Electrolux EW6T4226F3 Washing Machine User Manual

EW6T4226F3
Washing Machine
User Manual

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EW6T4226F3 Washing Machine

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information

Subject to change without notice.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.
• Keep detergents away from children.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the door is open.
• If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be activated.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

1.2 General Safety

• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
  • This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:
  – staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;
  – by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential type environments;
  – areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes.

• The appliance maximum load is 6 kg. Do not exceed the maximum load of each programme (refer to the “Programmes” chapter).

• The operating water pressure at the water entry point from the outlet connection must be between 0.5 bar (0.05 MPa) and 10 bar (1.0 MPa).

• The ventilation opening in the base must not be covered by a carpet, mat, or any floor covering.

• The appliance must be connected to the water mains using the new supplied hose sets, or other new hose sets supplied by the Authorised Service Centre.

• Old hose sets must not be reused.

• If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid an electrical hazard.

• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

• Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to clean the appliance.

• Clean the appliance with a moist cloth. Use only neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Installation
The installation must comply with relevant national regulations.

• Remove all the packaging and the transit bolts including rubber bush with plastic spacer.
• Keep the transit bolts in a safe place.  If the appliance is to be moved in the future they must be reattached to lock the drum to prevent an internal damage.
• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature can be less than 0°C or where it is exposed to the weather.
• The floor area on which the appliance is to be installed must be flat, stable, heat resistant and clean.
• Make sure that there is air circulation between the appliance and the floor.
• When the appliance is in its permanent position, check if it is levelled correctly with the aid of a spirit level. If it is not, adjust the feet accordingly.
• Do not install the appliance directly above a floor drain.
• Do not spray water on the appliance and do not expose it to excessive humidity.
• Do not install the appliance where the appliance lid cannot be fully opened.
• Do not put a closed container to collect possible water leakage under the appliance. Contact the Authorised Service Centre to ensure which accessories can be used.

2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric shock.

• WARNING: This appliance is designed to be installed / connected to a grounding connection in the building.
• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug and to the mains cable. Should the mains cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by our Authorised Service Centre.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after the installation.
• Do not touch the mains cable or the mains plug with wet hands.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

2.3 Water connection

• The inlet water shall not exceed 25 °C.
• Do not cause damage to the water hoses.
• Before connection to new pipes, pipes not used for a long time, where repair work has been carried out or new devices fitted (water meters, etc.), let the water flow until it is clean and clear.
• Ensure that there are no visible water leaks during and after the first use of the appliance.
• Do not use an extension hose if the inlet hose is too short. Contact the Authorised Service Centre for the replacement of the inlet hose.
• When unpacking the appliance, It is possible to see water flowing from the drain hose. This is due to the testing of the appliance with the use of water in the factory.
• You can extend the drain hose to maximum 400 cm. Contact the Authorised Service Centre for the other drain hose and the extension.
• Make sure that there is access to the tap after the installation.

2.4 Use
WARNING!
Risk of injury, electric shock, fire, burns or damage to the appliance.

• Follow the safety instructions on the detergent packaging.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
• Do not wash fabrics which are heavily soiled with oil, grease or other greasy substances. It can damage rubber parts of the washing machine. Prewash such fabrics by hand before loading them into the washing machine.
• Make sure that all metal objects are removed from the laundry.

2.5 Service

• To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.

• Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences and might void the guarantee.

• The following spare parts will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued: motor and motor brushes, transmission between motor and drum, pumps, shock absorbers and springs, washing drum, drum spider and related ball bearings, heaters and heating elements, including heat pumps, piping and related equipment including hoses, valves, filters and aqua stops, printed circuit boards, electronic displays, pressure switches, thermostats and
  sensors, software and firmware including reset software, door, door hinge and seals, other seals, door locking assembly, plastic peripherals such as detergent dispensers. Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional repairers, and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models.

• Concerning the lamp(s) inside this product and spare part lamps sold separately: These lamps are intended to withstand extreme physical conditions in household appliances, such as temperature, vibration, humidity, or are  intended to signal information about the operational status of the appliance. They are not intended to be used in other applications and are not suitable for household room illumination.

2.6 Disposal
WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains electrical and water supplies.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable close to the appliance and dispose of it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent children or pets from becoming trapped in the drum.
• Dispose of the appliance in accordance with local requirements for the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

3.1 Special features
Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for an effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption and will care for fabrics.

• The Sensi Care System automatically adjusts the programme duration to the laundry in the drum to achieve perfect washing results in the minimum possible time. Read the paragraph “The Sensi Care System load detection ” for more details.

