Amica AWI510LP User Manual

AWI510LP

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

WASHING MACHINE

Please read this User Manual carefully before using the appliance!

IO 01229/1

(05.2016)

CONTENTS

Basic Information.......................................................................................................................3

Notes on Safety..............................................................................................................4

Installing the Washing Machine...................................................................................................7

Understanding the symbols on clothes labels................................................................9

Description of control panel..........................................................................................9

Using the appliance................................................................................................14

Table of programmes.........................................................................................15

Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................16

Maintenance and Cleaning.......................................................................................17

Practical tips on washing.....................................................................................................18

Specification......................................................................................................21

Service and Warranty..................................................................................................21

Product Fiche........................................................................................................22

In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/UE and Polish legislation regarding
used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with the symbol of the
crossed-out waste container.
This marking means that the appliance must not be disposed of together with other
household waste after it has been used. The user is obliged to hand it over to a waste
collection centre collecting used electrical and electronic goods. The collectors, inclu­ding local collection points, shops and local authority departments provide recycling

environmental and health hazards resulting from the presence of dangerous components and the
inappropriate storage and processing of such goods.

schemes. Proper handling of used electrical and electronic goods helps to avoid

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BASIC INFORMATION

Dear customer,

From today, washing will be easier than ever before. The Amica washing machine combines
exceptional ease of use with excellent effectiveness. Once you have read the instructions,
operating the washing machine will not be a problem.
Before being packed and leaving the factory, the safety and functions of this washing ma­chine were carefully tested. After these tests some moisture or water may remain in the
appliance.
We ask you to read the User Manual carefully before switching on the appliance. Following
the directions in this manual will ensure proper operation and safe use of the appliance.
Keep this User Manual and store it near at hand.
The instructions should be followed carefully to avoid any unfortunate accidents.

Important!

This washing machine is intended for domestic use only to wash textiles and clothes
designed to be machine washed in a detergent bath.

Before plugging the washing machine into the mains, remove the safety packaging and
ensure the machine is level.
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes in the appliance, which do not affect
its operation.

Use

lCarefully read the instructions below before using the appliance
lNever use the machine outdoors or anywhere the temperature may fall below freezing.
lThe machine should not be operated by children or anyone who has not read the instruc-

tions.

Important! Temperatures below 0°C can damage the washing machine!
In the event of the machine being stored or transported in sub-zero temperatures, it should
be left to acclimatise in a temperature above zero for 8 hours before being used.

Manufacturer’s Declaration

The manufacturer hereby declares that this product meets the requirements of the follo­wing European directives:

l Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/UE,
l Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2014/30/UE,
l ErP Directive 2009/125/EC,
l RoHS Directive 2011/65/UE,

and has been marked with the symbol and issued with a declaration of compliance
made available to market regulators.

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NOTES ON SAFETY

lDetergents

lLoading

the Machine

Use only those detergents and additives which
are designed for automatic washing machines,
especially when using the TOWELS
programme. Do not use any agents containing
solvents, as these may damage certain parts of
the machine, or cause them to emit poisonous
gases. There may also be a risk of ignition and
explosion.

Ensure no unwanted objects are put inside the
appliance. Completely empty all pockets in the
clothing to be washed and fasten buttons and
zips. Place small, loose objects in a washing
bag, or inside a pillow case, as they may be
destroyed or else damage the drum or internal
tank. Do not exceed the recommended maxi­mum load of washing.

lControl
Panel

Protect the control panel from water spillage.

Do not put washed clothes on top of the ma­chine!

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NOTES ON SAFETY

l Transport

l Data Plate

l Burns

Unplug the machine before preparing the
machine for transport. Do not transport the
washing machine if drum locking bolts are not
in place. See the chapter INSTALLING THE
MACHINE. Keep the appliance in upright po­sition when transported.

Data plate indicating basic information about
the washing machine is located at the top part
of the rear casing.

The door glass of your washing machine is hot
during operation. Do not allow children in the
vicinity of the appliance.

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NOTES ON SAFETY

Checking stability

Once the washing machine is in position and levelled, it must

be checked to ensure it rests rmly on all four legs.

