Zanussi Electrolux FXC 1206 User manual

WASAUTOMAAT
LAVE-LINGE
WASCHAUTOMAT
WASHING MACHINE
FXC 1206 - FXC 1406
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GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING
NOTICE D’UTILISATION
GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG
USER MANUAL
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Dear customer,
Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in
the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any
future owners.
Transport damages
When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service
Centre.
The symbols you will see on some paragraphs of this booklet have the following meaning:
The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is
particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance.
The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use
of the appliance.
Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol.
Our contribution to the protection of the
environment: we use recycled paper.
Contents
Warnings 61
Disposal 62
Tips for environmental protection 62
Technical specifications 62
Installation 63
Unpacking 63
Positioning and levelling 63
Water inlet 63
Water drainage 64
Electrical connection 64
Your new washing machine 65
●Detergent dispenser drawer 65
●Door locked light 65
Use 66
Control panel 66
Controls 66-68
Washing hints 68
Sorting the laundry 68
Temperatures 68
Before loading the laundry 68
Maximum loads 68
Laundry weights 68
Removing stains 69
Detergents and additives 69
International wash code symbols 70
Operating sequence 71-72
Programme tables 73-74
Maintenance 75
Bodywork 75
Door seal 75
Detergent dispenser drawer 75
Water inlet filter 75
Drain pump 75
Emergency emptying out 76
Frost precautions 76
Something not working? 77-78
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Installation
• All internal packing must be removed before using
the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to
the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective
transit devices are not removed or are not
completely removed. Refer to the relevant
paragraph in the instruction book.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance
must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
• Any plumbing work required to install this
appliance must be carried out by a qualified
plumber.
• After having installed the machine, check that it is
not standing on its electrical supply cable.
• If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor,
ensure that air can circulate freely between the feet
and the floor.
Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It
must not be used for purposes other than those for
which it was designed.
• Only wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. Follow the instructions on each
garment label.
• Do not overload the appliance. Follow the
instructions in the instruction book.
• Make sure that all pockets are empty. Objects
such as coins, safety pins, pins and screws can
cause extensive damage.
• Do not machine wash garments saturated with
petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc.
If such fluids have been used to remove stains
prior to washing, wait until they have completely
evaporated from the fabric before placing
garments in the appliance.
• Place small items such as socks, belts, etc. in a
cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them getting
trapped between the drum and the tub.
• Use only the recommended quantities of fabric
softener. An excessive amount could damage the
laundry.
• Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the
appliance is not in use. This preserves the door
seal and prevents the formation of musty smells.
• Always check that water has emptied out before
opening the door. If not, drain the water following
the instructions in the instruction book.
Warnings
• Always unplug the appliance and shut the water
tap after use.
General safety
• Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by
qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by
inexperienced persons could cause serious
danger. Contact your local Service Centre.
• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the
plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug
itself.
• During high temperature wash programmes the
door glass may get hot. Do not touch it!
Child safety
• Children are often not aware of how dangerous
electrical appliances can be. When the machine is
working, children should be carefully supervised
and not be allowed to play with the appliance.
• The packaging components (e.g. plastic film,
polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger
of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s
reach.
• Make sure that children or pets do not climb into
the drum. To avoid this the machine incorporates a
special feature. To activate this device, rotate the
button (without pressing it) inside the door
clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If
necessary use a coin.
To disable this device and restore the possibility of
closing the door, rotate the button anti-clockwise
until the groove is vertical.
• When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the
electrical supply cable and destroy the plug with
the remaining cable. Disable the door catch in
order to prevent children from becoming trapped
inside while playing.
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The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before
installing or using the appliance.
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Disposal
Tips for environmental protection
Packaging materials
The materials marked with the symbol are
recyclable.
>PE<=polyethylene
>PS<=polystyrene
>PP<=polypropylene
This means that they can be recycled by disposing
of them properly in appropriate collection
containers.
Machine
Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance.
Help to keep your country tidy!
To save water, energy and to help protect the
environment, we recommend that you follow these
tips:
• Normally soiled laundry may be washed without
prewashing in order to save detergent, water and
time (the environment is protected too!).
• The machine works more economically if it is fully
loaded. Do not overload!
• With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limited
soiling can be removed; the laundry can then be
washed at a lower temperature.
• Measure out detergent according to the water
hardness, the degree of soiling and the quantity of
laundry being washed.
DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm
Width 60 cm
Depth 63 cm
MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 6 kg
Synthetics 3.kg
Delicates 3 kg
Woollens 2 kg
SPIN SPEED 1200 rpm max. (FXC 1206)
1400 rpm max. (FXC 1406)
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY 220-230 V/50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2200 W
MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10 A
WATER PRESSURE Minimum 50 kPa
Maximum 800 kPa
This appliance complies with the following EEC Directives:
73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 relating to low voltage
Technical specifications
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Unpacking
All transit bolts and packing must be removed
before using the appliance.
You are advised to keep all transit devices so that
they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be
transported again.
1. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the two
rear bottom screws. Slide out the two plastic
pins.
2. Lay the machine on its back, taking care not to
squash the hoses. This can be avoided by
placing one of the corner packing pieces
between the machine and the floor.
3. Remove the polystyrene block from the bottom of
the machine and release the two plastic bags.
4. Very carefully slide out the left polythene bag,
removing it towards the right and then
downwards.
5. Very carefully slide out the right polythene bag,
removing it towards the left and then upwards.
5. Set the machine upright and remove the
remaining rear screw. Slide out the relevant pin.
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7. Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will
find in the envelope containing the instruction
booklet.
Positioning
Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
Make sure that air circulation around the machine is
not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the
machine does not touch the wall or other kitchen
units.
Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or
out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar
materials under the machine to compensate for any
unevenness in the floor.
Water inlet
Connect the water inlet hose supplied with the
machine to a tap with a 3/4" thread.
Do not use already employed hoses for water
connection.
Important!
Before connecting up the machine to new pipework
or to pipework that has not been used for some
time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush
out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.
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The other end of the inlet hose which connects to
the machine can be turned in any direction. Simply
loosen the fitting, rotate the hose and retighten the
fitting, making sure there are no water leaks.
The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too
short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will
have to purchase a new, longer hose specially
designed for this type of use.
Water drainage
The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three
ways:
Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic
hose guide supplied with the machine. In this
case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked
when the machine is emptying.
This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece
of string or attaching it to the wall.
In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must be
above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm
above the ground.
Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less
than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm.
The end of the drain hose must always be
ventilated, i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe
must be larger than the outside diameter of the drain
hose.
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Any extension applied to the drainage hose should
not be longer than 200 cm and its diameter must not
be smaller than that of the original hose. Use a
suitable fitting for the connection.
The drain hose must not be kinked.
For a correct functioning of the machine the
drain hose must remain hooked on the proper
support piece situated on the top part of the back
side of the appliance.
Electrical connection
This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V,
single-phase, 50 Hz supply.
Check that your domestic electrical installation can
take the maximum load required (2.2 kW), also
taking into account any other appliances in use.
Connect the machine to an earthed socket.
The manufacturer declines any responsibility
for damage or injury through failure to comply
with the above safety precaution.
Should the appliance power supply cable
need to be replaced, this should be carried
out by our Service Centre.
Please ensure that when the appliance is
installed the power supply cable is easily
accessible.
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This new machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and
detergent consumption.
•The programme selector dial combines the function of programme and temperature selection, making it
easier to set the programme.
•The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care.
•The automatic cooling of the washing water from 95° to 60°C before draining will prevent old drain pipes
from being deformed and will reduce thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing.
•The unbalance detection device prevents vibration during spinning.
•The ECO valve allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.
1 Detergent dispenser drawer
2 Control panel
3 Door handle
4 Drain pump
5 Adjustable feet
Your new washing machine
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Detergent dispenser drawer
Prewash
Main wash
Fabric softener, starch
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Use
Programme Option buttons
Depending on the programme, different functions
can be combined. These must be selected after
choosing the desired programme and before
depressing the START/PAUSE button.
When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding
pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again,
the pilot lights go out.
If an incorrect option is selected, the pilot lights flash
for about 2 seconds.
1 “ECO”/EXTRA QUICK” button
By depressing this button you can select two different
options:
•ECO: by depressing this button together with
programme “Cotton 60°C” and “Cotton 40°C”, the
temperarure decrease and the washing time
increase by some minutes.
This function can be used for normally soiled
laundry in order to save energy.
•EXTRA QUICK: a very short cycle for cotton,
synthetic or delicate items (not avaiable for
wool) that have been used or worn for a short
time.
The light corresponding to the selected option
illuminates.
These options cannot be used with the Eco option.
The washing time will be reduced according to the
type of fabric and the selected temperature.
Max. recommended load for cotton 3.5 kg.
2 “PREWASH” button
Select this option if you wish your laundry to be
prewashed before the main wash (not available for
wool).
