Haier HWT08AN1 - User Manual

This document is a user manual for a Haier Top Load Full-Automatic Washing Machine, covering models HWT07AN1, HWT08AN1, HWT09AN1, HWT10AN1, and HWT10ANB1.

Function Description

The Haier Top Load Full-Automatic Washing Machine is designed for household and similar applications, including staff kitchen areas, farmhouses, hotels, motels, residential environments, bed and breakfast establishments, and communal use in blocks of flats or launderettes. It performs various wash cycles automatically, from basic washing to specialized programs for different fabric types and soil levels. The machine is equipped with features to ensure efficient cleaning, water management, and user safety.

Important Technical Specifications

The washing machine models vary in capacity and dimensions:

HWT07AN1:
- Rated Washing Capacity: 7 kg
- Rated Voltage/Frequency: 220-240V/50Hz
- Rated Washing Power: 400W
- Rated Spinning Power: 370W
- Net Weight: 40kg
- Gross Weight: 45kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 550 x 570 x 1000 mm
- Water Inlet Pressure: 0.03MPa-1.0MPa
HWT08AN1:
- Rated Washing Capacity: 8 kg
- Rated Voltage/Frequency: 220-240V/50Hz
- Rated Washing Power: 470W
- Rated Spinning Power: 300W
- Net Weight: 43kg
- Gross Weight: 48kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 580 x 590 x 1015 mm
- Water Inlet Pressure: 0.03MPa-1.0MPa
HWT09AN1:
- Rated Washing Capacity: 9 kg
- Rated Voltage/Frequency: 220-240V/50Hz
- Rated Washing Power: 470W
- Rated Spinning Power: 300W
- Net Weight: 43kg
- Gross Weight: 48kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 580 x 590 x 1015 mm
- Water Inlet Pressure: 0.03MPa-1.0MPa
HWT10AN1/HWT10ANB1:
- Rated Washing Capacity: 10 kg
- Rated Voltage/Frequency: 220-240V/50Hz
- Rated Washing Power: 350W
- Rated Spinning Power: 300W
- Net Weight: 49kg
- Gross Weight: 55kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 610 x 620 x 1045 mm
- Water Inlet Pressure: 0.03MPa-1.0MPa

The maximum water pressure for all models is 1MPa, and the minimum is 0.03MPa. The appliance is designed to operate with water temperatures not exceeding 60°C.

Usage Features

The washing machine offers a comprehensive set of features for flexible and efficient laundry care:

Control Panel and Programs: The control panel includes buttons for Power, Water Level, Water Temp, Rinse, Spin (Speed), Options, Progress, and Delay, along with a digital display. Available wash programs include:

Mix: Normal wash for mixed everyday loads, including cottons and blends.
Cotton: Warmer wash for cotton clothing.
Eco: Water-saving cycle.
Towels: Special cycle for towel loads.
Sheets: Specifically designed to wash sheet loads.
Hygiene: Hot concentrated wash with extra rinses.
Express 30: Quick wash (<30min) for smaller, lightly soiled loads and new clothes.
Delicate: Gentle wash action with slow spin speed.
Wool: Gentle wash action and a medium spin.
Synthetic: Warmer wash, reduced spin speed to minimize creasing.
Bulky: Warm wash with a special wash action and reduced spin speed.
Drum Clean: Cycle for cleaning the inner and outer tub to avoid mildew growth (no clothes should be in the tub).

Customization Options:

Water Level: Can be set manually or automatically (except for Drum Clean, which defaults to "High"). The machine detects cloth quantity for "Auto" setting.
Water Temp: Options include Cold, Warm Cold, Warm, Warm Hot, and Hot. Specific temperatures are restricted for certain cycles (e.g., Warm Hot and Hot cannot be chosen for ECO, Delicate, and Wool cycles).
Rinse: Multiple rinse options (Normal, Extra, Eco) with varying spray rinse times.
Spin Speed/Time: Users can select spin speed (Low, Med, High) or spin time (Short, Med, Long) depending on the model. "High" spin speed or "Long" spin is not available for Delicate, Wool, and Bulky cycles.
Options:
- Soak: A 2-hour soak with intermittent agitation, available on most cycles except Wool and Express.
- Soiled+: Increases agitate time by 30% with a 15-minute soak sequence, not available on Drum Clean, Express, Delicate, and Wool cycles.
- Soiled+ & Soak: Combines both features, not available on Drum Clean, Express, Delicate, and Wool cycles.
- Favourite: Allows users to save a preferred cycle and modifier configuration.
Progress: Allows changing the process during certain cycles (Cotton, Eco, Towels, Sheets, Mix, Hygiene, Express, Delicate, Wool, Synthetic, Jeans). Not available for Drum Clean.
Delay Start: Allows setting a delay for the wash program to start, from 2 to 12 hours in 1-hour increments. The display shows the remaining time until the cycle finishes.

