Electrolux EWF10842 User Manual [nl]

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EWF10842	EN	WASHING MACHINE	USER MANUAL	2
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CONTENTS
1	SAFETY INFORMATION ..............................................................................................	3
2	PRODUCT DESCRIPTION ...........................................................................................	5
3	CONTROL PANEL ......................................................................................................	6
4	BEFORE FIRST USE .................................................................................................	12
5	DAILY USE ................................................................................................................	12
6	WASHING HINTS ......................................................................................................	18
7	INTERNATIONAL WASH CODE SYMBOLS ...............................................................	21
8	CARE AND CLEANING .............................................................................................	21
9	TROUBLESHOOTING ...............................................................................................	26
10	TECHNICAL DATA ....................................................................................................	29
11	INSTALLATION..........................................................................................................	30
12	ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS ....................................................................................	32

WE’RE THINKING OF YOU

Thank you for purchasing an Electrolux appliance. You’ve chosen a product that brings with it decades of professional experience and innovation. Ingenious and stylish, it has been designed with you in mind. So whenever you use it, you can be safe in the knowledge that you’ll get great results every time. Welcome to Electrolux.

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

We recommend the use of original spare parts.

When contacting Service, ensure that you have the following data available. The information can be found on the rating plate. Model, PNC, Serial Number.

Warning / Caution-Safety information.

General information and tips.

Environmental information.

Subject to change without notice.

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1. SAFETY INFORMATION

Conditions of use

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

-Farm houses

-By clients in serviced apartments, holiday apartments and residential type environments.

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings.

To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.

Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.

1.1 GENERAL SAFETY

It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in anyway.

During high temperature wash program the door glass may get hot. Do not touch it!

Make sure that small pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please check into the drum before using the appliance.

Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine.

Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum.

Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to the fabric or appliance can occur if you overfill. Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations of quantities.

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.

Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material.

Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance.

Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

1.2 INSTALLATION

This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre.

All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section in the user manual.

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After having installed the appliance, check that it is not standing on the inlet and drain hose and the worktop is not pressing the electrical supply cable.

If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely.

Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after the installation.

Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber.

Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician.

1.3 USE

This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed.

Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label.

Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user manual.

Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.

Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in the machine.

Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.

Never use the washing machine if the power supply cable, the control panel, the working surface or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washing machine is accessible.

1.4 CHILD SAFETY

This washing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.

Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.

Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.

Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum.

1.5 CHILD SAFETY DEVICE

When you activate this device, you cannot close the door. This prevents children or pets to be locked in the drum.

To activate this device, rotate the button (WITHOUT pressing it) inside the door clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If necessary use a coin.

To disable this device and restore the possibility of closing the door, rotate the button anti-clockwise until the groove is vertical.

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2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
	1
	3		7
	2
			9
	4		11
	5		8
			10
	6		12
1	Worktop	7	Mains Cable
2	Detergent/Softener Dispenser	8	Water Inlet Hose
3	Control Panel	9	Water Drain Hose
4	Door Handle	10 Hose Support
5	Door	11 Transit Bolts
6	Level Adjustment Feet (Front)	12 Back Feet

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13

13Door Blocking Button

14Rating Plate

15

ACCESSORIES

Plastic caps

To close the holes on the rear side of the cabinet after the removal of the transit bolts.

Plastic hose guide

To connect the drain hose on the edge of a sink.

15 Drain Pump Filter

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3.CONTROL PANEL

1	2	3	6	12	7	8	9	10
		4		5	11

1	Program Selector Knob	7	Rinse Plus Touchpad
2	Spin Selection Touchpad	8	Prewash Touchpad
3	Temperature Touchpad	9	Easy Iron Touchpad
4	Adjust Time Touchpad	10	Stain Touchpad
5	Delay Start Touchpad	11	Start/pause Touchpad
6	Digital Display	12	Child Lock Option (See page 17)

3.1 Program Selector Knob

Turn this knob to set a program. The washing machine will propose a temperature and automatically select the spin value provided for the program you have chosen. (See page 10)

The selector knob can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise.

Position “ ” to reset program/ switching OFF the machine.

At the end of the program the selector dial must be turned to position “ ”, to switch the machine off.

