Electrolux EW 1026F User manual

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WASHING-MACHINE
EW 1026 F
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CONTENTS
Warnings .
Installation
Transit devices
Positioning.
Water inlet.
Water drainage
Electrical connection .
Use.
Control panel . :
Detergent dispenser drawer.
Controls
Washing hints .
Detergents and additives
Washing programmes
International wash code symbols
Operating sequence .
Maintenance .
Bodywork. . . 2.)
Detergent dispenser drawer.
Drain filter .
Water inlet filter
Something not working? .
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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DIMENSIONS Height 85cm
Width 60 cm
Depth 61cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY 220 V/60 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2200 W
MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10A
WATER PRESSURE Minimum 5 N/cm@
Maximum 80 N/cm2
MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 7 kg
Synthetics, delicate fabrics 2kg
Woollens 1kg
SPIN SPEED 1000 rpm
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WARNINGS
It is important that this instruction book be kept
with the appliance for future reference. If you sell
or give the appliance away, make sure that the
book is passed to the new owners so that they
can familiarise themselves with its operation and
relevant warnings.
The following warnings are provided in the inter-
ests of overall safety. You must read them careful-
ly before installing or using the appliance.
= When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the
Service Centre.
INSTALLATION
« All internal packing must be removed before using
the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to
the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective
transit devices are not removed or are not com-
pletely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in
the instruction book.
= Any electrical work required to install this appliance
must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
= Any plumbing work required to install this appli-
ance must be carried out by a qualified plumber.
« After having installed the machine, check that it is
not standing on its electrical supply cable.
= If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor,
ensure that air can circulate freely between the
feet and the floor.
USE
= This appliance is designed for domestic use. It
must not be used for purposes other than those for
which it was designed.
= Do not overload the appliance. Follow the instruc-
tions in this book.
= Only wash fabrics which are designed to be ma-
chine washed. Follow the instructions on each gar-
ment label.
= Make sure that all pockets are empty. Objects such
as coins, safety pins, pins and screws can cause
extensive damage.
=» Do not machine wash garments saturated with
petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc.
If such fluids have been used to remove stains
prior to washing, wait until they have completely
evaporated from the fabric before placing garments
in the appliance.
= Place smail items such as socks, belts, etc. in a
cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them getting
trapped between the drum and the tub.
= Use only the recommended quantities of fabric soften-
er. An excessive amount could damage the laundry.
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= Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the
appliance is not in use. This preserves the door
seal and prevents the formation of musty smells.
= Always check that water has emptied out befor
opening the door. If not, drain the water following
the instructions in the instruction book.
« Always unplug the appliance and shut the water
tap after use.
SERVICE/REPAIR
« In the event of a fault, do not attempt to repair the
appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperit
enced persons may cause damage.
= If repairs are needed, contact an authorised sert
vice centre and ask for genuine spare parts.
SAFETY
= This appliance is designed to be used by adults)
Children must not be allowed to touch the control
or play with the product.
= During high temperature wash cycles the glass
door becomes very hot. Do not touch it.
= Pets sometimes climb into washing machines
Check the drum before each use.
PROTECTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
= Materials marked with the ras} symbol are recy:
clable. To enable them to be recycled, they mush
be placed in the appropriate collection areas (o
containers). Check with your local authorities.
>PE<= polyethylene
>PS<= polystyrene
>PP<=polypropylene
power supply cable and make the door closin
device inoperative to avoid it becoming a deat
trap for a child.
= When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off ng

INSTALLATION
Transit devices
All transit bolts and packing must be removed before
using the appliance.
Proceed as follows:
Using a spanner, un-
screw and remove the
rear right-hand bolt and
lay the machine on its
back, taking care not to
squash the hoses. This
can be avoided by plac-
ing one of the corner
packing pieces between
the machine and the
Remove the polystyrene blocks from the underside of
the machine and release the two plastic bags by
removing the adhesive strip.
