User manual HOOVER A.CLASS 1600

[. . . ] 05651295. qxd 31-07-03 21:53 Page 1 ® Washing machine Instructions for use A. CLASS 1600 ACM16 05651295. qxd 31-07-03 21:53 Page 2 Contents Introduction General delivery notes Safety notes Quick start Installation & testing Useful advice for the user Description of controls Detergent drawer Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use Programme selector The main wash Consumption data Programme Table Cleaning and routine maintenance Trouble shooting Power failure Technical data Customer service Page 3 4 4 5 6 11 12 13 14 17 18 22 23 25 27 29 30 31 2 05651295. qxd 31-07-03 21:53 Page 3 Introduction Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides important guidelines for safe use, installation and maintenance and some useful advice when using your machine. Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners. Note: this machine is solely for domestic use, i. e. to wash, rinse and spin dry household textiles and garments. [. . . ] Dosage details are usually shown on the detergent packaging. Follow those instructions!. Dosages Only use detergents which are suitable for use in a washing machine. You will obtain the best results from your wash with the minimum use of chemical products and the best care for your laundry if you take into consideration the degree of soiling as well as the type of detergent to choose. 15 05651295. qxd 31-07-03 21:53 Page 16 The amount of detergent to use depends on: - water hardness, depending on the hardness of the water and the type of detergent used, it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent. The softer the water supply, the less detergent is required. - the degree of soiling, it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent used depending on the degree of soiling. Use less detergent for less soiled items. - amount of laundry, it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent when washing only a small amount of laundry. The amounts shown on pack for detergents for washing delicates often already refer to a reduced wash size. Follow the dosage instructions! Dosage for powder detergent For normal and low concentration detergents: for normally soiled laundry choose a programme without prewash. Put the detergent in compartment II of the drawer. For heavily soiled laundry, choose a programme with prewash. Put 1/4 of the detergent in compartment I, 3/4 in compartment II of the drawer. When using water softeners, first put in the detergent, then add the softener to compartment II. For highly concentrated detergents not in single dose format, follow exactly what is shown on pack with regards to type and amount of dosage. To avoid the difficulty of checking if the detergent has been taken up, use the dosage aids provided in the detergent packaging. Liquid detergent dosage Liquid detergents may be used in accordance with the instructions on the relevant packaging, for all programmes without prewash, by using the recommended dispenser which is placed in the drum. 16 05651295. qxd 31-07-03 21:53 Page 17 Programme selector The washing machine has different programme groups according to type of wash, temperature, spin speeds and duration for handling the various types of fabric and their level of soiling (see wash programme guide). COTTONS The programmes are designed for maximum washing and rinsing. With spin cycles in between, they guarantee the laundry is rinsed perfectly. The final spin cycle ensures laundry is spun dry as much as possible up to the maximum speed. SYNTHETICS and mixed fabrics Washing and rinsing performance is optimised through drum rotation speeds and water levels. The delicate action spin minimises creasing. DELICATES This is a new concept in washing, with a cycle that comprises of alternate periods of activity and pauses, particularly suitable for washing very delicate fabrics, such as Pure New Wool. [. . . ] Please follow the safety precautions which we recommend under the `safety notes' section of this manual. Unclip the drain hose from the rear panel of the machine and lower the hose into a bowl on the floor. Important: the water may be very hot! When the bowl is full raise the end of the drain pipe to a height higher than the top of the appliance to stop the flow of water. Empty and replace the bowl and continue draining the machine until empty. Once the machine is fully drained of water, clip the hose to the rear of the machine. [. . . ]