User manual ELECTROLUX EWF1495

usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 1 t^pefkd=j^`efkb= fkpqor`qflk _llhibq EWF 1495 NQT=NNT=VNO usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 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 Internationnal wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing programmes 14 14 14 14 14 14 14 15 16 17-19 20-21 Tips for environmental protection 4 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 4 5 5 5 5 6 6 Maintenance Bodywork Door seal Detergent dispenser drawer Drain pump Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 22 22 22 22 22 23 23 23 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 7 7 7 Use Control panel Controls Programme information 8 8 8-13 13 2 Something not working? Electrolux Warranty 24-25 26 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 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. · Ensure air can circulate freely between the bottom of the appliance 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 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 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. Technical specifications DIMENSIONS Height Width Depth Cotton Synthetics Delicates Woollens Hand wash Silk 85 cm 60 cm 60 cm 8,0 3,5 3,5 1,0 2.0 1.0 kg kg kg kg kg kg MAXIMUM LOAD SPIN SPEED 1400 rpm max. POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY TOTAL POWER ABSORBED MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION WATER PRESSURE Minimum Maximum 220-240 V/50 Hz 2200 W 10 A 500 kPa 800 kPa 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 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 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 2. Remove the polystyrene block(s) from the bottom 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 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, 1 2 3 P1051 Water inlet P1126 P1123 removing it towards the left and then upwards. 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 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 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. Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-240 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use. Connect the machine to an earthed 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. Important! When the appliance is installed the power supply cable must be easily accessible. 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 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. Run it along the floor; only the part near the drainage point must be raised. P0023 For the correct functioning of the machine the drain hose must remain hooked on the proper support piece situated on the top part of back side of the appliance 6 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 7 Your new washing machine This new machine, which is fitted with the New Jet System, meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. · The special HANDWASH 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. · The balance control device ensures the machine is stable during the spin. Description of the appliance 1. Detergent dispenser drawer 2. Control panel 3. Door handle 4. Drain pump 5. Adjustable feet 3 1 2 4 Detergent dispenser drawer Pre-wash Main wash Fabric softener, starch P1206 7 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 8 Use Control panel Memory 1 Memory 2 Delicate Spin Spin Drain Rinse Blankets Silk Wool Off Cotton Quick 60 Cotton Eco Synthetic Delicate Hand Wash Temp. Spin Options Change Exit Start/ Add Clothes EWF 1495 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 1. Detergent Dispenser Drawer 2. Programme selector dial The programme selector dial is divided into 4 sections: 1. Cotton (Green section) 2. Synthetic, delicate, handwash, wool, silk and blankets (Blue section) 3. Rinse, drain, spin and delicate spin (grey section) 4. Memory 1, Memory 2 (Grey section) Push the "Options" button repeatedly to scroll through available wash options, and press "Change" button to make a selection, the new options selected will be instantly displayed. 1 Cotton Cycle and at 95°C Temp. 3 2 08.30 10.55 1400 Spin Options Change Exit 4 Memory 1 Memory 2 Delicate Spin Spin Drain Rinse Blankets Off Cotton Quick 60 Cotton Eco Synthetic Delicate Hand Wash Silk Wool 1. Information panel shows the current settings 2. Real time clock 3. End cycle time 4. Selection shows temperature, spin speed, options and extras. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anti-clockwise. Position "cotton Eco" corresponds to an energy saving programme for cotton and to "OFF" to reset programme or switching OFF the machine. At the end of programme, the selector dial must be turned to position "OFF" to switch the machine OFF. Attention ! If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is working, a warning message appears for 4 secconds on the display while the buzzer sounds 3 times. 4 Temperature button `Temp'. 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. Maximum temperatures are 95°C for cotton, 60°C for synthetic fabrics, 40°C for delicates, wool, blankets and fabrics to be hand-washed, and 30°C for silk , while «O» corresponds to cold wash. The selected temperature settings will now be indicated on the display. 3. Display The interactive display is used to indicate the current wash program settings and allows the user to navigate through the available options to customise the wash program. 8 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 9 Drain COTTON MAX 95°C 60°C Temp. Spin Options Change 08.30 10.55 To drain the water select Drain programme by means of the selector dial, then press the Start/Add clothes button. Spin To spin the laundry choose spin or delicate spin programme by means of the selector dial; select spin speed by means of button "Spin" and then press the Start/Add clothes button. Important! Before choosing drain or spin after rinse hold or night cycle, first move the dial to off position then move to drain or spin to complete the cycle. Exit 5 Spin Speed button "Spin" 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. Maximum speeds are: 6 Navigation buttons, «Options», «Change» and «Exit» buttons Options button allows you to move through the option icons. COTTON MAX 1400 1400 Temp. Spin Options Change 08.30 10.55 Extra Rinse No Exit 10.55 Temp. Spin Options Change Exit · for cotton: 1400 rpm · for wool, and fabrics to be handwashed: 900 rpm; · for delicate, silk fabrics, blankets: 700 rpm; By depressing the Spin speed button you can also 0 choose No Spin option «0 », Rinse Hold option and Night cycle option . No spin « 0 » option eliminates