Indesit W 103 User Manual

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Washing machine
Instructions for installation and use
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Quick guide
Here are the 12 topics explained in this manual. Read, learn and have fun: you will discover many secret ways to get a better wash, more easily and making your washing machine last longer.
Installation and removal (p. 10)
Installation, after delivery or transport, is the most important operation for the correct functioning of your washing machine. Always check:
1. That the electric system conforms to regulations;
2. That the inlet and draining pipes are connected correctly;
3. That the washing machine is levelled properly; something
worth checking to aid the performance of your washing machine;
4. That the drum's fixing screws have been removed from the back of the washing machine;
2. What goes in your washing machine and how
to start it (p. 2)
A correct distribution of your laundry is vital to the successful outcome of the wash and the life of the washing machine. Learn all the tips and secrets to dividing your linen: colour, type of fabric.
Guide to understanding labels (p. 5)
The symbols on the labels of your garments are easy to understand and equally important for the success of your wash. The guide includes simple instructions to help you choose the right tempera­ture, wash cycles and ironing methods.
Useful tips to avoid mistakes (p. 6)
Years back, our grandmothers were the ones who gave us good advice - and in those days synthetic fibres did not exist: washing was easy. Today, your washing machine offers you helpful advice allowing you to wash wool even better than an expert laundress would by hand.
The detergent dispenser (p. 7)
How to use the detergent dispenser.
Understanding the control panel (p. 3)
Washing machine’s control panel is very simple. It has only a few essential buttons to help you choose any type of wash cycle, ranging from the most energetic, capable of cleaning a mechanic’s overalls, to the most delicate for wool. Familiarising yourself with it will help you get the best out of your wash while helping your washing machine last longer. It’s easy.
8. Care and maintenance (p. 12)
With just a bit of care, it will repay you with loyalty and devotion. With the necessary upkeep, it will wash for years and years to come.
Problems and solutions (p. 8 and 9)
Before calling a technician, read these pages: immediate solutions may be found for a number of problems. If the problem persists, call your local Indesit customer services who will be pleased to help. Any failure will be repaired, as soon as possible.
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Technical characteristics (p. 9)
Herein are the technical features of your washing machine: model type number, electric and water specifications, size, capacity, speed of the spin cycle and compliance with Italian and European regulations.
11. Safety for you and your family (p. 13)
Here you will find the necessary safety guidelines, and it is important for you to read this section carefully.
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Indesit stays with you after your purchase (p. 14)
Indesit supports its products after their purchase by offering you a range of special services, professional assistance, spare parts and quality accessories.
7. Guide to the wash programmes (p. 4)
Herein is an easy table to help you choose the right programme, temperature, detergents and possible additives. Choose the right programme and you will get better results with your wash while saving time, water and energy, day after day.
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What goes in your washer?
Before washing, you can do a great deal to ensure better results. Divide your garments according to fabric and colour. Read the labels, follow their guidelines.
Before washing.
Divide your washing according to the type of fabric and colour fastness. Empty all pockets (coins, paper, money and small obejects) and ensure all loose buttons are repaired or removed prior to loading.
Starting the washer
After installing your new washing machine, start a wash cycle by setting programme "1" at 90 degrees.
Starting your washing machine in the right way is important for the quality of your wash, to help prevent future problems and enhance life expectancy of your appliance. Once you have loaded your washing machine and added the detergent together with any fabric conditioner, always check that:
For more delicate
garments:
protect underwear, tights and stockings and delicate items by placing them in a
canvas pouch
The labels say it all.
Always look at the labels: they tell you everything about your garment and how to wash it in the best possible way. The table on page 5 shows all meanings behind these symbols. Their recom­mendations are important to achieve better wash results.
1. The door is closed correctly.
2. The plug is secured in the socket.
3. The water supply is turned on.
4. Selector knob A is positioned on one of the symbols Reset).
Choose the desired programme
The programme is selected according to the type of garments that need to be washed. To choose a programme, refer to the table on page 4. Turn knob A until the selected programme is aligned with the mark on the knob, turn knob B to the desired temperatu- re settings, if necessary use buttons D and E, and lastly, press on/off button F (I position).
(Stop/
Big and small happily together.
This washing machine has a special electronic control device for even distribution: before the spin cycle starts, this device allows the garments to positions themselves, to minimise noise and vibrations during the spin cycle.
At the end of the wash cycle...
Wait approximately 3 minutes. Then turn the washing machine off by pressing on-off button F (O position). You can now open the washing machine door safely. After having removed the freshly cleaned washing, leave the door open to allow air circulation inside the drum. Always disconnect electricity at the socket and turn off the water supply.
Dividing your garments
according to fabric and
colour, is very important
for good results
Remember that, in the event of a power failure, or should the washing machine switch itself off, the programme chosen will remain in its memory.
How to eliminate the most common stains
Ink and biro Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol or alcohol at 90°. Ta r Dab with fresh butter, rub in turpentine then wash immediately. Wax Scrape away, then run a hot iron between two sheets of absorbent paper. Then rub in cotton with turpentine or
methyl alcohol.
Chewing gum Rub in nail polish remover and wipe with a clean rag. Mold Cotton and white linen should be placed in a solution of 5 parts water, one bleach and a spoon of vinegar, then
washed immediately. For other white fabrics, use hydrogen peroxide at 10 volumes and wash immediately.
