Operating instructions for Washing machine W 1714
To avoid the risk of accidents or damage to the machine it is essential to read these instructions before it is installed and used for the first time.
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M.-Nr. 06 732 310
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 and 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. The plug must be rendered useless and the cable cut off directly behind it to prevent misuse. See the "Warning and Safety" section of this booklet for further details.
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Contents
Caring for our environment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Disposal of the packing material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Disposal of your old appliance or machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Warning and Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Operating the washing machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Washing environmentally and economically. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Energy and water consumption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
How to wash correctly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Final spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Rinse and interim spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 To omit the final spin (Rinse hold/e) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 To omit rinse and interim spin and the final spin (No u) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Programme chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Garment care label symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Changing the programme sequence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Cancelling a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Interrupting a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Changing a programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Adding or removing laundry after a programme has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Safety lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 The correct detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Water softeners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Washing with several components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Fabric conditioners and liquid starch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Automatic dispensing of fabric conditioner or liquid starch to laundry
at the end of a programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Colour run and dye removers / dyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 External casing and fascia panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 E-Cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Extra cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Cleaning the siphon and conditioner channel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Cleaning the water inlet filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 To clean the filter in the union in the open end of the inlet hose: . . . . . . . . . . . 32 To clean the filter in the water inlet valve: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Problem solving guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 The programme does not start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Fault messages in the display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 General problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 An unsatisfactory wash result . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 The drum door does not open when you press the Door button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Opening the drum door in the event of a blocked drain outlet and/or
power failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Blocked drain outlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
After sales service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Repairs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Future updates (PC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Appliance guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Optional accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Installation and connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Front view. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
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Installation surface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Transporting the machine to its installation site . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Removing the transit fittings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Re-fitting the transit bars . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Levelling the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Screwing out and adjusting the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Building under a worktop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Washer-dryer stack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 The Miele water protection system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Connection to the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Connection to the drainage system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Electrical connection U.K. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Consumption data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Note for test institutes: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Programmable functions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 To access programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 To select a programmable function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 To alter a programmable function. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 To come out of programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Language F. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Water plus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Gentle action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Suds cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56 Code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
To use the washing machine when the code is activated . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Temperature unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Buzzer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Keypad tone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Standby display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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Warning and Safety instructions
To avoid the risk of accidents and damage to the machine please read these instructions carefully before using it for the first time. They contain important information on its 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 of the machine.
Correct usage
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 is not liable for damage resulting from improper use or operation.
Technical safety
Before setting up the machine, check it for any externally visible
damage.
Do not install or use a damaged machine.
Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data on
the data plate match the mains electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
The electrical safety of this machine can only be guaranteed
when continuity is complete between the machine and an effective earthing system which complies with 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 machine to the mains electricity supply by an
extension lead. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the machine (e.g. danger of overheating).
The machine is built in accordance with current safety requirements.
Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept liability. Repairs should only be undertaken by a Miele approved technician.
Ensure current is not supplied to the machine until after maintenance or repair work has been carried out.
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Warning and Safety instructions
The 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).
This machine must only be connected to the on-site water
supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses must not be re-used.
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.
If the connection cable is faulty it must only be replaced by a Miele approved service technician to protect
the user from danger.
Use
This equipment may only be used in mobile installations such as
ships, caravans, aircraft etc. if a risk assessment of the installation has been carried out by a suitably qualified engineer.
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 machine for the first time, check that the transit
fittings at the rear of the machine have been removed (see section on "Installation"). During spinning, a transit fitting which is still in place may result in damage to both the machine and adjacent furniture or appliances.
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 guarantee.
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Warning and Safety instructions
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. If in doubt contact the Miele Customer Service Dept. or your Miele Dealer.
Textiles which have been pre-treated in solvent based
cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.
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.
Always make sure the drum is stationary before reaching into it to
remove laundry. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous.
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Warning and Safety instructions
Safety with children
This machine is not a toy! To avoid the risk of injury do not allow
children to play on or near it or to play with the controls. Supervise its use by the elderly or infirm, and supervise children whilst you are operating the machine.
