User manual SMEG SLB101X

[. . . ] Read the manual carefully and get to know your washing machine so that you will know how to use it safely and correctly. This instruction manual was prepared for various models of washing machine, and they vary in function and design. Make sure to consider only those switches and knobs your machine is equipped with. · When you find your appliance is out of use and no longer needed, try not to burden the environment with it. [. . . ] Open the door by pulling the door handle (fig. When closing the door, push it towards the machine until it locks (fig. If the door is not correctly closed, the machine will not operate. 9 10 IMPORTANT · When closing the door, be careful not to trap fabric between the door glass and the rubber gasket. · If you need to open the door after the machine has been switched on, first switch it off and wait for about two minutes. When opening the door, be careful, as the water level may be high and water may pour out when you open the door. · Don't even try to open the door while the machine is operating. · If the machine won't start after switching on, push the door once again towards the machine (at handle). · An inadequately closed door is the most common cause of malfunctions. Direction of Opening the Door Certain models of appliances allow the possibility of changing the direction of door opening. This is an option that has to be ordered separately and paid for by the customer. 10 Instructions for Use Preparing the Laundry Sort the laundry before washing according to the type, quality, colour and soil degree of the laundry. Type of Fabrics Most clothes nowadays have labels describing the type of fabric they are made of, the kind of recommended wash, and the recommended washing temperature. These labels will help you choose the most suitable washing programme for your clothes. Put delicate laundry (stockings, fine underwear. . . ) into a sack or into a pillow case if washed together with other laundry. Always add washing agents before switching on and keep the dispenser clean and dry, so that the washing agent can be efficiently rinsed from the ispenser. With programmes without a pre-wash cycle, the washing powder can be put directly in the drum. This is especially convenient if: - you use larger amounts of washing powder (very hard water), - you use washing powder which is hard to rinse from the dispenser, - water pressure is low, - you use a concentrated washing powder special dosing sack which should be inserted directly in the drum. Not enough washing powder causes - the laundry to turn grey, Instructions for Use 13 - greasy clots, - lime deposit in the machine and on the laundry. Too much washing powder causes - bubbling, - reduced agitation and washing effect, - inadequate rinsing. We recommend that you gradually decrease or increase the quantity of washing agent and at the same time pay attention to the linen. Fabric Conditioner and Starching Agent When using fabric conditioner or starching agent, always follow the manufacturer's instructions, but never fill higher than the level marked on the dispenser. The excess is immediately poured out before washing and is therefore pure waste. When using the high density liquid agent we recommend mixing it with water before filling, as otherwise the dispenser outlet may clog. In case the dispenser is clogged and the liquid is not flushed, the dispenser should be washed. Remove level indicator and wash with brush and lukewarm water or rinse under the tap (fig. 13). 12 13 Never use both fabric conditioner and starching agent together, as clots may clog the dispenser opening. 14 Instructions for Use Liquid Washing Agents (for some models only) If the washing machine is equipped with partition plate, the middle section may also be used for liquid washing agents. [. . . ] (The laundry is not rinsed enough, still wet, water is not pumped out of the machine). Before cleaning the filter, mind to pump the water out of the machine. The best method to do that is to place the outlet hose as low as possible (near the floor). 17 18 - Remove the cover (with coin inserted into the notch (fig. - Insert the funnel attached to the machine into the bottom cut-outs between the filter cover and cabinet and fix it by turning clockwise. [. . . ]