Hoover LB HTC 172 User manual

Brand: Hoover

Model: LB HTC 172

Category: Washing machines

Type: User manual

This Instruction Manual

contains everything you need to

know about the everyday

running of your machine. Keep

it for future reference.

An Installation and

Maintenance Manual is also

provided which you should

consult during the installation

and routine maintenance of

your washing machine. The ma-

nual also contains information

about possible working

problems, advice about the

wash load, an explanation of

label symbols and hints about

how to remove stubborn stains.

INTRODUCTION

Read this manual carefully as it offers practical advice to help you get the most from your

washing machine.

1.- CONTROL PANEL

2.- LID

3.- DRUM

4.- DETERGENT COMPARTMENT

5.- FILTER DOOR

6.- FILTER

When contacting a HOOVER or one of its Technical Assistance

Centre always refer to the model (see control panel) and the

registration and series numbers which are indicated at the bottom of

the machine under the lower panel or on the warranty certificate. That

is to say, everything that appears in the box.

Providing this information will ensure a faster and more efficient service.

INDEX

GUARANTEE ................................................................................

TECHNICAL DATA ..........................................................................

OPENING THE LID – LOADING ...................................................

DETERGENT DISPENSER ...........................................................

ACTIVE SYSTEM ...........................................................................

AUTOMATIC ECONOMY SYSTEM ................................................

PROGRAMME SELECTION ..........................................................

CONTROL DESCRIPTION ..........................................................

TABLE OF PROGRAMMES .......................................................

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GUARANTEE

The appliance comes with a guarantee certificate.

Complete part A and keep it in a safe place. It should

be presented to the Technical Assistance Centre in

the event of a repair being necessary along with the

legal receipt issued by the dealer on purchase.

Do not forget to send part B of the Guarantee

Certificate to be validated within 15 days of purchase.

4,5

230

175

300

1.950

2.200

0,05 min.

0,8 max.

850

0,85

HTC 172

TECHNICAL DATA

Load capacity ..............................................................................

kg.

Voltage ...........................................................................................

Wash motor power rating ..............................................................

Spin motor power rating ................................................................

Electropump power rating .............................................................

Heating element power rating .......................................................

Max. power input ..........................................................................

Fuse ..............................................................................................

Water pressure .........................................................................

MPa

Spin speed ....................................................................

r.p.m./min

Water consumption (60º C programme) .......................................

lit.

Energy consumption (60º C programme) / 4,5 kg ....................

kWh

Energy efficiency rating .....................................................................

OPENING THE DRUM

Lift the lid (A) and open completely. Next open the drum

door following these instructions:

Press catch (B) and kept it pressed down.

Press the first shutter (C) to unlock the two shutters (C)

and (D).

Open the second shutter (D). Open the first shutter (C).

Place the washing in the drum.

Close the first shutter (C).

Close the second shutter (D) so that the catch on the

first shutter fits correctly into the slot. Release.

Ensure that both shutters are perfectly aligned and properly

closed.

IMPORTANT: IT IS IMPORTANT TO MAKE SURE THAT

THE DRUM IS CAREFULLY CLOSED BEFORE

OPERATING THE MACHINE, OTHERWISE THE

MACHINE OR LAUNDRY COULD GET DAMAGED.

2 min.

FRONT OF THE

WASHING MACHINE

LID

FRONT OF THE

WASHING MACHINE

FRONT OF THE

WASHING MACHINE

FRONT OF THE

WASHING MACHINE

IMPORTANT: A SPECIAL

SAFETY DEVICE PREVENTS

THE LID FROM BEING

OPENED IMMEDIATELY

AFTER THE WASH HAS

FINISHED. ONCE THE SPIN

CYCLE HAS FINISHED, WAIT

FOR 2 MINUTES BEFORE

TRYING TO OPEN THE LID.

DETERGENT DISPENSER

The detergent dispenser is divided into 4 compartments:

• Compartment I, is for prewash powder detergent. The recommended quantity is

60 gm of detergent (for 4,5 kg of laundry).

• Compartment II, is for wash powder detergent. The recommended quantity is 120

gm of detergent (for 4,5 kg of laundry).

• The compartment is for bleach. The recommended quantity is 7 cl.

• The compartment is for fabric conditioners, scenting agents and special

additives. The recommended quantity is 5 cl.

The detergent compartment has two guidance lines:

• RECOMMENDED (lower line). This indicates the recommended level for the prewash

and wash compartments.

