EWT8541 - Washing machine ELECTROLUX - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Freestanding Washing Machine
Brand	Electrolux
Model	EWT8541
Capacity	8 kg
Spin Speed	1400 rpm
Dimensions (H x W x D)	85 x 60 x 60 cm
Weight	72 kg
Power Supply	220-240 V, 50 Hz, 10 A
Energy Efficiency Class	A++
Wash Programs	Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool, Quick 30, Eco, Hand Wash, Rinse & Spin, Spin Only
Additional Functions	Time Manager, Stain Guide, Extra Rinse, Prewash, Delay Start
Display	LED with remaining time and program status
Noise Level (Wash/Spin)	53 dB / 76 dB
Water Consumption per Cycle	49 L (average)
Annual Energy Consumption	195 kWh
Child Lock	Yes
Self-Cleaning System	Drum Clean program
Filter	Cleanable lint filter
Spare Parts Availability	Drum, motor, pump, door seal, circuit board, belt
Repairability Index	8.2 / 10

Frequently Asked Questions - EWT8541 ELECTROLUX

How do I install the Electrolux EWT8541 washing machine?

Remove all transport bolts and packaging. Level the machine by adjusting the feet. Connect the inlet hose to a cold water tap and place the drain hose in a standpipe or sink. Plug in the machine and run a first wash without laundry.

What should I do if the machine doesn't start?

Check that the door is properly closed, the water tap is open, and the machine is plugged in. Ensure the child lock is not activated. If the problem persists, consult the error code on the display.

How often should I clean the lint filter?

Clean the lint filter after every wash to maintain performance. It is located at the bottom front panel. Turn the filter counterclockwise, remove lint, and replace.

What does error code E10 mean?

Error code E10 indicates a water filling problem. Check that the water tap is fully open and the inlet hose is not kinked. Also clean the inlet filter mesh.

How do I use the Time Manager function?

The Time Manager allows you to adjust the wash cycle duration. After selecting a program, press the Time Manager button to reduce or increase the time. The display shows the estimated end time.

What is the maximum spin speed?

The maximum spin speed is 1400 rpm. You can adjust it for each program, except for delicate fabrics where lower speeds are recommended.

How do I clean the detergent drawer?

Press the lever inside the drawer to remove it. Rinse under warm running water and clean the compartment with a brush. Wipe dry and reinsert.

Can I use bleach in this machine?

Yes, but only in the designated compartment marked with a bleach symbol. Do not exceed the recommended amount to avoid damage.

What should I do if the machine vibrates excessively?

Ensure the machine is level and all four feet are firmly on the floor. Check that transport bolts are removed and the load is balanced. Avoid washing single heavy items.

Where can I find spare parts for the EWT8541?

Spare parts such as drum, door seal, and pump are available from Electrolux authorized dealers or online service centers. Use the model number EWT8541 for reference.

USER MANUAL EWT8541 ELECTROLUX

CONTENTS

1. SAFETY INFORMATION ...... 3
2. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 5
3. CONTROL PANEL 8
4. WASHING INSTRUCTIONS 13
5. DAILY USE 15
6. CARING FOR YOUR WASHING MACHINE 19
7. HELPFUL HINTS IN DEALING WITH WASHING PROBLEMS 22
8. A GUIDE TO STAIN REMOVAL 24
9. TROUBLE SHOOTING 25
10. ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS 28

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

We recommend the use of original spare parts.

When contacting Service, ensure that you have the following data available.

The information can be found on the rating plate. Model, PNC, Serial Number.

Warning / Caution-Safety information.

General information and tips.

Environmental information.

Subject to change without notice.

RoHS

Compliant

Being ensured permissible content limitation of some toxic chemicals (RoHS compliant)

1. SAFETY INFORMATION

i CONDITIONS OF USE

This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

- Farm houses - By clients in serviced apartments, holiday apartments and residential type environments.

In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings.

To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.

Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety.

1.1 GENERAL SAFETY

- It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.

- Make sure that small pets do not climb into the washbowl. To avoid this, please check into the wash-bowl before using the appliance.

- Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine.

- Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you overfill. Refer to the manufacturer's recommendations of quantities.

- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

- Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the agitator.

- Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whale bones, material without hems or torn material.

• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance.

- Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

- If the supply cord is damaged, should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this shall be carried out by our Service Centre.

1.2 INSTALLATION

- When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre.

- The appliance should not be installed in a humid place.

- After installing the appliance, check that it is not standing on the inlet and drain hose.

- If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, adjust the feet to allow air to circulate freely.

- Always ensure that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after installation.

- Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber.

- Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician.

- Connect the machine to an earthed socket outlet.

- If this appliance is supplied from a cord extension set or electrical portable outlet device, the cord extension set or electrical portable device must be positioned so that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of moisture.

- Water pressures between minimum 50kPa and maximum 800kPa are acceptable.

1.3 USE

- This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed.

- Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label.

- Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user manual.

- Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass before washing.

- Garments that have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing it in the machine.

- Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.

- Never use the washing machine if the power supply cable, the control panel, the working surface, or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washing machine is accessible.

• Components in the washing machine are designed to be used with water not hotter than 60 °C.

1.4 CHILD SAFETY

• This washing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision.
• Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• The packaging components (e.g., plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children's reach.
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children's reach. • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the washbowl.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 2.

2.1 WASHING MACHINE PARTS

PARTS LIST

1 Control Panel 2 Lid 3 Cabinet 4 Front Feet

- Right: Levelling Adjustable

- Left: Fixed

5 Mains Cable

6 Water Inlet Hose

Old inlet hose should be discharged if any and use the inlet hose provided with machine.

7 Outlet Hose/Drain Hose (See installation instructions sheet to fit & position drain hose) 8 Back Feet (Fixed)

9 Detergent Dispenser Drawer 10 Bleach Dispenser 11 Wash Bowl 12 Fabric Softener Dispenser 13 Agitator 14 Lint Filter 15 Frame Filter

2.2 PRODUCT FEATURES

Auto Clear Unbalance

The washing machine can stop during the spin stage of a wash or spin because of an out of balance condition.

Out of balance during spin is caused by an uneven distribution of clothes in the wash bowl. If the washing machine detects this problem, it will try to clear itself by following the steps below:

1. Stop spinning then starts filling to the selected water level.
2. Agitates for redistribute the clothes.

Drains the water.

Starts the spin cycle again.

NOTE

If the machine detects the problem again, it will repeat self-clearing steps one more time. If the problem reoccurs a third time, "EFO" will be displayed along with 3 short beeps repeated 3 times every 15 seconds to get your attention.

To rectify the out-of-balance condition, open the lid and wait until the machine stops spinning, then redistribute the clothes evenly in the space between the agitator and the wall of the wash bowl.

Close the lid and press the "Start/Pause" button to continue the spin stage.

NOTE

If you have frequent out-of-balance interruptions, it may be due to your washing machine not standing firm and level on the floor.

This can be corrected by adjusting the washing machine legs as described in the Installation Instructions sheet supplied with your machine.

• If the "Eco" rinse option is selected, this function will not operate.
• This function will not operate in "Tub Cleaning" and "Drain + Spin" programs.
• If the "Extra" rinse option is selected, self-clearing steps will be repeated up to 6 times.

Power Failure Recovery

When there is a power failure while the machine is washing, rinsing, or spinning, the machine tries to save the settings at which stage the machine is doing, and then when the power returns, the machine will start washing from the stage where it left off.

Button Response and Lights

Always press buttons gently. Watch the lights on the control panel to see the effect pressing a button or turning a program selector knob has, and listen for "BEEPS".

When you press a button you will get a short "BEEP" to acknowledge the entry. If the option is not available at the time, the machine will not allow you to select it, and you will hear three short "BEEPS" to remind you the option is not available and the display will show "Err" and flashing.

After the machine has started, the entire wash option button will be disabled and the display will show "Err" and flashing with three short beeps to indicate the button is disabled (except Start/Pause button).

All functions of the washing machine will stop when the lid is open.

Enabling/Disabling End-of-Wash Beeping Mode

This mode permits you to either enable or disable the beeping (3 beeps every 20 seconds) at the end of the wash. As an example, you might wish to disable this beeping when you start a wash when going to bed, so that when the wash finished, it will not disturb you through the night.

