Electrolux Arthur Martin AWF8260W User manual

user manual
Washing Machine
AWF 8260 W

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Contents
Safety information 2
Product description 4
Control panel 5
First use 7
Daily use 8
Helpful hints and tips 10
Washing programmes 12
Care and cleaning 14
What to do if… 18
Technical data 20
Consumption values 20
Installation 21
Electrical connection 23
Environment concerns 24
Subject to change without notice
Safety information
Important! Read carefully & keep for future
reference.
• The safety of Your appliance complies with
the industry standards and with legal re-
quirements on the safety of appliances.
However, as manufacturers, we feel it is
our duty to provide the following safety
notes.
• It is most important that this instruction
book should be retained with the appli-
ance for future reference. Should the ap-
pliance be sold or transferred to another
owner, or should you move house and
leave the appliance, always ensure that the
book is supplied with the appliance in or-
der that the new owner can get to know
the functioning of the appliance and the
relevant warnings.
• You MUST read them carefully before in-
stalling or using the appliance.
• Before first starting up, check the appli-
ance for any damage incurred during
transport. Never connect up a damaged
appliance . If parts are damaged, contact
your supplier.
• If the appliance is delivered in the winter
months when there are minus tempera-
tures. Store it at room temperature for 24
hours before using for the first time.
General safety
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or
attempt to modify this product in any way.
• During high temperature wash pro-
grammes the door glass may get hot. Do
not touch it!
• Make sure that small pets do not climb into
the drum. To avoid this, please check into
the drum before using.
• Any objects such as coins, safety pins,
nails, screws, stones or any other hard,
sharp material can cause extensive dam-
age and must not be placed into the ma-
chine.
• Only use the advised quantities of fabric
softener and detergent. Damage to the
fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the
manufacturer’s recommendations of
quantities.
• Wash small items such as socks, laces,
washable belts etc in a washing bag or pil-
low case as it is possible for such items to
slip down between the tub and the inner
drum.
• Do not use your washing machine to wash
articles with whalebones, material without
hems or torn material.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off
the water supply after use, cleaning and
maintenance.
• Under no circumstances should you at-
tempt to repair the machine yourself. Re-
pairs carried out by inexperienced people
may cause injury or serious malfunction-
ing. Contact your local Service Centre. Al-
ways insist on genuine spare parts.
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Installation
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be
taken when moving it.
• When unpacking the appliance, check that
it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it
and contact the Service Centre.
• All packing and transit bolts must be re-
moved before use. Serious damage can
occur to the product and to property if this
is not adhered to. See relevant section in
the user manual.
• After having installed the appliance, check
that it is not standing on the inlet and drain
hose and the worktop is not pressing the
electrical supply cable against the wall.
• If the machine is situated on a carpeted
floor, please adjust the feet in order to al-
low air to circulate freely under the appli-
ance.
• Always be sure, that there is no water leak-
age from hoses and their connections after
the installation.
• If the appliance is installed in a location
subject to frost, please read the “dangers
of freezing” chapter.
• Any plumbing work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a quali-
fied plumber or competent person.
• Any electrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a quali-
fied electrician or competent person.
Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic
use. It must not be used for purposes other
than those for which it was designed.
• Only wash fabrics which are designed to
be machine washed. Follow the instruc-
tions on each garment label.
• Do not overload the appliance. See the
Washing Programme Table.
• Before washing, ensure that all pockets
are empty and buttons and zips are fas-
tened. Avoid washing frayed or torn arti-
cles and treat stains such as paint, ink,
rust, and grass before washing. Under-
wired bras must NOT be machine washed.
• Garments which have been in contact with
volatile petroleum products should not be
machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids
are used, care should be taken to ensure
that the fluid is removed from the garment
before placing in the machine.
• Never pull the power supply cable to re-
move the plug from the socket; always
take hold of the plug itself.
• Never use the appliance if the power sup-
ply cable, the control panel, the working
surface or the base are damaged so that
the inside of the washing machine is ac-
cessible.
