AEG-Electrolux EWF14170W User Manual

WASHING MACHINE

LAVADORA

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

FOLLETO DE INSTRUCCIONES

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Dear customer,

Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners.

The symbols you will see on some paragraphs of this booklet have the following meaning:

The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance.

The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance.

Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol.

Our contribution to the protection of the

environment: we use environmentally

friendly paper.

Transport damages

When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre.

Contents

Warnings 3

Disposal 4

Tips for environmental protection 4

Technical specifications 4

Installation 5

Unpacking 5

Positioning 5

Water inlet 5

Water drainage 6

Electrical connection 6

Your new washing machine 7

Description of the appliance 7

Detergent dispenser drawer 7

Use 8

Control panel 8

Controls 8-13

Programme information 13

Washing hints 14

Sorting the laundry 14

Temperatures 14

Before loading the laundry 14

Maximum loads 14

Laundry weights 14

Removing stains 14

Detergents and additives 15

Internationnal wash code symbols 16

Operating sequence 17-19

Washing programmes 20-21

Maintenance 22

Bodywork 22

Door seal 22

Detergent dispenser drawer 22

Drain pump 22

Water inlet filter 23

Emergency emptying out 23

Frost precautions 23

Something not working? 24-25

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Warnings

The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

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Installation

• All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the instruction book.

• Any electrical work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified electrician.

• Any plumbing work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified plumber.

• After having installed the machine, check that it is not standing on its electrical supply cable.

• If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor, ensure that air can circulate freely between the feet and the floor.

Use

• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed.

• Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label.

• Do not overload the appliance. Follow the instructions in the instruction book.

• Make sure that all pockets are empty. Objects such as coins, safety pins, pins and screws can cause extensive damage.

• Do not machine wash garments saturated with petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc. If such fluids have been used to remove stains prior to washing, wait until they have completely evaporated from the fabric before placing garments in the appliance.

• Place small items such as socks, belts, etc. in a cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them getting trapped between the drum and the tub.

• Use only the recommended quantities of fabric softener. An excessive amount could damage the laundry.

• Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the appliance is not in use. This preserves the door seal and prevents the formation of musty smells.

• Always check that water has emptied out before opening the door. If not, drain the water following the instructions in the instruction book.

• Always unplug the appliance and shut the water tap after use.

General safety

• Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause serious danger. Contact your local Service Centre.

• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.

• During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do not touch it!

Child safety

• Children are often not aware of how dangerous electrical appliances can be. When the machine is working, children should be carefully supervised and not be allowed to play with the appliance.

• The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.

• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.

• When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug with the remaining cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children from becoming trapped inside while playing.

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Disposal

Packaging materials

The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable.

>PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene

This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers.

Tips for environmental protection

To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips:

• Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!).

• The machine works more economically if it is fully loaded.

• With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limited soiling can be removed; the laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature.

• Measure out detergent according to the water hardness, the degree of soiling and the quantity of laundry being washed.

Machine

Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy!

• The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused bu inappropraite waste handling of this product. For more detail information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

Technical specifications

DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm

Width 60 cm Depth 60 cm

MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 8.0 kg

Synthetics 3.5 kg

Delicates 3.5 kg

Woollens 2.0 kg

Hand wash 2.0 kg

Silk 1.0 kg

SPIN SPEED 1400 rpm max.

POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY 230 V/50 Hz TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2200W

MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10 A

WATER PRESSURE Minimum 500 kPa

Maximum 800 kPa

This appliance complies with the following EEC Directives:

73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 relating to low voltage 89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 relating to electromagnetic compatibility.

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Installation

Unpacking

All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance.

You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again.

1. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the two rear bottom screws. Slide out the two plastic pins. Lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor

5. Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw. Slide out the relevant pin.

6. Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope containing the instruction manual.

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2. Remove the polystyrene block(s) from the bottom of the machine and release the two plastic bags.

3. Very carefully slide out the left polythene bag, removing it towards the right and then downwards.

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4. Very carefully slide out the right polythene bag, removing it towards the left and then upwards. Remove the bottom cover placed into the drum of your appliance, lay it’s hook as the arrow ’A’ indicates and push the top of the cover to seal it closed

Important: You can find more detailed instructions regarding the bottom cover assembling in it’s relative bag.

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Positioning

Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the machine does not touch the wall or cupboard units. Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor.

Water inlet

Connect the water inlet hose to a tap with 3/4” BSP thread. Use the hose supplied with the washing machine. DO NOT USE OLD HOSES. The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the machine can be turned in any direction. Simply loosen the fitting, rotate the hose and retighten the fitting, making sure there are no water leaks.

