Whirlpool AWT 2284/2, AWT 2361, AWT 2279/2, AWT 2250/2, AWT 2370 User Manual
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CONTENTS
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
FIRST WASH CYCLE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
CLEANING THE FOREIGN BODY TRAP
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
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BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Remove the packaging and check
a. Cut and remove the shrink-wrap.
b.Remove the top protection and the protective
corners.
c. Remove the bottom protection by tilting and
turning the appliance on one rear bottom
corner.
2.Remove the transport bracket
The appliance is fitted with transport screws and
a transport bracket to prevent damage during
transport. Before using the washing machine
you must remove the transport bracket
Installation/Remove the transport bracket).
Do not forget to screw back 4 screws to the rear
panel by which was fixed the transport bracket - to
avoid noisy and vibration of the machine.
(see
3.Install the washing machine
Place the appliance on a flat and stable floor
surface.
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 the 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 Great Britain & Ireland only:
Water inlet: hot and cold fill. The warm water
inlet temperature must not exceed 60° C.
5.Drain hose
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
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 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
manufacturers instructions and the current
standard safety regulations.
The technical data (voltage, power and fuses)
are given on the rating plate on the rear of the
appliance.
The appliance must be connected exclusively by
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.
Before any maintenance on the washing
machine disconnect it from the mains supply.
Access to the mains plug or to disconnection
from the 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 appliance must be connected to an effective
earthing installation, in compliance with the
regulations in force. In particular, appliances
installed in premises containing a shower or a bath
must be protected by a differential residual current
device of at least 30 mA. Earthing the appliance is
obligatory under the law. The manufacturer declines
all liability for damage to persons or property
deriving either directly or indirectly from failure to
observe the directions above.
The washing machine may only be used in the
household for the prescribed uses.
Dimensions:
Width: 400 mm
Height: 900 mm
Depth: 600 mm
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FIRST WASH CYCLE
We recommend that the first wash cycle be carried out empty. This will remove any residual water used
in the factory checks.
1.Turn on the tap.
2.Close the drum flaps.
3.Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent dispenser .
4.Select a short programme and low spin speed (see programme chart).
5.Switch on the appliance.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packing
The packaging materials are 100% recyclable and
bear 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 Ball - 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 current local
waste disposal regulations.
Before scrapping old machine, cut of 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 or in
the appliance.
5.General recommendations
Do not leave the appliance connected when not
in use. 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 lid 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:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive
89/336/EEC EMC Directive
93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive
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DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Lid
2.Detergent dispenser
3.Drum flaps
To open the drum press the
small flap and hold the large
flap.
4.Pump and foreign body trap
5.After-Sales Service sticker
(behind the foreign body trap
cover)
6.Mobility lever (depending on
model)
To move the appliance: pull the
handle out a little bit by hand
and pull it out to the stop with
the foot.
7.Adjustable feet
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PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
Sort the laundry
1. Sort the laundry according to
Type of fabric / care label symbol
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics,
wool, handwashed items.
Colour
Separate whites and coloureds. Wash new
coloured items separately.
Size
Wash items of different sizes in the same load to
improve efficiency and distribution in the drum.
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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 program for handwash fabrics. Wash
stockings, belts and other small items or 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 appliance drum and tub.
3.Fasteners
Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose
belts or ribbons should be tied together.
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Stain removal
Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances
are generally removed by the enzyme phase of
the programme.
To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit
stains etc. add a stain removing agent in
detergents dispenser compartment or chlorine
bleach in compartment (depending on model).
Particularly stubborn stains should be treated
before the wash.
Loading the laundry
Lift the machine lid.
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Open the drum by pressing the small flap and holding
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the large flap.
Place the items of laundry in the drum one by one
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without compressing them. Follow loads
recommended in the programme chart: overloading
will result in unsatisfactory washing results and
creased laundry.
4.Close the drum flaps and check that they are
properly locked.
Dyeing and bleaching
Products usually consist of dye colour, fixing agent
and salt. Pour the dye colour, the fixing agent and
then the salt directly into the empty drum. Load
the laundry only afterwards.
Only use dyes and bleaches recommended for
washing machines.
Follow the manufacturers instructions.
Plastic and rubber parts of the machine may be
stained by dyes or bleaches.
Starching
Dissolve/dilute the starch, powder or liquid, in
approximately 1 litre water outside of the washing
machine in a small container. Load the washing
machine, close the drum flaps and pour the dissolved
starch directly on the drum. Then close the lid, select
the programme Rinse and Spin and start.
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