Operating instructions for Washing machine W 3923 WPS
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Caring for our environment
Disposal of the packing material
The transport and protective packing has been selected from materials which are environmentally friendly for disposal and can normally be recycled.
Ensure that any plastic wrappings, bags etc. are disposed of safely and kept out of the reach of babies and young children. Danger of suffocation!
Rather than just throwing these materials away, please ensure they are offered for recycling.
Disposal of your old appliance or machine
Electrical and electronic appliances / machines often contain materials which, if handled or disposed of incorrectly, could be potentially hazardous to human health and to the environment. They are, however, essential for the correct functioning of your appliance or machine. Please do not therefore dispose of your old machine or appliance with your household waste.
Please dispose of it at your local community waste collection / recycling centre or contact your Dealer for advice. Ensure that it presents no danger to children while being stored for disposal.
It should be unplugged or disconnected from the mains electricity supply by a competent person.
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Contents
Caring for our environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating the washing machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Before using for the first time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Washing environmentally and economically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
How to wash correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Extra options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Short. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Pre-wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Further extras. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Rinse hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Extra rinse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Rinse and interim spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 To omit the final spin (Rinse hold) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No spin) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Delay start. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Cancelling a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Changing a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
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Contents
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
The correct detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Water softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Washing with several components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Fabric conditioners and liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry
at the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Adding fabric conditioner or starch separately . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Colour run and dye removers/dyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
External casing and fascia panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Extra cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Descaling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Cleaning the filter in the water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Problem solving guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
The programme does not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Fault messages in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Problems with the load size indicator or calibrating to zero . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 An unsatisfactory wash result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 The door will not open . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or power failure . 47
Blocked drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Installation surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Installing the washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Removing the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Re-fitting the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Screwing out and adjusting the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Building under a continuous worktop/in a kitchen run . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Washer and Dryer stack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 The Miele Waterproof system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Connection to the drainage system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Notes for test institutes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
Settings menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
To open the Settings menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Language F. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Time (of day) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Longer pre-wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Suds cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 Lock code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Keypad tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68 Standby display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Anti-crease. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
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Warning and Safety instructions
This washing machine conforms to current safety requirements. Inappropriate use can, however, lead to personal injury and damage to property.
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the washing machine, please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its installation, safety, use and maintenance.
Keep these instructions in a safe place and ensure that new users are familiar with the content. Pass them on to any future owner.
Correct application
~ Only use the washing machine to wash items which are specified by the manufacturer to be machine-washable on the wash-care label, and textiles composed of hand-washable wool or wool blend fabrics as well as satin, lace, silk and other hand-washable garments. Any other applications may be dangerous. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage resulting from incorrect or improper use or operation.
~ This washing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they are supervised whilst using it or have been given instruction concerning its use by a person responsible for their safety.
Safety with children
~Keep children away from the washing machine at all times. It is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not allow children to play on or near it or to play with its controls. Supervise children whilst you are using it.
~Older children may only use the washing machine if its operation has been clearly explained to them and they are able to use it safely, recognising the dangers of misuse.
~For machines with a 'porthole' door, remember that the porthole glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures.
Do not let children touch it.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Technical safety
~Before setting up the washing machine, check it for any externally visible damage.
Do not install or use a damaged washing machine.
~Before connecting the washing machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (voltage and connected load) match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
~The electrical safety of this washing machine can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between it and an effective earthing system which complies with current local and national safety regulations. It is most important that this basic safety requirement is present and regularly tested, and where there is any doubt the household wiring system should be inspected by a qualified electrician. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system (e.g. electric shock).
~Do not connect the washing machine to the mains electricity supply by an extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance (e.g. danger of overheating).
~Faulty components must only be replaced by genuine Miele original spare parts. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed.
~Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which Miele cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved service technician. Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out.
~If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect the user from danger.
~In the event of a fault or for cleaning purposes, the washing machine is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when:
– it is switched off at the wall socket and the plug is withdrawn, or
– it is switched off at the mains, or
– the mains fuse is withdrawn, or the screw-out fuse is removed (in countries where this is applicable).
~The Miele "Water protection system" protects from water damage provided the following conditions have been met:
– the machine is correctly plumbed in and connected to the electricity supply.
– if a fault has been identified, the machine must be examined by a competent person before further use, and repaired if necessary.
~In countries where there are areas which may be subject to infestation by cockroaches or other vermin, pay particular attention to keeping the machine and its surroundings in a clean condition at all times. Any damage which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin will not be covered by the machine guarantee.
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Warning and Safety instructions
~ This washing machine may only be used in mobile installations such as ships if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.
Correct use
~Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst or split. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point.
~Before using the washing machine for the first time, check that the transit bars at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on "Installation"). During spinning, a transit bar which is still in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent furniture or appliances.
