Asko Professional WMC64P User manual

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfil your needs for many
years to come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday
functionality and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our
products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the
world.
To get the most from your new machine, we recommend that you read
the operating instructions before using the machine. The operating
instructions also include information on how you can help protect the
environment.
Operating Instructions
Washing Machine
ASKO Professional WMC64P
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.

Before using your machine for the first
time 4
Transport protection 4
Packing material 4
Washer door 4
Language selection 4
Checking water hardness 4
Safety instructions 5
General 5
Installation 5
Overflow guard function 5
Transport/Winter storage 5
Recycling 5
Child safety 6
Keep an eye on children! 6
Description of the washing machine 7
Dispenser 8
Advice and tips before washing 9
Sorting your laundry 9
Clothing 9
Laundry labels 9
Coloured cotton 9
Unbleached linen 9
Wool 9
Rayon fibers and synthetic fibers 9
Detergents 9
Washing 11
Sort your laundry. 11
Turn on the main power switch 11
Open the washer door and load the
washing 11
Add detergent and fabric softener, as
required 11
Select the programme 12
Close the washer door and press the
Start button 15
During the programme 15
Once the program has finished 15
Settings 16
You can change the following 16
settings 16
Language 16
Temperature 16
Water intake 16
Child-safe 16
Care and cleaning 17
Cleaning the trap and the drain pump 17
Cleaning the detergent compartment 17
Cleaning the outside of the machine 17
Cleaning the inside of the machine
to avoid unpleasant smells 17
Rinse holes under the agitator 18
If you have hard water 18
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Contents
Original Instructions

Troubleshooting 19
The washer door will not open 19
The machine will not start 19
After power failure 19
Wet washing still in the machine 19
Error messages 20
Heating fault 20
Technical information 21
Information for test institute 21
Energy labelling 21
Technical data 23
Transport protection 24
Installation 25
Positioning the washing machine 25
Adjusting the feet 25
Connection to water supply 25
Water intake 25
Hot water connection 25
Drainage connection 26
Electrical installation 26
Before contacting the service division 27
Quick guide 28
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Contents

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Transport protection
Remove any transport protection devices before
installing the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.
Packing material
Sort waste materials in accordance with local
guidelines.
Washer door
• The machine cannot be started when the
door is open.
• To open the washer door while a program is
running, see "Close the door and press the
Start button" in the "Washing" chapter.
Language selection
You will be prompted to select the display
language when you have connected your
machine and start it for the first time. Do as
follows:
1. Turn the program selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,
Русский, Nederlands.
2. Press Start once to save the setting.
Checking water hardness
The quantity of detergent needed depends,
among other things, on water hardness. See
the detergent pack for details. Phone your local
water company to check the water hardness in
your area.
NOTE!
Each machine is tested before leaving the
factory.
A small amount of water may remain in the drain
pump, though this does not affect quality or
damage the machine.
Before using your machine for the first time
See Quick guide on the last page

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Safety instructions
General
• Read the operating instructions and keep
them in a safe place.
• Installation should be carried out by qualified
ASKO technicians.
• The machine should only be used for
washing items as described in these
instructions. It is not intended for dry
cleaning.
• Use only detergent intended for machine
washing!
• Do not use detergents that contain solvents
as this could lead to release of poisonous
gases, damage to the machine, and risk of
fire and explosion.
• Do not use colourants (dyes) or bleaching
substances (substances for discolouration
or removal of colourants) as they contain
sulphuric compounds that could cause
corrosion.
• Excessive use of products containing
chlorine compounds increases the risk or
premature failure of appliance components.
This depends on the concentration of
chlorine, exposure time, and temperature.
• Bleaches that contain chlorine can be
replaced with oxygen-based bleaches.
Otherwise, a neutralization cycle should be
performed by running the Cotton program
at the highest temperature. For best results,
use hydrogen peroxide or oxygen-based
detergents.
• Use only detergents and softeners for
machine wash. Manufacturer may not
assume responsibility for any damage and
eventual discolouring of gaskets and plastic
components as a consequence of incorrect
use of bleach and/or colouring agents.
• Never use detergents containing solvents,
since there is a danger of creating toxic
gasses which may damage the machine and
result in ignition or explosion.
• Remove any transport protection devices
before using the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.
• Repairs and maintenance must be carried
out by a qualified professional.
• Damaged mains cables must only be
replaced by a qualified electrician.
• The machine is not designed to be used by
persons (even children) that are physically
or mentally handicapped or lack experience
and knowledge. Such persons must receive
instruction in how to use the machine or be
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety.
• Children must be watched to ensure they do
not play with the machine.
• In the enclosed plastic bag you will find a tool
for opening the washer door in emergencies.
Installation
See the "Installation" chapter.
Overflow guard function
If the machine’s water level rises above the
normal level, the overflow guard function begins
to pump water out and shuts offthe water intake.
If the water level has not dropped within 60
seconds, the program is terminated.
Transport/Winter storage
If the machine is to be transported or stored in
unheated premises where the temperature can
fall below freezing, do as follows:
• Empty the filter and the drainage pump. See
the "Care and cleaning" chapter.
• Shut offthe water to the washing machine,
loosen the supply hose to the intake valve
and let the water run out from the valve and
hose.
• After emptying the pump, a small amount of
water may remain in the machine. This does
not affect quality or damage the machine.
Recycling
This machine is manufactured and labelled
for recycling. In order to prevent injuries, the
machine must be made unusable once the
decision has been taken to dispose of it.
Contact your local authority for information
about where and how your machine can be
recycled correctly.

