User manual HOTPOINT AVXL 129

[. . . ] Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English GB Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling, 2 Electric and water connections, 2-3 The first wash cycle, 3 Technical details, 3 Washing machine description, 4-5 Control panel, 4 Leds, 5 Starting and Programmes, 6 Briefly: how to start a programme, 6 Programme table, 6 Personalisations, 7 AVXL 129 Setting the temperature, 7 Setting the spin cycle, 7 Functions, 7 Detergent dispenser, 8 Preparing your laundry, 8 Special items, 8 Cashmere Platinum, 8 Detergents and laundry, 8 Precautions and advice, 9 General safety, 9 Disposal, 9 Saving energy and respecting the environment, 9 Care and maintenance, 10 Cutting off the water or electricity supply, 10 Cleaning your appliance, 10 Cleaning the detergent dispenser, 10 Caring for your appliance door and drum, 10 Cleaning the pump, 10 Checking the water inlet hose, 10 Troubleshooting, 11 Service, 12 Before calling for Assistance, 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. If it is placed on a fitted or loose carpet, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow enough room for ventilation beneath the washing machine. Unpacking and levelling Unpacking Electric and water connections Connecting the water inlet hose 1. [. . . ] We recommend the use of liquid detergent. 6 Personalisations Setting the temperature GB Installation Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Programme table on page 6). The temperature can be lowered, or even set to a cold wash ( ). Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the programme selected. Open up the detergent dispenser and pour in the detergent and fabric softener, as follows. 1 2 3 Special items Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Wash them separately without exceeding half the appliance load. Use programme 11 which excludes the spin cycle automatically. Quilted coats and windbreakers: if they are padded with goose or duck down, they can be machine-washed. Turn the garments inside out and load a maximum of 2-3 kg, repeating the rinse cycle once or twice and using the delicate spin cycle. They can be washed together with jeans and other tough garments, but not with whites. Wool: for best results, use a specific detergent, taking care not to exceed a load of 1, 5 kg. Cashmere Platinum compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash (powder) compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately prior to the wash cycle start. compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc. ) The fabric softener should not overflow from the grid. Ariston is the only washing machine to have obtained the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care mark of recognition (M. 0303) from The Woolmark Company, which certifies the machine washing of all woollen garments, even those whose label states "hand wash only". The "Wool" programme therefore offers you complete peace of mind when washing all woollen garments, with great performance guaranteed every time.  Do not use hand wash detergent because it may form too much foam. Preparing your laundry • Divide your laundry according to: - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label. - the colours: separate coloured garments from whites. • Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons. • Do not exceed the weight limits stated below, which refer to the weight when dry: Sturdy fabrics: max 6 kg Synthetic fabrics: max 2. 5 kg Delicate fabrics: max 2 kg Wool: max 1, 5 kg 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 900-1, 200 g towel 150-250 g 8 Precautions and advice  The washing machine was designed and built in compliance with the applicable international safety regulations. The following information is provided for your safety and should consequently be read carefully. The crossed out "wheeled bin" symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance. • Disposing of an old washing machine: before scrapping your appliance, cut the power supply cable and remove the appliance door. GB Installation General safety • This appliance has been designed for nonprofessional, household use and its functions must not be changed. • This washing machine should only be used by adults and in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual. • Never touch the washing machine when barefoot or with wet or damp hands or feet. • Do not pull on the power supply cable to unplug the appliance from the electricity socket. • Do not open the detergent dispenser while the appliance is in operation. [. . . ] • • • • • • • • • • • The appliance door is not shut properly. The START/RESET button has not been pressed. A delayed start has been set (using the Delay Timer, see page 7). The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap. [. . . ]