Amica AWE512L User manual

WASHING MACHINE
Please read this User Manual carefully before using the appliance!
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IO 00532/1
(01.2012)
AWE512L

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CONTENTS
Basic Information........................................................................................3
Notes on Safety............................................................................................................4
Installing the Washing Machine........................................................................................6
Understanding the symbols on clothes labels..................................................................8
Description of control panel.............................................................................9
Using the appliance................................................................................11
Table of programmes..............................................................................12
Troubleshooting..................................................................................14
Maintenance and Cleaning..................................................................................15
Practical Hints on Washing..............................................................................16
Specification.................................................................................19
Service and Warranty.......................................................................................19
Technical Description................................................................................20
In accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC and Polish legislation regarding
used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with the symbol of the
crossed-out waste container.
This marking means that the appliance must not be disposed of together with other
household waste after it has been used. The user is obliged to hand it over to waste
collection centre collecting used electrical and electronic goods. The collectors, inclu-
ding local collection points, shops and local authority departments provide recycling
schemes. Proper handling of used electrical and electronic goods helps avoid environ-
mental and health hazards resulting from the presence of dangerous components and the inappropria-
te storage and processing of such goods.

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BASIC INFORMATION
From today, washing will be easier than ever before. The Amica washing machine combines
exceptional ease of use with excellent effectiveness. Once you have read the instructions,
operating the washing machine will not be a problem.
Before being packed and leaving the factory, the safety and functions of this washing machine
were carefully tested. These tests may have resulted in some damp or traces of water being
left inside the machine.
We ask you to read the User Manual carefully before switching on the appliance. Following
the directions in this manual will protect you from any misuse.
Keep this User Manual and store it near at hand. The instructions should be followed carefully
to avoid any unfortunate accidents.
Important!
This washing machine is intended for purely domestic use to wash textiles and clothes
which are designed to be machine washed in a detergent bath.
Before plugging the washing machine into the mains, remove the safety packaging and
ensure the machine is level.
The manufacturer reserves the right to introduce changes which do not affect the operation
of the appliance.
Use
lThe machine should only be used after the instructions below have been read carefully.
lNever use the machine outdoors or anywhere the temperature may fall below freezing.
lThe machine should not be operated by children or anyone who has not read the instruc-
tions.
Important! Temperatures below 0°C can damage the washing machine! In the event of the
machine being stored or transported in sub-zero temperatures, it should be left to acclimatise
in a temperature above zero for 8 hours before being used.
Manufacturer’s Declaration
The manufacturer hereby declares that this product meets the requirements of the follo-
wing European directives:
lLow Voltage Directive 2006/95/EEC,
lElectromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) Directive 2004/108/EEC
lErP 2009/125/EEC
and has thus been marked with the symbol and been issued with a declaration of com-
pliance made available to market regulators.

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Use only those cleaning and purifying agents which are designed for
automatic washing machines, particularly on the COTTON 90°C setting.
Do not use any agents containing solvents, as these may damage certain
parts of the machine, or cause them to emit poisonous gases. There is
also a risk of ignition and explosion.
Ensure no unwanted objects are allowed inside the machine. Completely
empty all pockets in clothing to be washed and fasten buttons and zips.
Place small, loose objects in a washing bag, or inside a pillow case, as
they may be destroyed or else damage the drum or internal tank. Do not
exceed the recommended maximum load of washing.
NOTES ON SAFETY
lCleaning agents
lLoading the
Machine
lControl Panel
lTransport
lData Plate
Unplug the machine before preparing the machine for transport. Do not
transport the washing machine if drum locking bolts are not in place. See
the chapter INSTALLING THE MACHINE (page 6). Keep the machine in
a vertical position when transporting.
On the upper back part of the casing is the data plate indicating basic
information about the washing machine.
The window and door of your washing machine are hot during operation.
Do not allow children in the vicinity of the appliance.
Protect the control panel from water spillage.
Do not put washed clothes on top of the machine!
lBurns

