user manual
Washing Machine
EWS 12971 W - EWS 14971 W
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Contents
Safety information 2
Product description 4
Control panel 5
First use 5
Personalisation 6
Daily use 7
Helpful hints and tips 13
Washing programmes 15
Subject to change without notice
Care and cleaning 17
What to do if… 21
Technical data 23
Consumption values 24
Installation 24
Electrical connection 27
Environment concerns 27
Safety information
Important! Read carefully & keep for future
reference.
• The safety of Your appliance complies with
the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances.
However, as manufacturers, we feel it is
our duty to provide the following safety
notes.
• It is most important that this instruction
book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another
owner, or should you move house and
leave the appliance, always ensure that the
book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know
the functioning of the appliance and the
relevant warnings.
• You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
• Before first starting up, check the appliance for any damage incurred during
transport. Never connect up a damaged
appliance . If parts are damaged, contact
your supplier.
• If the appliance is delivered in the winter
months when there are minus temperatures. Store it at room temperature for 24
hours before using for the first time.
General safety
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
attempt to modify this product in any way.
• During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do
not touch it!
• Make sure that small pets do not climb into
the drum. To avoid this, please check into
the drum before using.
• Any objects such as coins, safety pins,
nails, screws, stones or any other hard,
sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine.
• Only use the advised quantities of fabric
softener and detergent. Damage to the
fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the
manufacturer’s recommendations of
quantities.
• Wash small items such as socks, laces,
washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to
slip down between the tub and the inner
drum.
• Do not use your washing machine to wash
articles with whalebones, material without
hems or torn material.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off
the water supply after use, cleaning and
maintenance.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced people
may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.
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Installation
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be
taken when moving it.
• When unpacking the appliance, check that
it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it
and contact the Service Centre.
• All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can
occur to the product and to property if this
is not adhered to. See relevant section in
the user manual.
• After having installed the appliance, check
that it is not standing on the inlet and drain
hose and the worktop is not pressing the
electrical supply cable against the wall.
• If the machine is situated on a carpeted
floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely under the appliance.
• Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after
the installation.
• If the appliance is installed in a location
subject to frost, please read the “dangers
of freezing” chapter.
• Any plumbing work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
• Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
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. See the
Washing Programme Table.
• Before washing, ensure that all pockets
are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink,
rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.
• Garments which have been in contact with
volatile petroleum products should not be
machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids
are used, care should be taken to ensure
that the fluid is removed from the garment
before placing in the machine.
• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always
take hold of the plug itself.
• Never use the appliance if the power supply cable, the control panel, the working
surface or the base are damaged so that
the inside of the washing machine is accessible.
Child safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by
person (including children) with reduced
physical sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• 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.
• Make sure that children or pets do not
climb into the drum. To prevent children
and pets becoming trapped inside the
drum the machine incorporates a special
feature. To activate this device, rotate the
button (without pressing it) inside the door
clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If
necessary use a coin.
To disable this device and restore the possibility of closing the door, rotate the button counterclockwise until the groove is
vertical.
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Product description
Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry
with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Its new washing system allows total
use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.
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1 Detergent dispenser drawer
2 Control panel
3 Door opening handle
Detergent dispenser drawer
Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak phase or for stain remover
used during the stain action phase (if available). The prewash and soak detergent is
added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during
the stain action phase.
Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. If using liquid detergent pour it just before starting the programme.
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric
softener, starch).
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not
exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent
dispenser drawer. Any fabric softener or
starching additives must be poured into the
compartment before starting the wash programme.
4 Rating Plate
5 Drain pump
6 Adjustable feet
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Control panel
Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as well as
the buttons, pilot lights and the display. These are presented by relevant numbers on
the following pages.
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1. Programme selector dial
2. Display
3. Temperature button
4. Spin reduction button
= Time Manager Programmes
= Synthetics = Delicates
= Wool = Handwash
= Silk = Spin
= Drain = Rinses
= Special Programmes = 14 Minutes
= Blanket = Save Energy (Economy)
= Favourite Programmes = Temperature
= Option buttons OK Confirm button
= Start/Pause
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3 4 5 6 7 8
First use
• Ensure that the electrical and water
connections comply with the installation instructions.
• Remove the polystyrene block and
any material from the drum.
5. Option buttons
6. Confirm button
7. Start/Pause button
8. Time manger buttons
= Cottons
+/-
• Before the first wash, run a cotton cycle at the highest temperature without
any laundry in the machine, to remove
any manufacturing residue from the
drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of
= Time Manager
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detergent into the main wash compartment and start the machine.
