Candy GOW 485 User Manual

Washer Dryer Instructions for use

Introduction

Please read these instructions for use carefully and all other information enclosed with the washing machine. Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners.

This appliances 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.

A different use of this appliance from household environment or from typical housekeeping functions, as commercial use by expert or trained users, is excluded even in the above applications.

If the appliance is used in a manner inconsistent with this it may reduce the life of the appliance and may void the manufacturer’s warranty. Any damage to the appliance or other damage or loss arising through use that is not consistent with domestic or household use (even if located in a domestic or household environment) shall not be accepted by the manufacturer to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Notes on disposal

All packaging material used is environmentally-friendly and recyclable. Please help dispose of the packaging via environmentally-friendly means.

Your supplier or local council will be able to give you details of current means of disposal.

Valuable materials can be salvaged from an old appliance via scrap reprocessing.

Note: pull out the mains plug from any old appliance. Cut the power cable and dispose of it, together with the plug.

When disposing of an old washing machine, please ensure that the door lock is rendered inoperable to prevent children shutting themselves in the appliance.

Contents Page

Introduction 2 General delivery notes 4 Safety notes 4 Quick start 5 Description of controls 6 Programme Table 14 Programme selector 16 Detergent drawer 19 Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use 20 Useful advice for the user 22 The main wash 23 Drying 25 Automatic washing/drying cycle 26 Drying cycle 27 Cleaning and routine maintenance 29 Investigating malfunctions 31 Technical data 33 Setting up + installation 34

BEFORE SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE MAKE SURE IT IS CORRECTLY INSTALLED AND THAT THE TRANSIT SCREWS ARE REMOVED AS SHOWN IN PAGE 34.

General delivery notes

On delivery check that there is the following with the appliance: – Instruction manual – Certificate of guarantee – Caps – Inlet hose

and check that no damage has occurred during transit, and if so, call your nearest Authorised Technical Support Service agent (see Customer Service)

Safety notes.

Note: for any cleaning or maintenance procedure for the washing machine

A) Pull out the plug B) Turn off the tap C) Candy equips all its appliances with earthing. Ensure that the mains supply is earthed,

and if it is not, seek assistance from a qualified person.

D) Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are wet or damp. Do not use the

appliance with bare feet.

E) The use of adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions is not recommended.

Note: water temperature can reach 90°C during the wash cycle

F) Check there is no water left in the drum before opening the door. G) This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced

physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. H) Do not pull the power cable or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket. I) The appliance must not be exposed to weather conditions (rain, direct sun, etc...) L) When moving the appliance never lift it by the controls or by the detergent drawer.

When in transit never rest the door against the trolley or transport the appliance without

the polystyrene base.

M) N.B!

If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor ensure that the ventilation holes on the base of the appliance are not obstructed.

N) If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down, switch it off, turn off the tap and do

not tamper with the appliance. Consult only the Authorised Technical Support Service for possible repair and ask them to use original spare parts. Failure to comply with the above can compromise the safety of the appliance.

O) If the appliance’s power cable should ever need replacing, consult the Authorised

Technical Support Service

Quick start

Washing

- Open the door by using the handle “A” (Fig. 1, page 6)

- Select laundry and put it in the machine

- Close the door

- Put detergent in the compartments as indicated in the programme guide in this instruction manual

- Select programme

- Wait for the “STOP” indicator light to flash

DRYING If you would like the drying cycle to begin automatically after washing, select the programme required using the Drying Selection button. Otherwise it is possible to finish the wash and then decide on the drying programme and load.

Press additional function buttons (if required)

- Press the “Start/Pause” button.

- The programme starts.

After washing

- The indicator light “STOP” will go on.

- Wait for the door lock to be released (about 2 minutes after the programme has finished). The “Door Security” indicator light will go out.

- Switch off the washing machine by turning the selector to “OFF” position.

- Open the door and remove the laundry.

Ensure that the machine is correctly installed in line with the instructions found on page 34.

Fig. 1

Description of controls

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Door handle A Programme selector with “OFF” position B "Door Security" indicator light C "Delay Start" button D "Time To End" and “Delay Start” indicator light E "Spin Selection" button F Spin speed indicator light G "Stain Blaster" button H "Allergy Care" button I "Drying Selection" button L

Drying programme indicators M "Cold Wash" button N “Fast Iron” button O "Start/Pause" button P Buttons indicator light Q Detergent drawer R

Door handle

Press the finger-bar inside the door handle to open the door.

