Zanussi ZWF 1423, ZWF 1223 User Manual

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Washing Machine Waschmaschine

ZWF 1223 ZWF 1423

Contents

Safety information _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2 Product description _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 Control panel _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 4 Helpful hints and tips _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 10 First use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 11 Personalisation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 11 Daily use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 12

Safety information

Important! Read carefully & keep for future reference.

• The safety of Your appliance complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.

• It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.

• You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

• Before first starting up, check the appliance for any damage incurred during transport. Never connect up a damaged appliance . If parts are damaged, contact your supplier.

• If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus temperatures. Store it at room temperature for 24 hours before using for the first time.

General safety

• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.

• During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do not touch it!

• Make sure that small pets and children do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please check into the drum before using.

• Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause ex-

Care and cleaning _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 14 What to do if… _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 17 Technical data _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 19 Consumption values _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 20 Installation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 20 Electrical connection _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 22 Environment concerns _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 22

Subject to change without notice

tensive damage and must not be placed into the machine.

• Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you overfill. Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations of quantities.

• Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum.

• Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material.

• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, cleaning and maintenance.

• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced people may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

Installation

• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.

• When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre.

• All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section in the user manual.

• After having installed the appliance, check that it is not standing on the inlet and drain hose and the worktop is not pressing the electrical supply cable against the wall.

• If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely under the appliance.

• Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after the installation.

• If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the “dangers of freezing” chapter.

• Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.

• Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.

Use

• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed.

• Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label.

• Do not overload the appliance. See the Washing Programme Table.

• Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.

• Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in the machine.

• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.

• Never use the appliance if the power supply cable, the control panel, the working surface or the base are dam-

aged so that the inside of the washing machine is accessible.

Child safety

• This appliance is not intended for use by person (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.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach

• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.

• Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To prevent children and pets becoming trapped inside the drum this machine incorporates a special feature.

To activate this device, rotate the button (without pressing it) inside the door clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If necessary use a coin.

To disable this device and restore the possibility of closing the door, rotate the button anti-clockwise until the groove is vertical.

Product description

Detergent dispenser drawer

Control panel

Door opening handle

Rating plate

Drain pump

Adjustable feet

Detergent dispenser drawer

Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak phase or for stain remover used during the stain action phase (if available). The prewash and soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the stain action phase.

Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. If using liquid detergent pour it just before starting the programme.

Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch). Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment before starting the wash programme.

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Control panel

On the following page there is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the buttons, pilot lights and the display. These are presented by relevant numbers on the following pages.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Programme selector dial

SPIN reduction button

OPTIONS button

PREWASH button

EASY IRON button

EXTRA RINSE button

START/PAUSE button

DELAY START button

DOOR LOCKED pilot light

Display

Table of symbols

Programme selector dial Programmes Special programmes

Cotton Wool Synthetics Jeans Delicates Curtains Handwash Soak Cold wash Miniprogramme

Partial programmes

Rinses Spin Drain

Push buttons Pilot lights

Spin Rinse Hold

Options

Prewash Easy Iron

Economy Super Quick

Extra Rinse Start/Pause Delay start Child lock Door locked

Programme selector dial, spin speed button and available options

Programme Selector Dial

It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/or to select a programme.

Spin Reduction

By pressing this button you can change the spin speed of the selected programme.

Available options: Rinse hold

By selecting this function the water of the last rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. Before opening the door it will be necessary to empty out the water. To empty out the water, please read the paragraph «At the end of the programme».

Economy

Only for cottons and synthetic items lightly or normally soiled at a temperature of 40°C or higher. The washing time will be prolonged and the washing temperature will be reduced. You can use this option if you want to wash normally soiled laundry and at the same time save energy.

Super Quick

Short cycle for lightly soiled items or for laundry which needs only freshening up. We recommend you to reduce the fabrics loading.

Prewash

By selecting this option the machine performs a prewash cycle before the main wash phase. The washing time will be prolonged. This option is recommended for heavily soiled laundry.

Easy Iron

By selecting this option the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform some additional rinses in some programmes. On cotton programmes the maximum spin speed is reduced automatically.

Extra Rinse

This appliance is designed to save energy. If it necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water (extra rinse), select this option. Some additional rinses will be performed. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft.