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Checking stability
Once the washing machine is in position and levelled, it must be checked to ensure it is
standing stably on all four legs.
This is checked by pressing down each corner in turn and seeing if the machine moves.
Safe, long-term and reliable operation of the washing machine depends on it being correctly
positioned and level.
Important! Before switching the machine on wait 3 hours, level it out and remove
the drum locking bolts.
Important! Incorrect levelling, particularly instability, may cause the washing machine
to move around while operating.
NOTES ON SAFETY
Withdrawal from Use
To ensure safety, the washing machine must be rendered unsuitable for use once it is worn
out. First unplug it and then cut off the power lead. Scrap the machine in line with local rubbish
and waste disposal legislation.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with physical, mental or
sensory handicaps, or by those who are inexperienced or unfamiliar with the appliance, unless
under supervision or in accordance with the instructions as communicated to them by persons
responsible for their safety.
Ensure that children do not play with the appliance.

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INSTALLING THE MACHINE
I. Remove the transport protection (keep the blocking bolts for future use, e.g. when
moving house).
lUnscrew the 4 blocking bolts with a
spanner.
lRemove the rubber and plastic
transport brackets from the sockets
along with the washers and bolts.
The safety devices MUST be removed before the washing
machine is used!
lStop up the holes with the stoppers
included in the bag of accessories.
lDo not place the washing machine on a carpet!
lThe oor surface should not be either concave or sloping!
lAttention should be paid to the shape of the surface of the oor, so that the
entire weight of the appliance rests on its legs (not its body)!
II. Positioning and levelling the machine
lPlace the washing machine on a solid, even surface.
lLoosen the nuts (1) with a spanner.
lScrew the nuts (1) back in with a spanner.
lLevel the machine by adjusting the legs (2).
After positioning and levelling the machine,
check that it is stable by pressing down each
corner and ensuring it does not move!

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The outlet hose is at the back of the
machine. Fix the outlet hose so that it
does not move while the machine is
in operation (use the elbow as shown
below). Do not place the hose too deep
into the outlet pipe!
max 100 cm
min 60 cm
III. Connecting the water supply
IV. Water outow
V. Connecting the electric power supply
A supply hose with seals is inside the drum of the machine.
lOnly plug the machine into a properly installed socket with an
earth pin!
lDo not connect to an adaptor or an extension cord!
lIn the event of the power lead being damaged, it must be re-
placed by an authorised technician.
lThe electrical system to which the appliance is to be connec-
ted must be protected with a 10 A fuse.
INSTALLING THE MACHINE
Water pressure min 0.1 MPa(1 bar), max 0.8 MPa (8 bar).
Supply the machine with cold water
lafter connecting, make sure the hose is not twisted
lafter connecting the hose and the valve, check they are sealed tight
lregularly check the condition of the supply hose.
Use the new hoses sup-
plied with the machine.
Do not re-use hoses.
lThe appliance’s mains connection (the socket of the electrical
system) should be in a visible and accessible place!

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DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
Always pay attention to the symbols on garments’ labels
when choosing a washing setting.
I. Washing
II. Chemical cleaning
III. Spin dryer
boiling
temp. 900
normal
temp 600C
normal
temp 400C
DO NOT
wash!
delicate handwash
all
solvents
all
except TRI
petrol
only
DO NOT
dry clean!
normal low high DO NOT
dry!
IV. Ironing
1100C1500C 2000CDO NOT
iron!
UNDERSTANDING THE SYMBOLS ON CLOTHES LABELS
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Detergent Drawer
Drum
Control panel
Door handle
Pump lter
cover