Lipstick Dab with ether on wool or cotton. Use tricloroetilene for silk. Nail polish Place a sheet of absorbent paper on the side of the stain, wet it with nail polish remover, shifting the
garment as the sheet gradually changes colour. Grass Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol.
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A
B
F
C
D
E
Understanding the control panel
Here I’m in command
Making the right choice is important. And it’s easy.
Silk and curtains: press button D
Programme selector knob
Use this knob to select the wash programme.
Turn this knob clockwise only.
To select a programme, you should turn the knob so that the symbol/number of the desired programme is in line with the pointer on the knob. Now press on/off button F (position I), pilot lamp G will start flashing. After 5", the setting will be accepted, pilot lamp G will stop flashing (staying lit) and the wash cycle will begin. Should you wish to interrupt the programme in progress or set a new one, select one of the symbols wait 5" : when the cancellation has been accepted, pilot lamp G flashes, and you can then turn the appliance off. After the wash cycle has been set and accepted by the washing machine, turning the knob will have no effect (except for when it is on position Reset).
(Stop/Reset) and
Stop/
Temperature control knob
It is used to set the wash tempe­rature in the recommended programme table on pag. 4. It also allows you to reduce the tempe­rature recommended for the selected programme, and even to set a cold wash cycle (
Detergent dispenser
It is divided into three compartments:
1.Detergent for pre-wash;
2.Detergent for the main cycle wash;
3. Fabric conditioner.
Anti-crease
This button allows you to interrupt a programme (on symbol soaking in water before the spin cycle. It is a very useful button in particular because it can be used for delicates and synthetics. It is only to be used with wash programmes for synthetic fabrics, silk and curtains when it is impossible for you to take the washing out immediately. Before opening the washing machine door, finish the wash cycle as follows:
) keeping the washing
and the machine will drain the water. Synthetic fabrics: press button D if you want a spin cycle, or turn knob A to symbol the water to be drained.
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Extra Economy
Reduces water consumption during the rinse cycles. We recommend that you use this function only with small laundry loads, dosing the detergent proportionally.
On-off
When button F is pressed, the washing machine is switched on, when it is not the machine is switched off.
Turning the appliance off does not cancel the selected programme.
The on-off lamp
Lamp G flashes when the appliance is switched on and awaiting a programme to be set. A steady light means the appliance has accepted the selected programme.
if you want
The detergent dispenser is here.
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What are you washing today?
A programme for all seasons
Type of fabric and degree of soil Programme
COTTON
Exceptionally soiled whites (sheets, tablecloths, etc.)
Exceptionally soiled whites (sheets, tablecloths, etc.)
Heavily soiled whites and fast colours
Slightly soiled whites and delicate colours (shirts, jumpers, etc.)
Rinse cycles
Spin cycle Draining and final spin cycle
Stop/Reset
SYNTHETICS
Heavily soiled fast colour synthetics (baby linen, etc.)
Heavily soiled fast colour synthetics (baby linen, etc.)
Delicate colour synthetics (all types of slightly soiled garments)
Delicate colour synthetics (all types of slightly soiled garments
Rinse cycles
Fabric softener
Spin cycle Draining and delicate spin cycle
Stop/Reset
DELICATES
Wool
Particularly delicate garments and fabrics (curtains, silk, viscose, etc.)
Rinse cycles
Spin cycle Draining and delicate spin cycle
Draining Draining
Stop/Reset
knob
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Tem pe ra tur e knob
190°C
290°C
360°C
440°C
560°C
650°C
740°C
830°C
940°C
10 30°C
Detergent for prewash
Detergent for wash
Fabric softener
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Length of the cycle (minutes)
165
145
130
95
100
95
70
30
60
50
Description of wash cycle
Warm prewash, wash cycle at 90°C, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Wash cycle at 90°C, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Wash cycle at 60°C, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Interrupts/Cancels the selected programme
Wash cycle at 60°C, rinse cycles, anti-crease or delicate spin cycle
Wash cycle at 50°C, rinse cycles, anti-crease or delicate spin cycle
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles, anti-crease or delicate spin cycle
Wash cycle at 30°C, rinse cycles and delicate spin cycle
Rinse cycles, anti-crease or delicate spin cycel
Rinse cycles with automatic introduction of softener, anti-crease or delicate spin cycle
Interrupts/Cancels the selected programme
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles and delicate spin cycle
Wash cycle at 30°C, rinse cycles, anti-crease or draining
Rinse cyclesi, anti-crease or draining
Interrupts/Cancels the selected programme
Important: to cancel the wash programme you have just set, select one of the symbols (Stop/Reset) and wait for at least 5 seconds.
The data found in the table is purely indicative, and can vary according to the quantity and type of washing, the water system temperature and the room temperature.
Special programme
Daily wash Your washer has a programme available for the washing of lightly soiled garments in a short amount of time. By setting programme 8 at a temperature of 30°C, you can wash different types of fabrics together (except for wool and silk), with a maximum load of 3 kg. This programmes allows you to save on both time and energy as it only lasts around 30 minutes. We recommend the use of liquid detergent.
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