Indesit WIA 101 User manual

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English,1
Contents
Installation, 2-3-4-5
Unpacking and levelling, 2
Electric and water connections, 2-3
The first wash cycle, 4
Technical details, 5
Washing machine description, 6-7
Control panel, 6
eds, 7
Starting and rogrammes, 8
Briefly: how to start a programme, 8
Programme table, 8
ersonalisations, 9
Setting the temperature, 9
Functions, 9
Detergents and laundry, 10
Detergent dispenser, 10
Preparing your laundry, 10
Special items, 10
recautions and advice, 11
General safety, 11
Disposal, 11
Saving energy and respecting the environment, 11
Care and maintenance, 12
Cutting off the water or electricity supply, 12
Cleaning your appliance, 12
Cleaning the detergent dispenser, 12
Caring for your appliance door and drum, 12
Cleaning the pump, 12
Checking the water inlet hose, 12
Troubleshooting, 13
Service and Guarantee, 14-15-16
Before calling for Assistance, 14
Guarantee, 15-16
WASHING MACHINE
WIA 101
Instructions for use
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Installation
Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold,
transferred or moved, make sure the instruction
manual accompanies the washing machine to inform
the new owner as to its operation and features.
Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital
information on installation, use and safety.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Unpack the washing machine.
2. Check whether the washing machine has been
damaged during transport. If this is the case, do not
install it and contact your retailer.
3. Remove the 3
protective screws and
the rubber bush with
the respective spacer,
situated on the rear of
the appliance (see also
the installation leaflet).
NB:The plastic spacers
may fall down inside the
machine once the bolt
has been removed, and will not interfere with the
operation of the machine.
4. Seal the gaps using the plastic plugs provided.
5. Keep all the parts: you will need them again if the
washing machine needs to be moved to another
location.
Packaging materials are not children's toys.
Levelling
Your machine may make a considerable amount of noise
if the two front feet have not been adjusted correctly.
1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor,
without resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets
or other.
2. If the floor is not
perfectly level, compen-
sate for any unevenness
by tightening or
loosening the adjustable
front feet (see figure);
the angle of inclination,
measured according to
the worktop, must not
exceed 2°.
evelling your appliance correctly will provide it with
stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and shifting
during operation. If it is placed on a fitted or loose
carpet, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow
enough room for ventilation beneath the washing
machine.
Electric and water connections
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Insert seal A into the
end of the inlet hose
and screw the latter
onto a cold water tap
with a 3/4 gas threaded
mouth (see figure).
Before making the
connection, allow the
water to run freely until
it is perfectly clear.
2. Connect the other end
of the water inlet hose to
the washing machine,
screwing it onto the
appliance's cold water
inlet, situated on the top
right-hand side on the
rear of the appliance
(see figure).
3. Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the
hose.
The water pressure at the tap must be within the
values indicated in the Technical details table
(on the next page).
If the water inlet hose is not long enough, contact
a specialist store or an authorised serviceman.
Ensure that the supply taps are allowing water
through. Old taps may seize in the closed position
and thus prevent water reaching the machine.
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Connecting the drain hose
Connect the drain hose,
without bending it, to a
draining duct or a wall
drain situated between
65 and 100 cm from
the floor;
The drain hose may be
connected to an
under-sink trap. Before
connecting the drain
hose from the machine
ensure that any blanks
or removable ends
have been taken off
the spigot.
If it is place over the
edge of a basin or sink
be sure the free end of
the hose should not be
underwater.
 We advise against the use of hose extensions; in
case of absolute need, the extension must have the
same diameter as the original hose and must not
exceed 150 cm in length.
Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a
standpipe, that the end does not go down more
than 15cms (6 inches). If the hose is pushed down
too far, this may cause the machine to self -syphon
ie. continuously empty as it is filling.
Electric connection
Before plugging the appliance into the mains
socket, make sure that:
 the socket is earthed and in compliance with the
applicable law;
 the socket is able to sustain the appliance's
maximum power load indicated in the Technical
details table (see page 5);
 the supply voltage is included within the values i
ndicated on the Technical details table
(see page 5);
 the socket is compatible with the washing
machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace
the socket or the plug.
Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused
plug it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for
immediate use. Before using the appliance please
read the instructions below.
