Whirlpool AWM 8121 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE FIRST WASH CYCLE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE CHILD SAFETY DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES WASHING PROGRAMME REMOVING THE FILTER DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE TRANSPORT AND HANDLING INSTALLATION
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Removing the packaging and check
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 prevent
internal damage during transport.
washing machine you must remove the transit
(see “Installation/Remove the transit bolts”).
bolts
Before using the
3.Install the washing machine
Remove the protective foil from the control panel.
Move the machine without carrying it at the top.
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
surface, preferably in a corner of the room. Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine is stable
and level (see "Installation/Adjust the feet").
4.Water supply
Connect the water supply inlet hose in accordance
with regulations of your local water company (see “Installation/Connect the water inlet hose”).
Water supply: cold water only
Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection
Pressure: 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).
• For Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain &
Ireland:
Water inlet: hot and cold fill.
The warm water inlet temperature must not exceed 60° C.
The hot water fitting is the same size and the same
pressure requirements apply as per cold water.
6.Electrical connections
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
electrical protection data are supplied on the inside of the appliance door.
The appliance must be connected to the mains
exclusively by means of a socket with an earth connection in accordance with established regulations. The appliance must be earthed by law. The manufacturer declines all liability for damage to property or injury to persons or animals deriving either directly or indirectly from failure to observe the directions.
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
Before any maintenance on the washing machine
disconnect it from the mains supply. Access to the mains plug or to disconnection from
mains supply via a double-pole switch must be ensured at all times following the installation.
Do not operate the washing machine if it has been
damaged during transport. Inform the After-Sales Service.
Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out by
After-Sales Service. The washing machine must only be used in the
household for the prescribed uses.
Minimum housing dimensions:
Width: 600 mm Height with worktop: 825 mm Height with UBS cover panel (optional): 600 mm Depth: 600 mm
5.Drain hose
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it over
the edge of a sink by means of the “U” bend (see “Installation/Connect the water drain hose”).
If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
drainage system, ensure the latter is equipped with a vent to avoid simultaneous loading and draining of water (siphoning effect).
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FIRST WASH CYCLE
We recommend the first wash cycle be made without laundry. This will remove any residual water used in testing your washing machine.
Turn on the tap.
1.
Close the appliance door.
2.
Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent dispenser .
3.
Select a short program (see programme chart).
4.
Press the
5.
Start/Pause
button.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packing
The packing box may be fully recycled as confirmed
by 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
time by using the recommended maximum load size. Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated in the
manufacturers instructions. The Eco Flap - a special system in the outlet - will
prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid detergent loss into the environment.
Use Prewash for heavily soiled laundry only! Save
detergent, time, water and energy consumption by not selecting Prewash for slight to normally soiled laundry.
Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in
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 wash
programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C wash programme.
Save energy and time by selecting a high spin speed to
reduce the water content in laundry before using a tumble dryer (for machines with adjustable spin speed).
3.Disposing of packaging and old appliances
The washing machine is built from reusable
materials. The washing machine must be disposed of in compliance with local waste disposal regulations.
Before scrapping, cut off the power cable so that the
washing machine cannot be connected to the mains.
Remove detergent from compartment if you intend
scrapping your appliance.
4.Child safety
Children must not be allowed to play with the
washing machine.
5.General recommendations
When the appliance is not in use unplug it and turn
off the tap. Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch
off the washing machine and disconnect it from the mains supply.
To clean the outside of the washing machine, use a
neutral detergent and a damp cloth. Do not use abrasive detergents.
Do not attempt to force the door open.
If necessary, the power cable may be replaced with
an identical one obtained from our After-Sales Service. The power cable must only be replaced by a qualified technician.
6.EC Declaration of Conformity
This washing machine has been designed,
constructed and distributed in compliance with the safety requirements of EC Directives: 93/68/EC.
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
Worktop
1.
Control panel
2.
Detergent dispenser
3.
After-Sales Service sticker (on
4.
the back side of the door) Door
5.
Door handle
6.
To open the door press the
button on the inside of the handle and pull Close the door by pushing it
firmly (the lock will click into place)
Child safety (inside door)
7.
Filter (behind cover)
8.
Plinth
9.
Adjustable feet
10.
