User manual HOTPOINT WMG 9237BS EX

[. . . ] Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English, 1 GB F Français, 13 ES Español, 25 Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data PT Português, 37 AR , 49 FA , 61 Description of the washing machine, 4-5 Control panel Display Running a wash cycle, 6 Wash cycles and options, 7 Table of programmes and wash cycles Wash options Detergents and laundry, 8 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles WMG 9237 Precautions and advice, 9 General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually Care and maintenance, 10 Cutting off the water and electricity supplies Cleaning the washing machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose Troubleshooting, 11 Service, 12 1 Installation GB !This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine 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. 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. [. . . ] 2) Test Programmes according to 1061/2010: set wash cycle 5 with a temperature of 40°C. 3) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 5 with a temperature of 40°C. 4) Long wash cycle for synthetics: set wash cycle 6 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 wash cycles 2, 3, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, , . Timer Saver If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by up to 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 wash cycles 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, , . 7 Detergents and laundry GB Detergent dispenser drawer Successful 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. Do not use hand washing detergents; they create too much foam. B MAX A 4 Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the detergent or washing additive, as follows. 1 3 2 compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder) Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that extra compartment 4 has been removed. Compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) If liquid detergent is used, it is recommended that the removable plastic partition A (supplied) be used for proper dosage. If powder detergent is used, place the partition into slot B. compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners , etc. ) The fabric softener should not overflow the grid. Extra compartment 4: Bleach When running the programme, do not mix garments of different colours. we recommend the use of powder detergent. Pre-treatment with special additives is recommended if there are obstinate stains. Whites: use this cycle 2 to wash white clothes. [. . . ] Checking the water inlet hose Check the inlet hose at least once a year. 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. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Service (see “ Service”), make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list. gB Problem: The washing machine does not switch on. [. . . ]