Whirlpool AWM 4066 User manual

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Programme
Selector
Knob Programme
Temperature
Selector
°C
Type of wash/Notes
Max
Load
Detergents and additives Special options Spin
Speed
rpm
Estimated
Programme
Duration
Min.
Chlorine
Bleach Fabric Softener Main Wash Pre- wash Half Load No Spin Rinse Hold Gentle Wash
Kg
1Cotton
with prewash Min
Max. 95° Heavily soiled, long wearing and temperature stable textiles in cotton and linen (bed linen,
table linen, underwear, shirts etc.). 5.0 ❉❉Yes ❉❉❉❉❉
600 120
2Cotton Min
Max. 95° Slightly to normally soiled bed linen, table linen and underwear, towels, shirts etc. made of
cotton and linen. 5.0 ❉❉Yes —❉❉❉❉
600 110
3Synthetic Min
Max. 60° Slightly to normally soiled blouses, shirts, overalls etc. made of polyester (Diolen, Trevira),
polyamide (Perlon, Nylon) or blends with cotton. 2.0 —❉Yes —❉❉❉❉
600 85
4Cotton
short Min
Max. 40° Slightly soiled bed linen, table linen and underwear, towels, shirts etc. made of cotton and
linen. 2.5 —❉Yes —❉❉❉❉
600 75
4Synthetic
short Min
Max. 40° Slightly soiled overalls and sports wear made of cotton, polyester, polyamide and blends
with cotton. 2.0 —❉Yes —❉❉❉❉
600 75
5Delicate Min
Max. 40° Curtains and delicate clothing, dresses skirts, shirts and blouses. 1.5 —❉Yes ——❉❉—600 70
6Wool Min
Max. 40°
Only woollens with a felt-free finish, labelled with the woolmark and identified as machine
washable.
If you select “Rinse Hold” do not leave items to soak for too long. 1.0 —❉Yes ——❉——600 60
ARinse +
Long spin Min With this programme you can add starch and/or fabric softener.
The programme ends with an intensive spin cycle. 5.0 —❉——
❉❉❉—600 20
BLong spin —In this programme spinning is intensive. Same as the spin cycle in the “Cotton” programme. 5.0 ————————
600 15
CRinse +
Short spin Min In this programme spinning is gentle. Same as the spin cycle in the “Wool” programme. 1.5 —❉———
❉❉—600 15
DShort spin —In this programme spinning is gentle. Same as the spin cycle in the “Wool” programme. 1.5 ————————
600 10
EDrain —Drain only - no spinning. Alternative method of terminating programme the synthetic,
delicate and wool programme and for premature removal of the laundry. ——————————6
Cotton
Synthetic
Delicate/Wool
On/Off
❉: optional / Yes : dosing required
Estimated Programme Duration refer to maximum
programme temperature selection without special
options.
During the selected washing programme the
programme selector knob moves by steps clockwise
through the phases prewash, main wash, rinse and
spin. Each step takes from some seconds to several
minutes.
Half Load
No Spin
Rinse Hold
Gentle Wash
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Prewash cycle increases programme duration approximately 15 min. Consumption values were measured in normalized
conditions in compliance with Standard IEC 60 456. Consumption data in the home may vary with respect to the values in
the table in relation to the water supply pressure and temperature, the load and the type of wash. The data on the energy
label refer to the programme Cotton 60°C.
Add the detergents as described in the programme
table or in the chapter “Detergents and Additives”in
the booklet.
1. Open the tap.
2. Set the programme selector to the desired
programme.
3. Set the temperature selector to the desired
temperature.
4. Special options can be selected.
5. Checkthatthedooris well closed and turn on the
washing machine by pressing the “ON/OFF”
button. The indicator lights up, indicating that
the washing machine is on.
“Half Load” button
•Reduces water consumption, above all during rinsing.
Suitable for lightly-soiled laundry and small loads
(max 3 kg).
“No Spin” button
•Excludes spinning from programme, press button.