In order to check this, press down each corner of the ap­pliance in turn to see if it moves. Safe, long-term and relia­ble operation of the washing machine depends on it being
correctly positioned and level.

Important! Level the appliance, remove the drum loc­king bolts and wait 3 hours before using the appliance

for the rst time.

Important! Incorrect levelling, especially instability,
may cause the washing machine to move around du­ring operation.

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the ha­zards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance.
Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by chil­dren without supervision.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless
continuously supervised.

DISPOSAL OF THE APPLIANCE

To ensure safety, the washing machine must be rendered
unsuitable for use once its useful life comes to an end. First
unplug it and then cut off the power lead. Scrap the appliance
in line with local waste disposal legislation.

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INSTALLING THE MACHINE

I. Remove the protection used for transporting the appliance (keep the locking bolts
for future use, e.g. when moving house).

lUnscrew the 4 locking bolts with a spanner.
lRemove the rubber and plastic transport

lStop up the holes with the stoppers

enclosed in the accessories bag.
brackets from the sockets along with the wa­shers and bolts.

The locking bolts MUST be removed before the washing machine is used!

II. Positioning and levelling the machine

lDo not place the washing machine on a carpet!
lThe oor surface should not be either concave or sloping!
lAttention should be paid to the shape of the surface of the oor, so that the

entire weight of the appliance rests on its legs (not its body)!

l Place the washing machine on a solid, even surface.
l Loosen the plastic washer (2)
l Level the machine by adjusting the legs (1)
l Lock with washers (2)

After positioning and levelling the machine,
check that it is stable by pressing down each
corner and ensuring it does not move!

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INSTALLING THE MACHINE

III. Connecting the water supply

A water supply hose with seals is inside the drum of the machine.

Water pressure min. 0,1 MPa (1 bar), max.1 MPa (10 bar). Supply the machine
with cold water

lafter connecting, make sure the hose is not twisted
lafter connecting the hose and the valve, check they are sealed tight
lregularly check the condition of the supply hose.

Use the new hoses sup­plied with the machine.
Do not re-use old hoses.

IV. Water drain

max 100 cm
min 60 cm

V. Connecting the electric power supply

l The appliance’s mains connection (electrical wall socket)

should be in a visible and accessible place!

l Only plug the machine into a properly installed socket

with an earth pin!

l Do not connect to an adaptor or an extension cord!
l In the event of the power lead being damaged, it must be

replaced by an authorised technician.

l The electrical system to which the appliance is to be

connected must be protected with a 10 A fuse.

The drain hose is at the back of the
machine. Fix the drain hose so that it
does not move while the machine is
in operation (use the elbow as shown
below). Do not place the hose too deep
into the outlet pipe!

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UNDERSTANDING THE SYMBOLS ON CLOTHES LABELS

90

I. Washing

II. Chemical cleaning

III. Spin dryer

boiling

temp. 900

delicate handwash

all

solvents

normal

temp 600 C

all

except TRI

normal

temp 400 C

petrol

only

DO NOT

wash!

DO NOT

dry clean!

normal low

IV. Ironing

1100C

Always pay attention to the symbols on garments’ labels
when choosing a washing setting.

DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

Detergent Drawer

Drum

high

1500C 2000C

■

■

■

■

DO NOT

dry!

DO NOT

iron!

Control panel

Door
handle

■

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Pum p l ter

cover

DISPLAY AND CONTROL PANEL

1

■

2

■

■

4

1. Programme selector knob

2. Program sequence indicators (main wash, rinse, spin, end) and temperature selection
indicators (60°C, 40°C, 30°C, and cold water )

3. Rapid Wash indicator

4. Temperature selector button

5. Rapid Wash selector button
4+5. Child Lock

6. START/PAUSE button

3

■

■

5

■

6

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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL

1. Programme selector knob

Choose the appropriate wash programme as required, depending on the degree of soil,
and type and amount of laundry loaded, which ensures better results and more effective
washing. Once the wash programme is started, turning the programme selector knob to
another position (except ) does not change the previously selected programme.