Personalisation
Setting the language
When switching on the appliance for the first
time, by turning the programme selector dial
( 1 ), you must set the desired language.
When you switch the appliance on again all
messages appear in this language.
Important!
If the display doesn’t show any language, the
appliance has already been switched on
once. In such case, if you want to change the
language setting, press at the same time the
buttons 3 and 4 for about 6 seconds to activate the menu language. Press the buttons
5 (Up
languages. Press the button 6 twice to confirm your choice.
Setting the time
After the desired language you must set the
time before the first wash.
Remember to change the setting time in accordance with daylight-savings time or solar
time.
The clock setting permits you to modify/set
up the current time. It is important to keep it
updated as the current END Cycle Time depends on it.
With a short/single time pressure of the buttons 5 , the time varies minute by minute.
With a continue pressure of the same buttons, the time varies 10 minutes by 10 minutes. Press the button 6 to fix the current
time.
Important!
If the appliance has already been switched
on once, press the buttons 5 to activate the
Options menu.
By pressing again the same buttons you can
move through all the available options till
when you locate the «Settings» menu .
Press the button 6 to have access in the
menu. Press the buttons 5 to scroll all the
settings till «Time» appears and press button
6 to confirm your choice and then set the
clock.
Customize your appliance
This appliance is provided with a «Settings»
menu that allows you to modify the factory
settings as you want.
or Down ) to scroll all the available
When you switch the appliance on, by turning the programme selector dial ( 1 ), press
the buttons 5 to activate the Options menu.
By pressing again the same buttons you can
move through all the available options till
when you locate the «Settings» menu. Press
the button 6 to have access in the menu.
Press again buttons 5 to scroll all the settings
and press the button 6 to confirm your
choice.
Set the sound volume
The «Volume» setting permits you to modify
the volume of the sound. Press the buttons
5 to choose between different volume levels
from 0 to 9 (0 = no sound; 9 = max.).
Press the button 6 to confirm your choice.
Child Lock
Your appliance is provided with a CHILD
SAFETY LOCK, which allows you to leave the
appliance not supervised with the door
closed without having the worry that children
might be injured by or cause damage to the
appliance.
Set this option before pressing the button 7
and after having selected the required washing programme.
This function remains enable also when the
appliance is not working.
Set the «Child lock»:
•
press the buttons
menu
• press the buttons 5 up or down to set the
«Child lock»
•press the button 6 to enable this option.
The corresponding icon changes your status from Off to On and the following mes-
sage appears on the display: «Press
and together for 5 seconds to unlock
machine».
5 to activate the options
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•
press the button 3 or 4 the display returns
the default status.
If you press any key after the programme has
started with «Child lock» enabled, the display
shows the message «Machine is locked, use
key combination to unlock it».
At the end of the programme it is necessary
to press simultaneously both buttons 5 for
some seconds until the display will show the
message «Machine unlocked» to select a
new programme.
Set the brightness
The «Brightness» setting allows you to modify the backlight intensity of the display.
Press the buttons 5 to increase or decrease
the brightness.
You can choose between different levels
from 0 to 9 ( 0 = min. - 9 = max.).
Press the button 6 to confirm your choice.
Set the contrast
The «Contrast» setting allows you to modify
the optical characteristic of the display.
Press the buttons 5 to increase or decrease
the contrast.
You can choose between different levels
from 0 to 9 ( 0 = min. - 9 = max.).
Daily use
Load the laundry
Open the door by carefully pulling the door
handle outwards. Place the laundry in the
drum, one item at a time, shaking them out
as much as possible. Close the door.
Reset settings
The «Reset Settings» function allows you to
apply the factory settings again
Press the button 6 to activate this function.
Press the button 6 to confirm your choice.
Return to main menu
This setting function allows you to return to
the options menu.
Locate the «Back»
buttons 5 .
Press the button 6 to confirm your choice.
Acoustic signals
The machine is provided with an acoustic
device, which sounds in the following cases:
• by turning the selector dial ;
• by pressing the button 7 ;
• at the end of the cycle ;
• in the event of operating problems .
If you want disable the acoustic signals, except for the event of operating problems,
please refer to the previous chapter «Set the
sound volume».
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener
Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops.
Measure out the amount of detergent required, pour it into the main wash compartment
if the selected programme/option it requires
(see more details in «Detergent dispenser
drawer»).
or in the appropriate compartment
option by pressing the
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2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.6
The button 7 starts blinking.
The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position O to Reset
programme/ Switching OFF of the machine.
At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position O, to
If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked
(the amount used must
not exceed the «MAX» mark in the drawer).
