User manual HOTPOINT FMD 943BX EU

[. . . ] Venness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front feet (see figure); the angle of inclination, measured in relation to the worktop, must not exceed 2°. Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability, help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient ventilation space underneath the washing machine. Make sure that the washing machine has not been damaged during the transportation process. [. . . ] To switch off the washing machine during the wash cycle, press and hold the button for approximately 3 seconds; if the button is pressed briefly or accidentally the machine will not switch off. If the machine is switched off during a wash cycle, this wash cycle will be cancelled. WASH CYCLE SELECTOR buttons: used to set the desired wash cycle (see “Table of wash cycles”). MY CYCLE button: press and hold the button to store a cycle with your own set of preferences in the memory of the machine. : to select the desired TEMPERATURE button : press to decrease the temperature: the value will be shown on the display. CHILD LOCK button : to activate the control panel lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds. When the symbol is illuminated, the control panel is locked (apart from the ON/OFF button). This means it is possible to prevent wash cycles from being modified accidentally, especially where there are children in the home. To deactivate the control panel lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds. DELAY TIMER button : press to set a delayed start time for the selected wash cycle. START/PAUSE button with indicator light: when the green indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to start a wash cycle. The cycle will reduce the drum rotation to ensure washing results are perfect for delicate garments. Option makes it possible to select the desired rinse type for sensitive skin. Press the button once for the “Extra Rinse” level, which makes it possible to select an additional rinse after the standard cycle rinse and remove all traces of detergent. Press the button again for the “Sensitive Skin” level, which makes it possible to select two additional rinses to the standard cycle rinses; it is recommended for very sensitive skin. When the button is pressed for the third time, the “Anti allergy Rinse” level is set, thus allowing the selection of 3 rinses in addition to the standard cycle’s rinses. The option - started with cycles at a temperature of 40°C - makes it possible to remove major allergens such as pollen, cat and dog hair. With cycles at a temperature higher than 40° a very good level of antiallergic protection is achieved. Press the button again to go back to the “Normal Rinse” rinse type. If the current adjustment can be neither set nor changed, the display will show “Not allowed”. € Press the button to enable the function; the indicator light corresponding to the button will switch on. € Press the button again to disable the function; the indicator light will switch off. [. . . ] Delicates: use programme 8 to wash very delicate garments with decorative features, such as diamantes and sequins. To wash silk garments and curtains select the cycle 8 and set the “Delicate” level from option . We recommend turning the garments inside out before washing and placing small items into the special bag for washing delicates. Load balancing system Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. [. . . ]