Asko W8844XL W User manual

Operating Instructions
Washing Machine
ASKO W8844 XL
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 out of 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.
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.

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CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
General 3
Child safety 3
Installation 4
Overflow guard function 4
Transport/winter storage 4
Packing material 4
Recycling 4
ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE WASHING 5
Laundry label symbols 5
Sorting your laundry 5
Clothing 5
Laundry labels 5
Coloured cotton 5
Unbleached linen 5
Wool 5
Rayon fibres and synthetic fibres 5
Save time and energy 6
High water level 6
Economy and efficiency 6
Detergents 6
Dyeing fabrics 6
USING YOUR WASHING MACHINE 7
Add detergent and fabric softener 7
Programme selection 8
Selecting options 9
During the programme 10
SETTINGS 11
How to choose the settings: 11
Making a selection: 11
Saving a selection: 11
You can change the following settings: 11
Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump 12
Cleaning the detergent compartment 12
Cleaning the outside of the machine 12
Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid
unpleasant smells 12
Rinse holes under the agitator 13
If you have hard water 13
TROUBLESHOOTING 14
The washer door will not open 14
Opening the door in an emergency: 14
The machine will not start 14
After power failure 14
Wet washing still in the machine 14
Error messages 15
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 16
Information on energy labelling 16
Information for test institute 17
Technical data 17
INSTALLATION 18
Positioning the washing machine 18
Adjusting the feet 18
Connection to water supply 18
Drainage connection 18
Electrical installation 19
BEFORE CONTACTING THE SERVICE
DIVISION 20
Before contacting the service division 20
PROGRAMME CHART 21
QUICK GUIDE 24
Original Instructions

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
• Keep the operating instructions in a
safe place.
• The appliance is intended exclusively
for use in households.
• 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!
• 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.
• Repairs and maintenance relating to
safety or performance must be carried
out by a qualified professional.
• Disconnect power to the machine
before repair and service.
• Damaged mains cables must only be
replaced by a qualified electrician.
• This machine can be used by children
aged 8 and upwards, and by people
with reduced physical capacity,
mental ability, memory loss or lacking
experience and knowledge. These
individuals must be supervised when
using the machine or have instructions
on how to use the machine and
understand the risks that can occur.
• Cleaning and maintenance of the
machine must not be performed by
children without supervision.
CHILD SAFETY
• Children must be watched to ensure
they do not play with the machine.
• Always close the washer door and
start the programme immediately after
you have added detergent.
• Do not allow small children to use or
play with the washing machine.
• Store detergent and fabric softener out
of the reach of children.
Activate Child-safe start (button
lock)
You can activate the Child-safe start
option (button lock) to prevent children
from starting the washing machine (see
the Settings section).
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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INSTALLATION
• Conduct installation and connection
in accordance with the separate
installation instructions.
• Installation of water and electricity,
if required, must be carried out by a
qualified professional.
• Remove any transport protection
devices before using the machine,
see the separate installation
instructions.
OVERFLOW GUARD FUNCTION
If the water level in the machine rises
above normal, 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 programme 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.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PACKING MATERIAL
Please sort waste materials in
accordance with local guidelines.
RECYCLING
This washing 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
should be correctly recycled.

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ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE WASHING
LAUNDRY LABEL SYMBOLS
Examples of washing instructions and recommended programmes. Always follow the washing instructions for each
garment.
Laundry labels Material Program
Cotton, linen, white and light-coloured items. Everyday wash 60 °C to 90 °C
Cotton, linen, cotton/polyester.
Light and dark-coloured garments. Quick 60 °C
Acrylic, viscose, modal, acetate, polyester, polyamide and
elastane. Light and dark-coloured garments. Easy Care 40 °C
or
Wool, silk and other very delicate garments Wool/hand wash 30 °C to 40 °C
Here are some tips that may help you before washing.
SORTING YOUR LAUNDRY
Sort items according to:
• how soiled they are
• colour
• 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 garments labelled with washing
instruction 60 °C must be washed at 60 °C initially to
remove any excess dye. Failure to observe this advice
could lead to the colour running. Use detergent without
bleach to preserve the colour of the fabric.
UNBLEACHED LINEN
Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed at 60 °C,
using detergent without bleach or optical brighteners.
Heavily soiled linen can be washed at higher
temperatures, but not too often as the heat may destroy
the sheen and strength of the linen.
WOOL
These fabrics are labelled for either machine wash or for
hand wash. The machine’s Wool/hand wash programme
is at least as gentle as washing by hand. Wool is
especially sensitive to processes such as washing. If
you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze out the
water using terry towels. In this case select No spin.
However, most garments can withstand a short spin.
Choose a short spin by selecting a spin speed of 800
rpm or less.
RAYON FIBRES AND SYNTHETIC
FIBRES
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.

