Whirlpool WA 8385W, WA 8588W, WA 7733, WA STUTTGART 1600, WA 8955 User Manual

YOUR ELECTRONIC WASHING MACHINE		GB

This washing machine is equipped with all-electronic control, which opens up a host of possibilities for you. Amongst others, these include: precise determination of load, Dynamic-Sense Technology, imbalance detection and correction system, fast programme changing, accurate programme sequence indicator, start delay, soaking, safety feature “intelligent (anti-flood) Water Stop system” .

•The load determining facility evaluates the laundry load at the start of the wash cycle and optimises the washing procedure accordingly. The machine adapts automatically to the prevailing circumstances: if you are washing a minimum load, the programme carries out only two rinse cycles during the cotton and synthetics programmes, while keeping the rinse results very good. You save on water, energy and time as a result.

•Thanks to its Dynamic-Sense Technology the appliance adapts optimally to the prevailing circumstances, achieving favourable consumption figures even in the case of small loads. Water supply temperature and pressure, quantity of water and degree of loading, are the parameters taken into account. The progamme duration is influenced by these factors. This is checked and updated at particular stages of the programme. Consequently, the programme duration can vary by up to 60 minutes.

•The imbalance detection and correction system protects your washing machine if the imbalance is too great on initiating a spin cycle. This may occur with a badly distributed load or in the case of single large laundry item. The laundry is re-distributed and the spin speed is not increased until satisfactory laundry distribution has been achieved.

•If you happen to have selected the wrong programme, you can quickly change programme at any time, without needing to add new detergent. Select the desired programme and start the appliance. The new program resumes the wash programme at the same stage at which the preceding one was interrupted.

•The accurate sequence indicator shows what stage of the programme has been reached by LED indicators coming on: after starting the programme, the programme sequence indicator moves from left to right passing through “Wash”, “Rinse”, “Spin”. Once the current stage of the programme has been completed that LED indicator goes out.

The washing process is subdivided into three phases which corresponds to the three wash LEDs:

1.Enzyme phase: at low temperature, organic soiling such as e.g. blood, milk and egg are dissolved.

2.Heating-up phase: the water is heated up to the selected washing temperature.

3.Washing phase: the laundry is washed and, if the temperature is raised, whitened.

•Using the “Start Delay” option (if present) you can select the programme start time from 1 to 19 hours in advance. You can set the programme start time so that the laundry will be completed by a particular time, thus allowing you to take advantage of favourable lower electricity tariffs at night.

•In order to soak particularly heavily soiled colourfast laundry, select the “Coloured” programme and, once the water has been fed in, press the “Start/Pause” button. The programme is interrupted and you can leave the laundry to soak as long as you want.

You can continue the programme by pressing the “Start/Pause” button once again.

•Depending on the washing machine type, it may be equipped with the anti-flood safety feature “intelligent Water Stop system”: Even while switched off your washing machine is able to detect water leakage and brings this to your attention with an audible alarm.

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LAUNDRY CARE LABELS

WASH	IRON
Resistant cotton
Synthetics
Delicates
The figures correspond to the maximum permitted
washing temperatures.
Hand-washed items
Do not wash
Chlorine bleaching possible
Chlorine bleaching not possible
Dry cleanable
Not dry cleanable
DRY

Dry at normal temperature

Dry at a lower temperature

Do not dry in tumble dryer

Hot iron

Use medium hot iron

Do not use hot iron

Do not iron

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE		GB

BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME:

•FOLLOW THE “INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS ”.

•REMOVE THE TRANSIT BOLTS BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE.

•First wash cycle without laundry:

1.Turn on the tap.

2.Close the appliance door.

3.Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent dispenser .

4.Select a short program (see programme chart).

5.The “Power On” indication shows that the machine is switched on.

6.The pilot lamp of the “Start/Pause” button flashes. Press the “Start/Pause” button.

This initial cycle serves to eliminate any water remaining after your appliance was tested at the factory.

NORMAL DAILY USE:

1.Turn on the tap.

2.Sort the wash according to fabric type and colour and load the appliance.

3.Close the door.

4.Put in detergent and any additives required into the dispenser.

5.Select the programme, the temperature and any special options required.

