Electrolux EW 813 F Quick guide

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Vaskemaskin
Tvättmaskin
Pesukone
Washing machine
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EW 813 F
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Instruction booklet
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Vaskemaskin EW 813 F
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Pesukone
Washing machine
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Your new washing machine
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This new washing machine meets all requirements for
a modern washing of laundry with reduced
consumption of water, energy and detergent.
■The temperature selector dial allows you to
choose personally the suitable washing
temperature for your laundry.
■The automatic cooling of the washing water
before draining prevents the temperature of the
water from deforming the plastic pipes of your
drainage system.
Ecological hints
In order to obtain water and energy savings and to
protect the environment, we advice you to follow
these instructions:
■Always wash full loads for maximum savings.
Do not overload the appliance.
■Use a programme with prewash only for heavy
soiled items.
■Measure out detergent according to the water
hardness, degree of soiling and quantity of laundry
being washed.
Protection of the environment
■Materials marked with the symbol are
recyclable.
To enable them to be recycled, they must be placed
in the appropriate collection areas (or containers).
Check with your local authorities.
>PE<= polyethylene
>PS<= polystyrene
>PP<=polypropylene
■When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the
power supply cable and make the door closing
device inoperative to avoid it becoming a death
trap for a child.
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Contents
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Important information...........................56
Description of the appliance..............57
■Detergent dispenser drawer................................57
Technical specifications..........................57
Installation.......................................................58
■Unpacking ..........................................................58
■Positioning..........................................................59
■Water inlet ..........................................................59
■Water drainage....................................................59
■Electrical connection..........................................59
Use........................................................................60
■Control panel .....................................................60
■Description of the controls.................................61
■Washing hints.....................................................61
Sorting the laundry........................................61
Temperatures.................................................61
Before loading the laundry............................61
Maximum loads.............................................61
Removing stains............................................61
Laundry weights............................................61
Detergents and additives ...............................62
■International wash code symbols .......................63
■Washing programmes....................................64-65
■Operating sequence.......................................66-67
Maintenance...................................................68
■Bodywork...........................................................68
■Detergent dispenser drawer................................68
■Drain filter..........................................................68
■Water inlet filter..................................................69
■The dangers of freezing......................................69
Something not working....................70-71

Important Information
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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 interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before
installing or using the appliance.
Installation
■When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the
Service Centre.
■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
completely 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
appliance 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
adjustable 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
instructions in the instruction book.
■Only wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. Follow the instructions on each
garment 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 small 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
softener. An excessive amount could damage the
laundry.
■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 before
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.
Safety
■This appliance is designed to be used by adults.
Children must not be allowed to touch the controls
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.
Service/repair
■In the event of a fault, do not attempt to repair the
appliance yourself. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons may cause damage.
■If repairs are needed, contact an authorised service
centre and ask for genuine spare parts.

Description of the appliance
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01 Detergent dispenser drawer
02 Programme chart
03 ON/OFF button
04 Option buttons
05 Door opening button
06 Temperature selector dial
07 Programme selector dial
08 Operating pilot light
09 Drain filter
10 Adjustable feet
Detergent dispenser drawer
Prewash
Main wash
Fabric softener
10
2
7
6
5
3
1
4
8
9
P0875
Technical specifications
DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm
Width 60 cm
Depth 54 cm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY 220-230V/50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2200 W
MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10 A
WATER PRESSURE Minimum 5 N/cm2
Maximum 80 N/cm2
MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 4.5 kg
Synthetics, delicate fabrics 2.0 kg
Woollens 1.0 kg
SPIN SPEED 850 rpm
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Installation
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Unpacking
You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they
can be refitted if the machine ever has to be
transported again.
1. Using a spanner, unscrew 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 placing one of the corner packing
pieces between the machine and the floor.
2. Remove the polystyrene blocks from the bottom of
the machine and release the two plastic bags by
removing the adhesive strip.
3. Carefully remove the right-hand bag (1) then the
left-hand bag (2) by pulling them towards the
centre of the machine.
4. Set the machine upright and remove the two
remaining bolts from the back.
5. Pull out the three plastic spacers from the holes
into which the bolts were fitted.
6. Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will
find at the back of the appliance.
Positioning
Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
Make sure that air circulation around the machine is
not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the
machine does not touch the wall or other kitchen
units.
Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or
out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials
under the machine to compensate for any
unevenness in the floor.
P0255
P0802
P0233
21
P0256
P0020
P1051
All transit bolts and packing must be
removed before using the appliance.

