ASKO W6864 W washing machine Operating Instructions

Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfil your needs for many years to
come. Scandinavian design combines clean lines, everyday functionality and high
quality. These are key characteristics of all our products and the reason they are
greatly appreciated throughout the world.
To get the most out of your new machine, we recommend that you read the
operating instructions before using the machine. The operating instructions also
include information on how you can help protect the environment.
Operating Instructions
Washing Machine
ASKO W6864W
Contents
Before using your machine for the
first time Transport protection 
Packing material 
Washer door 
Language selection 
Checking water hardness 
Safety instructions General 
Installation 
Overflow guard function 
Transport/Winter storage 
Recycling 
Child safety Keep an eye on children! 
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Description of the washing machine 7
Dispenser 8
Advice and tips before washing 9
Sorting your laundry 
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Laundry labels 
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Clothing 
Coloured cotton 
Unbleached linen 
Laundry label symbols 
Advice and tips before washing Wool 
Rayon fibres and synthetic fibres  
Reducing allergic reactions 
Save time and energy 
High water level 
Economy and efficiency 
Detergents 
Dyeing fabrics 
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Washing 11
Sort your laundry. 
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Open the washer door and load the
washing 
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Turn on the main power switch 
Add detergent and fabric softener, as
required 
Program selection 
Selecting options 
Close the washer door and press the
Start button 
Once the program has finished  
Settings 11
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You can change the following settings
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Language 
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Child-safe 
Temperature 
Extra rinses 
Care and cleaning 18
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Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump 19
Cleaning the detergent compartment 
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Cleaning the inside of the machine to
avoid unpleasant smells 
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Cleaning the outside of the machine  
Rinse holes under the agitator 
If you have hard water 
Troubleshooting 19
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The washer door will not open 
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After power failure 
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The machine will not start 
Wet washing still in the machine 
Error messages 
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Contents
Technical information 23
Information for test institute 
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Technical data 
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Energy labelling 
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Transport protection 26
Installation 27
Positioning the washing machine 
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Connection to water supply 
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Adjusting the feet 
Drainage connection 
Electrical installation 
Service Before contacting the service division 
Quick guide 27
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WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.
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Before using your machine for the first time
Transport protection
Remove any transport protection devices before
installing the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.
Packing material
Please sort waste materials in accordance with
local guidelines.
Washer door
• The machine cannot be started when the
door is open.
• To open the washer door while a programme
is running, see "Close the door and press the
Start button" in the "Washing" chapter.
Language selection
You will be prompted to select the display
language when you have connected your
machine and start it for the first time. Do as
follows:
1. Turn the programme selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,
Русский, Nederlands.
2. Press Start once to save the setting.
Checking water hardness
The quantity of detergent needed depends,
amongst other things, on how hard the water
is. See the detergent pack for details. Phone
your local water company to check the water
hardness in your area.
NOTE!
Each machine is tested before leaving the
factory.
A small amount of water may remain in the drain
pump, though this does not affect quality or
damage the machine.
See Quick guide on the last page
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Safety instructions
General
• Read the operating instructions and keep
them in a safe place.
• Installation should be carried out by qualified
ASKO technicians.
• The machine should only be used for
washing items as described in these
instructions. It is not intended for dry
cleaning.
• Use only detergent intended for machine
washing!
• Use only detergents and softeners for
machine wash. Manufacturer may not
assume responsibility for any damage and
eventual discolouring of gaskets and plastic
components as a consequence of incorrect
use of bleach and/or colouring agents.
• Never use detergents containing solvents,
since there is a danger of creating toxic
gasses which may damage the machine and
result in ignition or explosion.
• Remove any transport protection devices
before using the machine. See the "Transport
protection" chapter.
• Repairs and maintenance must be carried
out by a qualified professional.
• Damaged mains cables must only be
replaced by a qualified electrician.
• The machine is not designed to be used by
persons (even children) that are physically
or mentally handicapped or lack experience
and knowledge. Such persons must receive
instruction in how to use the machine or be
supervised by a person responsible for their
safety.
• Children must be watched to ensure they do
not play with the machine.
• In the enclosed plastic bag you will find a tool
for opening the washer door in emergencies.
Overflow guard function
If the machine’s water level rises above the
normal level, the overflow guard function begins
to pump water out and shuts off the water intake.
