Ariston WMF 729 User Manual

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE

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WMF 729

Contents

Installation, 2-3

Unpacking and levelling
Connecting the electricity and water supplies
The first wash cycle
Technical data

Description of the washing machine, 4-5

Control panel
Display

Running a wash cycle, 6

Wash cycles and options, 7

Table of programmes and wash cycles
Wash option

Detergents and laundry, 8

Detergent dispenser drawer
Preparing the laundry
Special wash cycles

Precautions and advice, 9

General safety
Disposal
Opening the porthole door manually

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Care and maintenance, 10

Cutting off the water and electricity supplies
Cleaning the washing machine
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Caring for the door and drum of your appliance
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

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Installation

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! This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for

future reference. If the washing machine is sold, transferred
or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains
with the machine so that the new owner is able to
familiarise himself/herself with its operation and features.

! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital

information relating to the safe installation and operation of
the appliance.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging.

2. Make sure that the washing machine has not been
damaged during the transportation process. If it has been
damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any
further with the installation process.

3. Remove the 4 protective
screws (used during
transportation) and the
rubber washer with the
corresponding spacer,
located on the rear part of
the appliance (see figure).

Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability,
help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it
from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or
a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient
ventilation space underneath the washing machine.

Connecting the electricity and water
supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

1. Connect the inlet hose
by screwing it to a cold
water tap using a 3/4 gas
threaded connection (see

figure).

Before performing the
connection, allow the
water to run freely until it is
perfectly clear.

2. Connect the inlet hose
to the washing machine
by screwing it onto the
corresponding water inlet
of the appliance, which is
situated on the top right­hand side of the rear part of
the appliance (see figure).

4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs provided.

5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need them
again if the washing machine needs to be moved to
another location.

! Packaging materials should not be used as toys for

children.

Levelling

1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without
resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets or anything
else.

2. If the floor is not perfectly
level, compensate for any
unevenness by tightening or
loosening the adjustable front
feet (see figure); the angle
of inclination, measured in
relation to the worktop, must
not exceed 2°.

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.

! The water pressure at the tap must fall within the range

of values indicated in the Technical data table (see next
page).

! If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialised

shop or an authorised technician.

! Never use second-hand hoses.

! Use the ones supplied with the machine.

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Connecting the drain hose

65 - 100 cm

Connect the drain hose,
without bending it, to a
drain duct or a wall drain
situated between 65 and
100 cm from the floor;

alternatively, placed it over
the edge of a basin, sink
or tub, fastening the duct
supplied to the tap (see
figure). The free end of
the hose should not be
underwater.

! We advise against the use of hose extensions; if it is
absolutely necessary, the extension must have the same
diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150 cm
in length.

Electrical connections

Before plugging the appliance into the electricity socket,
make sure that:

• the socket is earthed and complies with all applicable
laws;

! CAUTION: if this appliance is supplied from a cord
extension set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord
extension set or electrical portable outlet device
must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or
ingress of moisture.

! The cable should not be bent or compressed.

! The cable should be replaced only by authorised

technicians.

! If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard.

Warning! The company shall not be held responsible in the
event that these regulations are not respected.

The first wash cycle

Once the appliance has been installed, and before you use
it for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no
laundry, using the programme “Auto Clean” (see “Cleaning
the washing machine”).

Technical data

Model

Dimensions

Capacity

Electrical

connections

WMF 729

width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 54 cm

from 1 to 7 kg

please refer to the technical data plate
fixed to the machine

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• the socket is able to withstand the maximum power
load of the appliance as indicated in the Technical data
table (see opposite);

• the power supply voltage falls within the values
indicated in the Technical data table (see opposite);

• the socket is compatible with the plug of the washing
machine. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the
plug.

! The washing machine must not be installed outdoors,
even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave
the appliance exposed to rain, storms and other weather
conditions.

! Once the machine has been installed, the electricity
socket should be easily accessible.

! Avoid using any extension cord or multiple socket outlet.

Water connections

Spin speed

Energy rated

programmes

according to

AS/NZS 2040.2

maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 52 litres

up to 1200 rotations per minute

program Cotton 5; temperature 40°C;
1200 rpm, using a load of 7 kg.

This appliance conforms to the following
EC Directives:

- 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compa­tibility)

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)

- 2012/19/EU

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Description of the washing
machine

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Control panel

Detergent dispenser drawer

ON/OFF

button

SELECTOR

TEMPERATURE

button

WASH

CYCLE

KNOB

DISPLAY

SPIN

button

CHILD
LOCK

button

OPTION

button and
indicator light

DELAY
TIMER

button

CLEANING
ACTION

button

START/PAUSE

button and indicator
light

Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense
detergents and washing additives ( see “Detergents and
laundry”).

ON/OFF button: press this briefly to switch the
machine on or off. The START/PAUSE indicator light which
flashes slowly in a green colour shows that the machine is
switched on. To switch off the washing machine during the
wash cycle, press and hold the button for approximately 3
seconds; if the button is pressed briefly or accidentally the
machine will not switch off.
If the machine is switched off during a wash cycle, this
wash cycle will be cancelled.

WASH CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB: used to set the
desired wash cycle (see “Table of programmes and wash
cycles”).

OPTION button and indicator light: press to select the
available options. The indicator light corresponding to the
selected option will remain lit.

CLEANING ACTION

wash intensity.

TEMPERATURE button: press to reduce or
completely exclude the temperature; the value appears on
the display.

button : to select the desired

DELAY TIMER button: press to set a delayed start for
the selected wash cycle; the delay period appears on the
display.

START/PAUSE button and indicator light: when the green
indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to start a
wash cycle. Once the cycle has begun the indicator light
will remain lit in a fixed manner. To pause the wash cycle,
press the button again; the indicator light will flash in an
amber colour. If the symbol is not illuminated, the door
may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at
which it was interrupted, press the button again.

CHILD LOCK button : to activate the control panel
lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2
seconds. When the symbol is illuminated, the control
panel is locked. This means it is possible to prevent wash
cycles from being modified accidentally, especially where
there are children in the home. To deactivate the control
panel lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2
seconds.

Standby mode

This washing machine, in compliance with new energy
saving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby
system which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no
activity is detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and
wait for the machine to start up again.

SPIN button: press to reduce or completely exclude
the spin cycle; the value appears on the display.

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