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EWF 127400 W |
EN WASHING MACHINE |
USER MANUAL |
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FR LAVE-LINGE |
NOTICE D'UTILISATION |
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CONTENTS
Safety instructions |
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Daily use |
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Product description |
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Care and cleaning |
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Control panel |
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What to do if… |
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Washing programmes |
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Technical data |
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Consumption values |
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Installation |
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Helpful hints and tips |
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Electrical connection |
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First use |
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Environment concerns |
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Subject to change without notice.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Important! Read carefully & keep for future reference.
•The safety of Your appliance complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.
•It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
•You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
•Before first starting up, check the appliance for any damage incurred during transport. Never connect up a damaged appliance . If parts are damaged, contact the Service Centre.
•If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus temperatures. Store it at room temperature for 24 hours before using for the first time.
GENERAL SAFETY
•It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.
•During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do not touch it!
•Make sure that small pets and children do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please check into the drum before using.
•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.
•Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations of quantities.
•Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum.
•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, cleaning and maintenance.
•Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced people may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.
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.
•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 against the wall.
•If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely under the appliance.
•Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after the installation.
•If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the “dangers of freezing” chapter.
•Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
•Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a certified Service Centre.
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 Washing Programme Table.
•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
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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 appliance 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.
CHILD SAFETY
•This appliance is not intended for use by person (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.
•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. To prevent children and pets becoming trapped inside the drum the machine incorporates a special feature.
Door safety button
–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 counter-clockwise until the groove is vertical.
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
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Detergent dispenser drawer |
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Drain pump |
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DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER
Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak phase or for stain remover used during the stain action phase (if available). The prewash and soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the stain action phase.
Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. If using liquid detergent pour it just before starting the programme.
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment before starting the wash programme.
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CONTROL PANEL
Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the buttons and the pilot lights. These are presented by relevant numbers on the following pages.
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1Programme selector dial
2TEMPERATURE button
3SPIN reduction button
4EASY IRON button
5EXTRA RINSE button
6DELAY START button
7Display
8START/PAUSE button
9DOOR LOCKED pilot light
10 TIME MANAGER buttons
TABLE OF SYMBOLS
= On/Off
= Cotton
= Synthetics
= Delicates
= No spin
= Rinse hold
= Door locked
= Time Manager
PROGRAMME SELECTOR DIAL
It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/or to select a programme.
TEMPERATURE
This button allows you to increase or decrease the washing temperature.
SPIN REDUCTION
By pressing this button you can change the spin speed of the selected programme.
AVAILABLE OPTIONS:
NO SPIN
By selecting this option, all spinning phases are suppressed and replaced by a drain, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. Recommended for extremely delicate fabrics. On some programmes the rinses will be performed with more water.
RINSE HOLD
By selecting this function the water of the last rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. Before opening the door it will be necessary to empty out the water. To empty out the water, please read the paragraph «At the end of the programme».
EASY IRON
By selecting this option the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform some additional rinses in some programmes. On cotton pro-
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grammes the maximum spin speed is reduced automatically.
EXTRA RINSE
This appliance is designed to save energy. If it necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water (extra rinse), select this option. Some additional rinses will be performed. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft.
DELAY START
The programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button.
DISPLAY
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The display shows the following information:
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•Duration of the selected programme
After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed in hours and minutes (for ex-
ample ). The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute.
•Delayed start
The Selected delay set by pressing the relevant button appears on the display for a few seconds, then the duration of the selected programme is displayed again.
•Alarm codes
In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example (see paragraph «What to do if...»).
•Incorrect option selection
If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message Err is displayed at the bottom of the display for a few seconds and the integrated red light of button 8 start flashing.
•End of programme
When the programme has finished three
flashing zeros ( )are displayed, after some minutes the pilot light 9 and the
pilot light of button 8 go out and the door can be opened.
7.2: Washing programme phase icons
•Wash
•Rinses
•Drain
•Spin
By selecting the wash programme, the programme phase icons corresponding to the various phases making up the programme are shown in the bottom part of the display. After having pressed button 8 only the icon of the running phase stays on.
7.3: Heating phase
During the washing cycle the display shows a temperature icon indicating that the appliance has started the heating phase of the water in the tub.
7.4: Soil degree icons
When selecting a programme on the display appears an icon indicating the degree of soiling automatically proposed by the machine:
•Intensive
•Normal/Daily
•Light/Quick
•Super Quick
START PAUSE
This button allows you to start or to interrupt the selected programme.
