User manual HOTPOINT ARTL 63

[. . . ] Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English, 1 GB FR Français, 13 Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data Description of the washing machine and starting a wash cycle, 4-5 Control panel Indicator lights How to open and shut the drum Starting a wash cycle Wash cycles, 6 Table of wash cycles ARTL 63 Personalisation, 7 Setting the temperature Functions Detergents and laundry, 8 Detergent dispenser drawer Bleach cycle Preparing the laundry Garments requiring special care Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 9 General safety Disposal Saving energy and respecting the environment Care and maintenance, 10 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washing machine Caring for your appliance door and drum Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose How to clean the detergent dispenser Troubleshooting, 11 Service, 12 1 Installation GB  Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. Should the appliance be sold, transferred or moved, make sure the instruction manual accompanies the washing machine to inform the new owner as to its operation and features.  Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information on installation, use and safety. Levelling your appliance correctly will provide it with stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and shifting during operation. [. . . ] 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 3 kg. Mix 15’(wash cycle 6) 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 (6 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1. 6 Personalisation 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. Setting the temperature GB Functions The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help to achieve the desired results, every time. Open up the detergent dispenser and pour in the detergent and fabric softener, as follows. Preparing the laundry • Divide the laundry according to: - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label - the colours: separate coloured garments from whites. Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons. • Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry: Durable fabrics: max. 1 1 1 1 1 compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) It is recommended that you place liquid detergent directly into the compartment using the appropriate dosing cup. compartment 3: Additives (softener , etc. ) When pouring the softener in compartment 3, avoid exceeding the "max" level indicated. The softener is added automatically into the machine during the last wash. At the end of the wash programme, some water will be left in compartment 3. This is used for the inlet of denser fabric softeners into the machine, i. Should more than a normal amount of water remain in compartment 3, this means the emptying device is blocked. For cleaning instructions, see “Care and maintenance”. Compartment 4: Bleach sheet 400-500 g pillow case 150-200 g tablecloth 400-500 g bathrobe 900-1200 g towel 150-250 g Garments requiring special care Shirts: use special wash cycle 10 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 11 to wash all silk garments. [. . . ] The washing machine does not take in water (the indicator light for the first wash cycle stage flashes rapidly). The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap. The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed. The washing machine continuously takes in and drains water. [. . . ]