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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and ful l your needs for many
years to come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday
functionality and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our
products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the
world.
To get the most out of your new machine, we recommend that you read
the operating instructions before using the machine. The operating
instructions also include information on how you can help protect the
environment.

Operating Instructions

Washing Machine

ASKO W6984W
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO. We hope it will meet your expectations and ful l your needs for many years to come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality and high quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are greatly appreciated throughout the world.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before using your machine for the Reducing allergic reactions first time Save time and energy Transport protection High water level Packing material Economy and efficiency Washer door Detergents Language selection Dyeing fabrics Time display options Washing Set the clock Sort your laundry.
  • Page 3 Contents Care and cleaning Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump 22 Cleaning the detergent compartment Cleaning the outside of the machine Cleaning the inside of the machine t o avoid unpleasant smells Troubleshooting The washer door will not open If nothing else works, the washer door can be opened as follows: The machine will not start...
  • Page 4: Before Using Your Machine For The First Time

    Before using your machine for the first time Transport protection Time display options Remove any transport protection devices before The time is shown on the display. installing the machine. See the "Transport 1. Turn the programme selector and choose protection" chapter. whether 12h, 24h or remaining time is displayed.
  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    Safety instructions General Installation • Read the operating instructions and keep See the "Installation" chapter. them in a safe place. Overflow guard function • Installation of water and electricity, if required, should be carried out by a qualified If the machine’s water level rises above the professional.
  • Page 6: Child Safety

    Child safety Keep an eye on children! • Always close the washer door and start the programme immediately after you have added detergent. • Do not allow small children to use or play with the washing machine. • Store detergent and fabric softener out of the reach of children.
  • Page 7: Description Of The Washing Machine

    Description of the washing machine 1. Main power switch 2. Dispenser 3. Programme panel 4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer door) 5. Drainage pump cover 6. Drainage pump (behind cover) 7. Washer door...
  • Page 8: Dispenser

    Dispenser 1. Pre-wash 2. Main wash with liquid detergent. Use the separator (A). 3. Main wash with powder detergent. Do not use the separator. 4. Fabric softener 5. Release button 6. Child safety catch...
  • Page 9: Advice And Tips Before Washing

    Advice and tips before washing Here are some tips that may help you before washing. Sorting your laundry Sort items according to: • how soiled they are • colour • material Clothing 1. Do up zips and close Velcro straps so that they don’t harm fabrics.
  • Page 10: Wool

    Advice and tips before washing Wool Reducing allergic reactions These fabrics are labelled either machine wash The washing machine has a Super Rinse or hand wash. The Wool programme is at least option. Use this for people with sensitive skin, as gentle as washing by hand.
  • Page 11: Dyeing Fabrics

    Advice and tips before washing Dyeing fabrics If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select the Everyday wash programme with the Super Rinse option. Select temperature according to the dye manufacturer’s recommendations. Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed is a blended material such as polyester/cotton.
  • Page 12: Washing

    Washing Sort your laundry. Liquid detergent See the "Advice and tips before washing" When using a liquid detergent, observe the chapter. detergent manufacturer's recommendations. Place underwired bras in a laundry net. We recommend using a laundry ball with thick Empty pockets. Coins, nails and the like can detergents.
  • Page 13: Select The Programme

    Washing Select the programme Dooropening Selector Display Start/Stop You select a programme by turning the programme selector. The name of the selected programme is highlighted and the finish time of the programme appears on the display. Start the programme by pressing the Start/Stop button, or press the button in the middle of the programme selector to go on and select options.
  • Page 14 Washing 6. Everyday wash 10. Wool A standard programme for lightly to moderately A gentle laundry programme for wool, silk and soiled laundry. The temperature can be selected garments that should be washed by hand. The freely, so follow the washing instructions for each highest available temperature is 40 °C.
  • Page 15: Programme Chart

    Washing Programme chart Program 1. Auto 2. Stain prog 3. Time program 1800 2:45 4. Heavy 1800 2:40 1800 8/4** 1,10/0,83** 3:00/2:20** 5. Standard cotton 40 °C 60 °C 1800 8/4** 0,67/0,48** 2:50/2:10** 1800 1:40 6. Everydaywash 1800 0:50 7. Quick 8.
  • Page 16: Select Options

