Beko WTIK76121 User Manual

Washing Machine

User Manual

WTIK76121

Document Number :

2820528571_EN/ 29-06-20.(11:15)

Please read these instructions first before using your appliance

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Beko appliance.
Please take some time to read this user manual before using your appliance, to ensure you

know how to safely operate the controls and functions.
Carefully follow all unpacking and installation instructions to ensure the appliance is correctly

connected and fitted prior to use.
Please write your product model and serial number on the last page of this user manual, and

store in a safe location close to the appliance for easy future reference.
This user manual may also be applicable for several other models. Differences between

models will be listed.
If you have any questions or concerns, please call our contact centre or find help and

information online at www.beko.co.uk

Explanation of symbols used throughout this User Manual

• Important information or

C

A

useful hints about usage.

• Warning for hazardous
situations with regard
to life and property.

B

• Warning for electric shock.

• Recyclable materials.

Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with domestic or other wastes. Take them
to the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.

This product was manufactured using the latest technology in environmentally friendly conditions.

1 General safety instructions

This section includes security
instructions which may help prevent
the injuries and material damage risks.
All kinds of warranties shall be invalid if
these instructions are not observed.

1.1 Life and property safety

CAUTION!

A

• Never place the product on a
carpet-covered floor. Otherwise,
lack of airflow beneath the
machine will cause electrical
parts to overheat. This will
cause problems with your
product.

• Unplug the product if it is not in
use.

• Always have the installation and
repairing procedures carried
out by the Authorised Service
Agent. The manufacturer shall
not be held liable for damages
that may arise from procedures
carried out by unauthorised
persons.

• The water supply and
draining hoses must be
securely fastened and remain
undamaged. Otherwise, there is
the risk of water leakage.

1.2 Hot surface safety

• While there is still water inside
the product, never open the
loading door or remove the filter.
Otherwise, risk of flooding and
injury from hot water will occur.

• Do not force open the locked
loading door. The door will
open immediately after the
washing cycle has ended. If the
door does not open, apply the
solutions provided for “Loading
door cannot be opened.” error in
the Troubleshooting section. In
case of forcing the loading door
to open, the door and the lock
mechanism may get damaged.

• Use detergents, softeners
and supplements suitable for
automatic washing machines only.

• Follow the instructions on the
label of textile products and the
detergent package.

• The water supply pressure
required to run the product is
between 1 to 10 bars (0.1 – 1
MPa)

• Do not use old or used water inlet
hoses on the new product. It may
cause stains on your laundry.

A

• The glass of the loading door
gets too hot while washing at
higher temperatures. Therefore,
especially do not allow children
touch the loading door glass
while washing.

CAUTION!

1.3 Children’s safety

CAUTION!

A

• This product can be used
by children at and above 8
years old and by persons
whose physical, sensory or
mental capabilities were not
fully developed or who lack
experience and knowledge
provided that they are
supervised or trained on the
safe usage of the product
and the risks it brings out.
Children should not play with
the product. Cleaning and
maintenance works should
not be performed by children
unless they are supervised by
someone. Children under the
age of 3 should be kept away
unless continuously supervised.

• Packaging materials are
dangerous for the children.
Keep packaging materials in a
safe place away from reach of
the children.

• Electrical products are
dangerous for the children.
Keep children away from the
product when it is in use.
Do not allow them to play
with the product. Use child
lock to prevent children from
intervening with the product.

CAUTION!

A

• Do not forget to close the
loading door when leaving the
room where the product is
located.

• Store all detergents and
additives in a safe place away
from the reach of the children
by closing the cover of the
detergent container or sealing
the detergent package.

1.4 Electrical safety

B

• If the product has a failure, it

• This product is designed to

• Plug the product into a

DANGER

should not be operated unless
it is repaired by the Authorised
Service Agent! There is the risk
of electric shock!

resume operating in the event
of powering on after a power
interruption. If you wish to
cancel the programme, see
“Cancelling the programme”
section.

grounded outlet protected by
a 13 A fuse. Do not neglect to
have the grounding installation
made by a qualified electrician.
Our company shall not be
liable for any damages that
will arise when the product
is used without grounding
in accordance with the local
regulations.

