Smeg WMF16A User manual

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WASHING MACHINE
INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL GB

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Contents
1. The new washing system 3
2. Safety warnings
3. Installation instructions 7
. Description of controls 9
5. Washing instructions 13
6. Cleaning and maintenance 19
7. Troubleshooting 21
8. Control panel symbols 23
This appliance is marked according to the European directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
WEEE).
By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the
environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
The symbol on the product, or on the documents accompanying the product, indicates that this appliance may not
be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of
electrical and electronic equipment.
Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal.
For more detailed information about treatment, recovery and recycling of this product, please contact your local city
office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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1. THE NEW WASHING SYSTEM
This new washing machine is the outcome of years of research.
The leading-edge design and the quality of the production processes used to
manufacture this product ensure it will give you many years of excellent service.
Its concept satisfies all current and future washing requirements.
Its low water, power and detergent consu ption help protect the environ ent
and reduce running costs to a ini u .
Water and power consu ption has been reduced in all progra es.
These results were achieved by means of a special washing syste valid for all
programmes and all fabrics.
The drum is fitted with three external vanes that keep the water constantly circulating,
thereby offering intensive and uniform washing whilst consuming less water.
This ensures your laundry is washed and treated with utmost care.
The new washing syste is so effective that nor ally dirty laundry can even be
cleaned without a pre-wash cycle.
Washing times have also been reduced.
Pre-washing is only recommended for very dirty laundry.
Please read the operating instructions with care in order to take full advantage of all
the features offered by this washing machine.
Warning!
Please read all the instructions contained in this manual in order to understand how
to operate this appliance correctly and safely.
This manual is divided into paragraphs which provide a step-by-step description of
all the functions of the appliance. The instructions are easy to understand and are
accompanied by detailed illustrations.
This manual provides a quic and easy reference for answering all your questions
concerning the use of your new washing machine.
Keep this manual near the machine for future consultation.
When selling or moving the appliance, ma e sure this manual remains with the
machine.

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2. SAFETY WARNINGS
Attention!
These warnings are given for safety reasons.
Please read the carefully before installing and using the appliance.
This manual forms an integral part of the appliance and must therefore be kept intact together with the
machine. Before using the appliance, carefully read all the instructions contained in this manual.
Installation ust be perfor ed by a qualified technician in compliance with the regulations in force. It
has been designed for domestic use and complies with EEC Directives 72/23, 89/336 (including 92/31
and 93/68) currently in force. The appliance is designed for the following purpose: washing linen or
fabrics declared by their manufacturers to be suitable for machine washing by means of an appropriate
symbol. Any other use shall be considered improper. The anufacturer declines all responsibility
for uses other than those described above.
The name plate featuring the technical data, serial number and markings is visibly positioned on the
inner edge of the door. This na e plate ust never be re oved.
Do not leaving discarded packaging materials unsupervised within the home. Separate the various
packaging materials and take them to the nearest sorted waste collection centre.
The electrical and plu bing work require to install the appliance ay only be perfor ed by
qualified technicians.
The appliance must be provided with an earth connection in accordance with the electrical safety
regulations in force. The anufacturer declines all responsibility for da age to persons or
property resulting fro failure to earth the appliance or fro a defective earth connection.
If the appliance is not connected to the electrical power supply by means of a plug, it is necessary to
install an isolation switch with a contact opening gap of at least 3 mm.
The plug on the power cord and the corresponding socket must be of the same type and must conform
to the regulations in force. Check that the voltage and frequency of the electrical power supply match
the ratings on the name plate. Avoid using adaptors or shunt connections. Never unplug the appliance
by pulling the power cord.
The achine is only disconnected fro the electrical power supply if the plug has been
re oved fro the socket or if the general switch has been turned off. After installation, the
plug ust re ain accessible.
The appliance must always be connected to the water supply with new hoses (supplied with the
appliance). Old hoses must never be reused.
Make sure the appliance does not lie on the power cord.
Before use, make sure the tub assembly has been released (see instructions).
If the tub assembly has not been released, it may damage the appliance or adjacent furniture or
appliances during the spin cycle.
The washing machine must never be used in vehicles, on ships or planes, or in special environmental
conditions such as explosive or corrosive (powder, vapour and gas) atmospheres or near explosive
and/or corrosive liquids.
Do not install the washing machine in areas subject to frosting. Frozen pipes may burst under
pressure.
Make sure that the drain hose is securely attached to the basin and cannot ove.
If it is not securely fitted, the repulsive force of the water may detach it from the basin and cause
flooding.
When attaching the hose to the basin, ake sure the water drains away rapidly and does not fill
the basin up.
Do not overload the appliance.
Never use detergents containing solvents or chemicals.
These ay da age the achine and for poisonous fu es.
They ay also catch fire and explode.

