AEG-Electrolux FO950 User Manual

WASHING MACHINE

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

FO 950

135 499 070

GB

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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.

Transport damages

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

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 recycled paper.

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Contents

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Maintenance 19-20

Door seal 19

Bodywork 19

Detergent dispenser drawer 19

Drain pump 20

Water inlet filter 20

Emergency emptying out 20

Frost precautions 20

Something not working? 21-22

Warnings 4-5

Disposal 5

Tips for environmental protection 5

Technical specifications 6

Installation 7

Unpacking 7

Positioning and levelling 7

Water inlet 7

Water drainage 8

Electrical connection 8

Your new washing machine 9

Description of the appliance 9

Detergent dispenser drawer 9

Use 10

Control panel 10

Controls 10-11

Washing hints 12

Sorting the laundry 12

Temperatures 12

Before loading the laundry 12

Maximum loads 12

Laundry weights 12

Removing stains 12

Detergents and additives 13

International wash code symbols 14

Operating sequence 15-16

Programme table 17-18

Warnings

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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!

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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Disposal

Tips for environmental protection

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.

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
by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For
more detailed 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.

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, so saving energy.

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

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.

• Make sure that children or pets do not climb into
the drum. To avoid this 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 anti-clockwise until
the groove is vertical.

• 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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Technical specifications

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DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm

Width 60 cm
Depth 34 cm

MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 3,5 kg

Synthetics 1 kg
Delicates 1 kg
Woollens/Handwash 0,8 kg

SPIN SPEED 950 rpm max.

POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY 220-230 V/50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 1650 W
MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10 A

WATER PRESSURE Minimum 0,05 MPa

Maximum 0,8 MPa

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

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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 rear
right-hand bolt and 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.

2. Release the two plastic bags by removing the
adhesive strip.

3. Carefully remove the right-hand bag (1) then the
left-hand bag (2) by pulling them towards the
centre of the machine.

4. Set the machine upright and remove the two
remaining bolts from the back.

5. Pull out the three plastic spacers from the holes
into which the bolts were fitted.

6. Plug the open holes with the plugs supplied with
the instruction booklet.

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Positioning and levelling

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.
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 machine to a cold water tap with a 3/4"
thread by means of the water inlet hose situated at
the back of the appliance. Do not use to this purpose
old hoses already employed

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.

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.

Important!

Before connecting up the machine to new pipework
or to pipework that has not been used for some time,
run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any
debris that may have collected in the pipes.

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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.

For a correct functioning of the machine the
drain hose must remain hooked on the proper
support piece situated on the top part of the back
side of the appliance.

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Electrical connection

This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V,
single-phase, 50 Hz supply.

Check that your domestic electrical installation can
take the maximum load required (1,65 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.

Please ensure that when the appliance is
installed the power supply cable is easily
accessible.

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Your new washing machine

This new washing machine, patented Electrolux, meets all modern needs for effective treatment of laundry with
low water, energy and detergent consumption.

Further savings are achieved by washing small loads of laundry, since water and electricity consumption is
proportional to the quantity and type of laundry being washed.

• The programme selector dial combines the function of programme selection, making it easier to set the
programme.

• The programme progress display shows the spin speed selected, the working phase and the end of the
cycle.

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

• The automatic cooling of the washing water from 90° to 60°C before draining will prevent old drain pipes
from being deformed and will reduce thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing.

• The unbalance detection device prevents vibration during spinning.

• The ECO valve allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.

1 Detergent dispenser drawer and programme chart

2 Control panel

3 Door handle

4 Drain pump

5 Adjustable feet

Detergent dispenser drawer

Prewash

Main wash

Fabric softener, starch

Description of the appliance

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PROGRAMME

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Prewash

Start/
Pause

Super
Rinse

Quick
Wash

Half
Load

Spin

Reduction

800

End

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950

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40°C

30°C

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Rinses

30°C

Delicates cold

Handwash

Wool

Spin

Drain

Cottons economy
Coloureds

90°C

E 60°C

40°C
30°C

Colour care

Cottons cold
Synthetics easy iron
Synthetics

Whites

Synthetics cold

Off

30°C

Wool cold

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PROGRAMME

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Super
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Rinses

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Delicates cold

Handwash

Wool

Spin

Drain

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Coloureds

90°C

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40°C

30°C

Colour care

Cottons cold
Synthetics easy iron

Synthetics

Whites

Synthetics cold

Off

30°C

Wool cold

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Control panel

1 Detergent dispenser drawer and

programme chart

Programme Option buttons

Depending on the programme, different functions
can be combined. These must be selected after

choosing the desired programme and before
depressing the “Start/Pause” button.

