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Instructions for use
WASHING MACHINE
GB
English
WIXL 1200 OT
Contents
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Installation, 2-3
Unpacking and levelling
Electric and water connections
Technical details
Washing machine description, 4-5
Detergent dispenser
Control panel
Running a wash cycle, 6
Programme table, 7
Detergents and laundry, 8
Preparing your laundry
Special items
Load-balancing system
Precautions and advice, 9
General safety
Disposal
Saving energy and respecting the environment
Care and maintenance, 10
Cutting off the water or electricity supply
Cleaning your appliance
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
Caring for your appliance door and drum
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose
Troubleshooting, 11
Service, 12
Before calling for Assistance
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Installation
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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 3
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.
Packaging materials are not children's toys.
Levelling
Your machine may make a considerable amount of
noise if the two front feet have not been adjusted
correctly.
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 to the water mains
using a gas 3/4
attachment, fitting the
rubber gasket and the
filter supplied with the
appliance and ensuring
that they are fimly
tightened to the taps.
The water supply marked
C must be connected to the cold water tap; the pipe
marked H must be connected to the hot water tap.
Both pipes may be connected to the cold water tap
using the special Y connection with multiple
attachments, supplied with the appliance (see figure).
Before making 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.
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Connecting the drain hose
65 - 100 cm
Connect the drain hose,
without bending it, to a
draining duct or a wall
drain situated between
65 and 100 cm from
the floor;
alternatively, place 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.
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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.
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.
Electric connection
Before plugging the appliance into the mains
socket, make sure that:
the socket is earthed and in compliance with the
applicable law;
the socket is able to sustain the appliance's
maximum power load indicated in the Technical
details table (on the right);
the supply voltage is included within the values i
ndicated on the Technical details table
(on the right);
the socket is compatible with the washing
machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace
the socket or the plug.
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.
Technical details
Model
Dimensions
Capacity
Electric
connections
Wat er
connections
Spin speed
Control
programmes
accor ding to
IEC456 directive
WIXL 1200 OT
59.5 cm wide
85 cm high
56.5 cm deep
from 1 to 6 kg
voltage 230/240 Volts 50 Hz
maximum absorbed power 1850 W
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
mini mum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 52 litres
up to 1200 rpm
programme ; TIMER knob "auto";
run with a load of 6 kg.
This applian ce is compli ant with the
following European Community
Directives:
- 73/23/CEE of 19/02/73 (Low
Voltage) and subsequen t amendmen ts
- 89/336/CEE of 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent amendments
- 2002/96/CE
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Washing machine description
DETERGENT
DISPENSER
DOOR
KICKSTRIP
CONTROL
PANEL
DOOR
HANDLE
ADJUSTABLE FEET
Detergent dispenser
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.
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Open up the detergent
dispenser and pour in
the detergent and fabric
softener, as follows.
compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash
(powder)
Pre-wash detergent should only be used with the
sportswear programme
knob to the "auto" position or to one of the "3h" to
"24h" positions (see Detergents and laundry).
compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle
(powder or liquid)
Liquid detergent should only be poured in
immediately prior to the wash cycle start.
compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)
The fabric softener should not overflow from the grid.
, while setting the timer
Do not use hand wash detergent because it may
form too much foam.
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Control panel
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Detergent dispenser
Indicator
lights
ON-OFF/
DOOR
LOCK
indicator light
START/CANCEL
Button
PROGRAMMES
Knob
ON-OFF
Button
TIMER
Knob
Detergent dispenser: to add detergent and fabric
softener (see Washing machine description).
Indicator lights: show that the programme has
started and give an indication of the time remaining
until the end of the programme (see Running a
wash cycle).
PROGRAMME knob: to select the wash
programmes. The knob stays still during the cycle.
START/CANCEL button: starts the cycle after the
programme and required time have been set.
To cancel the programme and set a different one,
press and hold the button for at least 3 seconds.
ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK indicator light:
If the indicator light is switched on, this shows that
the door has been locked in order to prevent it being
opened accidentally; to avoid damaging the
machine, wait until the indicator light begins to flash
after the cycle has finished before opening the door.