Child safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by
person (including children) with reduced
physical sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge unless
they have been given supervision or in-
struction concerning use of the appliance
by a person responsible for their safety.
• The packaging components (e.g. plastic
film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to chil-
dren - danger of suffocation! Keep them
out of children’s reach.
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of
children’s reach.
• Make sure that children or pets do not
climb into the drum. To prevent children
and pets becoming trapped inside the
drum the machine incorporates a special
feature. To activate this device, rotate the
button (without pressing it) inside the door
clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If
necessary use a coin.
To disable this device and restore the pos-
sibility of closing the door, rotate the but-
ton counterclockwise until the groove is
vertical.
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Product description
Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry
with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Its new washing system allows total
use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.
1 2
3
4
5
6
1Detergent dispenser drawer
2Control panel
3Door opening handle
4Rating Plate
5Drain pump
6Adjustable feet
Detergent dispenser drawer
Compartment for detergent used for pre-
wash and soak phase or for stain remover
used during the stain action phase (if availa-
ble). The prewash and soak detergent is
added at the beginning of the wash pro-
gramme. The stain remover is added during
the stain action phase.
Compartment for powder or liquid deter-
gent used for main wash. If using liquid de-
tergent pour it just before starting the pro-
gramme.
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric
softener, starch).
Follow the product manufacturer’s recom-
mendations on quantities to use and do not
exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent
dispenser drawer. Any fabric softener or
starching additives must be poured into the
compartment before starting the wash pro-
gramme.
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Control panel
Henceforth the programme selector dial, the buttons and the display will be indicated
with the numbers given in this table.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
1Programme selector dial
2SPIN button
3OPTIONS button
4EXTRA RINSE button
5Display
6START/PAUSE button
7DELAY START button
8Indicator pilot light
Table of Symbols - Programme selector dial
= Cotton = Shoes
= Synthetics = Sport Intensive
= Delicates = Sport Light
= Wool = Easy Iron
= Handwash = Rinses
= Cold Wash = Drain
= Special programmes = Spin
Table of Symbols - Buttons and Indicator Lights
= Spin reduction = Super Quick
= No Spin = Extra Rinse
= Night Cycle = Washing
= Rinse hold = Door locked
= Options = End of Cycle
= Prewash = Delay Start
= Economy
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Programme Selector Dial
It allows you to switch the appliance on/off
and/or to select a programme.
Spin Reduction
By pressing this button you can change the
spin speed of the selected programme.
No spin
By selecting this option, all spinning phases
are suppressed and replaced by a drain, so
as not to wrinkle the laundry. Recommended
for extremely delicate fabrics. On some pro-
grammes the rinses will be performed with
more water.
Night Cycle
By selecting this function the machine will not
drain the water of the last rinse and all spin-
ning phases will be suppressed, so as not to
wrinkle the laundry. This washing cycle is
very quiet and it can be selected at night or
in times with a more economical power rate.
On some programmes the rinses will be per-
formed with more water. Before opening the
door it will be necessary to empty out the
water. To empty out the water, please read
the paragraph «At the end of the pro-
gramme».
Rinse hold
By selecting this function the water of the last
rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics
from creasing. Before opening the door it will
be necessary to empty out the water. To
empty out the water, please read the para-
graph «At the end of the programme».
Prewash
By selecting this option the machine per-
forms a prewash cycle before the main wash
phase. The washing time will be prolonged.
This option is recommended for heavily
soiled laundry.
Economy
Only for cottons and synthetic items lightly or
normally soiled at a temperature of 40°C or
higher. The washing time will be prolonged
and the washing temperature will be re-
duced. You can use this option if you want
to wash normally soiled laundry and at the
same time save energy.
Super Quick
Short cycle for lightly soiled items or for laun-
dry which needs only freshening up. We rec-
ommend you to reduce the fabrics loading.
