Indesit WIL 101 User manual

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English
Contents
Installation, 14-15
Unpacking and levelling
Electric and water connections
The first wash cycle
Technical details
Washing machine description, 16-17
Control panel
Leds
Starting and rogrammes, 18
Briefly: how to start a programme
Programme table
ersonalisations, 19
Setting the temperat re
F nctions
Detergents and laundry, 20
Detergent dispenser
Bleach cycle
Preparing yo r la ndry
Special items
recautions and advice, 21
General safety
Disposal
Saving energy and respecting the environment
Care and maintenance, 22
C tting off the water or electricity s pply
Cleaning yo r appliance
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
Caring for yo r appliance door and dr m
Cleaning the p mp
Checking the water inlet hose
Troubleshooting, 23
Service, 24
Before calling for Assistance
WASHING MACHINE
WIL 101
Instructions for use
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Installation
Keep this instr ction man al in a safe place for
f t re reference. Sho ld the appliance be sold,
transferred or moved, make s re the instr ction
man al accompanies the washing machine to inform
the new owner as to its operation and feat res.
Read these instr ctions caref lly: they contain vital
information on installation, se and safety.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Unpack the washing machine.
2. Check whether the washing machine has been
damaged d ring transport. If this is the case, do not
install it and contact yo r retailer.
3. Remove the 3
protective screws and
the r bber washer with
the respective spacer,
sit ated on the rear of
the appliance (see
figure).
4. Seal the gaps sing the plastic pl gs provided.
5. Keep all the parts: yo will need them again if the
washing machine needs to be moved to another
location.
Packaging materials are not children's toys.
Levelling
1. Install the washing machine on a flat st rdy floor,
witho t resting it p against walls, f rnit re cabinets
or other.
2. If the floor is not
perfectly level, compen-
sate for any nevenness
by tightening or
loosening the adj stable
front feet (see figure);
the angle of inclination,
meas red according to
the worktop, m st not
exceed 2°.
Levelling yo r appliance correctly will provide it with
stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and shifting
d ring operation. If it is placed on a fitted or loose
carpet, adj st the feet in s ch a way as to allow
eno gh room for ventilation beneath the washing
machine.
Electric and water connections
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Connect the s pply
pipe to the water mains
sing a gas 3/4
attachment, fitting the
r bber gasket and the
filter s pplied with the
appliance and ens ring
that they are fimly
tightened to the taps.
The water s pply marked
C m st be connected to the cold water tap; the pipe
marked H m st be connected to the hot water tap.
Both pipes may be connected to the cold water tap
sing the special Y connection with m ltiple
attachments, s pplied with the appliance (see figure).
Before making the connection, allow the water to r n
freely ntil it is perfectly clear.
Warning: clean the filters regularly by rinsing it
under running water.
2. Connect the other end
of the water inlet hose to
the washing machine,
screwing it onto the
appliance's cold water
inlet, sit ated on the top
right-hand side on the
rear of the appliance
(see figure).
3. Make s re there are no kinks or bends in the
hose.
The water press re at the tap m st be within the
val es indicated in the Technical details table
(on the next page).
If the water inlet hose is not long eno gh, contact
a specialist store or an a thorised serviceman.
Never se hoses that have already been sed.

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Connecting the drain hose
Connect the drain hose,
witho t bending it, to a
draining d ct or a wall
drain sit ated between
65 and 100 cm from
the floor;
alternatively, place it
over the edge of a
basin, sink or t b,
fastening the d ct
s pplied to the tap (see
figure). The free end of
the hose sho ld not be
nderwater.
 We advise against the se of hose extensions; in
case of absol te need, the extension m st have the
same diameter as the original hose and m st not
exceed 150 cm in length.
Electric connection
Before pl gging the appliance into the mains
socket, make s re that:
 the socket is earthed and in compliance with the
applicable law;
 the socket is able to s stain the appliance's
maxim m power load indicated in the Technical
details table (on the right);
 the s pply voltage is incl ded within the val es i
ndicated on the Technical details table
(on the right);
 the socket is compatible with the washing
machine's pl g. If this is not the case, replace
the socket or the pl g.
 The washing machine sho ld not be installed in an
o tdoor environment, not even when the area is
sheltered, beca se it may be very dangero s to
leave it exposed to rain and th nderstorms.
 When the washing machine is installed, the mains
socket m st be within easy reach.
 Do not se extensions or m ltiple sockets.
