User manual ARTHUR MARTIN FPS526VWF

[. . . ] General safety It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine. Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum. Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance. [. . . ] sort the laundry as follows: whites , coloureds , synthetics , delicates , woollens. ) in linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e. Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full; Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste. Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder with biological properties. External cleaning Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly. Cleaning the dispenser drawer The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment should be removed. Cleaning the drawer recess Having removed the drawer, use a small brush to clean the recess, ensuring that all washing powder residue is removed from the upper and lower part of the recess. Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme without any clothes in the drum. Qxd 6/3/08 19:00 Página 48 48 care and cleaning Cleaning the pump The pump should be inspected if · The machine does not empty and/or spin · The machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Qxd 6/3/08 19:00 Página 49 care and cleaning 49 Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. [. . . ] The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. [. . . ]