Amica WA 14690-1 W User manual
WASHING MACHINES
OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
EN
ONLY USE THE APPLIANCE WHEN YOU HAVE
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS
WA 14690-1 W
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UNPACKING
During transportation, protective packaging
was used to protect the appliance against
any damage. After unpacking, please dis-
pose of all elements of packaging in a way
that will not cause damage to the environ-
ment.
All materials used for packaging the appli-
ance are environmentally friendly; they are
100% recyclable and are marked with the appropriate sym-
bol.
Important! Packaging materials (bags, polyethylene, poly-
styrene, etc.) should be kept away from children during un-
packing.
DISPOSAL OF OLD APPLIANCE
In accordance with European Directive
2012/19/EU and local legislation regarding
used electrical and electronic goods, this
appliance is marked with the symbol of the
crossed-out waste container. This marking
indicates 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 collec-
tors, including local collection points, shops and local au-
thority departments provide recycling schemes.
Proper handling of used electrical and electronic goods
helps avoid environmental and health hazards resulting from
the presence of dangerous components and the inappropri-
ate storage and processing of such goods.
ECOLOGY IN PRACTICE
BASIC INFORMATION
SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
INSTALL THE APPLIANCE
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
TROUBLESHOOTING
PRACTICAL TIPS ON WASHING
CONTENTS
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The development of technology has enabled our factories to become more environmentally
friendly – we use less and less water, electricity and less waste water and solid waste is gener-
ECOLOGY IN PRACTICE
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Dear customer!
Thank you for choosing an Amica product. For years we have de-
livered high-quality appliances, so that household chores become
a real pleasure. Before being packaged and leaving the manufac-
turer, the appliance was thoroughly checked with regard to safety
and functionality. We also endeavour to make sure that modern
technology in Amica products always goes hand in hand with a
unique design.
Before using the appliance, please carefully read these Operat-
ing Instructions Follow these instruction to avoid improper use
and ensure long and reliable operation of the appliance. Learn the
principles of the safe use to avoid accidents.
Store these operating instructions in a safe place to use them for
reference whenever needed. These Operating Instructions contain
all the necessary information that will make the use of your Amica
appliance simple and fun. We also encourage you to nd out more
about other Amica appliances.
We hope using your new appliance is a pleasure.
BASIC INFORMATION
Before plugging the washing machine into the mains, remove the safety packaging and
of the machine being stored or transported in sub-zero temperatures, it
This washing machine is intended for domestic use only to wash tex-
The manufacturer hereby declares that this product
meets the requirements of the following European
directives:
Low Voltage Directive, 2014/35/EU,
2014/30/EE,
Eco-design Directive2009/125/EU,
2011/65/EU,
and has been marked with the symbol and issued
with a declaration of compliance made available to
market regulators.
Never use the appliance outdoors or anywhere the temperature may fall below
The machine should not be operated by children or anyone who has not read the
USAGE
MANUFACTURER’S DECLARATION
SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
This appliance should not be used
persons with reduced physical or
mental capabilities, and persons
who do not have sufficient skills
persons should be offered proper
supervision or instructions on safe
handling of appliance and related
the appliance or perform any main-
under 3 years of age must be kept
away from the appliance unless
Children could get caught inside the
appliance and get into a life-threat-
If you allow children to play with the
-
age, they can get entangled or put
packaging over their head and risk
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tic film or parts of packaging out of
softeners can cause poisoning if
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teners should be stored out of the
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If laundry is washed at high tem-
perature, door glass becomes
Prevent children from touching
Contact with detergents and
softeners may cause eye or skin
and fabric softeners should be
stored out of the reach of chil-
If the appliance is not correctly
the voltage indicated on the ap-
pliance nameplate
The current load and required
fuse protection are specified on
The appliance is connected to
AC source only through a prop-
erly installed and grounded wall
socket in accordance with na-
SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
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SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
The power cord and the ground-
ed wall socket fit together and
the grounding system has been
Power cord cross section is suf-
If a miniature circuit-breaker is
used, always use a circuit-break-
er with the following designa-
This symbol is the only way to
make sure that all the necessary
If the power cord is modified or
damaged, it may result in elec-
tric shock, short circuit or fire
The power cord must not be
kinked, crushed or modified or
come in contact with any heat
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The use of extension cords or
splitters may result in fire due
Connect the appliance directly
to a properly grounded wall
The appliance may vibrate or
displace while in use, poten-
tially causing injury or property
clean, level and hard surface us-
