LAVAMAT 16950A3 EN WASHER-DRYER USER MANUAL
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Contents 3 CONTENTS 4 6 7 9 9 10 15 17 19 22 22 24 25 31 35 35 35 40 41 Safety information Product description Control panel First use Personalization Daily use Use - Drying Use - Washing and Drying Washing programmes Drying Programmes Helpful hints and tips Drying Hints Care and cleaning What to do if… Consumption values Technical data Installation Electrical connection Environment concerns The following symbols are used in this user manual: Important information concerning your personal safety and inf
Safety information SAFETY INFORMATION 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.
Safety information 5 • 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.
Product description • • • • 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 inside the drum.
Control panel 7 6 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash phase or stain remover. The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).
7 START/PAUSE button (START/PAUSA) 8 DELAY START button (INICIO DIFFERIDO) 9 Display Symbols on the control panel = Cold wash = Handwash Display 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.9 9.8 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.1 - Spin Speed indicator, RINSE HOLD , NIGHT CYCLE - symbols , CUPBOARD 9.2 - Drying degree indicator, allowed by the set programme: IRON DRY DRY and EXTRA DRY - symbols, selectable by pressing the button 3; indicator AUTO, connected to the drying programme and to button 4. , SPIN , 9.
First use 9 The selected delay (20 hours max) set by pressing the relevant button appears on the ), then the duration of the previously selecdisplay for a few seconds (for example ted programme is displayed. The DELAY START symbol will appear on the display. The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour and then, when 1 hour remains, the time decreases every minute. • Selected drying time After selecting a drying programme, the drying time is displayed in minutes and/or hours (max 250 mins).
Daily use Child safety lock This device permits you to leave the appliance unattended and not to worry that children might be injured by or cause damage to the appliance. This function remains able also when the washing machine is not working. There are two different ways to set this option: • Before pressing button 7: it will be impossible to start the machine. • after pressing button 7: it will be impossible to change any other programme or option.
Daily use 2. 11 If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked (the amount used must not exceed the MAX mark in the drawer). Close the drawer gently. Select the required programme by turning the programme selector dial (1) You can choose the right programme for any type of laundry following the descriptions on the washing programme tables (see «Washing Programmes»). Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g.
Daily use NIGHT CYCLE: by selecting this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. As all spinning phases are suppressed, this washing cycle is very quiet and it can be selected at night or in times with a more economical power rate. In some programmes the rinses will be performed with more water.
Daily use 13 If you wish to perform a programme with the stain option, pour stain remover into stain . compartment SENSITIVE option By selecting this option the washing intensity will be reduced. The machine adds one rinse in the programmes for cottons and synthetics. The relevant symbol will appear on the display. This option cannot be selected together with Extra Rinse option. This option is recommended for non fast coloured items and for frequently washed items.
Daily use Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press this button repeatedly, to select the desired delay. The delay time value will appear on the display for about 3 seconds, then the duration of the programme will appear again. The selected symbol appears on the display. You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you press the button 7. You can modify or cancel the delay time at any moment, before you press the button 7.
• If the DOOR symbol stays on, and the door remains locked, this means that the machine is already heating or that the water level is too high. In this case the door can not be opened. If you cannot open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the machine off by turning the selector dial to . After a few minutes the door can be opened (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.
Use - Drying 3. 4. 5. 6. Select the drying programme for Cottons or Synthetic in the Drying sector of the programme selector dial. The DRYING and the ANTI-CREASE symbols corresponding to the phases making up the programme appear on the display. At the same time, the symbols corresponding to the level degrees allowed by the set programme/fabric and «AUTO» lights up. – Set the automatic drying (button 3). With this button you can select the degree of dryness by an electronic drying.
Use - Washing and Drying 17 In the exceptional case that at the end of the cycle the laundry remains slightly wet, we suggest that you unfold the rolled up items, redistribute them evenly in the drum and select an additional drying cycle of 20-30 minutes. USE - WASHING AND DRYING NON-STOP programme: Washing and Automatic drying The recommended load size is 4 kg for cotton and 3 kg for synthetic. It is also possible to dry up to 6 kg of cotton items (see the «Drying Programme » table).
4. Press the relevant buttons to set the required options. If possible, do not set a spin speed lower than that proposed by the appliance to avoid too long a drying time therefore saving energy. In any case the lowest values you can select are 900 r.p.m. for cottons and synthetics and 700 r.p.m. for delicate fabrics. The reduction of the spin speed is only possible after selecting drying. 5. Press the button 4 to set the drying time.