Carefully remove the right-hand bag (1) then the left-
hand bag (2) by pulling them towards the centre of the
_machine.
Set the machine upright and remove the two remain-
ing bolts from the back.
Pull out the three plastic pegs from the holes into
which the bolts were fitted.
Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find
at the back of the appliance.
Note: You are advised to keep all transit devices so
that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be
transported again.
Positioning
Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
Make sure that air circulation around the machine i
not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that ing
machine does not touch the wall or other kitche
units.
Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in o|
out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar material
under the machine to compensate for any uneven}
ness in the floor.
After having levelled the machine, tighten the lock
nuts.
Water inlet
Connect the water inlet hose to a tap with a 3/4]
thread after having inserted the small filter “A” sup}
plied with the machine.
The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too sho
and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have "
purchase a new, longer hose specially designed fo
this type of use.
The other end of the inlet hose which connects to a
machine can be turned in any direction. Simply loose!
the fitting, rotate the hose and retighten the fitting
making sure there are no water leaks.
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Water drainage
The
end
of
the
drain
hose
can
be
positioned
in
three
ways:
Hooked over the edge
of a sink using the
plastic hose guide sup-
plied with the machine.
In this case, make sure
the end cannot come
unhooked when the
machine is emptying.
This could be done by
tying it to the tap with a
piece of string or attaching it to the wall.
In
a
sink
drain
pipe
branch.
This
branch
must
be
above
the
trap
so
that
the
bend
is
at
least
60
cm
above
the
ground.
Directly
into
a
drain
pipe
at
a
height
of
not
less
than
60
cm
and
not
more
than
90
cm.
The
end
of
the
drain
hose
must
always
be
ventilated,
ie.
the
inside
diameter
of
the
drain
pipe
must
be
larg-
er
than
the
outside
diameter
of
the
drain
hose.
The
drain
hose
must
not
be
kinked.
Run
it
along
the
floor;
only
the
part
near
the
drainage
point
must
be
raised.
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Electrical connection
Before
plugging
the
appliance
into
the
wall
socket,
make
sure
that:
1.
the
mains
voltage
corresponds
to
the
voltage
given
in
the
technical
specifications:
2.
the
meter,
fuses,
mains
power
supply
and
wall
socket
can
all
take
the
maximum
load
required.
Make
sure
that
the
socket
and
plug
are
compatibl
without
having
to
use
any
type
of
adapter.
If
riscod
sary,
have
the
domestic
wiring
system
socket
replaced.
The electric cable must not be extended. if it is se
short and you do not wish to move the socket, replac
it completely with a longer cable.
Safety
standards
require
the
appliance
to
be
earthed.
The
Manufacturer
accepts
no
liability
for
failure
to
observe the above safety precautions.
Important
If the socket in your house is not earthed, you have tb
do a separate earth connection using the special
green and yellow ground wire which you can find on
the
back
of
your
appliance.
This
wire
has
to
be
cort
nected to an efficient earth.
If, instead, your domestic wiring system is alread
earthed, this wire must not be used and we sugge:
you to simply cut it off and to throw it away.

USE
Control panel
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1 Detergent dispenser drawer and pro-
gramme chart
Symbols
LU) Prewash
uy Main wash
2 Start/Stop button ©
Press this button to start the machine, press again to
interrupt a programme or switch off the power supply
to the machine.
3 Spin speed reduction button |!©
When this button is pressed, the spin speed is redu-
ced from 1000 to 850 rpm with cotton programmes.
4 Super rinse button
By pressing this button on programmes for cotton and
linen the machine will increase the water level in the
rinse phases.
This is particularly useful for people allergic to deter-
gents or with delicate skin and in areas with very soft
water.
5 Quick wash button [4]
By depressing this button on cotton and synthetic pro-
grammes _ the wash time will be reduced by approx.
10 mins. This is suitable only for garments which are
lightly soiled.