Close the drawer gently.
switch the machine off.
Important! If you turn the programme
selector dial to another programme when the
machine is working, on the display will
appear the following message: «Please turn
programme selector in the last used
position».
The machine will not perform the new selected programme.
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 8 buttons). This simple control
method is made easy thanks to the interactive display. Interactive means that
the appliance display changes to reflect
each step you have entered. This en-
Select the required programme
Turn the programme selector dial ( 1 ) to the
required programme. When the appliance is
switched on, a friendly jingle can be heard, at
the same time the brand logo appears on the
display and, for few seconds, a short description of the selected programme is
shown in last 2 rows of the display.
After having selected the programme, the
appliance will propose on the display ( 2 ) the
following information:
2.1 temperature
2.2 spin speed
2.3 selectable option icons
2.4 soil degree
1)
2.5 washing programme duration
sures to set the possible settings only.
You are able to see the current settings
at any time in the information panel and
in the option rows.
The display shows the following information:
• Duration of the selected programme
After selecting a programme, the duration
of the washing programme ( 2.5 ) and the
extimated end of cycle ( 2.6 ) are displayed
in hours and minutes (for example 20:33 ).
The duration is calculated automatically on
the basis of the maximum recommended
load for each type of fabric.
After the programme has started, the time
remaining is updated every minute.
2.6 the estimated time end of washing cycle
1) With Cottons , Synthetics and Delicates programmes only.
2.5
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Programme progress display
After you have pressed the button 7 , the
display shows the running phase. On the
display you can see the symbol of the selected type of fabric, the current phase, the
duration of the wash programme and the
end of cycle. When the machine performs
the washing phase the display shows also
some animated bubbles that simulate the
moving of the water.
See the below picture:
• Delay
The selected delay time value (up to 20
hours max.) appears in the position 2.5 of
the display (when the appliance start op-
erating) close to the relevant icon
is lighted-on. The delay time value decreases every minute.
• Alarm codes
In the event of operating problems, some
alarm codes can be displayed, for example
«Cannot fill water. Please check that the
tap is open and then press
» (see the
chapter «What to do if...»).
• End of programme
When the programme has finished the
messages «Door Unlocked» and «Finish-
ed» appear alternatively. The door
remains on to inform that the wash cycle
has finished and the door can be opened.
Stand by mode
If your laundry is not removed during 10
minutes after the programme is finished,
the backlight of the display switches off
and the energy saving system will be enabled.
Only the pilot light of the button 7 still
blinks to indicate that you must switch
the appliance off.
Press any buttons will come out from the
energy saving status and you could set
another washing programme or switch
the appliance off.
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Programme Option buttons
Depending on the programme, different
functions can be combined. These must
be selected after choosing the desired
programme and before pressing the
button 7 .
Important! For the compatibility among the
washing programmes and options, refer to
«Washing programmes».
Select the temperature (button 3)
Press the button 3 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 appliance (position
2.1 in the display).
Important! To see the maximum and
minimum temperatures allowed for each
washing programmes, refer to «Washing
programmes».
= Cold Wash.
Select the spin speed or No spin or Night
Cycle or Rinse Hold option (button 4)
Press the button 4 repeatedly to change the
spin speed, if you want your laundry to be
spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the appliance.
Important! The maximum spin speed
provided for the selected washing
programme appears in the display ( 2.2 ).
By pressing the button 4 it is also possible to
select one of the following options:
No spin : option eliminates all the spin
phases and increases the number of rinses
in some programmes.
Rinse Hold : by selecting this option the
water of the last rinse is not emptied out to
prevent the fabrics from creasing. When the
programme has finished the display shows
the icon of the selected programme and the
message «Finished», while on the display
( 2.5 and 2.6 ) the end cycle and the current
time appear. The buzzer sounds a short jingle
(if it’s activated), the pilot light of the button
7 is off and the door is locked to indicate that
the water must be emptied out.
To empty out the water, please read the
paragraph «At the end of the programme».
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Night Cycle : by selecting 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
performed at night or in times with a more
economical power rate. In some programmes the rinses will be performed with
more water.
When the programme has finished the display shows the icon of the selected programme, below the icon of the selected programme and the message «Finished», while
on display ( 2.5 and 2.6 ) the end cycle and
the current time appear. The pilot light of the
button 7 is off and the door is locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out.
To empty out the water, please read the
paragraph «At the end of the programme».
Select the options
Depending on the selected programme only
certain options are available and shown during the selection phase on the display ( 2.3
and 2.4 ).
Note: Not all the options are compatible
among themselves. The not compatible option icons will disappear.