Suitable for delicate laundry.
Note:withthe“Cotton”and“Synthetic”programmes
a short spin cycle is provided in any case, even if the
exclusion has been selected, in order to optimize
rinsing results.
“Rinse Hold” button
•The laundry remains in the last rinse water
without progressing to the final spin cycle to
avoid creasing and prevent colours from
changing.
•This option is particularly recommended for the
programme “Synthetic”or “Delicate”.
•This function is particularly useful if you want to
postpone spinning to a later time, or if you want
to drain only.
CONSUMPTION DATA
Programme Temperature
Selector
(°C)
Load
(kg)
Water
(l)
Energy
(kWh)
Estimated Programme
Duration
Min.
Cotton with prewash 95 5.0 80 2.00 120
Cotton 95 5.0 70 1.80 110
Cotton 60 5.0 70 1.20 110
Synthetics 60 2.0 60 0.90 85
Cotton short 40 2.5 65 0.70 75
Synthetics short 40 2.5 60 0.60 75
Delicate 40 1.5 80 0.60 70
Wool 40 1.0 80 0.60 65
ADD DETERGENTS, CLOSE THE DOOR AND SELECT THE
PROGRAMME SELECT ANY DESIDERED OPTION
Terminate the “Rinse Hold” option:
•Press the “Rinse Hold”button again; the
programme will terminate automatically with
the final spin cycle for the present wash
programme.
If you do not wish to spin the laundry, turn the
programme selector knob to the “Drain”
programme.
“Gentle Wash” button
•Reduces the mechanical wash strenght from
strong to delicate.
To reselect a programme when a cycle has already
started:
1. Switch off the appliance by pressing the “ON/
OFF”button.
2. Select the new programme, temperature and
options.
3. Start the programme by pressing the “ON/OFF”
button again.
1. At the end of the programme the programme
selector moves to the stop position.
2. To unload the washing machine wait for the
door to unlock (about 2 minutes).
3. Switchoff the washing machine, openthe door
and take out the laundry.
4. Close the tap and leave the door ajar to allow
the drum to dry out.
Water level
To obtain low water consumption without
compromising washing results the water level
within the drum may not be visible.
Cleaning the pump filter
A regular filter check and eventual cleaning is
advisable.
Motor smell
Washing machine motor creates a typical electrical
smell during first cycles, this is normal and
disappears after a few cycles.
PROGRAMME CHANGE
PROGRAMME END
NOTES AND INDICATIONS FOR USE

CONTENTS
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
FIRST WASH CYCLE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
LIQUID BLEACH (HYPOCHLORITE)
DYEING
WASHING PROGRAMME
REMOVING THE FILTER
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
INSTALLATION
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BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Removing the packaging and check
After unpacking, make sure that the washing
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use
the washing machine. Contact After-Sales
Service or your local retailer.
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags,
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children,
as they are potentially dangerous.
2.Remove the transit bolts
The appliance is fitted with transit bolts to
prevent internal damage during transport.
Before using the washing machine you must
remove the transit bolts (see Installation/
Remove the transit bolts).
3.Install the washing machine
Move the machine without carrying it at the top.
Install the appliance on a solid and level floor
surface, preferably in a corner of the room.
Adjust the feet to ensure that the machine is
stable and level (see Installation / Adjust the
feet).
4.Water supply
Connect the water supply inlet hose in
accordance with regulations of your local water
company (see Installation/Connect the water
inlet hose).
Water supply: cold water only
Tap: 3/4 threaded hose connection
Pressure: 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar).
5.Drain hose
Connect the drain hose to the siphon or hook it
over the edge of a sink by means of the U bend
(see Installation/Connect the water drain hose).
If the washing machine is connected to a built-in
drainage system, ensure the latter is equipped with
a vent to avoid simultaneous loading and draining
of water (siphoning effect)
6.Electrical connections
Electrical connections must be carried out by a
qualified technician in compliance with the
manufacturers instructions and current standard
safety regulations.
