User manual WHIRLPOOL AWE5213

[. . . ] 1 b c a 6 11 7 A d g 12 g f e 2 B A 8 13 3 9 14 4 C D A B 15 5 10 16 INTENDED USE This washing machine is exclusively destined to wash and spin machine washable laundry in quantities which are usual for private households. • Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart when using the washing machine • Keep these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart; if you pass on the washing machine to another person, also give him/her Instructions for Use and Programme Chart. SAFETY AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Safety instructions • The washing machine is appropriate for indoor use only. • Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance. • Do not place electrical appliances on the lid of your washing machine. [. . . ] Observe the recommendations on the care labels of your laundry. The choice of detergent depends on: • Type of fabric • Colour • Recommended wash temperature • Degree and type of soiling Laundry type White robust laundry (cold-95°C): White delicate laundry (cold-40°C): Light /pastel- shaded colours (cold-60°C): Intensive colours (cold-60°C): Black/dark colours(cold-60°C): Kind of detergent heavy duty detergents with bleach mild detergents with bleach and/or optical brighteners detergents with bleach and/ or optical brighteners colour detergents without bleach/optical brighteners special detergents for black/ dark laundry Please note: Too much detergent can result in excess foam formation, which reduces washing efficiency. If the washing machine detects too much foam, it may prevent spinning, or prolong the programme duration and increase the water consumption (see also remarks on foam formation in the “Troubleshooting Guide”). Insufficient detergent may result in grey laundry and also calcifies the heating system, drum and hoses. Where to put detergents and additives (picture 17) Prewash chamber • Detergent for the prewash phase (only if you have activated “prewash” option) Main wash chamber • Detergent for the main wash phase (must be added for all wash programmes) • Additive for stain removal (optional) • Water softener (optional; recommendable for water hardness class 4 or more) Softener chamber • Fabric softener (optional) • Starch dissolved in water (optional) Do not exceed the “MAX” level mark when filling in detergent, additives or softener. For more information regarding the application of detergent and fabric softener in the programmes, have a look at the separate program chart. For laundry requiring special treatment (e. g. wool or microfibers), we recommend to use specialized detergents, additives or pre-treatment available on the market. Refer to internet link www. cleanright. eu for more detailed information. Do not use liquid detergent for the main wash when having activated the “Prewash” option. Do not use liquid detergent when selecting a later cycle start / cycle end (depending on the model). Using chlorine bleach • Wash your laundry in the desired programme (Cotton, Synthetics), adding an appropriate amount of chlorine bleach to the SOFTENER chamber (close the lid carefully). • Immediately after end of programme, start the “Rinse and Spin” programme to eliminate any residual bleach smell; if you want, you can add softener. • Never put both chlorine bleach and softener into the softener chamber at the same time. Dosage Follow the dosage recommendations on the detergent pack. They depend on: • degree and type of soiling • size of wash -- full load: follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions; -- half load: 3/4 the amount used for a full load; -- minimum load (about 1 kg): half the amount used for a full load If there is no reference to a certain wash load on the detergent pack: the detergent manufacturers usually refer their dosing recommendations to 4. 5 kg laundry for heavy duty detergent and 2. 5 kg laundry for delicate detergent. • water hardness in your area (ask for information from your water company). Soft water requires less detergent than hard water. Using starch powder • Wash your laundry in the desired wash programme. • Prepare the starch solution according to the starch manufacturer’s instructions. • Fill the prepared starch solution (maximum 100 ml) into the softener chamber of the detergent dispenser. • Close the lid and start programme “Rinse and Spin”. GB 6 CLEANING THE FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER The washing machine is provided with a self-cleaning pump. The filter keeps objects like buttons, coins, safetypins etc. We recommend to check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year. Especially: • if the appliance is not draining properly or if it fails to perform spin cycles. • if the “Pump” indication lights up. IMPORTANT: make sure the water has cooled before draining the appliance. [. . . ] If fault persists, notify our After-Sales Service. Select and start “Drain” programme or push “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds. “Water level too high” (after programme cancellation or false operating). Switch off appliance and then switch it on again, select programme “Drain” and start within 15 sec. [. . . ]