Hoover DWOL412AHR1-AUS User Manual

DWOL 412AHR/1-AUS

Thank-you for choosing a Hoover washing machine. We are proud to always offer new, innovative and technologically advanced products, with a complete range of home appliances to ensure true assistance in your daily routine.

Carefully read this manual for correct and safe appliance use and for helpful tips on efficient maintenance.

Only use the washing machine after carefully reading these instructions. We recommend you always keep this manual on hand and in good condition for any future owners.

Please check that the appliance is delivered with this instruction manual, warranty certificate, water and energy efficiency label. Also check that plugs, curve for drain hose and liquid detergent or bleach tray (only on some models) are included. We recommend you keep all these components.

Each product is identified by a unique 16character code, also called the “serial number”, printed on the sticker affixed to the appliance (porthole area) or in the document envelope found inside the product.

This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

WEEE contains both polluting substances (which can cause negative consequences for the environment) and basic components (which can be re-used). It is important to have WEEE subjected to specific treatments, in order to remove and dispose properly all pollutants, and recover and recycle all materials. Individuals can play an important role in ensuring that WEEE does not become an environmental issue; it is essential to follow some basic rules:

! WEEE should not be treated as household

waste;

! WEEE should be handed over to the relevant

collection points managed by the municipality or by registered companies. In many countries, for large WEEE, home collection could be present.

In many countries, when you buy a new appliance, the old one may be returned to the retailer who has to collect it free of charge on a one-to-one basis, as long as the equipment is of equivalent type and has the same functions as the supplied equipment.

1. GENERAL SAFETY RULES

2. INSTALLATION

3. PRACTICAL TIPS

4. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

5. QUICK USER GUIDE

6. CONTROLS AND PROGRAMS

THROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY

Environmental conditions

Contents

1. GENERAL SAFETY RULES

! This appliances 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 and other residential type environments;

- Bed and breakfast type environments.

A different use of this appliance from household environment or from typical housekeeping functions, as commercial use by expert or trained users, is excluded even in the above applications. If the appliance is used in a manner inconsistent with this it may reduce the life of the appliance and may void the manufacturer’s warranty. Any damage to the appliance or other damage or loss arising through use that is not consistent with domestic or household use (even if located in a domestic or household environment) shall not be accepted by the manufacturer to the fullest extent permitted by law.

This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of

the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

! Children should be supervised

to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

! Children of less than 3 years

should be kept away unless continuously supervised.

! If the supply cord is damaged, it

must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.

! Only use the hose-sets

supplied with the appliance for the water supply connection (do not reuse old hose-sets).

! Water pressure must be between

0,05 MPa and 0,8 MPa.

! Make sure that carpet does not

obstruct the base of the machine and ventilation openings.

! The OFF condition is reached

placing the reference mark on the programmes control/knob in the vertical position. Any other different position of such control sets the machine in ON condition (only for models with programmes knob).

! After installation, the appliance

must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.

! The maximum load capacity of

dry clothes is 12 kg.

! The technical details (supply

voltage and power input) are indicated on the product rating plate

! Make sure that the electrical

system is grounded, complies with all applicable law and that the (electricity) socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance. Otherwise, seek qualified professional assistance.

! The use of converters, multiple

sockets or extension cords is strongly advised against.

! Before cleaning or maintaining

the washing machine, unplug the appliance and turn off the water faucet.

! Do not pull on the power cord

or appliance to unplug the machine.

! Make sure there is no water in

the drum before opening the porthole.

! Do not expose the washing

machine to rain, direct sunlight or other weather elements. Protect from possible freezing.

! When moving, do not lift the

washing machine by the knobs or detergent drawer; during transport, never rest the porthole on the trolley. We recommend two people lift the washing machine.

! In the event of fault and/or

malfunction, turn off the washing machine, close the water faucet and do not tamper with the appliance. Immediately contact the Customer Service Centre and only use original spare parts. Failure to observe these instruction may jeopardise appliance safety.

Electrical connections and safety instructions

WARNING:

water may reach very high temperatures during the wash cycle.

2. INSTALLATION

! Unscrew the 2 or 4 transit

screws (A) on the back and remove the 2 or 4 washers (B) as illustrated in figure 1.

! Close the 2 or 4 holes using the

plugs included in the instruction envelope.

! In some models, 1 or more

washers will fall inside the machine: tilt the washing machine forward to remove them. Close the holes using the plugs found in the envelope. Keep the transit screws & parts for future use in case you move house.

! Place the polionda sheet on the

bottom as shown in figure 2 (according to the model, consider version A, B or C).

WARNING:

keep packaging materials away from children.

In some models this operation will not be necessary, because the corrugated plastic sheet will be already placed on the bottom of the appliance.

! Connect the water hose to the water

supply faucet (fig. 3) only using the hose supplied with the appliance (do not reuse old hose-sets).

! Some models may include one or more of

the following features:

! HOT&COLD (fig. 4):

water mains connection settings with hot and cold water for higher energy savings. Connect the grey hose to the cold water faucet and the red one to the hot water faucet. The machine can be connected to the cold water faucet only: in this case, some programs may start a few minutes later.

! AQUASTOP (fig. 5):

a device located on the supply hose that stops water flow if the tube deteriorates; in this case, a red mark will appear in the window “A” and the hose must be replaced. To unscrew the nut, press the one-way lock device "B".