To change the "beeping" selection, proceed as follows:

• If you want to DISABLE the "beeping" sound, when the washing machine is in Stand-By-Mode (after 7 seconds passed from machine switching on), press "Soak Time" and "Water Level" buttons at the same time until you hear 2 short "BEEP" sounds.

- To return to default configuration press these 2 buttons at the same time until you hear "BEEP" sound.

i NOTE:

• All error beeping is not disabled by this feature, such as a critical fault, or lid open during fill/agitate/spin, or out of balance during spinning.
• Responding sound while pressing the button is not disabled by this feature.

CONTROL PANEL 3.

3.1 PROGRAM SELECTOR KNOB

Turn the Program Selector knob to choose the wash program you want. The table "Your Program Guide" shown on page 12 will help you in selecting the right program.

The Program Selector knob is not a timer. Once you select a wash program, the Program Selector knob will stay at that position for the whole wash cycle.

NOTE:

When you choose the Wool and Bedding program, the Deep Rinse option is automatically selected for you. You will NOT be able to select and use Eco Rinse with these two programs.

3.2 WATER LEVEL BUTTON

Choose the water level by pressing the Water Level button. Use only the amount of water you need for the wash load.

Water Level	Water level description	Clothes Load (kg)
Full	The machine will fill the Full amount of water for your FULL load.	6 to 8.5
High	The machine will fill the High amount of water for your NEARLY FULL load.	4 to 6
Medium	The machine will fill the medium amount of water for your HALF load.	2 to 4
Low	The machine will fill the Low amount of water for your SMALL load.	0 to 2

* Maximum mass of dry cloth is 8.5 kg

Flood diagnostic is explained on page 27. You should refer to this if you have water pouring onto the floor. The display will show "E30" and you will hear rapid short beeps continuously to remind you about this problem.

3.3 SOAK TIME BUTTON

This option allows you to soak heavily soiled clothes at the beginning of the wash. To do this, press the Soak Time button to select the soak time.

The lid must be closed to allow Soak functions to operate, including the "Heavy Duty" wash program with 6 mins soak. The machine will agitate for short periods. At other times, the clothes are soaking and the machine will be doing nothing.

3.4 RINSE OPTION BUTTON

Pressing the Rinse Option button to choose the rinse type for your wash load. For most washes, the machine automatically selects "Deep" rinse for you.

There are four rinses to choose from: Extra, Deep, Eco, and Hold.

• Extra rinse: the machine fills twice, giving you two deep rinses.
• Deep rinse: the machine fills once, giving you one deep rinse.
• Eco rinse is a spray rinse that provides maximum water savings.
• Hold: by selecting this option, the water from the last rinse is not drained, and the drum rotates regularly to prevent creases in the laundry.

After the cycle has finished, you must drain the water from the washing tub by pressing the "Start/Pause" button to continue the cycle.

If the "Eco" rinse option is selected, this function will not operate.

How does Eco Rinse work?

When Eco rinse is used, rinse water is sprayed into the washbowl in pulses. After each pulse, the washbowl spins to remove detergent-laden water from the clothes.

The machine will go through a series of up to six pulses of spray and short spin cycles in this manner, depending on the program selected, followed by a final long spin that removes the water from the clothes to complete the full wash program.

Note:

• Compare this with Deep rinse, where much more water is used.
• Deep rinse: water enters the machine, filling up to the selected wash water level. The washer agitates and finally empties the rinse water through the drain hose.
• Extra rinse: this is a special option for those who suffer from allergies. This extra rinse provides two deep rinses to ensure all detergent residue has been removed.
• Eco Rinse cannot be selected with the Woollens and Bedding programs.
• Extra and Eco rinse are not designed to be used with fabric softener.
• Select Deep rinse if you are going to use fabric softener.

Deep rinse ensures the fabric softener is correctly dispensed and thoroughly removed from your clothes during rinsing.

3.5 DISPLAY

The display shows the following information:

Machine In Pause Mode

You can tell when your washing machine is in pause mode. The time remaining is shown then “SP”.

Estimated time of the selected program

After selecting a program, the estimate time is displayed in hours and minutes (for example 0.57).

The estimate time is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric.

After the program has started, the time remaining is updated every minute.

End Of Program

When the program is completed the 3 zeros will flash.

Alarm Codes

In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example €20 (see "Troubleshooting" and "Troubleshooting fault displays" on page 25, 26, 27).