Important! For the compatibility among the
washing programmes and options, refer to
«Washing programmes».
To select the desired options, first turn the
selector dial ( 1 ) to desired programme and
don’t press the button 7 .
Press the buttons 5 , you can activate the
options menu. Using Up
or Down button you can move through all the available
options.
The display will show, using all the visible
area, the selected option in highlighted
mode. The corresponding icon will appear on
the right side of the display and just below it,
a short message describes the status of the
option («Off» or «On»). See the below example:
Press the button 6 to activate and confirm
your choice, press it again to deactivate the
selected option.
Once you have completed the selection of
the options, press the buttons 3 or 4 or simply wait 10 seconds to return the display in
the default status.
The selected icons will be shown on the display.
Prewash : select this option if you wish
your laundry to be prewashed before the
main wash.
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 drained only .
Easy Iron : selecting this option the laun-
dry is gently washed and spun to avoid any
creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform some additional rinses. If this option is selected for
cotton programmes, the spin speed automatically will reduce to 900 rpm.
Extra Rinse : this option is recommen-
ded for people who are allergic to detergents,
and in areas where the water is very soft. The
machine performs some additional rinses.
End Time (Delay Start) : this option al-
lows to delay the starting of the washing pro-
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gram by 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours
and then by 1 hour till 20 hours. The delay
you have selected is indicated on the display.
The end time will increase in order to show
you the selected delay.
You must select this option after you have set
the programme and before you press the
button 7 .
If you wish to add laundry in the machine
during the delay time you will press the button 7 to put the machine in pause.
Add the laundry, close the door and press
the button 7 again.
You can cancel the delay time at any moment, before you press the button 7 .
Selecting the delayed start
•
by pressing Up
or Down button you
can move through the options menu till you
locate «End Time»
• press the button 6 to activate this option
(the visualized time starts blinking)
•
by pressing Up
or Down button you
can increase or decrease the delay time
• press button 6 to confirm your delay
• press the buttons 3 or 4 to return the dis-
play to the default status
• press the button 7 to start the programme.
The programme will start after the selected
delay has expired
Cancelling the delayed start
•
press the button 7 to pause the appliance
•
press Up
or Down button to move
through the options menu till you locate
«End Time»
•
press 6 button to activate this option (the
visualized time starts to flash)
•
by pressing Down
button you can de-
crease the «End Time» to the current time.
•
press the button 6 to confirm your choice
• press the button 3 or 4 to return the display
to the default status
• press the button 7 to start the programme
immediately.
The Delay Start cannot be selected with
Drain
programme.
Favourite : programme settings that are
frequently used can be saved (e.g. cotton,
60°C, 1200 rpm, with Prewash and Extra
Rinse). There are 2 memory spaces available
for this purpose in the last 2 positions of the
programme selector dial ( 1 ). The saved programme can be selected in the same way as
any other wash programme by means of the
selector dial.
Saving favourite programme:
• select the desired programme and required options
•
press the buttons 5 to activate the options
menu
•
press the Up
or Down button to lo-
cate the «Save Favourite» option and press
the button 6
•
press the Up
or Down button to select one of the favourite position (1-2) to
memorize your customized programme
•
press the button 6 to save the selected
programme. On the display appears the
message «Saved» in highlighted mode.
• by pressing the button 3 or 4 the display
returns the default status.
To change the memorized programme setting repeat the procedure from the beginning.
Note
If the memory space is already used by a
programme previously selected, the display
will show the message «Favourite already
used. Press button 6 to over write it. Press
or to cancel», then press the button
6 to memorize the new programme.
The favourite programmes cannot be
erased, but you can over write them by selecting a different programme.
Wash Guide : this appliance is provided
with a «Wash Guide» menu that allows you
to select the most suitable temperature, spin
speed and options to wash your laundry.
In the «Wash Guide» menu you can also locate a «Stain Guide», that contains important
informations on how to remove the most rappresentative stains, and a «Demo Mode» ideal for shop floor demonstrations (not suitable
for the customer).
Select the «Wash Guide»:
•
press the buttons 5 to activate the options
menu
•
press the Up
or Down button to locate the «Wash Guide» option
•
press the button 6 to enter into the «Wash
Guide» menu
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•
by pressing the Up
or Down button
you can move through the following list:
Temperature Guide, Spin Speed Guide,
Option Guide, Stain Guide and Demo
Mode
• press the button 6 to enter into the selec-
ted help Guide and by pressing the Up
or Down you can read all the ex-
planations of the selected one
• to consult the informations of another
Guide you must return to the «Wash
Guide» menu selecting the «Back»
symbol and repeat the procedure starting
from the 4th point
• by pressing the button 3 or 4 the display
returns to the default status.