Washing programmes 19 WASHING PROGRAMMES Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options ALGODÓN 95° - 60° Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum spin speed Max. load 8 kg - Reduced load 4 kg1) White cotton (heavily or normally soiled items). SPIN REDUCTION NIGHT CYCLE RINSE HOLD PREWASH2) STAIN SENSITIVE EXTRA RINSE DAILY SUPER QUICK1) 40 - 60 MIX 40° Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum spin speed Max.
Washing programmes Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options PLANCHA FÁCIL PLUS 40° Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm Max. load 1,5 kg Synthetic fabrics to be gentle washed and spun.Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional rinses.
Washing programmes Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options 21 Detergent Compartment DESCARGA Draining of water Max. load 8 kg For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the option selected, which ends with water left in the tub. CENTRIFUGAR Drain and long spin at the maximum spin speed Max.
Drying Programmes DRYING PROGRAMMES Automatic Programmes Degree of Drying Type of Fabric Max Load EXTRA DRY Ideal for towelling material Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc) 4 kg CUPBOARD DRY Suitable for items to put away without ironing Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc) CUPBOARD DRY Suitable for items to put away without ironing Synthetics and mixed fabrics (jumpers, blouses, underwear, household linen) 3 kg IRON DRY Suitable for ironing Cotton and linen (sheets, ta
Helpful hints and tips 23 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.
Drying Hints 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.
Care and cleaning 25 • Also, fabrics containing residue of setting lotions or hair sprays, nail solvents or similar solutions must not be machine dried in order to avoid the formation of harmful vapours. 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.
Care and cleaning After each wash Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming inside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the door seal. Maintenance wash With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues inside the drum. We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis. To run a maintenance wash: • The drum should be empty of laundry.
Care and cleaning 27 Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling agents, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool. 1. 2. Remove any rust deposits on the drum with a cleaning agent for stainless steel. Run a washing cycle without any washing to clean off any cleaning agent residues. Programme: Short Cotton Programme at maximum temperature and add approx. 1/4 measuring cup of detergent. Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and objects that could be trapped in the fold.
Care and cleaning 6. Pull out the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap. 7. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover by turning it anti-clockwise and remove the filter. Use pliers, if necessary. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up any water spillages when removing the cover. Clean the filter under a tap, to remove any traces of fluff. Remove foreign bodies and fluff from the filter seat and from the pump impeller. 8. 9.
Care and cleaning 29 When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When refitting the pump cover, ensure it is securely re-tightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it.
Care and cleaning 7. 8. Screw the hose back to the machine and make sure the connection is tight. Turn on the water tap. Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1. close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap; 2. place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out; 3.
What to do if… 31 WHAT TO DO IF… Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
What to do if… Problem Possible cause/Solution The machine fills then empties immediately: The end of the drain hose is too low. • Refer to relevant paragraph in «Water drainage» section. The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: The drain hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the drain hose connection. The drain filter is clogged. • Clean the drain filter. An option or a programme that ends with the water still in the tub or a that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected.
What to do if… Problem 33 Possible cause/Solution The door will not open: The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. • Wait until the symbol 9.4 has gone off. There is water in the drum. • Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water. The machine vibrates or is noisy: The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. • Check the correct installation of the appliance.
What to do if… Problem Possible cause/Solution The machine makes an unusual noise: The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of the machine. No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance.
Consumption values 35 CONSUMPTION VALUES Programme Energy consumption (KWh) Water consumption (litres) White Cottons 95° 2.50 62 Cottons 60° 1.70 63 Cotton Energy Saving Programme 60° 1) 1.05 57 Cottons 40° 0.97 62 Synthetics 40° 0.55 51 Delicates 40° 0.53 67 Wool/ Handwash 30° 0.32 64 Programme duration (Minutes) For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the control panel.
Installation 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom. 2. Remove the power supply cable and the draining hose from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance. 3. Unscrew the three bolts using the key supplied with the machine.
Installation 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers. 5. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. 6. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph «Water inlet». 7.
Installation Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating. Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.
Installation 39 3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use.
Electrical connection This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall. 2. In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must be above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm above the ground. 3. Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm. The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated, i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger than the outside diameter of the drain hose.
Environment concerns 41 WARNING! Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by a Service Centre. ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
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