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
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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,
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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
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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.
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Move the machine without carrying it at the top.
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Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
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surface, preferably in a corner of the room.
Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine is stable
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and level (see "Installation/Adjust the feet").
4.Water supply
Connect the water supply inlet hose in accordance
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with 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 connection
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Pressure: 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).
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For Australia, New Zealand, Great Britain &
Ireland:
Water inlet: hot and cold fill.
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The warm water inlet temperature must not exceed
60° C.
The hot water fitting is the same size and the same
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pressure requirements apply as per cold water.
6.Electrical connections
Electrical connections must be carried out by a
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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 appliance door.
The appliance must be connected to the mains
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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.
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Before any maintenance on the washing machine
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disconnect it from the mains supply.
Access to the mains plug or to disconnection from
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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
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damaged during transport. Inform the After-Sales
Service.
Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out by
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After-Sales Service.
The washing machine must only be used in the
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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
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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
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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.
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Close the appliance door.
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Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent dispenser .
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Select a short program (see programme chart).
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Press the
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“Start/Pause”
button.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packing
The packing box may be fully recycled as confirmed
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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
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time by using the recommended maximum load size.
Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated in the
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manufacturer’s instructions.
The Eco Flap - a special system in the outlet - will
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prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid
detergent loss into the environment.
Use “Prewash” for heavily soiled laundry only! Save
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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
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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 wash
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programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C wash
programme.
Save energy and time by selecting a high spin speed to
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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
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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
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washing machine cannot be connected to the
mains.
Remove detergent from compartment if you intend
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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 turn
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off the tap.
Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance, switch
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off the washing machine and disconnect it from the
mains supply.
To clean the outside of the washing machine, use a
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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
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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,
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constructed and distributed in compliance with the
safety requirements of EC Directives:
93/68/EC.
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
Worktop
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Control panel
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Detergent dispenser
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After-Sales Service sticker (on
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the back side of the door)
Door
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Door handle
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To open the door press the
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button on the inside of the
handle and pull
Close the door by pushing it
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firmly (the lock will click into
place)
Child safety (inside door)
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Filter (behind cover)
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Plinth
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Adjustable feet
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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.
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Slot horizontal: normal position, i.e. the door can be
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locked again.
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
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Filling the detergents and additives
Pull out the detergent to its full extent.
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Filling the detergent:
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Programme with pre- and main wash.
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Main wash programme without prewash.
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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
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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
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(four chambers model “A”)
Stain remover
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Water softener (water hardness class 4)
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Starch (diluted in water). In this case select
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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.
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Notes:
Keep detergents and additives in a dry place and out of reach of children.
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If you use descaling agents, dyes or bleaches, make sure they are suitable for washing machine use. Descaler
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could contain components that can attack parts of your washing machine.
Do not use solvents (turpentine, benzine, etc.).
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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
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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.
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To prevent dispensing problems when using highly concentrated liquid and powder detergents or
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tablets, use the special detergent ball or bag supplied with the detergent and place it inside the drum.
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