3
9
10
1
2
4
5
6
7
8
CHILD SAFETY
To protect the appliance from improper use, turn the plastic screw on the interior of the door using a coin or the thick rounded plastic projection on the coloured insert from the detergent dispenser:
Slot vertical: safety position, i.e. the door will not lock.
Slot horizontal: normal position, i.e. the door can be
locked again.
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
B
Filling the detergents and additives
Pull out the detergent to its full extent.
1.
Filling the detergent:
2.
Programme with pre- and main wash.
Main wash programme without prewash.
When using liquid detergent, extract the coloured insert from the detergent dispenser and put it in the compartment. The insert has a scale to make dosing easier.
Add fabric softeners and conditioners - no
further than the Max mark (three chamber model B”) or the“100 ml” mark (four chamber model A”).
Fill chlorine bleach only to the “Max” mark
(four chambers model A”) Stain remover
Water softener (water hardness class 4)
Starch (diluted in water). In this case select
the programme Rinse and Spin. After pouring the starch fill about 1 litre of water into chamber.
Slide the detergent dispenser in until it clicks shut.
3.
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B
Notes:
Keep detergents and additives in a dry place and out of reach of children.
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 (turpentine, benzine, etc.).
Do not machine wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents or flammable liquids. 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 hot water in the softener dispenser up to “MAX level mark.
To prevent dispensing problems when using highly concentrated liquid and powder detergents or
tablets, use the special detergent ball or bag supplied with the detergent and place it inside the drum.
WASHING PROGRAMME
Selecting the programme:
Plug in the appliance.
1.
Turn on the water supply tap.
2.
Set the
3.
4.
6.
Programme Selector
Depending on model the recommended temperature can be altered by pressing +” or “-” button.
Select additional
5.
By pressing the button once more, this option can be turned off again. Press the
The indicator light will come on and the programme duration is shown on the display (if available). The indicator lamps show the sequence reached in the programme. After starting the programme, the sequence indication runs from left to right through Wash, Rinse, Spin. When the sequence of the programme is finished the corresponding lamp goes out.
Start/Pause
options
knob to the desired programme.
, if desired, pressing the corresponding button.The indicator lights up.
button.
Start delay
Select the programme and temperature, any additional options and the spin speed. Pressing the Start Delay button the associated display comes on. Press the Start Delay button
repeatedly until the desired number of hours is reached. If the maximum number of hours is reached for the delayed start, further pressing of the button starts the counter at zero again.
Press the “Start/Pause” button in order to start the programme, it will start after the selected time.
Correct the start delay
The start delay hours can be corrected even after the “Start/Pause” button has been pressed: press it repeatedly until the desired number of hours is reached. Once the display has counted down the selected programme is started and the related programme remaining time is displayed.
Cancel the start delay
Turn the programme selector and set it to the desired programme. The remaining time of the selected programme is displayed and the “Start/Pause” button flashes. The programme can now be started immediately by pressing this button.
N.B.
(if available)
With liquid detergent, a dosing aid placed directly in the drum should be used if a start delay has been selected.
Door lock
The door locks automatically after the programme start until the end of the programme. The Door Free indicator is on, before the starting and at the end of the programme. If the programme selector is moved to the “” position or if the electricity supply is interrupted, then
after approximately one minute the door is released. In this case do not open the door, because hot water could be released from the appliance.
Programme end
The programme end is indicated by:
the Door Free indicator coming on and the remaining time indicator (if available) showing “0:00”.
the programme sequence indicators are all off.
Turn the water supply tap off.
1.
Wait for the door to unlock (about one minute).
2.
Open the door and unload the machine.
3.
Do not fully close the door but leave it ajar to allow the drum to dry out.
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Changing programme and options
Press the
1.
Select the new programme, options and spin speed.
2.
Press the
3.
Start/Pause
Start/Pause
which the preceding one was interrupted.
For this programme do not add any further detergent.
button. The
Start/Pause
button flashes.
button. The new programme resumes the wash programme at the same stage at
Programme interruption or pause
To interrupt the running programme for a certain period and continue it at a later time:
Press the
1.
Start/Pause
button.
The indicator flashes. Following the desired pause press the
2.
Start/Pause
button once again.