The prewash ends with a short spin in programmes for
cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the programme
for delicate fabrics the water is only drained.
3 “ ” button
The Extra Rinse option can be selected with all
programmes except the wool programme. The
machine will perform 2 additional rinses. This option
is recommended for people who are allergic to
detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft.
4 “EASY IRON” button
Selecting this button the laundry is gently washed
and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is
easier.
Furthermore the machine will perform 6 rinses
instead of 3 for cotton and 4 rinses instead of 3 for
synthetics.
This function can be used for cotton and synthetic
fabrics.
5 “Start/Pause” button
After having selected the programme and the
required options press this button to start the
machine. The corresponding pilot light stops flashing
and remains lit.
To interrupt a programme which is running, depress
the Start/Pause button: the corresponding pilot light
starts to flash.
To restart the programme from the point at which it
was interrupted, press the START/PAUSE button
again.
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6 Programme progress display
By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights
corresponding to the various phases making up the
programme come on.
After the machine has started, only the running
phase pilot light stays on.
●PREWASHING: when this light comes on this
means that the machine is performing the
prewashing phase.
●WASHING: when this light comes on this means
that the machine is performing the washing
phase.
●RINSE = when this light comes on this means
that the machine is performing the rinse phase.
●SPIN = when this light comes on this means
that the machine is performing the spin phase.
●END = end of programme
The END pilot light flashes in the event of operating
problems:
- 4 flashes = the door has not been closed
- 2 flashes = the machine does not empty
- 1 flash = the machine does not fill
To eliminate the problem, see paragraph “Something
not working”.
7 Spin speed selector dial
This dial allows you to reduce the final and the
intermediate spin speeds or to select the NO SPIN
or RINSE HOLD (anti-crease) option.
The speeds on the dial refer to cotton programmes.
Position 1200 or 1400 corresponds to 900 r.p.m. for
synthetics and wool and 700 r.p.m. for delicates.
Position 500 corresponds to 450 r.p.m. for delicates
and 500 r.p.m. for synthetics and wool.
●NO SPIN : by selecting this option all the
spinning phases are suppressed. To be used for
extremely delicate items.
The machine will add 3 rinses on cotton
programmes and 1 rinse on synthetic
programme.
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WASHING
●RINSE HOLD (anti-crease) : by selecting this
option the water of the last rinse is not emptied
out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. When
the programme has finished the phase light END
is on to indicate that the water must be emptied
out. The door cannot be opened.
To do this:
●turn the programme selector dial to “O”
●select the drain or spin programme.
Using the spin speed selector dial you can
choose the desired spin. If the dial remains on
position or the machine will perform the
spin speed at 400 rpm.
●depress START button.
8 Programme selector dial
The selector is divided into 5 sections:
• Cotton
• Synthetic
• Delicate
• Wool
• Special programmes
O Reset programme/OFF
The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or
anticlockwise.
Position corresponds to “cold wash”.
At the end of the programme the selector dial
must be turned to position O.
Attention!
If during a washing programme the selector dial is
turned to another programme, the pilot lights of the
programme progress display start to flash. The
machine will not perform the new selected
programme.
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Washing hints
Sorting the laundry
Follow the wash code symbols on each garment
label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions.
Sort the laundry as follows:
whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens.
Temperatures
95° for normally soiled white cottons and linen
(e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths,
sheets...)
60° for normally soiled, colour fast garments
(e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas....) in
linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for
lightly soiled white cotton (e.g. underwear).
(cold) for delicate items (e.g. net curtains), mixed
30°-40° laundry including synthetic fibres and
woollens bearing the label «pure new
wool, machine washable, non-shrink».
The wool wash cycle of this machine has
been approved by Woolmark for the
washing of machine washable Woolmark
products provided that the garments are
washed according to the instructions on
the garment label and those issued by the
manufacturer of this washing machine.
M9604.
Other types of wool and laundry marked
with the “handwash” symbol should
be washed in Wool programme .
Before loading the laundry
Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites
may lose their “whiteness” in the wash.
New coloured items may run in the first wash; they
should therefore be washed separately the first time.
Make sure that no metal objects are left in the
laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins).
Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks
and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes.
Remove persistent stains before washing. Rub
particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or
detergent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or
tie them up in a bag or net.
Maximum loads
Recommended loads are indicated in the
programme charts.
General rules:
Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed;
Synthetics: drum no more than half full;
Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than
one third full.
Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient
use of water and energy.
For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.