Start Pause

This button allows you to start or to interrupt the selected programme.

Delay Start

The programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button.

Door locked pilot light

The pilot light 9 illuminates when the programme starts and indicates if the door can be opened:

• light on: the door cannot be opened. The machine is working or has stopped with water left in the tub.

• light off: the door can be opened. The programme is finished or the water has been emptied out.

• light blinking: the door is opening in a few minutes.

Display (10)

10.1 10.2

The display shows the following information:

10.1: Child safety lock

This device permits you to leave the appliance unattended during it's functioning.

10.2:

• Duration of the selected programme After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed

in hours and minutes (for example

). The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute.

• Delayed start The Selected delay set by pressing the relevant button appears on the display for a few seconds, then the duration of the selected programme is displayed again. The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour and then, when 1 hour remains, every minute.

Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry

COTTONS 90° - 30° Main wash - Rinses Spin at the maximum speed Max. load 7 kg - Reduced load 3 kg White and coloured cotton (normally soiled items).

SYNTHETICS 60° - 30° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 900 rpm Max. load 3.5 kg - Reduced load 1.5 kg Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, nonshrink shirts, blouses.

DELICATES 40° - 30° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 700 rpm Max. load kg 3.5 - Reduced load kg 1.5 Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.

• Alarm codes In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example

(see paragraph

«What to do if...»).

• Incorrect option selection If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message Err is displayed at the bottom of the display for a few seconds. The integrated red light of button 7 starts flashing.

• End of programme When the programme has finished the flashing zero (

) is displayed. The pilot light 9 and the pilot light of

button 7 go out. The door can be opened.

Options

Detergent

Compartment

SPIN REDUCTION

RINSE HOLD ECONOMY

SUPER QUICK

PREWASH

EASY IRON

EXTRA RINSE

SPIN REDUCTION

RINSE HOLD

ECONOMY

SUPER QUICK

PREWASH

EASY IRON

EXTRA RINSE

SPIN REDUCTION, if

available

RINSE HOLD

SUPER QUICK

PREWASH

EXTRA RINSE

Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry

HANDWASH 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 900 rpm Max. load 2 kg Special programme for delicate fabrics with «hand washing» care symbol.

WOOL 40° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 900 rpm Max. load 2 kg Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics. Note: A single or bulky item may cause imbalance. If the appliance doesn’t perform the final spin phase, add more items, redistribute the load manually and then select the spinning programme.

JEANS 40° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm Max. load 3.5 kg With this programme it is possible to wash items like trousers, shirts or jackets in denim and also jersey realized with hi-tech materials. (The Extra Rinse option will be activated automatically).

CURTAINS 40° Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 700 rpm Max. load 2.5 kg This programme it is possible to wash with an extra water load. The machine will add automatically a prewash phase before the main wash to eliminate the dust. (Do not put any detergent in the prewash compartment).

Options

SPIN REDUCTION

RINSE HOLD

SPIN REDUCTION

RINSE HOLD

SPIN REDUCTION

RINSE HOLD

PREWASH

EASY IRON

SPIN REDUCTION, if

available

RINSE HOLD

EXTRA RINSE

Detergent

Compartment

Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed

Options

Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry

SOAK 30° Prewash - Soak for about 40 minutes - Stop with water in the tub Max. load 7 kg Special programme for heavily soiled laundry. The machine performs a soak at 30°C. At the end of this time the machine will stop automatically with water left in the tub. Before starting a new washing phase, it is necessary to empty out the water by:

• Draining only: turn the programme selector dial to Drain programme. (Press the button

7).

• Draining and spinning: turn the programme selector dial to programme Spin, reduce the spin speed by pressing the button 2, and then press button 7.

Important! This programme cannot be used for very delicate fabrics as silk or wool. Pour the detergent for the soak programme into the appropriate compartment. At the end of the soak (after having emptied out the water) you can select the washing programme (first turn the

programme selector dial to MINI PROGRAMME 30

Main wash - Rinses

, then to the programme and press the button 5).

SPIN REDUCTION, if

available

Maximum spin speed at 700 rpm Max. load 3 kg Quick washing programme for cotton and synthetic items which are lightly soiled or only need freshening up.

