Hoover SE147 Instructions For Use Manual

Hoover SE147 Instructions For Use Manual

Front-loading washing machine

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  • Page 1 ® Washing machine Instructions for use...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Please read these instructions for use carefully and all other information enclosed with the washing machine. Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners. Note: this machine is solely for domestic use. Notes on disposal All packaging material used is environmentally-friendly and recyclable.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Introduction General delivery notes Safety notes Quick start Description of controls Programme Table Programme selector Detergent drawer Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use Useful advice for the user The main wash Cleaning and routine maintenance Investigating malfunctions Technical data Setting up + installation BEFORE SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE MAKE SURE...
  • Page 4: General Delivery Notes

    A) Pull out the plug B) Turn off the tap C) Hoover equips all its appliances with earthing. Ensure that the mains supply is earthed, and if it is not, seek assistance from a qualified person. D) Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are wet or damp. Do not use the appliance with bare feet.
  • Page 5: Quick Start

    M) N.B! If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor ensure that the ventilation holes on the base of the appliance are not obstructed. N) If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down, switch it off, turn off the tap and do not tamper with the appliance.
  • Page 6: Description Of Controls

    Description of controls Fig. 1 C H G M D Door handle "Door Security" indicator light "Start/Pause" button "Cold wash" button "Stain blaster" button "Delay Start" button "Spin Speed" button Spin speed indicator light "Wash stage" indicator lights Buttons indicator lights Programme selector with "OFF"...
  • Page 7 Door handle Press the finger-bar inside the door handle to open the door. DOOR SECURITY indicator light The “Door Security” indicator light is illuminated when the door is fully closed and the machine is ON. When "Start/Pause" is pressed on the machine with the door closed the indicator will flash momentarily and then illuminate.
  • Page 8 The option buttons should be selected before pressing the "Start/Pause" button. COLD WASH button By pressing this button it is possible to transform every programme into a cold washing one, without modifying other characteristics (water level, times, rythmes, etc...). Curtains, small carpets, man made delicate fabrics, non coulor fast garments can be safely washed thanks to this new device.
  • Page 9 DELAY START button Appliance start time can be set with this button, delaying the start by 3, 6 or 9 hours. Proceed as follows to set a delayed start: Select a programme (Wait that a “Spin” indicator light will go on). Press "Delay Start"...
  • Page 10 Spin speed indicator light When you set a program, the maximum possible spin speed will be automatically shown by the relevant indicator light. Choosing a smaller spin speed by the appropriate button, the relevant indicator light will go on. WASH STAGE indicator lights = main wash = rinse = spin...
  • Page 11 PROGRAMME selector with "OFF" position ROTATES IN BOTH DIRECTIONS. WHEN THE PROGRAMME SELECTOR IS TURNED A SPIN INDICATOR LIGHTS WILL GO N.B. TO SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE, TURN PROGRAMME SELECTOR TO THE OFF POSITION. Press the "Start/Pause" button to start the selected cycle. Once a programme is selected the programme selector remains stationary on the selected programme till cycle ends.
  • Page 12: Programme Table

    TABLE OF PROGRAMMES TEMP. PROGRAMME WEIGHT CHARGE DETERGENT PROGRAM FOR: °C SELECTOR Resistant fabrics Whites with 90° Prewash Cotton, linen Cotton, mixed Fast coloureds 60° resistant 40° Fast coloureds Cotton, mixed Non fast coloureds 30° Mixed fabrics Fast coloureds 50° With prewash and synthetics Synthetics (nylon,...
  • Page 13 Please read these notes * Maximum load capacity of dry clothes, according to the model used (see rating plate). When washing heavily soiled laundry it is recommended the load is reduced to 3/4 kg maximum. ** Programmes according to CENELEC EN 60456.
  • Page 14: Programme Selector

    Programme selector TABELLA PROGRAMMI SELEZIONE PUNTATORE CARICO TEMP. PROGRAMMA PER: MANOPOLA PROGRAMMI °C Tessuti resistenti otone, lino, canapa Cotone resistente - Fino a: 90° otone, misti resistenti For the various types of fabrics and various degrees of dirt Colorato - Fino a: 60°...
  • Page 15 The length of this programme lasts almost the 3 hours. SPORTS Hoover has given sports items their own wash care programme. The washing machine has a unique Sportswear programme. It is specially designed to wash mixed sportswear fabrics that cannot be washed on hotter programmes and is designed to remove the soil and staining created by participation in sports activities.
  • Page 16: Auto Half Load

    DAILY WASH 40°C – FAST 44’ A complete washing cycle (wash, rinse and spin), able to wash in approximately 44 minutes: - a maximum load of 3,5 kg; - lightly soiled fabrics (cotton and mixed fabrics) We recommend, with this programme, a 30% detergent loading dose (compared to the normal one), in order to avoid detergent waste.
  • Page 17: Detergent Drawer