3.2 Appliance overview

1. Control panel
2. Lid
3. Lid handle
4. Drain pump filter
5. Lever to move the appliance
6. Feet for levelling the appliance
7. Inlet hose
8. Drain hose
9. Mains cable
10. Transit bolts
11. Hose support
12. Rating plate

Information for register product.
The rating plate reports the model name (A) , product number (B), electrical ratings (C) and serial number (D).The info label reports the model name (A), product number (B ) and serial number (C).

TECHNICAL DATA

Level of protection against ingress of solid particles and moisture ensured by the protective cover, except where the low voltage equipment has no protection against moisture| IPX4
Water supply pressure| Minimum Maximum| 0.5 bar (0.05 MPa) 10 bar (1.0 MPa)
Water supply 1)| Cold water
Maximum Load| Cotton| 6 kg
Spin Speed| Maximum spin speed| 1151 rpm

1. Connect the water inlet hose to a water tap with a 3/4” thread.

INSTALLATION

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
5.1 Unpacking and positioning

We recommend that you keep the packaging and the transit bolts for any transport of the appliance.

Adjust the appliance correctly to prevent vibration, noise and movement of the appliance when it operates.
WARNING!
Do not put cardboard, wood or equivalent materials below the appliance feet to adjust the level.

5.2 The inlet hose

Accessories delivered with the appliance may vary depending on the model.
Make sure there is no damage to hoses and there are no leaks from the couplings. Do not use an extension hose if the inlet hose is too short. Contact the service centre for a replacement inlet hose.

5.3 Water drainage

The drain hose should stay at a height of no less than 600 mm and not more than 1000 mm.
You can extend the drain hose to maximum 4000 mm. Contact the authorised service centre for the other drain hose and the extension.

5.4 Electrical connection
At the end of installation you can connect the mains plug to the mains socket.
The rating plate and the ‘Technical Data’ chapter indicate the necessary electrical ratings. Make sure that they are compatible with the mains power supply.
Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required, also taking into account any other appliances in use.
Connect the appliance to an earthed socket.

The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the appliance.
For any electrical work required to install this appliance, contact our Authorised Service Centre.
The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution.

CONTROL PANEL

6.1 Control panel description

1. Programme dial
2. Display
3. Ajansäästö touch button
4. Ajastin touch button
5. Aloita/Keskeytä touch button
6. Esipesu touch button
7. Linkous reduction options touch button
8. Lämpötila touch button
9. Päällä/Pois push button
10. Indicators:
    • Lisähuuhtelu
    • Night cycle
    • Rinse Hold

6.2 Display

DIAL AND BUTTONS

7.1 Introduction
The options/functions are not available with all washing programmes. Check the compatibility between options/functions and washing programmes in the “Programme Chart”. An option/function can exclude another one, in this case the
appliance doesn’t allow you to set incompatible options/ functions.

7.2 Ajansäästö
This option may be advisable to shorten the washing programme.
Use this option for items with normal or light soil or items to refresh. Touch this button once to decrease the duration.
In case of smaller load, touch this button twice to set an extra quick programme. After each touching the new programme duration is shown on the display. The relevant indicator illuminates. This option is not available for every  programme. For more details, refer to Programme options compatibility in “Programmes” chapter.
7.3 Ajastin
With this option you can delay the start of a programme to a more convenient time.
Touch the button repeatedly to set the required delay. The time increases in steps of 1 hour up to 20 hours.
After touching the Aloita/Keskeytä button, the relevant indicator illuminates and the selected delay time and the appliance begins the countdown. The lid is locked.

7.4 Aloita/Keskeytä
Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button to start, pause the appliance or interrupt a running programme.

7.5 Esipesu
With this option you can add a prewash phase to a washing programme. The relevant indicator illuminates.

• Use this option to add a pre-wash phase at 30 °C before the washing phase.
  This option is recommended for heavily soiled laundry, especially if containing sand, dust, mud and other solid particles.

This option can increase the programme duration.

7.6 Linkous
When you set a programme, the appliance automatically sets the maximum spin speed allowed except programme Denim.

Push this button to set additional spin options:

• Decrease the spin speed. The display shows only the spin speeds available for the set programme.

• No spin comes on display. Set this option to deactivate all spin phases. The appliance performs only the draining phase of the selected washing programme. Set this option for very delicate fabrics. The rinse phase uses more water for some washing programmes

• Rinse hold . The related indicator comes on.
  The final spin is not performed. The water of the last rinse is not drained out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. The washing programme ends with water in the drum.
  The lid stays locked and the drum turns regularly to reduce creasing. You must drain the water to unlock the lid.
  If you touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button, the appliance performs the spinning phase and drains the water.

