Defy DAW 376 User manual

2820525179_EN / 03-12-15.(16:38)
Document Number
DAW 376

Please read this user manual first!
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Defy washing machine. We hope that you get the best results from your machine
which has been manufactured with high quality and state-of-the-art technology. Please read this entire user
manual and all other accompanying documents carefully before using the machine and keep it as a reference
for future use. If the machine is handed over to a new owner please ensure that the user manual accompanies
the machine.
Explanation of symbols
Throughout this user manual the following symbols are used:
C
Important information or useful hints about usage.
A
Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life and
property.
B
Warning for electric shock.
Recyclable materials.
Do not dispose of the packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to the
packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.
PLEASE REGISTER YOUR Machine AT
www.defy.co.za
DEFY APPLIANCES (PTY) LTD P.O.BOX 12004
JACOBS DURBAN
4026
SOUTH AFRICA

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1 General safety instructions 4
1.1 Life and property safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.2 Children’s safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
1.3 Electrical safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
1.4 Hot surface safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
1.5 Compliance with WEEE Directive . . . . . . . . . .6
1.6 Package information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
1.7 Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
2 Your washing machine 8
2.1 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
2.2 Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
2.3 Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
3 Installation 11
3.1 Appropriate installation location. . . . . . . . . .11
3.2 Removing packaging reinforcement . . . . . .11
3.3 Removing the transportation locks. . . . . . . .11
3.4 Connecting water supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
3.5 Connecting to the drain. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3.6 Adjusting the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
3.7 Electrical connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
4 Preparation 15
4.1 Sorting the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
4.2 Preparing laundry for washing. . . . . . . . . . .16
4.3 Things to be done for energy saving . . . . . .16
4.4 Initial use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
4.5 Correct load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
4.6 Loading the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
4.7 Using detergent and softener . . . . . . . . . . .17
4.8 Tips for efficient washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
5 Operating the product 21
5.1 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
5.2 Preparing the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
5.3 Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
5.4 Main programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5.5 Additional programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
5.6 Special programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.7 Temperature selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.8 Spin speed selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
5.9 Programme and consumption table. . . . . . .24
5.10 Auxiliary function selection . . . . . . . . . . . .26
5.11 Starting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.12 Child Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
5.13 Progress of programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.14 Loading door lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.15 Changing the selections after programme
has started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.16 Cancelling the programme . . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.17 End of programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.18 Your machine is equipped with a “Standby
Mode”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
6 Quick User Guide 30
6.1 Preparing the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.2 Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.3 Auxiliary function selection . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.4 Starting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.5 Changing the selections after programme has
started. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.6 Canceling the programme. . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
7 Maintenance and cleaning 31
7.1 Cleaning the detergent drawer . . . . . . . . . .31
7.2 Cleaning the loading door and the drum . . .31
7.3 Cleaning the body and control panel . . . . . .32
7.4 Cleaning the water intake filters . . . . . . . . .32
7.5 Draining remaining water and cleaning the
pump filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
8 Troubleshooting 34
9 Owner’s responsibility 38
10 Service Centres 39
11 Warranty 40
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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1 General safety instructions
This section includes security instructions which may help prevent the injuries
and material damage risks. All kinds of warranties shall be invalid if these
instructions are not observed.
1.1 Life and property safety
•Neverplacetheproductonacarpet-coveredfloor.Electricalpartswillget
overheated since air cannot circulate from under the device. This will cause
problems with your product.
•Unplugtheproductifitisnotinuse.
•AlwayshavetherepairingprocedurescarriedoutbytheAuthorisedService
Agent. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from
procedures carried out by unauthorised persons.
•Thewatersupplyanddraininghosesmustbesecurelyfastenedandremain
undamaged. Otherwise, water leak may occur.
•Whilethereisstillwaterinsidetheproduct,neveropentheloadingdooror
remove the filter. Otherwise, risk of flooding and injury from hot water will
occur.
•Donotforceopenthelockedloadingdoor.Doorcanbeopenedafewminutes
after the washing cycle ends. In case of forcing the loading door to open, the
door and the lock mechanism may get damaged.
•Usedetergents,softenersandsupplementssuitableforautomaticwashing
machines only.
•Followtheinstructionsonthelabeloftextilesandthedetergentpackage.
