ASKO W6444A User Manual

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.

We hope it will meet your expectations and full your needs for many years to

come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality and high
quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are
greatly appreciated throughout the world.

To get the most out of your new machine, we recommend that you read the
operating instructions before using the machine. The operating instructions also
include information on how you can help protect the environment.

Operating Instructions

Washing Machine

ASKO W6444A

Contents

Before using your machine for

the rst time 4

Transport protection 4

Packing material 4

Washer door 4

Checking water hardness 4

Safety instructions 5

General 5

Installation 5

Overow guard function 5

Transport/Winter storage 5

Recycling 5

Child safety 6

Keep an eye on children! 6

Description of the washing machine 7

Washing 11

Sort your laundry. 11

Turn on the main power switch 11

Open the washer door and load
the washing 11

Add detergent and fabric softener, as
required 11

Program selection 12

Selecting options 15

Close the washer door and press the Start/
Stop button 16

Once the program has nished 16

Settings 17

You can change the following settings 17

Door opening 17

Extra rinses 17

Dispenser 8

Advice and tips before washing 9

Sorting your laundry 9

Clothing 9

Laundry labels 9

Coloured cotton 9

Laundry label symbols 9

Advice and tips before washing 10

Wool 10

Rayon bres and synthetic bres 10

Reducing allergic reactions 10

Save time and energy 10

Economy and eciency 10

Detergents 10

Dyeing fabrics 10

Care and cleaning 18

Cleaning the trap and the drainage 18

pump 18

Cleaning the detergent compartment 18

Cleaning the outside of the machine 18

Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid
unpleasant smells 18

Rinse holes under the agitator 19

If you have hard water 19

Troubleshooting 20

The washer door will not open 20

The machine will not start 20

After power failure 20

Wet washing still in the machine 20

Error messages 21

WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.

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Contents

Technical information 22

Information for test institute 22

Energy labelling 22

Technical data 24

Transport protection 25

Installation 26

Positioning the washing machine 26

Adjusting the feet 26

Connection to water supply 26

Drainage connection 26

Electrical installation 27

Service 28

Before contacting the service division 28

Quick guide 32

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Before using your machine for the rst time

Transport protection

Remove any transport protection devices before
installing the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.

Packing material

Sort waste materials in accordance with local
guidelines.

Washer door

• The washer door will not open until the
machine is connected to the electricity
supply.

• To open the door manually, see "The washer
door will not open" in the "Troubleshooting"
chapter.

• The machine cannot be started when the
door is open.

• To open the washer door while a program is
running, see "Close the door and press the
Start/Stop button" in the "Washing" chapter.

Checking water hardness

The quantity of detergent needed depends,
amongst other things, on how hard the water
is. See the detergent pack for details. Phone
your local water company to check the water
hardness in your area.

NOTE!

Each machine is tested before leaving the
factory.
A small amount of water may remain in the drain

pump, though this does not aect quality or

damage the machine.

See Quick guide on the last page

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Safety instructions

General

• Read the operating instructions and keep
them in a safe place.

• Installation should be carried out by qualied

ASKO technicians.

• The machine should only be used for
washing items as described in these
instructions. It is not intended for dry
cleaning.

• Use only detergent intended for machine
washing!

• Use only detergents and softeners for
machine wash. Manufacturer may not
assume responsibility for any damage and
eventual discolouring of gaskets and plastic
components as a consequence of incorrect
use of bleach and/or colouring agents.

• Never use detergents containing solvents,
since there is a danger of creating toxic
gasses which may damage the machine and
result in ignition or explosion.

• Remove any transport protection devices
before using the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.

• Repairs and maintenance must be carried
out by a qualied professional.

• Damaged mains cables must only be
replaced by a qualied electrician.

• The machine is not designed to be used by

persons (even children) that are physically
or mentally handicapped or lack experience
and knowledge. Such persons must receive
instruction in how to use the machine or be
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety.

• Children must be watched to ensure they do
not play with the machine.

