Hoover SE147 User manual

Washing machine Instructions for use
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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. Please help dispose of
the packaging via environmentally-friendly means.
Your supplier or local council will be able to give you
details of current means of disposal.
Valuable materials can be salvaged from an old appliance via scrap reprocessing.
Note: pull out the mains plug from any old appliance.
Cut the power cable and dispose of it, together with the
plug.
When disposing of an old washing machine, please ensure that the door lock is rendered
inoperable to prevent children shutting themselves in the appliance.
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Contents Page
Introduction 2
General delivery notes 4
Safety notes 4
Quick start 5
Description of controls 6
Programme Table 12
Programme selector 14
Detergent drawer 17
Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use 18
Useful advice for the user 20
The main wash 21
Cleaning and routine maintenance 23
Investigating malfunctions 25
Technical data 27
Setting up + installation 28
BEFORE SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE MAKE SURE
IT IS CORRECTLY INSTALLED AND THAT THE TRANSIT
SCREWS ARE REMOVED AS SHOWN IN PAGE 28.
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General delivery notes
Please check that the following items are delivered with the appliance:
- Instruction manual
- Certificate of guarantee
- Inlet hose
Check that no damage has occurred during transit, and if so, call your nearest Authorised
Technical Support Service agent.
Safety notes.
Note:
for cleaning or maintenance of the washing machine.
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.
E) The use of adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions is not recommended.
Note:
water temperature can reach 90°C during the wash cycle.
F) Check there is no water left in the drum before opening the door.
G) 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 should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
H) Do not pull the power cable or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket.
I) The appliance must not be exposed to weather conditions (rain, direct sun, etc...)
L) When moving the appliance never lift it by the controls or by the detergent drawer.
When in transit never rest the door against the trolley or transport the appliance without
the polystyrene base.
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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.
Consult only the Authorised Technical Support Service for possible repair and ask them to
use original spare parts.
Failure to comply with the above can compromise the safety of the appliance.
O) If the appliance’s power cable should ever need replacing, consult the Authorised
Technical Support Service
Quick start
Washing
- Open the door by using the handle “A” (Fig. 1, page 6)
- Select laundry and put it in the machine
- Close the door
- Put detergent in the compartments as indicated in the programme guide in this instruction
manual
- Select programme
- Wait that a “SPIN” indicator light will go on.
Press additional function buttons (if required)
- Press the “Start/Pause” button (page 7)
- After few seconds the appliance starts working.
After washing
- All the wash stage indicator lights will illuminate.
- Wait for the door lock to be released
(about 2 minutes after the programme has finished).
The “Door Security” indicator light will go out.
- Switch off the washing machine by turning the
selector to “OFF” position.
- Open the door and remove the laundry.
Ensure that the machine is correctly installed in line with the instructions found on page 28.
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Description of controls
Door handle A
"Door Security" indicator light B
"Start/Pause" button C
"Cold wash" button D
"Stain blaster" button E
"Delay Start" button F
"Spin Speed" button G
Spin speed indicator light H
"Wash stage" indicator lights L
Buttons indicator lights M
Programme selector with "OFF" position N
Detergent drawer P
Fig. 1
A
P
N
E
CHG
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FL
B M

