Russell Hobbs RH1042 User manual

Model number:
RH1042 (B)
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IMPORTANT:
Washing Machine
Instruction Manual
Before using your appliance, please read this
manual carefully and keep it for future reference.

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Contents
Safety Instructions……………………………………………………
3 - 4
Product Fiche ……………………………………………………
5
Savings & Efficiency Information ……………………………………………………
6
Before using the Appliance ……………………………………………………
7 – 8
Installation ……………………………………………………
9 – 13
Control panel ……………………………………………………
14
How to Use
Program Table
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15 - 21
21
First Wash ……………………………………………………
22
Trouble Shooting ……………………………………………………
23 - 25
Error Codes ……………………………………………………
25 - 26
Maintenance
Stain Removal Information
Specification
Connection to the Mains Supply
Warranty
Notes
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27 - 31
32 - 34
35
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38 - 39

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Safety Instructions
Important note:
Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance. The
manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage as
described in this booklet.
•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance.
•Do not use an extension lead for this appliance. Only plug directly into a wall
socket.
•Do not plug in damaged plug sockets.
•In case the power cable becomes damaged, contact Customer Services on
0345 208 8750 for advice.
•Never pull the cable when unplugging – always grip the plug itself.
•Do not plug-in or pull-out the plug from the receptacle with wet hands
to prevent electric shock.
•Never touch the machine with wet hands or feet.
•Never open the detergent drawer when the appliance is running.
•Never force the door to open when the washing machine is running.
•Do not touch discharging hose and water during discharging as the appliance
may reach high temperatures when running.
•In case of any breakdown, unplug the appliance first and then turn the tap
off. Do not attempt to repair by yourself, always contact Customer Services
on 0345 208 8750 for advice.
•Remember that packaging materials of your machine may be dangerous for
children.
•Keep the packaging materials in a place where children cannot reach or dispose
of them appropriately.
•Do not allow your children to play with the washing machine as it is an
electrically driven appliance.
•Keep your pets away from your machine.

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Safety Instructions
•Your appliance should only be used by adults in line with the information
provided in this user’s manual.
•Your machine is designed to be used domestically. Commercial use will
cause your warranty to be cancelled.
•Anyone’s intervention to your machine except for a qualified engineer, in
anyway will cause your warranty to be invalid.
•Ideal operating temperature of your machine is 15-25˚C.
•Do not place your machine on carpet as this will block ventilation of the base.
•Do not keep inflammable liquids near your machine.
•You should remove the transport bolts of your machine before the first
usage. Faults occurring in machines operated with transport bolts fitted are
not covered by the warranty.
•Do not put the discharging hose of your machine in a bucket or sink.
•Your machine is not covered under warranty for faults caused by any kind of
external factors (pesticides, fire, etc.).
To avoid fire, electrical shock and other accidents, please remember the
following:
To ensure your safety, an earthed power supply should be used.
•Only the voltage indicated in power label can be used. If you are not clear
of the voltage at home, please contact your electricity supplier.

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Product Fiche
Brand: Russell Hobbs
Model: RH1042 (B)
Rated capacity: 5.0kg
Energy efficiency class: A+
Washing performance class: A (A: Higher G: Lower)
Rated capacity (Cotton 60° full load) (kg) 5,0
Energy efficiency class A+
Energy consumption (kWh/annum)* 167
Water consumption (L/annum)** 9240
Spin-drying efficiency class C
Noise (Washing) (dB(A)) 58
Noise (Spinning) (dB(A)) 77
Max spin speed (rpm)*** 1000
Remaining moisture content (%)*** 62
Energy consumption (cotton 60° full load)(kWh/cycle) 0,85
Energy consumption (cotton 60° partial load)(kWh/cycle) 0,66
Energy consumption (cotton 40° partial load)(kWh/cycle) 0,52
Water consumption (Cotton 60° full load)(L/cycle) 43
Water consumption (Cotton 60° partial load)(L/cycle) 41
Water consumption (Cotton 40° partial load)(L/cycle) 41
Power consumption (off-mode)(W) 1,00
Power consumption (left-on mode)(W) 2,00
Program duration (min) (cotton 60° full load) 190
Program duration (min) (cotton 60° partial load) 145
Program duration (min) (cotton 40° partial load) 140
Note:
•Programme number 3 (Standard 60 ° C cotton programme) and programme number 4 (standard
40 ° C cotton programme) are the standard washing programmes to which the information on the
label and the fiche relates, that these programmes are suitable to clean normally soiled cotton
laundry and that they are the most efficient programmes in terms of combined energy and water
consumptions.
•The actual water temperature may differ from the declared cycle temperature.
•Based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60°C and 40°C at full load and
partial load, and the consumption of the low-power modes. Actual energy consumption will
depend on how the appliance is used.
•Based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60°C and 40°C at full load and
partial load. Actual water consumption will depend on how the appliance is used.
•Based on test results of standard 60 ° C cotton programme at full load and partial load, and
standard 40 ° C cotton programme at partial load.
•Program duration, energy consumption and water consumption values may vary according to
wash load weight and type, selected extra functions, tap water and ambient temperature.

