Hotpoint AQ9L 292 U manual Detergents and laundry, EN Detergent, Preparing the laundry

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Detergents and laundry

EN Detergent

The type and quantity of detergent required depend on the type of fabric you are washing (cotton, wool, silk, etc.), as well as its colour, the washing temperature, the level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area. Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid wastage and help to protect the environment: although they are biodegradable, detergents still contain ingredients which alter the balance of nature.

We recommend the following:

use powder detergents for white cotton garments and pre-washing.

use liquid detergents for delicate cotton garments and for all low-temperature wash cycles.

use gentle liquid detergents for wool and silk garments.

The detergent should be poured into the relevant compartment - or the dispenser placed directly inside the drum - before the wash cycle begins. In the latter case, it will not be possible to select the Cottons with pre-wash cycle.

! Do not use hand washing detergents because these create too much foam.

Silk: use the special “Silk” wash cycle to wash all silk garments. We recommend the use of special detergent which has been designed to wash delicate clothes. Curtains: use the “Silk” wash cycle. These should be folded and placed inside the bag provided.

Wool: Hotpoint is the only washing machine brand to have been awarded the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care endorsement (M.0508) by the Woolmark Company, which means that all woollen garments may be washed in the washing machine, even those which state “hand wash

only” on the label. The “Wool” wash cycle can be used to wash all woollen garments in the washing machine while guaranteeing optimum performance.

Duvets: to wash double or single duvets (the weight of which should not exceed 3,5 kg), cushions or clothes padded with goose down such as puffa jackets, use the special “Duvets” wash cycle. We recommend that duvets are placed in the drum with their edges folded inwards (see figure) and that no more than ¾ of the total volume of the drum is used. To achieve the best results, we recommend that a liquid detergent is used and placed inside the detergent dispenser drawer.

Preparing the laundry

Shake out the garments before loading them into the machine.

Divide the laundry according fabric type (symbol on the washing instruction label) and colour, making sure you separate the coloured garments from the white ones;

Empty all pockets and check the buttons;

Do not exceed the values listed in the “Table of wash cycles”, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry.

How much does your laundry weigh?

1 sheet

400-500 g

1 pillowcase

150-200 g

1 tablecloth

400-500 g

1 bathrobe

900-1200 g

1 towel

150-250 g

1 pair of jeans

400-500 g

1 shirt

150-200 g

Washing recommendations

Shirts: use the special “Shirts” wash cycle to wash shirts in different fabrics and colours to guarantee they receive the best possible care.

Jeans: use the special “Jeans” wash cycle for all denim garments; turn inside out before washing and use a liquid detergent.

Baby: use the special “Baby” wash cycle to remove the remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while removing all traces of detergent from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergic reactions. The cycle has been designed to reduce the amount of bacteria by using a greater quantity of water and optimising the effect of special disinfecting additives added to the detergent. At the end of the wash cycle, the machine will slowly rotate the drum; to end the cycle press the START/PAUSE button.

Quilts: to wash quilts with a synthetic outer layer, use the bag provided and set the wash cycle to “Duvets” . Bedlinen and towels: use the “Bed & Bath” cycle to wash laundry from all over the house; this optimises fabric softener performance and helps you save time and energy. We recommend the use of powder detergent.

Stubborn stains: it is wise to treat stubborn stains with solid soap before washing, and to use the Cottons with pre-wash cycle.

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations before every spin and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load.

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Contents Instructions for installation and use Washing MachineConnecting the electricity and water supplies InstallationUnpacking and levelling Green & Yellow Earth Blue Following code Blue Neutral N Brown Live L Green & Yellow Earth ETechnical data Description of the machine Control panel Temperature buttonSelector knob Set a Delay Timer Using the 90 cottons cycle without pre-washRunning a wash cycle Table of wash cycles Wash cycles and optionsWash options Preparing the laundry Detergents and laundryEN Detergent Washing recommendationsDisposal Precautions and tipsGeneral safety European Directive 2002/96/EC relating to WasteCare and maintenance Problem Trouble shootingPossible causes / Solutions Machine wont spin properly Machine leaks from the dispenser GuaranteeEN AssistanceAfter Sales Service 195084912.01