1.2 Children’s safety
•Thisproductcanbeusedbythechildrenwhoareattheageof8andoverand
the people whose physical, sensory or mental skills are not fully developed or
who do not have necessary required experience and knowledge as long as
they are supervised or trained about the safe use of the product and its risks.
Children should not play with the device. Cleaning and maintenance works
should not be performed by children unless they are supervised by someone.
Children of less than 3 years should be kept away unless continuously
supervised.
•Packagingmaterialsmaybedangerousforthechildren.Keeppackaging
materials in a safe place away from reach of the children.
•Electricalproductsaredangerousforthechildren.Keepthechildrenaway
from the product when it is in use. Do not allow them to play with the product.
Use child lock to prevent children from intervening with the product.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
•Donotforgettoclosetheloadingdoorwhenleavingtheroomwherethe
product is located.
•storealldetergentsandadditivesinasafeplaceawayfromthereachof
the children by closing the cover of the detergent container or sealing the
detergent package.
1.3 Electrical safety
•Iftheproducthasafailure,itshouldnotbeoperatedunlessitisrepairedby
the Authorised Service Agent. Risk of electric shock!
•Thisproductisdesignedtoresumeoperatingintheeventofpoweringonafter
a power interruption. If you wish to cancel the programme, see “Cancelling the
programme” section.
•Plugtheproductintoagroundedoutletprotectedbya13Afuse.Donot
neglect to have the grounding installation made by a qualified electrician. Our
company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the product
is used without grounding in accordance with the local regulations.
•Donotwashtheproductbysprayingorpouringwaterontoit!Riskofelectric
shock!
•Nevertouchthepowercableplugwithwethands!Donotgrabthepowercord
to unplug the machine, always unplug it by holding the socket with one hand,
and pulling the plug with the other hand.
•Productshouldbeunpluggedduringinstallation,maintenance,cleaningand
repair procedures.
•Ifthepowercableisdamaged,itmustbereplacedbythemanufacturer,
after sales service or a similarly qualified person (preferably an electrician) or
someone designated by the importer in order to avoid possible risks.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
1.4 Hot surface safety
While washing the laundry at high temperatures, the
loading door glass will get hot. Considering this fact,
during washing operation keep the children away
from the loading door of the product to prevent
.them touching it
1.5 Compliance with WEEE Directive
This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This
product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and
electronic equipment (WEEE).
This product has been manufactured with high quality parts and
materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling. Do not
dispose of the waste product with normal domestic and other wastes
at the end of its service life. Take it to the collection center for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment. Please consult your local authorities to learn
about these collection centers.
Compliance with RoHS Directive:
The product you have purchased complies with EU RoHS Directive (2011/65/
EU). It does not contain harmful and prohibited materials specified in the
Directive.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
1.6 Package information
Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials
in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the
packaging materials together with the domestic or other wastes. Take them to
the packaging material collection points designated by the local authorities.
1.7 Intended use
•Thisproducthasbeendesignedfordomesticuse.Itisnotforcommercial
purposes or it should not be used out of its intended use.
•Theproductmustonlybeusedforwashingandrinsingoflaundrythatare
marked accordingly.
•Themanufacturerwaivesanyresponsibilityarisenfromincorrectusageor
transportation.
•Theservicelifeofyourproductis10years.Duringthisperiod,originalspare
parts will be available to operate the appliance properly.

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2 Your washing machine
2.1 Technical specifications
Complying Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1061/2010
Supplier name or trademark DEFY
Model name DAW 376
Rated capacity (kg) 7
Energy efficiency class / Scale from A+++ (Highest Efficiency) to D (Lowest Efficiency) A++
Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) (1) 196
Energy consumption of the standard 60°C cotton programme at full load (kWh) 1.001
Energy consumption of the standard 60°C cotton programme at partial load (kWh) 0.767
Energy consumption of the standard 40°C cotton programme at partial load (kWh) 0.747
Power consumption in ‘off-mode’ (W) 0.250
Power consumption in ‘left-on mode’ (W) 1.000
Annual Water Consumption (l) (2) 9460
Spin-drying efficiency class / Scale from A (Highest Efficiency) to G (Lowest Efficiency) C
Maximum spin speed (rpm) 1000
Remaining moisture Content (%) 62
Standard cotton programme (3) Cotton Eco 60°C and 40°C
Programme time of the standard 60°C cotton programme at full load (min) 176
Programme time of the standard 60°C cotton programme at partial load (min) 151
Programme time of the standard 40°C cotton programme at partial load (min) 151
Duration of the left-on mode (min) N/A
Airborne acoustical noise emissions washing/spinning (dB) 60/72
Built-in No
Height (cm) 84
Width (cm) 60
Depth (cm) 50
Net weight (±4 kg.) 62
Single Water inlet / Double Water inlet •/-
•Available
Electrical input (V/Hz) 230 V / 50Hz
Total current (A) 10
Total power (W) 2200
Main model code 9210
(1) Energy Consumption based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60°C and 40°C at full and partial load, and the
consumption of the low-power modes. Actual energy consumption will depend on how the appliance is used.