Voltage information, power consumption and
electrical protection data are supplied on the
inside of the appliance door.
The appliance must be connected to the mains
exclusively by means of a socket with an earth
connection in accordance with established
regulations. The appliance must be earthed by
law. The manufacturer declines all liability for
damage to property or injury to persons or
animals deriving either directly or indirectly
from failure to observe the directions.
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
Before any maintenance on the washing
machine disconnect it from the mains supply.
Access to the mains plug or to disconnection
from mains supply via a double-pole switch must
be ensured at all times following the
installation.
Do not operate the washing machine if it has
been damaged during transport. Inform the
After-Sales Service.
Mains cable replacement is only to be carried out
by After-Sales Service.
The washing machine must only be used in the
household for the prescribed uses.
Minimum housing dimensions:
Width: 600 mm
Height: 850 mm
Depth: 600 mm
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FIRST WASH CYCLE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Packing
The packing box may be fully recycled as confirmed
by the recycling symbol. Adhere to local
regulations when disposing of packaging material.
2.Energy saving tips
Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent and
time by using the recommended maximum load size.
Do not exceed the detergent dosages indicated
in the manufacturers instructions.
The Eco Ball - a special system in the outlet - will
prevent detergent loss from the drum to avoid
detergent loss into the environment (depending
on the model).
Use Prewash for heavily soiled laundry only!
Save detergent, time, water and energy
consumption by not selecting Prewash for
slight to normally soiled laundry.
Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried
in stains in water before washing to reduce the
necessity of a hot wash program.
Save energy by using a 60° C instead of a 90° C
wash programme or a 40° C instead of a 60° C
wash programme.
Save energy and time by selecting a high spin
speed to reduce the water content in laundry
before using a tumble dryer (for machines with
adjustable spin speed).
3.Disposing of packaging and old appliances
The washing machine is built from reusable
materials. The washing machine must be disposed of
in compliance with local waste disposal regulations.
Before scrapping of your old machine, cut off the
power cable so that it cannot be connected to
the mains.
Remove detergent from compartment if you
intend scrapping your appliance.
4.Child safety
Children must not be allowed to play with the
washing machine.
5.General recommendations
When the appliance is not in use unplug it and
turn off the tap.
Before cleaning or carrying out maintenance,
switch off the washing machine and disconnect
it from the mains supply.
To clean the outside of the washing machine,
use a neutral detergent and a damp cloth.
Do not use abrasive detergents.
Do not attempt to force the door open.
If necessary, the power cable may be replaced
with an identical one obtained from our After-
Sales Service. The power cable must only be
replaced by a qualified technician.
6.EC Declaration of Conformity
This washing machine has been designed,
constructed and distributed in compliance with
the safety requirements of EC Directives:
73/23/EEC Low Voltage Directive
89/336/EEC EMC Directive
93/68/EEC CE Marking Directive
We recommend the first wash cycle be made without laundry.
This will remove any residual water used in testing your washing machine.
1.Turn on the tap.
2.Close the appliance door.
3.Pour a small amount of detergent (about 30 ml) into the detergent dispenser .
4.Select a short program (see programme chart).
5.Press the On/Off button.
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DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
Sort the laundry
1.Sort the laundry according to
 Type of fabric / care label symbol
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics,
wool, handwashed items.
 Colour
Separate whites and coloureds. Wash new
coloured items separately.
Size
Wash items of different sizes in the same load to
improve washing efficiency and distribution in
the drum.
 Fabric delicacy
Wash delicate articles separately: use a special
programme for Pure New Wool , curtains and
other delicates. Always remove curtain glides or
wash curtains with the glides inside a cotton bag.
Use the special program for handwash fabrics. Wash
stockings, belts and other small items or articles with
hooks (e.g. bras) in special cotton bags for washing
machines or in zipped pillow cases.
2.Empty pockets
Coins, safety pins and similar items can damage
of your appliance drum and tub.
