en Safety 1 Safety Observe the following safety instructions. 1.1 General information ¡ Read this instruction manual carefully. ¡ Keep the instruction manual and the product information safe for future reference or for the next owner. ¡ Do not connect the appliance if it has been damaged in transit. 1.2 Intended use Only use this appliance: ¡...
Safety en 1.4 Safe installation WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect installation is dangerous. ▶ Connect and operate the appliance only in accordance with the specifications on the rating plate. ▶ Connect the appliance to a power supply with alternating cur- rent only via a properly installed socket with earthing. ▶...
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en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of injury! The high weight of the appliance may result in injury when lifted. ▶ Do not lift the appliance on your own. If this appliance is not correctly installed in a washer-dryer stack, the installed appliance may fall. ▶...
Safety en ▶ Wear protective gloves when installing and transporting the ap- pliance. 1.5 Safe use WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! If the appliance or the power cord is damaged, this is dangerous. ▶ Never operate a damaged appliance. ▶ Never pull on the power cord to unplug the appliance. Always unplug the appliance at the mains.
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en Safety WARNING ‒ Risk of poisoning! Detergents and care products may result in poisoning if con- sumed. ▶ If accidentally swallowed, seek medical advice. ▶ Keep detergents and care products out of the reach of children. WARNING ‒ Risk of explosion! Laundry that has been pretreated with cleaning agents that con- tain solvents may cause an explosion in the appliance.
Safety en 1.6 Safe cleaning and maintenance WARNING ‒ Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. ▶ Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist staff. ▶ Only use genuine spare parts when repairing the appliance. ▶ If the power cord of this appliance is damaged, it must be re- placed by the manufacturer, the manufacturer's Customer Ser- vice or a similarly qualified person in order to prevent any risk.
en Preventing material damage If the water pressure is too high or 2 Preventing material too low, the appliance may not be able to operate properly. damage Ensure that the water pressure in ▶ the water supply system is at least ATTENTION! 100 kPa (1 bar) and max.
Environmental protection and saving energy en Set the maximum spin speed if you 3 Environmental protec- want to dry the laundry in the tumble tion and saving energy dryer afterwards. a The drier the laundry, the shorter the programme duration when dry- 3.1 Disposing of packaging ing which, in turn, reduces energy consumption.
en Installation and connection Replace the accessories in ques- ▶ 4 Installation and con- tion before operating the appli- ance. nection → "Accessories", Page 29 Note: The appliance has been tested 4.1 Unpacking the appliance at the factory to check it is in working order. As a result, water stains may ATTENTION! remain in the appliance.
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Installation and connection en ATTENTION! Installation loca- Requirements If residual water in the appliance tion freezes, this may cause damage to Against a wall Do not trap the the appliance. power cord or Do not install or operate this appli- ▶ the hoses ance anywhere that is liable to ex- between the wall...
en Installation and connection Unscrew and remove all the Put on the 4 cover caps. screws for the 4 transit bolts with a WAF 13 wrench. Push the 4 cover caps downwards. Remove the power cable from the holder. Note: To install the transport locks to transport the appliance, perform these steps again in the reverse or- Remove the 4 sleeves.
Installation and connection en Connect the water inlet hose to a Plastic pipe with Fix and secure tap (26.4 mm = 3/4"). rubber sleeve or the water outlet gully hose with an el- → Page 29. 4.6 Aligning the appliance In order to reduce noise and vibra- tion and to prevent the appliance from moving, align the appliance cor- Open the water tap carefully and...
en Installation and connection Screw the lock nuts tightly against the housing using a WAF 17 wrench. In doing so, hold the foot tight and do not adjust its height. 4.7 Connecting the appliance to the electricity supply Note: Your electrical domestic install- ation for this appliance must comply with the local legal provisions and safety regulations, and should in-...
Familiarising yourself with your appliance en 5 Familiarising yourself with your appliance 5.1 Appliance You can find an overview of the parts of your appliance here. On certain models, specific details such as the colour and shape may differ from those pictured. 5.2 Detergent drawer Maintenance flap for the drain pump → Page 35 Note: Observe the manufacturer's in-...
en Familiarising yourself with your appliance Dispenser II: detergent for the main wash Compartment : Fabric softener Compartment I: Detergent for prewash 5.3 Control panel You can use the control panel to configure all functions of your appliance and to obtain information about the operating status. Programmes → Page 25 Programme selector → Page 30...
first time en Pour washing powder into com- first time 6 Before using for the partment II. first time Prepare the appliance for use. first time 6.1 Starting an empty wash- ing cycle Your appliance was inspected thor- oughly before leaving the factory. To remove any residual water, run the first wash cycle without any laundry.
