Smeg STA120 User Manual

LAVABIANCHERIA

WASHING MACHINE

LAVE-LINGE

WASCHMASCHINE

LAVADORA

WASAUTOMAAT

LIBRETTO ISTRUZIONI IT
INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL GB
MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS F
GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG D

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES E
GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING NL

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1. THE NEW WASHING SYSTEM

This new washing machine is the outcome of years of research.
The leading-edge design and the quality of the production processes used to manu­facture this product ensure it will give you many years of excellent service.
Its concept satisfies all current and future washing requirements.

Its low water, power and detergent consumption help protect the environment
and reduce running costs to a minimum.

Water and power consumption has been reduced in all programmes.

These results were achieved by means of a special washing system valid for all
programmes and all fabrics.
The drum is fitted with three external vanes that keep the water constantly circulating,
thereby offering intensive and uniform washing whilst consuming less water.
This ensures your laundry is washed and treated with utmost care.

The new washing system is so effective that normally dirty laundry can even be
cleaned without a pre-wash cycle.

Washing times have also been reduced.
Pre-washing is only recommended for very dirty laundry.

Please read the operating instructions with care in order to take full advantage of all
the features offered by this washing machine.

Warning!

Please read all the instructions contained in this manual in order to understand how
to operate this appliance correctly and safely.
This manual is divided into paragraphs which provide a step-by-step description of
all the functions of the appliance. The instructions are easy to understand and are
accompanied by detailed illustrations.
This manual provides a quick and easy reference for answering all your questions
concerning the use of your new washing machine.
Keep this manual near the machine for future consultation.
When selling or moving the appliance, make sure this manual remains with the
machine.

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2. SAFETY WARNINGS

Attention!

These warnings are given for safety reasons.
Please read them carefully before installing and using the appliance.

This manual forms an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept intact together with the
machine. Before using the appliance, carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual. Instal­lation must be performed by a qualified technician in compliance with the regulations in force. It has
been designed for domestic use and complies with EEC Directives 72/23, 89/336 (including 92/31 and
93/68) currently in force. The appliance is designed for the following purpose:
declared by their manufacturers to be suitable for machine washing by means of an appropriate sym­bol. Any other use shall be considered improper. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for

uses other than those described above.

The name plate featuring the technical data, serial number and markings is visibly positioned on the
inner edge of the door. This name plate must never be removed.

Do not leaving discarded packaging materials unsupervised within the home. Separate the various
packaging materials and take them to the nearest sorted waste co llection centre.

The electrical and plumbing work require to install the appliance may only be performed by
qualified technicians.

The appliance must be provided with an earth connection in accordance with the electrical safety regu­lations in force. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property

resulting from failure to earth the appliance or from a defective earth connection.

If the appliance is not connected to the electrical power supply by means of a plug, it is necessary to
install an isolation switch with a contact opening gap of at least 3 mm.

The plug on the power cord and the corresponding socket must be of the same type and must conform
to the regulations in force. Check that the voltage and frequency of the electrical power supply match
the ratings on the name plate. Avoid using adaptors or shunt connections. Never unplug the appliance
by pulling the power cord.

The machine is only disconnected from the electrical power supply if the plug has been re­moved from the socket or if the general switch has been turned off. After installation, the plug
must remain accessible.

The appliance must always be connected to the water supply with new hoses (supplied with the appli­ance). Old hoses must never be reused.

Make sure the appliance does not lie on the power cord.
Before use, make sure the tub assembly has been released (see instructions).

If the tub assembly has not been released, it may damage the appliance or adjacent furniture or appli­ances during the spin cycle.

The washing machine must never be used in vehicles, on ships or planes, or in special environmental
conditions such as explosive or corrosive (powder, vapour and gas) atmospheres or near explosive
and/or corrosive liquids.

Do not install the washing machine in areas subject to frosting. Frozen pipes may burst under pres­sure.

Make sure that the drain hose is securely attached to the basin and cannot move.
If it is not securely fitted, the repulsive force of the water may detach it from the basin and cause flood-

ing.
When attaching the hose to the basin, make sure the water drains away rapidly and does not fill
the basin up.

Do not overload the appliance.
Never use detergents containing solvents or chemicals.

These may damage the machine and form poisonous fumes.
They may also catch fire and explode.

washing linen or fabrics

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Do not wash petrol-soaked garments in the washing machine. Make sure there are no inflammable
items (e.g.: lighters, matches, etc.) in pockets before washing.
If volatile fluids have been used to clean garments, make sure that the substances have been removed
before loading them in the washing machine.

Before loading garments for washing, make sure the pockets are empty, the buttons securely fixed and
the zips closed.
Do not wash frayed or torn garments.

The glass of the door will heat up considerably when washing at elevated temperatures.

Make sure all the water has drained away before you open the door.

If water is present, only open the door after draining it. If in doubt, read the instructions manual.

The water in the machine is not drinkable!

Swallowing washing machine detergents can cause lesions in your mouth and throat.
Before removing laundry from the washing machine, make sure the drum has stopped moving.
Always switch off the appliance after use to avoid wasting electricity.
Leave the door ajar between one wash and the next in order to keep the gasket in good condition.

