CDA ci371 Manual For Installation, Use And Maintenance

ci371 Washing Machine

Manual for Installation, Use and Maintenance

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Contents

Contents ............................................................................................................. 2

Important ............................................................................................................ 3

Safety Warnings ............................................................................................... 4

Warnings ............................................................................................................ 5

Recommendations .......................................................................................... 6

Before First Use ............................................................................................... 7

Control Panel .................................................................................................... 9

Opening the Door ......................................................................................... 10

Adding Detergents and Additives ............................................................. 11

Detergent Doses ........................................................................................... 12

Selecting the Washing Programme ..........................................................13

Selecting and Confirming Options ...........................................................14

Delay Timer ..................................................................................................... 16

Starting the Wash Programme ................................................................... 17

The End of the Programme ........................................................................ 18

Child Lock ........................................................................................................ 19

Opening the Appliance in an Emergency ............................................ 20

Programme Listing ....................................................................................... 22

Care and Maintenance ............................................................................... 24

Practical Information .................................................................................... 27

Troubleshooting ........................................................................................... 29

Installation .........................................................................................................31

International Washing Signs ..................................................................... 36

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Important

The CDA Group Ltd cannot be held responsible for injuries or
losses caused by incorrect use or installation of this product.
Please note that CDA reserve the right to invalidate the guarantee
supplied with this product following incorrect installation or misuse
of the appliance or use in a commercial environment.

This appliance is not designed to be used by people (including
children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental capacity, or
who lack experience or knowledge about it, unless they have had
supervision or instructions on how to use the appliance by
someone who is responsible for their safety.

Under no circumstances should any external covers be removed
for servicing or maintenance except by suitably qualified
personnel.

Appliance information:

Please enter the details on the appliance rating plate below for
reference, to assist CDA Customer Care in the event of a fault with
your appliance and to register your appliance for guarantee
purposes.

Appliance Model

Serial Number

This appliance has been manufactured to the strictest standards
and complies with all applicable legislation, including Electrical
safety (LVD) 2006/95/EC and Electromagnetic interference
compatibility (EMC) 2004/108/EC.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR CORRECT DISPOSAL
OF THE PRODUCT IN ACCORDANCE WITH EC
DIRECTIVE 2002/96/EC.

At the end of its working life, the product must not be disposed of
as urban waste. It must be taken to a special local authority
differentiated waste collection centre or to a dealer providing this
service.

Disposing of a household appliance separately avoids possible
negative consequences for the environment and health deriving
from inappropriate disposal and enables the constituent materials
to be recovered to obtain significant savings in energy and
resources. As a reminder of the need to dispose of household
appliances separately, the product is marked with a crossed-out
wheeled dustbin.

Safety Warnings

• If the plug or cord is damaged, do not connect the

appliance to the mains power supply. If the cord is
damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer or
appointed service agent in order to avoid a hazard.

• To remove the plug from the socket, pull on the body of

the plug, not the cable.

• Do not plug the appliance in to the mains power supply

with wet or damp hands.

• Never touch the appliance with wet hands or feet.

• Never open the detergent drawer when a programme is

running.

• Never force the appliance door open when a programme

is running.

• Since the appliance can reach high temperatures while

running, do not touch the drain hose or drained water
during draining.

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• In case of any failure, first unplug the appliance and close

the water tap.

• Repair on this appliance should only be undertaken by

suitably qualified personnel.

• Keep the packing materials away from children to prevent

risk of injury.

• Do not let children play with the washing machine.

• Keep pets away from the appliance.

• The appliance should not be installed on carpeted surfaces

as this can block the air ventilation on the base.

Warnings

To avoid the risk of fire, electric shocks, injury or damage when
using your washing machine, please take the following
precautions:

• Please read all the instructions before using the washing

machine.

• Do not wash items that have previously been cleaned,

washed, soaked or treated with petrol, solvents for dry
cleaning, other inflammable substances or explosives, as
they produce fumes that could catch fire or explode.

• Do not add petrol, solvents for dry cleaning or other

inflammable or explosive substances to the wash water as
they produce fumes that could catch fire or explode.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the washing machine

or try to carry out any type of servicing unless it is
recommended in the maintenance instructions in the
manual.

• Do not climb onto the machine or stand on the open

porthole door.

• Do not use an extension lead or adaptor to connect your

washing machine to the mains supply.

