User manual HOOVER HW6313M

[. . . ] 40000518. qxd 07/11/2003 12:13 Page 1 ® Washer Dryer Instructions for use HW6313M, HW6316M 40000518. qxd 07/11/2003 12:13 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 Tumble drying Consumption data Programme Table Cleaning and routine maintenance Trouble shooting Power failure Technical data Customer service Page 3 4 4 6 7 12 13 14 15 17 18 21 23 24 26 28 29 29 30 2 40000518. qxd 07/11/2003 12:13 Page 3 Introduction Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides important guidelines for safe installation, use, maintainance and some useful advice for best results 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. [. . . ] - 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 40000518. qxd 07/11/2003 12:13 Page 17 Programme selector The washing machine has 3 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. Wash and rinsing are carried out using a high water level to provide the best results. SPECIAL PROGRAMMES SPEED WASH This washing machine also has a SPEED WASH programme option (Programme S). This programme allows a complete washing cycle to be carried out in approximately 30 minutes, with a maximum load of 2kg and is recommended for lightly soiled items. When selecting the Speed Wash programme, please note that we recommend you use only 20% of the recommended quantities shown on the detergent pack. Do not use fabric conditioner with this programme. 17 40000518. qxd 07/11/2003 12:13 Page 18 Auto half load Main wash The washing machine is fitted with a self adjusting water level system. This system enables the machine to use the optimum amount of water needed to wash and rinse the laundry in relation to the particular load. [. . . ] 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. Press the door open button and remove the load. The door can be opened approximately 2 minutes after the power failure by simply pressing the door open button. [. . . ]