User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HB6173

[. . . ] Moving the machine and adjusting the feet. Pages 11-12 A typical wash programme Washcare tips and a simple step by step guide to using your machine. Pages 13-14 The dispenser Guidance on getting the most out of your wash using powders, liquids, tablets and fabric conditioners. Pages 15-18 Programmes, options and other features Select a programme for any wash including automatic functions, pre-washes and economy loads. Cleaning and maintenance How to care for your machine by removing and cleaning the dispenser drawer and compartments, cleaning the door bowl and machine exterior plus the recommended Maintenance wash. Page 19 Pages 20-21 TROUBLE SHOOTING Troubleshooting In the unlikely event that you have problems with your machine, the following guide may help you to get your machine working correctly straight away. SERVICE & GUARANTEE Pages 22-23 After sales service and guarantee We give you a unique `satisfaction guaranteed' promise - valid for ninety days after you have purchased your machine. 3 Safety first SAFETY This instruction manual contains important details on using your machine safely. Please keep it safe for your future reference. If you pass the machine onto someone else, please make sure that you give them this manual so that the new owner can read these safety warnings. q Dispose of packaging materials carefully and keep them well away from children. q When disposing of your old machine, to minimise risk of injury to children, isolate from the electrical supply, remove the door, the plug and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance. [. . . ] Press the `START/Hold To Reset' button again to carry on. During the wash programme the `Active' and `Door Locked' indicator lights will remain lit. When the programme has finished the `Prog End' and `Door Locked' indicator lights will remain lit. After a short time the `Door Locked' indicator light will go out. To switch the machine off, return the programme selector dial to its `OFF' position. We also recommend that you switch off the electricity and water supply. 2 3 ATYPICALWASH PROGRAMME 4 5 6 7 8 12 The dispenser IMPORTANT INFORMATION. We have set the detergent retaining flap, in the main detergent compartment to dispense powder detergent only. If you want to dispense liquid detergent put the retaining flap in its `down' position. Drawer release latch Prewash detergent compartment. 120ml maximum Grate Detergent retaining flap in its `up' position for dispensing powder. Note: To position flap for dispensing liquid: Pull the liquid retaining flap towards you and then push the flap down until it is secure. Maximum 400ml powder or 200ml liquid. THE DISPENSER Fabric conditioner exit channel (viewed from the rear of the dispenser drawer). Outlet pipe Choose a suitable detergent q Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations to make sure you use the correct amount for your wash. through a wash or there To change a programme If you want to change a programme, hold the `START/Hold is a power To Reset' button for two seconds until the `Prog End' cut, take care indicator light flashes. when Press the `START/Hold To Reset' button to continue. The machine may If you turn the programme selector dial during a programme contain hot the `Active' indicator light will flash to show that the water. programme running is not that shown on the dial. Turn the dial to the original programme to stop the flashing. The q In the unlikely flashing will stop automatically when the programme enters event of the rinse phase. something not working see the Trouble shooting section. 15 On-Off / Selecting a programme The machine is switched on, by turning the programme selector dial away from the `OFF' position, to your selected programme. To start the programme press and release the `START/Hold To Reset' button. When the programme has finished return the programme selector dial to the `OFF' position. PROGRAMMES AND OPTIONS Wash programmes Programme Active Light Door Lock Indicator Light Programme End Light OFF position WARNINGS: q Do not try to open the door while the `Door Locked' indicator light is on. The `Active' Indicator light As soon as the selected programme has started the `Active' indicator light will glow. This light will remain lit throughout the programme and will go out when the programme has finished. Door Locked Indicator light The `Door Locked' indicator light will come on two seconds after you press the `START/Hold To Reset' button and will stay lit throughout the programme. [. . . ] q Ensure the detergent flap is in its `up' position when dispensing powder and `down' when dispensing liquid. Water collects in the detergent dispenser compartment. . . q Is the retaining flap in the down position. q As you push the flap to the up position you will feel some resistance, increase the pressure and the flap will move to its home position. [. . . ]