Whirlpool AWM 243/3, AWM 245/3, AWM 249/P, AWM 247/3 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE GB

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME:

• IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

• REMOVE THE TRANSIT BOLTS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME

• First wash cycle without laundry:

Open the tap(s).

Close the door.

Pour a little detergent (about 100 ml) into the detergent compartment .

Select a short wash programme (see programme chart).

Press the “ON/OFF” button. This will remove any water remaining in the machine from the manufacturer's test run.

ROUTINE WASHES:

Open the tap(s).

Sort the laundry according to fabric type and colour and load the machine.

Close the door.

Add detergent and any additives required.

Select the programme, temperature and special options (depending on model).

Press the “ON/OFF” button.

GB CONTENTS

APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

MOVING AND TRANSPORTING THE APPLIANCE

SORTING THE WASH

DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES

DYEING AND BLEACHING

SELECTING THE PROGRAMME AND SPECIAL OPTIONS / PROGRAMME START

DOOR LOCK / PROGRAMME END / PROGRAMME RESELECTION

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REMOVING THE FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CHILD SAFETY DEVICE

TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE

AFTER-SALES SERVICE

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

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APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES

Worktop

Control panel

Detergent drawer

After-Sales Service sticker (inside door)

Door

Door handle

To open: pull handle

To lock: press the door firmly (the lock will click into place)

Door lock child safety device (inside door)

Filter (inside compartment door, depending on model)

Residual water drain (depending on model)

PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

• Packing

The packaging is marked with the recycling symbol , signifying that it can be 100% recycled.

• Appliance

The appliance is made of recyclable materials. Dispose of the appliance in conformity with environmental regulations. Make it inoperable: pull ou t the plug and cut off the power cable so that the appliance cannot be connected to the mains.

• Eco-tips

A full load (depending on the programme selected) gives the best energy and water consumption.

Laundry which is lightly to moderately soiled does not require a prewash.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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The appliance must only be used in the household for the prescribed uses.

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All connections to the water and electrical mains must be made in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions and following local utility company safety regulations (see “Installation Instructions”).

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Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off the machine or disconnect it from the mains.

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Switch off the washing machine and turn off the tap(s) whenever the machine is not in use.

Lightly soiled laundry should be washed at a low temperature or with a short programme.

When washing small loads press the “Lightly Soiled”/“Half load” button (if present) and use less detergent.

If you wish to dry the laundry in a ho us ehol d dryer, use the highest spin speed (depending on the programme). The dryer will then consume less energy.

Do not exceed the recommended dosages on the detergent packet.

Only use bleach or stain remover if absolutely necessary.

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Never use excessive force to open the door.

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Children must not be allowed to play with or inside the machine. Do not rest any weight on the door.

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Packaging materials can be danger ous for children. Keep the packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of their reach.

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The appliance conforms to European safety regulations, EC directive 93/68/EWG and EN

60555.

MOVING AND TRANSPORTING THE APPLIANCE

Pull out the mains plug.

Shut off the water tap(s).

Disconnect the inlet and drain hoses.

Drain residual water from the appliance and hoses (see “Draining Residual Water”).

Fit the transit bolts (see “Installation Instructions”).

SORTING THE WASH

1. Sort the load according to:

• Fabric type / care label symbol

Cotton, mixed fibres, synthetics, wool.

• Colours

Separate coloured and white articles. Wash new coloured articles separately.

• Article size

Washing articles of different sizes together improves wash efficiency and distributes the load better in the drum.

• Fabric delicacy

Wash delicates separately. Select the appropriate special programme for machine - washable wool

, curtains or delicates. Either remove curtain hooks or tie into a cloth bag. Only wash machinewashable fabrics. Wash small articles (e.g. nylon stockings, belts etc.) and articles with hooks (e.g. bras) in a cloth bag or pillow case with zip.

2. Empty all pockets

Coins, safety pins etc. can damage the laundry, drum and tub.

3. Closures

Close zips and hooks and eyes. Loose belts or ribbons should be tied together.

STAIN REMOVAL

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

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To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit stains, etc. add a biological stain removing agent to the main wash in chamber or a chlorine bleach in chamber of the detergent drawer (depending on the model).

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Particularly stubborn stains can be treated with stain remover before the wash.

LOADING THE WASH

Open the door.

Load the articles one at a time loosely into the

drum, without overfilling. Close the door.

LOAD CAPACITY

See the programme overview.

Note:

Overloading the machine reduces the wash

efficiency and encourages creasing.

DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES

CHOOSING THE RIGHT DETERGENT

The type of detergent depends on

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the type of fabric (cottons, synthetics, delicates, wool)

Note:

Use only specific detergents for

washing wool.

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colour

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wash temperature

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degree and type of soiling

Note:

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Whitish residues on dark fabrics are due to the insoluble water softeners in modern phosphate-free detergents. If this occurs, shake or brush out the fabric o r use liquid detergents.

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

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Use only detergent and fabric conditioner specifically produced for autom atic domestic washing machines.

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When using water softeners, descaling agents, dyes or bleaches, make sure that they are suitable for use in domestic washing machines.

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Do not use solvents in the machine (e.g. turpentine, benzine, etc.). Do not wash fabrics in the machine which have been treated with solvents or flammable liquids.

DETERGENT DOSAGES

Do not exceed manufacturers’ recommended dosages as shown on the detergent package. The amounts depend on

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degree and type of soiling

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size of wash

full load: according to manufacturers’ instructions

half load: 3/4 of the normal amount

minimum load (about 1 kg): 1/2 the amount used for full load

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

Note:

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Overdosing the detergent results in excessive foaming and reduces the wash efficiency. If the washing machine detects too much foam, it may prevent spinning.

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Using insufficient detergent results in grey laundry. The heating elements and drum also build up scale.

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If using chlorine bleach, follow the bleach instructions carefully. Over dosing the bleach can damage the wash.

WATER HARDNESS