Indesit Washer WIE 167 User Manual

Instructions for use  
WASHING MACHINE  
Contents  
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Installation, 2-3-4-5  
Unpacking and levelling, 2  
Electric and water connections, 2-3  
The first wash cycle, 4  
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English, 1  
Technical details, 5  
Washing machine description, 6-7  
Control panel, 6  
Display, 7  
“MEMO” Programme, 7  
Starting and Programmes, 8  
Briefly: how to start a programme, 8  
Programme table, 8  
Personalisations, 9  
Setting the spin cycle, 9  
Setting the Delay Timer, 9  
Setting the temperature, 9  
Functions, 9  
WIE 167  
Detergents and laundry, 10  
Detergent dispenser, 10  
Bleach cycle, 10  
Preparing your laundry, 10  
Special items, 10  
Woolmark, 10  
Precautions and advice, 11  
General safety, 11  
Disposal, 11  
Saving energy and respecting the environment, 11  
Care and maintenance, 12  
Cutting off the water or electricity supply, 12  
Cleaning your appliance, 12  
Cleaning the detergent dispenser, 12  
Caring for your appliance door and drum, 12  
Cleaning the pump, 12  
Checking the water inlet hose, 12  
Troubleshooting, 13  
Service, 14  
Before calling for Assistance, 14  
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Connecting the drain hose  
• the supply voltage is included within the values i  
ndicated on the Technical details table  
(see page 5);  
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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 socket is compatible with the washing  
machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace  
the socket or the plug.  
65 - 100 cm  
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.  
The drain hose may be  
connected to an  
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE  
CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.  
under-sink trap. Before  
connecting the drain  
hose from the machine  
ensure that any blanks  
or removable ends  
have been taken off  
the spigot.  
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.  
Where it connects  
to the waste water  
pipe cut end off  
spigot or remove the  
blanking cap  
Replacement fuse covers:  
If it is place over the  
edge of a basin or sink  
be sure the free end of  
the hose should not be  
underwater.  
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:  
! 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.  
the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere re-  
wearable 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.  
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.  
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.  
Electric connection  
Before plugging the appliance into the mains  
socket, make sure that:  
Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug:  
Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured in  
accordance with the following code:  
• the socket is earthed and in compliance with the  
applicable law;  
Green & Yellow Earth  
Blue  
Neutral  
Live  
• the socket is able to sustain the appliance's  
maximum power load indicated in the Technical  
details table (see page 5);  
Brown  
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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  
Warning! The company denies all liability if and when  
these norms are not respected.  
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The first wash cycle  
or  
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.  
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or  
coloured Red.  
Once the appliance has been installed, and before  
you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle with  
detergent and no laundry, setting the 90°C  
programme without a pre-wash cycle.  
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)  
LIVE (L)  
BROWN  
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.  
GREEN &  
YELLOW  
13 ampere fuse  
BROWN  
CROSS-BAR  
CORD GRIP  
BLUE  
! 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.  
! The power supply cable must only be replaced by  
an authorised serviceman.  
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Technical details  
Model  
WIE 167  
59.5 cm wide  
85 cm high  
Dimensions  
Capacity  
53.5 cm deep  
from 1 to 5 kg  
Electric  
voltage 230/240 Volts 50 Hz  
connections  
maximum absorbed power 2050 W  
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)  
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)  
drum capacity 46 litres  
Water  
connections  
Spin speed  
up to 1600 rpm  
Control  
programmes  
according to  
IEC456 directive  
programme 2; temperature 60°C;  
run with a load of 5 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  
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Washing machine description  
Control panel  
FUNCTION  
Buttons  
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START/RESET  
button  
START/STOP  
button  
Display  
Control knob  
Detergent dispenser  
TEMPERATURE  
button  
SPIN  
button  
DELAY TIMER  
button  
Detergent dispenser to add detergent and fabric  
softener (see page 10).  
FUNCTION buttons: to select the functions  
available. The button corresponding to the function  
selected will remain on.  
SPIN button to adjust the spin speed or exclude it  
altogether (see page 9).  
