Hotpoint Ariston RSPD 804 JB EU User Manual [ro]

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE

English,1

Polski,13

RSPD 804 J

Română,25

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 the washing machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose

Precautions and tips, 5

General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually

Description of the washing machine, 6-7

Control panel Display

Running a wash cycle, 8

Wash cycles and functions, 9

Table of wash cycles Wash functions

Detergents and laundry, 10

Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles Load balancing system

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

Installation

! This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine is sold, transferred or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains with the machine so that the new owner is able to familiarise himself/herself with its operation and features.

! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging.

2. Make sure that the washing machine has not been damaged during the transportation process. If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process.

3. Remove the 4 protective screws (used during transportation) and the rubber washer with the corresponding spacer, located on the rear part of the appliance (see figure).

4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs provided.

5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need them again if the washing machine needs to be moved to another location.

! Packaging materials should not be used as toys for children.

Levelling

venness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front feet (see figure); the angle of inclination, measured in relation to the worktop, must not exceed 2°. Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability, help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient ventilation space underneath the washing machine.

Connecting the electricity and water supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

1. Insert seal A into the end of the inlet hose and screw the latter onto a cold water tap with a 3/4 gas threaded mouth (see figu- re). Before making the connection, allow the water to run freely until it is perfectly clear.

2. Connect the inlet hose to the washing machine by screwing it onto the corresponding water inlet of the appliance, which is situated on the top right-hand side of the rear part of the appliance (see figure).

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.

! The water pressure at the tap must fall within the range of values indicated in the Technical data table (see next page).

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

2. If the floor is not perfectly level, compensate for any une-

! If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialised shop or an authorised technician.

! Never use second-hand hoses.

! Use the ones supplied with the machine.

Connecting the drain hose

65 - 100 cm

Connect the drain hose, without bending it, to a drain duct or a wall drain situated between 65 and 100 cm from the floor;

alternatively, placed it over the edge of a basin, sink or tub, fastening the duct supplied to the tap (see figure). The free end of the hose should not be underwater.

! 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values 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.

! 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 remain within easy reach.

! Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

! The cable should not be bent or compressed. ! The power supply cable must only be repla-

ced by authorised technicians.

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

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 wash cycle auto clean (see “Cleaning the wa-

shing machine”).

Technical data

Model

Dimensions

Capacity

Electrical connections

Water connections

Spin speed

Test wash cycles in accordance with regulations 1061/2010 1015/2010

RSPD 804 J

width 59.5 cm height 85 cm depth 47,5 cm

from 1 to 8 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 54 litres

up to 1000 rotations per minute

programme 9 ; Eco Cotton 60°C. programme 9 ; Eco Cotton 40°C.

This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives:

- 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)

- 2012/19/EU (WEEE)

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.

•Thewashingmachinehasaautocleanprogramme for its internal parts that must be run with no load in the drum. To help the wash cycle you may want to use either the detergent (i.e. a quantity 10% the quantity specified for lightly-soiled garments) or special additives to clean the washing machine. We recommend running a cleaning programme every 40 wash cycles. To activate the programme, press the button for 5 seconds then press START/PAUSE to start the programme, which will last roughly 70 minutes.

Cleaning the pump

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.

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 anticlockwise (see figu- re): a little water may trickle out. This is perfectly normal;

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Remove the dispenser by raising it and pulling it out (see

figure).

Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently.

Caring for the door and drum of your appliance

•Alwaysleavetheportholedoorajarinorder

to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

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.

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.

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.

• 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openthedetergentdispenserdrawerwhilethe

machine is in operation.

• 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.

• Thedoorcanbecomequitehotduringthewashcycle.

• 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regu-

lations so that the packaging may be re-used.

•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. 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.

Opening the porthole door manually

In the event that it is not possible to open the porthole door due to a powercut, and if you wish to remove the laundry, proceed as follows:

1. remove the plug from the electrical socket.

2. make sure the water level inside the machine is lower than the door opening; if it is not, remove excess water using the drain hose, collecting it in a bucket as indicated in the figure.

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

4. pull outwards using the tab as indicated in the figure, until the plastic tie-rod is freed from its stop position; pull downwards and open the door at the same time.

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

Description of the washing machine

MULTI

Control panel

ON/OFF

button

FUNCTION

buttons

DISPLAY

RINSE

button

DIRECT INJECTION

button

Programme

Detergent dispenser drawer

Key

Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense

detergents and washing additives (see “Detergents and laundry”).

Programme Key: the Programme Key inside the detergent dispenser shows all the available programmes together with a graphical guide on how to use the individual dispenser compartments.

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 3 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 KNOB: used to set the desired wash cycle (see “Table of programmes and wash cycles”).

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

AUTO CLEAN button: press to clean the machine’s internal parts (see “Cleaning the washing machine”).

DIRECT INJECTION button: press to select the DIRECT INJECTION option.

