User manual HOTPOINT WMG 821 B EX.M

[. . . ] 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. Connecting the electricity and water supplies Connecting the water inlet hose 1. Connect the inlet hose by screwing it to a cold water tap using a 3/4 gas threaded connection (see figure). [. . . ] € Always keep children well away from the appliance while it is operating. € If the appliance has to be moved, work in a group of two or three people and handle it with the utmost care. € Before loading laundry into the washing machine, make sure the drum is empty. Load balancing system Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations before every spin 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. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load. 5 Description of the washing machine GB Control panel TEMPERATURE button OPTION ON/OFF button buttons and indicator lights CLEANING ACTION button DISPLAY Detergent dispenser drawer WASH CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB SPIN button CHILD LOCK button START/PAUSE button and indicator light DELAY TIMER button Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense detergents and washing additives (see “Detergents and laundry”). The START/PAUSE indicator light which flashes slowly in a green colour shows that the machine is switched on. 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. Option makes it possible to optimise washing based on the level of soil in the fabrics and on desired wash cycle intensity. Select the wash programme: the cycle will be automatically set to “Normal” as optimised for garments with an average level of soil (this setting is not applicable to the “Wool” cycle, which is automatically set to “Delicate”). For heavily-soiled garments press button until the “Intensive” level is reached. This level ensures a high-performance wash due to a larger quantity of water used in the initial phase of the cycle and due to increased drum rotation. 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. For lightly-soiled garments or a more delicate treatment of the fabrics, press button until the “Delicate” level is reached. The cycle will reduce drum rotation to ensure washing results that are perfect for delicate garments. € Press the button to enable the option; the indicator light corresponding to the button will switch on. € Press the button again to disable the option; the indicator light will switch off. If the selected option is not compatible with the set wash cycle, the indicator light will flash and the option will not be activated. [. . . ] Extra compartment 4: Bleach In UK, Eire, Hong Kong and India the Woolmark trade mark is a Certification trade mark. Delicates: use programme 10 to wash very delicate garments having strasses or sequins. To wash silk garments and curtains select the cycle 10 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. [. . . ]