• Night cycle . The related indicator comes on.
  The intermediate and the final spinning phases are suppressed and the programme ends with water in the drum. This helps to reduce creasing.
  The lid stays locked. The drum turns regularly to reduce creasing. You must drain the water to unlock the lid. As the programme is very quiet, it is suitable for use at night time when cheaper electricity tariffs are available. In some programmes the rinses are performed with more water.
  If you touch the Aloita/Keskeytä  button, the appliance performs only the draining phase.

The appliance empties the water out automatically after approximately 18 hours.

7.7 Lämpötila
When you select a washing programme, the appliance automatically proposes a default temperature.

Touch this button repeatedly until the desired temperature value appears on the display.
When the display shows the indicators °, the appliance does not heat the water.

7.8 Päällä/Pois
Press this button for a few seconds to activate or deactivate the appliance. Two different tunes sound while switching the appliance on or off.
As the Stand-by function automatically deactivates the appliance after several minutes to reduce the energy consumption, you may need to activate the appliance again.
For more details, refer to Stand-by paragraph in Daily Use chapter.

PROGRAMMES

8.1 Programme Chart

Programme Default temperature Temperature range| Reference spin speed Spin speed
range [rpm ]| Maximum load| Programme description (Type of load and level of soiling)
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Eco 40-60
40 °C1)| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 6 kg| White cotton and fast-coloured cotton. Normally soiled items. The energy consumption decreases and the time of the washing programme is extended, ensuring good washing results.
Puuvilla
40 °C
90 °C – Cold| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 6 kg| White cotton and coloured cotton. Normal and heavy soil.
Synteettiset
40 °C
60 °C – Cold| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 3 kg| Synthetic items or mixed fabric items. Normally soiled items.
Hellävarainen
30 °C
40 °C – Cold| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 2 kg| Delicate fabrics such as acrylics, viscose and mixed fabrics requiring gentler washing. Normally and lightly soiled items.
Pika 14min
30 °C| 800 rpm
(800 – 400)| 1,5 kg| Synthetic and mixed fabric items. Lightly soiled items and items to freshen up.
Huuhtelu| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 6 kg| All fabrics, except woollens and very delicate fabrics. Programme for rinsing and spinning the laundry. The default spin speed is the one used for cotton programmes. Reduce the spin speed accordingly to the type of laundry.
If necessary, set the Lisähuuhtelu option to add rinses. With a low spin speed, the appliance performs delicate rinses and a short spin.
Linkous/Tyhjennys2)| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 6 kg| All fabrics, except woollens and delicate fabrics. To spin the laundry and to drain the water in the drum.
Anti-Allergy
60 °C| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 6 kg| White cotton items. This programme removes micro-organisms thanks to a washing phase with the temperature maintained above 60°C for several minutes. This helps remove germs, bacteria, micro-organism and particles.
An additional rinsing phase ensures a proper removal of detergent residues and pollens/allergenic items. In this way the wash is more effective.
Untuvatakki
40 °C
60 °C – Cold| 800 rpm
(800 – 400)| 2 kg| Special programme for one down jackets, synthetic blanket, duvet, bedspread and so on.
Silkki
30 °C| 800 rpm
(800 – 400)| 0,5 kg| Special programme for silk and mixed synthetic items.
Villa
40 °C
40 °C – Cold| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 1 kg| Machine washable wool, hand washable wool and other fabrics with «hand washing»3) care symbol.
Urheiluvaatteet
30 °C
40 °C – Cold| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 3 kg| Mixed fabric sportswear. Lightly soiled items or items to refresh.
Outdoor
30 °C
40 °C – Cold| 1200 rpm
(1200 400)| 2 kg 4)
1 kg 5)| Do not use fabric softener and make sure that there is no softener residue in the detergent dispenser.
Synthetic sport items. This programme is designed to gently wash modern outdoor sportswear and is also suitable for gym, cycling or jogging clothes or similar. The recommended laundry load is 2 kg.
Waterproof, waterproof-breathable and water repellent fabrics. This programme can also be used as a water repellency restoring cycle, specifically tailored for treating clothes with a hydrophobic coating. To perform the water repellency restoring cycle, proceed as follows:
• Pour the washing detergent in the compartment .
• Pour a special water repellency restorer for fabric into the softener compartment of the drawer .
• Reduce the laundry load to 1 kg.
To further improve the water repellency restoring action, dry the
laundry in a tumble dryer by setting the Outdoor drying programme (if available and if the garment care label permits tumble drying).
Denim
30 °C
40 °C – Cold| 800 rpm
(1200 400)| 2 kg| Special programme for Denim clothing with delicate washing phase to minimize
colour fading and marks. For better care a reduced load size is recommended.