3.Fasteners
Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose
belts or ribbons should be tied together.
Stain removal
Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances
are generally removed by the enzyme phase of
the programme.
To remove red wine, coffee, tea, grass and fruit
stains etc. add a stain removing agent in detergent
dispenser compartment or chlorine bleach in
compartment (depending on model).
Particularly stubborn stains should be treated
before the wash.
Loading the laundry
1.Open the door.
2. Unfold the laundry and place it loosely in the drum.
Follow loads recommended in the programme chart:
Overloading will result in unsatisfactory washing
results and creased laundry.
3.Close the door.
1. Worktop
2. Control panel
3. Detergent dispenser
4. After-Sales Service sticker
(on the back side of the door)
5. Door
6. Door handle
To open the door press the
button on the inside of the
handle and pull
Close the door by pushing it
firmly (the lock will click into
place)
7. Filter (behind cover)
8. Adjustable foot
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DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
Choice of the right detergent and additives
The type of detergent depends on:
type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics,
delicate items, wool).
Note: use only specific detergents for wool.
colour;
washing temperature;
degree and type of soiling.
Notes:
Whitish residues on dark fabrics are caused by
insoluble detergents components used in modern
phosphate-free powder detergents.
If you notice this problem, shake or brush the
affected items or use a liquid detergent.
Keep detergents and additives in a dry place and
out of reach of children.
Use only detergents and additives specifically
produced for domestic washing machines.
If you use descaling agents, dyes or bleaches,
make sure they are suitable for washing machine
use. Descaler could contain components that can
attack parts of your washing machine.
Do not use solvents (turpentine, benzine, etc.).
Do not machine wash fabrics that have been
treated with solvents or flammable liquids.
Dosage
Follow the instructions on the detergent pack in
relation to:
the degree and type of soiling;
the size of the load:
full load: follow the detergent
manufacturers instructions;
half load: 3/4 the amount used for a full
load;
minimum load (about 1 kg): half the amount
used for a full load;
water hardness in your area (ask for
information from your water company): soft
water requires less detergent than hard
water.
Notes:
Too much detergent can result in excess foam
formation, and the reduction of washing
efficiency. If the appliance detects excessive foam
it may prevent spinning.
Insufficient detergent may result in: grey laundry,
deposits on the drum, tub and heater.
You can use liquid detergent in the Prewash
phase for programmes with this option. In this
case put only powder detergents in the
compartment for the main wash .
When using concentrated fabric softeners, add
water in the detergent dispenser up to MAX level
mark.
To prevent dispensing problems when using highly
concentrated powder and liquid detergents, use
the special detergent ball or bag supplied with the
detergent and place it inside the drum.
Water hardness: soft water requires less detergent
Water hardness
area
Characteristics German scale
°dH
French scale
°fH
Clarke scale
°eH
1
2
3
4
soft
average
hard
very hard
0-7
7-14
14-21
over 21
0-12
12-25
25-37
over 37
0-9
9-17
17-26
over 26
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Starching
Dissolve/dilute the starch, powder or liquid, in
approximately 1 litre of water in a container. Load
the machine, close the door, select Rinse and
Spin and start. Once the machine has started
filling, pour the dissolved starch into detergent
dispenser chamber . Flush the chamber straight
away by adding about half a litre of water
LIQUID BLEACH (HYPOCHLORITE)
There are two possible ways to use liquid bleach
(hypochlorite).
IMPORTANT:
In a machine without a specific bleach dispenser
chamber , only the pre-bleach method can be
used (see point 2).
1.Traditional way:
Add bleach into the bleach dispenser
chamber .
Add detergent in the main wash dispenser
chamber .
Select a programme and temperature and start
the machine.
The machine will automatically deliver both
products to the laundry at the appropriate time,
the detergent is added in the main wash, the
bleach is added during the second cold rinse.
Filling the detergents and additives
1. Pull out the detergent dispenser to its full extent.
The dispenser will have three or four chambers depending on model.