Prolonged inactivity.

If the machine is left inactive for a long period: disconnect the machine from the electricity and water
supplies and leave the door ajar to prevent bad smells from forming.

In the event of a fault, never attempt to repair the machine yourself. Disconnect the appliance from
the electrical power supply and shut off the water tap. Then call a qualified technician. Repairs may

only be performed by qualified technicians.

Repairs performed by unqualified people may be hazardous for users.

Obsolete appliances must be rendered unusable: make sure that the door cannot be closed (to
prevent children from getting trapped inside while playing and risking their lives) and cut off
the power cord after unplugging it.
The appliance must then be taken to a sorted waste collection centre.

This appliance is intended for use by adults.

Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the washing machine.

Do not allow children to approach the appliance while it is working.
Keep children away from the appliance.

Small animals or children may get inside the washing machine.
Always check the inside of the drum before use and do not allow children to play with the appli-

ance.

Packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, metal profiles, etc.) must not be left within reach of
children.
Keep children away from the machine when the door or detergent tray is open; the appliance may con­tain residues of detergent which can cause irreversible damage to the eyes, mouth and throat, as well
as possible death by suffocation.

Important !

This appliance is easy to use.
In order to obtain the best results, however, read this manual with care and follow all the instructions
before starting.
The manual gives instructions and useful advice on how to install, use and service the appliance cor­rectly.

The manufacture declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting
from failure to observe the above precautions, from tampering with even just a single com­ponent of the appliance, or from the use of unoriginal spare parts.

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3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Important !

The appliance must be installed by a specialised technician according to current regul ation s.

The washing machine is very heavy. Take care when lifting it.

3.1 UNPACKING

The inside of the machine comprises a moving assembl y which is blocked for transport purposes by the screws
(A) located at the rear of the washing machine.

1. Release the assembly by removing these screws with a 13 mm wrench.

2. Remove the screws (A) and relative spacers (B) from the back of the washing machine.

3. To prevent water from entering the machine or people from touching live components with their fingers, close

the four holes left open by the screws with the supplied plastic plugs (C).

Attention!

• Do not turn the machine upside down and do not place it on its side.

• Keep all the components used to block the drum assembly as they will be needed if you decide to move the

appliance in future.

3.2 POSITIONING AND LEVELLING

1. Place the appliance in the
chosen position.

2. Carefully level the machine in
all directions using a spirit
level and adjusting the height
of the feet if necessary. After
adjusting the machine, lock
the feet with the relative lock
nuts.

The water inlet and drain hoses can be turned to the right or left depending on installation requirements.

Attention!

• Carry out this operation carefully to prevent the washing machine from vibrating, generating noise or
moving during operation.

• If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor, ensure that the openin gs on its underside are not ob­structed.

• Make sure the washing machine does not touch walls, furniture, etc., while it is working.

3.3 WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION

1. Check that inlet pressure lies between the following values: 50-900kPa. For higher
pressures, install a pressure reducer.

2. Connect the cold water inlet hose (light blue ring nut) to the cold water tap with a ¾
gas thread, taking care to screw it firmly into place in order to prevent leaks. The water
inlet hose must not be bent or crushed and must not be replaced or cut.

3. If a hot water inlet is used, inlet water temperature must not exceed 60°C and the
hose with the red ring nut must be connected to the hot water tap.

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Attention!

• If the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, let a certain amount of water run before attach-
ing the inlet hose. This stops any deposits of sand and other impurities from clogging the filters used by the
machine to protect the water inlet valves.

3.4 DRAIN CONNECTION

1. Insert the end of the drain hose into a drain pipe having an internal diame ter of at least 4 cm and a height rang-

ing between 50 and 90 cm, or attach it (using the relative curved plastic profile) to a basin or bath tub.

2. Always check that the end of the drain hose is securely attached in order to prevent the repulsive force of the wa-

ter from moving it out of position.

Attention!

• Do not bend or obstruct the hose as this will reduce the flow of water.

• Any extensions to the drain hose must not exceed 1 metre, they must have the same internal diameter and

must not be obstructed in any way.

• In no case may the end of the drain hose be submerged in water.

3.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

Before fitting the plug into the socket, make sure that:

1. Input voltage matches that indicated on the name plate attached to the inner edge of the door.

2. The contactor, pressure relief valves, power line and socket are capable of withstanding the maximum rated

power input indicated on the name plate.

3. The socket is compatible with the plug supp lied with the m achine without the need to fit multiple s ockets, adap-

tors or extension leads that could cause overheating or burning.

4. If the socket does not correspond to the su pplied plug, replace the socket with one of a suitable type.

Attention

• The plug must be accessible after installation.

• The appliance must be earthed. Plug the machine into a socket fitted with an efficient earth connection.

The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting from
failure to earth the appliance or from a defective earth connection. Correct electrical connec­tions guarantee maximum safety.

• T his appliance complies with EEC directive 89/33 6 of 3.5.89 (modified by EEC directive 92/31) relative to the
elimination of radio interference.