When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding
pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again,
the pilot lights go out.
If an incorrect option is selected, the pilot lights flash
for about 2 seconds.

2 “Prewash / Super Rinse” button

● Select “Prewash” option if you wish your laundry to

be prewashed before the main wash (not
available for wool and hand wash). The relevant

light illuminates.
The prewash ends with a short spin in programmes
for cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the
programme for delicate fabrics the water is only
drained.

● The “Super Rinse” option can be selected with all

programmes except the wool/handwash
programme. The machine will perform 2 additional

rinses. This option is recommended for people who
are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the
water is very soft.

Note: This two options cannot be selected together.

3 “Quick Wash” button

This button allows you to select the Quick Wash
function, for laundry that is only slightly soiled (not

for wool, hand wash and economy programme 2
“Cottons economy”).

The washing time will be reduced according to the
type of fabric and the selected
programme/temperature.
Max. load for cotton 1,5 kg.

4 “Half Load” button

Select this button to reduce water consumption on
the rinse phase when washing a smaller load of
cottons or linens (maximum load size = 1,75 kg).
The machine will perform 2 rinses instead of 3.

This function can be used also for synthetics,
handwash, wool and delicate programmes, in
case of reduced load of laundry (less then the
maximum load size).

5 “Start /Pause” button

After having selected the programme and the
required options press this button to start the
machine. The corresponding pilot light stops flashing
and remains lit.
To interrupt a programme which is running, depress
the “Start/Pause” button: the corresponding pilot light
starts to flash.
To restart the programme from the point at which it was
interrupted, press the “Start/Pause” button again.

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6 “Spin reduction” button

By depressing this button you can reduce the max.
spin speed proposed by the machine. The relevant
light illuminates.

The maximum speeds are:

● for cotton: 950 r.p.m.

● for synthetics, hand wash and wool: 950 r.p.m.

● for delicate fabrics: 700 r.p.m.

7 Programme progress display

When you select the programme, the light
corresponding to the selected maximum spin speed
comes on.

Spin speed lights: are on during the washing
programme and remain alight at the end of the cycle.

In progress: when this light comes on this means
that the machine is performing the washing
programme.

End: when the programme has finished, the End
pilot light comes on.
The End light flashes in the event of operating

problems :

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4 flashes: door open

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2 flashes: problem with water draining

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1 flash: problem with water supply

For more information see paragraph “Something not
working”?

End

Spin

Reduction

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In progress

700

950

500

8 Programme selector dial

The selector is divided into 5 sections:

• Cotton (from position 1 to 5)

• Synthetic (6-8)

• Hand wash / Delicates (9-10)

• Wool (11-12)

• Special programmes (13-15)

0 Reset programme/OFF

The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or
anticlockwise.

Position 2 (Cottons economy) corresponds to the
ENERGY SAVING programme and positions 5, 8,10
and 12 to “cold wash”.

At the end of the programme the selector dial
must be turned to position O to switch the
machine off.

Attention!

If during a washing programme the selector dial is
turned to another programme, the pilot lights of the
programme progress display start to flash. The
machine will not perform the new selected
programme.

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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° for normally soiled white cottons and linen

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

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).

-cold for delicate items (e.g. net curtains),

30°-40° mixed laundry including synthetic fibres

and 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.

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

towelling towel 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

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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.

residual marks with bleach.

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 benzine, 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.

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 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.

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International wash code symbols

These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry.

Energetic wash

Delicate wash

Max. wash

temperature

95°C

Max. wash

temperature

60°C

Max. wash

temperature

40°C

Max. wash

temperature

30°C

Hand wash Do not

wash

at all

Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach

Ironing Hot iron

max 200°C

Warm iron

max 150°C

Lukewarm iron

max 110°C

Do not iron

Dry cleaning Dry cleaning

in all solvents

Dry cleaning in

perchlorethylene,

petrol, pure alcohol,

R 111 & R 113

Dry cleaning

in petrol,

pure alcohol

and R 113

Do not

dry clean

Drying Flat On the line On clothes

hanger

Tumble dry

high
temperature

low
temperature

Do not

tumble dry

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4. Select the desired programme

Turn the programme selector dial to the desired
position.

The light corresponding to the max spin speed for
the selected programme illuminates and the light of
the “Start/Pause” button starts to flash.

5. Select the required option(s)

The light corresponding to the depressed button
illuminates.

6. Reduce eventually the spin speed

Press the “Spin Reduction” button repeatedly to
reduce the spin speed.
The relevant light illuminates.