Incorrect Option Selection

If an option which is not compatible with the set wash program is selected, the display will show "Err" and flashing with 3 consecutive short beeps

3.6 START/PAUSE BUTTON

To start the selected program, press the "Start/Pause" button.

If you have started your wash and you wish to stop it for some reason, press the "Start/Pause" button to enter PAUSE mode.

To restart the program from the point at which it was interrupted, press the "Start/Pause" button again.

If the lid is opened during operation, the machine will go into PAUSE mode. After closing the lid, press the Start/Pause button on the control panel to restart the program.

3.7 DELAY END OPTION BUTTON

Before you start the program, this option makes it possible to define the end of the washing program by 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, or 12 hours, by pressing the Delay End button to choose the end time as you wish.

This option must be selected after choosing the wash program, and before pressing the "Start/Pause" button.

If after having set the Delay-End option (and pressed the "Start/Pause" button) you wish to cancel or modify it, follow the steps below:

• Set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the "Start/Pause" button;
• Deselect the Delay-End option, changing the status;
• Press the "Start/Pause" button to start the program.

YOUR PROGRAM GUIDE

Program Description

Options

Water Level

Soak Time Rinse Option

Delay End

Full

High

Medium

Low

45

30

15

No Soak

Extra

Deep

Eco

Hold

Off

To reset a program and to switch off the machine.

x

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x

Regular Wash

For an average domestic load of mixed fabrics.

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Color

For colours item of mixed fabrics.

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Delicates

For lingerie, lace, trimmed and embroidered items.

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Fast Wash *

For a very small load of mixed fabrics.

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Rinse+Spin

For items that you want to rinse and spin eg. clothes items you have hand washed in a wash tub.

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x

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Drain+Spin**

For very wet clothes to remove the water.

x

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x

x

Tub Clean

For cleaning the wash bowl.

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Wool

For woollen fabrics labelled “Machine Washable”.

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Hand Wash

Machine washable woollen, hand washable woollen and delicate fabrics with hand washing care symbol.

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Heavy Duty ***

For a heavily soiled cotton wash load.

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Bedding

For bedding fabrics labelled “Machine Washable”.

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Remarks

* "Fast Wash" program with a full load is the reference program for the data entered in the energy labelling. ** "Drain+Spin" has a built-in drain out period of approx. 2 minutes prior to spin. *** "Heavy Duty" has a built-in Soak period of 6 minutes.

WASHING INSTRUCTIONS 4.

These washing instructions are of a general nature, and you should get good wash results by following them.

However, due to the variables of fabric types, soil levels, detergent types, and available program settings, you may find some combinations of these that do not always result in the perfect wash.

If, for example, you see residuals of detergent or soils on some items, please read the section "Residues on washed items" paragraph.

Over time, you will learn what is the best set-up of programs, detergent, and load sorting for different load types and soils.

4.1 SORT YOUR WASHING INTO SEPARATE WASH LOADS

• Each load of washing should contain clothing that needs the same washing conditions. For example, you should not wash delicate clothes with very dirty work clothes. - Colour fast and non-colourfast fabrics should be separated. Knowing the type of fabrics you have and how dirty they are will help when you make selections from the wash program options. • Some fabrics are lint collectors and can pick up lint, dirt, and colour from other fabrics that are lint producers. Some examples are listed below:

Lint collectors	Lint producers
- Corduroy- Synthetics- Permanent press fabrics	- Towels- Nappies- Chenille/Candlewick

i NOTE:

Make sure that you wash lint collectors separately from lint producers.

• Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their "whiteness" in the wash.
• New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately the first time.

• ⚠ IMPORTANT!

Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins).

- Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks, and poppers.

• Tie any belts or long tapes.
• Remove persistent stains before washing.
• Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. • Treat curtains with special care.

- Wash bras, pantyhose and other delicates in a mesh laundry bag, which you can purchase from your supermarket.

- Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.

4.2 PRE-TREATMENT SPRAYS AND STAIN REMOVERS

WARNING!

Pre-treatment sprays and stain remover can damage plastic components on your washing machine.

If you use pre-treatment sprays or stain removers, apply them to the clothing well away from your washing machine.

4.3 DETERGENT

Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment.

Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature.

The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling.

