ISE W256W User manual

Dear ISE customer!
Welcome to the family of ISE customers.
We hope that you will have many years of use from your new
machine.
The machine has many features. To make the most of its
functions, we recommend that you read the operating
instructions before using the machine. The operating
instructions include information on how you can help protect
the environment.
Operating Instructions
Washing Machine
ISE W256W

4
Before using your machine for
the first time
4
Transport protection
4
Packing material
4
Washer door
4
Checking water hardness
5Safety instructions
5
General
5
Installation
5
Overflow guard function
5
Transport/Winter storage
5
Recycling
6Child safety
6
Keep an eye on children!
7
Description of the washing
machine
7Detergent compartment
8Advice and tips before washing
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Sorting your laundry
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Clothing
8
Laundry labels
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Laundry label symbols
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Coloured cotton
8
Unbleached linen
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Wool
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Rayon fibres and synthetic fibres
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Reducing allergic reactions
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Save time and energy
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High water level
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Economy and efficiency
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Detergents
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Dyeing fabrics
11Washing
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Sort your laundry.
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Turn on the main power switch
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Open the washer door and load
the washing
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Add detergent and fabric softener,
as required
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Select the programme
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Select options
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Close the washer door and press
the Start/Stop button
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Once the program has finished
18Settings
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You can change the following
settings:
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Door opening
18
Extra rinses
19Care and cleaning
19
Cleaning the trap and the drainage
pump
19
Cleaning the detergent
compartment
19
Cleaning the outside of the
machine
19
Cleaning the inside of the machine
to avoid unpleasant smells
20
Rinse holes under the agitator
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If you have hard water
21Troubleshooting
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The washer door will not open
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The machine will not start
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After power failure
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Wet washing still in the machine
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Error messages
23Technical information
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Information on energy labelling
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Information for test institute
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Technical data
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Contents

25Transport protection
26Installation
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Positioning the washing machine
26
Adjusting the feet
26
Connection to water supply
26
Drainage connection
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Electrical installation
28Service
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Before contacting the service
division
32Quick guide
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Contents

Transport protection
Remove any transport protection devices before
installing the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.
Packing material
Please sort waste materials in accordance with
local guidelines.
Washer door
• The washer door cannot be opened until the
machine is connected to the electricity supply.
• To open the door manually, see "The washer
door will not open" in the "Troubleshooting"
chapter.
• The machine cannot be started when the door
is open.
• To open the washer door while a programme
is running, see "Close the door and press the
Start/Stop button" in the "Washing" chapter.
Checking water hardness
The quantity of detergent needed depends,
amongst other things, on how hard the water is.
See the detergent pack for details. Phone your
local water company to check the water hardness
in your area.
NOTE!
Each machine is tested before leaving the
factory. A small amount of water may remain in
the drain pump, though this does not affect
quality or damage the machine.
See Quick guide on the last page
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Before using your machine for the first time

General
•Read the operating instructions and keep them
in a safe place.
• Installation of water and electricity, if required,
should be carried out by a qualified
professional.
• The machine should only be used for washing
items as described in these instructions. It is
not intended for dry cleaning.
• Use only detergent intended for machine
washing!
• Remove any transport protection devices
before using the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.
• Repairs and maintenance relating to safety or
performance must be carried out by a qualified
professional.
•Damaged mains cables must only be replaced
by a qualified electrician.
• The machine is not designed to be used by
persons (even children) that are physically or
mentally handicapped or lack experience and
knowledge. Such persons must receive
instruction in how to use the machine from the
person responsible for their safety.
• Children must be watched to ensure they do
not play with the machine.
• In the enclosed plastic bag you will find a tool
for opening the washer door in emergencies.
Installation
See the "Installation" chapter.
Overflow guard function
If the machine’s water level rises above the normal
level, the overflow guard function begins to pump
water out and shuts off the water intake. If the
water level has not dropped within 60 seconds,
the program is terminated.
Transport/Winter storage
If the machine is to be transported or stored in
unheated premises where the temperature can
fall below freezing, do as follows:
• Empty the filter and the drainage pump. See
the "Care and cleaning" chapter.
• Shut off the water to the washing machine,
loosen the supply hose to the intake valve and
let the water run out from the valve and hose.
• After emptying the pump, a small amount of
water may remain in the machine. This does
not affect quality or damage the machine.
Recycling
This machine is manufactured and labelled for
recycling. In order to prevent injuries, the machine
must be made unusable once the decision has
been taken to dispose of it. Contact your local
authority for information about where and how
your machine can be recycled correctly.
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Safety instructions

