User manual INDESIT IWD51231

[. . . ] Instructions for use WASHING MACHINE Contents Installation, 2-3-4-5 GB English, 1 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies The first wash cycle Technical data GB Description of the washing machine and starting a wash cycle, 6-7 Control panel Indicator lights Starting a wash cycle Wash cycles, 8 Table of wash cycles Personalisation, 9 Setting the temperature Setting the spin speed Functions Detergents and laundry, 10 IWD 51231 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Garments requiring special care Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 11 General safety Disposal Care and maintenance, 12 Cutting off the water or electricity supply Cleaning the washing machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for the door and drum of your appliance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose Troubleshooting, 13-14 Assistance, 15-16 1 Installation GB !This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. If the washing machine is sold, transferred or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains with the machine so that the new owner is able to familiarise himself/herself with its operation and features. Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability, help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient ventilation space underneath the washing machine. ! [. . . ] We recommend using a liquid detergent and dosage suitable for a half-load. Special Shoes (programma 14): is for washing sports shoes; for best results, do not wash more than 2 pairs simultaneously. The 20° wash cycles (Zone 20°) offer effective washing performance at low temperatures, reducing electricity usage and expenditure while benefitting the environment. The 20° wash cycles meet all requirements: Cotton Standard (programme 6) ideal for heavily soiled cotton loads. The effective performance levels achieved at cold temperatures, which are comparable to washing at 40°, are guaranteed by a mechanical action which operates at varying speed, with repeated and frequent peaks. Mix Light (programme 7) ideal for mixed loads (cotton and synthetics) with a normal soil level. The effective performance levels achieved at cold temperatures are guaranteed by a mechanical action which operates at varying speed, across set average intervals. 20’ Refresh (programme 8) ideal for refreshing and washing lightly soiled garments in a few minutes. It lasts just 20 minutes and therefore saves both time and energy. It can be used to wash different types of fabrics together (except for wool and silk), with a maximum load of 1. 5 kg. !Do not use hand washing detergents because these create too much foam. !Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for prewashing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C. !Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging. Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the detergent or washing additive, as follows. 1 2 3 !Do not pour detergent into the compartment 1. Detergent should only be poured into the compartment 2. compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle (powder or liquid) Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately prior to the start of the wash cycle. compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc. ) The fabric softener should not overflow the grid. Preparing the laundry • Divide the laundry according to: - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label - the colours: separate coloured garments from whites. • Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons. • Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry: Durable fabrics: max. 1. 5 kg How much does your laundry weigh? Load balancing system 1 sheet 400-500 g 1 pillow case 150-200 g 1 tablecloth 400-500 g 1 bathrobe 900-1200 g 1 towel 150-250 g Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load. 10 Precautions and tips ! [. . . ] The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate. The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only. The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us. Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent. [. . . ]