M ARGHERITA The secrets of fabrics How to get better results M ARGHERITA ALD 12 S Instructions for installation and use GB A wash performance The first washer-dryer to give a perfect wash at only 40°C Cashmere Gold The first washer-dryer to have The Woolmark Company recognition Margherita Washer-dryer safe Assistance, Spare parts and Accessories? Call your nearest Customer Service Centre or dial 0870 607 0805 and easy to use Margherita - Iinstructions for installation and use
M ARGHERITA Quick guide to Margherita Here are the 13 topics explained in this manual. Read, learn and have fun: you will discover many secret ways to get a better wash, more easily and making your washer-dryer last longer......and especially keeping an eye on safety. 1. Installation and removal (p. 11) Installation, after delivery or transport, is the most important operation for the correct functioning of your Margherita washer-dryer. Always check: 1. That the electric system complies with the law; 2.
M ARGHERITA What goes in your washer-dryer? Before washing, you can do a great deal for better results. Divide your garments according to fabric and colour. Read the labels, follow their indications and alternate small items with large ones. Before washing. Divide your washing according to the type of fabric and colour resistance: sturdy fabrics should be separated from delicate ones. Light colours should be separated from dark ones.
M ARGHERITA Understanding the control panel Here Im in command E Making the right choice is important. And its easy. F G L I H N M O Programme selector knob and programmed start Use this knob to select the wash programme. Turn this knob clockwise only. To select a programme, you should turn the knob so that the symbol/number of the desired programme is in line with the pointer on the glass O. Now press on/off button L (position ON), pilot lamp M will start flashing.
ARGHERITA M What are you washing today? A programme for all seasons Type of fabric and degree of soil Progr. knob Temp. knob Detergent Fabric for wash softener Stain rem. button/ Bleach Length of the cycle (minutes) Description of wash cycle COTTONS Exceptionally soiled whites (sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 1 90°C ◆ ◆ Del./Trad. 145 Wash cycle at 90°C, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles Heavily soiled whites and fast colours 2 60°C ◆ ◆ Del./Trad.
M ARGHERITA How to dry A combined Washing and Drying Programme Look at table A to the side and follow the instructions provided for MAX load to have an automatic washing and drying cycle. Follow the instructions for wash only (see page 2, the paragraph entitled "Starting Margherita") and use knob C to set the type of drying cycle desired, then press button L (ON position).
M ARGHERITA Understanding labels Learn the meaning of these symbols and you will get better results, your garments will last longer and your machine will repay you by washing better. All over Europe, garment labels These symbols are divided in five contain messages expressed in different categories and shapes: small yet important symbols. washing , bleaching , Understanding them is very ironing , dry cleaning and important if you want to get drying .
M ARGHERITA Useful tips to avoid mistakes Never use your washerdryer to wash... torn, fraying or non-hemmed linen. If it is absolutely neccessary, place it in a bag for protection. Brightly coloured linen with whites. How much does it weigh? 1 sheet 400-500 gr. 1 pillow case 150-200 gr. 1 tablecloth 400-500 gr. 1 bathrobe 900-1,200 gr. 1 towel 150-250 gr.
M ARGHERITA Its important for a good wash The secrets of the detergent dispenser The first secret is the easiest: the detergent dispenser is opened by rotating it outwards. You must add detergent and any additives following the dosage recommended by the manufacturers: generally, all the indications you need are on the box. Doses vary according to wash load, the water hardness and how soiled the washing is. Experience will help you select the right dosage almost automatically: it will become your secret.
M ARGHERITA Troubleshooting Before calling, read the following Your washer-dryer could fail to work. In most cases, the problems arising can be easily solved without having to call for a technician. Before calling for assistance, always check these points. The washer-dryer fails to start. Is the plug correctly inserted into the socket? It could have been moved whilst cleaning.
M ARGHERITA The washer-dryer does not drain or spin. Does the selected programme foresee water draining? Some wash cycles require enabling the draining manually. Is the Rinse hold" function -where provided - enabled? This function require enabling the draining manually. Is the drain pump clogged? To check it, close the tap, unplug the washer-dryer and follow the instructions on page 13, or call for technical assistance.
M ARGHERITA Installation and removal When Margherita arrives Whether new or just transported to a new house, installation is extremely important for the correct functioning of your washer-dryer. After removing the appliance from its packaging, check that it is intact. If in doubt, contact a qualified technician immediately. The inside of the machine is supported, for transportation, by four screws on the back panel.
M ARGHERITA Replacement fuse covers: If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug. Replacements can be obtained directly from your nearest Service Depot. Removing the plug: If your appliance has a nonrewireable moulded plug and you should wish to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units etc.
M ARGHERITA Easy Care and Maintenance Treat her well and shell be your friend forever Your washer-dryer is a reliable companion in life and on the job. It is just as important for you to keep it in shape. Margherita is a washer-dryer designed to last a lifetime without any problems. A few simple steps help keep it in shape and last longer. Firstly, you must close the water tap after each wash: the constant pressure of water could warp a few of the component parts.
M ARGHERITA More and more important Your safety and that of your children Margherita has been built in compliance with the strictest international safety regulations. To protect you and all your family. Read these indications and all the information in this manual carefully: they are an important source, not only of numerous useful tips, but also of vital information on safety, use and maintenance. 1.
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