Russell Hobbs RH1042 User manual

Instruction Manual
Washing Machine
Model number: RH1042
Please read these instructions carefully and keep them for
future reference.
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Saturday: 9am –1pm

Contents
Before Use................................................................................................................. 3
Safety Warnings...................................................................................................... 3
Recommendations.................................................................................................. 4
Installation................................................................................................................. 4
Removing transportation screws............................................................................. 5
Leveling the machine.............................................................................................. 6
Electrical connection............................................................................................... 6
Water inlet connection............................................................................................. 6
Water discharge connection.................................................................................... 7
Technical specifications.......................................................................................... 8
Preparing your laundry............................................................................................ 8
Using your machine ............................................................................................... 10
Detergent.............................................................................................................. 10
Control Panel.......................................................................................................... 11
Detergent Drawer.................................................................................................. 11
Selecting a Programme......................................................................................... 12
Additional Functions.............................................................................................. 12
Using your machine ............................................................................................... 13
Before Use............................................................................................................ 13
First Wash............................................................................................................. 13
Selecting a Programme......................................................................................... 13
Additional Functions.............................................................................................. 13
Child Lock............................................................................................................. 15
Running the machine............................................................................................. 15
Program selection and features............................................................................ 15
Start/Pause........................................................................................................... 15
Starting the programme ........................................................................................ 15
Changing the programme ..................................................................................... 15
Cancellation of the Programme............................................................................. 15
End of programme ................................................................................................ 15
Maintenance and Cleaning .................................................................................... 16
Water Inlet Filters.................................................................................................. 16
Cleaning the pump................................................................................................ 16
Cleaning the detergent drawer.............................................................................. 18
Cleaning your machine.......................................................................................... 18
Drawer filter........................................................................................................... 18
Body...................................................................................................................... 19
Drum..................................................................................................................... 19
Trouble Shooting.................................................................................................... 19
Energy Efficiency ................................................................................................... 21