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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL
1. Programme selector knob
Choose the appropriate wash programme as required, depending on the degree of dirt,
and type and amount of laundry loaded, which ensures better results and more effective
washing. Once the cleaning programme is started, turning the programme selector knob to
another position it does not change the previously selected programme.
2. Spin Speed Button
Press this button to set the spin speed when water is being pumped out of the washing
machine. Press the button to change the setting.
3. Function selection button
Press Function selection button to activate Extra Rinse or Easy Iron functions or both of
these functions at the same time. Activation of function is indicated by a LED lighting up
next to the function name.
Caution: Extra Rinse and Easy Iron functions are not available for all programs (see table
of washing programs). Some functions cannot be selected at the same time.
Extra Rinse function is especially useful when washing underwear and also clothes for
people with sensitive skin. Selecting this function causes increased water consumption
during rinse cycle.
Easy Iron function reduces wrinkles. Once the Rinse ends the washing machine holds
laundry in water. This is indicated by a single beep and „easy iron” and „rinse” indicators
blink simultaneously. The door remains locked.
Then press the START / PAUSE button to begin water discharge and spinning.
4. Wash mode button - Eco / Intensive
Press Wash mode button to activate Eco or Intensive functions. Activation of a mode is
indicated by a LED lighting up next to the mode name. Caution: Eco and Intensive mode
are not available for all programs (see table of washing programs). The modes cannot be
selected at the same time. Eco mode shortens the washing time and reduces the general
number of rinsing cycles by one.
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5. Prewash
The Pre-wash function extends the wash cycle by approximately 20 minutes. The laun-
dry is prewashed at 30°C before the main wash cycle begins. Activation of the Pre-wash
function will allow you to achieve excellent washing results without the need to soak the
laundry. Pre-wash is recommended when washing heavily soiled laundry.
Caution: Pour suitable detergent to detergent drawer marked with symbol befo-
re the Pre-wash function is activated.
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL
This mode is useful in the case of washing lightly soiled clothes. It helps save energy
and water. Reducing the amount of detergent is also recommended. Intensive mode is
useful when washing heavily soiled clothes. Washing time is increased in order to improve
washing effects.
4 + 5 Child lock function
This function locks function buttons to prevent settings being changed or operation inter-
rupted by children. To set Child Lock during wash cycle, simultaneously press and hold
(Wash mode) and (Pre-wash) buttons for approximately 3 seconds. To release Child
Lock during the cycle, hold the same buttons down once more for around 3 seconds. Child
Lock will be automatically released after the washing cycle is completed.
Caution: Activating the Child Lock function is not indicated on the control panel.
6. START/PAUSE button
The [Start/Pause] button is used to start and pause the appliance. When the washing ma-
chine operates, START / PAUSE pilot light is on. When the appliance is in PAUSE mode,
START / PAUSE indicator is off, but Wash, Rinse or Spin indicators are on.
Caution: During washing machine operation, appropriate LEDs (Wash, Rinse, Spin)
indicate the current phase of the wash programme. In PAUSE mode, the LEDs do not ash
and are lit up continuously.
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II. End of the wash cycle
1. When wash cycle is completed, START/PAUSE indicator is ashing and an acoustic
signal is sounded.
2. Turn off the water valve
3. Set the programme selection knob to .
4. Unplug the appliance from the mains.
III. Cancelling and changing settings
Set the programme selector knob to position for several seconds to terminate a pro-
gramme. Then select the desired wash programme.
USING THE APPLIANCE
I. Programme selection
1. Set the programme selector knob to the desired programme (see the table further on).
2. Change spin speed or activate available additional functions to modify the programme to
your individual needs.
3. Press the [Start/ Pause] button.