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Savings & Efficiency Information
Some important information to get more efficiency out of your appliance:
•The amount of laundry you put in your washing machine should not exceed
the maximum amount indicated in the programme table. By avoiding
overloading, your machine should run more efficiently.
•Not using the pre-wash feature for normal and lightly soiled laundry should
save electricity and water.
Describing Energy label and Saving energy
•Energy and water consumption may vary based on water pressure, water
hardness, water temperature, ambient temperature, laundry amount,
additional function selection, voltage fluctuations.
•It will reduce energy and water consumption when used with the laundry
capacity proposed for the selected programme.
•Wash your less dirty or daily laundries in short programmes.
•Carry out cleaning and maintenance periodically, use your machine in
convenient time intervals specified by electricity vendor.
Care label

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•Transportation screws which are located at the back of the machine,
must be removed before using or running the machine. You will void the
manufacturer’s guarantee if these are not removed before using or
running the machine
•Before installation, check that all parts listed below are present. If
any parts are missing, please contact the product care service
team on 0345 208 8750.
Before using your Appliance
Note
The drawings in the book may vary from your washer model. They are
designed to show the different features of all models covered by this
book. Your model may not include all features.
The Front of the machine
Detergent draw
Control buttons
Control Knob
Door
Pump filter
Liquid detergent apparatus

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Before using your Appliance
Water inlet valve
Transport bolts
Remove all transit bolts
before installation
Outlet hose
Power cable
The Back of the machine

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Installation
Before operating the washing machine, remove the 4 transportation screws
and rubber spacers from the back of the machine. If the screws are not
removed, it may cause heavy vibration, noise and product malfunction
(voiding the guarantee).
Unscrew the 4 screws with a wrench, spanner or cross-tip screwdriver.
Keep the four screws as they will need to be re-used if the machine has to
be transported.
Close the holes with the cap holders supplied.

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Installation
Feet adjustment
•Adjust the level of washing machine by the adjustable feet. Please check if there is a
gap between the four adjustable feet and the floor. If there is then adjust the level of
the washing machine by turning the adjustable feet. Make sure that the machine does
not sway and that it is completely level. After the adjustment is finished, turn the fixing
nuts up tightly, so that the adjustment that has been made is fixed.
NOTE
The machine should not sway and all the adjustable feet should touch the floor.
Location of the Washing Machine
•Check location where the appliance will be installed. Make sure you have everything
necessary for correct installation.
•Do not place or store your appliance below 0°C (32°F) to avoid any damage from freezing.
•Do not place or store laundry products on top of the appliance at any times.
•Install the appliance on a horizontal solid, flat, non-slippery and tough floor. Do not
install onto a carpet.
•If the appliance is installed on an unsuitable floor, it could make considerable noise,
vibrate severely and cause a malfunction. If the appliance is not level, adjust the feet up
or down for horizontal installation.
•Never put cardboard, wood or other materials under your machine to try and stabilise
the unit.
•Ventilation openings must not be obstructed.
•Leave a space (right & left : 2cm, rear : 10cm).
•In case of built-in installation, the distance
between top of the washer and bottom of
upper plate should be at least 3mm.

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Installation
Water drainage
•The water outlet hose should be mounted at a height of minimum 60 cm,
maximum 80 cm from the ground.
•The end of the water outlet hose can be fitted directly to the drainage
hole on the back side of the washer.
•When installing the outlet hose, secure it with a string or tie extensions
(not included).
•Never attempt to extend the water outlet hose by adding extra parts.
•If the outlet hose is too long, do not force it back into the washer.
This will cause abnormal noise and damage to the product.
•Diagram below illustrates installation depending on water supply and waste
outlet.
10cm
Do not insert drain hose more
than10cm (100mm) down the
waste outlet pipe.