If the water level has not dropped within 60
seconds, the program is terminated.
Transport/Winter storage
If the machine is to be transported or stored in
unheated premises where the temperature can
fall below freezing, do as follows:
• Empty the filter and the drainage pump. See
the "Care and cleaning" chapter.
• Shut off the water to the washing machine,
loosen the supply hose to the intake valve
and let the water run out from the valve and
hose.
• After emptying the pump, a small amount of
water may remain in the machine. This does
not affect quality or damage the machine.
Recycling
This machine is manufactured and labelled
for recycling. In order to prevent injuries, the
machine must be made unusable once the
decision has been taken to dispose of it.
Contact your local authority for information
about where and how your machine can be
recycled correctly.
Installation
See the "Installation" chapter.
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Child safety
Keep an eye on children!
• Always close the door and start the
programme immediately once you have
added detergent.
• The appliance 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.
• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the
reach of children!
Activate child safety catch (for
detergent compartment)
On the inside of the detergent compartment is a
child safety catch.
Activated child safety
catch
Inactivated child safety
catch
NOTE!
If this appliance is supplied from a cord
extensions set or electrical portable outlet
device, the cord extension ser or electrical
portable outlet device must be positioned so
that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of
moisture.
When the child safety catch is activated you
must press the release button to pull out the
detergent compartment.
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Description of the washing machine
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Main power switch
Dispenser
Programme panel
Serial number plate (on inside of washer door)
Drainage pump cover
Drainage pump (behind cover)
Washer door
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Dispenser
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1.Pre-wash
2. Main wash with liquid detergent.
Use the separator. (A)
3. Main wash with powder detergent.
Do not use the separator.
4. Fabric softener
5. Release button
6. Child safety catch
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Advice and tips before washing
Here are some tips that may help you before
washing.
Sorting your laundry
Sort items according to:
• how soiled they are
• colour
• material
Clothing
1.Do up zips and close Velcro straps so that
they don’t harm fabrics.
2. New coloured items may contain excess dye
and should therefore be washed separately
the first few times.
3. Turn delicate items inside out. This reduces
the risk of burling and fading.
4. Empty pockets and wash them inside out if
possible.
Laundry labels
Look at the item's laundry label. The table below
shows suitable wash programmes for different
materials and wash loads. Using modern
washing machines and detergents, for example
compact detergents, you can usually wash at
lower temperatures. It is a good idea to use trial
and error to find out what produces the best
results.
Laundry label symbols
Examples of washing instructions and recommended programs. Always follow the washing instructions for each garment.
Laundry labels
Material
Program
Cotton, linen, cotton/polyester. Light and dark-coloured garments.
Quick 60 °C
Acrylic, viscose, modal, acetate, polyester, polyamide and
elastane. Light and dark-coloured garments.
Easy Care 40 °C
Wool, silk and other very delicate garments
Wool/hand wash 30 °C to 40 °C
Cotton, linen, white and light-coloured items.
Everyday wash 60 °C to 95 °C
or
Coloured cotton
Coloured cotton items with the washing
instruction 60 °C should be washed at 60 °C for
the first time in order to remove any excess dye.
If you do not do so, there is a risk that the colour
will run. Use detergent without bleach in order to
preserve the colour of the fabric.
Unbleached linen
Unbleached linen fabrics should be washed
at 60°C, using detergent containing no bleach
or optical whiteners. Heavily-soiled linen can
occasionally be washed at higher temperatures,
but not too often because the heat can destroy the
linen’s shine and strength.
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Advice and tips before washing
Wool
These fabrics are labelled either machine wash
or hand wash. The Wool/hand wash program is at
least as gentle as washing by hand.
Wool is especially sensitive to processes such as
washing.
If you do not wish to spin dry, you can squeeze out
the water using terry towels. In this case select No
spin.
To find out how to choose this setting, see the
"Washing" chapter. However, most garments can
withstand a short spin. Choose a short spin by
selecting a spin speed of 800 rpm or less.
Rayon fibres and synthetic fibres
• Select Quick if you just need to freshen up shirts
or exercise clothes, for example. This will save
both water and energy.
• If you select a fast spin speed, this reduces
energy consumption when drying in a tumble
dryer or drying cabinet.