Keep an eye on children!
• Always close the washer door and start the
programme immediately after you have added
detergent.
• Do not allow small children to use or play with
the washing machine.
• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the
reach of children.
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Child safety

1 2 3 4
5,6 7
1. Main power switch
2. Detergent compartment
3. Programme panel
4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer door)
5. Drainage pump cover
6. Drainage pump (behind cover)
7. Washer door
Detergent compartment
1. Pre-wash
2. Main wash
3. Main wash liquid detergent.
4. Fabric softener
2 3
1 4
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Description of the washing machine

Here are some tips that may help you before
washing.
Sorting your laundry
Sort items according to:
• how soiled they are
• colour
• material
Clothing
1. Do up zips and close Velcro straps so that they
don’t harm fabrics.
2. New coloured items may contain excess dye
and should therefore be washed separately
the first few times.
3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces
the risk of burling and fading.
4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if
possible.
Laundry labels
Look at the item's laundry label. The table below
shows suitable wash programmes for different
materials and wash loads. Using modern washing
machines and detergents, for example compact
detergents, you can usually wash at lower
temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial and
error to find out what produces the best results.
Laundry label symbols
Examples of washing instructions and recommended programmes. Always follow the washing instructions
for each garment.
ProgramMaterialLaundry labels
Everyday wash 60 °C to 95 °CCotton, linen, white and light-coloured items.
Quick 60 °CCotton, linen, cotton/polyester. Light and dark-coloured
garments.
Easy Care 40 °CAcrylic, viscose, modal, acetate, polyester, polyamide
and elastane. Light and dark-coloured garments.
Wool/hand wash 30 °C to 40 °CWool, silk and other very delicate garments
or
Coloured cotton
Coloured cotton items with the washing instruction
60 °C should be washed at 60 °C for the first time
in order to remove any excess dye. If you do not
do so, there is a risk that the colour will run. Use
detergent without bleach in order to preserve the
colour of the fabric.
Unbleached linen
Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed at 60
°C, using detergent containing no bleach or optical
whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can occasionally
be washed at higher temperatures, but not too
often because the heat can destroy the linen’s
shine and strength.
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Advice and tips before washing

Wool
These fabrics are labelled either machine wash
or hand wash. The Wool/hand wash programme
is at least as gentle as washing by hand.
Wool is especially sensitive to processes such as
washing.
If you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze
out the water using terry towels. In this case select
No spin.
To find out how to choose this setting, see the
"Washing" chapter. However, most garments can
withstand a short spin. Choose a short spin by
selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.
Rayon fibres and synthetic fibres
Materials made of rayon fibres, such as viscose,
and some synthetic fibres are very delicate and
require much space so as not to crease. Only half
fill the drum when washing and choose a spin
speed of 800 rpm or lower.
NOTE!
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
Reducing allergic reactions
The washing machine has a Super Rinse option.
Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as
those with allergies and small children.
Save time and energy
Use the Everyday wash programme to save time
and energy. This programme has a shorter main
wash than Standard cotton, but is often sufficient
for lightly soiled washing.
High water level
If you want more water for the main wash and
rinses, you can use the High water level option.
High water level is used automatically in the
Wool/Hand programme.
Economy and efficiency
You can save a lot of energy by not using higher
temperature programs than necessary.
• Select Quick if you just need to freshen up
shirts or exercise clothes, for example. This
will save both water and energy.
• If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a tumble
dryer or drying cabinet.
• Always wash with a full load when using the
Heavy, Everyday wash and Standard cotton
programmes.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and
detergents clean effectively without
pre-washing. Pre-washing is only necessary
for heavily soiled washing.
Detergents
Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to the
environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater impact
on the environment.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you
are not satisfied with the results.
Dyeing fabrics
If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select
the Everyday wash programme with the Super
Rinse option. Select temperature according to the
dye manufacturer’s recommendations.
Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed
is a blended material such as
polyester/cotton.
NOTE!
Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not
to the detergent compartment. After dyeing, you
should run the machine empty using the same
program. Use the normal amount of detergent.
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Advice and tips before washing

NOTE!
Due to environmental concerns, we discourage
the use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain
removal, there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and
discolouration of the machine.
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Advice and tips before washing