The waiting time is approximately 2 minutes.
If the ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK indicator light flashes
extremely rapidly it has experienced a problem (see
Troubleshooting).
ON/OFF button: to turn the washing machine on
and off.
TIMER knob: sets the required duration of the
programme.
In the "auto" position the duration is controlled
automatically by the machine.
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Running a wash cycle
Note: After installing the machine and before using
it for the first time, run an empty wash cycle using
detergent, setting the
the timer knob is in the "auto" position.
1. Switch the washing machine on by pressing
ON/OFF button
a few seconds and the ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK
indicator light
2. LOADING LAUNDRY. Open the door. Load the
laundry, making sure that the maximum load
quantity indicated in the table of programmes
(below) is not exceeded.
3. MEASURING OUT DETERGENT/WASHING ADDITIVES
Remove the drawer completely and pour the
detergent into the compartment marked with the
number 2. If required, pour fabric softener and
other additives into the compartment marked with
the number 3. The softener must not rise above
the level of the grille. If you wish to run the
washing programme especially for sportswear
(by setting the timer knob to "auto" or to one of
the positions between "3h and 24h" - see
Detergents and laundry), it is also possible to
use powder detergent in compartment 1 for the
pre-wash phase.
programme and ensuring
. All the LEDS will light up for
will begin to flash.
- Whenever it is not necessary to set a specific
time for washing to end, select the "AUTO"
position: the machine automatically controls the
duration of the programme, based on the fabric
selected (see table of programmes below).
Regardless of the position selected for the TIMER
KNOB, the "Rinse"
minutes and begins as soon as the START/
CANCEL button is pressed.
7. START THE PROGRAMME by pressing the
START/CANCEL
and "programme in progress" indicator lights
will illuminate and remain lit constantly.
During the cycle, the indicator lights provide
information relating to the amount of time
remaining until the end of the programme.
When there are 30, 20 and 10 minutes
respectively remaining until the end of the
programme, the corresponding indicator lights will
illuminate.
programme lasts 15
button. The "on-off/door lock"
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4. CLOSE THE DOOR.
5. SELECT THE WASH FABRIC by turning the
PROGRAMME KNOB right or left until the correct
fabric or the "Rinse" programme is selected.
6. SET THE WASHING END TIME by turning the
TIMER KNOB right or left.
The following settings may be used:
- Positions "30 min - 45 min - 60 min": by
selecting one of these times, the duration of the
programme is set.
- Positions between "3h" and "24h": by selecting
one of these times the user selects the number of
hours after which the programme should finish.
The effective duration of the wash is equivalent to
the "auto" cycle duration (see table of
programmes below), but the machine will delay
the start of the cycle automatically to ensure it
ends within the set time period.
8. PROGRAMME END
At the end of the wash programme, all the
indicator lights will switch off. Wait for the door to
become unlocked (the "on-off/door lock"
indicator light flashes), remove the laundry and
leave the door ajar in order to let the drum dry
out. Switch off the machine by pressing the ON/
OFF
button.
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Programme table
Nature of fabrics
and soiling
White cotton
Coloured cotton
Dark/delicate cotton
Synthetics
Wool
Delicates
Special Sport
Programmes
Times
auto (125 min.) 6 60°
30 min.
45 min.
60 min.
3h - 24h 6 60°
auto (70 min.) 6
30 min.
45 min.
60 min.
3h - 24h 6
auto (60 min.) 6
30 min.
45 min.
60 min.
3h - 24h 6
auto (60 min.) 2,5
30 min.
45 min.
60 min.
3h - 24h 2,5
auto (60 min.) 1,5
30 min.
45 min.
60 min.
3h - 24h 1,5
auto (60 min.) 2
30 min.
45 min.
60 min.
3h - 24h 2
auto (60 min.) 2
30 min.
45 min.
60 min.
