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CONTENTS
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
FIRST WASH CYCLE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
CHILD SAFETY
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES
WASHING PROGRAMME
REMOVING THE FILTER
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
TRANSPORT / HANDLING
INSTALLATION
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BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Removing the packaging and inspection
After unpacking, make sure that the washing
•
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use
the washing machine. Contact After-Sales
Service or your local retailer.
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
•
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children,
as they are potentially dangerous.
2.Remove the transit bolts
The appliance is fitted with transit bolts to
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prevent internal damage during transport.
Before using the washing machine, you must
remove the transit bolts
Remove the transit bolts”).
(see “Installation/
3.Install the washing machine
Move the machine without carrying it by the
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worktop.
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
•
surface, preferably in a corner of the room.
Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting
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on the floor and then check that the appliance is
perfectly level using a spirit level (see Installation/
Adjust the feet”).
4.Water supply
Connect the water supply inlet hose in
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accordance with the regulations of your local
water company (see “Installation/Connect the
water inlet hose”).
Water supply: Cold water only
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Tap: 3/4” threaded hose
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connector.
Pressure: 0.05-1.00 MPa
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(0.5-10 bar).
5.Drain
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
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over the edge of a sink with the “U” bend
(see “Installation/Connect the water drain hose”).
If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
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drainage system, ensure the latter is equipped with
a vent to avoid simultaneous loading and draining
of water (siphoning effect).
6.Electrical connection
Electrical connections must be carried out by a
•
qualified technician in compliance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and current standard
safety regulations.
Voltage information, power consumption and
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electrical protection data are supplied on the
inside of the filter cover.
The appliance must be connected exclusively by
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means of a socket with an earth connection in
accordance with current regulations. The
appliance must be earthed by law. The
manufacturer declines all liability for damage to
persons or property deriving directly or
indirectly from failure to observe the directions.
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
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Before any maintenance on the washing
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machine disconnect it from the mains supply.
After installation, access to the mains plug or
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disconnection from the mains supply must be
ensured at all times via a double-pole switch.
Do not operate the washing machine if it has
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been damaged during transport. Inform the
After-Sales Service.
Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
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by After-Sales Service.
The appliance must only be used in the
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household for the prescribed uses.
Minimum housing dimensions:
Width: 590 mm
Height: 845 mm
Depth: 395 mm
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FIRST WASH CYCLE
This initial cycle without laundry serves to eliminate any water remaining after your appliance was
tested at the factory.
Open the tap.
1.
Close the door.
2.
Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent dispenser.
3.
Select a short programme (see programme chart).
4.
5.
Press
“On/Off”
button .
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packing
The packing material is recyclable as indicated by
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the recycling symbol . Adhere to local
regulations when disposing of packaging material.
2.Energy saving tips
Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent and
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time by using the recommended maximum load size.
Do not exceed manufacturers’ recommended
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dosages as shown on the detergent package.
The Eco Flap - a special system in the outlet -
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will prevent detergent loss from the drum to
avoid detergent loss into the environment.
Use “Prewash” for heavily soiled laundry only!
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Save detergent, time, water and energy
consumption by not selecting “Prewash” for slight
to normally soiled laundry. You save on water,
energy and time as a result.
Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in
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stains in water before washing to reduce the
necessity of a hot wash program.
Save energy by using a 60° C instead of a 90° C
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wash programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C
wash programme.
Save energy and time by selecting a high spin
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speed to reduce the water content in laundry
before using a drying programme (for machines
with adjustable spin speed).
3.Disposing of packaging and old appliances
The washing machine is built from reusable
•
materials. Dispose of the appliance in
conformity with environmental regulations.
Before scrapping, cut off the power cable so that the
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washing machine cannot be connected to the mains.
Remove detergent from compartment if you
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intend scrapping your appliance.
4.Child safety
Children must not be allowed to play with the
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washing machine.
5.General recommendations
When the appliance is not in use unplug it and
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turn off the tap.
Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance
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switch off the washing machine and disconnect
it from the mains supply.
To clean the outside of the washing machine,
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use a neutral detergent and a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive detergents.
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Do not attempt to force the door open.
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If necessary, the power cable may be replaced
•
with an identical one obtained from our AfterSales Service. The power cable must only be
replaced by a qualified technician.
6.EC Declaration of Conformity
This washing machine has been designed,
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constructed and distributed in compliance with
the safety requirements of EC Directives:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive
93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive .
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DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
Worktop
1.
Control panel
2.
Detergent dispenser
3.
Door
4.
Door handle
5.
To open the door press the
•
button inside the handle and
pull.
Close the door by pushing it
•
firmly (the lock will click into
place)
Filter (behind cover)
6.
After-Sales Service sticker
7.
(inside door)
Adjustable feet
8.
Technical specifications sticker
9.