• If the power cord is damaged, only replace it with an original spare part available from our service depart-
ment.

• Do not insert/remove the plug from the socket if your hands are wet.

• Remove the plug from the socket by gripping the plug and not the cord.

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4. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS

4.1 CONTROL PANEL

All the commands and controls of the appliance are assembled together on the front panel.

Models with fixed

spin speed

Models with spin

speed selector

Description of controls

Open door button

A

ON-OFF and programme selection knob

B

Programme phase LED'S

C

Start-Pause button

D

Options buttons (a list follows in the description of controls)

E

Options enabled LED's

F

Select spin speed or stop with tub full button*

G

Spin speed and stop with tub full LED's*

H

*: for models with spin speed selector

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A Open door button

B

ON-OFF and washing pro­gramme selection knob

C Programme phase LED'S

Start

Wash

End

“Start/Pause” button

D

Press the button to open the door. Chapter 5 – Washing in­structions – explains how the door works and how to use it.

This knob lets you:

• switch the machine on and off by moving it in either
direction from the OFF position (knob indicator verti­cal)

• select washing temper ature s within the various fab-
ric sectors by turning it in both directions

The knob does not move while the programme is running.
The programme is electronically controlled by the machine.

The programme phase LED's indicate which phase of the
programme the washing machine is in. The operating
phases, shown to the side of the LED's, are the following:

START

This LED indicates that the machine is on but the selected
washing programme has not started yet. This is the phase in
which the programme select knob has been turned but the
“Start/Pause” button has not been pressed yet.

WASH

The “Start/Pause” button has been pressed and the washing
programme is running. The LED remains on throughout the
washing programme.

END

The LED lights up when the washing programme has fin­ished. It switches off when the machine is switched off (pro­gramme select knob to OFF) or when the “Start/Pause” but­ton is pressed again.

Press this button to start the selected washing programme.
During washing, press the “Start/Pause” button for about 3

seconds to pause the washing cycle. During the pause, the
“Wash” programme phase LED flashes.
To resume the washing cycle from where it left off, simply
press the “Start/Pause” button again.

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Options buttons

E

Quick wash Button

Increase water button

Easy-iron button

Economy cycle button

- e

Extra Rinse button

No spin button

Delicates button

Half load button

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The options that may be available on the washing machine
are shown below.

This button reduces the overall duration of the washing cycle. This
option is used to wash small loads or less dir t y washing in l ess time.
The bleach stage is skipped when the Quick Wash button is
pressed (for models with bleach function).

This washing machine is programmed to use a c ertain quantity of
water and consume a certain amount of power considered to be suf­ficient for a normal washing cycle.

Only press this button for specific requirements, e.g.: for very
delicate fabrics (curtains or wool).

The water level for washing and rinsing rises and power consump-

tion for heating increases.

This option reduces creasing on garments at the end of the pro­gramme. The machine performs a more delicate spin cycle and
moves the garments at the end of the programme. Spin speed for
all programmes is 600 rpm.

Press this button for cottons programmes, the machine will per-

form an extended wash at 35°C (biological step) thereb y offer­ing good washing performance combined with power saving.

The machine then continues the cycle at the selected temp era-

ture.

N.B.:

Press the economy cycle button to obtain a maximum washing
temperature of 60° C and the elimination of the prewash.

In areas with soft water or to improve rinsing, press this button (op­tional for intensive programmes) to enable the extra rinse function
(about 20% more water).

Press this button to eliminate the final spin cycle. The machine
stops with the tub full of water and the washing remains soaked. T o
remove the soaked and dripping washing (d rip-dry fabrics) turn the

knob to the drain and spin position (Drain ) and press the
“Start/Pause” button. The water is automatically drained on all pro­grammes without spinning.

Press this button to reduce movement of the drum and, conse­quently, of the washing. Suitable for particularly delicate garments
(shirts, silk, curtains, etc.)

If the machine is used with a smaller amount of washing than that
indicated in the “Programme Chart”, press this button to save water,
detergent and electricity.

This option should not be used for synthetics or woollens.

The recommended doses of detergents should be reduced in
proportion to the load.

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Options enabled LED's

F

G Select spin speed or stop

with tub full button*

These LED's light up when the relative option button is
pressed and indicate that the option has been selected. They
remain on until the machine switches off or a different selec­tion is made.

Press this button to select one of three spin speed levels, in­dicated by the spin speed and stop with tub full LED's. The
levels are:

• maximum speed: the machine spins at the indicated
speed

• intermediate speed: the machine spins at the indi-
cated speed

• final spin disabled and stop with tub full: the machine
does not perform all the spins and finishes the wash­ing programme with water in the tub. To drain the
water, see the explanations shown in paragraphs

5.10 and 5.14

Spin speed and stop with tub

H

full LED's*

The LED's indicate the selected speed level. The LED corre­sponding to the selected level remains on until the machine
is switched off or until a new spin speed is selected.