WASH

CYCLE

SELECTOR

KNOB

AUTO

CLEAN

button

TEMPERATURE

KEY LOCK button : to activate the control panel

lock, press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds. When the display visualises “KEY LOCK ON” the control panel is locked (apart from the ON/OFF button). 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.

DELAY TIMER 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 started 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.

button

SPIN

button

KEY LOCK

button

DELAY TIMER

button

START/PAUSE

button with indicator light

MULTI RINSE button : press to select the desired rinse type.

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.

Display

X Z

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

The following will appear in area A: the icon and selected washing programme, the washing phases and time remaining to the end of the wash cycle.

Area B will include the two intensity levels relative to the DIRECT INJECTION option.

The indicator lights relative to the available functions appear in area C.

Area D will have the time remaining to the start of the selected programme if the DELAY TIMER function was set.

String E shows the maximum spin speed value (this depends on the selected wash cycle); if the programme does not include the spin cycle, the dimly lit “--” symbol will appear in the area.

Area F will visualise the temperature value selectable on the basis of the set programme; if the temperature of the programme cannot be set, the area will show the symbol “--” dimly lit.

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. N.B.: if the DELAY TIMER function has been activated, the door cannot be opened; pauses the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button if you wish to open it.

! 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. To change the language switch off the machine and press buttons G, H, I simultaneously until an alarm is heard: the language-selection menu will be displayed again.

! To change the display luminosity, which by default is set to the highest value, switch the machine off then simultaneously

press buttons G, L and M until the buzzer sounds. Press buttons X and Y to choose the desired level of luminosity then confirm by pressing button Z.

! During the wash cycle or when the DELAY TIMER function has been enabled, if the user does not interact with the display

for 1 minute the “SCREEN SAVER” activates. To return to the previous window, simply press any button.

Running a wash cycle

1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the On/Off

button ; the text HOTPOINT 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. Open the

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

4. CLOSE THE DOOR.

5. SELECT THE WASH CYCLE. Use the WASH CYCLE

SELECTOR knob to select the desired 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 (the display will visualise the “--” symbol) setting is reached. The spin speed may be progressively reduced by pressing the button, until it is completely excluded (the display will visualise the “--” symbol). If these buttons are pressed again, the maximum values are restored.

! Exception: if the 2 programme is selected, the

temperature can be increased up to a value of 40°C.

! Exception: if the 3 programme is selected, the

temperature can be increased up to a value of 90°C.

! Exception: if the 4 programme is selected, the

temperature can be increased up to a value of 60°C..

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. To remove the delayed start function press the button until the text “-- h” appears on the display.

Set the rinse type.

Option makes it possible to select the desired rinse type for sensitive skin. Press the button once for the “Extra +1” level, which makes it possible to select an additional rinse after the standard cycle rinse and remove all traces of detergent. Press the button again for the “Extra +2” level, which makes it possible to select two additional rinses to the standard cycle rinses; it is recommended for very sensitive skin. When the button is pressed for the third time, the “Extra +3” level is set, thus allowing the selection of 3 rinses in addition to the standard cycle’s rinses. The option - started with cycles at a temperature of 40°C - makes it possible to remove major allergens such as pollen, cat and dog hair. With cycles at a temperature higher than 40° a very

good level of antiallergic protection is achieved. Press the button again to go back to the “Normal rinse” rinse type. If the current adjustment can be neither set nor changed, the display will show “No Selection” or “No Change”.

Modifying the cycle settings.

• Pressthebuttontoenablethefunction;the relevant indicator light on the display will light up.

• Pressthebuttonagaintodisablethefunction;the relevant indicator light on the display will switch off.

! If the selected function is incompatible with the set programme, the relevant indicator light will appear dimly lit; in addition, the incompatibility will be signalled by a buzzer (3 beeps) and the wording “No Selection” will appear on the display. ! If the selected function is incompatible with another previously set function, the wording “No Selection” will appear on the display and the function will not be enabled. ! 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 “CYCLE END” 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.

Direct Injection

The washing machine is equipped with the innovative technology «Direct Injection» which pre-mixes water and detergent, thus immediately activating the detergent’s cleaning principles. This active emulsion is directly introduced into the drum of the washing machine and penetrates the fibres with more efficacy in cleaning even heavily soiled garments at low temperatures, fully preserving colours and fabrics. The mode «Power» ensures the best cleaning performance and the mode «EcoEnergy» allows more energy saving.

Wash cycles and functions

60°/40°

Table of wash cycles

1000

Detergents

(kg)

Energy

Wash

Fabric

Bleach

softener

 

  

 

  

 

- - - 8 - - - **

- 8 - - - **

- 3,5 - - - **

- 3 71 0,15 48 30’

- 4 - - - **

- 1 - - - **

- 1,5 - - - **

- 8 62 0,93 54,8 215’

- 8 62 0,93 72 215’

- 8 62 0,86 72 210’

- 4 - - - **

- 1 - - - **

- 2 - - - **

 

Residual

Max. load

dampness%

8 - - - **

4 46 0,61 49 105’

8 - - - **

consum-

ptionkWh

Total water

Cycle dura-

Description of the wash cycle

Wash

cycles

DAILY CLEAN

Anti-Stain Power 20°C

2 Anti-Stain Turbo 45’

Cotton: lightly soiled resistant and delicate colours.

