AEG L61270WDBI User Manual [en, es]

L61470WDBI
User Manual 2
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CONTENTS

1. SAFETY INFORMATION...........................................................................................3
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.......................................................................................... 5
3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION........................................................................................ 7
4. CONTROL PANEL.....................................................................................................8
5. PROGRAMMES ...................................................................................................... 10
6. CONSUMPTION VALUES.......................................................................................12
7. OPTIONS................................................................................................................. 13
8. SETTINGS................................................................................................................ 14
9. BEFORE FIRST USE.................................................................................................14
10. DAILY USE............................................................................................................. 14
11. DAILY USE - DRYING............................................................................................17
12. DAILY USE - WASHING & DRYING.....................................................................18
13. HINTS AND TIPS...................................................................................................19
14. CARE AND CLEANING........................................................................................ 21
15. TROUBLESHOOTING...........................................................................................24
16. INSTALLATION..................................................................................................... 27
17. TECHNICAL DATA............................................................................................... 35
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1. SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible if an incorrect installation and use causes injuries and damages. Always keep the instructions with the appliance for future reference.

1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety

WARNING!
Risk of suffocation, injury or permanent disability.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
Do not let children play with the appliance.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away
unless continuously supervised.
Keep all packaging away from children.
Keep all detergents away from children.
Keep children and pets away from the appliance door
when it is open.
If the appliance has a child safety device, we
recommend you activate it.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by
children without supervision.
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General Safety

1.2
Do not change the specification of this appliance.
The appliance can be installed as freestanding or
below the kitchen counter with correct space.
Do not install the appliance behind a lockable door, a
sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite
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side, where the appliance door can not be fully opened.
Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at
the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.
The ventilation openings in the base (if applicable)
must not be obstructed by a carpet.
Ensure you have good ventilation in the installation
room to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires.
Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is
used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels (if applicable).
The operating water pressure (minimum and
maximum) must be between 0,5 bar (0,05 MPa) and 8 bar (0,8 MPa).
Obey the maximum load volume of 7 kg (refer to the
“Programme chart” chapter).
The appliance is to be connected to the water mains
using the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be reused.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Wipe away lint that has accumulated around the
appliance.
Items that have been soiled with substances such as
cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the wash dryer.
Do not use the appliance if industrial chemicals have
been used for cleaning.
Do not dry unwashed items in the wash dryer.
Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps,
waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes
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or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the wash dryer.
Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used
as specified by the fabric softener instructions.
Remove all objects from pockets such as lighters and
matches.
Never stop the wash dryer before the end of the
drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
The final part of a wash dryer cycle occurs without
heat (cool down cycle) to ensure that the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be damaged.
Do not use water spray and steam to clean the
appliance.
Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth. Only use
neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.
Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and
disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Installation

• Remove all the packaging and the transit bolts.
• Keep the transit bolts. When you move the appliance again you must block the drum.
• Always be careful when you move the appliance because it is heavy. Always wear safety gloves.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Obey the installation instruction supplied with the appliance.
• Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature is less than 0 °C or where it is exposed to the weather.
• Make sure that the floor where you install the appliance is flat, stable, heat resistant and clean.
• Do not install the appliance where the appliance door can not be fully opened.
• Always move the appliance vertically.
• The rear surface of the appliance must be put against the wall.
• Make sure that there is air circulation between the appliance and the floor.
• Adjust the feet to have the necessary space between the appliance and the carpet.
• When the appliance is put in its permanent position, check if it is fully level with the aid of a spirit level. If it is not, adjust the feet until it is.

2.2 Electrical Connection

WARNING!
Risk of fire and electrical shock.
• The appliance must be earthed.
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• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.
• Do not touch the mains cable or the mains plug with wet hands.
• Only for UK and Ireland: The appliance has a 13 amp mains plug. If it is necessary to change the fuse in the mains plug, use a 13 amp ASTA (BS 1362) fuse.
• This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directives.

2.3 Water Connection

• Make sure not to cause damage to the water hoses.
• Before you connect the appliance to new pipes or pipes not used for a long time, let the water flow until it is clean.
• The first time you use the appliance, make sure that there is no leakage.