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Water inlet
Connect the water inlet hose to a tap with a 3/4"
thread after having inserted the small filter “A”
supplied with the machine.
The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the
machine can be turned in any direction. Simply loosen
the fitting, rotate the hose and retighten the fitting,
making sure there are no water leaks.
The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short
and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to
purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for
this type of use.
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 supplied 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,
i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger
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.
Electrical connection
This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V,
single-phase, 50 Hz supply.
Check that your domestic electrical installation can
take the maximum load required (2.2 kW), also taking
into account any other appliances in use.
Connect the machine to an earthed socket.
A
P0003
P0022
P0023
P0021
The manufacturer declines any
responsibility for damage or injury through
failure to comply with the above safety
precaution.

Use
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Control panel
Description of the controls
1 Programme chart
There is a programme guide in symbols inside the
handle of the detergent dispenser drawer.
2 On/Off button
Press this button to start the machine: the «pilot» light
will come on. The same button is used to switch the
machine off.
Before selecting a programme or changing an
ongoing programme the machine must be switched
off by depressing the same button.
3 Spin reduction button
By depressing this button the spin speed is reduced as
follows:
- programmes for cotton and linen: from 850 to
400 rpm;
-programmes for synthetics, delicates and wool:
from 750 to 400 rpm.
4 Half load button
Depress this button when washing a half load of
cotton or linen items (max. 2,25 kg): the machine will
carry out 2 rinses instead of 3, thus saving water.
5 Rinse hold button
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
convenient for you to empty the machine, simply
press this button again so that the machine can
proceed to drain and spin, or turn the dial to the drain
programme “N”.
6 Door opening button
Press it to open the door.
7 Temperature selector dial
Turn this dial to select the washing temperature.
Position = cold wash.
8 Programme selector dial
To select the required programme, turn this dial
clockwise until the programme letter is exactly
opposite the pointer.
9 Operating pilot light
This light is on whilst the machine is operating and
goes out at the end of the programme.
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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.
underwear).
(cold)
30°-40° for delicate items (e.g. net curtains),
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
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.
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.
Laundry weights
The following weights are indicative:
bathrobe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1200 g
napkin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 g
quilt cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .700 g
sheet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500 g
pillow case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 g
tablecloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .250 g
towelling towel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 g
tea cloth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 g
night dress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 g
ladies’ briefs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 g
man’s work shirt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .600 g
man’s shirt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 g
man’s pyjamas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .500 g
blouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 g
men’s underpants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100 g
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.
Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, 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.
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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 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 (*), then with acetic acid; treat any
residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then
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
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
fabric, or special for woollens only.
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
compartment marked just before starting the
programme.
Any fabric softener or starching additives must be
poured into the compartment marked before
starting 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
hardness 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.

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Wash code symbols
These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry.
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Energetic wash
Delicate wash
Max. wash
temperature
95°C
Max. wash
temperature
60°C
Max. wash
temperature
40°C
Max. wash
temperature
30°C Hand wash Do not
wash
at all
Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach
Ironing Hot iron
max 200°C Warm iron max 150°C Lukewarm iron max 110°C Do not iron
Dry cleaning Dry cleaning
in all solvents Dry cleaning in perchlorethylene,
petrol, pure alcohol,
R 111 & R 113
Dry cleaning
in petrol,
pure alcohol
and R 113
Do not
dry clean
Drying Flat On the line On clothes
hanger Tumble dry
high
temperature
low
temperature
Do not
tumble dry
A
P
F
95
60
60
40
40
40
30
30

