User manual INDESIT BASIC

[. . . ] Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. Connecting the electricity and water supplies Connecting the water inlet hose Unpacking and levelling Unpacking 1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging. Make sure that the washing machine has not been damaged during the transportation process. If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process. [. . . ] The door can be opened once the DOOR LOCK indicator light turns off. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make sure the drum dries completely. Switch the washing machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button. 7 Wash cycles GB Table of wash cycles Wash cycles Detergents Max. speed Cycle duration (°C) (rpm) Wash Fabric Normal Eco softener Time 90° 60° 40° 60° 40° 30° 50° 40° 30° 40° 30° 60° 30° 30° 30° 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 1400 800 600 0 800 800 1400 600 600 600 1400 1400 0 7 7 7 7 7 7 3 1, 5 1 3 1, 5 3, 5 3 3 Max. 2 pairs 7 7 7 3, 5 3, 5 3, 5 2 The duration of the wash cycles can be checked on the display. Description of the wash cycle Daily 1 White Cotton: extremely soiled whites. 1 White Cotton (1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 1 White Cotton (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. 2 Cotton: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 3 Coloured Cotton (3): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. 4 Cotton: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 5 Synthetics: heavily soiled resistant colours. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load. 1 2 3 compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder) compartment 2: 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 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc. ) The fabric softener should not overflow the grid. 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 kg How much does your laundry weigh? 1 sheet 400-500 g 1 pillow case 150-200 g 1 tablecloth 400-500 g 1 bathrobe 900-1200 g 1 towel 150-250 g Garments requiring special care Wool: all wool garments can be washed using programme 6, even those carrying the "hand-wash only" label. For best results, use special detergents and do not exceed 1, 5 kg of laundry. 10 Precautions and tips !This washing machine was designed and constructed in accordance with international safety regulations. The following information is provided for safety reasons and must therefore be read carefully. GB General safety · This appliance was designed for domestic use only. · The washing machine must only be used by adults, in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual. · Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with wet or damp hands or feet. · Do not pull on the power supply cable when unplugging the appliance from the electricity socket. [. . . ] This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you. This guarantee is subject to the following conditions: The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions. The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate. The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only. [. . . ]