Please read this instruction manual and all other information accompanying the washing machine before operating the appliance. Please retain all documents for future reference or for a subsequent appliance owner. Disposal Information The shipping package has protected your new Disposing of the appliance on its way to your home.
Environmental Protection / Conservation Issues Your washing machine uses water, energy and detergent efficiently, thereby protecting the environment and reducing your household costs. See Page 34 for consumption values of your appliance. Using your washing machine in an efficient and environmentally friendly manner: - Do not exceed maximum load: Cottons + Linens...
General Safety Instructions Your washing machine is intended: - For domestic use only. - For washing machine washable fabrics in washing solution. - For operation using cold and hot (70 °C) tap water and conventional laundry detergents and additives that are suitable for use in washing machines. Do not leave children unsupervised near the washing machine.
Your New Washing Machine Filling laundry detergent and/or additive dispensers Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash or starch. Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash, soaking agent, softener, bleach or stain remover. Dispenser 2: Cleaning product, e.g. fabric softener, fabric conditioner (do not fill above the lower edge of the insert 1).
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Control panel 1. Select a programme Programme selector switches the washing machine on/off. Can be rotated in either direction. 2. Control lights illuminate The programme selector does not rotate End" when programme is finished. while the programme is running the Active"...
Before Using Your Washing Machine For the First Time The washing machine must have been installed and connected properly (refer to Page 35). Your appliance was tested before leaving the factory. To remove any water left over from testing procedures, the first washing cycle should be carried out without laundry in the machine.
Preparing, Sorting and Loading the Laundry Caution Preparing Loose debris (e.g. coins, paper clips, needles, nails) the laundry can damage items of clothing as well as parts of the washing machine (e.g. drum). q Empty all pockets on items of clothing. q Brush out any sand from pockets and cuffs.
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Caution Sorting the laundry Items of clothing can become discoloured. Never wash new multi coloured items together with other items. According to colour and degree of dirt White items may become grey. Always wash white and coloured items separately. Degrees of dirt Slight dirt No recognizable dirt or staining.
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Intensive dirt Dirt and/or staining recognizable. - Kitchen hand towels that have been used for up to one week. - Fabric napkins. - Bibs. - Children's outer clothing or football shirts and shorts with grass and soil stains. - Working clothes such as overalls or baker's and butcher's coats.
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Sorting laundry Only wash laundry that is labelled with the following according to their care care symbols: label specifications 90 C Cottons + Linens c b a 60 C, 40 C, 30 C Cottons + Linens h g f 60 C, 40 C, 30 C Easy care l g k f 40 C, 30 C Delicates l g k f...
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d Risk of explosion! Loading the laundry Items of clothing that have been pretreated with solvent based cleaning agents, e.g. stain remover and dry cleaning spirit, represent an explosion hazard once loaded into the washing machine. Therefore, these items must first be rinsed thoroughly by hand. Caution Loose debris in the washing machine drum can damage the laundry.
Laundry Detergents and Additives d Risk of poisoning! Dispensing the Keep detergents and additives out of the reach correct amount of children. of detergent Dispense the detergent according to: q the water hardness. This information can be obtained from your local water authority. q the amount of laundry.
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Filling laundry detergent and/or additive dispensers Dispenser I: Detergent for prewash or starch. Dispenser II: Detergent for main wash, soaking agent, softener, bleach or stain remover. Dispenser 2: Cleaning product, e.g. fabric softener, fabric conditioner. - Fill at least to lower edge of insert 1. - If the liquid additive is thick, mix with a little water before dispensing (prevents clogging of the over flow).
Selecting Programmes Basic programmes Select the desired programme - see also the separate programme overview. 90 C Cottons + Linens An energy intensive programme for heat resistant textiles, e.g. cotton or linen. To protect the drainage pipes, the hot water is mixed with approx.