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DANGER

• Do not wash the product by
spraying or pouring water onto
it! There is the risk of electric
shock!

• Never touch the power cable
plug with wet hands! Never
unplug by pulling on the cable.
Always press on the plug with
one hand and pull out the plug
by grabbing with the other
hand.

• Product should be unplugged
during installation, maintenance,
cleaning and repair procedures.

• If the power cable is damaged,
it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, authorised
service or a similarly
qualified person (preferably
an electrician) or someone
designated by the importer in
order to avoid possible risks.

2. Important instructions for
environment

2.1 Compliance with WEEE Directive

This product complies with EU
WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU).
This product bears a classification
symbol for waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE).

This product has been manufactured with high
quality parts and materials which can be reused
and are suitable for recycling. Do not dispose
of the waste product with normal domestic
and other wastes at the end of its service life.
Take it to the collection center for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment. Please
consult your local authorities to learn about
these collection centers.

Compliance with RoHS Directive:
The product you have purchased complies

with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It
does not contain harmful and prohibited
materials specified in the Directive.

2.2 Package information

Packaging materials of the product are

manufactured from recyclable materials in
accordance with our National Environment
Regulations. Do not dispose of the
packaging materials together with the
domestic or other wastes. Take them to
the packaging material collection points
designated by the local authorities.

3.Intended use

• This product has been designed for domestic
use. It is not for commercial purposes or it
should not be used out of its intended use.

• The product must only be used
for washing and rinsing of laundry
that are marked accordingly.

• The manufacturer waives any responsibility
arisen from incorrect usage or transportation.

• The service life of your product is 10 years.
During this period, original spare parts will be
available to operate the appliance properly.

• This appliance is intended to be used in
household and similar applications such as:

– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other

working environments;
– farm houses;
– by clients in hotels, motels and other

residential type environments;
– bed and breakfast type environments;
– areas for communal use in blocks of flats or

in launderettes.

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4 Technical specifications

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Symbols Table

Supplier name or trademark Beko

Model name

Rated capacity (kg) 7

Maximum spin speed (rpm) 1600

Built-in Yes

Height (cm) 82

Width (cm) 60

Depth (cm) 56

Single Water inlet / Double Water inlet

• Available

Electrical input (V/Hz) 230 V / 50Hz

Total current (A) 10

Total power (W) 2200

Main model code 9211

WTIK76121

7178382000

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SUPPLIER’S NAME MODEL IDENTIFIER

INFORMATION

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Prewash Fast Fast+ Extra

Rinse

Wash

Spin+Drain

Ok

(End)

Drain

Cancel

• The model information as stored in the
product database can be reached by entering

(*)

following website and searching for your
model identifier (*) found on energy label.

https://eprel.ec.europa.eu/

Extra

Anti

Pet Hair

Water

Rinse

Temperature Door

AntiCrease+ Iron

Crease

Spin No

Spin

Drying

Extra

Dry

Removal

Tap
Water
(Cold)

Cupboard

Steam

No

Water

Dry

Dry

Night
Modu

Time
Delay

Timed
Drying

Soaking

Lock

Child
Lock

Rinse

Hold

On/Off Start /

Steeping

Pause

AutoDose

Detergent

Selection

Soil Level Add

Liquid

Garment

Softener

Selection

Downloaded

Program

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4.1 Installation

• Apply to the nearest authorised service
agent for the installation of your product.

• Preparation of the location and electrical,
tap water and waste water installations at
the place of installation is under customer's
responsibility.

• Make sure that the water inlet and discharge
hoses as well as the power cable are not
folded, pinched or crushed while pushing
the product into its place after installation or
cleaning procedures.

