Whirlpool FL 8145, FL 8045, FL 6135, FL 8055 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

GB QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
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
1. Open the tap(s).
3. Pour a little detergent (about 100ml) into the detergent compartment .
4. Select a short wash programme (see programme chart).
5. Press the “ON/OFF” button.
This will remove any water remaining in the machine from the manufacturer's test run.
ROUTINE WASHES
1. Open the tap(s).
2. Sort the laundry according to fabric type and colour and load the machine.
4. Add detergent and any additives required.
5. Select the programme, temperature and special options (depending on model).
6. Press the “ON/OFF” button.
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CONTENTS GB
APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES PAGE 20
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT PAGE 21
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PAGE 21
MOVING AND TRANSPORTING THE APPLIANCE PAGE 21
SORTING THE WASH PAGE 22
DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES PAGE 23
DYEING AND BLEACHING PAGE 24
SELECTINGTHEPROGRAMME AND SPECIAL OPTIONS/PROGRAMMESTART PAGE 25
DOORLOCK/PROGRAMMEEND/ PROGRAMMERESELECTION PAGE 25
REMOVING THE FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER PAGE 26
CARE AND MAINTENANCE PAGE 27
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE PAGE 28
AFTER-SALES SERVICE PAGE 28
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS PAGE 29
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APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES
1. Worktop
2. Control panel
3. Detergent drawer
4. After-Sales Service sticker (inside door)
5. Door
6. Door handle
- To open: pull handle
- To lock: press the door firmly (the lock will click into place)
7. Filter (inside compartment door, depending on model)
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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 out 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
The appliance must only be used in the
household for the prescribed uses.
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”).
Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off the machine or disconnect it from the mains.
Switch off the washing machine and turn off the tap(s) whenever the machine is not in use.
- Lightly soiled/Half load 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 household 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.
Never use excessive force to open the door.
Children must not be allowed to play with or
inside the machine. Do not rest any weight on the door.
Packaging materials can be dangerous for children. Keep the packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of their reach.
The appliance conforms to European safety regulations, EC directive 93/68/EWG and EN
60555.
MOVING AND TRANSPORTING THE APPLIANCE
1. Pull out the mains plug.
2. Shut off the water tap(s).
3. Disconnect the inlet and drain hoses.
4. Drain residual water from the appliance and
hoses (see “Draining residual water”).
5. Fit the transit bolts (see “Installation Instructions”).
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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
Blood, milk, egg, and other organic substances are
generally removed by the enzyme phase of the program.
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).
Particularly stubborn stains can be treated with stain remover before the wash.
LOADING THE WASH
1.
Open the door. Load the articles one at a time loosely into the
2.
drum, without overfilling. Close the door.
3.
LOAD CAPACITY
See the programme overview. Note: Overloading the machine reduces the wash
efficiency and encourages creasing.
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DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES
CHOOSING THE RIGHT DETERGENT
The type of detergent depends on
the type of fabric (cottons, synthetics, delicates, wool)
Note: Use only specific detergents for washing wool.
colour
wash temperature
degree and type of soiling
Note:
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 or use liquid detergents.
Keep detergents and additives in a safe, dry place out of the reach of children.
Use only detergent and fabric conditioner specifically produced for automatic domestic washing machines.
When using water softeners, descaling agents, dyes or bleaches, make sure that they are suitable for use in domestic washing machines.
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
degree and type of soiling
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
water hardness in your area (request information from the water company): soft water requires less detergent than hard water.
Note:
Overdosing the detergent results in
excessive foaming and reduces the wash efficiency. If the washing machine detects too much foam, it may prevent spinning.
Using insufficient detergent results in grey laundry. The heating elements and drum also build up scale.
If using chlorine bleach, follow the bleach instructions carefully. Overdosing the bleach can damage the wash.
WATER HARDNESS
WATER HARDNESS
CATEGORY
CHARACTERISTICS
If the machine has a three chamber detergent drawer set the hardness pointer to the domestic water hardness level.
Move the hardness pointer sideways to the desired position.