~Turn off the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time (e.g. holiday), especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.
~Flooding danger.
If hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water can drain off quickly enough to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make sure the drain hose is secure, so that the force of the water flowing out of the hose does not dislodge it.
~Take care to ensure that foreign objects (e.g. nails, pins, coins, paper clips) do not find their way into the machine with the laundry. These may damage components of the machine (e.g. suds container, drum), which in turn can result in damage to the laundry.
~If the correct amount of detergent is dispensed, the machine should not need to be descaled. If, however, you do wish to descale the machine only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents and strictly observe the instructions on the packaging. A special descaling agent is available to order from the Miele Spare Parts Department or via the internet on www.miele-shop.com.
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Warning and Safety instructions
~ Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.
~ Only remove laundry from the washing machine once the drum has stopped turning. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous and could result in injury.
~Never use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing benzene, in this machine, as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxic fumes. Such agents also pose a fire and explosion hazard.
~Never use solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. those containing benzene, to clean the outside surfaces of this machine. They can cause damage to plastic surfaces.
~Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as being suitable for use in a domestic washing machine. Always observe the manufacturer's instructions carefully.
~Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds which can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use these products in this machine.
~If liquid detergent comes into contact with the eyes, rinse them thoroughly with lukewarm water immediately. If swallowed, seek medical assistance immediately and retain the packaging or label for reference. Those with skin problems or sensitive skin should avoid their skin coming into contact with liquid detergent.
Accessories
~ Accessory parts may only be fitted when expressly approved by Miele. If other parts are used, guarantee, performance and product liability claims will be invalidated.
Miele cannot be held liable for damage caused by non-compliance with these Warning and Safety instructions.
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Operating the washing machine
Control panel
a Start/Stop button
For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started.
b Display with Menu buttons
See the next pages for more information.
c + button
For selecting delay start.
d PC / Optical interface
This is used by service technicians to run diagnostic checks on your machine and can also be used to update programming data in the future.
e Load/Detergent button
For calling up the load size or the recommended amount of detergent, and for calibrating the load size sensor to zero.
f Extra options buttons
Various extra options can be added to the washing programmes.
g Programme selector
For selecting the wash programme and temperature for that programme. The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.
h I-On/0-Off button
For switching the machine on or off.
i Door button
Opens the machine door.
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Operating the washing machine
Display
The display is used for the following:
Selecting and displaying settings
–Temperature
–Spin speed
–Soak duration
–Delay start
–Cancelling a programme
–Safety lock
–Estimated programme duration
Selecting programmes via the display
With the programme selector at the
Further programmes position, you can select one of the following programmes:
–Dark garments
–Curtains
–Pillows
–Sportswear
–Outerwear
–Proofing
–Separate rinse
Selecting extra options via the display
By pressing the Further extras button, you can select (depending on the programme) the following extra options:
–Soak
–Rinse hold
–Extra rinse
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Operating the washing machine
Menu buttons
Various settings are made via the Menu buttons.
They are used to alter or confirm the value displayed above the vertical line.
To alter a setting:
Cottons
Duration: |
1:49 h |
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60°C |
1600 rpm |
Pressing the left hand Menu button under 60°C alters the temperature and pressing the right hand Menu button under 1600 rpm alters the spin speed.
To confirm a setting:
Further programmes
Dark garments
Continue |
OK |
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Pressing the left hand Menu button under Continue calls up further programmes, and you can then confirm your selection of the highlighted programme by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK.
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Before using for the first time
Before using the machine for the first time ensure that it is correctly installed and connected. See "Installation and connection". Also check that the drain filter is securely tightened to prevent the risk of water leaks during use.
This washing machine has undergone a thorough functional test in the factory and there will be some residual water in the drum from this process.
The washing machine has a sensor which measures the amount of laundry in the drum. This determines the amount of detergent required. To allow the load size indicator to function correctly, you must first run a wash programme without any laundry and without detergent.
^Open the stopcock.
^Press the I-On/0-Off button in.
If the washing machine is being switched on for the first time, the welcome screen will appear.
The welcome screen will appear in the display every time the machine is switched on until a programme lasting longer than 1 hour has been completed.
The display for setting the language will then appear.
Setting the language
You will be asked to select the language you require for the display. It is possible to change the language at any time via the Settings menu.
Sprache
deutsch
. OK
^If the language shown is not the one you want, select the language you do want by pressing the left hand Menu button under .. Confirm your selection by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK.
Setting the time of day
The display for setting the time will then appear.
12:00
Change |
OK |
^Select the hours you want by pressing the left hand Menu button under Change, and confirm this with the right hand Menu button under
OK.
^Then set and confirm the minutes.