• Always wash with a full load when using the
Heavy, Everyday wash and Normal programs.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and
detergents clean effectively without prewashing. Pre-washing is only necessary for
heavily soiled washing.
Detergents
NOTE!
Eco-labelled detergents are less harmful to the
environment.
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater impact
on the environment; can also hinder the wash
performance.
Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you
are not satisfied with the results.
Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
Dyeing fabrics
Materials made of rayon fibres, such as viscose,
and some synthetic fibres are very delicate and
require much space so as not to crease. Only half
fill the drum when washing and choose a spin
speed of 800 rpm or lower.
Reducing allergic reactions
The washing machine has a Super Rinse option.
Use this for people with sensitive skin, such as
those with allergies and small children.
Save time and energy
Use the Everyday wash program to save time and
energy. This program has a shorter main wash
than Normal, but is often sufficient for lightly soiled
washing.
High water level
If you want more water for the main wash and
rinses, you can use the High water level option.
This is automatically selected in the Wool/Hand
program.
Economy and efficiency
You can save energy by not using higher
temperature programs than necessary.
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If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select
the Everyday wash program with the Super Rinse
option. Select temperature according to the dye
manufacturer’s recommendations.
Choose a low spin speed if the fabric to be dyed is
a blended material such as polyester/cotton.
NOTE!
Add the dye directly to the washing drum – not
to the detergent compartment. After dyeing, you
should run the machine empty using the same
program. Use the normal amount of detergent.
NOTE!
Due to environmental concerns, we discourage the
use of strong chemicals.
When using agents for bleaching or stain removal,
there is a risk of rust (corrosion) and discolouration
of the machine.
Washing
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Sort your laundry.
See the "Advice and tips before washing"
chapter.
Place underwired bras in a laundry net.
Empty pockets. Coins, nails and the like can
cause damage to the machine and fabrics. See
the "Advice and Tips" section before washing.
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Turn on the main power
switch
Open the washer door and
load the washing
Open the washing machine door. Load
the washing. The wash program chart shows
how much washing can be washed with each
program.
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Add detergent and fabric
softener, as required
The detergent packaging will have
recommendations for how much detergent you
should use. The machine holds 7 kg of washing.
If you only have a small amount of laundry in
the machine, you can reduce the amount of
detergent used.
NOTE!
Detergent overdosing does not give better
washing results; it merely causes a greater
impact on the environment; can also hinder the
wash performance.
Try using less detergent, and increase only if
you are not satisfied with the results.
Fabric softener
Pour the fabric softener into the
compartment with the
symbol. Follow
the recommendations on the fabric softener
packaging.
NOTE!
Do not fill above the compartment’s maximum
fill level. Otherwise fabric softener will run in too
early, and will impair washing results.
Powder detergent
Pour the powder into the compartment for the
main wash, and pre-wash as well if desired.
Liquid detergent
When using a liquid detergent, observe the
detergent manufacturer's recommendations.
We recommend using a laundry ball with thick
detergents. In the main detergent compartment,
use the section wall (A) – see figure in the
section Dispenser. Add the detergent into the
front compartment of the detergent dispenser.
Wash ball or net
If you use a wash ball or net, place it directly
in the drum and select a program without prewash.
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Washing
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Program selection
You select a programme by turning
the programme selector. The selected
programme is shown in the display. Now use
the option buttons to select any options. See
chapter Selecting Options.
temperature for heavily soiled cotton garments,
as well as for garments worn next to the skin.
Select 40 °C if the laundry is less soiled.
The spin speed can be selected freely. The
machine adapts the program time and water
consumption to the load size.
5. Everyday wash
A standard program for lightly to moderately
soiled laundry. The temperature can be selected
freely, so follow the washing instructions for
each garment. Garments worn next to the skin
ought to be washed at 60 °C. Very lightly soiled
laundry often comes clean already at 40 °C. The
spin speed can be selected freely.
1.Auto
This program automatically adjusts the length
of the main wash and the number of rinses to
the amount and type of laundry loaded in the
machine.
2.Time program
This program adjusts itself to the specified time
frame or finish time. When using this program,
it is however important to select a temperature
and time suited to how soiled the laundry is. The
spin speed can be selected freely.
