2.1.1 LCD version TC3 high ........................5 Version TC2 ............................6 2.2.1 LCD version TC2 ........................... 6 Principle of Steam Function operation ....................... 7 Steam programmes ............................ 8 Cotton programme..........................8 ...
1 Purpose of the manual This part of the manual is separate from the main booklet, and deals with the steam generator system and everything else that varies with respect to a washing machine that does not present this new function. For further information on other washing machine components, please see the SERVICE MANUAL.
2 Control panel 2.1 Version TC3 A. Programme selector. F. Delay start. B. Washing temperature. G. LCD C. Spin speed. H. Start / Pause D. Pre-wash. Time manager. E. Extra rinse. 2.1.1 LCD version TC3 high P. Drain. L. Washing level Q.
2.2 Version TC2 A. Programme selector. F. Delay start. B. Washing temperature. G. LCD C. Spin speed. H. Start / Pause D. Pre-wash. Time manager. E. Extra rinse. 2.2.1 LCD version TC2 T. Temperature. L. Delay start. U. Spin speed M.
3 Principle of Steam Function operation In order to use the steam programmes it has been necessary to modify the tub so that the tray containing the heating element is a little deeper and there is a new inlet specifically made for the water required to create the steam.
4 Steam programmes The three programmes that use the steam generator are marked by the symbol, and they are: cotton items synthetic items refresh 4.1 Cotton programme The COTTON programme runs for 30 minutes. 4.2 Synthetics programme The SYNTHETICS programme runs for 20 minutes.
5 Electric components 5.1 Solenoid group The solenoid group is made up of 3 solenoids, a Wash pre-wash solenoid, a wash solenoid and specific low capacity solenoid required for the steam Pre-wash programmes. Steam Water pressures higher than 1 bar are limited by water the pressure regulator to 5.5 l/min.
5.2 Heating element The heating element is directly powered by the control electronics using a low power relay. For safety reasons 2 of the pressure switch electric contacts are connected in series. The contact positions are controlled by two cables from the control electronics.
6 Service programme This mode allows to check appliance operations and to read alarms. 6.1 Accessing the programme • The appliance must be turned off. • Turn the appliance on, turning the programme selector by one position in a clockwise direction. •...
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Position 1 User interface test Purpose of the test: to test operation of all the LEDs and switches. Components activated: all LEDs and the LCD. Behaviour All LEDs turn on in sequence. When any button is pressed the corresponding icon lights up. The code is shown on the LCD and a beep sounds.
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Position 5 Steam water solenoid Purpose of the test: test operation of steam programme water inlet solenoid. Components activated: door fastening device. Steam programme water solenoid. Behaviour: the water level is displayed on the LCD. Working conditions: door closed. Water level below the overflow. Maximum time 5 min.
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Position 8 Water drain pump Purpose of the test: to test operation of the water drain pump and operation of the motor at maximum speed. Spin Components activated: door fastening device. Drain pump. Motor at maximum spin speed. (*) Behaviour: a water drain phase is activated and continues throughout the test.
8 Access to components Solenoid group • Unscrew the flexible water inlet pipe. • Disconnect the control panel on one side, using a screwdriver as a lever. • Lift it up slightly. • Repeat the operation on the other side. •...
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• Use a screwdriver to loosen the fixing clamps that fasten the pre-wash, wash and air break water inlet pipes. • Slightly lower the clip fixing the solenoid power connectors, and remove them. WARNING Take note of the positions of connectors to ensure you reassemble them properly.
Heating element • Unfasten the 4 screws fixing the right side panel to the back. • Move the panel towards the back of the machine and remove it. • Disconnect the power cables, the earth cable and disconnect the NTC probe. •...
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