2.Fill the detergent:
Programme with pre- and main wash
Main wash programme without prewash
When using liquid detergent, remove the coloured
insert (if provided, C) and fit it in the
compartment.
The graduate scale on the insert makes dosing easier.
Fabric softeners and conditioners, no more than
to MAX mark (three chambers model B).
Chlorine bleach, no more than to MAX mark
(four chambers model A).
Stain remover agents
Water softeners (water hardness class 4)
Starch (dissolved in water)
3.Close the detergent dispenser completely.
A
B
C
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2. Pre-bleach method:
Laundry with heavy stains may be
PRE-BLEACHED in the machine prior to carrying out
a normal wash programme. Proceed by diluting the
bleach in approximately 1l water outside of the
washing machine in a small container.
For a machine with temperature selector:
Turn the programme selector to programme 4.
Turn the temperature selector to Min.
Warning: Bleaching is only possible in a cold wash,
otherwise your laundry and your appliance will be
damaged.
For a machine without temperature
selector:
Turn the programme selector to programme 5.
Press the special option button cold wash
(if available).
Warning: Bleaching is only possible in a cold wash,
otherwise your laundry and your appliance will be
damaged.
Poor the diluted bleach into chamber and start
the machine.
After this pre-bleach wash, do a normal wash, in
which more not bleachable laundry can be added.
Add detergent into chamber and start a wash
programme. For this subsequent wash a lower
temperature wash programme (for example 40°C)
can be sufficient because of the pre-bleach
treatment. In this way energy can be saved.
Note:
Bleach should only be used with bleachable
fabrics.
DYEING
Commercially available products usually consist of
a dye colour, fixing agent and salt.
Pour the dye colour, fixing agent and salt directly
into the empty drum, and only then load the
laundry.
Only use products designed for use in washing
machines.
Follow the manufacturers instructions.
Plastic and rubber components of the machine
can be stained by dyes.
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WASHING PROGRAMME
Selecting the programme:
1.Plug in the appliance.
2.Turn on the water supply tap.
3.Set the Programme Selector knob to the desired programme.
4.Depending on model, set the Temperature Selector knob to the desired temperature.
5.Depending on model, set the Spin Speed Selector knob to the desired spin speed.
6.Select additional options, if desired, pressing the corresponding button.
By a further pressing of the button this option can be turned off again.
7.Check that the door is well closed. Press the On/Off button.
The indicator light will come on (if it is present - depending on the model).
Door lock
The door locks automatically after the programme start until the end of the programme.
If the programme selector is moved to the Stop position or if the electricity supply is interrupted,
then after approximately one minute the door is released.
In case of interrupted electricity do not open the door, because hot water could be released from the
appliance.
Programme end
The programme selector knob is at the stop position.
1.Press the On/Off button. The indicator light turns off.
2.Cancel the special options by pressing the appropriate buttons.
3.Turn the water supply tap off.
4.Wait for the door to unlock (about one minute).
5.Open the door and unload the machine.
N.B. Do not fully close the door but leave it ajar to allow the drum to dry out.
Changing programme
1.Press the On/Off button. The indicator lights turns off.
2.Select the new programme.
3.Press the On/Off button. The new program will re-start.
For this programme do not add any further detergent.
Changing options
The options can be selected or deselected without switching off the appliance.
Programme interruption or pause
To interrupt the running programme for a certain period and continue it at a later time:
1.Press the On/Off button.
2.Following the desired pause press the On/Off button once again.
Cancelling the programme
If the current programme is to be terminated prematurely and cancelled, the water must be pumped out
first before the door can be opened:
1.Press the On/Off button to switch off the appliance.
2.Set the programme selector to programme setting Drain.
3.Press the On/Off button in order to start the Drain programme.
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REMOVING THE FILTER
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER
1. Switch off the appliance and drain the water (see next
paragraph Draining residual water).
2. Open the filter cover with a coin.
3. Place a tray or container beneath the cover.
4. Slowly turn the filter anticlockwise without
unscrewing it completely (using pliers to handle the
filter grip makes screwing easier).