Specify the desired program time by pressing
+ or - on the Time button. The symbol for the
program lights beside the selected time. You can
choose a program time between 30 minutes and
3 hours. If you choose a 30-minute program time
the maximum wash temperature will be 30 °C
3. Heavy
Program for heavily soiled laundry, with dirt
that needs to be fully dissolved before the
main wash. A pre-wash is used to do this. The
machine adapts the program time and water
consumption to the load size.
4. Normal
Program for normal to heavily soiled laundry,
whites and colours. You can select the
temperature freely, so follow the washing
instructions for each garment. 60 °C is a good
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6. Quick
Fast program for laundry that just needs
freshening up. The program can be run at any
temperature, so follow the washing instructions
for each garment.
The lower the selected temperature, the shorter
the program time. Garments worn next to the
skin ought to be washed at 60 °C. The spin
speed can be selected freely.
7. Easy Care
Program for synthetic, mixed fibre and easy
care cotton. The program has a high water
level and as such is also suitable for cushions,
quilted jackets and the like. Read the washing
instructions carefully and remember, for
example, that fabric softener must not be used
with the membranes found in some outer
garments. A washing temperature up to 60
°C and a spin speed up to 1200 rpm can be
selected.
8. Synthetics
Program for delicate garments made of
synthetic fibre, mixed fibre, rayon and easy
care cotton. The maximum temperature is 60
°C, but follow the washing instructions for each
garment. Many synthetics will come clean at 40
°C. Garments worn next to the skin ought to be
washed at 60 °C. The maximum spin speed is
800 rpm.
Washing
9. Wool/hand wash
A gentle laundry program for wool, silk and
garments that should be washed by hand. The
highest temperature is 30 °C. This program has
a short spin. The maximum spin speed is 800
rpm.
11. Spin
Used to just spin the wash.
12. Drain
Used when you only want to drain the water
from the machine.
10. Rinse
This program performs one cold rinse cycle +
spin. Suitable for laundry that just needs to be
dampened and for cleaning cloths and mops.
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Washing
Program chart
Program
Prewash
Temp.
°C
Number of
Rinses
Spin
Speed rpm
Max.
load
(kg)
Water
Program time
consump tion (approx. hrs
(approx. kWh)
and min.)
X
95
5
1600
8
90
2,7
2:45
60
2
1600
8
68
1,2
3:55
1. Auto
2. Time
program
3. Heavy
4. Normal
5. Everyday
wash
X
60
40
60
5
2
3
1600
1600
1600
8
8
8
80
68
70
1,4
0,59
1,2
Program time
(approx. hrs
and min.)
2:40
3:40
1:40
6. Quick
40
2
1600
4
30
0,5
0:45
8. Synthetics
40
3
800
3,5
30
0,4
1:20
7. Easy Care
9. Wool/hand
wash
10. Rinse
11. Spin
12. Drain
40
30
2
3
1
1200
800
1600
1600
3,5
3,5
4
4
60
70
20
0,6
0,5
0,1
0,1
1:40
0:50
0:20
0:15
0:01
Consumption data may vary from the given values depending on variations in water pressure, water hardness, water inlet temperature, room
temperature, fluctuations in the electricity, type and volume of the laundry and any extra options.
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Washing
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Selecting options
You can select options to adjust the
wash programme to suit your own
specific requirements. The available options
depend on the selected programme. If the
option is available for the selected programme,
the symbol lights up when you press the button.
The machine will remember the options you
select for each programme (applies to Super
rinse, High water level and Super wash). You
can still change the selected options the next
time you select the same programme.
Temperature
• Select the temperature by pressing the -/+
buttons until the desired temperature is
displayed.
• You can select temperatures between
cold (-) and 90 °C. By selecting cold, the
wash temperature will be the same as
the temperature of the water entering the
machine. For Wool/hand wash it is not
possible to select a temperature above 40
°C, when selecting Time program, Synthetics
and Easy Care the maximum temperature is
60 °C.
Spin
• Select the spin speed by pressing the -/+
buttons until the desired spin speed is
displayed.
• You can select speeds between 400 and
1600 rpm, (no spin) or No D(no drain). The
maximum spin speed varies according to the
program selected. The speed is shown in the
display.
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, means that the program does not include
a spin cycle and ends by draining.
• No D, No drain means that the program does
not include a spin cycle and ends with the
water from the final rinse still in the machine.