(inside cover)
3
7
1
2
4
5
8
CHILD SAFETY
An electrical device prevents the door from opening while the appliance is in operation.
When the washing cycle ends, wait 2 minutes for the door to unlock.
6
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PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
Sort the laundry
Sort the laundry according to…
1.
• Type of fabric / care label symbol
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics,
wool, handwashed items.
• Colour
Separate whites and coloured items. Wash new
coloured articles separately.
• Size
Wash items of different sizes in the same load to
improve washing efficiency and distribution in
the drum.
• Fabric delicacy
Wash delicate articles separately: Use a special
programme for Pure New Wool , curtains and
other delicates. Always remove curtain glides or
wash curtains with the glides inside a cotton bag.
Use the special programme for handwash fabrics.
Wash small articles (e.g. nylon stockings, belts etc.)
and articles with hooks (e.g. bras) in special cotton
bags for washing machines or in zipped pillow cases.
2.Empty pockets
Coins, safety pins and similar items can damage
your laundry and the appliance drum and tub.
3.Fasteners
Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose
belts or ribbons should be tied together.
Stain removal
Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances
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are generally removed by the enzyme phase of
the programme.
To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit
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stains etc. add a stain removing agent in
detergent dispenser or chlorine bleach in
compartment (depending on model).
Particularly stubborn stains can be treated with
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stain remover before the wash.
Dyeing and Bleaching
Commercially available products usually consist of
a dye colour, fixing agent and salt. Pour the dye
colour, the fixing agent and then the salt directly
into the empty drum. Fill in the laundry only
afterwards.
Use exclusively dyes and bleaches recommended
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for washing machines.
Follow the Manufacturer’s instructions.
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Plastic and rubber components of the machine
•
can be stained by dyes.
Loading the laundry
Open the door.
1.
Load the articles one at a time loosely into the
2.
drum, without overfilling. Follow loads
recommended in the “programme chart”.
Overloading will result in unsatisfactory washing
results and creased laundry.
Close the door.
3.
DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES
Choice of detergent and additives
The type of detergent depends on:
type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics,
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delicate items, wool).
Note:
colour;
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wash temperature;
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degree and type of soiling.
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Notes:
Whitish residues on dark fabrics are caused by
insoluble detergent components used in modern
phosphate-free powder detergents.
If this occurs, shake or brush out the fabric or use
liquid detergents.
Keep detergents and additives in a dry place and
out of reach of children.
Use only detergents and additives specifically
produced for domestic washing machines.
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use only specific detergents for wool.
If you use descaling agents, dyes or bleaches,
make sure they are suitable for washing machine
use. Descaler could contain components that can
attack parts of your washing machine.
Do not use solvents in the machine
(e.g. turpentine, benzine, etc.).
Do not machine wash fabrics that have been
treated with solvents or flammable liquids.
Dosage
Follow the instructions on the detergent pack in
relation to:
the degree and type of soiling;
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the size of the load:
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full load: follow the detergent manufacturer’s
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instructions;
half load: 3/4 of the normal amount;
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minimum load (about 1 kg): 1/2 the amount
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used for full load;
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• water hardness in your area (ask for information
from your water company). soft water requires
less detergent than hard water.
Notes:
Overdosing the detergent results in excessive
foaming and reduces the wash efficiency. If the
appliance detects excessive foam it may prevent
spinning.
Using insufficient detergent results in grey laundry
and increased scale deposits on the drum, tub and
heating element.
Water hardness:
WATER
HARDNESS
CATEGORY:
1
2
3
4
soft water requires less detergent.
CHARACTERISTICS GERMAN
soft
average
hard
very hard
You can use liquid detergent in the “Prewash”
phase for programmes with this option. In this
case put only powder detergents in the
compartment for the main wash .
When using concentrated fabric softeners, add
water in the detergent dispenser up to the “MAX”
level mark.
To prevent dispensing problems when using highly
concentrated powder and liquid detergents, use
the special detergent ball supplied with the
detergent and place it inside the drum.
°dh
0-7
7-14
14-21
over 21
Filling the detergent and additives
1.Pull out the detergent dispenser completely, until the limit.
The dispenser has three chambers.
2.Add the detergent:
• Programme with pre- and main wash
• Main wash programme without prewash
• Fabric softeners, conditioners and chlorine
bleach: no more than to “MAX” mark
• Stain remover
• Water softener (water hardness class 4)
FRENCH
°fh
0-12
12-25
25-37
over 37
ENGLISH
°eh
0-9
9-17
17-26
over 26
• Starch (dissolved in water)
3.Close the detergent dispenser completely.
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WASHING PROGRAMME
Select the programme:
Check that the
1.
Plug in the appliance.
2.
Open the tap.
3.
Set the
4.
Depending on model, set the
5.