5. Wait until all the water has drained off.
6. Now unscrew the filter completely and remove it.
7. Remove any foreign material from the filter.
8. Check that the pump rotor moves freely.
9. Insert the filter and screw it in clockwise firmly until
it locks.
10. Pour 1/2 litre of water into the detergent drawer and
check that water does not leak from the filter.
11. Close the cover.
Check the filter two or three times a year and clean it if
necessary.
Check the filter if the appliance is not draining properly
or if it fails to perform spin cycles.
Remove the filter if the pump is blocked by an object
(buttons, coins, safety pins, etc.).
IMPORTANT: Make sure the water has had time to
cool before draining the appliance.
1.Switch off the appliance.
2.Unplug the machine from the mains.
3.Unclip the drain hose connection on the rear part of the machine
(see arrow Aand B).
4.Place a container in suitable size beside the machine.
Note: After a correct draining cycle the residual water amounts
about up to 1 litre but there can be up to 20 litres of water in the
machine if stopped during a programme and even 40 litres if the
pump is blocked.
5.Lower the drain hose into a container and let the water drain.
Note: Make sure that the water has cooled before draining.
6.Wait until the flow stops.
7. Fix again the drain hose on the rear side of the machine (see arrow B)
otherwise there is the risk of leakage and the normal filling and
draining functions of the machine cannot be guaranteed.
8.Replace the drain hose with the U bend and fix it.
When should I drain residual water?
Before transporting (moving) the machine.
 If the appliance is installed in a room subject to sub-zero
temperatures. It is best in this case to drain the machine
after every wash.
2
6
4
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Appliance exterior and control panel
Clean using normal household cleaner (do not
use abrasive products and no solvents).
Dry with a soft cloth.
Door seal
Clean with a damp cloth when necessary.
Periodically check the fold of the seal for foreign
objects.
Filter
Check and clean the filter two or three times a
year (see Removing the filter).
Detergent dispenser
1.Disengage the detergent dispenser by pressing the
release lever and lately remove the drawer.
2.Remove the inserts softener compartment, and the
siphon from the chlorine bleach compartment, (if
available, four chambers model A).
3.Wash all the parts under running water.
4.Replace the parts and refit the detergent dispenser.
Push the siphon firmly into place.
A
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Water hose mesh filter
Check and clean periodically.
For machines with a straight water supply hose A
1.Turn off the tap.
2.Unscrew the hose from the tap.
3.Clean the internal filter.
4.Screw the supply hose back onto the tap.
5.Unscrew the hose from the machine.
6. Remove the filter from the washing machine with pliers and clean it.
7.Replace the filter and screw the hose connection back on to the
machine.
8.Turn on the tap and ensure that the connections are completely
water-tight.
For machines with Water Stop hose B
1.Turn off the tap.
2.Unscrew the hose from the tap.
3.Clean the filter.
4.Screw the Water Stop hose back onto the tap.
5.Turn on the tap and ensure that the connection is completely
water-tight.
A
B
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The appliance will not start, no lamp lights
up.
Check whether:
the appliance is plugged in;
the wall socket is functioning correctly
(use a table lamp or similar).
ON/OFF button pressed.
the water tap is open. If not, open the tap and
switch the appliance first off, then on.
the appliance door is properly closed
(child safety);
a programme has been selected and the
programme is started;
The appliance stops during the programme.
Check whether:
the Rinse Hold button is pushed, terminate
this option by pressing the button again;
On/Off button has accidentally been pressed;
press On/Off button again.
No water or insufficient water supply.
Check whether:
the tap is turned on completetly;
kinks are present in water hose;
the water hose filter is blocked;
the water hose is frozen up;
N.B: Afterwards switch the appliance off, then on.
Waste water not pumped out.
Check whether:
the drain hose is correctly installed
(see Installation Instructions);
the filter is blocked.
the drain hose is frozen up.
the Rinse hold button is pressed.
