Hotpoint-Ariston ECOT7D 1491 EU User manual

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE

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ECOT7D 1491

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Contents

Installation, 2-3

Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data

Care and maintenance, 4

Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning your appliance Caring for your appliance door and drum Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose How to clean the detergent dispenser

Precautions and tips, 5

General safety Disposal Saving energy and respecting the environment

Description of the washing machine, 6-7

Control panel Display How to open and shut the drum

Running a wash cycle, 8

Load balancing system

Wash cycles and functions, 9

Table of wash cycles Wash functions

Detergents and laundry, 10

Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

Installation

! Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. Should the appliance be sold, transferred or moved, make sure the instruction manual accompanies the washing machine to inform the new owner as to its operation and features.

! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information on installation, use and safety.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Unpack the washing machine.

2. Check whether the washing machine has been damaged during transport. If this is the case, do not install it and contact your retailer.

3. Remove the four protective screws and the rubber washer with the respective spacer, situated on the rear of the appliance (see figure).

4. Seal the gaps using the plastic plugs provided.

5. Keep all the parts: you will need them again if the washing machine needs to be moved to another location. Warning: should the screws be re-used, make sure you fasten

the shorter ones at the top. ! Packaging materials are not children’s toys.

Levelling

1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets or other.

2. If the floor is not perfectly level, compensate for any unevenness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front feet (see figure); the angle of inclination, measured according to the worktop, must not exceed 2°.

Levelling your appliance correctly will provide it with stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and shifting during operation.

If it is placed on a fitted or loose carpet, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow enough room for ventilation beneath the washing machine.

Electric and water connections

Connecting the water inlet hose

1. Connect the supply pipe by screwing it to a cold water tab using a ¾ gas threaded connection (see figure). Before performing the connection, allow the water to run freely until it is perfectly clear.

2. Connect the other end of the water inlet hose to the washing machine, screwing it onto the appliance’s cold water inlet, situated on the top right-hand side on the rear of the appliance (see figure).

3. Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the hose.

! The water pressure at the tap must be within

the values indicated in the Technical details table (on the next page).

! If the water inlet hose is not long enough,

contact a specialist store or an authorised serviceman.

! Never use hoses that have already been used.

Connecting the drain hose

65 - 100 cm

Connect the drain

hose, without bending

it, to a drainage duct

or a wall drain located

at a height between

65 and 100 cm from

the floor;

alternatively, rest it on the side of a washbasin or bathtub, fastening the duct supplied to the tap (see figure). The free end of the hose should not be underwater.

! Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

! The cable should not be bent or compressed.

! The power supply cable must only be replaced

by authorised technicians.

Warning! The company shall not be held responsible in the event that these regulations are not respected.

The first wash cycle

Once the appliance has been installed, and before you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry, using the wash cycle (60°C).

Technical details

! We advise against the use of hose extensions; if it is absolutely necessary, the extension must have the same diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150 cm in length.

Electrical connections

Before plugging the appliance into the electricity socket, make sure that:

• the socket is earthed and complies with all

applicable laws;

• the socket is able to withstand the maximum

power load of the appliance as indicated in the Technical data table (see opposite);

• the power supply voltage falls within the va-

lues indicated in the Technical data table (see

opposite);

• the socket is compatible with the plug of the

washing machine. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the plug.

Model

Dimensions

Capacity

Electric connections

Water connections

Spin speed

Test wash cycles in accordance with directives 1061/2010 and 1015/2010

ECOT7D 1491

40 cm wide 85 cm high 60 cm deep

from 1 to 7 kg

Please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine.

maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar) minimum pressure

0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) drum capacity 42 litres

up to 1400 rpm

Programme

(1° press of the button): Cotton standard 60°C; Programme (2° press of the button): Cotton standard 40°C.

! The washing machine must not be installed outdoors, even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the appliance exposed to rain, storms and other weather conditions.

! When the washing machine has been installed, the electricity socket must be within easy reach.

This appliance is compliant with the following European Community Directives:

- 2004/108/CE (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

- 2006/95/CE (Low Voltage)

- 2012/19/EU

Care and maintenance

Cutting off the water and electricity supplies

• Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks.

• Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work.

Cleaning the washing machine

The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.

Caring for the door and drum of your appliance

• Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

Cleaning the pump

To access the pre-chamber:

1. using a screwdriver, remove the cover panel on the lower front part of the washing machine (see figure);

2. unscrew the lid by rotating it anti-clockwise (see figure): a little water may trickle out. This is perfectly normal;

3. clean the inside thoroughly;

4. screw the lid back on;

5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are securely in place before you push it onto the appliance.

The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning pump which does not require any maintenance. Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber which protects the pump, situated in its bottom part.

! Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance.

How to clean the detergent dispenser

Disassembly:

Press lightly on the large button on the front of the detergent dispenser and pull it upwards (fig. 1).

Cleaning:

Then clean the dispenser under a tap (fig. 3) using an old toothbrush and, once the pair of siphons inserted in the top of compartments 1 and 2 (fig. 4) have been pulled out, check whether the same are not clogged and then rinse them.