START/RESET button to start the programmes or  
cancel any incorrect settings.  
DELAY TIMER button to delay the start of the set  
programme for a maximum period of 24 hours  
(see page 9).  
START/STOP button to turn the washing machine  
on and off.  
TEMPERATURE button to adjust the wash tempe-  
rature (see page 9).  
Control knob to select the wash programmes.  
The knob stays still during the cycle.  
Display to programme the washing machine and  
follow the wash cycle progress (see opposite page).  
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Display  
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In addition to being a practical tool to programme your appliance (see page 9), the display provides useful  
information concerning the wash cycle.  
Once you have pressed the START/RESET button to  
start the programme, the display will indicate the  
amount of time left until the end of the wash cycle. If  
a delayed start has been set (using the Delay Timer,  
see page 9), the delay time will be indicated on the  
display.  
Door lock:  
If the symbol is on, the washing machine door is locked to prevent it from being opened accidentally. To avoid  
any damages, wait for the symbol to switch itself off before you open the appliance door.  
At the end of the programme, the word END is displayed.  
! In the event of an anomaly, an error code will appear, such as: F-01, which should be communicated to the  
Service Centre (see page 13).  
"MEMO" Programme  
This programme allows you to store your favourite or most-used wash cycle.  
All you have to do is set the desired programme and, once it has started, turn the KNOB to position  
wash cycle will be stored automatically and the word MEMO appears on the display, flashing for a few seconds.  
Subsequently, you can start the "MEMO" cycle by simply turning the KNOB to position ; you will be able to  
; the  
see the temperature/spin cycle/delay timer values by pressing the corresponding buttons; you will also be able to  
modify them but this variation will only be valid for the programme in progress and it will not be stored in the  
"MEMO" cycle.  
If you want to store a new wash cycle, repeat the above-mentioned operations.  
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Starting and Programmes  
5. Add the detergent and any fabric softener  
(see page 10).  
6. Start the programme by pressing the START/RESET  
button for one second.  
To cancel it, keep the START/RESET button  
pressed for at least 2 seconds.  
7. When the programme has ended, the word END is  
displayed. Take out your laundry and leave the  
appliance door ajar to allow the drum to dry  
thoroughly.  
Briefly: starting a programme  
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1. Turn the washing machine on by pressing button  
2. Load your laundry into the washing machine and  
shut the appliance door.  
3. Set the knob to the desired programme. The  
estimated duration of the selected programme is  
displayed. The temperature and spin speed are  
automatically set according to the programme  
(to change them, see page 9).  
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4. Select any functions (see page 9).  
8. Turn the washing machine off by pressing button  
.
Programme table  
Max.  
Spin  
Speeds  
(r.p.m.)  
Cycle  
length  
(minutes)  
Detergent  
Type of fabric and  
degree of soil  
Te m p e -  
rature  
Fabric Stain removal  
softener option/bleach  
Progr.  
Description of wash cycle  
pre-  
wash  
wash  
Standard  
Extremely soiled whites  
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.)  
Pre-wash, wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
1
2
2
2
90°C  
90°C  
60°C  
40°C  
135  
125  
110  
105  
Max.  
Max.  
Max.  
Max.  
Extremely soiled whites  
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.)  
Delicate/  
Traditional  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Heavily soiled whites and fast  
colours  
Delicate/  
Traditional  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Heavily soiled whites and  
delicate colours  
Delicate/  
Traditional  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Slightly soiled whites and  
delicate colours (shirts,  
jumpers, etc.)  
Delicate/  
Traditional  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
3
40°C  
70  
Max.  
Heavily soiled fast colours  
(baby linen, etc.)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-  
crease or delicate spin cycle  
4
4
5
6
50°C  
40°C  
40°C  
30°C  
D
elicate 75  
800  
800  
600  
no  
Heavily soiled fast colours  
(baby linen, etc.)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-  
crease or delicate spin cycle  
Delicate  
Delicate  
60  
50  
45  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles and  
delicate spin cycle  
W ool  
Very delicate fabrics  
(curtains, silk, viscose, etc.)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles, anti-  
crease or draining cycle  
Time 4 you  
Heavily soiled whites and fast  
colours  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
7
8
60  
50  
Max.  
