LAVAMAT 46010 User manual Washing machine
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Contents 3 Contents Warnings Use Precautions to be taken against frost Description of the appliance Dispenser box Control panel Display Personalisation Child safety Audible signal How to run a wash cycle Loading washing Proportioning of detergents Selecting the programme Selecting the spin speed Selecting options Prewash Stain Sensitive Time saving Rinse plus Selecting a start delay Start of the programme Programme sequence Adding washing during the first 10 minutes Modifying the programme in progress Can
Contents Care and cleaning Descaling the appliance The exterior Dispenser box Drainage filter Water inlet filters Operating problems Warnings Installation Unpacking Untying Water supply Drainage Electrical connection Positioning Environment Disposing of the appliance Protecting the environment 22 22 22 22 24 25 26 29 30 30 32 34 35 36 36 38 38 38 The following symbols have been used in this user guide : Important information about concerning your safety and information on how to avoid damaging the app
Warnings 5 Warnings Keep this user manual with your appliance. If the appliance is sold or given to another person, please make sure this user manual is included. This way, the new user will have the relevant operating instructions and warnings. These warnings are for the safety of you and others around you. Please read these points carefully before installing and using your appliance. Thank you for your attention. Use • Unpack or ask for the appliance to be unpacked immediately upon arrival.
Warnings Precautions to be taken against frost If your appliance is exposed to temperatures below 0°C, the following precautions must be taken : • Close the tap and disconnect the inlet hose. • Place the end of this hose and the drain hose in a basin on the floor. • Select the Drain programme let it run until the end of the cycle. • Disconnect the appliance from the power supply by turning the program selector to “Stop”. • Unplug the appliance. • Screw the inlet hose back on and replace the drain hose.
Description of the appliance 7 Description of the appliance The control panel Lid Lid handle Filter access cover Adjustable levelling feet Dispenser box Prewash Wash Softener (do not fill above the MAX symbol M ) Lever for moving the appliance
Description of the appliance Control panel Programme selector Display Pushbuttons and their functions Delay start pushbutton Indicators Start/Pause pushbutton Display Length of cycle or Timer delay countdown Delay start Child safety
Description of the appliance 9 Personalisation Child safety This option provides two types of locking : - if the option is activated after the cycle has started, no changes to the options or program are possible. The cycle runs and you must deactivate the option to run a new cycle. - if the option is activated before the cycle has started, the appliance cannot be started. To activate the child safety device, you must : 1.Switch the appliance on. 2.
How to run a wash cycle How to run a wash cycle ? Before you wash laundry in your washing machine for the first time, we recommend you run a preliminary wash at 95°C, with no laundry but with detergent. This will clean the tub. Loading washing • Open the lid of the appliance. • Open the drum by depressing the locking button A : The two shutters unlock automatically. • Load the washing, close the drum and the lid of your washing machine.
How to run a wash cycle 11 other positions). This programme dial can be turned to the right or to the left. If the programme dial is turned while the washing machine is on a washing cycle, the error code “Err” appears in the display window and the START/PAUSE button flashes in yellow for a few seconds. The programme then continues without taking any notice of the new position of the dial. To remedy the problem, put the dial back to its initial position.
How to run a wash cycle Stain For very dirty or stained washing. A stain removing product can be poured into the prewash compartment in the product dispenser. Sensitive Rinsing action increased by an additional rinse cycle with, at the same time, reduced drum movement (fabric protection). Ideal for frequent washes, for example, in the case of very sensitive skin (not compatible with the Rinse plus option).
How to run a wash cycle 13 PAUSE and then DELAY START. Press START/PAUSE to start the cycle. • To change the timer delay period, you must go through the OFF position and reprogram your cycle. The lid will be locked during the delayed start time. If you need to open it, you must first pause the appliance by pressing the START/PAUSE pushbutton. After closing the lid again, press the START/PAUSE pushbutton.
How to run a wash cycle to change the programme, you must cancel the current programme (see below). Cancelling the programme If you want to cancel the programme, turn the programme selector to the OFF position. End of the programme The washing machine stops automatically ; the START/PAUSE pushbutton goes out and “0” flashes on the display. The lid can only be opened around 2 minutes after the washing machine has come to a stop. The DOOR LOCKED indicator lights off. 1.
Washing guide 15 Washing guide Sorting and preparing the washing • Sort washing by type and care label (refer to International symbols section below) : normal wash for tough fabrics which can withstand intense washing and spinning cycles ; delicate wash for delicate fabrics which need to be treated with care. For mixed loads, loads with items of different types of material, choose a programme and a temperature suitable for the most fragile material.
Washing guide Detergents and additives Only use detergents and additives designed for use in a washing machine. Refer to manufacturer’s recommendations and also Dispenser box and Using the right amount of detergent sections. We do not recommend mixing different types of detergents. This may spoil the washing. The amount of detergent to be used depends on the size of the load, the hardness of the water and how heavily soiled the washing is. If the water is soft, reduce the amount slightly.
Washing guide 17 International symbols NORMAL WASH Wash at 95°C Wash at 60°C Wash at 40°C Wash at 30°C Hand wash DELICATE WASH BLEACHING Whitewashing (bleach) allowed (cold only and in diluted solution) Do not wash No whitewashing (bleach) IRONING High temperature (max 200°C) Mid temperature (max 150°C) Low temperature (max 100°C) Do not iron DRY CLEANING Dry cleaning (all common solvents) Dry cleaning (all common solvents except trichlorethylene Dry cleaning (only oil-based solvents and
Programmes table Programmes table All the possibilities are not listed here, only the settings which are customary and sound in practice. Programme / Type of washing Load Possible options Cotton : White or colour, e.g., normally soiled work clothes, bed linen, table linen, body linen, towels. 6,0 kg Prewash Stain* Sensitive Time saving Rinse plus Rinse hold Delay start Synthetics : Synthetic fabrics, body linen, coloured fabrics, non-iron shirts, blouses.
