User manual WHIRLPOOL AWG 658 PRODUCT FICHE

[. . . ] • Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc. ) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous. • If the appliance was exposed to the cold before delivery, keep it at room temperature for a few hours before operating. • Water tap: 3/4” threaded hose connector” • Water pressure (flow pressure): 100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar). • Use only new hoses to connect the washing machine to the water supply. [. . . ] • For stains made by red wine, coffee, tea, grass, fruit etc. add a stain remover to the main wash chamber of the detergent dispenser. • Pre-treat heavily-soiled areas with stain remover if necessary. Dyeing and bleaching • Only use dyes and bleaches that are suitable for washing machines. • Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. • Plastic and rubber parts of the washing machine can be stained by dyes or bleaches. LOADING THE LAUNDRY 1. Unfold the laundry and place it loosely in the drum. Observe the load sizes given in the quick reference guide. Note: Overloading the machine reduces the wash efficiency and encourages creasing. Close the door. 2. Empty all pockets 3. Fasteners Coins, safety pins etc. can damage your laundry as well as the appliance drum and tub. Close zips and fasten buttons or hooks; loose belts or ribbons should be tied together. DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES Keep detergents and additives in a dry place out of the reach of children. Re-insert the filter and screw it in clockwise as far as it will go. Pour about 1 l of water into the detergent dispenser to reactivate the ecosystem”. Check that the filter is inserted properly and securely. Reinstall the plinth or the cover, depending on the model. Select a programme and start it. B C GB 8 Black process 45. 0° 150. 0 LPI 30120033GB. fm Page 9 Thursday, January 8, 2009 3:56 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Appliance exterior and control panel • Can be washed down with a soft, damp cloth. • A little neutral detergent (non abrasive) can also be used • Dry with a soft cloth. Door seal • Clean with a damp cloth when necessary. • Check the condition of the door seal regularly. Filter • Check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year (see “Removing the filter / Draining residual water”) Appliance internal parts • After each wash, leave the door open for some time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry. • If you never or seldom wash your laundry at 90°C, we recommend to occasionally run a 90°C programme without laundry, adding a small amount of detergent, to keep the interior of the appliance clean. Water supply hose • Check the hose regularly for brittleness and cracks. • Regularly check and clean the mesh filter inside the inlet hose (see “Cleaning the mesh filter in the water supply hose(s)”). Do not use flammable fluids for cleaning the appliance. Detergent drawer Clean the detergent dispenser regularly, at least three or four times a year to prevent a build-up of detergent. Press “PUSH” and extract the dispenser drawer. [. . . ] Try to remedy the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting Guide”). Restart the programme to check whether the problem has solved itself. If the washing machine continues to function incorrectly, call After Sales Service. The After Sales Service sticker can be found inside the door. [. . . ]