Checking the water inlet hose

Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If there are any cracks, it should be replaced immediately: during the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and a cracked hose could easily split open.

! Never use second-hand hoses.

Reassembly:

Do not forget to reinsert the pair of siphons into the special housings and then to replace the dispenser into its seat, clicking it into place (fig. 4, 2 and 1).

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 4

Precautions and tips

! This washing machine was designed and constructed in

accordance with international safety regulations. The following information is provided for safety reasons and must therefore be read carefully.

General safety

• This appliance was designed for domestic use only.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision.

• The washing machine must only be used by adults, in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual.

• Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with wet or damp hands or feet.

• Do not pull on the power supply cable when unplugging the appliance from the electricity socket. Hold the plug and pull.

• Do not touch the drained water as it may reach extremely high temperatures.

• Never force the porthole door. This could damage the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent accidental opening.

• If the appliance breaks down, do not under any circumstances access the internal mechanisms in an attempt to repair it yourself.

• Always keep children well away from the appliance while it is operating.

• If the appliance has to be moved, work in a group of two or three people and handle it with the utmost care. Never try to do this alone, because the appliance is very heavy.

• Before loading laundry into the washing machine, make sure the drum is empty.

Disposal

• Disposing of the packaging materials: observe local regulations so that the packaging may be re-used.

The crossed out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected. Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance.

Saving energy and respecting the environment

Saving on detergent, water, energy and time

• To avoid wasting resources, the washing machine should be used with a full load. A full load instead of two half loads allows you to save up to 50% on energy.

• The pre-wash cycle is only necessary on extremely soiled garments. Avoiding it will save on detergent, time, water and between 5 and 15% energy.

• Treating stains with a stain remover or leaving them to soak before washing will cut down the need to wash them at high temperatures. A programme at 60°C instead of 90°C or one at 40°C instead of 60°C will save up to 50% on energy.

• Use the correct quantity of detergent depending on the water hardness, how soiled the garments are and the amount of laundry you have, to avoid wastage and to protect the environment: despite being biodegradable, detergents do contain ingredients that alter the natural balance of the environment. In addition, avoid using fabric softener as much as possible.

• If you use your washing machine from late in the afternoon until the early hours of the morning, you will help reduce the electricity board’s peak load. The “DELAYED START” option helps to organise your wash cycles accordingly.

• If your laundry has to be dried in a tumble dryer, select a high spin speed. Having the least water possible in your laundry will save you time and energy in the drying process.

• The European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste

Electrical and Electronic Equipment, requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment.

Description of the washing machine

Control panel

ON/OFF

button

WASH

CYCLE

SELECTOR

Buttons

MEMORY

Button

DELAYED

START Button

CONTROL PANEL LOCK Button

DISPLAY

FUNCTION

buttons

SPIN SPEED

Button

START/PAUSE

button with indicator light

TEMPERATURE

Button

ON/OFF button : press this briefly to switch the machine on or off. The START/PAUSE indicator light, which flashes slowly in a green colour shows that the machine is switched on. To switch off the washing machine during the wash cycle, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds; if the button is pressed briefly or accidentally the machine will not switch off. If the machine is switched off during a wash cycle, this wash cycle will be cancelled.

WASH CYCLE SELECTOR buttons: used to set the desired wash cycle (see “Table of wash cycles”).

MEMORY button: press and hold the button to store a cycle with your own set of preferences in the memory of the machine. To recall a previously stored cycle, press the MEMO button.

FUNCTION buttons: press the button to select the desired function. The corresponding indicator light on the display will switch on.

SPIN button : press to reduce or completely exclude the spin cycle - the value is indicated on the display.

TEMPERATURE button : press to decrease the temperature: the value will be shown on the display.

This means it is possible to prevent wash cycles from being modified accidentally, especially where there are children in the home. To deactivate the control panel lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds.

DELAYED START button : press to set a delayed start time for the selected wash cycle. The delay time will be shown on the display.

START/PAUSE button with indicator light: when the green indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to start a wash cycle. Once the cycle has begun the indicator light will remain lit in a fixed manner. To pause the wash cycle, press the button again; the indicator light will flash in an orange colour. If the symbol is not illuminated, the door may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button again.

Standby mode

This washing machine, in compliance with new energy saving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and wait for the machine to start up again.

CONTROL PANEL LOCK button : to activate the control panel lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds. When the symbol is illuminated, the control panel is locked.

Display

How to open and to close the drum

The display is useful when programming the machine and provides a great deal of information.

The two upper strings A and B provide details of the wash cycle selected, the wash cycle phase in progress and all information relating to the progress status of the wash cycle.

String C shows the time remaining until the end of the wash cycle in progress and, if a DELAYED START has been set, the time remaining until the start of the selected wash cycle.

String D shows the maximum spin speed value (this depen- ds on the selected wash cycle); if the wash cycle does not include a spin cycle, the string remains unused.

