User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON AWM 129

[. . . ] Description of the washing machine and starting a wash cycle, 20-21 Control panel Indicator lights Starting a wash cycle Table of wash cycles Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washing machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine is sold, transferred or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains with the machine so that the new owner is able to familiarise himself/herself with its operation and features. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability, help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it from shifting while it is operating. [. . . ] Once the set delay has elapsed, the flashing indicator light will switch off and the selected wash cycle will begin. If the START/PAUSE indicator light (orange) flashes rapidly at the same time as the function indicator light, this indicates a problem has occurred (see Troubleshooting). Starting a wash cycle All indicator lights will switch on for a few seconds, then they will switch off and the START/PAUSE indicator light will pulse. Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit in a fixed manner, in green. To cancel the set wash cycle, pause the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button and select a new cycle. At the end of the wash cycle the off, indicating that the door may be opened. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make sure the drum dries completely. Mix 30': To refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable 4 for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand). Mix 15': To refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable 5 for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand). For all Test Institutes: 1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle 6 with a temperature of 60°C. 2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 40°C. 3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 2 with a temperature of 40°C. A high-temperature hygienic wash cycle (over 60°C) which requires the use of bleach. This is a silent cycle which can be run at night, when the electricity prices are lower. the wash cycle is designed for cottons and synthetics. The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help to achieve the desired results, every time. The function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated. Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in conjunction with the selected wash cycle. delay timer This timer delays the start time of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours. Press the button repeatedly until the indicator light corresponding to the desired delay time switches on. Once you have pressed the START/PAUSE button, the delay time may only be decreased if you wish to modify it. This option is enabled with all programmes. [. . . ] The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance. Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part. Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance. Your washing machine could fail to work. [. . . ]