(2) Water consumption based on 220 standard washing cycles for cotton programmes at 60°C and 40°C at full and partial load. Actual water
consumption will depend on how the appliance is used.
(3) “Standard 60°C cotton programme” and the “standard 40°C cotton programme” are the standard washing programmes to which the
information in the label and the fiche relates and these programmes are suitable to clean normally soiled cotton laundry and that they are the
most efficient programmes in terms of combined energy and water consumption.
Technical specifications may be changed without prior notice to improve the quality of the product.

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Your washing machine
2.2 Overview
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3
4
6
5
2
1
8
1- Power cable
2- Top panel
3- Control panel
4- Filter cap
5- Adjustable feet
6- Loading door
7- Detergent drawer
8- Drain hose

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2.3 Package Contents
1
2
3 4
abc
5
6
7
8
1- Power cable
2- Drain hose
3- Transportation safety bolts *
4- Mains water inlet hose (One of the following filter types is used for the mains hose connection.)
a- Electronical water shut-off
b- Mechanical water shut-off
c- Standard
5- Liquid detergent container**
6- User Manual
7- Blind plug***
8- Plastic plug group
* Number of transportation safety bolts may change depending on the model of your machine.
** This may be supplied with the machine depending on the model of your machine.
*** This is supplied if your machine is equipped with double water inlet.

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3 Installation
Refer to the nearest Authorised Service Agent for
installation of the product. To make the product
ready for use, review the information in the user
manual and make sure that the electricity, tap
water supply and water drainage systems are
appropriate before calling the Authorized Service
Agent. If they are not, call a qualified technician
and plumber to have any necessary arrangements
carried out.
CPreparation of the location and electrical,
tap water and waste water installations
at the place of installation is under
customer's responsibility.
Make sure that the water inlet and
discharge hoses as well as the power
cable are not folded, pinched or crushed
while pushing the product into its place
after installation or cleaning procedures.
BWARNING: Installation and electrical
connections of the product must be
carried out by the Authorized Service
Agent. Manufacturer shall not be held
liable for damages that may arise from
procedures carried out by unauthorized
persons.
AWARNING: Prior to installation, visually
check if the product has any defects on
it. If so, do not have it installed. Damaged
products cause risks for your safety.
3.1 Appropriate installation location
•Placethemachineonarigidfloor.Donotplace
it on a long pile rug or similar surfaces.
•Totalweightofthewashingmachineandthe
dryer -with full load- when they are placed
on top of each other reaches to approx. 180
kilograms. Place the product on a solid and flat
floor that has sufficient load carrying capacity!
•Donotplacetheproductonthepowercable.
•Donotinstalltheproductatplaceswhere
temperature may fall below 0ºC.
•Placetheproductatleast1cmawayfromthe
edges of other furniture.
3.2 Removing packaging
reinforcement
Tilt the machine backwards to remove the
packaging reinforcement. Remove the packaging
reinforcement by pulling the ribbon.
3.3 Removing the
transportation locks
AWARNING: Do not remove the
transportation locks before taking out the
packaging reinforcement.
WARNING: Remove the transportation
safety bolts before operating the washing
machine! Otherwise, the product will be
damaged.
1. Loosen all the bolts with a suitable spanner until
they rotate freely (C).
2. Remove transportation safety bolts by turning
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3. Attach the plastic covers supplied in the User
Manual bag into the holes on the rear panel. (P)
CKeepthetransportationsafetyboltsin
a safe place to reuse when the washing
machine needs to be moved again in the
future.