1. According to Commission Regulation EU 2019/2023, this programme at 40 °C is able to clean normally soiled cotton laundry declared to be washable at 40 °C or 60 °C, together in the same cycle.
   For the reached temperature in the laundry, the programme duration and other data, please refer to ‘Consumption Values’ chapter.
   The most efficient programmes in terms of energy consumption are generally those that perform at lower temperatures and longer duration.

2. Set the spin speed. Make sure it is suitable for the type of fabric being washed. If you set the No Spin option then only the drain phase is available.

3. During this cycle the drum rotates slowly to ensure a gentle wash. It can seem that the drum doesn’t rotate or doesn’t rotate properly, but this is normal for this programme.

4. Washing programme.

5. Washing programme and waterproofing phase.

Programme options compatibility

Programme| OPTIONS
Linkous| | | | | Esipesu| Ajastin| Ajansäästö
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Eco 40-60| ■| ■| ■| | ■| ■| ■| ■
Puuvilla| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■
Synteettiset| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■
Hellävarainen| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| | ■|
Pika 14min| ■| ■| ■| | | | ■|
Huuhtelu| ■| ■| ■| | ■| | ■|
Linkous/Tyhjennys| ■| ■| | | | | ■|
Anti-Allergy| ■| ■| ■| | ■| ■| ■|
Untuvatakki| ■| ■| | | | | ■|
Silkki| ■| ■| | | | | ■|
Villa | ■| ■| ■| | | | ■|
Urheiluvaatteet| ■| ■| ■| | ■| ■| ■|
Outdoor | ■| ■| ■| | ■| | ■|
Denim| ■| ■| ■| ■| ■| | ■|

Suitable detergents for washing programmes

Programme| Universal powder 1)| Liquid Universal| Liquid for coloureds| Delicates woollens| Special
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Eco 40-60| ▲| ▲| ▲| —| —
Puuvilla| ▲| ▲| ▲| —| —
Synteettiset| ▲| ▲| ▲| —| —
Hellävarainen| —| —| —| ▲| ▲
Pika 14min| —| ▲| ▲| —| —
Anti-Allergy| ▲| ▲| —| —| ▲
Untuvatakki| —| —| —| ▲| ▲
Silkki| —| —| —| ▲| ▲
Villa| —| —| —| ▲| ▲
Urheiluvaatteet| —| ▲| ▲| —| ▲
Outdoor| —| —| —| ▲| ▲
Denim| —| —| ▲| ▲| ▲

1. At temperature higher than 60 °C the use of powder detergent is recommended.
   ▲ = Recommended
   — = Not recommended

8.2 Woolmark Wool Care – Blue

The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by The Wool mark Company for the washing of wool garments labelled as «hand wash» provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine. M1145
The Wool mark symbol is a Certification mark in many countries.

SETTINGS

9.1 Acoustic signals
This appliance has different acoustic signals, that operate when:

• You activate the appliance (special short tune).
• You deactivate the appliance (special short tune).
• You touch the buttons (click sound).
• You make an invalid selection (3 short sounds).
• The programme is completed (sequence of sounds for about 2 minutes).
• The appliance has a malfunction (sequence of short sounds for about 5 minutes).

To deactivate/activate the acoustic signals when the programme is completed, touch the Ajansäästö and the
Ajastin buttons simultaneously for about 2 seconds. The display shows On/Off
If you deactivate the acoustic signals, they continue to operate when the appliance has a malfunction.

9.2 Child Lock
With this option you can prevent children from playing with the control panel.

• To activate/deactivate this option, hold down the Linkous button until  comes on/goes off on the display.

The appliance will default to this option after you switch it off.

The Child Lock function may not be available for a few seconds after switching the appliance on.

9.3 Permanent Lisähuuhtelu
With this option you can permanently have an extra rinse when you set a new programme.

• To activate/deactivate this option , hold down the Esipesu button until relevant indicator **** comes on/goes off.

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Make sure that the electrical power is available and the water tap is open.
2. Pour 2 litres of water into the detergent compartment marked by . This action activates the drain system.
3. Pour a small quantity of detergent into the compartment marked by .
4. Set and start a programme for cotton at the highest temperature without any laundry in the drum.
   This removes all possible dirt from the drum and the tub.

DAILY USE

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
11.1 Activating the appliance

1. Connect the mains plug to the mains socket.
2. Open the water tap.
3. Press button Päällä/Pois to activate the appliance. A short tune sounds.

11.2 Loading the laundry

1. Open the appliance lid.

2. Push the button A.The drum opens automatically.

3. Put the laundry in the drum, one item at a time.

4. Shake the items before you put them in the appliance.
   Make sure not to put too much laundry in the drum.

5. Close the drum and the lid.

CAUTION!
Before you close the lid of your appliance, make sure that you close the drum correctly.