• Follow the washing instructions recommended by the

manufacturer of the garment to be washed.

• Do not turn your washing machine on until you are sure

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that it has been installed in accordance with the installation
instructions and all the water, drainage, mains electricity
and earth connections meet the local regulations and/or

other applicable regulations.
Important: Ensure that the transit bolts have been removed
prior to using the machine.

Recommendations

• Residues of detergent or softener left in the detergent

drawer for long periods will dry and stick to the detergent

drawer. To prevent this put the detergent and softener into

the detergent drawer just before washing.

• It is recommended that the pre-wash programme should

only be used for very dirty clothes.

• Do not exceed the maximum loading capacity.

• When the machine is not in use, keep the water tap closed.

• The appliance is not intended for use by people (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.

• If the appliance is not to be used for prolonged periods of

time, unplug the appliance, close the water tap and leave

the door ajar to keep the inside of the machine dry and to

prevent unpleasant odours from developing.

• As a result of the quality control procedures during

production, a certain amount of water may remain in the

appliance. This is normal and does not signify a fault.

• Do not remove the rating plate. The information on it is

important.

• This appliance should not be installed in locations where

the ambient temperature may fall below 0°C. Use in

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ambient temperatures below 0°C may damage the

machine.

Before First Use

When your washing machine has been correctly installed, we
recommend that you pre-clean the machine.
This is to check that the installation, the connections and the
drainage are all correct, and to thoroughly clean the inside of the
washing machine before any wash programmes are run.
Prior to pre-cleaning you should ensure the transit bolts have
been removed.

• Select the Cotton 90ºC programme and add a normal dose

of detergent into the detergent dispenser.

• Press the Start/Pause button.

Preparing Garments for Washing

• Wash lightly soiled garments using a short programme.

• Use a programme without prewash for medium-soiled

garments.

• Wash heavily soiled garments using a long programme

with prewash.

• Wash white and coloured loads separately.

• We recommend that small garments are placed in a wash

bag.

• We recommend using the delicate programmes for

sensitive fabrics.

• Separate clothes according to their types (cotton, synthetic,

sensitive, woolen, etc.), required washing temperatures and

level of dirtiness.

• Since new coloured clothes may shed dye on the first

wash, wash them separately.

• Remove any metal pieces found on the items to be

washed, for example curtain hooks.

• Fasten all zips and buttons.

• Turn garments, such as knitted fabrics, inside out.

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• Before placing the clothes in the drum, make sure all the

pockets are empty. Any small objects may block the drain

pump.

• We recommend loading the washing machine to its full

capacity for best water and energy efficiency.
Whenever possible, we recommend that you wash garments of
different sizes within the same wash programme. This improves
the washing action and also aids the correct distribution of the
garments in the drum when spin-drying, and the washing machine
will therefore be quieter.

Eco Note

The use of more detergent than necessary will not improve your
washing results, and will have a negative effect on the
environment.
We therefore recommend you follow the detergent manufacturer’s
instructions.

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Control Panel

Display: shows the settings (spin speed, cycle status, timer, child
lock on/off, maximum recommended weight). The settings can be
modified using the buttons underneath.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Buttons:
1: Spin speed selection
2: Choose option
3: Confirm option
4: Delay timer
5: Child lock
6: Start / Pause
7: Programme selector

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Opening the Door

The appliance is fitted with a safety device which prevents the
door from being opened while a programme is in progress.

Check that all the water has been drained from the tank and the
drum is at a standstill.

Warning: If the washing programme is interrupted, it will be from
3 to 15 minutes before the door can be opened, depending on the
temperature reached inside the appliance.

Loading the Washing Machine

• Open the door.

• Add the items to be washed separately, ensuring they are

loaded evenly.

• When closing the door, ensure that no item is trapped

between the door and the door seal.

• Close the door securely, otherwise the programme will not

start.

• Subdivide the items for washing by fabric type and colour

fastness.

• Wash white and coloured items separately. New coloured

items should be washed separately the first time. Normally,

items carry labels with washing instructions.

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Adding Detergents and Additives

Your washing machine’s detergent dispenser has three
compartments, marked with symbols:

For prewash detergent

For main wash detergent

For fabric conditioner, starch or other additives.

• The main wash

detergent compartment

has a tang allowing the

use of liquid detergent.

To insert it, pull it towards

the front and then lower

it, as shown here.

• Place the detergent and

any additives in the

drawer before the start of

the programme.

