LA-243 - Washing machine ASPES - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL LA-243 ASPES

ENGLISH Instruction and maintenance booklet

• ENGLISH Contents Getting to know your washing machine Rens 28 Preliminary warnigs….…
• …. 28 Description of your washing machine p. 28
• Using the selector controls ere 28 Programme selector control. 28 Temperature selector control 28 Spin speed selector dial …… 29 Stop/start button p. 29
• Additional function buttons 29 Loading the machine 29 Adding detergent and additives 30 Selecting the wash programme 31 Programme tables p. 31
• Programme guide p. 82
• / 33 Cleaning your washing machine before u USE ee 34 Cleaning and special care een 34 Starting your machine 34 End of programme Practical advice for a better wash. eee 35 Sorting the clothes p. 34
• ere 35 Care label symbols.… p. 35
• Treating stains.… Practical advice on the wash load. 36 General hints on washing.….…… ere 36 General tips ln 37 Troubleshooting guide Deere . 37 p. 36

ENGLISH Getting to know your washing machine Before doing anything else you should get to know your washing machine perfectiy. To help you recognise all the different devices and elements which your machine is equipped with, we have included some diagrams. These can be found at the back of the BOOKLET, inside the back cover. Please study them carefully. They win help you to understand the text and to visually locate all the elements which make up your machine. Preliminary warnings Installation It is essential that the installation of your WASHING MACHINE be carried out in accordance with current standards. Specific installation instructions can be found in the INSTALLATION MANUAL Before starting your washing machine, it is absolutely essential to remove the INTER- NAL FIXING SCREWS, used for transit. To do this, consult the installation manual Technical specifications table Stuck to the back of your WASHING MACHINE, you will find a TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE, which gives the technical and identification information for your machine. THIS LABEL SHOULD BE

CONSULTED BEFORE MAKING ANY

ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. In order to preserve the environment, your washing machine is equipped with a sys- tem which is capable of adapting to diffe- rent conditions of use (amount of clothes and type of fabric), thereby ensuring an optimum level of water and pouver with the same wash and rinse results. This means that during the washing process, the amount of water you observe through the hatch may seem low.

Moreover, for the same reason, some models have a patented system by means of which the drum turns faster than normal for a short amount of time (2 seconds) only in the wash programmes for normal fabrics (cotton, linen, etc.). This ocours between six and eight times during the whole wash. Description of your washing machine Figure 1)

10.- «ON light 11.- Spin speed selector dial. Using the selector controls Programme selector control e) You can use this control to select the Wash Programme you require. Turn the control knob clockwise. Until the indicator coinci- des with the number of the programme required. NEVER TRY TO FORCE THE KNOB in the opposite direction.

Temperature selector control Use this control to select the wash tempera- ture you require. Turn it gently until the number corresponding to the temperature required coincides with the indicator.

ENGLISH If you want to wash with cold water, turn the knob until the cold symbol >k coincides with the indicator 000 Spin speed selector dial Whith this dial, you can choose the spin speed. To do this turn dial until the speed printed on the dial coincides with the prin- ted sign on the machine Stop/start button O Once you have selected programme you require, press-this button to start your was- hing machine. The «ON» light will come on after a few seconds, during which time the door. Safety device is activated. If the programme is completed without interruptions, you can open the loading door once the programme is over and you have waited for the door locking safety device to be deactivated (about 2 minutes) The «ON light will go off indicate this. When your washing machine is in opera- tion, the wash cycle can be interrupted by pressing the stop/start button. The «ON» light will go off. Press the stop/start button again, to start your washing machine from the phase ofthe cycle where it left of. If you stop your machine to add or remove gar- ments, make sure that the water level is not so high that it could overflow when the door is opened. Also make sure that the tempe- rature inside the drum is not too high Remember that even though the (ON light goes off, you have to wait about two minu- tes until the door safety device is deactiva- ted before you can open the door. Additional funtion buttons By pressing these buttons you can include a series of additional functions and features in the wash programme you have selected. These functions and features will enable you to adjust the wash to your particular needs and requirements Depending on the model, your washing machine wil have some of the following funtions. (@) No spin button Press this button to eliminate the spin phase from any programme selected. This will help to avoid creasing when washing special fabrics. ce

