WASHING MACHINE F 906 CN INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 132999870...
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YOUR NEW WASHING MACHINE This new washing machine meets all Environment protection requirements for a modern washing of laundry with reduced consumption of water, energy and Packaging recycling detergent. Materials marked with the symbol are The temperature selector dial allows you to recyclable.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION It is important that this instruction book be kept with the appliance for future reference. If you sell or give the appliance away, make sure that the book is passed to the new owners so that they can familiarise themselves with its operation and relevant warnings.
INSTALLATION Unpacking 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. 1. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses.
Water inlet Connect the water inlet hose to a tap with a 3/4" thread. The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the 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.
Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (1.75 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
Control panel 1 Programme chart 6 Rinse hold button Press this button to make the machine stop with 2 ON/OFF button water in the drum after the synthetic or delicate wash cycles. Depress this button to start the programme. This prevents any creasing which may take Depress it again to stop the programme or to place if the clothes are left damp in the drum.
Washing hints delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most Sorting the laundry efficient use of water and energy. Follow the wash code symbols on each garment For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then Quantity of detergent to be used treat stains with methylated spirits. Remove any The type and quantity of detergent will depend residual marks from white fabrics with bleach. on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and hardness of the water used.
Energetic programmes for cotton and linen Maximum load: 4 kg Possible Progr. Temp. Type of laundry Cycle description options Prewash Whites Wash at 60°-90°C 60°-90° with prewash 4 rinses (heavy soiled) Long spin Whites Wash at 60°-90°C 60°-90° without prewash 4 rinses (normally soiled) Long spin...
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Gentle programmes for synthetics, mixed fibres, delicates woollens Maximum load: 1 kg, woollens: 0.7 kg Possible Progr. Temp. Type of laundry Cycle description options Synthetics Wash at 30°-60°C 30°-60° without prewash 3 rinses (normally soiled) Short spin Wash at 30°-40°C Quick wash 30°-40°...
Operating sequence Before washing your first load of laundry, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine.
6. Select the programme and start it Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the required wash programme and depress the ON/OFF button: the operating pilot light comes on and the machine starts to operate. 7. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically, the operating pilot light goes out.
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 40°C 30°C Hand wash Do not...
MAINTENANCE 1. Bodywork Clean the outside of the machine with warm water and a neutral, non-abrasive household detergent. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the bodywork.
4. Drain pump The machine is equipped with a self-cleaning pump which does not need any cleaning. 5. Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine: pull out the plug from the power socket; close the water tap;...
SOMETHING NOT WORKING Problems which you can resolve yourself Problem Possible cause The machine does not start up: Check that the door is firmly closed. Check that the machine is plugged in and that there is power at the socket. Check that the main fuse or the fuse in the plug has not blown.
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Problem Possible cause The machine vibrates or is noisy: Check that all the transit bolts and packing have been removed. Check that the machine is not resting against anything. Check that the support feet are resting firmly on the ground. Check that the laundry is evenly distributed in the drum.