GERMAN
°dH
FRENCH
°fH
ENGLISH
°eH
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DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES
FILLING THE DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES
1. Pull out the detergent drawer. The drawer will
have three or four chambers depending on the model.
2. Filling the detergent
Programmes with pre- and main
wash.
Main wash programme without prewash.
When using liquid detergent, extract the coloured insert from the drawer 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 models) or the “100 ml” mark (four chamber models).
Fill chlorine bleach only to the “Max” mark (if model is suited to its use).
Stain remover
Water softener
(water hardness class 4)
Starch (diluted in water)
3. Slide the drawer in until it clicks shut.
Notes:
When using highly concentrated detergents,
use the detergent ball provided with the detergent and place it directly in the drum to avoid dispensing problems (for programmes without pre-wash only).
For programmes with prewash: liquid detergents can be used for the prewash. For the main wash then a powder detergent has to be used.
Dose the correct amount of concentrated fabric softener and dilute with water up to the maximum level marked in the softener compartment.
Detergent drawer with 3 chambers.
DYEING AND BLEACHING
Dyeing: commercially available products usually
consist of a dye colour, fixing agent and salt. Pour the dye colour, fixing agent and salt directly
into the empty drum, and only then load the laundry.
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Detergent drawer with 4 chambers.
Only use products designed for use in washing machines.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Plastic and rubber components of the
machine can be stained by dyes or bleaches.
SELECTINGTHEPROGRAMME
ANDSPECIALOPTIONS/PROGRAMMESTART
SELECTING THE PROGRAMME
(see also the separate programme chart and consumption data)
For appliances WITH temperature
A
selector knob
1. Turn the programme selector knob
clockwise to the desired programme.
2. Set the temperature knob to the desired temperature.
B
For appliances WITHOUT temperature selector knob
Turn the programme selector knob clockwise to the programme with the desired temperature.
PRESS THE DESIRED SPECIAL OPTION BUTTON
(Depending on model, see also the separate programme chart).
Spin speed reduction button
Press this button to reduce the spin speed.
No spin button
Press this button to exclude the spin function
from the programme.
Rinse hold/Spin delay button
The laundry remains in the last rinse water
without being spun, to avoid heavy creasing.
Especially suitable for the “Synthetic” or “Delicate” programmes, if the laundry is not to be unloaded immediately after the end of the programme.
Stopping Rinse hold
Press the Rinse hold button again; the load will be spun according to the selected programme.
Lightly soiled/Half load button
Reduces water consumption, above all
during the rinse.
A
B
Especially suitable for lightly soiled or small
loads (reduce the detergent quantity).
Cold wash button
The water is used at the water supply
temperature.
Intensive rinse button
The intensive rinse function is especially
suitable for areas with particularly soft water, for baby linen and garments worn by allergy sufferers.
An additional 10 litres of water are used for rinsing the laundry.
Especially suitable for the "Cotton" 95°C or "Synthetic" 60°C programmes, since the wash water is cooled before being drained.
PROGRAMME START
1. Plug in the appliance.
2. Turn on the water supply tap.
3. Press the “ON/OFF” button.
DOORLOCK/PROGRAMMEEND/PROGRAMMERESELECTION
DOOR LOCK
The door locks automatically after the programme start until the end of the programme.
PROGRAMME END
The programme sequence indicator is at “Stop”.
1. Press the “ON/OFF” button.
2. Cancel the special options by pressing the
appropriate buttons.
3. Turn the water supply tap(s) off.
4. Wait for the door to unlock (about 2 minutes).
5. Open the door and unload the machine. Note: Do not fully close the door but leave it ajar
to allow the drum to dry out.
PROGRAMME RESELECTION
1. Press the “ON/OFF” button.
2. Select the new programme, temperature and
relative options.
3. Press the “ON/OFF” button. 25
REMOVING THE FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
WHEN TO REMOVE THE FILTER / DRAIN RESIDUAL WATER
Check and clean the filter at least 2 or 3 times a
year.
When the appliance does not drain or spin properly.
When the pump is blocked by an object (buttons, coins, safety pins).
Important: Before draining, make sure that the water has cooled.
REMOVING THE FILTER
1. Switch off the appliance (press the “ON/OFF”
button). Open the filter cover with the coloured insert from
2.
the detergent drawer.