2. Wash programme sequence

Depending on the wash programme sequence one of the following indicators is on:

l Main wash

This indicator lights up when the machine performs the main wash.

l Rinse

This indicator lights up when the machine rinses laundry.

l Spin

This indicator lights up when the machine spins laundry.

l End

This indicator lights up once the wash programme ends.

3. User selected additional function

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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL

4. Temperature selector button

This button allows the washing temperature to be set. Press this button to display water
temperature settings available for a given programme or an option for washing in cold
water (no heating). Depending on the programme selected, the display shows the follo­wing temperatures - - °C (cold water) - - 30°C - 40°C - 60°C.

NOTE 1: For the Cotton 90°C programme, the 60°C indicator lights up.

NOTE 2: for the Eco 20 programme the 30°C indicator lights up and you can select

the, you can select the „cold water ” option (no heating).

5. Rapid Wash selector button

The Rapid Wash function reduces the total wash time saving money while reducing
energy consumption and water consumption.
Pre-wash is recommended when washing lightly soiled laundry.

NOTE 1: The Rapid function is not available for all programmes (see Table of wash
programmes).

NOTE 2: The Rapid function can be activated automatically when partial load
for a given programme is detected.

4+5 Child Lock

This function locks the function buttons to prevent settings being changed or the ope-

ration being interrupted by children. To set Child Lock, simultaneously press and hold
(Temp.) and (Rapid Wash) buttons for approximately 3 seconds. To release the

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Child Lock, hold the same buttons down once more for around 3 seconds. Child Lock
will be automatically released after the wash cycle is completed.

Note: When the child lock is activated Temp. and no spin indicators will ash a few

times. When the child lock is release Rapid Wash indicator will ash a few times.

6. START/PAUSE button

Press START/PAUSE to start or pause a programme. When the washing machine ope-
rates, START/PAUSE indicator light is on. When you PAUSE a programme, START/

PAUSE indicator ashes.

The PAUSE mode can be used to soak the laundry.
Once the selected programme started wait for about 10 minutes and then press the

START/PAUSE button. When the laundry is soaked as required, press the START/PAU­SE button again to resume the program. Soaking will improve washing results for heavily

soiled laundry.

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SPECIAL PROGRAMS

1. Daily 60’:

A daily wash programme with a duration of 60 minutes, the temperature setting of 60°C
and a single rinse cycle and a maximum spin speed. Use this programme to wash colo­ured fabrics, cotton and linen.

2. Shirts programme:

The temperature of 60°C and spinning between the rinse phases. There is a three-step
spin sequence at speeds of 400, 500 and 600 rpm at the end of the wash programme.
This program can be used for simultaneous washing of cotton shirts and blouses toge­ther with synthetic and mixed fabrics.

3. Quick Wash 15’:

Use this programme to refresh clothes. Includes all three wash stages:

- Main wash

- Rinse

- Spin

4. Eco 20°C:

Use this programme to wash clothes at 20°C.

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USING THE APPLIANCE

I. Programme selection

1. Set the programme selector knob to the desired programme (see the table further on),
Ready indicator will light.

2. Activate available additional functions to modify the programme to your individual needs.

3. Press the [Start/ Pause] button.

II. End of the wash cycle

1. End lights to indicate wash cycle has ended.

2. Turn off the water valve.

3. Set the programme selection knob to .

4. Unplug the appliance from the mains.

5. Open the door and remove the laundry.

III. Cancelling and changing programme

Set the programme selector knob to position for several seconds to terminate a pro­gramme. Then select the desired wash programme.

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TABLE OF PROGRAMMES

Shirts 60° 800 2,5 Option

Daily 60’ 60° 1000 2,0 Option

Quick Wash 15’ 30° 600 2,0 -

Jeans 30° 600 3,0 Option

Sportswear 30° 600 3,0 Option

Wash

Rapid

temp.

[°C]

speed

[rpm]

[kg]

functions

available

Programme name Max.

