Smeg SLB510.1, SLB510 User Manual

Instructions for Use

Washing Machine

Thank you for your trust and for buying this appliance. We hope it will
successfully serve its purpose for many years.

This washing machine was designed for home use.
It meets all the requirements of modern washing: it is economical, it
uses less water, less energy and washing agent.

Before use 4-5
Removing the transport brackets 6
Placing and installation 7-9
The door 10
Preparing the laundry 11-12
Washing agents and how much to

use 13-15
Washing 16-21
Cleaning and maintenance 22-23
Trouble-shooting guide 24-25

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Before Use

This instruction manual was prepared for the user of the washing
machine. Read the manual carefully and get to know your washing
machine so that you will know how to use it safely and correctly.

This instruction manual was prepared for various models of washing
machine, and they vary in function and design. Make sure to consider
only those switches and knobs your machine is equipped with.

• When you find your appliance is out of use and no longer needed, try
not to burden the environment with it. Call your nearest authorized
"collecting service for used appliances".

Tips for Energy Savings

Through correct use and considering our recommendations, you
can make substantial energy savings.

• For economical washing, always refer to the table of
programmes with recommended wash loads.

• Skip the pre-wash whenever possible (if laundry is lightly soiled).

• Laundry which was usually washed at 95°C may be w ashed at 60°C

when using either the TAED washing agent (bleaching agent activator)
or concentrated washing agents (any of the ...SUPER or ...ULTRA).

• Use an adequate washing agent, and always consider the
recommended amount, and pay attention to water hardness and
degree of soiling.

• In the course of time (depending on water hardness) lime deposits on
the heater and inside the appliance. This increases the consumption of
energy for heating water. Occasionally remove the lime deposit with a
special agent.

Important

Before putting the machine into use, don't forget to remove the
transport brackets. Switching on a blocked machine may damage
the machine. Our guarantee does not cover such damage.

• Before switching the machine on, check that the transport brackets has
been removed.

• Don't place the appliance in a room where the temperature may fall
bellow 0°C, causing individual parts of the machine to freeze and
become damaged (hose may crack).

• The appliance should stand firmly and horizontally on a solid base (a
machine standing on an uneven floor is very likely to vibrate during the
spinning cycle).

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• Always consider the instructions for correct placing and installation of
the machine to the mains and water supply. This will help you avoid
accidents and protect your machine against damage.

• The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using new hose-

sets and that old hose-sets should not be reused.

• The appliance my not be built-in under the kitchen worktop in a
row of cabinets, because the use of the appliance without the
top cover is not allowed for safety reasons. Likewise, the
removal of the rear panel and the bottom of the appliance are
also not allowed.

• The appliance should be positioned in such way to provide normal
ventilation.

• The end of the outlet hose should not be immersed in the discharge
water (the machine may pump the discharge water back).

• During the washing cycle, the door of the machine cannot be opened. It
can only be opened 2 minutes after washing is finished.

• The glass door gets very hot during washing, so take care of children.

• Use only washing powder and other agents specially designed for

machine washing.
We do not take any responsibility for damage caused by the improper
use of bleaching or colouring agents (coloured gasket and other
plastic parts).

• Lime dissolving agents contain acid, so only use those containing
rust-protection agents. Always consider the manufacturer's instructions.
When you have finished removing lime deposit, run a few rinse cycles
to make sure that the acid is thoroughly rinsed. Even traces of acid can
cause substantial damage to component parts.

• Never use washing agents containing solvents - individual component
parts may be damaged or toxic gases may be produced. There is also
a risk of ignition or explosion.

• When washing is finished, remember to close the tap.

• Your washing machine can only be transported with transport brackets.

It is usually enough to use only one of the rods, that is the upper one. It
is much easier to insert the rod if you remove the top cover. Before
doing anything, however, don't forget to disconnect the machine from
the power supply.

• Data plate with essential information on the appliance is fitted above
the opening for laundry insertion under the door frame.

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Removing the Transport Brackets

The washing assembly is blocked with two metal rods which protect
the machine during transport (fig.1).

• Undo the screws on the rear wall (fig. 2).

• Remove the squares, rotate them 180° and use them to pull out

the rods (fig. 3).

• Disengaged parts may remain at the bottom since they do not
obstruct the operation of the machine (4 rubber hoses and 4 paper
spools).

• Use the enclosed plastic caps to plug the holes (fig. 4).

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4

Save the brackets: you may need them later.

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Placing and Installation

If the floor is uneven, use the adjustable feet to level the machine.

• Undo the nuts. Rotate the feet to level the machine (fig. 5).

• Fix the nuts (fig. 5.1).

Maximum height of the washing machine is 850 mm.

IMPORTANT
The floor on which the machine stands should be dry, otherwise the
machine may slide during the spinning cycle.

Connection to the Water Supply

The elbow connection of the inlet hose is fixed to the coupling on the rear
wall of the appliance.
Insert a rubber washer with a net (filter) into a nut on the other end of
the hose, and fix the hose to a tap. To ensure efficient operation, the
water pressure of the water supply should be between 0.5 and 8.0
bars.
If the pressure exceeds the maximum allowed limit, fit a pressure
regulator. (Open the tap fully - in 15 seconds, 3 litres of water should
pour out; and this is the minimum pressure of the water supply).

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Connection to cold water

Insert the enclosed washer with filter into the loose end of the hose and
connect the hose to water tap (fig. 6).

Connection to hot/cold water

Washing machines designed for the connection to hot/cold water are
equipped with two inlet hoses. The attachment and the inlet hose for hot
water are marked with red colour.

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Insert the enclosed washers with filter into the loose ends of the hoses
and connect the red marked hose to hot water tap and the other hose
to cold water tap (fig. 6.1).

IMPORTANT
The highest allowed temperature of hot water is 60°C.

Water Outlet

Hook the outlet hose securely over the edge of the washbasin or bath
tub. The outlet hose can also be connected directly to the plumbing
outlet, the diameter of which should be not less than 4 cm (fig. 7).
Wall siphon drain must be correctly fitted in such manner to enable
cleaning.
If water is drained through a washbasin, always check it is drained
quickly enough, otherwise an overflow may occur or the machine may
pump the water back. Pull a string through the hole on the plastic knee,
and secure the outlet hose to prevent it from falling off (fig. 8).

hot cold

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The end of the outlet hose should be raised from the floor by not more
than 100 cm and not less than 60 cm. If the hose is positioned higher
than recommended, the machine will not pump out the water.

Connection to Power Supply

Connect the appliance to the power supply with a cable cord. The wall
socket should be equipped with an earth contact (safety socket).
Fixed connection should be carried out by an expert.
Rated voltage, frequency and other data are listed on the rating plate of
the machine.

Your washing machine should be grounded and connected to the
power supply according to local electricity board regulations and
standards.

WARNING!
In the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer or his service agent or a qualified person in order to
avoid hazard.

• The appliance should be placed in the position, where the plug is
within reach.

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