Aeg-electrolux L 72850 User Manual

LAVAMAT 72850

User Manual Washing Machine

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Dear Customer

Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products.
With this appliance you will experience the perfect combination of functional

design and cutting edge technology.
Convince yourself that our appliances are engineered to deliver the best

performance and control - indeed we are setting the highest standards of
excellence.

In addition to this you find environmental and energy saving aspects as an
integral part of our products.

To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this
instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly
and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we
recommend you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any future owner
of the appliance.

We wish you much joy with your new appliance.

The following symbols are used in this manual:

Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to
avoid damaging the appliance

General information and tips

Environmental information

Contents

Contents

Instruction booklet 6

Safety information 6

Product Description 10

Detergent dispenser drawer 10

Control panel 11

Display 11

First use 12

Personalization 12

Acoustic signal 12
Child safety lock 12

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Daily use 13

Load the laundry 13
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 13
Select the required programme 14
Select the temperature 14
Select the Spin speed, Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option 15
Programme option buttons 16
Select the Prewash option 16
Select the Stain option 16
Select the Sensitive option 17
Select the Extra Rinse option 17
Select the Quick option 17
Display 18
Select the Start/Pause 19
Select the Delay Start 19

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Programme progress display 20
Altering an option or a running programme 20
Interrupting a programme 21
Cancelling a programme 21
Opening the door after the programme has started 21
At the end of the programme 21

Washing programmes 22-25

Programme information 26-27

Washing hints 28

Sorting the laundry 28
Temperatures 28
Before loading the laundry 28
Maximum loads 29
Laundry weights 29
Removing stains 30
Detergents and additives 30
Quantity of detergent to be used 31
Degrees of water hardness 31

International wash code symbols 33

Care and cleaning 34

Descaling 34
After each wash 34
External cleaning 34
Detergent dispenser drawer 34
Drain pump 35
Water inlet filter 36
Frost precautions 37
Emergency emptying out 37

Something not working 38

Contents

Technical Data 42

Consumption value 43

Installation 44

Unpacking 44
Positioning and levelling 46
Water inlet 46
Aqua-stop device 47
Water drainage 47
Electrical connection 48

Enviroment concerns 49

Packaging materials 49
Old machine 49
Ecological hints 49

Guarantee 50

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Customer service centres 52

Safety information

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Instruction booklet

Safety information

Prior to using for the first time

• The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances 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.
You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

• 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 machine for any damage incurred during
transport. Never connect up a damaged machine. If parts are damaged,
contact your supplier.

• If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus
temperatures: Store the washing machine 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, clean
and maintenance.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious
malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine
spare parts.

Installation

• 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 pressing or standing on
its electrical supply cable, inlet hose and drain hose.

• If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to
allow air to circulate freely

• 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

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• 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.

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Safety information

• 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 relevant section in the user manual.

• 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 washing machine 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.

• This washing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm
persons without supervision.

• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not 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 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 anti­clockwise until the groove is vertical.

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Product description

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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.

Detergent dispenser drawer

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Control panel

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Door opening handle

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4

Rating plate

Detergent dispenser drawer

Compartment for prewash phase used for main wash
Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash.
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).
Compartment for stain remover used for main wash with STAIN -

option.

Drain pump

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Three adjustable feet; The rear

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foot on the left-hand side is
automatic

Control panel

ECO

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Programme selector dial

2

TEMPERATURE button

3

SPIN REDUCTION button

4

OPTIONS button

5

OK button

Display

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Temperature - symbol

2

Spin Speed, Rinse Hold, Night Cycle ­symbol

3

Programme phase - symbols

4

Options

6

QUICK button

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Display

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START/PAUSE button

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DELAY START button

5

Door - symbol (Door locked)

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QUICK - option symbol

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Washing programme duration or
delayed start

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DELAY START - symbol

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First Use

Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation
instructions.

Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum.

Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer
in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 95°C, without any
laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and
tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the
machine.

Personalization

Acoustic signals

The machine is provided with the acoustic
device, which sounds in the following cases:

● selecting a wash programme

● depressing the option buttons

● at the end of the cycle

● in the event of operating problems

By pressing the SPIN and OPTIONS buttons
simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is deactivated (except for
the events of operating problems).

By pressing these 2 buttons again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.

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Child safety lock

This device permits you to leave the appliance
unsupervised without having the worry that
children might be injured by or cause damage
to the appliance.

