Hoover DXOC 27/1-AUS User manual

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DXOC 27/1-AUS

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Thank-you for choosing a Hoover washing
machine. We are proud to always offer
new, innovative and technologically
advanced products, with a complete range
of home appliances to ensure true
assistance in your daily routine.
Carefully read this manual for correct and
safe appliance use and for helpful tips on
efficient maintenance.
Only use the washing machine
after carefully reading these instructions.
We recommend you always keep this
manual on hand and in good condition for
any future owners.
Please check that the appliance is
delivered with this instruction manual,
warranty certificate, water and energy
efficiency label. Also check that plugs,
curve for drain hose and liquid detergent or
bleach tray (only on some models) are
included. We recommend you keep all
these components.
Each product is identified by a unique 16-
character code, also called the “serial
number”, printed on the sticker affixed to
the appliance (porthole area) or in the
document envelope found inside the
product.
This appliance is marked according to
the European directive 2012/19/EU
on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE).
WEEE contains both polluting substances (which
can cause negative consequences for the
environment) and basic components (which can
be re-used). It is important to have WEEE
subjected to specific treatments, in order to
remove and dispose properly all pollutants, and
recover and recycle all materials. Individuals can
play an important role in ensuring that WEEE
does not become an environmental issue; it is
essential to follow some basic rules:
!WEEE should not be treated as household
waste;
!WEEE should be handed over to the relevant
collection points managed by the municipality or
by registered companies. In many countries, for
large WEEE, home collection could be present.
In many countries, when you buy a new
appliance, the old one may be returned to the
retailer who has to collect it free of charge on a
one-to-one basis, as long as the equipment is of
equivalent type and has the same functions as
the supplied equipment.
1. GENERAL SAFETY RULES
2. INSTALLATION
3. PRACTICAL TIPS
4. MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
5. QUICK USER GUIDE
6. CONTROLS AND PROGRAMS
7. THROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY
Environmental conditions
Contents

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1. GENERAL SAFETY
RULES
!This appliances is intended to
be used in household and
similar applications such as:
- Staff kitchen areas in shops, offices
and other working environments;
- Farm houses;
- By clients in hotels, motels and
other residential type environments;
- Bed and breakfast type environments.
A different use of this appliance
from household environment
or from typical housekeeping
functions, as commercial use by
expert or trained users, is excluded
even in the above applications. If
the appliance is used in a manner
inconsistent with this it may reduce
the life of the appliance and may
void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Any damage to the appliance or
other damage or loss arising
through use that is not consistent
with domestic or household use
(even if located in a domestic or
household environment) shall not
be accepted by the manufacturer to
the fullest extent permitted by law.
! 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.
Children shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made
by children without supervision.
!Children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play
with the appliance.
!Children of less than 3 years
should be kept away unless
continuously supervised.
!If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent
or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard.
!Only use the hose-sets
supplied with the appliance for
the water supply connection
(do not reuse old hose-sets).
!Water pressure must be between
0,05 MPa and 0,8 MPa.
!Make sure that carpet does not
obstruct the base of the machine
and ventilation openings.
!The OFF condition is reached
by placing the reference mark on
the programmes control/knob in
the vertical position. Any other
different position of such control
sets the machine in ON condition
(only for models with programmes
knob).

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!After installation, the appliance
must be positioned so that the
plug is accessible.
!The maximum load capacity of
dry clothes is 7 kg.
!The technical details (supply
voltage and power input) are
indicated on the product rating
plate
!Make sure that the electrical
system is grounded, complies
with all applicable law and that
the (electricity) socket is
compatible with the plug of the
appliance. Otherwise, seek
qualified professional assistance.
!The use of converters, multiple
sockets or extension cords is
strongly advised against.
!Before cleaning or maintaining
the washing machine, unplug
the appliance and turn off the
water faucet.
!Do not pull on the power cord
or appliance to unplug the
machine.
!Make sure there is no water in
the drum before opening the
porthole.
!Do not expose the washing
machine to rain, direct sunlight
or other weather elements.
Protect from possible freezing.
!When moving, do not lift the
washing machine by the knobs
or detergent drawer; during
transport, never rest the
porthole on the trolley. We
recommend two people lift the
washing machine.
!In the event of fault and/or
malfunction, turn off the
washing machine, close the
water faucet and do not tamper
with the appliance.
Immediately contact the
Customer Service Centre and
only use original spare parts.
Failure to observe these
instruction may jeopardise
appliance safety.
Electrical connections and
safety instructions
WARNING:
water may reach very high
temperatures during the
wash cycle.