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.
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.
Disposal of your old machine
Before discarding an old machine, switch it off at the wall socket and unplug it. Render the plug useless. Cut
off the cable directly behind the machine to prevent misuse. This should be done by a competent person.
The manufacturer 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
aDisplay
See the following page for more information.
b Temperature button
For selecting a temperature.
c Spin speed button
For selecting the final spin speed or Rinse hold/e or deselecting the spin No u.
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 Start/Stop button
For starting the programme selected and cancelling a programme once it has started.
f Extra option buttons
Various Extra options can be added to the washing programmes.
g Programme selector
For selecting a programme. The indicator light next to the selected programme will come on. The programme selector can be turned clockwise or anti-clockwise.
h Door button
Opens the machine door.
i I-On/0-Off button
For switching the machine on or off.
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Operating the washing machine
The following are selected via the display:
–wash temperature
–spin speed
–programmable functions
–cancellation of a programme
–safety lock
The display also shows:
–the programme duration
–the programme sequence
Programme duration
After the start of a programme, the estimated programme duration will appear in the display in hours and minutes.
During the first 8 minutes the washing machine measures how much water is being absorbed by the laundry and uses this to calculate the load. The programme duration may be longer or shorter depending on this absorbency rate.
Programmable functions
The programmable functions can be used to tailor washing programmes to suit your individual requirements. In programming mode, the display will show the function selected.
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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.
For safety reasons, spinning is not possible until the machine has been prepared for using for the first time. To activate the spinning function you must run a wash programme without laundry and without detergent.
Using detergent could result in an excessive build-up of foam.
This also activates the ball valve. The ball valve prevents detergent escaping from the suds container into the sump during a wash programme, thus making maximum use of the detergent.
^ 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.
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 programmable functions.
Fdeutsch
^If the language shown is not the one you want, select the language you do want by turning the programme selector. Confirm your selection by pressing the Start/Stop button.
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 Start/Stop button.
Running your first programme
Your machine is now ready for the first programme to be run.
The Cottons programme indicator light will come on.
^Open the stopcock.
^Press the Start/Stop button.
^At the end of the programme switch the machine off.
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.
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 with smaller loads (approx. 1/3 less than the amount recommended can be used when washing a half load).
Choosing the correct extra option (Short and 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.
–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
C Load the drum
^Press the Door button to open the drum door.
^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. |
D Select a programme
^Turn the programme selector clockwise or anti-clockwise to the required programme. The programme indicator light for the programme selected will come on.
E Select a temperature / spin speed
The suggested temperature and/or spin speed can be changed.
1:49 |
60° |
1400 |
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^Press the Temperature button to alter the temperature and press the Spin speed button to alter the spin speed.
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How to wash correctly
F Select an extra option(s)
^Select any extra options by pressing the appropriate button. The relevant indicator light will come on to show which extra option has been selected.
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.
Short
For light to normal 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.
However, you can select other settings for Water plus. These are described in "Programmable functions".
Pre-wash
For laundry with large amounts of dirt e.g. dust, sand.
Buzzer
An audible tone sounds repeatedly at the end of a programme and when Rinse hold is reached. The buzzer will sound repeatedly until the machine is switched off. The volume of the buzzer can be changed, see "Programmable functions".
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G Add detergent
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.
–Higher water consumption (an additional rinse cycle will automatically switch in).
–A burden to the environment.
^Pull out the detergent drawer and place detergent in the compartments as follows:
i
Detergent for Pre-wash (if selecting Pre-wash, add 1/3 of the total amount recommended).
j
Detergent for the main wash
§
Fabric conditioner or liquid starch
^ Close the detergent drawer.
See "Detergent" for further information.
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H Start the programme
^ Press the flashing Start/Stop button.
The estimated programme duration will appear in the display once the programme has started. 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 washing machine shows you when each section of the programme is reached.
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:
0:00 Anti-crease
and
0:00 Finish
^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.
^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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