Intended use
Your washing machine
Congratulations on having opted for a modern, high-quality domestic appliance
for domestic use only,
manufactured by Neff. This washing machine is distinguished by its economical energy
for washing machine-washable fabrics and
consumption.
hand-washable wool in detergent solution,
Each machine that leaves our factory has been inspected thoroughly to ensure that it
to be operated with cold or cold and hot (max. 60 ºC)
functions properly and is in perfect condition.
drinking water, depending on model, and commercially
available detergents and care products which are suit-
For further information on our products, accessories, spares and services, consult our
able for use in washing machines.
website www.neff-international.com or contact any of our customer service centres.
.
– Follow the safety instructions on page 8!
– Do not leave children unattended near the
You can find the contact details for your nearest after-sales service here or in the after-
washing machine.
sales service directory (depending on model).
– The washing machine is not to be used by
– GB 0844 8928989 (calls from a BT landline will be charged at up to 3 pence
children or persons not familiar with the
per minute. A call set-up fee of up to 6 pence may apply)
operating instructions.
– IE 01450 2655
– Keep pets away from the washing machine.
Environmentally friendly waste disposal
Do not switch on the washing machine until you have read these
All packaging must be disposed of in accordance with environmental guidelines.
instructions and the separate Installation instructions!
This appliance is certified in accordance with European Directive 2002/96/CE on the
waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE).
This directive provides the framework for the EU-wide collection and reuse of used
appliances.
Contents
Page
Intended use .......................................................................................1
Programmes ........................................................................................1
Programmes
Setting and adjusting the programme ...........................................3
Detailed overview of programmes
page 7.
Washing ...........................................................................................3/4
Temperature and spin speed can be selected individually,
After washing ......................................................................................4
irrespective of the selected programme and programme
Individual settings ..........................................................................5/6
progress.
Important information ....................................................................... 6
Overview of programmes ................................................................7
Cottons
hard-wearing fabrics
Safety instructions .............................................................................8
Prewash
hard-wearing fabrics, prewash
Consumption values .........................................................................8
Easy-Care
synthetic fabrics
Care and cleaning .............................................................................9
Information on the display panel ....................................................9
Prewash
synthetic fabrics, prewash
Maintenance .................................................................................... 10
Mix
Different types of laundry
What to do if ... ................................................................................ 11
Delicates/Silk
Delicate washable fabrics
Wool
Hand/machine washable wool
Spin+Rinse
Laundry washed by hand, Extra Rinse
Protection of the environment/Conservation tips
activated; if only using the spin cycle, deactivate the
– Always fill the washing machine with a maximum amount of
button
laundry for the relevant programme.
Drain
Drain rinsing water with
(without final spin)
– Wash normally soiled laundry without a pre-wash.
– Instead of Cottons 90 °C, choose the programme
Gentle Spin
Laundry washed by hand with a reduced spin speed
Cottons 60 °C with the additional function EcoPerfect
.
Rapid 15'
Short programme
Comparable cleaning result was significantly lower energy
consumption.
Easy-Care +
Dark laundry
– Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's
Lingerie
Lingery programme
instructions and water hardness.
Sports Wash
microfibre fabrics
– If the laundry is then dried in the tumble dryer, select spin speed
according to instructions of dryer manufacturer.
Sensitive
hard-wearing fabrics
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1
Preparation
run a wash cycle with no laundry in the machine
Correct installation according to the separate
Sorting and loading laundry
installations actions.
Follow the manufacturer's care information!
Sort laundry according to the label's indications.
Checking the machine
And according to type, colour, soiling and temperature.
Do not exceed the maximum load
– Never use a damaged machine!
– Contact customer service!
Observe important information!
Wash laundry of different sizes in the same wash programme.
Connecting the mains plug
Close the door. Take care not to trap items of laundry between the washing machine door and
Make sure your hands are dry!
Handle the plug only!
Add detergent and care products
Turning on the tap
amount of laundry, soiling, water hardness (ask your water supply company) and
For models without insert for liquid detergent:
Pour liquid detergent into the appropriate dispenser and place in the drum.
Insert for liquid detergent (depending on model)
page 6
Compartment II: detergent for the main wash, water softener,
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water.
bleach, stain remover
This prevents blockages.
: Fabric softener, bleach
Compartment
Compartment I: Detergent for prewash
Setting** and adjusting programmes
Additional
Display panel /
Programme selector
Start /
functions
option buttons
Reload
button
- 90 °C
(temp. ºC)
Select the temperature ( = cold)
1 - 24 h
(Ready in)
End of programme after ...
- 1400*
(rpm)
Select the spin speed (* depending on the model) or
(without final spin,
laundry soaks in the last rinsing water, display panel - - - )
Status displays
Programme sequence displays:
-
-
Wash, rinse, spin, programme duration or end (-0-)
Childproof lock
page 5
Open the washing machine door, reload laundry
pages 4, 5
2
2
Washing
Removing the washing
Before the first wash,
Page 9.
Open the washing machine door and remove the washing.
If
(without final spin) is active: turn the programme selector to Drain or
select the spin speed.
Choose Start/Reload.
– Remove any foreign objects. Risk of rusting.
Detergent drawer with
– Leave the washing machine door and detergent door open
Page 7.
compartments I, II,
Page 6
Turn the tap off
Drum
seal.
Control panel
Not required for Aqua-Stop models
Door
Measure detergent according:
Switching off
manufacturer's instructions.
Turn the programme selector to Off.
1
End of programme when ...
**If the
symbol flashes in the
... Start/Reload flashes and -
display panel, the childproof lock is
Note: If display panel lighting is switched off, press any button
active
Deactivate childproof lock,
saving mode, page 5.
page 5.