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2. INSTALLATION
!Unscrew the 2or 4transit
screws (A) on the back and
remove the 2or 4washers (B)
as illustrated in figure 1.
!Close the 2or 4holes using the
plugs included in the instruction
envelope.
!In some models, 1or more
washers will fall inside the machine:
tilt the washing machine forward to
remove them. Close the holes using
the plugs found in the envelope.
Keep the transit screws & parts
for future use in case you move
house.
!Place the polionda sheet on the
bottom as shown in figure 2
(according to the model,
consider version A, Bor C).
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
B
1
3
2
1
3
1
2
A
C
B
2
WARNING:
keep packaging materials
away from children.
In some models this operation
will not be necessary, because
the corrugated plastic sheet
will be already placed on the
bottom of the appliance.

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!Connect the water hose to the water
supply faucet (fig. 3) only using the hose
supplied with the appliance (do not
reuse old hose-sets).
!Some models may include one or more of
the following features:
!HOT&COLD (fig. 4):
water mains connection settings with hot
and cold water for higher energy savings.
Connect the grey hose to the cold water
faucet and the red one to the hot water
faucet. The machine can be connected to
the cold water faucet only: in this case, some
programs may start a few minutes later.
!AQUASTOP (fig. 5):
a device located on the supply hose that
stops water flow if the tube deteriorates;
in this case, a red mark will appear in the
window “A” and the hose must be
replaced. To unscrew the nut, press the
one-way lock device "B".
!AQUAPROTECT – SUPPLY HOSE WITH
GUARD (fig. 6):
Should water leak from the primary
internal hose "A", the transparent
containment sheath "B" will contain water
to permit the washing cycle to complete.
At the end of the cycle, contact the
Customer Service Centre to replace the
supply hose.
!The washing machine should be installed
in its final position such that the water fill
hose is not kinked or trapped. The
corrugated drain hose should be inserted
into a suitable drain pipe that is at a
height between 50 cm and 85 cm above
the floor using the curved drain hose
support. If an under sink connection is
used the drain hose must be routed
above the sink overfill opening to prevent
back siphoning. Care must be taken to
avoid kinking or trapping the drain hose
(fig. 7).
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4
B
A
5
B
A
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min 50 cm
max 85 cm
+2,6 mt
max
max 100 cm
min 4 cm
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Water connections
Setting

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!Level the appliance using the feet as
illustrated in figure 8:
a. turn the nut clockwise to release the
screw;
b. rotate the foot to raise or lower it until it
adheres to the floor;
c. lock the foot, screwing in the nut, until it
adheres to the bottom of the washing
machine.
!Plug in the appliance.
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The detergent draw is split into 3
compartments as illustrated in figure 9:
!compartment "1": for prewash detergent;
!compartment “ ”: for special additives,
softeners, starch fragrances, etc.;
!compartment "2": for washing detergent.
A liquid detergent cup is also included in
SOME MODELS (fig. 10). To use it, place it
in compartment "2". The cup can also be
used for bleach when the “Rinse” program is
selected.
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2
10
1
2
WARNING:
contact the Customer Service Centre
should the power cord need replacement.
Detergent drawer
WARNING:
Some liquid detergents are hard to
dissolve. In this case we recommend
diluting the detergent with warm water.
We recommend you use only 20% of
the recommended detergent quantities
shown on the detergent pack.
WARNING:
installation faults are not covered by
the manufacturers warranty.