Spin selector button Press this button to reduce spin speed. This function is specially recommended for washing clothes which are very wom or have a special finish Creaseguard button Les) Pres this button to interrupt the last rinse and hold the clothes immersed in water inside the drum to avoid creasing Press the button again to complete the programme. Or select the drain-only programme to avoid the spin cycle Extra rinse button Press this button to increase the final rinse. This increases water consumption. Cold wash button * Press this button to select a cold wash pro- gramme. Load button \2) In the models which do not have the auto- matic variable capacity feature, press this button to save water by reducing consump- tion when washing small loads. Loading the machine Opening the door In order to open the door, pull outwards on the handle (Figure 1-3) Loading the drum When loading clothes into the drum, you should bear the following points in mind: — Make sure all the pockets are empty. — Stretch out and unfold each item.

ENGLISH — Put the items into the drum one by one, 50 that they do not get tangled up toget- her. — Take into account the recommended load size for each programme — When washing towels, try not to wash them on their own. Mix them in with other clothes Once you have loaded the drum, close the door by pressing on it until it is property closed. Make sure that no clothes get trap- ped between the door and the rubber seal Adding detergent and additives Before starting the wash programme, add the detergent or additive to the detergent dispenser (Figure 3) Depending on the model, the detergent dispenser in your washing machine has three or four compartments marked with the following symbols. TT compartment: For the PREWASH detergent. T7 compartment: For the MAIN WASH detergent compartment: For additives like starch, fabric conditioner, etc. if required compartment: (Optional) For liquid whiteners: bleach, etc. ifrequired Note: The level of liquid should never exceed the MAX LEVEL (Figure 3) Optional dispenser You can also use liquid detergent in your washing machine. To do this you need the optional dispenser which you can obtain

through the FAGOR SERVICE NETWORK. This optional dispenser should be placed inthe (7 COMPARTMENT of the deter- gent dispenser (Figure 3-A). Always use the amout recommended by the detergent manufacturer. However, the detergent should never go above the MAX level mar- ked on the side ofthe dispenser. Detergent Only use detergents suitable for automatic washing machines good quality detergents which do not produce too much lather. When washing woollen garments, only use neutral detergents. Detergent guide Remenber that the amount of detergent to be used always depends on: — The size of the load. — The type of clothes to be washed. — How dirty the clothes are — The hardness of the water. Using more detergent than necessary will not improve the results of your wash. In addition to being a waste it will also have negative effects on the environment. For wash programmes without a prewash, it is best to use detergents which can be put straight in the drum. In any case, we recom- mend that you follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the detergent used The following table will help you to deter- mine the amount of detergent to be used, depending on the hardness of the water and the size of the load.

ENGLISH LOAD SIZE IN KG. 4,5 3,5 2 1 kg, Water Hardness (French measures) Amount of detergent in grammes Soft: (Up to 12) 90 80 65 55 Medium: (12/25) 125 116 90 75 Hard (25/37) 160 140 110 90 Very hard (25/37) 180 160 130 110 Information about water hardness can be obtained from your local authority. If your water hardness is measured in german measures, divide the hardness values given above by 1.78. Selecting the wash programme Your washing machine offers you a wide range of programmes which will enable you to wash all types of clothing. It has 2 types of PROGRAMME:

1- NORMAL WASH PROGRAMMES, for

resistant fabrics. 2.- DELICATE WASH PROGRAMMES, for délicate fabrics The wash systems included in your was- hing machine are ideal for washing both cotton and synthetic garments, as well as woollen, silk or acrylic garments Basically, what varies between PROGRAM- MES is the drum rotation speed, tempera- ture, wash time and water level In general, the NORMAL, cycles are best for washing resistant fabrics like coton, resistant synthetics, linen, etc., whilst the DELICATE cycles, with slower drum rota- tion speeds, lower temperature and higher water levels, are for synthetic fabrics, wool, silkk, etc. The models which have the wash tempera- ture selector control have an automatic variable load control feature, which auto- matically adjusts the consumption of water and electricity to the a quantity of clothes to be washed. Programme tables There follows a number of detailed PRO- GRAMME TABLES, Please consult them, as they will provide you with information about the different wash programmes which your washing machine offers An abbreviated version ofthe table can be found on the front or top panel of the deter- gent dispenser, or on à card included in the documentation bag.