Laundry weights
The following weights are indicative:
bathrobe 1200 g
napkin 100 g
quilt cover 700 g
sheet 500 g
pillow case 200 g
tablecloth 250 g
towelling towel 200 g
tea cloth 100 g
night dress 200 g
ladies’ briefs 100 g
man’s work shirt 600 g
man’s shirt 200 g
man’s pyjamas 500 g
blouse 100 g
men’s underpants 100 g
Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water
and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them
prior to washing.
Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried
stains, soak overnight in water with a special
detergent then rub in the soap and water.
Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain
remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the
stain; treat several times.
Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay
the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with
the fingertips and a cotton cloth.
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Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust
removing product used cold. Be careful with rust
stains which are not recent since the cellulose
structure will already have been damaged and the
fabric tends to hole.
Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites
and fast coloureds only).
Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and
fast coloureds only).
Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*),
lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat
stains with methylated spirits. Remove any residual
marks from white fabrics with bleach.
Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and
treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any
residual marks with bleach.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric
first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any
residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then
rinse thoroughly.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated
spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.
(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the choice of
detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid
waste and protect the environment. Although
biodegradable, detergents contain substances
which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate
balance of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the type of
fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour,
washing temperature and degree of soiling.
All commonly available washing machine detergents
may be used in this appliance:
– powder detergents for all types of fabric,
– powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max)
and woollens,
- liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature
wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of
fabric, or special for woollens only.
The detergent and any additives must be placed in
the appropriate compartments of the dispenser
drawer before starting the wash programme.
If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a
programme without prewash must be selected.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer
compartment marked just before starting the
programme.
Any fabric softener or starching additives must be
poured into the compartment marked before
starting the wash programme.
Follow the product manufacturer’s
recommendations on quantities to use and do not
exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent
dispenser drawer.
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will depend on
the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and
hardness of the water used.
Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees”
of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in
your area can be obtained from the relevant water
supply company, or from your local authority.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on
quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
– you are washing a small load,
– the laundry is lightly soiled,
– large amounts of foam form during washing.
Degrees of water hardness
Level Characteristic
Degrees
German
°dH
French
°T.H.
soft
medium
hard
very hard
0- 7
8-14
15-21
more
than 21
0-15
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more
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International wash code symbols
These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry.
Energetic wash
Delicate wash
Max. wash
temperature
95°C
Max. wash
temperature
60°C
Max. wash
temperature
40°C
Max. wash
temperature
30°C
Hand wash Do not
wash
at all
Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach
Ironing Hot iron
max 200°C
Warm iron
max 150°C
Lukewarm iron
max 110°C
Do not iron
Dry cleaning Dry cleaning
in all solvents
Dry cleaning in
perchlorethylene,
petrol, pure alcohol,
R 111 & R 113
Dry cleaning
in petrol,
pure alcohol
and R 113
Do not
dry clean
Drying Flat On the line On clothes
hanger
Tumble dry
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low
temperature
Do not
tumble dry
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5. Select the spin speed or option or
Turn the selector dial to the required position.
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6. Select the required options
The light corresponding to the depressed button
illuminates.
7. Start the programme
Depress START/PAUSE-button, the corresponding
pilot light stops flashing. The WASHING light
illuminates.
8. Altering a programme
You can alter the programme before it starts.
When the programme has started, you can only
reset it by turning the programme selector dial to O
and then you can select the new programme.
Start it by depressing the START/PAUSE button.
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Operating sequence
Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2
litres of water into the main wash compartment
of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO
valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the
machine empty, in order to remove any
manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash
compartment and start up the machine.
1. Place the laundry in the drum
Open the door.
Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time,
shaking them out as much as possible.
Close the door.
2. Measure out the detergent
Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure
out the amount of detergent recommended by the
manufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into the
main wash compartment .
If you have selected the prewash, pour detergent
into the appropriate compartment marked .
3. Measure out the additive
If required, pour fabric softener into the
compartment marked , without exceeding the
«MAX» mark.
4. Select the desired programme
Turn the programme selector dial to the desired
position.
The light of the START/PAUSE button starts to flash.
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9. Interrupting a programme
Depress the START/PAUSE button to interrupt a
programme which is running, the corresponding light
starts to flash. Depress the same button again to
restart the programme.
10. Cancelling a programme
Turn the selector dial to Oto cancel a programme
which is running.
Now you can select a new programme.
11. Opening the door after the
programme has started
First set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the
START/PAUSE button.
If the door does not open, this means that the water
temperature is above 55°C, that the water level is
above the bottom edge of the door or that the drum
is turning.
