Whirlpool PWF 4746, WA 5345, WAK 3462, FL 1281, WAK 3673 User manual
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DEFINITION OF USE
This washing machine is exclusively destined to
wash and spin machine washable laundry in
quantities which are usual for private households.
Observe the instructions given in these Instructions
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for Use, the Installation Guide and the Programme
Chart when using the washing machine.
Keep these Instructions for Use, the Programme
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Chart and the Installation Guide; if you pass on the
washing machine to another person, also give him/
her Instructions for Use, Programme Chart and
Installation Guide.
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
Water pressure
1.Removing the packaging and inspection
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.
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
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polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children,
as they are potentially dangerous.
If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to
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delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few
hours before operating.
2.Remove the transport bolts
The washing machine is fitted with transport
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bolts to avoid any possible damage to the interior
during transport. Before using the machine, it is
imperative that the transport bolts are removed.
After their removal, cover the openings with the
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4 enclosed plastic caps.
3.Install the washing machine
Remove the protective film from the control panel
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(if available on your model).
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 stable and resting
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on the floor and then check that the washing
machine is perfectly level (use a spirit level).
In case of wooden or so-called “floating floors”
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(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.
Make sure that the ventilation openings in the
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base of your washing machine (if available on
your model) are not obstructed by a carpet or
other material.
4.Water inlet
Connect the water inlet hose(s) to the drinking
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water supply in accordance with the regulations
of your local water company.
For models with one inlet valve: cold water
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For models with two inlet valves: cold AND hot
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water, or cold water only (see separate
Installation Guide).
Water tap: 3/4” threaded hose
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connector
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(flow pressure): 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).
Use only new hoses to connect the washing
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machine to the water supply. Used hoses must
not be used and should be discarded.
For models with hot fill: the hot water inlet
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temperature must not exceed 60°C.
5.Drain
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 an
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integrated 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
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qualified technician in compliance with the
manufacturer’s instructions and current standard
safety regulations.
Data regarding voltage, power consumption and
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protection requirements is given on the inside of
the door.
The appliance must be connected to the mains by
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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 due to
non-compliance with the directions given above.
Do not use extension leads or multiple sockets.
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Before any maintenance on the washing machine
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disconnect it from the mains supply.
After installation, access to the mains plug or to
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disconnection from mains supply must be
ensured at all times via a double-pole switch.
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 o ut
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by After-Sales Service.
The appliance must only be used in the
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household for the prescribed uses.
Minimum housing dimensions:
Width: 600 mm
Height: 850 mm
Depth: 600 mm
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PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Safety instructions
The washing machine is appropriate for indoor
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use only.
Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance.
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Children must be supervised to ensure that they
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do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
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(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Do not operate the washing machine at
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temperatures below 5°C.
If you want to place a dryer on top of your
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washing machine, first contact our After-Sales
Service or your specialist dealer to verify if this is
possible. This is only admitted if the dryer is fixed
on the washing machine by using an appropriate
stacking kit available through our After-Sales
Service or your specialist dealer.
Do not leave the appliance plugged in when not
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in use.
Turn off the tap when not in use.
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Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off
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the machine or disconnect it from the mains.
Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step.
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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.
2.Packaging
The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and
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marked with the recycling symbol . Adhere
to current local regulations when disposing of
packaging material.
3.Disposing of packaging and scrapping
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.
This appliance is marked according to the
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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.
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
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.Frost
Do not place the washing machine in a room prone
to frost. If you must, make sure that the washing
machine is completely drained after each wash:
Remove inlet hose(s) from water tap and let the
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water flow out completely.
Remove drain hose from siphon or handwash
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basin and let the water flow out completely.
Empty residual water inside the machine by
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following the instructions in the chapter
“Draining Residual Water”; tilt the appliance
forward with two persons to let the rest water
flow out completely.
5.Saving tips
The water consumption of your washing machine is
optimized; in some programmes you therefore
cannot see the water through the door glass when
the machine is in operation.
Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent
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and time by using the recommended maximum
load size.
Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated
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in the manufacturer’s instructions.
The Eco-Ball - a special system in the outlet - will
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prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid
detergent loss into the environment.
Use “Prewash” (if available on your model) for
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heavily soiled laundry only! Save detergent, time,
water and energy consumption by not selecting
“Prewash” for slightly to normally soiled laundry.
Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried-
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in stains in water before washing to reduce the
necessity of a hot wash programme.
Save energy by using a 60° C instead of a 95° C
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wash programme or a 40°C instead of a 60°C
wash programme.
Save energy and time by selecting a high spin
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speed to reduce the water content in laundry
before using a tumble dryer.
6.EC Declaration of Conformity
The appliance conforms to the following
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European Standards:
2006/95/EC Low Voltage Directive
2004/108/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive
The Manufacturer is not liable for any damage to
laundry resulting from inadequate or incorrect
fabric care instructions which have been provided
with the garment or article.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
Depending on the model:
Worktop
1.
Control panel
2.
Detergent dispenser
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Service plate (inside the door)
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Door
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Pump access with filter and emergency drain hose (if available) behind the plinth
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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.
Open the tap.
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Close the door.
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Add a small amount of detergent (maximum 1/3 of the quantity the detergent manufacturer
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recommends for lightly soiled laundry) to the main wash chamber of the detergent dispenser.
Select and start programme “Synthetics” at 60°C (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
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 main wash
chamber of the detergent dispenser.
Pre-treat heavily-soiled areas with stain remover
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if necessary.
Dyeing and bleaching
Only use dyes and bleaches that are suitable for
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washing machines.
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 or bleaches.
Loading the laundry
Open the door.
1.
Load the articles one at a time loosely into the
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drum, without overfilling. Observe the load sizes
given in the programme chart.
overloading the machine will result in
Note:
unsatisfactory washing results and creased laundry.
Close the door.
3.
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
Do not use liquid detergent when activating the
Keep detergents and additives in a safe,
dry place out of the reach of children!
The choice of detergent depends on:
Type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics,
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delicate items, wool).
Please note:
washing wool and garments made of microfibres
(like sports or swimwear).
Colour.
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The wash temperature.
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Degree and type of soiling.
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Remarks:
Any whitish residues on dark fabrics are caused
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by insoluble compounds used in phosphate-free
powder detergents. If this occurs, shake or brush
out the fabric or use liquid detergents.
Use only detergents and additives specifically
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produced for domestic washing machines.
When using descaling agents, dyes or bleaches
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for the prewash (if available on your model),
make sure that they are suitable for use in
domestic washing machines. Descalers could
contain products which could damage your
washing machine.
Do not use any solvents (e.g. turpentine,
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benzine). Do not machine wash fabrics that have
been treated with solvents or flammable liquids.
Do not use liquid detergent for the main wash
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when having activated the “prewash” option (if
available on your model).
Use only specific detergents for
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“Start Delay” function (if available on your model).
Dosage
Follow the dosage recommendations on the
detergent pack. They depend on:
degree and type of soiling
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size of wash
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- 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.
If there is no reference to a certain wash load on
the detergent pack: the detergent manufacturers
usually refer their dosing recommendations to
4.5 kg laundry for heavy duty detergent and
2.5 kg laundry for delicate detergent.
water hardness in your area (ask for information
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from your water company). Soft water requires
less detergent than hard water.
Please note:
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, or prolong the programme
duration and increase the water consumption (see
also remarks on foam formation in the
“Troubleshooting Guide”).
Insufficient detergent may result in grey laundry and
also calcifies the heating system, drum and hoses.
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