String E shows the maximum temperature value which may be selected (this depends on the wash cycle used); if the temperature of the wash cycle cannot be modified, the string remains unused.

Indicator lights F correspond to the functions and light up when the selected function is compatible with the set wash cycle.

Door locked symbol If the symbol is lit, this indicates that the washing machine door is blocked to prevent it from being opened accidentally. To prevent any damage from occurring, wait for the symbol to switch itself off before opening the appliance door (it will take about three minutes). N.B.: if the DELAYED START function has been activated, the door cannot be opened; pauses the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button if you wish to open it.

Fig. 1

Fig. 3

A) Opening (Fig. 1):

Lift the external lid and open it completely.

B) Opening the drum (Soft opening):

With one finger, push the button indicated in fig. 2 and the drum will open delicately.

C) Loading the washing machine (Fig. 3). D) Shutting (Fig. 4):

- close the drum fully by first shutting the front door followed by the rear one;

- then ensure the hooks on the front door are perfectly housed within the seat of the rear door;

- after the hooks have clicked into position, press both doors lightly downwards to make sure they do not come loose;

- finally shut the external lid.

E) Drum End Stop (Fig. 2):

Once the wash cycle has been completed, the drum will position itself with doors facing upward for ease pf opening.

Fig. 2

Fig. 4

! The first time the machine is switched on, you will be asked to select the language and the display will automatically show the language selection menu. To select the desired language press the X and Y buttons; to confirm the selection press the Z button. If you wish to change the selected language, simultaneously press and hold all the three buttons marked with an L in the figure, until you hear a beep. Switch the machine on again; the language selection menu will be displayed.

Running a wash cycle

1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the button;

the text WELCOME will appear on the display and the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in a green colour.

2. LOAD THE LAUNDRY. Open the porthole door.

Load the laundry, making sure you do not exceed the maximum load value indicated in the table of programmes on the following page.

3. MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT. Pour the

detergent into the relevant compartments as described in “Detergents and laundry”.

4. CLOSE THE DOOR.

5. SELECT THE WASH CYCLE. Press one of the WASH

CYCLE SELECTOR buttons to select the required wash cycle; the name of the wash cycle will appear on the display. A temperature and spin speed is set for each wash cycle; these may be adjusted. The duration of the cycle will appear on the display.

6. CUSTOMISE THE WASH CYCLE. Use the relevant

buttons:

Modifying the temperature and/or spin

speed. The machine automatically selects the maximum temperature and spin speed set for the selected wash cycle; these values cannot therefore be increased. The temperature can be decreased by pressing the button, until the cold wash “OFF” setting is reached. The spin speed may be progressively reduced by pressing the button, until it is completely excluded (the “OFF” setting). If these buttons are pressed again, the maximum values are restored.

! If the selected function is not compatible with

another function which has been selected previously, the indicator light corresponding to the first function selected will flash and only the second function will be activated; the indicator light corresponding to the enabled function will remain lit.

! The functions may affect the recommended load value

and/or the duration of the cycle.

7. START THE PROGRAMME. Press the START/ PAUSE button. The corresponding indicator light will become green, remaining lit in a fixed manner, and the door will be locked (the DOOR LOCKED symbol will be on). During the wash cycle, the name of the phase in progress will appear on the display. To change a wash cycle while it is in progress, pause the washing machine using the START/PAUSE button (the START/ PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in an orange colour); then select the desired cycle and press the START/PAUSE button again.

To open the door while a cycle is in progress, press

the START/PAUSE button; if the DOOR LOCKED symbol is switched off the door may be opened. Press the START/PAUSE button again to restart the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted.

8. THE END OF THE WASH CYCLE. This will be indicated by the text “END OF CYCLE” on the display; when the DOOR LOCKED symbol switches off the door may be opened. Open the door, unload the laundry and switch off the machine.

! If you wish to cancel a cycle which has already begun,

press and hold the button. The cycle will be stopped and the machine will switch off.

Setting a delayed start.

To set a delayed start for the selected programme, press the corresponding button repeatedly until the required delay period has been reached. When this option is enabled, the symbol lights up on the display. To remove the delayed start function press the button until the text “OFF” appears on the display.

Modifying the cycle settings.

• Press the button to enable the function; the indicator light corresponding to the button will switch on.

• Press the button again to disable the function; the indicator light will switch off.

! If the selected function is not compatible with the

programmed wash cycle, the indicator light will flash and the function will not be activated.

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load.

Wash cycles and functions

Table of wash cycles

Max.

Description of the wash cycle

Wash cycles

Everyday wash cycles (Daily)

Cotton: extremely soiled whites. 90° 1400

Cotton Standard 60° (1) (1° press of the button): heavily soiled whites and

resistant colours.

Cotton Standard 40° (2) (2° press of the button): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours.

Cotton Standard 20° (3° press of the button): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours.

Synthetics (1° press of the button): heavily soiled resistant colours. 60° 800

Synthetics (3) (1° press of the button): lightly soiled resistant colours. 40° 800

Synthetics (2° press of the button): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 800

Mix 30’ (1° press of the button): to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not

suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand).