RINSE Rinses Spin at the maximum speed Max. load 7 kg

SPIN REDUCTION

RINSE HOLD

EASY IRON

EXTRA RINSE With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final long spin. The spin speed can be reduced.

DRAIN Draining of water Max. load 7 kg For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the Rinse Hold option selected.

Detergent

Compartment

Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed

Options

Detergent

Compartment Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry

SPIN

SPIN REDUCTION

Drain and long spin Spin at the maximum speed Max. load 7 kg Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes with the Rinse Hold option selected. You can choose the spin speed by pressing the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.

= OFF

For cancelling the programme which is running or to switch the machine off .

1) This option is not active at a temperature lower than 40° C.

2) If you select the Super Quick option by pressing button 4, we recommend that you reduce the maximum load as indicated. Full loading is possible however with somewhat reduced cleaning results.

3) If using liquid detergents, a programme without PREWASH must be selected.

4) With «Easy Iron» option Max. load 1.5 kg

Helpful hints and tips

Sorting out the laundry

Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens.

Before loading the laundry

Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their «whiteness» in the wash. New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately the first time. Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes. Remove persistent stains before washing. Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.

Removing stains

Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing.

1) do not use acetone on artificial silk

Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole. Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only). Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only).

Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone

, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain. Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat any residual marks with bleach.

Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first

with acetone marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.

, then with acetic acid; treat any residual

Detergents and additives

Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling. All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance:

• powder detergents for all types of fabric

• powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens

• liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only.

The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme.

If using liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. Your appliance incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.

Quantity of detergent to be used

The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use. Use less detergent if:

• you are washing a small load

• the laundry is lightly soiled

• large amounts of foam form during washing.

Degrees of water hardness

Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. If the water hardness degree is medium or high we suggest you to add a water softener following always the manufacturer’s instructions. When the degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent.

First use

• Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions.

• Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum.

• Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment

of the detergent drawer in order to

Personalisation

Acoustic signals

The machine is provided with an acoustic device, which sounds in the following cases:

• at the end of the cycle

• if there is a fault.

activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at the highest temperature without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start the machine.

By pressing the 4 and 5 buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is deactivated (except if there is a fault). By pressing these 2 buttons again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.

Child safety lock

This device permits you to leave the appliance unattended so you do not need to worry that children might be injured by or cause damage to the appliance. This function remains enabled also when the washing machine is not working. There are two different ways to set this option:

Daily use

1. Before pressing button 7: it will be impossible to start the machine.

2. After pressing button 7: it will be impossible to change any other programme or option.

To enable or disable this option press simultaneously for about 6 seconds buttons 2 and 3 until on the display, the

appears or disappears.

icon

Load the laundry

Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Close the door.

Make sure that no laundry stays between the seal and the door. There is a risk of water leakage or damage to the laundry.

Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener

Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure out the amount of detergent required, pour it into the

main wash compartment partment if the selected programme/option it requires (see more details in "Detergent dispenser drawer"). If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked «MAX» mark in the drawer). Close the drawer gently.

(the amount used must not exceed the

or in the appropriate com-

Select the required programme by means of the programme selector dial (1)

Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The green pilot light of button 7 starts to flash. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Turn the selector dial to position gramme/to switch the machine OFF. At the end of the programme the selector dial must be

turned to position Important! If you turn the programme selector dial to

another programme when the machine is working, the red pilot light of button 7 will blink 3 times and the

Err

message The machine will not perform the new selected programme.

, to switch the machine off.

is displayed to indicate a wrong selection.

to reset the pro-

Select the spin speed by pressing button 2

When selecting a programme, the appliance proposes automatically the maximum spin speed provided for that programme. (See "Washing programmes" for the maximum allowed spin speed). Press this button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a different speed. The relevant pilot light illuminates.

Select the available options by means of buttons 3, 4, 5 and 6

Depending on the programme, different options can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before starting the programme. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights illuminate. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out. If an incorrect option is selected, the integrated red pilot light of the button 7 flashes 3 times and

Err

the message For the compatibility among the washing programmes and the options see chapter «Washing programmes».

is displayed.

Start the programme by pressing button 7

To start the selected programme, press this button; the corresponding green pilot light stops blinking. The pilot light 9 illuminates to indicate that the appliance starts operating and the door is locked. If you have chosen a delayed start, the machine will begin the countdown.