- Don't use the wrong type of detergent. You must use a low sudsing detergent designed for front load washing machines or high efficiency top loaders, such as Cold Power for Front Loaders and High Efficiency Top Loaders or detergents labelled "Matic".

- Don't use soap-based products in your washing machine.

- Don't use too much detergent. This can result in excessive suds that can cause low spin speeds, poor rinsing and overloading the motor during spin stages of the wash program.

- Don't use too little detergent because you will get a poor wash. If you think you need more, increase dosages by only small amounts to avoid excessive suds.

Quantity of detergent to be used

The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used.

Water hardness is classified in so-called "degrees" of hardness.

Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority.

Follow the product manufacturers' instructions on quantities to use.

- Not enough washing powder causes: the washload to turn grey, greasy clothes.

- Too much washing powder causes: sudsing, reduced washing effect, inadequate rinsing.

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

DAILY USE5.

5.1 STARTING YOUR WASHING MACHINE

1. Connect the mains plug to the mains socket.
2. Turn the water tap on.

5.2 LOAD THE WASHING MACHINE

When loading the clothes into your washing machine, there are four things to remember:

1. Clothes must be loaded evenly around the agitator. For best results load small items first, followed by large items.
2. Clothes must not be wrapped around the agitator.
3. The washing machine must not be overloaded. Clothes must be able to move during wash.
4. The load should contain only three or four large items, for example sheets. The rest of the load should be small items. A mixed load of large and small items will wash cleaner than a load of all large items.

5.3 ADD THE DETERGENT

Powder Detergent

1. Pull the dispenser drawer forward out from its position.

1. Measure the correct amount of powder detergent by following the recommendations on the package.
2. Pour it into the detergent dispenser drawer.
3. Put the dispenser back into its recess.

Liquid Detergent

- Pouring onto the clothes.

1. Measure the correct amount of liquid detergent by following the recommendations on the package.
2. Mix detergent in one litre of water.
3. Add the pre-mixed detergent to the wash load.

- Pouring to inside of the Agitator.

1. Remove the softener dispenser cup and filter column from the centre of the agitator.

1. Measure the correct amount of liquid detergent by following the recommendations on the package.
2. Pour the liquid detergent into the agitator.

1. Place the softener dispenser cup and filter column back into the centre of the agitator.

5.4 ADD FABRIC SOFTENER

1. Measure the correct amount of fabric softener by following the recommendations on the package.
2. Mix the softener with an equal amount of warm water, but only mix enough to fill to the line marked inside the cup. The softener cup holds 75 ml.
3. Pour the mixed softener into the cup in the top of the agitator. Do not overfill the cup.

Do not spill fabric softener on the clothes as it may stain them.

1. If you are going to use fabric softener, you must select the DEEP RINSE option, i.e. deselect the ECO RINSE option.

NOTE: You do not have to use fabric softener, your washing machine will wash the clothes perfectly well without it.

5.5 ADDING BLEACH

Bleaching of clothes can help to remove stains, heavy soiling and to kill bacteria.

Oxygen Type

This is generally a powder type bleach. Mix the required quantity with water and pour down the bleach hole in the top panel during the fill when there is some water in the washbowl.

Chlorine Type

This type of bleach should not be mixed with detergent. Mix the bleach with water as per the instructions on the container.

How to soak with bleach, proceed as follows:

1. Turn Program Selector to a Regular Wash position.
2. Press the Start/Pause button to commence water fill.
3. Pour the bleach solution down the hole in the top panel during fill when there is some water in the wash bowl.

1. Allow the machine to agitate for a few minutes, then let it stand for the required time by pressing Start/Pause button to pause the machine.
2. When soaking bleach reached to the required time, turn Program Selector to Drain+Spin position and press the Start/Pause button to empty the wash bowl.

5.6 SETTING A PROGRAM

1. Turn the program selector to the required program.
2. Your washing machine is now in STAND-BY-MODE and ready to wash your clothes.
3. The relevant light will light up.
4. The buzzer will sound.
5. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise.
6. Once you selected a program, the program selected will stay at that position for the whole of the cycle.
7. The display shows the program duration.

If the settings shown on the control panel are what you want to use, press the Start/Pause button to start your wash.

1. If you want your laundry to be washed with functions different from the one proposed by the machine, press Water Level, Soak Time and Rinse Option buttons.

