ASKO W8844XLECO User Manual
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and full 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
W8844 XL ECO
CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
Child safety 3
Installation 4
Overow guard function 4
Transport/winter storage 4
Packing material 4
Recycling 4
ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE WASHING 5
Laundry label symbols 5
Sorting your laundry 5
Clothing 5
Coloured cotton 5
Unbleached linen 5
Wool 5
Save time and energy 6
High water level 6
Economy and eciency 6
Detergents 6
Dyeing fabrics 6
TROUBLESHOOTING 14
The washer door will not open 14
Opening the door in an emergency 14
The machine will not start 14
After power failure 14
Wet washing still in the machine 14
Error messages 15
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 16
Information for test institute 16
Technical data 18
INSTALLATION 19
Positioning the washing machine 19
Adjusting the feet 19
Connection to water supply 19
Drainage connection 19
Electrical installation 20
BEFORE CONTACTING THE SERVICE
DIVISION 21
USING YOUR WASHING MACHINE 7
Add detergent and fabric softener 7
Program selection 8
Selecting options 9
During the programme 10
SETTINGS 11
Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump 12
Cleaning the detergent compartment 12
Cleaning the outside of the machine 12
Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid
unpleasant smells 12
Rinse holes under the agitator 12
If you have hard water 13
Before contacting the service division 21
PROGRAMME CHART 22
QUICK GUIDE 24
Original instruction
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
• Read the operating instructions and keep them in a
safe place.
• Installation should be carried out by qualied 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.
• Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by a
qualied professional.
• Damaged mains cables must only be replaced by a
qualied 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.
CHILD SAFETY
• 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 inrm 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!
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.
Activate Child-safe start (button lock)
You can activate the Child-safe start option (button lock)
to prevent children from starting the washing machine
(see the Settings section).
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
When the child safety catch is activated you must
press the release button to pull out the detergent
compartment.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION
• Carry out the installation and connections in
accordance with the separate installation instructions.
• Installation of water and electricity, if required, must
be carried out by a qualied tradesperson.
• Remove any transport protection devices before
using the machine. See the separate installation
instructions.
OVERFLOW GUARD FUNCTION
If the water level in the machine rises above normal,
the overow guard function begins to pump water out
and shuts o the water intake. If the water level has
not dropped within 60 seconds, the programme 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 aect
quality or damage the machine.
PACKING MATERIAL
Sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines.
RECYCLING
• This dishwasher is manufactured and labelled for
recycling. In order to prevent injuries, the machine
must be rendered unusable once the decision
has been made to dispose of it. Contact your local
authority for information about where and how your
machine can be correctly recycled.
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ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE WASHING
LAUNDRY LABEL SYMBOLS
Examples of washing instructions and recommended programmes. 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.
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
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.
Quick 60 °C
Easy Care 40 °C
COLOURED COTTON
Coloured cotton garments labelled with washing
instruction 60 °C must be washed at 60 °C initially to
remove any excess dye. Failure to observe this advice
could lead to the colour running.
Use detergent without bleach to preserve the colour of
the fabric.
UNBLEACHED LINEN
Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed at 60 °C,
using detergent without bleach or optical brighteners.
Heavily soiled linen can be washed at higher
temperatures, but not too often as the heat may destroy
the sheen and strength of the linen.
WOOL
These fabrics are labelled for either machine wash or for
hand wash. The machine’s Wool/hand wash programme
is at least as gentle as washing by hand.
LAUNDRY LABELS
Look at the item’s laundry label. The table below shows
suitable wash programmes for dierent 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.
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. However, most garments can withstand a short spin.
Choose a short spin by selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm
or less.
RAYON FIBRES AND SYNTHETIC
FIBRES
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.
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ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE WASHING
SAVE TIME AND ENERGY
Use the Everyday wash program to save time and energy.
This program has a shorter main wash than Standard
cotton, but is often sucient for lightly soiled washing.
HIGH WATER LEVEL
If you want more water for the main wash and rinses, you
can use the High water level option. High water level is
used automatically in the Wool/hand wash programme.
ECONOMY AND EFFICIENCY
You can save a lot of 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.
• Always wash with a full load when using the Heavy,
Everyday wash and Normal programs.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and detergents
clean eectively 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. Try to use less detergent, and increase only
if you are not satised with the results.
DYEING FABRICS
If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select the
Everyday wash programme 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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USING YOUR WASHING MACHINE
ADD DETERGENT AND FABRIC SOFTENER
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2 3
1. Pre-wash
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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A
Powder detergent
Pour the powder into the compartment for the main
wash, and pre-wash as well if desired. Do not use the
separator in the main detergent compartment.
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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). 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 programme without pre-wash.
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 satised 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.
B
C
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.
The detergent packaging will have recommendations
for how much detergent you should use. The machine
holds 10 kg of washing. If you only have a small amount
of laundry in the machine, you can reduce the amount of
detergent used.
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USING YOUR WASHING MACHINE
PROGRAM SELECTION
You select a programme by turning the programme
selector. The selected 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 and
type of laundry loaded in the machine.
2.Time program
This program adjusts itself to the specied time frame
or nish time. When using this program, it is however
important to select a temperature and time suited to how
soiled the laundry is. The spin speed can be selected
freely.
Specify the desired programme time by pressing + or on the Time button. The symbol for the programme lights
beside the selected time. You can choose a programme
time between 30 minutes and 3 hours. If you choose
a 30-minute programme time the maximum wash
temperature will be 30 °C
3. Heavy
Programme for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt that
needs to be fully dissolved before the main wash. A
pre-wash is used to do this. The machine adapts the
programme time and water consumption to the load size.
4. 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.
Garments worn next to the skin ought to be washed at
60 °C. Very lightly soiled laundry generally gets clean
already at 40 °C. The spin speed can be selected freely.
6. 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.
7. Easy Care
Programme for synthetic, mixed bre and easy care
cotton. The programme 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.
8. Synthetics
Programme 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
become clean at 40 °C. Garments worn next to the skin
ought to be washed at 60 °C. The maximum spin speed
is 600 rpm.
9. Wool/hand wash
A gentle laundry programme for wool, silk, and
garments that should be washed by hand. The highest
temperature is 30 °C. The programme has a short spin.
The maximum spin speed is 600 rpm.
10. Rinse
This program performs one cold rinse cycle + spin.
Suitable for laundry that just needs to be dampened and
for cleaning cloths and mops.
11. Spin
Used to just spin the wash.
12. Drain
Used when you only want to drain the water from the
machine.
5. Everyday wash
A standard programme for lightly to moderately soiled
laundry. The temperature can be selected freely, so
follow the washing instructions for each garment.
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