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TABLE OF PROGRAMMES
Additional functions available Detergent drawer
Programme
name
Temp.
[C°]
Max. spin
speed [rpm]
Maximum
load [kg]
EXTRA
RINSE
Easy Iron Eco
Wash
Intensive
Wash
Prewash Prewash Basic
wash
Fabric
softener
Time
[h:min]
Instructions regarding types of load
Cottons cold (cold
water)
1200 5 + + + + +  l  01:30 Lightly to moderately soiled linen, table linen,
bed linen, towels, cotton or linen shirts, etc.
Cottons 40 40° 1200 5 + + + + +  l  01:20 Moderately soiled linen, table linen, bed linen,
towels, cotton or linen shirts, etc.
Cottons 60 60° 1200 5 + + + + +  l  01:38 Moderately soiled linen, table linen, bed linen,
towels, cotton or linen shirts, etc.
Cottons 90 90° 1200 5 + + + + +  l  02:15 Heavily soiled linen, table linen, bed linen,
towels, cotton or linen shirts, etc.
Synthetics cold (cold
water)
800 2,5 + + + + - x l  01:15 Lightly to moderately soiled delicate synthetic
clothing (t-shirts, shirts), or synthetic blends
of cotton
Synthetics 40 40° 800 2,5 + + + + - x l  01:15
Synthetics 60 60° 800 2,5 + + + + - x l  01:30
Delicates 30 30° 800 1,5 + + + + - x l  01:00 Very delicate fabrics
Wool cold (cold
water)
400 1,5 + + - + - x l  00:45 Important! Do not machine wash woollen
fabrics if the cloth tag prohibits.
Wool 40 40° 400 1,5 + + - + - x l  01:05
Quick Wash 30 30° 1200 2,5 + + - - - x l  00:30 Ultra short wash cycle for lightly-soiled fabrics
Main wash
only, no rinse
- 1200 5 - - - + - x l  00:35 Only the main wash in cold water, no rinse. The
program ends with a spin.
Rinse - 1200 5 - - - - - x x 00:18 Rinsing with improving agents, including. anti-
static or softening additives. Reduce the spin
speed when treating very delicate fabrics.
Spin - 1200 5 - - - - - x x x 00:11 Spin-drying after hand washing.
Drain - - 5 - - - - - x x x 00:03 Water discharge only - no spinning.

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CAUTION: The washing machine’s operating time is for reference only, and depends on the water
supply temperature, load, water pressure and mains voltage.
l Detergent required, without which washing will be ineffective.
 Use detergent or fabric softener if necessary.
x Do not use detergent or fabric softener.
TABLE OF PROGRAMMES
Additional functions available Detergent drawer
Programme
name
Temp.
[C°]
Max. spin
speed [rpm]
Maximum
load [kg]
EXTRA
RINSE
Easy Iron Eco
Wash
Intensive
Wash
Prewash Prewash Basic
wash
Fabric
softener
Time
[h:min]
Instructions regarding types of load
Cotton (cold
water)
1200 5 + + + + +  l  01:30 Lightly to moderately soiled linen, table linen,
bed linen, towels, cotton or linen shirts, etc.
Cotton 40 40° 1200 5 + + + + +  l  01:20 Moderately soiled linen, table linen, bed linen,
towels, cotton or linen shirts, etc.
Cotton 60 60° 1200 5 + + + + +  l  01:38 Heavily soiled linen, table linen, bed linen,
towels, cotton or linen shirts, etc.
Cotton 90 90° 1200 5 + + + + +  l  02:15
Synthetics (cold
water)
800 2,5 + + + + - x l  01:15 Lightly to moderately soiled delicate synthetic
clothing (t-shirts, shirts), or synthetic blends
of cotton.
Synthetics 40 40° 800 2,5 + + + + - x l  01:15
Synthetics 60 60° 800 2,5 + + + + - x l  01:30
Delicate 30° 800 1,5 + + + + - x l  01:00 Very delicate fabrics.
Wool (cold
water)
400 1,5 + + - + - x l  00:45 Important! Do not machine wash woollen
fabrics if the cloth tag prohibits.
Wool 40 40° 400 1,5 + + - + - x l  01:05
Ultra short 30° 1200 2,5 + + - + - x l  00:30 Ultra short wash cycle for lightly-soiled fabrics.
Main wash
only, no rinse
- 1200 5 - - - - - x l  00:35 Only the main wash in cold water, no rinse. The
program ends with a spin.
Rinse - 1200 5 - - - - - x x 00:18 Rinsing with improving agents, including anti-
static or softening additives. Reduce the spin
speed when treating very delicate fabrics.
Spinning - 1200 5 - - - - - x x x 00:11 Spin-drying after hand washing.
Water
discharge
- - 5 - - - - - x x x 00:03 Water discharge only - no spinning.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
l Off
 On
☼Flash
The fault indicator lights
The washing machine has a system of error Codes, which helps to locate minor operating
faults and identify their cause. The error is indicated by LED indicators on the panel [Wash,
Rinse, Spin]. In addition to error indication the washing machine beeps and pauses opera-
tion. This is indicated by a ashing LED above the Start/Pause button.
Alarm Code - The status of individual
LED indicators
Reason Solution
Washing Rinse Spinning
l l ☼Door is not closed
properly
Check that the door is locked; check
that laundry is not jammed in the door
l☼lLow pressure, no
water in the drum
Unscrew the water valve, check the
water inlet hose and lter, check the
water pressure
l☼ ☼ Improper water
outow
Check the outlet pomp and lter
l☼Excessive foam Check the outlet pomp and lter
Others Try to restart or contact the Service
Centre
tel. [phone]