    Washing Select options water from the final rinse still in the machine. You can select options to adjust the The washing will remain covered by the wash water from the final rinse, stopping it from programme to suit your own specific getting creased.
  • Page 17 Washing High water level 1. High water level means that additional water is used during the main wash and rinse cycles. Select High water level by pressing the programme selector until the high water level symbol is highlighted. 2. This option cannot be used with the Auto, Time program, Wool, Hand, Rinse, Spin and Drain programmes.
  • Page 18: Close The Washer Door And Press The Start/Stop Button

    Washing Close the washer door and Once the program has finished press the Start/Stop button The text "Done" is shown on the display. The washer door opens automatically once the programme has finished. If you want to Time remaining deactivate the automatic door opening function, The time remaining is shown in hours and see the "Selecting settings"...
  • Page 19: Settings

    Settings You can change the following Door opening settings: The default setting is for the washer door to • Child-safe open automatically when the programme has • Door opening finished. If for any reason you do not want the • Temperature door to open automatically, you can programme •...
  • Page 20: Extra Rinses

    Settings Extra rinses 4. Press the program selector to save your Upon delivery, your washing machine is set to setting. use three rinses in the Standard cotton 5. If you do not want to select any more 40 °C 60 °C and Everyday wash programmes.
  • Page 21: Audible Volume

    Settings Audible volume You can choose to have the machine notify you when a program is finished or when a fault has occurred. 1. Turn the programme selector until Audible volume appears in the middle of the display. 2. Press the programme selector again to access the options menu on the right of the display.
  • Page 22: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning Cleaning the trap and the drainage Cleaning the detergent compartment pump Pull out the detergent compartment using the The washing machine has a trap where smaller release button. objects such as coins and hairpins can collect. To clean the trap and the drainage pump, do as follows: 1.
  • Page 23: Cleaning The Inside Of The Machine To Avoid Unpleasant Smells

    Care and cleaning Cleaning the inside of the machine to 4. Remove any objects. avoid unpleasant smells 5. Place the agitator in the mounting hole with Modern detergents often allow clothes to be the F-mark towards you. Ensure that all the washed at low temperatures.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting The washer door will not open D Push the tool upwards to open the washer 1. Check that the main power switch is on. door. 2. Is there power? Check your home’s fuses (circuit breakers). The washer door cannot be opened with the door opening button (with the key symbol) if power is off.
  • Page 25: Error Messages

    Troubleshooting Error messages Water inlet fault If an error occurs during the programme a Check: message is shown on the display. To exit • that the tap on the water pipe is open. the message after taking measures, turn the •...
  • Page 26: Technical Information

    Technical information Information on energy labelling Information sheet, in compliance with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 1061/2010 ASKO Model designation: W6984W Max. washing capacity: 8 kg Energy efficiency class: A+++ Annual energy consumption (AE per year 192 kWh Energy consumption Algodón (Standard cotton) 60 °C with full load (E...
  • Page 27: Information For Test Institute

    Technical information Information for test institute Program Max. load Temp. °C Auto Standard cotton 40 °C 60 °C Easy Care Short programme for test institutes, max. 1/2 load. 2) Test programme for cold water connection in accordance with EN 60456. For large volumes of detergent we recommend removing the insert and adding detergent directly to the detergent compartment.
  • Page 28: Transport Protection

    Transport protection Remove the three transport bolts and the plastic 3. Remove the plastic covers from the plugs. plugs for locking the machine for transport Push the plastic covers into the three holes before using the machine. that contained the plugs. Save the plastic plugs in case the machine is moved in the future.
  • Page 29: Positioning The Washing Machine

    Installation Positioning the washing machine Connection to water supply The washing machine can be installed as a Water connection should be carried out by an built-in or freestanding unit. Place the machine appropriately qualified person. Connect the on a firm surface with easy access to the plug. machine using the accompanying supply hose.
  • Page 30: Drainage Connection

    Installation Drainage connection Electrical installation The machine is supplied with a drainage hose Connect the machine by plugging it into an attached, which must be connected to a drain. earthed wall socket. The electrical wall socket See the examples below. The height must be must be placed outside of the installation area 600-900 mm above floor level.
  • Page 31: Service

    Residential ASKO Products Used Exclusively for Household/Personal Purposes: Two (2) Years limited Warranty – Any warranty service claims for residential ASKO Products must be filed with ASKO within two (2) years from date of purchase. Service will be provided during normal business hours.
  • Page 32: Quick Guide

    The selected programme is shown in the display. CLOSE THE WASHER DOOR AND PRESS THE START BUTTON The time remaining is shown in hours and minutes. We reserve the right to make changes. Gorenje, Partizanska 12, 3320 Velenje, Slovenija www.asko.com WM70.3 W6984W 540640 en (05-16)

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