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Summarization of Contents
Safety
General Information
General information about the instruction manual.
Intended Use
Details on the correct and safe usage of the appliance.
Restriction on User Group
Guidelines for use by children and persons with reduced abilities.
Safe Installation
Safety instructions related to the installation of the appliance.
WARNING – Risk of Fire!
Precautions to prevent fire hazards during appliance use.
WARNING – Risk of Injury!
Safety measures to avoid injury from appliance weight or stacking.
WARNING – Risk of Suffocation!
Precautions to prevent suffocation from packaging materials.
CAUTION – Risk of Injury!
Preventing injury from appliance movement or incorrect hose placement.
CAUTION – Risk of Cutting!
Precautions to avoid cuts from sharp edges.
Safe Use
Safety instructions for using the appliance.
WARNING – Risk of Electric Shock!
Safety measures to prevent electric shock.
WARNING – Risk of Harm to Health!
Precautions to prevent children from locking themselves in the appliance.
WARNING – Risk of Poisoning!
Safety advice regarding detergents and care products.
WARNING – Risk of Explosion!
Warning about potential explosions from pretreated laundry.
CAUTION – Risk of Injury!
Preventing injury from standing or climbing on the appliance.
CAUTION – Risk of Burns!
Caution regarding hot appliance door during washing.
CAUTION – Risk of Scalding!
Warning about hot detergent solution during washing.
CAUTION – Risk of Chemical Burns!
Risk of irritation from detergents and care products.
Safe Cleaning and Maintenance
Safety instructions for cleaning and maintenance.
WARNING – Risk of Injury!
Danger of using non-original spare parts and accessories.
WARNING – Risk of Poisoning!
Warning about poisonous fumes from solvents.
Preventing Material Damage
Instructions to avoid damage to the appliance and materials.
ATTENTION!
Consequences of using wrong detergent quantities or overloading.
Environmental Protection and Saving Energy
Disposing of Packaging
Information on environmentally compatible packaging disposal.
Save Energy and Conserve Resources
Tips for reducing electricity and water consumption.
Energy Saving Mode
Explanation of the appliance's energy-saving mode.
Installation and Connection
Unpacking the Appliance
Steps for removing packaging and protective covers.
Contents of Package
Checking the delivered package for completeness and damage.
Requirements for the Installation Location
Guidelines for choosing a suitable installation location.
Removing the Transit Bolts
Instructions on how to remove transit bolts before use.
Connecting the Appliance
Steps to connect the appliance to power, water, and drainage.
Connecting the Water Inlet Hose
Detailed instructions for connecting the water inlet hose.
Water Outlet Connection Types
Information on different ways to connect the water outlet.
Connecting the Appliance to the Electricity Supply
Instructions for connecting the appliance to the power supply.
Aligning the Appliance
How to align the appliance for stability and reduced noise.
Familiarising Yourself with Your Appliance
Appliance
An overview of the different parts of the washing machine.
Detergent Drawer
Explanation of the detergent drawer structure and compartments.
Controls
Overview of the appliance's control panel and functions.
Display
Explanation of the appliance's display symbols and meanings.
Programmes
Overview of available wash programmes and their settings.
Buttons
Explanation of the appliance's buttons and their functions.
Accessories
Before Using for the First Time
Preparation steps before the initial use of the appliance.
Starting an Empty Washing Cycle
Running the first wash cycle without laundry.
Laundry
Preparing the Laundry
Instructions on how to prepare laundry before washing.
Sorting Laundry
Guidelines for sorting laundry based on type and colour.
Degrees of Soiling
Classification of laundry soiling levels.
Care Symbols on the Care Labels
Explanation of laundry care symbols.
Detergents and Care Products
Detergent Recommendation
Guidance on selecting appropriate detergents for different fabrics.
Basic Operation
Detergent Dosage
How to determine the correct detergent dosage.
Water Hardness
Information about water hardness and its impact.
Setting a Programme
Steps to select and set a wash programme.
Adjusting the Programme Settings
How to adjust programme settings like temperature, spin speed.
Loading Laundry
Instructions for loading laundry into the drum.
Using a Measuring Aid for Liquid Detergent
How to use the optional measuring aid for liquid detergent.
Adding Detergent and Care Product
Guide on adding detergent and care products.
Starting the Programme
How to start a selected wash programme.
Adding Laundry
How to add or remove laundry during a programme pause.
Cancelling the Programme
How to cancel an ongoing wash programme.
Unloading the Laundry
Instructions for removing laundry after the cycle.
Switching Off the Appliance
How to properly switch off the appliance.
Childproof Lock
Activating the Childproof Lock
Steps to activate the childproof lock.
Deactivating the Childproof Lock
Steps to deactivate the childproof lock.
Basic Settings
Overview of the Basic Settings
An overview of configurable basic settings for the appliance.
Changing the Basic Settings
How to modify the appliance's basic settings.
Cleaning and Servicing
Tips on Appliance Care
General tips for maintaining the appliance.
Cleaning the Drum
Instructions for cleaning the washing machine drum.
Cleaning the Detergent Drawer
Steps for cleaning the detergent drawer.
Descaling
Guidance on descaling the appliance.
Cleaning the Drain Pump
Instructions for cleaning the drain pump.
Emptying the Drain Pump
Steps to empty the drain pump for cleaning.
Cleaning the Water Outlet Hose at the Siphon
How to clean the water outlet hose and siphon connection.
Clean the Water Inlet Filters
Instructions for cleaning the water inlet filters.
Emptying the Water Inlet Hose
Steps to empty the water inlet hose before filter cleaning.
Cleaning the Filter on the Tap
How to clean the filter on the water tap.
Cleaning the Filter on the Appliance
How to clean the filter located on the appliance itself.
Troubleshooting
Error Code / Fault Display / Signal
Guide to interpreting error codes and fault displays.
Malfunctions
Common malfunctions and their solutions.
Noise
Troubleshooting unusual noises from the appliance.
Problem with Results
Solutions for unsatisfactory washing results.
Leakage
Troubleshooting and fixing water leakage issues.
Odours
Identifying and resolving odours from the appliance.
Transportation, Storage and Disposal
Emergency Release
How to release the door in case of power failure.
Releasing the Door
Detailed steps for releasing the appliance door.
Inserting the Transit Bolts
Instructions for securing the appliance for transport.
Using the Appliance Again
Steps to prepare the appliance after storage or transport.
Disposing of Old Appliance
Guidelines for environmentally friendly disposal of the appliance.
Customer Service
Product Number (E-Nr.) and Production Number (FD)
How to find the product and production numbers for service.
Consumption Values
Technical Specifications
Key technical data and specifications of the appliance.
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