If you cannot open the door but you need to open it
you have to switch the machine off by turning the
programme selector dial to “O”. After about 3
minutes the door can be opened (pay attention to
the water level and temperature!).
Select the programme again and depress
START/PAUSE to restart it.
12. At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically.
If the anti-crease option has been selected, the
END light remains lit to indicate that the water must
be emptied out before opening the door.
To do this turn the programme selector dial to “O”
and then to programme (drain) or (spin).
Select the required spin speed by means of the
relevant dial.
Switch the machine off by turning the programme
selector dial to “O”.
Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully
check that the drum is empty so as to avoid any
forgotten items being damaged in a subsequent
wash (e.g. shrinking) or their colour running into a
load of whites.
If you do not intend to carry out another wash, close
the water tap.
Leave the door open to prevent the formation of
mildew and unpleasant smells.
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Programme table
In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on the energy label refer to the “Cotton
60°C” wash programme selected with ECO option:
Energy: 1,02 kWh
Water: 49 lt
Duration: 145 min.
* The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it may vary depending on the
quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest
temperature for each wash programme.
WASHING PROGRAMMES
Fabrics
Temperature/
Programme
Type of laundry Additional
functions
Wash load
max. Energy
kWh
Water
lt
Duration
min.
Consumptions*
Coloured
cotton
Non-fast coloured
items, for example
underwear, shirts,
blouses
White and
coloured
cotton
60°
COTTON
Fast coloured items,
for example hand
towels, sheets,
underwear,
tablecloths, shirts,
blouses
Synthetics
- 30°-40°
DELICATE
Shirts, blouses,
underwear, mixed
fabrics
Acrylic, viscose,
polyester items,
curtains
Delicates
White
cotton
Sheets, household
linen, towels,
tablecloths
95°
COTTON
30°
COTTON
30°-40°-
60°
SYNTHETIC
6 kg
3 kg 0.95 55 90
3 kg 0.55 57 65
6 kg 2.3 57 150
1.3 54 125
6 kg 0.55 54 120
EXTRA QUICK
PREWASH
SPIN
/
EXTRA QUICK
PREWASH
EASY IRON
SPIN
/
ECO/EXTRA QUICK
PREWASH
EASY IRON
SPIN
/
EXTRA QUICK
PREWASH
/EASY IRON
SPIN
/
Coloured
cotton
Non-fast coloured
items, for example
underwear, shirts,
blouses
40°
COTTON
6 kg 0.55 54 120
ECO/EXTRA QUICK
PREWASH
/ EASY IRON
SPIN
/
EXTRA QUICK
PREWASH
EASY IRON
SPIN
/
Wool
- 30°
WOOL
Special programme
for garments bearing
the “ Pure new wool,
non-shrink, machine
washable” label
SPIN
2 kg 0.3 55 50
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Programme table
SPECIAL PROGRAMMES
* The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it may vary depending on
the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature.
Programme
selector dial
position
Rinses
Programme Programme
description
Additional
functions
Wash load
max. Energy
kWh
Water
lt
Duration
min.
Consumptions*
For rinsing
hand washed
items
3 rinses with liquid
additive, if required
Short spin
6 kg 0.06 59 30
/--1.5
6 kg --5
Drain
For emptying
out the water
of the last
rinse of
programmes
with
option
Separate spin
for cotton,
synthetics,
delicates and
wool
Water draining
Short spin
Spin
SPIN
/---
For
cancelling the
programme
which is
running or to
switch the
machine off.
O
Reset/Off
SPIN
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1. Bodywork
Clean the outside of the machine with soap and
water only. Rinse with clean water and dry with a
soft cloth.
Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents
or similar products to clean the bodywork.
2. Door seal
Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate
eventual possible objects that could be trapped in
the fold.
3. Detergent dispenser drawer
After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave
deposits in the drawer.
Clean the drawer from time to time by rinsing it
under a running tap. To remove the drawer from the
machine, press the button in the rear left-hand
corner.
To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive
compartments can be removed.
C0067
C0066
P1050
Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer
recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit the
drawer after cleaning.
4. Water inlet filter
If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill,
check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not
blocked.
Turn off the water tap.
Unscrew the hose from the tap.
Clean the filter with a stiff brush.
Screw the hose back onto the tap.
5. Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and
particularly if
• the machine does not empty and/or spin
• the machine makes an unusual noise during
draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins
etc. blocking the pump.
Proceed as follows:
• Disconnect the appliance.