• MAX. This indicates the maximum level which should never be exceeded.

MAXIMUM

(wash)

MAXIMUM

(bleach and scenting agent)

MAXIMUM

(prewash)

RECOMMENDED

ACTIVE SYSTEM

The Active system owes its efficiency to its capacity to take advantage of all the force of the

water. During the washing phases the water in the drum is pumped towards an injector

located in the drum which injects a powerful water jet onto the wash. This action with an

increase of rotation speed up to 100 revolutions guarantees an optimum quality of wash

and more thorough rinsing.

AUTOMATIC ECONOMY SYSTEM

With this system the machine adjusts the amount of water used to wash and rinse according

to the load. This means that water (and therefore power) can be saved without affecting

wash and rinse quality, because the machine will always use the right amount for the load it

contains. Excellent results are therefore ensured at lower cost, making the machine more

environmentally friendly.

PROGRAMME SELECTION

To select a programme:

• Programmes are selected by means of the corresponding control knob (A). See the

table of programmes.

• Select the spin speed by means of the corresponding control knob.

• Select the different options available by pressing the corresponding buttons.

• Hold down Start/ Pause until one of the “Time Remaining” display indicators lights

up.

• In electronic washing machines there may be a delay of up to 1 minute after the

Time Remaining indicator comes on before the programme starts.

HTC 172

CONTROL DESCRIPTION

PROGRAMME / TEMPERATURE SELECTOR..........................

TIME REMAINING DISPLAY TO END OF CYCLE ....................

SPIN SELECTOR CONTROL ....................................................

EXTRA RINSE BUTTON ............................................................

TIME SAVER BUTTON...............................................................

FAST IRON BUTTON .................................................................

PRE-WASH BUTTON .................................................................

DOOR SECURE INDICATOR LAMP ..........................................

START/PAUSE BUTTON ...........................................................

GUIDE MARK .............................................................................

USING THE SELECTORS

. PROGRAMME / TEMPERATURE SELECTOR

To select the desired washing programme/temperature, turn

this selector until the number or symbol for the programme

desired is opposite the guide mark (p). Temperature selection

depends on the programme selected.

To modify settings or change programmes once the

programme has started, proceed as follows:

- Hold down Start/ Pause until the Stop indicator on the Time

Remaining display lights up.

- Release the button. After a few seconds the lamp on the display will go out.

- Select the desired programme.

- Hold down Start/Pause again until one of the lamps on the display lights up.

- The machine will then run through the new programme selected.

To add more clothes during a programme, proceed as follows:

- Hold down Start/ Pause until one of the Time Remaining display indicators blinks.

-Wait until the Door Secure indicator goes out, open the door and add more clothes to the

wash.

- Close the drum door and the outer cover tight.

- Press Start/Pause.

THIS CONTROL CAN BE TURNED BOTH WAYS.

. TIME REMAINING TO END OF CYCLE

This displays the Approx. time remaining in minutes to the

end of the programme.

Programme duration is given AS A GUIDELINE ONLY. This

time may vary either way depending on the temperature

selected, the amount and type of clothes and the installa-

tion conditions water temperature, ambient temperature,

mains water pressure, etc.).

SPIN SELECTOR

To select the spin speed, turn the selector until the mark for

the desired rpm is opposite the guide mark (p).

The final spin for resistant fabrics (indicated as COTTON)

will be at the selected speed.

In programmes for synthetic fabrics (SYNTHETICS)

intermediate spins are at 400 rpm, and the final spin is at

800 rpm.

In the DELICATES programme there are no intermediate spins, and the final spin is at 400

rpm.

In the WOOL programmes (30º and Cold Wash) there are no intermediate spins, ant the

final spin is at 800 rpm.

For specific programmes:

The 29´/44´programme runs one intermediate spin at 400 rpm and a final spin at 800

rpm.

In the program HAND WASH there is no spin-dry during the washing phases and the

final spin-dry is done at 800 rpm.

To cut out spinning altogether, match the No Spin symbol to the guide mark.

THIS CONTROL CAN BE TURNED BOTH WAYS.

USING THE SELECTORS

The functions associated with each button work only in those programs with

which they are compatible.

C. EXTRA RINSE BUTTON

This causes more water to be used in rinsing. It helps prevent skin irritation in

people particularly sensitive to washing powders. We also recommend using

EXTRA RINSE with heavily soiled washing which requires large amounts of

washing powder, and when washing padded fabrics which may retain washing

powder.

