Candy AQUAMATIC 800T Washing Machine Instruction Manual

Candy AQUAMATIC 800T Washing Machine

OUR COMPLIMENTS

• With the purchase of this Candy household appliance, you have shown that you will not accept compromises: you want only the best.

• Candy is happy to present their new washing machine, the result of years of research and market experience through direct contact with Consumers.You have chosen the quality, durability and high performance that this washing machine offers.

• Candy is also able to offer a vast range of other household appliances: washing machines, dishwashers,washer-dryers, cookers, microwave ovens. Traditional ovens and hobs, refrigerators and freezers.

• Ask your local retailer for the complete catalogue of Candy products.

• Please read this booklet carefully as it provides important guide lines for safe installation, use and maintenance and some useful advise for best results when using your washing machine.

• Keep this booklet in a safe place for further consultation.

• When contacting Candy or a Customer Services Centre always refer to the Model, No., and G number (if applicable of the appliance see panel).

GENERAL POINTS ON DELIVERY

On delivery, check that the following are included with the machine:

• A) INSTRUCTION MANUAL

• B) CUSTOMER SERVICE ADDRESSES

• C) GUARANTEE CERTIFICATES

• D) BEND FOR OUTLET TUBE

KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE

Check that the machine has not incurred damage during transport. If this is the case, contact your nearest Candy Centre.

GUARANTEE

The appliance is supplied with a guarantee certificate which allows free use of the Technical Assistance Service.

SAFETY MEASURES

IMPORTANT: FOR ALL CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE WORK

• Remove the plug

• Turn off the water inlet tap.

• All Candy appliances are earthed. Ensure that the main electricity circuit is earthed. Contact a qualified electrician if this is not the case.

• This appliance complies with Directives 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and following changes.

• Do not touch the appliance with wet or damp hands or feet.

• Do not use the appliance when bare-footed.

• Extreme care should be taken if extension leads are used in bathrooms or shower rooms.Avoid this where possible.

WARNING: DURING THE WASHING CYCLE, THE WATER CAN REACH A TEMPERATURE OF 90°C.

• Before opening the washing machine door,ensure that there is no water in the drum.

• Do not use adaptors or multiple plugs.

• Do not allow the appliance to be used by children or the incompetent without due supervision.

• Do not pull the mains lead or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket.

• Do not leave the appliance exposed to atmospheric agents (rain, sun etc.)

• In the case of removal, never lift the appliance by the knobs or detersive drawer.

• During transportation do not lean the door against the trolley.

• • Important! When the appliance location is on carpet floors, attention must be paid so as to ensure that there is no obstruction to the bottom vents.

• Lift the appliance in pairs as illustrated in the diagram.

• In the case of failure and/or incorrect operation, turn the washing machine off, close the water inlet tap and do not tamper with the appliance. Contact a Candy Technical Assistance Centre for any repairs and ask for original Candy spare parts. Avoidance of these norms may compromise the safety of the appliance.

• Should the supply cord (mains cable) be demaged, this is to be replaced by a specific cable available from the after sales service centre.

Specifications

• Maximum Wash Load Dry Load : 3.5 kg
• Normal Water Level : 9÷13 l
• Power Input : 1300 W
• Energy Consumption (Prog. 2) : 1.4 kWh
• Power Current Fuse : 10 A
• Spin (r.p.m.) : 800 Giri/min.
• Water Pressure :
  • Minimum: 0.05 MPa
  • Maximum: 0.8 MPa
• Supply Voltage : 230 V

SETTING UP INSTALLATION

• Move the machine near its permanent position without the packaging base.

• Cut tube-holding straps.

• Unscrews the two top screws A and remove the cover, sliding it off horizontally Remove the cardboard protection.

• Unscrews the two tie braces B on the crosspiece (with an H. 19 spanner) and remove the polystyrene spacers under it.

• Please do not fit the 2 tie braces B again!

  • IMPORTANT: DO NOT REMOVE THE SPACERS ABOVE THE CROSSPIECE.

• Replace the cover with the two screws A.

• Please ensure when fitting the table top the locating pins are inserted correctly in their slots, positioned on the side of the cabinet as shown in the relevant diagram.

  • WARNING: DO NOT LEAVE THE PACKAGING IN THE REACH OF CHILDREN AS IT IS A POTENTIAL SOURCE OF DANGER.

• Fix the sheet of corrugated material on the bottom as shown in picture.

• Connect the fill hose to the tap.

• The appliance must be connected to the water mains using new hose-sets. The old hose-sets should not be reused.

  • IMPORTANT: DO NOT TURN THE TAP ON AT THIS TIME.

• Position the washing machine next to the wall. Hook the outlet tube to the edge of the bath tub, paying attention that there are no bends or contractions along the tube.