Max.  
60°C  
40°C  
Slightly soiled whites and  
delicate colours (shirts,  
jumpers, etc.)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Delicate colours (all types of  
slightly soiled garments)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
delicate spin cycle  
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40°C  
30°C  
40  
30  
800  
800  
Delicate colours (all types of  
slightly soiled garments)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles and  
delicate spin cycle  
10  
Sport  
Cold wash (without detergents),  
wash cycle, rinse cycles, and  
delicate spin cycle  
11  
12  
Sports shoes (MAX. 2 pairs)  
30°C  
30°C  
50  
60  
800  
600  
Fabrics for sportswear  
(Tracksuits, shorts, etc.)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
MEMO  
Allows for any wash cycle to be stored (see pag. 7)  
PARTIAL PROGRAMMES  
Delicate/  
Traditional  
Rinse  
800  
Rinse cycles and spin cycle  
Spin  
800  
no  
Draining and spin cycle  
Draining  
Drain  
Notes  
-For programmes 7 and 8, we advise against exceeding a wash load of 3.5 kg.  
-For programme 12 we advise against exceeding a wash load of 2 kg.  
-For the anti-crease function: see Easy iron, opposite page. The information contained in the table is purely indicative.  
Special programme  
Daily (programme 10 for Synthetics) is designed to wash lightly soiled garments in a short amount of time: it only lasts  
30 minutes and allows you to save on both time and energy. By setting this programme (10 at 30°C), you can wash  
different fabrics together (except for woollen and silk items), with a maximum load of 3 kg.  
We recommend the use of liquid detergent.  
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Personalisations  
Setting the spin cycle  
FUNCTION buttons  
If, when the appliance is switched on, the KNOB is positioned on  
a programme with a spin cycle, a fixed appears. Press button  
and the maximum spin speed allowed for the programme set  
will be displayed, and the icon flashes. Press it again and the  
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values lower until they reach OFF, which indicates that the spin  
cycle has been excluded (press it again to go back to the  
maximum value); stop on the desired speed, after approximately  
2 seconds the setting is accepted: the symbol  
remains fixed.  
The spin cycle setting is enabled with all the programmes except  
for 6 and the Draining cycle.  
Setting the Delay Timer  
Press the button and you will see the word OFF on the  
display, while the relative symbol flashes.  
Press the button again and "1h" appears, that is, a delay of one  
hour (this can reach up to 24h); stop on the "desired" delay; after  
approximately 2 seconds the setting is accepted, following which,  
the time for the set programme appears on the display and the  
symbol  
remains on.  
If you now press the START/RESET button, the set "delay"  
appears; this decreases every hour until the start of the cycle. In  
this phase, the "delay" can only be modified by decreasing it. The Delay Timer regulation is enabled with all  
programmes.  
Setting the temperature  
If, when the appliance is switched on, the KNOB is positioned on a programme for which the temperature needs  
to be regulated, a fixed appears. Press button and the maximum temperature allowed for the programme set  
will be displayed and the icon flashes. Press it again and the temperature lowers until it reaches OFF, which  
indicates a cold wash cycle (press it again to go back to the maximum value); stop on the desired value, after  
approximately 2 seconds the setting is accepted: the symbol remains fixed.  
The temperature adjustment is enabled with all wash programmes.  
Functions  
To enable a function:  
1. press the button corresponding to the desired function, according to the table below;  
2. the function is enabled when the corresponding button is illuminated.  
Note: The rapid flashing of the button indicates that the corresponding function cannot be selected for the  
programme set.  
If you set a function that is incompatible with another function you selected previously, only the last one selected  
will be enabled.  
Enabled with  
programmes:  
Function  
Effect  
Comments  
Bleaching cycle  
designed to  
remove the  
Please remember to pour the bleach into extra compartment 4  
(see page 10).  
This function is incompatible with the EASY IRON function.  
2, 3, 4, 5,  
Rinse cycle.  