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Do not wash petrol-soaked garments in the washing machine. Make sure there are no inflammable
items (e.g.: lighters, matches, etc.) in pockets before washing.
If volatile fluids have been used to clean garments, make sure that the substances have been removed
before loading them in the washing machine.
Before loading garments for washing, make sure the pockets are empty, the buttons securely fixed and
the zips closed.
Do not wash frayed or torn garments.
The glass of the door will heat up considerably when washing at elevated temperatures.
Make sure all the water has drained away before you open the door.
If water is present, only open the door after draining it. If in doubt, read the instructions manual.
The water in the achine is not drinkable!
Swallowing washing machine detergents can cause lesions in your mouth and throat.
Before removing laundry from the washing machine, ake sure the dru has stopped oving.
Always switch off the appliance after use to avoid wasting electricity.
Leave the door ajar between one wash and the next in order to keep the gasket in good condition.
Prolonged inactivity.
If the machine is left inactive for a long period: disconnect the machine from the electricity and water
supplies and leave the door ajar to prevent bad smells from forming.
In the event of a fault, never atte pt to repair the achine yourself. Disconnect the appliance from
the electrical power supply and shut off the water tap. Then call a qualified technician. Repairs ay
only be perfor ed by qualified technicians.
Repairs performed by unqualified people may be hazardous for users.
Obsolete appliances ust be rendered unusable: ake sure that the door cannot be closed (to
prevent children fro getting trapped inside while playing and risking their lives) and cut off
the power cord after unplugging it.
The appliance ust then be taken to a sorted waste collection centre.
This appliance is intended for use by adults.
Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the washing machine.
Do not allow children to approach the appliance while it is working.
Keep children away fro the appliance.
Small animals or children may get inside the washing machine.
Always check the inside of the drum before use and do not allow children to play with the
appliance.
Packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene, metal profiles, etc.) must not be left within reach of
children.
Keep children away from the machine when the door or detergent tray is open; the appliance may
contain residues of detergent which can cause irreversible damage to the eyes, mouth and throat, as
well as possible death by suffocation.
I portant !
This appliance is easy to use.
In order to obtain the best results, however, read this manual with care and follow all the instructions
before starting.
The manual gives instructions and useful advice on how to install, use and service the appliance
correctly.
The manufacture declines all responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting
from failure to observe the above precautions, from tampering with even just a single
component of the appliance, or from the use of unoriginal spare parts.

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For Great Britain only
Warning: this appliance must be earthed.
Fuse replacement
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a
BS 1363A 13a p fused plug, to change a fuse in
this type of plug use an A.S.T.A. approved fuse to
BS 1362 type and proceed as follows:
1. Remove the fuse cover (A) and fuse (B)
2. Fit replacement 13A fuse into fuse cover
3. Refit both into plug
I portant:
The fuse cover must be refitted when changing a
fuse and if the fuse cover is lost the plug must not
be used until a correct replacement is fitted.
Correct replacement are identified by the colour
insert or the colour embossed in words on the
base of the plug.
Replacement fuse covers are available from your
local electrical store.
If the appliance is provided with a plugless supply cord:
• It is necessary to install in the fixed wiring an all-pole disconnection device having a gap
between contacts of at least 3,5mm. After installation the disconnection device has to be easy
to reach.
• The connection to the mains must be carried out by a qualified technician in accordance to the
scheme shown below and the regulations in force
L = brown
N = blue
= yellow-green
• In the event of damage to the supply cord, it has to be replaced by the manufacturer or an
authorized technical service center in order to avoid any risk.