• It is better to connect the discharge hose to a fixed outlet of a diameter greater than that of the outlet tube and at a height of min. 50 cm. If is necessary to use the plastic sleeve supplied.

• Apply the adhesive label supplied in the appropriate language onto the pull-out wash programme guide.

• Use front feet to level the machine with the floor.

• • Turn the nut clockwise to release the screw adjuster of the foot.
    • Rotate foot to raise or lower it until it stands firmly on the ground.
    • Lock the foot in position by turning the nut anti-clockwise until it comes up against the bottom of the machine.

• Ensure that the Off/On button (C) is not pressed.

• Ensure that all the knobs are on the “0” position and that the door is closed.

• Insert the plug.

• After installation, the appliance must be positioned so that the plug is accessible.

CONTROLS

• A. Detergent drawer
• B. Door open button
• C. Off/On button
• D. No spin button
• E. Super rinse button
• I. Wash control temperature knob
• L. Timer knob for wash programmes
• M. Pull-out wash programme guide

DESCRIPTION OF CONTROL

DOOR OPEN BUTTON

IMPORTANT: A SPECIAL SAFETY DEVICE PREVENTS THE DOOR FROM OPENING AT THE END OF THE WASH/SPIN CYCLE. AT THE END OF THE SPIN PHASE WAIT UP TO 2 MINUTES BEFORE OPENING THE DOOR.

OFF/ON BUTTON

NO SPIN BUTTON

By pressing this button it is possible to eliminate the spin-drying on all programmes. This operation is suitable for programmes at 90°C and at 60°C in case of special treated fabrics (cottonova or permanent press) or for mixed delicate fabrics.

SUPER RINSE BUTTON

This function will allow an extra rinse or more water added at the rinse stage –depending on the programme selected. This is particularly important for avoiding skin irritation from detergent residues for people with particularly sensitive skin.

WASH TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB

ROTATES IN BOTH DIRECTIONS

With this device it is possible to reduce, but no increase washing cycle temperature. The table of programmes indicate the maximum temperature advised for each type of wash.

WARNING: THIS TEMPERATURE MUST NEVER BE EXCEEDED

TIMER KNOB FOR WASH PROGRAMMES

IMPORTANT: ALWAYS ROTATE THE KNOB IN A CLOCKWISE DIRECTION, NEVER IN AN ANTI-CLOCKWISE DIRECTION. DO NOT PRESS THE “ON” BUTTON (C) BEFORE SELECTING THE PROGRAMME

The tables describe the washing programme on the basis of the number or symbol chosen.

IMPORTANT : IF YOU NEED TO CHANGE A PROGRAMME THAT HAS ALREADY STARTED –SWITCH OFF THE MACHINE BY THE ON /OFF BUTTON AND THEN MOVE THE PROGRAMME DIAL TO THE CORRECT POSITION. IF YOU DO NOT PRESS “OFF” BEFOREHAND, THE DIAL WILL AUTOMATICALLY MOVE TO ITS INITIAL POSITION.

DETERGENT DRAWER

The detergent drawer is divided into 2 compartments:

• the first, labelled “I”, is for main wash detergent;
• The second ✿✿ is for special additives, softeners, perfumes, starches,whiteners, etc.
• When washing with bleach use the compartment for softener.
• When pre-washing, put the detergent directly in the drum.
• When selecting the “32 minute Rapid programme”, put the detergent directly in the drum

IMPORTANT: REMEMBER THAT SOME DETERGENT ARE DIFFICULT TO REMOVE. IN THIS CASE WE ADVISE THE USE OF THE SPECIAL CONTAINER TO BE USED INSIDE THE DRUM.

IMPORTANT: ONLY INTRODUCE LIQUID PRODUCTS IN THE SECOND COMPARTMENT.

SELECTION

For the various types of fabrics and various degrees of dirt the washing machine has 3 different programme bands according to: wash cycle, temperature and lenght of cycle (see table of washing cycle programmes).

• Resistants Fabrics

  • The programmes have been designed for a maximum wash and the rinses, with spin intervals,ensure perfect rinsing.
• • The final spin gives more efficient removal of water.

• Mixed and Synthetic Fabrics

  • The main wash and the rinse gives best results thanks to the rotation rhythms of the drum and to the water levels.
• • A gentle spin will mean that the fabrics become less creased.

• Delicate fabrics,wool & hand washing

  • This group of programmes have been specially designed to wash the most delicate fabrics
• • Use the Delicate programme for delicate fabrics
  • Use the Woollens programme only for machine washable wool
• • Use the HandWash programme for any machine washable handwash garments

CUSTOMER AWARENESS

A guide environmentally friendly and economic use of your appliance.