 The power s pply cable m st never be bent or
dangero sly compressed.
 The power s pply cable m st only be replaced by
an a thorised 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
yo se it for the first time, r n a wash cycle with
detergent and no la ndry, setting the 90°C
programme witho t a pre-wash cycle.
65 - 100 cm
Technical details
Model WIL 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
maxim m press re 1 MPa (10 bar)
minim m press re 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
dr m capacity 46 litres
Spin speed p to 1000 rpm
Control
programmes
according to
EN 60456
directive
programme 2; temperat re 60°C;
r n with a load of 5 kg.
This appliance is compliant with the
following E ropean Comm nity
Directives:
- 89/336/CEE of 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
s bseq ent amendments
- 2006/95/CE (Low Voltage)
TS 2004 EN 60335-2-7

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Washing machine description
Control panel
Detergent dispenser
ON-OFF
B tton
START/RESET
B tton
TEM ERATURE
Knob
ROGRAMME
Knob
Leds
FUNCTION
B ttons
ON-OFF/
DOOR
LOCK
Led
Detergent dispenser: to add detergent and fabric
softener (see page 20).
LEDS: to find o t which wash cycle phase is nder
way.
FUNCTION b ttons: to select the f nctions
available. The b tton corresponding to the f nction
selected will remain on.
TEM ERATURE knob: to set the temperat re or
the cold wash cycle (see page 19).
START/RESET b tton: to start the programmes or
cancel any incorrect settings.
ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK Led: to find o t whether the
washing machine is on and if the appliance door can
be opened (see page 17).
ON/OFF b tton: to t rn the washing machine on
and off.
ROGRAMME knob: to select the wash
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ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK led
If this LED is on, the appliance door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally; to avoid any damages,
wait for the LED to flash before yo open the appliance door.
 The rapid flashing of the ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK Led together with the flashing of at least one other LED indicates
there is an abnormality (see page 23).
Leds
The LEDS provide important information.
This is what they can tell yo :
Cycle phase under way:
D ring the wash cycle, the LEDs grad ally ill minate
on to indicate the cycle phase nder way:
Prewash
Wash
Rinse
Spin cycle
Note: d ring draining, the LED corresponding to the
Spin cycle phase will be t rned on.
Function buttons
The FUNCTION BUTTONS also act like LEDS.
When a f nction is selected, the corresponding
b tton is ill minated.
If the f nction selected is incompatible with the
programme set, the b tton will flash and the
f nction will not be enabled.
If yo set a f nction that is incompatible with
another f nction yo selected previo sly, only the
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Type of fabric and
degree of soil Programmes Te m p e - rature
Detergent Fabric
softener
Stain removal
option/bleach
Cycle
length
(minutes)
Description of ash cycle
pre-
wash wash
Standard
Extremely soiled whites
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.) 190°C   Delicate/
Traditional 152 Wash cycle, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Heavily soiled whites and fast
colo rs 260°C   Delicate/
Traditional 158 Wash cycle, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Heavily soiled whites and
delicate colo rs 240°C   Delicate/
Traditional 143 Wash cycle, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Slightly soiled whites and
delicate colo rs (shirts,
j mpers, etc.) 340°C   Delicate/
Traditional 99 Wash cycle, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Heavily soiled fast colo rs
(baby linen, etc.) 460°C   Delicate 80 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-
crease or delicate spin cycle
Heavily soiled fast colo rs
(baby linen, etc.) 440°C   Delicate 71 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-
crease or delicate spin cycle
Delicate colo rs (all types of
slightly soiled garments) 540°C   Delicate 71 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-
crease or delicate spin cycle
Wool 640°C   50 Wash cycle, rinse cycles and
delicate spin cycle
Very delicate fabrics
(c rtains, silk, viscose, etc.) 730°C   52 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-
crease or draining cycle
Time 4 you
Heavily soiled whites and fast
colo rs 860°C   60 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
Slightly soiled whites and
delicate colo rs (shirts,
j mpers, etc.) 940°C   50 Wash cycle, rinse cycles,
intermediate and final spin cycles
Delicate colo rs (all types of
slightly soiled garments) 10 40°C  40 Wash cycle, rinse cycles,
delicate spin cycle
Delicate colo rs (all types of
slightly soiled garments) 11 30°C   30 Wash cycle, rinse cycles and
delicate spin cycle
Sports
Sports shoes (MAX. 2 pairs) 12 30°C  50
Cold wash (witho t detergents),
wash cycle, rinse cycles, and
delicate spin cycle
Fabrics for sportswear
(Tracks its, shorts, etc.) 13 30°C   63 Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles
ARTIAL ROGRAMMES
Rinse Delicate/
Traditional Rinse cycles and spin cycle
Spin cycle Draining and spin cycle
Drain Draining
Starting and rogrammes
rogramme table
Briefly: starting a programme
1. Switch the washing machine on by pressing b tton .
All the LEDS will light p for a few seconds and
the ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK Led will begin to flash.
