V-ZUG WA-ASLQZ-CLH Operating Instructions

V-ZUG Ltd

Washing machine

Adora SLQ

Operating instructions

Thank you for choosing to buy one of our products. Your appliance is made
to high standards and is easy to use. Nevertheless, please take the time to
read these operating instructions in order to familiarize yourself with the
appliance and get the best use out of it.

Please follow the safety precautions.

Modifications

Text, diagrams and data correspond to the technical standard of the appli­ance at the time these operating instructio ns went to p ress. The right to make
technical modifications for the purpose of the further development of the
appliance is reserved.

Symbols used

Denotes important safety precautions. Failure to observe said pre­cautions can result in injury or damage to the appliance or fittings!

A Indicates step-by-step instructions.

– Describes how the appliance reacts to the steps taken.

䡲 Indicates a list.

Denotes useful tips for the user.

Validity

The model number corresponds to the first 3 digits on the identification plate.
These operating instructions apply to the model:

Model Type Model no.

Adora SLQ WA-ASLQZ 269

Variations depending on the model are noted in the text.

© V-ZUG Ltd, CH-6301 Zug, 2010

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Contents

Safety precautions 5

Before using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Correct use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Children in the home . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Note on use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Your appliance 9

Appliance description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Operating and display elements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Using for the first time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Programme overview 14

Main programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Additional programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

Additional functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Favourites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

User settings 26

Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Time / Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Rinsing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Soft water . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

Spin speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Hygiene recommendation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

Childproof lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Automatic door opener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Brightness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Restoring factory settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Washing 38

Adding washing detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43

Changing selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Programme selection with childproof lock activated . . . . . . 49

End of programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50

End of the wash day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

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… Contents

Care and maintenance 52

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Cleaning the water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Emergency draining . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

Cleaning the foreign body trap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Trouble-shooting 55

What to do if … . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Opening the appliance door in the event of a power

failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

Washing tips 67

Unsatisfactory wash results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

Spare parts 73

Technical data 74

Note for testing institutes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75

VAS Vibration Absorbing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Water and energy economy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Turbidity sensor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Automatic energy-saving stand-by . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76

Disposal 77

Notes 78

Index 79

Repair service 83

Quick instructions 84

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Safety precautions

The appliance corresponds to recognised technology standards
and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is
however essential to avoid damage and accidents. Please there­fore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions.

In accordance with the requirements of IEC 60335-1:

䡲 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with

reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless supervised or unless they have been given instruction
concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety.

Before using for the first time

䡲 The appliance must be installed and connected to the electricity supply in

accordance with the separate installation instructions. The necessary work
should be carried out by a qualified fitter or electrician.

䡲 Dispose of the packaging material in accordance with local regulations.

䡲 Ensure access to the place of disconnection (e.g. socket outlet, wall switch,

mains fuse) and the water tap.

䡲 The transport lock must be removed. Failure to remove the transport lock

can result in damage to the appliance or apartment or laundry room
fittings.

䡲 Before using the newly installed appliance for the first time, please follow

the precautions given in the 'Using for the first time' section.

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… Safety precautions

Correct use

䡲 The appliance is suitable for washing home textiles with water and regular

washing machine detergent. The appliance is designed for use in the home
and for the above-mentioned purpose only. No liability is assumed for any
damage caused by improper or incorrect use.

䡲 Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially

any electrically live parts, should only be carried out by the manufacturer,
its Customer Services or similarly qualified persons. Repairs if carried out
incorrectly may cause serious injury, damage to the appliance and fittings,
as well as affect the functioning of the appliance. If the appliance is not
working properly or in case of a repair order, follow the instructions given
in the 'Repair service' section. If necessary, please contact Customer
Services.

䡲 Use original spare parts only.

䡲 Retain these operating instructions for future reference. If you sell or pass

the appliance on to a third party, please ensure these operating
instructions accompany the appliance, together with the instructions on
installation. In this way, the new owner can inform themselves about how
to use the appliance correctly and read the pertinent safety precautions.

Do not use the appliance to wash the following:

䡲 Textiles that have been cleaned, treated or soaked with flammable

chemicals, detergents or solvents such as benzene, alcohol, stain remover,
oil, paint, wax, etc. Fire or explosion hazard! Wash materials containing
such substances first by hand with water or allow the solvent to evaporate
completely.

䡲 Textiles with metal reinforcements (risk of damage).

䡲 Trainers, diving suits, rucksacks, carpets, etc.

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… Safety precautions

Children in the home

䡲 Packaging material (e.g. plastic, polystyrene) can be dangerous for

children. Danger of suffocation! Keep packaging material away from
children.

䡲 The appliance is designed for use by adults who are familiar with these

operating instructions. Children are often unable to recognise the danger
of electrical appliances. Ensure proper supervision and do not allow
children to play with the appliance – there is a danger that children could
get locked inside.

䡲 Washing detergent can irritate the eyes, mouth and throat and even cause

choking! Keep washing detergent out of the reach of children.

䡲 Use the childproof locking facility.

Note on use

Do not use the pivoting operating panel to lift or move the
appliance.

䡲 If the drain hose leads into a sink (wash trough), check that it is fastened

securely. Make sure that the water can drain off fast enough. Flooding
hazard!

䡲 From time to time, check the drain hose for tears, kinks, twists, bends, etc.

䡲 Do not use the appliance if visibly damaged or if the inlet pipes are

damaged. Contact Customer Services.

䡲 If the appliance is not operating properly, disconnect it from the electricity

supply immediately.

䡲 If the mains cable of the appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by

Customer Services in order to avoid hazard.

䡲 Keep pets away from the appliance.

䡲 To protect your washing, follow the fabric care symbols and the hints and

advice in the 'Washing tips' section.

䡲 Do not use solvents (e.g. turpentine, benzene) instead of, or in addition to,

water, washing detergent or additives in your appliance. Fire or explosion
hazard!

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… Safety precautions

䡲

Only use water softener, dye / bleach or other additives expressly
recommended by the manufacturer for use in the appliance. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions carefully.

䡲 Store washing detergents, washing additives and other additives in a cool,

dry place. Lumpy washing detergent can cause problems. Keep all
washing detergents and additives out of the reach of children.

䡲 Before closing the appliance door and starting a programme, ensure that

there are no foreign objects or pets in the washing drum, detergent
dispenser drawer or around the foreign body trap. Foreign objects such as
coins, nails, paper clips, etc. can damage parts of the appliance, as well
as the washing.

䡲 During longer periods of absence, turn off the water tap before switching

off the power by pulling out the mains plug. Never pull the mains plug out
by the cable. Please note: the built-in overflow protection is rendered
inactive when the power is switched off.

Maintenance

Ensure the washing drum has stopped moving before reaching
inside. Do not touch the drum while it is still in motion – risk of
serious injury!

䡲 Disconnect the appliance from the mains before carrying out maintenance

work.

䡲 Do not spray the outside of the appliance with water. Do not use a steam

cleaner.

䡲 Do not sit, lean or rest on the appliance door.

䡲 Do not climb on to the appliance. Danger of tipping!

䡲 Opening the water inlet and outlet while the appliance is in operation could

pose a scalding hazard.

䡲 Use original spare parts only.

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Your appliance

Appliance description

䡲 Capacity: 8 kg dry washing

䡲 6 main programmes

䡲 4 extra programmes

䡲 5 favourite programmes

䡲 Additional programmes

–Easy care

–Pre-wash

–Sport

– Steam anti-crease

– Night-time economy programme

– Programme for various types of textiles

– Programmes for lightly to heavily soiled washing

–Anti-mite

–Soaking

–Soap wash

–Bio wash

– Skin protection

䡲 Additional functions

–Temperature selection

– Spin speed selection

– Delayed start

– Stop after rinsing

– Deselect parts of programmes

䡲 Sensors for optimizing the wash cycle

䡲 Automatic energy-saving stand-by

䡲 Graphic display

䡲 Automatic door opener

䡲 Language selection

䡲 Childproof lock

䡲 Aqua-Stop with anti-leak protection

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… Your appliance

Construction

The appliance door can be set to open to the left or to the right. Our
Customer Services can make the necessary adjustments to the
appliance.

1 Operating and display elements

(pivoting operating panel)

The operating panel can be set in one
of three positions.