2.4 Use

WARNING!
Risk of injury, electrical shock, fire, burns or damage to the appliance.
• Use this appliance in a household only.
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
• Do not touch the glass of the door while a programme operates. The glass can be hot.
• Do not dry the damaged items which contain padding or fillings.
• If you have washed your laundry with a stain remover start an extra rinse cycle before you start the dryer.
• Make sure that you remove all metal objects from the laundry.
• Only dry fabrics which are applicable to dry in the tumble dryer. Follow the instructions on the fabric label.
• Plastic items are not heat resistant.
– If you use a detergent ball,
remove it before you set the drying programme.
– Do not use a detergent ball when
you set a non-stop programme.
WARNING!
Risk of injury or damage to the appliance.
• Do not sit or stand on the open door.
• Do not dry dripping wet clothes in the appliance.

2.5 Disposal

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains supply.
• Cut off the mains cable and discard it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent children and pets to get closed in the appliance.

3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

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3.1 Appliance overview

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Detergent dispenser
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Control panel
2
Door handle
3
Rating plate
4
Drain pump filter
5
Feet for the appliance level
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3.2 Accessories

3.3 How to activate the child
safety device
This device prevents children or pets to be closed in the drum.
Turn the device clockwise, until the groove is horizontal.
Water drain hose
7
Mains cable
8
Water inlet hose
9
Feet for the appliance level
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1 Spanner
To remove the transit bolts.
2 Plastic caps
To close the holes on the rear side of the cabinet after the removal of the transit bolts.
3 Anti-flood inlet hose
To prevent possible leakage
4 Plastic hose guide
To connect the drain hose on the edge of a sink.
You cannot close the door.
1400 1200 800 400
Off
Centrif.
Manchas
Aclarado
Extra
Tiempo
de secado
Ahorra Tiempo
Inicio Diferido
Start/Pausa
Lavado
Puerta bloqueada
Secado
40
30
30
Frio
Aclarado delicados
Centrifugado
Sintéticos
Algodón
Refrescar
Algodón Eco
Descarga
Plancha
Fácil
40
Delicados
Lana/ Seda
Secado
95 60
60 50 40 30
40
40
30
Sintéticos
+ Prelavado
95 60 40 Eco
Algodón
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4. CONTROL PANEL

4.1 Control panel description

To close the door, turn the device anticlockwise until the groove is vertical.
Programme knob
1
Display
2
Delay start button (Inicio Diferido)
3
Phase indicators:
4
• A - Washing phase (Lavado)
• B - Drying phase (Secado)
• C - Door locked (Puerta bloqueada)
Start/Pause button (Start/Pausa)
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4.2 Display

Drying time button (Tiempo de
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secado) Extra rinse button (Aclarado Extra )
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Time saving button (Ahorra Tiempo)
8
Stain button (Manchas)
9
Spin button (Centrif.)
10
The display shows the following information:
Duration of the set programme
When you set a programme, the display shows the duration in hours and minutes (for example 2.05). The duration is calculated automatically on the maximum load for each type of fabric. After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every mi­nute.
Set drying time
When you set a drying programme, the display shows the drying time in minutes and/or hours (see paragraph «Programmes for timed drying »). After the programme has started, the appliance updates the remaining time every minute.
Alarm codes
In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example (see chapter «Troubleshooting»).
End of programme
When the programme has finished, the display shows a blinking zero . The Puerta bloqueada light C, the Lavado light A (or the Puerta bloqueada light B) and the light of button Start/Pausa go out. The door can be opened.
Incorrect option selection
If you set an option which is not compatible with the wash programme, the display shows the message Err for some seconds. The yellow pilot light of button Start/Pausa light starts blinking.
Delay Start
When you press the relevant button to set the delay (20 hours max), it ap­pears for some seconds, then the display shows the duration of the set programme. The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour. When only 1 hour remains, the time decreases every minute.
Delay Start symbol
This symbol comes on when you set the delay time.
Child safety lock
This symbol comes on when you activate the child lock function.
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4.3 Phase indicators