• If necessary wait until the water has cooled down.
• Open the pump door.
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• Place a bowl on the floor to collect any spillage.
• Pull out the emergency emptying hose, place it in
the bowl and remove its cap.
• When no more water comes out, unscrew the
pump cover and remove it.
• Remove any objects from the pump impeller by
rotating it.
• Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose
and place the latter back in its seat.
• Screw the pump cover fully in.
• Close the pump door.
6. Emergency emptying out
If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to
empty out the machine:
• pull out the plug from the power socket;
• close the water tap;
• if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down;
• open the pump door;
• place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the
emergency emptying hose into the bowl. Remove
its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the
bowl. Whe the bowl is full, put the cap back on the
hose. Empty the bowl. Repeat the procedure until
water stops flowing out;
• clean the pump if necessary as previously
described;
• replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat
after having plugged it;
• screw the pump cover again and close the door.
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7. Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place where the
temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as
follows:
• Remove the plug from the socket.
• Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet
hose from the tap.
• Place the end of the emergency emptying hose
and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the
floor and let water drain out.
• Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition
the emergency emptying hose after having put the
cap on again.
By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is
removed, avoiding the formation of ice and,
consequently, breakage of the affected parts.
When you use the machine again, make sure that
the ambient temperature is above 0°C.
Important!
Every time you drain the water through the
emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of
water into the main wash compartment of the
detergent drawer and then run the drain
programme. This will activate the ECO valve
avoiding that part of the detergent remains unused
at next washing.
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Problems which you can resolve yourself, before calling the After Sales Service.
During machine operation it is possible that the END light starts to flash:
4 flashes= the door has not been closed
2 flashes= the machine does not empty
1 flash= the machine does not fill.
On models with buzzer an acoustic signal will be sound.
Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. If after all
checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.
Problem Possible cause
• The machine does not start up:
• The door is not firmly closed.
• The machine is not plugged in or there is no power
at the socket.
• The main fuse has blown.
• The programme selector dial is not positioned correctly
and the START/PAUSE button has not been
depressed.
• The machine does not fill: • The water tap is closed.
• The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.
• The filter in the inlet hose is blocked.
• The door is not properly closed.
• The machine fills then empties
immediately:
• The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to
relevant paragraph in “water drainage” section.
• The machine does not empty
and/or does not spin:
• The drain hose is squashed or kinked.
• A programme with option or has been
selected.
• The drain pump is clogged.
• There is water on the floor: • Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent
(creates too much foam) has been used.
• Check whether there are any leaks from one of the
inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this
as the water runs down the hose; check to see if it
is damp.
• The drain hose is damaged.
• The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not
been replaced after cleaning the pump.
• Unsatisfactory washing results: • Too little or too much detergent has been used.
• An unsuitable detergent has been used.
• Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to
washing.
• The correct temperature was not selected.
• Excessive laundry load.
• The machine vibrates or is noisy: • The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.
• The support feet have not been adjusted.
• The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.
Something not working?
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If you are unable to identify or solve the problem,
contact our service centre. Before telephoning,
make a note of the model, serial number and
purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre
will require this information.
Mod. ..........
Prod. No. ...........
Ser. No. .........
Mod. ..........
Prod. No. ...........
Ser. No. .........
P0042 BD
Problem Possible cause
• Water is not visible in the
machine:
• The machine, which is the result of modern
technology, runs in a very economical way with
low water consumption. Performance is
nevertheless excellent.
• Spinning starts late or the
machine does not spin:
• The electronic unbalance detection device has cut
in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in
the drum. The laundry is redistributed by reverse
rotation of the drum. This may happen several
times before the unbalance disappears and normal
spinning can resume. If, after 10 minutes, the
laundry is still not evenly distributed in the drum,
the machine will not spin. In this case, redistribute
the load manually and select the spin programme.
• The machine makes an unusual
noise
• The machine is fitted with a type of motor which
makes an unusual noise compared with other
traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer
start and more even distribution of the laundry in
the drum when spinning, as well as increased
stability of the machine.
• Detergent residue is left after the
wash cycle
• This is most probably due to non soluble
components contained in modern detergents. It is
not a sign of inadequate rinsing. Brush or shake
the garments and, if necessary, wash them again.
• Foam remains after the last rinse • Modern detergents can produce foam even after
rinsing, but this will not affect the quality of the
wash.
• The door will not open: • The programme is still running, the drum is turning.
• The door lock has not been released.
• The water level is above the bottom edge of the
door.
• The machine is heating the water.
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