• Never fill with liquids above the maximum level marked,

otherwise the trays will empty too quickly.

• Before pouring concentrated fabric conditioners (or other

dense additives) into the container, dilute with a little water

to ensure they do not clog the outlet.

• Use only low-foam detergents suitable for use in a washing

machine.

• The amount of detergent must be decided in relation to the

hardness of the water, the type and quantity of items

loaded, and their degree of soiling. This will provide the

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desired effect with optimal detergent consumption.

• On detergent packs the recommended dose is indicated

for 4 levels of water hardness and for loads of 4-5 kg of

washing with average dirt levels.

Detergent Doses

Laundry with normal dirt

• Choose a programme without prewash.

• Pour the total amount of detergent shown on the pack into

the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer.

Very dirty laundry

• Choose a programme with prewash.

• Place ¼ of the recommended amount of detergent in the

prewash compartment of the detergent drawer and ¾ of

the detergent in the wash compartment.

Warning:

• For delicate items in synthetic fibre use from ½ to ⅔ of the

recommended dose for washing tough cotton fabrics.

• Only neutral detergents recommended for wool should be

used on the wool programme.

• Use the doses recommended by the detergent producer.

Liquid Detergent

• Pour the dose required into the measuring cap supplied

with the bottle of liquid detergent and place it in the drum,

or use the main wash compartment of the detergent

drawer, fitting the insert provided.

• The scale on the red insert is intended as an aid when

deciding the dose of liquid detergent.

Warning: Liquid detergents can be used, at the doses
recommended by the manufacturer, only for the main wash, i.e. in
all programmes without prewash.

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Descalers

• Descalers can be added to the prewash and main wash

compartments as recommended by their manufacturers.

• Place the detergent in the compartments first, followed by

the descaler.

Selecting the Washing Programme

To switch on the appliance and select the programme, proceed as
follows:

1 Turn the “Programme Selector” knob in either direction.

This switches on the washing machine.

2 Select the washing programme. The time left to the end

of the programme and the maximum recommended
weight for the selected programme alternate on the
display. The symbols on the display light up to identify
the information shown.

3 The default spin speed values are shown. The initial

settings can be modified using the button underneath
the sequence of spin speeds.

4 If spin speed “no spin” is set, the appliance does not

perform the final spin and the washing programme
ends with water still in the tank.

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Selecting and Confirming Options

Options

Choose Option Confirm Option Start / Pause

The “choose option” button can be used to choose the following
options in sequence (from the top down):

Prewash: Adds a stage before the main wash, lasting about 20
minutes at a temperature of 35°C. This is suitable for loads of
particularly dirty items.
Intensive: The max. temperature is changed to 60°C and the
washing stage is extended to increase the effectiveness of the
enzymes in the detergents. This is suitable for delicate but dirty
items.
Easy iron: Produces items which are less creased and easy to
iron.
Rinse +: Adds a rinse to the selected washing programme.
Flexi Time: Reduces the duration of the cycle. When selected (by

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pressing the “Confirm Option” button) the display shows one bar
less and the cycle time will be reduced of about 20%. With a
second press of the “Confirm Option” button a further bar
disappears from the display and the cycle time reduces by a
further 15%. Pressing the “Confirm Option” button again returns
the cycle time to its full duration.
Silent: Sets whether or not the buzzer will sound at the end of the
cycle. The appliance comes with the buzzer function "On".

To confirm the chosen option, simply press the “Confirm Option”
button and the LED of the option remains on.

To delete an option selection, simply return to the option with the
“option choice” button and press the “Confirm Option” button.
To cancel all the options previously selected in a single operation,
simply hold down the “Confirm Option” button for 4 seconds.

The Buzzer option retains its "On" or "Off" status for subsequent
cycles. It is only automatically switched to "Off" if the Night Wash
programme is chosen.

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Delay Timer

Delay Timer Symbol

Start / Pause
Symbol

Start / Pause

Delay Timer Button

1 The “Delay Timer Button” can be pressed repeatedly to

select the time after which the washing programme will
end. The time left before the end of the cycle calculates
the initial duration of the washing cycle, the settings
made (temperature, spin speed and options) which may
shorten or lengthen the cycle's initial duration, and the
delay time the user wishes to add before the cycle
starts.

2 After the Delay Timer function has been set, the symbol

on the display remains on.