5. PROGRAMMES

5.1 Programme Chart

After you have pressed the button Start/ Pausa, the Lavado indicator comes on. The appliance is operating. When you set a drying programme, the Secado indicator illuminates and stays on during the drying phase. The Puerta bloqueada indicator indicates when the door can be opened:
• light on: the door cannot be opened.
• light blinking: the door is opening in some minutes.
• light off: the door can be opened.
Programme Temperature range
Washing programmes
Algodón 95°C - 30°C
Algodón Eco 40°C
Algodón + Prela­vado 95°C - 40°C
Sintéticos 60°C - 30°C
Plancha Fácil 40°C
Delicados 40°C - 30°C
Lana/Seda
30°C - Cold
Aclarado delica­dos
Descarga 7 kg To drain the water in the drum. All fabrics.
Maximum load Maximum spin speed
7 kg 1400 rpm
7 kg 1400 rpm
7 kg 1400 rpm
3.5 kg 1200 rpm
1 kg 800 rpm
3.5 kg 1200 rpm
2 kg 1200 rpm
7 kg 1200 rpm
Programme description (Type of load and soil level)
White cotton and coloured cotton. Normal soil
and light soil.
Colour-fast cotton. Light soil. The energy con­sumption decreases and the time of the washing programme is extended.
White cotton and coloured cotton. Heavy soil and normal soil.
Synthetic items or mixed fabric items. Normal soil.
Synthetic items to be gentle washed. Normal and light soil.
1)
Delicate fabrics as acrylics, viscose, polyester items. Normal soil.
Machine washable wool, hand washable wool and delicate fabrics with «hand washing» care sym-
2)
bol.
To rinse and spin the laundry. All fabrics.
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Programme Temperature range
Centrifugado 7 kg
Maximum load Maximum spin speed
1400 rpm
Programme description (Type of load and soil level)
To spin the laundry and to drain the water in the drum. All fabrics.
Secado sintéticos 2 kg Drying programme for synthetic items.
Secado algodón 4 kg Drying programme for cotton items.
Refrescar 3 kg
1200 rpm
7 kg
Algodón Eco 60°C
1)
To reduce the creases of the laundry, this cycle regulates the water temperature and performs a soft
wash and spin phase. The appliance adds some rinses.
2)
During this cycle the drum rotates slowly to ensure a gentle washing. It can seem that the drum
doesn't rotate or doesn't rotate properly. Consider this as a normal functioning of the appliance.
3)
Cottons energy saving programme. This programme at a 60ºC with a load of 7 is the reference pro­gramme for data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards. Set this pro­gramme to have a good washing results and decrease the energy consumption. The time of the washing programme is extended.
3)
1400 rpm
A very short cycle for cottons and synthetics items
with light soil level or worn only once.
White cotton and colour-fast cotton. Normal soil.
The energy consumption decreases and the time of the washing programme is extended.
Programme options compatibility
Programme
Cen-
trif.
Man-
chas
1)
Ahorra
Tiempo
2)
Aclarado
Extra
Inicio Di-
ferido
Algodón
Algodón Eco
3)
Algodón + Prelavado
Sintéticos
Plancha Fácil
Delicados
Lana/Seda
Aclarado delicados
Descarga
Centrifugado
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Programme
Cen-
trif.
Algodón Eco
1)
The Stain option is not available with a temperature lower then 40°C.
2)
If you set a shorter duration, we recommend that you decrease the quantity of the load. It is possible
to load fully the appliance, however the washing results are reduced.
3)
With these programmes you can set only the shorter duration.
Man-
chas
1)
Ahorra
Tiempo
3)
Aclarado
2)
Extra
Inicio Di-
ferido

5.2 Programmes for timed drying

Dryness Level Type of fabric Load
(kg)
Extra Dry
For towelling materials
Cupboard Dry
1)
For items to put away
Cupboard Dry
For items to put away
Cottons and Linen
(bathrobes, bath towels, etc)
Cottons and Linen
(bathrobes, bath towels, etc)
Synthetics and mixed fab­rics
(jumpers, blouses, under­wear, household linen)
Iron Dry
Suitable for ironing
Cottons and Linen
(sheets, tablecloths, shirts, etc)
1)
In compliance with EC directive EN 50229, the cotton reference programme for the data entered in
the Energy Label must be tested dividing the maximum washing load by two equal parts and drying with
DRYING TIME each of them .
Spin speed (rpm)
Suggested duration (mins)
4 1400 160 - 180
3 1400 110 - 120
1.5 1400 75 - 85
4 1400 150 - 170
3 1400 100 - 110
1.5 1400 65 - 75
2 1200 90 - 100
1 1200 55 - 65
4 1400 120 - 140
3 1400 80 - 90
1.5 1400 50 - 60

6. CONSUMPTION VALUES

The data of this table are approximate. Different causes can change the data: the quantity and type of laundry, the water and ambient tempera­ture.
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Programmes Load
Cottons 60 °C 7 1.35 67 150
Cotton Energy Saving Pro­gramme 60 °C
Cottons 40 °C 7 0.85 67 140
Synthetics 40 °C 3.5 0.55 42 90
Delicates 40 °C 3.5 0.55 63 65
Wool/Handwash 30 °C 2 0.25 55 60
1)
«Cotton Energy Saving programme » at 60°C with a load of 7 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.

