Hoover HSW150M - Manual

– Select the drying time via the drying time dial until the required time alignswith the indicator on the dial. – Switch on the machine by pressing the ON/OFF button. If the drying time is selected before the wash cycle is completed the machine willautomatically commence the drying programme. 6 Afte...

Remove the machine from the packaging – close to where it will finally bepositioned remembering the plug must be easily accessible after installation – andproceed as follows: On the back of the machine 1) Remove the central screw A and side screws B and pull out the transit bracket C alongwith the r...

Note: we recommend you keep the transit bracket andscrews to protect the machine for future transit.The Manufacturers will not be responsible for anydamage to the machine caused by not following theinstructions relating to releasing the transit protection.The user is responsible for all installation...

Water supply requirements Connect the machine to the drainage system used by household sinks. 9 THIS MACHINE MUST BE CONNECTED INACCORDANCE WITH THE WATER SUPPLYREGULATIONS. WATER BYELAWS PROHIBITCONNECTION TO A SURFACE WATER DRAIN. No other appliance should be plumbed into the standpipe. There are ...

Testing the installation Refer to the programme guide for details of how to select programmes. 1. Turn on the water supply and check for leaks from fill hoses. 2. Switch on the electricity supply. 3. Select a spin programme and then press the on/off button to start the machine.Allow the programme to...

11 Electricity supply and safety advice Washing machines are supplied to operate at a voltage of 240V, 50 Hz single-phase. Check that the conductor is powerful enough to supply at least 3.0 kW,then connect the plug to a 13A earthed socket. Electricity can be extremely dangerous. This washing machine...

12 Useful washing advice Tips on using your appliance in the most environmentally-friendly and economicalway Loading your washing machine To make further reductions of energy, water and detergent consumption, werecommend that you put a full load into your machine. Energy savings of up to50% can be a...

Description of Controls All the controls on your product’s control panel are listed as follows. The buttonoptions are selected when the buttons are pressed in. Carefully read the relevantdescriptions detailed below: On/Off After selecting the programme press the on/off button to start the machine. A...

14 Note: this model is fitted with an electronic “sensor”device that checks the load is balanced correctly. If theload is slightly unbalanced the machine will re-balanceit automatically to then carry out the normal spin.If, after several attempts, balance is not restored areduced spin speed will be ...

Special detergents – Detergents for coloureds and delicates, without added bleach, also often without any optical brightening agents, to preserve the colour. – Detergents for a thorough wash, without added bleach or enzymes, particularly suitable for handling woollen fibres. – Detergents for curtain...

The amount of detergent to use depends on: - water hardness, depending on the hardness of the water and the type ofdetergent used, it is possible to reduce the amount of detergent. The softer thewater supply, the less detergent is required. - the degree of soiling, it is possible to reduce the amoun...

18 Programme selector The washing machine has different programme groups according to type of wash,temperature, spin speeds and duration for handling the various types of fabric andtheir level of soiling (see wash programme guide). 1. COTTONS The programmes are designed for maximum washing and rinsi...

Main wash Auto half load The washing machine is fitted with a self adjusting water level system. This systemenables the machine to use the optimum amount of water needed to wash and rinsethe laundry in relation to the particular load. This results in a reduction of the waterand electricity used with...

Note: when sorting laundry – check there are no metal objects in the laundry (such aspaper clips, safety pins, pins,coins etc...); In the event of amachine failure during thewarranty period and foreignobjects are found to be thecause of the failure a labourcharge may be made for thecall out of an en...

Putting detergent in machine D) Open the drawer, choose the detergent and put in the correctamount, according to themanufacturer’s instructions and thedetergent advice.Add any other laundry aids (see page16). Close the drawer again.Liquid detergents that are to be placeddirectly into the drum should...

23 Programme guide PROGRAMME FABRIC TYPE PROGRAMME FOR MAX MAX DETERGENT LOAD WATER TEMP °C I II Whites Colourfast fabrics Intensive – heavily 5 90° * * 1 Normal Cotton, linen, hemp soiled Coloureds Cotton, colourfast Normal soiling 5 60° * * 2 Fast mixed fibres Coloureds Cotton, mixed fabrics Norma...

24 Points to consider: When washing heavily soiled laundry it is recommended the load is reduced byabout 1-1.5 kg. By doing so the laundry is allowed to circulate more freely. Energy label data based on programme 2 tested in accordance with EN60456. Technical data • Max. load of dry laundry 5kg • Wa...

Cleaning and routine maintenance Do not use alcohol-based scourers and /or thinners on the outside of yourwashing machine, just a wipe with a damp cloth will suffice. The washingmachine needs very little maintenance:– Cleaning the drawer compartments. – Cleaning the filter. – Cleaning the door glass...

Transporting or storing theappliance for long periods whenappliance is not in use If the appliance is being transported or is out ofuse for long periods in unheated places, allremaining water must be completely removedfrom all hoses.Ensure mains power plug is disconnected, thenunclip the discharge h...

Trouble shooting What might be the cause of...Defects you can remedy yourself Before calling GIAS Service for technical advice please run through the followingchecklist. A charge will be made if the machine is found to be working or has beeninstalled incorrectly or used incorrectly. If the problem p...

Power failure If there is a power failure the wash cycle will be interrupted, the wash programmeand functions will be suspended.When the power is restored, the wash programme and functions will re-start fromthe same point and complete the programme.The load can be removed from the machine during a p...

Customer Service The appliance is covered by a certificate of guarantee which allows you free useof the Hoover Technical Support Service (termed GIAS tel: 08705 400 600),except for the price of the call, for a period of one year from the date of purchase.Remember to send off the guarantee certificat...

For service and repairs please call our national number: Hoover Technical – Tel:08705 400 600Support Service [ Eire 018301 666 ] Always use genuine Hoover spares, available direct from GIAS Service: Hoover Spares Service Tel : 01204 556111 Hoovercare To maintain your Hoover product in peak condition...