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Front Load Washer
Instruction
Booklet
EW 880F
132990430
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 2 Contents Operating sequence 12-13 Warnings 3 Washing programmes 14-15 Disposal 4 International wash code symbols 16 Tips for environmental protection 4 Maintenance 17 After each wash 17 Technical specifications 4 Maintenance wash 17 Door seal 17 Installation 5 Cabinet 17 Unpacking 5 Detergent dispenser drawer 17 Positioning 5 Drain pump 18 Water inlet 5 Water inlet filter 18 Water drainage 6 Emergency emptying out 18 Electrical connection 6 The dangers
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 3 Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated below. We recommend that you keep this instruction manual for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. • Place small items such as socks, belts, etc. in a Installatio
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 4 • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this the machine incorporates a Disposal special feature. To activate this device, rotate the button (without pressing it) inside the door Packaging materials clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If necessary use a coin. The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 5 Installation 5. Set the machine upright and remove the Unpacking remaining rear screw. Slide out the relevant pin. All transit bolts and packing must be removed 6. Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will before using the appliance. find in the envelope containing the instruction manual. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. Using a spanner, unscrew and remov
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 6 The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use. Important! Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have been collected in the pipes. The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. A
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 7 Your new washing machine This new washing machine meets all modern needs for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. • The programme selector dial combines the function of programme and temperature selection, making it easier to set the programme. • The programme progress display shows the spin speed selected and the washing phase which is running. • The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system t
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 8 Use Control panel
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1 Detergent dispenser drawer 3 “Quick Wash” button This button allows you to select the Quick Wash function, for laundry that is only slightly soiled (not Programme Option buttons for wool, hand wash and economy programme Depending on the programme, different functions 60E). can be combined. These must be se
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% $ ( ) ) ) ( $ 132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 9 6 “Spin reduction” button 8 Programme selector dial By depressing this button you can reduce the max. The selector is divided into 5 sections: spin speed proposed by the machine. The relevant • Cotton light illuminates. • Synthetic The maximum speeds are: • Hand wash / Delicate ● for cotton, synthetics, hand wash and wool: 800 • Wool r.p.m. ● for delicate fabrics: 700 r.p.m. • Special programmes O Reset
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 10 Maximum loads Washing hints Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts. Sorting the laundry General rules: Follow the wash code symbols on each garment Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Synthetics: drum no more than half full; Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full.
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 11 Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust If a dosage ball/device is supplied with your removing product used cold. Be careful with rust concentrate detergent, measure the detergent into stains which are not recent since the cellulose the device/ball which should then be placed on top of structure will already have been damaged and the the laundry and at the back of the machine drum. fabric tends to hole. Any fabric softener or starching addi
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% # $ $ $ % # 132990430.qxd 02/04/2004 16:29 Pagina 12 Operating sequence Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 4. Select the desired programme litres of water into the main wash compartment Turn the programme selector dial to the desired of the detergent drawer in order to activate the position. ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measur
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 13 If you cannot open the door but you need to open it 7. Start the programme you have to switch the machine off by turning the To start the selected programme, press the programme selector dial to “O”. After about 3 Start/Pause button; the corresponding light stops minutes the door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and temperature!). flashing. Select the programme again and depress The “Function”and “Door” lights illuminate. Start/Pause to
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 14 Washing Programmes Dispenser- Type of laundry Programme/ Possible Description washing and degree of soil temperature options agents PREWASH WHITE COTTONS RINSE HOLD Wash at 90°C Sheets, household linen, towels, QUICK WASH * 90 3 rinses tablecloths STAIN COTTON Long spin SPIN REDUCTION PREWASH Wash at 60E WHITE COTTONS ECONOMY RINSE HOLD 60E Hand towels, sheets, underwear, 3 rinses * STAIN COTTON tablecloths Long spin SPIN REDUCTION PREWASH COLOURED C
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 15 Washing Programmes Special programmes Programme selector dial Programme Programme description Additional functions position 3 rinses with liquid additive, For rinsing hand washed RINSE HOLD if required short spin at max. items SPIN REDUCTION Rinses speed For emptying out the water of the last rinse of programmes Water draining Drain with RINSE HOLD option Separate spin for all fabrics Short spin at max. speed SPIN REDUCTION Spin For cancelling the O
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 16 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash temperature temperature temperature temperature 95°C 60°C 40°C 30°C Hand wash Do not Delicate wash wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach Ironing Hot iron Warm iron Lukewarm iron Do not iron max 200°C max 150°C max 110°C Dr
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 17 Maintenance Detergent dispenser drawer Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave from the electricity supply. deposits in the drawer. Inspect the drawer regularly. To remove the drawer from the machine, press the After each wash button in the rear left-hand corner. Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming insid
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 18 Drain pump • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. Important! Every time you drain the water through the emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer and then run the drain programme. This will activate the ECO valve avoiding that part of the detergent remains unused with your next washing. The pump should be inspected if • Put the cap back on the emergency emptying
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:29 Pagina 19 Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine: • pull out the plug from the power socket; • close the water tap; • if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; • open the pump door; • place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the bowl. When the bowl is full, put the cap back on the hose. E
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:29 Pagina 20 Trouble-Shooting Guide Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out a service technician. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. During machine’s operation it is possible that the “End” light flashes: • 1 flash = there is no water filling • 2 flashes = the water is not drained • 4 flashes = door open Once the problem has been elimina
