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Thank you for your trust and the purchase of our product. This user manual is supplied to help you use this product. The instructions should allow you to learn about your new product as quickly as possible. Make sure you have received an undamaged product. If you do find transport damage, please contact the seller from which you purchased the product, or the regional warehouse from which it was supplied.
Contents Contents SAFETY Admonitions ..........................Intended use ..........................Safety for children and people with disabilities................ General safety........................... Safety during installation ......................Safety during operation ......................Safety during maintenance ...................... Disposal............................. QUICK START GETTING STARTED Installation..........................Getting to know your washing machine................... Controls..............................
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Contents Quick 15 min ............................Rapid 45 min ............................Rinse & Spin............................Spin only .............................. Sportswear............................Synthetic............................... Wool ..............................CLEANING Clean the exterior........................Clean the detergent dispenser....................Clean the drum ......................... Clean the tap inlet filter......................Clean the machine inlet filter ....................Clean the drain pump filter .......................
Safety SAFETY Carefully read the instructions before you install and use the product. Save the instructions and keep them near the product for future reference. All kinds of warranties shall be invalid if these instructions are not followed. Admonitions WARNING! Used when there is a risk for personal injury.
Safety WARNING! All washing and additional substances are to be kept in a safe place out of the reach of children. General safety WARNING! • Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or dabbed with combustible or explosive substances, such as wax, oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry cleaning solvents, kerosene, etc.
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Safety WARNING! • Remove all packaging and transport bolts before using the product. Otherwise, serious damage may result. • Keep all packaging material well away from children. There is a risk of suffocation! WARNING! • Make sure that the product is connected to water and electrical supplies by a suitably qualified person in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations.
Safety Safety during operation WARNING! • Flammable, explosive or toxic solvents are forbidden. Gasoline and alcohol etc. must not be used as detergents. Only use detergents that are suitable for machine washing. • Never use flammable sprays or substances in the immediate proximity of the appliance. WARNING! •...
Safety WARNING! During operation, there may be hot water in the drain pump. Never remove the pump cover during a washing cycle, always wait until the product has finished the cycle and all water has been drained. WARNING! Never pour water over the appliance for cleaning purpose. Risk of electric shock! CAUTION! •...
Getting started GETTING STARTED Installation See section "Installation", page 29 Getting to know your washing machine Controls A. Programme selector B. Setting indicator lights C. Time D. On/Off E. Start/Pause F. Options, settings and functions Detergent dispenser A. Pre-wash detergent B.
Getting started Accessories A. Transport hole plugs B. Transport bolts C. Drain hose holder D. Water supply hose Transport hole plugs For plugging the holes after the transport bolts have been removed. Transport bolts For securing the machine during transport. Drain hose holder For securing the hose and avoiding kinks, for example when placing the hose over the edge of a sink.
Getting started Before first use Run an empty washing cycle Make sure that the machine is installed properly. Plug in the power cord. 2. Open the water tap. 3. Start a washing programme. NOTE! Do not put any clothes in the machine. The machine is ready for use when the programme has completed.
Washing WASHING Before each wash Check the clothing care labels. 2. Remove any items from the pockets. CAUTION! Sharp and rigid items, such as coins, brooches, nails, screws or stones etc., may cause serious damage to this washing machine. 3. Tie any belts and fasten any zips or buttons. 4.
Washing 5. Add detergent and softener in the detergent dispenser if needed. NOTE! Make sure to use a detergent suitable for the the laundry to be washed and the selected washing programme and temperature. 6. Close the drum door. 7. Close the machine door. 8.
Washing Child lock Prevents accidental use of the machine. See section "Use the child lock", page Delay Delays the start of the washing programme by a specified amount of time. Maximum delay time is 24 hours. Door lock Prevents the door from being opened during a wash. Activates automatically. Extra rinse, Pre-wash •...
Washing Use the My cycle function You can save a frequently used programme for quick access. Select a programme and the settings and options you want to use. 2. Press and hold for 3 seconds to add the current programme and settings to the memory. Your programme and settings are now stored and can be used by turning the programme selector to My Cycle ...
Washing Default speed 800 rpm Maximum load, washing 7.0 kg Pre-wash detergent Optional Main wash detergent Essential Softener Optional Options • Delay • Extra rinse Cotton For hard-wearing, heat-resistant textiles made of cotton or linen. Default temperature 40 °C Default time 2:40 Default speed 1200 rpm Maximum load, washing 7.0 kg...
