Detailed instructions for use are in the User's Guide.
[. . . ] Instructions for installation and use
Contents
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English, 1
WASHING MACHINE
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Installation, 2-3 F
Français, 13
Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies Technical data
Description of the machine, 4-5
Touch control panel
Running a wash cycle, 6 Wash cycles and options, 7
Table of wash cycles Wash options
Detergents and laundry, 8
AQUALTIS
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Detergent Preparing the laundry Washing recommendations
Precautions and advice, 9
General safety Load balancing system Disposal Opening the porthole door manually
Care and maintenance, 10
Cutting off the water and electricity supplies Cleaning the machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for your appliance drum Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose
Trouble shooting, 11 Assistance, 12
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Installation
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This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine is sold, given away or moved, please ensure the manual is kept with the machine, so that the new owner may benefit from the advice contained within it. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. Inside the pack containing this manual, you will also find the guarantee and all the details necessary for installation. [. . . ] For all Test Institutes: 1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle with a temperature of 60°C. 2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C. 3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle
Steam Hygiene This option enhances washing performance by generating steam during the wash cycle that eliminates any bacteria from fibres while treating them at the same time. Place the laundry in the drum, choose a compatible programme and select option " ". The steam generated during washing machine operation may cause the porthole door to become hazy. , (90°C), , It cannot be used in conjunction with , , , , , , , , . Easy Iron By selecting this option, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases. At the end of the cycle the washing machine drum will rotate slowly; the Easy Iron and START/ PAUSE indicator lights will flash. To end the cycle press the START/PAUSE button or the Easy Iron button. Wash cycle, the machine will end the For the Silk cycle while the laundry is soaking and the Easy Iron indicator light will flash. To drain the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the Easy Iron button. It cannot be used in conjunction with
Wash options
Time Saver If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by 30%-50%, depending on the selected cycle, thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving. Extra rinse By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal residual detergent removal is guaranteed. We recommend this option is used with a full load of washing, or when a large amount of detergent is required. It cannot be used in conjunction with Wight sensor When the machine is switched on and being loaded with laundry, the load percentage, in relation to the selected wash cycle, will appear on the display. Press the button if you want the machine to display the recommended amount and type of detergent (liquid or powder) for every load level (the amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer is used as a point of reference). If the machine is overloaded, the "Over loaded" error message will appear on the display and symbol will flash. In this case, it is advisable to the reduce the load to ensure optimal washing quality. 7
(*) The duration of the wash cycles can be checked on the display. Detergents and laundry
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Detergent
The type and quantity of detergent required depend on the type of fabric you are washing (cotton, wool, silk, etc. ), as well as its colour, the washing temperature, the level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area. Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid wastage and help to protect the environment: although they are biodegradable, detergents still contain ingredients which alter the balance of nature. [. . . ] Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons) may fall into the protective pre-chamber at the base of the pump. 10
Trouble shooting
Your washing machine could occasionally fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre (see Assistance), make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list. Possible causes / Solutions:
The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or not enough to make contact. [. . . ]