User manual ELECTROLUX EWF1087

ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 1 WASHING MACHINE INSTRUCTION BOOKLET EWF 1087 GB CN 147124600 MS ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 2 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. Transport damages When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre. The symbols you will see on some paragraphs of this booklet have the following meaning: The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance. The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance. Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol. Our contribution to the protection of the environment: we use environmentally friendly paper. Contents Warnings Disposal 3 4 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives International wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing programmes 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 13 14 15-17 18 Tips for environmental protection 4 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 4 5-6 5 5 5-6 6 6 Maintenance Bodywork Door seal Detergent dispenser drawer Drain pump Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 19-20 19 19 19 19-20 20 20 20 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 7 7 7 Use Control panel Controls 8 8 8-11 2 Something not working? 21-22 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 3 Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation · All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the instruction book. · Any electrical work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified electrician. · Any plumbing work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified plumber. · After having installed the machine, check that it is not standing on its electrical supply cable. · If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor, ensure that air can circulate freely between the feet and the floor. · Use only the recommended quantities of fabric softener. An excessive amount could damage the laundry. · Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the appliance is not in use. This preserves the door seal and prevents the formation of musty smells. · Always check that water has emptied out before opening the door. If not, drain the water following the instructions in the instruction book. · Always unplug the appliance and shut the water tap after use. General safety · Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause serious danger. Contact your local Service Centre. · Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself. · During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do not touch it! Use · This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed. · Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label. · Do not overload the appliance. Follow the instructions in the instruction book. · Make sure that all pockets are empty. Objects such as coins, safety pins, pins and screws can cause extensive damage. · Do not machine wash garments saturated with petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc. If such fluids have been used to remove stains prior to washing, wait until they have completely evaporated from the fabric before placing garments in the appliance. · Place small items such as socks, belts, etc. in a cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them getting trapped between the drum and the tub. Child safety · Children are often not aware of how dangerous electrical appliances can be. When the machine is working, children should be carefully supervised and not be allowed to play with the appliance. · The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children's reach. · Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children's reach. · When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the electrical supply cable and destroy the plug with the remaining cable. Disable the door catch in order to prevent children from becoming trapped inside while playing. 3 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 4 Disposal Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. are Machine 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 environment, we recommend that you follow these tips: · Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!). · The machine works more economically if it is fully loaded. · With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limited soiling can be removed; the laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature. · Measure out detergent according to the water hardness, the degree of soiling and the quantity of laundry being washed. · With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limitedsoiling can be removed; the laundry can then washed at a lower temperature. · Measure out detergent according to the waterhardness, the degree of soiling and the quantity of laundry being washed. Technical specifications DIMENSIONS Height Width Depth Cotton Synthetics Delicates Woollens 85 cm 60 cm 60 cm 7 kg 3 kg 3 kg 2.0 kg 1000 rpm max. 230-240 V/50 Hz 2200 W 10 A 50 kPa 800 kPa MAXIMUM LOAD SPIN SPEED POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY TOTAL POWER ABSORBED MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION WATER PRESSURE Minimum Maximum This appliance complies with the following EEC Directives: 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 relating to low voltage 89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 relating to electromagnetic compatibility. 4 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 5 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 two rear bottom screws. Slide out the two plastic pins. Lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor 5. Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw. Slide out the relevant pin. 6. Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope containing the instruction manual. P1128 P0002 Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the machine does not touch the wall or cupboard units. Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. P1129 P0001 2. Remove the polystyrene block(s) from the bottom of the machine and release the two plastic bags. 3. Very carefully slide out the left polythene bag, removing it towards the right and then downwards. 4. Very carefully slide out the right polythene bag, removing it towards the left and then upwards. 1 2 3 P1051 Water inlet P1123 P1126 Remove the bottom cover placed into the drum of your appliance, lay it's hook as the arrow 'A' indicates and push the top of the cover to seal it closed Important: You can find more detailed instructions regarding the bottom cover assembling in it's relative bag. Connect the water inlet hose to a tap with 3/4" BSP thread. Use the hose supplied with the washing machine. DO NOT USE OLD HOSES. 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. P1127 P1088 P0021 5 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 6 The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use. Important! Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes. Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 230-240 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2.05 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use. Connect the machine to an earthen socket. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution. Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by our Service Centre. The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted. In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13amp ASTA approved (BS1363/A) fuse must be used. Should the plug need to be replaced for any reason, proceed as described below. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green and Yellow Blue Brown - Earth - Neutral - Live Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways: Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine. In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying. This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall. P0022 The wire coloured green and yellow must be In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must be above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm above the ground. Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm. The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated, i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger than the outside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose must not be kinked. P1041 GREEN & YELLOW E 13 A N L BROWN BLUE CORD CLAMP connected to the terminal marked with the letter «E» or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow. The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked «N» or coloured black. P1118 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 the appliance. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked «L» or coloured red. Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath. 6 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 7 Your new washing machine Further savings are achieved by washing small loads of laundry, since water and electricity consumption is proportional to the quantity and type of laundry being washed. · The possibility of selecting the temperature, spin speed and all the options offered by this washing machine gives you truly "customised" washing. · The delay start option allows you to delay starting of the wash programme to any time of day, so allowing you for instance to make use of overnight economy electricity tariffs. · The special hand wash programme with its new delicate wash system treats your delicate items with extreme care. · The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care. · The automatic cooling of the washing water from 95° to 60°C before draining will prevent old drain pipes from being deformed and will reduce thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing. · The balance control device ensures the machine is stable during the spin. · The ECO valve allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy. Description of the appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Door handle Cottons Synthetics Delicates 95°C 60°C 40°C 30°C Cold 1000 900 700 500 Extra Rinse Stain Quick Wash Eco Prewash 1 2 Delay Start Wash Rinses Spin Drain EWF 1087 Prewash 4 Drain pump and filter 5 Adjustable feet 6.Door lock light On/Off Wool Hand wash Rinse Hold Skip FABRICS TEMPERATURE SPIN SPEED OPTIONS Start/Pause Reset 6 3 4 5 Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener, starch C0063 7 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 8 Use Control panel Delay Start Wash Rinses Spin Drain EWF 1087 Prewash Cottons Synthetics Delicates On/Off Wool Hand wash 95°C 60°C 40°C 30°C Cold 1000 900 700 500 Prewash Extra Rinse Stain Quick Wash Eco Rinse Hold Skip FABRICS TEMPERATURE SPIN SPEED OPTIONS Start/Pause Reset 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 ON/OFF button Press this button to switch the washing machine on. Press this button again to switch the machine off. By selecting position COLD the machine will wash with cold water. To be used for extremely delicate items, such as curtains. 2 MAINS-ON light This light corresponds to the ON/OFF button. It lights up when you press the button, and goes out when you press it again. 