30105990GB.fm Page 1 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE DOOR CHILD SAFETY 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 TRANSPORT/HANDLING ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Black process 45.0° 100.
30105990GB.fm Page 2 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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. • 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.
0105990GB.fm Page 3 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1.Packaging • 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. • Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step. • Children must not be allowed to play with the washing machine or to climb into the drum (see also the following page chapter “Child Safety”).
30105990GB.fm Page 4 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE 1 1 2 2 3 3 4 4 5 5 6 6 7 7 8 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 8 Worktop Control panel Detergent dispenser Service plate (inside the door) Door Child safety device (if provided, inside the 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 5 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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. • 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 6 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 7 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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 is not draining properly or if it fails to perform spin cycles. • If the “Clean filter” indication lights up: IMPORTANT: make sure the water has cooled before draining the appliance. 1. Stop the appliance and unplug it. 2.
30105990GB.fm Page 8 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 9 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 10 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 11 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM Description of red indications Red indication lights up (if fitted on your machine) “Water tap closed” “Clean pump” Red indication on display (if fitted on your machine) --- --- Description Causes Solutions 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 12 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM Red indication lights up (if fitted on your machine) Indication on time display (if fitted on your machine) Description Causes Solutions from “F02” to “F35” (except “F09”) “Electrical module fault” Select and start the “Drain” programme or push the “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds. “F09” “Water level too high” (after programme cancellation or false operating).
30105990GB.fm Page 13 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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.
30105990GB.fm Page 14 Tuesday, February 13, 2007 11:13 AM 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.