Interrupting the programme
Additional functions and option
buttons
Individual settings,
page 5.
Programmes at high temperatures:
3
– Cool washing: Select Spin+Rinse.
2
Press Start/Reload
– Press Start/Reload.
Programmes at lower temperatures:
All buttons are sensitive and need
– Select Spin+Rinse (deactivate Extra Rinse
only to be touched lightly. Press and
– Press Start/Reload.
Service door
hold the
(Ready in) option button
for an automatic run through all
Changing the programme if ...
setting options.
Programme selector for
... you have selected the wrong programme by mistake:
– Reselect the programme.
switching the machine on
and off and for selecting the
– Press Start/Reload. The new programme starts from the beginning.
programme. Can be turned
in either direction.
Washing
Reloading laundry if ...
... Press Start/Reload; both the symbols
display panel. If
Press Start/Reload.
3
3
Individual settings
Option buttons
You can change the spin speed and the temperature before the selected programme starts and while it is running. The
effects depend on the programme progress.
(Temperature °C)
You can change the displayed washing temperature. The maximum selectable temperature depends on the current
so that any residual water can evaporate.
programme.
(Ready in)
When you select the programme, the relevant programme duration is displayed. You can delay the end of the
Refer to Installation instructions.
programme before it begins. The ready in-time can be set in increments of one hour up to a maximum of 24 hours.
Press the
(Ready in) button until the required number of hours is displayed (h = hour). Choose Start/Reload.
(spin speed in rpm/
(without final spin))
You can change the displayed spin speed. The maximum selectable spin speed depends on the model and which
programme is currently selected.
Additional functions
Overview of programmes, page 7
SpeedPerfect
For washing in a shorter time with a washing outcome comparable to that of the
standard programme. Maximum load
Overview of programmes, page 7.
EcoPerfect
For saving energy with a washing performance comparable to that of the standard
programme.
Less Ironing
Special spin sequence with subsequent fluffing. Gentle final spin: residual moisture in
the laundry slightly increased.
Increased water level and additional rinse cycle, extended washing time. For areas
Extra Rinse
with very soft water or for further enhancing the spin result.
Childproof lock
- appears on the display panel.
in the display panel
You can lock the washing machine to prevent the functions you have set from being
Energy
changed inadvertently.
ON/OFF: after the start/end of the programme, press and hold
approx. 5 seconds.
Note: The childlock can remain activated until you wish to start the next programme,
even after switching off the machine.
Then you can deactivate the childlock before starting the programme and activate it
again as necessary once the programme has started.
Note:
– The
symbol is lit: Childlock active.
– The
symbol flashes: Childlock active and then the programme selector is
altered. To prevent the programme from stopping, move the programme selector
button) or Drain.
back to the original programme, the
symbol is lit again.
Reloading
+
Press Start/Reload if you want to add additional items of laundry after the programme
in the display panel
has started. The machine checks whether reloading is possible.
+
are lit: reloading is possible.
flashes: wait until
+
are lit.
Note: do not open the door until both the
: it is not possible to reload.
Note: for safety reasons, the washing machine door remains locked when the water
level and/or temperature is high, or during spinning.
page 5
To continue the programme, press the Start/Reload button.
+
are displayed on the
Energy saving mode
is lit, the washing machine door cannot be opened.
The display panel lighting goes out after a few minutes, Start/Reload flashes. Press any button to switch on the lighting.
Start/Reload
4
4
To start the programme or to subsequently load additional laundry, and to activate/deactivate the childproof lock.
Individual settings
Signal
1. Activating the mode
for setting the signal
volume
Set to
o
1 step, the
press and
+
1 step, release
display panel
hold
lights up
Button signals
Information signals
2. Setting the volume
for...
direct
* if necessary, select the
setting the
1 step
setting the
function several times
volume*
volume*
Important information
Protecting the laundry and the machine
– When determining the dosage of all washing powders, additives and cleaning agents, you must follow the
manufacturer's instructions..
– Empty all pockets
– Check for metal items (paper-clips, etc.).
– Wash delicates in a laundry bag (tights, curtains, underwired bras).
– Fasten zips, do up any buttons.
– Brush sand out of pockets and collars.
– Remove curtain fittings or place in the laundry bag.
(Start/Reload) for
Laundry with varying degrees of soiling
Wash new items of clothing separately.
light
Do not prewash. If required, choose the additional function SpeedPerfect.
Pre-treat any stains as necessary.
intense wash
Load less laundry. Choose a programme with a prewash.
Soaking
Load laundry of the same colour.
Pour soaking agent/detergent into compartment II in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Turn the
programme selector to Cottons 30 °C and press Start/Reload. After approx. 10 minutes, press Start/Reload to pause
the programme. Once the required soaking time has elapsed, press Start/Reload again to continue the programme, or
select a different programme.
Starch
Laundry should not be treated with fabric softener.
Starching is possible in all wash programmes if liquid starch is used. Pour the starch in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions into fabric softener compartment
(rinse first if necessary).
+
symbols are lit.
Dyeing / Bleaching
Dye should only be used in normal household quantities. Salt may damage stainless steel. Always follow the dye
manufacturer's instructions. Do not use the washing machine for bleaching clothes.
Insert for liquid detergent
depending on model
Position the insert for dispensing liquid detergent:
– Remove the detergent drawer completely
page 9
– Slide the insert forwards and click into place.
Do not use the insert (slide upwards): for gel detergents and washing powder,
for programmes with Prewash and end time option.
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5
set to
o
6
6
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