Safety instructions • This appliance is designed to be used for domestic and similar applications such as: kitchen areas for staff in shops, offices and other professional premises; farms; use by hotel, motel and other residential clients; B&B type environments. •...
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Warning! Product installation • This washing machine is intended for indoor use only. • It is not designed for built-in installation. • Never obstruct the openings. • This washing machine must not be installed in bathrooms, very damp rooms or in rooms where there are explosive gasses or caustic substances.
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Operation of the appliance • Before using the appliance for the first time, perform a complete washing cycle empty. • Use of inflammable and explosive solvents is prohibited. Never use fuel and alcohol, etc. as detergents. Only choose detergents that are suitable for machine washing. •...
Installation Description of the product Top panel Drain hose Control panel Water supply hose Power cord Detergent compartment Drum Window Filter Note! • The illustration of the accessories is provided for reference purposes only. Please refer to the actual product.
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Accessories Transit bolt Cold water Hot water Drain hose User guide hole covers supply hose supply hose holder (not supplied) (not supplied) Installation location Warning! • It is important that the product be stabilised so that it will not move! •...
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Unpacking the washing machine Warning! • Packaging materials (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be hazardous to children. • There is a suffocation hazard! Keep all packaging materials away from children. 1. Remove the cardboard box and the polystyrene wrapping. 2. Lift the washing machine and remove the packaging under it.
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Proceed as follows to remove the transit bolts 1. Use a spanner to loosen the four transit bolts then pull them out. 2. Push the four transit bolt cover caps provided for this purpose into the holes. 3. Keep the transit bolts in a safe place for future reuse.
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Connecting the Water Supply Hose Warning! • Follow the instructions in this section to avoid water leaks or water damage. • Don't twist, squash, modify or cut the water supply hose. Connecting the water supply hose to a threaded tap Threaded tap and water supply hose Connect the other end of the water supply hose to the water supply valve located on the back of the washing machine then tighten down...
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Drain hose Warning! • Do not twist or extend the drain hose. • Position the drain hose correctly. If you do not perform this operation correctly a water leak may occur. Note! • If the washing machine is provided with a drain hose holder, install it as follows:...
Warning! • When you install a drain hose, attach it properly using a cord. • If the drain hose is too long, never attempt to insert part of it into the washing machine by forcing it as this will cause unusual noises.
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Main wash detergent Softener Prewash 4. Close the door 5. Add detergent 2. Washing 1. Switch on the 2. Select the 3. Select a 4. Start the appliance programme function or the programme default settings Note! • If you use the default settings, you can skip step 3. 3.
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Before every wash Always read the washing labels on garments and the explanations on how to use the detergent before washing. Choose detergent that produces little or no foam for optimum washing and to avoid any overflowing. Refer to the instructions provided by the detergent maker as shown on the detergent packaging.
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Type of textile Programme Detergent Cotton temp. ≤ 90° White cotton Detergent with whitening product Cotton temp. ≤ 60°C Colours made of linen or cotton Colour detergent without whitening product Mixed temp. ≤ 60° Mixed fibres Colour wash Synthetics temp. ≤ 60°...
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Warning! • You only need to put detergent in Compartment I if you selected the Prewash function on washing machines provided with this function. Programme Programme ECO 40-60 Sport Cotton Wool Flash 15’ 20° C Rapid 45' Mixed Intensive Drum clean Rinse and Spin Hygiene Spin only...
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The control panel On/Off Start/Pause button This button switches your washing machine on and off. Press to start the selected washing cycle. Press during the cycle to pause it. Temperature button Programmes You can select the programme of your choice to match Press this button to select the desired temperature: the your washing requirements.
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Warning! • To change a setting after starting the washing cycle, press the On/Off button once to switch off the machine. Press the On/Off button a second time to switch the machine back on, select the programme, spin speed and options again, then press the Start/Pause button. (Ensure that the child safety function is disabled or the initially selected programme will continue to run.) •...
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Programme Options Options Programme Extra Extra Delayed Delayed Rinse Prewash Easy-Jet Prewash Easy-Jet Rinse start start ECO 40-60 Sport Cotton Wool Flash 15’ 20° C Rapid 45' Mixed Intensive Drum clean Rinse and Spin Hygiene Spin only Synthetics Baby care Duvet Optional Other options...
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Warning! • If a power break occurs when the washing machine is running, the internal memory saves the selected program. Once the power has returned, press the Start/Pause button to resume the programme. Child safety This function is used to lock the buttons so that the current program cannot be changed especially when a child plays with the keys.
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Switching off the audible beep Press the Temp° C button for three seconds to switch off the audible beep. Perform the same action to restart it. The last setting will be retained until the next reset. Warning! • After switching off the audible beep, the appliance no longer makes any sound.
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Programmes The programmes are adapted to the kind of laundry. Programmes Cotton This programme is suited to a load consisting of resistant white or coloured cotton. Synthetics This programme is ideal for a load consisting of resistant synthetics. Duvet Wash down jackets with this programme while protecting their appearance. Rapid 45' This programme is used to quickly wash a small load of laundry that is not very dirty.
Maintenance Cleaning and Care Warning! • Always switch off the appliance and turn off the water tap before any maintenance operations. Cleaning the Exterior of your Washing Machine Suitable maintenance will optimise the service life of your washing machine. Appliance surfaces can be cleaned with neutral non-abrasive detergents diluted where necessary.
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Note! • Don't put laundry in the washing machine during the drum cleaning. Cleaning the door and window seal Wipe the window and seal after each wash to remove lint and stains. If lint builds up, it can cause leaks. Remove coins, buttons and other objects trapped in the seal after every wash.
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Cleaning the washing machine filter Unscrew the water inlet hose from the back of the machine. Remove the filter using a pair of pliers. Use a brush to clean the filter. Refit the filter once cleaning is finished. Reconnect the water inlet hose. Cleaning the detergent compartment If you observe any dirtying of the detergent drawer, clean it.
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Cleaning the drain pump filter Warning! • Beware of hot water! • Disconnect the appliance to avoid any electric shock hazard. • The drain pump filter filters out lint and other small debris present in the laundry. • Clean the filter regularly to ensure proper washing machine operation.
Troubleshooting The washing machine cannot start up or stops during operation. First attempt to solve the problem. If you cannot, then contact the service centre. Description Cause Solution Washing machine The door is not properly Switch the washing cannot start up closed machine back on after closing the door...
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Description Cause Solution The door is not Close the door properly and restart the properly closed washing machine Check whether any clothes are trapped Problem adding Check whether the water pressure is water during too low washing Refit the water pipe in an upright position Check that the water supply filter is not blocked...
14 years under the terms set out in the above regulation. Technical specifications Power supply 220-240V/50HZ Maximum current 10 A Standard water pressure 0.05 MPa-1 MPa Model Washing Dimensions Net weight Rated power capacity (H*L*D in WFB124QWA 12.0kg 595*595*850 73kg 2000W...
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General information on regulation EU 2019-2023 • When using the test programmes, wash the specified load using the maximum spin speed. • The actual parameters will depend on how the appliance is used and may differ from the preset parameters. •...
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AFTER-SALES SERVICE Any repairs to your appliance must be made by a qualified professional accredited to work on the brand. When calling, please provide the full references of your appliance (commercial reference, service reference, serial number), so that we can handle your call more efficiently.
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This symbol on the product or in the instructions means that your electrical and electronic equipment should be disposed at the end of its life separately from your household waste. There are separate collection systems for recycling in the European Union.
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