NOTE:

Different functions can be combined which is dependent on the program selected. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on.

1. If you want to define the end of the washing program, press the "Delay End" button repeatedly to choose your machine end time.

5.7 STARTING A PROGRAM

To start a program, press the Start/Pause button. A default program duration will be displayed on the screen.

NOTE

- When you select the Drain+Spin program, there will be a delay of at least 2 minutes before the washing machine starts to spin. This delay is a drain out period to ensure the bowl is empty of water, which is necessary before spin commences. Even though you may have only put wet clothes into an empty bowl, the delay before spin will still occur to be safe and to protect your washing machine.

5.8 INTERRUPTION OF A PROGRAM

If you have started your wash and you wish to stop it for some reason, press the Start/Pause button to enter PAUSE mode. The time remaining is shown then "SP".

Press the Start/Pause again. The program will continue.

5.9 CHANGING A PROGRAM

You can turn the Program Selector Knob to a new program position at any time. If you do move the Program Selector Knob, the effect will be different depending on the status of the machine at the time you do this, as follows:

- When the machine is in PAUSE mode, moving the Knob to a new position will result in the machine resetting to the start of the new program.

- When the machine is running, moving the Knob to a new position will result in the machine continuing the wash and the display will show "Err" and flashing with 3 consecutive short beeps to remind you that this option is not allowed.

5.10 CHANGING THE OPTIONS

It is possible to change only some options after the program has started.

1. Press the Start/Pause button to enter PAUSE mode. Change the options.
2. Press Start/Pause button again. The program will continue.

5.11 AT THE END OF THE PROGRAM

• The appliance stops automatically.
• The display will show "000" and flash with 3 consecutive long beeps.
• Turn the Program Selector knob to the position "Off".
• Remove the laundry from the appliance. Make sure that the washing tub is empty.
• Keep the lid ajar, to prevent mildew and odours.
• Turn off the water tap.

6. CARING FOR YOUR WASHING MACHINE

Your washing machine will give you long and trouble-free service if you follow the instructions in this section. These instructions show you how to care for your washing machine.

6.1 WHAT TO DO AFTER YOU HAVE FINISHED YOUR WASHING

1. Turn the Program Selector knob to the position "Off".
2. Switch off the electricity at the power point.
3. Turn off the water taps. This will extend the life of the inlet hoses.
4. Leave the lid open for a while. This allows time for moisture inside the washing machine to evaporate and for any odours to disperse.

6.2 CLEANING THE LINT FILTER

Lint is a collection of threads and fluff which comes off your clothes during washing. Your washing machine collects this lint in the lint filter. It is important to clean out this lint filter preferably after each wash.

How to clean the lint filter:

1. Remove the softener dispenser cup and filter column from the centre of the agitator.

1. Unclip the filter bag from the column.

1. Turn the bag inside out and remove the lint.

1. Wash the filter bag and dispenser cup in water.
2. Reassemble the filter to the column and place it back in the centre of the agitator.

6.3 CLEANING THE DISPENSER

The dispenser needs to be cleaned regularly, preferably after each wash. Inspect the dispenser after each wash to see if there is any residue of detergent.

To do this proceed as follows :

1. Remove dispenser drawer from its places.
2. Clean the dispenser drawer with water and a brush, eg. an old toothbrush.
3. Dry the drawer.
4. Before replacing the dispenser back in its recess, clean the inside of the drawer with an old toothbrush.

1. Put the dispenser back into its positions and close the drawer.

6.4 CLEANING YOUR WASHING MACHINE

To clean the inside and outside of your washing machine you should:

1. Wipe the surface with warm water.
2. Wipe dry with a soft cloth.

IMPORTANT:

Never use solvents, alcohol, aerosol cleaners, spray pack cleaners, glass cleaners, metal polishes, caustic materials, scourers or general household cleaners on or near the top panel and lid, control panel or other parts of your washing machine.

6.5 CLEANING STAINS IN THE WASHBOWL

Stains in the wash bowl can be caused by:

• metal objects such as bobby pins, dressmaking pins and nails;

- salt;

• body oils and grease from very dirty or sweaty clothes being deposited around the top of the washbowl;

• excessive foam during wash if incorrect or too much detergent is used.