3 To cancel the Delay Timer function, keep pressing the

button repeatedly until the display shows “0”.

4 The Start / Pause symbol flashes on and off until the

cycle starts. After the cycle starts, the symbol remains
constantly lit.

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Starting the Wash Programme

1 To start the washing programme (after making the

settings you want) press the “Start/Pause” button.

2 Once the cycle has started, the display shows the time

remaining before the end of the cycle and the
“Start/Pause” symbol on the display is constantly on.

3 During the washing/drying programme, the symbols

which identify the various phases light up:

Cycle phase symbols:

Prewash Wash Rinse Final Spin

Stopping or Changing the Programme

The washing programme in progress can be interrupted at any
stage:

1 Press the “Start / Pause” button for about 3 seconds:

the display shows the word PAUS (for 1 second)
alternating with the time remaining until the end of the
cycle (for 1 second). The “Start / Pause” light flashes on
and off.

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2 Programmes can also be interrupted by turning the

“Programme Selector” knob while the cycle is in
progress.

3 To change the washing programme, simply turn the

“Programme Selector” to select the new programme;
there is no need to set the appliance in pause status.
The new cycle will be carried out completely, beginning
from the start. If the tank had already been filled with
water during the previous cycle, the water intake phase
will be omitted from the new programme.

4 To restart the cycle, press the “Start / Pause” button

again.

The End of the Programme

Washing programmes are completed automatically. The word
END appears on the display and the "Time Remaining" light goes
out.

1 Switch the appliance off by turning the “Programme

Selector” knob to “OFF “

2 Unload the laundry from the drum.
3 Leave the door ajar to allow the interior of the washing

machine to dry out.

4 Turn off the water intake tap.

If during the initial spin speed setting stage, the "no spin" mode
(spin speed set as “0”) was selected, at the end of the washing
programme the word “STOP” appears on the display, alternating
with “----“ (spin speed of “0”), the spin light stays on.
To proceed with the pump-out and spin, press the spin selection
button twice. The appliance restarts the cycle with the pump-out
and spin. To select the spin speed required, press the button until
the chosen speed is displayed. To pump out the water from the
tank without performing the spin, press the spin selection button
until the display indicates speed of 0: the pump-out will be run
without spin.

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Child Lock

When this function is activated, changing options, temperature,
spin speed and the washing/drying cycle is not possible while the
cycle is in progress.

Child Lock
symbol

2 1

1 To activate the “Child Lock” function, press the “Child

Lock” (1) button and hold it down. Also press the
“Choose Options” (2) button within 3 seconds.

2 The “Child Lock” symbol lights up to show that the

function has been activated.

3 Repeat the same procedure to deactivate the function.

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Opening the Appliance in an
Emergency

In the event of a power
failure, the door can be
opened using the
mechanical release,
activated by means of the
lever in the bottom of the
appliance:

1 Turn the “Program Selector” knob to “Off” and disconnect

the power supply plug from the socket.

2 Drain off the water (see page 25)
3 Pull the lever down and open the door.

Warning: Scalding hazard: before opening the door, check that
the appliance does not contain boiling hot water and detergent
which may pour out and cause injury when the door is opened.

Warning: Do not open the door using the emergency release
lever while the drum is turning.

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Programme Listing

Programmes

Symbol

Temp.

(°C)

Max. Spin (rpm)

Max. Load (kg)

Prewash

intense

Easy Iron

Rinse

+

Flexi Time

Cottons A Cold Max

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    

B 40° Max

7

   

C 60° Max

7

   

D 90° Max

7

    

Wool E Cold 800

2

F 30° 800

2

Rinse

-

Max

7

 

Spin

-

Max

7

 

Handwash G Cold 800

2

Delicate / Silk H 20° 600

2

 

Rapid 15' I 30° 800

2

Mix 30° J 30° 1200

3

    

Synthetics K 40° 1000

3.5

   

L 30° 1000

3.5

   

M Cold 1000

3.5

   



:

Option available

Options

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Prewash

Wash

Conditioner

Load Types

Programme

Descriptions

  

Delicate coloureds with
light dirt

Cold wash, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

  

Delicate coloureds with
normal dirt

Wash at 40°C, rinses and final spin at the selected speed
(Standard cycle without any option selected)

  

Tough coloureds with
normal dirt

Wash at 60℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed
(Standard cycle without any option selected)

  

Tough coloureds with
heavy dirt

Wash at 90℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

 