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30 C Delicates For delicate, washable textiles, e.g. silk, satin, synthetic materials or blended fabrics (e.g. curtains). Delicates cycle at 30 C for hand and machine washable silk. We do not recommend washing these textiles with other rougher textiles. To treat very delicate silk textiles even more gently, reduce the time by pressing the Quick Wash"...
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Spin speed selector Basic setting = Spin speed selector pointing upward. In the Cottons + Linens" programme the fabrics will be spun at the maximum possible spin speed. In the Easy care", Delicates" and Woollens" programmes, a lower spin speed will automatically be used, regardless of the position of the spin speed selector - for the gently washing of the laundry.
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Additional options buttons Quick Wash Reduced washing duration - only 2 rinsing cycles. Suitable for slightly dirty laundry. Recommended load amount: Up to a maximum of 3 kg. Rinse Plus An additional rinse cycle is implemented; washing time is extended accordingly. Recommended in soft water areas.
Washing q Turn on the water tap. q Turn the programme selector to the desired programme (refer also to separate Programme Chart"). The Ready" control light comes on. q Select the desired spin speed or Rinse hold". q Where required, press the option button(s) for additional function(s).
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q Press the Start" button. The Active" control light comes on, and the programme starts. The Active" control light remains lit for the entire duration of the programme. If you have accidentally selected the wrong Changing programme: a programme q Turn the programme selector to Off". q Turn the programme selector to the desired programme.
When the Programme has Ended The End" control light comes on. q Turn the programme selector to Off", and, where required: q Select a programme option (Drain", Spin" or Rinse"). q Press the Start" button. q At the end of the programme option, turn the programme selector to Off".
Special Applications q Load laundry of the same colour. Pre soak q Add the presoak agent to chamber II according to the manufacturer's specifications. q Turn the programme selector to 30 C Cottons + Linens". The Ready" control light comes on. q Press the Start"...
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As soon as water starts to enter the machine: q Pull out the detergent dispenser slightly. q Add the starching solution to chamber I. q Close the detergent dispenser. If the Rinse hold" option is selected, the Drain" programme must subsequently be selected. Only use dyes that are environmentally compatible Dyeing and suitable for use in washing machines.
Cleaning and Care d Risk of electric shock! Always disconnect the appliance from the mains before cleaning. Never clean the washing machine with a jet of water. d Risk of explosion! Never use solvents to clean the appliance. As required: Cleaning the q Use hot soapy water or a mild, non abrasive appliance housing...
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In the event that residual detergents or additives have Cleaning the deter accumulated: gent dispenser q Pull out the detergent dispenser up to the end stop, press down the hollow on the insert and remove the detergent dispenser completely. q Pull up the insert. q Rinse the detergent dispenser under hot running water.
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This is necessary if the washing solution cannot be Cleaning the drain completely drained. The pump is blocked by either pump loose debris or fluff which accumulates if fluff giving fabrics are washed. Draining the washing Up to 20 litres / 4.4 gal. Have a suitable container solution ready.
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q Push up the closing cap (1 ) and place the drain hose back in its holder (2 q Carefully remove the pump cap. q Remove any loose debris / fluff from inside the pump and clean the pump. The pump impeller must be able to rotate.
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Cleaning the strainer(s) at On both the hot and cold water tap: the water tap q Disconnect the hose from the water tap. q Rinse the strainer under flowing water. q Reconnect the hose. Cleaning the strainers on On both the hot and cold water tap: the washing machine q Disconnect the hose from the back of the washing machine.
Troubleshooting Minor Faults d Risk of electric shock! Repairs must only be carried out by our Customer Service or an authorized technician. If repairs are needed, and assuming that you cannot eliminate the fault yourself with the aid the following table: q Turn the programme selector to Off".
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Fault Cause Action Check whether laundry is trapped in Programme does not Loading door not closed. door. start. The Ready" control light Close the loading door (a click flashes. should be heard). Programme does not Start" button not pressed. Press the Start" button. start.