If any protruding items are
move it, the item may come off
Do not grasp any protruding
parts of the appliance to move
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SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
This appliance has sharp edges
not hold the appliance by sharp
If the hoses or electrical cables
are not routed properly, you can
hoses and cables so that they do
appliance
If the water level is too high or
too low, the appliance may not
work properly, which can cause
If the water supplying hoses
have been modified or dam-
aged, this can cause damage to
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ter supply hoses must not be
The use of third-party hoses to
connect the appliance to water
supply can cause damage to
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appliance
Use only hoses supplied with
the appliance, or the original
hoses up designed for the appli-
The appliance is secured for
you don’t remove transit bolts
before using the appliance, the
Remove all transit bolts before
using the appliance for the first
the appliance will be transport-
ed, to avoid any damage, you
Laundry washed with deter-
gents that contain solvents and
thinners pose a risk of explosion
Thoroughly rinse laundry with
water before washing in the
SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
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SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
Cleaning agents containing
solvents may give off poisonous
Do not use cleaning agents con-
appliance door as this can lead
Do not lean against the open
Climbing on the appliance may
cause the worktop to break or
collapse and lead to an injury
Reaching into the drum while
is still rotates could injure your
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ture, there is a risk of scalding
as a result of contact with hot
you drain the water into the
Do not put your hands in hot
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Fabric detergents and soften-
ers may splash, if the detergent
drawer remains open during
-
In the event of accidental in-
appliance
If the amount of laundry in the
washing machine exceeds the
maximum load, it may not oper-
ate properly or cause damage to
Do not exceed the maximum
Do not exceed the maximum
load capacity for individual wash
Adding too much detergent or
fabric softener may cause dam-
age to property or the appli-
according to the manufacturer's
SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
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SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELSSAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
The appliance is powered by
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ments poses a risk of electric
Unplug the appliance from the
hold the plug, not the power
cord, because this can damage
Do not make any technical mod-
ifications to the appliance or its
Any repairs or other work on the
appliance must only be per-
formed by our service facility
applies to replacing the power
You can order a spare power
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SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
Cleaning agents containing
solvents may give off poisonous
Do not use cleaning agents con-
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If water penetrates into the
appliance, it may cause a short
Never use pressure washer or
steam cleaner to clean the ap-
The use of third-party spare
parts and accessories is danger-
ous and may cause injury, dam-
For safety reasons, use original
appliance
Fabric cleaners, impregnating
agents, stain removers, pre-
SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
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SAFETY AND GERMENT CARE LABELS
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ance
Clean the appliance with a damp
UNDERSTANDING THE SYMBOLS ON CLOTHES LABELS
Washing
boil at 90°C normal wash at 60°C normal wash at 40°C Do NOT wash!
delicate handwash
Chemical cleaning
all solvents all except TRI petrol only NO
Dry clean!
Tumble dryer
normal low high Do NOT dry!
Ironing
110°C 150°C 200°C Do NOT Iron
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INSTALL THE APPLIANCE
with a spanner,
remove the rubber and plastic transport
brackets from the sockets along with the
stop up the holes with the stoppers enclosed
place the washing machine on a solid, level surface,
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Remove the transit bolts
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After positioning and levelling the appliance, check that it is stable by pressing
Position and level the washing machine
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Connect the water supply
Water drain
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Connection on the left Connection on the right
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Electrical wall outlet where the appliance is connects must be
in a visible and accessible place,
Only plug the appliance into a properly installed socket with an
earthing pin,
Do not use an extension cord to connect
the appliance,
in the event of the power cord being damaged,
it must be replaced by an authorised service
technician,
the electrical system to which the appliance is to be connected must
Connect to power supply
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laundry and the washing machine, you should therefore follow a few
mesh laundry bag
Prepare to wash:
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FEATURES AND
COMPONENTS
DESCRIPTION OF THE APPLIANCE
Detergent dispenser
Handle
Pump lter Cover
Drain hose
Power plug
Control panel
Accessories
Cover for the
transport
opening
Cover for the
opening
(optional)
Water supply
pipe C
Water supply
pipe H
(optional)
Elbow tting for
the drain hose
(optional)
Accessories:
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