2. Load yo r la ndry into the washing machine and
sh t the appliance door.
3. Set the PROGRAMME knob to the programme
req ired.
4. Set the wash temperat re (see page 19).
5. Add the detergent and any fabric softener
(see page 20).
6. Start he programme by pressing the START/RESET
b tton.
To cancel it, keep the START/RESET b tton pressed
for at least 2 seconds.
7. When the programme is finished, the ON-OFF/
DOOR LOCK Led will flash to indicate that the
appliance door can be opened. Take o t yo r
la ndry and leave the appliance door ajar to allow
the dr m to dry thoro ghly. T rn the washing
machine off by pressing b tton .
Notes
-For programmes 8 and 9, we advise against exceeding a wash load of 3.5 kg.
-For programme 13 we advise against exceeding a wash load of 2 kg.
-For the anti-crease f nction: see Easy iron, opposite page. The information contained in the table is p rely indicative.
Special programme
Daily (programme 11 for Synthetics) is designed to wash lightly soiled garments in a short amo nt of time: it only lasts
30 min tes and allows yo to save on both time and energy. By setting this programme (11 at 30°C), yo can wash
different fabrics together (except for woollen and silk items), with a maxim m load of 3 kg.
e recommend the use of liquid detergent.

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ersonalisations
Setting the temperature
T rn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperat re (see Programme table on page 18).
The temperat re can be lowered, or even set to a cold wash ( ).
Functions
To enable a f nction:
1. press the b tton corresponding to the desired f nction, according to the table below;
2. the f nction is enabled when the corresponding b tton is ill minated.
Note: The rapid flashing of the b tton indicates that the corresponding f nction cannot be selected for the
programme set.
Function Effect Comments Enabled ith
programmes:
Pre ash
Allows yo to
perform a pre-
wash.
It can be sed on all programmes except the wool programme
and the special wash programme (see page 18).
This f nction is incompatible with the STAIN REMOVAL f nction.
1, 2, 3,
4, 5, 7
Stain
removal
Bleaching cycle
designed to
remove the
to ghest stains.
Please remember to po r the bleach into extra compartment 4
(see page 20).
This f nction is incompatible with the EASY IRON and PREWASH
f nctions.
1, 2, 3, 4, 5,
Rinse cycle.
Easy iron
This option
red ces the
amo nt of
creasing on
fabrics, making
them easier to
iron.
When this f nction is set, programmes 4, 5, 7 will end with the
la ndry left to soak (Anti-crease) and the Rinse cycle phase
LED will flash.
- to concl de the cycle, press the START/RESET b tton;
- to r n the draining cycle alone, set the knob to the relative
symbol and press the START/RESET b tton.
This f nction is incompatible with the STAIN REMOVAL f nction.
2, 3, 4, 5, 7,
8, 9, 10,
Rinse cycle.
1000-500
Red ces the spin
speed.
All
programmes
except for 7
and draining.
Note: to avoid excessive vibrations, before every spin cycle the machine distributes the load in a uniform manner by
continuously rotating the drum at a speed which is slightly faster than the normal washing speed.
hen, despite repeated attempts, the load is still not evenly distributed, the machine spins at a lower speed than the
set frequency.
If the load is excessively unbalanced, the machine attempts to distribute it instead of spinning.
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Detergent dispenser
Good washing res lts also depend on the correct
dose of detergent: adding too m ch detergent won't
necessarily make for a more efficient wash, and may
in fact ca se b ild p on the interior of yo r
appliance and even poll te the environment.
Open p the detergent
dispenser and po r in
the detergent and fabric
softener, as follows.
compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash
(powder)
Before po ring in the detergent, make s re that
extra compartment 4 has been removed.
compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle
(powder or liquid)
Liq id detergent sho ld only be po red in
immediately prior to the wash cycle start.
compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)
The fabric softener sho ld not overflow from the grid.
extra compartment 4: Bleach
 Do not se hand wash detergent beca se it may
form too m ch foam.