(max. speed)
(intermediate speed)

*

For models with spin speed selector

4.2 DETERGENT TRAY

This is located to the left of the control panel. Pull it out to
open.
The tray comprises four compartments which are marked as
follows
“1”: pre-wash detergent
“2”: main wash detergent

“

” or “3”: fabric softener, starch, etc. (treatment products).

Compartment “4” is used for bleach. If there is a cover marked

, this means that bleach cannot be used with this model of
machine. If bleach can be used with the machine, there is no
cover.

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5. USING THE MACHINE

5.1 PREPARING THE WASHING

3. Separate the washing according to the type and colourfastness of the fabrics.

4. Wash whites and coloureds separately. Wash new coloured garments se parately for the first time. A label is

normally applied to garments giving information on how to clean them. A brief descriptio n of these labels is
shown below.

Attention!

• Do not wash unhemmed or torn garments as they may fray.

• Foreign bodies may damage garme nts or machine components. Therefore, empty all pockets and turn them

inside out, remove rollers from curtains or put them in a string bag.

• Put very small articles (belts, handkerchiefs, socks, bras with stiffeners, etc.) into a white canvas bag. Close

push buttons and zips and sew on dangling buttons.

• Modern detergents and correct washing temperatures ar e generally sufficient to remove stains from fabrics.

However, some stubborn stains, such as grass, fruit, egg, blood, rust and biro, should be pre-treated before
washing. Depending on the type of fabric, many stain removers can be found in the shops. Stains

should always be cleaned or diluted immediately as the older they get, the more difficult they are to
remove.

• Garments may be damaged if fabric care symbols are not observed.

WASHING BLEACHING

Machine wash at max. 90°C
Machine wash at max. 60°C

Machine wash at max. 40°C
Machine wash at max. 30°C

Machine wash, delicate cycle at max.
60°C
Machine wash, delicate cycle at max.
40°C

Machine wash, delicate cycle at max.
30°C

Hand wash

Do not wash

Bleaching allowed

Hot iron

Any solvent

High temperature

Warm iron

Any solvent except

trichloroethylene

IRONING

DRY CLEANING

DRYING

Less than 60°C

Petroleum solvent

Do not bleach

Cool iron

and R113

Do not tumble dry

Do not iron

Do not dry

clean

Wool – Only pure wool, identified by or with the label <<shrink-proof machine washable and dryabl e>> can
be machine washed with the specific programme, other types of wool should be hand-washed or dry-cl eaned.

5.2 OPENING THE DOOR

The machine is fitted with a safety device that prevents the door from opening while it is working.

1. Before opening the door, wait 1 or 2 minutes after the programme ends (“End” LED on) to allow the

safety device to disengage.

2. Make sure th ere is no water in the tub and that the drum is not mo ving. Open the door by pressing the

“Open door” button on the front panel and pulling it open.

Attention!

• If the washing programme is interrupted, you will have to wait from 3 to 15 minutes, depend ing on the tem-

perature of the water, before the door opens.

Attention!

The water may still be boiling if the washing cycle was performed at high temperatures.
If there is still water inside the drum, do not open the door!

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5.3 PREPARING THE WASHING

Where possible, save electricity by washing full loads di vided by type of fabric. Introduce loose washing and
alternate large items with small ones. For the first few times, weigh the loads of washing and then rely on your
judgement.

5.4 LOADING THE WASHING

Attention!

• If the door is not closed properly, a safety device prevents the washing machine from working.

• Do not use more than the recommended amount of detergent: too much may deteriorate washing re-

5.5 ADDING DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES

1. Open the door and load the washing taking care to distrib ute it uniformly, loosel y and not packed into the
drum; alternate large items with small ones if possible.

2. The washing machine describ ed in this manual ca n be lo aded w ith up to 5kg of washing. Heavier load s
will lead to unsatisfactory washing results and may cause the machine to work incorrectly.

3. To sa ve energy, wash full loads divided by type of fabric, according to the quantities indicated in t he
“Programmes chart” supplied with this manual.

4. Close the door by pressing it against th e body of the appli ance until you hear a click. Make sure no ga r­ments have got caught between the door and the rubber gasket.

sults.

Follow the instructions shown in the “Programme Chart” provided to­gether with the manual and add detergent and any additives to the
relative compartment before starting the programme.

Pour the pre-wash powder detergent into the compartment marked
“1”.

Pour main wash detergent into compartment “2”. Machine accessories
include a red insert “A” that can be placed inside compartment “2” to
allow liquid detergent to be used. The additi ves are automatically in­troduced into the tub during final rinsing.
Pour liquid additives such as starch and fabric softener into “3”,

marked with

.

If bleach can be used with the machine (no cover marked with
The level of the liquids must not exceed the maximum limit, otherwise the trays will be emptied too soon.

Before pouring thick additives into the tray, dilute them with a little water to prevent them from obstructing the trap.
Only use foam-controlled detergent suitable for use in washing machines.

) add bleach to compartment “4” if you wish.

Determine the quantity of detergent according to the hardness of th e water, and the type, quantity and
dirtiness of the washing.