6 Anticrease button oO
Press this button to make the machine stop with water|
in the drum after the synthetic or delicate wash cycles.
This prevents any creasing which may take place if
the clothes are left damp _ in the drum. When it is con-
venient for you to empty the machine, simply press
this button again so that the machine can proceed to
drain and spin, or select the drain programme P.
If this button is not activated, the washing program-
mes will end with a short spin.
Do not press this button for woollens: wool items
should be gently spun.
7 Door open button —Q
Press to open the door.
8 “Door locked” pilot light
This light comes on when the programme starts, indi-
cating that the door is locked.
The door cannot be opened until the light goes out.
9 Temperature selector dial 9
Turn this dial to select the washing temperature.
Position 3€: cold wash.
10 Programme selector dial
To select the required programme, turn this dial
clockwise until the programme letter is exactly oppo-
site the pointer:
- red sector for cotton and linen
- blue sector for synthetics, delicate fabrics, woollens
- grey sector for extra prewash
11 Operating pilot light
This light illuminates when the machine starts operat-
ing and goes out when the start/stop button is pressed
again.
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Washing hints
Sorting the laundry
Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label
and the manufacturer’s washing instructions.
Sort the laundry as follows:
whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens.
Temperatures
95° for normally soiled white cottons and
linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths,
sheets...)
60° for normally soiled, colour fast garments
(e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas....) in
linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for
lightly soiled white cotton (e.g. under-
wear).
* (cold) for delicate items (e.g. net curtains),
30°-40°
mixed
laundry
including
synthetic
fibres
and
woollens
bearing
the
label
«pure
new
wool,
machine
washable,
non-
shrink»
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.
Make sure that no metal objects are left in the
laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins).
Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and
poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes.
Remove persistent stains before washing. Rub partic-
ularly soiled areas with a special detergent or deter-
gent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie
them up in a bag or net.
Maximum loads
Recommended loads are indicated in the programme
charts.
General rules:
cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed
synthetics: drum no more than half full
delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than
one third full
Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient
use of. water and energy.
For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.
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Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water
and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat the
prior to washing.
Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried
stains, Soak overnight in water with a special deter-
gent then rub in the soap and water.
Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remove
lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat
several times.
Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the
garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the
fingertips and a cotton cloth.
removing product used cold. Be careful with rugt
stains which are not recent since the cellulose stru¢-
ture will already have been damaged and the fabric
tends to hole.
Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a ni
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 acetone (*),
lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain:
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat
stains with methylated spirits. Remove any residual
marks from white fabrics with bleach.
Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse an
treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat an|
residual marks with bleach.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabri
first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any
residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and the
rinse thoroughly.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated
spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.
(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk
Laundry weights
The following weights are indicative:
bathrobe 1200 g
napkin 100g
quilt cover 700 g
sheet 500 g
pillow case 200 g
tablecloth 250g
towelling towel 200 g
tea cloth 100 g
night dress 200g
ladies’ briefs 100g
man’s work shirt 600 g
man’s shirt 200 g
man’s pyjamas 500g
blouse 100 g
men’s underpants 100 g

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
environment.
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
detergents
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 temperature
wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fab-
ric, or special for woollens only,
—
multi-part
detergents
for
separate
dispensing
of
detergent,
water
softener
and
bleach.
The
detergent
and
any
additives
must
be
placed
in
the
appropriate
compartments
of
the
dispenser
drawer
before
starting
the
wash
programme.
If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a
programme without prewash must be selected.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer com-
partment marked (IJ just before starting the pro-
gramme.
Any fabric softener or starching additives must be
poured into the compartment marked @ before start-
ing the wash programme.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations
on quantities to use.
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the
type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hard-
ness of the water used.
Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” 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.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions 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 washing.
Hints on how to save energy and protect
the environment
By following these hints, you will obtain economical
washing without damaging the environment:
— whenever possible, wash the maximum load far
the selected programme,
— measure out detergent according to the water
hardness, degree of soiling and quantity of laund
being washed,
- use the prewash programme only for very heavil
soiled laundry.
