• DESCRIPTION OF THE MANUAL This manual provides you with all the information you will need to install and set up your washing machine. It also provides information about cleaning and maintenance, suggestions for resolving small problems that could result from a malfunctioning of the appliance, advice about appropriate wash programmes, an explanation of the symbols found on clothes labels and hints on the best way to treat stubborn stains. 1.- CONTROL PANEL 2.- LID 3.- DRUM 4.- DETERGENT COMPARTMENT 5.
• INDEX page SAFETY MEASURES ................................................................... 4 SETTING UP AND INSTALLATION .............................................. 6 CLEANING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ............................... 8 CLEANING THE DETERGENT COMPARTMENTS ..................... 8 CLEANING THE FILTER ............................................................... 9 TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 10 LOADING ADVICE ...........
• SAFETY MEASURES This appliance meets Directives 89/336 ECC, 73/23 EEC and subsequent modifications thereof. IMPORTANT: FOR ALL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WORK • Remove the plug. • Turn off the water inlet tap after each wash. • The manufacturer fits all the machines with an earth connection. Ensure that the electrical installation has an earth connection and that it is connected; if not, call for service.
• Do not use adapters or multiple plugs. • Do not allow the appliance to be used by children without due supervision. • Do not pull the mains lead or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket. • Do not leave the appliance exposed to the atmospheric elements (rain, sun, etc.). • Do not cover the appliance with cloth or plastic while it is working. • Do not install the appliance in damp places or anywhere where it could be sprayed inadvertently by the shower.
• SETTING UP – INSTALLATION • Unpack the appliance. • Remove the 4 screws (A) from the clamp and the other four screws. • Replace the 4 screws (A) and fit the trims provided (D). If your model offers this function: Position the protection sheets as shown in the diagram. • Washing machine with trolley. • Washing machine without trolley.
• IMPORTANT: DO NOT TURN THE TAP ON • Connect the washing machine to the water mains via the new tube supplied inside the drum. Do not use the old tube. • Connect one end of the water inlet pipe to the electrovalve (top rear part of the machine) and the other to a tap or a permanently plumbed-in _” threaded connection. • Position the washing machine next to the wall. Hook the outlet pipe to the edge of the bath tub, ensuring that there are no bends along the tube.
• CLEANING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Do not use abrasives, spirits or solvents on the exterior of the washing machine. It is sufficient to use a damp cloth. The washing machine requires very little maintenance. • Cleaning the drawer compartments. • Cleaning the filter. • After removals or long periods when the machine is left standing. To ensure long life for your washing machine, dry the rubber door seal and leave the door open at the end of the cycle. • CLEANING THE DRAWER COMPARTMENTS I II MAX.
• CLEANING THE FILTER The washing machine comes with a special filter, located at the bottom of the machine’s front panel, that collects larger objects (coins, buttons, etc.) which could block the pump. It is advisable to clean the filter whenever the machine fails to rinse the clothes as well as it should or when it fails to drain properly. When it is necessary to clean the filter, proceed as follows: • • • Use a basin to collect the water coming out.
• TROUBLESHOOTING FAULT CAUSE SOLUTION • The appliance is not plugged in. • The general switch is disconnected. • There is no electricity. • The fuses in the electric installation are damaged or blown. • The door is open. • Plug it in. 2.- The appliance does not load water • See causes for 1. • The tap is turned off. • The programme selector is incorrectly connected. • Check. • Turn on the tap. • Correctly connect the programme selector. 3.
If the problem or malfunctioning persists, disconnect the machine, turn off the tap and do not try to repair. For all repairs contact an Official Technical Assistance service and always insist on the use of original parts. Failure to do so may compromise the safety of your machine.
• USEFUL ADVICE When loading a wash, we recommend that you: • Sort your washing according to COLOUR, DIRTINESS, and DELICACY. • For delicate items we recommend the use of a protective net. • Empty all pockets and ensure that they do not contain metal objects (paperclips, safety pins, pins, coins, etc.). • Fasten pillow slips and cushion coverings, close all zips and fastenings and tie any loose ribbons or belts. • Remove all runners (metal and plastic) from curtains and net curtains.
• LABEL SYMBOLS Labels are usually sown into the collar or side seams. The symbols which appear on them indicate the following: • Maximum WASH temperature. • Appropriate washing methods. • Appropriate products. • How to care for your garment. • Appropriate ironing methods and temperatures. The symbols are as follows: WASH Washing instructions always appear as a basin with different indications: • Do not wash. • Can be washed both by hand or in the washing machine.
TUMBLE DRYING • Can be tumble dried. Do not confuse this symbol with the simple circle which indicates that the item should be dry cleaned. • Do not tumble dry. • Hang to dry. • Do not wring. Should be hung to dry immediately after washing. • Spread over a horizontal surface to dry. Do not hang. DRY CLEANING • Dry clean only. The letters indicate the different solvents that can be used. An “A” indicates that normal solvents can be used. Other letters indicate professional solvents. • Do not wash in an way.
• REMOVING STAINS On occasions, certain stains do not disappear after a simple wash cycle. The following is a list of special treatments which you can try before washing your clothes in the washing machine. Pen and biro marks: rub with a cloth soaked in alcohol. Candle wax: cover the stains with a piece of absorbent paper and iron at the highest temperature suitable for the fabric. Repeat if necessary. Resin, fat and face cream: clean with a petrol-based stain remover and then wash as normal.
