Faults
The spin result is not sat-
isfactory.
Laundry is wet/too damp.
The spin cycle runs sev-
eral times.
The programme is taking
longer than usual.
The programme duration
changes during the wash
cycle.
Residual water in the left-
hand care product com-
partment.
Odours in the washing
machine.
The Å indicator has lit
up on the touch display.
Foam may be leaking
from the detergent
drawer.
Repeated, intensive foam-
ing.
Detergent/fabric softener
drips off the seal and col-
lects on the door or in the
seal fold.
Loud noises, vibrations
and machine "wander-
ing" during the spin cycle.
The touch display does
not work while the appli-
ance is running.
Cause/remedy
Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system has interrupted the spin
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cycle because the laundry is unevenly distributed.
Distribute small and large items of laundry evenly in the drum.
Is Easy-Iron selected? ~ Page 29
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Is the selected speed too low?
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Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbalance.
Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbal-
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ance by repeatedly redistributing the laundry.
Not a fault – the foam detection system is active – a rinse cycle has been
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activated.
Not a fault – the programme sequence is optimised for the specific washing
process. This may change the programme duration shown on the display panel.
Not a fault – the effectiveness of the care product is not affected.
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Run the Drum Clean or Cottons 90 °C programme without laundry.
Add standard washing powder or a detergent that contains bleach.
To prevent foaming, only use half the amount of detergent recommended
Note:
by the detergent manufacturer. Do not use detergents intended for woollens or
delicates.
Have you used too much detergent?
Mix one tablespoon of fabric softener with 1/2 litre of water and pour it into the
left-hand compartment (not suitable for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items
stuffed with down).
Use less detergent in the next wash cycle.
Check your basic dosage and dosage strength settings.
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If necessary, use a different liquid detergent.
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There is too much detergent/fabric softener in the dispensers. Do not fill the
dispensers above the Max. mark.
Is the appliance level?Make the appliance level. ~ Page 17
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Are the appliance's feet secured?Secure the appliance's feet. ~ Page 17
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Have the transportation braces been removed? Remove the transportation
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braces. ~ Page 14
Has there been a power failure?
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Have the fuses blown/has the circuit breaker tripped? Switch on the circuit
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breaker/replace the fuses.
If the fault occurs repeatedly, call our after-sales service.
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