Never move the product without the
transportation safety bolts properly fixed
in place!
3.4 Connecting water supply
CThe water supply pressure required to run
the product is between 1 to 10 bars (0.1
– 1 MPa). It is necessary to have 10 – 80
liters of water flowing from the fully open
tap in one minute to have your machine run
smoothly. Attach a pressure reducing valve
if water pressure is higher.
If you are going to use the double water-
inlet product as a single (cold) water-inlet
unit, you must install the supplied stopper
to the hot water valve before operating the
product. (Applies for the products supplied
with a blind stopper group.)
AWARNING: Models with a single water
inlet should not be connected to the hot
water tap. In such a case the laundry will
get damaged or the product will switch to
protection mode and will not operate.
WARNING: Do not use old or used water
inlet hoses on the new product. It may
cause stains on your laundry.
1. Connect the special hoses supplied with the
product to the water inlets on the product. Red
hose (left) (max. 90 ºC) is for hot water inlet,
blue hose (right) (max. 25 ºC) is for cold water
inlet.
AWARNING: Ensure that the cold and hot
water connections are made correctly
when installing the product. Otherwise,
your laundry will come out hot at the end
of the washing process and wear out.
2. Tighten all hose nuts by hand. Never use a tool
when tightening the nuts.
3. Open the taps completely after making the
hose connection to check for water leaks at
the connection points. If any leaks occur, turn
off the tap and remove the nut. Retighten the
nut carefully after checking the seal. To prevent
water leakages and damages caused by them,
keep the taps closed when the machine is not
in use.

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3.5 Connecting to the drain
•Theendofthedrainhosemustbedirectly
connected to the wastewater drain or to the
washbasin.
AWARNING: Your house will be flooded
if the hose comes out of its housing
during water discharge. Moreover, there
is risk of scalding due to high washing
temperatures! To prevent such situations
and to ensure smooth water intake and
discharge of the machine, fix the end of
the discharge hose tightly so that it cannot
come out.
•Thehoseshouldbeattachedtoaheightofat
least 40 cm, and 100 cm at most.
•Incasethehoseiselevatedafterlayingiton
the floor level or close to the ground (less than
40 cm above the ground), water discharge
becomes more difficult and the laundry may
come out excessively wet. Therefore, follow the
heights described in the figure.
100cm
40cm
•Topreventflowingofdirtywaterbackintothe
machine and to allow for easy discharge, do not
immerse the hose end into the dirty water or do
not drive it in the drain more than 15 cm. If it is
too long, cut it short.
•Theendofthehoseshouldnotbebent,it
should not be stepped on and the hose must
not be pinched between the drain and the
machine.
•Ifthelengthofthehoseistooshort,useitby
adding an original extension hose. Length of the
hose may not be longer than 3.2 m. To avoid
water leak failures, the connection between
the extension hose and the drain hose of the
product must be fitted well with an appropriate
clamp as not to come off and leak.
3.6 Adjusting the feet
AWARNING: In order to ensure that
the product operates more silently
and vibration-free, it must stand level
and balanced on its feet. Balance the
machine by adjusting the feet. Otherwise,
the product may move from its place and
cause crushing and vibration problems.
1. Loosen the lock nuts on the feet by hand.
2. Adjust the feet until the product stands level
and balanced.
3. Tighten all lock nuts again by hand.
AWARNING: Do not use any tools to
loosen the lock nuts. Otherwise, they will
get damaged.

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3.7 Electrical connection
Connect the product to a grounded outlet
protected by a 16 A fuse. Our company shall not
be liable for any damages that will arise when the
product is used without grounding in accordance
with the local regulations.
•Connectionmustcomplywithnational
regulations.
•Powercableplugmustbewithineasyreach
after installation.
•Ifthecurrentvalueofthefuseorbreakerinthe
house is less than 16 Amps, have a qualified
electrician install a 16 Amp fuse.
•Thevoltagespecifiedinthe"Technical
specifications"sectionmustbeequaltoyour
mains voltage.
•Donotmakeconnectionsviaextensioncables
or multi-plugs.
BWARNING: Damaged power cables
must be replaced by the Authorized
Service Agents.
Transportation of the product
1. Unplug the product before transporting it.
2. Remove water drain and water supply
connections.