This function remains able also when the
washing machine is not working.

There are two different ways to set this option:

● before pressing the START/PAUSE: it will be impossible to start the machine.

● after pressing the START/PAUSE it will be impossible to change any other programme

or option.

To enable (disable) this option press simoultaneously for about 6 seconds OPTIONS
and OK buttons until the icon appears (disappears) on (from) the display.

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Daily Use

Load the laundry

1. 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.

2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a click
during closing.
Attention! Do not embed the laundry
between the door and the rubber joint.

Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener

Your new appliance was designed to reduce water, energy and detergent
consumption.

1. Pull out the dispenser drawer until it
stops. Measure out the amount of
detergent required, pour it into the main
wash compartment and, if you wish
to carry out the prewash phase, pour the
detergent or the stain remover into the
compartment marked . If you wish to
perform the stain function , pour the
stain remover into the compartment .

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2. 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.

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Select the required programme

You can choose the right programme for any
type of laundry following the descriptions on
the washing programme tables (see Washing
Programmes).

Turn the programme selector dial to the
required programme. The programme selector
determines the type of washing cycle (e.g.
water level, drum movement, number of rinses)
and the washing temperature according to the
type of laundry.

The START/PAUSE light starts to flash and the Display shows the duration of the
selected programme.

The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise.
Position O= Reset programme/Switching OFF of the machine.

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

For the correspondence between the icons of the selector dial and the washing
programmes consult the chapter

«Washing programmes».

Attention!

If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine

is working, the yellow START/PAUSE pilot light will flash 3 times and the message
Err is displayed on the display to indicate a wrong selection. The machine will not
perform the new selected programme.

ECO

Select the temperature

Press this button repeatedly to increase or
decrease the temperature, if you want your
laundry to be washed at a temperature
different from the one proposed by the
washing machine.

The maximum temperatures for each washing
programme can be checked in the paragraph
«Washing programmes».

The symbol of cold wash corresponds to ().

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Select the spin speed , Night cycle or Rinse hold option

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

Maximum speeds are:

● for COTTONS, HYGIENE, MIX 40-60,

ECONOMY, JEANS, SYNTHETICS, EASY
IRON, DELICATES, VISCOSE, WOOL,
LINGERIE, SILK, SPORT INTENSIVE, 20 MIN.­3 KG, QUICK INTENSIVE: 1200 rpm ;

● for SPORT JACKETS and BLANKET: 800 rpm;

For the compatibility between options and washing programmes consult the
chapter

«Washing programmes».

Rinse hold : by selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied
out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. At the end of the programme,
symbol will flash on the display, - symbol (door locked) remains lit, the
START/PAUSE pilot light goes off and the door is blocked to indicate that the water
must be emptied out.

To empty the water out:

● turn the programme selector dial to O

● select the DRAIN or SPIN programme

● reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the relevant button

● press the START/PAUSE button

● when the programme has finished the display shows a flashing 0. The

symbol goes off and the door can be opened.

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0 and -

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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 selected at night or in times with a
more economical power rate

. On COTTONS, MIX 40-60, SYNTHETICS, JEANS,

DELICATES, VISCOSE, LINGERIE, SILK and SPORT INTENSIVE programmes (except
for EASY IRON, BLANKET, 20 MIN. - 3 KG and SPORT JACKETS) the rinses will be
performed with more water. At the end of the programme,

0 and -symbol

will flash on the display, the door -symbol (Door locked) remains lit, the
START/PAUSE pilot light goes off and the door is blocked to indicate that the water
must be emptied out.

To empty out the water, please read the previous option chapter.

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Programme option buttons

Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined.
Attention: Not all the options are compatible between themselves. The symbols

of the incompatible options disappear.
Anyway, if an option, which is not compatible with the set washing programme

or any other option, is selected, the Err message is displayed for few seconds
and the yellow START/PAUSE pilot light starts flashing.

You must select the options after you have selected the programme but before
pressing the START/PAUSE button. Press the OPTIONS button: All the option
symbols appear on the display.

To scroll all the available options, depress the OPTIONS buttons. The
corresponding symbol appear on the display and starts flashing.

Depress the OK button to activate and confirm your choice. A black dash appears
under the selected symbol to indicate that this option has been set. Depress the same
button to deactivate the option.

After selecting the options, wait about 10 seconds untill the display gets back to the
default status. The selected options appear on the display.