Mix 15’ (2° press of the button): to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand).

Special cycles / Memory

Memory: allows for any wash cycle to be stored.

Baby cycle: heavily soiled delicate colours. 40° 800 -

Silk/Curtains: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie. 30° 0 -

Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc. 40° 800 -

Partial wash cycles

Spin (1° press of the button) - 1400 - - - 7 - - - 16’

Rinse (2° press of the button) - 1400 - -

Pump out (3° press of the button) - 0 - - - 7 - - - 2’

The length of cycle shown on the display or in this booklet is an estimation only and is calculated assuming standard working conditions. The actual duration can vary according to factors such as water temperature and pressure, the amount of detergent used, the amount and type of load inserted, load balancing and any wash options selected.

1) Test wash cycle in compliance with directive 1061/2010: set wash cycle (1° press of the button) with a temperature of 60°C.

This cycle is designed for cotton loads with a normal soil level and is the most efficient in terms of both electricity and water consumption; it should be used for garments which can be washed at 60°C. The actual washing temperature may differ from the indicated value.

2) Test wash cycle in compliance with directive 1061/2010: set wash cycle (2° press of the button) with a temperature of 40°C.

This cycle is designed for cotton loads with a normal soil level and is the most efficient in terms of both electricity and water consumption; it should be used for garments which can be washed at 40°C. The actual washing temperature may differ from the indicated value.

For all Test Institutes:

2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle (2° press of the button) with a temperature of 40°C.

3) Synthetic program along: set wash cycle (1° press of the button) with a temperature of 40°C.

Max.

temp.

speed

(°C)

(rpm)

60° 1400 -

40° 1400 -

20° 1400 -

30° 800 -

Detergents

Prewash Wash

  

 

  

 

Fabric

softener



Residual

dampness %

Max. load (kg)

7 53 1,99 62 145’

7 53 1,17 52,5 195’

7 53 0,94 61 190’

7 - - - 180’

3 44 0,85 39 110’

3 44 0,53 39 100’

3 - - - 75’

3 71 0,25 33 30’

1,5 71 0,08 29 15’

2 - - - 120’

1 - - - 55’

1 - - - 65’

7 - - - 36’

Total water lt

consumption

kWh

Energy

Cycle

duration

Wash functions

Prewash

If this function is selected, the pre-wash cycle will run; this is useful for removing stubborn stains. N.B.: put the detergent in the relevant compartment. ! It cannot be used with the , , , , , , programmes.

Extra rinse

By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly useful for sensitive skin. ! It cannot be used in conjunction with the , Spin, Pump out, programmes.

Easy iron

By selecting this function, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases. The wash cycles ends with the laundry being left to soak in the machine; the EASY IRON and START/PAUSE indicator lights will flash (orange) and the text “STOP WITH WATER” will appear on the display.

To drain the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the EASY IRON button. ! It may not be used with the , , , programmes.

Fast wash

Reduces the duration of the wash cycle, while making it possible to save water and electricity. ! It cannot be used with the Mix 15, , , , programmes.

Eco Wash

The Eco Wash function saves energy by not heating the water used to wash your laundry – an advantage both to the environment and to your energy bill. Instead, intensified wash action and water optimisation ensure great wash results in the same average time of a standard cycle. For the best washing

results we recommend the usage of a liquid detergent. ! It cannot be used with the Mix 15, , , , , programmes.

Detergents and laundry

Detergent dispenser drawer

Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent won’t necessarily make for a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build up on the interior of your appliance and even pollute the environment.

! Do not use hand washing detergents because these create

too much foam.

! Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for pre-

washing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C.

! Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging.

Ope n up the de ter gent dispenser and pour in the detergent and fabric softener, as follows.

compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid)

It is recommended that you place liquid detergent directly into the compartment using the appropriate dosing cup.

compartment 3: Additives (softener, etc.)

When pouring the softener in compartment 3, avoid exceeding the “max” level indicated. The softener is added automatically into the machine during the last wash. At the end of the wash programme, some water will be left in compartment 3. This is used for the inlet of denser fabric softeners into the machine, i.e. to dilute the more concentrated softeners. Should more than a normal amount of water remain in compartment 3, this means the emptying device is blocked. For cleaning instructions, see “Care and maintenance”.

compartment 4: Do not pour detergent into this compartment.

How much does your laundry weigh?

