Gorenje W8543C Operating and maintenance manual

EN
DETAILED
INSTRUCTIONS
HOW TO USE YOUR
WASHING MACHINE

We thank you for your trust
and the purchase of our washing
machine.
Your new washing machine complies
with the requirements of modern
laundry care. Your laundry will
be impeccably white even at low
temperatures, owing to special
washing programs like Ultra White.
SensoCare technology allows simple
control of the washing machine.
Your washing machine is highly
economical when it comes to use of
power, water, and detergent.
The washing machine is intended
exclusively for use in households, for
washing the laundry that is indicated
as machine washable.
It is essential to read these instructions.

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Table of contents
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STEPS OF THE
WASHING
PROCESS
CLEANING &
MAINTENANCE
OF THE
APPLIANCE
INTRODUCTION
TROUBLE-
SHOOTING
PREPARING
THE APPLIANCE
FOR THE FIRST
USE
OTHER
4 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
10 WASHING MACHINE
11 Technical information
12 Front panel
14 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION
14 Removal of transport brackets
15 Selecting the room
15 Installation
17 Water inlet connection
18 Aqua-stop
18 Total aqua - stop
19 Water outlet connection
20 Connect the appliance to the mains supply
21 Moving and transport
21 Subsequent transport
22 BEFORE THE USE
23 WASHING STEPS (1 - 7)
23 1. Step: Check the tags on your laundry
24 2. Step: Preparing the washing process
26 3. Step: Choosing a programme
29 4. Step: Choosing the settings
31 5. Step: Selecting additional functions
33 6. Step: Program start
33 7. Step: End of washing program
34 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
34 Cleaning the detergent dispenser
35 Cleaning the dispenser housing, inlet hose screen and door rubber
gasket
36 Cleaning the filter
37 Cleaning the washing machine
38 INERRUPTING AND CHANCHING THE PROGRAM
40 What to do ...?
41 Troubleshooting table
43 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR WASHING AND ECONOMIC USE YOUR
WASHING MACHINE
45 Grandma's advice for natural stain removal
47 DISPOSAL
48 TYPICAL CONSUMPTION TABLE

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Please, do not use the washing machine without
reading and understanding these instructions or use
first.
Be sure to remove transport brackets prior first use
of the appliance. Attempted operation of the blocked
machine may result in irreparable damage which is not
covered by the manufacturer’s warranty!
When connecting your washing machine to water
supply, be sure to use the supplied water inlet hose
and sealing gaskets.
Failure to observe the instructions for use or
inappropriate use of the washing machine may result in
damage to the laundry or machine, or injury to the user.
Keep the instructions for use handy, near the washing
machine.
Do not install the machine in a room where
temperature can drop below 0°C. Parts of the machine
may be damaged if the water inside them freezes.
Install the washing machine in a perfectly horizontal
position, on solid flat (concrete) floor.

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Follow the instructions for correct installation and
water and mains connections (see chapter "Installation
and connections").
Never immerse the end of the drain hose into the
draining water.
Prior starting the washing cycle lock the door by
pressing them at the designed spot.
Door may not be open during the washing cycle.
We recommend running the self-cleaning program
before the first wash in order to remove any impurities
from the washing machine drum. (See chapter on”
Selecting additional functions”.
Use only detergents and softeners for machine wash.
Manufacturer may not assume responsibility for any
damage and eventual discolouring of gaskets and
plastic components as a consequence of incorrect use
of bleach and/or colouring agents.
For removal of lime residues use such agents with
added anti-corrosion agents. Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions. Finish the lime removal by multiple rinsing
to remove completely eventual acid residues (e.g.
vinegar etc.).

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Never use detergents containing solvents, since there
is a danger of creating toxic gasses which may damage
the machine and result in ignition or explosion.
This product does not release silver ions during the
washing cycle.
Upon completion of the washing cycle, close the water
faucet and unplug the mains cord.
Before transporting the machine after it has been
used, block the drum by inserting at least one transport
blocking rod. Disconnect the appliance from the mains
power before inserting the rod!
Rating plate with basic information is located above
the opening of the machine.
Leave any repairs and similar tasks on the washing
machine to an expert. Unprofessional repair may result
in an accident or major malfunction.

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The warranty shall not apply to consumables, minor
discoloration or deviations of colour, increased noise
level as a consequence of appliance age, which does
not affect appliance functionality, and aesthetical
deficiencies which do not affect appliance functionality
or safety.
The appliance is intended exclusively for use in
households. If the appliance is used for professional
purposes, for profit, or for purposes beyond regular
use in a household, or if appliance is used by a person
who is not a consumer, the warranty period equals the
shortest warranty period possible as stipulated by the
relevant legislation.

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Children under 3 years should be kept away from the
machine unless they are not constantly supervised at
all times.
The appliance is manufactured in compliance with all
relevant safety standards.
This appliance can be used by children aged from 8
years and above and persons with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience
and knowledge if they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be made by children without
supervision.

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BEFORE CONNECTING THE WASHING MACHINE
Carefully read the instructions for use
before connecting the washing machine.
Repair or any warranty claim resulting
from incorrect connection or use of the
washing machine shall not be covered by
the warranty.
The appliance is to be connected to the
water mains using new hose-sets and
that old hosesets should not be reused.
To avoid hazard, damaged power
cord may only be replaced by the
manufacturer, authorized service
technician, or other authorized person.

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WASHING MACHINE
(WASHING MACHINE DESCRIPTION)
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3
4
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2
3
4
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FRONT
1 Front panel
2 Dispenser
3 Door
4 Filter
BACK
1 Water inlet pipe
2 Power cord
3 Water discharge pipe
4 Adjustable feet