• MAXIMISE THE LOAD SIZE
  • Achieve the best use of energy,water, detergent and time by using the recommended maximum load size.
  • Save up to 50% energy by washing a full load instead of 2 half loads.
• DO YOU NEED TO PRE-WASH?
  • For heavily soiled laundry only!
  • SAVE detergent, time, water and between 5 to 15%energy consumption by NOT selecting Prewash for slight to normally soiled laundry.
• IS A HOT WASH REQUIRED?
  • Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in stains in water before washing to reduce the necessity of a hot wash programme.
  • Save up to 50% energy by using a 60°C wash programme.

THE PRODUCT

IMPORTANT:

• When washing heavy rugs, bed spreads and other heavy articles, it is advisable not to spin.
• To be machine-washed, woollen garments and other articles in wool must bear the “Machine Washable Label”.

IMPORTANT: When sorting articles ensure that:

•  there are no metal objects in the washing (e.g. brooches, safety pins, pins, coins etc.).
•  cushion covers are buttoned, zips and hooks are closed, loose belts and long tapes on dressing gowns are knotted.
•  runners from curtains are removed. attention is paid to garment labels.
• when sorting, any tough stains should be removed prior to washing using stain removers only recommended on label.

TABLE OF PROGRAMMES

Please read these notes

• When washing heavily soiled laundry, it is recommended to reduce the load to a maximum of 3 kg.
• When pre-washing, put the detergent directly in the drum.
• Programmes according to CENELEC EN 60456.
• The variable temperature selector allows a reduction in the wash temperature. For example, an intense cotton cycle can be washed in cold water simply by moving the dial to the tap symbol.
• 32 Minute Rapid Programme : The 32-minute rapid programme allows a complete washing cycle to be carried out in approximately 30 minutes, with a maximum load of 2 kg and a temperature of up to 50°C. When selecting the “32-minute rapid programme,” please note that it is recommended to use only 20% of the recommended quantities shown on the detergent pack. The detergent must be placed directly in the drum.
• For mixed, synthetics, and very delicate fabrics that are heavily soiled, a prewash cycle may be selected using the 32-minute rapid program (the detergent must be placed directly in the drum) before selecting the main wash program.
• Get the best results from your new Candy machine : To ensure the best results from your new Candy machine, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash. There are many detergents available in the market, and choosing from the wide range available can be confusing. Candy regularly tests many different types of detergent to assess which provides the best wash results in their machines. One brand consistently lives up to its exacting standards, providing outstanding cleaning across a broad range of dirt and stains while offering high levels of fabric care. That’s why Candy has given Ariel their official seal of approval.

WASHING

VARIABLE CAPACITY

• This washing machine features variable capacity, which automatically adapts the water level to the type and quantity of washing. This results in a “personalized” wash that is energy-efficient, reducing energy consumption and washing times.
• Let’s consider a scenario where you have heavily soiled cotton (tough stains should be removed with a special cream). If only a limited number of articles have stains that require treatment with liquid bleaching agents, you can perform preliminary stain removal in the washing machine. Simply pour the bleach into the special compartment and set the knob (L) to the special “PRE-WASH STAIN REMOVAL” program. After this phase is complete, add the rest of the washing and proceed with a normal wash on the most suitable program.
• It is advisable not to wash a load entirely composed of articles made of toweling fabric, as they absorb a lot of water and become too heavy. The maximum load for heavy fabrics is 3.5 kg. For delicate fabrics, it is recommended not to exceed 2 kg (1 kg for machine-washable “Pure New Wool” articles) to prevent the formation of creases that may be difficult to iron. For particularly delicate fabrics, use a net bag.

60° C 3,5 kg MAX

• *  **EXAMPLE:** The advice of Candy is set out in the washing programme table:

  • Ensure that article labels carry the indication 60°C.
  • Open the door by pressing button (B).
  • Load the drum with a maximum of 3,5 kg of dry washing.
  • Close the door

IMPORTANT: WHEN SETTING THE PROGRAMME ENSURE THAT THE ON/OFF BUTTON IS NOT TURNED ON.

Select programme 2: Choose the programme by rotating the knob (L) in a CLOCKWISE DIRECTION and make the number of the programme coincide with the sign.

• Move the temperature knob (I) to maximum 60°C.

• Open the detergent drawer (A).

• Put 60 g in the first I wash compartment .

• Put 50 cc of the desired additive in the additives compartment ✿.

• Close the detergent drawer (A).

• Ensure that the water inlet tap is turned on. And that the discharge tube is in place.

• Press the “ON” button (C). The washing machine will carry out the set programme.

• At the end of the programme,press the On/Off button (C).

• Open the door and remove the washed articles.

FOR ALL TYPES OF WASH CONSULT THE PROGRAMME TABLE AND FOLLOW THE OPERATIONS IN THE ORDER INDICATED.