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Before using for the first time
Reminder to remove transport struts
To avoid the risk of damage, the transport struts must be removed before the machine is used for the first time. See "Installation and connection" for instructions on how to do this.
^After removing the transport struts (if this has not already been done by your fitter) press the right hand Menu button under OK.
Running your first programme
Your machine is now ready for the first programme to be run.
15:00
Select programme
^Turn the programme selector to the Cottons position.
^Press the Start/Stop button.
^At the end of the programme switch the machine off.
Before you can use the washing machine, the load sensor has to be calibrated to zero as you would with bathroom scales.
Calibrating the load sensor to zero
^Switch on the washing machine.
^Open the drum door.
^Turn the programme selector to the Cottons position.
^Press and hold the Load/Detergent button pressed in until the following message appears in the display:
:Zero setting OK
^Switch off the washing machine. The machine is now ready for use.
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Washing environmentally and economically
Energy and water consumption
–Water consumption and energy usage are determined by the size of the load.
To make the most out of your machine, load the maximum dry load for the programme you are using.
–Use the Automatic and Express programmes for small loads.
–When smaller amounts of laundry are washed using the Cottons programme, the automatic load recognition system will reduce the amount of water, time and energy used. This may mean that the time left shown in the display is adjusted during the course of the wash programme.
–Using the Cottons 60°C programme instead of the Cottons 95°C programme will give energy savings of between 35% and 45%. This is sufficient for most levels of soiling. For stubborn or old stains, use the Soak extra option.
Detergent
–Do not exceed the amounts of detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging.
–Adjust the dosage to the degree of soiling of the laundry.
–Reduce the amount of detergent for smaller loads. Use the Load/ Detergent button.
Choosing the correct Extra option (Short, Soak, Pre-wash)
Select:
–A wash programme together with the Short extra option for light to normal soiling where there are no obvious marks.
–A wash programme without any extra options for normal to heavy soiling with visible staining.
–A wash programme together with the Soak extra option for heavily soiled laundry.
–The Pre-wash extra option for laundry with large amounts of dirt (e.g. dust, sand).
When drying with a tumble dryer
Selecting the highest possible spin speed for the wash programme will save energy when drying in a tumble dryer afterwards.
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How to wash correctly
Brief instructions
The headings numbered A, B, C, . . .
show the operating sequence and can be used as brief instructions.
A Sort the laundry
^ Empty all pockets.
,Foreign objects (e.g. nails, coins, paper clips, etc.) can cause damage to garments and components in the machine.
^Badly soiled areas, stains etc. should be cleaned as soon as possible, preferably whilst still fresh. Spillages should be carefully dabbed off using a soft colourfast cloth. Do not rub!
Badly soiled areas can be pre-treated with liquid detergent, stain removers etc. first, following the manufacturer's instructions. With particularly stubborn stains ask your dry cleaner for advice.
,If you use a solvent-based cleaning agent (e.g. one containing benzene) to pre-treat a stain, make sure that any plastic parts (e.g. buttons) are protected, and that the cleaning agent is rinsed off before washing the garment in the machine.
,Do not use solvent-based cleaning agents in this machine.
^Sort the laundry by colour and by care label. Most garments have a textile care label in the collar or side seam.
Dark textiles often contain excess dye and should be washed separately several times before being included in a mixed load. Always wash whites and coloureds separately.
–Curtains: Remove lead weights first or place in a laundry bag.
–Underwiring and collar stiffeners: Any loose wiring in bras, shirt collar stiffeners, etc. should be removed or sewn in.
–Knitted garments, trousers and jeans, T-shirts and sweat shirts: Turn inside out, if recommended by the manufacturer.
–Close any zips, fasten hooks and eyes etc before washing.
–Fasten duvet covers etc. to prevent small items from being rolled up inside them.
Do not wash any items in this machine which are specified by the manufacturer as not washable on the care label. (h symbol)
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B Switch on the washing machine
The interior drum lighting will come on.
The programme selector will light up and the display will ask you to select a programme.
C Select a programme
^Turn the programme selector to the required programme.
The programme selected will appear in the display.
D Select a temperature / spin speed
The suggested temperature and/or spin speed can be changed if required.
Cottons
Duration: |
1:49 h |
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60°C |
1600 rpm |
^By pressing the left hand Menu button under 60°C you can alter the temperature, and by pressing the right hand Menu button under 1600 rpm you can alter the spin speed.
When you turn the programme selector to Further programmes, these will appear in the display.
Further programmes
Dark garments
Continue |
OK |
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^Pressing the left hand Menu button under Continue calls up the further programmes, and you can then confirm your selection of the highlighted programme by pressing the right hand Menu button under
OK.
Dark garments
Duration: |
1:15 h |
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40°C |
1200 rpm |
^The suggested temperature and/or spin speed can now be changed if required.