2 Detergent dispenser drawer
3 Appliance door
4 Drain tray
5 Foreign body trap
6 Emergency door release tool
7 Emergency door release
8 Identification plate / Serial number (FN)
9 Circulation nozzle

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

Detergent dispenser drawer
10 Pre-wash detergent, compartment I

11 Main wash detergent, compartment II
12 Liquid detergent flap
13 Siphon for fabric conditioner (softener)
14 Fabric conditioner (softener),

compartment

15 Quick operating instructions

Front:

German / French

Back:

English / Italian

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14

15

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13 12 11 10

M
A
X

… Your appliance

Operating and display elements

204060

Main programmes

60

40

20

Coloureds 60 °C Favourites

Coloureds 40 °C Extra programmes

Coloureds 20 °C

Woollens 30 °C

Hand wash 20 °C

WetClean 20 °C

Additional programmes

Easy care Night economy programme

Pre-wash Fabric types

SPORT

Sport Degree of soiling/Anti-mite

Steam anti-crease

SPORT

䡲 Whites 95 °C

䡲 Steam anti-crease

䡲 Proofing

䡲 Appliance hygiene

Additional functions

Temperature setting

Spin speed Door opener

Delayed start

Quick wash cycle/
End of programme

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… Your appliance

Graphic display

Coloureds

40 ˚C 1h05

rpm end 15:381200

Various information appears in the graphic display during the programme
selection and the programme sequence.

䡲 Programme name with duration 䡲 Delayed start

䡲 Programme end time 䡲 User settings

䡲 Programme progress with time

䡲 Hints and trouble-shooting

remaining

䡲 Additional functions 䡲 Further information

Indicator lights

The buttons for the main programmes and certain additional programmes are
equipped with an indicator light.

Indicator light flashes

Programme or function can be selected.

Indicator light is illuminated

Programme or function is active.

Indicator light is not illuminated

Programme or function is switched off.

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… Your appliance

Using for the first time

Before using the newly installed appliance for the first time, the following work
should be carried out.

The appliance was tested with water before being shipped. There may
therefore still be traces of water left in the appliance.

Transport lock

Before using the appliance for the first time, the transport lock
must be removed (3 screws with washers at the back of the appli­ance), in order to avoid damage to the appliance.

Setting the language, time and date

A Set the language, time and date in the user settings.

A Hold the button depressed until the

following appears in the graphic display:

A Press the button repeatedly until «Language» or «Time and date»

«set?» appear in the graphic display.

A Use the button to make the desired settings.

60

To ensure the user settings are saved, the power supply to the appli­ance should not be switched off for at least 30 minutes.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Running the first wash cycle without any washing

A Run an empty wash cycle to remove any residues from the manufacturing

process.

A Add a little washing detergent to compartment II.

A Select the main programme .

60

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Programme overview

To select the right wash programme, follow the fabric care symbols
on the labels of the wash items, e.g. .

Main programmes

Programme Symbol Type of wash

40

Whites
95 °C

Coloureds
60 °C

Coloureds
40 °C

Coloureds
20 °C

Woollens
30 °C

Hand wash
20 °C

WetClean
20 °C

Favourites 5 programmes that can be freely put together and saved ( ).

Steam
anti-crease

Proofing

Appliance
hygiene

White cottons, linens:
e.g. bed and table linen, towels, white or colour-fast underwear.

1×

Coloured cottons:

60

e.g. bright blouses, overalls, shirts, bed linen.

Coloured cottons (non-fast):

40

normal sportswear, blue jeans, sweatshirts, T-shirts.

Energy-saving programme for lightly soiled textiles with fabric care

20

symbols , , or .

Gentle wash for woollens and other delicates. Only for woollens with a
felt-free finish and labelled as «machine washable».

Very gentle wash for items labelled with the fabric care symbol.

For all fabrics labelled as washable. Most gentle treatment possible
through applying a gentle rocking motion and a fine spray of water.

Dry, creased washing that can be washed at min. 40 °C is partially
uncreased and made damp, ready to iron.

2×

For starching or proofing fabrics. The starching or proofing agent can be
added to the fabric conditioner compartment .

3×

Without any washing. A small amount of water is heated up to around
80 °C and the steam produced sharply reduces the germ count.

4×

30 40 60 95

1– 5

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… Programme overview

The stated consumption data and program durations are guide values and
refer to the maximum wash load with selected degree of soiling. The data can
vary with, for instance, towelling material, a very cold water feed, different
degree of soiling selected or a smaller wash load. The time remaining and
the programme end time shown are adjusted during the programme
sequence accordingly.

Load capacity Spin speed ¹ Duration ² Water Energy

1–8 kg 1200 rpm 1h38 2h15 75 l 2.2 kWh

1–8 kg 1200 rpm 1h15 1h32 65 l 1.3 kWh

1–8 kg 1200 rpm 1h05 1h14 65 l 0.8 kWh

1–8 kg 1200 rpm 0h59 1h00 70 l 0.3 kWh

1–2.5 kg 800 rpm 0h48 0h50 52 l 0.3 kWh

1–2 kg 600 rpm 0h45 0h48 58 l 0.2 kWh

1–1.5 kg 600 rpm 0h55 0h58 60 l 0.2 kWh

––––––

1–1.5 kg No spinning 0h23 0h23 1 l 0.1 kWh

1–3 kg 800 rpm 0h19 0h19 12 l 0.1 kWh

0 kg No spinning 0h23 0h37 9 l 0.7 kWh

¹

Factory setting
The longer programme duration is valid for 230 V~ 50 Hz, 10 A mains connection

²

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… Programme overview

Additional programmes

Easy care

For washing requiring very gentle treatment

䡲 Reduced washing action

䡲 Higher water level during washing and rinsing

䡲 Reduced spin speed: 800 rpm

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 3.5 kg

Pre-wash

Suitable for heavily soiled washing

䡲 Programme duration extended: about 15 minutes

Sport

Short programme for a smaller, lightly soiled wash load

SPORT

䡲 Programme duration

SPORT

20

+ : 26 minutes *

SPORT

40

+ : 29 minutes *

SPORT

60

+ : 39 minutes *

䡲 2 instead of 3 rinsing cycles

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 2.5 kg

At 230 V~ 50 Hz, 10 A mains connection, the programme duration is extended

*

Add a small quantity of wash detergent.
An excessively large washing load or too much wash detergent can
significantly lengthen the programme duration.

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… Programme overview

Steam anti-crease

The steam finish at the end of the programme significantly reduces
creasing in the washing. Recommended for items that crease easily,
e.g. shirts and blouses.

䡲 The washing is warm and should be hung up immediately to dry –

for easy ironing – or tumble dried.

䡲 To avoid renewed creasing at the end of the programme, the wash-

ing is loosened up for an extended period (about 60 minutes). The
washing can be unloaded at any time.

A Press the button and unload the washing.

䡲 Programme duration extended: about 20 minutes

䡲 Limited spin speed: max. 1000 rpm

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 2 kg

Night economy programme

Large energy savings due to reduced wash temperature. The extend­ed washing time ensures the washing performance is maintained.

䡲 Programme duration extended: 25–60 minutes

䡲 Energy saving depending on programme: 10–40 %

Water savings due to reduced amount of water for rinsing. The extend­ed rinsing time ensures the rinsing performance is maintained.

䡲 Water saving: 10–20 %

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… Programme overview

Fabric type

Depending on which main programme is selected, optimized pro­grammes for different fabric types are available.

