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4gb15161.fm5 Page 17 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Before Using The Washing Machine 1. Remove the packaging and check • 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 packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous 2.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 18 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Precautions and General Recommendations 1. Packaging • The packaging is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycling symbol. Adhere to current local regulations when disposing of packaging material 2.Disposing of packaging and old washing machines • The washing machine is built from reusable materials.
gb15161.fm5 Page 19 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Description Of The Washing Machine 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Worktop Control panel Detergent dispenser After-Service sticker (inside door) Door Child safety (inside door) Filter (inside compartment door) Plinth Adjustable feet. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Door 1. Pull the handle to open the double glass door. Close the door with light force, it will lock home audibly. 2.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 20 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Before The First Wash Cycle To remove any residual water used in testing by the manufacturer, we recommend that you carry out a short wash cycle without laundry. 1. Turn on the tap. 2. Close the door. 3. Pour a little detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent compartment . 4. Select and start a short programme (see quick reference guide). Preparing The Wash 1. Sort the laundry according to...
4gb15161.fm5 Page 21 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Detergent And Additives The choice of detergent depends on: • type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics, delicate items, wool). Note: Use only specific detergents for washing wool • colour • the wash temperature • degree and type of soiling Remarks: Whitish residues on dark fabrics are caused by insoluble compounds used in modern phosphate-free powder detergents. If this occurs, shake or brush out the fabric or use liquid detergents.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 22 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Pouring in the detergents and additives Chamber • Detergent for the prewash Chamber • Detergent for the main wash • Stain remover • Water softener (water hardness 4) When using liquid detergent, remove the coloured insert from the detergent container and insert it in the first gap in chamber . The scale on the insert makes dosing easier. Chamber • Fabric Softener • Liquid starch Only pour additives in up to the “Max” mark.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 23 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 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 pump is blocked by a foreign body (e.g. buttons, coins or safety pins) IMPORTANT: make sure the water has had time to cool before draining the appliance. 1. Switch off the appliance and unplug it. 2. Open the filter cover.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 24 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Care And Maintenance Appliance exterior and control panel • Can be washed down with a soft, damp cloth • A little neutral cleaner (not abrasive) can be used • Dry with a soft cloth Detergent dispenser Door seal Filter • Clean with a damp cloth when necessary • Check the seal folds for foreign bodies periodically • We recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year see “Removing The Filter”) 1.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 25 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Troubleshooting Guide Depending on the model, your washing machine is equipped with various automatic safety functions. This enables 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. The appliance will not start, no lamp lights up.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 26 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Fault display table Luminous display “Water tap” “Water Stop” Spin speed lights flash flash flash flash a. Fault in the water supply The appliance has no or insufficient water supply. For models with a fault display, the “Tap Off” display lights up and the spin speed indication LED flashes. If a digital display is fitted, “H” and “F” are also displayed alternately.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 27 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Then: 1. Plug in the appliance. 2. Turn the water tap on (if water immediately flows into the appliance again, without the appliance being started, there is a fault. Turn off the tap and notify After-Sales Service). 3. For models with fault display, select and start the desired programme again. For models with no fault display, continue the programme by pressing the “On/Off” button again.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 28 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM After-Sales Service Before contacting AfterSales Service: 1. Try to remedy the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting Guide”) 2. Restart the programme to check whether the problem has solved itself 3.
4gb15161.fm5 Page 29 Tuesday, March 19, 2002 6:16 PM Electrical connection 1) For Great Britain only 2) For the Republic of Ireland only Warning - this appliance must be earthed The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply, but a third type of plug and socket is also used, the 2-pin, side earth type. 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.
