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HEALTH & SAFETY, USE & CARE and INSTALLATION GUIDES
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Health and Safety guide
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Use and Care guide
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
APPLIANCE.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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DETERGENT DISPENSER.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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CONTROL PANEL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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TECHNICAL DATA FOR WATER CONNECTION.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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DOOR .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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DRUM LIGHT (if available) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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ACCESSORIES.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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HOW TO USE THE APPLIANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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FIRST TIME USE .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 DAILY USE .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
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SORTING YOUR LAUNDRY.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 HOW TO USE THE WASHING MACHINE.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
PROGRAMMES AND OPTIONS.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 FUNCTIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 INDICATORS .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 DOSING AID .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 DOSING AID / DAILY USE.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 SAVING TIPS .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE WASHING MACHINE.................................................. |
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CHECKING THE WATER SUPPLY HOSE .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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CLEANING THE MESH FILTERS IN THE WATER SUPPLY HOSE.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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CLEANING THE DETERGENT DISPENSER.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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CLEANING THE WATER FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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TRANSPORT AND HANDLING .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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AFTER-SALES SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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INSTALLATION GUIDE .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . |
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Health and Safety guide
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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
YOUR SAFETY AND SAFETY OF OTHERS IS VERY IMPORTANT..
This manual and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings, to be read and observed at all times..
This is the safety alert symbol.. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can kill or hurt you and others..
All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING.. These words mean:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will cause serious injury..
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could cause serious injury..
All safety warnings give specific details of the potential risk presented and indicate how to reduce risk of injury, damage and electric shock resulting from improper use of the appliance.. Carefully observe the following instructions..
Failure to observe these instructions may lead to risks.. The Manufacturer declines any liability for injury to persons or animals or damage to property if the above advice and precautions are not respected..
Keep these instructions close at hand for future reference..
Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans and do not place
or use gasoline or other flammable materials in or near the appliance: a fire may break out if the appliance is inadvertently switched on..
When scrapping the appliance, make it unusable by cutting off the power cable and removing the doors and shelves (if present) so that children cannot easily climb inside and become trapped..
Do not leave the appliance unattended even for a few days, since it is a potential source of danger for children..
Remove the transport bolts The washing machine is fitted with transport bolts to avoid any possible damage to the interior during transport.. Before using the machine, it is imperative that the transport bolts are removed..
After their removal, cover the openings with the 4 enclosed plastic caps..
Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step..
INTENDED USE OF THE PRODUCT
This appliance is designed solely for use as domestic usage.. To aim the appliance as professional use is forbidden.. The manufacturer declines
all responsibility for inappropriate use or incorrect setting of the controls..
The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an external timer or separate remote control system..
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Do not use the appliance outdoors..
This washing machine is exclusively destined to treat machine washable laundry in quantities which are usual for private households..
INSTALLATION
Installation and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician, in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations.. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user manual..
Use protective gloves to perform all unpacking and installation operations..
The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before carrying out any installation operation..
Only activate the appliance when the installation procedure has been completed..
After unpacking the appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport.. In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales Service..
During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable..
The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons..
When installing the appliance make sure that the four feet are stable and resting on
the floor, adjusting them as required, and check that the appliance is perfectly level using a spirit level..
Remove the bottom protection by tilting and turning the washing machine on one rear bottom corner.. Make sure that the plastic part of the bottom protection (if available on the model) remains in the packing and not in the machine bottom.. This is important, as otherwise the plastic part could damage the washing machine during operation..
If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few hours before operating..
Do not install your appliance where it may be exposed to extreme conditions, such as: poor ventilation, temperature below 5°C or above 35°C..
In case of wooden or so-called “floating floors” (for instance certain parquet or laminate floors), place the appliance on a sheet of plywood at least 60 x 60 cm wide/ deep and
at least 3 cm thick which is
secured to the floor..
Use only new hoses to connect the appliance to the water supply.. Used hoses must
not be used and should be discarded..
Move the appliance without lifting it by the worktop..
Connect the water inlet hose(s) to the water supply in accordance with the
regulations of your local water company..
For models dedicated only for cold water: Do not connect to the hot water supply..
For models with hot fill: the hot water inlet temperature must not exceed 60 °C..
Make sure that the ventilation openings in the base of
your washing machine (if available on your model) are not obstructed by a carpet or other material..
The supply water pressure must be in range 0..1-1 MPa..
If you want to place a dryer on top of your washing machine, first contact our After-Sales Service or your specialist dealer to verify if this is possible.. This is only admitted if the dryer is fixed on the washing machine by using an appropriate stacking kit available through our After-
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Sales Service or your specialist dealer..
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
Make sure the voltage specified on the rating plate corresponds to that of your home..
The power supply ranges are indicated on the rating plate..
Regulations require that the appliance is earthed..
For installation to comply with current safety regulations,
an omnipolar switch with minimum contact gap of 3mm is required..