Detergent and additive product residues in
dispenser at end of wash.
Check whether:
the siphon is correctly installed and clean
(see Care and Maintenance);
enough water is being supplied. The mesh filters
between the inlet hose and the tap could be
clogged (see Care and Maintenance). Check
and clean the filter two or three times a year
(see Removing the filter).
Also see Detergent and Additives for information.
The appliance vibrates during the spin
cycle.
Check whether:
the appliance is levelled and solidly installed on
all four feet (see Installation Instructions);
the transit bolts have been removed. The transit
bolts must be removed before the appliance can
be used (see Installation Instructions).
Water Stop fault (depending on model)
When the appliance detects a water leakage the
pump runs continuously.
Switch off the appliance, unplug it and make sure
that the water tap is closed.
The Water Stop may have been triggered by:
1.too much foam;
2.leakage in the inlet hose or in the appliance.
Tilt the appliance forwards carefully to allow the
collected water to flow out from the bottom of the
appliance. Then:
1.connect the appliance to the electrical outlet,
2.open the tap,
3.reselect the desidered programme and press the
On/Off button.
Important: if the fault occurs again, call After-
Sales Service with details about the fault (see
After-Sales Service).
Final spin results are poor:
The appliance has an imbalance detection and
correction system. If individual heavy articles are
loaded (bathmat, bathrobe, etc.) this system may
reduce the spin speed automatically to protect the
appliance or even interrupt the spin cycle
altogether, if the imbalance is too great even after
several spin starts.
if the laundry is still too wet at the end of the
cycle, add smaller articles of laundry to balance
the load and repeat the spin cycle.
excessive foam formation may prevent spinning.
Ensure correct amount of detergent is used
Important: this machine is fitted with a safety
system. The programme is interrupted after a few
minutes if one of the following happens:
no water supply;
pump blocked.
If the pump is blocked, switch off the appliance
and clean the pump (see Removing the filter).
Then re-start the appliance.
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AFTER-SALES SERVICE
Before contacting After-Sales Service:
1.Try to remedy the problem yourself
(see Troubleshooting guide).
2.Restart the programme to check whether the
problem has solved itself.
3.If the machine continues to function incorrectly,
call After-Sales Service.
Specify:
The nature of the problem.
The exact model of the appliance.
The service code (number after the word
SERVICE).
The After-Sales Service sticker is on the
inside of the door.
Your full address.
Your telephone number and area code.
After-Sales Service phone numbers and
addresses are given on the guarantee card.
Alternatively, consult the dealer where you
purchased the appliance.
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
Never move the appliance carrying by the worktop.
1.Unplug the appliance.
2.Turn off the tap.
3.Remove the water supply and drain hose.
4.Eliminate all water from the hoses and from the appliance (see Removing the filter,
Draining residual water).
5.Fit the transit bolts (obligatory) (see Installation).
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INSTALLATION
Remove the transit screws
The appliance is fitted with two transit screws and a transit bar
to prevent internal damage while it is being moved.
Before using the appliance the transit screws and transit bar
MUST be removed.
The appliance is fitted with two screws and a transit bar.
1.Remove the black screw (A) with a screwdriver.
2.Unscrew the screw (B) on the red transit bar with a screwdriver.
3.Completely withdraw and remove the transit bar (C) by pulling
firmly on the red handle.
Keep the screws and the bar for future use.
Note: Refit the transit screws and transit bar before transporting
the appliance by repeating the above steps in reverse order. In
order to locate the screws and bar correctly, it will be necessary
to remove the appliance top, having first made sure that the
appliance is disconnected from water and electricity supplies.
Adjust the feet
If the floor is uneven, adjust the levelling feet as required (do not
insert pieces of wood etc. under the feet):
Adjust the right foot by turning it by hand to assure that all
four feet touch properly the floor.
If the appliance is to be installed on a wooden floor, distribute
the weight by placing it on a 60 x 60 cm sheet of plywood at least
3 cm in thickness.
