User manual HOTPOINT AVF 109

[. . . ] Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English, 1 GB PT Português, 13 Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling, 2 Electric and water connections, 2-3 The first wash cycle, 3 Technical details, 3 Washing machine description, 4-5 Control panel, 4 Display, 5 Starting and Programmes, 6 Briefly: how to start a programme, 6 Programme table, 6 Personalisations, 7 AVF 109 Setting the spin cycle, 7 Setting the temperature, 7 Setting the delay Timer, 7 Functions, 7 Detergents and laundry, 8 Detergent dispenser, 8 Preparing your laundry, 8 Special items, 8 Woolmark Platinum Care, 8 Precautions and advice, 9 General safety, 9 Disposal, 9 Saving energy and respecting the environment, 9 Care and maintenance, 10 Cutting off the water or electricity supply, 10 Cleaning your appliance, 10 Cleaning the detergent dispenser, 10 Caring for your appliance door and drum, 10 Cleaning the pump, 10 Checking the water inlet hose, 10 Troubleshooting, 11 Service, 12 Before calling for Assistance, 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. [. . . ] Press on a programme with a spin cycle, a fixed button and the maximum spin speed allowed for the programme set will be displayed, and the icon flashes. Press it again and the values lower until they reach OFF, which indicates that the spin cycle has been excluded (press it again to go back to the maximum value); stop on the desired speed, after approximately 2 seconds the setting is accepted: the remains fixed. The spin cycle setting is enabled with symbol all the programmes except for 11 and the Draining cycle. Setting the spin cycle GB Installation Option buttons Description If, when the appliance is switched on, the KNOB is positioned on a programme for which the temperature appears. Press button and the maximum temperature allowed for the needs to be regulated, a fixed programme set will be displayed and the icon flashes. Press it again and the temperature lowers until it reaches OFF, which indicates a cold wash cycle (press it again to go back to the maximum value); stop on the remains fixed. Desired value, after approximately 2 seconds the setting is accepted: the symbol The temperature adjustment is enabled with all wash programmes. Press the button and you will see the word OFF on the display, while the relative symbol flashes. Press the button again and "1h" appears, that is, a delay of one hour (this can reach up to 24h); stop on the "desired" delay; after approximately 2 seconds the setting is accepted, following which, the time for the set remains on. 1 2 3 Special items Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Quilted coats and windbreakers: if they are padded with goose or duck down, they can be machine-washed. Turn the garments inside out and load a maximum of 2-3 kg, repeating the rinse cycle once or twice and using the delicate spin cycle. They can be washed together with jeans and other tough garments, but not with whites. Wool: for best results, use a specific detergent, taking care not to exceed a load of 1 kg. Woolmark Platinum Care compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash (powder) compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately prior to the wash cycle start. Ariston sets a new standard of superior performance that has been endorsed by The Woolmark Company with the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care brand. Look for the Woolmark Platinum Care logo on the washing machine to ensure you can safely and effectively wash wool garments labelled as "hand wash" (M. 00221): Set programme 10 for all "Hand wash" garments, using the appropriate detergent. Preparing your laundry • Divide your laundry according to: - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label. • Do not exceed the weight limits stated below, which refer to the weight when dry: Sturdy fabrics: max 5 kg Synthetic fabrics: max 2. 5 kg Delicate fabrics: max 2 kg Wool: max 1 kg How much does your laundry weigh?1 1 1 1 1 sheet 400-500 g pillow case 150-200 g tablecloth 400-500 g bathrobe 900-1, 200 g towel 150-250 g 8 Precautions and advice  The washing machine was designed and built in compliance with the applicable international safety regulations. [. . . ] 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. Using a screwdriver, remove the cover panel on the lower front of the washing machine (see figure); Cleaning your appliance The exterior and rubber parts of your appliance can be cleaned with a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Cleaning the detergent dispenser 1 Remove the dispenser by raising it and pulling it out (see figure). Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently. [. . . ]