5 SPIN SPEED button Press this button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine. The relevant light will light up. Maximum speeds are: · for cotton: 1,000 rpm; · for synthetic fabrics, wool, and fabrics to be handwashed: 900 rpm; · for delicate fabrics: 700 rpm. RINSE HOLD position: when you choose this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. At the end of the cycle, the light of the START/ PAUSE button goes out, the door is locked and RINSE HOLD light remains lit, to indicate that the water must be drained. To complete the cycle, first press the SKIP RESET button (3 dashes appear on the display), and then choose one of the following options: · drain only: - press the FABRICS button to choose any type of fabric, press the SKIP RESET button 3 times, so as to cause the light DRAIN to light up, and then press the START/PAUSE button. · drain and spin: - press the FABRICS button to select the type of fabric previously washed, eventually reduce the spin speed, and then press the SKIP RESET button twice, so as to cause the light SPIN to light up, and at the end press the START/PAUSE button. 3 FABRICS button Press this button repeatedly to select the programme on the basis of the type of laundry to be washed. The light relevant to the selected programme will light up. The washing machine will propose a temperature and automatically select the maximum spin value provided for the programme you have chosen. You can change these values by operating buttons 4 and 5. On the display will appear the duration of the washing programme, depending on the maximum load capacity for each type of fabric, and the START/PAUSE light begins to flash. Hand wash When you select this programme, you obtain a particularly delicate washing, suitable for articles of clothing whose label indicates that they must be hand-washed . 4 TEMPERATURE button Press this button repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature, if you want your laundry to be washed at a temperature different from the one proposed by the washing machine. The relevant light will light up. Maximum temperatures are 95°C for cotton, 60°C for synthetic fabrics, 40°C for delicate fabrics, wool and fabrics to be hand-washed (HAND WASH programme). 8 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 9 Important! When the machine is on, if you simultaneously press the TEMPERATURE and the SPIN SPEED button for about 3 second, acoustic warning signal can be activated or deactivated. 8 Display The following pieces of information are shown on the display: · Three blinking dashes, when a programme is cancelled by means of the SKIP RESET button. The three blinking dashes will also appear when you press the ON/OFF button to switch the machine on, if the previously selected cycle has been erased. 6-7 OPTIONS buttons Press this button to select the following options: · HEAVY STAINS: select this button if you wish to add to the washing of heavy soiled laundry a stain phase: at the temperature of 40°C the special detergent for stains is loaded from the compartment marked . This function is available in cotton and synthetic programmes with a temperature of 40° or higher). The washing time will be prolonged by few minutes. · EXTRA RINSE: can be used with all programmes except the WOOL and HAND WASH programme. The machine performs 4 rinses instead of 3. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents and in areas where the water is very soft. · PREWASH: select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed before the main wash (not available for WOOL and HAND WASH programme). The prewash ends with a short spin in programmes for cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the programme for delicate fabrics the water is only drained. Note: The Prewash, the Extra Rinse and the Heavy Stains functions cannot be selected together. · ECO: this option is available only with cotton programme at 95°-60°-40° C and synthetics programme at 60°-40° C. If you select this option the temperature automatically decreases and, consequently, the washing time increases. This function can be used with normally soiled laundry in order to save energy. · QUICK WASH: select this function for laundry that is only slightly soiled (not for WOOL and HAND WASH programme). The washing time will be reduced according to the type of fabric and the selected temperature. · Duration of washing programme in hours and minutes, after you have selected a programme. While the programme is running (after you have pressed the START/PAUSE button), the displayed time value decreases by one unit every minute. · The washing machine has stopped with water in the tub, at the end of a programme with the RINSE HOLD option : this is indicated by a blinking zero. · The washing machine has completed the programme: this is indicated by a blinking zero. The zero will reappear when you switch the washing machine on, unless the previous programme has been erased by means of the SKIP RESET button. 9 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 10 Important! The first time you use the washing machine, when you switch it on, it may display a blinking zero and give an audible warning signal. This is due to the fact that the washing machine has performed a washing cycle during the manufacturer's inspection tests, and this cycle has not been erased after its completion. · Delay start, a time value indicated in hours and selected by means of the relevant button. · An alarm code indicates a fault in the machine operation (see the relevant chapter on page 23). 