LAVAMAT 74950A3 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-stop device Water drainage In the interest of the environment ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 34 35 36 36 ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS Packaging materials Ecological hints 3 37 37 37 Subject to change without notice OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAFETY INFORMATION Read carefully and keep for future reference. • The safety of your appliance complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances.
Safety information • Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced people may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts. 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.
Product description 5 • 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. To prevent children or pets becoming trapped inside the drum the machine incorporates a special feature.
Control panel 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. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the buttons and the display.
7 START/PAUSE button ( START/PAUSE ) 8 DELAY START button ( DELAY START ) 9 Display Symbols on the control panel = Handwash = Child Lock Display 9.1 9.2 9.3 9.4 9.9 9.5 9.6 9.7 9.8 9.1 - Temperature indicator and COLD symbol 9.2 - Spin Speed indicator, RINSE HOLD , NIGHT CYCLE - symbols 9.3 - Programme progress display: PREWASH , MAIN WASH , RINSE , SPIN , DRAIN , OVERDOSAGE • The programme progress display shows the washing phases of the selected programme.
First use – The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour and then, when remains 1 hour, the time decreases every minute. • Incorrect option selection – If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message Err is displayed for about 2 seconds and the yellow light of button 7 starts blinking. • Alarm codes – In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example (see chapter «What to do if...»).
Daily use 9 DAILY USE Load the laundry 1. 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. 2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a click during closing. Attention! Be careful not to trap the laundry between the door and the rubber seal. 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, NIGHT CYCLE or 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. RINSE HOLD: by selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics from creasing.
Daily use This option is recommended for heavily soiled laundry. STAIN option Select this option to treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended main wash with time optimized stain action phase). The relevant symbol will appear on the display. This option is not available with a temperature lower than 40°C. If you wish to perform a programme with the stain option, pour stain remover into stain compartment marked with an arrow.
Daily use 13 If an incorrect option is selected, the yellow pilot light of the button 7 blinks 3 times and the message Err is displayed for a few seconds. Select the DELAY START (button 8) Before you start the programme , if you wish to delay the start, press the button repeatedly, to select the desired delay. The corresponding symbol will appear on the display. The wash programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button.
Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the button 7 . • If the DOOR symbol disappears, the door can be opened; • If the DOOR symbol doesn’t go off, it means that the machine is already heating, that the water level is above the bottom edge of the door. In this case the door cannot 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 .
Washing programmes WASHING PROGRAMMES Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry COTTONS/LINEN 95°- Cold Main wash - Rinses - Long spin Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm Max. load 8 kg - Red. load 4 kg For white and coloured cotton (normally soiled items). HYGIENE 60° Main wash - Rinses - Long spin Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm Max. load 8 kg - Red. load 4 kg The washing programme for white cottons.
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options Detergent Compartment SYNTHETICS 60°- Cold Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. load 4 kg - Red. load 2 kg Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options DRAIN Draining of water Max. load 8 kg For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option selected. SPIN Drain and long spin Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm Max. load 8 kg Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes with the Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option selected. Before selecting this pro.
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry OUTDOOR SPORTS 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Maximum spin speed 800 rpm Max. load 2 kg Special program for sport clothes. By selecting this program, do not add any additives.
Helpful hints and tips Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options SUPER ECO Cold Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. load 3 kg Mixed fabrics (cotton and synthetic). Cold wash programme designed for saving energy, water and time. This programme is suitable with detergents that becomes effective at low temperature.
Helpful hints and tips 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 21 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 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 23 Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and objects that could be trapped in the fold. Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if: • the appliance does not empty and/or spin; • the appliance makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump; • a problem with water draining is detected (see chapter “What to do if...” for more details).
Care and cleaning 7. 8. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover by turning it anticlockwise 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. 9. Check carefully whether the pump impeller rotates (it rotates jerkily).
Care and cleaning 25 Cleaning the water inlet filters If the appliance doesn't fill, it takes a long time to fill with water, the starting button blinks yellow or the display (if available) shows the relevant alarm (see chapter "What to do if..." for more details), check if the water inlet filters are blocked . To clean the water inlet filters: 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.
What to do if… 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. screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency emptying hose after having put the cap on again.
What to do if… Problem 27 Possible cause/Solution The washing machine does not start: The door has not been closed. • Close the door firmly. The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket. • Insert the plug into the power socket. There is no power at the socket. • Please check your domestic electrical installation. The main fuse in your house has blown. • Replace the fuse. The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the button 7 has not been pressed.
What to do if… Problem Possible cause/Solution There is water on the floor: Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much foam) has been used. • Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one. Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is damp. • Check the water inlet hose connection. The drain or the inlet hose is damaged. • Replace it with a new one.
Technical data Problem 29 Possible cause/Solution Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin: The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. The laundry is redistributed by reverse rotation of the drum. This may happen several times before the unbalance disappears and normal spinning can resume. If, after some minutes, the laundry is still not evenly distributed in the drum, the machine will not spin.
Consumption values 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.
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 33 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.
Installation 35 Water drainage Place the drain hose into your standpipe, which should have an internal diameter of approximately 38 mm thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe. 38 mm (11.2”) standpipe diameter 30 cm(12”) This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home's drainage system using one of the following methods. 1. Into a drainage standpipe Firstly form a hook in the end of the drain hose using the “U” piece” supplied.
Electrical connection Push the drain hose onto the spigot and secure with a clip, ensure a loop is formed in the drain hose (see diagram) to prevent waste from the sink entering the appliance. If you intend to drain the hose from the machine into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U - Piece” supplied.
Environment concerns 37 WARNING! The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution. WARNING! Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this MUST be carried out by a Service Centre. The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the machine. ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
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