• In the enclosed plastic bag you will nd a tool

for opening the washer door in emergencies.

to pump water out and shuts o the water intake.

If the water level has not dropped within 60
seconds, the program is terminated.

Transport/Winter storage

If the machine is to be transported or stored in
unheated premises where the temperature can
fall below freezing, do as follows:

• Empty the lter and the drainage pump. See

the "Care and cleaning" chapter.

• Shut o the water to the washing machine,

loosen the supply hose to the intake valve
and let the water run out from the valve and
hose.

• After emptying the pump, a small amount of
water may remain in the machine. This does

not aect quality or damage the machine.

Recycling

This machine is manufactured and labelled
for recycling. In order to prevent injuries, the
machine must be made unusable once the
decision has been taken to dispose of it.
Contact your local authority for information
about where and how your machine can be
recycled correctly.

Installation

See the "Installation" chapter.

Overow guard function

If the machine’s water level rises above the

normal level, the overow guard function begins

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Child safety

Keep an eye on children!

• Always close the door and start the
programme immediately once you have
added detergent.

• The appliance is not intended for use by
young children or inrm persons without

supervision.

• Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the
reach of children!

NOTE!

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

When the child safety catch is activated you
must press the release button to pull out the
detergent compartment.

Activate child safety catch (for
detergent compartment)

On the inside of the detergent compartment is a
child safety catch.

Activated child
safety catch

Inactivated child
safety catch

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Description of the washing machine

1. Main power switch

2. Dispenser

3. Program panel

4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer
door)

5. Drainage pump cover

6. Drainage pump (behind cover)

7. Washer door

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2 3 4

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Dispenser

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2 3

1. Pre-wash

A

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4

B

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C

2. Main wash with liquid detergent.
Use the separator (A).

3. Main wash with powder detergent.
Do not use the separator.

4. Fabric softener

5. Release button

6. Child safety catch

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Advice and tips before washing

Here are some tips that may help you before
washing.

Sorting your laundry

Sort items according to:

• how soiled they are

• colour

• material

Clothing

1. Do up zips and close Velcro straps so that
they don’t harm fabrics.

2. New coloured items may contain excess dye
and should therefore be washed separately

the rst few times.

3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces
the risk of burling and fading.

4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if
possible.

Laundry labels

Look at the item's laundry label. The table below

shows suitable wash programmes for dierent

materials and wash loads. Using modern
washing machines and detergents, for example
compact detergents, you can usually wash at
lower temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial

and error to nd out what produces the best

results.

Laundry label symbols

Examples of washing instructions and recommended programs. Always follow the washing instructions for each garment.

Laundry labels Material Program

Cotton, linen, white and light-coloured items. Everyday wash 60 °C to 95 °C

Cotton, linen, cotton/polyester. Light and dark-coloured garments. Quick 60 °C

Acrylic, viscose, modal, acetate, polyester, polyamide and
elastane. Light and dark-coloured garments.

Wool, silk and other very delicate garments Wool/hand wash 30 °C to 40 °C

or

Coloured cotton

Coloured cotton items with the washing
instruction 60 °C should be washed at 60 °C for

the rst time in order to remove any excess dye.

If you do not do so, there is a risk that the colour
will run. Use detergent without bleach in order to
preserve the colour of the fabric.

Unbleached linen

Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed at
60 °C, using detergent containing no bleach
or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can
occasionally be washed at higher temperatures,
but not too often because the heat can destroy
the linen’s shine and strength.

Easy Care 40 °C

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Advice and tips before washing

• Always wash with a full load when using the

Wool

These fabrics are labelled either machine wash
or hand wash. The Wool/hand wash program is
at least as gentle as washing by hand.
Wool is especially sensitive to processes such
as washing.
If you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze
out the water using terry towels. In this case
select No spin.

To nd out how to choose this setting, see

the¨"Washing" chapter. However, most garments
can withstand a short spin. Choose a short spin
by selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.