Stain  
removal  
toughest stains.  
1, 2, 3, 4, 7,  
8, 9, 11, 12,  
Rinse cycle.  
Increases the  
efficiency of the  
rinse.  
Recommended when the appliance has a full load or with large  
quantities of detergent.  
Extra Rinse  
Easy iron  
This option  
reduces the  
amount of  
creasing on  
fabrics, making  
them easier to  
iron.  
When this function is set, programmes 4 and 6 will end, with the  
laundry left to soak (Anti-crease), and the relative button flashes:  
- to conclude the cycle, press the START/RESET button or the  
EASY IRON button;  
- to run the draining cycle alone, set the knob to the relative  
symbol and press the START/RESET button.  
This function is incompatible with the STAIN REMOVAL function.  
3, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9,  
Rinse cycle.  
! The machine has an intelligent built in check for out of balance loads. To let protect your machine it may reduce the final spin  
speed if an unbalanced load is detected.  
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Detergents and laundry  
Detergent dispenser  
Preparing your laundry  
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Good washing results also depend on the correct  
dose of detergent: adding too much detergent won't  
necessarily make for a more efficient wash, and may  
in fact cause build up on the interior of your  
• Divide your laundry according to:  
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label.  
- the colours: separate coloured garments from  
whites.  
appliance and even pollute the environment.  
• Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons.  
• Do not exceed the weight limits stated below,  
which refer to the weight when dry:  
Sturdy fabrics: max 5 kg  
Open up the detergent  
dispenser and pour in  
4
the detergent and fabric  
Synthetic fabrics: max 2.5 kg  
softener, as follows.  
Delicate fabrics: max 2 kg  
Wool: max 1 kg  
3
2
1
How much does your laundry weigh?  
1 sheet 400-500 g  
1 pillow case 150-200 g  
1 tablecloth 400-500 g  
1 bathrobe 900-1,200 g  
1 towel 150-250 g  
compartment 1: Detergent for pre-wash  
(powder)  
Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that  
extra compartment 4 has been removed.  
compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle  
(powder or liquid)  
Special items  
Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow  
case or mesh bag. Wash them separately without  
exceeding half the appliance load. Use programme 6  
which excludes the spin cycle automatically.  
Quilted coats and windbreakers: if they are  
padded with goose or duck down, they can be  
machine-washed. Turn the garments inside out and  
load a maximum of 2-3 kg, repeating the rinse cycle  
once or twice and using the delicate spin cycle.  
Wool: for best results, use a specific detergent,  
taking care not to exceed a load of 1 kg.  
Liquid detergent should only be poured in  
immediately prior to the wash cycle start.  
compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)  
The fabric softener should not overflow from the grid.  
extra compartment 4: Bleach  
! Do not use hand wash detergent because it may  
form too much foam.  
Bleach cycle  
! Traditional bleach should be used on sturdy  
white fabrics, and delicate bleach for coloured  
fabrics, synthetics and for wool.  
Woolmark  
As gentle as a hand wash.  
Indesit sets a new standard of superior  
performance that has been endorsed by The  
Woolmark Company with the prestigious Woolmark  
brand. Look for the Woolmark logo on the washing  
machine to ensure you can safely and effectively  
wash wool garments labelled as "hand wash"  
(M.00221):  
Place extra  
compartment 4,  
provided, into  
compartment 1.  
When pouring in the  
bleach, be careful not to  
exceed the "max" level  
indicated on the central  
pivot (see figure).  
Set programme 5 for all "Hand wash" garments  
(max 1kg), using the appropriate detergent.  
To run the bleach cycle alone, pour the bleach into extra  
compartment 4, set the Rinse programme  
and  
enable the Stain removal function (see page 9).  
To bleach during a wash cycle, pour in the detergent  
and fabric softener, set the desired programme and  
enable the Stain removal function (see page 9).  
The use of extra compartment 4 excludes the  
possibility of using the pre-wash cycle.  