3. Place a tub or container beneath it. Slowly turn the filter anticlockwise until its handle is
4.
vertical without unscrewing it completely.
5. Wait until all the water has drained.
6.
Now unscrew the filter completely and remove it.
7. Remove any foreign material from the filter.
8. Check that the pump rotor moves freely.
9. Insert the filter with the ridge uppermost and screw
it in clockwise until it locks.
10.Close the cover.
11.Pour 1/2 litre of water into the detergent drawer to
reactivate the Eco system.
Some models have no filter, since they are fitted with a self-cleaning pump.
WHEN TO DRAIN RESIDUAL WATER
When transporting (moving) the machine.
If there is danger of freezing in the installation
room. In this case the machine should be drained after every wash.
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
Drain the residual water as described in the
previous 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.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
APPLIANCE EXTERIOR AND CONTROL PANEL
Clean using normal household detergent (do
not use abrasive products).
Dry with a soft cloth.
DETERGENT DRAWER
Disengage the drawer by pressing down the
1.
release lever and extract it. Remove the inserts (the siphon from the
2.
softener compartment the siphon from the chlorine bleach compartment and the coloured insert for liquid detergent).
3. Wash all the parts under running water.
4. Reposition the inserts, fit in the drawer until it
locks.
DOOR SEAL
Clean with a damp cloth when necessary.
Check the seal folds for foreign bodies
periodically.
WATER HOSE MESH FILTER
Check and clean periodically
1. Turn off the tap(s).
2. Unscrew the hose(s) from the tap(s).
3. Remove the mesh filter and clean it.
4. Refit the filter and screw the hose connection
to the tap.
5. Unscrew the hose(s) from the machine.
6. Remove the filter from the washing machine
with pliers and clean it.
7. Replace the filter and screw the hose connection back on to the machine.
8. Turn on the tap(s) and ensure that the connections are completely water-tight.
APPLIANCE FILTER
Check the filter at least two or three times a
year and clean if necessary (see “Removing the filter”).
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The appliance will not switch on
Power plug properly inserted in mains
socket?
Mains fuse OK?
Power failure?
Tap turned on? Is water coming through?
Door closed?
Programme selected?
ON/OFF button pressed?
No water or insufficient water supply
Tap turned on completely?
Kink in water hose?
Water hose filter clogged? (See “Care and
Maintenance”).
Water hose frozen up?
Waste water not pumped out
Drain hose installed correctly? (See
“Installation Instructions”).
Filter clogged? (See “Removing the filter / draining residual water”).
Drain hose frozen up?
Is the rinse hold button pressed?
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Detergent and additive product residues in detergent drawer at end of wash
Siphon installed correctly?
Siphon clogged?
Not enough water delivered? (See above).
Also see “Detergent and additives” and “Care
and Maintenance”.
Machine vibrates during spin cycle
Machine perfectly horizontal with all four feet
on ground? (See “Installation Instructions”).
Transit bolts removed? The transit bolts must be removed before the machine is used (see “Installation Instructions”).
Final spin results are poor
Pump impeller obstructed? (See “Removing
the filter / draining residual water”).
Wash consists of a single heavy/large size article (bathrobe, etc.)? If this is the case the wash machine may detect load imbalance and activate the spin cycle at reduced speed. In this case add further garments and repeat the spin cycle.
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1. Try to remedy the problem (see “Troubleshooting Guide”).
2. Restart the programme to see if the fault is repeated.
3. If the malfunction persists, call After- Sales Service and specify:
The nature of the problem
The exact model of the appliance
The service code
(number after the word SERVICE).
The After-Sales Service sticker is on the inside of the door.
Your full address
Your telephone number and area code.
The After-Sales Service telephone number
and address can be found in the warranty or on application to the retailer.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
TRANSIT BOLTS
The appliance is fitted with red transit bolts to prevent internal damage while it is being moved.
Before using the appliance the transit bolts MUST be removed (Fig. 1).
1. Slacken the bolts with the spanner supplied (Fig. 2).
2. Unscrew the bolts by hand.
3. Hold each bolt head and pull the bolts complete
with plastic spacer through the wide part of the holes.