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The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too

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short and you do not wish to move tap, you will have to purchase a new longer hose specially designed for this type of use

Water drainage

The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways:

Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine. In this

case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying. This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall.

In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must be above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm above the ground.

Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm. The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated, i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger than the outside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose must not be kinked. Run it along the floor; only the part near the drainage point must be raised.

Electrical connection

This machine is designed to operate on a 230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply.

Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use.

Connect the machine to an earthed socket.

The manufacturer declines any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution. Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by our Service Centre.

Important!

When the appliance is installed the power supply cable must be easily accessible.

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Your new washing machine

This new machine, which is fitted with the New Jet System, meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption.

• The special handwash programme with its new delicate wash system treats your delicate items with extreme care.

• The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care.

• The automatic cooling of the washing water from 95° to 60°C before draining will prevent old drain pipes from being deformed.

• The balance control device ensures the machine is stable during the spin.

Description of the appliance

1. Detergent dispenser drawer

2. Control panel

3. Door handle

4. Drain pump

5. Adjustable feet

6. Door lock indicator

Start/

Change

Options

SpinTemp.

Add Clothes

Exit

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Detergent dispenser drawer

Pre-wash

Main wash

Fabric softener, starch

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Use

Control panel

SpinTemp .

Exit

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Change

Options

1. Detergent Dispenser Drawer

The programme chart in English is in the interior part of the detergent dispenser drawer and the other language programme card is supplied with the manual booklet.

2. Programme selector dial

The programme selector dial is divided into four sections:

1. Cotton , Cotton 45 , Eco Cotton

(Blue section)

2. Synthetic (Green section)

3.Delicate , wool , handwash , silk , minipro 30 , Rinse , Drain , Spin and Delicate spin (Grey section)

4. Memory 1 , Memory 2 (Green section)

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3. Display

The display is used for setting a large number of functions and combine them with each other using only a few control elements (1 programme selector dial and 6 buttons)This simple control method is made easy, thanks to the interactive display. Interactive means that the washing machine display changes to reflect each step you have entered. This ensures that only those settings that make sense are made. You are able to see the current settings at any time in the information panel and in the option row.

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Cotton Cycle and at

95°C 1400

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

08.30

10.55

Exit

The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anti-clockwise. Position “Eco Cotton” corresponds to an energy saving programme for cotton and “Off” to reset programme or switching OFF the machine. At the end of programme, the selector dial must be turned to position “Off” to switch the machine OFF.

Attention !

If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is working, a warning message appears for 4 secconds on the display while the buzzer sounds 3 times.

1. Information panel shows the current settings

2. Real time clock

3. End cycle time

4. Selection shows temperature, spin speed, options and extras.

4. Temperature button “Temp.”

Press this button repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature, if you want your laundry to be washed at a temperature different from the one proposed by the washing machine. Maximum temperatures are 95°C for cotton , 60°C for synthetic fabrics , 40°C for delicate fabrics , wool and fabrics to be hand-washed

, 30°C for silk and Minipro 30 , while «O»

corresponds to cold wash.

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By pressing Temperature “Temp.” button, the relevant message will appear on the second row of the display (instead of «cycle end at»). In the corner of the third row appears the indication of the selected temperature.

Drain

To drain the water select Drain programme by means of the selector dial, then press the “Start/ Add clothes” button.

Spin

COTTON MAX 95°C

60°C

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

08.30

10.55

Exit

5. Spin Speed button “Spin”

Press this button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine.

COTTON MAX 1400

1400

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

08.30

10.55

Exit

To spin the laundry choose spin or delicate spin programme by means of the selector dial; select spin speed by means of button “Spin” and then press the “Start/ Add clothes” button.

Important!

Before choosing the programme Drain , Spin or Delicate Spin the selector dial has to be positioned on « » (OFF).

6. «Options», «Change» and «Exit»

buttons

Options button allows you to move through the

option icons.

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Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

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Maximum speeds are:

• for cotton : 1400 rpm.

• for wool , and Synthetics : 1000 rpm.

• for fabircs to be handwashed : 900 rpm.

• for delicate and minipro 30 : 800 rpm.

• for silk fabrics : 700 rpm;

By pressing the Spin speed button you can also choose No Spin option «O», Rinse Hold option and Night cycle option .

No spin «O» option eliminates all the spin phases and increases the rinses number for cottons and synthetics.

Rinse hold option : when you choose this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry.

