Instructions for installation and use WASHING MACHINE Contents EN Installation, 2-3 EN English,1 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies Technical data Description of the machine, 4-5 Touch control panel Running a wash cycle, 6 Wash cycles and options, 7 Table of wash cycles Wash options Detergents and laundry, 8 AQUALTIS AQ9D 49 U Detergent Preparing the laundry Washing recommendations Precautions and advice, 9 General safety Load balancing system Disposal Opening t
Installation EN ! This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine is sold, given away or moved, please ensure the manual is kept with the machine, so that the new owner may benefit from the advice contained within it. ! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance.
Connecting the drain hose 65 - 100 cm Connect the drain hose to drain duct piping or a wall drain located between 65 and 100 cm above the floor, making sure it is not bent at all. ! CAUTION: if this appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture. EN ! The cable should not be bent or compressed.
Description of the machine EN CONTROL PANEL PORTHOLE DOOR PORTHOLE DOOR HANDLE KICK STRIP ADJUSTABLE FEET PORTHOLE DOOR Always use the handle to open the porthole door (see figure). DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER The detergent dispenser drawer is located inside the machine and can be accessed by opening the door. For more information on detergent measures, please refer to the chapter entitled “Detergents and laundry”. 1. pre-wash compartment: use powder detergent. 2.
Touch control panel START/PAUSE button SPIN WASH CYCLE SELECTOR knob button M2 M1 TEMPERATURE button with indicator light ECO indicator light EN WASH CYCLE PHASE icons DISPLAY Button with ON/OFF indicator light M3 OPTION buttons DELAYED START button CONTROL PANEL LOCK button with indicator light DOOR LOCKED indicator light Button with ON/OFF indicator light: press this briefly to switch the machine on or off. The green indicator light indicates that the machine is switched on.
Running a wash cycle EN WARNING: before you use the washing machine for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry, using the 90° cottons cycle without pre-wash. To remove the delayed start option, press the button symbol will until the display shows the text OFF; the disappear. button. All 1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON.
Wash cycles and options Table of wash cycles Icon Description of the wash cycle Cotton (1): normally soiled whites and resistant colours. Cotton: whites and delicate colours. Max. Max. temp. speed (°C) (rpm) 90° 60° (Max.
Detergents and laundry EN Detergent The type and quantity of detergent required depend on the type of fabric you are washing (cotton, wool, silk, etc.), as well as its colour, the washing temperature, the level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area. Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid wastage and help to protect the environment: although they are biodegradable, detergents still contain ingredients which alter the balance of nature.
Precautions and tips ! The machine was designed and constructed in accordance with international safety regulations. The following information is provided for safety reasons and must therefore be read carefully. General safety • This appliance was designed for domestic use only.
Care and maintenance EN Cutting off the water and electricity supplies • Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system in the machine and help to prevent leaks. • Unplug the appliance when cleaning it and during all maintenance work. Cleaning the machine The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.
Trouble shooting Your washing machine could occasionally fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre (see “Assistance”), make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list. Problem: Possible causes / Solutions: The washing machine does not switch on. • The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or not enough to make contact. • There is no power in the house. The wash cycle does not start. • • • • EN The door is not closed properly.
Assistance 195089800.00 12/2010 - Xerox Fabriano EN Before calling for Assistance: • Check whether you can solve the problem by yourself (see “Trouble shooting”); • Restart the wash cycle to check whether the problem has been solved; • If it has not, contact the Authorised Technical Assistance Service. ! If the washing machine has been installed or used incorrectly, you will have to pay for the call-out service. ! Always request the assistance of authorised technicians.