11.3 Detergent compartments. Using detergent and additives

1. Measure out specified detergents and the fabric conditioner.
2. Put the detergent and the fabric conditioner into the proper compartments.

Always follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the detergent products, but we recommend that you do not exceed the maximum indicated level. This quantity will however guarantee the best washing results.
When using liquid detergents add them into a dosing ball (supplied by the detergent’s manufacturer). Put the dosing ball inside the washing machine’s drum, on top of the garments.

| Detergent compartment for prewash phase.
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| Detergent compartment for washing phase.
| Compartment for liquid additives (fabric conditioner, starch).
The mark is the maximum level for the quantity liquid additives.

11.4 Setting a programme

1. Turn the programme dial to select the desired washing programme.
   The indicator of the Aloita/Keskeytä button flashes.
   The display shows an indicative programme duration.

2. To change the temperature and/or the spin speed, touch the related buttons.

3. If desired, set one or more options by touching the related buttons.
   If a selection is not possible an acoustic signal sounds.

11.5 Starting a programme
Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button to start the programme. It is not possible to start the programme when the indicator of the button is off and doesn’t flash (e.g. programme dial on a wrong position).
The related indicator stops flashing and stays on.
The programme starts, the lid is locked.
The display shows the indicator .

The drain pump can operate shortly before the appliance fills water.

11.6 Starting a programme with the delay start

1. Touch the Ajastin button until the display shows the desired delay time. The related indicator comes on.
   2. Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä   button. The appliance lid locks and starts the countdown of the delay start. The display shows the indicator .
   When the countdown is completed, the programme starts automatically.

Cancelling the delay start after the countdown has started
To cancel the delay start:

1. Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button to pause the appliance. The related indicator flashes.
2. Touch the Ajastin button repeatedly until the display shows .
3. Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button again to start the programme immediately.

Changing the delay start after the countdown has started
To change the delay start:

1. Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button to pause the appliance. The related indicator flashes.
2. Touch the Ajastin button repeatedly until the display shows the desired delay time.
3. Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button again to start the new countdown.

11.7 The SensiCare System load detection
After touching the Aloita/Keskeytä button:

1. The Sensi Care System starts estimating the weight of the load to calculate the real programme duration. During this phase the two dots separating hours from minutes are blinking.
2. After about 15-20 minutes new cycle duration is displayed.
   The appliance automatically adjusts the programme duration to the load to achieve perfect washing results in the minimum possible time.

The Sensi Care System is not available with all programmes such as : Villa and programmes with short cycles.

11.8 Interrupting a programme and changing the options
When the programme is running, you can change only some options:

1. Touch the Aloita/Keskeytä button. The related indicator flashes.
2. Change the options. The given information in the display changes accordingly.
3. Touch the button Aloita/Keskeytä again.

The washing programme continues.

11.9 Cancelling a running programme

1. Press the button Päällä/Pois to cancel the programme and to deactivate the appliance.
2. Press the button Päällä/Pois again to activate the appliance.

If the Sensi Care System has completed and the water filling has already started, the new programme starts without repeating the Sensi Care System. The water and the detergent are not drained out in order to avoid waste.

There is also an alternative way of cancelling:

1. Rotate the selector knob to the “Reset” position .
2. Wait for 1 second. The display shows .

Now, you can set a new washing programme.

11.10 End of the programme
When the programme has finished, the appliance stops automatically. The acoustic signals operate (if they are active). The display shows
The indicator of the Aloita/Keskeytä button goes off.
The lid unlocks and the indicator goes off.

1. Press button Päällä/Pois to deactivate the appliance.
   After five minutes from the end of the programme, the energy saving function automatically deactivates the appliance.
   When you activate the appliance again, the display shows the end of the previous programme. Turn the programme dial to set a new cycle.

2. Remove the laundry from the appliance.

3. Make sure that the drum is empty.

4. Keep the lid and the detergent dispenser slightly ajar to prevent mildew and odours.

5. Close the water tap.

11.11 Draining water out after end of cycle
If you have chosen a programme or an option that does not empty out the water of the last rinse, the programme is completed, but:

• The time area shows and the display shows the lid locked .
• The drum still turns at regular intervals to prevent creases in the laundry.
• The lid stays locked.
• You must drain the water to open the lid:

1. If necessary, touch the Linkous button to decrease the spin speed proposed by the appliance.

2. Press the Aloita/Keskeytä button:
   • If you have set Rinse Hold the appliance drains the water and spins.
   • If you have set Hiljainen the appliance only drains the water The option indicator Rinse Hold and Hiljainen disappears.