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Installation
Water
•The appliance should be connected to the cold water mains using new
hose sets. Old hose sets should not be reused. In using only one water
tap or in case of only one water inlet valve, connect the inlet hose to the
cold water inlet valve.
Water inlet hose connection
•Be careful not to confuse hot water inlet and cold water inlet.
•Your machine has a single water (cold) inlet.
•To prevent leakages on the connection joints, 1 seal is included in the hose
packing.
•After all connections are completed, check for leakages around the
connection joints by turning on your tap completely and seeing if any
water escapes.
•Be sure that the water inlet hoses are not folded, twisted, crushed or
elongated by stretching.
Electrical connection
•Your washing machine is set to 220-240V and 50Hz.
•The mains cord of your washing machine is equipped with a specific
earthed plug. This plug should always be inserted to a earthed socket of 13
amps. The current value of the fuse should be 13 amps.
•We do not take responsibility for any damage that occurs due to non
earthed usage.
•Operating your appliance under low voltage will cause the life cycle of
your appliance to be reduced and its performance to be restricted.

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Installation
Ordinary tap (not included)
Screw-shaped tap (not included)

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Control Panel
1 32 4 5 6 7
Programme
1. Cotton 90 C
2. Cotton 60 C With prewash
3. Cotton 60  C
4. Cotton 40  C
5. Eco wash
6. Quick wash
7. Cotton cold
8. Synthetic 60  C
9. Synthetic 40  C
10. Synthetic Cold
11. Delicate 30  C
12. Wool 30  C
Rinse
Spin
Drain
0 Off
1 Drawer
2 Programme Knob
3 Programme ready light
4 Programme end light
5 Cold wash
6 No spin
7 Start/Pause cycle
60  C
40  C
End
Ready

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How to Use
To obtain the best washing results, you must operate your appliance
properly. This section gives you this important information.
Preparing clothes for washing
•Close zippers, snaps, and hooks to avoid snagging on other items.
Remove pin, buckles, and other hard objects to avoid scratching the
washer interior.
•Empty pockets and pull them inside out.
•Turn down cuffs and turn synthetic knits inside out to avoid pilling.
•Reverse textiles such as pants, knitwear, t-shirt and sweat suits.
•Tie strings and sashes to avoid tangling.
•Treat spots and stains. (See ‘Removing stains’ section pg32- pg34).
•Follow the washing instructions supplied on the clothing.
Important note:
Faults that emerge due to the penetration of foreign objects will void the
manufacturer’s guarantee.
•Separate heavily soiled items from lightly soiled ones, even if they would
normally be washed together.
•Separate dark colours from light colours, colourfast items from non-
colourfast items.
•Wash lint producers and lint collectors separately.

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Child Lock
Child lock is used in order to protect the washing cycle from the effects of unwanted button
activations during the cycle. The Child lock is activated by pressing the first and third button
on the control panel at the same for more than 3 seconds. When child lock is activated
LEDs on the cold wash and no spin buttons will blink to indicate that Child Lock is active. In
order to De-activate Child Lock, the same buttons (1st and 3rd) should be pressed again for
more than 3 seconds. Deactivation of Child Lock is shown by blinking of the LED on the cold
wash and no spin buttonsbutton. Whilst the child lock is active all operations become inactive
except for the dial number ‘’0’’ which stops the cycle however, if the dial is returned to the
current setting number and started the programme will continue as normal.
Running the machine
Program selection and features
Select an appropriate programme for your clothing by turning the main knob.
Start/Pause
By pressing this button, you can start the programme you have selected or pause a running
programme.
Starting the programme
•Adjust the programme knob to the programme you desire.
•The programme ready light will be on.
•If you want, you can select one or more additional functions.
•Run the programme which you have selected by pressing the Start/Pause button.
Changing the programme
If you have selected a programme and you want to continue with another:
•Press the Start/Pause button.
•Bring the program knob to the O (off) position.
•Adjust the programme knob to the programme you desire.
•The programme ready light will be on.
•By pressing the Start/Pause button, run the programme which you have selected.
Cancellation of the Programme
To end a programme early:
•Press the Start/Pause button.
•Turn the programme knob to O (off) position.
•Turn the programme knob to “Draining” or “Spinning” programme.
•The programme ready light will be on.
•Run the programme you have selected by pressing the start/pause button.
End of programme
Your machine will automatically stop when the programme you have selected ends.
•The programme end light will be on.
How to Use

