Smeg KTL6 User Manual

CONTENTS

BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
CLEANING THE FILTER/

DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE

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1.Remove the packaging and check

a.

Cut and remove the shrink-wrap.

b.

Remove the top protection and the protective
corners.

c. Remove the bottom protection by tilting

and turning the washing machine on one
rear bottom corner. Make sure that the
black plastic part of the bottom protection
(if available on the model) remains in the
packing and not in the machine bottom.

This is important, as otherwise the plastic part could
damage the washing machine during operation.

d.

Open the lid by pressing it slightly down while
raising the handle. Remove the polystyrene
cushion (depending on model).

e.

Remove the blue protective film from the panel
(depending on model).

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After unpacking, make sure that the washing
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the
washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or
your local retailer.

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Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children;
they are potentially dangerous.

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If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to
delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few
hours before operating.

2.Remove the transport bracket

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The washing machine is fitted with transport
screws and a transport bracket to prevent
damage during transport.

washing machine you must remove the
transport bracket

of transport bracket”).

Before using the

(see “Installation”/“Removal

3.Install the washing machine

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Place the washing machine on a flat and stable
floor surface.

• Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine
is stable and level (see “Installation”/
“Adjust the feet”).

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In case of wooden or so-called “floating floors”
(for instance certain parquet or laminate floors),
place the appliance on a 40 x 60 cm sheet of
plywood at least 3 cm in thickness which is
secured to the floor.

4.Water supply

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Connect the water supply inlet hose in
accordance with the regulations of your local
water company (see “Installation”/“Connect the
water inlet hose”).

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Water supply: Cold water only

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Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection

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Pressure: 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).

Only use new hoses for connecting the washing
machine to the water supply. Used hoses must
not be used anymore and should be discarded.

5.Drain hose

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Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
over the edge of a sink with the “U” bend (see
“Installation”/“Connect the water drain hose”).

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If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
drainage system, ensure the latter is equipped
with a vent to avoid simultaneous loading and
draining of water (siphoning effect).

6.Electrical connection

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Electrical connections must be carried out by a
qualified technician in compliance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and the current
standard safety regulations.

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The technical data (voltage, power and fuses) are
given on the rating plate on the rear of the
washing machine.

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The washing machine must be connected exclusively
by means of a socket with an earth connection in
accordance with current regulations. The washing
machine must be earthed by law. The manufacturer
declines all liability for injury to persons or animals or
damage to property deriving directly or indirectly
from failure to observe the directions.

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Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.

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Before any maintenance on the washing machine
disconnect it from the mains supply.

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Access to the mains plug or to disconnection from
the mains supply via a double-pole switch must be
ensured at all times following the installation.

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Do not operate the washing machine if it has
been damaged during transport. Inform the
After-Sales Service.

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Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
by After-Sales Service.

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The washing machine must be connected to an
effective earthing installation, in compliance with
the regulations in force. In particular, washing
machines installed in premises containing a shower
or a bath must be protected by a differential
residual current device of at least 30 mA. Earthing
the washing machine is obligatory under the law.
The manufacturer declines all liability for injury to
persons or animals or damage to property deriving
either directly or indirectly from failure to observe
the directions above.

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The washing machine may only be used in the
household for the prescribed uses.

Dimensions:

Width: 400 mm
Height: 900 mm
Depth: 600 mm

GB 2

PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS

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1.Packing

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The packaging materials are 100% recyclable and
bear the recycling symbol . Adhere to local
regulations when disposing of packaging material.

If necessary, the power cable may be replaced
with an identical one obtained from our After­Sales Service. The power cable must only be
replaced by a qualified technician.

2.Disposing of packaging and old washing
machines

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This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product, or on the
documents accompanying the product, indicates
that this appliance may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment,
recovery and recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.

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The washing machine is built from reusable
materials. It must be disposed of in compliance
with current local waste disposal regulations.

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Before scrapping, cut off the power cable so that the
washing machine cannot be connected to the mains.

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Remove detergent from compartment if you
intend scrapping your washing machine.

4.Energy saving tips

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Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent
and time by using the recommended maximum
load size.

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Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated
in the manufacturer’s instructions.

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The Eco Ball - a special system in the outlet - will
prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid
detergent loss into the environment.

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Use “Prewash” for heavily soiled laundry only!
Save detergent, time, water and energy
consumption by not selecting “Prewash” for
slightly to normally soiled laundry.

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Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried
in stains in water before washing to reduce the
necessity of a hot wash program.

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Save energy by using a 60° C instead of a 95° C
wash programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C
wash programme.

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Save energy and time by selecting a high spin
speed to reduce the water content in laundry
before using a tumble dryer (for machines with
adjustable spin speed).

5.General recommendations

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Do not leave the washing machine connected
when not in use. Turn off the tap.

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Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance
switch off the washing machine and disconnect it
from the mains supply.

3.Safety instructions

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The washing machine is appropriate for indoor
use only.

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Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance.

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Do not place electrical appliances on the
worktop of your washing machine.

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Children must not be allowed to play with or in
the washing machine

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Do not attempt to force the lid open.