IMPORTANT:

Check all pockets before loading clothes into your washing machine.

Don't leave wet clothing (especially swimwear) in the bowl for too long before you wash it.

How To Clean the Stainless Steel Wash Bowl :

1. Wipe with a cleaning product which is marked suitable for stainless steel.
2. Oily deposits can be removed by wiping surfaces with a mild dishwashing detergent and warm water.

IMPORTANT:

Never use bleach cleaners or steel wool to clean the stainless steel washbowl.

6.6 AVOIDING BUILD UP OF UNDISSOLVED DETERGENTS

Undissolved detergent and body oils will build up in the washing machine. This build-up can cause spotting on your clothes.

To avoid this build-up:

• do not use too much fabric softener, always mix softener with an equal amount of water; • always dissolve the detergent in one litre of water.

7. HELPFUL HINTS IN DEALING WITH WASHING PROBLEMS

7.1 RESIDUES ON WASHED ITEMS

Some detergents have ingredients which do not fully dissolve and as a consequence, may leave white residue or particles evident on the surface of darker clothes in the finished wash load. Similarly some soils may not dissolve fully, resulting in residue evident on lighter coloured clothes.

If you are experiencing residue on some clothes, the following tips will help:

• Check that you are using frontload type detergent to minimise over-sudsing. You may find different brands of detergent give better results. Liquid detergent may be better than powder in your situation.
• Pre-mix the detergent thoroughly in water to improve the dissolving.
• Reduce detergent dosage to between a 1/2 and 2/3 of the manufacturer's standard recommendation to avoid over concentration (the lower water usage requires lower detergent usage.)
• Some residue maybe re-deposited lint, so be careful not to have lint-producing items in a load which has darker clothes.
• Select deep rinse and not eco rinse to help flush more particles away.
• Reduce the clothes load size per wash to give more freedom for the clothes to move around in the wash bowl.

- Use another program as below, which has been designed to minimise residual particles (they are in order of increasing benefit and will help you choose the best program for your wash load.)

– The Colours Program – The Heavy Duty Program

7.2 STAINED CLOTHES - HINTS FOR REMOVING STAINS

The guide to stain removal on page 24 may assist you in stain removal.

Treat all stains as soon as possible. The longer you leave a stain, the harder it will be to remove. Try soakers and stain removers first.

If you use pre-treatment sprays or stain removers, apply them to the clothes items in a well-ventilated area away from your washing machine.

• Avoid the use of hot water on stains, as hot water will set stains.
• Use light strokes and don't rub the stain remover into the fabric.
• If you use a chlorine bleach, follow the instructions on the bottle and dilute it before putting it on clothing.
• Test coloured fabrics on an inside seam for colour fastness before using any stain removers or bleaches.
• Test synthetic fabric on an inside seam before using any chemicals or bleaches.

NOTE:

Chemicals referred to for stain removal are available from your local supermarket, hardware store, or the chemist.

WARNING!

Pre-treatment sprays and stain removers can damage plastic components on your washing machine.

CAUTION!

Do not use dry cleaning fluids or solvents near your washing machine. These fluids will damage your washing machine and may cause an explosion.

7.3 YELLOWING OR GREYING CLOTHES

Problem Possible causes What to do
Greyness	Incorrect wash times and using insufficient detergent which can cause redepositing of detergent on clothes.Using incorrect type or too much detergent can cause poor rinsing and poor spin performance.Mixing whites with very dirty clothes, eg work clothes.Using soap flakes instead of laundry detergent.
Yellowing	A build-up of oils in clothes that come into close contact with the skin, eg underwear, T-shirts.Ageing of clothes. Iron deposits in the wash water.Use of chlorine bleaches on fabrics with resin finishes.Incorrect drying.

8. A GUIDE TO STAIN REMOVAL

Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing.

Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water.

Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times.

Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth.

Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used in cold water. Be careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole.

Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only).

Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only).

Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain.

Lipstick: moisten with acetone (*) as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Remove any residual marks from white fabrics with bleach.

Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.

Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly.

Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.

(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.

9. TROUBLE SHOOTING

DO NOT call for service until you have checked the points listed below.

If you call for service and there is nothing wrong with your washing machine, you will have to pay for the service call.

You will have to pay even when your washing machine is under warranty. Before you call for service, check the points in the table below.

