Hotpoint 8050147649428 Front Load Washing Machine Instruction Manual

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Instruction Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby for future reference.
These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the appliance or incorrect setting of controls.
Very young children (0-3  years) should be kept away from the appliance. Young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the hazards involved. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children without supervision.
WARNING:** never stop a appliance before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers and items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber-backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the appliance. Remove all objects from pockets, such as lighters and matches.
Do not use the appliance if industrial chemicals have been used to clean it.
Oil-soaked items should not be dried in the appliance due to their high flammability.
Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step.

PERMITTED USE

CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external switching device, such as a timer, or separate remote controlled system.
This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments; areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes.
Do not load the machine above the maximum capacity (kg of dry cloth) indicated in the programme table.
This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use the appliance outdoors.
Do not use any solvents (e.g. turpentine, benzene), detergents containing solvents, scouring powder, glass or general purpose cleaners, or flammable fluids; do not machine wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents or flammable liquids.
Do not store explosive or flammable substances (e.g. gasoline or aerosol cans) inside or near the appliance – risk of fire.
Do not dry unwashed items in the appliance.
Take care that no lint or dust is accumulated around the appliance.
Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener instructions.
Do not overdry the laundry.
Make sure that the water tap is turned on during the drying cycles.

INSTALLATION

The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons – risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install – risk of cuts.
Move the appliance without lifting it by the worktop or top lid.
Installation, including water supply (if any) and electrical connections and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual. Keep children away from the installation site. After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest Aftersales Service.
Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts etc.) must be stored out of reach of children -risk of suffocation.
The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation -risk of electric shock.
During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable – risk of fire or electric shock. Only activate the appliance when the installation has been
completed.
Do not install your appliance where it may be exposed to extreme conditions, such as: poor ventilation, temperatures below 5 °C or above 35 °C.
When installing the appliance make sure that the four feet are stable and resting on the floor, adjusting them as required, and check that the appliance is perfectly to level using a spirit level.
If the appliance is being installed on wood or “floating” floors (certain parquet and laminate materials), secure a 60 x 60 x 3 cm (at least) sheet of plywood to the floor then place the appliance on top of this.
Connect the water inlet hose(s) to the water supply in accordance with the regulations of your local water company.
For cold fill only models: do not connect to the hot water supply.
For models with hot fill: the hot water inlet temperature must not exceed 60 °C.
The appliance is fitted with transport bolts to prevent any possible damage to the interior during transport. Before using the machine, it is imperative that the transport bolts are removed. After their removal, cover the openings with the 4 enclosed plastic caps.
After installation of the device, wait a few hours before starting it so that it acclimates to the environmental conditions of the room.
Make sure that the ventilation openings in the base of your washing machine (if available on your model) are not obstructed by a carpet or other material.
Use only new hoses to connect the appliance to the water supply. The old hose- sets should not be reused.
The supply water pressure must be in the 0.1-1 MPa range.
If the appliance is installed near to a gas or coal stove, provide a heat insulating plate (85 x 57cm) in between, as the side facing the stove is covered with aluminium foil.
The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the appliance, in such a way that a full opening of the machine door is restricted.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual. Use only authorized After-sales Service. Self or non- professional repair may lead to dangerous incident resulting in live or health threatening and/or significant property damage.
The spare parts for the household machine will be available for 10 years after placing the last unit on the market as dictated by the European Ecodesign regulation.

ELECTRICAL WARNINGS

It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by unplugging it if plug is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed upstream of the socket in accordance with the wiring rules and the appliance must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety standards.
Do not use extension leads, multiple sockets or adapters. The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation. Do not use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot.
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with an identical one by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard – risk of electric shock.

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from the power supply before performing any maintenance operation. To avoid risk of personal injury use protective gloves (risk of laceration) and safety shoes (risk of contusion); be sure to handle by two persons (reduce load); never use steam cleaning equipment (risk of electric shock). Nonprofessional repairs not authorized by the manufacturer could result  in a risk to health and safety, for which the manufacturer cannot be held liable.
Any defect or damage caused from nonprofessional repairs or maintenance will not be covered by the guarantee, the terms of which are outlined in the document delivered with the unit.

DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS

The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol ****.
The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste disposal.

DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES

This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials.
Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.
For further information on the treatment, recovery and recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchased the appliance. This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent negative consequences for the environment and human health.

The symbol **** on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

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