7. OPTIONS

7.1 Centrifugado

With this option you can decrease the default spin speed.
The indicator of the set speed comes on.
Additional spin options: Rinse Hold
• Set this option to prevent the laundry
creases.
• The relevant indicator comes on.
• The washing programme stops with
the water in the drum. The drum turns regularly to prevent the laundry creases.
• The door stays locked. You must drain
the water to unlock the door.

7.2 Manchas

Set this option to add the stain phase to a programme.
Use this option for laundry with hard stains to remove.
When you set this option, put the stain remover into compartment
(kg)
1)
To drain the water refer to ‘At the end of the programme’.
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Energy consump­tion (kWh)
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Water con­sumption (li­tre)
Approximate pro­gramme duration (minutes)
This option increases the programme duration. This option is not available with a temperature lower than 40 °C.

7.3 Ahorra Tiempo

With this option you can decrease the programme duration.
• Press this button one time to set 'Shortened duration' for items with daily soil.
• Press this button two times to set 'Extra Quick' for items with almost no soil.
Some programmes accept only one of the two options.

7.4 Aclarado Extra

With this option you can add some rinses to a washing programme.
Use this option for persons allergic to detergents and in areas where the water is soft.
The related indicator comes on.
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7.5 Inicio Diferido

With this option you can delay the start of a programme from 30 minutes to 20 hours.

8. SETTINGS

8.1 Acoustic signals

The acoustic signals operate when:
• You activate the appliance.
• You deactivate the appliance.
• You press the buttons.
• The programme is completed.
• The appliance has a malfunction. To deactivate/activate the acoustic signals, press Manchas and Ahorra Tiempo at the same time for 6 seconds.
If you deactivate the acoustic signals, they continue operate when the appliance has a malfunction.

9. BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Put a small quantity of detergent in
the compartment for washing phase.
2. Set and start a programme for cotton
at the highest temperature without laundry.
The display shows the related indicator and delay time.

8.2 Child Lock

With this option you can prevent that the children play with the control panel.
• To activate/deactivate this option,
press Ahorra Tiempo and Aclarado Extra at the same time until the
indicator
You can activate this option:
• After you press Start/Pausa : the options and the programme knob are locked.
• Before you press Start/Pausa : the appliance cannot start.
This removes all possible dirt from the drum and the tub.
comes on/goes off.

10. DAILY USE

10.1 Loading the laundry

1. Open the appliance door
2. Put the laundry in the drum, one item
at a time.
3. Shake the items before you put them
in the appliance. Make sure not to put too much laundry in the drum.
4. Close the door.
CAUTION!
Make sure that no laundry stays between the seal and the door. There is a risk of water leakage or damage to the laundry.
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10.2 Filling the detergent and
additives
Compartment for prewash phase, soak programme or stain remover. Compartment for washing phase.
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric conditioner, starch). Maximum level for quantity of liquid additives. Flap for powder or liquid detergent.
Always obey the instructions that you find on the packaging of the detergent products.
If you turn the programme dial to another programme when the appliance is working, the yellow pilot light of button Start/Pausa blinks 3 times. The display shows the message Err to indicate a wrong selection. The appliance does not perform the new set programme.

10.4 Starting the programme

Press button Start/Pausa to start the programme. The corresponding red indicator stops blinking.
The indicator Lavado is on to indicate that the appliance starts operating.
The indicator Secado is on to indicate the door is locked.
If you have chosen a delayed start with button Inicio Diferido, the appliance will begin the countdown.
If you set an incorrect option, the yellow indicator of button Start/Pausa blinks for 3 times. The display shows the message
Err for some seconds.