D. TIME SAVER BUTTON

This works in cotton and synthetics programmes. Wash time can be cut by as

much as 50 minutes, depending on which programme is selected.

FAST IRON BUTTON

This works only with programmes for synthetics, delicates, wool and some

special programmes. When this setting is used for delicates, wool or hand

wash programmes, the machine stops and leaves the washing in water inside

the drum. This makes for fewer wrinkles and easier ironing. To resume the

wash cycle, press FAST IRON. If this setting is used in the synthetics cycle,

the programme ends with a short spin at very low speed. The washing then

remains in the drum but without excessive wrinkling. If a spin cycle is required,

select an appropriate speed (see Programme Guide) and remove the washing

when the programme ends.

PRE-WASH BUTTON

This is useful especially for heavily soiled washing. It can be used before the

main wash programme is selected. Pour the washing powder for the pre-

wash into the compartment marked “I” (for more information see “Detergent

Dispenser” below). We recommend using only 20% of the amount recom-

mended in the washing powder instructions, with no fabric softener.

DOOR SECURE INDICATOR LAMP

H. START/PAUSE BUTTON

SPECIAL

•

90º

60º

40º

30º

PROGRAMME FOR

PROGRAMME TABLE

MAX.

LOAD

kg.

•

4,5

—

PROGRAMME

•

60º

50º

40º

30º

•

RINSE

SPIN

EMPTY

—

DELICATES

WOOLLENS

(cold wash 15 ºC)

40º

30º

1,5

—

•

HAND WASH

SPORT

ECONOMY/ CLASS AA

30º

40º

•

44 MINUTE CYCLE

29 MINUTE CYCLE

40º

•

There are six programme groups (COTTONS, MIXED & SYNTHETICS,

SPECIFIC, DELICATES & WOOLLENS, SPECIAL AND EXPRESS).

The first programmes in each group are the longest, and therefore give

the best results. Use the others only when washing is not heavily soiled,

or for particularly delicate garments.

COTTONS

MIXED/

SYNTHÉTICS

EXPRESS

Programme

, as per standard EN 60456.

T ºC

•

WASHING POWDER

WHITES

FAST COLOURS

DELICATE COLOURS

(cold wash 15 ºC)

FAST COLOURS

DELICATE COLOURS

(cold wash 15 ºC)

SPECIFIC

DELICATES

SPECIFIC PROGRAMMES

SPECIAL RINSE PROGRAMME

Programme runs 3 rinses with spins at 800 rpm (this speed may be reduced or spin

cancelled using the appropriate button). It works for all fabrics and can be used, e.g. after

garments are hand washed.

SPECIAL HIGH-SPEED SPIN PROGRAMME

Programme runs a spin at 850 rpm. (this speed can be reduced via the appropriate

button).

EMPTY ONLY

Programme empties the water from the machine.

SPECIAL PROGRAMMES

HAND WASH

The programme runs a complete wash cycle for garments intended to be hand washed. It

washes at no more than 30 ºC and finishes with two rinses and a delicate spin.

SPORTSWEAR

Hoover has designed a special programme for sportswear: it is intended for mixed sportswear

which should not be washed with high-temperature programmes.

It begins with a cold pre-wash to soften and eliminate the worst of the dirt, then runs a

30 ºC wash, a rinse and a delicate spin to ensure maximum care for delicate, heavily soiled

garments.

CLASSE AA

Optimum wash performance can be obtained at 40 ºC with Class A power consumption.

EXPRESS PROGRAMMES

44´

MINUTE EXPRESS PROGRAMME

29´

MINUTE EXPRESS PROGRAMME

These programmes run a complete wash cycle at 40 ºC for up to 2 kg of washing in 44 or 29

minutes. The washing powder should go in compartment II, and only the amount indicated

for this programme on the measuring cup provided should be used.

REMARKS

For heavily soiled washing we recommend loads

of no more than 3 kg.

Bleach can be added via dispenser ( ) for the

WHITE 90º and FAST COLOURS 60º COTTONS

programmes.

The machine is designed to apply fabric softener

automatically in the last rinse of all wash cycles.

EXPRESS

Hoover LB HTC 172 User manual

Brand: Hoover

Model: LB HTC 172

Category: Washing machines

Type: User manual

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