End

Spin

Reduction

800

In progress

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950

500

Prewash

Super
Rinse

Quick
Wash

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Operating sequence

Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2
litres of water into the main wash compartment
of the detergent drawer in order to activate the
ECO valve. Then run the cotton cycle 90°C, with the
machine empty, in order to remove any
manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash
compartment and start up the machine.

1. Place the laundry in the drum

Open the door.

Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time,
shaking them out as much as possible.

Close the door.

2. Measure out the detergent

Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure
out the amount of detergent recommended by the
manufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into the
main wash compartment .

If you wish to carry out the prewash, pour detergent
into the appropriate compartment marked .

3. Measure out the additive

If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment
marked , without exceeding the «MAX» mark.

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11. Opening the door after the
programme has started

First set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the
“Start/Pause” button.

If the door does not open after two minutes, this
means that the water temperature is above 55°C,
that the water level is above the bottom edge of the
door or that the drum is turning.
If you cannot open the door but you need to open it
you have to switch the machine off by turning the
programme selector dial to 0. After about 2 minutes
the door can be opened (pay attention to the water
level and temperature!).
Select the programme again and depress
“Start/Pause” to restart it.

12. At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically.

Release of the lock is also indicated by the coming
on of the End light.

At the end of the programme turn the programme
selector dial to 0 to switch the machine 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.

7. Start the programme

To start the selected programme, press the
“Start/Pause” button; the corresponding light stops
flashing.
The In progress light illuminates.
The machine starts operating.

8. Altering an option or a running
programme

It is possible to change any option before the
programme carries it out.
Before you make any change, you must pause the
washing machine by pressing the “Start/Pause”
button.

Changing a running programme is possible only by
resetting it. Turn the programme selector dial to 0
and then to the new programme position. The
washing water in the tub will not emptied out.
Start the new programme by depressing the
“Start/Pause” button.

Note: To drain the water before starting the new
cycle, you have to cancel the programme and select
the Drain cycle (14).

9. Interrupting a programme

Depress the “Start/Pause” button to interrupt a
programme which is running, the corresponding light
starts to flash. Depress the button again to restart the
programme.

10. Cancelling a programme

Turn the selector dial to 0 to cancel a programme
which is running. Now you can select a new
programme.

Start/
Pause

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Programme table

Selector dial

position/

Fabrics

Programme/

Temperature

Type of laundry Additional functions

3-4-5

Coloured

cotton

Fast coloured cottons e.g. hand towels,
sheets

Non-fast coloured items, for example
underwear, shirts, blouses

7-8

Synthetics

DELICATE COLD

COLD

WOOL

30°

WOOL COLD

Shirts, blouses, underwear, mixed fabrics

Acrylic, viscose, polyester items, curtains

Special programme for garments bearing
the “ Pure new wool, non-shrink, machine
washable” label

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Delicates

11-12

Wool

1

White cotton

Sheets, household linen, towels,
tablecloths

WHITES

90°

2

White cotton

economy

Hand towels, sheets, underwear,
tablecloths

COTTONS

ECONOMY

E60°

COLOUREDS

40°

COLOUR CARE

30°

COTTONS COLD

SYNTHETICS

30°-

COLD

Prewash
Super Rinse
Quick Wash

Half Load

Spin Reduction

HANDWASH

30°

Special programme for articles of cloths
with hand wash label

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Hand wash

Half Load

Spin Reduction

Half Load

Spin Reduction

Prewash
Super Rinse
Quick Wash

Half Load

Spin Reduction

Prewash
Super Rinse

Half Load

Spin Reduction

Prewash
Super Rinse
Quick Wash

Half Load

Spin Reduction

Prewash
Super Rinse
Quick Wash

Half Load

Spin Reduction

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Synthetics

Shirts, blouses, easy to iron

SYNTHETICS

EASY IRON

40°

Prewash

Super Rinse

Quick Wash

Half Load

Spin Reduction

Economy programme

For slightly/normally soiled cottons you can use the relevant Economy programme: you will obtain good
washing results by saving energy.

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Programme table

Special programmes

Programme

selector dial

position

13

Rinses

Programme

Programme description

Additional functions

For rinsing hand washed
items

3 rinses with liquid additive,
if required
Short spin at max. speed

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Drain

For emptying out the water if
a running programme has
been altered and the water
remained in the tub

Separate spin for all fabrics

Water draining

Long or short spin
Long spin with 950 r.p.m.
Short spin with 800/700/500
r.p.m.

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Spin

Spin Reduction

For cancelling the
programme which is running
or to switch the machine off.