Safety Features:

Child Lock: Locks all buttons to prevent accidental changes. Activated by pressing "Progress" and "Delay" buttons simultaneously for 1 second.
Lid Safety: If the lid is forced open during washing, the machine alarms (E2) and stops, draining water after 10 seconds.

Detergent Usage:

Detergent Tray: Includes separate compartments for liquid detergent, washing powder, and softener.
Liquid Detergent: Poured into the liquid tray.
Washing Powder: Requires removing the blue liquid tray and placing powder directly into the detergent cavity. Liquid detergent is recommended for "Express" programs.
Softener: Poured into the softener inlet tray and dispensed during the last rinse.

Water Fill Process: The washer uses a 2-step water fill for optimal cleaning:

First Fill: Hot and cold water flow into the tub, dissolving detergent and initiating a 5-minute soak-agitation.
Second Fill: Fills to the selected water level to ensure clothes are fully soaked.

Maintenance Features

Regular maintenance is crucial for the machine's longevity and performance:

Pre-Washing Preparation:

Connect water inlet hose and open faucet.
Insert power plug.
Ensure drain hose is at the correct height (0.8m - 1.2m).
Clean the detergent box regularly.
Dilute detergents and softeners if water pressure is low.
Run a "Drum Clean" cycle without clothing before the first wash.

Laundry Preparation:

Clear pockets of loose items (coins, sand, hairpins).
Tie straps, fasten buttons, and close zippers.
Do not exceed rated capacity; loosen laundry and place it evenly.
Check special washing instructions on garments.
Separate colorfast and non-colorfast items.
Wash items that don't absorb water easily (e.g., Wool) by hand first.
Remove loose dirt from heavily soiled items.
Turn lint-attracting items inside out.
Do not wash laundry soiled with chemicals or solvents.
Increase water level manually for cotton clothes with strong water absorption (e.g., bed sheets) to improve wash performance.

Cleaning:

Lint Filter(s): Must be cleaned after each use. To remove, push down the spring piece, pull out, open the back, remove lint, then reassemble and reinsert.
Detergent Box: Clean periodically with a brush and duster cloth, then flush with water.
Water Inlet Valve Filter: Clean every two months with a plastic bristled brush to prevent blockages from water supply impurities.
Cabinet: Wipe with a damp cloth and neutral detergent. Do not use thinners, petrol, alcohol, or other harsh solvents.

Post-Wash Care:

Turn off the water faucet after the washing cycle.
Do not store water in the machine for long periods; drain completely after each wash.
Hang up the power cord and drain hose.
Wipe up any water drops on the machine surface and inside the tub.
Leave the lid open for about 1 hour after each wash to evaporate residual water.

Troubleshooting: The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues, including:

Drainage problems (E1)
Machine stopping (E2 - lid not closed)
Spinning issues (Ob - uneven load, machine not level)
Water supply problems (E4 - tap closed, inlet valve blocked, low pressure)
Water leaks
Machine not starting (power failure, plug loose, water level not reached)
Abnormal sounds (machine not level, uneven load, foreign objects)
Error codes (FA - water level sensor failure, F2 - overflow error, E2-1 - door lock alarm, FC1/FC2/FC1A - communication failures).

For any issues that cannot be resolved with the troubleshooting guide, users are advised to contact customer care and avoid self-repair to prevent personal harm and voiding the warranty. The manual also specifies that new hose-sets supplied with the appliance should be used, and old ones should not be reused. The pump filter cap should only be removed by a trained service technician.