The washing will remain covered by the water
from the final rinse, stopping it from getting
creased. If you have selected “No drain”,
once the program has ended you must
select the Spin or Drain program to drain the
water from the machine before you open the
washer door.
Delayed start
When you select Delayed start the machine will
start 1-24 hours after you press the Start button.
This option cannot be used with Time program.
• Select Delayed start by pressing the + button
under the time display. Delayed Start is
shown for three seconds.
• By pressing the -/+ buttons under the time
display you can delay the start in whole hours
up to a maximum of 24 hours. The symbol
for Delayed start lights beside the number of
hours.
• Press Start, and the machine counts down
1 hour at a time and starts after the selected
delay.
If you change your mind and want to cancel
Delayed start, you must press and hold the Stop
button for three seconds.
NOTE!
Remember to press the Start button to start the
program..
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Washing
NOTE!
Make sure the detergent compartment is
completely dry before you add detergent,
otherwise there is a risk that the detergent will
clump before the machine starts.
Super rinse
Use the Super rinse option if you want to
increase the number of rinses. The maximum
number of rinses is seven, and the number
of rinses varies depending on the selected
programme. Recommended for persons with
extremely sensitive skin and/or in areas with
very soft water.
Select Super rinse by pressing the button under
the symbol.
The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.
High water level
Use High water level if a garment’s laundry label
shows this symbol. High water level means that
additional water is used during the main wash
and rinse cycles.
• Select High water level by pressing the
button under the symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.
NOTE!
The machine takes in the additional water for
the High water level about 15 minutes after the
main wash has started.
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Anti crease
Anti crease means that the drum will rotate for
three seconds per minute for two hours once
the wash programme has finished. This function
prevents the clothes from lying in the same
position and getting creased.
• Select Anti crease by pressing the button
under the symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.
Super wash
Super wash can be selected to better dissolve
difficult stains and heavy soiling on clothing.
This options adds a cold pre-wash and the
the wash time in cold water is extended by
approximately six minutes. The main wash time
is also extended.
•
• Select Super wash by pressing the button
under the symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.
Pre-soak
Super wash can be selected to better dissolve
difficult stains and heavy soiling on clothing.
This option adds a cold pre-wash and the wash
time in cold water is extended by approximately
six minutes. The main wash time is also
extended.
If the washing is stained, such as with blood, we
recommend Pre-soak. The washing will soak
in cold water for two hours before the wash
programme starts.
• Select Pre-soak by pressing the button under
the symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this
option is activated.
Washing
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Close the washer door and
press the Start button
NOTE!
Do not open the detergent compartment while
the machine is running.
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NOTE!
A few seconds after you start a program the
washing machine will begin to fill with water from
both the hot and the cold supplies. If for some
reason no hot water is available, the machine
waits for one minute and then fills with cold
water only. The wash drum does not start to
rotate until it begins to fill with water.
Time remaining
The time remaining is shown in hours and
minutes. Once a program is selected, the
estimated program time is displayed. This
may differ from time to time depending on the
temperature of the water entering the machine
and the size of the load. If the program time is
longer than the previous wash with the same
program, "0:01" will be displayed until the
program finishes. This is normal! The next time
you use the program under similar conditions,
the estimated program time will be more
accurate.
Once the program has
finished
The text "Done" is shown on the display
for 2 minutes. The machine then turns off.
The washer door opens automatically once the
program has finished. If you want to deactivate
the automatic door opening function, see the
"Selecting settings" section.
Remove the load.
If you have small children or pets at home, close
the washer door once you have removed the
laundry.
NOTE!
Upon completion of the washing cycle, close the
water faucet and unplug the mains cord.
Stopping or changing a programme
You can stop a programme by pressing the Stop
button for three seconds. ”Stop” appears in the
display. To restart the machine, select a new
programme, add any extra detergent needed and
press the Start button.
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Settings
You can change the following
settings:
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Child-safe
Language
Temperature
Extra rinses
Hot water
How to choose the settings:
1. Turn off the machine using the main power
switch.
2. Press and hold the Stop button and then press
the main power switch. Then press the Stop
button 5 times within 10 seconds.
3.Select the setting you want to change by
turning the program selector.
4.Press the Stop button once to select the
setting.
5.Change and save the setting as described
below.
