User manual WHIRLPOOL AWT 2084 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] Tear off the two stop plugs C from the hose holder and clip them into the openings of the machine D. Note: In case of future moves, always transport the washing machine upright. Keep the transport bracket for future use. INSTALLATION • Install the appliance on a solid and level floor surface close to electrical, water and drain connections. • Make sure that all feet are stable and resting on the floor and then check that the appliance is perfectly level (use a spirit level). [. . . ] Ensure the installation and the electrical and water connections have been carried out in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and in observance of local safety regulations (refer to “Installation instructions”). • • • • • Unplug the appliance before cleaning or maintaining the appliance. When the appliance is not in use switch it off and turn off the tap(s). Packing materials can be dangerous for children: keep all packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc. ) well out of their reach. TRANSPORT / HANDLING 1. Eliminate all water from the hoses and from the appliance (see “Draining Residual Water”). Be careful that the water is sufficiently cooled so as to avoid any accidents. Transport the washing machine upright. 37 PREPARING THE WASH 1. Sort the laundry according to: • Type of fabric / Care label symbol Cottons, mixed fibres, synthetics, wool, handwashable textiles. • Size Wash items of different sizes in the same load to improve washing efficiency and distribute the load more evenly inside the drum. • Fabric delicacy Wash delicate articles separately: use a special programme for Pure New Wool , curtains and other delicates. Always remove curtain glides or wash curtains with the glides inside a cotton bag. Wash stockings, belts and other small items or articles with hooks (e. g. bras) in special cotton bags for washing machines or in zipped pillow cases. Empty pockets Coins, safety pins and similar can damage your laundry and the appliance drum and tub. Fasteners Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose belts or ribbons should be tied together. . STAIN REMOVAL • Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances are generally removed by the enzyme phase of the programme. Particularly stubborn stains should be treated before the wash. • • LOADING THE LAUNDRY 1. Close the drum flaps carefully and check if they are properly locked. LOAD CAPACITY See the maximum load on the programme chart. • Note: Overloading will lead to unsatisfactory washing results and creased laundry . 38 DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES CHOOSING THE RIGHT DETERGENT The type of detergent depends on: • type of fabric (cottons, synthetics, delicate items, wool). You can use any make or type of detergent recommended for domestic washing machines. • colour; • washing temperature; • degree and type of soiling. Notes: • Whitish residues on dark fabrics are caused by insoluble water softeners used in modern phosphate-free powder detergents. [. . . ] It may even interrupt the spin cycle altogether, if the imbalance is too great after several spin starts; • if the laundry is too humid at the end of the cycle, add more articles of laundry to balance the load and repeat the spin cycle; • excessive foam formation may prevent spinning. Check whether: • the pump impeller is obstructed (see “Removing the Foreign Body Trap”); • the lid was opened during the delicate or wool programme. Close the lid and select a spin programme. Insufficient or no water supply. Check whether: • the water tap is completely open, and the water supply pressure is sufficient; • the water inlet hose is kinked; • the mesh filters are clogged (see “Maintenance and Cleaning” / “Water Hose Mesh Filters”); • the water inlet hose is frozen. Reselect the desired programme and start again to continue with the programme (do not add detergent for this programme). The appliance does not drain out the water. Check whether: • drain hose is kinked (see “Installation Instructions”); • the pump/ foreign body trap are blocked (see “Removing the Foreign Body Trap”); IMPORTANT: Before draining, allow the wash water to cool down. [. . . ]