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INTENDED USE This washing machine is exclusively destined to wash and spin machine washable laundry in quantities which are usual for private households. • Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart when using the washing machine • Keep these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart; if you pass on the washing machine to another person, also give him/her Instructions for Use and Programme Chart. SAFETY AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1.
• The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE (pict. 1) - Depending on the model a. Worktop (for freestanding models) /Top cover (for built-in models) e. Door b. Detergent drawer f. Pump access with filter and emergency drain hose (if available) behind the plinth c. Control panel g. Adjustable feet d. Service plate (inside the door) 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. BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE 3.
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES Keep detergents and additives in a safe, dry place out of the reach of children. Do not use any solvents (e.g. turpentine, benzene); do not machine wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents or flammable liquids. Only use detergents and/or additives that are specifically produced for domestic washing machines. Observe the recommendations on the care labels of your laundry. Please note: Too much detergent can result in excess foam formation, which reduces washing efficiency.
CLEANING THE FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER 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.
Door seal • • Filter • Check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year (see “Draining Residual Water/ Cleaning The Filter”). Dry the door seal after each washing with an absorbent cotton cloth; make sure that the door seal is completely dry before closing the door of the empty washing machine. Check the condition of the door seal periodically. Do not use detergents containing solvents, scouring powder, glass or general purpose cleaners, and flammable fluids.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Your washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and allow you to 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, no indicators are on • Plug is not properly inserted in socket. • Socket or fuse does not function correctly (use a table lamp or similar appliance to test it).
Problem Causes - Solutions - Tips Programme duration is considerably longer or shorter as indicated in the “programme chart” or on the display (if available) Normal function of the washing machine to adapt to factors that can have an effect on the programme duration, like excessive foam formation, load unbalance due to heavy laundry items, prolonged heating time resulting from low inlet water temperature etc.
Failure indicator blinks Description - Causes - Solutions Appliance has no or insufficient water supply. The “Start(Pause)” light blinks. Check whether: “Water tap closed” • • • • • Water tap is fully open and water supply pressure is sufficient. Kinks are present in the water inlet hose. Mesh filter of water inlet hose is blocked (see “Care and Maintenance”. The water hose is frozen up.
INSTALLATION GUIDE Pictures are on the cover of this Instruction for Use. For built-in washing machines: observe the separate Built-in Instructions. Noise, excessive vibrations and water leakages can be caused by incorrect installation of washing machine. For freestanding models: NEVER move the washing machine by carrying it at the worktop. REMOVE TRANSPORT BOLTS! (pict.
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