ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE INTENDED USE • This washing machine is exclusively destined to treat machine washable laundry. • Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use, the Installation Guide and the Programme Chart when using the washing machine. Keep these Instructions for Use, the Programme Chart and the Installation Guide; if you pass on the washing machine to another person, also give him/her Instructions for Use, Programme Chart and Installation Guide.
2. Packaging • fabric care instructions which have been provided with the garment or article. The packaging material is entirely recyclable, and marked with the recycling symbol . Adhere to current local regulations when disposing of packaging material. 3. Disposing of packaging and scrapping old washing machines • • • The washing machine is built from reusable materials. It must be disposed of in compliance with current local waste disposal regulations.
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE 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. Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous. If the appliance was exposed to the cold prior to delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few hours before operating.
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE Depending on the model: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. Worktop Control panel Detergent dispenser Service plate (inside the door) Door Pump access with filter and emergency drain hose behind the plinth Adjustable feet 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.
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.) and items with hooks (e.g.
consumption (see also remarks on foam formation in the “Troubleshooting Guide”). Insufficient detergent may result in grey laundry and also calcifies the heating system, drum and hoses. Please note: Too much detergent can result in excess foam formation, which reduces washing efficiency. If the washing machine detects too much foam, it may prevent spinning, or prolong the programme duration and increase the water Where to put detergent and additives The detergent drawer has three chambers (fig. “A”).
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER/ CLEANING THE FILTER We recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year, especially: • If the “Clean pump” indication lights up. • If the appliance is not draining properly or if it fails to perform spin cycles. If the washing machine stands in a room prone to frost, you have to drain residual water after each wash to avoid damages. IMPORTANT: make sure the water has cooled before draining the appliance. 1. Stop the appliance and unplug it.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE Appliance exterior and control panel • Wash down with a soft, damp cloth. Dry with a soft cloth. Appliance interior • • After each washing, leave the door open for some time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry. If you never or seldom wash your laundry at 95 °C, we recommend to occasionally run a 95 °C programme without laundry, adding a small amount of detergent, to keep the interior of the appliance clean.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Your washing machine is equipped with various can react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor that they can be removed automatic safety functions. These enable faults to be detected in good time and the safety system within a few minutes. Problem Causes, Solutions, Tips Appliance does not start, • Plug is not properly inserted in socket. no indicators are on • Socket or fuse does not function correctly (use a table lamp or similar appliance to test it).
Problem Causes, Solutions, Tips Final spin results are poor • Unbalance during spinning prevented spin phase to protect the washing machine (see “Unbalance during spinning”). • Excessive foam formation prevented spinning; select and start “Rinse & Spin” programme. Avoid excessive detergent dosing (see “Detergents And Additives”). • “Spin” button has been set to a low spin speed. Normal function of the washing machine used for optimizing the rinse The washing machine is at a standstill for several phase.
Description of failure indicators Failure indicator blinks Description Causes Solutions Appliance has no or insufficient water supply. The “Start/Pause” light blinks. 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”. “Water tap closed” • The water hose is frozen up.
Failure indicator blinks Description Causes Solutions Indication on display (if available) from “F03” to “F43” (except “F18” and “F24”) “Electrical module fault” Push the “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds. “F24” May appear for very water-soaking laundry, or if you added too much laundry for a programme destined for small loads only. Do not overload the washing machine. Push the “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds to stop the programme.
AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: Specify: 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 our After-Sales Service. • The nature of the problem. • The washing machine model. • The service code (number after the word SERVICE). The After-Sales Service sticker can be found inside the door. • Your full address.
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.
EU - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY We BAUKNECHT HAUSGERÄTE GmbH, D-73614 Schorndorf representing WHIRLPOOL EUROPE S.r.l. I-21025 COMERIO declare under our sole responsibility that the product washing machine WHIRLPOOL 12NC Code: Approval type: AWM 8101/PRO 8592 121 01010 D 422 P to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the following standard(s) or other normative document(s) EN 60335-1:2002+A11:2004+A1:2004+A12:2006+A2:2006+A13:2008+A14:2010 +A15:2011 EN 60335-2-7:2010 EN 62233:2008+Ber.
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