Ariston AW120 Instructions For Installation And Use Manual page 18

Easy Care and Maintenance
machine
Your washing machine is a reliable companion in life. It is just as important [i>r you to keep it in shape.
Your washing machine is
designed to provide reliable
service over many years. A few
simple steps will help to extend
its life and avoid problems. It is
advisable to turn off water
faucets when the machine is
not in use. This protects the
hoses, etc.
tf the water in your area is
bard, use a water softener
(hard water often leaves white
stains around taps or drains,
especially in bath tubs. For
more accurate information
about the type of water in the
system, call your local water
utility).
Pockets must Mways be
emptied, removing pins,
badges, coins, or any other
hard obiects.
CLEANING THE EXTERIOR
The washing machine exterior
should be cleaned with a rag
dipped in lukewarm water and
soap. Do not use polish of any
kind on the plastic trim. Some
polishes contain agents which
can damage plastics.
Cleaning the interior
If you live an area where
phosphate detergents are
banned, it may be necessary
to recondition the washer
periodically+ Because a non-
phosphate detergent must be
used, body oils and detergent
may accumulate in the washer
tub. This is particularly evident
in hard water areas or in
homes where heavily soiled
garments are regularly
laundered. To remove this
buiW+up, run the washer
through a complete cycle
using hot water and 2 cups of
water softener. Do not add any
clothes, detergent, or other
laundry aids.
Once the accumulation has
been removed, your laundry
should be satisfactory if you
follow the preventive
suggestions in this owner's
manual.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
After washing is complete the
water faucets should be turned
off to relieve water pressure on
the hoses.
Wipe the inside of the door with
a soft cloth to remove any
remaining moisture.
Periodically, a thin coat of pa-
ste wax should be applied to
the inner door of the washer;
especially to the area which
is immediately next to the
door window. This will protect
the door finish from laundry
aid spills and any
discoloration which may
results of these spills.
Clear the Coin Trap
Clear the coin trap in case of
blockage. For instructions,
please read the section
below.
Never add too much
detergent.
Detergents already contain
deliming agents. Only if the
water is particularly hard, that
is, rich in lime content, do we
recommend the use of a
specific product at every
wash.
A periodical wash cycle with
a dose of a deliming product,
without detergents or
washing, may prove useful+
Never use too much
detergent or additives
because this coumd cause
excessive sudsing, scaBing,
and possible damage to
components in your
washing machine.
Use onmy mow+sudsing deter+
gents.
Do not forget to empty all
pockets:
smafl objects can cause
serious damage to your
washing machine /
When in need, check the pump and the rubber hose.
The wasbing machine comes equipped with a seff+cmeaning pump that does not require any cleaning or maintenance.
Small objects may accidentally fall into the pump: coins, hair clips, loose buttons, etc.To avoid possiMe damage, they
are witbbe_d in an accessiNe coin trap, located at the bottom right end of the machine.
Fig° 1
The water inlet hose
Attention: Before attempting to examine this coin trap, first ensure
that the machine has finished its program and is empty. Unplug the
machine, as with any maintenance.
To gain access, gently ease down the top of the kick plate panel at the
base of the machine with a screwdriver etc, to release it. Then ease
the top edge forward to al!ow it to be lifted clear (Fig. 1). Place a
shallow dish or tray below the cover of the pre-chamber to catch any
water that might be present. Open the cover by turning it counter-
clockwise (Fig. 2). When finished cleaning, ensure that the cover is
securely tightened.
Re-fit the kick plate cover by inserting the hooks on its lower edge
into the slots and ease the top edge back into position.
Check the rubber hoses at least once a year. If you see any cracks, replace the hose immediately. When you use your washinc
machine, water pressure is very strong and a cracked tube could easily split open. Superior quality Stainless Steel hoses are
recommended.
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