10.3 Setting a programme

Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme.
The programme dial determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses) and the washing temperature according to the type of laundry.
The pilot light of button Start/Pausa starts blinking.
The programme dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise.
Off = Reset programme/switching OFF of the appliance

10.5 Starting a programme with the delay start

Set this option after you have set the programme and before you press button Start/Pausa.Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the programme start, press button Inicio Diferido repeatedly, to set the desired delay.
The symbol The wash programme can be delayed from 30 min. - 60 min. - 90 min., 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours.
The set delay time value appears on the display for about 3 seconds, then the duration of the programme appears again.
You can modify or cancel the delay time at any moment, before you press button Start/Pausa.
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The door will be locked throughout the delay time. If you wish to add laundry in the appliance during the delay time, press the button Start/Pausa to set the appliance to pause. When the indicator Puerta bloqueada goes off , the door can be opened. Add the laundry, close the door and press button Start/Pausa again.
Setting the delayed start.
• Set the programme and the required
options.
• Set the delay start.
• Press button Start/Pausa: the
appliance starts its hourly countdown. The programme starts after the selected delay has expired.
Cancelling the delayed start
• Press button Start/Pausa to set the
appliance to PAUSE;
• Press button Inicio Diferido until the
symbol ’ is displayed;
• Press button Start/Pausa again to start
the programme.
The set delay can be changed only after you have set the washing programme again.
The Delay Start cannot be set with Drain programme.

10.6 Altering an option or a running programme

It is possible to change some options before the programme carries it out. Before you make any change, you must press button Start/Pausa to pause the appliance.
Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it.
Turn the programme dial to Off and then to the new programme position.
Press Start/Pausa button again to start the new programme. The washing water in the tub will not emptied out.

10.7 Interrupting a programme

Press button Start/Pausa to interrupt a programme which is running, the
corresponding indicator starts blinking. Press button Start/Pausa again to restart the programme.

10.8 Cancelling a programme

Turn the selector dial to Off to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select a new programme.

10.9 Opening the door

When the appliance is working and through the delay time, the door is locked.
If, for any reason, it is necessary to open it, firstly press button Start/Pausa to set the machine to pause
If the indicator Puerta bloqueada after a few minutes goes off, the door can be opened.
If the indicator Puerta bloqueada stays on and the door remains locked, this means that the appliance is already heating or that the water level is too high. In this case the door cannot be opened.
If you cannot open the door but you need to open it, turn the programme dial to Off to switch the appliance off. After a few minutes the door can be opened
(pay attention to the water level and temperature !) .
After closing the door, it is necessary to set the programme and the options again. Press button Start/Pausa to start the programme again.

10.10 At the end of the programme

The appliance stops automatically. The indicator of button Start/Pausa, the indicators Lavado and Puerta bloqueada
go off. A blinking will appear on the display.
If you have set a programme or an option that ends with water in the tub, the indicator Puerta bloqueada remains on. The door is locked. The water must be emptied out before opening the door. During this time the drum continues to turn at regular intervals until water drain.
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Follow the below instructions to empty out the water:
• Turn the programme selector dial to Off.
• Set the DRAIN or SPIN programme.
• Reduce the spin speed, if needed.
• Press button Start/Pausa.
• When the programme has finished the display shows a blinking . The
indicator Puerta bloqueada goes off. The door can be opened.
Turn the programme selector dial to Off to switch the appliance off.
Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully check that the drum is empty. If

11. DAILY USE - DRYING

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

11.1 Drying setting

The recommended load size is 3 kg for cottons and linen, and 2 kg for synthetic items. You can also to dry up to 4 kg of cotton items (see the «Drying Programme » table).
WARNING! Open the water tap. Put the drain hose in the sink or connect to the drain pipe.
1.
Load the laundry one item at a time.
2. Turn the programme dial to the
programme applicable for the items to dry (cottons or synthetics).
To have a good drying performance do not exceed the maximum drying loads recommended in the user manual. Do not set a spin speed lower than the automatic speed of the set programme.

11.2 Timed drying

1. Press the button Tiempo de secado
again and again to set the time value
you do not intend to carry out another wash, close the water tap. Leave the door open to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant smells.

10.11 Stand by

Once the programme has finished, after few minutes the energy saving system will be enable. The brightness of the display is reduced. By pressing any button the appliance comes out from the energy saving status.
(see the «Programmes for timed drying» table).
• Each time you press this button the time value increases by 5 minutes.
• As the appliance calculates also the duration of the anti-crease and the cooling phases, the programme time will automatically increase by some minutes.
2. Press Start/Pausa button to start the
programme.
• The display shows regularly a new time value.
• The indicator is on.
If you set only 10 minutes of drying, the appliance performs only a cooling phase.
If the laundry is not sufficient dry, set again a short drying time.