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Child safety
Keep an eye on children!
• Always close the door and start the
programme immediately once you have
added detergent.
• The appliance is not intended for use by
young children or infirm persons without
supervision.
• Young children should be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the
reach of children!
NOTE!
If this appliance is supplied from a cord
extensions set or electrical portable outlet
device, the cord extension ser or electrical
portable outlet device must be positioned so
that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of
moisture.
Activate child safety catch (for detergent
compartment)
On the inside of the detergent compartment is a
child safety catch.
Activated child safety
catch
Inactivated child safety
catch
When the child safety catch is activated you
must press the release button to pull out the
detergent compartment.

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Description of the washing machine
1. Main power switch
2. Dispenser
3. Programme panel
4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer
door)
5. Drainage pump cover
6. Drainage pump (behind cover)
7. Washer door
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75,6
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Dispenser
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5
6
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1. Pre Wash
2. Main wash with liquid detergent.
Use the separator (A).
3. Main wash with powder detergent.
Do not use the separator.
4. Fabric softener
5. Release button
6. Child safety catch
A
B
C

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Advice and tips before washing
Here are some tips that may help you before
washing.
Sorting your laundry
Sorting your laundry
• how soiled they are
• color
• material
Clothing
1. Do up zips and close Velcro straps so that
they don’t harm fabrics.
2. New coloured items may contain excess dye
and should therefore be washed separately
the first few times.
3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces
the risk of burling and fading.
4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if
possible.
Laundry labels
Look at the item's laundry label. The table below
shows suitable wash programmes for different
materials and wash loads. Using modern
washing machines and detergents, for example
compact detergents, you can usually wash at
lower temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial
and error to find out what produces the best
results.
Coloured cotton
Coloured cotton items with thewashing
instruction 60°C should be washed at 60°C for
the first time in order to remove any excess dye.
If you do not do so, there is a risk that the colour
will run. Use detergent without bleach in order to
preserve the
colour of the fabric.
Unbleached linen
Unbleached linen fabrics should bewashed at
60 °C, using detergent containing no bleach
or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can
occasionally be washed at higher temperatures,
but not too often because the heat can destroy
the linen’s shine and strength.
Wool
These fabrics are labelled either machine wash
or hand wash.The Wool/hand wash, 30 °C
program is at least as gentle as washing by hand.
Rayon fibers and synthetic fibers
Materials made of rayon fibres, such as viscose,
and some synthetic fibres are very delicate and
require much space so as not to crease. Only half
fill the drum when washing and choose a spin
speed of 800 rpm or lower.
NOTE!
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
Detergents
Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to the
environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact
on the environment; can also hinder the wash
performance.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you
are not satisfied with the results.

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NOTE!
Due to environmental concerns, we discourage
the use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain
removal, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and
discoloration of the machine.
Advice and tips before washing

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Washing
1Sort your laundry.
See the "Advice and tips before washing"
chapter.
Place underwired bras in a laundry net.
Empty pockets. Coins, nails and the like can
cause damage to the machine and fabrics. See
the "Advice and Tips" section before washing.
2Turn on the main power switch
3Open the washer door and load
the washing
Open the washing machine door. Load
the washing.The wash programme chart shows
how much washing can be washed with each
programme.
4Add detergent and fabric
softener, as required
The detergent packaging will have
recommendations for how much detergent you
should use.The machine holds 7 kg of washing.
If you only have a small amount of laundry in
the machine, you can reduce the amount of
detergent used.
Powder detergent
Pour the powder into the compartment for the
main wash, and pre-wash as well if desired.
Liquid detergent
When using a liquid detergent, observe the
detergent manufacturer's recommendations.
We recommend using a laundry ball with thick
detergents. In the main detergent compartment,
use the section wall (A) – see figure in the
section Dispenser. Add the detergent into the
front compartment of the detergent dispenser.
Wash ball or net
If you use a wash ball or net, place it directly
in the drum and select a program without pre-
wash.
NOTE!
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment; can also hinder the
wash performance.
Try using less detergent, and increase only if
you are not satisfied with the results.
Fabric softener
Pour the fabric softener into the
compartment with the symbol. Follow
the recommendations on the fabric softener
packaging.
NOTE!
Do not fill above the compartment’s maximum
fill level. Otherwise fabric softener will run in too
early, and will impair washing results.