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ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE WASHING
SAVE TIME AND ENERGY
Use the Everyday wash programme to save time and
energy. This programme has a shorter main wash than
Standard cotton 40 °C 60 °C , but is often sufficient for lightly
soiled washing.
HIGH WATER LEVEL
If you want more water for the main wash and rinses, you
can use the High water level option. High water level is
used automatically in the Wool/hand wash programme.
ECONOMY AND EFFICIENCY
You can save a lot of energy by not using higher
temperature programs than necessary.
• Select Quick if you just need to freshen up shirts or
exercise clothes, for example. This will save both
water and energy.
• If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces energy
consumption when drying in a tumble dryer or drying
cabinet.
• Always wash with a full load when using the Heavy,
Everyday wash and Standard cotton 40 °C 60 °C
programmes.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and detergents
clean effectively without pre-washing. Pre-washing is
only necessary for heavily soiled washing.
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. Try to use less detergent, and increase
only if you are not satisfied with the results.
DYEING FABRICS
If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select the
Everyday wash programme with the Super rinse option.
Select temperature according to the dye manufacturer’s
recommendations. Choose a low spin speed if the fabric
to be dyed is a blended material such as polyester/
cotton.
NOTE!
Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not to the
detergent compartment. After dyeing, you should run
the machine empty using the same program. Use the
normal amount of detergent.
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 discolouration of
the machine.

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USING YOUR WASHING MACHINE
ADD DETERGENT AND FABRIC
SOFTENER
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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
B
A
C
The quantity of detergent needed depends, amongst
other things, on how hard the water is. See the detergent
pack for details. Phone your local water company to
check the water hardness in your area.
The detergent packaging will have recommendations
for how much detergent you should use. The machine
holds 11 kg of washing. If you only have a small amount
of laundry in the machine, you can reduce the amount of
detergent used.
Follow the manufacturers’ recommendations as
regards which type of detergent is suitable for which
temperature.
Powder detergent
Pour the powder into the compartment for the main
wash, and pre-wash as well if desired. Do not use the
separator in the main detergent compartment.
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). 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 programme without pre-wash.
NOTE!
Detergent overdosing does not give better washing
results; it merely causes a greater impact on the
environment.
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, which
impairs the washing effect.

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USING YOUR WASHING MACHINE
Garments worn next to the skin ought to be washed
at 60°C. Very lightly soiled laundry often comes clean
already at 40 °C. The spin speed can be selected freely.
6. Quick
Fast program for laundry that just needs freshening up.
The program can be run at any temperature, so follow
the washing instructions for each garment. The lower
the selected temperature, the shorter the program time.
Garments worn next to the skin ought to be washed at
60°C. The spin speed can be selected freely.
7. Easy Care
Programme for synthetic, mixed fibre and easy care
cotton. The programme has a High water level and
as such is also suitable for cushions, quilted jackets
and the like. Read the washing instructions carefully
and remember, for example, that fabric softener must
not be used with the membranes found in some outer
garments. A washing temperature up to 60 °C and a spin
speed up to 1200 rpm can be selected.
8. Synthetics
Programme for delicate garments made of synthetic
fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and easy care cotton. The
maximum temperature is 60 °C, but follow the washing
instructions for each garment. Many synthetics will come
clean at 40°C. Garments worn next to the skin ought to
be washed at 60 °C. The maximum spin speed is 600
rpm.
9. Wool/hand wash
A gentle laundry program for wool, silk, and garments
that should be washed by hand. The highest
temperature is 30 °C. The program has a short spin. The
maximum spin speed is 600 rpm.
10. Rinse
This program performs one cold rinse cycle + spin.
Suitable for laundry that just needs to be dampened and
for cleaning cloths and mops.
11. Spin
Used to just spin the wash.
12. Drain
Used when you only want to drain the water from the
machine.
PROGRAMME SELECTION
You select a programme by turning the programme
selector. The selected programme is shown in the
display. Now use the option buttons to select any
options. See chapter Selecting Options.
1. Auto
This program automatically adjusts the length of the
main wash and the number of rinses to the amount and
type of laundry loaded in the machine.
2.Time program
This program adjusts itself to the specified time frame
or finish time. When using this program, it is however
important to select a temperature and time suited to how
soiled the laundry is. The spin speed can be selected
freely.
Specify the desired programme time by pressing + or -
on the Time button. The symbol for the programme lights
beside the selected time. You can choose a programme
time between 30 minutes and 3 hours. If you choose
a 30-minute programme time the maximum wash
temperature will be 30 °C
3. Heavy
Programme for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt that
needs to be fully dissolved before the main wash. A
pre-wash is used to do this. The machine adapts the
programme time and water consumption to the load size.
4. Standard cotton 40 °C 60 °C
Program for normally to heavily soiled laundry, whites
and colors. You can select the temperature freely,
so follow the washing instructions for each garment.
60 °C is a good temperature for heavily soiled cotton
garments, as well as for garments worn next to the skin.
Select 40°C if the laundry is less soiled. The spin speed
can be selected freely. The machine adapts the program
time and water consumption to the load size.
5. Everyday wash
A standard programme for lightly to moderately soiled
laundry. The temperature can be selected freely, so
follow the washing instructions for each garment.

