User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON HB6373

[. . . ] 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. Make sure that the washing machine has not been damaged during the transportation process. If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process. Remove the 4 protective screws (used during transportation) and the rubber washer with the corresponding spacer, located on the rear part of the appliance (see figure). [. . . ] If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time remaining until the wash cycle starts will be indicated (see next page). DOOR LOCKED indicator light: indicates whether the door may be opened or not (see next page). START/PAUSE button with indicator light: starts or temporarily interrupts the wash cycles. To pause the wash cycle in progress, press this button; the corresponding indicator light will flash orange, while the indicator light for the current wash cycle phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. If the indicator light is switched off, the DOOR LOCKED door may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted, press this button again. This is what they can tell you: Delayed start If the DELAY TIMER function has been activated (see Personalisation), after the wash cycle has been started the indicator light corresponding to the selected delay period will begin to flash: Wash cycle phase indicator lights Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and has begun, the indicator lights switch on one by one to indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in progress. Wash Rinse Spin Drain End of wash cycle Function buttons and corresponding indicator lights When a function is selected, the corresponding indicator light will illuminate. If the selected function is not compatible with the programmed wash cycle, the corresponding indicator light will flash and the function will not be activated. If a function which is incompatible with another function selected previously, only the most recent selection will remain active. Door locked indicator light If this indicator light is on, the appliance door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally; to avoid any damage, wait for the indicator light to switch off before you open the appliance door. Mix 15(wash cycle 5) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (5 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1. Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles). The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash ( ). The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the maximum value set for each wash cycle. Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle. The maximum spin speeds available for each wash cycle are as follows: Wash cycles Maximum spin speed Cottons 1200 rpm Synthetics 800 rpm Wool 600 rpm Silk drain only The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol . Do not use hand washing detergents because these create too much foam. Shirts: use special wash cycle 9 to wash shirts in various fabrics and colours. It guarantees maximum care is taken of the garments and minimises the formation of creases. Silk: use special wash cycle 10 to wash all silk garments. [. . . ] This is perfectly normal; The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. 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. Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently. Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming. [. . . ]