Each house has a washing machine. They can be automatic or semi-automatic, with drying, spin and other functions. They also differ in technical characteristics, sizes, design. The kit always contains instructions for using the washing machine and a warranty card. It is recommended that you study in detail all the information that is provided in these documents.
In short, the manual tells about the main advantages of the selected model, safety rules, specifics, installation, preparation for washing, programs, maintenance, problems and their elimination. It does not make sense to retell the entire instruction, but it is still worth paying attention to important aspects. After all, it is the instructions that describe how to wash in the washing machine so that it works without breakdowns for a sufficiently long time.
Installation and Connection
The first thing to start is to check the equipment. Any washing machine is supplied with inlet and drain hoses, a mount, a wrench, and transportation bolts. After the device has been delivered home, it is necessary to free it from packaging. After performing simple steps, unscrew the bolts that hold the drum during transport.
Now you will need instructions for using the washing machine. It is necessary to find the item "Installation". It talks about the most optimal location and highlights, such as:
- The inclination of the floor should not exceed 1 °.
- The socket is installed no further than 1.5 meters from the device.
- It is not recommended to plug other appliances into the power outlet while the washing machine is in operation.
- The device is installed in such a way that there is a distance of about 2 cm on the sides, and 10 cm from the rear panel to the wall.
- A small drop on the floor can be leveled with legs.
In order to connect the washing machine to the water supply system, only new hoses must be used. The optimum pressure is 30-1000 kPa. If it exceeds the maximum figure, it is recommended to use a special device to reduce it.
Be sure to install gaskets and filters on the water intake hose. The drain can be connected directly to the central drain pipe or use a special mount for the bathroom or sink.
Control Panel
Each device is equipped with a power button. The washing machine turns off automatically. Some models have a Start / Pause button. Thanks to her, the wash cycle can be paused without losing settings.
To change the temperature mode, a button or regulator is provided (depending on the brand). Some manufacturers equip their devices with additional functions, for example, the choice of the spin level, prewash, intensive rinsing, cleaning the drum, the mode “without folds”. Detailed information about their purpose contains instructions for using a washing machine of a certain brand.
Also, in all modern devices, the control panel has a mechanical regulator for selecting automatic programs. As a rule, there are at least 10. After turning on the device, a mode is selected in which the optimal temperature, spin speed, and rinse durations for a certain type of fabric are already programmed.
Troubleshooting
The most common problems of all washing machines are leaks, problems with water supply, stopping the drum. How to solve them will help instructions for using the washing machine. It has tips to help you figure out the problem without a specialist. For example, if the drum stopped during the washing process, the balance was most likely upset. In order to fix such a mistake, just straighten things up or add a couple of others.
Sometimes washing machines do not start at all. This does not always mean serious engine damage. Most often, the cause is a poor supply of water. In order to start the machine, just clean the filters.
Choice of detergents
Currently, a large number of different detergents are sold in stores. They differ not only in manufacturers, but also in purpose. Some are used for hand washing, others for the cleaning process that an automatic washing machine performs. Powder with reduced foaming, air conditioning, water softener are poured into a special compartment. It is important to note that there are three divisions in the box:
- One of them is intended for the “Prewash” mode.
- The second is for the powder (main cycle) and water softener.
- The third is for the air conditioner.