3. When the programme is completed and the lid locked indicator goes off, you can open the lid.

4. Press the Päällä/Pois button for a few seconds to deactivate the appliance.

11.12 Stand-by option
The Stand-by function automatically deactivates the appliance to reduce the energy consumption when:

• You do not use the appliance for 5 minutes when no programme is running.
  Press the button Päällä/Pois to activate the appliance again.

• 5 minutes after the end of the washing programme. Press the Päällä/Pois button to activate the appliance again.
  The display shows the end of the last programme.
  Turn the programme dial to set a new cycle.
  If the dial is rotated to the “Reset” position , the appliance automatically turns off in 30 seconds.
  If you set a programme or an option that ends with water in the drum, the Stand-by function doesn’t deactivate the appliance to remind you to drain the water. cords, shoelaces, ribbons and any other loose elements.

• Do not wash laundry without hems or with cuts. Use a washing bag to wash small and/or delicate items (e.g. underwired bras, belts, tights, shoelaces, ribbons, etc. ).

• Empty pockets and unfold the items.
  

12.2 Stubborn stains
For some stains, water and detergent is not sufficient.
We recommend that you pre-treat these stains before you put the items in the appliance.
Special stain removers are available.
Use the special stain remover that is applicable to the type of stain and fabric.

12.3 Detergent type and quantity
The choice of detergent and use of correct quantities not only affects your wash performance, but also helps to avoid waste and protect the environment:

• Use only detergents and other treatments specially made for washing machines. First, follow these generic rules:
  – powder detergents for all types of fabric, excluding delicate. Prefer powder detergents containing bleach for whites and laundry sanitization,
  – liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60 °C max) for all types of fabric, or special ones for woollens only.

• The choice and quantity of detergent will depend on: type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc), the colour of clothes, size of the load, degree of soiling, wash temperature and hardness of the water used.

• Follow the instructions that you find on packaging of the detergents or other treatments without exceeding the indicated maximum level (MAX).

• Do not mix different types of detergents.

• Use less detergent if:
  – you are washing a small load,
  – the laundry is lightly soiled,
  – there is large amounts of foam during washing.

• When using detergent tabs or pods, always put them inside the drum, not in the detergent dispenser.

Insufficient detergent may cause:

• unsatisfactory washing results,
• the wash load to turn grey,
• greasy clothes,
• mould in the appliance.
• sudsing,
• reduced washing effect,
• inadequate rinsing,
• a greater impact for the environment.

12.4 Ecological hints
To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips:

• Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewash in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!).
• Loading the appliance to the maximum capacity indicated for each programmes helps to reduce energy and water consumption.
• With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limited soiling can be removed; the laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature.
• To use the correct quantity of detergent, refer to the quantity suggested by the detergent producer and check the water hardness of you domestic system. Refer to ‘Water hardness’.
• Set the maximum possible spin speed for the selected washing programme before drying your laundry in a tumble dryer. This will save energy during drying!

12.5 Water hardness
If the water hardness in your area is high or moderate, we recommend that you use a water softener for washing machines. In areas where the water hardness is soft it is not necessary to use a water softener.
To find out the water hardness in your area, contact your local water authority.
Use the correct quantity of water softener. Follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.

CARE AND CLEANING

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

Read the chapter carefully for best maintenance and care.

13.1 Periodic cleaning schedule
Periodic cleaning helps to extend the life of your appliance.
After each cycle, keep the door and the detergent dispenser slightly ajar to get air circulation and dry the humidity inside the appliance: this will prevent mildew and odours.
If the appliance is not used for a long time: close the water tap and unplug the appliance.

Indicative periodic cleaning schedule:

The following paragraphs explain how you should clean each part.

13.2 Removing foreign objects
Make sure that pockets are empty and all loose elements are tied up before running your cycle. Refer to
‘The laundry load’ in ‘Hints and tips’.

Remove any foreign objects (such as metal clip, buttons, coins, etc) that you may find in the filters and the drum. Refer to ‘Cleaning the drum’, ‘Cleaning the drain pump’ and ‘Cleaning the inlet hose and the valve filter’ paragraphs. If necessary, please contact the Authorised Service Centre.

13.3 External cleaning
Clean the appliance with mild soap and warm water only. Fully dry all the surfaces. Do not use a scouring pads or any scratching material.

CAUTION!
Do not use alcohol, solvents or chemical products.
CAUTION!
Do not clean the metal surfaces with chlorine-based detergent.

13.4 Descaling
If the water hardness in your area is high or moderate, we recommend that you use a water descaling product for washing machines.

Regularly examine the drum to check for limescale.
Regular detergents already contain water softening agents, but we recommend to run a cycle with an empty drum and a descaling product occasionally.