• Make sure that the installation and electrical
connections of the product are performed
by competent persons. Manufacturer
shall not be held liable for damages that
may arise from procedures carried out by
unauthorised persons.

• Prior to installation, visually check if the
product has any defects on it. If so, do not
have it installed. Damaged products cause
risks for your safety.

4.1.1 Appropriate installation location

• Place the product on a hard and level floor.
Do not put it onto a carpet with high pile or
other similar surfaces.

• When the washing machine and dryer are
placed on top of each other, their total
weight –when loaded– amounts to 180 kg.
Place the product on a solid and flat floor
that has sufficient load carrying capacity!

• Do not place the product on the power cable.

• Do not install the product in the
environments where the temperature falls
below 0 ºC.

• Leaving a gap at the sides of the machine is
suggested to reduce vibration and noise

• On a raised floor, do not place the product
next to the edge or on a platform.

• Do not place heat sources such as Hobs,
Irons, Ovens, etc. on the washing machine
and do not use them on the product.

4.1.2 Removing packaging reinforcement

Tilt the machine
backwards to remove the
packaging reinforcement.
Remove the packaging
reinforcement by pulling
the ribbon. Do not make
this operation alone by
yourself.

4.1.3 Removing the
transportation locks

1 Loosen all bolts with an appropriate wrench

until they turn freely.

2 Remove the transport safety bolts by

turning them slightly.

3 Insert the plastic covers in the bag

containing the user manual to the openings
on the rear panel.

A

• Remove the transportation safety bolts
before operating the washing machine!
Otherwise, the product will be damaged.

C

• Keep the transportation safety
bolts in a safe place to reuse when
the washing machine needs to
be moved again in the future.

• Install the transport safety bolts in reverse
order of the disassembly procedure.

• Never move the product without
the transportation safety bolts
properly fixed in place!

CAUTION!

INFORMATION

4.1.4 Connecting water supply

C

• It is necessary to have 10 – 80 liters of
water flowing from the fully open tap in
one minute to have your machine run
smoothly. Attach a pressure reducing
valve if water pressure is higher.

A

• Models with a single water inlet should
not be connected to the hot water
tap. In such a case the laundry will get
damaged or the product will switch to
protection mode and will not operate.

INFORMATION

CAUTION!

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1 Tighten the nuts of the hose by hand.

Never use a tool when tightening the nuts.

2

When hose connection is completed,
check whether there is leak problems at the
connection points by opening the taps fully. If
any leaks occur, turn off the tap remove the
nut. Retighten the nut carefully after checking
the seal. In order to prevent the water leaks
and resultant damages, keep the taps closed
when you do not use the product.

4.1.5 Connecting the drain
hose to the drain

• Attach the end of the drain hose directly to
waste water drain, lavatory or bathtub.

A

• Your drain house will be flooded if the
hose comes out of its housing during
water discharge. Moreover, there is
risk of scalding due to high washing
temperatures! In order to prevent
such situations and make sure that
the machine performs water intake
and discharge processes without any
problem, fix the drain hose securely.

CAUTION!

• In case the drain hose is elevated after laying
it on the floor level or close to the ground
(less than 40 cm above the ground), water
discharge becomes more difficult and the
laundry may come out excessively wet.
Therefore, follow the heights described in
the figure.

• To prevent the waste water to siphon back
into the machine again and to ensure easy
drainage, do not immerse the end of the
hose into the waste water or do not insert
it into the drain for more than 15 cm. If it is
too long, cut it short.

• The end of the hose should not be bent,
it should not be stepped on and the hose
must not be pinched between the drain and
the machine.

• If the length of the hose is too short, use
it by adding an original extension hose.
Length of the hose may not be longer than

3.2 m. To avoid water leak failures, the
connection between the extension hose and
the drain hose of the product must be fitted
well with an appropriate clamp as not to
come off and leak.