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Washing
The display shows the program name, the water
temperature and the spin speed.
The washing machine has a number of
preselected programs when delivered from
the factory. The preselected programs can
be replaced. Contact the service division for
information on which programs are available
and how to alter the preselected programs.
Normal Wash, 60 °C
Program for normal to heavily soiled laundry,
whites and colours. Follow the washing
instructions for each garment. 60 °C is a good
temperature for garments worn next to the skin.
This program has five rinses.
Normal wash, 40 °C
Program for normal to heavily soiled laundry,
whites and colours. Follow the washing
instructions for each garment.This program has
five rinses.
Heavy wash, 90 °C
Program for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt
that needs to be fully dissolved before the main
wash.
A pre-wash is used to do this.
Heavy wash, 60 °C
Program for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt
that needs to be fully dissolved before the main
wash.
A pre-wash is used to do this.
White, 90 °C
Program for normal to heavily soiled laundry.
Follow thewashing instructions for each
garment.
90 °C is a good temperature for white and light-
coloured cotton, such as bed linen.
White/Colour, 60 °C
Program for normal soiled laundry, whites and
colours. Follow the washing instructions for
each garment. 60 °C is a good temperature for
garments worn next to the skin.
White/Colour, 40 °C
Program for normal soiled laundry, whites and
colours. Follow the washing instructions for each
garment.
Super quick wash, 60 °C
Fast program for laundry that just needs
freshening up. Followthewashing instructions for
each garment. Garments worn next to the skin
ought to be washed at 60 °C.
Super quick wash, 40 °C
Fast program for laundry that just needs
freshening up. Followthewashing instructions for
each garment.
5Select the programme
Programme selector Time remaining
Main power switch Program Stop
Start

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Washing
Synthetics, 40 °C
Programfor synthetics, delicate blended
materials and permanent press cotton. Suitable
for shirts and blouses. Follow the washing
instructions for each garment. Many synthetics
will come clean
at 40 °C.
Wool/hand wash, 30 °C
A gentle laundry program for wool, silk and
garments that should be washed by hand. This
program has a short spin.
Rinse
This program performs one cold rinse cycle +
spin. Suitable for laundry that just needs to be
dampened.
MOP wash, 90 °C
Program suitable for different types of mop. The
program has two rinses using much water.
MOP wash, 60 °C
Program suitable for different types of mop. The
program has two rinses using much water.
Micro fibre wash, 60 °C
Program for laundry made of microfibres, such
as microfibre cloths. The program has three
rinses with much water in the first rinse.
Micro fibre wash, 40 °C
Program for laundry made of microfibres, such
as microfibre cloths. The program has three
rinses with much water in the first rinse.
Disinfection, 40 °C
Program where the temperature reached during
the main wash is maintained for 20 minutes.
Disinfection at this temperature requires special
detergent.
Disinfection, 60 °C
Program where the temperature reached during
the main wash is maintained for 20 minutes.
Disinfection at this temperature requires special
detergent.
Disinfection, 90 °C
Program where the temperature reached during
the main wash is maintained for 10 minutes.This
temperature is sufficient for disinfection without
special detergent.
Program A
No information available
Program B
No information available
Program C
No information available