O

Reset/Off

Super Rinse

Spin Reduction

ENGLISH

Maintenance

1. Door seal

Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate
eventual possible objects that could be trapped in
the fold.

Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or
similar products to clean the bodywork.

2. Bodywork

Clean the outside of the machine with warm water
and a neutral, non-abrasive household detergent.
Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.

Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or
similar products to clean the bodywork.

3. Detergent dispenser drawer

After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave
deposits in the drawer.

Clean the drawer from time to time by rinsing it under
a running tap. To remove the drawer from the
machine, press the button in the rear left-hand
corner.

To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive
compartment can be removed.

P1086

C0073

C0072

P1050

Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer
recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit the
drawer after cleaning.

4. 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:

• Disconnect the appliance.

• If necessary wait until the water has cooled down.

• Open the pump door.

• Place a container close to the pump to collect any
spillage.

• Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in
the container and remove its cap.

• When no more water comes out, unscrew the
pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to
dry up spillage of water when removing the pump.

P1115

P1114

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P0038

C0068

6. Emergency emptying out

If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to
empty out the machine:

• pull out the plug from the power socket;

• close the water tap;

• if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down;

• open the the pump door;

• place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the
emergency emptying hose into the bowl. Remove
its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the
bowl. Whe the bowl is full, put the cap back on the
hose. Empty the bowl. Repeat the procedure until
water stops flowing out;

• clean the pump if necessary as previously
described;

• replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat
after having plugged it;

• screw the pump again and close the door.

7. Frost precautions

If the machine is installed in a place where the
temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as
follows:

• Remove the plug from the socket.

• Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet
hose from the tap.

• Place the end of the emergency emptying hose
and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the
floor and let water drain out.

• Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition
the emergency emptying hose after having put the
cap on again.

By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is
removed, avoiding the formation of ice and,
consequently, breakage of the affected parts.

When you use the machine again, make sure that
the ambient temperature is above 0°C.

Important!

Every time you drain the water through the
emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of
water into the main wash compartment of the
detergent drawer and then run the drain programme.
This will activate the ECO valve avoiding that part of
the detergent remains unused at next washing.

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• Remove any objects from the pump impeller by
rotating it.

• Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose
and place the latter back in its seat.

• Screw the pump fully in.

• Close the pump door.

5. 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.

Turn off the water tap.

Unscrew the hose from the tap.

Clean the filter with a stiff brush.

Screw the hose back onto the tap.

P1090

P1117

ENGLISH

Something not working?

Problem Possible cause

• The machine does not start up:

• The door is not firmly closed.

• The machine is not plugged in or there is no power
at the socket.

• The main fuse or the fuse in the plug has blown.

• The “Start/Pause” button has not been depressed.

• The programme selector dial is not positioned
correctly.

• The machine does not fill:

• The water tap is closed.

• The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.

• The filter in the inlet hose is blocked.

• The machine fills then empties
immediately:

• The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to
relevant paragraph in “water drainage” section.

• The machine does not empty
and/or does not spin:

• The drain hose is squashed or kinked.

• The drain pump is clogged.

• The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.

• There is water on the floor:

• Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent
(creates too much foam) has been used.

• 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.

• The drain hose is damaged.

• The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not
been replaced after cleaning the filter.

• The pump has not been fully screwed in after
cleaning.

• Unsatisfactory washing results:

• Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has
been used.

• Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to
washing.

• The correct programme/temperature was not
selected.

• Excessive laundry load.

• The machine vibrates or is
noisy:

• The transit bolts and packing have not been
removed.

• The support feet have not been adjusted.

Problems which you can resolve yourself.

During machine operation it is possible that one of the End light starts to flash:

4 flashes= the door has not been closed
2 flashes= the machine does not empty
1 flash= the machine does not fill.

Once the problem has been eliminated, press the “Start/Pause” button to restart the programme. If after all
checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.

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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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P0042 BD

P1035UK

Water is not

visible in the machine. The machine,

which is the result of modern technology, runs

in a very economical way with low water

consumption. Performance is

nevertheless excellent.

The machine makes an unusual

noise. The machine is fitted with a commutator

motor which improves machine

performance.

P1034UK

Problem Possible cause

• Spinning starts late or the
laundry is not spun enough:

• 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 resume. If, after few minutes, the
laundry is still not evenly distributed in the drum,
the machine will spin at a lower speed or will not
spin. If at the end of the programme the laundry is
not spun enough, redistribute the load manually
and select the spin programme.

• The door will not open:

• The programme is still running, the drum is
turning.

• The door lock has not yet released.

• The water level is above the bottom edge of the door.

• There is water in the drum.

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