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3. INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Important !
The appliance ust be installed by a specialised technician according to current regulations.
The washing achine is very heavy. Take care when lifting it.
3.1 UNPACKING
The inside of the machine comprises a moving assembly which is blocked for transport purposes by the screws
(A) located at the rear of the washing machine.
1. Release the assembly by removing these screws with a 13 mm wrench.
2. Remove the screws (A) and relative spacers (B) from the back of the washing machine.
3. To prevent water from entering the machine or people from touching live components with their fingers, close
the four holes left open by the screws with the supplied plastic plugs (C).
Attention!
• Do not turn the machine upside down and do not place it on its side.
• Keep all the components used to block the drum assembly as they will be needed if you decide to move the
appliance in future.
3.2 POSITIONING AND LEVELLING
1. Place the appliance in the
chosen position.
2. Carefully level the machine in
all directions using a spirit
level and adjusting the height
of the feet if necessary. After
adjusting the machine, lock
the feet with the relative lock
nuts.
The water inlet and drain hoses can be turned to the right or left depending on installation requirements.
Attention!
• Carry out this operation carefully to prevent the washing achine fro vibrating, generating noise or
oving during operation.
• If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor, ensure that the openings on its underside are not
obstructed.
• Make sure the washing machine does not touch walls, furniture, etc., while it is working.
• The appliance must not be installed behind a lockable door, or sliding door, or a door with hinge on the
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3.3 WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION
1. Check that inlet pressure lies between the following values: 50-900kPa. For higher
pressures, install a pressure reducer.
2. Connect the cold water inlet hose (light blue ring nut) to the cold water tap with a ¾
gas thread, taking care to screw it firmly into place in order to prevent leaks. The water
inlet hose must not be bent or crushed and must not be replaced or cut.
3. If a hot water inlet is used, inlet water temperature must not exceed 60°C and the
hose with the red ring nut must be connected to the hot water tap.
Attention!
• If the water pipe is new or has not been used for a long time, let a certain amount of water run before
attaching the inlet hose. This stops any deposits of sand and other impurities from clogging the filters used
by the machine to protect the water inlet valves.
• The new hose-set supplied with the appliance are to be used and the old hose-set should not be reused.
3.4 DRAIN CONNECTION
1. Insert the end of the drain hose into a drain pipe having an internal diameter of at least cm and a height
ranging between 50 and 90 cm, or attach it (using the relative curved plastic profile) to a basin or bath tub.
2. Always check that the end of the drain hose is securely attached in order to prevent the repulsive force of the
water from moving it out of position.
Attention!
• Do not bend or obstruct the hose as this will reduce the flow of water.
• Any extensions to the drain hose must not exceed 1 metre, they must have the same internal diameter and
must not be obstructed in any way.
• In no case may the end of the drain hose be submerged in water.
3.5 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Before fitting the plug into the socket, make sure that:
1. Input voltage matches that indicated on the name plate attached to the inner edge of the door.
2. The contactor, pressure relief valves, power line and socket are capable of withstanding the maximum
rated power input indicated on the name plate.
3. The socket is compatible with the plug supplied with the machine without the need to fit multiple sockets,
adaptors or extension leads that could cause overheating or burning.
If the socket does not correspond to the supplied plug, replace the socket with one of a suitable type.
Attention
• The plug must be accessible after installation.
• The appliance ust be earthed. Plug the machine into a socket fitted with an efficient earth connection.
The anufacturer declines all responsibility for da age to persons or property resulting fro
failure to earth the appliance or fro a defective earth connection. Correct electrical
connections guarantee axi u safety.
• This appliance complies with EEC directive 89/336 of 3.5.89 (modified by EEC directive 92/31) relative to the
elimination of radio interference.
• If the power cord is damaged, only replace it with an original spare part available from our service
department.
• Do not insert/re ove the plug fro the socket if your hands are wet.
• Re ove the plug fro the socket by gripping the plug and not the cord.

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4. DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
4.1 CONTROL PANEL
All the commands and controls of the appliance are assembled together on the front panel.
Models without delayed
start option
Models with delayed
start option
Description of controls
A Open door button
B ON-OFF and progra e selection knob
C Ti e re aining shown on display LED
D Spin speed shown on display LED
E Heating phase LED
F Display
G Select spin speed button
H Options buttons
I Options enabled LED's
L Start-Pause button
M Start-Pause button LED
N Delayed start ti e shown on display LED
Q Select delayed start button
R Select delayed start button LED

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A
Open door button
Press the button to open the door. Chapter 5 – Washing
instructions – explains how the door works and how to use it.
B
ON-OFF and washing
progra e selection knob
This knob lets you:
• switch the machine on and off by moving it in either
direction from the OFF position (knob indicator
vertical)
• select washing te peratures within the various
fabric sectors by turning it in both directions
The knob does not move while the programme is running.
The programme is electronically controlled by the machine.
C
Ti e re aining shown on
display LED
This LED indicates that the display is showing the total
duration of the selected programme before the programme
starts, and the time remaining while the programme is
running.
D
Spin speed shown on
display LED
This LED indicates that the display is showing the maximum
spin speed for the selected programme. It stays on while spin
speed is being selected with the relative button.
E
Heating phase LED
During the heating cycle, this LED indicates that the
programme is in the washing water heating phase.
F
Display
The display shows the following information:
1. ti e re aining for the selected programme, given
in hours/minutes.The stated value is an estimate based o
n the
machine's normal operating parameters (size of load, incoming
water temperature, etc.). The program time may therefore be a
few minutes longer or shorter than stated here.
2. delayed start (for models featuring this option).
Given in hours/minutes. When
the time remaining before the
programme starts is less than 60 minutes, this information is
given in minutes/seconds.
3. spin speed
. cycle pause - flashing STOP
5. end of cycle - END
6. error codes
To find out which of the first 3 pieces of information are
shown on
the display, check which of the LED's, C, D, or N (the
latter for models featuring the delayed start option) is lit.
G
Select spin speed button or
stop with tub full
Press the button repeatedly to select the required spin
speed. The following spin speeds are available:
• 0000: spin disabled and stop with tub full. The
machine does not perform the final spin and ends the
washing programme with water in the tub. To drain
the water, see the explanations shown in paragraph
5.1
• from 600 rpm to the maximum speed indicated for
the model: for cotton and coloured programmes,
speed increases by 100 rpm starting from 600 rpm
up to the maximum speed indicated for the model
• from 600 to 900 rpm: for synthetics, delicates and
woollens programmes, speed increases by 100 rpm