Rayon bres and synthetic bres

Materials made of rayon bres, such as viscose,
and some synthetic bres are very delicate and

require much space so as not to crease. Only

half ll the drum when washing and choose a

spin speed of 800 rpm or lower.

NOTE!

Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.

Reducing allergic reactions

The washing machine has a Super Rinse option.
Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as
those with allergies and small children.

Save time and energy

Use the Everyday wash program to save time
and energy. This program has a shorter main

wash than Normal, but is often sucient for

lightly soiled washing.

Economy and eciency

You can save energy by not using higher
temperature programs than necessary.

• Select Quick if you just need to freshen up
shirts or exercise clothes, for example. This
will save both water and energy.

• If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a tumble
dryer or drying cabinet.

Heavy, Everyday wash and Normal programs.

• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and

detergents clean eectively without pre-

washing. Pre-washing is only necessary for
heavily soiled washing.

Detergents

Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to the
environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment; can also hinder the
wash performance.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only if

you are not satised with the results.

Dyeing fabrics

If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select
the Everyday wash program with the Super
Rinse option. Select temperature according to
the dye manufacturer’s recommendations.
Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed
is a blended material such as polyester/cotton.

NOTE!

Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not
to
the detergent compartment. After dyeing, you
should run the machine empty using the same
program. Use the normal amount of detergent.

NOTE!

Due to environmental concerns, we discourage
the use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain
removal, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and
discolouration of the machine.

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Washing

Sort your laundry.

See the "Advice and tips before washing"

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Place underwired bras in a laundry net.
Empty pockets. Coins, nails and the like can
cause damage to the machine and fabrics. See
the "Advice and Tips" section before washing.

chapter.

Turn on the main power
switch

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NOTE!

Power on

Press the on/o button for min. 1 sec and max.

5 sec.

Power o

Press the on/o button for min. 5 sec.

If the ON/OFF command is not correctly
accepted by the machine, wait min. 8 sec before
any further press.

Open the washer door and
load the washing

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Door opening button (key symbol). The door
opens once all water has drained from the
machine. Load the washing. The wash program
chart shows how much washing can be washed
with each program.

If the washer door is closed, press the

Liquid detergent

When using a liquid detergent, observe the
detergent manufacturer's recommendations.
We recommend using a laundry ball with thick
detergents. In the main detergent compartment,

use the section wall (A) – see gure in the

section Dispenser. Add the detergent into the
front compartment of the detergent dispenser.

Wash ball or net

If you use a wash ball or net, place it directly
in the drum and select a program without pre­wash.

NOTE!

Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment; can also hinder the
wash performance.
Try using less detergent, and increase only if

you are not satised with the results.

Fabric softener

Pour the fabric softener into the
compartment with the symbol. Follow
the recommendations on the fabric softener
packaging.

NOTE!

Do not ll above the compartment’s maximum
ll level. Otherwise fabric softener will run in too

early, and will impair washing results.

Add detergent and fabric
softener, as required

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recommendations for how much detergent you
should use. The machine holds 7 kg of washing.
If you only have a small amount of laundry in
the machine, you can reduce the amount of
detergent used.

Powder detergent

Pour the powder into the compartment for the
main wash, and pre-wash as well if desired.

The detergent packaging will have

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Washing

Program selection

You select a programme by turning

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programme is shown in the display. Now use
the option buttons to select any options. See
chapter Selecting Options.

1. Auto

This program automatically adjusts the length of
the main wash and the number of rinses to the
amount of laundry loaded in the machine.

2. Heavy

Program for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt
that needs to be fully dissolved before the
main wash. A pre-wash is used to do this. You
can select the temperature freely, so follow the
washing instructions for each garment. The
highest temperature, 95°C, is suitable for very
heavily soiled laundry. The spin speed can
be selected freely. The machine adapts the
program time and water consumption to the
load size.