PROGRAMME selector with "OFF" position

Rotates in both directions. The machine is turned on by selecting a programme via the programme selector. This status will be indicated by the "STOP" indicator light flashing, this light will continue to flash until the machine has started or the machine is returned to the "OFF" position.

Press the "Start/Pause" button to start the selected cycle.

Once a programme is selected the programme selector remains stationary on the selected programme till cycle ends.

Switch off the washing machine by turning the selector to "OFF".

Note: The programme selector must be return to the "OFF" position at the end of each cycle or when starting a subsequent wash cycle prior to the next programme being selected and started.

DOOR SECURITY indicator light

The “Door Security” indicator light is illuminated when the door is fully closed and the machine is ON. When "Start/Pause" is pressed on the machine with the door closed the indicator will flash momentarily and then illuminate.

If the door is not closed the indicator will continue to flash.

A special safety device prevents the door from being opened immediately after the end of the cycle. Wait for 2 minutes after the wash cycle has finished and the “Door Security” light has gone out before opening the door. At the end of cycle turn the programme selector to "OFF" .

“DELAY START button”

Appliance start time can be set with this button, delaying the start by 3, 6 or 9 hours. Proceed as follows to set a delayed start:

Select a programme (“STOP” indicator light blinks) Press "Delay Start" button (each time the button is pressed the start will be delayed by 3, 6

or 9 hours respectively and the corresponding light will blink). Press "Start/Pause" to commence the Delay Start operation (the indicator light associated

with the selected Delay Start time stops blinking and remains ON). At the end of the required time delay the programme will start.

To cancel the Delay Start function :

press the "Delay Start" button until the indicator lights will be off (The "STOP" light blinks) and the programme can be started manually using the "Start/Pause" button or switch off the appliance by turning the programme selector to "OFF" position.

Warning: If there is any break in the power supply while the machine is operating, a special memory stores the selected programme and, when the power is restored, it continues where it left off.

TIME TO END indicator light

In order to manage your time better, this washing machine features an indicator light system that keeps you constantly informed on the remaining cycle time.

Indicator light 90:

Remaining time above 60 minutes.

Indicator light 60:

Remaining time less than 60 minutes.

Indicator light 30:

Remaining time less than 30 minutes.

Indicator light 15:

Remaining time less than 15 minutes.

Indicator light STOP:

End of the programme.

“SPIN SELECTION” button

The spin cycle is very important to remove as much water as possible from the laundry without damaging the fabrics. You can adjust the spin speed of the machine to suit your needs. By pressing this button, it is possible to reduce the maximum speed, and if you wish, the spin cycle can be cancelled. To reactivate the spin cycle press the button until you reach the spin speed you would like to set. To prevent damage to the fabrics, it is not possible to increase the speed over that which is automatically suitable during the selection of the program. It is possible to modify the spin speed without to pausing the machine.

Note: The machine is fitted with a special electronic device, which prevents the spin cycle should the load be unbalanced. This reduces the noise and vibration in the machine and so prolongs the life of your machine.

Spin speed indicator light

When you set a program, the maximum possible spin speed will be automatically shown by the relevant indicator light. Choosing a smaller spin speed by the appropriate button, the relevant indicator light will go on.

The option buttons should be selected before pressing the "Start/Pause" button.

“STAIN BLASTER” Button

By pressing this button, which can only be activated in the Cotton cycles, the sensors in the new system come into operation. They affect both the selected temperature, keeping it at a constant level throughout the wash cycle, and the mechanical function of the drum. The drum is made to turn at two different speeds at crucial moments. When the detergent enters the garments, the drum rotates in such a way that the detergent is distributed in a uniform manner; during the wash and rinse procedures, however, the speed increases in order to maximise the cleaning action. Thanks to this special system, the efficiency of the wash procedure is improved WITHOUT ANY INCREASE IN THE LENGTH OF THE PROGRAM.

