User manual HOTPOINT WDL 862 EX

[. . . ] GB GB English, 1 ES Español, 15 PT Português, 29 Contents Installation, 2-3-4-5 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data F Français, 43 AR , 57 FA , 71 Description of the washer-dryer and starting a wash cycle, 6-7 Control panel Indicator lights Starting a wash cycle WDL 862 Wash cycles, 8 Table of wash cycles Personalisation, 9 Setting the temperature Setting the drying cycle Functions Detergents and laundry, 10 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Garments requiring special care Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 11 General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually Care and maintenance, 12 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washer-dryer Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose Troubleshooting, 13 Service, 14 1 Installation GB !This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washer-dryer is sold, transferred or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains with the machine so that the new owner is able to familiarise himself/herself with its operation and features. 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. [. . . ] B: when the drying is complete there is a cooling period, even though the DRYING knob is in the position. Drying only Turn the WASH CYCLE knob to one of the drying settings (12-13-14) according to the type of fabric, then select the desired drying duration using the DRYING knob. Selecting the cotton drying cycle through the programme selector knob and pressing the “Eco” button activates an automatic drying cycle that allows for saving energy, thanks to an optimal combination of air temperature and cycle duration. Table of Drying times (guideline values) Functions The various wash functions available with this washer-dryer will help to achieve the desired results, every time. The function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated. Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in conjunction with the selected wash cycle. Super Wash This option offers a high-performance wash due to the greater quantity of water used in the initial phase of the cycle, and due to the increased wash cycle duration, is particularly useful for the removal of stubborn stains. If you desire bleaching, insert the extra tray compartment (4) into compartment 1. When pouring in the bleach, be careful not to exceed the “max” level marked on the central pivot (see figure pag. This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, . This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14. Eco The Eco option saves energy by not heating the water used to wash your laundry – an advantage both to the environment and to your energy bill. Instead, intensified wash action and water optimisation ensure great wash results in the same average time of a standard cycle. For the best washing results we recommend the usage of a liquid detergent !This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 1, 2, 3, 7, 8, 9, 11, 13, 14, , . By also turning the DRYING knob to the position, a drying cycle automatically activates at the end of the wash cycle that also helps to reduce energy consumption, thanks to an optimal combination of air temperature and cycle duration. Delay timer This timer delays the start time of the wash cycle by up to 9 hours. Press the button repeatedly until the indicator light corresponding to the desired delay time switches on. Once you have pressed the START/PAUSE button, the delay time may only be decreased if you wish to modify it. 9 Detergents and laundry GB Detergent dispenser drawer Successful washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution. Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for prewashing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C. B MAX Garments requiring special care Wool: the wool wash cycle on this Ariston machine has been tested and approved by The Woolmark Company for washing wool garments labelled as hand washable provided that the garments are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washer-dryer. [. . . ] Using a screwdriver, remove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washer-dryer (see figure); A B 2. Unscrew the lid by rotating it anti-clockwise (see figure): a little water may trickle out. This is perfectly normal; Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer 1 Remove the dispenser by raising it and pulling it out (see figure). Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently. [. . . ]