User manual WHIRLPOOL AWP 045/3 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] CONTENTS 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 . [. . . ] All connections to the water and electrical mains must be made in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and following local utility company safety regulations (see “Installation Instructions”). Before any cleaning and maintenance switch off the machine or disconnect it from the mains. Switch off the washing machine and turn off the tap(s) whenever the machine is not in use. Never use excessive force to open the door. • Children must not be allowed to play with or inside the machine. Packaging materials can be dangerous for children. Keep the packaging material (plastic bags, polystyrene, etc. ) well out of their reach. The appliance conforms to European safety regulations, EC directive 93/68/EWG and EN 60555. • • • • • MOVING AND TRANSPORTING THE APPLIANCE 1. Drain residual water from the appliance and hoses (see “Draining residual water”). Fit the transit bolts (see “Installation Instructions”). 11 SORTING THE WASH 1. Sort the load according to: • Fabric type / care label symbol Cotton, mixed fibres, synthetics, wool. • Colours Separate coloured and white articles. • Article size Washing articles of different sizes together improves wash efficiency and distributes the load better in the drum. • Fabric delicacy Wash delicates separately. Select the appropriate special programme for machine washable wool , curtains or delicates. Either remove curtain hooks or tie into a cloth bag. nylon stockings, belts etc. ) and articles with hooks (e. g. bras) in a cloth bag or pillow case with zip. Empty all pockets Coins, safety pins etc. Note: • Overdosing the detergent results in excessive foaming and reduces the wash efficiency. If the washing machine detects too much foam, it may prevent spinning. • Using insufficient detergent results in grey laundry. [. . . ] Remove the filter from the washing machine with pliers and clean it. Replace the filter and screw the hose connection back on to the machine. Turn on the tap(s) and ensure that the connections are completely water-tight. APPLIANCE FILTER • Check the filter at least two or three times a year and clean if necessary (see “Removing the filter”). 17 TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE The appliance will not switch on. • Power plug properly inserted in mains socket? [. . . ]