Cancelling the programme
If the current programme is to be terminated prematurely and cancelled, the water must be pumped out first before the door can be opened:
Set the programme selector to programme setting
1.
The indicator above the
Start/Pause
button flashes. The spin indicator shows “0” and the remaining time
indicator (if available) shows “0:02” minutes. Press the
2.
Start/Pause
button in order to start the
Drain
.
Drain
programme.
REMOVING THE FILTER
Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
1.
Remove the coloured insert from the detergent
2.
dispenser and use it to open the filter cover. Place a bowl beneath the filter cover.
3.
Turn the filter slowly anti-clockwise until the grip is
4.
vertical; do not extract filter as yet. Wait until all the water has drained out.
5.
Now unscrew the filter completely and extract it.
6.
Remove any foreign material from the filter.
7.
Make sure the pump impeller is not obstructed.
8.
Insert the filter and screw it fully down in a clockwise
9.
direction (until the grip is horizontal). Close the cover.
10.
Pour 0.5 l of water into the detergent dispenser to
11.
reactivate the Eco System”. Connect the appliance to the electrical socket.
12.
Select a programme and start it.
13.
Check the filter two or three times a year and clean it if necessary.
Check the filter if the appliance is not draining properly or
if it fails to perform spin cycles. Remove the filter if the pump is blocked by an object
(buttons, coins, safety pins, etc.).
IMPORTANT: Make sure the water has had time to cool before draining the appliance.
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
Drain the residual water as described in the “Removing the filter chapter (points 1 to 8).
To drain the residual water from the pump, bend the machine frontward and operate as per points 9 and 10
of the previous chapter.
When should I drain residual water?
Before transporting (moving) the machine.
If the appliance is installed in a room subject to sub-zero temperatures. It is best in this case to drain the
machine after every wash.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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Appliance exterior and control panel
Clean using a normal mild household cleaner (do not
use abrasive products and no solvents). Do not use powerful cleaners that may attack the plastic components on your washing machine.
Dry with a soft cloth.
Door seal
Filter
Detergent dispenser
Disengage the detergent dispenser by pressing the release lever
1.
in the prewash compartment and lately remove the drawer. Remove the inserts softener compartment, the insert for
2.
liquid detergents and the siphon from the chlorine bleach compartment, (if available, four chambers model “A”).
Wash all the parts under running water.
3.
Replace the parts and refit the detergent dispenser.
4.
Push the siphon firmly into place.
Do not operate washing machine with the detergent
N.B.
drawer removed.
Clean with a damp cloth when necessary. Periodically check the fold of the seal for foreign
objects.
Check and clean the filter two or three times a year (see Removing the filter).
A
Water hose mesh filter Check and clean periodically.
For machines with a straight water supply hose “A
Turn off the tap.
1.
Unscrew the hose from the tap.
2.
Clean the internal filter.
3.
Screw the supply hose back onto the tap.
4.
Unscrew the hose from the machine.
5.
Remove the filter from the washing machine with pliers and
6.
clean it. Replace the filter and screw the hose connection back on to the
7.
machine. Turn on the tap and
8. completely water-tight.
ensure that the connections are
For machines with Water Stop hose “B”
Turn off the tap.
1.
Unscrew the hose from the tap.
2.
Clean the filter.
3.
Screw the Water Stop hose back onto the tap.
4.
Turn on the tap and
5. completely water-tight.
ensure that the connection is
A
B
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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This washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and react appropriately.
Often, however, the faults detected are small enough to be solved in a matter of minutes. For example:
The appliance will not start, no lamp lights up.
Check whether:
the appliance is plugged in;
the wall socket is functioning correctly
(use a table lamp or similar); a programme is selected correctly.
The appliance will not start, but the Start/Pause lamp is flashing.
Check whether:
the appliance door is properly closed
(child safety); the programme has been changed;
the water tap is open. If not, open the tap and press
the
Start/Pause
button.
The appliance stops during the programme.
Check whether:
the
Rinse Hold
by pressing the button again; another programme has been selected.
Reselect the desired programme and press the
Start/Pause
•“Start/Pause”
button;
Pause
Safety system of the appliance was activated.
See fault description table.
lamp is on, terminate this option
button; lamp is flashing. Press
Start/
Detergent and additive product residues in dispenser 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).
