User manual WHIRLPOOL AWO/D 043 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 30110450GB. fm Page 1 Friday, May 18, 2007 6:38 PM CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE DOOR BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE PREPARATION OF THE WASHING DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES REMOVING THE FILTER DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE TRANSPORT/HANDLING ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Black process 45. 0° 100. 0 LPI 30110450GB. fm Page 2 Friday, May 18, 2007 6:38 PM BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE 1. Removing the packaging and inspection • After unpacking, make sure that the washing machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or your local retailer. • Check that the accessories and supplied parts are all present. [. . . ] Notes: 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. Insufficient detergent may result in grey laundry in time and also calcifies the heating system, drum and hoses. GB 5 Black process 45. 0° 100. 0 LPI 30110450GB. fm Page 6 Friday, May 18, 2007 6:38 PM Where to put detergent and additives The detergent drawer has three chambers (fig. Prewash Chamber • Detergent for the prewash Main Wash Chamber • Detergent for the main wash • Stain remover • Water softener Softener Chamber • Fabric softener • Liquid starch Pour additives only up to the “MAX” mark. 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 detergent dispenser 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. Check that the pump rotor still moves freely. Insert the filter with the guide pin upwards and screw it in clockwise to the stop (handle horizontal). Close hose “A” with the cap and push it completely back into the machine. Pour about 1 litre of water into the detergent drawer to reactivate the Eco system. Check that the filter is seated properly and tightly in place. Reinsert the plug in the socket. B A DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER When should the residual water be removed? • To transport the machine (relocation). In this case, it is recommended that the machine be emptied after each wash cycle. Before emptying the residual water, switch the appliance off and unplug it from the mains socket. 1. Grasp the cap and pull out together with the hose. Drain the water into a low container until no more water flows out. Then close the residual water drain hose and insert it again. Before using the washing machine again: 1. 1 litre of water into the detergent drawer to reactivate the Eco system. Reinsert the plug in the socket. GB 7 Black process 45. 0° 100. 0 LPI 30110450GB. fm Page 8 Friday, May 18, 2007 6:38 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 periodically. Filter • Check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year (see “Removing The Filter”). Appliance interior • After each washing, leave the door open for some time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry. [. . . ] • Select and start the desired programme again. “Overfoaming” Too much foam interrupted the wash programme. • Select and start the “Rinse & Spin” programme. • Afterwards select and start the desired programme again, using less detergent. [. . . ]