This will allow you to obtain the required effect using as little detergent as possible.
Detergent packs indicate the quantities to use according to 4 levels of har dness and for normall y dirt y loads of 4- 5
kg.
Ask your local water board to tell you how hard your water is.

Water hardness

Hardness level French degree fH German degree dH

Soft Up to 15° Up to 8°
Moderately hard 15° - 25° 8° - 14°
Hard 25° - 40° 14° - 22°
Very hard Over 40° Over 22°

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5.6 DOSING POWDER DETERGENTS

Normally dirty washing

1. Choose a programme without prewash.

2. Pour the total quantit y of deter gent indicated on the packs into compartment “2” of the detergent tray.

Very dirty washing

1. Choose a programme with prewash.

2. Add ¼ of the recommended quantit y of detergent into compartment “1” of the deterg ent tray and ¾ of the de­tergent into compartment “2”.

Attention!

• If there are no dosage indications for delicat e synthetics, add from ½ to 2/3 of the recommended quantity for
resistant cottons.

• For the wool programme, only use neutral detergents for woollens.

• Base your doses according to the detergent manufacturer's recommendations.

5.7 DOSING LIQUID DETERGENTS

1. Pour the recommended dose into the batcher supplie d with the liquid detergent and pl ace it inside the drum;
otherwise, pour it into compartment “2” of the detergent tray after fitting the relative red insert “ A” (see para­graph 5.5).

2. The scale on the red insert will help you to use the right quantity of liquid detergent.

Attention!

• Liquid detergents can be used according to the manufacturer's recommended dose only for the main w ash­ing cycle, that is, in all programmes without prewash.

• When compartment “2” is used for powder detergent, the red insert “A” must be removed.

5.8 SCALE-REMOVERS

Scale-removers can be introduced into compartments “1” and “2” according to the manufacturer's indications.
First, add the detergent and then the scale-remover.

5.9 SWITCHING ON THE MACHINE AND SELECTING PROGRAMMES

The washing machine has the following basic programmes which, by adjusting the temperature and using the
various button functions, allow a wide range of programmes to be set for all requirements.

Intensive washing programme

for resistant cotton

, coloured or hemp fabrics.

Delicate washing programmes

for delicate artificial synthetic fibres
They prevent the formation of creases that are difficult to remove during ironing.

, blends or linen fabrics.

Wool programme

only for garments marked “pure wool
be hand washed or dry-cleaned.

To select programmes according to the type of fabric, consult the “Programme chart” supplied to­gether with this manual.

” washable, treated, shrink proof. Other types of wool should

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To switch on the machine and select programmes, proceed as follows:

1. Turn the programme knob in either direction. The machine s witches on and the “Start” programme phase
LED lights up.

2. Select the washing temper ature, within the sectors marked on the front panel by the following words:

• Cottons, coloureds

• Woollens

• Synthetics, delicates

Attention!

• The following partial washing programmes can be set using the programmes knob:

-Rinse with additive

-Drain and spin

-Fabric softener
These partial programmes are inside the Cotton, Synthetics and Wool sectors, except for the drain and spin

programme (Drain

).

• If the indicated temperature shows 0°, this means that the programme performs a cold wash c ycle. The sa me
cold wash is also performed by the Hand wash programme in the Wool sector.

• The fabric treatment labels show which washing temperature must be set.

• If various garments in the same load require different washing temperatures, choose the lowest wash-

ing temperature of all.

• If the laundr y is only slightly dirt y and does not need the bl eaching effect of high temperatures, a lower tem­perature can be chosen to save power. In spite of the low temperature and consequent saving of electric-

ity, an automatic time control keeps the duration of the main washing unvaried compar ed with that of a high
temperature programme. It is therefore possible to successfully wash normally dirty laundry at lower wash-

ing temperatures than the maximum temperatures shown on the fabric care labels.

5.10 SPEED SELECTION

The models described in this instructions manual may either feature fixed or variable spin speeds. Models with
fixed spin speeds cannot be adjusted but can disable the spin cycle (

) if the model features this option.
Other models are fitted with a button for selecting spin speed (see chapter 4 – Description of co ntrols) which al­lows one of three speed levels to be selected.
Press the button identified with the letter “H” in chapter 4 – Description of controls, the 3 LED's loc ated over the
button light up in sequence to indicate (from top to bottom):

• maximum spin speed

• intermediate spin speed

• final spin disabled and stop with tub full ( ): if this option is selected, the final spin is not per-

formed at the end of the washing programme and t he machine stops with the tub full of water and the
washing soaked. To remove the soaked and dripping washing (drip-dr y fabrics) turn the knob to “Dra in

” and press the “Start/Pause” button. The water is automatically drained on all programmes without

spinning. If you wish to drain the water in the tub and then spin, turn the knob to “Drain
of the two available speeds (maximum or intermediate) with the select button and press the “Start­Pause” button. These methods are also valid for fixed speed machines featuring the spin disable op­tion.

With programmes in the Cottons/Coloureds sector, fabrics can be spun up to the maximum speed envisag ed for
the model. For Synthetics/Delicates and Woollens, spin speed cannot exceed 900 rpm.