Synthetics (4): lightly soiled resistant colours.

Fast 30’: to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool, silk

and clothes which require washing by hand).

SPECIALS

Colour Care (default) => Colours 40° 1000

Ultra Delicates

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

Eco Cotton 60°C

Eco Cotton 40°C

Cotton (3): lightly soiled resistant and delicate colours. 40° 1000

Baby

EXTRA

Anti-Allergy

Bed & Bath 7 Days: for bedlinen and towels. 60° 1000

Silk & Curtains: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie. 30°

Padded Jackets: for down-stuffed garments. 30° 1000

Partial Programmes

Rinse

Spin + Pump out

Pump out only * -

(1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.

(2): lightly soiled resistant and delicate colours.

Max.

temp.

(°C)

20° 1000

20°

(Max. 40°C)

40°

(Max. 90°C)

40°

(Max. 60°C)

30° 800

30°

60° 1000

40° 1000

60° 1000

Max.

speed

(rpm)

- 1000 -

- 1000 - - - 8 - - - **

* If you select programme and exclude the spin cycle, the machine will drain only. ** The duration of the wash cycle can be checked on the display.

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 regulations 1061/2010: set wash cycle 9 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 regulations 1061/2010: set wash cycle 9 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:

3) Long wash cycle for cottons: set programme 9 at temperature 40°C and press the DIRECT INJECTION button under “Power” mode.

4) Long wash cycle for synthetics: set wash cycle 4 with a temperature of 40°C.

Wash functions

Time Saver

If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by up to 50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments.

Colour Care

Setting cycle 6 and selecting this function allows for choosing among 3 different programmes specially designed for optimally preserving colour intensity and the brilliance of whites:

Colours: used to wash light coloured clothes. This programme is designed to maintain bright colours over time. Darks: this programme is designed to maintain dark colours over time. We recommend using a liquid detergent for best results, preferably when washing dark-coloured garments. Whites: this programme is designed to maintain the brightness of white clothes over time. Use powder detergent for best results.

Super Wash

This option offers a high-performance wash due to the greater quantity of water used in the initial phase of the cycle, and due to the increased wash cycle duration, is particularly useful for the removal of stubborn stains. It can be used with or without bleach. If you desire bleaching, insert the extra tray compartment 3. When pouring in the bleach, be careful not to exceed the “max” level marked on the central pivot (see figure pag. 10). To bleach laundry without carrying out a full wash cycle, pour the bleach into the extra compartment 3, select the cycle

and activate the function .

tion

Detergents and laundry

Detergent dispenser drawer

Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause a build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution.

! 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. ! Do not use hand washing detergents because these

create too much foam.

Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the detergent or washing additive, as follows.

! Do not pour detergent into

the middle compartment (*).

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

If liquid detergent is used, it is recommended that the removable plastic partition A (supplied) be used for proper dosage. If powder detergent is used, place the partition into slot B.

compartment 2: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)

The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.

extra compartment 3: Bleach

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listedvalues,whichrefertothe

weight of the laundry when dry: see “Table of wash cycles”.

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

Anti-Stain Power 20°C: this programme ensures ma-

ximum stain removal capacity with no need for pre-treatment at low temperatures, preserving fabrics and colours. Anti-Stain Turbo 45’: this cycle ensures excellent stain removal capacity even at 20°C in just 45 minutes. The temperature of this cycle can be increased up to 40°C.

Ultra Delicates: use programme 7 to wash very delicate garments having strasses or sequins. We recommend turning the garments inside out before washing and placing small items into the special bag for washing delicates. Use liquid detergent on delicate garments for best results.

Wool - Woolmark Apparel Care - Green:

the wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by The Woolmark Company for the washing of wool garments labelled as “hand wash” provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine

Baby: use the special wash cycle 10 to remove the remo- ve the soiling typically caused by babies, while removing all traces of detergent from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergic reactions. 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. Anti-Allergy: use programme 11 to remove major aller- gens such as pollen, mites, cat’s and dog’s hair. Bed & Bath 7 days: use programme 12 to wash bed linen and towels in one single cycle: it optimises softener performance and helps you save time and energy. We recommend the use of powder detergent Silk: use special wash cycle 13 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 13. Padded Jackets: to wash padded jackets, cushions or clothes padded with goose down (the weight of which should not exceed 2 kg), use the special 14 wash cycle.

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.

Troubleshooting

Your washing machine could fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre (see “Assistance”), make sure that the problem cannot be 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, Turn tap on” 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washingmachinedoorisnotclosed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.

• 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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.

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