Extra Rinse
This appliance is designed to save energy. If
it necessary to rinse the laundry using an ex-
tra quantity of water (extra rinse), select this
option. Some additional rinses will be per-
formed. This option is recommended for
people who are allergic to detergents, and in
areas where the water is very soft.
Start Pause
This button allows you to start or to interrupt
the selected programme.
Delay Start
The programme can be delayed from 30 min
- 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour
up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of
this button.
Indicator pilot lights
8.1
8.2
8.3
After having pressed the button 6, the
WASHING pilot light (8.1) illuminates. When
the pilot light 8.1 illuminates this means that
the machine is operating.
The DOOR pilot light (8.2) illuminates when
the programme starts and indicates if the
door can be opened:
• light on: the door cannot be opened. The
machine is working or has stopped with
water left in the tub.
• light off: the door can be opened. The pro-
gramme is finished or the water has been
emptied out.
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• light flashing: the door is opening in a few
minutes.
When the programme has finished the END
CYCLE pilot light (8.3) comes on.
Display
5.2 5.1
The display shows the following information:
5.1:
•Duration of selected programme
After selecting a programme, the duration
is displayed in hours and minutes (for ex-
ample ). The duration is calculated
automatically on the basis of the maximum
recommended load for each type of fabric.
After the programme has started, the time
remaining is updated every minute.
•Alarm codes
In the event of operating problems, some
alarm codes can be displayed, for example
(see chapter «What to do if...»).
•End of programme
When the programme has finished three
blinking zeros ( ) are displayed, the
Door pilot light ( 8.2 ), the Washing pilot
light ( 8.1 ) and the pilot light of button 6go
out and the door can be opened.
•Incorrect option selection
If an option which is not compatible with
the set wash programme is selected, the
message Err is displayed for a few sec-
onds and the red pilot light of button 6light
starts blinking.
•Delay Start
The selected delay set by means of the
relevant button appears on the display for
a few seconds. The delay time value de-
creases by one unit every hour. When only
1 hour remains, the time decreases every
minute.
5.2:
•Heating Phase
During the washing cycle the display
shows a temperature icon ( 5.2 ) to indicate
that the appliance has started the heating
phase of the water in the tub.
First use
• Ensure that the electrical and water
connections comply with the installa-
tion instructions.
• Remove the polystyrene block and
any material from the drum.
• Pour 2 liters of water into the main
wash compartment of the deter-
gent drawer in order to activate the
ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at
the highest temperature without any
laundry in the machine, to remove any
manufacturing residue from the drum
and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of de-
tergent into the main wash compart-
ment and start the machine.
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Daily use
Load the laundry
Open the door by carefully pulling the door
handle outwards. Place the laundry in the
drum, one item at a time, shaking them out
as much as possible. Close the door.
Measure out the detergent and the fab-
ric softener
Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops.
Measure out the amount of detergent re-
quired, pour it into the main wash compart-
ment or in the appropriate compartment
if the selected programme/option it requires
(see more details in «Detergent dispenser
drawer»).
If required, pour fabric softener into the com-
partment marked (the amount used must
not exceed the «MAX» mark in the drawer).
Close the drawer gently.
Select the required programme by
turning the programme selector dial (1)
You can choose the right programme for any
type of laundry following the descriptions on
the washing programme tables (see «Wash-
ing Programmes»). Turn the programme se-
lector dial to the required programme. The
programme selector determines the type of
washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum move-
ment, number of rinses) and the washing
temperature according to the type of laundry.
The pilot light of button 6starts blinking and
the display shows the duration of the selec-
ted programme. The selector dial can be
turned either clockwise or counterclockwise.
Position to Reset programme/Switching
OFF the machine.
For the description of each washing pro-
grammes of the selector dial, consult the
chapter «Washing programmes».
At the end of the programme the selec-
tor dial must be turned to position , to
switch the machine off.
Caution! If you turn the programme
selector dial to another programme
when the machine is working, the red
pilot light of button 6will blink 3 times
and the message Err is displayed on the
display to indicate a wrong selection.
