User manual HOTPOINT ARTL 82

[. . . ] Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English, 1 GB I Italiano, 13 CIS ÐÓÑÑÊÈÉ, 25 Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data PL Polski, 37 FR Français, 49 Description of the washing machine and starting a wash cycle, 4-5 Control panel Indicator lights How to open and shut the drum Starting a wash cycle Wash cycles, 6 Table of wash cycles ARTL 82 Personalisation, 7 Setting the temperature Functions Detergents and laundry, 8 Detergent dispenser drawer Bleach cycle Preparing the laundry Garments requiring special care Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 9 General safety Disposal Saving energy and respecting the environment Care and maintenance, 10 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washing machine Caring for your appliance door and drum Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose How to clean the detergent dispenser Troubleshooting, 11 Service, 12 1 Installation GB  Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. Should the appliance be sold, transferred or moved, make sure the instruction manual accompanies the washing machine to inform the new owner as to its operation and features.  Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information on installation, use and safety. Levelling your appliance correctly will provide it with stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and shifting during operation. [. . . ] At the end of the cycle the machine stops while there is still water in the drum; to spin and drain the laundry press the START/PAUSE button; alternatively the machine will perform the spin cycle and drain the water automatically after 8 hours. This wash cycle can be used to remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while ensuring that all detergent is removed from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergies. The cycle has been designed to reduce the amount of bacteria by using a greater quantity of water and optimising the effect of special disinfecting additives added to the detergent. Mix 30’(wash cycle 5) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 30 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (5 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 3 kg. Mix 15’(wash cycle 6) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (6 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1. 6 Personalisation Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles). Open up the detergent dispenser and pour in the detergent and fabric softener, as follows. Preparing the laundry • Divide the laundry according to: - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label - the colours: separate coloured garments from whites. • Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry: Durable fabrics: max. 1 1 1 1 1 compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) It is recommended that you place liquid detergent directly into the compartment using the appropriate dosing cup. ) When pouring the softener in compartment 3, avoid exceeding the "max" level indicated. The softener is added automatically into the machine during the last wash. At the end of the wash programme, some water will be left in compartment 3. This is used for the inlet of denser fabric softeners into the machine, i. Should more than a normal amount of water remain in compartment 3, this means the emptying device is blocked. Compartment 4: Bleach sheet 400-500 g pillow case 150-200 g tablecloth 400-500 g bathrobe 900-1200 g towel 150-250 g Garments requiring special care Shirts: use special wash cycle 10 to wash shirts in various fabrics and colours. It guarantees maximum care is taken of the garments and minimises the formation of creases. We recommend the use of special detergent which has been designed to wash delicate clothes. Wool: Hotpoint/Ariston is the only washing machine manufacturer to have been awarded the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care endorsement (M. 0508) by the Woolmark Company, which means that all woollen garments may be washed in the washing machine, even those which state “hand wash only” on the label. [. . . ] Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber that protects the pump, situated in the lower part of the same. Checking the water inlet hose Check the water inlet hose at least once a year. If you see any cracks, replace it immediately: during the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open. How to clean the detergent dispenser Disassembly: Press lightly on the large button on the front of the detergent dispenser and pull it upwards (fig. [. . . ]