The appliance vibrates during the spin cycle.
Check whether:
the appliance is levelled and solidly installed on all
four feet (see Installation Instructions”); the transit bolts have been removed. The transit
bolts must be removed before the appliance can be used (see Installation Instructions”).
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 prevent spinning.
Ensure correct amount of detergent is used
No water or insufficient water supply:
the appliance has a safety hose and the safety valve
has opened (red indicator in the safety valve inspector window). In this case replace it with a new safety hose.
What should I do when the automatic safety system detects a malfunction?
The programme is interrupted and various indicators (if available) point to the source of the fault.
Fault description table
Small lamp lights up Digital display Fault description
Water tap FH”“Water inlet fault
- FP”“Draining fault
- from F4 to F15”“Electrical components fault
Water Stop”“FA”“Water Stop fault
a. Water inlet fault (no or insufficient water supply)
The Water tap indicator is on or the display alternately shows “FH”. Switch off the appliance by turning the programme selector to the “” position and unplug it. Check whether:
the water tap is completely open, and the water
supply pressure is sufficient;
the water inlet hose is kinked;
the mesh filters are clogged (see Care and
Maintenance / Water Hose Mesh Filters);
the water inlet hose is frozen.
Connect the appliance to the electrical supply. Reselect the desired programme and press the Start/Pause button again to continue with the programme (do not add detergent for this programme)
b.Draining out fault
The display alternately shows “FP”. Switch off the appliance by turning the programme selector to the “” position and unplug it. Check whether:
the drain hose is kinked (see “Installation
Instructions);
the pump / filter are blocked (see “Removing the
Filter / Draining Residual Water”). IMPORTANT: before draining, allow the wash water to cool down.
the drain hose is frozen.
Connect the appliance to the electrical supply. Reselect the desired programme and press the Start/Pause button again to continue with the programme (do not add detergent for this programme). If the fault re-occurs, contact
After-Sales Service (see After-Sales Service”).
c. Electrical module fault
The display shows “F4” to “F15”.
Switch off the appliance. Select a programme and press the Start/Pause button once again. The programme will continue.
If the fault re-occurs, contact After Sales Service (See After-Sales Service”).
d.Water Stop fault (if available)
An audible tone sounds. The light of the Water Stop indication is on. The display shows “FA” and the pump is running. Switch off the appliance by turning the programme selector to the “” position, unplug the appliance and make sure that the water tap is closed.
The Water Stop may have been triggered by:
1.too much foam.
2.a leak in the inlet hose or in the appliance.
Tilt the appliance forwards carefully to allow the collected water to flow out from the bottom of the appliance. Clean up the water and make the area safe.
Then:
1.connect the appliance to the electrical supply,
2.open water supply to machine (if Start/Pause
button is not pressed, but machine begins to fill, close water supply and call After-Sales Service),
3. reselect the desired programme and press the Start/Pause button (there is no need to add additional detergent). The programme will continue. If the faults occurs again, call After-Sales Service with details about the fault (see After­Sales Service”).
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1. Try to remedy the problem yourself (see
Troubleshooting guide”).
2.Restart the programme to check whether the
problem has solved itself.
3.If the machine continues to function incorrectly,
call After-Sales Service.
Specify:
The nature of the problem.
The After-Sales Service sticker is on the inside of the door.
The exact model of the appliance (number after the word SERVICE).
The serial number. The number is directly below the model number.
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 AND HANDLING
Never move the appliance by carrying by the worktop.
Unplug the appliance.
1.
Turn off the tap.
2.
Remove the water supply and drain hose.
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 Instructions).
INSTALLATION
Remove the transit bolts
Slacken the four bolts with the spanner supplied
1.
Fully unscrew the bolts by hand.
2.
Holding the bolt head, pull each bolt and plastic spacer
3.
through the wide part of the holes Close the holes with the plastic covers supplied; insert
4.
the covers in the wide part of the hole and slide them toward the narrow part until they click into place
Keep the transit bolts and plastic spacers for future use.
5.
Whenever the appliance is transported, the transit bolts
must be refitted: Pry off the plastic covers with a screwdriver, slide them
1.
in the opposite direction of the arrow and remove. Insert the transit bolts, performing the steps for
2.
removal in reverse order.