all the spin phases and increases the rinses number for cottons and synthetics. Rinse hold option : when you choose this option, Exit button allows you to return to the previous selection. the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. Night cycle option : when you choose this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. As all spinning phases are suppressed, this washing cycle is very quiet and it can be selected at night or in times with a more economical power rate. On cotton and synthetic programmes the rinses will be performed with more water. To complete the cycle, choose one of the following programmes: COTTON CYCLE END AT 60°C Temp. Change button allows you to select/change the status of the different icons. Extra Rinse Yes 10.55 Temp. Spin Options Change Exit 08.30 10.55 1400 Spin Options Change Exit 9 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 10 Depending on the program chosen, different options can be combined to customise the wash program. The wash options can be customised after the wash program is selected (with the dial) and before pressing the Start/Add clothes button.. By pressing the "Options" button, all the symbol icons, allowed for the selected programme will appear in the display . The first option will start flashing. Its name and status will appear in the display. If you want to change the option status, press "Change" button. There will appear a line below the selected icon, indicating that the option is set. To select the other options press again the «Options» button and proceed as before. Once you have completed the selection of the options, pressing the «Exit» button, the selected icons will remain fixed in the display. Note: To modify the already chosen option selections, repeat the previous procedure. Important! While selecting the option, if you press the temperature "Temp.", "Spin" , or Start/Add clothes button, the relative function will be executed. EXTRA RINSE: this option can be selected with all programmes, except the wool, handwash programs and blankets.The machine will add 2 rinses for cottons and 1 rinse for synthetics, delicates and silk. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft. TIME SAVING: this option can be used for lightly soiled cotton, synthetic or delicates items in order to obtain a good washing program in a short time. The washing time will be reduced according to the type of fabric and the selected temperature. Selecting this option «Short» or «Very Short» will be shown in the display. DELAY START: this option makes it possible to delay the starting of the washing program by 30 min 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour till 20 hours. The delay you have selected is indicated in the display. If after having set the delay start option (and pressed Start/Add clothes button) and you wish the cancel it, follow the below steps: 1. set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the Start/Add clothes button; 2. deselect the Delay start option, changing the status; 3. press the Start/Add clothes button to start the program. Important! The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing program again. 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/Add clothes button. After you have closed the door, press the Start/Add clothes button again. The Delay Start cannot be selected with SPIN/DELICATE SPIN and DRAIN programmes. PREWASH: select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed before the main wash (not available for wool and handwash cycle, quick 60 and silk programmes). The Prewash ends with a short spin at 650 rpm in programmes for cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the program for delicate fabrics the water is only drained. INTENSIVE: for heavily soiled laundry. This option can be selected only for cottons and synthetics. The washing time will be prolonged according to the cycle temperature and the fabric type. EASY IRON: selecting this button the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform 6 rinses instead of 3 for cotton and 4 rinses instead of 3 for synthetics. This function can be used for cotton and synthetic fabrics. If this option is selected for cotton programmes, the spin speed automatically will reduce to 1000 rpm. ENERGY SAVING: this option can be selected only for synthetics lightly or normally soiled with a temperature of 40°C or higher. The washing time will be prolonged. If you select 60°C-50°C-40°C, the washing temperature will be reduced to 42°C. MENU: Menu option is used for selecting various basic settings without affecting the particular wash programme. These basic settings will remain active until they are deselected/modified. To move through the different Menu settings use the «Options» button. To change/confirm the selected setting use the «Change» button. Delay Start No 10.55 Delay Start Start in 30 min 11.25 Temp. Spin Options Change Exit Temp. Spin Options Change Exit The above options must be selected after choosing the wash program with the dial, and before pressing the Start/Add clothes button. 10 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 11 MEMORY Programme settings that are frequently used can be saved (e.g. cotton, 95°C, 1200 rpm, with time saving). There are 2 memory spaces available for this purpose. The saved programme can be selected in the same way as any other wash programme by means of the selector dial. Example: Follow below instructions to customise a wash program and save in Memory 1 location with following options selected: Cotton, 95C, 1200RPM with time saving. 1. Select the cotton program using the dial, then adjust the temperature setting to 95C by repeatedly pushing<< temp.>> button until 95C displayed. 2. Adjust the spin speed to 1200rpm by pushing <> button until 1200rpm displayed. 3. Select the time saving option by pushing <> button until time saver icon highlighted , then press <> button until "time saving , short" is displayed. To change the memorised programme, repeat the above procedure from the beginning. SOUND The sound setting permits you to modify the volume of the sound emitter. You can choose between different levels: low, no sound and normal. Example: 1. Enter the Menu option and select the sound setting. Sound Normal Temp. Spin Options Change Exit 2. Use the «Change» button to select the desired level. Cotton Cycle end at 60°C Temp. 08.30 10.55 Sound Low or No Sound 1400 Spin Options Change Exit Temp. Spin Options Change Exit 4. Select the menu icon by pushing <> until the icon is selected, then push <> button to select. A Setup B Memory 1 Store programme? Temp. Spin Options Change Exit Temp. Spin Options Change Exit A B 5. Select "Memory 1" by pushing <> button until "Memory 1" is displayed, then push <> button to save the customised program to the Memory 1 position. 