Bleach cycle
 Traditional bleach sho ld be sed on st rdy
white fabrics, and delicate bleach for colo red
fabrics, synthetics and for wool.
Place extra
compartment 4,
provided, into
compartment 1.
When po ring in the
bleach, be caref l not to
exceed the "max" level
indicated on the central
pivot (see figure).
To r n the bleach cycle alone, po r the bleach into
extra compartment 4, set the Rinse programme
and enable the Stain removal option (see page 19).
To bleach d ring a wash cycle, po r in the detergent
and fabric softener, set the desired programme and
enable the Stain removal option (see page 19).
The se of extra compartment 4 excl des the
possibility of sing the pre-wash cycle.
reparing your laundry
 Divide yo r la ndry according to:
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label.
- the colo rs: separate colo red garments from
whites.
 Empty all pockets and check for loose b ttons.
 Do not exceed the weight limits stated below,
which refer to the weight when dry:
St rdy 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 c rtains and place them in a pillow
case or mesh bag. Wash them separately witho t
exceeding half the appliance load. Use programme 7
which excl des the spin cycle a tomatically.
Quilted coats and windbreakers: if they are
padded with goose or d ck down, they can be
machine-washed. T rn the garments inside o t and
load a maxim m of 2-3 kg, repeating the rinse cycle
once or twice and sing the delicate spin cycle.
Wool: for best res lts, se a specific detergent,
taking care not to exceed a load of 1 kg.
Detergents and laundry
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recautions and advice
 The washing machine was designed and b ilt in
compliance with the applicable international safety
reg lations. The following information is provided for
yo r safety and sho ld conseq ently be read caref lly.
General safety
 This appliance has been designed for non-
professional, ho sehold se and its f nctions m st
not be changed.
 This washing machine sho ld only be sed by
ad lts and in accordance with the instr ctions
provided in this man al.
 Never to ch the washing machine when barefoot
or with wet or damp hands or feet.
 Do not p ll on the power s pply cable to npl g
the appliance from the electricity socket. P ll the
pl g o t yo rself.
 Do not open the detergent dispenser while the
appliance is in operation.
 Do not to ch the drain water as it co ld reach
very high temperat res.
 Never force the washing machine door: this co ld
damage the safety lock mechanism designed to
prevent any accidental openings.
 In the event of a malf nction, do not nder any
circ mstances to ch internal parts in order to
attempt repairs.
 Always keep children well away from the
appliance while in operation.
 The appliance door tends to get q ite hot d ring
the wash cycle.
 Sho ld it have to be moved, proceed with the
help of two or three people and handle it with the
tmost care. Never try to do this alone, beca se
the appliance is very heavy.
 Before loading yo r la ndry into the washing
machine, make s re the dr m is empty.
Disposal
 Disposing of the packaging material:
observe local reg lations, so the packaging can
be re- sed.
 Disposing of an old washing machine:
before scrapping yo r appliance, c t the power
s pply cable and remove the appliance door.
Saving energy and respecting the
environment
Environmentally-friendly technology
If yo only see a little water thro gh yo r appliance
door, this is beca se thanks to the latest Indesit
technology, yo r washing machine only needs less
than half the amo nt of water to get the best
res lts: an objective reached to respect the
environment.
Saving on detergent, water,
energy and time
 To avoid wasting reso rces, the washing machine
sho ld be sed with a f ll load. A f ll load instead
of two half loads allows yo to save p to 50% on
energy.
 The pre-wash cycle is only necessary on
extremely soiled garments. Avoiding it will save on
detergent, time, water and between 5 and 15%
energy.
 Treating stains with a stain remover or leaving
them to soak before washing will c t down the
need to wash them at high temperat res. A
programme at 60°C instead of 90°C or one at
40°C instead of 60°C will save p to 50% on
energy.
 Use the correct q antity of detergent depending
on the water hardness, how soiled the garments
are and the amo nt of la ndry yo have, to avoid
wastage and to protect the environment: despite
being biodegradable, detergents do contain
ingredients that alter the nat ral balance of the
environment. In addition, avoid sing fabric
softener as m ch as possible.
 If yo se yo r washing machine from late in the
afternoon ntil the early ho rs of the morning, yo
will help red ce the electricity board's peak load.
 If yo r la ndry has to be dried in a t mble dryer,
select a high spin speed. Having the least water
possible in yo r la ndry will save yo time and
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Care and maintenance
Cutting off the water or electricity
supply
 T rn off the water tap after every wash. This will
limit the wear of yo r appliance's water system
and also prevent leaks.
