LAVAMAT 64850LE 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 Water drainage ELECTRICAL CONNECTION ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS 32 33 33 Packaging materials Ecological hints 3 34 34 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 inside 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 5 Drain pump 6 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent used for prewash. The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch). Compartment for stain remover used for main wash with STAIN-option. CONTROL PANEL Below is a picture of the control panel.
Display 6 TIME SAVING button 7 DISPLAY 8 START/PAUSE button 9 DELAY START button 10 Indicator pilot lights Symbols: Rinse Hold, 7 Cold 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.
Stand by mode If your laundry is not removed during 10 minutes after the programme is finished, the backlight of the display switches off and the energy saving system will be enabled. Only the button 8 pilot light is blinking to indicate that the appliance has to be switched off. By pressing any buttons the appliance will come out from the energy saving status and you could set another washing programme or switch off the appliance.
Daily use DAILY USE Load the laundry 1. 2. 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 firmly the door. You must hear a click during closing. WARNING! Do not embed the laundry between the door and the rubber joint. Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener Your new appliance was designed to reduce water, energy and detergent consumption. 1.
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 Select the SPIN speed or the RINSE HOLD option (Button 3) When the required programme has been selected, your appliance automatically proposes the maximum spin speed provided for that programme. 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.
Daily use Select the START/PAUSE (Button 8) To start the selected programme, press the button 8, the corresponding red pilot light stops blinking. 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.
Daily use 13 Altering an option or a running programme It is possible to change any option before the programme carries it out. Before you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the button 8. Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it. Turn the programme seand then to the new programme position. Start the new programme by lector dial to pressing the 8 button again. The washing water in the tub will not emptied out.
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 button the appliance will come out of the energy saving status. 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.
Helpful hints and tips 15 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.
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 7 kg - Reduced load 3,5 kg For white and coloured cotton (normally soiled items). SPIN , RINSE HOLD , STAIN 1), 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.
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options SPIN Drain and long spin Max. load 7 kg Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes with the RINSE HOLD option selected. Before selecting this programme the selector dial . You can choose the spin 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.
Care and cleaning 19 2) If you select the SUPER QUICK option by pressing button 6, 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. CARE AND CLEANING 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.
Care and cleaning 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. Clean all parts with water. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. Clean all parts of the washing machine, especially the nozzles in the top of the washing-in chamber, with a brush. Insert the detergent dispenser drawer in the guide rails and push it in.
Care and cleaning 21 • 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. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap cover. 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it.
Care and cleaning 8. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. 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. Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty.
Care and cleaning 5. 6. 7. 8. 23 Unscrew the hose from the machine. Keep a towel nearby because some water may flow. Clean the filter in the valve with a stiff brush or with the piece of cloth. Screw the hose back to the machine and make sure the connection is tight. Turn on the water 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… 3. screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency emptying hose after having put the cap on again. By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is removed, avoiding ice forming and consequently damage to the appliance. When you use the machine again, make sure that the ambient temperature is above 0°C.
What to do if… Problem 25 Possible cause/Solution The machine does not fill: The water tap is closed. • Open the water tap. The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the inlet hose connection. The filter in the inlet hose is blocked. • Clean the water inlet hose filter. The door is not properly closed. • Close firmly the door. The machine fills then empties immediately: The end of the drain hose is too low. • Refer to relevant paragraph in «Water drainage» section.
What to do if… Problem Possible cause/Solution Unsatisfactory washing results: Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used. • Increase the detergent quantity or use another one. Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • Use commercial products to treat the stubborn stains. The correct temperature was not selected. • Check if you have selected the correct temperature. Excessive laundry load. • Introduce into the drum less laundry.
Technical data Problem 27 Possible cause/Solution Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance. No water is visible in the drum: The display shows the alarm code : Anti-flooding system has activated. • Disconnect the appliance, close the water tap and contact the Service Force Centre. If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre.
Installation Energy consumption (KWh)2) Water consumption (litre)2) Delicates 40 °C 0.60 63 Wool/ Handwash 30 °C 0.25 55 Programme1) 1) Refer to the display for the programme time. 2) The consumption information shown in this chart is indicative. It can vary depending on the quantity and the type of laundry, on the temperature of the water supply and on the ambient temperature.
Installation 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. 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers.
Installation 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. Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
Installation 31 Please ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown. Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. Rubber feet kit (4055126249) Available from your authorized dealer. The rubber feet are particularly recommended on floating, slippery and wooden floors.
Installation Water-stop device The inlet hose is provided with a water stop device, which protects against damage caused by water leaks in the hose which could develop due to natural ageing of the hose. This fault is shown by a red sector in the window «A». Should this occur, turn the water tap off and refer to your Service Centre to replace the hose. A Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways: 1.
Electrical connection 33 The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required, also taking into account any other appliances in use. WARNING! Connect the machine to an earthed socket.
Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Ecological hints To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips: • Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!).
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