6. The custom program can now be selected by moving the dial to the "Memory 1" position. Programme Stored Temp. Spin Options Change Exit 11 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 12 LANGUAGE You can change the language setting if you would like the indicators in the display to appear in a different language. Example: 1. Enter the Menu option and select the Language setting. BRIGHTNESS The Brightness setting allows you to modify the backlight intensity of the display. Example: 1. Enter the Menu option and select the Brightness setting. 2. Use the "Change"button to set up the desired brightness level. Language ENGLISH Brightness Options Change Brightness Temp. Spin Exit Temp. Spin Options Change Exit Temp. Spin Options Change Exit A B 2. Press the «Change» button to select the desired Language. Note: At the end of the programme if no button is pressed for approximately 10 minutes the backlight intensity goes off. Sprache DEUTCH Einstellungen Temp. Spin Options Change Exit Temp. Spin Options Change Exit A B CLOCK The clock setting option permits you to set the current time in the memory. It is important to set it correctly as the display indicates the cycle end time when you select a programme (refer item 3). To set the current time of day: 1.Turn the power ON and select any Programme. (E.g. Cotton) 2.Press the <> button repeatedly until "Setup" appears in the display. 3.Press the <> button to select the "Setup" function. 4.Press the <> button repeatedly until "Clock: Set Time" appears in the display. 5.Set the time by pressing the <> button. A short press will advance the time by 1 minute.Hold the << CHANGE>> button down and the time will advance in 10 minute increments. 6.Press the << EXIT>> button. A Clock Set Time 14.45 Clock Set Time B 14.46 Temp. Spin Options Change Exit Temp. Spin Options Change Exit A B 12 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 13 7. Start/Add Clothes button This button has 2 functions: Start: after you have selected the desired programme and options, press this button to start the washing machine. The light close to the button will stop flashing and remain lit. If you have selected a delay time option, the countdown will begin and will be shown on the display. Add Clothes: When you press this button again, the programme in progress is interupted . The light close to the button will start flashing. To restart the programme, press the button again.When you press "Start/Add clothes"button, it becomes possible to open the door only if: The washing machine is not in the heating phase; The level of the water is not high; The drum is not turning. Important! You must pause the washing machine before you make any change in the programme in progress, by pressing "Start/Add clothes" button. 13 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 14 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, colours, synthetics, delicates, woollens Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe napkin quilt cover sheet pillow case tablecloth towels tea cloth night dress ladies' briefs man's work shirt man's shirt man's pyjamas 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 90°-95° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...) 50°-60° for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas....) in linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e.g. underwear). O (cold) for delicate items (e.g. net curtains), mixed 30°-40° laundry including synthetic fibres and woollens bearing the label «pure new wool, machine washable, non-shrink». Before loading the laundry Never wash white and coloured clothing together. 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. coins, 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 benzene 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 colour fast clothing 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. 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. 14 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 15 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 benzene, then rub with detergent paste. (*) do not use acetone on artificial silk. DO NOT spray pre-treatment sprays (e.g. Preen) on or near this washing machine, as it can damage the printing and plastic components. 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. It is recommended to only use low sudsing powdered detergents designed for front load washing machines. Although not recommended, if you are using liquid front load washing detergent, be sure to only add it to the dispenser just before starting the wash program, and choose a program without a prewash cycle. The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. If using a concentrated powder or liquid detergent, choose a programme without a pre-wash cycle. Any fabric softener of starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. Follow the detergent manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use for front load washing machines, note it will generally be about half of the amount required for top load washing machines. 15 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 16 These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash 95 60 40 International wash code symbols 30 Max. wash temperature 95°C Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 60°C 60 Max. wash temperature 40°C 40 40 Max. wash temperature 30°C 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 16 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM Page 17 Operating sequence Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer. Then 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. 4. Switch the machine ON Turn the selector dial to the desired programme to switch the appliance on. To switch the appliance off turn it to «Off». Off Memory 1 Memory 2 Delicate Spin Spin Drain Rinse Cotton Quick 60 Cotton Eco Synthetic Delicate Hand Wash 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. Blankets Silk Wool Switching the appliance for the first time. LANGUAGE When switching on the appliance for the first time you must set the language in which you want the indicators in the display to appear. Important! If the display is not showing any language, the appliance has already been switched on once. In such case, go to the chapter «Change language» if you would like to change the language setting. P0004 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 or soak phase, 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. C0064 C0065 17 usermanual 1495 au_5.qxp 11/6/2006 5:53 PM