(Fig B)
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(Fig A)
(Fig C)
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Adjust the feet
If the floor is uneven, adjust the levelling feet as required (do not insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet):
Slacken the locknut using the spanner supplied.
1.
Adjust the height of the foot, turning it by hand.
2.
Tighten the locknut by turning it anti-clockwise towards
3.
the appliance casing.
If the appliance is to be installed on a wooden floor, distribute the weight by placing it on a 60 x 60 cm sheet of plywood at least 3 cm in thickness. Secure the plywood sheet to the floor.
Worktop for built-under models
The appliance If the appliance is to be built under and the worktop removed,
UBS. This can be obtained from specialist shops or from After-Sales Service.
Unplug the appliance.
1.
Unscrew the worktop fixing screws from the rear of the appliance.
2.
Slide the worktop fully backward and lift it upwards to remove. Install the cover panel following the
3.
relative instructions. Refit the fixing screws and tighten them.
4.
Plug the appliance only into the mains power socket.
5.
only be installed beneath a continuous fitted kitchen worktop.
must
it is mandatory
to use the cover panel
Connect the water inlet hose
For models with straight hose “A”
Insert the dirt strainer (already premounted on the hose end or
1.
included in the accessories) into the threaded tap coupling. Carefully screw the hose connection onto the tap preferably
2.
by hand. Make sure there are no kinks in the hose.
3.
Check water-tightness of tap and appliance connections by
4.
turning the tap completely on. If the hose is too short, replace it with a suitable length of pressure resistant hose (1000 kPa min, EN 50084 approved
type). Periodically check the hose for brittleness and cracks and
replace if necessary. The appliance can be connected without an anti-backpressure
valve.
For models with Water Stop hose “B”
If the flexible hose is damaged, unplug the appliance from the mains immediately.
Screw the threaded connector with the filter inserted onto the
1.
tap.
Check water-tightness of tap and appliance connections by
2.
turning the tap completely on. If the hose is too short, replace it with a 3 m Water Stop hose (available from After-Sales Service or from your dealer). This
operation must be carried out exclusively by a licensed electrician.
The appliance
must not
non-pressurized water heater. The inlet hose and the plastic enclosure at the tap connection
contain electrical components.
not immerse the plastic enclosure in water.
be connected to the mixing tap of a
Do not cut the hose and do
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Connect the water drain hose
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it over the edge of a sink by means of the “U” bend.
1.
Make sure there are no kinks in the hose.
2.
Secure the hose so that it cannot fall down while the appliance is running.
3.
The drain hose should not be hooked onto small washbasins. If you need to add an extension, use a flexible hose of the same type and secure the union with screw-
on hose clips. Max. drain hose length: 2.50 m Max. drain height: 1.25 m
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets. Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations.
1) Warning - this appliance must be earthed
This appliance is normally supplied with a mains lead having a plug fitted in the factory which has been checked for correct earth continuity. If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, or if the machines mains lead is not fitted with a plug, you should fit a suitable new, good quality plug by following the instructions in (2) below. Any unsuitable plug should be cut off and disposed of in order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it be inserted into a socket.
2) CONNECTION TO A REWIRABLE PLUG - to be carried out only by a qualified electrician
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE - “NEUTRAL” (“N”) BROWN - “LIVE” (“L”) GREEN AND YELLOW - “EARTH” (“E”)
To fit a new plug, proceed as follows:
2.1 Polarized Plugs (e.g. 3 pin, 13 amp plug conforming to BS 1363A)
a. The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter “E” or by the Earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.
b. The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter “N” or coloured blue.
c. The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter “L” or coloured brown.
2.2) Non-polarized plugs (e.g. 2 pin with side earth contact) The wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the earth contact. The other two wires should be connected to the two pins, irrespective of colour.
FUSE REPLACEMENT If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp fused plug, replace the fuse only with an A.S.T.A. approved type conforming to BS 1362 and proceed as follows: Remove the fuse cover (A) and the fuse (B). Fit the replacement 13 A fuse into the fuse cover. Refit both into the plug. For all other types of plug, the supply socket should be protected by a 16 A fuse or circuit breaker at the distribution board.
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