11.3 End of the drying programme

The appliance stops automatically.
• The acoustic signals operate (if they are active).
• In the display comes on.
• The indicator of the Start/Pausa button goes off.
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• The last minutes of the drying cycle the appliance performs a cooling and anti-crease phase. The door is still
locked. The display show a flashing .
When the door locked indicator goes off, you can open the door.
1. Turn the programme knob to Off
position to deactivate the appliance. After some minutes from the end of the programme, the energy saving function automatically deactivates the appliance.
2. Remove the laundry from the
appliance.
Make sure that the drum is empty.
3. Keep the door ajar, to prevent
mildew and odours.
4. Close the water tap.

12. DAILY USE - WASHING & DRYING

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

12.1 Non-Stop programme (Automatic washing & drying)

For NON-STOP programme the recommended load size is 3 kg for cotton and 2 kg for synthetic.
CAUTION! Do not use a dosing device/ball when carrying out a washing and drying programme.
1. Load the laundry one item at a time.
2. Put the detergent and the additives
in the appropriate compartment.
3. Turn the programme knob to the
required programme to switch the
machine on.
4. Set the available options.
To have a good drying performance do not exceed the maximum drying loads recommended in the user manual. Do not set a spin speed lower than the automatic speed of the set programme.

12.2 Washing & Timed Drying

To have a good drying the appliance does not let you set a too low spin speed for the items to be washed and dried.
1. Press the button Tiempo de secado
to set the drying time value.
After some seconds the display shows the final time value, that is the total duration of the washing and drying cycles (washing + drying + anti-crease + cooling phases).
2. Press Start/Pausa button to start the
programme.
The indicator comes on. The door is locked. The display shows regularly a new time value.

12.3 End of the programme

The appliance stops automatically. The acoustic signals operate (if they are active).
For more information see 'At the end of the drying programme " of the previous chapter.
1. Turn the selector dial to the position
Off to switch the machine off.
2. Remove the laundry from the
appliance. Make sure that the drum is empty.
3. Keep the door ajar, to prevent
mildew and odours.
4. Close the water tap.

12.4 Fluff in the fabrics

During the washing and/or drying phase, some types of fabric, (sponge, sweatshirt) could release fluff.
If you set only 10 minutes of drying after washing, the appliance calculates also the duration of the anti-crease and the cooling phases.
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The released fluff could stick to the fabrics during the next cycle.
This inconvenient increases with technical fabrics.
To prevent the fluff in your laundry, we recommend that you:
• To do not wash dark fabrics after you washed and dried light coloured

13. HINTS AND TIPS

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

13.1 The laundry load

• Divide the laundry in: white, coloured, synthetics, delicates and wool.
• Obey the washing instructions that are on the laundry care labels.
• Do not wash together white and coloured items.
• Some coloured items can discolour with the first wash. We recommend that you wash them separately for the first times.
• Button up pillowcases, close zippers, hooks and poppers. Tie up belts.
• Empty the pockets and unfold the items.
• Turn inside out multilayered fabrics, wool and items with painted illustrations.
• Remove hard stains.
• Wash with a special detergent heavy soil stains.
• Be careful with the curtains. Remove the hooks or put the curtains in a washing bag or pillowcase.
• Do not wash in the appliance laundry without hems or with cuts. Use a washing bag to wash small and/or delicate items (e.g. underwired bras, belts, tights, etc. ).
• A very small load can cause balance problems with the spin phase. If this occurs, adjust manually the items in the tub and start the spin phase again.

13.2 Stubborn stains

For some stains, water and detergent is not sufficient.
fabrics (new sponge, sweatshirt ) and the contrary.
• To dry this type of fabrics at open air when they are washed the first time.
• To clean the drain filter.
• After the drying phase, clean the empty drum, the gasket and the door with a wet cloth.
We recommend that you remove these stains before you put the items in the appliance.
Special stain removers are available. Use the special stain remover that is applicable to the type of stain and fabric.

13.3 Detergents and additives

• Only use detergents and additives specially made for washing machines:
– powder detergents for all types of
fabric,
– powder detergents for delicate
fabrics (40 °C max) and woollens,
– liquid detergents, preferably for
low temperature wash programmes (60 °C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only.
• Do not mix different types of detergents.
• To help the environment, do not use more than the correct quantity of detergent.
• Obey the instructions that you find on the on packaging of these products.
• Use the correct products for the type and colour of the fabric, the programme temperature and the level of soil.
• If your appliance has not the detergent dispenser with the flap device, add the liquid detergents with a dosing ball (supplied by the detergent's manufacturer).