Door handle
Press the finger-bar inside the door handle to open the door.
A
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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.
If the door is not closed the indicator will continue to flash.
A special safety device prevents the door from being opened immediately after the end of the cycle.
Wait for 2 minutes after the wash cycle has finished and the “Door Security” light has gone out
before opening the door. At the end of the cycle turn the programme selector to "OFF" .
B
NOTE: When the "Start/Pause" button has been pressed,
the appliance can take few seconds before it starts
working.
START/PAUSE button
After selecting a programme wait that a “Spin” indicator
light is illuminate before pressing the START button.
Press to start the selected cycle (according to the selected cycle one wash stage indicator
lights will illuminate).
Changing the settings after the programmes has started (PAUSE)
The programme may be paused at any time during the wash cycle by holding down the
“START/PAUSE” button for about 4 seconds.
When the machine is in the paused mode, a “wash stage” indicator light and option buttons
will flash.
To restart the programme press the START button once again.
If you wish to add or remove items during washing, wait 2 minutes until the safety device
unlocks the door.
When you have carried out the manoeuvre, close the door, press "Start/Pause" button and
the appliance will continue working where it left off.
CANCELLING THE PROGRAMME
To cancel the programme, set the selector to the OFF position.
Select a different programme.
Re-set the programme selector to the OFF position.
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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.
D
The option buttons should be selected before pressing
the "Start/Pause" button.
STAIN BLASTER Button
By pressing this button, which can only be activated in the Cotton cycles, the sensors in the
new system come into operation. They affect both the selected temperature, keeping it at a
constant level throughout the wash cycle, and the mechanical function of the drum.
The drum is made to turn at two different speeds at crucial moments. When the detergent
enters the garments, the drum rotates in such a way that the detergent is distributed in a
uniform manner; during the wash and rinse procedures, however, the speed increases in
order to maximise the cleaning action. Thanks to this special system, the efficiency of the
wash procedure is improved WITHOUT ANY INCREASE IN THE LENGTH OF THE
PROGRAM.
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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" button (each time the button is pressed the start will be delayed by 3, 6
or 9 hours respectively and the corresponding light will blink).
Press "Start/Pause" to commence the Delay Start operation (the indicator light associated
with the selected Delay Start time stops blinking and remains ON).
At the end of the required time delay the programme will start.
To cancel the Delay Start function :
press the "Delay Start" button until the indicator lights will be off and the programme can be
started manually using the "Start/Pause" button or switch off the appliance by turning the
programme selector to "OFF" position.
F
Warning: If there is any break in the power supply while
the machine is operating, a special memory stores the
selected programme and, when the power is restored, it
continues where it left off.
SPIN SPEED button
According to the selected cycle automatically will shows if the programme’s spin is maximum
(MAX), intermediate (MED) or zero ( ). By pressing this button, it’s possible to reduce or cancel
the spin speed shown.
To reactivate the spin cycle press the button until you reach the spin speed you would like to set.
To prevent damage to the fabrics, it is not possible to increase the speed over that which is
automatically suitable during the selection of the program.
It is possible to modify the spin speed without to pausing the machine.
Note:
The machine is fitted with a special electronic device, which
prevents the spin cycle should the load be unbalanced.
This reduces the noise and vibration in the machine and so
prolongs the life of your machine.
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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.
H
WASH STAGE indicator lights
= main wash
= rinse
= spin
L
Buttons indicator light
These light up when the relevant buttons are pressed.
If an option is selected that is not compatible with the selected programme then the light on
the button first flashes and then goes off.
M

PROGRAMME selector with "OFF" position
ROTATES IN BOTH DIRECTIONS.
WHEN THE PROGRAMME
SELECTOR IS TURNED A SPIN
INDICATOR LIGHTS WILL GO
ON.
N.B. TO SWITCH OFF THE
MACHINE, TURN THE
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.
Switch off the washing machine by turning the selector to "OFF".
Note:
The programme selector must be returned to the "OFF" position
at the end of each cycle or when starting a subsequent wash
cycle prior to the next programme being selected and started.
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TEMP.
°C
90°
60°
40°
30°
50°
40°
30°
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-
40°
30°
40°
30°
60°
40°
30°
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Specials
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TABLE OF PROGRAMMES
Resistant fabrics
Cotton, linen
Cotton, mixed
resistant
Cotton, mixed
Mixed fabrics
and synthetics
Synthetics (nylon,
perlon), mixed cotton
Mixed, delicate
synthetics
Very delicate fabrics
CHARGE DETERGENT
PROGRAMME
SELECTOR
ON:
PROGRAM FOR:
Whites with
Prewash
Fast coloureds
Fast coloureds
Non fast coloureds
Fast coloureds
With prewash
Non fast coloureds
Shirts
Rinse
Fast spin
Drain only
“MACHINE
WASHABLE”
woollens
Hand wash
Resistant fabrics
Mixed fabrics
Resistant fabrics
Resistant or Mixed
fabrics
Resistant or Mixed
fabrics
WEIGHT
MAX
kg*
8
8
8
8
4
4
4
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-
-
2
1,5
8
2,5
3
3,5
2,5
12
7
7
7
7
3,5
3,5
3,5
-
-
-
2
1,5
7
2,5
3
3,5
2,5

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.
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Programme selector
For the various types of fabrics and various degrees of dirt
the washing machine has different programme bands
according to: wash cycle, temperature and lenght of cycle
(see table of washing cycle programmes).
RESISTANTS FABRICS
The programmes have been designed for a maximum wash and the
rinses, with spin intervals, ensure perfect rinsing.
The final spin gives more efficient removal of water.
MIXED AND SYNTHETIC FABRICS
The main wash and the rinse gives best results thanks to the rotation
rhythms of the drum and to the water levels.
A gentle spin will mean that the fabrics become less creased.
SPECIAL “RINSE” PROGRAMME
This programme carries out three rinses with a intermediate spin
(which can be excluded by using the correct button). It can be used for
rinsing any type of fabric, eg. use after hand-washing.
SPECIAL “SPIN” PROGRAMME
Programme “SPIN” carries out a maximum spin (which can be reduced by
using the correct button).
DRAIN ONLY
This programme drains out the water.
CARICO
MAX
kg
5
5
5
5
2
2
TEMP.
°C
Fino a: 90°
Fino a: 60°
Fino a: 40°
Fino a: 40°
Fino a: 50°
Fino a: 40°
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TABELLA PROGRAMMI
PROGRAMMA PER:
Tessuti resistenti
otone, lino, canapa
otone, misti resistenti
Cotone, misti
Tessuti resistenti
suti misti e sintetici
Misti resistenti
Tessuti delicati
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SELEZIONE PUNTATORE
MANOPOLA PROGRAMMI
SU:
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Cotone resistente - 90
Colorato - 60
Delicato - 40
AA 40°C - 40
Sintetici - 50
Acrilici - 40