Important! If an incorrect option is selected, the message

Err

is displayed for a few seconds and the red pilot light of

this button blinks 3 times.

Select the Delay Start by pressing button 8

Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press this button to select the desired delay. The selected delay time value will appear on the display for a few seconds, then the duration of the programme will appear again. You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you start the programme. You can cancel or modify the delay time at any moment, before you press button 7. Selecting the delay start :

1. Select the programme and the required options.

2. Select the delay start by pressing button 8.

3. Press button 7:

- the machine starts its hourly countdown.

- the programme will start after the selected delay

has expired. Cancelling the Delay Start after having started the programme:

1. Set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing but-

ton 7.

Press button 8 once. On the display will appear

3. Press button 7 again to start the programme. Important!

• The selected delay can be changed only after selecting

the washing programme again.

• The door will be locked throughout the delay time. If

you need to open the door, you must first set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing button 7 and wait a few minutes before opening the door. After you have closed the door, press the same button again.

Important! The Delay Start cannot be selected with the draining programme.

Altering an option or a running programme

It is possible to change some options before the programme carries them out. Before you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing button 7. Changing a running programme is possible only by reset-

ting it. Turn the programme selector dial to to the new programme position. Start the new programme by pressing button 7 again. The washing water in the tub will be not emptied out.

and then

Interrupting a programme

Press the button 7 to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding pilot light starts blinking. Press the button again to restart the programme.

Cancelling a programme

Turn the selector dial to to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select a new programme.

Opening the door after the programme has started

First set the machine to pause by pressing the button 7. If the pilot light 9 blinks and after a few minutes goes off, the door can be opened. If the pilot light 9 remains lit, this means that the machine is already heating or that the water level is too high. In any case, do not try to force the door open! If you cannot open the door but you need to open it, you have to switch the machine off by turning the selector dial

. After a few minutes the door can be opened.

to (Pay attention to the water level and temperature!). After closing the door, it is necessary to select the programme and options again and to press button 7.

At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically. Some acoustic signals sound and a blinking

light of button 8 and the pilot light 9 go off. If you have set a programme or an option that ends with water left in the tub, the pilot light 9 remains on. The door is locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out. During this time the drum continues to turn at regular intervals until water draining. Follow the below instructions to empty out the water:

Turn the programme selector dial to

2. Select the draining or spinning programme.

3. Reduce the spin speed if needed, by pressing the relevant button.

4. Press button 8.

appears on the display. The pilot

At the end of the programme, the door is released and can be opened. Turn the programme selector dial to switch the machine off. Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully check that the drum is empty. If you do not intend to carry out

another wash, close the water tap. Leave the door open to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant smells.

Stand by : once the programme has finished after a few minutes the energy saving system will be enabled. The brightness of the display is reduced. By pressing any but-

Care and cleaning

Warning! You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out

any cleaning or maintenance work.

Descaling

The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.

External cleaning

Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly.

Cleaning the dispenser drawer

The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly.

Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. Flush it out under a tap, to remove any traces of accumulated powder.

To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment should be removed.

ton the appliance will come out of the energy saving status.

Cleaning the drawer recess

Having removed the drawer, use a small brush to clean the recess, ensuring that all washing powder residue is removed from the upper and lower part of the recess.

Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme without any clothes in the drum.

Cleaning the pump

The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if:

• the appliance does not empty and/or spin;

• the appliance makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump;

• a problem with water draining is detected (see chapter “What to do if...” for more details).

Warning! Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.

2. Do not remove the filter while the appliance oper-

ates. Do not clean the drain pump if the water in the appliance is hot. The water must be cold before you clean the drain pump.

Proceed as follows:

Open the pump door. Put a container below the recess of the drain pump to collect the water that flows out.

Press the two levers and pull forward the drainage duct to let the water flow out.

When the container is full of water, put the drainage duct back again and empty the container. Do steps 3 and 4 again and again until no more water flows out from the drain pump.

Remove fluff and objects from the pump.

Make sure that the impeller of the pump can turn. If this does not occur, contact the service centre.

Clean the filter under the water tap and put it back in the pump into the special guides. Make sure that you tighten correctly the filter to prevent leakages.

Pull back the drainage duct. Unscrew the filter and remove it.

Close the pump door.

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