Select the PREWASH option

Select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed at 30°C before the
main wash.

The Prewash ends with a short spin in
programmes for COTTON and SYNTHETIC
fabrics, whereas in the programmes for
DELICATE fabrics the water is only drained.

For the compatibility between this option and
washing programmes consult the chapter

«Washing programmes».
The relevant symbol will appear on the display.

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Select the STAIN option

Select this option to treat heavily soiled or
stained laundry with stain remover (extended
main wash with time optimised stain action
phase).

This option is not available with a
temperature lower than 40°C.

For the compatibility between this option and all washing programmes consult the
chapter «Washing programmes».

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Attention! If you wish to perform a programme with the stain option, pour stain
remover into compartment .

Select the option SENSITIVE

By depressing this button the washing
intensity will be reduced. The machine adds
one rinse in the programmes for COTTONS,
40°-60° MIX and SYNTHETICS.

This option is non compatible with Extra Rinse

option.

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For the compatibility between this option and washing programmes consult the
chapter

«Washing programmes».

This option is recommended for non fast coloureds items.

Select an additional rinse

This appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people with a very
delicate skin (allergic to detergents) it may be
necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra
quantity of water (extra rinse).

For the compatibility between this option and
washing programmes consult the chapter

«Washing programmes».
If you wish to activate this option permanently

for every washing cycle, depress
simoultaneously TEMP. and SPIN for about 6 seconds: the symbol illuminates
on the display. This option remains active permanently.
If you wish to cancel it depress the same buttons untill the symbol desappears.

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Select the QUICK option

The washing machine proposes by default the
washing cycle for «Normally soiled laundry». The
washing cycle can be shorted by means of the
QUICK button.

This option can be selected with the washing
programmes for COTTONS, SYNTHETICS and
DELICATES.

By pressing this button once, the corresponding symbol appears on the display
and you will be able to short the washing duration for «Daily soiled laundry».
The display will show the shorted washing time. To be used for daily soiled

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laundry. The maximum load size is 7 kg for COTTON and 3,5 kg for SYNTHETICS
and DELICATES.

By pressing this button twice, the corresponding symbol remains alight on the
display and you will be able to short the washing duration for «lightly soiled
laundry». The display will show the shorted washing time.

The display will show the shorted washing time. To be used for very lightly soiled
laundry only. The maximum load size is 3,5 kg for COTTON and 2 kg for
SYNTHETICS and DELICATES.

Display

The display shows the following information:

Duration of the selected programme

After selecting a programme, the duration is
displayed in hours and minutes (for example

2.05). 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.

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Delay start

The selected delay (20 hours max) set by
means of the relevant button appears on the

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display for about 3 seconds, then the duration
of the previously selected programme is
displayed.

The DELAY START symbol will appear on the display.
The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour and then, when remains 1

hour, the time decreases every minute.

Incorrect option selection

If an option which is not compatible with the
set wash programme is selected, the message
Err is displayed for about 2 seconds and the
yellow START/PAUSE light start flashing.

TEMP.

ESSORAGE

OPTIONS

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Alarm codes

In the event of operating problems, some
alarm codes can be displayed, for example

E20 (see paragraph «Something not working»).

End of the programme

When the programme has finished a flashing
zero

0 is displayed, the «Door»

symbol

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disappears and the door can be opened.

Select the START/PAUSE

To start the selected programme, press the
START/PAUSE button; the corresponding red pilot light stops flashing.

The DOOR symbol appears on the display to indicate that the appliance has
started operating and the door is locked.

The DOOR symbol indicates if the door can
be opened:

● the DOOR symbol is on: the door

cannot be opened. The appliance is
performing a washing programme.

● the DOOR symbol is off: the door can

be opened. The washing programme is finished.

To interrupt a programme which is running, depress the START/PAUSE button: the
corresponding red pilot light starts to flash.

To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the
START/PAUSE button again.

If you have chosen a delayed start, the machine will begin the countdown.
If an incorrect option is selected, the integrated yellow pilot light of the

START/PAUSE button flashes for 3 times, the message Err is displayed for about 2
seconds.

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Select the DELAY START

Before you start the programme, if you
wish to delay the start, press the DELAY START
button repeatedly, to select the desired delay.

The corresponding symbol will appear on the
display

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The selected delay time value (up to 20 hours) will appear on the display for
about 3 seconds, then the duration of the programme will appear again.

You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you
press the START/PAUSE button.