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Precautions and advice  
! The washing machine was designed and built in  
compliance with the applicable international safety  
regulations. The following information is provided for  
your safety and should consequently be read carefully.  
environment. The crossed out "wheeled bin"  
symbol on the product reminds you of your  
obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance  
it must be separately collected.  
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Consumers should contact their local authority or  
retailer for information concerning the correct  
disposal of their old appliance.  
General safety  
• This appliance has been designed for non-  
professional, household use and its functions must  
not be changed.  
Saving energy and respecting the  
environment  
• This washing machine should only be used by  
adults and in accordance with the instructions  
provided in this manual.  
Environmentally-friendly technology  
If you only see a little water through your appliance  
door, this is because thanks to the latest Indesit  
technology, your washing machine only needs less  
than half the amount of water to get the best  
results: an objective reached to respect the  
environment.  
• Never touch the washing machine when barefoot  
or with wet or damp hands or feet.  
• Do not pull on the power supply cable to unplug  
the appliance from the electricity socket. Pull the  
plug out yourself.  
• Do not open the detergent dispenser while the  
appliance is in operation.  
Saving on detergent, water,  
energy and time  
• Do not touch the drain water as it could reach  
very high temperatures.  
• To avoid wasting resources, the washing machine  
should be used with a full load. A full load instead  
of two half loads allows you to save up to 50% on  
energy.  
• Never force the washing machine door: this could  
damage the safety lock mechanism designed to  
prevent any accidental openings.  
• The pre-wash cycle is only necessary on  
extremely soiled garments. Avoiding it will save on  
detergent, time, water and between 5 and 15%  
energy.  
• In the event of a malfunction, do not under any  
circumstances touch internal parts in order to  
attempt repairs.  
• Always keep children well away from the  
appliance while in operation.  
• Treating stains with a stain remover or leaving  
them to soak before washing will cut down the  
need to wash them at high temperatures. A  
programme at 60°C instead of 90°C or one at  
40°C instead of 60°C will save up to 50% on  
energy.  
• The appliance door tends to get quite hot during  
the wash cycle.  
• Should it have to be moved, proceed with the  
help of two or three people and handle it with the  
utmost care. Never try to do this alone, because  
the appliance is very heavy.  
• Use the correct quantity of detergent depending  
on the water hardness, how soiled the garments  
are and the amount of laundry you have, to avoid  
wastage and to protect the environment: despite  
being biodegradable, detergents do contain  
ingredients that alter the natural balance of the  
environment. In addition, avoid using fabric  
softener as much as possible.  
• Before loading your laundry into the washing  
machine, make sure the drum is empty.  
Disposal  
• Disposing of the packaging material:  
observe local regulations, so the packaging can  
be re-used.  
• If you use your washing machine from late in the  
afternoon until the early hours of the morning, you  
will help reduce the electricity board's peak load.  
The Delay Timer option (see page 9) helps to  
organise your wash cycles accordingly.  
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste  
Electrical and Electronic Equipment, requires that  
old household electrical appliances must not be  
disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal  
waste stream. Old appliances must be collected  
separately in order to optimise the recovery and  
recycling of the materials they contain and reduce  
the impact on human health and the  
• If your laundry has to be dried in a tumble dryer,  
select a high spin speed. Having the least water  
possible in your laundry will save you time and  
energy in the drying process.  
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Care and maintenance  
Cutting off the water or electricity  
supply  
Cleaning the pump  
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The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning  
pump that does not require any maintenance.  
Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons)  
may fall into the pre-chamber that protects the  
pump, situated in the lower part of the same.  
Turn off the water tap after every wash. This will  
limit the wear of your appliance's water system  
and also prevent leaks.  
Unplug your appliance when cleaning it and  
during all maintenance operations.  
! Make sure the wash cycle has ended and unplug  
the appliance.  
Cleaning your appliance  
To access the pre-chamber:  
The exterior and rubber parts of your appliance can  
be cleaned with a soft cloth soaked in lukewarm  
soapy water. Do not use solvents or abrasives.  
1. using a screwdriver,  
remove the cover panel  
on the lower front of the  
washing machine (see  
figure);  
Cleaning the detergent dispenser  
Remove the dispenser  
by pulling it out (see  
figure).  