Wool and silk Cold wash, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

 

Wool and silk Wash at 30℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed



Rinse and pump-out only, or pump-out and final spin at the
selected speed

Pump-out only, or pump-out and final spin at the selected
speed

 

Items for refreshing Cold wash, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

 

Items with light dirt Wash at 20℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

 

Light cotton or delicate
fabrics for refreshing

Wash at 30℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

  

Cotton and synthetics with
light dirt

Wash at 30℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

  

Items with normal dirt Wash at 40℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

  

Items with light dirt Wash at 30℃, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

  

Items for refreshing Cold wash, rinses and final spin at the selected speed

Detergent Compartments

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Care and Maintenance

Before beginning any care or maintenance, you should always
disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply, and also
turn off the water supply.
If a programme has been run recently, wait for the water in the
appliance to cool down to prevent risk of scalding.

Cleaning the Outside of the Appliance

• Regular, thorough cleaning will keep your appliance

looking good.

• Clean the exterior of the appliance with soap and water

only, then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

• The plastic parts should just be wiped with a damp cloth.

• Do not scrape with pointed objects, or use solvents or

products containing abrasive substances (including Cif)

because they damage the surfaces.

• For reasons of safety, never spray the washing machine

with jets of water.

Cleaning the Drum

• Remove any rust marks from the drum using a stainless

steel cleaner.

• For descaling the washing machine use only brand-name

descalers which contain an anti-corrosion agent for

washing machines.

• Always follow the producer's instructions with regard to use

and dosages.

• After descaling or removing rust from the drum, carry

out a few rinse cycles to remove all acid residues which

might damage the appliance. Never use cleaners which

contain solvents. There is the risk of the formation of

vapours which might catch fire and explode.

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Cleaning the Door Seal

Check regularly that there are no paper clips, buttons, nails or pins
in the folds of the door gasket.

Cleaning the Drain Pump

The drain pump only needs cleaning if the water is not being
pumped out efficiently. This may happen if it has been blocked by
buttons, brooches or similar objects.
In this case, proceed as described below.

Remove the mains plug to disconnect the appliance from the
electricity supply.

• Use a small screwdriver

as a lever to remove the

plugs shown here, turn

the plinth downwards to

access the pump

• Extract the drain hose ”A”.

Warning: if the hose is hot, the water is
hot or could be near boiling point.

• Place a shallow container on the

floor and remove the plug “B” to

drain off the water.

• Depending on the amount of

water in the appliance, the

container may have to be emptied

several times.

• When no more water is coming

out, close the hose again by

pushing the plug “B” firmly back

into place.

• Unscrew the cover of the pump

“D” by turning it anticlockwise.

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• Clean the pump and remove any foreign bodies.

• Also check the inside “E”, making sure that the impeller

turns freely; any foreign bodies stuck in it must be

removed.

• Screw the cover back on the pump.

• Secure the drain house by snapping the plug back into

place "C".

• Fit the bottom of the plinth first. Push it towards the cabinet

and put the plugs back into place.

Cleaning the Detergent Drawer

The detergent drawer should be kept clean, removing all solid
deposits.
To simplify this operation, completely remove the detergent
drawer:

• Pull the drawer fully out, press

in the zone marked “PUSH”

and then remove completely.

• Remove the syphon "A" and

clean all parts with hot water.

• Fully re-insert the syphon and

remove any detergent

deposits before putting the

drawer back in position.

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Water intake filters

There are filters on the tap side of the water inlet hose and at the
ends of the water inlet valves. These filters prevent ingress of dirt
or foreign objects into the machine through the water supply.
These filters should be cleaned approximately once a year to
ensure there is no interruption in the water supply to the machine.

• Remove the water inlet hose.

• Remove the filters on the water inlet valves using pliers.

• Remove the filters on the tap side of the water inlet hose

manually, as well as the seal.

• Clean the filters thoroughly using a brush.

• Replace the filters carefully, in the same way as they were

removed.