Select the «Time Manager» option
(buttons 8)
This function allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed by the appliance. By pressing the «Time Manager»
buttons « +/- » repeatedly, the duration of the
washing cycle can be increased or decreased.
The Time Manager option cannot be selected with Economy programme.
The soil level icon
appears on the display
and it changes according to soil degree you
have chosen.
Soil Level Icon Type of fabric
Intensive For heavy soiled
Normal For normal soiled
Daily For daily soiled items
Light For slightly soiled
Quick For very slightly
Super Quick
1) We recommend you to reduce the load sizes
(see «Washing Programmes» table).
1)
items
items
items
soiled items
For items used or
worn for a short time
Note
Once the programme has started the “Time
Manager” option cannot be changed.
The availability of these soil level icons
change according to the type of fabric as
shown in the chart.
Fabric Soil Level
Cottons
95°/90°C X X X X X X
60°C/50°C X X X X X X
40°C X X X X X X
30°C X X X X X X
Cold X X X X X X
Synthetics
60°C/50°C X X X X
40°C X X X X
30°C X X X X
Cold X X X X
Delicates
40°C X X X X
30°C X X X X
Cold X X X X
Press the button 7 to start the
programme
To start the selected programme, press the
button 7 ; the green pilot light stops blinking.
On the display will appear the icon, and alternatively the name and the running phase
of the selected programme to indicate that
the appliance starts operating and the door
is locked.
To interrupt a programme which is running,
press the button 7 : the green pilot light starts
blinking and the icon of the selected programme appears on the display, the message «Press
to continue» appears for
some seconds and then the message
«Paused» to indicate that the appliance is
paused. To restart the programme from the
point at which it was interrupted, press the
button 7 again .
If you have chosen a delayed start, the appliance will begin the countdown.
Altering an option or a running
programme
It is possible to change only the options vizualised on the display by pressing the but-
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tons 5 ( Up or Down ) before the programme
carries them out. Before you make any
change, you must pause the appliance by
pressing the button 7 .
Changing a running programme is possible
only by resetting it . Turn the programme
selector dial to O and then to the new programme position, press the button 6 to cancel the previous washing programme. Start
the new programme by pressing the button
7 again. The washing water in the tub will not
emptied out.
Interrupting a programme
Press the button 7 to interrupt a programme
which is running, the corresponding light
starts blinking. Press the button again to restart the programme.
Cancelling a programme
Turn the selector dial to O and then in the
new selected programme. Press the button
6 to cancel the programme which is running.
Now press the button 7 to start the new programme.
Opening the door after the programme
has started
Press the button 7 to set the machine to
pause. The corresponding message will appear on the display.
If the door cannot be opened, this means
that the appliance is already heating, that the
water level is above the bottom edge of the
door.
In this case the door can not be opened.
If you cannot open the door but you need to
open it you have to switch the machine off by
turning the selector dial to O . After some minutes the door can be opened ( pay atten-
tion to the water level and temperature! ).
At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically.
If the Rinse Hold or Night Cycle options
have been selected, the pilot light of button
7 goes off, the icon of the selected programme and the message «Finished» appears on the display and the door remains
locked to indicate that the water must be
emptied out before opening the door.
To empty out the water :
• select the draining or spinning programme
• reduce the spin speed if needed, by
means of the relevant button
•press button 7
• at the end of the programme, the display
shows the
the «Door Unlocked» and «Finished» messages. The door can be opened.
Turn the programme selector dial to O to
switch the appliance off. Remove the laundry
from the drum and carefully check that the
drum is empty.
If 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.
(Door) icon and alternately
Helpful hints and tips
Sorting out 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.
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.
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.
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
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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 ace-
2)
tone
, lay the garment on a soft cloth and
dab the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above,
then treat stains with methylated spirits.
Treat any residual marks 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.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten
the fabric first with acetone
2)
, 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 benzine, then rub with detergent paste.
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.
All commonly available washing machine detergents may 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 liquid detergents, a programme
without prewash must be selected.
Your appliance incorporates a recirculation
system which allows an optimal use of the
concentrated detergent.
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.
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.
Degrees of water hardness
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. If the water hardness degree is medium or high we suggest
you to add a water softener following always
the manufacturer’s instructions. When the
degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent.
2) do not use acetone on artificial silk
Washing programmes
Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
COTTONS
90°-Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm
Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm
Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg
For white and coloured cotton (normally soiled
items).
SYNTHETICS
60°-Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load
Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
DELICATES
40°-Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load
Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.