Night cycle option : when you choose this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry.As all spinning phases are suppressed, this washing cycle is very noiseless and it can be selectionned at night or in times with a more economical power rate. On cotton and synthetic programmes the rinses will be performed with more water. To complete the cycle, choose one of the following programmes:

Change button allows you to select/change the status of the different icons.

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Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

Exit button allows you to return to the previous selection.

Cotton Cycle end at

60°C 1400

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

08.30

10.55

Exit

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Depending on the program, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired program and before pressing the “Start/ Add clothes” button. By pressing the "Options" button, all the symbol icons, allowed for the selected programme will appear in the display (allowed for the selected programme). The first option will start flashing. Its name and status will appear in the display. If you want to change the option status, press "Change" button. There will appear a line below the selected icon, indicating that the option is set. To select the other options press again the «Options» button and proceed as before. Once you have completed the selection of the options, pressing the «Exit» button, the selected icons will remain fixed in the display.

Note: To modify the already chosen option selections, repeat the previous procedure.

Important! While selecting the option, if you press the temperature “Temp.”, “Spin” , or “Start/ Add clothes”

button, the relative function will be executed.

EXTRA RINSE: this option can be selected with

all programmes, except the wool ,handwash programs and Mini programe .The machine will add 2 rinses for cottons and 1 rinse for synthetics , delicates and silk . This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft.

TIME SAVING: this option can be used for lightly soiled cotton, synthetic or delicates items in order to obtain a good washing program in a short time. The washing time will be reduced according to the type of fabric and the selected temperature. Selecting this option «Short» or «Very Short» will be shown in the display.

DELAY START: this option makes it possible to delay the starting of the washing program by 30 min 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour till 20 hours. The delay you have selected is indicated in the display.

you press the “Start/ Add clothes” button. If you have already pressed the “Start/ Add clothes” button and you wish to cancel the Delay time proceed as follows:

1. set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the “Start/ Add clothes” button;

2. deselect the Delay start option, changing the status;

3. press the “Start/ Add clothes” button to start the program.

Important!

The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing program again. The door will locked throughout the delay time. If you need to open the door, you must first set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the “Start/ Add clothes” button. After you have closed the door, press the Start/Add clothes button again. The Delay Start cannot be selected with SPIN/DELICATE SPIN and DRAIN programmes.

PREWASH: select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed before the main wash (not available for wool and handwash cycle, Minipro30 and silk programmes ). The Prewash ends with a short spin at 650 rpm in programmes for cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the program for delicate fabrics the water is only drained.

INTENSIVE: for heavy soiled laundry. This option can be selected only for cottons and synthetics. The washing time will be prolonged according to the cycle temperature and the fabric type.

EASY IRON: selecting this button the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform 6 rinses instead of 3 for cotton and 4 rinses instead of 3 for synthetics . This function can be used for cotton and synthetic fabrics. If this option is selected for cotton programmes, the spin speed automaticaly will reduce to 1000 rpm.

ENERGY SAVING: this option can be selected

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Temp. Spin

Options

Exit

Delay Start Start in 30 min 11.25

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

only for synthetics lightly or normally soiled with a temperature of 40°C or higher. The washing time will be prolonged. If you select 60°C-50°C-40°C, the washing temperature will be reduced to 42°C.

MENU:

Menu option is used for selecting various basic settings without affecting the particular wash

You must select this option after you have set the program and before you press the Start/Add clothes button .

programme. These basic settings will remain active until they are deselected/modified. To move through the different Menu settings use the «Options» button.

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MEMORY

Programme settings that are frequently used can be saved (e.g. cotton, 95°C, 1200 rpm, with time saving). There are 2 memory spaces available for this purpose. The saved programme can be selected in the same way as any other wash programme by means of the selector dial. Example: Cotton , 95°C, 1200 rpm, with Time saving.

1. Select the cycle and programme settings.

Example:

1. Enter the Menu option and select the sound setting.

Sound Normal

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

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Cotton Cycle end at

60°C 1400

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

08.30

10.55

Exit

2. Enter the Menu option and select one of the memory positions. A «Store programme?» message will appear in the display.

Setup

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

Memory 1 Store programme?

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

3. To memorise the selected programme press the «Change» button. «Stored» message will appear in the display.

2. Use the «Change» button to select the desired level.

Sound Low or No Sound

Change

Temp. Spin

Options

Exit

RINSE +

The washing machine is set such that its water consumption is extremely economical. For people with allergies and in areas where the water is very soft, it can however be helpful to use more water when rinsing. When you select RINSE +, 2 additional rinses will be carried out for cottons and 1 additional rinse for synthetics, delicates and silk items. If RINSE + has been selected, will appear in the option row.