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(*) Energy label data based on this programme, in accordance with EN60456

ENGLISH Cleaning your washing machine before It is advisable to clean the inside of your washing machine before using it for the first time, in order to get rid of any lubri- cants or water left over from testing. To do this you should: — Put a measure of detergent into the CTJ COMPARTMENT of the DETER- GENT DISPENSER. — Select WASH PROGRAMME «2» (90° without prewash) with the programme selector control knob — Start the washing machine. — Wait until the PROGRAMME finishes Cleaning and special care Fig. 6) Clean the accessible filter whenever the drainage pump is blocked by foreign bodies a) Loosen the base by gently pulling on the sides and turning downwards Then undo the fasteners. If there is no side access, introduce a small screwdriver in the three slots on the upper part of the base, in order to lever it and loosen the hooks. b) Use a plate or other container under the filter to collect the water that will be released when it is loosened c) Turn the filter a quarter or halfway sideways towards the left. Water will start to come out. d) When you are finished taking the water out ofthe washing machine, turn the fil- ter around several times until you can take it out fully. €) Remove any objects or fluff that may be in the filter. f) Replace the filter and the base in their places.

Important: In order to avoid burns, this operation should not be carried out when the wash water temperature is over 30°C. Starting your machine When starting your washing machine, care- fully follow all the steps explained below:

1- Check that the washing machine is

plugged in and that the power is tur- ned on 2.- Turn on the tap or open the stopcock. 3.- Put the clothes into the DRUM. 4.- Close the LOADING DOOR properiy.

5. Put the required amount of detergent

into the DETERGENT DISPENSER.

6- Select the PROGRAMME you require

with the PROGRAMME SELECTOR control knob, T.- Select the wash temperature with the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR control knob, 8.- Select the required spin speed with the SPIN SPEED SELECTOR DIAL. 9.— Select any special functions you requi- re by pressing the corresponding but- tons. 10.-Press the STOP/START button. The «ON light will come on. The wash pro- gramme selected will now begin. End of programme When the programme selector control knob reaches the STOP POSITION, this means that the programme has finished. DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR OF YOUR WAS-

HINC MACHINE UNTIL THE DOOR

SAFETY DEVICE IS DEACTIVATED. Press the STOP/STAR button.

ENGLISH Practical advice for a better wash There follows some advice, which you should bear in mind when using your washing machine, Advice concerning the different types of clothes you can wash and the different types of détergent you can use. Please read these pages carefully as they will help you to get the best results from your machine and to maintain it properly. Sorting the clothes Sort the different articles of clothing accor- ding to: — COLOUR. — DIRTINESS. — SENSITMTY. Colour — Before putting the clothes into the machine, sort the clothes according to the type of fabric and depth of colour. — Wash whites separately from coloureds — If your coloureds are new it is best to wash them separately the first few times. Dirtineas — Sort the clothes according to dirtiness Give special treatment to those which are very dirty or have got difficult stains. — Treat very dirty areas, like collars and cuffs, beforehand. — Wash clothes that are only slightiy dirty in short programmes. In this way, you wil save energy as well as getting excellent results — Wash averagely dirty clothes in a nor- mal wash programme. — Wash very dirty clothes in a long pro- gramme with a prewash. Sensitivity — Certain clothes, either because of their fabric or the way they are made, may be sensitive to action of your machine. When washing them it is best to use DELICATE PROGRAMMES. — You can wash woollen garments in the SPECIAL WOOL PROGRAMME. Make sure, first of all, that your woolen gar- ments are machine washable. Care label symbols These symbols are normally found on the care labels in the necks or side seams of your clothes. They indicate — Maximum WASH temperature — Type of wash they can withstand — Products with which they can or cannot be washed. — Treatments for their care. — Correct ironing temperature and met- hod. Care label symbols For washing at 30° C. eg For washing at 40° C For washing at 60° C. Coloureds: For washing at 90° C. Resistant fabrics: Do not wash at home. A Frbeaching A Frbleachns A Do not bleach © Fay cleaning @ Do not dry clean D rrayns EH Dray

