Lux WH251 User Manual

CLASSIC

INSTALLATION AND INSTRUCTION MANUAL

132 999 250

WASHING MACHINE

WH 251

GB

YOUR NEW WASHING MACHINE

This new washing machine meets all
requirements for a modern washing of laundry
with reduced consumption of water, energy and
detergent.

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The temperature selector dial allows you to
choose personally the suitable washing
temperature for your laundry.

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The automatic cooling of the washing water
from 95°C to 60°C before draining will
prevent plastic pipes of your drainage system
from being deformed.

Environment protection

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Packaging recycling

Materials marked with the symbol are
recyclable. To enable them to be recycled, they
must be placed in the appropriate collection
areas (or containers). Check with your local
authorities.

>PE<= polyethylene
>PS<= polystyrene
>PP<= polypropylene

Ecological hints

n order to obtain water and energy savings and

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to protect the environment, we advice you to
follow these instructions:

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Whenever possible, wash the maximum load
for the selected programme, without
overloading the drum.

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Use a programme with prewash only for
heavy soiled items.

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Measure out detergent according to the water
hardness, degree of soiling and quantity of
laundry being washed.

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Select “Quick wash” for lightly soiled laundry.

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Washing machine scrapping

When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off
the power supply cable and make the door
closing device inoperative to avoid it becoming a
death trap for a child.

For correct disposal of the machine, contact
your local authority department which provides
for collection of urban solid refuse.

The symbols you will see on some paragraphs of this booklet have the following meaning:

Important information concerning the
safety in the use of your machine.
Disregarding this information might
lead to damages.

Information for correct use of your
machine and to obtain the best
performance.

Important information concerning
environment protection.

Our contribution to the protection of the
environment: we use recycled paper.

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CONTENTS

Important information . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Description of the appliance . . . . . .5

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Detergent dispenser drawer

and programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . .5

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

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Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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Water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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Water drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

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Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

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Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

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Washing hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Sorting the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Temperatures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Before loading the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Maximum loads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Laundry weights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Removing stains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Detergents and additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11

Quantity of detergent to be used . . . . . . . . 11

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Washing programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12-13

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Operating sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14-15

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International wash code symbols . . . . . . . .16

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

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Bodywork . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

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Detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . .17

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Water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17

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Drain filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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Emergency emptying out . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

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The dangers of freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Something not working . . . . . . . .19-20

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION

It is important that this instruction book be kept with the appliance for future reference. If you sell or
give the appliance away, make sure that the book is passed to the new owners so that they can
familiarise themselves with its operation and relevant warnings.

The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully
before installing or using the appliance.

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Installation

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When unpacking the appliance, check that it
is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and
contact the Service Centre.

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All internal packing must be removed before
using the appliance. Serious damage may be
caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if
the protective transit devices are not
removed or are not completely removed.
Refer to the relevant paragraph in the
instruction book.

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Any electrical work required to install this
appliance must be carried out by a qualified
electrician.

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Any plumbing work required to install this
appliance must be carried out by a qualified
plumber.

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After having installed the machine, check
that it is not standing on its electrical supply
cable.

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If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor,
ensure that air can circulate freely between
the adjustable feet and the floor.

Use

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This appliance is designed for domestic use.
It must not be used for purposes other than
those for which it was designed.

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Do not overload the appliance. Follow the
instructions in the instruction book.

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Only wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. Follow the instructions on
each garment label.

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Make sure that all pockets are empty.
Objects such as coins, safety pins, pins and
screws can cause extensive damage.

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Do not machine wash garments saturated
with petroleum, methylated spirits,
trichlorethylene, etc. If such fluids have been
used to remove stains prior to washing, wait
until they have completely evaporated from
the fabric before placing garments in the
appliance.

Place small items such as socks, belts, etc.
in a cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them
getting trapped between the drum and the
tub.

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Use only the recommended quantities of
fabric softener. An excessive amount could
damage the laundry.

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Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when
the appliance is not in use. This preserves
the door seal and prevents the formation of
musty smells.

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Always check that water has emptied out
before opening the door. If not, drain the
water following the instructions in the
instruction book.

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Always unplug the appliance and shut the
water tap after use.

Service/repair

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In the event of a fault, do not attempt to
repair the appliance yourself. Repairs carried
out by inexperienced persons may cause
damage.

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If repairs are needed, contact an authorised
service centre and ask for genuine spare parts.

Safety

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This appliance is designed to be used by
adults. Children must not be allowed to touch
the controls or play with the product.

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During high temperature wash cycles the glass
door becomes very hot. Do not touch it.

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Pets sometimes climb into washing
machines. Check the drum before each use.

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE

P1008S

SYNTHETICS

COTTON

40

50

60

70

95

E

COLD

80

30

NO
SPIN

HALF
LOAD

2

4

6

5

RINSES

SOFTENERS

LONG SPIN

PREWASH

PREWASH

DRAIN

SHORT SPIN

SOFTENERS

1

RINSES

E

DELICATES

RINSES

3

WOOL

15

8

9

10

23

4

6 7

ON
OFF

Classic

1 Detergent dispenser drawer
2 Programme chart
3 ON/OFF button
4 Operating pilot light
5 Option buttons
6 Temperature selector dial
7 Programme selector dial
8 Door handle
9 Drain filter

10 Adjustable feet

Detergent dispenser drawer and
programme chart

Symbols

There is a programme guide in English on the
handle of the detergent dispenser drawer.

DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm

POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY 220-230V/60 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2250 W
MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10 A

WATER PRESSURE Minimum 5 N/cm

Prewash

Main wash

Fabric softener

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Width 60 cm
Depth 54 cm

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Maximum 80 N/cm

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MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 5 kg

Synthetics, delicate fabrics 2 kg
Woollens 1 kg

SPIN SPEED 500 rpm

This appliance complies with the following EEC Directives:
73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 relating to low voltage
89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 relating to electromagnetic compatibility

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INSTALLATION

P0255

P1065

A

B

P1067

B

B

B

2

1

P1066

P0256

P0020

Unpacking

All transit bolts and packing must be
removed before using the appliance.

You are advised to keep all transit devices so
that they can be refitted if the machine ever has
to be transported again.

1. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the
rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on
its back, taking care not to squash the hoses.
This can be avoided by placing one of the
corner packing pieces between the machine
and the floor.

2. Remove the polystyrene blocks from the
underside of the machine and release the two
plastic bags.

3. Carefully remove the right-hand bag (1) then
the left-hand bag (2) by pulling them towards
the centre of the machine.

4. Unscrew and remove the feet.

5. Fit the grid (A) on the bottom of the machine
using the four screws (B) you will find in the
bag containing the instruction booklet.
Re-fit the feet.

6. Set the machine upright and remove the two
remaining bolts from the back.

7. Pull out the three plastic spacers from the
holes into which the bolts were fitted.

8. Plug the open holes with the plugs which you
will find in the bag containing the instruction
booklet.

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