3. Drain all water that has remained in the
product. See 7.5
4. Install transportation safety bolts in the reverse
order of removal procedure; see 3.3.
CNever move the product without the
transportation safety bolts properly fixed
in place!
AWARNING: Packaging materials are
dangeroustochildren.Keeppackaging
materials in a safe place away from
reach of the children.

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4 Preparation
4.1 Sorting the laundry
•Sortlaundryaccordingtotypeoffabric,colour,anddegreeofsoilingandallowablewater
temperature.
•Alwaysobeytheinstructionsgivenonthegarmenttags.
LAUNDRY WASH SYMBOLS
Machine
Wash
Symbols
Normal wash
No Iron
Sensitive-
Delicate
wash
Hand wash
Not washable
No Spin
WASH Water
Temperatures
Maximum 950C700C600C500C400C300C
Symbol(s) lll
lll
lll
l l
ll
ll
lll l l l
Drying
Symbols Suitable for
dryer No Iron Sensitive /
Delicate dry
Do not dry
with dryer
Do not dry Do not dry-
clean
DRYING
Drying
Settings
At any temperature
At high temperature
At medium
temperature
At low temperature
Without heating
Hang to dry
Lay to dry
Hang wet to dry
Lay in shadow
to dry
Dry-cleanable
Iron -
IRON Dry or Steam
Iron at high
temperature
Iron at medium
temperature
Iron at low
temperature
Do not iron
Iron without
steam
Maximum temperature 200 0C150 0C110 0C
All bleaches are allowed
Bleach (sodium
hypochlorite)
can be used
Bleach is not
allowed
Only bleaches without
chlorine are allowed
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4.2 Preparing laundry for washing
•Laundryitemswithmetalattachmentssuchas,
underwired bras, belt buckles or metal buttons
will damage the machine. Remove the metal
pieces or wash the clothes by putting them in a
laundry bag or pillow case.
•Takeoutallsubstancesinthepocketssuchas
coins, pens and paper clips, and turn pockets
inside out and brush. Such objects may damage
the product especially the glass door or cause
noise problem.
•Putsmallsizeclothessuchasinfant'ssocks
and nylon stockings in a laundry bag or pillow
case.
•Placecurtainsinwithoutcompressingthem.
Remove curtain attachment items.
•Fastenzippers,sewloosebuttonsandmend
rips and tears.
•Wash“machinewashable”or“handwashable”
labelled products only with an appropriate
programme.
•Donotwashcoloursandwhitestogether.New,
dark coloured cottons release a lot of dye. Wash
them separately.
•Toughstainsmustbetreatedproperlybefore
washing. If unsure, check with a dry cleaner.
•Useonlydyes/colourchangersandlimescale
removers suitable for machine wash. Always
follow the instructions on the package.
•Washtrousersanddelicatelaundryturned
inside out.
•KeeplaundryitemsmadeofAngorawoolinthe
freezer for a few hours before washing. This will
reduce pilling.
•Laundrythataresubjectedtomaterialssuchas
flour, lime dust, milk powder, etc. intensely must
be shaken off before placing into the machine.
Such dusts and powders on the laundry may
build up on the inner parts of the machine in
time and can cause damage.
4.3 Things to be done
for energy saving
Following information will help you use the
product in an ecological and energy-efficient
manner.
•Operatetheproductinthehighestcapacity
allowed by the programme you have selected,
butdonotoverload;see,"Programmeand
consumptiontable".
•Alwaysfollowtheinstructionsonthedetergent
packaging.
•Washslightlysoiledlaundryatlow
temperatures.
•Usefasterprogrammesforsmallquantitiesof
lightly soiled laundry.
•Donotuseprewashandhightemperaturesfor
laundry that is not heavily soiled or stained.
•Ifyouplantodryyourlaundryinadryer,select
the highest spin speed recommended during
washing process.
•Donotusedetergentinexcessoftheamount
recommended on the detergent package.
4.4 Initial use
Before starting to use the product, make sure
that all preparations are made in accordance
with the instructions in sections “Important safety
instructions” and “Installation”.
To prepare the product for washing laundry,
perform first operation in Drum Cleaning
programme. If your product is not equipped with
Drum Cleaning programme, perform the Initial
Use procedure in accordance with the methods
described under “7.2 Cleaning the loading door
and the drum” section of the user manual.