Programme Stored

Change

Temp. Spin

Options

Exit

To change the memorized programme setting repeat the procedure from the beginning.

SOUND

The sound setting permits you to modify the volume of the sound emitter. You can choose between different levels: low, no sound and normal.

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Temp. Spin

Sprache DEUTCH

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Extra Rinse Yes 10.55

Exit

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

Einstellungen

Change

Exit

Temp. Spin

Options

Exit

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LANGUAGE

You can change the language setting if you would like the indicators in the display to appear in a different language.

Example:

1. Enter the Menu option and select the Language setting.

Language ENGLISH

Change

Temp. Spin

Options

Exit

CONTRAST

The Contrast setting allows you to modify the optical characteristic of the display. Example:

1. Enter the Menu option and select the Contrast setting.

2. Use the «Change» button to set up the desired contrast level.

Contrast

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Options

Change

Exit

Contrast

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

2. Press the «Change» button to select the desired Language.

Sprache DEUTCH

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

Einstellungen

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

CLOCK

The clock setting option permits you to set the current time in the memory. It is important to set it correctly as the display indicates the cycle end time when you select a programme (refer item 3). To set the current time of day:

1.Turn the power ON and select any Programme. (E.g. Cotton)

2.Press the <<OPTIONS>> button repeatedly until “Setup” appears in the display.

3.Press the <<CHANGE>> button to select the “Setup” function.

4.Press the <<OPTIONS>> button repeatedly until “Clock: Set Time” appears in the display.

5.Set the time by pressing the <<CHANGE>> button. A short press will advance the time by 1 minute.Hold the << CHANGE>> button down and the time will advance in 10 minute increments.

6.Press the << EXIT>> button.

BRIGHTNESS

The Brightness setting allows you to modify the backlight intensity of the display. Example:

1. Enter the Menu option and select the Brightness setting.

2. Use the "Change"button to set up the desired brightness level.

Brightness

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

Brightness

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

Exit

Note:

At the end of the programme if no button is pressed for approximately 10 minutes the backlight intensity goes off.

Change

14.46

Exit

Clock Set Time

Temp. Spin

Options

Change

14.45

Exit

Clock Set Time

Temp. Spin

Options

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7.Start/Add Clothes button

This button has 2 functions:

Start: after you have selected the desired programme and options, press this button to start the washing machine. The light close to the

button will stop flashing and remain lit. If you have selected a delay time option, the countdown will begin and will be shown on the display.

Pause: When you press this button again,

the programme in progress is interrupted . The

light close to the button will start flashing. To

restart the programme, press the button again. When you press “Start/ Add clothes” button, it becomes possible to open the door if:

the washing machine is not in the heating phase; the level of the water is not high;

the drum is not turning. Important! You must pause the washing machine before you make any change in the programme in progress, by pressing “Start/ Add clothes” button.

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Washing hints

Sorting the laundry

Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens.

Temperatures

90°-95° for normally soiled white cottons and linen

(e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...)

50°-60° for normally soiled, colour fast garments

(e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas....) in

linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e.g. underwear).

0 (cold) for delicate items (e.g. net curtains), mixed 30°-40° laundry including synthetic fibres and

woollens bearing the label «pure new wool, machine washable, non-shrink».

Before loading the laundry

Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their “whiteness” in the wash.

New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately the first time.

Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins).

Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes.

Remove persistent stains before washing. Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste.

Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.

Maximum loads

Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts.

General rules:

Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed;

Synthetics: drum no more than half full;

Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than

one third full.

Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy.

For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.

Laundry weights

The following weights are indicative:

bathrobe 1200 g

napkin 100 g

quilt cover 700 g

sheet 500 g

pillow case 200 g

tablecloth 250 g

towels 200 g

tea cloth 100 g

night dress 200 g

ladies’ briefs 100 g

man’s work shirt 600 g

man’s shirt 200 g

man’s pyjamas 500 g

blouse 100 g

men’s underpants 100 g

Removing stains

Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing.

Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water.

Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times.

Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth.

Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole.

Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only).

Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only).

Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain.

Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Remove any residual marks from white fabrics with bleach.

Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.

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Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly.

Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzene, then rub with detergent paste.

(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.

Detergents and additives

Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature.

The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling.

Only low suds frontload washing detergents should be used in this appliance:

– powder detergents for all types of fabric,

– powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°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.

The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme.

If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected.

The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent.

Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme.

Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme.

Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX»

mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.

Quantity of detergent to be used

The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used.

Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority.

Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use.

Use less detergent if: – you are washing a small load, – the laundry is lightly soiled, – large amounts of foam form during washing.

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