1 sheet 400-500 g 1 pillow case 150-200 g 1 tablecloth 400-500 g 1 bathrobe 900-1200 g 1 towel 150-250 g

Special wash cycles

Cotton Standard 20°: (programme ) ideal for lightly

soiled cotton loads. The effective performance levels achieved at cold temperatures, which are comparable to washing at 40°, are guaranteed by a mechanical action which operates at varying speed, with repeated and frequent peaks. Mix 30’: this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 30 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle ( at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 3 kg. Mix 15’: this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle ( at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1.5 kg. Baby cycle: this wash cycle can be used to remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while ensuring that all detergent is removed from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergies. The cycle has been designed to reduce the amount of bacteria by using a greater quantity of water and optimising the effect of special disinfecting additives added to the detergent. At the end of the wash cycle, the machine will slowly rotate the drum to prevent the formation of creases; to end the cycle press the START/PAUSE button. Silk: use special wash cycle to wash all silk garments. We recommend the use of special detergent which has been designed to wash delicate clothes. Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Use wash cycle . Wool: The wool wash cycle on this Hotpoint-Ariston machine has been tested and approved by The Woolmark Company for washing wool garments labelled as hand washable provided that the garments are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine. Hotpoint-Ariston is the first washing machine brand to be approved by The Woolmark Company for Apparel Care- Platinum for its washing performance and consumption of energy and water.

Preparing the laundry

• Divide the laundry according to:

- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label

- the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.

• Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.

• Do not exceed the values listed in the “Table of wash cycles”, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry.

In UK, Eire, Hong Kong and India the Woolmark trade mark is a Certification trade mark.

Troubleshooting

Your washing machine could fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre (see “Assistance”), make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list.

Problem:

The washing machine does not switch on.

The wash cycle does not start.

The washing machine does not take in water (the text “NO WATER, CHECK SUPPLY” appears on the display).

The washing machine continuously takes in and drains water.

Possible causes / Solutions:

• The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or is not making contact.

• There is no power in the house.

• The appliance Lid is not shut properly.

• The ON/OFF button has not been pressed.

• The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.

• The water tap has not been opened.

• A delayed start has been set (see “Running a wash cycle”).

• The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap.

• The hose is bent.

• The water tap has not been opened.

• There is no water supply in the house.

• The pressure is too low.

• The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.

• The drain hose is not fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the floor (see “Installation”).

• The free end of the hose is under water (see “Installation”).

• The wall drainage system is not fitted with a breather pipe.

If the problem persists even after these checks, turn off the water tap, switch the appliance off and contact the Assistance Service. If the dwelling is on one of the upper floors of a building, there may be problems relating to water drainage, causing the washing machine to fill with water and drain continuously. Special anti-draining valves are available in shops and help to avoid this inconvenience.

The washing machine does not drain or spin.

The washing machine vibrates a lot during the spin cycle.

The washing machine leaks.

The machine is locked and the display flashes, indicating an error code (e.g. F-01, F-..).

There is too much foam.

• The wash cycle does not include draining: some wash cycles require the drain phase to be started manually (see “Wash cycles and functions”).

• The EASY IRON function has been activated: To complete the wash cycle, press the START/PAUSE button (see “Wash cycles and functions”).

• The drain hose is bent (see “Installation”).

• The drainage duct is clogged.

• The drum was not unlocked correctly during installation (see “Installation”).

• The washing machine is not level (see “Installation”).

• The washing machine is trapped between cabinets and walls (see “Installation”).

• The water inlet hose is not screwed on properly (see “Installation”).

• The detergent dispenser drawer is blocked (for cleaning instructions, see “Care and maintenance”).

• The drain hose is not fixed properly (see “Installation”).

• Switch off the machine and unplug it, wait for approximately 1 minute and then switch it back on again.

If the problem persists, contact the Technical Assistance Service.

• The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should display the text “for washing machines” or “hand and machine wash”, or the like).

• Too much detergent was used.

Service

Before calling for Assistance:

• Check whether you can solve the problem alone (see “Troubleshooting”);

• Restart the programme to check whether the problem has been solved;

• If this is not the case, contact an authorised Technical Assistance Centre using the telephone number provided on the guarantee certificate.

! Always request the assistance of authorised technicians.

Have the following information to hand:

• the type of problem;

• the appliance model (Mod.);

• the serial number (S/N).

This information can be found on the data plate situated on the rear of the washing machine.

Istruzioni per l’uso

LAVABIANCHERIA CARICA DALL’ ALTO

Italiano

ECOT7D 1491

Sommario

Installazione, 14-15

Disimballo e livellamento Collegamenti idraulici ed elettrici Primo ciclo di lavaggio Dati tecnici

Manutenzione e cura, 16

Escludere acqua e corrente elettrica Pulire la lavabiancheria Curare coperchio e cestello Pulire la pompa Controllare il tubo di alimentazione dell’acqua Come pulire la vaschetta del detersivo

Precauzioni e consigli, 17

Sicurezza generale Smaltimento Risparmiare e rispettare l’ambiente

Descrizione della lavabiancheria, 18-19

Pannello di controllo Display Come aprire e chiudere il cestello

Come effettuare un ciclo di lavaggio, 20

Sistema bilanciamento del carico

Programmi e funzioni, 21

Tabella dei programmi Funzioni di lavaggio

Detersivi e biancheria, 22

Cassetto dei detersivi Preparare la biancheria Programmi particolari

Anomalie e rimedi, 23

Assistenza, 24

Assistenza Attiva 7 giorni su 7

Installazione

! È importante conservare questo libretto per poter-

lo consultare in ogni momento. In caso di vendita, di cessione o di trasloco, assicurarsi che resti insieme alla lavabiancheria per informare il nuovo proprietario sul funzionamento e sui relativi avvertimenti.