Washing NOTE! This programme is able to wash laundry declared to be washable at 40 °C or 60 °C in one go in the same cycle. Default temperature 40 °C Default time 3:25 Default speed 1200 rpm Maximum load, washing 7.0 kg Pre-wash detergent Main wash detergent Essential Softener Optional...
Washing Mixed load consisting of textiles made of cotton and synthetics. Default temperature 40 °C Default time 1:37 Default speed 800 rpm Maximum load, washing 7.0 kg Pre-wash detergent Optional Main wash detergent Essential Softener Optional Options • Delay • Extra rinse • Pre-wash My cycle Define and save your favourite combination of washing programme and options.
Washing Softener Optional Options • Delay • Extra rinse • Pre-wash Synthetic For washing synthetic items, such as shirts, coats and blended fabrics. When knitted garments are washed, the amount of detergent should be reduced to avoid excessive foaming. Default temperature 40 °C Default time 2:20...
Cleaning CLEANING Correct maintenance of your product can extend its working life. When needed, use a limescale remover intended for washing machines. Follow the instructions included with the remover. WARNING! Unplug the machine and close the tap before starting maintenance. CAUTION! Do not use alcohol, solvents or chemical products to clean the product.
Cleaning CAUTION! – Use a chlorine free detergent. – Do not use steel wool. • When needed, run the programme intended for cleaning the drum. See section "Drum clean", page 19 Clean the tap inlet filter Clean the detergent dispenser every 3 months. The tap inlet filters must be cleaned if the water supply becomes restricted. Turn off the tap and remove the water supply hose from the tap.
Cleaning Turn off the tap and unscrew the inlet pipe from the rear of the machine. 2. Remove the inlet pipe. 3. Clean the filter with a brush. 4. Refit the inlet pipe and turn on the tap. The filter can be removed and washed separately. Clean the drain pump filter The drain pump filter is designed to trap fibres and small foreign objects.
Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Troubleshooting WARNING! • Only authorised technicians may carry out repairs. • If you experience problems with the product, please see if the user instructions and troubleshooting information in the user manual can help you find a solution. If the problem persists: –...
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Troubleshooting Error codes Codes Cause Remedy Water injection problem while washing Check if the water pressure is too low Straighten the water pipe Check if the inlet valve filter is blocked Water overflowing Restart the machine Water takes too long to drain Check if the drain hose is blocked The door does not close properly Check if any clothing is stuck...
Installation INSTALLATION Follow the instructions in this section to install your machine. WARNING! • If the power cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the manufacturer’s service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. •...
Installation WARNING! • Make sure that the machine does not stand on the power cord. • The plug must be accessible after installation. WARNING! The machine must not be used in very wet rooms or rooms where there is a risk of explosive or caustic gases. CAUTION! •...
Installation Unpack the machine WARNING! Remove all packaging and transport bolts before using the machine. Otherwise, serious damage may result. Remove the cardboard box and styrofoam packaging. 2. Lift the product and remove the base packaging. 3. Lay the product down on its side and remove the small triangular pieces of foam from the bottom. 4.
Installation Loosen the bolts with a spanner and remove them. 2. Plug the holes with the transport hole plugs. 3. Keep the bolts in a safe place. NOTE! You will need the transport bolts again if you move the machine. Level the machine Loosen the nuts and screw in the feet fully.
Installation Connect the water supply hose to the machine Lift the supply hose to the inlet valve at the rear of the machine. 2. Screw the coupling onto the threads of the tap until tight. Connect to an external drain CAUTION! •...
Appendix APPENDIX Technical specifications NOTE! The value of rated capacity refers to the weight of dry laundry. Model code See section "Find the model code", page 13 Width 400 mm Depth 610 mm Height 875 mm Weight 56 kg Rated capacity 7 kg Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Power supply 220-240 V, 50 Hz...
Appendix Programme Washing load at Programme Energy Water Max. Remaining which the values were duration consumption consumption temperature moisture achieved (rated (hours:minute (kWh per (litres per reached for content and capacity of the specific cycle) cycle) min. 5 the spin programme unless minutes inside speed (rpm) at...
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