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SELECTING OPTIONS
You can select options to adjust the wash programme
to suit your own specific requirements. The available
options depend on the selected programme. If the option
is available for the selected programme, the symbols
lights up when you press the button.
The machine will remember the options you select for
each programme (applies to Super rinse, High water
level and Super wash). You can still change the selected
options the next time you select the same programme.
Temperature
• Select the temperature by pressing the -/+ buttons
until the desired temperature is displayed.
• You can select temperatures between cold (-) and
90°C. By selecting cold, the wash temperature will
be the same as the temperature of the water entering
the machine. For Wool/hand wash it is not possible
to select a temperature above 40 °C, when selecting
Time program, Synthetics and Easy Care the
maximum temperature is 60 °C.
Spin
• Select the spin speed by pressing the -/+ buttons until
the desired spin speed is displayed.
• You can select speeds between 400 and 1400 rpm,
0 (no spin) or No D (no drain). The maximum spin
speed varies according to the programme selected.
The speed is shown in the display.
• 0 , means that the programme does not include a
spin cycle and ends by draining.
• No D, No drain means that the programme does not
include a spin cycle and ends with the water from the
final rinse still in the machine. The washing will remain
covered by the water from the final rinse, stopping it
from getting creased. If you have selected “No drain”,
once the programme has ended you must select the
Spin or Drain programme to drain the water from the
machine before you open the washer door.
Delayed start
When you select Delayed start the machine will start
1-24 hours after you press the Start button. This option
cannot be used with Time program.
• Select Delayed start by pressing the + button under
the time display. Delayed Start is shown for three
seconds.
• By pressing the -/+ buttons under the time display you
can delay the start in whole hours up to a maximum of
24 hours. The symbol for Delayed start lights beside
the number of hours.
• Press Start, and the machine counts down 1 hour at a
time and starts after the selected delay.
If you change your mind and want to cancel Delayed
start, you must press and hold Stop button for three
seconds.
NOTE!
Remember to press the Start button to start the
programme.
NOTE!
Make sure the detergent compartment is completely
dry before you add detergent, otherwise there is a
risk that the detergent will clump before the machine
starts.
Super rinse
Use the Super rinse option if you want to increase the
number of rinses. The maximum number of rinses is
seven, and the number of rinses varies depending on the
selected programme.
Recommended for persons with extremely sensitive skin
and/or in areas with very soft water.
• Select Super rinse by pressing the button under the
symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this option
is activated.
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High water level
Use High water level if a garment’s laundry label shows
this symbol. High water level means that additional water
is used during the main wash and rinse cycles.
• Select High water level by pressing the button under
the symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this option
is activated.
NOTE!
The machine takes in the additional water for the High
water level about 15 minutes after the main wash has
started.
Anti crease
Anti crease means that the drum will rotate for three
seconds per minute for two hours once the wash
programme has finished. This function prevents the
clothes from lying in the same position and getting
creased.
• Select Anti crease by pressing the button under the
symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this option
is activated.
Super wash
Super wash can be selected to better dissolve difficult
stains and heavy soiling on clothing. This options adds
a cold pre-wash and the the wash time in cold water is
extended by approximately six minutes. The main wash
time is also extended.
• Select Super wash by pressing the button under the
symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this option
is activated.
Pre-soak
If the washing is stained, such as with blood, we
recommend Pre-soak. The washing will soak in cold
water for two hours before the wash programme starts.
• Select Pre-soak by pressing the button under the
symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this option
is activated.
DURING THE PROGRAMME
Time remaining
The time remaining is shown in hours and minutes.
The time remaining is updated three times during the
programme. The first update takes place after about 15
minutes. Once a programme is selected, the estimated
programme time is displayed. This may differ from
time to time depending on the temperature of the water
entering the machine and the size of the load. If the
programme time is longer than the previous wash with
the same programme, “0:01” will be displayed until
the programme finishes. This is normal! The next time
you use the programme under similar conditions, the
estimated programme time will be more accurate.
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.
NOTE!
Upon completion of the washing cycle, close the water
faucet and unplug the mains cord.
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SETTINGS
HOW TO CHOOSE THE SETTINGS:
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
programme selector.
4. Press the Stop once.
MAKING A SELECTION:
Turn the programme selector until the desired selection
is shown in the display.
SAVING A SELECTION:
1. Press Stop to save the selection and return to the
settings menu.
2. Press Start to go to the programme menu.
Options:
Press Start to save the selection and return directly
to the programme menu, if you do not want to make
anymore settings.
YOU CAN CHANGE THE FOLLOWING
SETTINGS:
Child-safe
You can activate the Child-safe start option to prevent
children from starting the machine. Select “Child-safe
On” or “Child-safe Off”.
Deactivate the Child-safe option temporarily for three
minutes by simultaneously pressing the buttons as
illustrated:
Language
Choose from: US English, AU English, Svenska, Dansk,
Norsk, Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,
Русский, Nederlands, EU English.
Temperature
Choose between: °C and °F.
Extra rinses
Upon delivery, your washing machine is set to use three
rinses in the Standard cotton 40 °C 60 °C and Everyday
wash.
Choose “Rinses On” for five rinses or “Rinses Off” for
three rinses.