You can modify or cancel the delay time at any moment, before you press the
START/PAUSE button.

If you wish to add laundry in the machine during the delay time, press
START/PAUSE button to put the machine in pause. Then wait for some minutes,
until the DOOR symbol stops flashing before opening the door. After you have
closed the door, press the START/PAUSE button again.

The washing programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours
and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button.

Selecting the delayed start:

● Select the programme and the required options;

● Select the delay start;

● Depress START/PAUSE button: the machine starts its hourly countdown. The

programme will start after the selected delay has expired.

Cancelling the delayed start:

● set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button;

● press the DELAY START button until the symbol 0’ is displayed;

● press the START/PAUSE button again to start the programme.

The DELAY START option can not be selected with Drain programme

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Programme progress display

The programme progress display shows the washing phases of the selected
programme.

During the washing, a black line flashes under
the washing phase symbole of the running
programme. At the end of each washing phase,
the line under the corresponding symbol
becomes fixed.

If the symbol OVERDOSAGE lights up at the end of the programme, it indicates
that too much detergent has been used.

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 O and then to the new programme position. The
washing water in the tub will be not emptied out. Start the new programme by
depressing the START/PAUSE button again.

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.

Cancelling a programme

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

Opening the door after the programme has started

First set the machine to pause by pressing the START/PAUSE button.

● if the DOOR symbol disappears, the door can be opened.

● if the DOOR symbol doesn’t go off, it means that the machine 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/Off. After about 3 minutes the
door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and
temperature!).

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At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically, the START/PAUSE button pilot light goes off, a
flashing

If the RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE option has been selected, the DOOR

must be emptied out before opening the door.

To empty out the water please read the steps on the Rinse Hold option
paragraph.

Turn the programme selector dial to O 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.

0 appears on the display and the acoustic signal sounds for 2 minutes.

symbol is still on and the door remains locked to indicate that the water

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Washing programmes

Programme/

Temperature

WHITE COTTONS

95°-60°

COLOURED

COTTONS

40°-30°-cold

HYGIENE

60°

JEANS

60°-50°-40°-30°­cold

SYNTHETICS

60°-50°-40°-30°­cold

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White cotton:
tablecloths, household
linen.

Coloured cotton and
linen: work garments,
sheets, household linen,
underwear, towels.

Special programme for
white cottons.

Special programme for
the items like pants,
shirts or jackets in jeans.

Synthetic or mixed
fabrics: underwear,
coloured garments, non­shrink shirts, blouses.

e.g. sheets,

Options

Spin reduction/

/

- (*) - -

-

Spin reduction/

/

- (*) - -

- (not possible with 40-60

MIX)

Spin reduction/

- (*)

Spin reduction/

/

Spin reduction/ /

- (*) - -

-

Description of the

programme

Main wash from 95°C to
60°C
3 rinses
Long spin

Main wash from 40°C to
cold
3 rinses
Long spin

Main wash at 60°C
Long spin

Main wash from 60°C to
cold
5 rinsees
Long spin

Main wash from 40°C to
cold
3 rinses
Short spin

EASY IRON

60°-50°-40°-30°­cold

DELICATES

40°-30°-cold

Synthetic or mixed
fabrics: underwear,
coloured garments, non­shrink shirts, blouses.

Delicate fabrics: for
example curtains.

Spin reduction/

-

Spin reduction/ /

- (*) - -

Main wash from 60°C to
cold
4 rinsees
Short spin

Main wash from 40°C to
cold
3 rinses
Short spin

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Programme/

Temperature

VISCOSE

40°-30°-cold

DELICATE

RINSES

DRAIN

SPIN

BLANKET

40°-30°

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Viscose items.

Separate rinse cycle for
hand washed items.

For emptying out the last
rinse water in
programmes with the
Rinse Hold and Night
cycle option.

Separate spin for cottons.

Short cycle for blankets.

Options

Spin reduction/ /

- (*) -

Spin reduction/ /

Spin reduction Drain and long spin

Spin reduction

Description of the

programme

Main wash from 40°C to
cold
3 rinses
Short spin

Short spin

Drain

Main wash from 40°C to
30°C
2 rinses
Short spin

WOOL

40°-30°-cold

LINGERIE

40°-30°-cold

SILK

30°-cold

Garments bearing the
“Pure new wool, non­shrink, machine
washable” or
“Handwash” label.

Special programme for
extremly delicate
handwashed garments.