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3. PRACTICAL TIPS
WARNING: when sorting laundry,
make sure:
- there are NO foreign objects such as
coins, hair clips, pins, keys etc, etc, from
the wash load. Check all pockets. Serious
damage to the machine can result which
may not be covered by warranty.
- to have buttoned pillow cases, closed
zips, tied loose belts and long robe
ribbons;
- to have removed rollers from curtains;
- to have carefully read clothing washing
labels;
- to have removed any persistent stains
using specific detergents.
!When washing rugs, bedcovers or other
heavy clothing, we recommend you avoid
spinning.
!To wash wool, make sure the item can be
machine washed. Check the fabric label.
A guide to environmentally friendly and
economic use of your appliance.
Maximise The Load Size
!Achieve the best use of energy, water,
detergent and time by using the
recommended maximum load size.
Save up to 50% energy by washing a full
load instead of 2 half loads.
Do you need to pre-wash?
!For heavily soiled laundry only!
SAVE detergent, time, water and
between 5 to 15% energy consumption
by NOT selecting Prewash for slight to
normally soiled laundry.
Is a hot wash required?
!Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak
dried in stains in water before washing to
reduce the necessity of a hot wash
programme.
Save up to 50% energy by using a 60°C
wash programme.
Before using a drying programme
(WASHER-DRYERS)
!SAVE energy and time by selecting a
high spin speed to reduce the water
content in laundry before using a drying
programme.
Following is a quick guide with tips and
recommendations on detergent use at the
various temperatures. In any case, always
read the instructions on the detergent for
correct use and doses.
Load tips
Helpful suggestions for the user
When washing heavily soiled whites,
we recommend using cotton
programs of 60°C or above and a
normal washing powder (heavy duty)
that contains bleaching agents that at
medium/high temperatures provide
excellent results.
For washes between 40°C and 60°C
the type of detergent used needs to be
appropriate for the type of fabric and
level of soiling.
Normal powders are suitable for “white”
or colour fast fabrics with high soiling,
while liquid detergents or “colour
protecting” powders are suitable for
coloured fabrics with light levels of
soiling.
For washing at temperatures below
40°C we recommend the use of liquid
detergents or detergents specifically
labeled as suitable for low temperature
washing.
Please note - dilute viscous liquid
detergent with warm water if necessary.
For washing wool or silk, only use
detergents specifically formulated for
these fabrics.

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4. MAINTENANCE AND
CLEANING
To clean the washing machine exterior, use
a damp cloth, avoiding abrasives, alcohol
and/or solvents. The washing machine does
not require any special care for ordinary
cleaning: clean drawer compartments and
the filter; some tips on how to move the
machine or on long periods of disuse are
provided below.
!We recommend you clean the drawer to
avoid accumulating detergent and
additive residue.
!To do this, extract the drawer using slight
force, clean it with running water and
reinsert it in its housing.
!The washing machine comes with a
special filter able to trap large residue,
such as buttons or coins, which could
clog the drain.
!ONLY AVAILABLE ON CERTAIN MODELS:
pull out the corrugated hose, remove the
stopper and drain the water into a container.
!Before unscrewing the filter, we
recommend you place an absorbent cloth
under it to keep the floor dry.
!Turn the filter counter-clockwise.
!Remove and clean the filter; when
finished, replace it turning it clockwise.
!Repeat the previous steps in reverse
order to reassemble all parts.
!If the washing machine will not be used
for an extended amount of time and will
be store in a cold area ensure all water is
drained from the hoses to prevent
freezing.
!Unplug the washing machine.
!Detach the hose from the strap and lower
it, fully draining water into a bowl.
!Secure the drain hose with the strap
when finished.
Drawer cleaning
Filter cleaning
Suggestions for moves or
prolonged disuse
WARNING:
unplug the machine prior to cleaning.