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Washing
Programme chart
Program Pre-
wash
Temp.
°C
Number
of
Rinses
Spin
Speed
rpm
Max.
load
(kg)
Water
consumption
(approx. liter)
Energy
consumption
(approx. kWh)
Programme time
(approx. hrs and
min.)
Hot1) Cold2)
Normal Wash, 60 °C 60 5 1400 7 77 0 1.20 3:00
Normal wash, 40 °C 40 5 1400 7 77 0 0.60 2:50
Heavy wash, 90 °C X 90 3 1400 7 73 7 2.10 1:30
Heavy wash, 60 °C X 60 3 1400 7 63 7 1.05 1:10
White, 90 °C 90 3 1400 7 53 17 1.25 0:58
White/Colour, 60 °C 60 3 1400 7 48 17 0.25 0:48
White/Colour, 40 °C 40 3 1400 7 52 13 0.30 0:50
Super quick wash, 60 °C 60 3 800 3.5 34 11 0.55 0:30
Super quick wash, 40 °C 40 3 800 3.5 33 7 0.30 0:25
Synthetics, 40 °C 40 3 800 3.5 40 5 0.30 0:23
Wool/hand wash, 30 °C 30 3 800 3 60 0 0.35 0:30
Rinse 1 1400 3.5 20 0 0.10 0:15
MOP wash, 90 °C X 90 2 1400 7 48 7 1.20 0:57
MOP wash, 60 °C X 60 2 1400 7 43 7 0.30 0:37
Micro fibre wash, 60 °C 60 3 1400 7 38 17 0.25 0:45
Micro fibre wash, 40 °C 40 3 1400 7 42 13 0.25 0:45
Disinfection, 40 °C X 40 3 1400 7 68 7 0.60 1:10
Disinfection, 60 °C X 60 3 1400 7 68 7 1.30 1:20
Disinfection, 90 °C X 90 3 1400 7 78 7 2.35 1:40
Program A
Program B
Program C
1) Connection to hot water, approx. 55 °C.
2) Connection to cold water, approx. 15 °C.
Consumption data may vary from the given values depending on variations in water pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room temperature,
fluctuations in the electricity, type and volume of the laundry and any extra options.

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Washing
6Close the washer door and
press the Start button
NOTE!
A few seconds after you start a program, the
washing machine will begin to fill with water from
the hot and cold supplies. If for some reason no
hot water is available, the machine waits for one
minute and then fills with cold water only. The
wash drum does not start to rotate until it begins
to fill with water.
During the programme
Time remaining
“Programme started” is shown on the display.
Stopping or changing a programme
You can stop a programme by pressing the Stop
button for three seconds. ”Stop” appears in the
display. To restart the machine, select a new
programme, add any extra detergent needed
and press the Start button.
NOTE!
Do not open the detergent compartment while
the machine is running.
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Once the program has finished
The text "End" is shown on the display
for 2 minutes. The machine then turns
off.
Once the program is finished, the washer door
will automatically unlock.
• Open the door and remove the laundry.
If you have small children or pets at home, close
the washer door once you have removed the
laundry.
NOTE!
Upon completion of the washing cycle, close the
water faucet and unplug the mains cord.

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Settings
You can change the following
settings
• Language
• Child-safe
• Temperature °C/°F
• Water intake
Do as follows to open the settings menu:
1. Turn offthe machine using the main power
switch.
2. Press and hold the Stop button and then
press the main power switch. Then press the
Stop button 5 times within 10 seconds.
3. Select the setting you want to change by
turning the program selector.
4. Press the Stop button once.
5. Change and save the setting as described
below.
6. Press Start to return to the program menu.
Language
1. Turn the program selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,
Русский, Nederlands.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
Temperature
1. Turn the program selector to choose
between: °C and °F.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
Water intake
Connecting to both the hot and cold water
supplies reduces the wash time and reduces
the washing machine's electricity consumption.
At the factory, the machine is set for connecting
to both hot and cold water supplies. Select Cold
if you want to set the machine for cold water
intake only.
• Turn the program selector to choose
between: Cold and Hot.
• Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
Child-safe
You can activate the Child-safe Start option to
prevent children from starting the machine.
1. Turn the program selector and select "Child-
safe On" or "Child-safe Off".
2. Press the Stop button once to save the
setting.
You can temporarily deactivate Child-safe Start
by pressing Start and the Stop button at the
same time. Child-safe Start will be deactivated
for 3 minutes.

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Cleaning the trap and the drain pump
The washing machine has a trap where small
items such as coins, buttons, and hairpins can
collect. To clean the trap and the drain pump, do
as follows:
1. Make sure the machine is empty of water and
switched offat the main power switch.
2. Open the door.
3. Unhook the drain hose from the connector
inside the door and drain the water into a
suitable container, such as a shallow bowl.
4. Turn the cover counter-clockwise to open the
pump. Remove the cover.
5. Remove any items and debris from the pump
housing and cover. Also check that the pump
impellers at the back rotate.
6. Screw on the cover, replace the drainage
hose on the hatch pin, and close the hatch.
Cleaning the detergent compartment
Pull out the detergent compartment using the
release button.
Rinse the compartment and scrub it clean. The
cover in the fabric softener compartment can be
removed.
NOTE!
Do not run the detergent compartment through
a dishwasher!
Cleaning the outside of the machine
Clean the outside of the machine and the
program panel with a mild cleaner. Do not
use any solvents, as these can damage the
machine.
NOTE!
Do not hose down the machine with water!
Cleaning the inside of the machine to
avoid unpleasant smells
Modern detergents often allow laundry to be
washed at low temperatures. This means that
small deposits can build up in the machine.
These, in turn, may lead to unpleasant odors
developing.
To avoid this, we recommend running a 203°F
(90°C) wash program once a month. When you
do this, use a small quantity of detergent. It is
not necessary to put any laundry in the machine.
Care and cleaning