Silk items to be gentle
washed and spun.

Spin reduction/ /

Spin reduction/ /

Spin reduction/ /

Main wash from 40°C to
cold
3 rinses
Short spin

Main wash from 40°C to
cold
3 rinses
Short spin

Main wash from 30°C to
cold
3 rinses
Short spin

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Washing programmes

Programme/

Temperature

SPORT

JACKETS

40°-30°-COLD

SPORT

INTENSIVE

40°-30°-COLD

20 MIN. - 3

Kg

30°

QUICK

INTENSIVE

60°-50°-40°

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Special programme for
sport clothes.

Special programme for
heavily soiled sportwear
items.

For slightly soiled
fabrics, except wool.

To use for cotton or
mixed fabrics, slightly
soiled or worn only
once.

Options

Spin reduction/

Spin reduction/ /

Spin reduction

Spin reduction/

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Main wash from 40°C to
cold
3 rinses
Short spin

Prewash at 30°
Main wash from 40°C to

cold
3 rinses

Short spin

Main wash at 30°
2 rinses

Short spin

Main was from 60° to
40°C
3 rinses

Short spin

ECO

60°

O

White and coloured
cotton - economy,

lightly-normally soiled
items, shirts, underwear.

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

Spin reduction/ /

- (*) - -

Main wash at 60°C
2 rinses
Long spin

* Stain option can be selected only at the temperature of 40°C or higher.

Washing programmes

Washing programmes

Type of fabric Max. Load

COTTONS 7 kg

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SYNTHETICS,

JEANS 3,5 kg

EASY IRON 1,5 kg

BLANKET 2 kg

WOOL (HANDWASH) 2 kg

LINGERIE and

SPORT JACKETS 3 kg

20 MIN

SPORT INTENSIVE 3 kg

ECONOMIY 7 kg

QUICK INTENSIVE 5 kg

DELICATES AND VISCOSE

SILK (HANDWASH

. - 3 KG

)

3,5 kg

1 kg

3 kg

Programme information

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Programme information

The washing program for white cottons. This program
eliminates the micro-organisms thanks to the washing by

HYGIENE

MIX 40-60

JEANS

60°C and an additional rinse. In this way the action is more
effective. Put into the compartment STAIN a special
additive for hygiene and select the option STAIN.

Special programme for white and coloured cotton suitable
for different washing temperatures. This programme can be
used for laundry, which should be washed at 40°C or 60°C
separately. So, you can put into the drum the maximum
load capacity in order to save energy and water. You will
obtain the same good washing result as a normal
programme at 60°C.

With this programme it is possible to wash items like pants,
shirts or jackets in jeans and also jersey realized with hi-tech
materials. (The Extra Rinse option will be activated
automatically).

EASY IRON

VISCOSE

BLANKET

WOOL

HANDWASH

LINGERIE

HANDWASH

Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed
and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is
easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional
rinses.

Special programme for fabrics such a viskose, cupro, lyocell,
which will be washed with a more gently machine action
than in the Delicates programme and with a more
intensive cleaning action than the «Handwash» programme.

Washing programme for a single synthetic blanket,
bedspread etc. The washing temperature is 30°C and 40°C.

Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as
for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the
“hand washing” care symbol .

This programme is suitable for very delicate items, as lingerie,
bras and underwear etc. The maximum washing temperature
is 40°C.

Programme information

Programme information

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SILK

HANDWASH

SPORT JACKETS

SPORT INTENSIVE

20 MIN. - 3 Kg

QUICK INTENSIVE

ECO

Delicate washing programme suitable for silk and mixed
synthetic items. Washing temperature is 30°C.

Special program for sport clothes. The maximum temperature
is 40°C. By selecting this program, do not add any additives.

This programme is suitable for washing heavily soiled sport
items. The machine will add automatically a prewash phase
before the main wash to eliminate mud stains. We
recommend you

of the detergent drawer. Washing temperature is 40°C.

Special program at 30°C, duration - approx. 20 minutes, ideal
for laundry to be refreshed: e.g. a sport jacket worn only once
or slightly soiled or new garments.

Quick washing programme, to be used for lightly soiled
white/fast coloured cottons and mixed fabrics.

This programme can be selected for slightly or normally
soiled cotton items. The temperature will decrease and the
washing time will be extended. This allows to obtain a good
washing efficiency by saving energy.