40 60

«Cotton / Mix» Can be selected with , , and

䡲 Standard programme

20

«Shirts» Can be selected with and

40 60

䡲 Minimizes creasing

䡲 Uses steam anti-crease

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 7 shirts / blouses

40 60

«Leisurewear» Can be selected with , and

20

䡲 Suitable for waterproof and breathable clothing

䡲 Higher water level during washing and rinsing

䡲 Intermediate spinning for optimal removal of water out of

water-impermeable textiles

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 3 kg

«Net curtains» Can be selected with and

20

40

䡲 Reduced washing action for very gentle treatment

䡲 Higher water level during washing and spinning

䡲 Very gentle intermediate spinning

䡲 Washing remains lying in the water after the final rinse (stop after rinsing)

A Press the button 1×

– Start draining with spinning at 400 rpm

A Press the button 2×

–Start draining without spinning

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 2 kg

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… Programme overview

40

«Black garments» Can be selected with , and

䡲

Higher water level and extended rinsing

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 4 kg if and is selected

20

20

40

max. 2 kg if is selected

«Denim» Can be selected with and

20

40

䡲 Optimized for colour run from denim articles

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 4 kg

«Baby garments» Can be selected with , and the

40 60

additional programme «95 °C whites»

䡲 Very thorough rinsing for the protection of sensitive baby skin

䡲 At 95 °C: additional pre-wash

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 5 kg

40 60

«Down filling» Can be selected with , and

20

䡲 Optimized for the particular wetting characteristics of down fabrics

䡲 Intermediate spinning for optimal draining

䡲 Optimum wash load: 1 item of washing, max. 2 kg

«Silks» Can be selected with

䡲 Optimized for silk fabrics

䡲 Reduced spinning to minimize creasing

䡲 Optimum wash load: max. 1.5 kg

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… Programme overview

Degree of soiling / Anti-mite

Adjustment to the degree of soiling of the washing

«Soiling light»

䡲 Suitable for lightly soiled washing

«Soiling medium»

䡲 Wash time extended: about 15 minutes

«Soiling normal»

䡲 Wash time extended: 25–40 minutes

«Soiling heavy»

䡲 Extended wash time

䡲 Higher water level during washing

䡲 Additional rinsing cycle

«Anti-mite»

䡲 Can be selected with and the additional programme «95 °C whites»

60

only

䡲 Suitable for individuals with an allergy to mites

– The main wash is extended and intensified at the temperature set. The

mites are killed and the allergens are rinsed out thoroughly.

«Soaking»

䡲 An additional soaking cycle is carried out before the main wash.

A Press the button to set the soaking time (0.5–6 hours).

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… Programme overview

Separate rinsing / Separate spinning

It is possible to skip parts of the programme selected.

A Select main programme according to fabric care labels.

A Press the button 1×.

– Rinsing and final spin are selected.

A Press the button 2×.

– Last rinsing cycle / Conditioning and final spin are selected.

A Press the button 3×.

– Separate final spin is selected.

Bio wash (alkaline detergent + bleach)

The programme sequence is adapted for the use of multi-component deter­gents (alkaline detergent + bleach). First the alkaline detergent with softener
(compartment II) is added to the wash and the suds are heated up to 40 °C.
Then after around 6 minutes the bleach (compartment I) is added.

A Select main programme.

A Press the button 2×.

– «Bio wash» appears in the graphic display.

Soap wash (softener + soap detergent)

The programme sequence is adapted for the use of multi-component deter­gents (softener + soap detergent). The softener (compartment I) and the soap
detergent (compartment II) are added to the wash one after the other.

A Select main programme.

A Press the button 3×.

– «Soap wash» appears in the graphic display.

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… Programme overview

Additional functions

Function / Symbol Type of wash

Temperature setting

Spinning

Delayed start

Quick wash / End of

programme

The temperature can be changed in steps of 10 °C or 15 °C, allow­in g lig htly soi led (not stained) t extiles to be washe d wi th a s aving in
energy.

Cold wash

Temperature below 20 °C.

The spin speed can be changed in steps of 200 rpm (1200, 1000,
800, 600, 400 rpm, stop after rinsing, 1600, 1400 rpm). Delicates
than thus be spun at a lower spin speed. However, this increases
the drying time (greater energy consumption for tumble drying).

Take advantage of cheap-rate electricity (delayed start period of
1–24 hours). When the time set is reached, the programme starts
automatically.

Press the button to skip individual parts of a programme at
any time during the programme sequence.

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… Programme overview

Favourites

Simplifies selecting frequently used programmes. You can compile
your own favourites. Favourites are easy to start.

䡲 A maximum of 5 favourites can be saved.

The appliance door has to be open to define, change or delete a fa­vourite.

Defining your favourites

A Open the appliance door.

A Press the button.

Define favourite

A Press the button again.

A Select the desired main programme, addi-

tional programmes and additional functions,
e.g.:

A Press the button.

Save favourite «YES»:

A Press the button.

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– The changes are saved.

Save favourite «NO»:

A Press the button.

– The changes are not saved.

Define favourite

empty

1

40 ˚C Sport 0h29

1

1

save changes?

YES: NO:

40 ˚C Sport 0h29

1

Define favourite

empty

1

15:38

15:38

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… Programme overview

Starting your favourite

A Close the appliance door.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

desired favourite appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

– The programme starts automatically after

20 seconds.

Changing your favourite

A Open the appliance door.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

desired favourite appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A To change your favourite:

Select a new main programme, additional
programmes and additional functions, e.g.:

A Press the button.

Save changes «YES»:

A Press the button.

20

– The changes are saved.

40 ˚C Sport 0h29

1

40 ˚C Sport 0h29

1

60 ˚C Coloureds 1h15

1

1

save changes?

YES: NO:

60 ˚C Coloureds 1h15

1

Save changes «NO»:

A Press the button.

– The changes are not saved.

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40 ˚C Sport 0h29

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… Programme overview

Deleting a favourite

A Open the appliance door.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

favourite to be deleted appears in the
graphic display, e.g.:

A Hold the button depressed for about

3seconds.

Delete favourite «YES»:

A Press the button.

20

– The favourite is deleted.

Delete favourite «NO»:

A Press the button.

– The favourite remains saved.

40 ˚C Sport 0h29

1

1

clear?

YES: NO:

Define favourite

1

empty

15:38

40 ˚C Sport 0h29

1

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User settings

Providing no programme is running and no error message is displayed, the
user settings can be changed with the appliance door open or closed. The
procedure is generally the same for all settings.

Changing user settings

A Hold the button depressed for

5 seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

desired setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A To change, press the button.

60

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

Exiting user settings

A Press the button repeatedly until the graphic display goes out.

If no button is pressed within the next 15 seconds, user settings is
exited and the graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Childproof lock

ON

Childproof lock

OFF

26

… User settings

The following two-page diagram gives an overview of the possible user
settings.

Hold button depressed for 5 seconds

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

• Text in Deutsch

Language

D/F/I/R/E

English

• Texte en français

• Testo in italiano

• Text in english

• …

Time and date
set?

Rinsing

Soft water

Spin speed

Standard

OFF

1200 rpm

• Time / Date

• Standard *

• More water

• +1 rinse

• More water +1 rinse

• More water +2 rinses (skin protection)

• OFF *

• ON

• 1200 rpm *

• 1400, 1600, 400, 600, 800, 1000 rpm

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… User settings

Hygiene recommendation

Childproof lock

automatic

Door opener

Brightness

Factory settings
restore?

ON

OFF

ON

• OFF

• ON *

• OFF *

• ON

• ON *

• OFF

• 1 very dark

• 2 dark

• 3 medium *

3

• 4 bright

• 5 very bright

• YES

• NO

* Factory settings

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… User settings

Language

The language in the graphic display can be changed.

Changing the language

A Hold the button depressed for

5seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current language setting appears in the
graphic display, e.g.:

A Press the button repeatedly until the

60

desired setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

Restore language to the «factory setting»

With the appliance switched off

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Language

Sprache

D/F/I/R/E

English

D/F/I/R/E

Deutsch

40 20

A Hold the , , and buttons

60

depressed for 10 seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

60

desired setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

Language

Sprache

D/F/I/R/E

English

D/F/I/R/E

Deutsch

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… User settings

Time / Date

The time and date must be reset if the appliance has been disconnected from
the mains for a longer period of time (about 5 weeks).

To ensure the time and date are stored, the appliance should not be
disconnected from the mains supply for at least 30 minutes after
making the settings.

Changing the time / date

A Hold the button depressed for

5 seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

following appears in the graphic display:

A Press the button.

60

– The hour value flashes and can be

changed.

A Press the button to change the

60

value.

A Press the button.

– The next value flashes and can be

changed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Time and date
set?

Time
Date

15:38

17.01.2010

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… User settings

Rinsing

There are 5 different settings for rinsing intensity.

«Standard»

䡲 Normal water level

«More water»

䡲 The water level is increased by 1–3 cm during main wash and each rinse

cycle.

«+1 rinse»

䡲 An extra rinse cycle is added to each programme.

«More water +1 rinse»

䡲 An extra rinse cycle is added to each programme and the water level is

also increased by 1–3 cm during main wash and each rinse cycle.

«Skin protection»

䡲 Two extra rinse cycles are added to each programme and the water level

is also increased by 5 cm during each rinse cycle. This function is particu­larly suitable for people with sensitive skin or with a suspected allergy to
washing detergent.