3. Normal

Program for normal to heavily soiled laundry,
whites and colours. You can select the
temperature freely, so follow the washing
instructions for each garment. 60°C is a good
temperature for heavily soiled cotton garments,
as well as for garments worn next to the
skin. Select 40°C if the laundry is less soiled.
The spin speed can be selected freely. The
machine adapts the program time and water
consumption to the load size.

the programme selector. The selected

Quick Easy Care

Everyday wash

Normal

Heavy

Auto

Synthetics
Wool/hand wash
Rinse
Spin & Drain

4. Everyday wash

A standard program for lightly to moderately
soiled laundry. The temperature can be selected
freely, so follow the washing instructions for
each garment. Garments worn next to the skin
ought to be washed at 60°C. Very lightly soiled
laundry often comes clean already at 40°C.
The spin speed can be selected freely. The
machine adapts the program time and water
consumption to the load size.

5. Quick

Fast program for laundry that just needs
freshening up. The program can be run at any
temperature, so follow the washing instructions
for each garment.
The lower the selected temperature, the shorter
the program time. Garments worn next to the
skin ought to be washed at 60°C. The spin
speed can be selected freely.

6. Easy Care

Program for synthetic, mixed bre and easy

care cotton. The program has a high water
level and as such is also suitable for cushions,
quilted jackets and the like. Read the washing
instructions carefully and remember, for
example, that fabric softener must not be
used with the membranes found in some
outer garments. A washing temperature up to
60°C and a spin speed up to 1200 rpm can be
selected.

7. Synthetics

Program for delicate garments made of

synthetic bre, mixed bre, rayon and easy care

cotton. The maximum temperature is 60°C,
but follow the washing instructions for each
garment. Many synthetics will come clean at
40°C. Garments worn next to the skin ought to
be washed at 60°C. The maximum spin speed is
800 rpm.

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Washing

8. Wool/hand wash

A gentle laundry program for wool, silk and
garments that should be washed by hand. The
highest temperature is 30 °C. This program has
a short spin. The maximum spin speed is 800
rpm.

9. Rinse

This program performs one cold rinse cycle +
spin. Suitable for laundry that just needs to be
dampened and for cleaning cloths and mops.

10. Spin & Drain

Used to just spin the wash. If you only want to
drain the machine of water, select the symbol
(no spin).

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Washing

Programme chart

Program

1. Auto

2. Heavy

3. Normal

4. Everyday wash 60 3 1400 7 60 1.1 1:40

5. Quick 40 2 1400 3.5 25 0.4 0:45

6. Easy Care 40 2 1200 3.5 60 0.6 1:40

7. Synthetics 40 3 800 2.5 30 0.4 1:20

8. Wool/hand wash 30 3 800 2.5 70 0.5 0:50

9. Rinse 1 1400 3.5 15 0.1 0:18

10. Spin & Drain 1400 3.5 0.1 0:15

Consumption data may vary from the given values depending on variations in water pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room

temperature, uctuations in the electricity, type and volume of the laundry and any extra options.

Pre­wash Temp. °C

X 95 5 1400 7 85 2.2 2:45

X 60 5 1400 7 75 1.2 2:40

60 2 1400 7 60 1.13 3:21

40 2 1400 7 60 0.47 3:06

Number
of rinses

Spin Speed
rpm

Max load
(kg)

Water
consumption
(approx. liter)

Energy
consumption
(approx. kWh)

Programme time
(approx. hrs and
min.)

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Washing

40°
30°

Cold

95°
60°
50°

400

Selecting options

You can select options to adjust the wash

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requirements. The available options depend on the
selected program. If the option is available for the
selected program, the symbols lights up when you
press the button.
The machine will remember the options you select
for each program (with one exception – Delayed
Start). You can still change the selected options the
next time you select the program in question.

• Select the temperature by pressing the button

• You can select temperatures between 20°C and

• Select the spin speed by pressing the button

• You can select speeds between 400 and

• , means that the program does not include a

• No drain means that the program does not

program to suit your own specic

Temperature

until the LED by the desired temperature lights.