6. Press Start to go to the program menu.
Child-safe
You can activate the Child-safe start option to
prevent children from starting the machine.
1. Turn the program selector and choose "Childsafe On" or "Child-safe Off".
2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.
You can temporarily deactivate Child-safe start
by pressing the Super Rinse button and the
minus button under Delayed Start at the same
time.
Child-safe start will be deactivated for three
minutes.
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Language
1.Turn the program selector to choose from:
US English, English, Svenska, Dansk, Norsk,
Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano, Espanol,
Русский, Nederlands.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.
Temperature
1.Turn the programme selector to choose
between: °C and °F.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.
Extra rinses
Upon delivery, your washing machine is set to
use three rinses in the Normal and Everyday
wash programs. If you want to increase the
number of rinses to five for these programs, do
as follows:
1. Turn the program selector and select "Rinses
On" for five rinses or "Rinses Off" for three
rinses.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.
Care and cleaning
Cleaning the trap and the drainage
pump
Cleaning the detergent
compartment
2. Open the door.
Rinse the compartment and scrub it clean. The
cover in the fabric softener compartment can be
removed.
The washing machine has a trap where smaller
objects such as coins and hairpins can collect.
To clean the trap and the drainage pump, do as
follows:
1. Make sure the machine is empty of water and
switched off at the mains.
Pull out the detergent compartment using the
release button.
3. Unhook the drainage hose from the connector
inside the door and drain the water into a
suitable container, such as a shallow bowl.
4.Turn the cover anti-clockwise to open the
pump. Remove the cover.
5. Remove any items and so forth from the pump
housing and the cover. Also check that the
pump blades right at the back rotate.
NOTE!
Do not run the detergent compartment through
a dishwasher!
Cleaning the outside of the
machine
Clean the outside of the machine and the
program panel with a mild cleaner. Do not
use any solvents, as these can damage the
machine.
NOTE!
6.Screw on the cover, replace the drainage
hose on the hatch pin and close the hatch.
Maskinen må ikke skylles med en vandstråle!
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Care and cleaning
Cleaning the inside of the machine
to avoid unpleasant smells
Modern detergents often allow clothes to be
washed at low temperatures. This means that
small deposits can build up in the machine.
These, in turn, may lead to unpleasant smells
developing.
To avoid this, we recommend running a 95 °C
wash programme once a month. When you do
this, use a small quantity of detergent. It is not
necessary to put any washing in the machine.
3. Lift the agitator.
4. Remove any objects.
5. Place the agitator in the mounting hole with
the F-mark towards you. Ensure that all the
agitator fasteners are in their holes in the
drum. Push it in until it catches.
Rinse holes under the agitator
If you suspect that objects such as nails or
paper clips may have fallen into the wash
drum, you should check the space under the
agitator. Such objects can rust and cause spots
on clothing. Nails and other sharp objects can
cause holes in fabrics.
Do as follows:
1. Insert a screwdriver or the like into the hole on
the agitator as illustrated and carefully pry to
the left.
2. Use your other hand to grasp the agitator and
pull it towards you.
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If you have hard water
If you live in an area with hard water (high
limescale content), a greyish-white coating may
form on the wash drum. To remove this coating,
pour approximately 20 gram of citric acid into
the wash drum and run any 95 °C programme.
Repeat if necessary.
Troubleshooting
The washer door will not open
1. Check that the main power switch is on.
1. Has the power supply been cut off? Check the
house fuses (circuit breakers).
Opening the door in an emergency
WARNING!
The door may only be opened
manually if the electric power is
cut and the machine has been
drained of water.
A Run the Drain programme to empty the water
from the machine. If this does not work the
machine must be drained manually. See
"Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump" in
the "Care and cleaning" chapter.
B Ensure that the main power switch is turned
off and that the plug has been removed from
the wall socket.
C Take the emergency door opening key (C)
(see figure in the section Dispenser) and
insert it into the slot on the right-hand side
of the washing machine door latch. The key
is attached on the back wall of the detergent
dispenser. Remove the detergent dispenser
from the washing machine and take the door
opening key.
D Push the tool downwards to open the washer
door.
The machine will not start
1. Is the washer door properly closed? Push it
firmly. The press the Start button.
2. Is there power? Check the fuses and residual
current devices (circuit breakers) in the
building.