The machine will not perform the new
selected programme.
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Reduce the spin speed by pressing
button 2
When the required programme has been se-
lected, your appliance automatically propo-
ses the maximum spin speed provided for
that programme.
Press button 2repeatedly to change the spin
speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at
a speed different from the one proposed by
the washing machine. The relevant light will
light up.
Select the available options by pressing
buttons 2, 3 and 4
Depending on the programme, different
functions can be combined. These must be
selected after choosing the desired pro-
gramme and before starting the programme.
When these buttons are pressed, the corre-
sponding pilot lights illuminate. When they
are pressed again, the pilot lights go out. If
an incorrect option is selected, the integrated
red pilot light of the button 6flashes for 3
times.
For the compatibility among the washing
programmes and the options see chap-
ter «Washing Programmes».
Select the Delay Start by pressing
button 7
Before you start the programme, if you wish
to delay the start, press the button 7repeat-
edly, to select the desired delay. The selec-
ted delay time value (up to 20 hours) will ap-
pear on the display a few seconds, then the
duration of the programme will appear again.
You must select this option after you have set
the programme and before you press button
6.
You can cancel or modify the delay time at
any moment, before you press button 6.
Selecting the delayed start:
1. Select the programme and the required
options.
2. Select the delay start by pressing the but-
ton 7.
3. Press button 6:
– the machine starts its hourly count-
down.
– The programme will start after the se-
lected delay has expired.
Cancelling the delayed start after having
pressed button 6:
1. Set the washing machine to PAUSE by
pressing button 6.
2. Press button 7once until the value ’is
displayed
3. Press button 6again to start the pro-
gramme.
Important! The selected delay can be
changed only after selecting the washing
programme again.
The Delay Start can not be selected with the
DRAIN programme.
Start the programme by pressing button
6
To start the selected programme, press the
button 6, the corresponding green pilot light
stops blinking. The pilot lights 8.1 and 8.2
illuminate to indicate that the appliance starts
operating and the door is locked.
To interrupt a programme which is running,
press the button 6: the corresponding green
pilot light starts blinking.
To restart the programme from the point at
which it was interrupted, press the button 6
again . If you have chosen a delayed start,
the machine will begin the countdown.
If an incorrect option is selected, the red pilot
light of the button 6blinks for 3 times the
message Err is displayed for a few seconds.
Altering an option or a running
programme
It is possible to change some options before
the programme carries them out.
Before you make any change, you must
PAUSE the appliance by pressing the button
6.
Changing a running programme is possible
only by resetting it. Turn the programme se-
lector dial to and then to the new pro-
gramme position. Start the new programme
by pressing the button 6again. The washing
water in the tub will be not emptied out.
Interrupting a programme
Press the button 6to interrupt a programme
which is running, the corresponding green
pilot light starts blinking.
Press the button again to restart the pro-
gramme.
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Cancelling a programme
Turn the selector dial to to cancel a pro-
gramme which is running.
You can select now a new programme.
Opening the door
After the programme has started (or during
the delay time) the door is locked, if you need
to open it, set first the machine to PAUSE by
pressing the button 6. After a few minutes
the light 8.2 goes out and it is possible to
open the door.
If this light remains lit and the door is locked,
this means that the machine is already heat-
ing or that the water level is too high. In any
case, do not try to force the door!
If you cannot open the door but you need to
open it you have to switch the machine off by
turning the selector dial to . After a few
minutes the door can be opened (pay at-
tention to the water level and tempera-
ture!) .
After closing the door, it is necessary to se-
lect the programme and options again and to
press button 6.
At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically. The pilot
light of button 6, the pilot lights 8.1 goes off
and after some minutes the pilot light 8.2
goes off. The light 8.3 illuminates.
If a programme or an option that ends with
water left in the tub has been selected, the
pilot light 8.2 remains on and the door is
locked to indicate that the water must be
emptied out before opening the door.