1Sort your laundry.
See the "Advice and tips before washing"
chapter.
Place underwired bras in a laundry net.
Empty pockets. Coins, nails and the like can
cause damage to the machine and fabrics. See
the "Advice and Tips" section before washing.
2Turn on the main power switch
3Open the washer door and load
the washing
If the washer door is closed, press the Door
opening button (key symbol). The door opens
once all water has drained from the machine.
Load the washing. The wash programme chart
shows how much washing can be washed with
each programme.
4Add detergent and fabric
softener, as required
The detergent packaging will have
recommendations for how much detergent you
should use. The machine holds 8 kg of washing.
If you only have a small amount of laundry in the
machine, you can reduce the amount of detergent
used.
Follow the manufacturers' recommendations as
regards which type of detergent is suitable for
which temperature.
Powder detergent
Pour the powder into the compartment for the
main wash, and pre-wash as well if desired.
Liquid detergent
When using liquid detergent, follow the detergent
manufacturer’s recommendations. We
recommend always using a wash ball with very
thick liquid detergent.
Wash ball or net
If you use a wash ball or net, place it directly in
the drum and select a programme without
pre-wash.
NOTE!
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment.
Try using less detergent, and increase only if
you are not satisfied with the results.
Fabric softener
Pour the fabric softener into the compartment with
the symbol. Follow the recommendations on
the fabric softener packaging.
NOTE!
Do not fill above the compartment’s maximum
fill level. Otherwise fabric softener will run in too
early, which impairs the washing effect.
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Washing

5Select the programme
You select a programme by turning the
programme selector. An LED lights up
beside the selected programme and the estimated
programme time is shown on the display. Use the
option buttons to select any options.
Wool/hand wash
Spin & Drain
Synthetics
Easy Care
RinseHeavy
Quick
Standard cotton
Everyday wash
Auto
1. Auto
This program automatically adjusts the length of
the main wash and the number of rinses to the
amount of laundry loaded in the machine.
2. Heavy
Programme for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt
that needs to be fully dissolved before the main
wash. A pre-wash is used to do this. You can
select the temperature freely, so follow the
washing instructions for each garment. The
highest temperature, 95 °C, is suitable for very
heavily soiled laundry. The spin speed can be
selected freely. The machine adapts the
programme time and water consumption to the
load size.
3. Standard cotton
Program for normally to heavily soiled laundry,
whites and colors. You can select the temperature
freely, so follow the washing instructions for each
garment. 60 °C is a good temperature for heavily
soiled cotton garments, as well as for garments
worn next to the skin. Select 40 °C if the laundry
is less soiled. The spin speed can be selected
freely. The machine adapts the program time and
water consumption to the load size.
4. Everyday wash
A standard programme for lightly to moderately
soiled laundry. The temperature can be selected
freely, so follow the washing instructions for each
garment. Garments worn next to the skin ought
to be washed at 60 °C. Very lightly soiled laundry
often comes clean already at 40 °C. The spin
speed can be selected freely. The machine adapts
the programme time and water consumption to
the load size.
5. Quick
Fast program for laundry that just needs
freshening up. The program can be run at any
temperature, so follow the washing instructions
for each garment. The lower the selected
temperature, the shorter the program time.
Garments worn next to the skin ought to be
washed at 60 °C. The spin speed can be selected
freely.
6. Easy Care
Programme for synthetic, mixed fibre and easy
care cotton. The programme has a high water
level and as such is also suitable for cushions,
quilted jackets and the like. Read the washing
instructions carefully and remember, for example,
that fabric softener must not be used with the
membranes found in some outer garments. A
washing temperature up to 60 °C and a spin
speed up to 1200 rpm can be selected.
7. Synthetics
Programme for delicate garments made of
synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and easy care
cotton. The maximum temperature is 60 °C, but
follow the washing instructions for each garment.
Many synthetics will come clean at 40 °C.
Garments worn next to the skin ought to be
washed at 60 °C. The maximum spin speed is
800 rpm.
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Washing

8. Wool/hand wash
A gentle laundry programme for wool, silk and
garments that should be washed by hand. The
highest temperature is 30 °C. This programme
has a short spin. The maximum spin speed is 800
rpm.
9. Rinse
This program performs one cold rinse cycle +
spin. Suitable for laundry that just needs to be
dampened and for cleaning cloths and mops.
10. Spin & Drain
Used to just spin the wash. If you only want to
drain the machine of water, select the symbol
(no spin).
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Washing