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Care and cleaning
Rinse holes under the agitator
If you suspect that objects such as nails or
paper clips may have fallen into the wash drum,
you should check the space under the agitator.
Such objects can rust and cause spots on
clothing.
Nails and other sharp objects can cause holes
in
fabrics.
Do as follows:
1. Insert a screwdriver or the like into the hole
on the agitator as illustrated and carefully pry
to the left.
2. Use your other hand to grasp the agitator and
pull it towards you.
3. Lift the agitator.
4. Remove any objects.
5. Place the agitator in the mounting hole with
the F-mark towards you. Ensure that all the
agitator fasteners are in their holes in the
drum. Push it in until it catches.
If you have hard water
If you live in an area with hard water (high
limescale content), a greyish-white coating may
form on the wash drum. To remove this coating,
pour approximately 20 gram of citric acid into
the wash drum and run any 90 °C program.
Repeat if necessary.

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Troubleshooting
The washer door will not open
1. Check that the main power switch is on.
2. Has the power supply been cut off? Check
the house fuses (circuit breakers).
Opening the door in an emergency
WARNING!
The door may only be opened manually
if the electric power is cut and the
machine has been drained of water.
A First empty the water from the washing
machine. Press and hold the Stop button for
three seconds to pump out the water. If this
does not work the machine must be drained
manually. See Cleaning the trap and the
drainage pump in the “Care and cleaning”
chapter.
B Ensure that the main power switch is turned
offand that the plug has been removed from
the wall socket.
C Take the emergency door opening key (C)
(see figure in the section Dispenser) and
insert it into the slot on the right-hand side
of the washing machine door latch. The key
is attached on the back wall of the detergent
dispenser. Remove the detergent dispenser
from the washing machine and take the door
opening key.
D Push the tool downwards to open the washer
door.
After use, store the emergency door opening
key (C) in the dedicated compartment (B) (see
image in the section Dispenser).
The machine will not start
1. Is the washer door properly closed? Push it
firmly. Then press the Start button.
2. Is there power? Check the fuses and residual
current devices (circuit breakers) in the
building.
After power failure
Press the main power switch to resume the
current programme.
Wet washing still in the machine
A small load can under certain circumstances
cause imbalance Unbalance (see “Unbalance”).
Rearrange the load and start the spin
programme, or load more washing and restart
the washing programme.

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Troubleshooting
Error messages
If an error occurs during the programme a
message is shown on the display. To exit
the message after taking measures, turn
the machine offand then back on. The error
messages that may be shown in the display are:
Close the Door
Close the washer door and press Start to start
the programme.
Over flow fault
1. Shut offthe water tap.
2. See “Drainage error”.
Water outlet fault
Check:
• that no objects are stuck in the drainage
hose outlet.
• that the drainage pump is not blocked by
foreign objects. Clean the pump. See the
"Care and cleaning" chapter.
• that there are no kinks in the drainage hose.
Press the Stop button to empty the machine of
water before opening the washer door. If this
does not resolve the problem, call the service
division.
Water inlet fault
Check:
• that the tap on the water pipe is open.
• that the filter in the machine’s water intake is
not blocked.
Action:
1. Shut offthe water tap and unscrew the hose.
2. Clean the filter in the intake valve on the
machine.
3. Screw the hose back on and turn on the tap.
4. Run the program again to check if the fault is
fixed.
5. If this does not resolve the problem, call the
service division.
Heating fault
• Turn offthe appliance and wait for a few
seconds.
• Turn the appliance back on and repeat the
washing program.
• If the failure is reported again, call a service
division.
Security fault
Call the service division!
Wash motor fault
Call the service division!
Unbalance
The machine stops the spin cycle if there is too
much imbalance.The washing machine restarts
the spin cycle and hopefully the washing is
better distributed in the drum. This procedure
can be repeated up to 10 times. If the machine
still fails to find a good balance, the programme
jumps to the next step.
The error message requires no action.