4. Close the holes with the provided plastic caps. Fit the caps in the direction indicated by the arrow in the large opening and slide them into the narrow slot until they sit properly (Fig. 3).
5. Keep the transit bolts for future use.
Note
Fit the transit bolts before transporting the appliance as follows:
1. Pry up the plastic caps with a screwdriver, slide them out against the direction indicated with the arrow and remove them.
2. Fit the transit bolts by following the above procedure in reverse order.
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
surface, preferably in a corner of the room.
Make sure that all four feet are resting firmly on the floor and check that the appliance is perfectly level (use a spirit level).
If the floor is uneven adjust the front right levelling foot as requested.
Slacken the locknut using the spanner supplied.
1.
Adjust the height of the foot, turning it by hand.
2.
Tighten the locknut anticlockwise towards the
3.
washing machine.
If the appliance is to be installed on a wooden floor, distribute the weight by placing it on a 60 60 cm sheet of plywood at least 3 cm in thickness. Secure the plywood sheet to the floor.
BUILD-UNDER / WORKTOP
The appliance must be installed only under a fitted, continuous kitchen worktop.
The appliance must only be built under using the built under set UBS.
Unplug the appliance from the mains.
1.
Unscrew the worktop fixing screws from the rear of the appliance.
Slide the worktop fully backward and lift it
2.
upwards to remove. Install the cover panel following the relative instructions.
Refit the fixing screws and tighten them.
3.
BUILD-UNDER OPENING DIMENSIONS
Width 600 mm Height 825 mm Depth 600 mm
2
1
3
1
2
3
WARNING:
Only plug the machine into the mains power socket after you have fitted the cover panel or the machine worktop.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
WATER SUPPLY
Water supply: only cold water.
Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connector.
Water pressure (mains pressure):
10-100N/cm2 (1-10bar).
For Great Britain and Ireland only
Water inlet: hot and cold fill. The warm water inlet
temperature must not exceed 60°C.
INLET HOSE(S)
Note: If the inlet hose is already fitted to the rear panel
on the appliance, ignore points 1 and 4.
1. Remove the inlet hose from the drum.
2. Fit the mesh filter supplied in the thread between
the straight end of the inlet hose(s) and the tap(s).
3. Carefully screw the straight end of the inlet hose(s) to the tap(s) by hand.
4. Screw the curved end of the hose to the appliance taking care that the hose is not kinked.
5. Turn the tap(s) on fully and check that the joints at the washing machine and the tap(s) are watertight.
If the hose is not long enough, replace it with a suitable length of pressure-resistant hose (approved under EN50065 to withstand a minimum of 10bar).
Check the hose regularly for brittleness and cracks and replace if necessary.
The washing machine may be connected without a non-return valve.
Observe any special local regulations regarding connection to the water supply.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
DRAIN HOSE
Drain hose connection to water outlet.
1. Unhook the drain hose from the left clip;
see arrowA in Fig. 1.
Important:
Do NOT loosen the drain hose connection; see arrow B in Fig. 1, otherwise there is the risk of leakage (danger of scalding with hot water).
2. Fit the drain hose either to the siphon or hook it over the edge of a sink or bath tub with the “U” bend (Fig. 1). Small hand basins are not suitable.
3. Minimum drain height: 70cm. Maximum U-bend drain height: 125cm.
4. If you need to add an extension, use a flexible hose of the same type and secure the union with screw-on hose clips. Maximum overall drain hose length 2.5m.
Important
Make sure that there are no kinks in the drain hose run and take precautions against it falling while the appliance is running (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1
CONNECTION TO THE MAINS
Observe local utility company regulations.
The connection must be made with a correctly
installed, earthed and insulated socket.
The system must be earthed. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for injury to persons or pets and damage to property caused by disregarding the above instructions.
The voltage, consumption and fuse ratings are displayed inside the door.
The mains connection cable may only be replaced by a qualified electrician.
The appliance conforms to European safety regulations, ECdirective93/68/EWG and EN60555.
Do not use extension leads or multiplugs.
Min 70 cm
Max 125 cm
Fig. 2
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