“ALLERGY CARE” button

By pressing this button you can activate a special new wash cycle in the Cotton and Mixed Fabrics programs, thanks to the new Sensor System. This option treats with care the fibres of

garments and the delicate skin of those who wear them. The load is washed in a much larger quantity of water and this, together with the new combined action of the drum rotation cycles, where water is filled and emptied, will give you garments which have been cleaned and rinsed to perfection. The amount of water in the wash is increased so that the detergent dissolves perfectly, ensuring an efficient cleaning action. The amount of water is also increased during the rinse procedure so as to remove all traces of detergent from the fibres. This function has been specifically designed for people with delicate and sensitive skin, for whom even a very small amount of detergent can cause irritation or allergy. You are advised to also use this function for children’s clothing and for delicate fabrics in general, or when washing garments made of towelling, where the fibres tend to absorb a greater quantity of detergent. To ensure the best performance for your wash, this function is always activated on the Delicates and Woollens/Hand Wash programs.

“DRYING SELECTION” button

With the programme selector not in the OFF position, press the button to select the required drying programme; an indicator will light to display the drying result selected each time you press the button. To cancel the selection before the start of a drying programme, press the button repeatedly until the indicators go out or return the programme selector to the OFF position. To cancel the cycle during the drying phase, hold the button down for 2 seconds until the cooling indicator lights up; given the high temperature inside the drum, we recommend that you allow the dryer to complete the cool down period before returning the programme selector to the OFF position and removing the laundry.

Drying programme indicators

The indicators display the type of programme and/or drying time:

Automatic Programmes dryer will calculate the time needed for drying and the residual dampness required, according to the load and drying type selected. After pressing the START button, one of the indicators will light to display the drying time remaining.

= Extra dry drying programme (recommended for towels, bathrobes and bulky

loads)

: By selecting one of these 3 automatic programmes, the washer-

= Cupboard dry drying programme

= Iron dry drying programme

USEFUL TIPS: The 30 minute drying programme is recommended for small loads (less than 1 kg) or slightly damp loads. Your washer-dryer ends the cycle automatically when it reaches the drying level selected. For the correct operation of the appliance, it is preferable not to interrupt the drying phase unless it is really necessary.

imed programmes:

T 120 minutes – 90 minutes – 60 minutes – 30 minutes: Dual function indicators: If one of the 3 automatic drying programmes is selected, the indicators display the drying time remaining They may be used to select timed drying programmes.

Cool down phase : Switched on during the final cool down period, in the last 10 minutes of each drying phase.

“COLD WASH” button

By pressing this button it is possible to transform every programme into a cold washing one, without modifying other characteristics (water level, times, rythmes, etc...). Curtains, small carpets, man made delicate fabrics, non coulor fast garments can be safely washed thanks to this new device.

“FAST IRON” button

The Fast Iron function (Not available on COTTON programmes) minimizes creases as much as possible with a uniquely designed anti-crease system that is tailored to specific fabrics.

MIXED FABRICS - the water is gradually cooled throughout the final two rinses with no spinning and then a delicate spin assures the maximum relaxation of the fabrics.

DELICATE FABRICS – after the final two rinses with no spinning the machine stops in the final rinse stage and the option indicators blink. The load is held in the water in the drum, thus reducing creasing and enabling easier ironing.

WOLLENS/HAND WASH – after the final rinse the load is held in the water in the drum, thus reducing creasing and enabling easier ironing and the option indicators blink.

To complete the cycle press the Fast Iron button and the machine will pump out the water and complete the cycle.

If you do not want to spin the clothes and activate drain only:

- Turn the programme selector to the "OFF" position;

- Select programme drain only ;

- Switch on the appliance again by pressing the "Start/Pause" button.

START/PAUSE button

When a programme is selecting, wait for the “STOP” indicator light to flash before pressing the "Start/Pause" button.

Press to start the selected cycle (according to the selected cycle one indicator lights will go on) .

NOTE: When the "Start/Pause" button has been pressed, the appliance can take few seconds before it starts working.

Changing the settings after the programmes has started (PAUSE)

The programme may be paused at any time during the wash cycle by holding down the "Start/Pause" button for about two seconds. When the machine is in the paused mode, the indicator light "Time To End", spin speed and option buttons will flash. To restart the programme, press the "Start/Pause" button once again. If you wish to add or remove items during washing, wait 2 minutes until the safety device unlocks the door. When you have carried out the manoeuvre, close the door, press "Start/Pause" button and the appliance will continue working where it left off.

CANCELLING THE PROGRAMME

To cancel the programme, set the selector to the OFF position. Select a different programme. Re-set the programme selector to the OFF position.

Buttons indicator light

These light up when the relevant buttons are pressed. If an option is selected that is not compatible with the selected programme then the light on the button first flashes and then goes off.

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