If the power cable is damaged it must be replaced with an identical one.. The power cable must only be replaced by a qualified technician
in compliance with the manufacturer instruction and current safety regulations.. Contact an authorized service center..
The electrical components must not be accessible to the user after installation..
The power cable must be long enough for connecting the appliance, once fitted in its housing, to the main power supply..
Do not use extension leads..
Do not pull the power supply cable..
Do not use multiple plug adaptors if the appliance is fitted with a plug..
For appliances with fitted
plug, if the plug is not suitable for you socket outlet, contact a qualified technician..
Do not touch the appliance with any wet part of the body and do not operate it when barefoot..
Do not operate this appliance if it has a damaged mains cord or plug, if it is not working properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.. Do not immerse the mains cord or plug in water.. Keep the cord away from hot surfaces..
When using a residual current circuit breaker (RCCB), only use a model marked with
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION FOR GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND ONLY
Fuse replacement
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A..S..T..A.. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:
1..Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse(B)..
2..Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover..
3..Refit both into plug..
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Important:
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not be used until a correct replacement is fitted.. Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug.. Replacement fuse covers
are available from your local electrical store..
For the Republic of Ireland only
The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the 2-pin, side earth type..
Socket outlet / plug (valid for both countries)
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, please contact After-sales Service for further instruction.. Please do not attempt to change plug yourself.. This procedure needs to be carried out by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufactures instructions and current standard safety regulations..
CORRECT USE
Only use detergents and/or additives that are specifically produced for domestic washing machines/tumble dryers..
Do not exceed the maximum load allowed.. Check the maximum load allowed in the programme chart..
Turn off the tap when not in use..
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Do not use any solvents (e..g.. turpentine, benzene), detergents containing solvents, scouring powder, glass or general purpose
cleaners, and flammable fluids; do not machine wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents or flammable liquids..
CHILDREN SAFETY
Very young (0-3 years) and young children (3-8 years) shall be kept away unless continuously supervised.. Children from 8 years old and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge can use this appliance only if they are supervised or have been given instructions on safe appliance use and
if they understand the hazards involved.. Children shall not play with the appliance.. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by childern without supervision..
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc..) out of reach of children..
CLEANING AND
MAINTENANCE
The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance operation..
Never use steam cleaning equipment..
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SAFEGUARDING THE ENVIRONMENT
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DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS
The packaging material is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycle symbol:
The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibly and in full compliance with local
authority regulations governing waste disposal..
SCRAPPING OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials.. Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations..
For further information on the treatment, recovery and
recycling of household electrical appliances, contact your competent local authority, the collection service for household waste or the store where you purchase the appliance..
This appliance is marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)..
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential
negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product..
This symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates
that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an appropriate collection centre for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment..
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
This appliance has been designed, manufactured and marketed in compliance with:
›safety objectives of the “Low Voltage” Directive 2006/95/CE (which replaces 73/23/ CEE and subsequent amendments);
›the protection requirements of Directive “EMC” 2004/108/ EC. Electrical safety of the appliance can only be guaranteed if it is correctly connected to an approved earthing system..
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Use and Care guide
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
APPLIANCE
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1.Worktop
2.Detergent dispenser
3.Control panel
4.Door handle
5.Door
6.Water filter / Emergency drain hose (if available) - behind plinth -
7.Plinth (removable)
8.Adjustable feet (4)
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DETERGENT DISPENSER
1. Main wash compartment
• Detergent for the main wash
• Stain remover
• Water softener
2. Prewash compartment
• Detergent for the prewash
3. Softener compartment
• Fabric softener
• Liquid starch
Pour softener or starch solution only up to the “MAX” mark..
4. Release button
(press to remove the detergent dispenser for cleaning)
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Detergent recommendations for various types of laundry
White robust laundry |
(cold-95°C) |
Heavy duty detergents |
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White delicate laundry |
(cold-40°C) |
Mild detergents containing whitener and/or optical |
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Light/pastelshaded colours |
(cold-60°C) |
Detergents containing whitener and/or optical brighte- |
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Intensive colours |
(cold-60°C) |
Colour detergents without whitener / optical brighte- |
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Black/dark colours |
(cold-60°C) |
Special detergents for black/dark laundry |
CONTROL PANEL
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40°
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1.. On/Off button
(Reset/Drain if pressed and held down)
2.. Programme button 3.. Colours 15° button
4.. Fresh Care button
5.. Dosing Aid button
6.. Knob (Turn to select/Press to confirm)
7.. Finish in button
8.. Temperature button 9.. Spin Speed button 10.. Options button
(Key lock if pressed and held down)
11.. Start / Pause button 12.. Display
13.. Programmes area
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TECHNICAL DATA FOR WATER CONNECTION
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WATER CONNECTION |
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WATER SUPPLY |
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WATER TAP |
3/4” threaded hose connector |
MINIMUM WATER SUPPLY PRESSURE |
100 kPa (1 bar) |
MAXIMUM WATER SUPPLY PRESSURE |
1000 kPa (10 bar) |
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DOOR
To open the door, pull the handle |
To close the door, hold the handle and push so that |
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DRUM LIGHT (if available)
•During programme selection: the light goes on for laundry loading
•After programme start, the light fades on and off while the laundry load is detected..