3h - 24h 2
Maximum
Load (kg)
3,5
3,5
3,5
3,5
3,5
3,5
3
3
3
1,5
2,5
2,5
1,5
1,5
1,5
2
2
2
2
2
2
Maximum
temperature
40°
60°
60°
40° Wash, rinse, intermediate and final spins
30° Wash, rinse, intermediate and final spins
40° Wash, rinse, gentle spin
40° Wash, rinse, gentle spin
30° Wash, rinse, drain
30° Prewash , wash, rinse, intermediate and final spins
Wash cycle description
Wash, rinse, intermediate and final spins
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Rinse
*
2,5 Rinse and spin
* Note: regardless of the position of the "TIMER knob", the Rinse cycle begins immediately after the ON/CANCEL button is
pressed, and lasts for 15 minutes.
Important:
- the quick wash programmes "30 min" and "45 min" (regardless of the type of fabric) are recommended for refreshing lightly
soiled garments in a short time.
- the "60 min" programmes (regardless of the type of fabric) are recommended for washing lightly soiled garments.
- Wash times do not include the 2 minutes at the end of the cycle when the user must wait for the door to unlock.
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Detergents and laundry
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Preparing your laundry
Divide your laundry according to:
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label.
- the colours: separate coloured garments from
whites.
Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons.
Do not exceed the maximum load values shown
in the "Programme table".
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 items
Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow
case or mesh bag. Wash them separately without
exceeding half the appliance load. Use programme
which excludes the spin cycle automatically.
Load-balancing system
To avoid excessive vibrations, before every spin
cycle the machine distributes the load in a uniform
manner by continuously rotating the drum at a
speed which is slightly faster than the normal
washing speed.
When, despite repeated attempts, the load is still
not evenly distributed, the machine spins at a lower
speed than the set frequency.
If the load is excessively unbalanced, the machine
attempts to distribute it instead of spinning.
The balancing attempts may extend the total duration
of the cycle, up to a maximum of 10 minutes.
Quilted coats and windbreakers: if they are
padded with goose or duck down, they can be
machine-washed. Turn the garments inside out and
load a maximum of 3 kg, repeating the rinse cycle
once or twice.
Wool: for best results, use a specific detergent,
taking care not to exceed a load of 1,5 kg.
Sportswear: use the "Special Sport"
programme. It is possible to run an initial pre-wash
phase, which is useful for removing soil or mud
residues from the garments. To use this phase, pour
powder detergent into compartment 1 of the
detergent drawer (see Washing machine
description).
The pre-wash phase will not run if the timer knob is
set to a duration between 30 minutes and 1 hour
(inclusive).
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Precautions and advice
The washing machine was designed and built in
compliance with the applicable international safety
regulations. The following information is provided for
your safety and should consequently be read carefully.
General safety
This appliance has been designed for non-
professional, household use and its functions must
not be changed.
This washing machine should only be used by
adults and in accordance with the instructions
provided in this manual.
Never touch the washing machine when barefoot
or with wet or damp hands or feet.
Do not pull on the power supply cable to unplug
the appliance from the electricity socket. Pull the
plug out yourself.
Do not open the detergent dispenser while the
appliance is in operation.
Do not touch the drain water as it could reach
very high temperatures.
Never force the washing machine door: this could
damage the safety lock mechanism designed to
prevent any accidental openings.
In the event of a malfunction, do not under any
circumstances touch internal parts in order to
attempt repairs.
Always keep children well away from the
appliance while in operation.
The appliance door tends to get quite hot during
the wash cycle.
Should it have to be moved, proceed with the
help of two or three people and handle it with the
utmost care. Never try to do this alone, because
the appliance is very heavy.
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.
Saving energy and respecting the
environment
Environmentally-friendly technology
If you only see a little water through your appliance
door, this is because thanks to the latest Indesit
technology, your washing machine only needs less
than half the amount of water to get the best results:
an objective reached to respect 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.
Treating stains with a stain remover or leaving them
to soak before washing will cut down the need to
wash them at high temperatures.
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.
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Before loading your laundry into the washing
machine, make sure the drum is empty.
