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CONTENTS
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
DOOR
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
REMOVING THE FILTER
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
TRANSPORT/HANDLING
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Removing the packaging and inspection
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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.
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Check that the accessories and supplied parts are
all present.
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Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children,
as they are potentially dangerous.
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If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to
delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few
hours before operating.
2.Remove the transport bolts
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The washing machine is fitted with transport
bolts to avoid any possible damage to the interior
during transport. Before using the machine, it is
imperative that the transport bolts are removed.
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After their removal, cover the openings with the
4 enclosed plastic caps.
3.Install the washing machine
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Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
surface.
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Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting
on the floor and then check that the washing
machine is perfectly level (use a spirit level).
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In case of wooden or so-called “floating floors”
(for instance certain parquet or laminate floors),
place the appliance on a 60 x 60 cm sheet of
plywood at least 3 cm in thickness which is
secured to the floor.
4.Water inlet
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Connect the water supply inlet hose in
accordance with the regulations of your local
water company.
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Water inlet: Cold water only
(if no other information on
your programme chart)
Water tap: 3/4” threaded hose
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connector
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Water pressure
(flow pressure): 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).
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Use only new hoses to connect the washing
machine to the water supply. Used hoses must
not be used and should be discarded.
5.Drain
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Connect the drain hose to the siphon.
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If the washing machine is connected to an
integrated drainage system, ensure the latter is
equipped with a vent to avoid simultaneous
loading and draining of water (siphoning effect).
6.Electrical connection
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Electrical connections must be carried out by a
qualified technician in compliance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and current standard
safety regulations.
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Data regarding voltage, power consumption and
protection requirements is given on the inside of
the door.
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The appliance must be connected to the mains by
means of a socket with an earth connection in
accordance with current regulations. The
washing machine must be earthed by law. The
manufacturer declines all liability for damage to
property or injury to persons or animals, deriving
directly or indirectly from failure to observe the
directions.
•
Do not use extension leads or multiple sockets.
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Before any maintenance on the washing machine
disconnect it from the mains supply.
•
After installation, access to the mains plug or to
disconnection from mains supply must be
ensured at all times via a double-pole switch.
•
Do not operate the washing machine if it has
been damaged during transport. Inform the
After-Sales Service.
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Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
by After-Sales Service.
•
The appliance must only be used in the
household for the prescribed uses.
Minimum housing dimensions:
Width: 600 mm
Height: 825 mm
Depth: 600 mm
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Safety instructions
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The washing machine is appropriate for indoor
use only.
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The appliance must only be used after having
been installed under a continuous worktop.
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Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance.
•
Do not leave the appliance plugged in when not
in use.
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Turn off the tap when not in use.
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Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off
the machine or disconnect it from the mains.
•
Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step.
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Children must not be allowed to play with the
washing machine or to climb into the drum.
•
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.
2.Packaging
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The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and
marked with the recycling symbol . Adhere
to current local regulations when disposing of
packaging material.
3.Disposing of packaging and scrapping
old washing machines
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The washing machine is built from reusable
materials. It must be disposed of in compliance
with current local waste disposal regulations.
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Before scrapping, remove all detergent residues
and cut off the power cable so that the washing
machine is made unusable.
•
This appliance is marked according to the
European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,
you will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human
health, which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this product.
to the applicable collection point for the recycling
of electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with
local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment,
recovery and recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household
waste disposal service or the shop where you
purchased the product.
4.Energy saving tips
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Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent
and time by using the recommended maximum
load size.
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Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated
in the manufacturer’s instructions.
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The Eco-Ball - a special system in the outlet - will
prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid
detergent loss into the environment.
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Use “Prewash” for heavily soiled laundry only!
Save detergent, time, water and energy
consumption by not selecting “Prewash” for
slightly to normally soiled laundry.
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Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak driedin stains in water before washing to reduce the
necessity of a hot wash programme.
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Save energy by using a 60° C instead of a 95° C
wash programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C
wash programme.