! AQUAPROTECT – SUPPLY HOSE WITH

GUARD (fig. 6):

Should water leak from the primary internal hose "A", the transparent containment sheath "B" will contain water to permit the washing cycle to complete. At the end of the cycle, contact the Customer Service Centre to replace the supply hose.

! The washing machine should be installed

in its final position such that the water fill hose is not kinked or trapped. The corrugated drain hose should be inserted into a suitable drain pipe that is at a height between 50 cm and 85 cm above the floor using the curved drain hose support. If an under sink connection is used the drain hose must be routed above the sink overfill opening to prevent back siphoning. Care must be taken to avoid kinking or trapping the drain hose (fig. 7).

min 50 cm max 85 cm

+2,6 mt

max

max 100 cm

min 4 cm

Water connections

Setting

! Level the appliance using the feet as

illustrated in figure 8: a. turn the nut clockwise to release the

screw;

b. rotate the foot to raise or lower it until it

adheres to the floor;

c. lock the foot, screwing in the nut, until it

adheres to the bottom of the washing machine.

! Plug in the appliance.

The detergent draw is split into 3 compartments as illustrated in figure 9:

! compartment "1": for prewash detergent;

! compartment “ ”: for special additives,

softeners, starch fragrances, etc.;

! compartment "2": for washing detergent.

A liquid detergent cup is also included in SOME MODELS (fig. 10). To use it, place it

compartment "2". The cup can also be used for bleach when the “Rinse” program is selected.

WARNING:

contact the Customer Service Centre should the power cord need replacement.

Detergent drawer

WARNING:

Some liquid detergents are hard to dissolve. In this case we recommend diluting the detergent with warm water. We recommend you use only 20% of the recommended detergent quantities shown on the detergent pack.

WARNING:

installation faults are not covered by the manufacturers warranty.

3. PRACTICAL TIPS

WARNING: when sorting laundry,

make sure:

- there are NO foreign objects such as coins, hair clips, pins, keys etc, etc, from the wash load. Check all pockets. Serious damage to the machine can result which may not be covered by warranty.

- to have buttoned pillow cases, closed zips, tied loose belts and long robe ribbons;

- to have removed rollers from curtains;

- to have carefully read clothing washing labels;

- to have removed any persistent stains using specific detergents.

! When washing rugs, bedcovers or other

heavy clothing, we recommend you avoid spinning.

! To wash wool, make sure the item can be

machine washed. Check the fabric label.

A guide to environmentally friendly and economic use of your appliance.

Maximise The Load Size

! Achieve the best use of energy, water,

detergent and time by using the recommended maximum load size. Save up to 50% energy by washing a full load instead of 2 half loads.

Do you need to pre-wash?

! For heavily soiled laundry only!

SAVE detergent, time, water and between 5 to 15% energy consumption by NOT selecting Prewash for slight to normally soiled laundry.

Is a hot wash required?

! Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak

dried in stains in water before washing to reduce the necessity of a hot wash programme.

Save up to 50% energy by using a 60°C wash programme.

Before using a drying programme (WASHER-DRYERS)

! SAVE energy and time by selecting a

high spin speed to reduce the water content in laundry before using a drying programme.

Following is a quick guide with tips and recommendations on detergent use at the various temperatures. In any case, always read the instructions on the detergent for correct use and doses.

Load tips

Helpful suggestions for the user

When washing heavily soiled whites, we recommend using cotton programs of 60°C or above and a

normal washing powder (heavy duty) that contains bleaching agents that at medium/high temperatures provide excellent results.

For washes between 40°C and 60°C the type of detergent used needs to be appropriate for the type of fabric and level of soiling. Normal powders are suitable for “white” or colour fast fabrics with high soiling, while liquid detergents or “colour protecting” powders are suitable for coloured fabrics with light levels of soiling.

For washing at temperatures below 40°C we recommend the use of liquid

detergents or detergents specifically labeled as suitable for low temperature washing. Please note - dilute viscous liquid detergent with warm water if necessary.

For washing wool or silk, only use detergents specifically formulated for these fabrics.

4. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

To clean the washing machine exterior, use a damp cloth, avoiding abrasives, alcohol and/or solvents. The washing machine does not require any special care for ordinary cleaning: clean drawer compartments and the filter; some tips on how to move the machine or on long periods of disuse are provided below.

! We recommend you clean the drawer to

avoid accumulating detergent and additive residue.

! To do this, extract the drawer using slight

force, clean it with running water and reinsert it in its housing.

! The washing machine comes with a

special filter able to trap large residue, such as buttons or coins, which could clog the drain.

! ONLY AVAILABLE ON CERTAIN MODELS:

pull out the corrugated hose, remove the stopper and drain the water into a container.

! Before unscrewing the filter, we

recommend you place an absorbent cloth under it to keep the floor dry.

! Turn the filter counter-clockwise.

! Remove and clean the filter; when

finished, replace it turning it clockwise.

! Repeat the previous steps in reverse

order to reassemble all parts.

! If the washing machine will not be used

for an extended amount of time and will be store in a cold area ensure all water is drained from the hoses to prevent freezing.

! Unplug the washing machine.

! Detach the hose from the strap and lower

it, fully draining water into a bowl.

! Secure the drain hose with the strap

when finished.

Drawer cleaning

Filter cleaning

Suggestions for moves or prolonged disuse

WARNING:

unplug the machine prior to cleaning.

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