95°C. For Wool/hand wash you cannot choose
a temperature higher than 40°C. For Synthetics
or Easy Care the maximum temperature is
60°C.

Spin

until the LED by the desired speed lights.

1400 rpm, No spin or No drain. The maximum
spin speed varies according to the program
selected, so check the LEDs around the button.

spin cycle and ends by draining.

include a spin cycle and ends with the water

from the nal rinse still in the machine. The

washing will remain covered by the water from

the nal rinse, stopping it from getting creased.

If you have selected "No drain", you must select
the Spin & Drain program and the symbol
(no spin) once the program has ended to drain
the water from the machine before you open the
washer door.

1400
1000

800

Super rinse

Use the Super Rinse option if you want to
increase the number of rinses. The maximum
number of rinses is seven, and the number of
rinses varies depending on the selected program.
Recommended for persons with extremely
sensitive skin and/or in areas with very soft water.
This option cannot be selected with Rinse or Spin
& Drain.

• Select Super Rinse by pressing the button
under the symbol.

• An LED next to the button lights when this
option is activated.

Delayed start

When you select Delayed Start, the machine will
start 1–24 hours after you press the Start/Stop
button.

• Press the button by the symbol to activate
Delayed Start.

• By pressing the button again you can delay
the start in whole hours up to a maximum of 24
hours.

• Press Start/Stop, and the machine counts down
1 hour at a time and starts after the selected
delay.

If you change your mind and want to cancel
Delayed Start, you must press and hold Start/Stop
for three seconds.

NOTE!

Remember to press the Start button to start the
program..

NOTE!

Make sure the detergent compartment is
completely dry before you add detergent,
otherwise there is a risk that the detergent will
clump before the machine starts.

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Washing

Close the washer door and
press the Start/Stop button

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Time remaining

When the program starts an estimated program
time, in hours and minutes, is displayed. The
remaining time is updated three times during
the program, based on the actual load and

the incoming water temperature. The rst

update takes place after about 15 minutes. The
remaining time is last updated just before the

nal rinse.

Once the program has

nished

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for 2 minutes. The machine then turns o.

The washer door opens automatically once the

program has nished. If you want to deactivate

the automatic door opening function, see the
"Selecting settings" section.

• Remove the load.

If you have small children or pets at home, close
the washer door once you have removed the
laundry.

NOTE!

Upon completion of the washing cycle, close the
water faucet and unplug the mains cord.

The text "End" is shown on the display

To add or remove washing after the
program starts

If you want to add or remove items after the
program has started, you can stop the program
by pressing and holding the Door opening
button (key symbol) for three seconds. The

program time ashes on the display. When you

restart the machine, add any extra detergent
needed and close the washer door. The
machine continues automatically from the point
where the program was interrupted.

Stopping or changing a programme

You can stop a program by pressing the Start/
Stop button for three seconds. To restart the
machine, select a new program, add any extra
detergent needed and press the Start/Stop
button.

NOTE!

Do not open the detergent compartment while
the machine is running.

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Settings

You can change the following settings

Automatic door opening.
Extra rinses.

Door opening

If you choose Automatic door opening the
Washer door will open once the program has

nished.

1. Turn o the machine using the main power

switch.

2. Press and hold the Super rinse button and
then switch on the main power switch.

3. “AdO” is shown on the display if Automatic
door opening is activated or “AdF” if the
option has not been activated.

4. Press the Super Rinse button to change the
setting.

5. Press the Door opening button to save the
setting.

Extra rinses

Upon delivery, your washing machine is set to
use three rinses in the Normal and Everyday
wash programs. If you want to increase the

number of rinses to ve for these programs, do

as follows:

1. Turn o the machine using the main power

switch.

2. Press and hold the Delayed start button and
then switch on the main power switch.

3. The display shows "R O" if extra rinses
(5 rinses) is activated or "R F" if it is not
activated (3 rinses).

4. Turn the program selector to change the
setting.

5. Press the Door opening button to save the
setting.

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Care and cleaning

Cleaning the trap and the drainage
pump

The washing machine has a trap where smaller
objects such as coins and hairpins can collect.
To clean the trap and the drainage pump, do as
follows:

1. Make sure the machine is empty of water and

switched o at the mains.

