® Washing machine Instructions for use
Introduction Contents Please read these instructions for use carefully and all other information enclosed with the washing machine. Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners.
General delivery notes Please check that the following items are delivered with the appliance: - Instruction manual - Certificate of guarantee - Inlet hose Check that no damage has occurred during transit, and if so, call your nearest Authorised Technical Support Service agent. M) N.B! If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor ensure that the ventilation holes on the base of the appliance are not obstructed.
Description of controls Fig. 1 Door handle Press the finger-bar inside the door handle to open the door.
The option buttons should be selected before pressing the "Start/Pause" button. D TIME SAVER button Press the button to select or deselect this function. Pressing this button reduces the time of the wash programme by a maximum of 50 minutes depending on the programme and the temperature selected. The "Timer saver" button can be used for washing loads of 1 to 8 kg. This option may only be utilised on COTTONS and SYNTHETICS programmes.
I Spin speed indicator light When you set a program, the maximum possible spin speed will be automatically shown by the relevant indicator light. Choosing a smaller spin speed by the appropriate button, the relevant indicator light will go on. L TIME TO END indicator light In order to manage your time better, this washing machine features an indicator light system that keeps you constantly informed on the remaining cycle time. Indicator light 90: Remaining time above 60 minutes.
TABLE OF PROGRAMMES PROGRAM FOR PROGRAMMES SELECTOR ON: WEIGHT MAX Kg TEMP.
Programme selector SPECIAL “SPIN” PROGRAMME Programme “SPIN” carries out a maximum spin (which can be reduced by using the correct button). TABELLA PROGRAMMI PROGRAMMA PER: SELEZIONE PUNTATORE MANOPOLA PROGRAMMI SU: Tessuti resistenti otone, lino, canapa For the various types of fabrics and various degrees of dirt the washing machine has different programme bands according to: wash cycle, temperature and lenght of cycle (see table of washing cycle programmes).
DAILY WASH 40°C – FAST PROGRAMMES By maintaining exceptional washing performance, these programmes allow you to know in advance the necessary time for your everyday laundry. In fact, this washing machine is equipped wit 2 daily rapid programmes at 40°C, that were just studied for lightly soiled fabrics and medium or little load.
Dosages Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use Choice of detergent General purpose detergents - - Powder detergents, for a thorough wash, with bleaching agent, particularly suitable for use in hot wash programmes (60°C and over), for heavily soiled and stained laundry. Liquid detergents, particularly suitable for grease stains, such as greasy skin marks, cosmetics and oil. These detergents are not suitable for washing stained laundry, as they do not contain bleach.
Useful advice for users Main wash Sorting the laundry - It is recommended you wash only items which are machine washable with water and detergent and not dry-clean items. - If you need to wash rugs, bedspreads or other heavy items, it is best not to spin them.
The correct way to wash Cleaning and routine maintenance Preparing the laundry A) Select the laundry. Loading the laundry B) Open the porthole. C) Put the laundry in the washing machine. Close the porthole again, ensuring that no items of laundry are obstructing the lock. Do not use alcohol-based scourers and / or thinners on the outside of your washing machine, just a wipe with a damp cloth will suffice. The washing machine needs very little maintenance: - Cleaning the drawer compartments.
Attention: if the filter needs cleaning while there is washing still in the drum, follow the instructions on the following page to empty the water. This will prevent excessive loss of water via the filter. Investigating malfunctions What might be the cause of… Defects you can remedy yourself MALFUNCTION CAUSE Cleaning the door glass Regularly clean the door glass with a damp cloth. A build up of soiling and residues from the water may result in water leaking from the door.
Note: The use of environmentally-friendly, phosphate-free detergents can have the following effects: - waste water from rinsing may be cloudier because of the presence of zeolites held in suspension, without the rinse performance being adversely affected; - presence of white powder (zeolites) on laundry after washing, which is not absorbed by the fabric and does not alter the colour of the fabric. - The presence of foam in the final rinsing water is not necessarily an indication of poor rinsing.
SETTING UP + INSTALLATION Remove the polystyrene base and place the machine near its permanent position (diagram 1). 1 Carefully cut through the hose retaining clip at the rear of the appliance (diagram 2). Unscrew the central bolt (A); unscrew the 4 lateral screws (B) and remove the cross piece (C) (diagram 3). Lean the machine forward and remove the plastic bags containing the two polystyrene blocks at the sides, pulling downwards (diagram 4).
Note: it is advisable to turn off the tap after each wash to isolate the washing machine from the water supply. For the washing machine to function properly the terminal end of the discharge hose (mouth) must be at a minimum of 50 cm and a maximum of 85 cm from the ground. ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS After installation, the appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.
® This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. The symbol on the product indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.