Always follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.

13.5 Maintenance wash
The repeated and prolonged use of low temperature programmes can cause detergent deposits, fluff residues, bacterial growth inside the drum and the tub. This could generate bad odours and mildew. To eliminate these deposits and clean the inner part of the appliance, run a maintenance wash regularly (at least once a month).

Refer to “Cleaning the drum” paragraph.

13.6 Cleaning the drum
Regularly examine the drum to prevent rust forming.
Clean the drum with special products for stainless steel.

Always follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.

For a thorough clean:

• Remove all laundry from the drum.
• Run a Puuvilla programme with the highest temperature. Add a small quantity of powder detergent into the empty drum, in order to rinse out any left residues.

13.7 Lid seal
Regularly examine the seal and remove all objects from the inner part. Clean it when needed, using ammonia cream cleanser agent without scratching the seal surface.

Always obey the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.

13.8 Cleaning the detergent dispenser

13.9 Cleaning the drain filter
Regularly check the drain pump filter and make sure that it is clean.
Clean the drain pump if:

• The appliance does not drain the water.
• The drum does not turn.
• The appliance makes an unusual noise because of the blockage of the drain pump.
• The display shows the alarm code

WARNING!

• Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
• Do not remove the filter while the appliance operates.
• Do not clean the pump if the water in the appliance is hot. Wait until the water cools down .

Always keep a rag nearby to dry up any water spillages when removing the filter.

Proceed as follows to clean the pump:

13.10 Cleaning the inlet hose and the valve filter

13.11 Emergency drain
If the appliance cannot drain the water, carry out the same procedure, described in ‘Cleaning the drain pump’ paragraph. If necessary, clean the pump.
When you drain the water with the emergency drain procedure, you must activate the drain system again:

1. Put 2 litres of water in the main wash compartment of the detergent dispenser.
2. Start the programme to drain the water.

13.12 Frost precautions
If the appliance is installed in an area where the temperature can reach values around 0° C or drop below, remove the remaining water from the inlet hose and the drain pump.

1. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket.
2. Close the water tap.
3. Put the two ends of the inlet hose in a container and let the water flow out of the hose.
4. Empty the drain pump. Refer to the emergency drain procedure.
5. When the drain pump is empty, install the inlet hose again.

WARNING!
Make sure that the temperature is higher than 0 °C before you use the appliance again. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by low temperatures.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.

14.1 Alarm Codes and Possible failures
The appliance does not start or it stops during operation. First try to find a solution to the problem (refer to the tables).
WARNING!
Deactivate the appliance before carrying out any check.

With some problems, the display shows an alarm code and the Aloita/Keskeytä button may flash continuously:

The appliance does not fill with water properly.| • Make sure that the water tap is open.
• Make sure that the pressure of the water supply is not too low. For this information, contact your local water authority.
• Make sure that the water tap is not clogged.
• Make sure that the inlet hose has no kinks, damages or bends.
• Make sure that the connection of the water inlet hose is correct.
• Make sure that the filter of the inlet hose and the filter of the valve are not clogged. Refer to ‘Care and cleaning’.

The appliance does not drain the water.| • Make sure that the sink spigot is not clogged.
• Make sure that the drain hose has no kinks or bends.
• Make sure that the drain filter is not clogged. Clean the filter, if necessary. Refer to “Care and cleaning”.
• Make sure that the connection of the drain hose is correct.
• Set the drain programme if you set a programme without drain phase.
• Set the drain programme if you set an option which ends with water in the tub.

No communication between electronic elements of the appliance.| • The programme was not finished properly or the appliance stopped too early. Switch the appliance off and on again.
• If the alarm code appears again, contact the Authorised Service Centre.

The mains supply is unstable.| • Wait until mains supply is stable.

If the display shows other alarm codes, deactivate and activate the appliance. If the problem continues, contact the Authorised Service Centre.
In case of different problem with the washing machine check the table below for possible solutions.