6.EC Declaration of Conformity

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This washing machine has been designed,
constructed and distributed in compliance with
the safety requirements of EC Directives:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive

89/336/EEC EMC Directive
93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive

GB 3

DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE

1.

Lid

2.

Detergent dispenser

3.

Drum

4.

Pump access behind filter

5.

After-Sales Service sticker (behind the
filter cover)

6.

Mobility lever (depending on model)

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To move the washing machine: pull
the handle out a little bit by hand and
pull it out to the stop with the foot.

7.

Adjustable feet

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2

3

4

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BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE

To remove any residual water used in testing by the manufacturer, we recommend that you carry out a
short wash cycle without laundry.

1.

Open the tap.

2.

Close the drum flaps.

3.

Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the main wash chamber of the detergent
dispenser.

4.

Close the lid.

5.

Select and start a short programme (see separate programme chart).

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GB 4

PREPARATION OF THE WASHING

Sort the laundry

1.Sort the laundry according to…

• Type of fabric / care label symbol

Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics,
wool, handwash items.

• Colour

Separate whites and coloureds.
Wash new coloured items separately.

•Size

Wash items of different sizes in the same load to
improve washing efficiency and distribution in the
drum.

• Fabric delicacy

Wash delicate articles separately: use a special
programme for Pure New Wool , curtains
and other delicates. Always remove curtain glides
or wash curtains with the glides inside a cotton
bag. Use the special programme for handwash
fabrics. Wash stockings, belts and other small
items or articles with hooks (e.g. bras) in special
cotton bags for washing machines or in zipped
pillow cases.

2.Empty pockets

Coins, safety pins and similar items can damage
your laundry as well as the washing machine’s
drum and tub.

3.Fasteners

Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose
belts or ribbons should be tied together.

Stain removal

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Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances are
generally removed by the enzyme phase of the
programme.

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To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit
stains etc. add a stain remover to the main wash
chamber of the detergent dispenser.

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Particularly stubborn stains should be treated
before the wash.

Dyeing and bleaching

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Only use dyes and bleaches that are suitable for
washing machines.

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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

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Plastic and rubber parts of the machine may be
stained by dyes or bleaches.

GB 5

Loading the laundry

1.

Open the machine lid by pulling it upwards.

2.

Open the drum by pressing the push button (pictures
“1a” or “1b” - depending on model).

3.

Place the items of laundry into the drum one by one.
Do not exceed the maximum load of the programmes
indicated in the separate programme chart.

Notes:

- Overloading the machine will result in unsatisfactory
washing results and creased laundry.

- Take care that the laundry does not overhang the
drum; if this is the case, push the laundry down into
the drum so that there is enough free space to close
the drum flaps properly.

- Do not use the flaps to push the laundry into the
drum.

4.

To close the drum, hold both doors in the middle again
(picture “2”).

ATTENTION:

properly locked - depending on the model:

- the metal hook must be completely hooked into the
rear door flap - see picture “2a”, or

- all metal hooks must be properly hooked inside the
rear door flap, and the button must overlap the edge
of the rear door flap - see picture “2b”.

- check that no laundry gets stuck between the flaps,
or between flaps and drum.

make sure that the drum flaps are

1a

1b

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GB 6

2a

DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES

Choice of the right detergents and
additives

The type of detergent depends on:

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type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics,
delicate items, wool).

Note:

use only specific detergents for wool.

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colour;

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washing temperature;

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degree and type of soiling.

Notes:

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Do not use liquid detergents when activating the
“Start Delay” function (if available on your
machine).

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Do not use liquid detergent for the main wash
when activating the “Prewash” option or
selecting a programme with “Prewash”
(depending on the model).

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Whitish residues on dark fabrics are caused by
insoluble detergents components used in
modern phosphate-free powder detergents. If
you notice this problem, shake or brush the
affected items or use liquid detergents.

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Keep detergents and additives in a safe, dry place
out of the reach of children.

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Use only detergents and additives specifically
produced for domestic washing machines.

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If you use descaling agents, dyes or bleaches,
make sure that they are suitable for washing
machine use.

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Descaler could contain components that can
damage parts of your washing machine.

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Do not use solvents (turpentine, benzine, etc.).

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Do not machine wash fabrics that have been
treated with solvents or flammable liquids.

Dosage

Follow the instructions on the detergent pack in
relation to:

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the degree and type of soiling;

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the size of the load;

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full load: follow the detergent manufacturer’s
instructions;

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half load: 3/4 the amount used for a full load;

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minimum load (about 1 kg): half the amount
used for a full load;

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water hardness in your area (ask for information
from your water company): soft water requires
less detergent than hard water.

Notes:

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Too much detergent can result in excess foam
formation, and the reduction of was hing efficiency.If
the washing machine detects excessive foam it
may prevent spinning.

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Insufficient detergent may result in:
grey laundry, deposits on the drum, tub and
heater.

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When using concentrated fabric softeners, add
water in the detergents dispenser up to “MAX”
level mark.

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To prevent dispensing problems when using
highly concentrated powder and liquid
detergents, use the special detergent ball or bag
supplied with the detergent and place it inside
the drum.

GB 7