User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HBWMA34

[. . . ] Installation and User Instructions for the Aquarius Range For everyone you'll ever be WMS39 WMS38 WMA37 WMA36 WMA35 WMA34 Congratulations on choosing Aquarius!! Model WMA37 shows the maximum features available on an Aquarius washing machine. Model WMA37 Dispenser drawer Control panel Please record the Model number and the Serial number of your machine on the Back Cover of the book for future reference. The Serial number can be found on the inner door trim. Interlocking door & release lever Hooked end support Mains cable Hot water inlet point and attached hose (grey) Adjustable feet Rating plate Transit bolts (both must be removed before use) Cold water inlet point and attached hose (blue) Plumbing Indicator Line label Drainage hose Wheels 2 The following instructions and information will help you to get the most out of your new machine. . . SAFETY Safety first! This instruction manual contains important details on using your machine safely. If you pass the machine onto someone else, make sure that you give them this manual. Page 4 Pages 5-10 THE INSTALLING ATYPICALWASH PROGRAMMES CLEANING & YOUR MACHINE PROGRAMME DISPENSER AND OPTIONS MAINTENANCE Installing your machine Follow these steps for trouble free installation: location, transit bolt removal, electricity, water supplies and drainage. Moving the machine and adjusting the feet. Pages 11-12 A typical wash programme Washcare tips and a simple step by step guide to using your machine. Pages 13-14 The dispenser Guidance on getting the most out of your wash using powders, liquids, tablets and fabric conditioners. Pages 15-18 Programmes, options and other features Select a programme for any wash including automatic functions, pre-wash, economy loads, variable temperature and spin speeds. Cleaning and maintenance How to care for your machine by removing and cleaning the dispenser drawer and compartments, cleaning the door bowl and machine exterior plus the recommended Maintenance wash. Page 19 Pages 20-21 TROUBLE SHOOTING Troubleshooting In the unlikely event that you have problems with your machine, the following guide may help you to get your machine working correctly straight away. SERVICE & GUARANTEE Pages 22-23 After sales service and guarantee We give you a unique `satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid for ninety days after you have purchased your machine. 3 Safety first SAFETY This instruction manual contains important details on using your machine safely. [. . . ] Note: To position flap for dispensing liquid: Pull the liquid retaining flap towards you and then push the flap down until it is secure. Maximum 400ml powder or 200ml liquid. THE DISPENSER Fabric conditioner exit channel (viewed from the rear of the dispenser drawer). Outlet pipe Choose a suitable detergent q Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations to make sure you use the correct amount for your wash. q To achieve the best wash results, the water hardness, degree of soiling and load size need to be considered and the recommended amount of detergent used. q We recommend the Persil range of detergent products and Comfort fabric conditioner. q Choose `lowsuds' automatic powder, liquid or tablets, designed specifically for automatic washing machines. Do not use handwash detergent, even on the handwash programme as excessive suds will occur. q Do not use too much detergent or exceed the maximum level indicators. Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations. 13 WARNING: q Do not put any item(s) into the drawer other than detergents that are designed to be released from the drawer as they may cause damage or blockage. Dispensing powder detergent To achieve the best wash results the manufacturer's recommended amount of detergent should be measured and added to the dispenser drawer (max. Dispensing liquid detergent The liquid retaining flap is preset for adding powder detergent. To add liquid detergent, change the position of the liquid retaining flap as follows. 1 Pull the liquid 2 retaining flap towards you. The liquid detergent retaining flap indicates four lines which represent the amount of liquid you may need to use (see 2 above). Note: It is normal when using liquid detergent, for a small amount of water to remain in this compartment, after the wash has finished. Dispensing tablets Most tablets are dispensed via the machine drum using a net, or similar device, which is placed on top of the washload towards the back of the drum. However, some tablets are designed to be placed in the dispenser drawer. Adding fabric Using in-drum Pre-wash conditioner dosing When you use Dosing devices Pour the the pre-wash balls, nets etc can recommended programme (A), be used. Place dosage of fabric add detergent to upright, on top of conditioner into the pre-wash the wash load and compartment the compartment towards the back (flower symbol). Do not use with the pre-wash programme (A) Push this flap down until it is secure. THE DISPENSER 14 Wash programmes Door Locked Indicator Light OFF position Progress indicators `!' STOP/CHANGE programme `START' button Programme selector dial On-Off / Selecting a programme The machine is switched on, by turning the programme selector dial WARNINGS: away from the `OFF' position, to your selected programme. To start the q Do not try to programme press and release the `START' button. open the When the programme has finished return the programme selector dial to the `OFF' position. door while To stop or change a programme the `Door To stop a programme, turn the programme selector dial to `!' Locked' (Stop/Change programme) and press the `START' button. As you turn the indicator light programme selector dial, the `Wash' light will flash. The flashing stops and the `Wash' light will go out when you press `START'. [. . . ] q Ensure the detergent flap is in its `up' position when dispensing powder and `down' for dispensing liquid. q As you push the flap to the up position you will feel some resistance, increase the pressure and the flap will move to its home position. q Check that the hoses are fitted correctly: GREY to HOT BLUE to COLD. TROUBLE SHOOTING 21 If the machine is still not working contact Hotpoint Service, see the back page. [. . . ]