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Energetic programmes for cotton and linen
Maximum load: 4.5 kg
Progr.
A
Temp. Type of laundry Cycle description Possible
options
60°-95°
Whites
with prewash
(heavy soiled)
Prewash
Wash at 60°-95°C
4 rinses
Spin
BWhites
without prewash
(normally soiled)
Wash at 60°-95°C
4 rinses
Spin
B(*) Coloureds
without prewash
(normally soiled)
Wash at 40°-60°C
4 rinses
Spin
C
Rinses 4 rinses with liquid additive, if required
Spin
D
Spin
F
Wash at 30°-40°C
4 rinses
Spin
30°-40°
Quick wash
(lightly soiled)
The temperatures indicated are the optimum temperatures for each programme and depend on the type of
laundry and degree of soiling.
(*) Consumptions for a full load of cotton at 60°C (progr. B):
water litres 59
energy kWh 1.15
time mins 130
Drain and spin
60°-95°
40°-60°

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30°-40°
Woollens
Gentle programmes for synthetics, mixed fibres, delicates and
woollens
Maximum load: 2 kg, woollens: 1 kg
Progr. Temp. Type of laundry Cycle description Possible
options
G
40°-60°
Synthetics
with prewash
(heavy soiled)
Prewash
Wash at 40°-60°C
3 rinses
Short spin
H
40°-60°
Synthetics
without prewash
(normally soiled)
Wash at 30°-40°C
3 rinses
Short spin
J
Wash at 40°-60°C
3 rinses
Short spin
Rinses 3 rinses with fabric softener
Short spin
K
M
Drain
The temperatures indicated are the optimum temperatures for each programme and depend on the type of
laundry and degree of soiling.
L
Delicate fabrics - Silk
30°-40°
Wash at 30°-40°C
3 rinses
Short spin
N
Short spin

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Operating sequence
Before washing your first load of laundry, we
recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with
the machine empty, in order to remove any
manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash
compartment and start up the machine.
1. Place the laundry in the drum
Open the door.
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
Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops.
Measure out the amount of detergent recommended by
the manufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into
the main wash compartment . If you wish to carry
out a prewash, pour detergent into the appropriate
compartment marked .
3. Measure out the additives
If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment
marked without exceeding the «MAX» mark.
4. Select the desired option(s)
5. Select the temperature
Turn the selector dial to the required temperature
setting.
6. Select the programme and start it
Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the
required wash programme and press the start/stop
button : the operating pilot light comes on and the
machine starts to operate.
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P0876 P0877
P0917
B
P0033
P0880
95°

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7. At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically, the operating pilot
light goes out.
If you have selected a gentle programme with the
anticrease option ,drain the water before opening
the door.
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.
Press the start/stop button .
Remove the laundry.
Turn the drum by hand to make sure it is completely
empty, so as to avoid any forgotten items being
damaged 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.

Maintenance
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P0879
P0038
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
machine, press the button in the rear left-hand corner.
To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive
compartments can be removed.
Detergent can also eventually accumulate inside the
drawer recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit
the drawer after cleaning.
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.
Clean the filter under a running tap, then refit it,
screwing it fully in.
P0878
P0011
P0132
P0133
P0040

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Water inlet filter
If you notice that the machine is taking longer 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.
The dangers of freezing
If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0°C,
certain precautions should be taken.
■Turn off the water tap.
■Unscrew the inlet hose.
■Unhook the drain hose from the rear support
and position the end of this hose and that of
the inlet hose in a bowl. Run the draining
programme until the selector dial is in the “Stop”
position.
■Disconnect the appliance.
■Screw the inlet hose and reposition the drain hose.
■When you intend to start the machine up again,
make sure that the room temperature is above 0°C.
P0041

Something not working
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Problems which you can resolve yourself
■Problem Possible cause
■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 dial is
positioned correctly and that the start/stop button
has been depressed.
■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 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.
■The wash load is unbalanced.
Redistribute the clothes inside the drum to allow
the machine to spin.
■There is water on the floor: ■Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent
(creates 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
correctly 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 fills then empties
immediately ■The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to
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Mod. ..........
Prod. No. ...........
Ser. No. .........
Mod.
..........
Ser.
P0042
■Problem Possible cause
■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
anything.
■Check that the support feet are resting firmly on
the ground.
■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.
If you are unable to identify or solve the problem,
contact 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.