CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS INSTALLATION 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 ACCESSORIES BUILT-IN MODELS
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE Please, read these instructions carefully before connecting and using the appliance. Before connecting the appliance read these instructions carefully. Repairing the failure arising from inappropriate connections or use of the appliance is not covered by the guarantee. 1.Removing the packaging and inspection • 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.
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1.Packing • If necessary, the power cable may be replaced with an identical one obtained from our AfterSales Service. The power cable must only be replaced by a qualified technician. • Lighters must not be left in pockets. For washer/dryer models • Do NOT dry items that have been washed or treated with chemical stain removers, cooking oil, petroleum, acetone, alcohol, petrol, paraffin, white spirit, wax.
INSTALLATION WARNING!!! The washer/dryer version must not be installed behind a locked door, a sliding door or with a hinged door on the opposite wall to the washer/dryer itself. Remove the transport bolts 1. Loosen the three or four bolts (A). A A 2. Unscrew the bolts by hand. 3. Take hold of the bolts and plastic spacers and remove them. Keep the transport safety bolts for possible future use. 4. Close the holes with the plastic covers (supplied with the documents).
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE 1 1 2 3 4 2 3 4 5 5 6 6 7 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 7 Worktop Control panel Detergent drawer After-Sales Service sticker (inside door) Door Pump access behind plinth or cover (depending on the model) Adjustable feet DOOR To open the door, hold the door handle, press the inside handle (if available on your model) and pull the door. Close the door by pressing it without excessive force until it clicks shut.
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING 1.Sort the load 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 items separately. • Loading 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.) and items with hooks (e.g.
Pouring in the detergents and additives The detergent drawer has three chambers (fig. “A”). A Separator 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”.
REMOVING THE FILTER/DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER We recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year. A Especially: • If the appliance does not drain correctly or if single spin cycles do not take place. • If the “Clean filter” indication lights up: IMPORTANT: make sure the water has cooled before draining the appliance. 1. Switch off the appliance and unplug it. 2.
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 regularly. Appliance internal parts • After each wash, leave the door open for some time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The appliance is fitted with automatic safety functions that detect faults at an early stage and allow the safety system to react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor that they can be dealt with a few minutes. Problem The machine will not turn on and no lamps are lit Causes, Solutions, Suggestions • The plug has not been properly inserted in the socket. • The socket or fuse is faulty (use another lamp or electrical device to test the socket).
Description of red indications The red light will go on (if fitted to the appliance) Alphanumeric indications shown on the display (on models fitted with them) Description Cause Solutions E00 The appliance has insufficient or no water supply. The “Start” light goes on. Check that: • The water tap is fully open and the water pressure is sufficient. • The water supply hose is kinked. • the mesh filters of the water supply could be blocked (see “Care and maintenance”. • The water hose is frozen up.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE Specify: • The nature of the problem. • The washing machine model. • The service code (number after the word 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. 3. If the washing machine continues to function incorrectly, call After Sales Service. The After Sales Service sticker can be found inside the door. • Your full address.
BUILT-IN MODELS INSTALLATION TIPS Washer dryer housing dimensions: • Due to the need for the washer dryer filter to be cleaned periodically the plinth should be easily removable. • For easy care and maintenance water supply and drain should not be positioned behind the appliance. • The electrical connections should be positioned so that the appliance can be disconnected when fitted in position.
FITTING A DÉCOR DOOR TO THE APPLIANCE The appliance front part has been fitted to accommodate the hinges so that the door can be opened either from the left or from the right hand side. Proceed as follows: 1. Screw the hinges onto the décor door, if a dummy drawer front is also being used ensure it to be fastened to the top edge of the door. Ensure the gap between door and drawer matches the units either side. 2. Fix the two hinge plates to the front of the washer dryer using the two plastic backing pieces.