CUse an anti-limescale suitable for the
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Preparation
CSome water might have remained in
the product due to the quality control
processes in the production. It is not
harmful for the product.
4.5 Correct load capacity
The maximum load capacity depends on the type
of laundry, the degree of soiling and the washing
programme desired.
The machine automatically adjusts the amount
of water according to the weight of the loaded
laundry.
AWARNING: Follow the information in the
“Programme and consumption table”.
When overloaded, machine's washing
performance will drop. Moreover, noise
and vibration problems may occur.
Laundry type Weight (g)
Bathrobe 1200
Napkin 100
Duvet cover 700
Bed Sheet 500
Pillowcase 200
Tablecloth 250
Towel 200
Hand towel 100
Evening gown 200
Underclothing 100
Men’s overalls 600
Men’s shirt 200
Men’s pyjamas 500
Blouses 100
4.6 Loading the laundry
1. Open the loading door.
2. Place laundry items loosely into the machine.
3. Push the loading door to close until you hear a
locking sound. Ensure that no items are caught
in the door.
CThe loading door is locked while a
programme is running. The door can only
be opened a while after the programme
comes to an end.
AWARNING: In case of misplacing the
laundry, noise and vibration problems may
occur in the machine.
4.7 Using detergent and softener
CWhen using detergent, softener, starch,
fabric dye, bleach or limescale remover
read the manufacturer's instructions
on the package carefully and follow the
suggested dosage values. Use measuring
cup if available.
Detergent Drawer
The detergent drawer is composed of three
compartments:
– (1) for prewash
– (2) for main wash
– (3) for softener
– (*) in addition, there is siphon piece in the
softener compartment.
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Detergent, softener and other cleaning agents
•Adddetergentandsoftenerbeforestartingthe
washing programme.
•Neverleavethedetergentdraweropenwhile
the washing programme is running!
•Whenusingaprogrammewithoutprewash,
do not put any detergent into the prewash
compartment(compartmentnr."1").

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•Inaprogrammewithprewash,donotput
liquid detergent into the prewash compartment
(compartmentnr."1").
•Donotselectaprogrammewithprewashifyou
are using a detergent bag or dispensing ball.
Place the detergent bag or the dispensing ball
directly among the laundry in the machine.
•Ifyouareusingliquiddetergent,donotforget
to place the liquid detergent cup into the main
washcompartment(compartmentnr."2").
Choosing the detergent type
The type of detergent to be used depends on the
type and colour of the fabric.
•Usedifferentdetergentsforcolouredandwhite
laundry.
•Washyourdelicateclothesonlywithspecial
detergents (liquid detergent, wool shampoo,
etc.) used solely for delicate clothes.
•Whenwashingdarkcolouredclothesandquilts,
it is recommended to use liquid detergent.
•Washwoollenswithspecialdetergentmade
specifically for woollens.
AWARNING: Use only detergents
manufactured specifically for washing
machines.
AWARNING: Do not use Powdered Soap.
Adjusting detergent amount
The amount of washing detergent to be used
depends on the amount of laundry, the degree of
soiling and water hardness.
•Donotuseamountsexceedingthedosage
quantities recommended on the detergent
package to avoid problems of excessive foam,
poor rinsing, financial savings and finally,
environmental protection.
•Uselesserdetergentforsmallamountsor
lightly soiled clothes.
Using softeners
Pour the softener into the softener compartment
of the detergent drawer.
•Donotexceedthe(>max<)levelmarkinginthe
softener compartment.
•Ifthesoftenerhaslostitsfluidity,diluteitwith
water before putting it in the detergent drawer.
Using liquid detergents
If the product contains a liquid detergent cup:
•Makesurethatyouhaveplacedtheliquid
detergentcupincompartmentnr."2".
•Iftheliquiddetergenthaslostitsfluidity,dilute
it with water before putting in the detergent
cup.
If the product does not contain a liquid
detergent cup:
•Donotuseliquiddetergentfortheprewashina
programme with prewash.
•Liquiddetergentstainsyourclotheswhenused
with Delayed Start function. If you are going to
use the Delayed Start function, do not use liquid
detergent.
Using gel and tablet detergent
Apply the following instructions when using tablet,
gel and similar detergents.