Changing the rinsing intensity

A Hold the button depressed for

5seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A Press the button repeatedly until the

60

desired setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Rinsing

Standard

Rinsing

more water

31

… User settings

Soft water

The programmes can be adjusted for use with very soft water (e.g. in Ticino).
The slightly reduced wash action prevents excessive foaming. Since the
detergent does not rinse out as well with soft water, the amount of water used
for rinsing is increased slightly and an extra rinse cycle is added.

Switching soft water on / off

A Hold the button depressed for

5 seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A Press the button.

60

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Soft water

OFF

Soft water

ON

32

… User settings

Spin speed

Each programme and combination of programmes is assigned an optimum
spin speed at the factory. This can be adjusted to suit individual needs.

Increasing the spin speed: To protect delicates, can only be used with

suitable programmes (e.g. whites).

Reducing the spin speed: Can be used with all programmes.

Setting maximum spin speed

A Hold the button depressed for

5seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current spin speed appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A Press the button repeatedly until the

60

desired setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Spinning at

1200 rpm

Spinning at

800 rpm

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… User settings

Hygiene recommendation

It is common nowadays to select programmes with temperatures below
60 °C in order to save energy. These achieve perfectly good results with light­ly soiled everyday washing. Washing almost exclusively with low tempera­tures will result in the formation of foul smelling coatings in the appliance. To
prevent this, a «hygiene recommendation» indicates when it is recommenda­ble to wash with a wash temperature of at least 60 °C, or to use the hygiene
programme.

Switching the hygiene recommendation on / off

A Hold the button depressed for

5 seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A Press the button repeatedly until the

60

desired setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Hygiene recommendation

ON

Hygiene recommendation

OFF

34

… User settings

Childproof lock

The childproof lock is to prevent children accidentally starting or stopping a
programme. If the childproof lock is on, a programme can only be started by
pressing two buttons simultaneously.

Switching the childproof lock on / off

A Hold the button depressed for

5seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A Press the button.

60

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Childproof lock

OFF

Childproof lock

ON

Automatic door opener

If the automatic door opener is on, the appliance door opens automatically at
the end of the programme. Otherwise it remains closed and can be opened
by pressing the button.

Switching the automatic door opener on / off

A Hold the button depressed for

5seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A Press the button.

60

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

automatic
Door opener ON

automatic
Door opener OFF

35

… User settings

Brightness

The wording in the graphic display can be set to 5 levels.

䡲 1 very dark

䡲 2 dark

䡲 3 medium

䡲 4 bright

䡲 5 very bright

Change the brightness level

A Hold the button depressed for

5 seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

current setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

A Press the button repeatedly until the

95

desired setting appears in the graphic
display, e.g.:

– The setting is taken over automatically

and must not be confirmed.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

graphic display goes out.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Brightness

Brightness

3

2

36

… User settings

Restoring factory settings

The factory settings can be restored.

Any favourites that have been saved will be deleted.

A Hold the button depressed for

5seconds.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

following appears in the graphic display:

A Press the button.

60

Restore factory settings «YES»:

A Press the button.

20

Restore factory settings «NO»:

A Press the button.

User settings
FNXXX XXXXXX

Factory settings
restore?

Factory settings

YES: NO:

Factory settings
restored!

37

Washing

Preparing the appliance

A Ensure that the foreign body trap 1 is sitting

properly.

1

A Plug the appliance in at the mains or turn the wall

switch on.

– The appliance switches on.

A Turn the water tap on.

A Press the button to open the appliance

door.

1

1

0

0

38

… Washing

Loading the appliance

A Load dry washing (max. 8 kg).

䡲 If washing normally soiled whites and col-

oureds, fill the washing drum.

䡲 If washing heavily soiled whites and col-

oureds, fill the washing drum max. ¾ full.

䡲 If washing easy care cotton fabrics, white

and coloured synthetic fabrics as well as
mixed fabrics, fill the washing drum
max. ½ full.

䡲 If washing delicates, woollens, silks, poly-

acrylics or net curtains, fill the washing drum
max. ¼ full.

For wet loads, halve these load capacities.

To prevent unbalanced spinning, vibration noise and interrupted spin­ning action, avoid loading the washing drum with any one single,
heavy item.

A Close the appliance door (push to).

– The following appears in the graphic

display:

Select programme

15:38

– The programme selection indicator

lights flash.

If no programme selection is made within 20 seconds, all the displays go out.
A programme selection can still be made, however.

39

… Washing

Adding washing detergent

A Pull the detergent dispenser drawer out as far as it

will go.

Powder detergent

If using powder detergent, flap 1 in compartment II
must be open.

A Lift flap 1 and push back.

Liquid detergent

If using liquid detergent, flap 1 in compartment II
must be closed.

A Pull flap 1 to the front and fold down.

Do not fill with liquid detergent past the upper mark.
Liquid detergent can only be used for the main wash
with programmes without a pre-wash. They are only
suitable for wash temperatures to 60 °C. With pro­grammes with a wash temperature of 95 °C, liquid
detergents are not as effective as they do not contain
bleach.

Liquid detergents are best used with the main programmes

20

/ / / and with programmes with and .

M
A

1

X

SPORT

Liquid detergent and a delayed start

If a delayed start has been selected, after loading the washing the liquid
detergent should be added to a dosing aid (e.g. ball). It is important that the
liquid detergent does not spill onto the washing during the delayed start
period, otherwise the washing could be damaged through a possible chemi­cal reaction.

40

… Washing

Detergent dosage

Adding too much detergent could cause excess foaming, giving a
poor wash result and, in the worst case, causing damage to the
appliance.

The amount of detergent required depends on the degree of soiling as well
as the wash load, the hardness of the water and the product being used.
Follow the detergent manufacturer’s dosing instructions.

The hardness of the water is measured using the French degree of water
hardness (°fH) and is subdivided into three categories:

䡲 soft 0 °fH to 15 °fH
䡲 medium 15 °fH to 25 °fH
䡲 hard over 25 °fH (NB Use water softener to reduce amount of

washing detergent required.)

The local water authorities can provide information on the level of water hard­ness in your area.

Compartment

Pre-wash detergent Add to compartment I

II I

Main detergent Add to compartment II
Fabric conditioner (softener) Add to compartment

Bio wash

Alkaline detergent Add to compartment
Bleach Add to compartment I
Fabric conditioner (softener) Add to compartment

II

M
A
X

Soap wash

Water softener Add to compartment

I

Soap detergent Add to compartment II
Fabric conditioner (softener) Add to compartment

41

… Washing

Fabric conditioner

Do not fill with fabric conditioner past the «MAX» mark.
Do not use fabric conditioner if drying the washing in a tumble dryer. Tumble
drying automatically leaves the washing soft and fluffy to the touch.

Soap detergent (Softener + soap detergent)

Select the additional «Soap wash» programme to wash with soap detergent.
Since soap binds with lime, soap detergent should only be used when the
water is soft or moderately hard (up to 25 °fH) and limescale protection is
added. Soap scum can otherwise form and build up in the laundry and the
appliance. Further, limescale build-up on the tub heating element can result
in damage to the appliance.

Dyeing textiles

Textiles can be dyed in the appliance using suitable dyeing agents. Please
follow the manufacturer’s safety instructions and warnings carefully.

Each wash programme starts with brief draining and for this reason
liquid dye components should be added after this.

After adding the wash detergent

A Push the detergent dispenser drawer back in.

A Select programme.

42

… Washing

Programme selection

«Press and go»

A main programme can be started at the press of a single button. All the
necessary settings for the programme are provided automatically.
Select or deselect any additional programmes or functions by pressing the
relevant buttons.
If no other button is pressed within the next 20 seconds, the programme
selected starts automatically.

Use 'Programme overview' to determine which programme is the
most suitable for your washing.

Select main programme

A Close the appliance door.

– The indicator lights for the programme selection buttons flash.

60

40

20

A Press the programme selection button required (press and 1× or

SPORT

several times).

– The indicator light for the programme selected illuminates.

– The programme selected, the likely duration (hours/minutes) and the

end time are displayed.

– The indicator lights for additional programmes that may be selected

flash.

During this time it is possible to select a different programme. All ad­ditional programmes selected are cancelled and must be reselected.

– If no other button is pressed within the next 20 seconds, the programme

selected starts automatically.

43

… Washing

Selecting additional programme

Easy care With steam anti-crease

With pre-wash Night economy programme

SPORT

Sport

A Press the required button when the indicator light flashes.

