Instruction booklet WASHING MACHINE GB Contents English Installation, 2-3 GB Unpacking Remove the transit fixings Levelling Water connections Drainage and electrical connections Technical details Washing machine description, 4-5 Control panel LEDs Starting and programmes, 6 Briefly: how to start a programme Programmes table A1637 A1437 A1237 Personalisation, 7 Setting the temperature Setting the spin speeds Functions Detergents and laundry, 8 Detergent dispenser Preparing your laundry Special ite
Installation GB ! Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. Should the appliance be sold, transferred or moved, make sure the instruction manual accompanies the washing machine to inform the new owner as to its operation and features. ! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information on installation, use and safety. Unpacking 1. Unpack the machine. 2. Check whether the washing machine has been damaged during transport.
Installation Drainage connections B A The first wash cycle GB A. Connect the drain hose, without kinking it, to a draining duct or a wall drain fixed at a height between 65 and 100cm from the floor. Once the appliance has been installed and before you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle without detergent and no laundry, setting the 90˚C programme without a pre-wash cycle. B. Alternatively, place it over the edge of a basin, sink or tub, fastening the hose supplied to the tap.
Washing Machine Description GB Control panel FUNCTION Buttons LEDs Programme key START/STOP Button ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK LED PROGRAMME Knob START/RESET Button Detergent dispenser SPIN SPEED Knob TEMPERATURE Knob Detergent dispenser: To add detergent and fabric softener (see Detergents and Laundry). TEMPERATURE knob: To set the temperature or the cold wash cycle (see Personalisation). Programme key: To consult a straightforward chart of the different programmes available.
Washing Machine Description LEDs: The LEDs provide important information. This is what they tell you: Additional feature - Models A1637 & A1437 only: Your machine has a delay Timer function and there is additional marking alongside the LEDs. GB Delay set: Cycle phase under way: During the wash cycle, the LEDs gradually illuminate to indicate the cycle phase is under way: Note: during draining, the LED corresponding to the Spin cycle phase will be turned on.
Starting and Programmes GB Briefly: starting a programme 5. Set the spin speed (see Personalisation). 6. Add the detergent and any fabric softener (see Detergents and Laundry). 7. Start the programme by pressing the START/RESET button for at least 2 seconds. 8. When the programme is finished, the ON-OFF / DOOR LOCK LED will flash to indicate that the appliance door can now be opened. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to allow the drum to dry thoroughly.
Personalisation Setting the temperature Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Programmes Table). The temperature can be lowered, or even set to cold wash ( ). The spin speed can be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting symbol . The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed higher than the maximum speed for each programme.
Detergents and Laundry GB Detergent dispenser Preparing your laundry Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent won’t necessarily make for a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause a build up on the interior of your appliance and even pollute the environment. Note: We recommend that if you use colour catcher sheets in your appliance that these only be used inside a wash bag, as otherwise they can affect the performance of your machine.
Precautions and advice ! The machine was designed and built in compliance with the applicable international safety regulations. The following information is provided for your safety and should consequently be read carefully. Saving on detergent, water, energy and time ● ● General safety ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● This machine should only be used by adults and in accordance with the instructions provided in this manual. Do not overload the machine.
Care and maintenance GB Switching off the water or electricity ● ● Turn off the water tap after every wash. This will limit the wear of your appliances water system and also prevent leaks. Unplug your appliance when cleaning it and during all maintenance operations. Cleaning Cleaning the exterior The exterior and rubber parts of your appliance can be cleaned with a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.
Troubleshooting One day your machine seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the following troubleshooting suggestions: Problem: Possible causes / Solution: The machine won’t start? ● ● The wash cycle won’t start? ● ● ● ● ● The machine fails to fill with water? ● ● ● ● ● ● The machine continuously fills with water and drains? The machine does not drain or spin? The drain hose is not fitted between 65 and 100cm from the floor (see Installation).
Service 195058270.00 06/2006 - SIMLEX . Four Ashes, Wolverhampton GB Before calling the Service Centre: ● ● Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting). If not, turn off the appliance and call the Service Centre closest to you. What to tell the Service Centre: name, address and post code. ● telephone number. ● the type of problem. ● the date of purchase. ● the appliance model (Mod.). ● the serial number (S/N).