NNOOTT

to put the detergent into the compartent

DELICATE RINSES

DRAIN

SPIN

With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin
garments which have been washed by hand. The machine
performs 3 rinses, followed by a final long spin. The spin
speed can be reduced by depressing the SPIN SPEED button.

For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes
with the RINSE HOLD and NIGHT CYCLE option.

Turn first the programme selector dial to O, then select
programme DRAIN and depress the START/PAUSE button.

Separate spin for hand washed garments and after
programmes with the RINSE HOLD and NIGHT CYCLE

option. Before selecting this programme the selector dial

must be turned to O. You can choose the speed by means
of the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.

Preparing the wash cycle

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Preparing the wash cycle

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.

Temperatures

95° or 90°

60°/50°

40°-30°- Cold

for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths,
towels, tablecloths, sheets...).

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).

for delicate items (e.g. net curtains), mixed laundry including
synthetic fibres and woollens bearing the label «pure new
wool, machine washable, non-shrink».

Before loading the laundry

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

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

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

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

Remove persistent stains before washing.
Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.

Preparing the wash cycle

Maximum loads

Recommended loads are indicated in the washing 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.
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:

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bathrobe

1200 g

100 gnapkin
700 gquilt cover
500 gsheet
200 gpillow case
250 gtablecloth
200 gtowelling towel
100 gtea cloth
200 gnight dress
100 gladies’ briefs
600 gman’s work shirt
200 gman’s shirt
500 gman’s pyjamas
100 gblouse
100 gmen’s underpants

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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. 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 (*), 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.

Preparing the wash cycle

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 manufacturers’ 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. For the stain treatment before
the washing cycl, follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on
detergent quantities. If you use any specific product to remove the stains, you
must start the cycle of washing immediately .

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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.

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Note: A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree
of hardness (from degree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
The quantity of detergent can then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (=
soft).

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1
2 medium
3 hard
4 very hard

Characteristic

soft

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0-7 0-15

8-14 16-25

15-21 26-37

> 21 > 37

FFrreenncchh

°°TT..HH..

International wash code symbols

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Care and cleaning

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Care and cleaning

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.

Detergent dispenser drawer

The detergent dispenser drawer should be
cleaned regularly.

1. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer
by pulling it firmly.

Care and cleaning

2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment.

3. Clean all parts with water.

4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it

will go, so that it is firmly in place.

5. Clean all parts of the washing ma­chine, especially the nozzles in the top
of the washing-in chamber, with a
brush.

6. Insert the detergent dispenser drawer in the guide rails and push it in.

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.

4. Place a container close to the pump to

collect any spillage.

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

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Care and cleaning

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6. 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.

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

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

9. Screw the pump fully in.

10. Close the pump door.

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
retightened so as to stop leaks and young
children being able to remove it.

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.

Care and cleaning

Frost precautions

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

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

2. 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.

3. 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 ice
forming and consequently damage to the appliance.

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 device avoiding that part of the detergent remains unused at next
washing.

.

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 and place the end of the emergency emptying hose

into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the
bowl. When the bowl is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty the bowl.
Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out;

6. clean the pump if necessary as previously described;

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

8. screw the pump again and close the door.

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Something not working

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Something not working

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
of the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the same some acoustic signals
sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is not working:

• E10 : problem with the water supply

• E20 : problem with the water draining

• E40 : door open.

• EF0 : Anti-flooding system has activated

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.

Problem Possible cause/Solution

The door has not been closed. E40

• Close firmly the door.
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 washing machine does not
start:

The main fuse has blown.

• Replace the fuse.
The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the

START/PAUSE button has not been depressed.

• Please turn the selector dial and press the

START/PAUSE button again.

The delay start has been selected.

• If the laundry is to be washed immediately, cancel

the delay start.

yyeellllooww

START/PAUSE pilot light flashes, one

Problem Possible cause/Solution

The machine does not fill:

Something not working

The water tap is closed. E10

• Open the water tap.

The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.

• Check the inlet hose connection.

The filter in the inlet hose is blocked.

• Clean the water inlet hose filter.

The door is not properly closed.

• Close firmly the door.

E40

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E10

E10

The machine fills then empties
immediately:

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

There is water on the floor:

The end of the drain hose is too low.

• Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage»

section.

The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20

• Check the drain hose connection.

The drain pump is clogged.

• Clean the drain pump.

The option RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE has been
selected.

• Disable the RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE option .

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 hose is damaged.

• Change it with a new one.