WOOL
40°-Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1000 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Washing programme for machine washable wool as
well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics.
Note : A single or bulky item may cause imbalance. If
the appliance doesn’t perform the final spin phase, add
more items, redistribute the load manually and then select the spinning programme.
HAND WASH
40°-Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1000 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Special programme for delicate fabrics with «hand
washing» care symbol..
SILK
30°-Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load 1 kg
Delicate washing programme suitable for silk and mixed
synthetic items.
1,5 kg
1,5 kg
1)
1)
1)
Options
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CY-
CLE, PREWASH,
EASY IRON, EXTRA
RINSE, TIME MAN-
AGER
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CY-
CLE, PREWASH, EX-
TRA RINSE, TIME
MANAGER
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CY-
CLE, PREWASH, EX-
TRA RINSE, TIME
MANAGER
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CYCLE
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CYCLE
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CYCLE
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Detergent
Compartment
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Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Options
Detergent
Compartment
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
SPIN
SPIN REDUCTION
Drain and long spin
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm
Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
Separate spin for hand washed garments and after programmes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option
selected. You can choose the spin speed by pressing
the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.
DRAIN
Draining of water
Max. load 6 kg
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option
selected.
RINSES
Rinses - Long spin
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm
Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CY-
CLE, EASY IRON, EX-
TRA RINSE
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. The
machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final long spin.
The spin speed can be reduced.
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30°
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Ideal for laundry which needs freshening up only .
BLANKET
SPIN REDUCTION
40° -30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load 2,5 kg
For a single washable synthetic blanket or duvet.
COTTON ECO
90° -40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm
Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
/OFF
SPIN REDUCTION,
NO SPIN, RINSE
HOLD, NIGHT CY-
CLE, PREWASH,
EASY IRON, EXTRA
RINSE
For cancelling the programme which is running or to
switch the machine off .
1) If you select the Super Quick option by pressing button 8 , we recommend that you reduce the
maximum load as indicated. Full loading is possible however with somewhat reduced cleaning results.
Care and cleaning
Warning! You must disconnect the
appliance from the electricity supply,
before you can carry out any cleaning or
maintenance work.
Descaling
The water we use normally contains lime. It
is a good idea to periodically use a water
softening powder in the machine. Do this
separately from any laundry washing, and
according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent
the formation of lime deposits.
After each wash
Leave the door open for a while. This helps
to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming inside the appliance. Keeping the door
open after a wash will also help to preserve
the door seal.
Maintenance wash
With the use of low temperature washes it is
possible to get a build up of residues inside
the drum.
We recommend that a maintenance wash be
performed on a regular basis.
To run a maintenance wash:
• The drum should be empty of laundry.
• Select the hottest cotton wash programme.
• Use a normal measure of detergent, must
be a powder with biological properties.
External cleaning
Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance
with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly.
Important! Do not use methylated spirits,
solvents or similar products to clean the
cabinet.
Cleaning the dispenser drawer
The detergent dispenser drawer should be
cleaned regularly.
The washing powder and additive dispenser
drawer should be cleaned regularly.
Remove the drawer by pressing the catch
downwards and by pulling it out.
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Flush it out under a tap, to remove any traces
of accumulated powder.
To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive
compartment should be removed. Clean all
parts with water.
Clean the chamber of dispenser drawer with
a brush.
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Washing drum
Rust deposits in the drum may occur due to
rusting foreign bodies in the washing or tap
water containing iron.
Important! Do not clean the drum with
acidic descaling agents, scouring agents
containing chlorine or iron or steel wool.
1. Remove any rust deposits on the drum
with a cleaning agent for stainless steel.
2. Run a washing cycle without any washing
to clean off any cleaning agent residues.
Programme: Short Cotton Programme at
maximum temperature and add approx.
1/4 measuring cup of detergent.
Door seal
Check from time to time the door seal and
eliminate eventual possible objects that
could be trapped in the fold.
Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and
particularly if:
• the machine does not empty and/or spin
• the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety
pins, coins etc. blocking the pump.
Proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the appliance.
2. If necessary wait until the water has
cooled down.
3. Open the pump door levering on the
groove with a coin (or with the suitable
tool, that you can find in the bag containing the instruction booklet, depending on the model).
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4. Place a bowl with a small edge close to
the pump to collect any spillage.
5. Pull out the emergency emptying cap
from the filter cover, using a pliers.
6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover, using a pliers,
and remove the filter. Always keep a rag
nearby to dry up spillage of water when
removing the cover.
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9. Replace the emergency emptying cap
into the filter cover and fix it firmly.