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MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
I. Cleaning the pump lter
II. Cleaning the water supply valve
Clean the pump lter every 20 washes or so.
Neglecting to clean the lter causes difculties in
emptying the machine of water!
lUnplug the appliance
from the mains.
lTurn off the water
valve.
lOpen the lter cover.
lTurn on the water supply hose
lUse forceps to grasp the lter mesh plunger,
lRemove and clean the lter (using a brush).
lUnscrew the lter.
lRemove the lter.
lClean the lter.
Replace the lter
– repeat in rever-
se order.
Replace the lter
– repeat in rever-
se order.
III. Cleaning the detergent drawer – this should be cleaned at least once a month.
lRemove the drawer (while
pressing the stop).
lClean in running water
(or using a brush or piece of cloth).
lReplace the drawer
Never clean the product’s casing or plastic parts using solvents or strong, abrasive
cleaning agents (e.g. washing powders or creams)! Only use delicate liquid cleaning
agents and soft cloths. Do not use sponges.

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PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING
Cleaning agents
lFollow the manufacturer’s instructions.
lPour the cleaning agent into the drawer chamber marked
lPour the pre-wash cleaning agent into the drawer chamber
marked
Fabric softeners added to the rinse
lFollow the manufacturer’s instructions.
lPour the fabric softener into the drawer chamber marked
lDo not exceed the maximum level marked on the container
chamber. This agent will be used for the nal rinse.
Before washing for the rst time, put it through one high tempera-
ture cycle without a load, according to the following procedure:
lConnect the washing machine to the electricity mains.
lTurn on the water valve
lSet the programme selector knob to high temperature wash.
lAdd the appropriate detergent and press the [Start/ Pause]
button.
I.Cleaning and
purifying agents
II. First wash
Reducing energy and water consumption
I. Cleaning and purifying agents
Garments which are only slightly dirty should be washed using the
appropriate wash programme, i.e. ULTRA SHORT Extra rinsing is
not necessary when the optimum amount of cleaning agent has
been used.
IV. Conservation
Stubborn stains
Before washing garments, apply an additional stain remover ac-
cording to the instructions Heavily soiled laundry.
lOne-off washing of smaller amounts of clothes.
lAdd more cleaning agent.
lAfter washing very dirty clothes (e.g. working clothes) or garments
which are shedding bres, it is recommended that the washing ma-
chine is rinsed out by running a programme cycle at a temperature
of 60°C, without a load, e.g. COTTON or SYNTHETICS.
Light dirt
lSee pt. „Conservation”.
III. Dirt