– The new programme duration along with other information on the addi-

tional programme selected appear in the graphic display.

Selecting fabric type

204060

40

A Immediately after selecting a programme, press the button repeatedly

SPORT

until the required fabric type appears in the graphic display:

䡲 «Cotton / Mix»

䡲 «Shirts»

䡲 «Leisurewear»

䡲 «Net curtains»

䡲 «Black garments»

䡲 «Denim»

䡲 «Baby garments»

䡲 «Down filling»

䡲 «Silks»

– The likely duration of the programme appears in the graphic display.

Only certain of the fabric types above will be available for selection
depending on the main programme selected.

44

… Washing

Selecting degree of soiling / anti-mite / soaking

429.254 Pt

60

A Immediately after selecting the programme, press the button repeat-

204060

SPORT

edly until the desired degree of soiling appears in the graphic display:

䡲 «Soiling light»

䡲 «Soiling medium»

䡲 «Soiling normal»

䡲 «Soiling heavy»

䡲 «Anti-mite»

䡲 «Soaking»

– The likely duration of the programme appears in the graphic display.

Anti-mite can only be selected with the programme and the extra

60

programme «95 °C whites».

Setting the soaking time

A Select «Soaking» as the degree of soiling.

A Press the button repeatedly until the desired soaking time appears in

the graphic display.

The soaking time can be set at intervals of 30 minutes, starting initially at
2 hours and going down to 30 minutes and then at 6 hours and going down
to 30 minutes.

The soaking and delayed start functions cannot be used at the same
time.
If the water used for soaking is not to be used for the main wash,
prewash has also to be selected using the button.

45

… Washing

Changing the temperature

204060

40

A Immediately after selecting a programme, press the button repeatedly

SPORT

until the desired temperature appears in the graphic display.

It is still possible to change the temperature once the programme has
started running.

Changing the spin speed

204060

40

A Immediately after selecting a programme, press the button repeatedly

SPORT

until the desired spin speed appears in the graphic display.

It is possible to change the current setting while a programme is
running.

The recommended and maximum settable spin speed depends on the pro­gramme selected.

With «No spinning / Stop after rinsing», the washing remains lying in the water
after the final rinse. There is no spinning nor intermediate spinning.

46

… Washing

Selecting delayed start

204060

40

A Immediately after selecting a programme, hold the button depressed

SPORT

or press button repeatedly until the desired programme end time (max.
24 hours) appears in the graphic display.

– The graphic display goes dark.

– When the time set is reached, the programme selected starts automati-

cally.

Washing can be added at any time.

The time remaining to the delayed start can be reduced (in 30 minute
intervals) to null by repeatedly pressing the button.

Selecting bio wash / soap wash

A Select programme.

A Press the button 2×.

A Press the button 3×.

Bio wash
Wash detergent + Bleach

Softener + Soap

1h10

1h10Soap wash

Selecting separate rinsing / separate spinning

A Select programme.

A Press the button 1×.

A Press the button 2×.

A Press the button 3×.

Rinsing

0h40

15:38

Final rinse 0h18

15:16

Final spin 0h12

15:10

47

… Washing

Opening the appliance door during operation

The appliance door can only be opened if the water level and temperature
are still low and there is no spinning in progress. As long as the indicator light
for the button is illuminated, the appliance door can be opened.

A Press the button.

– The appliance door opens.

– The graphic display flashes.

A Add or unload wash items.

A Close the appliance door.

– The programme is resumed.

In the event of a power failure, the appliance door can only be opened
using the emergency door release.
The programme memory ensures that the programme sequence is
resumed after a power failure.

Changing selection

During programme selection

A Press another programme button.

– All settings are cancelled.

After a programme has started

The spin speed and temperature can still be changed. To change any other
settings, the programme must be aborted.

Aborting a programme

A Press the button repeatedly until the

following appears in the graphic display:

Draining 0h01

end 15:38

– This part of the programme cannot be skipped and will be carried out in

full.

48

… Washing

Programme selection with childproof lock activated

How to turn the childproof lock on/off is described in 'User settings'.

A Close the appliance door.

– In the graphic display appears:

– The indicator lights for the programme

buttons flash.

A Hold the desired programme button depressed and at the same time press

the button.

Childproof lock

12:32

60

40

20

SPORT

The appliance can now be operated without regard to the childproof
lock until the programme starts.

Aborting a programme

A Hold the active programme button depressed – the indicator light

illuminates – and at the same time press the button.

49

… Washing

End of programme

Loosening up the washing

Shortly before the end of the programme, the washing is loosened up. This
takes about 1–2 minutes. If steam anti-crease has been selected, the loosen­ing-up period is extended to about 60 minutes to prevent further creasing.

Press the button to unload the washing at any time during the
loosening-up phase.

With «Automatic door opener OFF»

When the programme has finished, the
following appears in the graphic display for
20 minutes:

A Press the button.

– The appliance door opens and the

washing can be unloaded.

In the event of a power failure, the appliance door can only be opened
using the emergency door release.

End of programme

With «Automatic door opener ON»

䡲 The appliance door opens automatically at the end of the programme.

䡲 The washing can be unloaded.

With «Stop after rinsing»

The washing remains lying in the water after the final rinse. The water must
be drained off before the washing can be unloaded.

A Press the button 1×.

– The washing is spun at the speed set for the programme selected.

A Press the button 2×.

– Draining without spinning.

50

… Washing

With display /

A With one of the next wash cycles carry out a wash with at least 60 °C.

Hygiene recommendation:
at least 60˚C programme

or select appliance
hygiene

Or

A Remove washing.

A Press the button 4×.

– The programme «appliance hygiene» starts.

End of the wash day

A Clean the detergent dispenser drawer if

necessary.

A After finishing washing for the day, remove

any deposits or foreign bodies from out of the
door seal.

A Push the appliance door to, but do not close.

– This allows the washing drum and the door

seal to dry.

51

Care and maintenance

Using the correct dosage of washing detergent will automatically clean the
inside of the appliance. Immediately wipe away all traces of washing deter­gent from the chrome steel with a soft cloth to avoid staining.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

If the normal dosage of washing detergent is used, the compartments in the
detergent dispenser drawer are cleaned by the water flowing in. Wash out the
detergent compartments if particularly soiled.

Cleaning the detergent compartments

A Pull the detergent dispenser drawer 1 out as far as it

will go, then lift slightly and remove.

A Wash out the detergent compartments.

Cleaning the siphon and suction tube

A Pull the siphon 2 in the fabric conditioner compart-

ment in the direction of the arrow.

A Clean the siphon 2 and suction tube 3.

A Replace the siphon correctly.

Cleaning the water inlet filter

To avoid blockages, the mesh filter 4 in the water inlet
must be periodically checked and, if necessary, cleaned.

The water inlet should be tested for leaks following
maintenance work.

2

M
A
X

1

2

3

4

52

… Care and maintenance

Emergency draining

The water in the appliance may be hot. Scalding hazard! Allow to
cool before emergency draining.

In the event of a blocked water outlet or drain pump, a malfunction or a power
failure, if there is water still in the appliance it must be drained off as follows:

A Open drain tray 2 by pressing in the bottom area.

2

Or

A Remove quick operating instructions 1 from the

wash detergent drawer and open drain tray 2.

A Fold drain tray 2 fully down.

– The drain tray also functions as a receptacle for

collecting the water being drained off.

A Release the foreign body trap 3 slightly by slowly

turning it anti-clockwise. Steadily drain off the water.

From time to time the drain tray may have to emptied.

A Close the foreign body trap by turning it clockwise

and remove the drain tray 2 from the front.

A Empty the drain tray and then put it back in position

(push it straight in until it clicks into position).

When draining off the water, the drain tray can be removed and a
larger receptacle used in its place. The appliance can hold up to
30 litres of water.

1

2

1

2

3

2

53

… Care and maintenance

Cleaning the foreign body trap

The foreign body trap 1 must be periodically cleaned of any deposits.

The foreign body trap should also be cleaned after washing, e.g. pet
blankets or other wash items that cause a thick build-up of fluff.

A Drain off any residual water, see 'Emergency

draining'.

A Then turn the foreign body trap 1 anti-clockwise

and remove. Clean thoroughly.

A Remove any foreign objects (e. g. buttons,

coins, etc).

1

A With the emergency door release tool 3, check

that the suds pump’s impeller 2 can turn.