ENGLISH For dry cleaning and special treatments For dry cleaning. Use only mineral sol- vents: benzine, white spirit, êtc. For dry cleaning. Perchlorethlylene may be used in addition to the previous solvents. For dry cleaning. All normal solvents can be used. Cool iron. Warm iron. Hor iron. Do not iron at home: Wool. & Mb o© © © D Treating stains On many occasions, due to the type and characteristics of some stains, you may not be able to get the results you would like from the wash. There follows a guide to the special treatments you can apply to these stains before putting the clothes into your washing machine ‘Water soluble stains Treat these stains, even if they are stub- born, with concentrated detergent or was- hing soap. Stains not soluble in water Treat these stains with a special stain remo- val product. Difficult stains Felt-tip pen and biro: rub these stains with a cloth soaked in alcohol. Candle wax: cover these stains with a piece of blotting-paper and iron at the correct temperature for the material. If necessary, repeat the operation. Resin, grease and skin-care cream: treat these stains with a petrol-based stain remo- ver and then wash. Tar: rub these stains with butter and set to one side for a while, then wash. Blood, milk and egg; soakin cold water and then wash with biological detergent at a

temperature of 50° to 60°, provided the fabric can take it Fruit, coffee and wine: these stains normally disappear after a number of washes. If you come up against a stain which is not washable or particularly stubborn, ask for specialist advice. In any case, NEVER USE

CHEMICAL PRODUCTS IN THIS WASHING

MACHINE Practical advice on the wash load — Whenever possible, it is best to wrash with a full load, as this will reduce water and electricity consumption conside- rably. — If you have to wash very dirty clothes o very absorbent items (towels, bathro- om linen, etc.), it is advisable to reduce the maximum load given. — Whenever possible, we recommend that you wash items of different sizes in the same wash programmes, as this helps the wash action and benefits the distribution of clothes in the drum during spin drying. lt also means that the machine operates more quietly. General hints on washing — When you wash garments which requi- re different wash temperatures, always select the lowest temperature. — Generally spesking, whiteners should only be used to wash resistant white fabrics such as coton, linen, etc. — Wash garments made of synthetic, mixed and delicate fibres in délicate programmes to avoid creasing which will be difficult to iron out — It is best to finish délicate programmes with a short spin. This will increase the efficiency ofthe rinses and mean that the clothes are well wrung out

ENGLISH General tips Maintenance Before cleaning or carrying out any main- tenance operation on your washing machi- ne, always unplug it from the mains supply. Cleaning Afer each wash, leave the loading door open for a while so that air can circulate inside your machine. From time to time it is a good idea to rum a complete wash cycle, using a descaling product, This will help prolong the life of your machine. Cleaning the autside of your washing machine Use warm soapy water or a gentle nonabra- sive cleaning agent which is not a soivent to clean the outside of your washing machine Then dry it well with a soft cloth. Cleaning the detergent dispenser Clean the detergent dispenser whenever you see a build up of washing powder deposits. To do this: — Take the DETERGENT DISPENSER right out, pulling outwards the handle. — Clean the DISPENSER COMPART- MENTS with warm wrater and a brush. — Clean the SUCTION SYPHONS as well. Once you have done this, put the dispenser back in your washing machine. Troubleshooting guide If you have problem with your washing machine, you will probably be able to solve it by consulting the following guide. Ifthe guide does not offer a solution to the problem, unplug your washing machine and call your nearest AUTHORISED SERVI- CE CENTRE. Your washing machine con- tains no fuses or similar components which you can change. NEVER tamper with your washing machine Your washing machine does not start Possible causes — There is no electricity supply. — Your wrashing machine is not plugged in. — A mains fuse has blown. — Your washing machine door is not pro- perly shut. — The STOP/START button has not been pressed Your washing machine is not taking in water Possible causes — The mains water supply has been cut of. — The water inlet tap is tumed off. — The hose filter is blocked. — The pipe is blocked or bent Your washing machine does not empty or spin Possible causes — The water outlet pipe is blocked or bent Your washing machine vibrates or makes a lot of noise. Possible causes — The INTERNAL FIXING SCREWS have not been removed. (Consult the installa- tion manual) — The washing machine has not been properiy levelled. Important All models have a spin safety system which stops the spin function from working if the clothes are not properly distributed in such a way that they could cause excessive vibrations. If your clothes should come out very wet, spin dry them again ensuring that they are evenly distributed in the drum.