4.1.6 Adjusting the feet

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• In order to ensure that the product
operates more silently and vibration­free, it must stand level and balanced
on its feet. Balance the machine by
adjusting the feet. Otherwise, the product
may move from its place and cause
crushing and vibration problems.

• Do not use any tools to loosen the lock
nuts. Otherwise, they will get damaged.

CAUTION!

100 cm

40 cm

• Connect the drain hose to a minimum height
of 40 cm and a maximum height of 100 cm.

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1 Loosen the lock nuts on the feet by hand.
2 Adjust the feet until the product stands in a

stable and balanced way.

3. Tighten all lock nuts by hand again.

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Adjusting the feet with water level

• The voltage specified in the “Technical
specifications” section must be equal to
your mains voltage.

• Do not make connections via extension
cables or multi-plugs.

• You must remove the Detergent Drawer to
set the Water Level.

• For the system to operate properly, the
bubble inside the Water Level must be in
the middle.

• If the bubble inside the Water Level is on the
left, the pre-set right foot of the Washing
Machine must be adjusted.

• If the bubble inside the Water Level is on the
right, the pre-set left foot of the Washing
Machine must be adjusted.

• If the bubble inside the Water Level is at
the back, the pre-set front feet of the
Washing Machine must be turned to the left
(clockwise).

• If the bubble inside the Water Level is at the
front, the pre-set front feet of the Washing
Machine must be turned to the right (anti­clockwise).

4.1.7 Electrical connection

Connect the product to a grounded outlet
protected by a 13 A fuse. Our company shall
not be liable for any damages that will arise
when the product is used without grounding in
accordance with the local regulations.

• Connection must comply with national
regulations.

• The wiring for the electrical outlet circuit
must be sufficient to meet the appliance
requirements. Use of a Groud Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) is recommended.

• Power cable plug must be within easy reach
after installation.

• If the current value of the fuse or breaker
in the house is less than 13 Amps, have a
qualified electrician install a 13 Amp fuse.

A

• Damaged power cables must be replaced
by the Authorised Service Agents.

Electrical requirements

Before you insert the plug into the wall socket
make sure that the voltage and the frequency
shown in the rating label corresponds to your
electricity supply.

We recommend that this appliance be
connected to the mains supply via a suitable
switched and fused socket in a readily
accessible position.

Should the mains lead of the appliance
become damaged or need replacing at any
time, it must be replaced by a special purpose
made mains lead which can only be obtained
from a Authorised Service Agent.

B

• This appliance must be earthed

If the fitted moulded plug is not suitable for
your socket, then the plug should be cut off
and an appropriate plug fitted.

Destroy the old plug, which is cut off as a
plug with a bared cord could cause a shock
hazard if inserted into a socket elsewhere in
the house.

The moulded plug on this appliance
incorporates a 13A fuse. Should the fuse need
to be replaced an ASTA approved BS1362
fuse of the same rating must be used. Do not
forget to refit the fuse cover. In the event of
losing the fuse cover, the plug must not be
used until a replacement fuse cover has been
fitted. Colour of the replacement fuse cover
must be the same colour as that visible on the
pin face of the plug. Fuse covers are available
from any good electrical store.

CAUTION!

WARNING!

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Important
Fitting a different plug

As the colours of the
wires in the mains
lead of this appliance
may not correspond
with the coloured
markings identifying
the terminals on your
plug, proceed as
follows:

1 Connect the green - yellow or green (earth)

wire to the terminal in the plug marked ‘E’
or with the symbol f or coloured green and
yellow or green.

2

Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal
in the plug marked ‘N’ or coloured black.

3 Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal

in the plug marked ‘L’ or coloured red.

With the alternative plugs a 13A fuse must be
fitted either in the plug or adaptor or in the main
fuse box. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician.

Transportation of the product

1. Unplug the product before transporting it.

2. Remove water drain and water supply
connections.

3. Drain all water that has remained in the
product.

4. Install transportation safety bolts in the
reverse order of removal procedure.

4.1.8 Initial use

Before starting to
use the product
make sure that
the preparations
are made which
are in line with the
“Important Safety

and Environment Instructions” and the
instructions in the “Installation” section.

