Asko W8844XL W User manual

Operating Instructions
Washing Machine
W8844 XL
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and full 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.

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Original instruction
CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3
Child safety 3
Installation 3
Overow guard function 3
Transport/winter storage 3
Packing material 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 4
Recycling 4
ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE WASHING 5
Laundry label symbols 5
Sorting your laundry 5
Clothing 5
Coloured cotton 5
Unbleached linen 5
Wool 5
Save time and energy 5
High water level 6
Economy and eciency 6
Detergents 6
Dyeing fabrics 6
USING YOUR WASHING MACHINE 7
Add detergent and fabric softener 7
Program selection 7
Selecting options 9
During the programme 10
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 12
If you have hard water 13
TROUBLESHOOTING 14
The washer door will not open 14
Opening the door in an emergency: 14
After power failure 14
Wet washing still in the machine 14
Error messages 14
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 15
Information for test institute 15
TECHNICAL INFORMATION 16
INSTALLATION 18
Positioning the washing machine 18
Adjusting the feet 18
Connection to water supply 18
Drainage connection 18
Electrical installation 18
BEFORE CONTACTING THE SERVICE
DIVISION 20
Before contacting the service division 20
PROGRAMME CHART 21
QUICK GUIDE 23

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL
• Read the operating instructions and keep them in a safe
place.
• Installation should be carried out by qualied 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!
• Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by a
qualied professional.
• Damaged mains cables must only be replaced by a
qualied electrician.
• The machine is not designed to be used by per-
sons (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 nd a tool for open-
ing the washer door in emergencies.
CHILD SAFETY
• Always close the door and start the programme immedi-
ately once you have added detergent.
• The appliance is not intended for use by young children
or inrm 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!
CAUTION!
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-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.
INSTALLATION
• Carry out the installation and connections in accord-
ance with the separate installation instructions.
• Installation of water and electricity, if required, must be
carried out by a qualied tradesperson.
• 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
overow guard function begins to pump water out and
shuts o the 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 lter and the drainage pump. See the “Care
and cleaning” chapter.
• Shut o the 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 aect quality or
damage the machine.
PACKING MATERIAL
Sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines.

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RECYCLING
• This dishwasher is manufactured and labelled for recy-
cling. In order to prevent injuries, the machine must be
rendered unusable once the decision has been made to
dispose of it. Contact your local authority for information
about where and how your machine can be correctly
recycled.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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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 95 °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 rst 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 dierent 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 nd 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 bres, such as viscose, and
some synthetic bres are very delicate and require much
space so as not to crease. Only half ll the drum when
washing and choose a spin speed of 800 rpm or lower.
NOTE!
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
SAVE TIME AND ENERGY
Use the Everyday wash program to save time and energy.
This program has a shorter main wash than Standard
cotton, but is often sucient for lightly soiled washing.

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ADVICE AND TIPS BEFORE 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 Normal programs.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and detergents
clean eectively 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 satised 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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ADD DETERGENT AND FABRIC
SOFTENER
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2 3
1. Pre-wash
2. Main wash with liquid detergent.
Use the separator.
3. Main wash with powder detergent.
Do not use the separator.
4. Fabric softener
5. Release button
6. Child safety catch
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 10 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. Do not use the separator
in the main detergent compartment.
Liquid detergent
Use the separator in the main detergent compartment.
Pour the liquid detergent into the front section of the
detergent compartment. (For thick detergent, we always
recommend using a detergent ball.)
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; can also hinder the wash performance.
Try using less detergent, and increase only if you are
not satised 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 ll above the compartment’s maximum ll level.
Otherwise fabric softener will run in too early, and will
impair washing results.
PROGRAM 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.

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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 bre 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 bre,
mixed bre, rayon and easy care cotton. The maximum
temperature is 60 °C, but follow the washing instructions
for each garment. Many synthetics will become 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 programme for wool, silk, and garments
that should be washed by hand. The highest temperature
is 30 °C.The programme 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.
2.Time program
This program adjusts itself to the specied time frame
or nish 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. Normal
Program for normal to heavily soiled laundry, whites and
colours.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. Garments
worn next to the skin ought to be washed at 60 °C. Very
lightly soiled laundry generally gets clean already at 40
°C.The spin speed can be selected freely.

