User manual HOTPOINT ARTXD 129

[. . . ] 12 Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English GB Installation, 14-15 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data Description of the washing machine, 16-17 Control panel Display How to open and shut the drum Load balancing system Table of wash cycles Wash functions Running a wash cycle, 18 Wash cycles and functions, 19 ARTXD 129 Detergents and laundry, 20 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles Precautions and tips, 21 General safety Disposal Saving energy and respecting the environment Care and maintenance, 22 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning your appliance Caring for your appliance door and drum Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose How to clean the detergent dispenser Troubleshooting, 23 Service, 24 13 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. [. . . ] For all Test Institutes: (1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle (1st press of the button) with a temperature of 60°C. (2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle (2nd press of the button) with a temperature of 40°C. (3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle (3rd press of the button) with a temperature of 40°C. Wash functions Stain removal This function is particularly useful for the removal of stubborn stains. To run the bleach cycle on its own, pour the bleach into compartment 4, set the "Rinse" programme and activate the "Stain removal" programme. To bleach during a wash cycle, pour in the detergent and any fabric softener you wish to use, set the desired wash cycle and enable the "Stain removal" function. Extra rinse By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. it is particularly useful for sensitive skin.  It cannot be used in conjunction with the “Pump out” programmes. , and  It cannot be used with the programmes. , , and “Pump out” Easy iron By selecting this function, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases. Wash cycles ends with the laundry being The , left to soak in the machine; the EASY IRON and START/PAUSE indicator lights will flash (orange) and the text "STOP WITH WATER" will appear on the display. To drain the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the EASY IRON button.  It may not be used with the out” programmes. , , , and “Pump Prewash If this function is selected, the pre-wash cycle will run; this is useful for removing stubborn stains. : put the detergent in the relevant compartment.  It cannot be used with the programmes. , , , , , Fast wash Reduces the duration of the wash cycle, while making it possible to save water and electricity.  It cannot be used with the programmes. , , , , , 19 Detergents and laundry GB Detergent dispenser drawer Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent won't necessarily make for a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build up on the interior of your appliance and even pollute the environment. Open up the detergent dispenser and pour in the detergent and fabric softener, as follows. 1 1 1 1 1 sheet 400-500 g pillow case 150-200 g tablecloth 400-500 g bathrobe 900-1200 g towel 150-250 g Special wash cycles Mix 30’: this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 30 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. [. . . ] a delayed start has been set (see “Running a wash cycle”). The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap. The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed. The washing machine does not take in water (the text "NO WATER, CHECK SUPPLY" appears on the display). [. . . ]