Washing machines are a must-have for every urban or suburban home. They are so different: automatic or semi-automatic, with or without dryer, small or large, white or gray, etc.
Their operation is so simple that even a child can wash laundry. However, each model is supplied with a pretty impressive instruction manual in addition to the warranty card. Why?
Instructions for use of the washing machine
The manual is an important document that tells about the features of the purchased model.
The manual describes the installation of the machine in the apartment, operation, maintenance, problems and other things.
From all this abundance of information, it is necessary to highlight the important aspects that will help extend the life of the machine and will not cause any trouble to its owner.
Installation and connection
In any instructions for the use of a washing machine bosh, for example, or veco, it does not matter, this is the very first point.
It is not insignificant, as the correct installation depends on the serviceability of the equipment.
In the complete set to the machine necessarily include:
- hoses,
- wrench,
- fasteners,
- transport screws.
After unpacking the purchase, the first thing to do is to remove the bolts fixing the drum to avoid damage during transportation.
Next, you should find the section "Installation" in the instructions for use and read it.
Most machine models are designed to work with a three-wire grounded socket, so you should take this into account if possible, as the instructions for using the zanussi washing machine and other models show.
The choice of place for the machine is important and should be taken into account that:
The floor should not be inclined by more than 1 degree.- The machine is advisable to stand no further than 1.5 meters from the socket.
- Simultaneous connection of several devices in the socket during the washing machine is not recommended.
- The distance between the wall and the machine should be at least 10 cm, and on the sides of about 2 cm.
- If the floor is uneven, this can be eliminated with the help of twist-off feet.
If these numbers increase, care should be taken to use a special device to reduce the pressure.
The water intake hose should be equipped with gaskets and a filter. And the drain hose can be connected to the central drainage pipe, or you can lead to the bathroom or sink.
If you install a new machine in place of the old one, then the work is simplified. It is enough to screw the fill and drain hoses to the old place.
Control Panel
Each machine is individual and about its features tells the accompanying manual. But every model always has a main button - the power button. Some models are equipped with a "Start/Pause" button, which allows you to pause the washing cycle at any time without disrupting the program.
To change the washing temperature, just press the appropriate button or twist the knob.
Often manufacturers add additional functions to the basic functions of the machine, for example:
- drum cleaning,
- selection of spin level,
- crease-free mode,
- prewash,
- intensive rinse.
And, of course, there is no choice without the choice of automatic programs. Usually their number varies from 5 to 20 - for cotton, synthetics, wool, delicate washing, hand wash, etc.
The algorithm is simple - the machine turns on, the program is selected, and that's it. The program itself regulates the optimum temperature, spin speed, washing quality, gentleness and duration of the rinse, depending on the fabric.
Lock indicator is available on each model. After washing, it may glow for a while longer, usually up to three minutes, which means that the door is still locked. When the light starts flashing, you can take out the laundry.
Start the wash
Often there is a situation where pins pierce the cuff of the hatch and there is a leak. It is not uncommon for small parts or objects to interfere with pump and filter performance.
Do not forget to separate laundry by color to avoid trouble in the form of staining or shedding of clothes. Special containers are useful for washing bras, so that falling out bones do not damage the technique.
So, the laundry is in the machine, it is plugged in and the taps are open. Figuring out where to pour the powder is not difficult.
Usually the machine has three compartments:
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One: is for prewash mode. - Second: implies the main cycle and is intended for the powder.
- The third: is used under the conditioner.
It remains to select the program, which depends on the washing time and temperature.
After washing bulk items or down jacket, for example, often white traces on clothes, that is, the powder is not fully washed.
The problem will be solved by rinsing again. The washing machine manual ardo a400 contains a whole section with tips on effective washing and stain removal from clothes.
Foam is able to put the technique out of operation, as mentioned in the documents on the use of the washing machine electrolux.
Today, the range of detergents is large and on the market, along with traditional powders appeared capsule powders, which are immersed in the drum, not in the compartment.
Troubleshooting.
These can be:
leaks,- Problems with the water supply,
- stoppage of the drum and others.
The manual provides tips and hints which, in case of a small breakdown, will help to solve the problem on your own.
For example, if the drum has stopped, it does not mean that it is broken. It is enough to restore balance by pulling out and straightening things out.
It also happens when the machine refuses to start. Before sounding the alarm, you should see if the water pressure is sufficient.
Thank you, very helpful information! I've been looking for a manual for the Crown CR 5081 AR machine, but couldn't find one. The machine is there, but I don't know how to run or what programs....
It would be good if the date of commenting and the date of writing the article.
Very well put together all the basic information and in simple language.
By the way - for the girl asking:
There is a very low budget line of "white" models like Crown and Finlux. But for them there is no instruction manuals, only a translation from one of the European languages. To us, these devices can get, for example, through the Ukrainian, Polish, Romanian or Bulgarian divisions of large retail chains like Lidl, Kaufland, or as a gift to relatives from Eastern Europe, or by ordering through online stores, offering such equipment with delivery from there. These machines are assembled in Italy, Poland or the Czech Republic, probably somewhere else. You can search for the instructions in the appropriate languages. And, of course, English is always paired with the instructions.