CONTENTS Basic Information........................3 Notes on Safety......................4 Installing the Washing Machine....................7 Understanding the symbols on clothes labels..............9 Description of control panel..................11 Using the appliance....................13 Table of programmes..................14 Troubleshooting........................16 Maintenance and Cleaning..................18 Practical tips on washing.....................19 Specification......................22 Product Fiche......................23 In accordance with European Directive 2012/19/UE and Polish legislation regarding used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with the symbol of the crossed-out waste container.
BASIC INFORMATION From today, washing will be easier than ever before. The Amica washing machine combines exceptional ease of use with excellent effectiveness. Once you have read the instructions, operating the washing machine will not be a problem. Before being packed and leaving the factory, the safety and functions of this washing machine were carefully tested.
NOTES ON SAFETY Use only those detergents and additives which lDetergents are designed for automatic washing machines, especially when using the COTTON programme. Do not use any agents containing solvents, as these may damage certain parts of the machine, or cause them to emit poisonous gases.
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NOTES ON SAFETY Unplug the machine before preparing the l Transport machine for transport. Do not transport the washing machine if drum locking bolts are not in place. See the chapter INSTALLING THE MACHINE. Keep the appliance in upright po- sition when transported.
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NOTES ON SAFETY Important! Level the appliance, remove the drum loc- king bolts and wait 3 hours before using the appliance for the first time. Important! Incorrect levelling, especially instability, may cause the washing machine to move around du- ring operation. This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if...
INSTALLING THE MACHINE I. Remove the protection used for transporting the appliance (keep the locking bolts for future use, e.g. when moving house). Unscrew the 4 locking bolts with a spanner. Stop up the holes with the stoppers Remove the rubber and plastic transport enclosed in the accessories bag.
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INSTALLING THE MACHINE III. Connecting the water supply Use the new hoses sup- plied with the machine. Do not re-use old hoses. A water supply hose with seals is inside the drum of the machine. Water pressure min. 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar), max.1 MPa (10 bar). Supply the machine with cold water after connecting, make sure the hose is not twisted after connecting the hose and the valve, check they are sealed tight...
UNDERSTANDING THE SYMBOLS ON CLOTHES LABELS I. Washing boiling normal normal DO NOT temp 60 temp 40 wash! temp. 90 delicate handwash II. Chemical cleaning petrol DO NOT solvents except TRI only dry clean! III. Spin dryer DO NOT normal high dry! IV.
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EXPLANATION OF THE LAUNDRY SYMBOLS ON LABELS Detergent dispenser Control panel Power plug Handle Drain hose Pump filter Cover Detergent dispenser Accessories: Elbow fitting for Cover for the Water supply Water supply the drain hose (optional) transport opening pipe C pipe H (optional)
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL 2 3 4 5 1. Programme selector dial Choose the appropriate wash programme as required, depending on the degree of soil, and type and amount of laundry loaded, which ensures better results and more effective washing. Once the cleaning programme is started, turning the programme selector knob to another position is indicated by an acoustic signal however it does not change the previously selected programme.
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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL 3+4. Child lock You can choose this function to prevent washing programme from misoperation by kids. Press “Extra Rinse” and “No Spin” simultaneously for 3 seconds to activate the child lock function during the running procedure, the buzzer will beep, all buttons as well as the rotary switch are locked.
USING THE APPLIANCE I. Select Programme 1. Load the laundry and add Detergent 2 Turn the rotary switch to select a program according to the program table. 3. Select optional function if needed 4. Press start/pause button. II. End of the wash cycle 1.
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Detergent drawer средств для Type of laundry стирки 3:35 0,842 To increase the washing effects, main additional washing time is increased. It is recommended to wash the clothes for babies or worn by the persons with allergic skin. 3:52 1,280 ...
TROUBLESHOOTING Status of Corresponding Description Reason Solution Indicators Door lock Door is not closed Restart after the problem properly door is closed Please call up service line if there are still troubles. Water injecting Tap is not opened Open the tap or problem when or water wait till...
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TROUBLESHOOTING Troubles Reason Solution Washing machine Check if the door is closed tightly. cannot start up Check if power plug is inserted well. Check if water supply tap is opened. Check if button “Start/Pause” is pressed. Check if button “Power” is pressed. Door cannot be Machine‘s safety protection Disconnect the power.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING Never clean the product’s casing or plastic parts using solvents or strong, abrasive cleaning agents (e.g. washing powders or creams)! Only use delicate liquid cleaning agents and soft cloths. Do not use sponges. I. Cleaning the pump filter lRemove and clean lClose the service lOpen the service panel...
PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING I. Cleaning and It is recommended to use powder or liquid general purpose purifying agents detergents for all temperatures in a range as per the deter- gent Producer’s recommendations indicated on the product packaging. Detergents Pour the detergent into the drawer compartment marked Pour the pre-wash detergent into the drawer compartment marked Liquid detergents...
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PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING V. Water hardness Hard water causes sediment to form. Information about water hardness is available from your nearest water works. It is advised that water softeners are used for every wash. Power cuts or unplugging the machine does not cancel the set- VI.
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PRACTICAL ADVICE REGARDING WASHING The washing machine is equipped with an interlock which prevents IX. Door the door from being opened during washing. Once a washing cycle interlock is complete, the door interlock is automatically released. In order to open the door during the wash program, press PAUSE button and wait to unlock the door.
SPECIFICATION -Type WA 14681 W -Rated voltage 220-240V / ~50Hz. -Rated power 1950 W -Current protection 10 A -Drum capacity max 6 kg -Water pressure min 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar) max 1 MPa (10 bar) -Dimensions/Height/Breadth/ Depth 850 / 595 / 470 [mm]...
(EU) No. 1015/2010 of 10 November 2010 on the implementation of the Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council No. 2009/125/EC on the Eco design requirements for the household washing machines). Amica Supplier’s name or trade mark WA 14681 W Type Rated capacity 6,0 kg...
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