•Ifthegeldetergentthicknessisfluidaland
your machine does not contain a special liquid
detergent cup, put the gel detergent into the
main wash detergent compartment during first
water intake. If your machine contains a liquid
detergent cup, fill the detergent into this cup
before starting the programme.
•Ifthegeldetergentthicknessisnotfluidalorin
the shape of capsule liquid tablet, put it directly
into the drum before washing.
•Puttabletdetergentsintothemainwash
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into the drum before washing.
CTablet detergents may leave residues
in the detergent compartment. If you
encounter such a case, place the tablet
detergent between the laundry, close
to the lower part of the drum in future
washings.
CUse the tablet or gel detergent without
selecting the prewash function.
Using starch
•Addliquidstarch,powderstarchorthefabric
dye into the softener compartment.
•Donotusesoftenerandstarchtogetherina
washing cycle.
•Wipetheinsideofthemachinewithadamp
and clean cloth after using starch.
Using bleaches
•Selectaprogrammewithprewashandadd
the bleaching agent at the beginning of the
prewash. Do not put detergent in the prewash
compartment. As an alternative application,
select a programme with extra rinse and add
the bleaching agent while the machine is taking
water from the detergent compartment during
first rinsing step.
•Donotusebleachingagentanddetergentby
mixing them.
•Usejustalittleamount(approx.50ml)of
bleaching agent and rinse the clothes very
well as it causes skin irritation. Do not pour the
bleaching agent onto the clothes and do not
use it for coloured clothes.
•Whenusingoxygenbasedbleaches,select
a programme that washes at a lower
temperature.
•Oxygenbasedbleachescanbeusedtogether
with detergents; however, if its thickness
is not the same with the detergent, put the
detergentfirstintothecompartmentnr."2"
in the detergent drawer and wait until the
detergent flows while the machine is taking in
water. Add the bleaching agent from the same
compartment while the machine is still taking in
water.
Using limescale remover
•Whenrequired,uselimescaleremovers
manufactured specifically for washing machines
only.

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4.8 Tips for efficient washing
Clothes
Light colours and
whites Colours Dark colours Delicates/Woolens/
Silks
(Recommended
temperature range
based on soiling level:
40-90ºC)
(Recommended
temperature range
based on soiling level:
cold-40ºC)
(Recommended
temperature range
based on soiling
level: cold-40ºC)
(Recommended
temperature range
based on soiling
level: cold-30ºC)
Soiling Level
Heavily Soiled
(difficult stains
such as grass,
coffee, fruits and
blood.)
It may be necessary
to pre-treat the
stains or perform
prewash. Powder
and liquid detergents
recommended
for whites can be
used at dosages
recommended for
heavily soiled clothes.
It is recommended to
use powder detergents
to clean clay and soil
stains and the stains
that are sensitive to
bleaches.
Powder and
liquid detergents
recommended for
colours can be used at
dosages recommended
for heavily soiled clothes.
It is recommended to
use powder detergents
to clean clay and soil
stains and the stains
that are sensitive to
bleaches. Use detergents
without bleach.
Liquid detergents
suitable for
colours and dark
colours can be
used at dosages
recommended
for heavily soiled
clothes.
Prefer liquid
detergents produced
for delicate clothes.
Woollen and silk
clothes must be
washed with special
woollen detergents.
Normally Soiled
(For example,
stains caused by
body on collars
and cuffs)
Powder and
liquid detergents
recommended for
whites can be used at
dosages recommended
for normally soiled
clothes.
Powder and
liquid detergents
recommended for
colours can be used at
dosages recommended
for normally soiled
clothes. Use detergents
without bleach.
Liquid detergents
suitable for
colours and dark
colours can be
used at dosages
recommended for
normally soiled
clothes.
Prefer liquid
detergents produced
for delicate clothes.
Woollen and silk
clothes must be
washed with special
woollen detergents.
Lightly Soiled
(No visible stains
exist.)
Powder and
liquid detergents
recommended for
whites can be used at
dosages recommended
for lightly soiled
clothes.
Powder and
liquid detergents
recommended for
colours can be used at
dosages recommended
for lightly soiled clothes.
Use detergents without
bleach.
Liquid detergents
suitable for
colours and dark
colours can be
used at dosages
recommended
for lightly soiled
clothes.
Prefer liquid
detergents produced
for delicate clothes.
Woollen and silk
clothes must be
washed with special
woollen detergents.
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