 Unpl g yo r appliance when cleaning it and
d ring all maintenance operations.
Cleaning your appliance
The exterior and r bber parts of yo r appliance can
be cleaned with a soft cloth soaked in l kewarm
soapy water. Do not se solvents or abrasives.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
Remove the dispenser
by p lling it o t (see
figure).
Wash it nder r nning
water; this operation
sho ld be repeated
freq ently.
Caring for your appliance door and
drum
 Always leave the appliance door ajar to prevent
npleasant odo rs from forming.
Cleaning the pump
The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning
p mp that does not req ire any maintenance.
Sometimes, small items (s ch as coins or b ttons)
may fall into the pre-chamber that protects the
p mp, sit ated in the lower part of the same.
 Make s re the wash cycle has ended and npl g
the appliance.
To access the pre-chamber:
1. sing a screwdriver,
remove the cover panel
on the lower front of the
washing machine (see
figure);
2. nscrew the lid
rotating it anti-
clockwise (see figure): a
little water may trickle
o t. This is perfectly
normal;
3. clean the interior thoro ghly;
4. screw the lid back on;
5. reposition the panel, making s re the hooks are
sec rely in place before yo p sh it onto the
appliance.
Checking the water inlet hose
Check the water inlet hose at least once a year. If
yo see any cracks, replace it immediately: d ring
the wash cycles, water press re is very strong and
a cracked hose co ld easily split open.
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Troubleshooting
Yo r washing machine co ld fail to work. Before calling for Assistance (see page 24), make s re the problem
can't easily be solved by cons lting the following list.
roblem
The washing machine won't
start.
The wash cycle won't start.
The washing machine fails to
load water.
The washing machine
continuously loads and unloads
water.
The washing machine does not
drain or spin.
The washing machine vibrates
too much during the spin cycle.
The washing machine leaks.
The ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK Led
flashes rapidly at the same
time as at least one other LED.
There is too much foam.
ossible causes/Solution:
 The appliance is not pl gged into the socket, or not eno gh to
make contact.
 There has been a power fail re.
 The appliance door is not sh t properly.
 The b tton has not been pressed.
 The START/RESET b tton has not been pressed.
 The water tap is not t rned on.
 The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap.
 The hose is bent.
 The water tap is not t rned on.
 There is a water shortage.
 The water press re is ins fficient.
 The START/RESET b tton has not been pressed.
 The drain hose is not fitted between 65 and 100 cm from the floor
(see page 15).
 The free end of the hose is nderwater (see page 15).
 The wall drainage system doesn't have a breather pipe.
If the problem persists even after these checks, t rn off the water tap,
switch the appliance off and call for Assistance. If the dwelling is on one of
the pper floors of a b ilding, there may be drain trap problems ca sing the
washing machine to load and nload water contin o sly. In order to avoid
s ch an inconvenience, special anti-drain trap valves are available in shops.
 The programme does not foresee the draining: some programmes
req ire enabling the draining man ally (see page 18).
 The Easy iron option is enabled: to complete the programme, press
the START/RESET b tton (see page 19).
 The drain hose is bent (see page 15).
 The drain d ct is clogged.
 The dr m was not nblocked correctly d ring installation (see page 14).
 The washing machine is not level (see page 14).
 The washing machine is closed in between f rnit re cabinets and
the wall (see page 14).
 The water inlet hose is not screwed on correctly (see page 14).
 The detergent dispenser is obstr cted (to clean it, see page 22).
 The drain hose is not sec red properly (see page 15).
 Switch off the machine and npl g the appliance; wait for
approximately 1 min te then switch it on again.
If the problem persists, contact Assistance.
 The detergent is not s itable for machine washing (it sho ld bear
the definition "for washing machines" or "hand and machine wash",
or the like).
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Before calling for Assistance:
Check whether yo can solve the problem on yo r own (see page 23);
Restart the programme to check whether the problem has been solved;
If this is not the case, contact an a thorised Technical Service Centre on the telephone n mber
provided on the g arantee certificate.
Always req est the assistance of a thorised servicemen.
Notify the operator of:
 the type of problem;
 the appliance model (Mod.);
 the serial n mber (S/N).
This information can be fo nd on the data plate sit ated on the rear of the washing machine.
Service 195069740.00
02/2008 - Xerox Business Services