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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).
5.EC Declaration of Conformity
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The appliance conforms to the following
European Standards:
73/23/EEC Low voltage directive
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
93/68/EC CE Marking Directive .
The symbol on the product, or on the
documents accompanying the product, indicates
that this appliance may not be treated as
household waste. Instead it shall be handed over
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DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
1.
Intermediate cover panel
2.
Control panel
3.
Detergent dispenser
4.
After-Sales Service sticker (inside door)
5.
Door
6.
Filter
7.
Residual water drain hose
8.
Adjustable feet
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DOOR
To open the door, hold the door handle and pull the door. Close the door by pressing it without
excessive force until it clicks shut.
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
To remove any residual water used in testing by the manufacturer, we recommend that you carry out a
short wash cycle without laundry.
1.
Open the tap.
2.
Close the door.
3.
Pour a little detergent (about 30 ml) into the main wash chamber of the detergent dispenser.
4.
Select and start a short programme (see separate “Programme Chart”).
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PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
1.Sort the laundry according to...
• Type of fabric / care label symbol
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics,
wool, handwash items.
• Colour
Separate coloured and white 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.
• Delicates
Wash small items (e.g. nylon stockings, belts etc.)
and items with hooks (e.g. bras) in a cloth bag or
pillow case with zip. Always remove curtain rings
or wash curtains with the rings inside a cotton bag.
2.Empty all pockets
Coins, safety pins etc. can damage your laundry
as well as the appliance drum and tub.
3.Fasteners
Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose
belts or ribbons should be tied together.
Stain removal
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Blood, milk, eggs etc. are generally removed by
the automatic enzyme phase of the programme.
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To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit
stains etc. add a stain remover to the main wash
chamber of the detergent dispenser.
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Pre-treat heavily-soiled areas with stain remover
if necessary.
Dyeing and bleaching
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Only use dyes and bleaches that are suitable for
washing machines.
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Follow the Manufacturer’s instructions.
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Plastic and rubber parts of the washing machine
can be stained by dyes or bleaches.
Loading the laundry
1.
Open the door.
2.
Load the articles one at a time loosely into the
drum, without overfilling. Observe the load sizes
given in the quick reference guide.
Note:
overloading the machine will result in
unsatisfactory washing results and creased laundry.
3.
Close the door.
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
•
Keep detergents and additives in a safe,
dry place out of the reach of children!
The choice of detergent depends on:
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Type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics,
delicate items, wool).
Note:
Use only specific detergents for washing
wool.
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Colour.
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The wash temperature.
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Degree and type of soiling.
Remarks:
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Any whitish residues on dark fabrics are caused
by insoluble compounds used in modern
phosphate-free powder detergents. If this
occurs, shake or brush out the fabric or use liquid
detergents.
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Use only detergents and additives specifically
produced for domestic washing machines.
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When using descaling agents, dyes or bleaches
for the pre-wash, make sure that they are
suitable for use in domestic washing machines.
Descalers could contain products which could
damage your washing machine.
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Do not use any solvents (e.g. turpentine,
benzine). Do not machine wash fabrics that have
been treated with solvents or flammable liquids.
Do not use liquid detergent for the main wash
when having activated the “prewash” option (if
available on your model).
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Do not use liquid detergent when activating the
“Start Delay” function (if available on your
washing machine).
Dosage
Follow the dosage recommendations on the
detergent pack. They depend on:
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degree and type of soiling
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size of wash
full load: follow the detergent manufacturer’s
instructions;
half load: 3/4 the amount used for a full load;
Minimum load (about 1 kg):
1/2 the amount used for a 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 (refer to the water
hardness table in the operating instructions).
Notes:
Too much detergent can result in excess foam
formation, which reduces washing efficiency.
If the washing machine detects too much foam, it
may prevent spinning.
Insufficient detergent may result in grey laundry in time
and also calcifies the heating system, drum and hoses.
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