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Instructions for Use
Thank you for your trust and for buying this appliance. We hope it will
successfully serve its purpose for many years.
This washing machine was designed for home use.
It meets all the requirements of modern washing: it is economical, it
uses less water, less energy and washing agent.
Washing Machine
Before use
Removing the transport brackets 6
Placing and installation
The door
Preparing the laundry
Washing agents and how much to
use
Washing
Cleaning and maintenance
Trouble-shooting guide
Instructions for Use
4-5
7-9
10
11-12
13-15
16-21
22-23
24-25
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Page 1: Instructions For Use
Instructions for Use Thank you for your trust and for buying this appliance. We hope it will successfully serve its purpose for many years. This washing machine was designed for home use. It meets all the requirements of modern washing: it is economical, it uses less water, less energy and washing agent. -
Page 2: Before Use
Before Use This instruction manual was prepared for the user of the washing machine. Read the manual carefully and get to know your washing machine so that you will know how to use it safely and correctly. This instruction manual was prepared for various models of washing machine, and they vary in function and design. - Page 3 Always consider the instructions for correct placing and installation of the machine to the mains and water supply. This will help you avoid accidents and protect your machine against damage. The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using new hose- sets and that old hose-sets should not be reused.
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Page 4: Removing The Transport Brackets
Removing the Transport Brackets The washing assembly is blocked with two metal rods which protect the machine during transport (fig.1). Undo the screws on the rear wall (fig. 2). Remove the squares, rotate them 180 and use them to pull out the rods (fig. -
Page 5: Placing And Installation
The elbow connection of the inlet hose is fixed to the coupling on the rear wall of the appliance. Insert a rubber washer with a net (filter) into a nut on the other end of the hose, and fix the hose to a tap. To ensure efficient operation, the water pressure of the water supply should be between 0.5 and 8.0... -
Page 6: Water Outlet
Insert the enclosed washers with filter into the loose ends of the hoses and connect the red marked hose to hot water tap and the other hose to cold water tap (fig. 6.1). IMPORTANT The highest allowed temperature of hot water is 60 C. Water Outlet Hook the outlet hose securely over the edge of the washbasin or bath tub. -
Page 7: Connection To Power Supply
The end of the outlet hose should be raised from the floor by not more than 100 cm and not less than 60 cm. If the hose is positioned higher than recommended, the machine will not pump out the water. Connection to Power Supply Connect the appliance to the power supply with a cable cord. -
Page 8: The Door
The Door The door can only be opened two minutes after the washing programme has finished. Open the door by pulling the door handle (fig. 9). When closing the door, push it towards the machine until it locks (fig. 10). If the door is not correctly closed, the machine will not operate. -
Page 9: Preparing The Laundry
Preparing the Laundry Sort the laundry before washing according to the type, quality, colour and soil degree of the laundry. Type of Fabrics Most clothes nowadays have labels describing the type of fabric they are made of, the kind of recommended wash, and the recommended washing temperature. - Page 10 Colour Fastness Pay special attention to colour fastness, and always choose the correct washing temperature. When washing new clothes, always check colour fastness first - wash separately the first time. Degree of Soil Stained and heavily soiled laundry should be washed in small loads or with a larger amount of washing powder.
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Page 11: Washing Agents And How Much To Use
Washing Agents and How Much to Use Use only washing powder for machine washing. Use special washing agents for delicate and woollen fabrics. This washing machine was designed for washing powder as well as for liquid detergent. As to the quantity of the washing agent, refer to the manufacturer's recommendation. - Page 12 greasy clots, lime deposit in the machine and on the laundry. Too much washing powder causes bubbling, reduced agitation and washing effect, inadequate rinsing. We recommend that you gradually decrease or increase the quantity of washing agent and at the same time pay attention to the linen. Fabric Conditioner and Starching Agent When using fabric conditioner or starching agent, always follow the manufacturer's instructions, but never fill higher than the level...
- Page 13 Liquid Washing Agents (for some models only) If the washing machine is equipped with partition plate, the middle section may also be used for liquid washing agents. Lift the partition plate when using washing powders and push it in when using liquid detergent.
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Page 14: Control Light
Washing Before washing, select the washing programme and prepare the machine for washing. The control panel incorporates various switches and pushbuttons for selecting washing programmes, a control light, and a dispenser. This instruction manual was prepared for various models of washing machine. - Page 15 Temperature Selection Knob Turn the knob clockwise (B knob). Washing temperature may be optionally selected up to 95 . Programmes from A to B may be used as economic programme, if the selected temperature is lower than 95 C. This feature will help you save energy up to 40%.
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Page 16: On/Off Switch
Higher water level pushbutton Washing under programmes for resistant laundry (programmes A and B) is carried out with a low water level, the quantity of water is automatically adjusted to the amount of laundry. This guarantees successful and economic washing, regardless of the amount of laundry. -
Page 17: After Washing
Prepare your machine for washing Select laundry and load a suitable amount. Close the door (push it towards the machine). Fill the dispenser (in the correct sections). Check water inlet and outlet. Choose the right programme. If your machine is equipped with switches, use them, as appropriate. Select the washing temperature, if your washing machine is equipped with this option. - Page 18 Table of Washing Programmes - Cold Water Programme Type of fabric, laundry NON-DELICATES (cotton, linen) Whites/Coloureds Coloureds Rinse Conditioner, spin dry DELICATES (surface finished cotton, mixture of cotton with synthetics) Delicates (surface finished), Fine delicates Rinse Conditioner, short spin WOOLEN (non-shrinkable, mixtures of wool with synthetics, silk) Woolen Legend:...
- Page 19 Table of Washing Programmes - Hot/cold Water Programme Type of fabric, laundry NON-DELICATES (cotton, linen) Whites/Coloureds Coloureds Rinse Conditioner, spin dry DELICATES (surface finished cotton, mixture of cotton with synthetics) Delicates (surface finished), Fine delicates Rinse Conditioner, short spin WOOLEN (non-shrinkable, mixtures of wool with synthetics, silk) Woolen Water:...
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Page 20: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and Maintenance Warning: - Before cleaning disconnect the machine from mains supply. - There is a danger of burning when hot water is in the machine. Wait until it cools. Housing Clean the housing of your washing machine with a soft cloth and mild detergent. -
Page 21: Door Gasket
Door Gasket Wipe the gasket after each washing; the gasket will last longer. Filter Filter is located under the cap at the bottom of the machine. If you use the machine correctly, there is no need to clean the filter. You have to open and clean the filter when solid objects trap in it and obstruct the outlet. -
Page 22: Troubleshooting Guide
Trouble-Shooting Guide The user can come across troubles appearing during the operation of the appliance. We are listing some of troubles, which in most cases result from improper handling of the appliance and can be eliminated by yourself. Problem: The machine doesn't operate (the control lamp is off): Check the power supply and fuses. - Page 23 After you have considered all the above stated instructions and the malfunction still cannot be eliminated, call the nearest authorised service. Any claim or malfunction caused by improper installation or misuse is not covered by the guarantee. All repair costs shall be covered by the user.