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^Select any extra options by pressing the appropriate button. The relevant indicator light will come on to show which extra option has been selected.
^Press the Further extras button to select the following extra options (depending on the programme selected): Soak, Rinse hold and Extra rinse.
Not all the extra options are suitable for use with every programme.
You can only select extra options which are compatible with the basic programme being used.
E Load the drum
^Press the Door button to open the drum door.
The load size indicator display will appear.
Load |
<25% |
B Continue
The display shows the amount of laundry loaded in the drum as a % (in 25% steps) of the maximum load permissible for the programme selected.
^Unfold the laundry and load loosely in the drum. Mixing both large and small items gives better wash results and also helps distribute the load evenly during spinning.
The most efficient use of energy and water is achieved when a full load is washed. However, do not overload as this causes creases and reduces cleaning efficiency.
Make sure that no garments are caught between the drum door and seal.
^ Shut the door with a gentle swing. |
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F Add detergent
When the door is closed, the load size indicator will be replaced with the detergent percentage display.
Detergent |
75% |
A Back A
The percentage shown relates to the amount of detergent recommended by the manufacturer on the packaging.
40% = Add slightly less than half the amount recommended
50% = Add half the amount recommended
60% = Add slightly more than half the amount recommended
75% = Add three quarters of
the amount recommended
100% = the full amount of detergent recommended
You also need to take the level of soiling and water hardness into account.
It is important to dispense the correct amount because . . .
. . . too little detergent results in:
–Laundry not getting properly clean and with time it may become grey and hard to the touch.
–Greasy particles clinging to the laundry.
–Limescale deposits on the heater elements.
. . . too much detergent results in:
–Excessive foam which causes a low level of agitation and poor wash, rinse and spin results.
–High water consumption (an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in).
–A burden to the environment.
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^Pull out the detergent drawer and add detergent to the compartments as follows:
i
Detergent for the pre-wash (divide the total recommended amount as follows: add 1/3 to compartment i and 2/3 to compartment j)
j
Detergent for the main wash, including Soak if selected
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Fabric conditioner or liquid starch
^ Close the detergent drawer.
See "Detergent" for further information.
G Select Delay start (if required)
^Press the + button to set the time you wish to programme to end at.
See "Delay start" for more information.
H Start the programme
^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button.
If a delay start time has been set, then this will count down in the display. At the end of the delay start time or immediately after the programme has started (if no delay start time has been selected) the estimated programme duration will appear in the display. During the first 8 minutes the machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry. The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate.
The programme sequence is also shown in the display. The machine lets you know which section of the programme has been reached.
The drum lighting switches off once the programme has started.
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I Remove the laundry when the programme has finished
In the anti-crease phase after the programme has finished, the following will appear alternately in the display:
Cottons
Anti-crease
60°C |
1600 rpm |
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:Programme finished Unload the drum before switching off
^Press the Door button to open the drum door.
^Remove the laundry.
Check that all items have been removed from the drum. Items left in the drum could discolour other items in the next wash or become discoloured themselves.
^Check the folds in the door seal for any small articles, e.g. buttons, which might be lodged there.
Important
Always remove the laundry before switching the machine off. This is important to ensure that the load size indicator works correctly.
^Turn the programme selector to Stop.
^Switch the machine off with the I-On/ 0-Off button.
^Close the drum door. Otherwise there is the danger of objects being placed inadvertently in the drum. If these remained unnoticed and were washed in the next load, they could damage the laundry.
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Extra options
Short
For light to nomal soiling with no visible staining.
The duration of the main wash is reduced.
Water plus
The water level in the main wash and the rinses will be increased if the Water plus option is selected.
Pre-wash
For laundry with large amounts of dirt e.g. dust, sand.
Further extras
Soak
For heavily soiled and stained items with protein stains (e.g. blood, fats and oils, cocoa).
A length of time of between 30 minutes and 6 hours can be chosen in 30 minute increments for the soak process.
– To select the soak duration
^ Press the Further extras button.
Further extras
8 Soak
Continue |
OK |
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^Select Soak by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK.
You can now use the display to select the soak time you require.
Soak duration
Duration: 0:30 h
Increase |
OK |
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^Each time the left hand Menu button under Increase is pressed, the soak duration is increased by 30 minutes. Confirm the duration required by pressing the right hand Menu button under OK.
Further extras
9 Soak
Continue |
OK |
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^Press the left hand Menu button under Continue until Back appears in the display and confirm this with the right hand Menu button under
OK.
– To delete the soak time
^Press the Further extras button, and then the right hand Menu button under OK to switch off Soak.
Rinse hold
See the next page.
Extra rinse
An additional rinse cycle is carried out to achieve a better rinse result.
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