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SELECTING OPTIONS
You can select options to adjust the wash programme
to suit your own specic requirements. The available
options depend on the selected programme. If the option
is available for the selected programme, the symbol 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 se-
lect a temperature above 40 °C, when selecting Time
program, Synthetics and Easy Care the maximum tem-
perature 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,
(no spin) or No D(no drain). The maximum spin speed
varies according to the program selected. The speed is
shown in the display.
• , means that the program does not include a spin
cycle and ends by draining.
• No D, No drain means that the program does not
include a spin cycle and ends with the water from the
nal rinse still in the machine. The washing will remain
covered by the water from the nal rinse, stopping it
from getting creased. If you have selected “No drain”,
once the program has ended you must select the Spin
or Drain program 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 the Stop button for three
seconds.
NOTE!
Remember to press the Start button to start the
program..
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 nished. 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 dicult
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
Super wash can be selected to better dissolve dicult
stains and heavy soiling on clothing. This option adds
a cold pre-wash and the wash time in cold water is
extended by approximately six minutes. The main wash
time is also extended.
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 rst update takes place after about 15
minutes. Once a programme is selected, the estimated
programme time is displayed. This may dier 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 nishes. 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 program
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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SETTINGS
HOW TO CHOOSE THE SETTINGS:
1 Turn o the 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 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 program 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 O”.
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, Ned erlands, 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 andEveryday wash.
Choose “Rinses On” for ve rinses or “Rinses O” 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 o at the mains.
2 Open the
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 or 95 °C (depending on the
model) 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.
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
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CARE AND CLEANING
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 o? 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 program 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 o and
that the plug has been removed from the wall socket.
3 Take the emergency door opening tool and place it
in the gap on the right side of the washing machine’s
door lock. The tool is attached to the rear of the
detergent compartment. Remove the detergent
compartment from the machine and remove the
emergency door opening tool.
4 Push the tool downwards to open the washing
machine door.
THE MACHINE WILL NOT START
• Is the washing machine door properly closed? Push it
rmly. Then 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
program.
WET WASHING STILL IN THE MACHINE
A small load can occasionally cause an imbalance
Unbalance (see “Unbalance”). Rearrange the load and
start the spin programme, or load more washing and
restart the washing programme.
ERROR MESSAGES
If an error occurs during the program a message is shown
on the display. To exit the message after taking measures,
turn the machine o and 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 ow fault
1 Shut o the 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 lter in the machine’s water intake is not
blocked.
Action:
1 Shut o the water tap and unscrew the hose.
2 Clean the lter in the inlet 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 xed.
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 nd a good balance, the
programme jumps to the next step.
The error message requires no action.

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INFORMATION FOR TEST INSTITUTE
Energy labelling
Australian standard: AS/NZS 2040.1:2005
Washing program: Normal, 40 °C, 10 kg cotton
Connection: Cold water 20 °C
Test method for noise measurement: IEC-60704-2-4
Power requirement when machine turned o < 0,3 W
Power requirement for Delayed Start < 6,0 W
Power requirement when program nished < 3,0 W
Detergent, PBIS and Anti-Sudsing Agent (20ml) must be added via the detergent compartment.
TECHNICAL INFORMATION

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Loading procedure for standard test:
When loading the machine for testing according to AS/NZS 2040:2005 it shall be loaded according to the table below.
Garments are placed on top of each other in layers and the soil swatches should be placed inside the wash drum in the
direction shown in the table, seen from above.
To p Swatches Swatch placement
39. Bath towel 1 Left
38. Pillow case 1 Right
37. Pillow case 1 Front
36. Sheet 1 Left
35. Undershorts
34. T-shirt 1 Rear
33. Bath towel
32. Tablecloth 1 Right
31. Bath towel
30. Shirt 1 Front
29. Undershorts 1 Rear
28. T- Shirt 1 Front
27. Undershorts 1 Center
26. Pillow case 1 Front
25. Sheet 1 Left
24. Wash cloths
23. Bath towel 1 Right
22. Shirt 1 Center
21. T-shirt 1 Rear
20. Undershorts 1 Left
19. Undershorts 1 Front
18. Tablecloth 1
17. T-shirt 1 Right
16. Shirt 1 Center
15. Bath towel 1 Left
14. Handkerchiefs
13. Sheets 1 Right
12. Pillow case 1 Rear
11. T-shirt 1 Front
10. Undershorts 1 Center
9. Shirt 1 Rear
8. Bath towel
7. Tabelcloth 1Left
6. Bath towel
5. T-shirt 1 Front
4. Sheets 1 Right
3. Pillow case 1 Rear
2. Pillow case 1 Left
1. Bath towel 1 Right
Total 30
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
39
38
36
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Illustration of loaded Wash Drum for standard test.

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TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Technical data
Width:
Depth:
Weight:
Cylinder volume:
Max. washing capacity:
Spin speed (rpm):
Rated power:
Heater output:
Water pressure:
Wash drum and liquid compartment material:
Outer casing material:
Water connection:
Drain:
595 mm
700 mm
82 kg
80 l
10 kg
400-1400
See type plate.
See type plate.
0,1-1 MPa
1-10 kp/cm2
10-100 N/cm2
Stainless steel
Powder-coated and hot-galvanized sheet steel or stainless steel.
1.5 m pex pipe
1.7 m polypropylene hose

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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 rm 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 mm
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 oor. Tighten the lock nuts.
Locking nut
CONNECTION TO WATER SUPPLY
Water connection should be carried out by an
appropriately qualied 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 ush
them through so that any dirt is washed away. Otherwise,
dirt can clog the lter in the machine’s water intake and
cut o cut o or reduce water ow to the machine. Check
for leaks.
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 oor 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
600-900 mm above the oor. 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
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.
CAUTION!
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.
Connection on delivery
The machine comes with 1-Phase, 220-230 V, 50 Hz with
plug, heat output 2000 W W and fused 10 A. If a residual
current device is being used, this should be type A.

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INSTALLATION
NOTE!
Repairs and maintenance must be carried out by a
qualied professional.
1
Model
TYPE
2
3

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BEFORE CONTACTING THE SERVICE DIVISION
BEFORE CONTACTING THE SERVICE
DIVISION
Before you contact the service division, make sure that
you know its 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.
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