Whirlpool PDT 1020, PDT 820 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

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CONTENTS

BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL

RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE DOOR CHILD SAFETY BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE PREPARING THE WASH DETERGENT 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. 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 all

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present Keep the packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene

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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 bolts

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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 panel

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Move the appliance without lifting it by the worktop

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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

Make sure that all four feet are resting firmly on the

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floor and check that the appliance is perfectly level (use a spirit level)

4. Water inlet

Connect the water supply inlet hose in accordance

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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)

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 are

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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 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: 825 mm Depth: 600 mm

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)

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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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ma te rial s. It mu st be disp os ed of in compl ia nce w it h 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 when

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not in use Turn off the tap

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Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off the

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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 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

4. EC Declaration of Conformity

This appliance complies with the 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

Worktop

Control panel

Detergent dispenser

After-Service sticker

(inside door) Door

Child safety (inside door)

Compartment door

Filter (inside compartment

door) Plinth

Adjustable feet.

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1 2

7 8

DOOR

Pull the handle to open the

double glass door. Close the door with light force, it will lock home audibly.

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.

CHILD SAFETY

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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