DOOR LOCKED PILOT LIGHT
The pilot light 9 illuminates when the programme starts and indicates if the door can be opened:
•light on: the door cannot be opened. The machine in working or has stopped with water left in the tub.
•light off: the door can be opened. The programme is finished or the water has been emptied out.
•light flashing: the door is opening
TIME MANAGER
These buttons allows you to modify the programme duration automatically proposed by the appliance.
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ACOUSTIC SIGNALS
The machine is provided with an acoustic device, which sounds in the following cases:
•at the end of the cycle
•if there is a fault.
By pressing the 4 and 5 buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is deactivated (except if there is a fault). By pressing these 2 buttons again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.
WASHING PROGRAMMES
Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
COTTON
90° - (cold) Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm
Max. load 7 kg - Reduced load 3.5 kg1)
White and coloured cotton (normally soiled items).
COTTON ECO2)
90° - 40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. load 7 kg
White and fast coloured cotton.
This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton items. The temperature will decrease and the washing time will be extended. This allows to obtain a good washing efficiency so saving energy.
COTTON + PREWASH
90° - (cold)
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm
Max. load 7 kg - Reduced load 3.5 kg1)
This programme can be selected for heavily soiled cotton with prewash phase.
COTTON ECO + PREWASH
90° - 40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. load 7 kg
This programme can be selected for normally soiled cotton items with stains. The temperature will decrease and the washing time will be extended.
Options
SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
EASY IRON
EXTRA RINSE TIME MANAGER
SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
EASY IRON
EXTRA RINSE
SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
EASY IRON
EXTRA RINSE TIME MANAGER
SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
EASY IRON
EXTRA RINSE
Detergent
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Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
SYNTHETICS
60° - (cold) Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 3.5 kg - Reduced load 2 kg1)
Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
SYNTHETICS + PREWASH
60° - (cold)
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 3.5 kg - Reduced load 2 kg1)
Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses, with prewash phase.
SYNTHETICS ECO
40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 3.5 kg - Reduced load 2 kg1)
This programme can be selected for synthetics and mixed fabric items. This allows to obtain a good washing efficiency by saving energy. The washing temperature is 40° C.
SYNTHETICS ECO + PREWASH
40°
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 3.5 kg - Reduced load 2 kg1)
This programme can be selected for synthetic and mixed items with stains.
DELICATES + PREWASH
40° - (cold)
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load kg 3.5 - Reduced load kg 2 1)
For delicate fabrics, e.g. acrylics, viscose, polyester, with prewash phase.
DELICATES
40° - (cold) Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load kg 3.5 - Reduced load kg 2 1) Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.
Options
Detergent
Compartment
SPIN REDUCTION
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RINSE HOLD
EASY IRON
EXTRA RINSE
TIME MANAGER
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Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
WOOL
40° - (cold) Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1000 rpm Max. load 2 kg
Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics.
Note: A single or bulky item may cause imbalance. If the appliance doesn’t perform the final spin phase, add more items, redistribute the load manually and then select the spinning programme.
HANDWASH
40° - (cold) Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1000 rpm Max. load 2 kg
Special programme for delicate fabrics with «hand washing» care symbol.
LINGERIE
40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm Max. load 1 kg
This programme is suitable for very delicate items, as lingerie, bras and underwear etc.
SILK
30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm Max. load 1 kg
Delicate washing programme suitable for silk and mixed synthetic items.
JEANS
40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. load 3.5 kg
With this programme it is possible to wash items like pants, shirts or jackets in Jeans and also jersey realized with hi-tech materials. (The Extra Rinse option will be activated automatically).
Options
SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
NO SPIN
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
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Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
SOAK
30°
Prewash - Soak for about 40 minutes - Stop with water in the tub
Max. load 7 kg
Special programme for heavily soiled laundry. The machine performs a soak at 30° C. At the end of this time the machine will stop automatically with water left in the tub.
Before starting a new washing phase, it is necessary to empty out the water by:
•Draining only: turn the programme selector dial to Drain programme. (Press the button 8).
•Draining and spinning: turn the programme selector dial to programme Spin, reduce the spin speed by means of button 2, and then press button
8.
Important! This programme cannot be used for very delicate fabrics as silk or wool. Pour the detergent for the soak programme into the compartment marked
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(First turn the programme selector dial to , then to the programme and press the button 8).