To prepare the product for washing laundry,
perform first operation in Drum Cleaning
programme. If this programme is not available
in your machine, apply the method which is
described in the section 4.4.2.

C

• Use an anti-limescale suitable
for the washing machines.

• Some water might have remained
in the product due to the quality
control processes in the production.
It is not harmful for the product.

INFORMATION

C

• Never move the product without
the transportation safety bolts
properly fixed in place!

A

• Packaging materials are dangerous to
children. Keep packaging materials in a
safe place away from reach of the children.

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4.2 Preparation

4.2.1 Sorting the laundry

• Sort laundry according to type of fabric,
colour, and degree of soiling and allowable
water temperature.

• Always obey the instructions given on the
garment tags.

4.2.2 Preparing laundry for washing

• Laundry items with metal attachments such
as, underwired bras, belt buckles or metal
buttons will damage the machine. Remove
the metal pieces or wash the clothes by
putting them in a laundry bag or pillow case.

• Take out all substances in the pockets such
as coins, pens and paper clips, and turn
pockets inside out and brush. Such objects
may damage the product or cause noise
problem.

• Put small size clothes such as infant's socks
and nylon stockings in a laundry bag or
pillow case.

• Place curtains in without compressing them.
Remove curtain attachment items.

• Fasten zippers, sew loose buttons and
mend rips and tears.

• Wash “machine washable” or “hand
washable” labeled products only with an
appropriate programme.

• Do not wash colours and whites together.
New, dark coloured cottons release a lot of
dye. Wash them separately.

• Tough stains must be treated properly
before washing. If unsure, check with a dry
cleaner.

• Use only dyes/colour changers and
limescale removers suitable for machine
wash. Always follow the instructions on the
package.

• Wash trousers and delicate laundry turned
inside out.

• Keep laundry items made of Angora wool in
the freezer for a few hours before washing.
This will reduce pilling.

• Laundry that are subjected to materials
such as flour, lime dust, milk powder, etc.
intensely must be shaken off before placing
into the machine. Such dusts and powders
on the laundry may build up on the inner
parts of the machine in time and can cause
damage.

4.2.3 Tips for energy and water saving

Following information will help you use the
product in an ecological and energy/water­efficient manner.

• Operate the product in the highest load
capacity allowed for the programme you
have selected, but do not overload. See,
“Programme and consumption table”.

• Observe the temperature instructions on the
detergent packaging.

• Wash slightly soiled laundry at low
temperatures.

• Use faster programmes for small quantities
of lightly soiled laundry.

• Do not use prewash and high temperatures
for laundry that is not heavily soiled or
stained.

• If you plan to dry your laundry in a dryer,
select the highest spin speed recommended
during washing process.

• Do not use more detergent than the
recommended on the detergent packaging.

4.2.4 Loading the laundry

1. Open the loading door.

2. Place laundry items loosely into the
machine.

3. Push the loading door to close until you
hear a locking sound. Ensure that no items
are caught in the door.

4.2.5 Correct load capacity

The maximum load capacity depends on the
type of laundry, the degree of soiling and the
washing programme desired.

The machine automatically adjusts the amount
of water according to the weight of the loaded
laundry.

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• Follow the information in the
“Programme and consumption table”.
When overloaded, machine’s washing
performance will drop. Moreover, noise
and vibration problems may occur.

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4.2.6 Using detergent and softener

Choosing the detergent type

Detergent type to be used depends on the
washing programme, fabric type and color.

• Use different detergents for coloured and
white laundry.

• Wash your delicate clothes only with special
detergents (liquid detergent, wool shampoo,
etc.) intended solely for delicate clothes and
at suggested programmes.

• When washing dark coloured clothes and
quilts, it is recommended to use liquid
detergent.