Practical Information

Alcoholic Beverages: The stain should first be washed with cold

water, then wiped with glycerine and water and be rinsed with
water mixed with vinegar.
Shoe Polish: The stain should be slightly scratched without
ruining the cloth, rubbed with detergent and rinsed. In case it is
not eliminated, it should be rubbed with 1 unit of pure alcohol (96
degrees) mixed in 2 units of water and then washed with
lukewarm water.
Tea and Coffee: Stretch the stained area of your cloth on the top
of a container and pour water as hot as the type of cloth can
endure. If the type of cloth is suitable, wash it with lye.
Chocolate and Cocoa: By leaving your clothes in cold water and
rubbing with soap or detergent, wash it in the highest temperature
that the type of cloth can endure. If there is still a stain left, wipe
with oxygenated water (in proportion of 3%).

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Tomato Paste: After scraping the dried pieces without ruining the
cloth, leave in cold water for about 30 minutes and wash by
rubbing with detergent.
Meat/Soup/Egg: Eliminate the dried stain residues and wipe with
a sponge or soft cloth dampened with cold water. Rub with
detergent and wash with diluted washing soda.
Grease and Oil Stains: First wipe the residues. Rub the stain with
detergent and then wash with lukewarm soapy water.
Mustard: First apply glycerine to the stained area. Rub with
detergent and then wash. If the stain still does not disappear, wipe
with alcohol (On synthetic and coloured cloth, a mixture of 1 unit
alcohol, 2 units water should be used).
Blood Stain: Lay your clothes in cold water for 30 minutes. If the
stain still does not disappear, lay in mixture of water and ammonia
(3 table-spoons of ammonia in 4 litres of water) for 30 minutes.
Cream, Ice-Cream and Milk: Lay your clothes in cold water and
rub the stained area with detergent. If the stain has still not
disappeared, wash with diluted washing soda. (Do not use
washing soda on coloured clothes.)
Mould: Mould stains should be cleaned as soon as possible. The
stain should be washed with detergent, and if it does not
disappear, it should be wiped with oxygenated water (in
proportion of 3%).
Ink: Hold the stained area under cold water and wait until the inky
water completely runs off. Then rub with lemon juice and
detergent diluted in water, wash after waiting for 5 minutes.
Fruit: Stretch the stained area of your clothes on the top of a
container and pour cold water on it. Do not pour hot water on the
stain. Wipe with cold water and apply glycerine. Wait for 1-2 hours
and rinse after wiping with a few drops of white vinegar.
Grass stain: Rub the stained part with detergent. If the type of
fabric is suitable for use of washing soda, you can add it into your
washing water. Rub your woollen clothes with alcohol. (For colour,
use a mixture of 1 unit pure alcohol and 2 units of water).
Oil Paint: The stain should be eliminated before it dries by
applying thinner on it. Then it should be rubbed with detergent
and washed.

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Burnt Stain: If your cloth is suitable for use of washing soda, you
can add it into your washing water. For woollens, a cloth damped
in oxygenated water should be covered on the stain and it should
be ironed with a dry cloth on it. It should be washed after rinsing
well.

Troubleshooting

Error Display

In event of a malfunction the machine will identify the problem by
showing an error code on the display

Error Code

Suggested Action

Door not closed properly: Try

reclosing it.

Aqua stop device tripped: Cut
off power supply, turn off water
tap and contact CDA Customer

Care.

Water not taken in for washing:

See troubleshooting table
below.

Water not pumped out: See

troubleshooting table below.

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Troubleshooting Table

Below is a list of some of the possible malfunctions.
If the problem cannot be resolved as described, contact Customer
Services.

Problem

Suggested Checks

Appliance does not start

Plug is properly connected to socket

Door is securely closed

“Start/Pause” button has been pressed

Water not filling Plug is properly connected to socket

Door is securely closed
Water tap is turned on
Water intake hose filters not blocked

Water intake hose not trapped or kinked

No water visible in washing
drum

Not a fault
The water level should be below the bottom

of the glass

Water not pumped out

Drain hose not kinked
Drain pump not blocked

Water not pumped out after

last rinse in delicate fabrics
and wool wash programmes

Not a fault

A pause is programmed into washing
programme to prevent creasing of fabrics

To pump out water, proceed as described in

"The End of the Programme", p18

Water enters and pumps out
continuously

The end of drain hose is too low down

Strong vibrations during spins

Appliance is properly levelled

Appliance is not too close to walls or
cupboards
Transit bolts not removed, or drum otherwise

locked in position

Excessive foam in drum,

flowing out of drawer

Detergent used is recommended for

automatic washing machines and not for
hand washing
Quantity of detergent used is as stated in

manual and no more

Water on floor

Water intake hose fittings not loose
End of drain hose still correctly positioned

Not all fabric conditioner used

or too much water left in

compartment

The detergent drawer syphons are correctly

fitted and not blocked

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Installation

Transit bolts and plastic spacers,
located at the rear of the appliance,
must be removed prior to using the
appliance to prevent damage.