RINSES
Rinses - Long spin
Spin at the maximum speed Max. load 7 kg
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. If necessary, reduced the spin speed.
DRAIN
Draining of water Max. load 7 kg
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the option selected, which ends with water left in the tub.
SPIN
Drain and long spin
Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. load 7 kg
Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes with the option selected, which ends with water left in the tub. You can choose the spin speed by pressing the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.
Options
Detergent
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RINSE HOLD
EASY IRON
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1)If you select the Super Quick option by pressing button 10, we recommend that you reduce the maximum load as indicated. Full loading is possible however with somewhat reduced cleaning results.
2)Standard programmes for the Energy Label consumption values. According to regulation 1061/2010, the «Cotton Eco 60° C» and «Cotton Eco 40° C» are respectively the «standard 60° C cotton programme» and the «standard 40° C cotton programme». Set this programme to have a good washing results and decrease the energy consumption. The time of the washing programme is extended. Set this programme to have a good washing results and decrease the energy consumption. The time of the washing programme is extended.
3)If using liquid detergents, a programme without Prewash must be selected.
CONSUMPTION VALUES
The values of this table are indicative. Different causes can change the data: the quantity and type of laundry, the water and ambient temperature.
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1)These values have been measured in the condition of CEI 60456.
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HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS
SORTING OUT 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.
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BEFORE 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.
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 net.
MAXIMUM LOADS
Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts.
General rules:
•Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed;
•Synthetics: drum no more than half full;
•Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full.
Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy.
For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.
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.
Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. 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
acetone1), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat any residual marks 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 acetone1), 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.
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct
1) do not use acetone on artificial silk
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.
All commonly available washing machine detergents may 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 tem-
perature wash programmes (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 programme.
If using liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.
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QUANTITY 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.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
•you are washing a small load
•the laundry is lightly soiled
•large amounts of foam form during washing.
DEGREES OF WATER HARDNESS
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. If the water hardness degree is medium or high we suggest you to add a water softener following always the manufacturer’s instructions. When the degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent.
FIRST USE
•Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions.
•Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum.
•Pour 2 litres of water into the main
wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the
ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at the highest temperature 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 main wash compartment and start the machine.
DAILY USE
Load the laundry
Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Close the door. Make sure that no laundry stays between the seal and the door. There is a risk of water leakage or damage to the laundry.
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener
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Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure out the amount of detergent required, pour it into the main wash compartment or in the appropriate compartment if the selected programme/option it requires (see more details in «Detergent dispenser drawer»).
If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked (the amount used must not exceed the «MAX» mark in the drawer). Close the drawer gently.
SELECT THE REQUIRED PROGRAMME BY TURNING THE PROGRAMME SELECTOR DIAL (1)
Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The washing machine will propose a temperature and automatically select the maximum spin value provided for the programme you have chosen. You can change these values by operating the corresponding buttons. The green pilot light of the button 8 starts to flash.
The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or counterclockwise. Turn to position to reset programme/Switching the ma-
chine off.
At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position , to switch the machine off.
Caution! If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is working, the red pilot light of button 8 will blink 3 times and the message Err is displayed to indicate a wrong selection. The machine will not perform the new selected programme.
SELECT THE TEMPERATURE BY PRESSING BUTTON 2
By selecting a programme, the appliance proposes automatically a default temperature.
Press this button repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature, if you want your laundry to be washed at a different temperature.
REDUCE THE SPIN SPEED BY PRESSING BUTTON 3
By selecting a programme, the appliance proposes automatically the maximum spin speed provided for that programme.
Press button 3 repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a different speed.
SELECT THE AVAILABLE OPTION BY PRESSING BUTTONS 3, 4 AND 5
Depending on the selected programme, different functions can be combined before pressing the button 8. By selecting an option the relevant pilot light illuminates.
If an incorrect option is selected, the integrated red pilot light of the button 8 flashes 3 times and the Err message appears on the display for few seconds.
For compatibility among the washing programmes and the options see chapter «Washing Programmes».
SELECT THE DELAY START BY PRESSING BUTTON 6
Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press the button 6 repeatedly, to select the desired delay. The relevant pilot light goes on.
The selected delay time value (up to 20 hours) will appear on the display a few sec-
onds, then the duration of the programme will appear again.
You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you press button 8.