Follow the below instructions to empty out
the water:
1. Turn the programme selector dial to .
2. Select the draining or spinning pro-
gramme.
3. Reduce the spin speed if needed, by
pressing the relevant button.
4. Press button 6.
At the end of the programme, the light 8.2
goes off to indicate that the door can be now
opened. Turn the programme selector dial to
to switch the machine off.
Remove the laundry from the drum and care-
fully check that the drum is empty. If you do
not intend to carry out another wash, close
the water tap. Leave the door open to pre-
vent the formation of mildew and unpleasant
smells.
Stand by : once the programme has finished
after a few minutes the energy saving system
will be enabled. The brightness of the display
is reduced. By pressing any button the ap-
pliance will come out of the energy saving
status.
Helpful hints and tips
Sorting out the laundry
Follow the wash code symbols on each gar-
ment label and the manufacturer’s washing
instructions. Sort the laundry as follows:
whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates,
woollens.
Before loading the laundry
Never wash whites and coloureds together.
Whites may lose their «whiteness» in the
wash.
New coloured items may run in the first wash;
they should therefore be washed separately
the first time.
Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners,
hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long
tapes.
Remove persistent stains before washing.
Rub particularly soiled areas with a special
detergent or detergent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove
hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.
Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed by just
water and detergent. It is therefore advisable
to treat them prior to washing.
Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For
dried stains, soak overnight in water with a
special detergent then rub in the soap and
water.
Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain
remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and
dab the stain; treat several times.
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Dried grease stains: moisten with turpen-
tine, lay the garment on a soft surface and
dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton
cloth.
Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a
rust removing product used cold. Be careful
with rust stains which are not recent since the
cellulose structure will already have been
damaged and the fabric tends to hole.
Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well
(whites and fast coloureds only).
Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach
(whites and fast coloureds only).
Ball point pen and glue: moisten with ace-
tone
1)
, lay the garment on a soft cloth and
dab the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above,
then treat stains with methylated spirits.
Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Red wine: soak in water and detergent,
rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then
rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten
the fabric first with acetone
1)
, then with acetic
acid; treat any residual marks on white fab-
rics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, me-
thylated spirits or benzine, then rub with de-
tergent paste.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the
choice of detergent and use of the correct
quantities to avoid waste and protect the en-
vironment.
Although biodegradable, detergents contain
substances which, in large quantities, can
upset the delicate balance of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the
type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons,
etc.), the colour, washing temperature and
degree of soiling.
All commonly available washing machine de-
tergents may be used in this appliance:
• powder detergents for all types of fabric
• powder detergents for delicate fabrics
(60°C max) and woollens
• liquid detergents, preferably for low tem-
perature wash programmes (60°C max)
for all types of fabric, or special for wool-
lens only.
The detergent and any additives must be
placed in the appropriate compartments of
the dispenser drawer before starting the
wash programme.
If using liquid detergents, a programme
without prewash must be selected.
Your appliance incorporates a recirculation
system which allows an optimal use of the
concentrated detergent.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recom-
mendations on quantities to use and do not
exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent
dispenser drawer .
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will de-
pend on the type of fabric, load size, degree
of soiling and hardness of the water used.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instruc-
tions on quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
• you are washing a small load
• the laundry is lightly soiled
• large amounts of foam form during wash-
ing.
Degrees of water hardness
Water hardness is classified in so-called “de-
grees” of hardness. Information on hardness
of the water in your area can be obtained
from the relevant water supply company, or
from your local authority. If the water hard-
ness degree is medium or high we suggest
you to add a water softener following always
the manufacturer’s instructions. When the
degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quan-
tity of the detergent.
1) do not use acetone on artificial silk
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Washing programmes
Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
Options Detergent
Compartment
COTTONS
90°-60°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 6 kg - Red. load 3 kg
For white cotton (heavy soiled items).
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH
ECONOMY
SUPER QUICK
1)
EXTRA RINSE
2)
COTTONS
40°- 30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 6 kg - Red. load 3 kg
For coloured cotton (lightly soiled items).