”, select one

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5.11 SELECTION OF OPTIONS

Use the options buttons (indicated in chapter 4 – Descript ion of controls) to enable machine options. A selected
option is highlighted by the option LED located above the button in question.

5.12 STARTING THE WASHING PROGRAMME

1. Before starting the selected programme, carefully close the door, open the water tap an d add the deter­gent and additive.

2. Press the “Start-Pause” button and the “Wash” programme phase LED lights up. After 10 seconds, the
machine starts automatically and performs the programmed cycle. During operation, the “Washing” LED
remains on.

5.13 INTERRUPTING OR CHANGING THE WASHING PROGRAMME

The washing programme may be interrupted at any time while it is running:

1. pressing the “Start/Pause” button for about 3 seconds. During the paus e, the “Wash” programme phase
LED flashes. The programme can also be stopped by turning the programme/temperature selecti on kno b
while the cycle is running.

2. If you wish to change the washing pr ogramme, simply select the new programme by turning the pro­gramme knob without pausing the machine first. The new washing c ycle will be performed starting from
the beginning. If the tub is already full of water, the new programme will omit the filling phase.

3. To resume the c ycle, press Start-Pause agai n.

5.14 END OF PROGRAMME

The washing programmes are automatically completed and the “End” programme phase LED lights up.

1. Turn the programmes knob to OFF to switch off the machine

2. Before opening the door, wait 1 or 2 minutes to allow the safety device to disengage.

3. Remove the washing from the drum.

4. Leave the door ajar in order to allow the inside of the washing machine to dry.

5. Turn off the water tap.

If the disable spin option ( ) was selected, proceed as follows:

1. turn the programmes knob to “Drain

2. press the “Start-Pause” butto n. The water is automatically drained on all programmes without spinning.

”;

If you wish to drain the water and then spin:

1. turn the programmes knob to “Drain

2. deactivate the disable spin option (

”

) or, for models with spin speed selector, select one of the two

speeds;

3. press the “Start-Pause” butto n.

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6. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Important – Before cleaning or servicing the machine, remove the plug from the socket.

6.1 EXTERNAL CLEANING

• Regular and constant cleaning will keep your appliance looking like new.

• Clean the outer surfaces with soap and water and then dry thoroughly with a soft cloth.

• Clean parts in plastic with a damp cloth.

• Do not scratch with sharp objects and do not use solvents or abrasive products as these will damage the

surface.

• For reasons of safety, never spray water onto the app liance.

6.2 CLEANING THE DRUM

• Remove any rust stains from the drum with a special cleaner for stainl ess steel or, for particularly stub-
born stains, with extra fine abrasive paper.

• To remove scale from the washing machine, only use branded scale rem overs with anti-corrosion agen ts
for washing machines.

• Follow the manufacturer's instructions and recommended quantities to the letter.

• After removing scale or rust from the drum, perform a few rinse cycles to eliminate acid residues

as these may damage the machine. Never use detergents contain ing solvents. These may form
vapours that may catch fire and explode.

6.3 CLEANING THE DOOR GASKET

Periodically check that no clips, buttons, nails or needles have got caught in the folds of the door gasket.

6.4 CLEANING THE DRAIN PUMP

Only clean the drain pump if it is obstructed by buttons, hairpins and the like and the water cannot drain.
In this case, proceed as follows.

3. Remo ve the plug from the socket to disconnect the machine from the electrical power supply.

4. Dependin g on the model, proceed as follows:
MODEL A – Use a coin to turn the plastic buttons
fixing the cover to the base plate anti-clockwise.
MODEL B – Insert a small screwdriver into the
slots in the base plate cover, then gently prise up
to release the upper part of the cover.
Pull the cover slightly forwards and then up to re­move it completely.

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4. Pull out the drain hos e “A”.
Attention: if the hose is hot it means the water is hot or boil ing. Place a
tray on the floor and remove the plug “B” to drain the water.
Depending on the quantity of water, it may be necessary to empty the
tray several times.
When no more water comes out, push the hose back in and screw
back the plug “B”.

6. Unscrew the cover of the pump “D” by turning it anti-clockwise.
Clean the pump body and remove any foreign bodies.
Check the inside “E” and make sure the impeller turns freely. If there are
any foreign bodies, remove them.

7. Screw the pump cover back on.
Fix the drain hose by snapping the plug into place «C».
Depending on the model, put back the cover as follows:
MODEL A – Insert the lower part of the cover first. Then secure it by turning the plastic buttons a quarter
turn clockwise.
The slots in the buttons must be horizontal.
MODEL B – Insert the lower part of the cover first and then push it towards the bas e plate until it clicks

6.5 CLEANING THE DETERGENT TRAY

Keep the detergent tray free from scale.
To simplify this operation, completely remove the detergent tray (pull it out
as far as it will go, lift it slightly and then pull fairly vigorously).

Remove the traps «B» and clean with hot water.
Put back the traps and remove any residues of detergent before putting the
tray back.

6.6 CLEANING THE WATER INLET FILTER

The machine is fitted with a filter for protecting the water inlet valves.
The filter is fitted the gas thread of the inlet hose connected to the tap
Clean the filter if no water or insufficient quantities of water enter the washing machine.

