ES-GFD8145W5 - Washing machine SHARP - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Washing Machine
Brand	Sharp
Model	ES-GFD8145W5
Capacity	8 kg
Maximum Spin Speed	1400 rpm
Display Type	Digital with adjustable brightness and contrast
Number of Programs	20+ (Cotton, Synthetic, Wool, Silk, Duvet, Sports Wear, etc.)
Stain Selection	22 types (blood, grass, coffee, wine, etc.)
Eco Time Zone	Adjustable period for low-energy operation (requires smart meter)
Language Options	Multiple languages (English, German, etc.)
Time Setting	Yes, with hour and minute adjustment
Dirtiness Level Selection	Little dirty, dirty, very dirty (depending on program)
Pre-wash Function	Available for dirty and very dirty levels
Drum Cleaning Program	Yes (Drum clean)
Allergy Safe Program	Yes
Rapid 12' Program	Yes
Night Wash Program	Yes
Warning Sound	Adjustable (on/off)
Factory Reset	Yes

Frequently Asked Questions - ES-GFD8145W5 SHARP

How do I set the current time on my Sharp washing machine?

After switching on, the machine will prompt you to set the time. Use the √ button to enter the time adjustment menu. Use the + and - buttons to set hours and minutes, then confirm with the √ button. If you skip this, you can later access the menu via the folder icon on the main screen.

How can I change the language displayed on the screen?

From the main screen, tap the folder icon to enter machine settings. Use the < and > buttons to navigate to the language selection menu. Choose your preferred language and confirm with the √ button. The machine will ask for confirmation before applying the change.

What is the Eco Time Zone feature and how do I use it?

Eco Time Zone allows you to set a period (e.g., 22:00 to 06:00) during which the machine will run at lower energy consumption, provided your home has a smart meter. To set it, go to the machine settings menu, find the Eco Time option, and adjust the start and end times using the < and > buttons. Confirm with √.

How do I select a stain removal program?

Before starting a wash, tap the stain selection icon (clipboard symbol) on the screen. Use the < and > buttons to scroll through 22 stain types (e.g., blood, grass, coffee). Highlight your stain and press √ to confirm. The machine will automatically adjust temperature, drum movement, and rinses for that stain.

Can I adjust the screen brightness and contrast?

Yes. In the machine settings menu, navigate to the brightness and contrast options. Use the < and > buttons to increase or decrease brightness, then similarly for contrast. Confirm your settings with the appropriate button.

How do I reset the machine to factory settings?

In the machine settings menu, scroll to the Factory Settings option. Tap the √ button. The screen will ask for confirmation; press √ again to reset. Note that this will erase all personalized settings including time and language.

What washing programs are available on this machine?

The machine offers over 20 programs including: Cotton, Cotton Eco, Synthetic, Wool, Silk, Duvet, Sports Wear, Blouses/Shirts, Night Wash, Daily 60°60', Rapid 12', Allergy Safe, and more. It also includes sub-programs like Curtain, Rinse, Spin, Drain, and Drum Clean.

How do I adjust the dirtiness level for my laundry?

During program selection, look for the dirtiness level indicator (usually shown as 1, 2, or 3 dots). Press the dirtiness level button to cycle through: 1 (little dirt, no pre-wash), 2 (dirty, may add pre-wash), 3 (very dirty, adds pre-wash). Not all programs allow adjustment.

How can I cancel a stain selection after I've set it?

After selecting a stain, the stain icon appears on the screen. To cancel, simply tap the stain icon again. The machine will briefly display a confirmation message 'Stain selection cancelled'. You can then select a new stain or proceed without.

What should I do if the time is reset after a power outage?

If the machine is unplugged for more than 15 days, the time settings will be lost. When you next switch on, the machine will automatically prompt you to set the current time again. Follow the standard time setting procedure.

USER MANUAL ES-GFD8145W5 SHARP

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CHAPTER-1: MACHINE SETTINGS (DAY TIME)

To make the first settings of your machine:

• Plug your machine in.
• Open the water faucet.
• Press the on / off button.

• After the logo introduction, your machine will automatically be directed to the time selection setting menu for time selection.

- Your machine will ask your approval for setting the current time. Go to the setting menu by touching the button of √ symbol. ✗ symbol button allows you to exit without setting.

Note: You must set the current time correctly. If not, it will affect the Operation of other functions related to time.

Note: Recorded time information will be reset if you keep your machine unplugged for longer than 15 days. In that case your machine will ask you again for time setting when you turn it back on.

CHAPTER-1: MACHINE SETTINGS (DAY TIME)

- Please make the current hour and minute settings by touching the buttons of symbols

• After setting the current time, approve by touching the button of symbol 1.

- Your machine will automatically go to the main screen of the program you have selected. Go to the machine settings menu by touching the button of 📁 symbol on this screen.

CHAPTER-2: MACHINE SETTINGS (SELECT LANGUAGE)

- You can select the language you wish by using the direction buttons <>

CHAPTER-2: MACHINE SETTINGS (SELECT LANGUAGE)

• Touch 1 button to save the language you selected.
  • A question will be asked on the screen for whether you approve the selection.

CHAPTER-2: MACHINE SETTINGS (SELECT LANGUAGE)

- Touch √ button to approve the language change.

• If you think you have selected the wrong language, touch the button and make the language selection again.

- When you approve the language change, the language you have selected will be active.

- Go to the time setting menu of your machine by pressing the button of symbol twice.