• Loosen the transit bolts using a

10mm spanner by turning them

anticlockwise and then remove

them.

• Remove the plastic spacer

secured by each transit bolt.

• Fit the plastic blanking plugs (supplied) to seal the bolt

holes against water ingress.

Warning: Do not turn the machine upside down or lie it on its
side.

Do not throw the transit bolts or plastic spacers away.
If you need to move the washing machine after installation you
should first replace the transit bolts.

Do not install your machine on rugs or similar surfaces.
For your machine to work silently and without any vibration, it
should be installed on a flat, non-slippery and solid surface.
Never put cartons, wooden blocks or similar materials under the
machine to level the surface under the appliance

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Leveling

1. On appliances with

adjustable rear feet,

note that the rear of

the appliance (as

supplied) rests on skids

and not on the feet.

2. Before positioning the

washing machine,

check that the rear feet

are screwed fully in, to

prevent damage as the

appliance is shifted

into position.

3. Once the appliance is

in its position, the

height of the rear feet

has to be increased so

that the appliance no

longer stands on the

skids.

4. After adjusting the rear feet, level the appliance by

adjusting the front feet to suit. The front feet should be

locked in position by securing the locknuts tightly against

the underside of the washing machine.

Note: Raising the washing machine too high can affect the

stability of the appliance.

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Connecting to the Mains Water Supply

1. Check that the water supply pressure is in the range: 0.1-

1.0MPa. With higher pressures, use a pressure reducer.

2. Connect the cold water supply hose (blue screw collar) to

the cold water tap with ¾” gas threaded connector, taking

care to tighten firmly to prevent leaks. The water supply

hose must not be kinked or crushed and must not be

changed or cut. Threaded connections must only be

tightened by hand.

Warning:

• If the connection is made to new pipelines, or lines which

have been out of use for a long time, allow a considerable

amount of water to flow out before connecting the intake

hose. This prevents any grit or other dirt from fouling the

filters installed in the appliance to protect the water intake

valves.

• The new intake hose supplied with the appliance must be

used, and the old water supply hose must not be used.

Drainage Connection

• It is recommended that

you have a fixed

drainage outlet 60 to

70cm from the floor.

• Avoid the drain hose

being too tight, kinked

or restricted.

• The water outlet can

either be connected to

a water drain or to a sink outlet spigot. This connection

should be a minimum of 60cm and a maximum of 100cm

from the floor.

• The drain hose should be no longer than 4m in length to

ensure good performance from the washing machine.

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• After connecting the water supply, check to ensure there

are no leaks.

The drain hose must be securely fastened to the outlet to
prevent any risk of the drain hose becoming detached and
causing flooding.

Once the appliance is connected to the water supply and the
drain connection, ensure that the water inlet and drain hoses are
not folded, twisted, crushed or elongated by stretching when
moving the appliance into position.

Electrical Information

Warning! This appliance must be earthed.

The mains lead of this appliance has been fitted with a BS 1363A
13 Amp fused plug. To change a fuse in this type of plug, follow
the steps below:

1. Remove the fuse cover and fuse.

2. Fit replacement 13A fuse, ASTA approved to BS 1362 type,

into the fuse cover.

3. Replace fuse cover.

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Important: Do not use the appliance without the fuse cover in
position.

How to Connect an Alternative Plug

If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, then it
should be cut off and disposed of safely to prevent the risk of
electric shock. A suitable alternative plug of at least 13 Amp rating
to BS 1363 should be used.

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

• The wire which is coloured GREEN and YELLOW must be

connected to the terminal which is marked with letter

(E) or

by the Earth symbol or coloured GREEN and YELLOW.

• The wire which is coloured BLUE must be connected to

the terminal which is marked with the letter (N), or coloured

BLACK.

• The wire which is coloured BROWN must be connected to

the terminal which is marked with the letter (L) or coloured

RED.
If in doubt regarding the electrical connection of this appliance,
consult a qualified electrician. Do not shorten the supply cable,
the appliance may require removing for servicing.

N.B. Ensure that the plug socket is situated in an easily accessible
place.

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International Washing Signs

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NOTES

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1. brackets.