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en Display 7 Display The display shows the current settings, options or relevant information. Example: Display Display Designation More information 0:40 Programme dura- Expected programme duration or pro- tion/programme gramme time remaining in hours and time remaining minutes. Programme end → "Buttons", Page 23 time 10.0 Recommended...
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Display en Display Designation More information Wash Programme status Rinse Programme status Spin Programme status End of pro- Programme status gramme Steaming Programme status Childproof lock ¡ lights up: The childproof lock is activ- ated. ¡ flashes: The childproof lock is activated and the appliance has been operated.
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en Display Display Designation More information Voltage control Flashes: The programme has been system paused because of impermissible voltage drops. The voltage is permissible again and the programme will continue. Note: The programme duration is exten- ded. Door ¡ Lights up: The door is locked and can- not be opened.
Buttons en 8 Buttons The selection of programme settings depends on the programme that is set. Button Selection More information Inicio/Pausa+- ¡ Start Start, cancel or pause the pro- Carga (Start/Re- gramme. ¡ Cancel load/Pause) ¡ Pause Speed Perfect ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate a shorter pro- gramme duration.
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en Buttons Button Selection More information Fácil ¡ Activate Activate or deactivate the reduced (Less Ironing) creasing programme. ¡ Deactivate In order to reduce creasing in the laundry, the spin cycle and the spin speed are adapted. Note: The laundry has a higher resid- ual moisture after washing.
Programmes en 9 Programmes Note: The laundry's care labels provide you with additional information on pro- gramme selection. Programme Description Max. load (kg) Algodón / Al- Wash hard-wearing items made from cotton, linen 10.0 godão or blended fabrics. (Cottons) Also suitable as a short programme for normally soiled laundry when you activate ...
en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Programme setting: ¡ Max. 60 °C ¡ Max. 1400 rpm Delicado / Wash delicate, washable items made from silk, vis- Seda cose and synthetic fabrics. (Delicates/Silk) Use a detergent that is suitable for delicates or silk. Note: Wash especially delicate items or items with hooks, eyelets or clips in a mesh laundry bag.
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Programmes en Programme Description Max. load (kg) Do not use fabric softener. Tip: Use the Sintéticos programme to wash heavily soiled laundry. Programme setting: ¡ Max. 40 °C ¡ Max. 800 rpm Iron Assist Suitable for shirts, T-shirts and similar fabrics made (Easy Ironing from cotton, linen or blended fabrics.
en Programmes Programme Description Max. load (kg) Use washing powder that contains bleach. Add the washing powder containing bleach to compartment II for the main wash. → "Detergent drawer", Page 17 Halve the amount of detergent to avoid foaming. Do not use fabric softener. Do not use liquid detergent or detergent that is in- tended for woollens or delicates.
Accessories en 10 Accessories Use original accessories. These have been made especially for your appli- ance. Note: Some accessories are avail- able in other colours. Contact → "Customer Service", Page 49. Order number Water inlet hose exten- Extend the water inlet WMZ2381 sion hose for cold water or AquaStop (approx.
en Detergents and care products If required, adjust the programme 12 Detergents and care settings. → "Adjusting the programme set- products tings", Page 30 The manufacturer's instructions for use and dosage can be found on the 13.3 Adjusting the pro- packaging. gramme settings Notes Requirement: A programme has ¡...
Childproof lock en Remove the laundry. 13.6 Starting the programme → "Unloading the laundry", Requirement: A programme is set. Page 31 → "Setting a programme", Page 30 13.9 Unloading the laundry Press Inicio/Pausa+Carga. ▶ a The drum rotates and load detec- Open the door. tion takes place. This can take up Remove the laundry from the to 2 minutes, after which water drum.
en Childproof lock a The childproof lock remains active even after the appliance has been switched off and in the event of a power cut. 14.2 Deactivating the child- proof lock Requirement: To deactivate the childproof lock, the appliance must be switched on. Press and hold the two ...
Basic settings en 15 Basic settings You can configure the basic settings for your appliance to meet your needs. 15.1 Overview of the basic settings Basic setting Programme Value Description position End signal 0 (off) Set the volume of the signal at the 1 (quiet) end of the programme.
en Programme counter 15.2 Changing the basic set- 17 Cleaning and servi- tings cing Set the programme selector to po- To keep your appliance working effi- sition 1. ciently for a long time, it is important to clean and maintain it carefully. 17.1 Cleaning the drum CAUTION Risk of injury! Permanently washing at low temper-...