• Wash woolens at suggested programme with
special detergent made specifically for woolens

• Please review the program descriptions part
for suggested program for different textiles.

• All recommendations about detergents are
valid for selectable temperature range of
programmes.

The detergent drawer compartments are
indicated below:

1) Left compartment with number “II” (Main
wash compartment for powder detergent or
powder bleach/stain remover)

2) Left compartment with number “II ” (Main
wash compartment for liquid detergent or
liquid stain remover)

3) Middle compartment with number “I” (pre­wash compartment for powder detergent,
powder stain remover or liquid bleach ­liquid bleach must be added either during
the pre-wash or during the first rinsing step
of the washing Programme). Liquid bleach
must be added manually while the machine
takes in water.

4) Right compartment with “ ” symbol (liquid
softener compartment)

A

• Use only detergents manufactured
specifically for washing machines.

• Do not use soap powder.

C

• When using detergent, softener, starch, fabric
dye, bleach or limescale remover read the
manufacturer’s instructions on the package
carefully and follow the suggested dosage
values. Use measuring cup if available.

Detergent Drawer

Detergent drawer of your washing machine
consists of four different compartments for
powder main wash detergent, liquid main
wash detergent, liquid softener and powder
pre-wash detergent. Each of these laundry
additives are dispensed automatically in the
relevant time during the washing Programme.

Do not place the laundry additives directly into
the drum. Always use the detergent drawer.

Do not close the drawer too fast after putting the
laundry additives. This may cause the additives
be dispensed early, creating unsatisfactory
washing results and fabric damage.

C

• Do not open the drawer during
washing Programme.

WARNING

INFORMATION

INFORMATION

(II) Main Wash Compartment
Before starting the washing Programme, put

powder detergent into the left compartment
with number “II”. Use the detergent
manufacturer’s measuring cup and follow the
instructions on the package. Powder bleach/
stain remover must also be put into this
compartment.

Put the liquid detergent into the main wash
compartment with number “II ” before starting
the washing Programme. Liquid stain remover
must be put into this compartment.

Put the suggested amount of liquid detergent
into the left compartment with “II ” symbol
and dilute it to the maximum filling level line
(max. II ) with warm water.

Particularly the concentrated detergents must
be diluted with warm water; otherwise, the
siphon may get clogged in time.

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Do not fill the detergent above the maximum
filling level line; otherwise the excess amount of
detergent will reach the laundry without water
and may cause stains on the garments.In this
case you will need to refill the compartment.
Do not pour the detergent onto the laundry
directly since this may cause stains on the
garments.

Liquid Softener Compartment

Put the suggested amount of liquid softener
into the right compartment with “ ” symbol
and dilute it to the maximum filling level line
(max. ) with warm water.

Particularly the concentrated softeners must be
diluted with warm water; otherwise, the siphon
may get clogged in time.

Do not fill the softener above the maximum
filling level line; otherwise the excess amount of
softener will get mixed with the washing water
and you will need to refill the compartment. Do
not pour the softener onto the laundry directly
since this may cause stains on the garments.

Liquid softener will be dispensed automatically
at the final rinsing step of the washing
Programme.

(I) Pre-Wash Compartment
Put the powder pre-wash detergent or powder

stain remover into the middle compartment
with number “I”.

You can also put liquid bleach into this
compartment while the machine takes in water
during pre-wash or first rinsing step. Adding
the liquid bleach while the machine takes in
water allows it to be diluted before it is poured
onto the laundry.

You must select extra rinsing option if you use
liquid bleach in a washing Programme. Bleach
must be removed from the laundry with rinsing;
otherwise it may cause itching on the skin.

Starch

• Add liquid starch, powder starch or the
dyestuff into the softener compartment as
instructed on the package.

• Never use fabric softener and starch
together in the same washing cycle.

• Wipe the inside of the drum after using
starch.