Programme chart
Programme time
(approx. hrs and
min.)
Energy consump-
tion
(approx. kWh)
Water consump-
tion
(approx. liter)
Max. load
( kg)
Spin Speed
rpm
Number of
RinsesTemp. °C
Pre-
washProgram
1. Auto
2:452,28581600595X
2. Heavy 2:401,17581600560X
3:201,1065816003601)
3. Standard cotton 2:570,6765816003402)
1:401,260816003604. Everyday wash
0:450,4254,016002405. Quick
1:200,5504,012002401)
6. Easy Care
1:200,4302,58003407. Synthetics
0:500,5702,58003308. Wool/hand wash
0:180,1154,0160019. Rinse
0:150,14,0160010. Spin & Drain
1) Test programme for cold water connection in accordance with EN 60456. For large volumes of detergent we recommend removing the insert and adding detergent
directly to the detergent compartment.
2) 40 °C programme for test institutes. The 40 °C option must be selected.
The above table presents a few examples of the energy, water and time consumption of a few different programme settings. Consumption
can vary depending on water pressure, water hardness, water supply temperature, room temperature, load weight and content, variations
in the power supply and selected options. In the examples provided here the rinse setting is set to Normal and no options are selected.
If you use large amounts of detergent, such as non-compact powder, and find that the amount you want to use does not fit in the compartment,
you can remove the insert and dose directly in the compartment. We recommend that all test institutes remove the insert for large volumes
of detergent.
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Washing

20°
30°
40°
50°
60°
95°
800
1600
1200
400
6Select options
You can select options to adjust the wash
programme to suit your own specific
requirements. The available options depend on
the selected programme. If the option is available
for the selected programme, the symbols lights
up when you press the button.
The machine will remember the options you select
for each programme (with one exception –
Delayed Start). You can still change the selected
options the next time you select the programme
in question.
Temperature
• Select the temperature by pressing the button
until the LED by the desired temperature lights.
• You can select temperatures between 20 °C
and 95 °C. For Wool/hand wash you cannot
choose a temperature higher than 40 °C. For
Synthetics or Easy Care the maximum
temperature is 60 °C.
Spin
• Select the spin speed by pressing the button
until the LED by the desired speed lights.
• You can select speeds between 400 and 1600
rpm, No spin or No drain. The maximum spin
speed varies according to the programme
selected, so check the LEDs around the button.
•, means that the programme does not
include a spin cycle and ends by draining.
•No drain means that the programme does
not include a spin cycle and ends with the
water from the final rinse still in the machine.
The washing will remain covered by the water
from the final rinse, stopping it from getting
creased. If you have selected "No drain", you
must select the Spin & Drain programme and
the symbol (no spin) once the programme
has ended to drain the water from the machine
before you open the washer door.
Super wash
Super wash can be selected to better dissolve
difficult stains and heavy soiling on clothing. This
option adds a cold pre-wash and the wash time
in cold water is extended by approximately six
minutes. The main wash time is also extended.
• Select Super wash by pressing the button by
the symbol.
• An LED next to the button lights when this
option is activated.
High water level
High water level means that additional water is
used during the main wash and rinse cycles. This
option can be used with all programmes except
Wool/hand wash, Rinse and Spin & Drain.
• Select High water level by pressing the button
by the symbol.
• An LED next to the button lights when this
option is activated.
NOTE!
The machine takes in the additional water for the
high water level about 15 minutes after the main
wash has started.
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Washing

Super rinse
Use the Super Rinse option if you want to increase
the number of rinses. The maximum number of
rinses is seven, and the number of rinses varies
depending on the selected programme.
Recommended for persons with extremely
sensitive skin and/or in areas with very soft water.
This option cannot be selected with Rinse or Spin
& Drain.
• Select Super Rinse by pressing the button
under the symbol.
• An LED next to the button lights when this
option is activated.
Delayed start
When you select Delayed Start, the machine will
start 1-24 hours after you press the Start/Stop
button.
• Press the button by the symbol to activate
Delayed Start.
•By pressing the button again you can delay the
start in whole hours up to a maximum of 24
hours.
• Press Start/Stop, and the machine counts
down 1 hour at a time and starts after the
selected delay.
If you change your mind and want to cancel
Delayed Start, you must press and hold Start/Stop
for three seconds.
NOTE!
Remember to press the Start/Stop button to start
the programme.
NOTE!
Make sure the detergent compartment is
completely dry before you add detergent,
otherwise there is a risk that the detergent will
clump before the machine starts.
7Close the washer door and
press the Start/Stop button
Time remaining
When the programme starts an estimated
programme time, in hours and minutes, is
displayed. The remaining time is updated three
times during the programme, based on the actual
load and the incoming water temperature. The
first update takes place after about 15 minutes.
The remaining time is last updated just before the
final rinse.
To add or remove washing after the
program starts
If you want to add or remove items after the
programme has started, you can stop the
programme by pressing and holding the Door
opening button (key symbol) for three seconds.
The programme time flashes on the display. When
you restart the machine, add any extra detergent
needed and close the washer door. The machine
continues automatically from the point where the
programme was interrupted.
Stopping or changing a programme
You can stop a programme by pressing the
Start/Stop button for three seconds. To restart the
machine, select a new programme, add any extra
detergent needed and press the Start/Stop button.
NOTE!
Do not open the detergent compartment while
the machine is running.
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Washing