Cleaning and servicing en Pull out the insert upwards. Clean the opening for the deter- gent drawer. Clean the detergent drawer and in- sert with water and a brush, and Push in the detergent drawer. then dry them. 17.3 Cleaning the drain pump Clean the drain pump regularly, at least once a year, as well as in the event of faults, e.g.
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en Cleaning and servicing Slide a sufficiently large container CAUTION - Risk of scalding! under the opening. When you wash at high temperat- ures, the detergent solution gets hot. Do not touch the hot detergent ▶ solution. To allow the detergent solution to flow out into the container, remove the sealing cap.
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Cleaning and servicing en Insert the pump cap. Cleaning the drain pump Ensure that the parts of the Requirement: The drain pump is ‒ pump cap are correctly as- empty. → Page 35 sembled. Since water may remain in the drain pump, unscrew the pump cap carefully.
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en Cleaning and servicing Insert the mains plug. Before the next wash Switch on the appliance. To prevent unused detergent from Pour 1 litre of water into compart- flowing straight into the outlet in the ment II. next wash, run a suitable programme for draining after you have emptied Select a suitable programme for the drain pump.
Troubleshooting en 18 Troubleshooting You can rectify minor faults on your appliance yourself. Read the troubleshoot- ing information before contacting after-sales service. This will avoid unneces- sary costs. WARNING Risk of electric shock! Incorrect repairs are dangerous. Repairs to the appliance should only be carried out by trained specialist ▶...
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting "E:30 / -80" Immediate measure: Mix one tablespoon of fabric ▶ softener with 0.5 litres of water and pour the mix- ture into the left-hand compartment (not for outdoor clothing, sportswear or items stuffed with down). Reduce the amount of detergent for the next wash- ▶...
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting lights up. The temperature is too high. Wait until the temperature has dropped. ▶ → "Cancelling the programme", Page 31 ▶ Water level is too high. Select a suitable programme for draining. ▶ → "Programmes", Page 25 flashes. Door is not closed. Close the door.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The programme does Laundry is caught in the door. not start. Remove any trapped laundry. ▶ The door cannot The temperature is too high. be opened. Wait until the temperature has dropped. ▶ Cancel the programme. ▶...
Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Water is not flowing You have not pressed Inicio/Pausa+Carga. in. Detergent is not Press Inicio/Pausa+Carga. ▶ being dispensed. The filters in the water inflow are blocked. Clean the filters in the water inflow. ▶ The tap is turned off. Turn on the tap.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting Vibrations and move- Appliance is not correctly aligned. ment of the appliance → "Aligning the appliance", Page 15 ▶ whilst spinning. The appliance feet are not fixed. Secure the appliance feet. ▶ → "Aligning the appliance", Page 15 Transit bolts have not been removed. → "Removing the transit bolts", Page 13.
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting The spin programme Note: Where possible, mix large and small items in does not start. the drum. Different sized items of laundry distribute themselves better during the spin cycle. Start the programme. ▶ Rushing, hissing Water is flushed under pressure into the detergent noise.
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en Troubleshooting Fault Cause and troubleshooting The spin result is not Select the programmes that are suitable for the ▶ satisfactory. The laun- type of fabric. dry is too wet/too Drain pipe or water outlet hose is blocked. damp. Clean the drain pipe and the water outlet hose. ▶...
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Troubleshooting en Fault Cause and troubleshooting Odours have formed Humidity and detergent residue may promote the in the appliance. formation of bacteria. → "Cleaning the drum", Page 34 ▶ If you are not using the appliance, leave the door ▶ and detergent drawer open so that residual water can evaporate.
en Transportation, storage and disposal 18.1 Emergency release 19.2 Inserting the transit bolts Releasing the door Secure the appliance before trans- Requirement: The drain pump is portation using transit bolts in order empty. → Page 35 to prevent transport damage. ATTENTION! Escaping water may Use a screwdriver to remove the 4 cause material damage.
Customer Service en 19.4 Disposing of old appli- 20 Customer Service ance Function-relevant genuine spare parts Valuable raw materials can be re- according to the relevant Ecodesign used by recycling. Directive can be obtained from Cus- tomer Service for a period of at least WARNING 10 years from the date on which your Risk of harm to health!
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en Consumption values 21 Consumption values The following information is provided in accordance with the EU Ecodesign Regulation. The values given for programs other than the Eco 40-60 are indicat- ive only and were determined in accordance with the applicable standard EN60456. Programme Load Pro-...
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