Use low temperature and longer duration
The most efficient programmes in terms of energy consumption are
generally those that perform at lower temperatures and longer duration.
Observe the load sizes
Load your washing machine up to the capacity indicated in the
“PROGRAMME CHART” table to save water and energy.
Noise and remaining moisture content
They are influenced by the spinning speed: the higher the spinning speed
in the spinning phase, the higher the noise and the lower the remaining
moisture content.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Before performing cleaning and maintenance, switch the washing machine
off and disconnect it from the mains power. Do not use flammable liquids to
clean the washing machine. Clean and maintain your washing machine
periodically (at least 4 times per year).
Disconnect the water and power supplies
Close the water tap after every wash. This will limit wear on the hydraulic
system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks.
Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all
maintenance work.
Clean the washing machine
The outer parts and rubber components of the appliance can be cleaned
using a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or
abrasives.
Clean the detergent dispenser drawer
Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated
frequently.
Care for the door and drum
Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours
from forming.
Check the water inlet hose
Check the water inlet hose at least once a year. If it is cracked or broken, it
must be replaced: during wash cycles, the high pressure of the water
could suddenly split the hose open.
! Never use hoses that have already been used.
Cleaning the drain pump filter / draining residual water
Switch off and unplug the washing machine, before cleaning the drain pump
filter or draining residual water.
If you used a hot wash programme, wait until the water has cooled down before
draining any water. Clean the drain pump filter regularly, to avoid that the
water cannot drain after the wash due to obstruction of the filter. If the water
cannot drain, the display indicates that the drain pump filter may be clogged.
1. Power Off and unplug the washing machine from the electrical outlet.
2. Gently press the top area of the filter cover to open.
3 . Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage.
4. Stretch the
“emergency drain hose”
to the container.
5.Turn the stopper of the “emergency drain hose” at the end of the hose and
let the water flow into the container.
6 . Turn the exhaust filter handle and pull it out of the housing .
When the container is full with water, plug the stopper to the hose end, and
reinsert the small hose in the washing machine’s base . After, empty the
container .
Afterwards firmly close the emergency drain hose with the stopper .
7.
Remove filter:
Lay a cotton cloth beneath the drain pump filter, which
can absorb a small amount of water . Then remove the drain pump filter by
turning it out anticlockwise .
8 . Clean the drain pump filter: remove residues in the filter and clean it
under running water .
9 . Insert the drain pump filter: Reinsert the drain pump filter again by
turning it in clockwise direction . Make sure to turn it in as far as it goes; the
filter handle must be in vertical position . To test water tightness of the drain
pump filter, you can pour about 1 liter of water into the detergent dispenser
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ACCESSORIES
Contact our Technical Assistance Service to check whether the following
accessories are available for this washing machine model.
Stacking kit
With this accessory you can secure the tumble dryer to the upper part of
your washing machine to save space and facilitate loading and unloading
of the tumble dryer.
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
Do not lift the washing machine by gripping it from the upper section.
Unplug the appliance and close the water tap. Check that the door and
detergent dispenser drawer are tightly closed. Detach the filling hose
from the water tap then detach the drain hose. Empty all the water
remaining in the hoses and secure the latter so that they do not get
damaged during transport. Apply the transport bolts back on. Repeat, in
reverse order, the transport bolt removal procedure described in the
“Installation instructions”.