6.The pilot lamp of the “Start/Pause” button flashes. Press the “Start/Pause” button.

IMPORTANT:

During the first 15 minutes of the “Cotton”, “Coulored cotton” and “Synthetics” programmes the door can be opened for adding laundry (“Door Free” indicator). This is not possible if “Rapid” is selected.

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GB			CONTENTS
YOUR ELECTRONIC WASHING MACHINE				PAGE 21
LAUNDRY CARE LABELS				PAGE 22
APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES				PAGE 25
CHILD SAFETY				PAGE 25
PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT				PAGE 26
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS				PAGE 26
TRANSPORT / HANDLING				PAGE 26
PREPARING THE WASH				PAGE 27
DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES				PAGE 28
DYEING AND BLEACHING				PAGE 29
PROGRAMME SELECTION / PROGRAMME START				PAGE 29
START DELAY				PAGE 29
DOOR LOCK / PROGRAMME END				PAGE 30
CHANGING / INTERRUPTING /
CLEARING PROGRAMME				PAGE 30
REMOVING THE FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER				PAGE 30
CARE AND MAINTENANCE				PAGE 32
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE				PAGE 33
AFTER-SALES SERVICE				PAGE 35
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS				PAGE 35

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APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES

1.Worktop

2.Control panel

3.Detergent dispenser

4.After-Sales Service sticker (on the back side of the door)

5.Door

6.Door handle

-To open the door press the button on the inside of the handle and pull

-Close the door by pushing it firmly (the lock will click into place)

7.Child safety (inside door)

8.Filter (behind cover)

9.Plinth

10.Residual water drain (behind the plinth)

CHILD SAFETY

To protect the appliance from improper use, turn the plastic screw on the interior of the door using a coin or the thick rounded plastic projection on the coloured insert from the detergent dispenser.

1.Slot vertical: safety position, i.e. the door will not lock.

2.Slot horizontal: normal position, i.e. the door can be locked again.

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PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

PACKING

•The packing material is 100% recyclable

(marked with the recycling symbol ). Adhere to local regulations when disposing of packaging material.

•The packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) is potentially dangerous and must be kept out of reach of children.

PRODUCT

•The appliance is made from recyclable materials and must be scrapped in accordance with local waste disposal regulations.

•Before scrapping, cut off the power cable so the appliance cannot be connected to the mains.

ENVIRONMENTAL TIPS

•Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated in the Manufacturer’s instructions.

•The Eco Flap - a special system in the outlet will prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid detergent loss into the environment.

•Remove detergent from compartment if you intend scrapping your appliance.

MAXIMISE THE LOAD SIZE

•Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent and time by using the recommended maximum load size.

DO YOU NEED TO PREWASH?

•Use “Prewash” for heavily soiled laundry only! Save detergent, time, water and between 5 to 15 % energy consumption by not selecting “Prewash” for slight to normally soiled laundry.

IS A HOT WASH REQUIRED?

•Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in stains in water before washing to reduce the necessity of a hot wash program.

•Save up to 50% energy by using a 60° C instead of a 90° C wash programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C wash programme.

BEFORE USING A DRYING

PROGRAMME

•Save energy and time by selecting a high spin speed to reduce the water content in laundry before using a drying programme (for machines with adjustable spin speed).

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

•Use the appliance only for domestic washing and for its intended application.

•Ensure the installation of electrical and water connections have been made in accordance with the Manufacturer’s instructions and in observance of local safety regulations (refer to “Installation Instructions”).

•Before cleaning or maintaining the appliance, switch it off and unplug it.

•When the appliance is not in use unplug it and turn off the tap.

•Do not attempt to force the door open.

•Do not allow children to play with the appliance or enter the drum. Do not rest any weight on the door.

•Packing materials can be dangerous for children: keep all packing materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc.) well out of their reach.

•The appliance conforms to European safety regulations and to Directive n. 93/68/EEC and standard 93/68/EC.

TRANSPORT / HANDLING

1.Unplug the appliance.

2.Turn off the tap.

3.Remove the water supply and drain hose.

4.Eliminate all water from the hoses and from the appliance (see “Removing the Filter / Draining Residual Water”).

5.Fit the transit bolts (obligatory) (see “Installation Instructions”).

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