Before Use
Safety Warnings
You should remove the transportation bolts from your machine before the first
usage. Faults occurring in machines operated with transportation bolts fitted are
not covered by the warranty.
Do not use an extension lead for this appliance. Only plug directly into a wall
socket.
Do not plug into any damaged plug sockets
In case the power cable becomes damaged, contact 0845 208 8750 for advice
and do not use the machine.
Never pull the cable when unplugging –always grip the plug itself.
Do not plug in, or remove the plug with wet hands.
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 the discharging hose or water from the discharging hose.
In case of any breakdown, unplug the appliance first and then turn the tap off. Do
not attempt to repair by yourself, always contact 0845 2088750 for advice.
Remember that the packaging materials from your machine may be dangerous for
children. Keep the packaging materials in a place where children cannot reach
them. Dispose of the packaging materials appropriately.
Do not allow any children to play with the washing machine.
Keep any pets away from the washing machine.
Your washing machine should only be used by adults following the information
provided in this instruction manual.
Your machine is designed to be used domestically. Commercial use will invalidate
the warranty.
Repair or any modification to the machine, other than by an approved technician
will invalidate the warranty.
The ideal operating temperature of your machine is 15-25˚C.
Do not place your machine on carpet as this will block ventilation in to the base.
Do not keep inflammable liquids near your machine.
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.).
The appliance is not intended for use by people (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.
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Recommendations
Ensure you run the machine empty on a full cycle at 90°C with detergent
before using the machine properly for the first time.
Put detergent into the drawer at the beginning of each wash.
It is recommended that you wash only extremely dirty laundry in prewashing
programme.
The amount of laundry you put in your washing machine should not exceed 6kg.
If your machine is not going to be used for a long time you should unplug the
appliance, turn off the water inlet and leave the door slightly open. This is so that
the inside of your machine will remain dry and will not cause an unpleasant smell
of damp.
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Installation
Removing transportation bolts
Transportation bolts, which are located at the back of the machine, must be removed
before using or running the machine.
Loosen the bolts by rotating counterclockwise with a suitable spanner.
Pull out the screws together with the coloured plastic spacer, (the bolts that have
been removed from the machine should be kept in case the machine needs to be
used in future).
To seal the holes insert the supplied plastic caps.
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Leveling the machine
Your machine should be installed on a hard surface –do not install onto a carpet.
For your machine to work quietly and without any vibration, it should it be settled
on a flat, non-slippery and tough ground.
Loosen the plastic adjustment nut.
Adjust the feet upward and downward by rotating them clockwise and anti
clockwise.
When the correct balance has been achieved, tighten the plastic adjustment nut
again by rotating it clockwise.
Never put cardboard, wood or other materials under your machine to try and
stabilise the unit.
Electrical connection
Your washing machine is set to 220-240V and 50Hz.
The mains cord of your washing machine is equipped with a specific grounded
plug. This plug should always be inserted to a grounded socket of 13 amps. The
current value of the fuse should be 10 amps. If you don’t have a suitable plug
socket, please contact 0845 208 8750.
We do not take responsibility for any damage that occurs due to
ungrounded usage.
Operating your machine under low voltage will cause the life cycle of your
machine to be reduced and its performance to be restricted.
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Water inlet connection
Only a qualified engineer should install this machine
Your machine has a single water (cold) inlet.
To prevent leakages on the connection joints, 1 seal is included in the hose
packing, (Fit this seal on the end of the water inlet hose at the tap side.)
Connect the bracketed end of the water inlet hose to the water inlet valve at the
rear of the machine and the other end to your tap.
Water pressure of 0,1-1 MPa from your tap will enable your machine to work more
efficiently, (0,1 MPa pressure means water flow of more than 8 litres in 1 minute
from a fully opened tap).
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 water inlet hose is not folded, broken or crushed.
Mount the water inlet hose to a 3”/4 geared water tap.
Water discharge connection
Ensure that the water inlet hoses are not folded, twisted, crushed or elongated by
stretching.
The water drain hose should be mounted at a height of minimum 60 cm,
maximum 100 cm from the ground.
The end of the water drain hose can be fitted directly to the drainage hole.
Never attempt to extend the water drain hose by adding extra parts.
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Technical specifications
Operating voltage /
frequency (V/Hz)
(220-240) V ~/50Hz
Total current (A)
10
Water pressure (Mpa)
Maximum: 1 Mpa
Minimum: 0.1 MPa
Total power (W)
2100
Maximum dry laundry
capacity (kg)
5
Spin Speed (rev / min)
1000
Programme number
12
Dimensions
(Height x Width x Depth)
(mm)
845 x 597 x 527
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Preparing your laundry
Separate your clothes according to their type (cotton, synthetic, sensitive, woolen,
etc), washing temperature, dirtiness and colour.
Never wash your white and coloured clothes together.
Since your new coloured clothes may shed dye on the first wash, wash them
separately.
Be careful that no metal pieces are found on or in the pockets of your clothes -
remove if anyhting is found.
Zip and button up your clothes.
Remove the plastic or metal hooks and laces of curtains or place them inside a
washing bag and tie.
WARNING: Faults that emerge due to the penetration of foreign objects into
your machine are not included within the warranty.
Reverse textiles such as trousers, knitwear, t-shirt and sweat suit.
Wash socks, handkerchief and suchlike small laundry items in a washing net.
Normal washing
Maximum
washing
temperature is
90°C
Maximum
washing
temperature is
60°C
Maximum
washing
temperature is
30 °C
Hand washing
No washing
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Using your machine
Open the door of your machine.
Place your laundry in your machine.
Note: Maximum loading capacity may vary based on the laundry type you
wash, degree of contamination and the programme you have chosen. Do
not exceed maximum dry loading capacity indicated in the programme table
for washing programmes.
You can take the following table of weights as an indication.
Place each piece of laundry into the machine individually.
Ensure that no laundry is caught between the cover and below the seal when
closing the door of your machine.
When closing the door, push the door of your machine until you hear the locking
sound –this indicates the door is fully closed.
Close the door of your machine properly; otherwise your machine will not start the
washing operation.
Detergent
The amount of detergent needed per cycle will depend on the following criteria:
Refer to detergent manufacturers guidlines to determing how much detergent is
needed. Do not prewash your less stained laundry items and only put a slight
amount of detergent in the 2nd compartment of the detergent drawer.
For very dirty and stained laundry items, select a programme including
prewashing, and put ¼ of the normal amount of detergent in the 1st compartment
of the detergent drawer then put the remaining ¾ of it into the 2nd compartment.
Use detergents produced for automatic washing machines in your machine. The
amount of detergent you should use for your laundry is printed on the detergent
package.
The amount of the detergent you will use will increase as the amount of laundry
increases.
Put the softener in the softener compartment in the detergent drawer. Do not
exceed the MAX level. Otherwise, softener will flow into the washing water when
flushing through.
Softeners with a high density should be thinned with water before being put in the
drawer. This is because high-density softener may block the pipes.
LAUNDRY TYPE
WEIGHT (Kg)
Towel
0.2
Linen
0.5
Bathrobe
1.2
Quilt cover
0.7
Pillow slip
0.2
Underwear
0.1
Tablecloth
0.25
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