A If the impeller 2 does not turn, please contact

Customer Services.

The impeller 2 may turn stiffly. This is con­struction related and does not indicate the
presence of any foreign object or defect.

A Insert foreign body trap 1 – with the cam

4 pointing upwards – as far as the stop and
then turn clockwise as far as the stop.

A Replace the drain tray and close it to.

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4

1

54

Trouble-shooting

This section lists faults that can be solved simply by following the instructions
given. If another fault is displayed or the fault cannot be remedied, please call
Customer Services.

Before calling Customer Service,
please note down the error message
in full (message, (FN) serial number
and (E) error number).

What to do if …

A2 Check water outlet

… appears

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The foreign body trap or

suds pump is blocked.

䡲 The drain hose is bent or

kinked.

䡲 The outlet or drain trap is

clogged.

䡲 The circulation nozzle is

clogged.

A Remove the cause of the problem.

A Cancel the error message by pressing the

button.

A Restart the programme.

FXX/EXXX FNXXX XXXXXX
see instructions

55

… Trouble-shooting

A3 Foreign body trap

… appears

clean

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The foreign body trap is

clogged.

䡲 The circulation nozzle is

clogged.

A Remove the cause of the problem.

A Cancel the error message by pressing the

button.

A Restart the programme.

A5 Spin stop:

… appears

Unbalanced load

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Large items are unevenly

distributed in the washing
drum.

䡲 Pillows or similar items in

the wash.

䡲 Wash items are tangled. A Separate the wash items.

A Wash large and small items together to

reduce the possibility of unbalanced loads
forming.

A Remove the pillows.

A Spin the washing again.

A Spin the pillows separately.

A Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases.

A Spin the washing again.

A6 Foreign body trap

… appears

check

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The foreign body trap is

missing or is not sitting
correctly.

A Ensure the foreign body trap is sitting

correctly.

A Cancel the error message by pressing

the button.

A Restart the programme.

56

… Trouble-shooting

A9 Check water inlet?

… appears

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The water tap is turned

off.

䡲 The mesh filter in the

water connection is
clogged.

䡲 An interruption in the

A Remove the cause of the problem or wait

until the water supply is restored.

A Cancel the error message by pressing

the button.

A Restart the programme.

water supply.

䡲 The water pressure is

too low.

F6/E77

… appears

see instructions

FNXXX XXXXXX

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Related to anti-leak

protection.

A Turn off the water tap.

A Note down the error message in full

(message, serial number and error
number).

A Cancel the error message by pressing

the button.

A Do not interrupt the power supply to the

appliance for the next 10 minutes so that
the drain pump can continue to run.

A Call Customer Services.

57

… Trouble-shooting

FXX/EXXX FNXXX XXXXXX

… appears

see instructions

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Various situations can

lead to an «F» error
message.

A Cancel the error message by pressing

the button.

A Switch off the power supply for about

1 minute.

A Switch the power supply back on again and

select a new programme.

A If the error message reappears, note down

the error message in full (message, serial
number and error number), turn off the
water supply and switch off the power
supply.

A Call Customer Services.

If there is still some washing in the appliance:

A Carry out emergency draining.

A Use the emergency door release.

A Unload the washing.

A Call Customer Services.

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… Trouble-shooting

U1/E27 FNXXX XXXXXX

… appears

see instructions

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Faulty electrical

connection.

䡲 Over-voltage

A Cancel the error message by pressing

the button.

A Switch off the power supply for about

1 minute.

A Switch the power supply back on again and

select a new programme.

A If the error message reappears, note down

the error message in full (message, serial
number and error number), then interrupt
the electricity supply.

A Call Customer Services.

Formation of foam

… appears

Programme extended

Possible cause Solution

䡲 If there is very heavy

foaming during the wash
cycle, the programme is
automatically extended

A Reduce the amount of washing detergent

used next time.

A Adjust the amount of washing detergent

used to the water hardness.

by an additional rinsing
cycle. This improves the
wash results, but also
increases the duration of
the programme.

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… Trouble-shooting

Hygiene recommendation:

… / appears

at least 60˚C programme

or select appliance
hygiene

Possible cause Solution

䡲 No wash cycle has taken

place at a temperature of
at least 60 °C over a long
period of time.

A With one of the next wash cycles carry out

a wash with at least 60 °C.

Or

A Run the programme «appliance hygiene»

without carrying out a wash.

… the programme takes significantly longer than indicated

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Too much washing

detergent. Lengthening

A Reduce the amount of washing detergent

used next time.

the rinsing time.

䡲 Uneven load in the

washing drum.

A Wash large and small items together to

reduce the possibility of unbalanced loads
forming.

䡲 Very cold water intake.

The heating period is
extended.

inlet water very cold

… appears

heating extended

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Inlet water very cold.

Heating is extended.

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… Trouble-shooting

too many articles

… appears

heating extended

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Selected programme is

intended for a reduced
washing load. If there are

A With the next wash cycle adjust the amount

of articles to the max. washing load (see

'Programme overview').
too many articles, heating
and possibly also the
rinsing will be extended.

… the washing is not spinning or is not being spun properly

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The spin speed set is too

low.

䡲 Too uneven a load in the

washing drum. The wash
items cannot be more

A Increase the spin speed for the next wash

cycle.

A Wash large and small items together to

reduce the possibility of very unbalanced

loads forming.
evenly distributed.

䡲 Steam anti-crease was

selected and the appli-

A Optimize the appliance set-up according to

the installation instructions.
ance was not standing
level.

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… Trouble-shooting

large unbalance

… appears

spin extended

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Large unbalance in the

washing drum. The
appliance tries to improve

A Wash large and small items together to

reduce the possibility of unbalanced loads

forming.
the distribution of the
washing load.
The final spin is extended.

… vibrating heavily when spinning

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The transport lock has not

A Remove the transport lock.

been removed.

䡲 The feet of the appliance

are not properly adjusted.

䡲 The load could not be

optimally balanced in the
washing drum. This is not

A Optimize the appliance set-up according to

the installation instructions.

A Wash large and small items together to

reduce the possibility of unbalanced loads

forming.
a malfunction.

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… Trouble-shooting

… at the end of the programme, the appliance door does not open when

the button is pressed

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The appliance door is

stuck.

A Press hard against the lock side of the

appliance door (i.e. front edge of appliance
door).

A Some text appears in the graphic display.

A Press the button.

䡲 An interruption in the pow-

A Use the emergency door release.

er supply.

… water sounds are heard at the end of the programme when the washing

drum is turned by hand

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Water carried in corruga-

tions for the purpose of
equalizing the unbalance

No action is necessary. The expelled water is
automatically pumped out and there are no

negative consequences.
was unable to be
completely drained
before the end of the
programme.

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… Trouble-shooting

… traces of washing detergent left behind in the washing detergent

compartment

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Damp or lumpy washing

A Store washing detergent in a dry place.

detergent.

䡲 The washing detergent

compartment was damp

A Wipe the washing detergent compartment

dry before adding the detergent.
and a delayed start was
selected.

䡲 The water flow pressure is

A Open the water tap fully.

too low.

䡲 The water inlet is scaled

up.

A Check the water supply and, if necessary,

clean the mesh filter.

A Clean the nozzles above the detergent

dispenser drawer.

䡲 The flap for liquid

A Put the flap in the upper position.

detergent is down.

… traces of fabric conditioner or water left behind in the fabric conditioner

compartment

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The siphon in the fabric

A Ensure the siphon is in place correctly.

conditioner compartment
is missing or is not in
place correctly.

䡲 The siphon or suction

A Clean the siphon and suction tube.

tube is clogged.

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… Trouble-shooting

… the water rate of flow from the circulation nozzle is too low

Possible cause Solution

䡲 The circulation nozzle is

A Clean the nozzle.

clogged.

䡲 The foreign body trap is

A Clean the foreign body trap.

clogged.

… the washing load is still dry at the end of the programme and no error

message is displayed

Possible cause Solution

䡲 «Demonstration mode» is

activated.

A Open the appliance door.

A Keep buttons and depressed

A Simultaneously press button .

– In the graphic display appears:

Demonstration mode

ON

A Press button once again.

– In the graphic display appears:

Demonstration mode

OFF

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… Trouble-shooting

Opening the appliance door in the event of a power failure

Ensure that the washing drum is stationary. Do not touch the drum
while it is still in motion – risk of serious injury.