3.2 Spin Selection Touchpad

Press this touchpad repeatedly to increase or decrease the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine.

No Spin

No spin option eliminates all the spin phases and increase the number of rinses.

Rinse Hold

By selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied out and the drum turns regularly to prevent the laundry creases.

The door is still locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out.

The door stays locked with the water in the drum. To continue the cycle you must press (Start/Pause).

3.3 Temperature Touchpad

Press this touchpad repeatedly to increase or decrease the wash temperature if you want your laundry to be washed at a temperature different from the one proposed by the washing machine (symbol “ ” corresponds to cold wash).

3.4 Adjust Time Touchpad

This option allows you to reduce washing time.

Press this touchpad repeatedly to decrease or return to default washing time.

This option will adjust the number of rinse according to selected washing time.

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3.5 Delay Start Touchpad

This option makes it possible to delay the start of the program by 30 min, 60 min or 90 min and then by every hour from 2 to 20 hours.

The delay you have selected is indicated on the display. The end time will increase in order to show you the selected delay.

You must select this option after you have set the program and before you press the Start/Pause button.

If you wish to add laundry in the machine during the delay time press Start/Pause touchpad to put the machine in pause mode. Add laundry, close the door and press Start/Pause touchpad again.

You can cancel the delay time at any moment, by pressing ‘Delay Start’ touchpad repeatedly till the display shows delay time ‘’, then press the Start/Pause touchpad.

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3.6Display

			A						C		D

B

ADigital Number; will tell you:

–Washing cycle time.

–Delay start time.

–The alarm codes. Refer to the chapter “Troubleshooting” for their description.

–The level of the Time Manager ( ).

E

BWashing Phase icon

CDelay Start icon

DChild Lock icon

EDoor Lock icon

–It is on, you cannot open the door.

–It is off, you can open the door.

3.7 Rinse Plus Touchpad

This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft.

Press it to add rinsing phases to a program.

The indicator of this option comes on.

3.8 Prewash Touchpad

Select this option if you wish your laundry to be pre-washed before the main wash. Use this option for heavy soil.

The indicator of this option comes on.

When you set this function, put the detergent into the “ ” compartment. (Refer page 14-15)

This function increases the program duration.

3.9 Easy Iron Touchpad

When selecting this option the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid creasing. In this way ironing is easier.

The indicator of this option comes on.

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3.10 Stain Touchpad

Press this touchpad to add the stain phase to a program. The indicator of this option comes on.

Use this function for laundry with hard stains to remove.

When you set this function, put the stain remover into “ ” compartment. (Refer page 14-15)

This function increases the program duration.

3.11 Start/Pause Touchpad

To start the selected program, press the ‘Start/Pause’.

To interrupt a program which is running, press the ‘Start/Pause’ to pause the machine.

To restart the program from the point at which it was interrupted, press the ‘Start/Pause’ again.

If you have chosen a delayed start, after pressing ‘Start/Pause’ the machine will begin the countdown.

3.12 Buzzer Sounds

The buzzer sounds operate when: The program is completed.

The appliance has a malfunction.

If you want to disable the buzzer sound (except for event of appliance malfunction), press “Rinse +” and “Stain” touchpads at the same time for 3 seconds, and listen for ‘BEEP, BEEP’.

To return to default configuration press these 2 touchpads at the same time for 3 seconds, and listen for ‘BEEP’.