You can cancel or modify the delay time at any moment, before you press button 8. Selecting the delayed start:
1.Select the programme and the required options.
2.Select the delay start by pressing the button 6.
3.Press button 8:
–the machine starts its hourly countdown.
–The programme will start after the selected delay has expired.
Cancelling the delayed start after having pressed button 8:
1.Set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing button 8.
2.Press button 6 once until the symbol 0’ is displayed
3.Press button 8 again to start the programme.
Important! The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing programme again.
The Delay Start can not be selected with DRAIN programme.
START THE PROGRAMME BY PRESSING BUTTON 8
To start the selected programme, press the button 8, the green pilot light of the button 8 stops blinking.
To interrupt a programme which is running, press the button 8: the green pilot light starts blinking.
To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button 8 again. If you have chosen a delayed start, the machine will begin the countdown. If an incorrect option is selected, the red pilot light of the button 8 blinks 3 times and the message Err is displayed for a few seconds.
SELECT THE TIME MANAGER OPTION BY PRESSING BUTTONS 10
By pressing these buttons repeatedly, the duration of the washing cycle can be in-
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creased or decreased. The soil level icon will appear on the display to indicate the chosen degree of soil. This option is available only with Cotton, Synthetic and Delicate programmes.
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1)We recommend you to reduce the load sizes (see Washing programmes table).
Important! The Time Manager cannot be selected with the Economy (Eco) programmes.
The availability of these soil level icons change according to the type of fabric as shown in the following chart.
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95°/90°C |
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60°C/50°C |
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40°C |
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30°C |
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Cold |
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40°C |
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30°C |
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30°C |
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ALTERING AN OPTION OR A RUNNING PROGRAMME
It is possible to change some options before the programme carries them out . Before you make any change, you must PAUSE the appliance by pressing the button 8 (if you wish to change the Time Manager option, you must cancel the running programme and make your selection again).
Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it. Turn the programme selector dial to and then to the new programme position. Start the new programme by pressing the button 8 again. The washing water in the tub will be not emptied out.
INTERRUPTING A PROGRAMME
Press the button 8 to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding green pilot light starts blinking.
Press the button again to restart the programme.
CANCELLING A PROGRAMME
Turn the selector dial to to cancel a programme which is running.
You can select now a new programme.
OPENING THE DOOR
After the programme has started (or during the delay time) the door is locked, if you need to open it, set first the machine to PAUSE by pressing the button 8.
After a few minutes the pilot light 9 goes out and it is possible to open the door.
If this pilot light remains lit, this means that the machine is already heating or that the water level is too high. In any case, do not try to force the door!
If you cannot open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the machine
off by turning the selector dial to O. After a few minutes the door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and temperature!).
After closing the door, it is necessary to select the programme and options again and to press button 8.
AT THE END OF THE PROGRAMME
The machine stops automatically. Three blinking 0.00 appear on the display and the pilot light of button 8 goes off. Some acoustic signals sound.
If a programme or an option that ends with water left in the tub has been set, the door remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door.
Before you empty out the water, the drum continues to run at regular intervals until the water draining.
Follow the below instructions to empty out the water:
1.Turn the programme selector dial to
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2.Select the draining or spinning programme.
3.Reduce the spin speed if needed, by pressing the relevant button.
4.Press button 8.
At the end of the programme, the door is released and can be opened. Turn the programme selector dial to to switch the machine off.
Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully check that the drum is empty. If you do not intend to carry out another wash, close the water tap. Leave the door open to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant smells.
CARE AND CLEANING
Warning! You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work.
DESCALING
The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this
separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.
AFTER EACH WASH
Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming inside the appliance. Keeping the door
open after a wash will also help to preserve the door seal.
EXTERNAL CLEANING
Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly.
DOOR SEAL
Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold.
CLEANING THE DISPENSER DRAWER
The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly.
The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out.
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Flush it out under a tap, to remove any traces of accumulated powder.
To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment should be removed. Clean all parts with water.
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Clean the chamber of dispenser drawer with a brush.
CLEANING THE PUMP
The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if:
•The appliance does not empty and/or spin.
•The appliance makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump.
•A problem with water draining is detected (see chapter “What to do if...” for more details).
Warning! Before opening the pump door, switch the appliance off and remove the mains plug from the socket.
Proceed as follows:
1.Unplug the appliance.
2.If it is necessary, wait until the water has cooled down.