To do this, proceed as follows:

into place.

• Remove the plug from the socket to disconnect the machine from the
electrical power supply.

• Turn off the water tap.

• Unscrew the inlet hose from the tap.

• Remove the filter from the inlet hose gas thread.

• Clean the filter with water and a brush.

• When screwing the inlet hose back on to the tap, make sure the filter is correctly positioned.

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7. TROUBLESHOOTING

This product complies with current safety regulations governing e lectrical equipment. For safety reas ons, all tech­nical inspections or repairs must be performed by qualified technicians in order to pr eve nt hazardous situations for
users.

If the machine does not work, before calling the Service Centre and spendi ng money unnecessarily, check that
the operations indicated in this troubleshooting table

1 T he machine does not start

Check that:

- the plug is correctly fitted into the socket

- the door is securely closed

- the “Start-Pause” button has b een pressed.

2 The tub does not fill with

water

Check that:

- the plug is correctly fitted into the socket

- the door is securely closed

- the water tap is open

- the water inlet filters are not clogged. Clean them as indicated in

- the water inlet tube is not jammed or bent

3 No water appears to be in

the drum

No fault.
The water level is lower than the glass of the door because the ne w ma-

chines use less water though obtaining the same washing and rinsing re­sults.

4 The water does not drain

5 The water does not drain

after final rinsing in deli­cates and woollens wash­ing programmes

6 The machine fills with wa-

ter and drains continuously

7 Strong vibrations during

spinning

Check that:

- the drain hose is not twisted

- the drain pump is not clogged. Clean it as indicated in paragraph 6.3.

This is envisaged by the washing programme (if the no-spin and stop with
tub full

To drain the water, proceed as described in the “End of programme”
paragraph.

Make sure the end of the drain hose is not too low.

Check that:

- the machine has been properly levelled as described in paragraph

- the machine is not too close to walls or furniture

- the internal moving assembly has been released as described in

8 Too much foam forms and

escapes from the tray

Check that:

- the detergent is suitable for a utomatic machines and is not for hand

- no more than the quantities indicated in the manual are used

9 Water on the floor

Check that:

- the unions of the water inlet hose are not loose

- the end of the drain hose has not moved out of place.

10 Not all the fabric softener

enters the machine or too
much water remains in the
compartment

Make sure that the traps in the detergent tray are correctly positi oned and
are not clogged. Clean them as indicated in paragraph 6.4.

have been performed.

paragraph 6.5.

option has been selected) to prevent fabrics from creasing.

3.2

paragraph 3.1

washing

3

The machine does not spin

11

Draining water from the

12

drum

The washing has not been

13

correctly spun
Residues of detergent on

14

the washing

Washing results are unsat-

15

isfactory

The unbalanced load sensor has triggered because the washing is not
uniformly distributed inside the drum. If the washing is wet at the end of
the cycle, distribute it well inside the basket and repeat just the spin cycle.

In the event of a power failure or a fault in the appliance, the water inside
the drum can be drained as described in paragraph 6.3

Large items have rolled up and are not uniformly distributed inside the
drum. Always wash large items together with small ones.

Many phosphate-free detergents contain substances that are difficult to
dissolve in water.

Select the Rinse programme or brush the washing.

- Too little detergent or an unsuitable detergent may have been
used.

- Stubborn stains were not pre-treated

- The wrong temperature was selected

- The drum was overloaded

ERROR SIGNALS

In the event of a malfunction, the “End” programme phase LED starts flashing and the LED's located above the
options buttons light up to signal the fault.
The “End” LED flashes for about half a second and then goes off for the same amount of time before flash ing
again. While the “End” LED flashes, the LED's located above the options button flash but d o so more rapidly. To
determine the type of error, count the number of times the “End” LED flashes:

Number of times the “End” programme

phase LED flashes between two 15 second

intervals

The tub does not fill with water

5

Consult the troubleshooting table at point: 2

Problem

The water does not drain from the tub

6

Consult the troubleshooting table at points: 4 and 5

A leak has occurred and aquastop has triggered (only for mod­els fitted with this safety device)

1

For this type of error, turn off the water tap, remove the plug and
contact the Service Centre.

When the washing programme starts but the door has not been closed correctly, the “Start” and “Wash” pro­gramme phase LED's start flashing alternatively at intervals of about half a second. This continues until the door
has been closed properly. The door open signal starts about 5 seconds after the washing programme com­mences.
For all other error codes, contact the nearest Assistance Centre after disconnecting th e power supply and closin g
the water tap.