Max. spin

Max. load

Additional

Towels 90° 1000 5,0 Option

Cottons +

Prewash

Cottons 60* 60° 1000 5,0 Option

Cottons 40* 40° 1000 5,0 Option

Eco 20°C 20° 1000 2,5 -

Easy Care 50° 1000 3,0 Option

Wool 30° 800 2,0 -

Rinse - 1000 5,0 -

Spin - 1000 5,0 -

Hand Wash/Delicate 30° 600 2,0 -

60° 1000 5,0 Option

l l 

x

x

x

x

x

x x

x x x

x

x

x

x

x

x

l 

l 

l 

l 

l 

l 

l 

l 

l 

l 

l 



2:30 1,63 80 3 Moderately or heavily soiled cotton

2:50 1,13 36 2 Moderately or heavily soiled cotton

1:35 1,00 40 2 Moderately soiled cotton or linen

1:38 0,19 32 2 Lightly soiled, sweaty cotton and

1:31 0,49 33 2 Very dirty clothes, clothing made from

0:50 0,14 35 3 Note: Do not machine wash woollen

0:36 0,09 37 3 Rinsing with laundry additives, inclu-

0:15 0,04 - - Spin-drying after hand washing.

1:31 0,32 65 3 Very delicate fabrics.

1:20 0,29 35 2 Sportswear.

1:24 0,28 33 2 Dirty cotton, synthetics, coloured

1:46 0,93 37 2 Dirty cotton, clothing made from

1:00 0,86 31 1 Dirty cotton, coloured laundry, linen

0:15 0,09 28 1 Lightly soiled, sweaty cotton clothes

clothes, bed linen, table linen, linen,

towels.

clothes, bed linen, table linen, linen,

towels.

clothes.

linen clothes. Wash at 20°C.

synthetic fabrics or natural-synthetic

fabric blends (nylon, shirts, blouses,

synthetics).

fabrics if the cloth tag prohibits.

ding anti-static or softening additives.

Reduce the spin speed when washing

laundry, linen fabrics.

synthetic fabrics or natural-synthetic

fabric blends (nylon, shirts, blouses,

synthetics).

fabrics.

and linen.

 Use detergent or fabric softener if necessary,
l Detergent required, without which washing will be ineffective,

x Do not use detergent or fabric softener.

* - standard programmes for washing cotton fabrics at 60°C and 40°C.
These programmes are suitable for washing normally soiled cotton fabrics. These are the most effective programmes for washing these type
of fabrics, taking into account the total energy and water consumption.
Note: Real water temperature may differ from the declared wash cycle temperature.

NOTE: Above mentioned time is an estimate and may differ from actual wash cycle time, depending on temperature, water pressure,
load size, etc. The time is automatically updated during wash cycle. Displaying the same time for an extended period or abrupt changes
are normal.

very delicate fabrics.

Prewash Basic

x

wash

l 

Fabric

softener

[h:min]

3:05 2,22 69 3 Heavily soiled clothing, or an

sumption

(kWh)

con-

sumption

con-

(l)

of rinses

moderately soiled cotton and linen for

children that requires boiling.

Detergent drawer Time

Energy

Water

Number

Type of laundry

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TROUBLESHOOTING

The fault indicator lights

The washing machine indicates error codes to help locate minor operating faults and iden­tify their cause. An error is indicated by LEDs on the control panel [Ready/ Start/Pause].
The appliance interrupts operation upon encountering an error.

Error Code - The status

of individual LED indi-

cators

Ready Start/Pauza

l

☼

☼ ☼

☼ Door is not closed

l

Reason Solution

properly

Low pressure, no
water in the drum

Water does not
drain properly

Others Try to restart or contact the Service

Check that the door is locked; check
that laundry is not jammed in the door

Unscrew the water valve, check the

water inlet hose and lter, check the

water pressure

Check water drain pump and lter

Centre.

l Off

☼ Flash

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

Never clean the product’s casing or plastic parts using solvents or strong, abrasive cleaning
agents (e.g. washing powders or creams)! Only use delicate liquid cleaning agents and soft

cloths. Do not use sponges.