CLEANING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

Do not use abrasives,spirits and/or diluents on the exterior of the appliance. It is sufficient to use a damp cloth.

The washing machine requires very little maintenance:

• Cleaning of drawer compartments.
• Filter cleaning
• Removals or long periods when the machine is left standing.

CLEANING OF DRAWER COMPARTMENTS

• Although not strictly necessary, it is advisable to clean the detergent, bleach and additives compartments occasionally.
• Remove the compartments by pulling gently.
• Clean with water.
• Put the compartments back into place

FILTER CLEANING

The washing-machine is equipped with a special filter to retain large foreign matter which could clog up the drain, such as coins,buttons, etc. These can, therefore, easily be recovered. The procedures for cleaning the filter are as follows:

• Open the lid as shown in fig.

• Turn the filter anticlockwise till it stops in vertical position.

• Remove and clean.

• After cleaning, replace by turning the notch on the end of the filter clockwise. Then follow all procedures described above in reverse order.

• Close the lid.

REMOVALS OR LONG PERIODS WHEN THE MACHINE IS LEFT STANDING

• For eventual removals or when the machine is left standing for long periods in unheated rooms, the drain hose should be emptied of all remaining water.
• The appliance must be switched off and unplugged. A bowl is needed. Detach the drainage hose from the clamp and lower it over the bowl until all the water is removed.
• Repeat the same operation with the water inlet hose.

Troubleshooting

tap
5. Does not spin| The washing machine has not discharged the water| Wait a few minutes until the machine discharges the water
“No spin” setting (some models only)| Turn the programme dial onto the spin setting
6. Strong vibrations during spin| The washing machine is not perfectly level| Adjust special feet
The transport bracket was not removed| Remove transport bracket
The washing load was not evenly distributed| Distribute the washing evenly
Please note:

It is normal for the programme selector dial to move only from one stage of the washing programme to another and not show any movement in between – so at certain periods, the dial will stay still.

An electronic device controls the exact movement of the timer.

If the fault should persist, contact a Candy Technical Assistance Centre. For prompt servicing, give the model of the washing machine, to be found on the label placed on the cabinet inside of the porthole or on the guarantee certificate.

Important

1 The use of environment-friendly detersives without phosphates may produce the following effects:

• The discharge rinse water may result cloudier due to the presence of zeolites in suspension. This does not compromise the efficiency of the rinses.
• The presence of white powder (zeolites) on the washing at the end of the washing cycle. This does not remain incorporated in the fabric and does not alter the colour.
• The presence of foam in the last rinse water is not necessarily a sign of inadequate rinsing.
• The non-ionic surface-active agents present in the composition of washing machine detersives are often difficult to remove from the washing itself and, even in small quantities, may produce visible signs of the formation of foam.
• Carrying out further rinses, in cases such as this, is not useful.

2 If your washing machine fails to function, carry out the above-mentioned checks before calling the Candy Technical Assistance Service.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I do if my Candy washing machine doesn't start on any program?

Make sure the mains plug is properly inserted. Check if the mains switch is turned on. Ensure there's power in the socket. Verify the electric circuit fuses for any issues. Close the load door.

How do I fix the issue if the washing machine is not filling with water?

Check if the mains plug is connected. Ensure the water inlet tap is open. Set the timer to the correct position.

What should I do if the washing machine isn't draining water?

Straighten any bent discharge tube. Check the filter for any blockages.

What should I do if I find water on the floor around the washing machine?

Check for leaks between the tap and the inlet tube. Replace the washer and tighten the tube on the tap.

How do I fix the problem if the washing machine is not spinning?

Ensure that the machine has discharged water. Check if the program dial is set to the No spin setting.

Why is the washing machine vibrating strongly during the spin cycle?

Adjust the washing machine's feet to make it level. Remove the transport bracket if it's still in place. Ensure that the washing load is evenly distributed in the drum.

Is it normal for the program selector dial to move only between different stages of the washing program?

Yes, this is normal. An electronic device controls the exact movement of the timer.

What should I do if I have used an environmentally friendly detergent without phosphates and notice cloudier rinse water or white powder on clothes?

This can happen with such detergents and is usually not a problem. The efficiency of rinsing is not compromised.

Can I wash heavy rugs, bedspreads, and other heavy articles in the washing machine?

Yes, but it's advisable not to spin such heavy items.

Are there specific instructions for washing woolen garments?

Woolen garments and other wool articles must bear the 'Machine Washable Label' to be machine-washed. Use the 'Woollens' program only for machine-washable wool.

Is it safe to open the washing machine door immediately after the cycle ends?

No, you should wait up to 2 minutes after the spin phase has completed before opening the door.

What should I do if my washing machine fails to function properly?

If the washing machine does not function correctly, refer to the provided troubleshooting guide before contacting Candy Technical Assistance.

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