This new washing machine, which is fitted with the
Direct Spray System, meets all modern needs for
effective treatment of laundry with low water, ener-
gy and detergent consumption.
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ENERGETIC PROGRAMMES FOR COTTON AND LINEN
Maximum load 7 kg
bere Temp.
Type of laundry
Cycle description
Possible
4: options
A 95° Whites,
normally soiled
Wash at 95°C
Rinses
Spin
@)eal
A 60° Fast coloureds,
normally soiled
Wash at 60°C
Rinses
Spin
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°_ane | Non fast coloureds,
A | 30°-40 normally soiled
Wash at 30°-40°C
Rinses
Spin
@yeal
B+ 30°-60° Quick wash
lightly soiled
Rinses
D Special treatments
ans
Wash at 30°-60°C
Rinses
Spin
Rinses with additive
Spin
Rinse with softener
Spin
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F Spin
Drain and long spin
Q_ | 30°-40° extra prewash
Prewash at 30°-40°C
Short spin
The
temperatures
indicated
are
the
optimum
temperatures
for
each
programme
and
depend
on
the
type
of
laundry
and degree of soiling.
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GENTLE
PROGRAMMES
FOR
SYNTHETICS,
MIXED
FIBRES,
DELICATES
AND
WOOLLENS
Maximum load 2 kg, woollens 1 kg
Possible
options
Progr.
Temp.
Type
of
laundry
Cycle
description
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Wash at 60°C
Rinses
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Short spin
G 60° Synthetics
normally soiled
Wash at 30°-60°C
Rinses
Short spin
H+ 30°-60° Quick wash
lightly soiled
is
K 30°-40° Woollens &
Wash at 30°-40°C F
Rinses
Short spin
Wash at 30°-40°C
Rinses
Short spin
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L 30°-40° | Delicates
Rinses with additive
Short spin
M Rinses
Rinse with additive
Short spin
Cd);ad);ad;dadia
Special treatments
Drain and short spin
P Drain Empty out water
oan? Prewash at 30°-40°C
Q 30°-40° | Extra prewash Short epin
The
temperatures
indicated
are
the
optimum
temperatures
for
each
programme
and
depend
on
the
type
of
laundry
and
degree
of
soiling.
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Wash code symbols
These
symbols
appear
on
fabric
labels,
in
order
to
heip
you
choose
the
best
way
to
treat
your
laundry.
Energetic wash
YY
YW
Delicate wash
Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash
temperature | temperature | temperature | temperature
95°C 30°C
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Hand wash
Do not
wash
at all
A
Bleaching
Bleach in cold water
2S
Do not bleach
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lroning
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Hot iron
max 200°C
el
Warm iron
max 150°C
Lukewarm iron
la
max 110°C
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Do not iron
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Dry cleaning
®
Dry cleaning
in all solvents
®
Dry cleaning in
perchlorethylene.
R111&R113
»
petrol, pure alcohol,
©
Dry cleaning
in petrol,
pure alcohol
and R 113
(%)
Do not
dry clean:
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Drying
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Flat
fi)
On the line
A
On clothes
hanger
A high
&, temperature
CY low
Led] temperature
Tumble dry
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Do not
tumble dry
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Operating sequence
Important:
Before
washing
your
first
load
of
laundry,
we
recom-
mend
that
you
run
a
cotton
cycle
at
60°C,
with
the
machine
empty,
in
order
to
remove
any
manufactur-
ing
residue
from
the
drum
and
tub.
Pour
half
a
measure
of
detergent
into
the
main
wash
compartment
and
start
up
the
machine.
Place the laundry in the drum
Open the door by press-
ing the ={] button and
place the laundry in the
drum, one item at a time,
shaking them out as
much as possible. Close
the door.
2 Measure out the detergent
Puil out the dispenser
drawer until it stops.