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How to Use
Detergent drawer general view
Your appliance is designed to use both powder and
liquid detergent.
When using liquid detergent, use the liquid detergent
apparatus supplied with the appliance.
You can use liquid detergent for all programs without
pre-wash.
For this, inserted the liquid detergent apparatus into the
slots located in the main detergent compartment.
Add the correct amount of liquid detergent as directed
by the detergent manufacturers.
Do not exceed the 200 level mark as indicated on the
apparatus.
Remove the liquid detergent apparatus if reverting back
to powder detergent.
Main wash detergent compartment: In this
compartment, use only substances like detergent
(liquid or powder) or anti-lime. You can find
the liquid detergent apparatus for your
liquid detergent inside your machine.
Liquid detergent
apparatus
Slots for liquid
detergent apparatus.
Softener, starching compartment:
In this compartment, substances like softener for
your laundry can be used, it is advised that you
use amounts as directed on the softener label. If
the softener is of a thick constituency, dilute with
a small amount of water. (If the softener is to thick
it will struggle to siphon on the rinsing cycle)
Pre-Wash detergent compartment: This
compartment should only be used when the
pre-wash feature is selected. It is recommended
that the pre-wash feature is used only for very
dirty laundry.

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How to Use
Choice of detergent and placing into the machine
The amount of detergent you will put in your machine will depend on the
following criteria:
•The amount of detergent needed is based on how dirty the laundry is.
•Do not prewash your less stained laundries and put the correct amount of
detergent compartment of the detergent drawer.
•The Pre-wash feature might be used for your very dirty laundry. If you are
going to do a pre-wash, place 1/4 of the detergent you would normally put in
the detergent compartment into the pre-wash compartment numbered 1,
and put the remaining 3/4 to the detergent compartment numbered 2.
•Use detergents produced for automatic washing machines in your
machine. Adhere to the advice of detergent manufacturers while
determining the amount of detergent you should use with your laundry.
•The higher the degree of hardness of the water the more detergent you will
need to use.
•Put the softener in the softener compartment in the detergent drawer. Do
not exceed the 200 mark level. Otherwise, softener will flow into washing
water through flushing.
•Softeners with high density are required to be thinned out to a degree before
being put in the drawer. High density softener will clog the flush and block
the flow of the softener.
•When using liquid detergent, use the liquid detergent apparatus supplied with the
appliance.
•You can use liquid detergent for all programs without pre-wash.
•For this, inserted the liquid detergent apparatus into the groves located in the
main detergent compartment.
•Add the correct amount of liquid detergent as directed by the detergent
manufacturers.
•Do not exceed the 200mm level mark as indicated on the apparatus.
•Remove the liquid detergent apparatus if reverting back to powder detergent, see
page 17.

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How to Use
Loading clothes for washing
•Drop items into the appliance loosely. Items should move easily through
wash water for the best cleaning and wrinkle-free results.
•Load appliance properly.
•You should not load your appliance with an amount of laundry that will
exceed the maximum laundry amount specified for this appliance.
Overloading and selecting a inappropriate program for the wash load can:
•Cause poor cleaning, Increase wrinkling, Create excessive lint
•Wear out items faster (because of pilling).
Mix large and small items in each load. Load evenly to maintain washer
balance. An unbalanced load can make the appliance vibrate and
prolong program times during spin.
•Ensure that no laundry is caught between the cover and below the seal
when closing the door of your appliance.
•When closing the door, push the door of your appliance until you hear the
locking sound – this indicates the door is fully closed.
•In case of any malfunction, unplug the machine and close the tap first. Do
not attempt to repair by yourself and contact Customer services on
0345 208 8750.
•Never open the detergent compartment when the appliance is running.
•Never force the door open when the machine is running.
•Please adhere to the manufacturers’ advice regarding the use of fabric
conditioner or similar products you will use in your machine.

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How to Use
Placing laundry into the machine
Open the loading door
of your appliance.
Check inside the drum of your machine. There
might be laundry left inside from previous
washes. If there is, empty your machine before
selecting your program.
Place your laundry into the machine by
spreading them well. Fold objects like quilts
and blankets that you will load into the machine
as shown below.
NB: Do not exceed the maximum laundry
weight of 5kg.
•Appliance specifications may vary depending on the product purchased.