7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it.
8. Replace the filter into the pump paying
attention to insert it properly. When
done, screw it firmly.
10. Close the pump door.
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Warning! When the appliance is in use
and depending on the programme
selected there can be hot water in the
pump. Never remove the pump cover
during a wash cycle, always wait until the
appliance has finished the cycle, and is
empty. When replacing the cover,
ensure it is securely re-tightened so as
to stop leaks and young children being
able to remove it.
Cleaning the water inlet filter
If you notice that the machine is taking longer
to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet
hose is not blocked.
1. Turn off the water tap.
2. Unscrew the hose from the tap.
3. Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff
brush.
4. Screw the hose back onto the tap.
Emergency emptying out
If the water is not discharged, proceed as
follows to empty out the machine:
1. pull out the plug from the power socket;
2. close the water tap;
3. if necessary, wait until the water has
cooled down;
4. open the pump door;
5. place a bowl on the floor. Remove the
emergency emptying cap from the filter.
The water should drain by gravity into the
bowl. When the bowl is full, refit the cap
into the filter. Empty the bowl. Repeat the
procedure until water stops flowing out;
6. clean the pump if necessary as previously
described;
7. screw the pump again and close the
door.
Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place where the
temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed
as follows:
1. Pull out the plug from the power socket.
2. Turn off the water tap.
3. Unscrew the inlet hose.
4. Place the end of the inlet hose in a bowl
placed on the floor, open the emergency
emptying cup of the filter and let water
drain out.
5. Refit the emergency emptying cap into
the filter and screw the water inlet hose
back.
6. When you intend to start the machine up
again, make sure that the room temperature is above 0°C.
What to do if…
Certain problems are due to lack of simple
maintenance or oversights, which can be
solved easily without calling out an engineer.
Before contacting your local Service Centre,
please carry out the checks listed below.
During machine operation it is possible that
the red pilot light of button 7 blinks, one of
the following alarm codes appears on the
display and some acoustic signals sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine
is not working:
• Problem with the water supply: «Cannot fill
water. Please check that the tap is open
and then press
Problem Possible cause/Solution
The machine does not start:
The machine does not fill:
».
The door has not been closed. («Please check that the door is
closed properly and then press
•Close the door firmly.
The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket.
• Insert the plug into the power socket.
There is no power at the socket.
• Please check your domestic electrical installation.
The main fuse has blown.
• Replace the fuse.
The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the button 7 has not
been pressed.
•
Please turn the selector dial and press the button 7 again.
The delay start has been selected.
• If the laundry are to be washed immediately, cancel the delay start.
The Child Safety Lock has been activated.
• Deactivate the Child Safety Lock.
The water tap is closed. («Cannot fill water. Please that the tap
is open and then press
•Open the water tap.
The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. («Cannot fill water. Please
that the tap is open and then press
• Check the inlet hose connection.
The filter in the inlet hose is blocked. («Cannot fill water. Please
that the tap is open and then press
• Clean the water inlet hose filter.
The door is not properly closed. («Cannot fill water. Please that
the tap is open and then press
•Close the door firmly.
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• Problem with the water draining: «Cannot
drain the water. Please check that the filter
is clean and then press
».
• Door open: «Please check that the door is
closed properly and then press
».
Once the problem has been eliminated,
press the button 7 to restart the programme.
If after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.
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Problem Possible cause/Solution
The machine does not empty and/or does not spin:
There is water on the floor:
Unsatisfactory washing results:
The door will not open:
The machine vibrates is
noisy:
The drain hose is squashed or kinked. («Cannot drain the water.
Please check that the filter is clean and then press
»)
• Check the drain hose connection.
The drain filter is clogged. («Cannot drain the water. Please
check that the filter is clean and then press
»)
• Clean the drain filter.
An option or a programme that ends with the water still in the tub or
a that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected.
• Select the draining or spinning programme.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much
foam) has been used.
• Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one.
Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings.
It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose;
check to see if it is damp.
• Check the water inlet hose connection.
The drain or inlet hose is damaged.
• Replace it with a new one.
The emergency emptying cap has not been replaced into the filter
or the filter has not been properly screwed in after cleaning action.
• Refit the emergency emptying cap or screw the filter fully in.
Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used.
• Increase the detergent quantity or use another one.
Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing.
• Use commercial products to treat the stubborn stains.
The correct temperature was not selected.
• Check if you have selected the correct temperature.
Excessive laundry load.
• Reduce the laundry load.
The programme is still running.
• Wait the end of washing cycle.
The door lock has not been released.
•
Wait for the Door icon
and the corresponding message ap-
pearing.