CHAPTER-3: MACHINE SETTINGS (SET ECONOMIC TIME ZONE)

- The electrical energy consumption can change during the day according to the single electricity provider. You can possibly see these intervals from your electricity provider and set your eco time running hours, and have your machine run these hours you determined.

Note: Your mains electricity must be connected to a counter with a smart-counter feature to be able to provide this energy saving.

• Touch the Symbol button to make this adjustment.
• If you want to do it later, touch the X symbol button.

CHAPTER-3: MACHINE SETTINGS (SET ECONOMIC TIME ZONE)

- You can adjust the Eco Time interval by touching the buttons of symbols <> See page 61 to activate the Eco Time interval additional function.

- Approve your selection by touching the symbol button.

- You can adjust the volume of your machine by touching the buttons of <> symbols.

symbol denotes that the warning sound of your machine is on.

☐ × symbol denotes that the warning sound of your machine is off.

- Adjust the screen brightness of your machine by touching the buttons of symbol.

CHAPTER-5: MACHINE SETTINGS (SCREEN BRIGHTNESS ADJUSTMENT / SCREEN CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT

- You can adjust the screen brightness of your machine by touching the buttons of symbols.

- Adjust the screen contract of your machine by touching the buttons of symbol.

- You can adjust the screen contrast of your machine by touching the buttons of symbols.

- You can go to revert to factory settings screen by touching the button of symbol.

If you want to revert your machine to the factory settings:

- Touch the button of symbol.

- A question will be asked on the screen for whether you approve the selection.

- A question will be asked on the screen for whether you approve the selection.

- If you want to cancel the selection, touch the button of symbol.

- You can return to the main screen by touching the button.

CHAPTER-7: PRELIMINARY PREPARATION FOR LAUNDERING STAIN SELECTION

Your machine has additional functions for removing 22 different types of stains.

You can make use of these auxiliary functions according to the stain types on your laundry.

Warning: For the stain selection auxiliary function to perform properly, you should not let the stains on your laundry to dry and stick. Remove solid materials beforehand.

Warning: Before you start washing the new stains on your laundry, press on the stain once with a cloth. Do not rub!

Your washing machine automatically adjusts the washing temperature, vessel rotation movement and rinse number and duration according to the stain type selected.

For example, the stain removing methods of your machine are as such ;

Blood stain: The blood stain auxiliary function combined with the selected washing program will dissolve the laundry with blood stains in cold water prior to the main program and work to clean the stained surfaces, and then your selected washing program will start.

Egg stain: Egg stains will be softened in warm water for a certain time to clear the stain, and then the combined washing program will continue to complete the washing cycle.

The stain type selection features in your machine are listed below.

For other stain selections, similar stain removal solutions are available.

For the stain selection to be active, touch the stain selection 📋 symbol button on the screen of your machine. (Picture1)

Determine the stain selection by touching the arrow <> symbol buttons. (Picture2)

To approve the selection, activate the stain removal auxiliary washing program you selected by touching the √ symbol button on the screen. (Picture2)

Picture 1 Picture 2

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CHAPTER-7: PRELIMINARY PREPARATION FOR LAUNDERING STAIN SELECTION

Picture 3

Picture 4

On the screen you will see the symbol for the stain selection you selected. (Picture3)

If you want to cancel the stain selection, you can touch the stain selection symbol button. The warning message that the selection is cancelled will be displayed on the screen for a short duration. "Stain selection"

If you want to re-select the stain removal function re-apply the operations seen in picture 1 and picture 2.

Note: If the desired result is not achieved with the selected stain selection at the end of the wash, you might have selected the wrong stain; please re-apply the washing operation with the correct stain selection to remove the stain. Stain selection symbol explanations.

Stain selection symbol explanation table

PROGRAMS STAIN	SELECTION
Cotton S
Cotton eco S
*Cotton 60 e S
*Cotton 40 e S
Eco 20° SY
Synthetic S
*Curtain S
Wool SY
*Silk SY
Duvet S
Exstra SY
*Rinse SY
*Spin SY
*Drain SY
*Drum clean SY
Allergy safe	S
Rapid 12'	SY
Daily 60° 60'	S
Sports Wear S
Blouses/Shirts	S
Night Wash	S
S: Selectable SY: No selection * : Sub-programs

CHAPTER-7: PRELIMINARY PREPARATION FOR LAUNDERING STAIN LEVEL SELECTION

You can change your wash settings according to how dirty your laundry and have your laundry is washed in less or more time, lower or higher temperature. The dirtiness levels are automatically set in certain programs. You can make changes as you like.

Note: If no change occurs when you touch the stain level button, this

means there is no stain level selection in the program you have selected.

1 Little dirt (no pre-washing)
2 Dirty (apply pre-washing if necessary.)
3 Very dirty (apply pre-washing if necessary.)

PROGRAMS DIRTINESS FACTORY PRESET			SELECTABLE LEVELS
Cotton S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
Cotton eco S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
*Cotton 60 e S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
*Cotton 40 e S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
Eco 20° SY Little dirt NS NS
Synthetic S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
*Curtain S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
Wool S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
*Silk	S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
Duvet	S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
Exstra	SY NS	NS NS
*Rinse SY NS	NS NS
*Spin	SY NS	NS NS
*Drain	SY NS	NS NS
*Drum clean	SY NS	NS NS
Allergy safe	S Dirty NS NS
Rapid 12'	SY Little dirt NS NS
Daily 60°60'	S Dirty Little dirt NS
Sports Wear S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
Blouses/Shirts	S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
Night Wash	S Dirty Very dirty Little dirt
S: Selectable SY: No selection * : Sub-programs

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