Depending on model, set the
6.
Select the
7.
By a further pressing of the button this option can be turned off again.
Check that the door is well closed. Press the
8.
Attention: During the selected washing programme the programme selector knob moves by steps
clockwise. Never force it in the opposite direction.
Programme Selector
Programme Selector
options
desired by pressing the corresponding buttons.
Door lock
The door locks automatically after the programme start until the end of the programme.
If the programme selector is moved to the “Stop” position or if the electricity supply is interrupted,
then the door is released after approximately two minutes.
In this case do not open the door: because hot water could come out of the door.
is on “
to the desired programme.
Temperature Selector
Spin Speed Selector
”.
Stop
knob to the desired temperature.
knob to the desired spin speed.
“On/Off”
button. The indicator lamp lights up.
Programme end
The programme selector knob is at the stop position.
Press
1.
“On/Off”
Cancel the special options by pressing the appropriate buttons.
2.
Turn off the tap.
3.
Wait for the door to unlock (about 2 minutes).
4.
Open the door and unload the machine.
5.
N.B.
Do not fully close the door but leave it ajar to allow the drum to dry out.
button . The indicator light turns off .
Changing programme
Press
1.
“On/Off”
Select the new programme.
2.
Press
3.
“On/Off”
Do not add detergent for this programme.
button . The indicator light turns off .
button . The new program will re-start.
Programme interruption or pause
To interrupt the running programme for a certain period and continue it at a later time:
Press
1.
“On/Off” button
Following the desired pause press the
2.
.
“On/Off”
button again.
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REMOVING THE FILTER
Stop the appliance and unplug it.
1.
Open the filter cover.
2.
Place a bowl beneath the filter.
3.
Slowly turn the filter anticlockwise without extracting
4.
it as yet.
Wait until all the water has drained.
5.
Now unscrew the filter completely and extract it.
6.
Remove any foreign items from the foreign body trap.
7.
Insert the filter and screw it in clockwise until it locks,
8.
making sure it is hermetically closed.
Close the cover.
9.
Pour 0.5 l of water into the detergent dispenser to
10.
reactivate the “Eco System”.
Connect the appliance to the electrical outlet.
11.
Select a programme and start it.
12.
Check the filter two or three times a year and clean it if
necessary.
Check the filter if the appliance is not draining correctly
•
or if it fails to perform spin cycles.
IMPORTANT: Make sure the water has cooled before
draining the appliance.
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
To drain the residual water from the pump, tilt the machine forwards and proceed as per points 8 and
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10 of the previous chapter.
When should I drain residual water?
Before transporting (moving) the machine.
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If the appliance is installed in a room subject to sub-zero temperatures.
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In this case the machine should be drained after every wash.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Appliance exterior and control panel
Clean using normal household cleaner (do not
•
use abrasive products and no solvents).
Dry with a soft cloth.
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Door seal
Clean with a damp cloth when necessary.
•
Check the condition of the door seal periodically.
•
Filter
Check and clean the filter two or three times a
•
year (see “Removing the Filter”).
Detergent dispenser
Disengage the detergent dispenser by pressing the release lever in
1.
the prewash compartment and extract it .
Remove the siphon from the softener and bleach compartment.
2.
Wash all the parts under running water.
3.
Reposition the siphon and refit the detergent dispenser.
4.
Water hose mesh strainer
Check and clean periodically.
For machines with a straight water supply hose
Turn off the tap.
1.
Unscrew the hose from the tap.
2.
Clean the internal strainer.
3.
Screw the supply hose back onto the tap.
4.
Unscrew the hose from the appliance.
5.
Remove the filter from the washing machine with pliers and clean
6.
it.
Refit the filter and screw the hose connection to the appliance.
7.
Turn on the tap and
8.
water-tight.
ensure that the connections are completely
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The appliance will not start, the lamp does
not light up.
Check whether:
the appliance is plugged in;
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the wall socket is functioning correctly
•
(use a table lamp or similar).
ON/OFF button pressed .
•
The appliance will not start, but the lamp
is on.
Check whether:
the appliance door is properly closed;
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a programme has been selected and the
•
programme is started;
the water tap is turned on. If not, turn on the
•
tap and switch the appliance off and then on
again.
The appliance stops during the programme.
Check whether:
the
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“Rinse Hold”
terminate this option by pressing the button
again;
the
•
“On/Off”
Off” button
lamp is flashing. Press
button is pressed;
“On/
;
Insufficient or no water supply.
Check whether:
the tap is turned on completely;
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kinks are present in water hose;
•
the water hose filter is clogged;
•
the water hose is frozen up;
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Waste water not pumped out.
Check whether:
the drain hose is correctly installed
•
(see “Installation Instructions”).
the filter is clogged.
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the drain hose is frozen up.
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The “Rinse Hold” button is pressed .
