User manual HOTPOINT AXD 120

[. . . ] The secrets of fabrics How to get better results M safe ARGHERITA AXD 120 Instructions for installation and use GB Class A at 40°C The first washing machine to give a perfect wash at only 40°C Cashmere Gold The first washing machine to have “The Woolmark Company” recognition Margherita Washingmachine and easy to use M ARGHERITA Quick guide to Margherita Here are the 11 topics explained in this manual. Read, learn and have fun: you will discover many secret ways to get a better wash, more easily and making your washing machine last longer. 1. Installation and removal (p. 10) Installation, after delivery or transport, is the most important operation for the correct functioning of your Margherita washing machine. That the electric system conforms to regulations; 2. [. . . ] Experience will help you select the right dosage almost automatically: it will become your secret. Before adding detergent for prewashing in compartment 1, make sure that the extra compartment for bleach 4 has not been inserted. Ensure no overfilling when adding fabric conditioner in compartment 3. The washing machine automatically adds the softener to the wash in each programme. Liquid detergent is poured into compartment 2 just a few seconds before starting the wash cycle. 1 Remember that liquid detergent is only designed for wash cycles of up to 60 degrees on non prewash items. Special containers are sold with liquid or powder detergents for placing inside the washing machine drum, these are positioned according to the instructions found in the detergent box Never use hand wash detergent, because it may form too much foam, which could damage the washing machine. Detergents that are specifically formulated for both hand and machine wash are an exception. One last secret: when washing with cold water, always reduce the amount of detergent you use: it dissolves less easily in cold water than in hot water, so part of it would be wasted. 1 2 3 In compartment 3: Additives (softeners, perfumes, etc. ) In compartment 4: Bleach and delicate bleach. Bleach cycle If bleaching is necessary, the extra case 4 (provided) must be inserted into compartment 1 of the detergent dispenser. When pouring in the bleach, be careful not to exceed the "max" level indicated on the central pivot (see illustration). The use of the additional bleach container excludes the possibility of using the pre-wash cycle. Traditional bleach can only be used on sturdy white fabrics, whereas delicate bleach can be used for coloured fabrics, synthetics and for wool. MAX MAX 2 The detergent dispenser can be removed and cleaned: just lift it up and pull it outwards , as indicated in the figure. Then leave it under running water for a few minutes. Cutting costs efficiently A guide to environmentally friendly and economic use of your appliance. MAXIMISE THE LOAD SIZE Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent and time by using the recommended maximum load size. SAVE up to 50% energy by washing a full load instead of 2 half loads. SAVE detergent, time, water and between 5 to 15% energy consumption by NOT selecting Prewash for slight to normally soiled laundry. Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in stains in water before washing to reduce the necessity of a hot wash programme. SAVE up to 50% energy by using a 60°C wash programme. SAVE energy and time by selecting a high spin speed to reduce the water content in laundry before using a drying programme. You cannot bleach with the 11 “Silk” programme and with the “special programmes” (see page 4). Should you wish to bleach separately, pour the bleach into extra compartment 4, set the for rinse programme cottons fabrics or the light rinse programme for synthetics. The rinse level should be set to Medium or High (see page 3). When bleaching during a normal wash cycle, pour in the detergent and additives into the special compartments (see table on page 4), set the desired programme and select the stain removal option. 7 Margherita - Instructions for installation and use Before calling, read the following In most cases, when your washing machine fails to work, the problems arising can be easily solved without having to call for a technician. Before calling for assistance, always check these points. [. . . ] Then ease the top edge forward to allow it to be lifted clear (Fig. Place a shallow dish or tray below the cover of the pre-chamber to catch the small amount of water present. Release the cover by turning anti-clockwise (Fig. Ensure that the cover is securely replaced. [. . . ]