Programmes table Eco** : White or colour, e.g., normally soiled work clothes, bed linen, table linen, body linen, towels. 6,0 kg * Not available with programmes with wash temperatures of 40°C and above. ** Reference programme for test conforming to CEI 456 standard.
Consumption 20 Consumption Temperatures Water consumption in litres Energy consumption in kWh Cotton 95 55 2,00 Cotton 60 55 1,20 Cotton 40 55 0,85 Cotton 30 55 0,50 Cotton cold 55 0,35 Synthetics 60 44 0,85 Synthetics 40 44 0,55 Synthetics 30 44 0,35 Synthetics cold 44 0,15 Easy iron plus 40 55 0,40 Delicates 40 48 0,50 Delicates 30 48 0,35 Delicates cold 48 0,15 Wool plus / 30 50 0,35 Wool plus / cold 50 0,10 Rinses - 32 0,05 Drain - -
Technical specifications 21 Technical specifications DIMENSIONS Height Width Depth LINE VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY POWER CONSUMPTION WATER PRESSURE Connection to water supply 850 mm 400 mm 600 mm 230 V / 50 Hz 2300 W Minimum Maximum 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar) 0,8 MPa (8 bar) Type 20x27 This appliance conforms to the CEE 89-336 directive concerning the limiting of radio-electric interference and the 2006/95/CE directive concerning electrical safety.
Care and cleaning Care and cleaning Unplug the appliance before cleaning. Descaling the appliance It is not generally necessary to remove limescale from the appliance if the detergent product is properly dosed. If it becomes necessary to remove limescale, use a commercially available special non-corrosive product specifically designed for washing machines. Follow the dosing instructions and observe the intervals between uses indicated on the packaging.
Care and cleaning 23 3. Clean the two parts of the detergent dispenser under running water. 4. Re-assemble the two parts of the detergent dispenser. 5. Reposition the detergent dispenser.
Care and cleaning Drainage filter Clean the filter located at the base of the appliance regularly : 1. Open the door, with the aid of a screwdriver, for example. 2. Place a bowl underneath it. Turn the plug anti-clockwise until it is vertical and can release the residual water. 3. Unscrew the plug completely and remove it. 4. Clean it carefully under running water.
Care and cleaning 5. Put it back in. 6. Screw in the plug. 7. Close the door again. Water inlet filters Unscrew the ends of the water inlet pipe and clean the filters.
Operating problems Operating problems Numerous checks were carried out on your appliance before it left the factory. However, should you notice a malfunction, please refer to the sections below before contacting the after-sales service.
Operating problems 27 Problems Causes the wash cycle is much too long: •the water inlet filters are dirty, •the power or water supply has been cut off, •the motor overheating detector has been activated, •the water inlet temperature is lower than usual, •the foam detection security system has been activated (too much detergent) and the washing machine has begun draining the foam, •the out of balance detector has been activated : an extra phase has been added to distribute washing more evenly in the dru
Operating problems ** On some models, the audible signals can sound. *** After solving any problems, press the START/PAUSE pushbutton to restart the interrupted programme.
Warnings 29 Warnings • This appliance is heavy. Take care when moving it. • The appliance must have the transit bolts removed before use. If all protective transit devices are not removed, this could cause damage to the appliance or to neighbouring cabinets or furniture. The appliance must be unplugged from the electricity supply when the transit bolts are being removed. • Connection to the water supply must be carried out by a qualified plumber.
Installation Installation Remove all protective packaging for transit before using for the first time. Keep in case needed for future transit : Transporting a non-secured appliance may damage internal components and cause leakages and malfunctions. The appliance can also be damaged through physical contact. Unpacking 1. Tilt the appliance backwards. 2. Make it do a quarter turn on one of the corners to remove the transport base. 3. Open the lid of the appliance and remove the red block. 4.
Installation 5. Lift the detergent dispenser out upwards. 7. Replace the detergent dispenser. 31 6. Remove the block immobilising the drum.
Installation Untying 4 3 5 1 2 1 Operation 1. Operation 2. 2 Operation 3. Operation 4.
Installation 3 Operation 5. Operation 6. Operation 7. Operation 8. 4 Operation 9.
Installation To install your washing machine at the same level as surrounding furniture, proceed as follows : 5 Operation 1. Operation 2. Water supply Install the supplied water inlet hose at the rear of your washing machine by proceeding as follows (Do not reuse an old hose) : Operation 1. Operation 2.
Installation 35 Operation 3. Operation 4. Open the water inlet tap. Check there are no leaks. The water inlet hose can not be extended. If it is too short, please contact the after-sales service. Drainage The connector at the end of the flexible hose can be attached to all common types of standpipe. 1.Attach the connector to the standpipe with the hose clamp supplied with the appliance*. * depending on model 2.Fit the U-piece on the drainage hose.
Installation Air must be able to enter the end of the hose, to avoid any risk of siphoning. The drain hose must never be stretched. If it is too short, contact a tradesperson. Electrical connection This washing machine must only be connected in single-phased 230 V. Check the fuse size : 10 A for 230 V. The appliance must not be connected with an extension lead or multi-plug adaptor. Ensure that the plug is earthed and that it is in accordance with current norms.
Installation 3.When the appliance is stable, hold the foot against the floor and raise the collar as far as it will go.
Environment Environment Disposing of the appliance All materials carrying the symbol are recyclable. Dispose of them at a waste collection site (enquire at your local council) for collection and recycling. When disposing of your appliance, remove all parts which could be dangerous to others : cut off the power supply cable at the base of the appliance. The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
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