User manual CREDA HB49118

[. . . ] 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. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. Connecting the electricity and water supplies Connecting the water inlet hose Unpacking and levelling Unpacking 1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging. [. . . ] 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. It is useful when removing the most stubborn stains. If you desire bleaching, insert the extra tray compartment (4) into 6 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. If the selected option is not compatible with a previously selected one, the indicator light corresponding to the first function selected will flash and only the second option will be activated; the indicator light for the option which has been activated will be illuminated. 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. Use liquid detergent on delicate garments for best results. Eco cycles The Eco Cycles assure energy saving by eliminating the need of heating water and it’s an advantage both to your energy bill and the environment!These innovative Eco programmes (12 Cottons, 13 Synthetics and 14 Fast Wash) are available for various fabrics and different quantity of garment; they have been designed to guarantee a high cleaning action even at low temperature and can be used for lightly to medium soiled loads. Eco Cycles give the best results thanks to an intensified wash action, water optimization and are carried out in the same average time of a standard cycle. For the best washing results with Eco Cycles we recommend the usage of a liquid detergent. A 4 Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the detergent or washing additive, as follows. 1 3 2 compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder) Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that extra compartment 4 has been removed. Compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) If liquid detergent is used, it is recommended that the removable plastic partition A (supplied) be used for proper dosage. [. . . ] Reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely in place before you push it onto the appliance. Checking the water inlet hose Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If there are any cracks, it should be replaced immediately: during the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Service (see “ Service”), make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list. [. . . ]