SECTION 1:BEFORE USING SAFETY WARNINGS • Do not use a multiple socket or extension cord. • Do not insert a plug with damaged or broken cord into the socket. • If the cord is damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer or a qualified service engineer in order to avoid a hazard.
• If you are not using your machine for a long time, unplug from the mains supply, close the water supply and leave the door open in order to keep the inside of the machine dry and prevent unpleasant odours. •...
• You can adjust the balance of your machine from its feet. • First, loosen the plastic adjustment nut by turning clockwise(A). • Adjust by rotating the feet upwards or downwards. • After the balance has been reached, tighten the plastic adjustment nut again by rotating it counter clockwise(B).
• Water pressure of 1-10 bars from your tap will enable your machine to work more efficiently.(1 bar pressure means water flow of more than 8 liters in 1 minute from a fully opened tap). • After connections are completed, check for leakage of the connection joints by turning on your tap completely.
SECTION 4:CONTROL PANEL 1-Detergent drawer 4-Electronic display 2-Mode button 5-Start/pause button 3-Select button 6-Program knob START/PAUSE BUTTON This key is used for starting a programme selected or pausing by an operating programme. Once a programme selected is started, the symbol lights up on the electronic instrument.
FUNCTION BUTTONS Rinse hold This function is recommended to be used when the clothes cannot be taken immediately after the end of the program.This will prevent occurrence of wrinkles. When this button is pressed, the last rinsing water is not drained. For the program to continue from the same point, repress the same button.
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Adjusting wash water temperature You can adjust the wash water temperature acording to the programme that you have selected, using this function. WARNING You can not set the wash water temperature into more than the temperature of the programme that you have selected. Adjusting the spin cycle Using this function, you can adjust the spin cycle depending on the feature of your machine.
PROGRAM KNOB With the program knob, you can select the program with which you desire to wash your clothes. You can adjust the program selection process by turning the program knob in both directions. You must be careful that the adjustment sign of the program knob is exactly on the program you want to select.
SECTION 5: WASHING YOUR LAUNDRY • Plug in the machine. • Open the water supply. First wash cycle We recommend the first wash cycle should be made without any laundry.Use programme 1 without any detergent. BEFORE WASHING • Arrange your clothes according to their types (cotton, synthetic, sensitive, woolen, etc.),washing temperatures and level of dirtiness.
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Filling detergent in the machine The quantity of the detergent that you will fill in your machine depends on the following criteria: • Your detergent consumption will change according to the soil level of your clothes. For your slightly dirty clothes, do not pre-wash and put a small amount of detergent in the compartment no.2 of the detergent drawer.
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Adjustment of the programme start time To set the programme start time: • Select the symbol located on the electronic display by using Mode key. • You can set the programme start time as you request with time intervals of one hour, using select key.
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Adjustment of the spin cycle To carry out the adjustment of spin cycle: • Select the symbol located on the electronic display by using Mode key. • Maximum spin cycle of the programme that you have selected will be displayed on the time indicator. •...
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To change additional function To remove a selected function from the washing operation: • Select the additional function by using the mode key. “ ON” signal will appear on the time indicator. • Press the select key. “ OFF” signal will be displayed on the time indicator.
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Completion of the programme • Your machine stops when the programme that you have selected finishes and “END” signal will appear on the time indicator. • Turn the programme knob into the position 0 (stop). • The door lock of your machine will open itself about two minutes after the programme ends.
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MAX DRY LOAD DETERGENT ADDITIONAL FUNCTION CAPACITY (kg) PROGRAM TYPE OF LAUNDRY EXPLANATIONS COMPART. BUTTON KVWA146SL 1-COTTON 90˚ Soiled cotton and linen 2-COTTON 60˚ Soiled cotton, coloured and linen (PREWASH) Soiled cotton, coloured and 3-COTTON 60˚ linen Slightly soiled cotton, 4-COTTON 40˚...
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MAX DRY LOAD DETERGENT ADDITIONAL FUNCTION CAPACITY (kg) PROGRAM TYPE OF LAUNDRY EXPLANATIONS COMPART. BUTTON KVWA146SL 13-SPORT All sport clothes and Sport clothes CLOTHES jeans Slightly soiled synthetic or 14-SYNTHETIC synthetic mixture sensitive Nylon socks, blouse COLD laundry.Cold water wash.
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OPTION COMPATIBILITIES Rinse Hold Extra Rinse Easy Ironing Plus Water Stain Remove Soak Rinse Hold Extra Rinse Easy Ironing Plus Water Stain Remove Soak...
SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING • Unplug your machine. • Close the water tap. WATER INLET FILTERS On the tap part of your machine’s water inlet hose and at the ends of water inlet valves, there are filters to prevent entrance of the dirt and foreign materials in the water to the machine.
WARNING! Danger of being scalded! The pump maybe hot, wait for it to cool. DETERGENT DRAWER Detergents may form a sediment in your detergent drawer or in housing of the detergent drawer. To clean the sediment, pull out the detergent drawer: •...
SIPHON PLUG Pull out the detergent drawer. Remove the siphon plug and clean the residues of the softener thoroughly.Replace the plug. THE CABINET NOTE:Disconnect from the mains supply before cleaning. Clean the exterior surface of the cabinet of your machine with lukewarm water and a cleaning substance that will not irritate the cabinet.
SECTION 7:PRACTICAL INFORMATION-STAIN REMOVAL Alcoholic beverages: Wash with cold water, then wipe with glycerine and water. Rinse with water mixed with vinegar. Shoe Polish: Scratch the stain without ruining the cloth, rub with detergent and rinse. In case it is not eliminated, it should be rubbed with 1 unit of pure alcohol (96 degrees) mixed in 2 units of water and then washed with lukewarm water.
Mould: Mould stains should be cleaned as soon as possible. The stain should be washed with detergent. Ink: Hold the stained area under cold water and wait until the inky water completely runs off. Then rub with water diluted with lemon juice and detergent, wash after 5 minutes.
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METHODS OF FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE ELIMINATION Insert the plug into the It is unplugged. socket. Your fuse is defected. Change your fuse. Check the electric Power is off. power. Your machine does not Start/pause button has Press the start/pause operate. not been pressed.
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METHODS OF FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE ELIMINATION There is a small It does not prevent amount of clothes in operation of the the machine. machine. Excessive amount of Do not exceed the Your machine is clothes are filled in the recommended quantity vibrating.
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METHODS OF FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE ELIMINATION Clothes are exceeding Ensure the wash load the maximum capacity. is suitable for the cycle. Use the amount of Your water may be detergent according to the The washing result is hard. declaration of the not good.
METHODS OF FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE ELIMINATION The unbalanced load control system will try to distribute your clothes evenly. After The spining process is No failure. An your clothes are not done or starts with unbalanced load can distributed the spining delay .
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PROBABLE THE PROCESS FAILURE CODE FAILURE TO BE DONE Check the water The water level supply to the in your machine machine. If the is below heater. problem persists The pressure of turn off the your water machine,unplug supply may be it and contact a low or locking.
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PROBABLE THE PROCESS FAILURE CODE FAILURE TO BE DONE Turn off the The heater of your machine,unplug machine or the it and contact a heat sensor has qualified service failed. engineer. Turn off the machine,unplug The motor has it and contact a failed.
Garments bearing these symbols should not be washed in your machine unless the label says otherwise. SECTION 11:TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS KVWA146SL Rated voltage(V) Rated power(W) 2200 Weight(kg) Maximum dry laundry capacity (kg)
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This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product.