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CARE AND CLEANING
CLEANING THE TRAP AND THE
DRAINAGE PUMP
The washing machine has a trap where smaller objects
such as coins and hairpins can collect. To clean the trap
and the drainage pump, do as follows:
1 Make sure the machine is empty of water and
switched offat the mains.
2 Open the door.
3 Unhook the drainage hose from the connector inside
the door and drain the water into a suitable container,
such as a shallow bowl.
4 Turn the cover anti-clockwise to open the pump.
Remove the cover.
5 Remove any items and so forth from the pump
housing and the cover. Also check that the pump
blades right 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
Run a programme at 90 °C with a small amount of
detergent once a month to avoid problems with odours.
It is not necessary to put any washing in the machine.

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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
leave marks 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
washer drum. To remove this, empty a sachet of citric
acid, approx. 20 gram , into the washer drum and run
any 90 °C programme. Repeat if necessary.

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TROUBLESHOOTING
THE WASHER DOOR WILL NOT OPEN
• Check that the main power switch is on.
• 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.
1. Run the Drain programme to empty the water from
the machine. 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.
2. Ensure that the main power switch is turned offand
that the plug has been removed from the wall socket.
3. Take the emergency door opening key (C) (see
figure in the section Using your washing machine)
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.
4. 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
Using your washing machine).
THE MACHINE WILL NOT START
• Is the washer door properly closed? Push it firmly.
The press the Start button.
• Is there power? Check the fuses and residual current
devices (circuit breakers) in the building.
• Check that you have not selected Delayed start. To
cancel Delayed start, press the Stop button for three
seconds.
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.
After the above, run Drain to empty the machine. 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.
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.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
INFORMATION ON ENERGY LABELLING
Information sheet, in compliance with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 1061/2010
ASKO
Model designation: W8844XLW
Max. washing capacity: 11 kg
Energy efficiency class: A+++
Annual energy consumption (AEC): 251 kWh per year1)
Energy consumption
Standard cotton 60 °C with full load (Et,60): 1,45 kWh
Standard cotton 60 °C with half load (Et,60½): 1,02 kWh
Standard cotton 40 °C with half load (Et,40½): 0,75 kWh
Power consumption
Off-mode (Po): 0,40 W
Left-on mode (Pl): 0,40 W
Annual water consumption (AWC): 11754 litres per year2)
Spin-drying efficiency class: A3)
Maximum spin speed: 1400 rpm
Remaining moisture content: 44 %
Washing program: Standard cotton4) 40 °C 60 °C
Programme time
Standard cotton 60 °C with full load (Tt,60): 210 minutes
Standard cotton 60 °C with half load (Tt,60½): 170 minutes
Standard cotton 40 °C with half load (Tt,40½): 150 minutes
Noise emissions:
Wash phase: 45 dB(A) re 1 pW
Spin phase: 72 dB(A) re 1 pW
1) Based on 220 standard cleaning cycles for Standard cotton 40 °C and 60 °C full and half load, and consumption in accordance with the low power
modes. The actual energy consumption will depend on how the machine is used.
2) Based on 220 standard cleaning cycles for Standard cotton 40 °C and 60 °C full and half load. The actual water consumption will depend on how the
machine is used.
3) Spin-drying efficiency class: On a scale from G (least efficient) to A (most efficient).
4) Standard cotton
40 °C and 60 °C are the standard wash programmes used to compile the information for energy labelling. These programmes are
intended for washing normally soiled cotton textiles and are the most effective programmes in terms of combined energy and water consumption.
The actual water temperature may deviate from the specified cycle temperature.