2. Open the door.

3. Unhook the drainage hose from the
connector inside the door and drain the water
into a suitable container, such as a shallow
bowl.

Rinse the compartment and scrub it clean. The
cover in the fabric softener compartment can be
removed.

NOTE!

Do not run the detergent compartment through
a dishwasher!

4. Turn the cover anti-clockwise to open the
pump. Remove the cover.

5. Remove any items and so forth from the
pump housing and the cover. Also check that
the pump blades right at the back rotate.

6. Screw on the cover, replace the drainage
hose on the hatch pin and close the hatch.

Cleaning the detergent compartment

Pull out the detergent compartment using the
release button.

Cleaning the outside of the machine

Clean the outside of the machine and the
program panel with a mild cleaner. Do not
use any solvents, as these can damage the
machine.

NOTE!

Maskinen må ikke skylles med en vandstråle!

Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid unpleasant smells

Modern detergents often allow clothes to be
washed at low temperatures. This means that
small deposits can build up in the machine.
These, in turn, may lead to unpleasant smells
developing.
To avoid this, we recommend running a 95°C
wash programme once a month. When you do
this, use a small quantity of detergent. It is not
necessary to put any washing in the machine.

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Care and cleaning

Rinse holes under the agitator

If you suspect that objects such as nails or
paper clips may have fallen into the wash
drum, you should check the space under the
agitator. Such objects can rust and cause spots
on clothing. Nails and other sharp objects can
cause holes in fabrics.

Do as follows:

1. Insert a screwdriver or the like into the hole
on the agitator as illustrated and carefully pry
to the left.

If you have hard water

If you live in an area with hard water (high
limescale content), a greyish-white coating may
form on the wash drum. To remove this coating,
pour approximately 20 gram of citric acid into
the wash drum and run any 95°C programme.
Repeat if necessary.

2. Use your other hand to grasp the agitator and
pull it towards you.

3. Lift the agitator.

4. Remove any objects.

5. Place the agitator in the mounting hole with
the F-mark towards you. Ensure that all the
agitator fasteners are in their holes in the
drum. Push it in until it catches.

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Troubleshooting

The washer door will not open

1. Check that the main power switch is on.

2. Is there power? Check your home’s fuses
(circuit breakers). The washer door cannot be
opened with the Door opening button (with

the key symbol) if power is o.

If nothing else works, the washer
door can be opened as follows

WARNING!

The door may only be opened
manually if the electric power is
cut and the machine has been
drained of water.

A Select the Spin & Drain program and the

option with the symbol (no spin) to drain
the water from the machine. If this does not
work the machine must be drained manually.
See "Cleaning the trap and the drainage
pump" in the "Care and cleaning" chapter.

B Ensure that the main power switch is turned

o and that the plug has been removed from

the wall socket.

C Take the emergency door opening key (C)

(see gure in the section Dispenser) and

insert it into the slot on the right-hand side
of the washing machine door latch. The key
is attached on the back wall of the detergent
dispenser. Remove the detergent dispenser
from the washing machine and take the door
opening key.

D Push the tool upwards to open the washer

door.

After use, store the emergency door opening
key (C) in the dedicated compartment (B) (see
image in the section Dispenser).

If in the future the washer door does not open

when the wash program has nished, call the

service division.

The machine will not start

1. Is the washer door properly closed? Push it

rmly.

2. Is there power? Check the fuses and residual
current devices (circuit breakers) in the
building.

3. Check that you have not selected Delayed
Start. To cancel Delayed Start, press the
Start/Stop button for three seconds.

After power failure

Press the main power switch to resume the
current program.

Wet washing still in the machine

A small load can under certain circumstances
cause imbalance (see " Imbalance"). Rearrange
the load and start the spin program, or load
more washing and restart the washing program.