Secure the plywood sheet to the floor.
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Connect the water inlet hose
For models with straight hose A
1.Insert the dirt strainer (already premounted on the hose end or
included in the accessories) into the threaded tap coupling.
2.Carefully screw the hose connection onto the tap preferably by
hand.
3.Make sure there are no kinks in the hose.
4.Check water-tightness of tap and appliance connections by
turning the tap completely on.
If the hose is too short, replace it with a suitable length of
pressure resistant hose (1000 kPa min, EN 50084 approved type).
Periodically check the hose for brittleness and cracks and replace
if necessary.
The appliance can be connected without an anti-backpressure
valve.
For models with Water Stop hose B
If the flexible hose is damaged, unplug the appliance from the
mains immediately.
1.Screw the threaded connector with the filter inserted onto the
tap.
2.Check water-tightness of tap and appliance connections by
turning the tap completely on.
If the hose is too short, replace it with a 3 m Water Stop hose
(available from After-Sales Service or from your dealer). This
operation must be carried out exclusively by a licensed
electrician.
The appliance must not be connected to the mixing tap of a non-
pressurized water heater.
The inlet hose and the plastic enclosure at the tap connection
contain electrical components. Do not cut the hose and do not
immerse the plastic enclosure in water.
A
B
Connect the water drain hose
Drain hose
Drain hose connection to water outlet.
1.Unhook the drain hose from the left clip;
see arrow (A).
Important:
Do NOT loosen the drain hose connection;
see arrow (B), otherwise there is the risk of leakage (danger of
scalding with hot water) and the normal filling and draining
functions of the machine cannot be guaranteed.
2.Fit the drain hose either to the siphon or hook it over the edge
of a sink or bath tub with the U bend. Small hand basins are
not suitable.
3.Minimum drain height: 60 cm.
Maximum U-bend drain height: 90 cm.
4.If you need to add an extension, use a flexible hose of the same
type and secure the union with screw-on hose clips. Maximum
overall drain hose length 2.5 m.
Important:
Make sure that there are no kinks in the drain hose run.
Take precautions against it falling while the appliance is
running.
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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
Do not use extension leads or multi sockets.
Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations.
1) Warning - this appliance must be earthed
This appliance is normally supplied with a mains lead having a plug fitted in the factory which has been
checked for correct earth continuity.
If the fitted plug is not suitable for your socket outlet, or if the machines mains lead is not fitted with
a plug, you should fit a suitable new, good quality plug by following the instructions in (2) below.
Any unsuitable plug should be cut off and disposed of in order to avoid a possible shock hazard should it
be inserted into a socket.
2) CONNECTION TO A REWIRABLE PLUG - to be carried out only by a qualified electrician
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:
BLUE - NEUTRAL (N)
BROWN - LIVE (L)
GREEN AND YELLOW - EARTH (E)
VALID ONLY FOR GREAT BRITAIN AND IRELAND
To fit a new plug, proceed as follows:
2.1 Polarized Plugs (e.g. 3 pin, 13 amp plug conforming to BS
1363A)
a. The GREEN AND YELLOW wire must be connected to the
terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or by
the Earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.
b. The BLUE wire must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter N or coloured blue.
c. The BROWN wire must be connected to the terminal which is
marked with the letter L or coloured brown.
2.2) Non-polarized plugs (e.g. 2 pin with side earth contact)
The wire which is coloured GREEN AND YELLOW must be connected to the earth contact. The other two wires
should be connected to the two pins, irrespective of colour.
FUSE REPLACEMENT
If the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13 amp
fused plug, replace the fuse only with an A.S.T.A. approved type
conforming to BS 1362 and proceed as follows:
Remove the fuse cover (A) and the fuse (B).
Fit the replacement 13 A fuse into the fuse cover.
Refit both into the plug.
For all other types of plug, the supply socket should be protected
by a 16 A fuse or circuit breaker at the distribution board.
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