3.Check that you have not selected Delayed
start. To cancel Delayed start, press the Stop
button for three seconds.
After power failure
Press the main power switch to resume the
current programme.
Wet washing still in the machine
A small load can under certain circumstances
cause imbalance Unbalance (see "Unbalance").
Rearrange the load and start the spin
programme, or load more washing and restart
the washing
programme.
After use, store the emergency door opening
key (C) in the dedicated compartment (B) (see
image in the section Dispenser).
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Troubleshooting
Error messages
Water inlet fault
The error messages that may be shown in the
display are:
Action:
1. Shut off the water tap and unscrew the hose.
2. Clean the filter in the intake valve on the
machine.
3. Screw the hose back on and turn on the tap.
4. Run the program again to check if the fault is
fixed.
5. If this does not resolve the problem, call the
service division.
If an error occurs during the programme a
message is shown on the display. To exit the
message after taking measures, turn the
machine off and then back on.
Close the Door
Close the washer door and press Start to start
the programme.
Over flow fault
1. Shut off the water tap.
2. See "Drainage error".
Water outlet fault
Check:
• that no objects are stuck in the drainage hose
outlet.
• that the drainage pump is not blocked by
foreign objects. Clean the pump. See the
"Care and cleaning" chapter.
• that there are no kinks in the drainage hose.
After the above, run Drain to empty the machine.
If this does not resolve the problem, call the
service division.
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Check:
• that the tap on the water pipe is open.
• that the filter in the machine’s water intake is
not blocked.
Wash motor fault
Call the service division!
Unbalance
The machine stops the spin cycle if there is too
much imbalance.
The washing machine restarts the spin cycle
and hopefully the washing is better distributed in
the drum. This procedure can be repeated up to
10 times. If the machine still fails to find a good
balance, the programme jumps to the next step.
The error message requires no action.
Technical information
Information for test institute
Energy labelling
Australian standard:
AS/NZS 2040.1:2005
Washing program:
Normal, 40 °C, 8 kg cotton
Connection:
Cold water 20 °C
Test method for noise measurement:
IEC-60704-2-4
Power requirement when machine turned off
< 0,3 W
Power requirement for Delayed Start
< 6,0 W
Power requirement when program finished
< 0,3 W
Detergent, PBIS and Anti-Sudsing Agent (10ml) must be added via the detergent compartment.
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Technical information
Loading procedure for standard test:
When loading the machine for testing according to AS/NZS 2040:2005 it shall be loaded according to
the table below. Garments are placed on top of each other in layers and the soil swatches should be
placed inside the wash drum in the direction shown in the table, seen from above.
Top
Swatches
Swatch placement
32. Bath towel
1
Front
29. Shirt
1
Right
27. Undershorts
1
Front
31. Pillow case
30. Pillow case
28. T-shirt
26. Tablecloth
25. Sheet
24. Undershorts
1
1
1
1
Rear
Left
Rear
Left
23. T-shirt
1
Center
21. Bath towel
1
Left
22. Shirt
20. T-shirt
19. Undershorts
18. Sheet
1
1
Right
Rear
1
Right
1
Right
12. Shirt
1
Rear
10. Undershorts
1
Center
8. Sheet
1
Left
17. Washcloths (all)
16. Shirt
15. Pillow case
14. Tabelcloth
handkerchiefs
13. All
11. T-shirt
9. Bath towel
7. Tabelcloth
6. Shirt
5. Undershorts
4. T-shirt
3. Pillow case
2. Pillow case
1. Bath towel
Total
- Bottom-
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1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
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Illustration of loaded Wash Drum for standard
test.
Left
Front
Right
Left
Center
Front
Rear
Left
Right
32
31
30
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Technical information
Technical data
Height:
850 mm
Width:
595 mm
Depth:
585 mm
Weight:
76 kg
Cylinder volume:
60 l
Max. washing capacity:
8 kg
Spin speed (rpm):
400-1800
Rated power:
See type plate.
Heater output:
See type plate.
Water pressure:
0,1-1 MPa
1-10 kp/cm2
10-100 N/cm2
Wash drum and liquid compartment
Stainless steel
material:
Powder-coated and hot-galvanized sheet steel or
Outer casing material:
stainless steel.