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Detergent and additive product residues in
detergent drawer at end of wash.
Check whether:
the siphon is correctly installed and clean
•
(see “Care and maintenance”);
enough water is being supplied. The mesh filters
•
between the inlet hose and the tap could be
clogged (see “Care and maintenance”). Check
and clean the filter two or three times a year
(see “Removing the Filter”).
Also see “Detergent and Additives”.
Machine vibrates during spin cycle.
Check whether:
Machine is perfectly horizontal with all four feet
•
on ground (see “Installation”);
the transit bolts have been removed. The transit
•
bolts must be removed before the appliance can
be used (see “Installation”).
Final spin results are poor:
The appliance has an imbalance detection and
correction system. If individual heavy articles are
loaded (bathmat, bathrobe, etc.) this system may
reduce the spin speed automatically to protect the
appliance or even interrupt the spin cycle
altogether, if the imbalance is too great even after
several spin starts.
If the laundry is still too wet at the end of the
•
cycle, add smaller articles of laundry to balance
the load and repeat the spin cycle.
Excessive foam formation may also prevent
•
spinning. Ensure correct amount of detergent is
used
Important:
occurs, contact After-Sales Service, quoting the
error number displayed (see “After-Sales Service”).
wait one hour and if the fault re-
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AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
Try to remedy the problem yourself
1.
(see “Troubleshooting Guide”).
Restart the programme to check whether the
2.
problem has solved itself.
If the machine continues to function incorrectly,
3.
call After-Sales Service.
Specify:
The nature of the problem.
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The exact model of the appliance.
•
The service code (number after the word
•
SERVICE).
The After-Sales Service sticker is on the
inside of the door.
Your full address.
•
Your telephone number and area code.
•
After-Sales Service phone numbers and
addresses are given on the guarantee card.
Alternatively, consult the dealer where you
purchased the appliance.
TRANSPORT / HANDLING
Never move the appliance by carrying it by the worktop.
Unplug the appliance.
1.
Turn off the tap.
2.
Disconnect the inlet and drain hoses.
3.
Eliminate all water from the hoses and from the appliance (see “Removing the Filter”, “Draining
4.
residual water”).
Fit the transit bolts (obligatory)
5.
(see “Installation”).
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INSTALLATION
Remove the transit bolts
Slacken the three or four bolts (according to model) with
1.
the spanner supplied.
Unscrew the bolts by hand.
2.
Hold the screws together with the plastic spacers and
3.
remove them.
Close the holes with the plastic covers (supplied with the
4.
documents).
Keep the transit bolts for future use.
5.
If the plastic spacers remain inside the machine: Open the
rear panel by removing the twelve screws, remove the
spacers and replace the panel.
Fit the transit bolts before transporting the appliance as
follows:
Pry off the plastic covers with a screwdriver and remove
1.
them.
Insert the transit bolts, performing the steps for removal
2.
in reverse order.
Adjust the feet
If the floor is uneven, adjust the levelling feet as required
(do not insert pieces of wood, cardboard etc. under the
feet):
Loosen the locknut using the wrench provided.
1.
Adjust the height of the foot, turning it by hand.
2.
Tighten the locknut anticlockwise towards the washing
3.
machine.
If the appliance is to be installed on a wooden floor, distribute
the weight by placing it on a 60 x 60 (or 40) cm sheet of
plywood at least 3 cm in thickness.
Secure the plywood sheet to the floor.
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Connect the water inlet hose
For models with straight hose:
Insert the dirt strainer (included in the accessories) into
1.
the threaded tap coupling and the coupling between the
hose and the washing machine.
Carefully screw the hose connection onto the tap,
2.
preferably by hand.
Make sure there are no kinks in the hose.
3.
Carefully screw the hose connection to the appliance
4.
inlet, preferably by hand.
Turn the tap on fully and check that the joints at the
5.
washing machine and the tap are watertight.
If the hose is too short, replace it with a suitable length of
pressure resistant hose (1000 kPa min, EN 50084 approved
type).
Check the hose regularly for brittleness and cracks and
replace if necessary.
The appliance can be connected without a non-return
valve.
Connect the water drain hose
Unhook the drain hose from the right clip.
1.
Attention: do not unhook
connection.
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it over the
2.
edge of a sink by means of the “U” bend supplied.
Make sure there are no kinks in the hose.
3.
Secure the hose so that it cannot fall down while the
4.
appliance is running.
Small hand basins are not suitable.
If the hose is to be inserted directly into the drain pipeline,
the inside diameter of the pipe must be appropriate in
relation to the diameter of the drain hose.
If you need to add an extension, use a flexible hose of the
same type. Secure the unions with screw-on hose clips.
Max. drain hose length: 2.50 m
Max. drain height: 90 cm
Min.drain height: 60 cm
the left drain hose
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