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH
ECONOMY
3)
SUPER QUICK
1)
EXTRA RINSE
2)
SYNTHETICS
60°- 30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Red. load 1,5kg
Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured gar-
ments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH
ECONOMY
3)
SUPER QUICK
1)
EXTRA RINSE
2)
DELICATES
40°-30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 600 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Red. load 1,5 kg
Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH
SUPER QUICK
1)
EXTRA RINSE
2)
WOOL
40°-30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as
for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics. Note : A
single or bulky item may cause imbalance. If the appliance
doesn’t perform the final spin phase, add more items, re-
distribute the load manually and then select the spinning
programme.
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
HANDWASH
30°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Special programme for delicate fabrics with «hand washing»
care symbol.
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
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Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
Options Detergent
Compartment
SHOES
40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load: one pair of shoes.
With this programme it is possible to wash one pair of sport
shoes (or 2 pairs if they are small). The shoes would be gently
washed and spun. Note! Don't wash your sport shoes to-
gether with laundry.
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH
EXTRA RINSE
2)
SPORT INTENSIVE
40°
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load: 2 kg
This programme is suitable for washing heavily soiled sport
items. The machine will add automatically a prewash phase
without detergent before the main wash to eliminate mud
stains.
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
EXTRA RINSE
SPORT LIGHT
30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 600 rpm
Max. load: 2 kg
Short programme for lightly soiled mixed fabric sports
clothes.
NO SPIN
EASY IRON
40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 1 kg
This programme can be selected for synthetic items and
mixed fabrics to be ironed. The laundry can be gently wash-
ed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is
easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional rin-
ses.
SPIN
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH
EXTRA RINSE
2)
RINSES
Rinses
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton
garments which have been washed by hand. The machine
performs 3 rinses, followed by a final long spin. The spin
speed can be reduced by pressing the relevant button.
SPIN
NO SPIN
NIGHT CYCLE
RINSE HOLD
EXTRA RINSE
DRAIN
Draining of water
Max. load 6 kg
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes
with Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option selected.
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Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
Options Detergent
Compartment
SPIN
Drain and long spin
Maximum spin speed 800 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
Separate spin for hand washed garments and after pro-
grammes with the Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option selec-
ted. You can choose the spin speed by pressing the relevant
button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.
SPIN
= OFF
For cancelling the programme which is running or to switch the machine off .
1) If you select the Super Quick option by pressing button 3, we recommend that you reduce the
maximum load as indicated. (Red. load = reduced load). Full loading is possible however with
somewhat reduced cleaning results.
2) If using liquid detergents, a programme without PREWASH must be selected.
3) ECONOMY option can be selected only at the temperature of 40° C or higher.
Care and cleaning
Warning! You must disconnect the
appliance from the electricity supply,
before you can carry out any cleaning or
maintenance work.
Descaling
The water we use normally contains lime. It
is a good idea to periodically use a water
softening powder in the machine. Do this
separately from any laundry washing, and
according to the softening powder manufac-
turer's instructions. This will help to prevent
the formation of lime deposits.
After each wash
Leave the door open for a while. This helps
to prevent mould and stagnant smells form-
ing inside the appliance. Keeping the door
open after a wash will also help to preserve
the door seal.
Maintenance wash
With the use of low temperature washes it is
possible to get a build up of residues inside
the drum.
We recommend that a maintenance wash be
performed on a regular basis.
To run a maintenance wash:
• The drum should be empty of laundry.
• Select the hottest cotton wash pro-
gramme.
• Use a normal measure of detergent, must
be a powder with biological properties.
External cleaning
Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance
with soap and water only, and then dry thor-
oughly.
Important! Do not use methylated spirits,
solvents or similar products to clean the
cabinet.
Cleaning the dispenser drawer
The detergent dispenser drawer should be
cleaned regularly.
1. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer
by pulling it firmly. Remove any traces of
accumulated powder. To aid cleaning,
the top part of the additive compartment
should be removed.