Water connection:
1.5 m pex pipe
Drain:
1.7 m polypropylene hose
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Transport protection
Remove the three transport bolts and the plastic
plugs for locking the machine for transport
before using the machine.
3.Remove the plastic covers from the plugs.
Push the plastic covers into the three holes
that contained the plugs. Save the plastic
plugs in case the machine is moved in the
future.
NOTE!
1.Loosen and remove the bolts as illustrated
below.
If the machine is to be transported, the bolts and
plastic plugs for locking the machine during
transport must be installed to prevent damage
to the machine through shaking. If the transport
bolts or plastic plugs have been lost, you can
order new ones from your retailer.
Article number
80 882 77
80 901 05
2. To remove the plastic plugs that held the bolts,
squeeze together and pull out.
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Designation
Screw
Plastic plug, transport
lock
Order three of each item!
Installation
Positioning the washing machine
The washing machine can be installed as a
built-in or freestanding unit. Place the machine
on a firm surface with easy access to the plug.
A. Built-in
The washing machine can be installed under
a counter top with a working height of 850-900
mm. Leavea 5 cm space around the entire
machine, including between the rear edge of the
top cover and the wall behind it.
B. Freestanding
The washing machine can be positioned beside
or under a tumble dryer.
Connection to water supply
Water connection should be carried out by an
appropriately qualified person. Connect the
machine using the accompanying supply hose.
Water pressure should be 0.1–1MPa (approx.
1–10kp/cm2 ; 10–100N/cm2). There should be a
stopcock on the water pipe.
If the pipes are newly installed, it may be wise
to flush them through so that any dirt is washed
away. Otherwise, dirt can clog the filter in the
machine’s water intake and cut off cut off or
reduce water flow to the machine. Check for
leaks.
Adjusting the feet
Keep the noise that the machine produces to
a minimum by adjusting the feet so that the
machine is steady and balanced on the floor.
Tighten the lock nuts.
Locking nut
Use only the supply hose supplied with the
machine.
Do not re-use old hoses or other loose supply
hoses.
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Installation
Drainage connection
The machine is supplied with a drainage hose
attached, which must be connected to a drain.
See the examples below. The height must be
600-900 mm above floor level.
The lower position (600 mm) is always preferable.
Ensure that the drainage hose has no kinks.
Connect the machine by plugging it into an
earthed wall socket. The electrical wall socket
must be placed outside of the installation area
to be easily accessible.
CAUTION!
If this appliance is supplied from a cord
extensions set or electrical portable outlet
device, the cord extension ser or electrical
portable outlet device must be positioned so
that it is not subject to splashing or ingress of
moisture.
600--900 mm
The machine can also be connected to the drain
via a spigot connection. In this case the hose
should also be 600-900 mm above the floor. The
internal diameter of the hole should be at least
18 mm.
• Cut the nipple
• Remove burrs from the hole.
See the illustration.
At least 18 mm
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Electrical installation
Connection on delivery
The machine is supplied as 1-Phase, 230-240
V, 50-60 Hz, heat output 2000 W and has a 10 A
plug. Any residual current devices must be type
A.
NOTE!
Repairs and maintenance must be carried out
by a qualified professional.
Service
Before contacting the service
division
Model Number
Before you contact the service division, make
sure that you know the model number (located
on the front panel), and serial number.
The model designation can be found on the
panel. The type designation and serial number
can be found on the type plate on the inside of
the washer door.
Serial Number
Type designation
TYPE
Serial number(8 tal)
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Your notes
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Your notes
QUICK GUIDE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
SORT THE WASHING, OPEN THE WASHER DOOR
AND LOAD THE WASHING
Refasten zips.
Look at the item’s laundry label.
Sort the washing according to how soiled it is, colour and material.
NB! Place underwired bras in a laundry net.
TURN ON THE MAIN POWER SWITCH
ADD DETERGENT AND FABRIC SOFTENER, AS
REQUIRED
The detergent packaging will have recommendations for how much
detergent you should use. With only a small amount of washing in the
machine, you can reduce the amount of detergent used.
SELECT A PROGRAMME
You select a programme by turning the programme selector. The
selected programme is shown in the display.
CLOSE THE WASHER DOOR AND PRESS THE
START BUTTON
The time remaining is shown in hours and minutes.
We reserve the right to make changes.
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