Faults and what to do about them
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The spin cycle runs sev-
eral times.
Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbalance.
The programme is taking
longer than usual.
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Not a fault – the unbalanced load detection system is adjusting an imbal-
ance by repeatedly distributing the laundry.
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Not a fault – the foam detection system is activated – a rinse cycle has
been switched on.
The length of the pro-
gramme changes during
the wash cycle.
Not a fault – the programme sequence is optimised for the specific washing
process. This may change the length of the programme shown on the display
panel.
Odours, stain formation in
the appliance.
Run the
Cottons 90°C
programme without laundry.
Add washing powder or a detergent containing bleach.
Note:
To prevent foaming, only use half the amount of detergent recommend-
ed by the detergent manufacturer. Do not use detergents designed for woollens
or delicates.
Loud noises, vibrations
and appliance "move-
ment" during the spin
cycle.
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Are the appliance's feet fixed? Secure the appliance's feet.
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Have the transport locks been removed?
The display panel indica-
tor lights do not work
while the appliance is run-
ning.
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Has there been a power failure?
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Have the fuses blown? Reset/replace the fuses.
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If the fault occurs repeatedly, call customer services.
There is detergent resi-
due on the laundry.
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Some phosphate-free detergents contain water-insoluble residue.
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Select
Rinse
or brush the laundry after washing.
Spin noise during the dry-
ing phase.
This is an innovative process known as thermal spinning used to reduce energy
consumption during the drying phase. It is designed like this, please wait until
programme finished.
Fluff found on the laundry. Run the
Cottons
Ž
(cold) programme without laundry and detergent to
remove fluff which have accumulated inside the drum during the previous dry-
ing cycle.
Water inlet noise during
the drying phase.
The washer dryer uses water condensation technology, water is constantly
needed to dry the laundry. Therefore the water tap must be on all the time, till
the end of the drying phase.
Drying duration extended.
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Run the
Cottons
Ž
(cold) programme to remove fluff which has collected
in the washer drum during the drying phase.
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If the ambient temperature is higher than 30 °C, this may extend the drying
time.
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Insufficient air circulation in the room may increase the drying time. Venti-
late the room.
Drying programme does
not start.
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Drying additional programme setting not selected?
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Door not closed properly?
Faults
Cause/Remedy