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PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING
Hard water causes stone sediment to form.
Information about water hardness is available from the nearest
water works.
It is advised that water softeners are used for every wash.
V. Water hardness
VI. Power cut
(programme memory)
Power outage or unplugging the machine does not cancel the
setting. This has been memorised and the cycle will continue
once the power is restored. Do not open the doors of the wa-
shing machine during a power cut.
VII. Loading Maximum drum capacity 5 kg:
Load the washing into the drum according to the following in-
structions:
lcotton, denim, children’s clothes – max full drum (do not force clo-
thes into the drum as this will reduce the quality of the wash!).
lsynthetics - max ½ drum
lwool, silk, delicate fabrics - max. approx. 1/3 of the drum. Impor-
tant! Do not overload the machine! Overloading the machine may
cause damage to the clothes being washed!
The maximum load amounts depending on the program are
given in table of programs.
VIII. Even load
distribution control
The electronic control device includes a load distribution control
system. In the event that the system detects uneven distribution
of load in the drum, the washing machine will try to relocate it.
Sometimes the trials will not be sufcient for the proper location of
the clothes (in the case of frotte dressing gowns washed with other
types of clothes, ball-shaped sheets which closes several objects
inside it). The system may react in the following way:
lit may accept the uneven distribution of clothes but will decrease
the spin speed
lit may not allow spinning as the clothes are distributed
unevenly.)
In both cases, after the wash is over, open the door of the washing
machine, place the laundry manually, close the door and select the
spin programme again.

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XI. Dosing According to the cleaning agent manufacturer’s instructions.
Too little cleaning agent
lThe washing turns grey.
lLumps of grease form, stone sediment builds up.
Too much cleaning agent
lStrong foaming.
lIneffective washing, detergent incompletely rinsed from fabrics.
PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING
IX. Door
interlock
The washing machine is equipped with an interlock which prevents
the door from being opened during washing. Once a washing cycle
is complete, the door interlock is automatically released. In order
to open the door during the wash program, press PAUSE button
and wait about 2 minutes to unlock the door.
IMPORTANT! If the temperature inside the drum is high, the
door may remain blocked until the water temperature has
dropped below 60°C.
IMPORTANT! Before opening the door of the washing machine
check whether there is water in the drum.
X. Delicate
fabrics
Programme:
lSelect the appropriate wash programme (SYNTHETICS,
WOOL, DELICATES)
Loading:
Do not overload the machine, max 1/3 of the drum, see Loading.

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Test result on label according to PN-EN-60456 using wash programme „Cottons 60°C inten-
sive wash.”
lwater consumption per wash cycle 39 l
lpower consumption 0.85 kWh
-Type AWE512L
-Rated voltage 230V / ~50Hz.
-Rated power 2100 W
-Overcurrent protection 10A
-Drum capacity max 5 kg
-Water pressure min 0,1 MPa (1 bar)
max 0,8 MPa (8 bar)
-Dimensions/Height/Breadth/ Depth 850 / 595 / 470 [mm]
-Weight 60 kg
-Meets the requirements of EU legislation, PN-EN 60456.
standard.
SPECIFICATION

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TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS
1) Energy efciency classication on a sale from A (very efcient) to G (less efcient).
2) For the wash cycle, „Cottons 60°C intensive wash.”
3) Estimated annual consumption (200 standard wash cycles „Cottons 60°C intensive wash” for a four-
person household).
(in accordance with the Regulation of the Minister of the Economy of 20 May 2005 on the requirements for technical
documentation, labelling, specication and label templates for appliances)
TYPE AWE 512L
Energy efciency class 1) 2) A
Power consumption [kWh/cycle] 2) 0,85
Washing efciency class 1) 2) A
Spin efciency class 1) 2) B
Spin speed [rpm] 2) 1200
Maximum load [kg] 2) 5
Water consumption [l] 2) 39
Cycle length [min] 2) 177
Average annual consumption of:
Electric power [kWh] 170
Water [l] 3) 7800
Noise level [dB(A) re 1 pW]
washing 60
spinning 76