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INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTE
Program Max. load Temp. °C
Auto 1) 1/2
Standard cotton 2) 1/1 40 °C 60 °C
Easy Care 3) 1/2 40
1) Short programme for test institutes, max. 1/2 load.
2) Test programme for cold water connection in accordance with EN 60456.
3) 40 °C programme for test institutes. The 40 °C option must be selected.
Energy labelling
European test standard: EN 60456
Washing program: Standard cotton 40 °C 60 °C , 11 kg cotton
Connection: Cold water 15 °C
Test method for noise measurement: IEC-60704-2-4
TECHNICAL DATA
Height: 850 mm
Width: 595 mm
Depth: 700 mm
Weight: 92 kg
Cylinder volume: 80 l
Rated power: See type plate.
Heater output: See type plate.
Water pressure: 0,1-1 MPa
1-10 kp/cm2
10-100 N/cm2
Wash drum and liquid compartment material: Stainless steel
Outer casing material: Powder-coated and hot-galvanized sheet steel or stainless steel.
Water connection: 1.5 m pex pipe
Drain: 1.7 m polypropylene hose 3/4 BSP connection
TECHNICAL INFORMATION

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INSTALLATION
POSITIONING THE WASHING MACHINE
The washing machine can be installed as a built-in or
freestanding unit. Place the machine on a firm surface
with easy access to the plug.
A. Built-in
The washing machine can be installed under a counter
top with a working height of 850-900 mm. Leave a 5 cm
space around the entire machine, including between the
rear edge of the top cover and the wall behind it.
B. Freestanding
The washing machine can be positioned beside or under
a tumble dryer.
ADJUSTING THE FEET
Keep the noise that the machine produces to a minimum
by adjusting the feet so that the machine is steady and
balanced on the floor. Tighten the lock nuts.
Locking nut
CONNECTION TO WATER SUPPLY
Water connection should be carried out by an
appropriately qualified person. Connect the machine
using the accompanying supply hose. Water pressure
should be 0.1–1MPa (approx. 1–10kp/cm2 ; 10–100N/
cm2). There should be a stopcock on the water pipe.
If the pipes are newly installed, it may be wise to
flush them through so that any dirt is washed away.
Otherwise, dirt can clog the filter in the machine’s water
intake and cut offthe water supply.
Use only the supply hose supplied with the machine. Do
not re-use old hoses or other loose supply hoses.
DRAINAGE CONNECTION
The machine is supplied with a drainage hose attached,
which must be connected to a drain. See the examples
below. The height must be 600-900 mm above floor
level.
The lower position (600 mm) is always preferable.
Ensure that the drainage hose has no kinks.
600--900 mm
The machine can also be connected to the drain via a
spigot connection. In this case the hose should also be
600-900mmabove the floor. The internal diameter of the
hole should be at least 18 mm.
• Cut the nipple
• Remove burrs from the hole.
See the illustration.
At least 18 mm

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INSTALLATION
ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION
Connect the machine by plugging it into an earthed
wall socket. The electrical wall socket must be placed
outside of the installation area to be easily accessible.
Connection on delivery
The machine comes with 1-Phase, 220-230 V, 50 Hz
with plug, heat output 2000 W and fused 10 A. If a
residual current device is being used, this should be
type A.
NOTE!
Repairs and maintenance relating to safety or
performance must be carried out by a qualified
professional.

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Model
TYPE
2
3
BEFORE CONTACTING THE SERVICE DIVISION
BEFORE CONTACTING THE SERVICE
DIVISION
Before you contact the service division, make sure that
you know the model designation (1), type designation (2)
and serial number (3).
The model designation can be found on the panel. The
type designation and serial number can be found on the
type plate on the inside of the washer door.
NOTE!
For repairs and maintenance, original spare parts
must be used.
Residential ASKO Products Used Exclusively for
Household/Personal Purposes:
Two (2) Years limited Warranty – Any warranty service
claims for residential ASKO Products must be filed
with ASKO within two (2) years from date of purchase.
Service will be provided during normal business hours.