9 START/PAUSE button This button has three functions: · Start: after you have selected the desired programme and options, press this button to start the washing machine. The light above the button will stop flashing and remain lit. The delay time is displayed for 3 seconds, then the duration of the selected programme reappears. After you have pressed the START/PAUSE button, the countdown begins, and the delay time value decreases by one unit every hour till the first 2 hours, and then it decreases by one unit every 30 minutes. You can delay the start of every programme selecting the DELAY START button. The delay time is indicated first by 30-60-90 minutes, and then by hours up to 23 hours. · An incorrect option selection has been made: this is indicated by the message Err when a function incompatible with the current programme is selected. If you have selected a delay time by means of the relevant button, the countdown will begin and will be shown on the display. · Pause: when you press this button again, the programme in progress is interrupted. The light above the button will start flashing. To restart the programme, press the button again. Important! You must set the washing machine to PAUSE before you make any change in the programme in progress. 10 SKIP RESET button At the end of a programme, you must press this button once or repeatedly, in order to clear the contents of the memory (the display will show three blinking dashes); otherwise, the next time you switch the washing machine on, the blinking zero will reappear and the audible warning signals relevant to the end of the previous cycle will be given. You can also press the SKIP RESET button to exclude one or several phases of the programme which is running, as indicated below. The incorrect selection is also indicated by an audible warning signal. - set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button (the relevant light will flash); - press the SKIP RESET button once or several times, until the required phase(s) is(are) cancelled (the light next to the name of the phase(s) will go out). 10 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 11 Example: Prewash Wash Rinses Spin Drain In this case, both the drain and the spin (at the speed provided for the selected type of fabric) will be performed. 11 DELAY START button This button makes it possible to delay the starting of the programme by up to 23 hours. The delay you have selected is shown on the display for about 3 seconds; afterwards, the duration of the programme reappears. You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you press the START/PAUSE button. The time value shown on the display will decrease by one unit every hour till the first 2 hours, and then it decreases by one unit every 30 minutes. You can change the delay time at any moment, before you press the START/PAUSE button. If you have already pressed the START/PAUSE button, and you wish to change or cancel the delay time, proceed as follows: · set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button; · press the DELAY START button until the display shows the desired delay time or · press the DELAY START button once, to erase the delay time. The display will indicate " h". · press the START/PAUSE button again. Important! The door will be locked throughout the delay time. If you need to open the door, you must first set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button. After you have closed the door, press the START/PAUSE button again. This button allows you also to select special programmes, such as RINSES, SPIN and DRAIN. · If the machine is already switched on because it has just performed a washing programme, proceed as follows: - depress SKIP RESET once or repeatedly to cancel the previously performed programme (three blinking dashes will appear on the display); - select the type of fabric by means of the relevant button; - select the special programme: · RINSES Depress SKIP RESET once, the pilot light WASH goes out. · SPIN Depress SKIP RESET twice, the pilot lights WASH and RINSES go out. · DRAIN Depress SKIP RESET three times, the pilot lights WASH, RINSES and SPIN go out, and only the pilot light DRAIN remains lit. Example: Prewash Wash Rinses Spin Drain 12 Programme phase indicator lights In this case the machine will perform the rinses and spin. When you select a programme, the lights relevant to the phases that form the programme light up. Prewash Wash Rinses Spin Drain · If the machine is switched off: - depress ON/OFF button to switch it on; - select the type of fabric by means of the relevant button; - select the special programme as previously described. After you have started the programme, only the light relevant to the phase that is currently being carried out will remain lit. 11 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 12 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer's washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe napkin quilt cover sheet pillow case tablecloth towelling towel tea cloth night dress ladies' briefs man's work shirt man's shirt man's pajamas blouse men's underpants 1200 g 100 g 700 g 500 g 200 g 250 g 200 g 100 g 200 g 100 g 600 g 200 g 500 g 100 g 100 g Temperatures 95° 60° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...) for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night dresses, pajamas....) in linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e.g. underwear). for delicate items (e.g. net curtains), and woollens. Cold 30°-40° mixed laundry including synthetic fibres Before loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their "whiteness" in the wash. New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately the first time. Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins). Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes. Remove persistent stains before washing. Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net. Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole. Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only). Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only). Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain. Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Remove any residual marks from white fabrics with bleach. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach. 12 Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full; Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 13 Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste. (*) do not use acetone on artificial silk. Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Water hardness is classified in so-called "degrees" of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. Follow the product manufacturers' instructions on quantities to use. Use less detergent if: ­ you are washing a small load, ­ the laundry is lightly soiled, ­ large amounts of foam form during washing. Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling. All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance: ­ powder detergents for all types of fabric, ­ powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens, ­ liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only. The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme. If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. 13 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 14 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 95 Max. wash temperature 95°C Delicate wash 60 Max. wash temperature 60°C 40 Max. wash temperature 40°C 30 Max. wash temperature 30°C 60 40 40 30 Hand wash Do not wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach Ironing Hot iron max 200°C Warm iron max 150°C Lukewarm iron max 110°C Do not iron Dry cleaning Dry cleaning in all solvents Dry cleaning in perchlorethylene, petrol, pure alcohol, R 111 & R 113 Dry cleaning in petrol, pure alcohol and R 113 Do not dry clean high temperature low temperature Drying Flat On the line On clothes hanger Tumble dry Do not tumble dry 14 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 15 Operating sequence Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run the cotton cycle 60°E, 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. 4. Switch the machine on To switch the machine on, press the ON/OFF button : the mains-on light comes on. The display will show three blinking dashes or a blinking zero. On/Off 0 --- 1. Place the laundry in the drum Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Close the door. 5. Select the desired programme/ fabric Press the FABRICS button repeatedly, in order to select the desired programme/fabric. The relevant light will light up. The lights relevant to the phases that form the programme will light up. P0004 The display will show the duration of the selected programme, calculated on the basis of the maximum load for each type of fabric. The light of the START/PAUSE button will start flashing. If the load of laundry to be washed is small, at the beginning of the cycle the display will still indicate the duration relevant to the maximum load. The duration value will be gradually adjusted during the execution of the cycle. Cottons Synthetics Delicates Wool Hand wash 2. Measure out the detergent Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure out the amount of detergent recommended by the manufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into the main wash compartment . If you wish to carry out the prewash, pour detergent into the appropriate compartment marked . 3. Measure out the additive If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked , without exceeding the «MAX» mark. Prewash Wash Rinses Spin Drain FABRICS C0064 C0065 15 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 16 6. Select the temperature Press the TEMPERATURE button if you wish to select a temperature value different from the one proposed by the washing machine. The relevant light will light up. 95°C 60°C 40°C 30°C Cold 9. Select the DELAY START Before you start the programme, if you wish the starting to be delayed, press the DELAY START button repeatedly, or keep it pressed, to select the desired delay. The selected delay time value (up to 23 hours) will appear on the display for 3 seconds, then the duration of the programme will appear again. Delay Start TEMPERATURE 7. Select the spin speed or the RINSE HOLD option Press the SPIN SPEED button repeatedly, in order to select the desired spin speed or the RINSE HOLD option. The relevant light will light up. If you select the RINSE HOLD option, the machine will stop at the end of the programme with the water still in the tub. 1000 900 700 500 Rinse Hold 10. Start the programme Press the START/PAUSE button. The relevant light will stop flashing and only the light relevant to the phase that is in progress will remain lit. If you have chosen a delayed start, the washing machine will begin the countdown. The display will show the duration of the programme or the selected delay. SPIN SPEED Start/Pause 8. Select the desired options If your laundry is very dirty or has stubborn stains, it may be advisable to select the PREWASH, EXTRA RINSE and/or HEAVY STAINS option. Press the OPTIONS button so as to cause one or both of the lights to light up. Eco Quick Wash If your laundry is only slightly soiled, depress ECO or QUICK WASH button. The relevant light illuminates. 16 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 17 11. How to change a programme during its cycle Before you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button. It is possible to change any phase before the programme carries it out. Changing the type of fabric or temperature is possible, obviously, only during the washing phase. If it is necessary to drain the water in order to change the programme in progress, proceed as follows: · PAUSE the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button; · press the SKIP RESET button repeatedly, until only the DRAIN light remains lit; · press the START/PAUSE button again. When the water has been drained, the display shows a blinking zero. You may now select a new programme and press the START/PAUSE button to start it. When you close the door and press the ON/OFF button again, the washing machine will resume the programme from the point where it had been interrupted. 