132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation • Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the appliance is not in use. This preserves the door •...
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Disposal Packaging materials This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection The materials marked with the symbol containers. recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene Machine >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! Tips for environmental protection To save water, energy and to help protect the...
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Installation Unpacking 7. Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope containing the instruction booklet. All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the The drain hose must not be kinked. machine can be turned in any direction. Simply loosen the fitting, rotate the hose and retighten the fitting, making sure there are no water leaks For a correct functioning of the machine the drain hose must remain hooked on the proper support piece situated on the top part of the back side of...
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Your new washing machine This new machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. • The programme selector dial combines the function of programme and temperature selection, making it easier to set the programme.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Control panel ON/OFF Programme Option buttons Important! Depending on the programme, different functions To modify the DELAY START: first you have to can be combined. These must be selected after cancel the previously selected programme by choosing the desired programme and before turning the programme selector dial to “0”.
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132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina To interrupt a programme which is running, depress 7 Programme selector dial the Start/Pause button: the corresponding pilot light The selector is divided into 5 sections: starts to flash. • Cottons To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the START/PAUSE button •...
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Synthetics: drum no more than half full; Washing hints Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Sorting the laundry Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), Quantity of detergent to be used lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain. The type and quantity of detergent will depend on Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and stains with methylated spirits.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash temperature temperature temperature temperature 95°C 60°C...
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Operating sequence 5. Select the required options The light corresponding to the depressed button Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 illuminates. litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve.
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132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina 8. Start the programme 13. At the end of the programme Depress START/PAUSE-button, the corresponding The machine stops automatically. pilot light stops flashing and remains lit. The START/PAUSE pilot start goes out and the END The light “Function” illuminates. pilot light comes on.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Programme table SPECIAL PROGRAMMES Consumptions* Programme Programme Additional Wash load selector dial Programme description functions max. Energy Water Duration position min. 3 rinses with liquid For rinsing additive, if required SPIN REDUCTION hand washed 5 kg 0.05 Short spin at max.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Maintenance 1. Bodywork Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit the Clean the outside of the machine with soap and drawer after cleaning. water only. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina • Place a bowl on the floor to collect any spillage. 7. Frost precautions • Pull out the emergency emptying hose, place it in If the machine is installed in a place where the the bowl and remove its cap. temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as •...
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Something not working? Problems which you can resolve yourself, before calling the After Sales Service. During machine operation it is possible that the END light starts to flash: 4 flashes= the door has not been closed 2 flashes= the machine does not empty 1 flash= the machine does not fill.
132990980GB.qxd 03/03/2004 11:57 Pagina Problem Possible cause • The door will not open: • The programme is still running, the drum is turning. • The door lock has not been released. • The water level is above the bottom edge of the door.