User manual WHIRLPOOL FL 1019 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 6gb05022. fm Page 18 Tuesday, March 4, 2003 2:38 PM CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE DOOR CHILD SAFETY (if available) BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE PREPARING THE WASH DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES REMOVING THE FILTER (depending on model) DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE TRANSPORT/HANDLING ELECTRICAL CONNECTION 6gb05022. fm Page 19 Tuesday, March 4, 2003 2:38 PM BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE 1. Remove the packaging and check • 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 • Keep the packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc. ) out of reach of children, as they are potentially dangerous 6. Electrical connections • Electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufacturer’s instructions and local safety regulations • Data concerning voltage, consumption and fuses are located on the inside of the appliance door • The appliance must be connected to the mains exclusively by means of a socket with an earth connection in accordance with established regulations. The washing machine must be earthed by law. [. . . ] Wait until all the water has drained off. Now unscrew the filter completely and remove it. Clean the filter and the filter chamber. Insert the filter with the guide pin upwards and screw it in clockwise to the stop (handle horizontal). Replace the parts and refit the detergent dispenser. Insert the detergent dispenser in the washing machine. A A B1 B2 Mesh Filter in the Water Connection Check and clean regularly. For washing machines with a straight inlet hose 1. Turn off the tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. Clean the internal mesh filter and screw the water inlet hose back onto the tap. Now unscrew the inlet hose on the rear of the washing machine. Pull off the mesh filter from the washing machine connection with universal pliers and clean it. Refit the mesh filter and screw the inlet hose on again. Turn on the tap and ensure that the connections are completely water-tight. For washing machines with Water Stop hose 1. Turn off the tap and unscrew the Water Stop hose from the tap. Clean the internal mesh filter and screw the water inlet hose back onto the tap. Turn on the tap and ensure that the connection is completely water-tight. 27 6gb05022. fm Page 28 Tuesday, March 4, 2003 2:38 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Depending on the model, your washing machine is equipped with various automatic safety functions. This enables faults to be detected in good time and the safety system can react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor that they can be solved within a few minutes. • “Start/Pause” lamp is flashing. Press “Start/ Pause” button; • the “Rinse Hold” button is pushed, terminate this option by pressing the button again; • “On/Off” lamp is off. [. . . ] Switch off the appliance by turning the programme selector to the “ ” position, unplug the appliance and make sure that the water tap is closed. For models without a fault display the washing machine stops in the appropriate step. Switch off the appliance, , unplug the appliance and make sure that the water tap is closed. Tilt the appliance forwards carefully to allow the collected water to flow out. [. . . ]