Bleaches

If you are going to use regular bleach in
your machine, it is suggested to select a
Programme with pre-wash step and add
the bleach at the beginning of the pre-wash
without putting detergent into the pre-wash
compartment. Alternatively, it is suggested
to select a Programme with extra rinsing and
add the bleach while the machine takes in
water from the detergent drawer in the first
rinsing step. Bleach should not be mixed
with detergent. Since the bleach may cause
irritation on skin, little amounts must be used
and rinsed thoroughly. Do not pour bleach
directly onto the laundry and do not use it with
colour laundry.

When using oxygen based bleach, follow
the instructions on the package and select
a Programme at low temperature. Oxygen
based bleach can be used together with the
detergent. However, if it is not at the same
thickness with the detergent, then it must be
added from the compartment number “II” right
after the detergent foams with water.

Eliminating lime formation

• When required, use only appropriate lime
removers developed specifically for washing
machines and always follow the instructions
on the package.

C

• Read the dosage instructions and
label of your garments carefully
before using the liquid bleach.

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4.2.7 Tips for efficient washing

Light colours and whites Colours Dark colours

Heavily
Soiled

(difficult
stains such
as grass,
coffee, fruits
and blood.)

(Recommended temperature
range based on soiling level:
40-90ºC)

It may be necessary to pre­treat the stains or perform
prewash. Powder and liquid
detergents recommended for
whites can be used at dosages
recommended for heavily soiled
clothes. It is recommended
to use powder detergents to
clean clay and soil stains and
the stains that are sensitive to
bleaches.

(Recommended temperature
range based on soiling level:
cold-40ºC)

Powder and liquid
detergents recommended
for colours can be used at
dosages recommended
for heavily soiled clothes.
It is recommended to use
powder detergents to clean
clay and soil stains and the
stains that are sensitive to
bleaches. Use detergents
without bleach.

Normally
Soiled

(For
example,

Soiling Level

stains
caused by
body on
collars and
cuffs)

Lightly
Soiled

(No visible
stains exist.)

Powder and liquid detergents
recommended for whites
can be used at dosages
recommended for normally
soiled clothes.

Powder and liquid detergents
recommended for whites
can be used at dosages
recommended for lightly soiled
clothes.

Powder and liquid detergents
recommended for colours
can be used at dosages
recommended for normally
soiled clothes. Use
detergents without bleach.

Powder and liquid
detergents recommended
for colours can be used at
dosages recommended for
lightly soiled clothes. Use
detergents without bleach.

4.2.8 Displayed Programme Time

You can see the programme duration on the
display of your machine while selecting a
programme. Depending on the amount of laundry
you have loaded into your machine, foaming,
unbalanced load conditions, fluctuations in power
supply, water pressure and programme settings,
the programme duration is automatically adjusted
while the programme is running.

Clothes

Delicates/
Woolens/Silks

(Recommended
temperature range
based on soiling level:
cold-40ºC)

Liquid detergents
suitable for colours
and dark colours can
be used at dosages
recommended for
heavily soiled clothes.

Liquid detergents
suitable for colours
and dark colours can
be used at dosages
recommended for
normally soiled
clothes.

Liquid detergents
suitable for colours
and dark colours can
be used at dosages
recommended for
lightly soiled clothes.

(Recommended
temperature range
based on soiling level:
cold-30ºC)

Prefer liquid detergents
produced for delicate
clothes. Woolen and
silk clothes must be
washed with special
woolen detergents.

Prefer liquid detergents
produced for delicate
clothes. Woolen and
silk clothes must be
washed with special
woolen detergents.

Prefer liquid detergents
produced for delicate
clothes. Woolen and
silk clothes must be
washed with special
woolen detergents.

SPECIAL CASE: At programme start of Cottons
and Cotton Eco programmes, display shows the
duration of half load, which is the most common
use case. After programme starts, in 20-25
minutes actual load is detected by the machine.
And if the detected load is higher than half load;
washing programme will be adjusted accordingly
and programme duration increased automatically.
You may follow this change on the display.

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