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Slightly dirty delicate coloureds

Normally dirty delicate coloureds

Normally dirty resistant coloureds

(for cotton,

Very dirty washing

Normally dirty washing

Extremely dirty washing

Cotton and coloureds

coloured or hemp fabrics)

programmes

Rinses

Drain and spin

Wool and silk

Silk

Wool,

Handwash

Fabric softener

Washable clothes to freshen up

Normally dirty delicate synthetics

delicates

Very dirty resistant synthetics

programmes

Synthetics and

(artificial synthetic

Normally dirty resistant synthetics

Temperature

Max. recommended load (kg)

4-2

30°

5-2

40°

5-2

60°

512

60°

5-2

75°

412

90°

5---

0°

5---

0°

1-2

35°

1-2

0°

3--

0°

2,5 - 2

30°

2,5 - 2

40°

2,5 1 2

60°

2,5 - 2

60°

PROGRAMME GUIDE - KEY TO BUTTON

Prewash detergent

Main wash detergent

Additive (optional)

Bleach (optional)

Quick wash

Extra rinse

No spin

- ○○○

U

- ○○○

U

- ○○○

U

- ○○○

U

- ○○○

U

- ○○○

U

- ○○○

- ○

--

U

-

U

-

U

-

U

-

U

-

U

-

U

---

○○○

○○○

○○○

○○○

○○○

Wash at 30°C, rinses and final spin at 600 rpm

Wash at 40°C, rinses and final spin at 600 rpm

Economy wash at 60°C, rinses and final spin at 600 rpm

Prewash at 35°C, economy wash at 60°C, rinses and final spin at 600 rpm

Wash at 75°C, rinses and final spin at 600 rpm

Prewash at 35°C, wash at 90°C, rinses and final spin at 600 rpm

3 or 4 rinses (if the extra rinse button is pressed) and final spin at 600 rpm

-

Just drain, or drain and final spin at 600 rpm

○

- - Wash at 35°C, rinse and spin at 600 rpm

Cold wash, drain and spin at 600 rpm

1 rinse with softener, drain and spin at 600 rpm

Wash at 30°C, rinses, drain and spin at 600 rpm

Wash at 40°C, rinses, drain and spin at 600 rpm

Prewash at 35°C, wash at 60°C, drain and spin at 600 rpm

Wash at 60°C, rinses, drain and spin at 600 rpm

GB

Description of washing cycle

START - PAUSE

QUICK WASH

= il pulsante può essere premuto

= button can be pressed

DELAYED START

INCREASE WATER

EASY-IRON

DRYING

EXTRA RINSE

NO SPIN AND STOP
WITH TUB FULL

SPIN

ECONOMY

DELICATES

1/2

HALF
LOAD

Code 19 592 0054 00

(for cotton,

Cotton and coloureds

programmes

Silk

Wool,

delicates

Synthetics and

programmes

PROGRAMME GUIDE - KEY TO BUTTON

Temperature

Max. recommended load (kg)

Prewash detergent

Slightly dirty delicate coloureds 30° 4-2
Normally dirty delicate coloureds 40° 5-2
Normally dirty resistant coloureds 60° 5-2
Very dirty washing 60° 512
Normally dirty washing 75° 5-2
Extremely dirty washing 90° 412

coloured or hemp fabrics)

Rinses
Drain and spin 0° 5-- -

Wool and silk 35° 1-2
Handwash 0° 1-2
Fabric softener 0° 3-­Washable clothes to freshen up 30° 2,5 - 2

(artificial

Normally dirty delicate synthetics 40° 2,5 - 2

Very dirty resistant synthetics 60° 2,5 1 2

Normally dirty resistant synthetics 60° 2,5 - 2

synthetic fibres, blends

5-- -

0°

Main wash detergent

Additive (optional)

Bleach (optional)

Quick wash

- ○○

U

- ○○

U

- ○○

U

- ○○

U

- ○○

U

- ○○

U

- ○○

- ○

--

U

-

-

-

-

-

-

--

○○

○○

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U
U
U
U
U

U

GB

Description of washing cycle

Easy-iron

Wash at 30°C, rinses and final spin at selected speed

Wash at 40°C, rinses and final spin at selected speed

Economy wash at 60°C, rinses and final spin at selected speed

Prewash at 35°C, economy wash at 60°C, rinses and final spin at selected speed

Wash at 75°C, rinses and final spin at selected speed

Prewash at 35°C, wash at 90°C, rinses and final spin at selected speed

3 rinses and final spin at selected speed

- Just drain, or drain and final spin at selected speed

- Wash at 35°C, drain and spin at selected speed (max. 900 rpm)

Cold wash, rinse and spin at selected speed (max. 900 rpm)

1 rinse with softener, drain and spin at selected speed (max. 900 rpm)

Wash at 30°C, rinses, drain and spin at selected speed (max. 900 rpm)

Wash at 40°C, rinses, drain and spin at selected speed (max. 900 rpm)

Prewash at 35°C, wash at 60°C, rinses, drain and spin at selected speed (max. 900 rpm)

Wash at 60°C, rinses, drain and spin at selected speed (max. 900 rpm)

START - PAUSE

QUICK WASH

= il pulsante può essere premuto= il pulsante può essere premuto= il pulsante può essere premuto

= button can be pressed

DELAYED START

INCREASE WATER

EASY-IRON

DRYING

EXTRA RINSE

NO SPIN AND STOP WITH
TUB FULL

SPIN

ECONOMY

DELICATES

1/2

HALF
LOAD

Code 19 592 0055 00