User manual WHIRLPOOL AWV 453 PROGRAM CHART

[. . . ] • Voltage information, power consumption and electrical protection data are supplied on the inside of the appliance door. • The appliance must be connected to the mains exclusively by means of a socket with an earth connection in accordance with established regulations. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage to property or injury to persons or animals deriving either directly or indirectly from failure to observe the directions. • Do not use extension leads or multi sockets. [. . . ] Each step takes from some seconds to several minutes. Options (depending on model) Easy Ironing Energy save/ Eco Quick wash/ Rapid Intensive rinse Rinse hold/ Spin delay • Can be used together with Cotton and Synthetics programmes to make ironing easier. • Increases the water quantity and the clothes are spun very gently. • The duration of the wash is extended and the temperature reduced to save energy maintaining good washing results. • Select for quick, economical washes. • Especially suitable for small, lightly soiled loads. • More water and a longer time in rinse cycle is added. • The intensive rinse function is especially suitable for areas with particularly soft water, for baby clothes and to help people with allergies. • The laundry remains in the last rinse water without being spun, to avoid heavy creasing and to prevent colours from changing. • If options are changed during the delay time period: the programme will start with newly selected options. • If the programme is changed during the delay time period: “Start Delay” will switch automatically to “0”. Reselect the Start Delay time to activate. • Check the filter if the appliance is not draining properly or if it fails to perform spin cycles. • Remove the filter if the pump is blocked by an object (buttons, coins, safety pins, etc. ). IMPORTANT: Make sure the water has had time to cool before draining the appliance. DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER • Drain the residual water as described in the “Removing the Filter” chapter (points 1 to 8). • To drain the residual water from the pump, bend the machine frontward and operate as per points 9 and 10 of the previous chapter. • Before transporting (moving) the machine. • If the appliance is installed in a room subject to sub-zero temperatures. It is best in this case to drain the machine after every wash. 27 Black process 45. 0° 100. 0 LPI 50110078GB. fm Page 28 Tuesday, January 11, 2005 5:28 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Appliance exterior and control panel • Clean using normal household cleaner (do not use abrasive products and no solvents). • Dry with a soft cloth. Door seal • Clean with a damp cloth when necessary. • Periodically check the fold of the seal for foreign objects. Filter • Check and clean the filter two or three times a year (see “Removing the filter”). Detergent dispenser 1. Disengage the detergent dispenser by pressing the release lever in the prewash compartment and lately remove the drawer. Remove the inserts softener compartment, the insert for liquid detergents and the siphon from the chlorine bleach compartment, (if available, four chambers model “A”). [. . . ] If the hose is too short, replace it with a 3 m Water Stop hose (available from After-Sales Service or from your dealer). This operation must be carried out exclusively by a licensed electrician. The appliance must not be connected to the mixing tap of a non-pressurized water heater. The inlet hose and the plastic enclosure at the tap connection contain electrical components. [. . . ]