Indesit PWE 9168 S User Manual

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE

GB

English, 1

PWE 9168 S

Contents

Installation, 2-3-4-5

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

Description of the washing machine, 6-7

Control panel
Display

Running a wash cycle, 8

Wash cycles and options, 9

Table of programmes and wash cycles
Wash options

Detergents and laundry, 10

Detergent dispenser drawer
Preparing the laundry
Special wash cycles

Precautions and advice, 11

General safety
Disposal
Opening the porthole door manually

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Care and maintenance, 12

Cutting off the water and electricity supplies
Cleaning the washing machine
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose

Troubleshooting, 13-14

Assistance, 15-16

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Installation

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! 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

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. 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 inlet hose
to the washing machine
by screwing it onto the
corresponding water inlet
of the appliance, which is
situated on the top right­hand 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 values

indicated in the Technical details 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
unevenness by tightening
or loosening the adjustable
front feet (see figure);
the angle of inclination,
measured in relation to the
worktop, must not exceed
2°.

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! 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

Where it connects to
the waste water pipe
cut end off spigot or
remove the blanking cap

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

• the supply voltage is included within the values

indicated on the Technical details table
(see page 5);

• the socket is compatible with the washing
machine’s plug. If this is not the case, replace

the socket or the plug.

Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused plug
it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use.
Before using the appliance please read the instructions
below.

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The drain hose may
be connected to an
under-sink trap. Before
connecting the drain
hose from the machine
ensure that any blanks
or removable ends have
been taken off the spigot.

If it is place over the
edge of a basin or sink
be sure the free end of
the hose should not be
underwater.

! We advise against the use of hose extensions; in case

of absolute need, the extension must have the same
diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150
cm in length.
Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a standpipe,
that the end does not go down more than 15cms (6
inches). If the hose is pushed down too far, this may
cause the machine to self -syphon ie. continuously
empty as it is filling.

Electric connection

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

• the socket is earthed and in compliance with the

applicable law;

WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED
OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

Replacing the fuse:

When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA approved
fuse to BS 1362 should always be used, and the fuse
cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not
be used until a replacement is obtained.
Replacement fuse covers:
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the
colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.
Replacements can be obtained directly from your nearest
Service Depot.

Removing the plug:

If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug
and you should wish to re-route the mains cable through
partitions, units etc., please ensure that either:
the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere re-wearable
plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.
or:
the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable
outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with BS

5733) which is accessible without moving the appliance.

Disposing of the plug:

Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you make
the pins unusable so that it cannot be accidentally inserted
into a socket.

Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug:
Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:

Green & Yellow Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live

• the socket is able to sustain the appliance’s

maximum power load indicated in the Technical
details table (see page 5);

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GREEN &
YELLOW

BROWN

BLUE

13 ampere fuse

CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP

As the colours of the wires in the lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifyng the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured
Red.
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured
Black.
If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted with a
13 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the
distribution board.
If you are in any doubt about the electrical supply to your
machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.
How to connect an alternative plug:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:

BLUE NEUTRAL (N)
BROWN LIVE (L)
GREEN & YELLOW EARTH (E)

Disposing of the appliance:

When disposing of the appliance please remove the plug
by cutting the mains cable as close as possible to the
plug body and dispose of it as described above.

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, setting the 90°C programme without a pre-wash
cycle.

! The washing machine should not be installed in

an outdoor environment, not even when the area is
sheltered, because it may be very dangerous to leave it
exposed to rain and thunderstorms.

! When the washing machine is installed, the mains

socket must be within easy reach.

! Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.

! The power supply cable must never be bent or

dangerously compressed.

! The power supply cable must only be replaced by an

authorised serviceman.

Warning! The company denies all liability if and when
these norms are not respected.

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Technical data

Model

PWE 9168 S

Dimensions

width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 62 cm

Capacity

from 1 to 9 kg

Electrical

connections

please refer to the technical data plate
fixed to the machine

Water connections

maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 62 litres

Spin speed

up to 1600 rotations per minute

Energy rated

programmes

according to

regulation

EN 60456

programme 1; temperature 60°C;
using a load of 9 kg.

This appliance conforms to the following
EC Directives:

- 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compa­tibility)

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)

- 2002/96/EC

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