the mains socket.
• Make sure that the appliance lid and drum door are closed.
• Make sure that there is no damaged fuse in the fuse box.
• Make sure that the Aloita/Keskeytä  has been touched.
• If the delay start is set, cancel the setting or wait for the end of countdown.
• Deactivate the Child Lock function if it is on.
• Check the position of the knob on the selected programme.
The appliance fills with water and drains immediately.| • Make sure that the drain hose is in the correct position.
The hose may be positioned too low. Refer to “Installation instruction”.
The spin phase does not operate or the washing cycle lasts
longer than usual.| • Set the spin programme.
• Make sure that the drain filter is not clogged. Clean the filter, if necessary. Refer to “Care and cleaning”.
• Adjust manually the items in the tub and start the spin phase again. This problem may be caused by balance problems.
There is water on the floor.| • Make sure that the couplings of the water hoses are tight and there is not water leakages.
• Make sure that the water inlet hose and the drain hose have no damages.
• Make sure you use the correct detergent and the correct quantity of it.
You cannot open the appliance lid.| • Make sure that a washing programme that ends with water in tub, has not been selected.
• Make sure that the washing programme is finished.
• Set the drain or the spin programme if there is water in the drum.
• Make sure that the appliance receives electrical power.
• This problem may be caused by a failure of the appliance.
Contact the Authorised Service Centre.
The appliance makes an unusual noise and vibrates.| • Make sure the levelling of the appliance is correct. Refer to “Installation instruction”.
• Make sure that the packaging and/or the transit bolts are removed. Refer to “Installation instruction”.
• Add more laundry in the drum. The load may be too small.
The programme duration increases or decreases during
programme execution.| • The Sensi Care System is able to adjust the programme
duration according to the type and the laundry load size.
Refer to “The Sensi Care System load detection” in “Daily
Use” chapter.
The washing results are not satisfactory.| • Increase the detergent quantity or use a different detergent.
• Use special products to remove the stubborn stains before you wash the laundry.
• Make sure that you set the correct temperature.
• Decrease the laundry load.
Too much foam in the drum during the washing cycle.| • Reduce the quantity of detergent.

After the check, activate the appliance. The programme continues from the point of interruption.
If the problem occurs again, contact the Authorised Service Centre.
The necessary data for the service centre are on the rating plate.

CONSUMPTION VALUES

15.1 Introduction

See the web link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about Energy Label.

The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the information related to the performance of the appliance in the EU EPREL database. Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance.
It is also possible to find the same information in EPREL using the link https://eprel.ec.europa.eu and the model name and product number that you find on the rating plate of the appliance. Refer to ‘Product description’ chapter for the position of the rating plate.

15.2 Legend

speed, the higher is the noise and the lower is the remaining moisture.

Values and programme duration may differ depending on different conditions (e.g. room temperature, water temperature and pressure, load size and type of laundry, supply voltage) and also if you change the default setting of a programme.

15.3 According to Commission Regulation Eu 2019/2023

Eco 40-60 pro‐
gramme| kg| kWh| Litres| h:mm| %| °C| rpm1)
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Full load| 6| 0.94| 47| 3:17| 53| 47| 1151
Half load| 3| 0.518| 37| 2:35| 53| 39| 1151
Quarter load| 1,5| 0.26| 29| 2:35| 55| 25| 1151

1. Maximum spin speed.
   Power consumption in different modes

Time to Off/Standby mode is 15 minutes maximum.

15.4 Common programmes

These values are indicative only.

1. Reference indicator of the spin speed.
2. Suitable for washing heavily soiled textiles.
3. Suitable for washing lightly soiled cottons, synthetic and mixed fabrics.
4. It also performs as quick washing cycle for lightly soiled laundry.

QUICK GUIDE

16.1 Daily use

Connect the mains plug to the mains socket.
Open the water tap.
Load the laundry.
Pour the detergent and other treatment in the proper compartment of the detergent dispenser.

1. Push the Päällä/Pois button to turn the appliance on. Turn the programme dial to set the desired programme.
2. Set the desired options (1) by means of the corresponding touch buttons. To start the programme, touch the Aloita/Keskeytä (2) button.
3. The appliance starts.
At the end of the programme, remove the laundry.
Push the Päällä/Pois button to turn the appliance off.

16.2 Cleaning the drain pump filter

Clean the filter regularly and, especially, if the alarm code appears on the display.

16.3 Programmes

items.
Pika 14min| 1,5 kg| Synthetic and mixed fabric. Lightly soiled items and garments to freshen up.
Huuhtelu| 6 kg| All fabrics, except woollens and very delicate fabrics. Programme for rinsing and spinning.
Linkous/Tyhjennys| 6 kg| All fabrics, except woollens and very delicate fabrics. Programme for spinning and draining the water.
Anti-Allergy| 6 kg| White cotton items. This programme helps to remove germs and bacteria.
Untuvatakki| 2 kg| Single synthetic blanket, padded clothes, duvets, down jackets.

Silkki| 0,5 kg| Special programme for silk and mixed synthetic items.

Villa| 1 kg| Machine washable wool, hand washable wool and delicates.
Urheiluvaatteet| 3 kg| Sportswear.
Outdoor| 2 kg¹)
1 kg²)| Modern outdoor sporting garments.
Denim| 2 kg| Denim clothing.

1. Washing programme.
2. Washing programme and waterproofing phase.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS

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References

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