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W A S H I N G M A C H I N E

INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

EW 1255 F
GB
124 974 980

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  • Page 1: Instruction Booklet

    W A S H I N G M A C H I N E INSTRUCTION BOOKLET EW 1255 F 124 974 980...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Content Warnings Discarding Tips for environmental protection Technical specifications Installation Transit devices Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives...
  • Page 4: Warnings

    Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. General safety • In the event of a fault, do not attempt to repair the • This appliance is designed for domestic use. It appliance yourself.
  • Page 5: Discarding

    Child safety • Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach. • Children are often not aware of the dangers of • When the appliance is to be scrapped, pull the electrical appliances. When the machine is plug out of the socket, cut off the electrical supply working, children should be carefully supervised cable and destroy the plug with the remaining...
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm Width 60 cm Depth 57 cm MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 6 kg Synthetics, delicate fabrics 2 kg Woollens 1 kg SPIN SPEED 1200 rpm max. POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY 220-230V/50 Hz TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2200 W MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10 A WATER PRESSURE...
  • Page 7: Installation

    Installation Transit devices 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 rear right-hand bolt.
  • Page 8: Water Inlet

    Water inlet Connect the water inlet hose to a tap with a 3/4" thread after having inserted the small filter “A” supplied with the machine. 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.
  • Page 9: Your New Washing Machine

    Your new washing machine Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The temperature selector dial allows you to The special wool programme with its new choose the most suitable temperature for your delicate wash system treats your woollens with laundry.
  • Page 10: Use

    Control panel 2 3 4 5 6 5 Anti-crease button 1 Programme chart By pressing this button laundry remains in the water The programme chart in the interior part of the of the last rinse to prevent the formation of creases. detergent dispenser drawer provides a general view To drain water, press this button again (the laundry of programmes available.
  • Page 11: Washing Hints

    Laundry weights Washing hints The following weights are indicative: Bathrobe 1200 g Sorting the laundry Napkin 100 g • Follow the wash code symbols on each garment Quilt cover 700 g label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sheet 500 g Pillow case 200 g •...
  • Page 12: Detergents And Additives

    Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric Quantity of detergent to be first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any used residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated hardness of the water used.
  • Page 13: International Wash Code Symbols

    International wash code symbols International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max.
  • Page 14: Operating Sequence

    Operating sequence Before washing your first load of laundry, we recommend that you 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.
  • Page 15: Select The Temperature

    5. Select the temperature Turn the temperature selector dial to the required temperature. M0042 6. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the required programme. M0043 7. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: •...
  • Page 16: Washing Programmes

    Programme table Normal programmes for cotton and linen Consumption rates* Additional Max. Programme Temperature Fabric function with quantity of Energy Water Time buttons laundry litres min. WHITES WITH PREWASH, i. e. highly soiled work 60°-95° shirts, sheets, 6 kg tablecloths, underwear, handtowels WHITES WITHOUT...
  • Page 17 Programme table Gentle programmes for synthetics, delicates and woollens Consumption rates* Additional Max. Programme Temperature Fabric function with quantity of Energy Water Time buttons laundry litres min. SYNTHETICS WITHOUT PREWASH 40°-60° 2 kg synthetics, underwear, slightly soiled non-iron shirts SHORT PROGRAMME 30°-40°...
  • Page 18: Maintenance

    Maintenance 1. Bodywork Clean the outside of the machine with warm water and a neutral, non-abrasive household detergent. 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.
  • Page 19: Water Inlet Filter

    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 and remove the filter. Clean it with a stiff brush.
  • Page 20: Something Not Working

    Something not working? Problems which you can resolve yourself. Problem Possible cause • The machine does not start • Check that the door is firmly closed. • Check that the machine is plugged in and that there is power at the socket. •...
  • Page 21: The Door Will Not Open

    Problem Possible cause • The door will not open: • The programme is still running. • The door lock has not been released. • Spinning starts late or the • The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the machine does not spin: drum.

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