First Wash Cycle; Precautions And General Recommendations - Whirlpool AWM 5500 Manual

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FIRST WASH CYCLE

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.

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
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