User manual WHIRLPOOL AWZ 410 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] • Mains cables replacement is only to be carried out by After-Sales Service. • The washer-dryer may be used in the household exclusively for the uses prescribed. 3. Installation of the washer-dryer • Move the washer-dryer without carrying it by the worktop. • Install the washer-dryer on a solid and level floor surface, preferably in a corner of the room. • Make sure that all four feet are stable and resting on the floor and then check that the washer-dryer is perfectly level using a spirit level (see “Installation/Adjusting the feet”). 4. Water supply • Connect the water supply inlet hose in accordance with the regulations of your local water company (see “Installation/Connecting the water inlet hose”). [. . . ] Follow loads recommended in the programme chart: overloading will result in unsatisfactory washing results and creased laundry. 3. Close the door. DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES Choice of detergent and additives The type of detergent depends on: • the type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetic, delicate items, wool). • colour; • wash temperature; • degree and type of soiling. Notes: Whitish residues on dark fabrics are due to the insoluble water softeners in modern phosphatefree detergents. If you notice this problem, shake or brush the affected items, or use a liquid detergent. Keep detergents and additives in a safe, dry place out of the reach of children. Use only detergents and additives specifically produced for domestic washing machines. If you use descaling agents or dyes make sure they are suitable for washing machine use. Descalers could contain products which could damage your washer-dryer. Do not wash fabrics which have been treated with solvents or flammable liquids in the washer-dryer. Dosage Follow the instructions on the detergent pack in relation to: • the degree and type of soiling; • the size of the load: • full load: follow the detergent manufacturer's instructions; • half load: 3/4 the amount used for a full load; • minimum load (about 1 kg): 1/2 the amount used for full load; 6 3Gb20105. fm5 Page 7 Thursday, February 28, 2002 4:33 PM Home Appliances • water hardness in your area (ask for information from your water company): soft water requires less detergent than hard water. Using insufficient detergent results in grey laundry and increased scale deposits on the heating element and drum. You can use liquid detergent in the “Prewash” phase for programmes with this option. When using concentrated fabric softeners, add water in the detergent dispenser up to the “MAX” level mark. To prevent dispensing problems when using highly concentrated powder and liquid detergents, use the special detergent ball supplied with the detergent and place it inside the drum. Water hardness: soft water requires less detergent WATER HARDNESS CATEGORY 1 2 3 4 CHARACTERISTICS GERMAN °dH soft average hard very hard 0-7 7-14 14-21 over 21 FRENCH °fH 0-12 12-25 25-37 over 37 ENGLISH °eH 0-9 9-17 17-26 over 26 Filling the detergent and additives 1. Pull the detergent dispenser out fully. 2. Add the detergent: • Programmes with pre- and main wash • Main wash programme without prewash • Fabric softeners, conditioners and chlorine bleach: no more than to “MAX” mark • Stain remover • Water softener (water hardness class 4) • Starch (dissolved in water) 3. Close the detergent dispenser completely. 7 3Gb20105. fm5 Page 8 Thursday, February 28, 2002 4:33 PM WASHING PROGRAMME Selecting the programme: 1. Depending on the model, set the thermostat knob to the desired temperature. Depending on the model, set the spin speed selector to the desired spin speed. Attention: the programme selector knob only moves clockwise, do not force it in the opposite direction. Door lock The door locks automatically after the programme start until the end of the programme. If the programme selector is moved to the “Stop” position or if the electricity supply is interrupted, the door is released after approximately two minutes. • If the washer-dryer is installed in a room subject to sub-zero temperatures. 9 3Gb20105. fm5 Page 10 Thursday, February 28, 2002 4:33 PM CARE AND MAINTENANCE Appliance exterior and control panel • Clean using normal household cleaner (do not use abrasive products or solvents). • Dry with a soft cloth. Door seal • Clean with a damp cloth as necessary. • Periodically check the seal folds for foreign bodies. Filter • Check and clean the filter at least two or three times a year (see “Removing the filter”). Detergent dispenser 1. Pull the detergent dispenser out fully. [. . . ] 4. Connect the inlet hose carefully, preferably by hand, to the washer-dryer. 5. Turn the tap on fully and check that the joints at the appliance and the tap are watertight. If the hose is too short, replace it with a suitable length of pressure resistant hose (1000 kPa min, EN 50084 approved type). Check the hose regularly for brittleness and cracks and replace if necessary. [. . . ]