User manual HOTPOINT ARMF125

[. . . ] Instructions for use WASHER-DRYER Contents GB English, 1 GB Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data Description of the washer-dryer and starting a wash cycle, 4-5 Control panel Indicator lights Starting a wash cycle Wash cycles, 6 Table of wash cycles Personalisation, 7 ARMF 125 Setting the temperature Setting the drying cycle Functions Detergents and laundry, 8 Detergent dispenser drawer Bleach cycle Preparing the laundry Garments requiring special care Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 9-10 General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually Care and maintenance, 11 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washer-dryer Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose Troubleshooting, 12 Service, 13 1 Installation GB  This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washer-dryer 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. 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 washer-dryer. Connecting the electricity and water supplies Connecting the water inlet hose Unpacking and levelling Unpacking 1. [. . . ] Press the button corresponding to the desired function; 2. 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 To set a delayed start for the selected wash cycle, press the button repeatedly until the desired delay time is displayed (this may be between 1 hour and 24 hours). To disable the function press the button until the text N. B. 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. Super Wash Because a greater quantity of water is used in the initial phase of the cycle, and because of the increased cycle duration, this function offers a high-performance wash.  This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 4, 5, 6, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, A, B, C. Extra rinse By selecting this function, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly useful for sensitive skin.  This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 4, 5, 11, 12, 13, B, C. 1200-600 Press this button to reduce the spin speed.  This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 9, C, 11, 12, 13. 7 Detergents and laundry GB Detergent dispenser drawer Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution. How much does your laundry weigh? 1 1 1 1 1 sheet 400-500 g pillow case 150-200 g tablecloth 400-500 g bathrobe 900-1200 g towel 150-250 g  Do not use hand washing detergents because these create too much foam. Open the detergent dispenser drawer and 3 pour in the detergent or washing additive, as follows. MAX Garments requiring special care Silk: use special wash cycle 9 to wash all silk garments. We recommend the use of special detergent which has been designed to wash delicate clothes. Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Wool: Ariston is the only washer-dryer manufacturer to have been awarded the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care endorsement (M. 0508) by the Woolmark Company, which means that all woollen garments may be washed in the washer-dryer, even on the label. those which state “hand wash only” Wash cycle 10 therefore offers complete peace of mind when washing woollen garments in the washerdryer (max. load 1, 5 kg) and guarantees optimal performance. 1 2 compartment 1: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately prior to the start of the wash cycle. compartment 2: Additives (fabric softeners, etc. ) The fabric softener should not overflow the grid. extra compartment 3: Bleach Load balancing system Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washer-dryer performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load. Bleach cycle Bleaching may only be performed in conjunction with wash cycles 1, 2, 6. Pour the bleach into extra compartment 3; pour the detergent and softener into the corresponding compartments, then select one of the abovementioned wash cycles. This option is recommended only for very soiled cotton garments. Preparing the laundry • Divide the laundry according to: - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label. [. . . ] The wash cycle does not start. The washer-dryer does not take in water (the indicator light for the first wash cycle stage flashes rapidly). The washer-dryer continuously takes in and drains water. • The drain hose is not fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the floor (see “Installation”). • The free end of the hose is under water (see “Installation”). • The wall drainage system is not fitted with a breather pipe. If the problem persists even after these checks, turn off the water tap, switch the appliance off and contact the Assistance Service. [. . . ]