Asko W68843W Operating Instructions Manual
Asko W68843W is a washing machine with a variety of features to help you get the most out of your laundry. It has a large capacity, so you can wash more clothes at once, and it's energy-efficient, so you can save money on your utility bills. The machine also has a variety of wash cycles to choose from, so you can customize your wash to the specific needs of your clothes.
Some of the key features of the Asko W68843W include:
- Large capacity: The machine can hold up to 9 pounds of laundry, so you can wash more clothes at once.
- Energy-efficient: The machine is Energy Star certified, so you can save money on your utility bills.
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Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing this quality product from ASKO.
We hope it will meet your expectations and fulfill 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 W68843W
WARNING: Read the instructions before using the machine.
Contents
Before using your machine for the first time
Asthma and Allergy labelling
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!
Description of the washing machine
Dispenser
Advice and tips before washing
Sorting your laundry
Clothing
Laundry labels
Laundry label symbols
Coloured cotton
Wool
Rayon fibres and synthetic fibres
Save time and energy
High water level
Economy and efficiency
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Detergents
Dyeing fabrics
Washing
Sort your laundry.
Turn on the main power switch
Open the washer door and load the washing
Add detergent and fabric softener, as required
Select the programme
Select options
Close the washer door and press the Start button
Once the program has finished
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Settings 19
You can change the following settings: 19
Child-safe
Language
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Temperature
Extra rinses
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Care and cleaning 20
Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump 20
Cleaning the detergent compartment 20
Cleaning the outside of the machine
Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid unpleasant smells
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Rinse holes under the agitator
If you have hard water
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Original instruction
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Contents
Troubleshooting
The washer door will not open
Opening the door in an emergency
The machine will not start
After power failure
Wet washing still in the machine
Error messages
Close the Door
Over flow fault
Water outlet fault
Water inlet fault
Wash motor fault
Unbalance
Technical information
Information for test institute
Energy labelling
Technical data
Transport protection
Installation
Positioning the washing machine
Adjusting the feet
Connection to water supply
Drainage connection
Electrical installation
Service
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Quick guide 32
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Before using your machine for the first time
Asthma and Allergy labelling
The washing machine you have purchased is recommended by the Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association (Astma- och
Allergiförbundet) and the Norwegian Asthma and Allergy Association (Norges Astma- og
Allergiforbund), which means that we offer allergy sufferers unique possibilities. In order to optimise the results, you must participate actively in its use. Below we offer some simple advice that will become a natural part of your use of our product, providing good opportunities for minimising the potential effects of handling washing.
• Choose a detergent recommended by the
Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association and the Norwegian Asthma and Allergy
Association. Also remember to use different detergents for different types of washing.
You can read more about detergents in the
”Advice and tips before washing” chapter.
• In order to minimise the amount of excess detergent left in clean washing, you must use the right dose. To do this, you need to know the water hardness in your area.
We recommend that you find out the local water hardness and make a note of it in the detergent recommendations in chapter
”Advice and tips before washing”, so that you can always easily check how much detergent to use. You can read more about water hardness later in this chapter.
• In order to wash at the right temperature and to use the right detergent, it is important that you correctly sort your washing. You can read more about this in the ”Advice and tips before washing” chapter.
• This machine has two wash programmes specially adapted to the recommendations of the Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association and the Norwegian Asthma and Allergy
Association – Allergy Cotton and Allergy
Synthetic. These programmes differ from the other programmes in terms of recommended load, water consumption, and energy consumption.
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• To further improve rinse performance, you can select the Super Rinse option. This option increases the number of rinses; however, the number of rinses varies depending on the programme selected.
• It is important to clean the detergent compartment regularly. How often depends on how much detergent and which type of detergent you use. You can read more about cleaning the detergent compartment in chapter ”Care and cleaning”.
• In order to keep the machine in good condition, and to prevent a build-up of excess detergent and other residue in the machine, it is important to clean the machine regularly. This washing machine has a unique programme for cleaning the inside of the machine. We recommend running the
Cleaning programme when the machine is new and then once a month or as often as you feel necessary.
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, AU English, Svenska, Dansk,
Norsk, Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano,
Espanol, Русский, Nederlands, EU English.
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 of water and electricity, if required, should be carried out by a qualified professional.
• 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 relating to safety or performance 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 from the 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.
Installation
See the "Installation" chapter.