If after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.

Problem Possible Code	CausesDisplay		What to do
Machine not working.		Power not switched on.	Switch on power point.
		No electricity supply through the power point.	Check power point with another appliance.
	EIO	Water taps not turned on. Turn on taps.
	EFO	Out of balance switch off.	Open lid, redistribute load and close lid.
	Ld	Lid not fully closed. Close lid and press Start/Pause to resume operation.
	EHO	The main supply is unstable.	Wait until the main supply is stable and the appliance automatically starts operating.
Machine has washed load but will not spin.	EFO	Out of balance.	Open lid, redistribute load, close lid.
	Ld	Lid not fully closed. Close lid and press Start/Pause to resume operation.
Water in wash bowl.	E20	Drain hose blocked.	Check drain hose for blockage. Wait a short while, the wash will continue.
Will not fill with water.	EIO	Water taps not turned on.	Turn taps on.
		Inlet hoses blocked.	Clean tap filters/washers.
Machine goes out of balance or vibrates excessively when spinning.	EFO	Machine not level.	Make the machine level.
		Levelling feet not adjusted.	Adjust feet to touch the floor.
		Clothes not evenly distributed.	Redistribute clothes evenly.
Water on floor.		Loose inlet hose connections.	Check connections at taps and rear of machine.
		Loose drain hose connections.	Check connections at rear of machine.

Problem Possible Code	CausesDisplay	What to do
Clothes still dirty after wash program.		Not enough or no detergent. Check detergent use and rewash clothes.
		Too many clothes in load. Remove some clothes and rewash.
		Incorrect wash program. Reselect program and rewash.
Scraping noise on spin.		Bra wire or other thin items caught between inner and outer washbowls. If the item is visible, remove it with pliers. Use a wash bag in future.
Humming, clicking and other noises.		Bowl rotation at start of wash. Normal noise.
		Brake activation when stopping after spin. Normal noise.

TROUBLESHOOTING FAULT DISPLAYS

Fault information and a guide for when you should call for service.

If you have a problem with your washing machine and before you call service, make sure you have followed ALL of the instructions that may remedy the problem. You will find instructions in the ‘Troubleshooting’ section and in the table below.

When the washing machine detects a problem that requires your attention, you will be alerted. The machine will warn you of this problem by displaying a fault code in the digital display, accompanied by "Beeping".

Fault information and the action you should take are described in the following table.

Description Display Code	Customer action (Summary)
Not filling with water	Make sure both wall taps are on and hose filters are not blocked. Press “Start/Pause” to re-start wash.If problem remains, call Service.
Flood	If the water is pouring onto the floor, turn OFF wall taps.Wait a few minutes to see if the fault is corrected.If not, call Service.
Draining problem	Wait a few minutes to see if the fault is corrected.If not, set the washing machine to PAUSE by press “Start/Pause” button then check the drain hose for blockage. Press “Start/Pause” to continue the wash.If problem remains, call Service.
Loss of water, while washing	If water level in wash bowl is low and water is flooding the floor, rotate the PROGRAM KNOB to “Drain + Spin” program, then press “Start/Pause” button.Should this make things worse, turn off the machine and call Service.Otherwise, press “StartPause” to continue the wash.
Water level problem	Wait, this fault may clear itself. If not, rotate the PROGRAM KNOB to “Drain + Spin” program, then press “Start/Pause” button to drain the wash bowl.If this problem is repeated, call Service.

10. ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS

Packaging materials

The materials marked with the symbol 🌐 are recyclable.

PE<=polyethylene

PS<=polystyrene

PP<=polypropylene

This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers.

Old machine

Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy!

The symbol 📁 on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.

Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.

For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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 prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!).

- The machine works more economically if it is fully loaded.

- With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limited soiling can be removed; the laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature.

- Measure out detergent according to the water hardness, the degree of soiling and the quantity of laundry being washed.

1. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 33
2. CONTROL PANEL 36
3. WASHING INSTRUCTIONS 41
4. DAILY USE 43
5. CARE AND CLEANING 47
6. USEFUL TIPS FOR TROUBLESHOOTING 50 WASHING PROBLEMS
7. STAIN REMOVAL GUIDE 52
8. TROUBLESHOOTING 53
9. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS 56

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