13.4 Ecological hints

• Set a programme without the prewash phase to wash laundry with normal soil.
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• Always start a washing programme with the maximum load of laundry.
• If necessary, use a stain remover when you set a programme with a low temperature.
• To use the correct quantity of the detergent, check the water hardness of your domestic system

13.5 Water hardness

If the water hardness in your area is high or moderate, we recommend that you use a water softener for washing machines. In areas where the water hardness is soft it is not necessary to use a water softener.
To know the water hardness in your area, contact your local water authority.
Use the correct quantity of the water softener. Obey the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.

13.6 Drying hints

Prepare the drying cycle
• Open the water tap.
• Do a check if the connection of the drain hose is correct. Refer to installation chapter for more information.
• For the maximum laundry load of the drying programmes, refer to the drying programmes table.

13.8 Garment labels

When you dry the laundry, obey the indications on the labels of the manufacturers:
= The item can be tumble dried
= The drying cycle is at high temperature
= The drying cycle is at reduced temperature
= The item can not be tumble
• dried.

13.9 Drying cycle duration

The drying time can change depending on:
• speed of the last spin
• dryness level
• type of laundry
• weight of the load size

13.10 Additional drying

If, at the end of the drying programme, the laundry is still damp, set a short drying cycle again.
WARNING! To avoid creases of fabrics or shrinks of the clothing do not over dry the laundry.

13.7 Items to do not dry

Do no not set a drying programme for this laundry:
• Very delicate items.
• Synthetic curtains.
• Pieces of clothing with metal inserts.
• Nylon stockings.
• Quilts.
• Bed covers.
• Duvets.
• Anoraks.
• Sleeping bags
• Fabrics with residue of hair sprays, nail solvents or similar.
• Garments with foam-rubber or materials similar to foam-rubber.

13.11 General Tips

Refer to the «Drying programmes» table to find the average drying times. The experience will help you to dry the laundry in a more correct way. Take note of the duration drying time of the cycles done before.
To avoid the static charge at the end of the drying cycle:
1. Use fabric conditioner in the washing
cycle.
2. Use special fabric conditioner for
tumble dryers. When the drying programme is completed remove the laundry in a short time.

14. CARE AND CLEANING

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WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

14.1 External cleaning

Clean the appliance only with soap and warm water. Fully dry all the surfaces.
CAUTION!
Do not use alcohol, solvents or chemical products.

14.3 Maintenance wash

With the low temperature programmes it is possible that some detergent stays in the drum. Make regularly a maintenance wash. To do this:
• Remove the laundry from the drum.
• Set the cotton programme with the highest temperature with a small quantity of detergent.

14.4 Door seal

14.2 Descaling

If the water hardness in your area is high or moderate, we recommend that you use a water softener for washing machines.
Regularly examine the drum to prevent limescale and rust particles.
To remove rust particles use only special products for washing machine. Do this separately from the laundry wash.
Always obey the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.
Regularly examine the seal and remove all objects from the inner part.

14.5 Cleaning the detergent dispenser

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14.6 Cleaning the drain filter

The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if:
• The appliance does not empty and/or spin.
• The appliance makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump.
• A problem with water draining is detected (see chapter “Troubleshooting” for more details).
WARNING!
Before unscrewing the pump cover, switch the appliance off and remove the mains plug from the socket.
To clean the drain filter:
WARNING!
When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the filter. Never remove the filter cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When refitting the filter cover, ensure it is securely re-tightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it.
1. Unplug the appliance.
2. If it is necessary, wait until the water has cooled down.
3. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage.
A = Cover filter. B = Emergency emptying hose.
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5. When no more water comes out, unscrew the filter cover by turning it anti-clockwise and remove the filter. Use pliers, if necessary. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up any water spillages when removing the cover. Clean the filter under a tap, to remove any traces of fluff.
6. Remove foreign bodies and fluff from the filter seat and from the filter impeller.
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7. Check carefully whether the pump impeller rotates (it rotates jerkily). If it doesn’t rotate, please contact your Service Centre.
8. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. Replace the filter into the pump by inserting it correctly into the special guides. Screw the filter cover firmly by turning it clockwise.
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