•After programme end, when you open the door, the light goes on for a while for unloading the laundry.. Then it goes off to save energy; touch any button to switch it on again..
ACCESSORIES
Contact our After-Sales Service to check if the following accessories are available for your washing machine (and dryer) model
PEDESTAL
Can be installed beneath your washing machine, to raise the appliance and allow for a more comfortable laundry loading and unloading..
STACKING KIT SHELF
by which your dryer can be fixed on top of your washing machine to save space and to facilitate loading and unloading your dryer in the higher position..
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HOW TO USE THE APPLIANCE
FIRST TIME USE
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If you plug in the washing machine, it will switch on automatically.. You will be asked to set the desired language for the display..
Turn the knob to select the desired language, then press the knob to confirm..
Afterwards you can adapt the water hardness setting of your washing machine to your regional water hardness.. This is recommended in order to optimize the Dosing Aid function.. Turn the knob to choose between soft / medium / hard and confirm by pressing the knob..
To remove any residues from the manufacturing process..
1.. Select programme “Cotton” with temperature 95°C..
2.. Add a small amount of detergent to the main wash compartment 
of the detergent dispenser (maximum 1/3 of the quantity the detergent manufacturer recommends for lightly soiled laundry)..
3.. Start the programme without adding any laundry..
See section “DAILY USE” for more information on how to select and start a programme..
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DAILY USE
SORTING YOUR LAUNDRY
1.. REMOVE ALL OBJECTS FROM POCKETS
• Coins, pins etc.. can damage your laundry as well as parts of the washing machine..
•Objects like paper handkerchiefs will
tear into small pieces which must be removed manually after the wash..
2..CLOSE ZIP FASTENERS, BUTTONS OR HOOKS.. TIE LOOSE BELTS OR RIBBONS TOGETHER..
•Wash small items (e..g.. nylon stockings, belts etc..) and items with hooks (e..g.. bras) in a laundry bag or pillow case with zip fastener.. Always remove curtain rings, or wash curtains with the rings safely tied inside a cotton bag..
3.. TYPE OF FABRIC / CARE LABEL SYMBOL
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care / synthetics, wool, handwash items..
•Colour
separate coloured and white items.. Wash new coloured articles separately..
•Size
Wash items of different sizes in the same wash load, to improve washing efficiency and distribution of the articles in the drum..
•Delicates
Wash delicate items separately; they require gentle treatment..
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HOW TO USE THE WASHING MACHINE
1.. LOAD LAUNDRY
•Open the door and load the laundry.. Load
the articles one at a time loosely into the 
drum, without overfilling.. Observe the 
load sizes given in the programme chart.. Overloading the machine will result in unsatisfactory washing results and creased laundry..
2.. CLOSE DOOR
• Make sure that no laundry gets stuck between door glass and rubber seal..
• Close the door so that you can hear it click shut..
3.. OPEN WATER TAP
•Make sure that the washing machine is connected to the mains..
•Open the water tap..
4.. SWITCH ON WASHING MACHINE
•Press the On/Off button until the programme button lights up.. An
animation will appear, and there will be a sound.. Afterwards the washing machine is ready to be operated..
•The programme setting which you used last will appear on the control panel..
5.. SET THE DESIRED PROGRAMME
GUIDED MODE
the button light will guide you through setting a programme in the following order: selection of programme / temperature / spin speed / options.. As soon as you confirm a selection by pressing the knob, the button light will jump to the next step..
Select programme
Make sure that the programme button lights up.. Turn the knob to select the desired programme.. The indicator of the selected
programme lights up, and the programme and its default duration appear on the display..
Confirm the desired programme by pressing the knob.. The maximum possible laundry load for the selected programme is indicated on the display..
Find more information regarding programmes in section PROGRAMMES, OPTIONS AND FUNCTIONS and in the Daily Reference Guide..
Change temperature, if needed
If you want to change the temperature 
indicated on the display, make sure that the Temperature button lights up..
Turn the knob to select the desired temperature, then press the knob to confirm
Change spin speed, if needed
If you want to change the spin speed indicated on the display, make sure that the Spin button lights up..
Turn the knob to select the desired spin speed, or Rinse hold 
, then press the knob to confirm..
If you select spin speed “0”, the programme ends with draining the rinse water.. No final spin cycle will be applied..
If you select “Rinse hold”, the programme will stop after the rinse phase.. The laundry will remain immerged in the last rinse water.. See more information in section PROGRAMMES, OPTIONS
AND FUNCTIONS / Rinse hold.
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