8Once the program has finished
The text "End" is shown on the display for
2 minutes. The machine then turns off.
The washer door opens automatically once the
programme has finished. If you want to deactivate
the automatic door opening function, see the
"Selecting settings" section.
• Remove the load.
If you have small children or pets at home, close
the washer door once you have removed the
laundry.
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Washing

You can change the following settings:
Automatic door opening.
Extra rinses.
Door opening
If you choose Automatic door opening the Washer door will open once the programme has finished.
1. Turn off the machine using the main power switch.
2. Press and hold the Super rinse button and then switch on the main power switch.
3. "AdO" is shown on the display if Automatic door opening is activated or "AdF" if the option has not
been activated.
4. Press the Super Rinse button to change the setting.
5. Press the Door opening button to save the setting.
Extra rinses
Upon delivery, your washing machine is set to use five rinses in the Standard cotton and Everyday wash
programmes. If you want to reduce the number of rinses to three for these programmes, do as follows:
1. Turn off the machine using the main power switch.
2. Press and hold the Delayed start button and then switch on the main power switch.
3. The display shows "R O" if extra rinses (5 rinses) is activated or "R F" if it is not activated (3 rinses).
4. Turn the programme selector to change the setting.
5. Press the Door opening button to save the setting.
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Settings

Cleaning the trap and the drainage
pump
The washing machine has a trap where smaller
objects such as coins and hairpins can collect.
To clean the trap and the drainage pump, do as
follows:
1. Make sure the machine is empty of water and
switched off at the mains.
2. Open the door.
3. Unhook the drainage hose from the connector
inside the door and drain the water into a
suitable container, such as a shallow bowl.
4. Turn the cover anti-clockwise to open the
pump. Remove the cover.
5. Remove any items and so forth from the pump
housing and the cover. Also check that the
pump blades right at the back rotate.
6. Screw on the cover, replace the drainage hose
on the hatch pin and close the hatch.
Cleaning the detergent
compartment
NOTE!
Do not wash the detergent compartment or the
insert in a dishwasher!
Open the detergent compartment and remove the
insert. Rinse the insert and scrub it clean with a
washing-up brush. Wipe up any detergent left
inside the detergent compartment. Replace the
insert in the detergent compartment.
Insert
Detergent
compartment
Cleaning the outside of the machine
Clean the outside of the machine and the program
panel with a mild cleaner. Do not use any
solvents, as these can damage the machine.
NOTE!
Do not hose down the machine with water!
Cleaning the inside of the machine
to avoid unpleasant smells
Modern detergents often allow clothes to be
washed at low temperatures. This means that
small deposits can build up in the machine. These,
in turn, may lead to unpleasant smells developing.
To avoid this, we recommend running a 95 °C
wash programme once a month. When you do
this, use a small quantity of detergent. It is not
necessary to put any washing in the machine.
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Care and cleaning

Rinse holes under the agitator
If you suspect that objects such as nails or paper
clips may have fallen into the wash drum, you
should check the space under the agitator. Such
objects can rust and cause spots on clothing.
Nails and other sharp objects can cause holes in
fabrics.
Do as follows:
1. Insert a screwdriver or the like into the hole on
the agitator as illustrated and carefully pry to
the left.
2. Use your other hand to grasp the agitator and
pull it towards you.
3. Lift the agitator.
4. Remove any objects.
5. Place the agitator in the mounting hole with the
F-mark towards you. Ensure that all the agitator
fasteners are in their holes in the drum. Push
it in until it catches.
If you have hard water
If you live in an area with hard water (high
limescale content), a greyish-white coating may
form on the wash drum. To remove this coating,
pour approximately 20 gram of citric acid into the
wash drum and run any 95 °C programme. Repeat
if necessary.
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Care and cleaning