User manual INDESIT WE 8 X

[. . . ] M Washing machine Instructions for installation and use WE 8 X Quick guide Here are the 11 topics explained in this manual. Read, learn and have fun: you will discover many secret ways to get a better wash, more easily and making your washing machine last longer. 1. 10) Installation, after delivery or transport, is the most important operation for the correct functioning of your washing machine. That the electric system conforms to regulations; 2. [. . . ] One last secret: when washing with cold water, always reduce the amount of detergent you use: it dissolves less easily in cold water than in hot water, so part of it would be wasted. 4 3 In compartment 1: Detergent for pre-washing (powder) In compartment 2: Detergent for washing (powder or liquid) 1 2 In compartment 3: Additives (softeners, perfumes, etc. ) In compartment 4: Bleach and delicate bleach. Bleach cycle and stain remover button If bleaching is necessary, the extra case 4 (provided) must be inserted into compartment 1 of the detergent dispenser. When pouring in the bleach, be careful not to exceed the "max" level indicated on the central pivot (see illustration). The use of the additional bleach container excludes the possibility of using the pre-wash cycle. Traditional bleach can only be used on sturdy white fabrics, whereas delicate bleach can be used for coloured fabrics, synthetics and for wool. The detergent dispenser can be removed and cleaned: pull it outwards, as indicated in the figure. Then leave it under running water for a few minutes. Cutting costs efficiently A guide to environmentally friendly and economic use of your appliance. MAXIMISE THE LOAD SIZE Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent and time by using the recommended maximum load size. SAVE up to 50% energy by washing a full load instead of 2 half loads. SAVE detergent, time, water and between 5 to 15% energy consumption by NOT selecting Prewash for slight to normally soiled laundry. Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in stains in water before washing to reduce the necessity of a hot wash programme. SAVE up to 50% energy by using a 60°C wash programme. SAVE energy and time by selecting the highest suitable spin speed to reduce the water content in laundry before using a drying programme. You cannot bleach with the "Silk" programme, "Hand wash" programe and with the "special programmes" (see page 4). Should you wish to bleach separately, pour the bleach into extra compartment 4 and set the rinsing programme 7. The Extra rinse level should be set to Medium or High (see page 3). When bleaching during a normal wash cycle, pour in the detergent and additives into the special compartments (see table on page 4), set the desired programme and select the stain erase option. 7 Instructions for installation and use Troubleshooting Before calling, read the following In most cases, when your washing machine fails to work, the problems arising can be easily solved without having to call for a technician. Before calling for assistance, always check these points. The washing machine fails to start. Is the plug correctly inserted into the socket?It could have been moved whilst cleaning. A circuit breaker may have switched off as a result of too many electrical appliances working at the same time. Or maybe due to a general failure in your entire area. Is the washing machine door closed properly?For safety reasons, the washing machine cannot work if the door is open or not shut properly. If it is, then a programmed start has been set. Has the Start/Reset button been pressed? [. . . ] It must only be used by adults and exclusively for washing clothes following the instructions provided in this manual. 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. Before loading the washing machine, make sure the drum is empty. [. . . ]