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2. Remove the conditioner insert from the
appropriate compartment.
3. Clean all parts with water.
4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will
go, so that it is firmly in place
5. Clean all parts of the machine, especially
the nozzles in the top of the washing-in
chamber, with a brush.
6. Insert the detergent dispenser drawer in
the guide rails and push it in.
Washing drum
Rust deposits in the drum may occur due to
rusting foreign bodies in the washing or tap
water containing iron.
Important! Do not clean the drum with
acidic descaling agents, scouring agents
containing chlorine or iron or steel wool.
1. Remove any rust deposits on the drum
with a cleaning agent for stainless steel.
2. Run a washing cycle without any washing
to clean off any cleaning agent residues.
Programme: Short Cotton Programme at
maximum temperature and add approx.
1/4 measuring cup of detergent.
Door seal
Check from time to time the door seal and
eliminate eventual possible objects that
could be trapped in the fold.
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Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and
particularly if:
• the machine does not empty and/or spin
• the machine makes an unusual noise dur-
ing draining due to objects such as safety
pins, coins etc. blocking the pump.
Proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the appliance.
2. If necessary wait until the water has
cooled down.
3. Open the pump door.
4. Place a container close to the pump to
collect any spillage.
5. Release the emergency emptying hose,
place it in the container and remove its
cap cover.
6. When no more water comes out, un-
screw the pump and remove it. Always
keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of
water when removing the pump.
7. Remove any objects from the pump im-
peller by rotating it.
8. Refit the cap on the emergency empty-
ing hose and place the latter back in its
seat.
9. Screw the pump fully in.
10. Close the pump door.
Warning!
When the appliance is in use and depending
on the programme selected there can be hot
water in the pump. Never remove the pump
cover during a wash cycle, always wait until
the appliance has finished the cycle, and is
empty. When replacing the cover, ensure it
is securely retightened so as to stop leaks
and young children being able to remove it.
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Cleaning the water inlet filters
If you notice that the machine is taking longer
to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet
hose is not blocked.
1. Turn off the water tap.
2. Unscrew the water inlet hose.
3. Clean the filter in the hose using a hard
bristle brush.
4. Screw the hose back onto the tap.
5. Unscrew the hose from the machine.
Keep a rug nearby because some water
may flow.
6. Clean the filter in the valve with a stiff
brush or with the piece of cloth.
7. Screw the hose back to the machine and
make sure the connection is tight.
8. Turn on the water tap.
Emergency emptying out
If the water is not discharged, proceed as
follows to empty out the machine:
1. pull out the plug from the power socket;
2. close the water tap;
3. if necessary, wait until the water has
cooled down;
4. open the pump door;
5. place a bowl on the floor and place the
end of the emergency emptying hose into
the bowl. Remove its cap. The water
should drain by gravity into the bowl.
When the bowl is full, put the cap back
on the hose. Empty the bowl. Repeat the
procedure until water stops flowing out;
6. clean the pump if necessary as previously
described;
7. replace the emergency emptying hose in
its seat after having plugged it;
8. screw the pump again and close the
door.
Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place where the
temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed
as follows:
1. close the water tap and unscrew the wa-
ter inlet hose from the tap;
2. place the end of the emergency emptying
hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl
placed on the floor and let water drain
out;
3. screw the water inlet hose back on and
reposition the emergency emptying hose
after having put the cap on again.
By doing this, any water remaining in the ma-
chine is removed, avoiding ice forming and
consequently damage to the appliance.
When you use the machine again, make sure
that the ambient temperature is above 0°C.
Important! Every time you drain the water
through the emergency emptying hose you
must pour 2 litres of water into the main wash
compartment of the detergent drawer and
then run the drain programme. This will
activate the ECO Valve device avoiding that
part of the detergent remains unused at next
washing.
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What to do if…
Certain problems are due to lack of simple
maintenance or oversights, which can be
solved easily without calling out an engineer.
