35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 1 WASHING MACHINE FA 4012 USER MANUAL 35.292.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 2 Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. Transport damages When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre.
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35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 4 Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation • Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the appliance is not in use. This preserves the door seal and prevents the formation of musty smells. • All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 5 Child safety • Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach. • Children are often not aware of how dangerous electrical appliances can be. When the machine is working, children should be carefully supervised and not be allowed to play with the appliance. • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. • When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug with the remaining cable.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 6 Technical specifications DIMENSIONS Height Width Depth 85 cm 60 cm 60 cm MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton Synthetics Delicates Woollens 5 kg 2 kg 2 kg 1 kg SPIN SPEED 400 rpm max.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 7 Installation Transit security bars Hydraulic connection Before starting the machine up, the transport security bars must be removed as follows: You are advised to keep all the transport security bars in case the appliance has to be transported again. There should be a COLD WATER tap near the washing machine with a screwing on connection pipe of 3⁄4” gas for the water supply, a sink, a wash basin or a drainage system in the wall. Previously check if: 1.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 8 Electrical connections IMPORTANT: The distance from the floor to the highest part of the hose should be between 60 to 90 cm. (It is advised to be between 60 and 70 cm). The hose must not be bent nor twisted to avoid clogging. Should a prolongation of the discharging hose be unavoidable this must never surpass 1.5 m and must be of the same diameter as the original hose. Make sure the hoses are not too tense. Before plugging the appliance make sure that: 1º.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 9 Your new washing machine This new machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 10 Use Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 1. Programme chart 4. On/off lamp It will help you to choose the most suitable washing programme for your laundry. It lights when the appliance is operating. 5. Program selector 2. “NO SPINNING” button To select the required program turn the control clockwise until the marker on the top coincides with the letter of the required program (reference mark on the control panel).
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 11 Laundry weights Washing hints The following weights are indicative: bathrobe Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Temperatures 90° 60° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...) for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 12 Quantity of detergent to be used Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.
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35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 14 3. Measure out the additives Operating sequence If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked , without exceeding the «MAX» mark. Before washing your first load of laundry, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine. 1.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 15 6. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. The mains on light goes out. If you have selected a programme which ends with the water of the last rinse left in the tub, drain the water before opening the door. Select programme “Q” (drain) or “H” (spin). Wait one or two minutes before opening the door to give the electric locking mechanism time to release it. Remove the laundry.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 16 Programme table Washing programmes for cotton and linen Load: 5 kg Additional functions DESCRIPTION Programme Temp.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 17 Programme table Washing programmes for synthetics, mixed fabrics, delicates and wool Load: 2 kg, wool 1 kg Addi-tional func-tions DESCRIPTION Programme Temp.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 18 Maintenance 1. Bodywork 3. Cleaning of the drainage area Clean the outside of the machine with warm water and a neutral, non-abrasive household detergent. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. The drainage area must be cleaned if the pump has been blocked with objects such as buttons, safety pins, coins, etc. , or if lint has built up because clothes that generate lint have been washed at high temperatures.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 19 4. The water inlet hose filter 6. Frost precautions If it takes longer to fill up the washing machine it is time to check the water inlet hose filter it may be clogged. If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: Turn off the water tap. • disconnect the appliance; Unscrew the fixing nut of the inlet hose.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 20 Something not working? Problems which you can resolve yourself. Problem Possible cause • The machine does not start up: • The door is not firmly closed. • The machine is not plugged in or there is no power at the socket. • The main fuse has blown. • The programme selector is not positioned correctly or the programme selector knob has not been pulled out. • The machine does not fill: • The water tap is closed. • The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.
35.292.732…FA 4012.qxd 17/4/06 19:59 Página 21 If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will require this information.
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