! Leggere attentamente le istruzioni: ci sono importanti informazioni sull’installazione, sull’uso e sulla sicurezza.

Disimballo e livellamento

Disimballo

1. Disimballare la lavabiancheria.

2. Controllare che la lavabiancheria non abbia subìto danni nel trasporto. Se fosse danneggiata non collegarla e contattare il rivenditore.

3. Rimuovere le quattro viti di protezione per il trasporto e il gommino con il relativo distanziale, posti nella parte posteriore (vedi figura).

4. Chiudere i fori con i tappi di plastica in dotazione.

5. Conservare tutti i pezzi: qualora la lavabiancheria

debba essere trasportata, dovranno essere rimontati. Attenzione. In caso di riutilizzo le viti più corte

devono essere montate in alto.

! Gli imballaggi non sono giocattoli per bambini.

Livellamento

La vostra lavabiancheria potrà essere rumorosa se i due piedini non sono regolati in modo che la stessa risulti perfettamente in piano.

1. Installare la lavabiancheria su un pavimento

piano e rigido, senza appoggiarla a muri, mobili o altro.

2. Se il pavimento non fosse perfettamente orizzontale, compensare le irregolarità svitando o avvitando i piedini anteriori posteriori (vedi figura); l’angolo di inclinazione, misurato sul piano di lavoro, non deve superare i 2°.

Un accurato livellamento dà stabilità alla macchina ed evita vibrazioni, rumori e spostamenti durante il funzionamento. In caso di moquette o di un tappeto, regolare i piedini in modo da conservare sotto la lavabiancheria uno spazio sufficiente per la ventilazione.

Collegamenti idraulici ed elettrici

Collegamento del tubo di alimentazione dell’acqua

1. Collegare il tubo di alimentazione avvitandolo a un rubinetto d’acqua fredda con bocca filettata da 3/4 gas (vedi figura). Prima di allacciare, far scorrere l’acqua finché non sia limpida.

2. Collegare il tubo di alimentazione alla lavabiancheria avvitandolo all’apposita presa d’acqua, nella parte posteriore in alto a destra (vedi figura).

3. Fare attenzione che nel tubo non ci siano né pieghe né strozzature.

! La pressione idrica del rubinetto deve essere compresa nei valori della tabella Dati tecnici

(vedi pagina a fianco).

! Se la lunghezza del tubo di alimentazione non fosse sufficiente, rivolgersi a un negozio specializzato o a un tecnico autorizzato.

Collegamento del tubo di scarico

65 - 100 cm

Collegare il tubo di scarico, senza piegarlo, a una conduttura di scarico o a uno scarico a muro posti tra 65 e 100 cm da terra;

! Il cavo non deve subire piegature o compressioni.

! Il cavo di alimentazione deve essere sostituito solo da tecnici autorizzati.

Attenzione! L’azienda declina ogni responsabilità qualora queste norme non vengano rispettate.

Primo ciclo di lavaggio

oppure appoggiarlo al bordo di un lavandino o di una vasca, legando la guida in dotazione al rubinetto (vedi figu- ra). L’estremità libera del tubo di scarico non deve rimanere immersa nell’acqua.

! È sconsigliato usare tubi di prolunga; se indispensabile, la prolunga deve avere lo stesso diametro del tubo originale e non superare i 150 cm.

Collegamento elettrico

Prima di inserire la spina nella presa della cor-

rente, accertarsi che:

• la presa abbia la messa a terra e sia a norma

di legge;

• la presa sia in grado di sopportare il carico

massimo di potenza della macchina, indicato

nella tabella Dati tecnici (vedi a fianco);

Dopo l’installazione, prima dell’uso, effettuare un ciclo di lavaggio con detersivo e senza biancheria impostando il programma (60°C).

Dati tecnici

Modello

Dimensioni

Capacità

Collegamenti elettrici

Collegamenti idrici

Velocità di centrifuga

ECOT7D 1491

larghezza cm 40 altezza cm 85 profondità cm 60

da 1 a 7 kg vedi la targhetta caratteristi-

che tecniche applicata sulla macchina

pressione massima 1 MPa (10 bar) pressione minima 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar) capacità del cesto 42 litri

sino a 1400 giri al minuto

• la tensione di alimentazione sia compresa nei

valori indicati nella tabella Dati tecnici (vedi a fianco);

• la presa sia compatibile con la spina della

lavabiancheria. In caso contrario sostituire la

presa o la spina.

! La lavabiancheria non va installata all’aperto,

nemmeno se lo spazio è riparato, perché è molto pericoloso lasciarla esposta a pioggia e temporali.

! A lavabiancheria installata, la presa della corrente deve essere facilmente raggiungibile.

! Non usare prolunghe e multiple.