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

• Put the cap back on the emergency emptying and

place the latter back in its seat.

E20

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Problem Cause possible/Solution

Unsatisfactory washing results:

The door will not open:

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.

• Introduce into the drum less laundry.

The programme is still running.

• Wait the end of washing cycle.

The door lock has not been released.

• Wait some minutes.

There is water in the drum.

• Select drain or spin programme to empty out the

water.

The machine vibrates or is noisy:

Spinning starts late or the machine
does not spin:

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.

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 some minutes, the laundry is still not
evenly distributed in the drum, the machine will not
spin.

• Redistribute the laundry.

Problem Cause possible/Solution

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P0042 BD

The machine is fitted with a type of motor which
makes an unusual noise compared with other

The machine makes an unusual
noise

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.

Machines based on modern technology operate very

No water is visible in the drum:

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

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Technical Data

Dimensions

Electrical connection Voltage ­Overall power - Fuse

Water supply pressure

Maximum Load

Spin Speed

Width
Height
Depth
(door included)

Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating
plate on the inner edge of the appliance door

Minimum
Maximum

Cottons
Synthetics, Delicates and Viscose
Jeans
Blanket and Wool (handwash)
Sport Jackets
Sport intensive
Easy iron
Lingerie and Silk
Quick Intensive

Maximum 1200 rpm

60 cm
85 cm
63 cm

0,05 MPa
0,80 MPa

7,0 kg
3,5 kg
3,5 kg
2,0 kg
3,0 kg
3,0 kg
1,5 kg
1,0 kg
5,0 kg

Consumption value

Consumption value

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Programme

Cottons 95° 65 2,1

Hygiene 60° 72 1,7

MIX 40° 49 1,35

Jeans 60° 57 0,9

Synthetics 60° 57 1,05

Easy iron 60° 63 0,45

Delicates 40° 63 0,6

Viscose 40° 65 0,55

Delicate rinses 50 0,1

Drain - -

Spin - -

Blanket 40° 75 0,35

Wool 40° 61 0,45

Lingerie 40° 59 0,4

Silk 30° 53 0,3

Water consumption

(in litres)

Energy consumption

(in kWh)

Programme duration

(in minutes)

control panel.

Sport Jackets 40° 72 0,5

Sport Intensive 40° 70 0,75

20 MIN.- 3 Kg 30° 39 0,18

Quick Intensive 60° 50 1,05

(*) Eco 60° 49 1,19

The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as
it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water
temperature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest temperature
for each wash programme.

(*) “Economy 60°C” with a load of 7 kg is the reference programme for the data
entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.

For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the

Installation

HEC0008

HEC0001

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IInstallation

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.

With a suitable spanner unscrew the three bolts.

4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers.

HEC0010

HEC0005

5. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the
drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the
door seal.

6. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with
the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag
containing the instruction booklet.

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7. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph «Water inlet».

All the different plug caps are supplied with the appliance in the plastic bag containing
the instruction booklet.

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HEC007S

HEC0006

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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.
Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber

coating.
Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by

putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar
materials under the machine.

If it is impossible to avoid positioning the machine next to a gas cooker or coal­burning stove, an insulating panel covered with aluminium foil on the side facing
the cooker or stove, must be inserted between the two appliances.

The machine must not be installed in rooms where the temperature can drop
below 0.

The water inlet hose and the drain hose must not be kinked.
Please ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessible for the

engineer in the event of a breakdown.
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.

Automatic foot: The rear foot on the left-hand
side of your washing machine is built as a shock
absorbing foot, which is why the appliance gives in
the back left-hand corner if put under load. The
automatic foot guarantees that the appliance does
not move even at high spin speeds. Basically the
automatic foot does not need to be set.

Water inlet

An inlet hose is supplied and can be found inside the machine drum.

Do not use the hose from your previous
machine to connect to the water supply.

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 connection to

the machine.

Do not place the inlet hose downwards. Angle the hose to the left or

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right depending on the position of your water tap.

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 “AA”. Should this occur, turn the water tap off
and refer to your Service Centre to replace the hose.

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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.

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Important!

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.

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 (2.2 kW), 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.

Permanent connection

In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole
switch between the appliance and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum
gap of 3 mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required
load in compliance with the current electrical regulations.

The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point.
This operation must be performed by a qualified electrician.

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

Enviroment concerns

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.

Old 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.

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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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Notes

Notes

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