50110113GB.fm Page 1 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE DOOR BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE PREPARATION OF THE WASHING DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES REMOVING THE FILTER DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE TRANSPORT/HANDLING ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Black process 45.0° 100.
50110113GB.fm Page 2 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE 1.Removing the packaging and inspection 5.Drain • After unpacking, make sure that the washing machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or your local retailer. • Check that the accessories and supplied parts are all present. • Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous.
50110113GB.fm Page 3 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1.Safety instructions • The washing machine is appropriate for indoor use only. • The appliance must only be used after having been installed under a continuous worktop. • Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance. • Do not leave the appliance plugged in when not in use. • Turn off the tap when not in use. • Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off the machine or disconnect it from the mains.
50110113GB.fm Page 4 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. Intermediate cover panel Control panel Detergent dispenser After-Sales Service sticker (inside door) Door Filter Residual water drain hose Adjustable feet 1 3 2 4 5 6 7 8 DOOR To open the door, hold the door handle and pull the door. Close the door by pressing it without excessive force until it clicks shut.
0110113GB.fm Page 5 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM PREPARATION OF THE WASHING 1.Sort the laundry according to... Stain removal • Type of fabric / care label symbol Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics, wool, handwash items. • Colour Separate coloured and white items. Wash new coloured articles separately. • Size Wash items of different sizes in the same load to improve washing efficiency and distribution in the drum. • Delicates Wash small items (e.g. nylon stockings, belts etc.
50110113GB.fm Page 6 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM Where to put detergent and additives Separator A The detergent drawer has three chambers (fig. “A”). Prewash Chamber • Detergent for the prewash Main Wash Chamber • Detergent for the main wash • Stain remover • Water softener ( Softener Chamber • Fabric softener • Liquid starch Pour additives only up to the “MAX” mark.
50110113GB.fm Page 7 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM REMOVING THE FILTER We recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year. Especially: • when the appliance does not drain or spin properly. • If the “Clean pump” indication lights up. IMPORTANT: Make sure the washing water has had time to cool before draining the appliance. 1. Switch off the appliance and unplug it. 2. Remove the plinth. 3. Place a container beneath it. 4.
50110113GB.fm Page 8 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Appliance exterior and control panel Door seal • Can be washed down with a soft, damp cloth. • A little neutral detergent (non abrasive) can also be used. • Dry with a soft cloth. • Clean with a damp cloth when necessary. • Check the condition of the door seal periodically. Appliance interior • After each washing, leave the door open for some time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry.
50110113GB.fm Page 9 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM Water supply hose(s) If a supply hose shows a damage, replace it by a new hose of the same type, available through our After-Sales Service or your specialist dealer. If your supply hose has a transparent hose coating (fig. “C”), periodically check the colour of the transparent coating. If the coating begins to turn red, this is an indication that the hose may have a leak and should be replaced.
50110113GB.fm Page 10 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Your washing machine is equipped with various automatic safety functions. These enable faults to be detected in good time and the safety system can react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor that they can be removed within a few minutes. Problem Causes, Solutions, Tips Appliance does not start, • Plug is not properly inserted in socket.
50110113GB.fm Page 11 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM Description of red indications Description Possible causes Solutions Red indication lights up “Water tap closed” “Clean pump” Appliance has no or insufficient water supply. The “Start/Pause” light flashes. Check whether: • Water tap is fully open and water supply pressure is sufficient. • Kinks are present in the water inlet hose. • Mesh filter of water supply hose is blocked (see “Care And Maintenance”. • The water hose is frozen up.
50110113GB.fm Page 12 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM Description Possible causes Solutions Red indication lights up “Electrical module fault” Select and start the “Drain” programme or push the “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds. “Water level too high” (after programme cancellation or false operating).
50110113GB.fm Page 13 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. Try to remedy the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting Guide”). 2. Restart the programme to check whether the problem has solved itself. Specify: • The nature of the problem. • The washing machine model. • The service code (number after the word SERVICE). 3. If the washing machine continues to function incorrectly, call our After-Sales Service.
50110113GB.fm Page 14 Thursday, May 10, 2007 12:34 PM ELECTRICAL CONNECTION For Great Britain only Warning - this appliance must be earthed Fuse replacement If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp fused plug, to change a fuse in this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to BS 1362 type and proceed as follows: 1. Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B). 2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover. 3. Refit both into plug.