Programmi di controllo secondo la direttive 1061/2010 e 1015/2010

programma

(1° pressione del tasto); Cotone standard 60°C; programma (2° pressione del tasto); Cotone standard 40°C.

Questa apparecchiatura è conforme alle seguenti Direttive Comunitarie:

- 2004/108/CE (Compatibilità Elettromagnetica)

- 2012/19/EU

- 2006/95/CE (Bassa Tensione)

Manutenzione e cura

Escludere acqua e corrente elet-

trica

• Chiudere il rubinetto dell’acqua dopo ogni lavaggio. Si limita così l’usura dell’impianto idraulico della lavabiancheria e si elimina il pericolo di perdite.

• Staccare la spina della corrente quando si pulisce la lavabiancheria e durante i lavori di manutenzione.

Pulire la lavabiancheria

La parte esterna e le parti in gomma possono essere puliti con un panno imbevuto di acqua tiepida e sapone. Non usare solventi o abrasivi.

Curare Coperchio e cestello

• Lasciare sempre socchiuso il coperchio per

evitare che si formino cattivi odori.

Pulire la pompa

La lavabiancheria è dotata di una pompa autopulente che non ha bisogno di manutenzione. Può però succedere che piccoli oggetti (monete, bottoni) cadano nella precamera che protegge la pompa, situata nella parte inferiore di essa.

! Assicurarsi che il ciclo di lavaggio sia terminato e staccare la spina.

Per accedere alla precamera:

1. rimuovere il pannello di copertura sul lato anteriore della lavabiancheria con l’ausilio di un giravite (vedi figura);

2. svitare il coperchio ruotandolo in senso antiorario (vedi figura): è normale che fuoriesca un po’ d’acqua;

3. pulire accuratamente l’interno;

4. riavvitare il coperchio;

5. rimontare il pannello assicurandosi, prima di spingerlo verso la macchina, di aver inserito i ganci nelle apposite asole.

Controllare il tubo di alimentazione dell’acqua

Controllare il tubo di alimentazione almeno una volta all’anno. Se presenta screpolature e fessure va sostituito: durante i lavaggi le forti pressioni potrebbero provocare improvvise spaccature.

! Non utilizzare mai tubi già usati.

Come pulire la vaschetta del detersivo

Smontaggio:

Esercitare una leggera pressione sul pulsante sulla parte anteriore del cassetto detersivo e tirarlo verso l’alto (fig.

1, 2).

Fig. 1 Fig. 2

Pulizia:

Pulire quindi il cassetto sotto il rubinetto (fig.

3) utilizzando anche un semplice spazzolino

da denti e, sfilata la coppia di sifoncini inseriti nella parte superiore degli scomparti 1 e 2 (fig.

4), controllare che gli stessi non siano ostruiti e risciacquarli.

Fig. 3

Rimontaggio:

Non d iment ic are di reinserire la coppia di sifoncini negli appositi alloggiamenti e rimettere infine il cassetto nella sua sede agganciandolo

(fig. 4, 2, 1).

Fig. 4

Precauzioni e consigli

! La lavabiancheria è stata progettata e costruita in

conformità alle norme internazionali di sicurezza. Queste avvertenze sono fornite per ragioni di sicurezza e devono essere lette attentamente.

Sicurezza generale

• Questo apparecchio è stato concepito esclusiva-

mente per un uso di tipo domestico.

• Questo apparecchio può essere usato da

bambini da 8 anni in su e da persone con capacità fisiche, sensoriali o mentali ridotte o con esperienza e conoscenze insufficienti se sono supervisionati o se hanno ricevuto adeguata formazione in merito all’uso dell’apparecchio in modo sicuro e capendo i pericoli connessi. I bambini non devono giocare con l’apparecchio. Manutenzione e pulizia non devono essere effettuati dai bambini senza supervisione.

• La lavabiancheria deve essere usata solo da

persone adulte e secondo le istruzioni riportate in questo libretto.

• Non toccare la macchina a piedi nudi o con le

mani o i piedi bagnati o umidi.

• Non staccare la spina dalla presa della corrente

tirando il cavo, bensì afferrando la spina.

• Non toccare l’acqua di scarico, che può

raggiungere temperature elevate.

• Non forzare in nessun caso il coperchio: potrebbe

danneggiarsi il meccanismo di sicurezza che protegge da aperture accidentali.

• In caso di guasto, in nessun caso accedere ai

meccanismi interni per tentare una riparazione.

• Controllare sempre che i bambini non si avvicinino

alla macchina in funzione.

• Se dev’essere spostata, lavorare in due o tre

persone con la massima attenzione. Mai da soli perché la macchina è molto pesante.

• Prima di introdurre la biancheria controlla che il

cestello sia vuoto.