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3.13Programs + Options

Program;	Type of load;	Cycle	Options can be
Temperature	Max. weight of load	description	combined
	White and coloured	- Wash	Spin Reduction
Cottons;	cotton with heavy level	- Rinses	- 1000 to 400 rpm
	of soil;	- Long spin	- No Spin
90 °C to
	max. load 8 kg.		- Rinse Hold
			Prewash, Easy Iron, Rinse +,
			Stain 1) , Adjust Time, Delay
			Start
	Synthetic or mixed	- Wash	Spin Reduction
Mixed;	fabric items with	- Rinses	- 1000 to 400 rpm
	normal level of soil;	- Short spin	- No Spin
60 °C to
	max. load 4 kg.		- Rinse Hold
			Prewash, Easy Iron, Rinse +,
			Stain 1) , Adjust Time,
			Delay Start
	Delicate fabrics as	- Wash	Spin Reduction
Delicates;	acrylics, viscose,	- Rinses	- 1000 to 400 rpm
	polyester items with	- Short spin	- No Spin
40 °C to
	normal soil;		- Rinse Hold
	max. load 4 kg		Prewash, Rinse +, Stain	1)	,
			Adjust Time, Delay Start
	Synthetic and mixed	- Wash	Spin Reduction
Quick 18;	fabric items. Light soil	- Rinses	- 800 to 400 rpm
	and items to freshen	- Short spin	- No Spin
30 °C	up;		- Rinse Hold
	max. load 1.5 kg		Delay Start
	To spin the laundry	- Drain	Spin Reduction
Spin	and to drain the water	- Spin phase	- 1000 to 400 rpm
	in the drum;		- No Spin
	max. load 8 kg.		Delay Start
	To rinse and spin the	- Three	Spin Reduction
Rinse	laundry;	rinses with	- 1000 to 400 rpm
	max. load 8 kg.	softener	- No Spin
		- Spin phase	- Rinse Hold
			Delay Start

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	Program;	Type of load;	Cycle	Options can be
	Temperature	Max. weight of load	description	combined
		White and colourfast, cotton	- Wash	Spin Reduction
	Energy	with normal soil. Set this	- Rinses	- 1000 to 400 rpm
		program to have a good	- Long spin	- No Spin
	Saver	washing results and decrease		- Rinse Hold
	60 °C 2),	the energy consumption. The		Prewash, Rinse +,
	40 °C	time of the washing program is
				Stain 1) , Adjust Time,
		extended;		Delay Start
		max. load 8 kg.
		Special program for one	- Wash	Spin Reduction
		synthetic blanket, duvet,	- Rinses	- 800 to 400 rpm
	Bedding;	bedspread and so on;	- Long spin	- No Spin
	60 °C to	max. load 3 kg.		Stain 1) , Adjust Time,
				Delay Start
		Specially tested program for	- Wash	Spin Reduction
	Wool;	woollen garments bearing the	- Rinses	- 1000 to 400 rpm
		‘Pure new woollen, non-shrink,	- Short spin	- No Spin
	40 °C to
		machine washable’ label;		- Rinse Hold
		max. load 2 kg.		Delay Start
		Jeans & dark coloured to	- Wash	Spin: 1000 to 400 rpm,
	Jeans;	prevent detergent	- Rinses	No Spin, Rinse Hold,
		residue;	- Short spin	Prewash, Rinse+,
	60 °C to
		max. load 8kg.		Adjust Time, Delay Start
		For people with sensitive skin	- Wash	Spin: 1000 to 400 rpm,
		or allergies, white and coloured	- Rinses	No Spin, Rinse Hold,
	Sensitive	cottons designed for high	- Short spin	Stain 1) , Prewash, Delay
	Plus;	rinsing efficiency, especially for		Start
	60 °C to	solid particles.;
		max. load 5 kg.

1)Stain option can be combined with temperature 40 to 90 °C only.

2)Energy Saver program with 60 °C option selected is recommended for a full load of normally soiled cottons, and is the water and energy rating label program.

WOOLMARK CERTIFICATE

The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by The Woolmark Company for the washing of machine washable wool products provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine. M30000111

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4.BEFORE FIRST USE

1.Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions.

2.Put 2 litres of water in the detergent compartment for washing phase. This activates the drain system.

3.Select a Cottons cycle at 90 °C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine.

5. DAILY USE

Connect the mains plug to the mains socket. Turn the water tap on.

5.1 Four Steps Start Up Guide

Step 1 - Setting A Program For Washing

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1.

Turn the program selector dial to the required program.

-The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise.

-Once you selected a wash program, the program selected will stay at that position for the whole of the wash.

-The display shows the level of the Time Manager, the program duration and the indicators of the phases of the program.

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If you want your laundry to be spun or use temperature different from the one proposed by the washing machine,

pess the Spin and the temperature ‘ ’ touchpads repeatedly to change the spin speed and temperature.

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3.

Press the option touchpads, if you want your laundry to be washed with special functions.