WARNING - THIS APP IANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THE FO OWING OPERATIONS SHOU D BE
CARRIED OUT BY A QUA IFIED E ECTRICIAN.
Replacing the fuse:
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA
approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used,
and the fuse cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is lost,
the plug must not be used until a replacement is
obtained.
Replacement fuse covers:
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of
the correct colour as indicated by the coloured
marking or the colour that is embossed in words on
the base of the plug. Replacements can be obtained
directly from your nearest Service Depot.
Removing the plug:
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug
and you should wish to re-route the mains cable
through partitions, units etc., please ensure that
either:
the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere re-
wearable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.
or:
the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable
outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with
BS 5733) which is accessible without moving the
appliance.
Disposing of the plug:
Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you
make the pins unusable so that it cannot be
accidentally inserted into a socket.
Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug:
Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured
in accordance with the following code:
Green & Yellow Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live
65 - 100 cm
Where it connects
to the waste water
pipe cut end off
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As the colours of the wires in the lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifyng
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E
or or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or
coloured Red.
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured
Black.
If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted
with a
13 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the
distribution board.
If you are in any doubt the electrical supply to your
machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.
How to connect an alternative plug:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
BLUE NEUTRAL (N)
BROWN LIVE (L)
GREEN & YELLOW EARTH (E)
Disposing of the appliance:
When disposing of the appliance please remove the
plug by cutting the mains cable as close as possible
to the plug body and dispose of it as described
above.
 The washing machine should not be installed in an
outdoor environment, not even when the area is
sheltered, because it may be very dangerous to
leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms.
 When the washing machine is installed, the mains
socket must be within easy reach.
 Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.
 The power supply cable must never be bent or
dangerously compressed.
 The power supply cable must only be replaced by
an authorised serviceman.
Warning! The company denies all liability if and when
these norms are not respected.
The first wash cycle
Once the appliance has been installed, and before
you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle with
detergent and no laundry, setting the 90°C
programme without a pre-wash cycle.
GREEN &
YELLOW
BROWN
BLUE
13 ampere fuse
CROSS-BAR
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Technical details
Model WIA 101
Dimensions
59.5 cm wide
85 cm high
52,5 cm deep
Capacity from 1 to 5 kg
Electric
connections
please refer to the technical data plate
fixed to the machine
Water
connections
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 46 litres
Spin speed up to 1000 rpm
Control
programmes
according to EN
60456 directive
programme 3; temperature 60°C;
run with a load of 5 kg.
This appliance is compliant with the
following European Community
Directives:
- 73/23/CEE of 19/02/73 ( ow
Voltage) and subsequent amendments
- 89/336/CEE of 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent amendments
- 2002/96/CE
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Washing machine description
Control panel
Detergent dispenser
TEM ERATURE
Knob
ROGRAMME/
ON-OFF
Knob
Leds
FUNCTION
Buttons
DOOR
LOCK
ed
Detergent dispenser: to add detergent and fabric
softener (see page 10).
LEDS: to find out the wash cycle progress.
FUNCTION buttons: to select the functions
available. The button corresponding to the function
selected will remain on.
TEM ERATURE knob: to set the temperature or
the cold wash cycle (see page 9).
DOOR LOCK ed: to find out whether the washing
machine is on and if the appliance door can be
opened (see page 7).
START/ AUSE button: starts or temporarily
interrupts programmes.
N.B.: once the programme has started pressing this
button will stop the cycle and only the LED for the
cycle phase in progress will light up. After about 1
minute you will be able to open the door (when the
DOOR LOCK led switches off). If the DOOR LOCK
led stays lit it means that there is something that
needs to be checked before the door is opened
(e.g.: there is water in the tub or the temperature of
the water is too high).
Pressing the button again restarts the programme
from the point at which it was interrupted.
ROGRAMME/ON-OFF knob: sets the desired
programme (see page 8) and switches the machine
on or off.
The knob stays still during the cycle.
START/
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DOOR LOCK led:
If this ED is on, the appliance door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally; to avoid any damages,
wait for the ED to flash before you open the appliance door.
 The rapid flashing of the DOOR OCK ed together with the flashing of at least one other ED indicates there is
an abnormality. Call for Technical Assistance (see page 13).
