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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME:
IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
REMOVE THE TRANSIT BOLTS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST
TIME
First wash cycle without laundry:
1. Open the tap(s).
2. Close the door.
3. Pour a little detergent (about 100 ml) into the detergent compartment
4. Select a short wash programme (see programme chart).
5. Press the "ON/OFF" button.
This will remove any water remaining in the machine from the manufacturer's test run.
ROUTINE WASHES:
1. Open the tap(s).
2. Sort the laundry according to fabric type and colour and load the machine.
3. Close the door.
4. Add detergent and any additives required.
5. Select the programme, temperature and special options (depending on model).
6. Press the "ON/OFF" button.
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  • Page 1 QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME: • IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • REMOVE THE TRANSIT BOLTS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME • First wash cycle without laundry: 1.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES PAGE PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT PAGE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS PAGE MOVING AND TRANSPORTING THE APPLIANCE PAGE SORTING THE WASH PAGE DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES PAGE DYEING AND BLEACHING PAGE SELECTING THE PROGRAMME AND SPECIAL OPTIONS / PROGRAMME START PAGE DOOR LOCK / PROGRAMME END / PROGRAMME RESELECTION PAGE...
  • Page 3: Appliance And Accessories

    APPLIANCE AND ACCESSORIES 1. Worktop 2. Control panel 3. Detergent drawer 4. After-Sales Service sticker (inside door) 5. Door 6. Door handle - To open: pull handle - To lock: press the door firmly (the lock will click into place) 7.
  • Page 4: Protecting The Environment

    PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT • Packing Lightly soiled laundry should be washed at a low temperature or with a short programme. The packaging is marked with the recycling symbol , signifying that it can be 100% When washing small loads press the “Lightly recycled.
  • Page 5: Sorting The Wash

    SORTING THE WASH 1. Sort the load according to: • Fabric type / care label symbol Cotton, mixed fibres, synthetics, wool. • Colours Separate coloured and white articles. Wash new coloured articles separately. • Article size Washing articles of different sizes together improves wash efficiency and distributes the load better in the drum.
  • Page 6: Detergent And Additives

    DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES CHOOSING THE RIGHT DETERGENT DETERGENT DOSAGES The type of detergent depends on Do not exceed manufacturers’ recommended dosages as shown on the detergent package. • the type of fabric (cottons, synthetics, The amounts depend on delicates, wool) •...
  • Page 7: Dyeing And Bleaching

    DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES FILLING THE DETERGENT AND Notes: ADDITIVES • When using highly concentrated detergents, use the detergent ball provided with the 1. Pull out the detergent drawer. The drawer will detergent and place it directly in the drum to have three or four chambers depending on avoid dispensing problems (for programmes the model.
  • Page 8: Selecting The Programme And Special Options / Programme Start

    SELECTING THE PROGRAMME AND SPECIAL OPTIONS / PROGRAMME START SELECTING THE PROGRAMME (See also the separate programme chart and consumption data) For appliances WITH temperature selector knob 1. Turn the programme selector knob clockwise to the desired programme. 2. Set the temperature knob to the desired temperature.
  • Page 9: Removing The Filter / Draining Residual Water

    REMOVING THE FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER WHEN TO REMOVE THE FILTER / DRAIN RESIDUAL WATER • Check and clean the filter at least 2 or 3 times a year. • When the appliance does not drain or spin properly. •...
  • Page 10: Care And Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE APPLIANCE EXTERIOR AND CONTROL PANEL • Clean using normal household detergent (do not use abrasive products). • Dry with a soft cloth. DETERGENT DRAWER Disengage the drawer by pressing down the release lever and extract it. Remove the inserts (the siphon from the softener compartment the siphon from the chlorine bleach compartment and the coloured insert for liquid detergent).
  • Page 11: Trouble-Shooting Guide

    TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE The appliance will not switch on. Detergent and additive product residues in detergent drawer at end of wash. • Power plug properly inserted in mains socket? • Siphon installed correctly? • Mains fuse OK? • Siphon clogged? • Power failure? •...
  • Page 12: Installation Instructions

    INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS TRANSIT BOLTS The appliance is fitted with transit bolts to prevent internal damage while it is being moved. Before using the appliance the transit bolts MUST be removed (Fig. 1). 1. Slacken the bolts with the spanner supplied (Fig. 2). 2.
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS INSTALLATION • Install the appliance on a solid and level floor surface, preferably in a corner of the room. • Make sure that all four feet are resting firmly on the floor and check that the appliance is perfectly level (use a spirit level).
  • Page 14 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WATER SUPPLY • Water supply: only cold water. • Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connector. • Water pressure (mains pressure): 10-100 N/cm (1-10 bar). For Great Britain and Ireland only • Water inlet: hot and cold fill. The warm water inlet temperature must not exceed 60°C.
  • Page 15 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS DRAIN HOSE • Drain hose connection to water outlet. 1. Unhook the drain hose from the left clip; see arrow A in Fig. 1. Important: Do NOT loosen the drain hose connection; see arrow B in Fig. 1, otherwise there is the risk of leakage (danger of scalding with hot water).
  • Page 16 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 1) ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 2.2 Non-polarized plugs (e.g. 2 pin with side “Warning - this appliance must be earthed” earth contact) The wire which is coloured GREEN AND This appliance is normally supplied with a mains YELLOW must be connected to the earth lead having a plug fitted in the factory which has contact.
  • Page 17 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS MOBILITY WHEELS (for UK only) Depending on model, your washing machine is provided with mobility wheels. You will find these wheels in the accessory kit supplied with the machine, or you can order them from our After-Sales Service. MOUNTING INSTRUCTIONS 1.

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