CONTENTS
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
DOOR
CHILD SAFETY (IF AVAILABLE)
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
PREPARING THE WASH
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
REMOVING THE FILTER
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
TRANSPORT/HANDLING
ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Remove 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
Check that the accessories and supplied parts are
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all present
Keep the packing material (plastic bags,
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polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children,
as they are potentially dangerous
2.Remove the transport bolts
The washing machine is fitted with a transport
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bolts to avoid any possible damage to the
interior during transport. Before using the
washing machine, it is imperative that the
transport bolts are removed
3.Install the washing machine
Remove the protective foil from the control
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panel
Move the appliance without lifting it by the
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worktop
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
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surface, preferably in a corner of the room
Make sure that all four feet are resting firmly on
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the floor and check that the appliance is
perfectly level (use a spirit level)
4.Water inlet
Connect the water supply inlet hose in
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accordance with regulations of your local water
company
Water inlet: Cold water only
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Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection
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Water Pressure
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(flow pressure): 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar)
5.Drain hose
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
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over the edge of a sink by means of the “U” bend
supplied
If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
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pumping out system, ensure that the latter is
equipped with a vent to avoid simultaneous
loading and draining of water (siphoning effect)
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 local safety
regulations
Data concerning voltage, consumption and fuses
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are located 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 washing machine must be
earthed by law. The manufacturer declines all
liability for damage to property or injury to
persons or animals due to non-compliance with
the directions given above
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets
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Before any maintenance on the washing
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machine disconnect it from the mains supply
Access to the mains plug or to disconnection
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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
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been damaged during transport. Inform the
After-Sales Service
Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
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by 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: 825 mm
Depth: 600 mm
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PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packaging
The packaging is 100% recyclable and is marked
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with the recycling symbol. Adhere to
current local regulations when disposing of
packaging material
2.Disposing of packaging and old washing
machines
The washing machine is built from reusable
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materials. It must be disposed of in compliance
with current local waste disposal regulations
Before scrapping, remove all detergent residues
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and cut off the power cable so that the washing
machine is made unusable
3.General recommendations
Do not leave the washing machine connected
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when not in use
Turn off the tap
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Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off
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the machine or disconnect it from the mains
Clean the outside of the washing machine with a
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damp cloth. Do not use abrasive detergents
Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step
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Children must not be allowed to play with the
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washing machine or to climb into the drum (see
also the following page chapter “Child Safety”)
If necessary, the power cable may be replaced
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with an identical one obtained from our AfterSales Service. The power cable must only be
replaced by a qualified technician
4.EC Declaration of Conformity
This appliance complies with the EC Directives:
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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
Worktop
1.
Control panel
2.
Detergent dispenser
3.
After-Service sticker
4.
(inside door)
Door
5.
Child safety (inside door, if
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available)
Filter (inside compartment door)
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Plinth
8.
Adjustable feet
9.
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DOOR
To open the single glass door hold the door handle, press the inside
handle and pull the door up. Close the door with light force, it will lock
home audibly.
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CHILD SAFETY (IF AVAILABLE)
To secure the appliance against improper use turn the
plastic screw on the interior of the door. To do this, use
the thick rounded corner of the coloured insert from the
detergent dispenser or a coin:
Slot vertical: the door will not lock
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Slot horizontal: the door can be locked again
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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.
Turn on the tap.
1.
Close the door.
2.
Pour a little detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent compartment .
3.
Select and start a short programme (see quick reference guide).
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PREPARING THE WASH
1.Sort the laundry according to...
• Type of fabric / care label symbol
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics,
wool, handwashed items
• Colour
Separate coloured and white items. Wash new
coloured articles separately
•Size
Laundry items of different sizes distribute
themselves better in the drum and optimise the
washing and spinning action
• Delicates
Wash small items (e.g. nylon stockings, belts
etc.) and items with hooks (e.g. bras) in a
washbag or pillow case with a zip fastener.
Always remove curtain glides or wash curtains
with the glides inside a cotton bag
2.Empty all pockets
Coins, safety pins etc. can damage the laundry,
drum and tub
3.Closures
Close zips and hooks and eyes; Tie loose belts or
straps together
Stain removal
Blood, milk, eggs etc. are generally removed by
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the automatic enzyme phase of the programme
To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit
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stains etc. add a stain remover to the detergent
dispenser chamber
Pre-treat heavily-soiled areas with stain remover
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if necessary
Dyeing
Only use dyes 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
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can be stained by dyes
Loading the laundry
Open the door.
1.
Unfold the laundry and place it loosely in the
2.
drum. Observe the load sizes given in the Quick
Reference Guide.
overloading the machine will result in
Note:
unsatisfactory washing results and creased laundry.
Close the door.
3.
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