User manual HOTPOINT AVXL 129

[. . . ] Before making the connection, allow the water to run freely until it is perfectly clear.  Packaging materials are not children's toys. Levelling 1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets or other. If the floor is not perfectly level, compensate for any unevenness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front feet (see figure); the angle of inclination, measured according to the worktop, must not exceed 2°. 2. Connect the other end of the water inlet hose to the washing machine, screwing it onto the appliance's cold water inlet, situated on the top right-hand side on the rear of the appliance (see figure). [. . . ] Open up the detergent dispenser and pour in the detergent and fabric softener, as follows. 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, 5 kg. Cashmere Platinum 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. compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc. ) The fabric softener should not overflow from the grid. Ariston is the only washing machine to have obtained the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care mark of recognition (M. 0303) from The Woolmark Company, which certifies the machine washing of all woollen garments, even those whose label states "hand wash only". The "Wool" programme therefore offers you complete peace of mind when washing all woollen garments, with great performance guaranteed every time.  Do not use hand wash detergent because it may form too much foam. 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 6 kg Synthetic fabrics: max 2. 5 kg Delicate fabrics: max 2 kg Wool: max 1, 5 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. The following information is provided for your safety and should consequently be read carefully. The crossed out "wheeled bin" symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. • Disposing of an old washing machine: before scrapping your appliance, cut the power supply cable and remove the appliance door. GB Installation General safety • This appliance has been designed for nonprofessional, household use and its functions must not be changed. • This washing machine should only be used by adults and in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual. • Never touch the washing machine when barefoot or with wet or damp hands or feet. • Do not pull on the power supply cable to unplug the appliance from the electricity socket. • Do not open the detergent dispenser while the appliance is in operation. • Do not touch the drain water as it could reach very high temperatures. • Never force the washing machine door: this could damage the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent any accidental openings. • In the event of a malfunction, do not under any circumstances touch internal parts in order to attempt repairs. • Always keep children well away from the appliance while in operation. • Should it have to be moved, proceed with the help of two or three people and handle it with the utmost care. • Before loading your laundry into the washing machine, make sure the drum is empty. Description Saving energy and respecting the environment Environmentally-friendly technology If you only see a little water through your appliance door, this is because thanks to the latest technology, your washing machine only needs less than half the amount of water to get the best results: an objective reached to respect the environment. [. . . ] • The programme does not foresee the draining: some programmes require enabling the draining manually (see page 6). • The Easy iron option is enabled: to complete the programme, press the START/RESET button (see page 7). • When the machine is installed, the locking screws for the oscillating assembly are still in place. • The washing machine is closed in between furniture cabinets and the wall (see page 2). [. . . ]