Wash it under running  
water; this operation  
should be repeated  
frequently.  
2. unscrew the lid  
rotating it anti-  
clockwise (see figure): a  
little water may trickle  
out. This is perfectly  
normal;  
Caring for your appliance door and  
drum  
Always leave the appliance door ajar to prevent  
unpleasant odours from forming.  
3. clean the interior thoroughly;  
4. screw the lid back on;  
5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are  
securely in place before you push it onto the  
appliance.  
Checking the water inlet hose  
Check the water inlet hose at least once a year. If  
you see any cracks, replace it immediately: during  
the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and  
a cracked hose could easily split open.  
! Never use hoses that have already been used.  
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Troubleshooting  
Your washing machine could fail to work. Before calling for Assistance (see page 14), make sure the problem  
can't easily be solved by consulting the following list.  
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Possible causes/Solution:  
Problem  
• The appliance is not plugged into the socket, or not enough to make contact.  
• There has been a power failure.  
The washing machine won't  
start.  
• The appliance door is not shut properly (the word DOOR is displayed).  
• The  
button has not been pressed.  
• The START/RESET button has not been pressed.  
NB: It should be held minimum one second.  
• The water tap is not turned on.  
• A delayed start has been set (using the Delay Timer, see page 9).  
• The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap.  
• The hose is bent.  
The washing machine does not  
fill with water (The wording  
H2O is displayed).  
• The water tap is not turned on.  
• There is a water shortage.  
• The water pressure is insufficient.  
• The START/RESET button has not been pressed.  
• The drain hose is too low or too far in to the stand pipe (see page 3)  
for correct installation.  
The machine continuously fills  
and empties with water.  
• The wall drainage system doesn't have a standard pipe (min. 38 mm).  
• Some programs have a slower final spin to taked best care of the  
fabrics. See page 8 for details of the final spin speed for each program.  
• The programme does not foresee the draining: some programmes  
require enabling the draining manually (see page 8).  
The washing machine does not  
drain or spin.  
• The Easy iron option is enabled: to complete the programme, press  
the START/RESET button (see page 9).  
• The drain hose is bent (see page 3).  
• Remove the drain hose from the standpipe or under-sink trap and check for  
blockages, ensuring that the water can drain freely away from the machine.  
• When the machine is installed, the locking screws for the oscillating  
assembly are still in place. Remove the screws (see page 2).  
• The washing machine is not level (see page 2).  
• The washing machine is closed in between furniture cabinets and  
the wall (see page 2).  
The washing machine vibrates  
too much during the spin cycle.  
• This means there is a problem with the machine. Before calling  
Assistance, please follow the set of instructions below:  
1. Switch off the machine;  
The machine is locked and the  
display flashes, indicating an  
error code (e.g. F-01, F-..).  
2. Remove the plug connecting the appliance to the mains supply  
and wait for at least 40 seconds;  
3. Place the plug back into the socket;  
4. Switch on the machine;  
5. If the problem is still evident after this process has been carried out,  
contact Assistance.  
• The water inlet hose is not screwed on correctly (see page 2).  
• The detergent dispenser is obstructed (to clean it, see page 12).  
• The drain hose is not secured properly (see page 3).  
The washing machine leaks.  
There is too much foam.  
• The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should bear the definition  
"for washing machines" or "hand and machine wash", or the like).  
• You used too much detergent.  
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Service  
Before calling for Assistance:  
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Check whether you can solve the problem on your own (see page 13);  
Restart the programme to check whether the problem has been solved;  
If this is not the case, contact an authorised Technical Service Centre on the telephone number  
provided on the guarantee certificate.  
! If the machine has been installed or used incorrectly, you may be charged for the maintenance callout  
service.  
! Always request the assistance of authorised servicemen.  
Notify the operator of:  
• the type of problem;  
• the appliance model (Mod.);  
• the serial number (S/N).  
This information can be found on the data plate situated on the rear of the washing machine.  
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195040745.04  
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06/2005  
Xerox Business Services  
GB  
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