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Fault Cause Action Spin result unsatisfactory. Rinse" or Spin" programme selected - maximum spin speed 800 r.p.m. Repeated spinning at This is not a fault. short intervals. The imbalance compensation system is attempting to balance the load through repeated spins. This is not a fault.
Customer Service Before calling the Customer Service, please make sure that you cannot eliminate the fault yourself (refer to Page 30). This is because consultation provided by our technicians, even within the warranty period, will lead to costs being incurred by yourself. Your nearest Customer Service centre can be found in the index supplied.
Consumption Rates Normal programme Load Consumption rates ** ( ith t dditi (without additional Electricity Water Duration functions) functions) cold water hot and cold water 40 C Cottons + Linens 6.0 kg 0.6 kWh 0.2 kWh 51 l 118 min. 5.0 kg * 0.5 kWh 0.2 kWh...
Installation, Connection and Transport d Risk of injury! Safety information The washing machine is heavy. Take care when lifting it. Caution Frozen hoses can tear / burst. Do not install the washing machine outdoors or in an area prone to frost.
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On the rear of the appliance: - Water drainage hose. - Elbow for attachment of the drainage hose, e.g. to the sink. - Mains cable with plug. Depending on the connection situation: - 1 hose clip 24-40 mm (DIY store) is also re quired for connection to a siphon.
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Dimensions a = 600 mm b = 590 mm c = 860 mm Approx. weight = 73 kg...
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Appliance stability is important so that the washing Installation area machine does not wander" during the spin cycles. The installation area must be solid and even. Soft floor surfaces, such as carpets or surfaces with foam bak king, are not suitable. If the washing machine is to be installed on a wood joist ceiling: q If possible, place the washing machine in a corner...
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Caution Removing the The transport bolts must always be removed before transport bolts using the appliance for the first time and must be retained for any subsequent transport (e.g. when moving). Before removing the transport bolts: q Take the hose out of the holder. q Detach the elbow.
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Storing the transport bolts Always keep the transport bolts for subsequent trans portation of the appliance (e.g. when moving house). q Store the transport bolts with washer and bush (and spring) attached.
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Hose and cable lengths Left hand connection approx. 135 cm approx. 145 cm approx. 85 cm Right hand connection approx. 180 cm approx. 95 cm approx. 135 cm Available from specialist dealers: Other hoses - Extended supply hose (approx. 2.2 m).
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Water connection Water supply Caution The washing machine must only be operated with cold and hot (max. 70 °C) tap water. Do not connect the appliance to the mixer tap of an unpressurized hot water boiler. If in any doubt, have the water connection carried out by an authorized technician.
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Connection options A Cold water connection B Hot water connection (max. 70 °C) min. 10 mm Cold water connection only with Y piece min. 10 mm q Subsequent to connection: Turn on the water taps completely, and check connection points for water tightness.
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Water drainage Caution Do not bend or pull the water drainage hose. Height difference between the placement area and drainage point: Maximum 100 cm. Drainage into a siphon: q Secure the connection point with a hose band clip of 24-40 mm dia. (from specialist store). Drainage into a wash basin: Caution The plug must not block the drain of the wash basin.
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All four appliance feet must be firmly on the ground. Levelling procedure The washing machine must not wobble. Level the washing machine with the assistance of the four adjustable feet and a spirit level: q Loosen the lock nut 1 using the wrench. q Adjust the height by means of turning the appliance foot 2.
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Caution Electrical The washing machine must only be connected to al connection ternating current and using a properly installed socket outlet with earthing contact. The mains voltage must correspond to the voltage specification on the washing machine (nameplate). Connection specifications as well as the required fu ses are stipulated on the appliance nameplate.
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Before transporting the washing machine: Transport, - Turn off the water tap. e.g. when moving - Drain any residual washing solution (refer to Page 27). - Release the water pressure in the supply hose (refer to Page 28). - Disconnect the washing machine from the mains. - Dismantle the supply and drainage hoses.
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