User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON WMA9

[. . . ] Installation and User Instructions for the First Edition Range For everyone you'll ever be WMA13 WMA12 WMA11 WMA10 WMA9 Congratulations on choosing First Edition!! 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) Cold water inlet point and attached hose (blue) Adjustable feet Rating plate Transit bolts (both must be removed before use) 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-washes and economy loads. 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. [. . . ] After a short time the `Door Locked' indicator light will illuminate. To cancel a programme once the machine has started, press and hold in the `START/Hold To Reset' button for two seconds, until the `Prog End' light flashes. During the wash programme the `Active' and `Door Locked' indicator lights will remain lit. When the programme has finished the `Prog End' and `Door Locked' indicator lights will remain lit. After a short time the `Door Locked' indicator light will go out. To switch the machine off, return the programme selector dial to its `OFF' position. We also recommend that you switch off the electricity and water supply. 2 3 ATYPICALWASH PROGRAMME 4 5 6 7 8 12 The dispenser IMPORTANT INFORMATION. We have set the detergent retaining flap, in the main detergent compartment to dispense powder detergent only. If you want to dispense liquid detergent put the retaining flap in its `down' position. Drawer release latch Prewash detergent compartment. 120ml maximum Grate Detergent retaining flap in its `up' position for dispensing powder. 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. 400ml). 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 retaining flap 2 Push this flapis down until it secure. 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. [. . . ] If so you may need a cold fill adaptor to run your machine as cold fill only. q Ensure the detergent flap is in its `up' position when dispensing powder and `down' when 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. If the machine is still not working contact Hotpoint Service, see the back page. [. . . ]