Different functions can be combined which is dependent on the program selected.

When these touchpads are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out.

4.

If you want to reduce washing time, press the ‘Adjust Time ’ touchpad repeatedly to reduce washing time.

If you want to delay the start of the washing program, press the ‘Delay Start ’ touchpad repeatedly to choose your washing machine delay time.

Step 2 - Loading The Laundry

1. Before loading the laundry, please make sure:

Empty pockets.

Tie the cords.

Fasten buttons.

Close zippers.

Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.

2.Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards.

Check and remove objects (if there are any) that could be trapped in the fold.

3.Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible.

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4. Make sure that no laundry		5. Close the door.
	remains between the seal and
	the door.

Step 3 - Using Detergent And Additives

1. Detergent Dispenser Drawer								Powder or liquid detergent.

The detergent dispenser is divided into three compartments.

- Compartment ‘MAIN WASH’ This compartment is used for detergent on all programs.

			Detergent flap
		Flap for powder or liquid
		detergent.
-		Compartment ‘PREWASH’

This compartment is only used for detergent when a Prewash is selected.

-Compartment ‘SOFTENER’

This compartment is used for fabric conditioner and starching agent.

	2
	Position down :
	for liquid
	detergent.
	Position up :
	for powder	POWDERPOSITION
	detergent		USING
		DETERGENT
	(factory setting).
	3

When you use the liquid detergent:

-Do not use gelatinous or thick liquid detergents.

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-Do not put more liquid than the maximum level.

-Do not set the PREWASH phase.

-Do not set the DELAY START.

2.Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener;

-Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops.

-Measure out the amount of detergent required, pour it into the main wash compartment

( ).

-If you wish to carry out the “Prewash” phase, pour it into the compartment marked .

-If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked (the amount used must not exceed the “MAX” mark in the

drawer).

If you use thick softeners it is recommended to dilute with water.

- Close the drawer gently.

After washing cycle finish, residues of detergent, softener and water may remain in the dispenser. It is recommended to clean the dispenser regularly to remove any residue.

Step 4 - Starting a program

To start a program, press the Start/Pause ( ) touchpad, the corresponding pilot light will stop flashing and a default program duration will be displayed on the screen.

After approx. 15 minutes from the start of a program:

-The appliance will automatically adjust the selected program duration according to the type and size of the load.

-The display will show adjusted program duration.

ATTENTION!

If you turn the program selector dial to another program when the machine is working, the red Start/Pause pilot light will flash 3 times and the message ‘’ will appear on the display to indicate a wrong selection. The machine will not perform the new selected program.

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5.2Interruption Of A Program

-To pause press Start/ Pause. The indicator will start flashing.

-Press the Start/Pause again. The program will continue.

5.3Changing A Program

Changing a running program is possible only by resetting it.

1.Turn the program selector knob to the

position ‘ ’ to cancel the program and to turn off the appliance.

2.Turn the program selector knob to the new program position and set the new option, then press ‘Start/Pause’ touchpad again.

The appliance will not drain the water.

5.4 Changing The Options

It is possible to change only some option after the program has started.

1.Press the touchpad Start/Pause. The indicator will start flashing.

2.Change the options.

3.Press Start/Pause again. The program will continue.

5.5Opening The Door

While a program or the ‘Delay Start’ is operating, the appliance door is locked and the display shows the indicator ‘ ’.

First set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the “Start/Pause” touchpad. Wait until the door lock indicator ‘ ’ goes off, then the door can be opened.

If the door lock indicator ‘ ’ does not disappear, this means that the machine is already heating and the water level is above the bottom edge of the door or the drum is turning. In this case the door CAN NOT be opened.

If you can not open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the machine off by turn the program selector knob to the position ‘ ’ to deactivate the appliance. After about 5 minutes the door can be opened.

CAUTION!

Pay attention to the water level and water temperature.

5.6At The End Of The Program

-The appliance stops automatically.

-The acoustic signal will operate.

-The display will show ‘ ’.

-The indicator of the touchpad Start/Pause goes off.

-The door lock indicator ‘ ’ goes off.

-Remove the laundry from the appliance. Make sure that the drum is empty.