Before contacting your local Service Centre,
please carry out the checks listed below.
During machine operation it is possible that
the red pilot light of button 6blinks, one of
the following alarm codes appears on the
display to indicate that the machine is not
working:
•: problem with the water supply.
•: problem with the water draining.
•: door open.
Once the problem has been eliminated,
press the button 6to restart the programme.
If after all checks, the problem persists, con-
tact your local Service Centre.
Problem Possible cause/Solution
The washing machine does
not start:
The door has not been closed.
•Closefirmlythedoor.
The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket.
• Insert the plug into the power socket.
There is no power at the socket.
• Please check your domestic electrical installation.
The main fuse has blown.
• Replace the fuse.
The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the button 6has not
been depressed.
• Please turn the selector dial and press the button 6again.
The delay start has been selected.
• If the laundry are to be washed immediately, cancel the delay start.
The machine does not fill:
The water tap is closed.
•Openthewatertap.
The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.
• Check the inlet hose connection.
The filter in the inlet hose or the inlet valve filter are blocked.
• Clean the water inlet filters (See "Cleaning the water inlet filters"
for more details).
The door is not properly closed.
•Closefirmlythedoor.
The machine does not emp-
ty and/or does not spin:
The drain hose is squashed or kinked.
• Check the drain hose connection.
The drain filter is clogged.
• Clean the drain filter.
An option or a programme that ends with the water still in the tub or
a that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected.
• Disable the option.
• Select the draining or spinning programme.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
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Problem Possible cause/Solution
There is water on the floor:
Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much
foam) has been used.
• Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one.
Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings.
It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose;
check to see if it is damp.
• Check the water inlet hose connection.
The drain hose is damaged.
• Change it with a new one.
The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not been replaced
or the filter has not been properly screwed in after cleaning action.
• Refit the cap on the emergency emptying hose or screw the filter
fully in.
Unsatisfactory washing re-
sults:
Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used.
• Increase the detergent quantity or use another one.
Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing.
• Use commercial products to treat the stubborn stains.
The correct temperature was not selected.
• Check if you have selected the correct temperature.
Excessive laundry load.
• Reduce the laundry load.
The door will not open:
The programme is still running.
• Wait the end of washing cycle.
The door lock has not been released.
• Wait until the pilot light 8.2 has gone out.
There is water in the drum.
• Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water.
The machine vibrates is
noisy:
The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.
• Check the correct installation of the appliance.
The support feet have not been adjusted
• Check the correct levelling of the appliance.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.
• Load more laundry.
The machine makes an un-
usual noise:
The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual
noise compared with other traditional motors. This new motor en-
sures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the
drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of the machine.
No water is visible in the
drum:
Machines based on modern technology operate very economically
using very little water without affecting performance.
If you are unable to identify or solve the prob-
lem, contact our service centre. Before tele-
phoning, make a note of the model, serial
number and purchase date of your machine:
the Service Centre will require this informa-
tion.
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Technical data
Dimensions Width
Height
Depth
60 cm
85 cm
63 cm
Electrical connection
Voltage - Overall power - Fuse
Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate,
on the inner edge of the appliance door.
Water supply pressure Minimum
Maximum
0,05 MPa
0,8 MPa
Maximum Load Cotton 6 kg
Spin Speed Maximum 800 rpm
Consumption values
Programme Energy consumption
(KWh)
Water consumption
(litres)
Programme duration
(Minutes)
White Cottons 90° 2.0 61
For the duration of the
programmes, please
refer to the display on
the control panel.
Cottons 60° 1.3 58
Cotton + ECONOMY
60°
1)
1.02 54
Cottons 40° 0.7 58
Synthetics 40° 0.5 50
Delicates 40° 0.55 60
Wool 40° 0.4 53
1) «Cotton + Economy» at 60°C with a load of 6 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in
the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.
The consumption data shown on this
chart is to be considered purely indica-
tive, as it may vary depending on the
quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet
water temperature and on the ambient
temperature.
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