User manual DE DIETRICH DRH720JE

[. . . ] Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety. 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. 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. Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material. [. . . ] 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. Compartment : this compartment is used for fabric conditioner and starching agent. Aways add laundry detergents before switching the machine on and keep the dispenser clean and dry, so that the detergent can be efficiently dispensed from the unit. Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Water hardness is classified in so-called "degrees" of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. Follow the product manufacturers' instructions on quantities to use. Add the detergent When using the washing machine for the first time, check that the dispenser is set for the type of detergent you will use. To do this, proceed as follows: Pull the dispenser drawer forward until it stops. Push the drawer edge outwards where indicated by the arrow (PUSH) to facilitate drawer removal. pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. Not enough washing powder causes: the washload to turn grey, greasy clothes. Too much washing powder causes: sudsing, reduced agitation and washing effect, inadequate rinsing. Use less detergent if: you are washing a small load, the laundry is lightly soiled, large amounts of foam form during washing. Some models have Flexi Dose option ( ) which allow to use liquid or powder detergent. Check the position of the flap at the " " detergent compartment in the dispenser drawer. press the Start/Pause ( ) button again to start the programme. 13 Important! The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing program again. If you need to open the door, you must first set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the Start/Pause ( ) button and then wait about 3 minutes. After you have closed the door, press the Start/Pause button again. Extra Rinse Option ( ) This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft. To select this option PRESS and HOLD the Spin ( ) and Quick Wash ( ) button together (This must be selected after choosing the desired program and before depressing the Start/Pause ( button) untill the pilot light is turn on. ) To turn the Extra Rinse option off press and hold the same buttons until the pilot light goes off. Start/Pause button ( ) To start the selected program, press the "Start/Pause ( )" button; the corresponding green pilot light stops flashing. The "Washing ( )" light is on to indicate that the appliance starts operating and the door is locked. To interrupt a program which is running, depress the "Start/Pause ( )" button: the corresponding green pilot light starts to flash. To restart the program from the point at which it was interrupted, press the "Start/Pause ( )" button again. ), the machine will Program progress display (Washing) When the pilot light " " comes on this means that the machine is performing the washing cycle. (Extra Rinse) When the pilot light " " comes on this means that the The machine performs some additional rinses. " pilot light 14 Altering an option or a running program It is possible to change any option before the program carries it out. [. . . ] Do not start washing clothes without the filter in its place. Clean the filter under the water tap. Cleaning the water inlet filter If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become clogged. After cleaning the filter, open the filter cover and insert the filter back to its position. The filter is inserted correctly when the indicator on this top is visible and you will hear "Click" sound. 20 Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. [. . . ]