Disposal
Disposing of the packaging material:
observe local regulations, so the packaging can
be re-used.
The European Directive 2002/96/EC 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
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Care and maintenance
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Cutting off the water or electricity
supply
Turn off the water tap after every wash. This will
limit the wear of your appliance's water system
and also prevent leaks.
Unplug your appliance when cleaning it and
during all maintenance operations.
Cleaning your appliance
The exterior and rubber parts of your appliance can
be cleaned with a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm
soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
Remove the dispenser
by pulling it out (see
figure).
Wash it under running
water; this operation
should be repeated
frequently.
Cleaning the pump
The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning
pump that does not require any maintenance.
Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons)
may fall into the pre-chamber that protects the
pump, situated in the lower part of the same.
Make sure the wash cycle has ended and unplug
the appliance.
To access the pre-chamber:
1. using a screwdriver,
remove the cover panel
on the lower front of the
washing machine (see
figure);
2. unscrew the lid
rotating it anticlockwise (see figure): a
little water may trickle
out. This is perfectly
normal;
Caring for your appliance door and
drum
Always leave the appliance door ajar to prevent
unpleasant odours from forming.
3. clean the interior 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 water inlet hose at least once a year. If
you see any cracks, replace it immediately: during
the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and
a cracked hose could easily split open.
Never use hoses that have already been used.
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Troubleshooting
Your washing machine could fail to work. Before calling for Assistance (see Service), make sure the problem
can't easily be solved by consulting the following list.
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Problem
The washing machine won't
start.
The wash cycle won't start.
The washing machine fails to
load water.
The washing machine
continuously loads and unloads
water.
Possible causes/Solution:
The appliance is not plugged into the socket, or not enough to make contact.
There has been a power failure.
The appliance door is not shut properly.
The ON/OFF button
The START/CANCEL button
The water tap is not turned on.
A washing end time between "3h" and "24h" 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 is not turned on.
There is a water shortage.
The water pressure is insufficient.
The START/CANCEL button
The drain hose is not fitted between 65 and 100 cm from the floor (see Installation).
The free end of the hose is underwater (see Installation).
The wall drainage system doesn't have a breather pipe.
If the problem persists even after these checks, turn off the water tap,
switch the appliance off and call for Assistance. If the dwelling is on one of
the upper floors of a building, there may be drain trap problems causing the
washing machine to load and unload water continuously. In order to avoid
such an inconvenience, special anti-drain trap valves are available in shops.
has not been pressed.
has not been pressed.
has not been pressed.
The washing machine does not
drain or spin.
The washing machine vibrates
too much during the spin cycle.
The washing machine leaks.
The ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK
indicator light flashes
extremely rapidly.
There is too much foam.
The drain hose is bent (see Installation).
The drain duct is clogged.
When the machine is installed, the locking screws for the oscillating
assembly are still in place. Remove the screws (see Installation).
The washing machine is not level (see Installation).
The washing machine is closed in between furniture cabinets and
the wall (see Installation).
The water inlet hose is not screwed on correctly (see Installation).
The detergent dispenser is obstructed (to clean it, see Care and maintenance).
The drain hose is not secured properly (see Installation).
This means there is a problem with the machine. Before calling
Assistance, please follow the set of instructions below:
1. Switch off the machine by pressing the
2. Remove the plug connecting the appliance to the mains supply
and wait for at least 40 seconds;
3. Place the plug back into the socket;
4. Switch on the machine by pressing the
5. If the problem is still evident after this process has been carried
out, contact Assistance.
The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should bear the
definition "for washing machines" or "hand and machine wash", or the like).
You used too much detergent.
button.;
button again;
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Service
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Before calling for Assistance:
Check whether you can solve the problem on your own (see Troubleshooting);
Restart the programme to check whether the problem has been solved;
If this is not the case, contact an authorised Technical Service Centre on the telephone number
provided on the guarantee certificate.
If the machine has been installed or used incorrectly, you may be charged for the maintenance callout service.
Always request the assistance of authorised servicemen.
Notify the operator of:
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.
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