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WOOLMARK PROGRAMME
A programme dedicated to washing fabrics labelled with the woolmark .
The cycle comprises of alternate periods of activity and pauses. The
programme has a maximum temperature of 40° and concludes with 3
rinses and a short spin.
SPECIAL “HAND WASH”
This washing machine also has a gentle Hand Wash programme cycle.
This programme allows a complete washing cycle for garments specified
as “Hand Wash only” on the fabric care label. The programme has a
temperature of 30°C and concludes with 3 rinses and a slow spin.
AA SPECIAL PROGRAMME AT 40°C
This special programme has been studied to allow you to obtain the best
washing performance, even at full load, as the 60°C Cotton programme
(the normative cycle), but with the advantage of an energy saving due to
40°C temperature, instead of 60°C.
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. This programme washes at a cool 30°C,
rinses and spins slowly for the best care of your heavily soiled, delicate
garments.
“A” WASH 59 '
This specially designed programme maintains the high quality wash
performance identified with the “A”
rating whilst greatly reducing the wash time. The progrramme is designed
for a maximum load of 3 kg with a temperature of 60°C and concludes with
2 rinses and a high speed spin sequence.

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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.
DAILY WASH 30°C – FAST 29’
A complete washing cycle (wash, rinse and spin), able to wash in
approximately 29 minutes:
- a maximum load of 2,5 kg;
- lightly soiled fabrics (cotton and mixed fabrics)
We recommend, with this programme, a 20% detergent loading dose
(compared to the normal one), in order to avoid detergent waste.
Auto half load
The washing machine is fitted with a self adjusting water level system.
This system enables the machine to use the amount of water needed to wash and rinse the
laundry in relation to the particular load.
This results in a reduction of the water and electricity used, without in any way compromising
the washing and rinsing performance.
In fact the amount of water and electricity used will always be appropriate for the clothes load.
The washing machine automatically ensures excellent washing results at minimum cost whilst
respecting the environment .

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.
NOTE:
Some Detergents are Difficult to
utilise. Ensure to use an in drum
dispenser if recommended by
the detergent Manufacturer.
Note: only put liquid products in the compartment
labelled “ ”. The machine is programmed to
automatically take up additives during the final rinse
stage for all wash cycles.
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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.
These detergents are not suitable for washing stained laundry, as they do not contain
bleach.
-Biological detergents, not all the products available give a really thorough wash.
Additional laundry aids
-Water softener, means less detergent can be used where water hardness is classed as
hard to very hard.
-Prewash substances, for the programmed treatment of stains prior to the main wash.
Using them means the subsequent wash can be at a low temperature or with bleach-free
detergents.
-Fabric softener, prevents static build-up in synthetic fabrics and softens fabrics.
If you own a tumble dryer, clothes are softened even without the use of a fabric softener.
Do not put solvents in the washing machine!
Keep detergents and other laundry products out of children’s reach.
Before pouring in the detergent check that there are no foreign bodies in the detergent
drawer.
Dosage details are usually shown on the detergent packaging. Follow those instructions.
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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.
The amount of detergent to use depends on:
- water hardness: depending on the hardness of the water and the type of detergent used, it
is possible to reduce the amount of detergent.
- the degree of soiling: it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent used depending on
the degree of soiling.
- amount of laundry: it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent when washing only a
small amount of laundry.
Dosage for powder detergent
For normal and low concentration detergents: for normally soiled laundry choose a
programme without prewash.
Put the detergent in compartment “2” of the drawer.
For heavily soiled laundry, choose a programme with prewash.
Put 1/4 of the detergent in compartment “1”, 3/4 in compartment “2” of the drawer.
When using water softeners, first put in the detergent, then add the softener to compartment “2”.
For highly concentrated detergents not in single dose format, follow what is shown on pack
exactly as regards type and amount of dosage.
To avoid the difficulty of checking if the detergent has been taken up, use the dosage aids
provided in the detergent packaging.
Liquid detergent dosage
Liquid detergents may be used in accordance with the instructions on the relevant
packaging, for all programmes without prewash, by using the special container which is
placed in the drum or, for those models that have it, in the special insert for liquid detergents.
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Useful advice for users
Tips on using your domestic appliance in the most environmentally-friendly and economical
way
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.
Up to 50% energy saving can be made with one full load compared to two half load washes
When is prewashing really needed?
Only with particularly dirty loads!
Energy savings of 5 to 15% are made by not selecting the prewash option for normal soiled
laundry.
Which wash temperature should you choose?
Using stain removers before machine washing reduces the need to wash at temperatures
over 60°C.
Energy savings of up to 50% can be made by using a 60°C wash temperature rather than
90°C
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