Leds
The EDS provide important information.
This is what they can tell you:
Cycle progress:
During the wash cycle, the EDs gradually illuminate
on to indicate the cycle progress:
Prewash/Wash
Rinse
Spin cycle
Note: during draining, the ED corresponding to the
Spin cycle phase will be turned on.
Function buttons
The FUNCTION BUTTONS also act like EDS.
When a function is selected, the corresponding
button is illuminated.
If the function selected is incompatible with the
programme set, the button will flash and the
function will not be enabled.
If you set a function that is incompatible with
another function you selected previously, only the
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Type of fabric and degree of soil Program-
mes
Wash
temperat.
Detergent Fabric
softener
Cycle
length
(min tes)
Description of wash cycle
Pre-
wash Wash
Cotton
Extremely soiled whites
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 1Max    160 Pre-wash, wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Extremely soiled whites
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 2Max   143 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate
and final spin cycles
Heavily soiled whites and fast
colours 360°C   127 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate
and final spin cycles
Slightly soiled whites and delicate
colours (shirts, jumpers, etc.) 440°C   85 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate
and final spin cycles
Synthetics
Heavily soiled fast colours
(baby linen, etc.) 560°C   92 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-crease or delicate spin cycle
Heavily soiled fast colours
(baby linen, etc.) 650°C   86 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-crease or

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ersonalisations
Setting the temperature
Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Programme table on page 8).
The temperature can be lowered, or even set to a cold wash ( ).
Functions
To enable a function:
1. press the button corresponding to the desired function, according to the table below;
2. the function is enabled when the corresponding button is illuminated.
Note: The rapid flashing of the button indicates that the corresponding function cannot be selected for the
programme set.
F nction Effect Comments Enabled with
programmes:
Rapid
wash
Cuts the duration
of the wash cycle
by 30%.
1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7
Anti-
crease
This option
reduces the
amount of
creasing on
fabrics, making
them easier to
iron.
When this function is set, programmes 5, 6, 7, 9, 10 will end with
the laundry left to soak (Anti-crease) and the Rinse cycle phase
ED will flash.
- to conclude the cycle, press the START/PAUSE button;
- to run the draining cycle alone, set the knob to the relative
symbol and press the START/PAUSE button.
5, 6, 7, 9, 10,
Delicate
Rinse cycle.
 The machine has an intelligent built in check for out of balance loads. To let protect your machine it may reduce the
final spin speed if an unbalanced load is detected.
The balancing attempts may extend the total duration of the cycle, up to a maximum of 10 minutes.

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Detergent dispenser
Good washing results also depend on the correct
dose of detergent: adding too much detergent won't
necessarily make for a more efficient wash, and may
in fact cause build up on the interior of your
appliance and even pollute the environment.
Open up the detergent
dispenser and pour in
the detergent and fabric
softener, as follows.
compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash
(powder)
compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle
(powder or liquid)
iquid detergent should only be poured in
immediately prior to the wash cycle start.
compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)
The fabric softener should not overflow from the grid.
 Do not use hand wash detergent because it may
form too much foam.
reparing your laundry
 Divide your laundry according to:
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label.
- the colours: separate coloured garments from
whites.
 Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons.
 Do not exceed the weight limits stated below,
which refer to the weight when dry:
Sturdy fabrics: max 5 kg
Synthetic fabrics: max 2.5 kg
Delicate fabrics: max 2 kg
Wool: max 1 kg
How much does your laundry weigh?
1 sheet 400-500 g
1 pillow case 150-200 g
1 tablecloth 400-500 g
1 bathrobe 900-1,200 g
1 towel 150-250 g
Special items
Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow
case or mesh bag. Wash them separately without
exceeding half the appliance load. Use programme
10 which excludes the spin cycle automatically.
Quilted coats and windbreakers: if they are
padded with goose or duck down, they can be
machine-washed. Turn the garments inside out and
load a maximum of 2-3 kg, repeating the rinse cycle
once or twice and using the delicate spin cycle.
Trainers: remove any mud. They can be washed
together with jeans and other tough garments, but
not with whites.
Wool: for best results, use a specific detergent,
taking care not to exceed a load of 1 kg.
Detergents and laundry