If the emergency door release tool 2 is missing, a screw driver can be
used instead.

A Turn off the water tap.

A Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply.

A Open drain tray 2 by pressing in the bottom area.

Or

A Remove quick operating instructions 1 from the

wash detergent drawer and open drain tray 2.

A Fold drain tray 2 fully down.

A If necessary, carry out emergency draining.
A Remove the drain tray 2.
A Remove the emergency door release tool 3 from its

fastening.

A Insert the emergency door release tool into opening

4 and turn in the direction of the arrow.

– The appliance door springs open.

Right hand door hinge Left hand door hinge

2

1

2

1

3

4

2

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Washing tips

Fabric care symbols

To wash items correctly, please follow the fabric care symbols on the labels
of the wash items.

General tips

䡲 Wash white and coloured textiles separately.

䡲 Empty pockets and turn inside out. Remove any foreign objects (coins,

nails, paper clips, etc.).

䡲 Empty and brush out pockets of work overalls worn in the metal industry

(metal shavings can damage the washing and cause rust stains).

䡲 Fasten duvet covers and pillow cases; close zips and hook and eye fasten-

ers; fasten cloth belts and apron ties.

䡲 Wash smaller items (e.g. nylon tights, belts) and items with zips and hooks

in a washing net or cushion cover.

䡲 Remove stains before washing using a suitable stain remover.

䡲 Pre-treat heavily soiled areas (collars, cuffs, etc.) with soap, special deter-

gent or paste.

䡲 For heavily soiled washing, select the additional pre-wash programme

or change the degree of soiling to «heavy».

䡲 Wash woollens and other textiles with the fabric care label using the

main hand wash programme or WetClean and detergent suitable
for woollens and delicates.

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… Washing tips

Net curtains

If washing curtains made from mixed or man-made fibres:

䡲 Ask the retailer whether the curtains are machine washable and, if so, at

what water temperature.

䡲 Fill the washing drum only a quarter full.

䡲 Tie up metal rollers and plastic sliders using an open weave fabric.

䡲 Use a mild detergent (use sparingly due to foaming).

䡲 With older, faded curtains, the material is weaker and may be easily dam-

aged if machine washed.

䡲 A special programme is available for gently washing net curtains.

A Select main programme or

A Press the button repeatedly until «Net curtains» appears in the

20 40

graphic display.

Energy and water economy

䡲 Use the maximum wash load capacity of the particular programme.

䡲 For greater washing economy, select the «Night economy programme».

䡲 Select «Pre-wash» or «Soak» only for washing that is heavily soiled or

stained».

䡲 For lightly soiled washing without staining select the main programme

20

or the «Sport» function.

䡲 Follow the instructions on the packaging of the washing detergent for how

much washing detergent to add.

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… Washing tips

Unsatisfactory wash results

White residue on washing

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Despite thorough rinsing,

badly soluble compounds
(zeolites) in the detergent
can be left on the
washing.

Grey residue on washing

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Grease and dirt particles

have not been removed
from fabric effectively.

䡲 Residue from detergent,

limescale and dirt.

䡲 Overloaded washing

drum.

A Shake out or brush the wash items.

A Rewash the items again with just a little

detergent.

A Use a liquid detergent that does not contain

zeolites.

A Select the additional «Black garments»

programme.

A Use more detergent next time.

A Use heavy-duty washing detergent.

A Adjust the amount of detergent to the water

hardness and the degree of soiling of the
washing.

A Put fewer items in the washing drum.

Cloths feel hard to the touch after washing

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Poor rinse effect through

A Select user setting «soft water».

«very soft» water (below
15 °fH).

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… Washing tips

Unsatisfactory wash result using detergent for coloureds

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Exceptionally heavily

soiled washing.

䡲 Washing detergent

A Select stronger wash programme, e.g.

degree of soiling «normal» or «heavy».

A Use washing detergent containing bleach.

used (detergents for
coloureds) does not
contain bleach. Fruit,
coffee or tea stains
cannot be removed.

Unsatisfactory wash result using liquid detergent

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Liquid detergent used

A Use washing detergent containing bleach.

does not contain bleach.
Fruit, coffee and tea
stains cannot be
removed.

Soap deposits on washing

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Water too hard. A Only use soap detergent if the water

hardness does not exceed 25 °fH.

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… Washing tips

Colours running in the wash

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Non-fast colours in the

wash.

A Wash white and coloured textiles

separately.

A Follow the fabric care instructions on the

items of washing.

䡲 Objects in the wash

A Empty garment pockets.

whose colour has run.

Unsatisfactory rinsing performance

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Too much washing

detergent.

䡲 Very «soft» water

(below 15 °fH).

A Adjust the washing detergent dosage to the

water hardness and degree of soiling.

A Set to the soft water setting (see 'User

settings').

Fabric stains

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Rust stains.

䡲 Chemical effect.

A Brush out work overall pockets.

A Residues from hair care products,

cosmetics and plants can react with the
suds to cause a chemical reaction that
can result in staining.

A Wash items with metal parts separately.

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… Washing tips

Holes, rips or tears

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Washing items with zips

or hooks (e.g. bras) open.

A Fasten zip fasteners and hooks before

washing.

A Wash delicates in a laundry bag or pillow

case.

A Turn garment pockets inside out.

䡲 Chemical effect of

washing detergent.

䡲 Fabric quality, wear and

A Do not put washing detergent directly on to

fabrics.

tear, weathering of fibres.

䡲 Washing drum damaged

by foreign objects (e.g.
nails, paper clips, bra
hooks).

A Inspect the washing drum for foreign

objects and for damage.

A Remove foreign objects.

A Call Customer Services if the washing drum

is damaged.

Fabric wear

Possible cause Solution

䡲 Washing drum

A Put less laundry into the washing drum.

overloaded.

䡲 Friction between fabrics

A Select the «Easy care» programme.

during washing.

䡲 Pilling A Turn items inside out before washing.

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Spare parts

Please give model number and exact description when ordering parts.

Water outlet hose 1.5 m / 4.0 m

Siphon for fabric conditioner (softener)

Detergent dispenser drawer

Liquid detergent flap

Emergency door release tool

Foreign body trap

Drain tray

Quick operating instructions

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Technical data

Dimensions

Height: 85 cm
Width: 59.5 cm
Depth: 60 cm
Empty weight: 71 kg
Dry load capacity: 8 kg dry washing

Plumbing

Connection to water supply: Cold water G¾"
Permitted flow pressure: 0.1–1.0 MPa (1–10 bar)
Max. pressure head of suds pump: 1 m

Electrical connection

A See identification plate 1

1

Spin speeds

400, 600, 800, 1000, 1200, 1400, 1600 rpm

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… Technical data

Note for testing institutes

Set to the standard wash programme according to AS/NZS 2040.2:2005

A Select programme using the button.

A Press the button repeatedly until the

40

following appears in the plain text display:

– The plain text display changes to:

A Increase the spin speed to 1400 rpm by

repeatedly pressing the button.

40 ˚C Coloureds
1200 rpm

normal

40 ˚C Coloureds
normal

XhXX

end YY:YY

XhXXSoiling

XhXX

end YY:YY

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… Technical data

VAS Vibration Absorbing System

As the washing drum starts to spin, if the control system detects that the load
is out of balance it will interrupt the spinning action once or more. The appli­ance tries thereby to distribute the load more evenly inside the washing drum.
Whilst spinning the washing drum is actively balanced as required in all
speed stages by the corrugations filling with the required amount of water.
This ensures optimal care and draining of the washing.

Water and energy economy

During the first few minutes of a programme running, sensors automatically
determine the type and the size of the load being washed.
Water levels are then optimally adjusted to the wash load so that only the
strict amount of water needed is used.

Turbidity sensor

In addition to the water and energy economy feature, the amount of water
needed is optimized by a turbidity sensor.
With the help of the turbidity sensor, the control system detects the degree of
dirtiness of the soapy water at any time in the cycle and from this determines
the amount of water needed for the rest of the cycle.
For example, if only a low degree of dirtiness is detected during the first rins­ing cycle, then the amount of water used for rinsing during the second rinsing
cycle is reduced.

Automatic energy-saving stand-by

The appliance is equipped with automatic stand-by to avoid consuming
energy unnecessarily.
All displays go out within minutes of a programme finishing. Energy consump­tion is reduced to an absolute minimum. The safety functions, however,
remain activated.

