CONTENTS Basic Information........................3 Notes on Safety......................4 Installing the Washing Machine....................6 Understanding the symbols on clothes labels..............8 Description of control panel..................9 Using the appliance....................13 Table of programmes..................15 Troubleshooting........................17 Maintenance and Cleaning..................19 Practical tips on washing.....................20 Specification......................23 Service and Warranty....................23 Product Fiche......................24 In accordance with European Directive 2002/96/EC and Polish legislation regarding used electrical and electronic goods, this appliance is marked with the symbol of the crossed-out waste container.
BASIC INFORMATION Dear customer, 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.
NOTES ON SAFETY Detergents Use only those detergents and additives which are designed for au- tomatic washing machines, especially when using the TOWELS 95°C programme. Do not use any agents containing solvents, as these may damage certain parts of the machine, or cause them to emit poisonous gases. There may also be a risk of ignition and explosion.
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NOTES ON SAFETY Checking stability Once the washing machine is in position and levelled, it must be checked to ensure it is standing in a stable position on all four legs. In order to check this, press down each corner of the appliance in turn to see if it moves. The safe, long-term and reliable operation of the washing machine depends on it being correctly positioned and level.
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. 0,03 MPa (0,3 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.
DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL 1. Display 2. Programme selector knob 3. Start / Pause button 4. Temperature button 5. Spin Speed button 6. Pre-wash button 7. Rapid wash button 8. Child Lock 9. Easy Iron button 10. Start delay button...
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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL 1. Display The display shows washing temperature, spin speed, the remaining wash cycle time, selected functions, and additional information about locked/open door. Approximate washing time: Time displayed is an estimate only. It can differ from the actual washing time depending on temperature, water pressure, quantity of laundry loaded, and quantity of washing powder used.
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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL 2. Programme selector knob Choose the appropriate wash programme as required, depending on how dirty the clothes are, and type and amount of laundry loaded, which ensures better results and more effecti- ve washing. Once the wash programme is started, turning the programme selector knob to another position (except ) does not change the previously selected programme.
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DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL PANEL 6. Pre-wash button The Pre-wash function is not available for all programmes (see Table of wash program- mes. The Pre-wash function extends the wash cycle by approximately 20 minutes. The laundry is prewashed before the main wash cycle begins. Activation of the Pre-wash function will allow you to achieve excellent washing results without the need to soak the laundry.
USING THE APPLIANCE I. Programme selection 1. Set the programme selector knob to the desired programme (see the table further on). 2. Change temperature, spin speed or activate available additional functions to modify the programme to your individual needs. 3. Press the [Start/ Pause] button. The programme will start after about 6 seconds, once door lock is engaged.
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS I. Baby comfort antiallergic programme The Baby comfort antiallergic programme is especially recommended for washing childre- n’s clothing and for people with sensitive skin In this programme an extra rinse is added to a wash programme. Additionally, water in each rinse is heated to 30°C. Note: Antiallergic function is only available in the baby comfort wash programme.
TABLE OF PROGRAMMES Programme name Temp. Max. spin Max. load Additional functions available max. speed [kg] °C [rpm] Prewash Rapid Easy Iron wash Towels 95 1200 Option Option Option Cottons 1200 Option Option Option Cottons 1200 Option Option Option Synthetics Option Option Option...
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TABLE OF PROGRAMMES Detergent drawer Time Energy Water Type of laundry [h:min] con- con- num- sump- sump- ber of tion tion (l) rinses Prewash Basic Fabric (kWh) wash softener 3:20 2,47 Heavily soiled clothing, or an moderately soiled cot- ...
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Probable cause/Solution The washing machine is not - Turn the tap on Clean the mesh filter on the supply hose. working - Close the door of the appliance. Press the [Start/ Pause] button. Water leaks - Connect the water intake properly. The load in the appliance has not - Replace the load evenly in the drum, clean the pump filter.
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TROUBLESHOOTING The fault indicator lights The washing machine has a system of CODES shown on the display, which helps to locate minor operating faults and identify their cause. Fault is indicated by the symbols: Display Reason Solution indication Low pressure, no Unscrew the water valve, check the water inlet hose and water in the machine filter, check the water pressure.
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 Clean the pump filter every 20 washes or so.
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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.
(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 Wronki S.A. Supplier’s name or trade mark...
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