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Troubleshooting

Error messages

If an error occurs during the program a message
is shown on the display. To exit the message

after taking measures, turn the machine o and

then back on.
The error messages that may be shown in the
display are:

F10 Overlling

1. Shut o the water tap.

2. See "F11 Drainage error".

F11 Drainage error

Check:

• that no objects are stuck in the drainage hose
outlet.

• that the drainage pump is not blocked by
foreign objects. Clean the pump. See the
"Care and cleaning" chapter.

• that there are no kinks in the drainage hose.

After taking measures, run the Drain program or
press the Door opening button (key symbol) to
empty the machine. If this does not resolve the
problem, call the service division.

F12 Water inlet fault

Check:

• that the tap on the water pipe is open.

• that the lter in the machine’s water intake is

not blocked.

Action:

1. Shut o the water tap.

2. Unscrew the hose.

3. Clean the lter in the inlet valve on the

machine.

4. Screw the hose back on.

5. Turn on the tap and check for leaks.

6. Run the program again to check if the fault is

xed.

7. If this does not resolve the problem, call the
service division.

Imbalance

The machine stops the spin cycle if there is too
much imbalance. The washing machine restarts
the spin cycle and hopefully the washing is etter
distributed in the drum. This procedure can be
repeated up to 10 times. If the machine still fails

to nd a good balance, the program jumps to

the next step.
The error message requires no action.

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Technical informationTechnical information

Information for test institute

Energy labelling

Australian standard: AS/NZS 2040.1:1998

Washing program: Normal, 40 °C, 7 kg cotton

Connection: Cold water 20 °C

Test method for noise measurement: IEC-60704-2-4

Power requirement when machine turned o < 0,3 W

Power requirement for Delayed Start < 6,0 W

Power requirement when program nished < 3,0 W

Detergent, PBIS and Anti-Sudsing Agent (10ml) must be added via the detergent compartment.

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Technical information

Loading procedure for standard test:

When loading the machine for testing according to AS/NZS 2040:2005 it shall be loaded according to
the table below. Garments are placed on top of each other in layers and the soil swatches should be
placed inside the wash drum in the direction shown in the table, seen from above.

Top Swatches Swatch placement

30. Bath towel 1 Left

29. Pillow case 1 Right

28. Pillow case 1 Front

27. Undershorts

26. T-shirt 1 Rear

25. Tablecloth 1 Right

24. Bath towel

23. Shirt 1 Front

22. Undershorts 1 Center

21. Undershorts

20. Sheet 1 Left

19. Wash cloths (all)

18. T-shirt

17. T-shirt 1 Center

16. Undershorts 1 Right

15. Shirt 2 Rear

14. Bath towel

13. Bath towel 1 Left

12. Handkerchiefs (all)

11. Sheet 1 Right

10. Undershorts

9. Undershorts 1 Center

8. Shirt 1 Rear

7. Bath towel

6. Tablecloth 1 Left

5. T-shirt 1 Front

4. Undershorts

3. Pillow case

2. Pillow case 1 Left

1. Bath towel 1 Right

Total 20

Illustration of loaded Wash Drum for standard
test.

30
29
28
27

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Technical information

Technical data

Height: 850 mm

Width: 595 mm

Depth: 585 mm

Weight: 73 kg

Cylinder volume: 60 l

Max. washing capacity: 7 kg

Spin speed (rpm): 400-1400

Rated power: See type plate.

Heater output: See type plate.

Water pressure: 0,1-1 MPa

1-10 kp/cm

10-100 N/cm

2

2

Wash drum and liquid compartment material: Stainless steel

Outer casing material: Powder-coated and hot-galvanized sheet steel or

stainless steel.

Water connection: 1.5 m pex pipe

Drain: 1.7 m polypropylene hose

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Transport protection

Remove the three transport bolts and the plastic
plugs for locking the machine for transport
before using the machine.

NOTE!

