User manual WHIRLPOOL AWM 226 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE GB BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME: • IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • REMOVE THE TRANSIT BOLTS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME • First wash cycle without laundry: 1. Pour a little detergent (about 100 ml) into the detergent compartment . Select a short wash programme (see programme chart). This will remove any water remaining in the machine from the manufacturer's test run. ROUTINE WASHES: 1. [. . . ] No spin button • Press this button to exclude the spin function from the programme. Rinse hold/Spin delay button • The laundry remains in the last rinse water without being spun, to avoid heavy creasing. • Especially suitable for the “Synthetic” or “Delicate” programmes, if the laundry is not to be unloaded immediately after the end of the programme. Stopping Rinse hold Press the Rinse hold button again; the load will be spun according to the selected programme. Lightly soiled/Half load button • Reduces water consumption, above all during the rinse. • Especially suitable for lightly soiled or small loads (reduce the detergent quantity). Cold wash button • The water is used at the water supply temperature. Intensive rinse button • This function is especially suitable in areas with extremely soft water, for baby clothes and to help people with allergies. • This special function is recommended for the 95°C “Cotton” and 60°C “Synthetic” programmes, since in this way the wash water is cooled before drainage. 95°C Cotton • This function can be selected in the “Cotton” programme. • Suitable for fabrics with this symbol on the label. • Recommended only for heavily soiled laundry. PROGRAMME START 1. Press the “ON/OFF” button. DOOR LOCK / PROGRAMME END / PROGRAMME RESELECTION DOOR LOCK The door locks automatically after the programme start until the end of the programme. Wait for the door to unlock (about 2 minutes). Note: Do not fully close the door but leave it ajar to allow the drum to dry out. PROGRAMME END • The programme sequence indicator is at “Stop”. Cancel the special options by pressing the appropriate buttons. Select the new programme, temperature and relative options. Reposition the inserts, fit in the drawer until it locks. DOOR SEAL • • Clean with a damp cloth when necessary. Check the seal folds for foreign bodies periodically. Remove the filter from the washing machine with pliers and clean it. Replace the filter and screw the hose connection back on to the machine. Turn on the tap(s) and ensure that the connections are completely water-tight. WATER HOSE MESH FILTER • Check and clean periodically 1. Refit the filter and screw the hose connection to the tap. APPLIANCE FILTER • Check the filter at least two or three times a year and clean if necessary (see “Removing the Filter”). CHILD SAFETY DEVICE To prevent improper use of the machine, turn the plastic screw on the inside of the appliance door with the thick, rounded edge of the coloured insert from the detergent dispenser or with a coin. [. . . ] The connection must be made with a correctly installed, earthed and insulated socket. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for injury to persons or pets and damage to property caused by disregarding the above instructions. The data concerning voltage, consumption and necessary fuse are supplied on the inside of the appliance door. The mains connection cable may only be replaced by a qualified electrician. [. . . ]