Measure out the amount
of detergent recom-
mended by the manufac-
turer in a graduated cup
and pour it into the main
wash compartment (I.
If you wish to carry out
the extra prewash, pour
detergent into the appro-
priate compartment marked LJ.
3 Measure out the additive
If required, pour fabric
softener into the com-
partment marked
without exceeding the
«MAX» mark,
4 Select the required option(s)
5 Select the temperature
Turn the selector dial to
the required temperature|
setting.
required wash programme and press the start/stop
button ; the operating light and the door locked
light come on and the machine starts to operate.
7 At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically.
It is normal to have to wait for about 2 minutes before
being able to open the door to allow the safety lock to
release. The door cannot be opened until the door
lock light on the control panel goes out.
Press the start/stop button ® again and the operat-
ing pilot light goes out.
Remove the laundry.
Turn the drum by hand to make sure it is completely
empty, so as to avoid any forgotten items being dam-
aged in a subsequent wash (e.g. shrinking) or their
colour running into a load of whites.
Release any buttons which have been pressed.
Turn the water tap off and unplug the machine.
Leave the door ajar to air the machine.
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Bodywork
Clean the outside of the machine with warm water and
a neutral, non-abrasive household detergent. Rinse
with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.
_ Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or
similar products to clean the bodywork.
Detergent dispenser drawer
After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave
deposits in the drawer.
Clean the drawer from time to time by rinsing it under
a running tap. To remove the drawer from the ma-
chine, press the button in the rear left-hand corner.
To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive com-
partment can be removed.
Detergent can also
eventually accumulate
inside the drawer recess:
clean it with an old tooth-
brush. Refit the drawer
after cleaning.
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Drain filter
The drain filter collects threads and small objects
inadvertently left in the laundry. Check regularly |that
the filter is clean.
Open the filter door.
Place a container under the filter and unscrew it. Pull
out the filter.
running tap, then refit it,
screwing it fully in.
If you notice that jthe
machine is taking ete
to fill, check that the filter
in the water inlet hose is
not blocked.
Turn off the water tap|
Unscrew the hose from the
tap and remove the filter.
Clean it with a stiff brush.
Refit the filter and screw
the hose back onto the tap.

SOMETHING NOT WORKING?
Problems which you can resolve yourself
The machine does not start up:
= Check that the door is firmly closed.
= Check that the machine is plugged in and that
there is power at the socket.
= Check that the main fuse has not blown.
= Check that the programme selector knob is posi-
tioned correctly and that the start/stop button has
been pressed.
The machine does not fill:
« Check that the water tap is open.
= Check that water is coming out of the tap.
» Check that the inlet hose is not squashed or
kinked.
« Check that the filter in the inlet hose is not blocked.
= Check that the door is closed.
The machine fills then empties immedi-
ately :
= The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to rele-
vant paragraph in “water drainage” section.
The machine does not empty and/or does
not spin:
= Check that the drain hose is not squashed or
kinked.
« The drain filter is blocked. Clean it.
= The anticrease option has been selected.
There is water on the floor:
= Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (cre-
ates too much foam) has been used.
= 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 that the drain hose is not damaged.
« Check that the drain filter has been refitted correct-
ly after cleaning.
Unsatisfactory washing results
« Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has
been used.
= Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to
washing.
= The correct temperature was not selected.
The machine vibrates or is noisy:
= Check that all the transit bolts and packing have
been removed.
= Check that the machine is not resting against any-
thing. :
= Check that the support feet are resting firmly on
the ground and that the lock nuts are securely
tightened.
= Check that the laundry is evenly distributed in the
drum.
= Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.
The door will not open:
= The programme is still running.
= The door lock has not yet been released. The door
cannot be opened until the door lock tight has gone
out.
If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, con-
tact our service centre. Before telephoning, make a
note of the model, serial number and purchase date of
your machine: the Service Centre will require this
information.
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