If the machine is to be transported, the bolts
and plastic plugs for locking the machine during
transport must be installed to prevent damage
to the machine through shaking. If the transport
bolts or plastic plugs have been lost, you can
order new ones from your retailer.

1. Loosen and remove the bolts as illustrated
below.

2. To remove the plastic plugs that held the
bolts, squeeze together and pull out.

Article number Designation

80 882 77 Screw
80 901 05 Plastic plug, transport

lock

Order three of each item!

3. Remove the plastic covers from the plugs.
Push the plastic covers into the three holes
that contained the plugs. Save the plastic
plugs in case the machine is moved in the
future.

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Installation

Positioning the washing machine

The washing machine can be installed as a
built-in or freestanding unit. Place the machine

on a rm surface with easy access to the plug.

A. Built-in

The washing machine can be installed under
a counter top with a working height of 850-900
mm. Leavea 5 cm space around the entire
machine, including between the rear edge of the
top cover and the wall behind it.

B. Freestanding

The washing machine can be positioned beside
or under a tumble dryer.

Adjusting the feet

Keep the noise that the machine produces to
a minimum by adjusting the feet so that the

machine is steady and balanced on the oor.

Tighten the lock nuts.

Locking nut

Use only the supply hose supplied with the
machine.
Do not re-use old hoses or other loose supply
hoses.

Drainage connection

The machine is supplied with a drainage hose
attached, which must be connected to a drain.
See the examples below. The height must be

600-900 mm above oor level.

The lower position (600 mm) is always preferable.
Ensure that the drainage hose has no kinks.

Connection to water supply

Water connection should be carried out by an

appropriately qualied person. Connect the

machine using the accompanying supply hose.
Water pressure should be 0.1–1MPa (approx.
1–10kp/cm2 ; 10–100N/cm2). There should be a
stopcock on the water pipe.
If the pipes are newly installed, it may be wise

to ush them through so that any dirt is washed
away. Otherwise, dirt can clog the lter in the
machine’s water intake and cut o cut o or
reduce water ow to the machine. Check for

leaks.

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600--900 mm

Installation

The machine can also be connected to the drain
via a spigot connection. In this case the hose

should also be 600-900 mm above the oor. The

internal diameter of the hole should be at least
18 mm.

• Cut the nipple

• Remove burrs from the hole.

See the illustration.

At least 18 mm

Electrical installation

Connect the machine by plugging it into an
earthed wall socket. The electrical wall socket
must be placed outside of the installation area
to be easily accessible.

CAUTION!

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

Connection on delivery

The machine is supplied as 1-Phase, 220-230 V,
50-60 Hz, heat output 2000 W and has a 10 A
plug. Any residual current devices must be type
A.

NOTE!

Repairs and maintenance must be carried out

by a qualied professional.

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Service

Before contacting the service division

Before you contact the service division, make
sure that you know the model number (located
on the front panel), and serial number.
The model designation can be found on the
panel. The type designation and serial number
can be found on the type plate on the inside of
the washer door.

Model
designation

Type
plate

Type designation

TYPE

Serial number (8 digits)

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Your notes

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Your notes

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Your notes

QUICK GUIDE

1.

2.

3.

SORT THE WASHING, OPEN THE WASHER DOOR
AND LOAD THE WASHING

Refasten zips.

Look at the item’s laundry label.

Sort the washing according to how soiled it is, colour and material.

NB! Place underwired bras in a laundry net.

TURN ON THE MAIN POWER SWITCH

ADD DETERGENT AND FABRIC SOFTENER, AS
REQUIRED

The detergent packaging will have recommendations for how much

detergent you should use. With only a small amount of washing in the

machine, you can reduce the amount of detergent used.

4.

5.

SELECT A PROGRAMME

You select a programme by turning the programme selector. The

selected programme is shown in the display.

CLOSE THE WASHER DOOR AND PRESS THE
START BUTTON

The time remaining is shown in hours and minutes.

We reserve the right to make changes.

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