I. Cleaning the pump lter

Clean the pump lter every 20 washes or
so. Neglecting to clean the lter causes dif-

culties in emptying the machine of water!

Pump

lter

lUnplug the appliance from the
mains,

lTurn off the water valve,
lOpen the lter cover by hand

or using a at-head screwdriver.

lUnscrew the lter.

II. Cleaning the water supply valve

lTurn on the water supply hose,
lUse forceps to grasp the lter mesh plunger,
lRemove and clean the lter (using a brush).

III. Cleaning the detergent drawer (at least once a month).

lRemove and clean the lter.

To replace the lter

following the pro­cedure in reverse
order.

To replace the lter

following the pro­cedure in reverse
order.

l Remove the drawer (while pressing
the stop).

l Clean in running water (or using a
brush or piece of cloth).

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lReplace the drawer.

PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING

I. Cleaning and
purifying agents

II. First wash

It is recommended to use powder or liquid general purpose
detergents for all temperatures in a range as per the deter­gent Producer’s recommendations indicated on the product
packaging.

Detergents

lPour the detergent into the drawer compartment marked
lPour the pre-wash detergent into the drawer compartment

marked

Liquid detergents

lInstall the supplied partition in the compartment (gure be-

low).

lPour liquid detergent into the drawer compartment marked

Fabric softeners added to the rinse

lPour the fabric softener into the drawer compartment marked
lDo not exceed the maximum level marked on the drawer com-

partment. This detergent will be used for the nal rinse.

Before washing for the rst time, put it through one high tempera-

ture cycle without a load, according to the following procedure:

lConnect the washing machine to the electricity mains
lTurn on the water valve
lSet the programme selector knob to high temperature wash.
lAdd the appropriate detergent and press the [Start/ Pause]

button.

III. Soil

IV. Conservation

Stubborn stains
Before washing garments, apply an additional stain remover ac­cording to the instructions for use
Heavily soiled:

lOne-off washing of smaller amounts of clothes
lAdd more detergent
lAfter washing heavily soiled clothes (e.g. working clothes) or

garments which are shedding bres, it is recommended that the

washing machine is rinsed out by running a programme cycle
at a temperature of 60°C, e.g. COTTON, without a load. Lightly
soiled:

lSee pt. „Conservation”.

Reducing energy and water consumption
Garments which are only lightly soiled should be washed using the
appropriate wash programme, i.e. ULTRA SHORT The washing
machine detects partial load. For partial load, when using the To­wels and Cotton programmes, washing machine will reduce water
and energy consumption and shorten the wash cycle.

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PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING

V. Water hardness

VI. Power cut
(programme memory)

VII. Loading

VIII. Even load
distribution control

Hard water causes sediment to form.
Information about water hardness is available from your nearest
water works.
It is advised that water softeners are used for every wash.

Power cuts or unplugging the machine does not cancel the set­ting. This has been memorised and the cycle will continue once
the power is restored. Do not open the doors of the washing
machine during a power cut.

Maximum drum capacity 5 kg:
Load the washing into the drum according to the following in­structions:

lcotton, denim, children’s clothes – max full drum (do not force clo-

thes into the drum as this will reduce the quality of the wash!).

lsynthetics - max 1/2 drum
lwool, silk, delicate fabrics - max. approx. 1/3 of the drum.

Important! Do not overload the machine! Overloading the machine
may cause damage to the clothes being washed!

The maximum load amounts depending on the program are
given in table of programs.

The electronic control device includes a load distribution control
system. In the event that the system detects uneven distribution
of load in the drum, the washing machine will try to relocate it.

Sometimes the trials will not be sufcient for the proper location of

the clothes (in the case of frotte dressing gowns washed with other
types of clothes, ball-shaped sheets which closes several objects
inside it). The system may react in the following way:

lit may accept the uneven distribution of clothes but will decrease

the spin speed

lit may not allow spinning as the clothes are distributed

unevenly.)
In both cases, after the wash is over, open the door of the washing
machine, place the laundry manually, close the door and select the
spin programme again.

