Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English,1 Installation, 2-3-4-5 GB GB Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies Technical details Description of the machine, 6-7 Self-cleaning detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Load balancing system Running a wash cycle, 8 Wash programmes, 9 Detergents and laundry, 10 Preparing the laundry Washing recommendations SIXL 145 S Precautions and advice, 11 General safety Disposal Saving energy and respecting the environment Drip-tray system Care and maintenance, 12 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose Troubleshooting, 13 Service and Guarantee, 14-15-16 Before calling for Assistance Guarantee 1 Installation GB Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. Should the appliance be sold, transferred or moved, make sure the instruction manual accompanies the washing machine to inform the new owner as to its operation and features. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information on installation, use and safety. Levelling your appliance correctly will provide it with stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and shifting during operation. If it is placed on a fitted or loose carpet, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow enough room for ventilation beneath the washing machine. Unpacking and levelling Unpacking Electric and water connections Connecting the water inlet hose 1. Unpack the washing machine. 2. Check whether the washing machine has been damaged during transport. If this is the case, do not install it and contact your retailer. 3. Remove the 4 protective screws and the rubber bush with the respective spacer, situated on the rear of the appliance (see also the installation leaflet). NB: The plastic spacers may fall down inside the machine once the bolt has been removed, and will not interfere with the operation of the machine. 4. Seal the gaps using the plastic plugs provided. 5. Keep all the parts: you will need them again if the washing machine needs to be moved to another location. A 1. Insert seal A into the end of the inlet hose and screw the latter onto a cold water tap with a 3/4 gas threaded mouth (see figure). Before making the connection, allow the water to run freely until it is perfectly clear. 2. Connect the other end of the water inlet hose to the washing machine, screwing it onto the appliance's cold water inlet, situated on the top right-hand side on the rear of the appliance (see figure). Packaging materials are not children's toys. Levelling 3. Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the hose. The water pressure at the tap must be within the values indicated in the Technical details table (on the next page). Your machine may make a considerable amount of noise if the two front feet have not been adjusted correctly. 1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets or other. 2. If the floor is not perfectly level, compensate for any unevenness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front feet (see figure); the angle of inclination, measured according to the worktop, must not exceed 2°. If the water inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialist store or an authorised serviceman. Ensure that the supply taps are allowing water through. Old taps may seize in the closed position and thus prevent water reaching the machine. 2 Connecting the drain hose 65 - 100 cm Connect the drain hose, without bending it, to a draining duct or a wall drain situated between 65 and 100 cm from the floor; the supply voltage is included within the values i ndicated on the Technical details table (see page 5); the socket is compatible with the washing machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the plug. Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused plug it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use. Before using the appliance please read the instructions below. GB GB The drain hose may be connected to an under-sink trap. Before connecting the drain hose from the machine ensure that any blanks or removable ends have been taken off the spigot. If it is place over the edge of a basin or sink be sure the free end of the hose should not be underwater. WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN. Replacing the fuse: When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used, and the fuse cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not be used until a replacement is obtained. Replacement fuse covers: If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug. Replacements can be obtained directly from your nearest Service Depot. Removing the plug: If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and you should wish to re-route the mains cable through partitions, units etc., please ensure that either: the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere rewearable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval. or: the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with BS 5733) which is accessible without moving the appliance. Disposing of the plug: Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you make the pins unusable so that it cannot be accidentally inserted into a socket. Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug: Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green & Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live We advise against the use of hose extensions; in case of absolute need, the extension must have the same diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150 cm in length. Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a standpipe, that the end does not go down more than 15cms (6 inches). If the hose is pushed down too far, this may cause the machine to self -syphon ie. continuously empty as it is filling. Electric connection Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket, make sure that: the socket is earthed and in compliance with the applicable law; the socket is able to sustain the appliance's maximum power load indicated in the Technical details table (see page 5); 3 GB As the colours of the wires in the lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifyng the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or coloured Green or Green & Yellow. or Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured Red. Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured Black. If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted with a 13 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the distribution board. If you are in any doubt the electrical supply to your machine, consult a qualified electrician before use. How to connect an alternative plug: The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: BLUE NEUTRAL (N) BROWN LIVE (L) GREEN & YELLOW EARTH (E) Disposing of the appliance: When disposing of the appliance please remove the plug by cutting the mains cable as close as possible to the plug body and dispose of it as described above. The power supply cable must only be replaced by an authorised serviceman. Warning! The company denies all liability if and when these norms are not respected. GREEN & YELLOW BROWN 13 ampere fuse BLUE CROSS-BAR CORD GRIP The washing machine should not be installed in an outdoor environment, not even when the area is sheltered, because it may be very dangerous to leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms. When the washing machine is installed, the mains socket must be within easy reach. Do not use extensions or multiple sockets. The power supply cable must never be bent or dangerously compressed. 4 Technical details Model SIXL 145 S 59.5 cm wide 85 cm high 53.5 cm deep from 1 to 6 kg please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar) minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) drum capacity 52 litres up to 1400 rpm GB GB Dimensions Capacity Electric connections Water connections Spin speed Control programmes according to EN 60456 directive programme ; run with a load of 6 kg. This appliance is compliant with the following European Community Directives: - 73/23/CEE of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments - 89/336/CEE of 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent amendments - 2002/96/CE 5 Description of the machine GB CONTROL PANEL PORTHOLE DOOR PORTHOLE DOOR HANDLE ACCESS PANEL FOR THE DRAIN PUMP ADJUSTABLE FEET Self-cleaning detergent dispenser drawer This washing machine is fitted with an innovative selfcleaning detergent drawer which enhances the quality of each wash. The drawer is located inside the porthole door. The detergent level can be seen through the corresponding transparent windows provided on the compartment. Inside compartments and , there are also floating indicators (see figure B) . When the maximum quantity of detergent/fabric softener has been measured out, the indicators rise until they touch the grilles protecting the compartments. We recommend that the maximum levels indicated on the detergent dispenser drawer are not exceeded. STOP ST OP MAX MAX We recommend that the dosage instructions on the detergent packaging are followed carefully. If using certain particularly thick types of detergent, we suggest that these are placed directly inside the drum and not in the detergent dispenser drawer. Exceeding the maximum levels indicated on the machine may cause the detergent to leak out of the bottom part of the drawer. Exceeding the stated amount of detergent does not result in a more effective was; it simply pollutes the environment more. The water used during the wash cycle will remove any excess detergent from the drawer. It is, however, possible to remove the drawer manually (see Care and Maintenance). To facilitate the process of measuring out the detergents, we recommend that the dosing device supplied with the washing machine is used. The maximum capacity of the drawer is as follows: - liquid detergents: 1 1/2 measures - powder detergents: 2 measures - fabric softener: 1 measure A B 1. Open the porthole door to access the detergent dispenser drawer (see figure A). 2. Pour the detergent or the additive into the compartments, over the protective grilles, as follows: : detergent and additives in Compartment liquid form. : detergent in powder or tablet Compartment form and powder addititves. To place the tablets inside, lift up the grille protecting the drawer. : fabric softener. Compartment Pouring liquid detergent or additives into the central compartment may cause leakages to occur. 6 Control panel ON/OFF button WASHING TIME INDICATOR lights DOOR LOCKED red indicator light START DAILY WASH 30 PROGRAMME button START WHITE COTTON PROGRAMME button GB GB START DELICATES PROGRAMME button START COLOUR MIX EASY-IRON PROGRAMME button ON/OFF button: press this to switch the machine on or off. When the machine is switched on, the buttons used to start various programmes begin to flash, while the washing time indicator lights illuminate in a fixed manner. To cancel the cycle, press and hold the on/off button for approximately 2 seconds while the wash cycle is in progress. indicator light will flash for a few seconds The and the machine will automatically drain the water in the tub. DOOR LOCKED red indicator light: when the indicator light is illuminated the door is locked to prevent it being opened accidentally; to avoid damaging the appliance, wait for the light to switch off before opening the door after the cycle has ended or when the cycle is paused. The light will remain lit for approximately two minutes after the washing programme has finished. Rapid flashing of the DOOR LOCKED indicator light indicates a fault (see Troubleshooting). START PROGRAMME buttons: press one of these to start the selected washing programme. - button lit in a fixed manner: programme in progress. - buttons flashing: awaiting selection. WASHING TIME INDICATOR lights: these light up in sequence to indicate the progress of the washing programme. At the end of the programme all the indicator lights begin to flash. For further details, please refer to the chapter entitled Running a wash cycle. Load balancing system To avoid excessive vibrations before every spin, the machine distributes the load in a uniform manner by rotating the drum continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. When, despite repeated attempts, the load is not perfectly distributed, the machine spins at a low ...