-Keep the door ajar, to prevent the mildew and odours.

-Turn off the water tap.

At the end of the program the time remaining can suddenly decrease from 7 minutes or less to 0 due to the overestimated total program time during the load sensing phase. In some cases (with perfectly balanced load) the program time can be shorter than the time estimated after the load sensing phase is completed. This is a normal behavior of the machine and not a cause for concern as it does not compromise its performance.

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5.7When The Washing Program Is Completed, But There Is Water In The Drum

-The drum turns regularly to prevent the creases in the laundry.

-The door lock indicator ‘ ’ is on. The door stays locked.

You must drain the water to open the door.

To drain the water:

1.Set the “Spin” program.

2.If necessary, decrease the spin speed.

3.Press the touchpad Start/Pause. The appliance will drain the water and spin.

4.When the program is completed

and the door lock indicator ‘ ’ goes off, you can open the door.

5.turn the program selector knob

to the position ‘ ’ to deactivate the appliance.

5.9 Child Lock Feature

Your appliance is provided with CHILD SAFETY LOCK which permits you to leave the appliance unsupervised with the door closed without having to worry that children might be injured by or cause damage to the appliance.

Set this option before pressing the Start/Pause and after having selected the required wash program.

This function remains enabled even after the appliance is switched off.

Setting Child Lock option:

To activate the function, press ‘Prewash’ and ‘Rinse +’ touchpads at the same time until the display shows the symbol ‘ ’.

To deactivate the function, press ‘Prewash’ and ‘Rinse +’ touchpads at the same time until the symbol

‘ ’ goes off.

5.8 Stand by mode

5 minutes after the washing program ends, if you do not deactivate the appliance, the energy saving function activates.

The energy saving function decreases the energy consumption when the appliance is in the stand by mode.

All indicators and the display will switch off.

The indicator of the touchpad Start/Pause will flash slowly.

Press one of the touchpads to deactivate the energy saving status.

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6.WASHING HINTS

6.1Sorting The Laundry

Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens.

Remove persistent stains before washing.

Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or a net.

6.2 Temperatures

		For normally soiled white
	90°C	cottons and linen
		(e.g. teacloths, towels,
		tablecloths, sheets...).
		For normally soiled,
		colourfast garments (e.g.
	60°C	shirts, night dresses,
	50°C	pyjamas....) in linen, cotton
	40°C	or synthetic fibres and for
		lightly soiled white cotton
		(e.g.underwear).
		For delicate items (e.g. net
		curtains), mixed laundry
	30°C	including synthetic fibres
	Cold	and woollens bearing the
		label pure new wool,
		machine washable,
		non-shrink.

6.3Before Loading The Laundry

Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their “whiteness” in the wash.

New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately the first time.

Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins).

Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes.

6.4 Maximum Loads

Recommended loads are indicated in the program charts. General rules:

drum full but not Cotton, linen: too tightly packed;

	Synthetics:	drum no more
		than half full;
	Delicate	drum no more
	fabrics and
		than one third full.
	woollens:

Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.

6.5 Removing Stains

Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing.

Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water.

Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times.

Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth.

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Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used in cold water. Be careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole.

Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only).

Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only).

Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain.

Lipstick: moisten with acetone (*) as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Remove any residual marks from white fabrics with bleach.

Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.

Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly.

Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.

(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.

6.6 Detergents and Additives

Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment.

Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature.

The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling.

Only low suds Front load washer detergents should be used in this appliance:

powder detergents for all types of fabric,

powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60 °C max) and woollens,

liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash program (60 °C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only.

The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash program.

Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked ‘ ’ just before starting the program.

If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a program without PREWASH must be selected.

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Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked ‘’ before starting the wash program.

Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the MAX mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.

Do not spray stain pre-treatment products (e.g. Preen) on or near the machine, as it can attack plastic materials reducing its life.

6.7Quantity Of Detergent To Be Used

The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used.

Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness.

Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority.

Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use.

Not enough washing powder causes:

the washload to turn grey, greasy clothes.

Too much washing powder causes: sudsing,

reduced washing effect, inadequate rinsing.

Use less detergent if:

you are washing a small load,

the laundry is lightly soiled,

large amounts of foam form during washing.