14. End of programme At the end of the programme, the washing machine stops automatically, gives an audible signal, and displays a blinking zero. If you had selected the RINSE HOLD option, the light of the START/PAUSE button goes out, the zero on the display begins to flash, the door is locked and the RINSE HOLD light remains lit. The display shows a steadily lit zero. When the programme has been completed, a blinking zero appears on the display and the audible signal is given. Press the SKIP RESET button repeatedly to erase the programme that has just been carried out. If you omit to do this, the next time you switch the washing machine on, the blinking zero will appear on the display and you will hear the audible signal. Note: when you switch the machine on, if you must erase the previously performed programme, it is also sufficient to press the FABRICS button and select a new programme. Press the ON/OFF button to switch the machine off. The relevant light will go out. Remove the laundry from the washing machine. Check whether the drum is completely empty, by rotating it with your hand. The purpose of this is to prevent any items of laundry from remaining accidentally in the drum, where they might get damaged in a subsequent wash (e.g. by shrinking) or bleed colour into another load of laundry. We advise you to close the water supply tap and disconnect the plug from the socket. Leave the door ajar in order to air the washing machine. 12. How to cancel a programme during its cycle To cancel a programme that is being carried out, first pause the washing machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button, then press the SKIP RESET button repeatedly, until the display shows three blinking dashes. 13. How to open the door during the cycle of a programme You can open the door, after having set the washing machine to PAUSE, provided the following conditions exist: · the washing machine is not in the heating phase beyond 55°C; · the level of the water is not high; · the drum is not turning. If these requirements are met, when you pause the washing machine, the door can be opened. Should it not be possible to open the door, and should it be absolutely necessary to do so, switch the machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button. After approximately 3 minutes, you can open the door. Pay attention to the level and temperature of the water in the washing machine! 17 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 18 Programme table Washing programmes Type of laundry and symbols on labels Programme/ temperature Description of programme Available options Max. load 60 95 White cotton: e.g. sheets, tablecloths, household linen Cottons 60°-95°C Wash at 60°-95°C 3 rinses Long spin SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD STAIN EXTRA RINSE PREWASH ECO QUICK WASH 6.5 kg 60 40 30 Coloured cotton: e.g. shirts, blouses, underwear, towels, household linen 60 40 Cottons 60°-40°-30°C COLD Wash at 60°-40°-30°C or cold 3 rinses Long spin SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD STAIN EXTRA RINSE PREWASH ECO* QUICK WASH SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD STAINS EXTRA RINSE PREWASH ECO* QUICK WASH 6.5 kg 30 Synthetic fabrics and blends: e.g. shirts, blouses, underwear 40 Synthetics 60°-40°-30°C COLD Wash at 60°-40°-30°C or cold 3 rinses Short spin 3 kg 30 Delicate fabrics: e.g. acrylic fabrics, viscose, polyester, synthetic blends 40 30 Delicates 40°-30°C COLD Wash at 40°-30°C or cold 3 rinses Short spin 3 kg SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD EXTRA RINSE PREWASH QUICK WASH 2 kg SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD Wool Wool 40°-30°C COLD Wash at 40°-30°C or cold 3 rinses Short spin Wash at 40°-30°C or cold 3 rinses Short spin Items to be hand washed Hand wash 40°-30°C COLD SPIN SPEED RINSE HOLD 2 kg * Only at 60°-40°C and with 2 Rinses. 18 ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 19 Maintenance 1. Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold. Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit the drawer after cleaning. P0038 P1050 2. 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 pump should be inspected if · the machine does not empty and/or spin · the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump. Proceed as follows: · Disconnect the appliance. · If necessary wait until the water has cooled down. · Open the pump door. 3. Detergent dispenser drawer After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave deposits in the drawer. Clean the drawer from time to time by rinsing it under a running tap. To remove the drawer from the machine, press the button in the rear left-hand corner. To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment can be removed. P1114 C0066 C0067 · Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. · Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap. · When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump. C0068 P1086 P1115 19 ENGLISH ewf1087_uk_6.qxd 24-10-2005 18:31 Pagina 20 · Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. 6. 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; · if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; · open the the pump door; · place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the bowl. When the bowl is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty the bowl. Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out; · clean the pump if necessary as previously described; · replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; · screw the pump again and close the door.