User manual INDESIT IWE 7168

[. . . ] 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, 6-7 Control panel Display Running a wash cycle, 8 Wash cycles and options, 9 Table of wash cycles Wash options IWE 7168 Detergents and laundry, 10 Detergent dispenser drawer Preparing the laundry Special wash cycles Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 11 General safety Disposal Opening the porthole door manually 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 Service and Guarantee, 14-15-16 Before calling for Assistance Guarantee 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. Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance. 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. Connecting the electricity and water supplies Connecting the water inlet hose Unpacking and levelling Unpacking 1. [. . . ] For the 6 and 10 wash cycles, the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking and the EASY IRON and START/PAUSE indicator lights will flash. To drain the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/ PAUSE button or the EASY IRON button. This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 5, 8, 11, 12, 13, , . This function may not be used in conjunction with , , . wash cycles 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, Extra rinse By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly useful for sensitive skin. It cannot be used in conjunction with the 8, programmes. , 9 Detergents and laundry GB Detergent dispenser drawer Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessarily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to environmental pollution. Do not use hand washing detergents because these create too much foam. Open the detergent dispenser drawer and pour in the detergent or washing additive, as 3 follows. 1 2 compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder) 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 kg How much does your laundry weigh? Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or mesh bag. Jeans: Turn garments inside-out before washing and use a liquid detergent. Express 15: this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (8 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1, 5 kg. Outwear (wash cycle 10): is studied for washing water-repellent fabrics and winter jackets (e. g. GoreTex, polyester, nylon); for best results, use a liquid detergent and dosage suitable for a half-load; pretreat necks, cuffs and stains if necessary; do not use softeners or detergents containing softeners. Stuffed duvets cannot be washed with this programme. Sport Intensive (programma 11): is for washing heavily soiled sports clothing fabrics (tracksuits, shorts, etc. ); for best results, we recommend not exceeding the maximum load indicated in the "Programme table". We recommend using a liquid detergent and dosage suitable for a half-load. Sport Light (programma 12): is for washing lightly soiled sports clothing fabrics (tracksuits, shorts, etc. ); for best results, we recommend not exceeding the maximum load indicated in the "Programme table". We recommend using a liquid detergent and dosage suitable for a half-load. [. . . ] 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. Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property. [. . . ]