User manual WHIRLPOOL AWM 279 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE GB BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME: • IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE “INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS” • REMOVE THE TRANSIT BOLTS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME • First wash cycle without laundry: 1. Pour a little detergent (about 100 ml) into the detergent compartment . Select a short wash programme (see programme chart). The ON light will light up to show that the appliance is operating. [. . . ] Set the Spin Speed selector to (No spin). Hold down the Start button for about 1 second. Only open the door when the programme sequence indicator has reached “Stop”. REMOVING THE FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER WHEN TO REMOVE THE FILTER • • • Check and clean the filter at least 2 or 3 times a year. When the appliance does not drain or spin properly. When the pump is blocked by an object (buttons, coins, safety pins). 2. IMPORTANT: Before draining, make sure that the water has cooled. REMOVING THE FILTER 1. Switch off the appliance (set the programme selector to “0”). Open the filter cover using the coloured insert from the detergent drawer. Slowly turn the filter anticlockwise until its handle is vertical without unscrewing it completely. Now unscrew the filter completely and remove it. Remove any foreign material from the filter. Insert the filter and screw it in clockwise until it locks (until the grip is horizontal). Pour 1/2 litre of water into the detergent drawer to reactivate the Eco system. Select the desired programme and hold down the Start button for about 1 second. 6. WHEN TO DRAIN RESIDUAL WATER • • When transporting (moving) the machine. If there is danger of freezing in the installation room. In this case the machine should be drained after every wash. Let the water drain into a flat container until the flow stops. On next use, pour about 1 litre of water into the detergent drawer to reactivate the Eco system. DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER The residual water drain hose (if provided) is located in the machine plinth. If the machine is not provided with a drain hose in the plinth, remove the filter to drain residual water (see “Removing The Filter”). Lift the cover upwards with light pressure. Pull off its endcap. 31 CARE AND MAINTENANCE APPLIANCE EXTERIOR AND CONTROL PANEL • • Clean using normal household detergent (do not use abrasive products). [. . . ] The appliance must be connected to the mains exclusively by means of a socket with an earth connection in accordance with established regulations. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for injury to persons or pets and damage to property caused by disregarding the above instructions. The data concerning voltage, consumption and necessary fuse are supplied on the inside of the appliance door. The mains connection cable may only be replaced by a qualified electrician. [. . . ]