Smaltimento

Gli apparecchi dismessi devono essere raccolti separatamente per ottimizzare il tasso di recupero e riciclaggio dei materiali che li compongono ed impedire potenziali danni per la salute e l’ambiente. Il simbolo del cestino barrato è riportato su tutti i prodotti per ricordare gli obblighi di raccolta separata. Per ulteriori informazioni, sulla corretta dismissione degli elettrodomestici, i detentori potranno rivolgersi al servizio pubblico preposto o ai rivenditori.

Risparmiare e rispettare l’ambiente

Tecnologia a servizio dell’ambiente: risparmiare detersivo, acqua, energia e tempo

• Per non sprecare risorse bisogna utilizzare la lavabiancheria con il massimo carico. Un carico pieno al posto di due mezzi fa risparmiare fino al 50% di energia.

• Il prelavaggio è necessario solo per biancheria molto sporca. Evitarlo fa risparmiare detersivo, tempo, acqua e tra il 5 e il 15% di energia.

• Trattando le macchie con uno scioglimacchia o lasciandole in ammollo prima del lavaggio, si riduce la necessità di lavare ad alte temperature. Un programma a 60°C invece di 90°C o uno a 40°C invece di 60°C, fa risparmiare fino al 50% di energia.

• Dosare bene il detersivo in base alla durezza dell’acqua, al grado di sporco e alla quantità di biancheria evita sprechi e protegge l’ambiente: pur biodegradabili, i detersivi contengono elementi che alterano l’equilibrio della natura. Inoltre evitare il più possibile l’ammorbidente.

• Effettuando i lavaggi dal tardo pomeriggio fino alle prime ore del mattino si collabora a ridurre il carico di assorbimento delle aziende elettriche. La funzione “Partenza Ritardata” aiuta molto a organizzare i lavaggi in tal senso.

• Smaltimento del materiale di imballaggio:

attenersi alle norme locali, così gli imballaggi potranno essere riutilizzati.

• La direttiva Europea 2012/19/EU sui rifiuti di

apparecchiature elettriche ed elettroniche, preve- de che gli elettrodomestici non debbano essere smaltiti nel normale flusso dei rifiuti solidi urbani.

• Se il bucato deve essere asciugato in un asciugatore, selezionare un’alta velocità di centrifuga. Poca acqua nel bucato fa rispamiare tempo ed energia nel programma di asciugatura.

Descrizione della lavabiancheria

Pannello di controllo

Tasto ON/OFF

Tasto

BLOCCO TASTI

DISPLAY

Tasto

CENTRIFUGA

SELETTORE

PROGRAMMI

Tasto ON/OFF : premere brevemente il tasto per accendere o spegnere la macchina. La spia START/PAUSE che lampeggia lentamente di colore verde indica che la macchina è accesa. Per spegnere la lavabiancheria durante il lavaggio è necessario tenere premuto il tasto più a lungo, circa 2 sec.; una pressione breve o accidentale non permetterà lo spegnimento della macchina. Lo spegnimento della macchina durante un lavaggio in corso annulla il lavaggio stesso.

Tasti SELETTORE PROGRAMMI: per impostare il program- ma desiderato (vedi “Tabella dei programmi”).

Tasto MEMO: tenere premuto il tasto per memorizzare un ciclo e le proprie personalizzazioni preferite. Per richiamare un ciclo precedentemente memorizzato premere il tasto MEMO.

Tasti FUNZIONE: premere il tasto per selezionare la funzione desiderata. Sul display si illuminerà la spia relativa.

Tasti

Tasto

MEMO

Tasto

PARTENZA RITARDATA

Tasto con spia

START/PAUSE

Tasti

FUNZIONE

Tasto PARTENZA RITARDATA : premere per imposta- re una partenza ritardata del programma prescelto; il ritardo viene indicato nel display.

Tasto con spia START/PAUSE: quando la spia verde lam- peggia lentamente, premere il tasto per avviare un lavaggio. A ciclo avviato la spia diventa fissa. Per mettere in pausa il lavaggio, premere nuovamente il tasto; la spia lampeggerà con colore arancione. Se il simbolo non è illuminato, si potrà aprire Il coperchio. Per far ripartire il lavaggio dal punto in cui è stato interrotto, premere nuovamente il tasto.

Modalità di stand by

Questa lavatrice, in conformità alle nuove normative legate al risparmio energetico, è dotata di un sistema di autospegnimento (stand by) che entra in funzione dopo circa 30 minuti nel caso di non utilizzo. Premere brevemente il tasto ON/OFF e attendere che la macchina si riattivi.

Tasto

TEMPERATURA

Tasto CENTRIFUGA : premere per ridurre o escludere del tutto la centrifuga; il valore viene indicato nel display.

Tasto TEMPERATURA : premere per ridurre la tempera- tura; il valore viene indicato nel display.

Tasto BLOCCO TASTI : per attivare il blocco del pannello di controllo, tenere premuto il tasto per circa 2 secondi. Il simbolo acceso indica che il pannello di controllo è bloccato. In questo modo si impediscono modifiche accidentali dei programmi, soprattutto se in casa ci sono dei bambini. Per disattivare il blocco del pannello di controllo, tenere premuto il tasto per circa 2 secondi.

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