User manual HOTPOINT AQ8D 492 U

[. . . ] Instructions for installation and use Contents EN English, 1 WASHING MACHINE EN ES Español, 13 NL Nederlands, 25 Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies Technical data Description of the machine, 4-5 Touch control panel DE Deutsch, 37 Running a wash cycle, 6 Wash cycles and options, 7 Table of wash cycles Wash options Detergents and laundry, 8 AQUALTIS AQ8D 492 U Detergent Preparing the laundry Washing recommendations Precautions and advice, 9 General safety Load balancing system Disposal Opening the porthole door manually Care and maintenance, 10 Cutting off the water and electricity supplies Cleaning the machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for your appliance drum Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose Trouble shooting, 11 Assistance, 12 1 Installation EN !This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine is sold, given away or moved, please ensure the manual is kept with the machine, so that the new owner may benefit from the advice contained within it. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. [. . . ] 3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C. Wash options Steam Hygiene This option enhances washing performance by generating steam during the wash cycle that eliminates any bacteria from fibres while treating them at the same time. Place the laundry in the drum, choose a compatible programme and select option “ “. The steam generated during washing machine operation may cause the porthole door to become hazy. It cannot be used in conjunction with , , , , , , , , . Easy Iron By selecting this option, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases. At the end of the cycle the washing machine drum will rotate slowly; the “Easy Iron” and START/PAUSE indicator lights will flash. To end the cycle press the START/PAUSE wash button or the “Easy Iron” button. For the Silk cycle, the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking and the “Easy Iron” indicator light will flash. To drain the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the “Easy Iron” button. It cannot be used in conjunction with Time Saver If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by 30%-50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments. It cannot be used in conjunction with , , , , . Extra rinse By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal residual detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly useful for skin which is sensitive to detergents. We recommend this option is used with a full load of washing, or when a large amount of detergent is required. It cannot be used in conjunction with 7 Detergents and laundry EN The type and quantity of detergent required depend on the type of fabric you are washing (cotton, wool, silk, etc. ), as well as its colour, the washing temperature, the level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area. Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid wastage and help to protect the environment: although they are biodegradable, detergents still contain ingredients which alter the balance of nature. We recommend the following: • use powder detergents for white cotton garments and pre-washing. € use liquid detergents for delicate cotton garments and for all low-temperature wash cycles. € use gentle liquid detergents for wool and silk garments. [. . . ] € The wall drainage system is not fitted with a breather pipe. € The wash cycle does not include draining: Some wash cycles require the drain phase to be started manually (see “Wash cycles and options”). € The “Easy iron” option is enabled: to complete the wash cycle, press the START/PAUSE button (“Wash cycles and options”). The drum was not unlocked correctly during installation (see “Installation”). [. . . ]