    Detergent drawer The detergent drawer is split into 3 compartments: - the compartment labelled "1" is for prewash detergent; - the compartment labelled " " is for special additives, fabric softeners, fragrances, starch, brighteners etc; - the compartment labelled "2" is for main wash detergent.
  • Page 18: Detergents, Washing Aids And Amounts To Use

    Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use Choice of detergent General purpose detergents - Powder detergents, for a thorough wash, with bleaching agent, particularly suitable for use in hot wash programmes (60°C and over), for heavily soiled and stained laundry. - Liquid detergents, particularly suitable for grease stains, such as greasy skin marks, cosmetics and oil.
  • Page 19 Dosages Only use detergents which are suitable for use in a washing machine. You will obtain the best results from your wash with the minimum use of chemical products and the best care for your laundry if you take into consideration the degree of soiling as well as the type of detergent to choose.
  • Page 20: Useful Advice For The User

    Useful advice for users Tips on using your domestic appliance in the most environmentally-friendly and economical Do a full load in your washing machine To prevent any possible waste of energy, water or detergent we recommend that you put a full load in your washing machine, not exceed the recommended maximum load size.
  • Page 21: The Main Wash

    Main wash Sorting the laundry - It is recommended you wash only items which are machine washable with water and detergent and not dry-clean items. - If you need to wash rugs, bedspreads or other heavy items, it is best not to spin them. - Sort the laundry according to fabric type, degree of soiling and wash temperature: Always follow the wash care advice on the garment label for the most suitable care and treatment of the laundry...
  • Page 22: Selecting The Wash Programme

    The correct way to wash Preparing the laundry A) Select the laundry. Loading the laundry B) Open the porthole. C) Put the laundry in the washing machine. Close the porthole again, ensuring that no items of laundry are obstructing the lock. Putting detergent in machine D) Open the drawer, choose the detergent and put in the correct amount, according to the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 23: Cleaning And Routine Maintenance

    Cleaning and routine maintenance Do not use alcohol-based scourers and / or thinners on the outside of your washing machine, just a wipe with a damp cloth will suffice. The washing machine needs very little maintenance: - Cleaning the drawer compartments. - Cleaning the filter.
  • Page 24 Attention: if the filter needs cleaning while there is washing still in the drum, follow the instructions on the following page to empty the water. This will prevent excessive loss of water via the filter. Cleaning the door glass Regularly clean the door glass with a damp cloth. A build up of soiling and residues from the water may result in water leaking from the door.
  • Page 25: Investigating Malfunctions

    Investigating malfunctions What might be the cause of… Defects you can remedy yourself MALFUNCTION CAUSE REMEDY 1. Does not work on any Plug not in socket. Plug it in. programme Not switched on. Switch on. Power failure. Check. Fuse blown. Check.
  • Page 26: After Sales Service

    Note: The use of environmentally-friendly, phosphate-free detergents can have the following effects: - waste water from rinsing may be cloudier because of the presence of zeolites held in suspension, without the rinse performance being adversely affected; - presence of white powder (zeolites) on laundry after washing, which is not absorbed by the fabric and does not alter the colour of the fabric.
  • Page 27: Technical Data

    Fig. 2 Technical data SE 148 SE 147 8 kg 7 kg Max. load of dry laundry 0,05 ÷ 0,8 MPa 0,05 ÷ 0,8 MPa Water pressure Measurements Width 60 cm 60 cm Depth 54 cm 54 cm Height 85 cm 85 cm NB: For specifications regarding electrical data, see the data panel on the front of the washing machine (porthole area) - as shown in diagram above.
  • Page 28: Setting Up + Installation

    SETTING UP + INSTALLATION Remove the polystyrene base and place the machine near its permanent position (diagram 1). Carefully cut through the hose retaining clip at the rear of the appliance (diagram 2). Remove the 4 fixing screws marked (A) and remove the 4 spacers marked (B) (diagram 3).
  • Page 29: Water Connection

    Note: we recommend you keep the screws to immobilise the machine for future transit. The Manufacturers will not be responsible for any possible damage to the machine caused by not following the rules relating to releasing the mechanism. The user is responsible for all costs of installation. Water connection The appliance must be connected to the water mains using new hose-sets.
  • Page 30: Electrical Connections

    Note: it is advisable to turn off the tap after each wash to isolate the washing machine from the water supply. For the washing machine to function properly the terminal end of the discharge hose (mouth) must be at a minimum of 50 cm and a maximum of 85 cm from the ground. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS After installation, the appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
  • Page 31 The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of any printing mistakes in this booklet. The manufacturer also reserves the right to make appropriate modifications to its products without changing the essential characteristics.
  • Page 32 ® This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). 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.

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