LAVAMAT 64840L User manual Washing Machine
Contents Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we recommend you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any future owner of the appliance. We wish you much joy with your new appliance.
Safety information Environment concerns Packaging materials 32 32 Ecological hints 3 32 Subject to change without notice Operating instructions 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.
Safety information 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.
Product description 5 • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To prevent children or pets becoming trapped inside the drum the 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 anticlockwise until the groove is vertical.
Control panel 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). Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.
Display 7 Display 7.2 7.3 7.1 Duration of selected programme (7.1) : Duration of selected programme : After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed in hours and minutes (for example 2.05 ). 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.
Indicator pilot lights (10) Indicator pilot lights (10) After having pressed the button 8 , the FUNCTIONING pilot light ( 10.1 ) comes on. When the pilot light 10.1 comes on this means that the machine is operating. The DOOR pilot light ( 10.2 ) indicates if the door can be opened: • light on: the door cannot be opened • light blinking: the door is opening • light off: the door can be opened When the appliance is performing additional rinses the EXTRA RINSE pilot light ( 10.3 ) comes on.
Daily use 9 Child safety lock This device permits you to leave the appliance unsupervised 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 8 : it will be impossible to start the machine. • after pressing button 8 : it will be impossible to change any other programme or option.
Daily use 2. 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 means of 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 11 Press this button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine. The relevant light will light up. RINSE HOLD : by selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. When the programme has finished the display shows a blinking , the pilot light 10.
Daily use The pilot light 10.1 is on to indicate that the appliance starts operating. The pilot light 10.2 is on to indicate the door is locked. To interrupt a programme which is running, press the button 8 : the corresponding red pilot light starts blinking. To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button 8 again. If you have chosen a delayed start with button 9 , the machine will begin the countdown.
Daily use 13 Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it . Turn the programme selector dial to and then to the new programme position. Start the new programme by pressing the 8 button again. The washing water in the tub will not emptied out. Interrupting a programme Press the button 8 to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding light starts blinking. Press the button again to restart the programme. Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to a new programme.
Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options COTTONS/LINEN 95°- Cold Main wash - Rinses - Long spin Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg For white and coloured cotton (normally soiled items). SPIN, RINSE HOLD, STAIN1), SENSITIVE, TIME SAVING 2), EXTRA RINSE COTTONS WITH PREWASH 95°- Cold Prewash - Main wash - Rinses - Long spin Max.
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options EASY IRON 60°- Cold Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Max. load 1 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. SPIN, RINSE HOLD, EXTRA RINSE DELICATES 40°- Cold Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Max.
Helpful hints and tips Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options SPIN Drain and long spin Max. load 6 kg Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes with the RINSE HOLD option selected. Before selecting this programme the selector . You can choose the spin dial must be turned to speed by pressing the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun. SPIN FRESH UP 30° Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Max.
Helpful hints and tips 17 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.
Care and cleaning 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.
Care and cleaning 19 External cleaning Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly. Do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the cabinet. Detergent dispenser drawer The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. 1. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling it firmly. 2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 3. Clean all parts with water. 4.
Care and cleaning Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold. Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if: • the machine does not empty and/or spin • the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump. Proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the appliance. 2. If necessary wait until the water has cooled down. 3. Open the pump door. 4. 5.
Care and cleaning 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump. 7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. 8. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. 21 9. Screw the pump fully in. 10. Close the pump door. WARNING! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump.
Care and cleaning Cleaning the water inlet filter If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked. 1. Turn off the water tap. 2. Unscrew the hose from the tap. 3. Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff brush. 4. Screw the hose back onto the tap. Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine: 1. pull out the plug from the power socket; 2. close the water tap; 3.
What to do if… 23 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 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 The machine does not empty and/or does not water still in the tub or a that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected. spin: • Disable the option. • Select the draining or the spinning programme. The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. • Redistribute the laundry.
What to do if… Problem 25 Possible cause/Solution The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. • Check the correct installation of the appliance. The support feet have not been adjusted • Check the correct levelling of the appliance. The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. • Redistribute the laundry. Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum. • Load more laundry.
Technical data Technical data Dimensions Width Height Depth 60 cm 85 cm 63 cm Electrical connection Voltage - Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate, on the inner edge of the appliance door. Water supply pressure Minimum Maximum 0,05 MPa 0,8 MPa Maximum Load Cotton 6 kg Spin Speed Maximum 1400 rpm Consumption values Programme Energy consumption (KWh) Water consumption (litres) White Cottons 95° 2.0 61 Cottons 60° 1.3 58 1.
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 with 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. 7. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph «Water inlet».
Installation 29 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 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 31 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 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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