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PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING

IX. Door interlock

X. Delicate
fabrics

XI. Dosing

The washing machine is equipped with an interlock which prevents
the door from being opened during washing. Once a washing cycle
is complete, the door interlock is automatically released. In order
to open the door during the wash program, press PAUSE button
and wait about 2 minutes to unlock the door.

IMPORTANT! If the temperature inside the drum is high, the
door may remain blocked until the water temperature has
dropped below 60°C.
IMPORTANT! Before opening the door of the washing machine
check whether there is water in the drum.

Programme:

lSelect the appropriate wash programme (WOOL, HAND

WASH)
Loading:
Do not overload the machine, max 1/3 of the drum, see Loading.

According to the cleaning agent manufacturer’s instructions.
Too little cleaning agent

lThe washing turns grey.
lLumps of grease form, sediment builds up.

Too much cleaning agent

lStrong foaming.
lIneffective washing, detergent incompletely rinsed from fabrics.

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SPECIFICATION

-Type AWI510LP

-Rated voltage 220-240V / ~50Hz.

-Rated power 2100 W

-Current protection 10 A

-Drum capacity max 5 kg

-Water pressure min 0,1 MPa (1 bar)
max 1 MPa (10 bar)

-Dimensions/Height/Breadth/ Depth 845 / 597 / 497 [mm]

-Weight 57 kg

-Meets the requirements of EU legislation, EN 60456
standard.

Testing for label information in accordance with EN 60456 using the standard cotton wash
programmes:

- Cotton 60°C at full load

- Cotton 60°C at partial load

- Cotton 40°C at partial load

laverage annual water consumption is 9240 litres,
lweighted average electricity consumption is 167 kWh/year

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PRODUCT FICHE

Pursuant to a Delegated Regulation of the Commission (EU) No. 1061/2010 of 28 September 2010 supplementing the Directive of the
European Parliament and of the Council 2010/30/EU on the energy labelling of household washing machines and Regulation of the Com­mission (EU) No. 1015/2010 of 10 November 2010 on the implementation of the Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council
No. 2009/125/EC on the Eco design requirements for the household washing machines).

Supplier’s name or trade mark

Type

Rated capacity 5,0 kg

Energy efciency class

Weighted annual energy consumptio AE

1)2)

3)

c

Energy consumption of the standard cotton
programme:

- 60°C at full load E

- 60°C at partial load E

- 40°C at full load E

Power consumption of the off-mode P

Power consumption of the left-on mode P

Weighted annual water consumption AW

t,60

t,401/2

t,601/2

o

I

4)

C

Water consumption of the standard cotton
programme:

-

at 60°C, full load W

- at 60°C, half load W

- at 40°C, half load W

Spin-drying efciency class

t,60

t,601/2

t,401/2

2)

Residual humidity D 62 %

Maximum spin speed attained

2)

Duration of the standard 60°C cotton pro­gramme at full and partial load

Duration of the standard 60°C cotton pro­gramme at partial load

Duration of the standard 40°C cotton pro­gramme at partial load

Noise Level:

- during the wash cycle 58 dB(A) re 1 pW

- during the spin cycle 77 dB(A) re 1 pW

Equipment designed for tting No

1)

Energy efciency class on a scale from A+++ (more efcient) to D (less efcient).

2)

For a standard Cottons 60°C and 40°C intensive wash programme at full and partial load.

3)

Estimated weighted annual energy consumption based on 220 standard wash cycles for Cottons 60°C and 40°C intensive wash
programmes at full and partial load and energy consumption in power saving modes. Actual energy consumption depends on how the
appliance is used.

4)

Estimated weighted annual water consumption based on 220 standard wash cycles for Cottons 60°C and 40°C intensive wash pro-

grammes at full and partial load. Actual water consumption depends on how the appliance is used.

Amica

AWI510LP

A+

167 kWh/year

0,85 kWh

0,66 kWh

0,52 kWh

0,5 W

1,0 W

9240 l

43 l

41 l

41 l

C

1000 rev / min

190 min

145 min

140 min

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