There is water in the drum.
• Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water.
The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.
• Check the correct installation of the appliance.
The support feet have not been adjusted
• Check the correct levelling of the appliance.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.
• Load more laundry.
Problem Possible cause/Solution
The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the
laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. The laundry is redistributed by reverse rotation of the drum. This may happen several
times before the unbalance disappears and normal spinning can re-
Spinning starts late or the
machine does not spin:
sume. If, after 10 minutes, the laundry is still not evenly distributed
in the drum, the machine will not spin. In this case, redistribute the
load manually and select the spin programme.
• Redistribute the laundry.
The load is too small.
• Add more items, redistribute the load manually and then select
the spinning programme.
The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual
The machine makes an unusual noise:
noise compared with other traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the
drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of the machine.
No water is visible in the
drum:
Machines based on modern technology operate very economically
using very little water without affecting performance.
If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial
number and purchase date of your machine:
the Service Centre will require this information.
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Technical data
Dimensions Width
Height
Depth
Electrical connection Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate,
on the inner edge of the appliance door.
Water supply pressure Minimum
Maximum
Maximum Load Cotton 6 kg
Spin Speed Maximum 1200 rpm (EWS 12971 W)
60 cm
85 cm
44 cm
0,05 MPa
0,8 MPa
1400 rpm (EWS 14971 W)
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Consumption values
Programme Energy consumption
White Cottons 90° 2.0 62
Cottons 60° 1.2 59
Cotton ECO 60°
Cottons 40° 0.75 59
Synthetics 40° 0.5 49
Delicates 40° 0.55 55
Wool 30° 0.3 50
1) «Cottons Eco» at 60°C with a load of 6 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in the
energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.
1)
(KWh)
1.02 42
The consumption data shown on this
chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it may vary depending on the
Water consumption
(litres)
Programme duration
(Minutes)
For the duration of
the programmes,
please refer to the
display on the con-
trol panel.
quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet
water temperature and on the ambient
temperature.
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. After removing all the packaging, carefully
lay machine on it’s back to remove the
polystyrene base from the bottom.
2. Remove the power supply cable and the
draining hose from the hose holders on
the rear of the appliance.
3. Unscrew the three bolts.
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4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers.
5. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two
large ones with the corresponding plastic
plug caps supplied in the bag containing
the instruction booklet.
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
other kitchen units. Level the washing machine by raising or lowering the feet. The feet
may be tight to adjust as they incorporate a
self locking nut, but the machine MUST be
level and stable. If necessary, check the setting with a spirit level. Any necessary adjustment can be made with a spanner. Accurate
levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation.
Caution! Never place cardboard, wood
or similar materials under the machine to
compensate for any unevenness in the
floor.
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Water inlet
An inlet hose is supplied and can been found
inside the machine drum. Do not use the
hose from your previous machine to connect
to the water supply.
Important! This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply.
1. Open the porthole and extract the inlet
hose.
2. Connect the hose with the angled con-
nection to the machine. Do not place the
inlet hose downwards. Angle the hose to
the left or right depending on the position
of your water tap.
35°
45°
3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the
ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose,
be sure to tighten the ring nut again to
prevent leaks.
4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4”
thread. Always use the hose supplied
with the appliance.
The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is
too short and you do not wish to move the
tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer
hose specially designed for this type of use.
Water-stop device
The inlet hose is provided with a water stop
device, which protects against damage
caused by water leaks in the hose which
could develop due to natural ageing of the
hose. This fault is shown by a red sector in
the window «A» . Should this occur, turn the
water tap off and refer to your Service Centre
to replace the hose.
A
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.
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•
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
The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and
joining piece is available from your local Service Centre.
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.
Electrical connection
Information on the electrical connection is
given on the rating plate on the inner edge of
the appliance door.
Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required, also taking into account any other appliances
in use.
Connect the machine to an earthed
socket.
The manufacturer does not accept
any responsibility for damage or
injury through failure to comply with
the above safety precaution.
The power supply cable must be
easily accessible after installing the
machine.
Should the appliance power supply
cable need to be replaced, this must
be carried out by a Service Centre.
Environment concerns
The symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that this product may
not be treated as household waste. Instead
it should be taken to the appropriate
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 by inappropriate
waste handling of this product. For more
detailed information about recycling of this
product, please contact your local council,
your household waste disposal service or the
shop where you purchased the product.
Packaging materials
The materials marked with the symbol
recyclable.
>PE<=polyethylene
>PS<=polystyrene
>PP<=polypropylene
This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers.
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Ecological hints
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.
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