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Disposal

Packaging

䡲 All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene

(EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and
disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.

Disconnection

䡲 Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to

be carried out by a qualified electrician!

Safety

䡲 Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, espe-

cially through children playing.

䡲 Pull the plug out of the mains socket or have the appliance disconnected

from the mains by a qualified electrician. Then cut off the mains cable.

䡲 Remove or disable the lock on the appliance door.

Disposal

䡲 The old appliance should not be discarded as worthless rubbish. If

disposed of correctly, the raw materials can be recovered for recycling.

䡲 The symbol on the identification plate warns that the appliance may

not be disposed of in normal household waste.

䡲 The appliance must be disposed of in accordance with local regulations

on waste disposal. For more information on the handling, disposal and
recycling of the product, please contact the local authorities, the local
recycling facilities for household waste or the retailer from whom you
purchased the appliance.

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Notes

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Index

A

Adding washing detergent ......... 40

Additional functions ............. 11, 22

Additional programme

Selecting.................................... 44

Additional programmes ...... 11, 16

Allergies ......................................... 31

Anti-mite ................................. 20, 45

Appliance

Construction ............................. 10

Description.................................. 9

Preparing................................... 38

Appliance door ............................. 10

Checking the door seal.......... 51

Door does not open................ 63

Opening during operation...... 48

Opening in the event of a

power failure............................. 66

Appliance hygiene ....................... 14

Automatic door opener....... 35, 50

B

Bio wash ................................ 21, 47

Brightness ..................................... 36

C

Capacity ........................................... 9

Care ................................................ 52

Check water outlet....................... 55

Childproof lock ..................... 35, 49

Circulation nozzle......................... 10

Water rate of flow .................... 65

Cleaning

Detergent dispenser drawer.. 52

Foreign body trap .................... 54

Siphon........................................ 52

Water inlet filter ........................ 52

Cloths

Feels hard after washing ....... 69

Cold wash ..................................... 22

Colour run ..................................... 71

Coloureds...................................... 14

Consumption data....................... 15

D

Damage to fabrics................ 71, 72

Date................................................ 30

Degree of soiling .................. 20, 45

Delayed start .................. 22, 40, 47

Deposits on washing .................. 70

Detergent dispenser

drawer..................................... 10, 73

Cleaning.................................... 52

Traces of fabric conditioner.. 64

Traces of washing

detergent .................................. 64

Detergent dosage........................ 41

Disconnection............................... 77

Display

Messages A ............... 55, 56, 57

Messages F....................... 57, 58

Messages U ............................. 59

Display elements ......................... 11

Disposal ........................................ 77

Door opener

Automatic.................................. 50

Door opener automatic .............. 35

Door seal

Checking................................... 51

Drain tray................................ 10, 73

Duration......................................... 15

Dyeing............................................ 42

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… Index

E

Easy care ............................... 16, 44

Emergency door release............ 10

Emergency door release

tool.................................... 10, 66, 73

Emergency draining .................... 53

End of the wash day ................... 51

Energy consumption ................... 15

Energy economy................... 68, 76

Extra programmes....................... 14

F

Fabric care symbols ................... 67

Fabric conditioner................. 10, 41

Conditioning ............................. 21

Traces of fabric conditioner .. 64

Fabric type .................................... 18

Selecting ................................... 44

Fabric wear ................................... 72

Factory settings............................ 37

Favourites............................... 14, 23

Changing .................................. 24

Defining ..................................... 23

Deleting ..................................... 25

Starting ...................................... 24

FN (serial number) ...................... 10

Foreign body trap .......... 10, 54, 73

Check ........................................ 56

Clean ......................................... 56

Cleaning.................................... 54

Formation of foam ....................... 59

H

Hand wash ................................... 14

Holes in washing......................... 72

Hygiene

recommendation ........... 34, 51, 60

I

Identification plate ................ 10, 83

Indicator lights ............................. 12

Inlet water very cold.................... 60

L

Language...................................... 29

Factory setting......................... 29

Large unbalance ......................... 62

Liquid detergent .......................... 40

Liquid detergent flap............ 10, 73

Load capacity .............................. 15

Loosening up the washing ........ 50

M

Main programmes................ 11, 14

Select ........................................ 43

Main wash detergent.................. 10

Maintenance................................. 52

Model no.......................................... 2

N

Net curtains .................................. 68

Night economy

programme............................ 17, 44

G

Graphic display ............................ 12

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O

Operating elements .................... 11

… Index

P

Packaging...................................... 77

Powder detergent......................... 40

Power failure ................................. 66

Pre-wash ................................ 16, 44

Pre-wash detergent...................... 10

Programme

Aborting..................................... 48

Duration ..................................... 15

End ..................................... 22, 50

Overview.................................... 14

Selecting.................................... 43

Taking significantly longer ..... 60

Proofing.......................................... 14

Q

Quick instructions ........................ 84

Quick operating

instructions ............................ 10, 73

Quick wash.................................... 22

R

Repair service............................... 83

Rinsing ........................................... 31

Rinsing performance

Unsatisfactory........................... 71

S

Safety.............................................. 77

Safety precautions

Before using for the first time.. 5

Children in the home ................ 7

Correct use ................................. 6

Maintenance ............................... 8

Note on use ................................ 7

Separate rinsing / spinning........ 21

Separate rinsing/spinning .......... 47

Serial number (FN) ...................... 10

Siphon for fabric

conditioner ............................. 10, 73

Cleaning.................................... 52

Skin protection ............................. 31

Soaking .................................. 20, 45

Setting time .............................. 45

Soap detergent ............................ 42

Soap wash ............................. 21, 47

Soft water ...................................... 32

Softener .................................. 10, 41

Spare parts ................................... 73

Spin speed............... 15, 22, 33, 74

Changing .................................. 46

Spin stop ....................................... 56

Sport ....................................... 16, 44

Stains ............................................. 71

Stand-by

Energy-saving .......................... 76

Steam anti-crease.......... 14, 17, 44

Stop after rinsing ......................... 46

Symbols........................................... 2

T

Tears in washing.......................... 72

Technical data.............................. 74

Temperature

Changing .................................. 46

Setting ....................................... 22

Testing institutes .......................... 75

Time ............................................... 30

Too many articles ........................ 61

Transport lock .............................. 13

Trouble-shooting .......................... 55

Turbidity sensor ........................... 76

Type ................................................. 2

Type of wash ................................ 14

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… Index

U

Unsatisfactory wash

results ..................................... 69, 70

User settings................................. 26

Using for the first time ........... 5, 13

V

Validity.............................................. 2

VAS Vibration Absorbing

System ........................................... 76

Vibrating ........................................ 62

W

Wash results

Unsatisfactory ................... 69, 70

Washing......................................... 38

Adding washing detergent .... 40

Changing selection ................. 48

End of programme.................. 50

Loading ..................................... 39

Preparing the appliance......... 38

Programme selection ............. 43

Spinning unsatisfactory.......... 61

Washing load

Dry ............................................. 65

Washing tips ................................ 67

Water consumption..................... 15

Water economy .................... 68, 76

Water hardness ........................... 41

Water inlet filter

Cleaning ................................... 52

Water outlet hose ........................ 73

Water sounds............................... 63

WetClean ...................................... 14

Whites............................................ 14

Woollens ....................................... 14

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Repair service

The 'Trouble-shooting' section will help you to carry out small repairs
yourself, saving you the time and trouble of calling out a service
engineer and the cost that goes along with it.

Whether you contact us about a malfunction or an order, please always state
the serial number (FN) and the model type of your appliance. Enter these
details below and also on the service sticker which comes with the appliance.
Stick it in a conspicuous place or in your telephone or address book.

FN

You will also find the same details on the certificate of guarantee, the original
sales invoice and the identification plate of the appliance.

A Open the drain tray.

– The identification plate is located on the right-hand side next to the for-

eign body trap.

Appliance

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Quick instructions

Please first read the safety precautions in the operating instructions!

A Switch on the appliance and turn on the water tap

A Open the appliance door by pressing the button

A Load the washing and then close the appliance door

A Pull the detergent dispenser drawer out and add the washing detergent

A Push the detergent dispenser drawer back in

A Select wash programme

A If required, select additional programmes / functions

A The appliance starts automatically after about 20 seconds

When the programme has finished:

A Press the button and unload the washing

At the end of the wash day:

A If necessary, clean the detergent dispenser drawer

A Push the appliance door to, but do not close

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