Reusing The Device After A Period Out Of Use; Troubleshooting - Smeg GW1160 User Manual

8.3

REUSING THE DEVICE AFTER A PERIOD OUT OF USE

If the appliance has been unused for a long time, before starting a cycle, follow these recommendations.
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Inspect the filters at the ends of the water intake hoses and check that no sludge or rust has deposited in the
pipelines; if this has occurred, allow water to run from the water supply tap for a few minutes.
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Restore the electricity supply (if disconnected).
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Reconnect the water supply hose and turn on the tap.
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Run PROGRAM 15 (or another program with a thermal disinfection Td phase) with no load for processing.
A thermal disinfection cycle should be performed before using the device if it has been out of use
for 24 hours or more.
8.4

TROUBLESHOOTING

Slight faults can sometimes be eliminated by the user with the aid of the following instructions.
1. If the programme fails to start, make sure that:
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The appliance is connected to the electrical mains.
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The appliance is receiving power.
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The water tap is turned on.
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The door of the appliance has been closed properly.
2. If water stagnates in the device, make sure that:
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There are no tight bends in the drain hose.
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The drain trap is not clogged.
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The appliance filters are not clogged.
3. If the items in the load for washing in general are not cleaned properly, make sure that:
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The right amount of detergent has been added.
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There is regenerating salt in the tank.
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The instruments have been positioned correctly.
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The program selected is suitable for the type and degree of dirt on the instruments.
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All the filters are clean and correctly fitted.
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The spray arm water outlet holes are not clogged.
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Nothing is preventing the spray arms from turning.
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Make sure that the salt tank cap is firmly closed.
4. If the items in the load fail to dry or are dull, make sure that:
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Absolute filter condition: operating hours can be viewed as an appliance parameter (the default operating hours
are set for normal conditions of use; the drying filter's working life will be reduced by dirtier than average
environments).
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There is neutralising agent in the container.
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The neutralising agent dispenser is set correctly.
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The detergent used is of good quality and has not lost its characteristics (e.g. owing to incorrect storage, pack left
open, etc.).
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Make sure that the salt tank cap is firmly closed.
5. If the elements processed are stained make sure that:
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The amount of neutralising agent dispensed is not excessive.
6. If there are visible traces of rust in the chamber:
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The chamber is made of corrosion-proof steel, so any rust marks are due to external factors (pieces of rust from
the water pipes, etc.). Specific products for removal of these stains are commercially available.
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Make sure that the detergent doses are correct. Some detergents can be more corrosive than others.
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Make sure that the salt tank cap is firmly closed.
If the faults persist after the instructions given above have been followed, contact your nearest authorised service
centre.
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