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.
Child safety
Keep an eye on children!
• Always close the washer door and start the programme immediately after you have added detergent.
• Do not allow small children to use or play with the washing machine.
• Store detergent and fabric softener out of the reach of children.
• You can activate the Child-safe start option to prevent children from starting the machine.
Activate child safety catch (for detergent compartment)
On the inside of the detergent compartment is a child safety catch.
When the child safety catch is activated you must press the release button to pull out the detergent compartment.
Activated child safety catch
Inactivated child safety catch
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Description of the washing machine
3 1. Main power switch
2. Dispenser
3. Programme panel
4. Serial number plate (on inside of washer door)
5. Drainage pump cover
6. Drainage pump (behind cover)
7. 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 programmes. Always follow the washing instructions for each garment.
Laundry labels Material Program
Cotton, linen, white and light-coloured items.
Everyday wash 60 °C to 90 °C
Cotton, linen, cotton/polyester. Light and dark-coloured garments.
Acrylic, viscose,modal, acetate, polyester, polyamide and elastane. Light and dark-coloured garments.
Quick 60 °C
Easy Care 40 °C
Wool, silk and other very delicate garments Wool/hand wash 30 °C to 40 °C
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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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Wool
These fabrics are labelled either machine wash or hand wash. The Wool/hand wash programme 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
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.
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Viscose and acetates are fragile when wet.
Save time and energy
Use the Everyday wash programme to save time and energy. This programme has a shorter main wash than Standard cotton
60 °C 40 °C
, 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.
High water level is used automatically in the
Wool/Hand programme.
Economy and efficiency
You can save a lot of energy by not using higher temperature programs than necessary.
• 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 Standard cotton
60 °C 40 °C programmes.
• Avoid pre-washing. Modern machines and detergents clean effectively without prewashing. Pre-washing is only necessary for heavily soiled washing.
Detergents
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. Try to use less detergent, and increase only if you are not satisfied with the results.
Dyeing fabrics
If you want to dye fabrics in the machine, select the Everyday wash programme 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.
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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.
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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 door. Load the washing.
The wash programme chart shows how much washing can be washed with each programme.
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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 8 kg of washing.
If you only have a small amount of laundry in the machine, you can reduce the amount of detergent used.
Follow the manufacturers' recommendations as regards which type of detergent is suitable for which temperature.
For the allergy programmes Allergy Cotton and Allergy Synthetic, the Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association recommends using an unscented detergent and fabric softener.
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 programme without prewash.
NOTE!
Detergent overdosing does not give better washing results; it merely causes a greater impact on the environment.
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.
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Do not fill above the compartment’s maximum fill level. Otherwise fabric softener will run in too early, which impairs the washing effect.
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Select the programme
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 "Select options".
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 programme time by pressing + or - on the Time button. The symbol for the programme lights beside the selected time. You can choose a programme time between 30 minutes and 3 hours. If you choose a 30-minute programme time the maximum wash temperature will be 30 °C
3. Heavy
Programme 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 programme time and water consumption to the load size.
4. Standard cotton
60 °C 40 °C
Program for normally to heavily soiled laundry, whites and colors. You can select the temperature freely, so follow the washing instructions for each garment. 60°C is a good 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 programme 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.
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
Programme for synthetic, mixed fibre and easy care cotton. The programme 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.
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8. Synthetics
Programme 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.
9. Wool/hand wash
A gentle laundry programme for wool, silk and garments that should be washed by hand. The highest temperature is 30 °C. This programme has a short spin. The maximum spin speed is
800 rpm.
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.
11. Spin
Used to just spin the wash.
12. Drain
Used when you only want to drain the water from the machine.
13. Allergy Cotton
A programme for normally to heavily soiled cotton and blended materials, whites and colours. The temperature can be selected freely between 40 °C and 90 °C. The maximum spin speed is 1600 rpm. In order to benefit from the unique advantages of this programme – which is based on the criteria of the Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association – we recommend that you avoid overloading the machine. The programme is optimised for 4,6 kg of laundry, which provides good conditions for a good rinse result.
14. Allergy Synthetic
This programme is for synthetic fabrics and delicate garments and fabrics, whites and colours. The temperature can be selected freely between 40 °C and 60 °C. The maximum spin speed is 1200 rpm. In order to benefit from the unique advantages of this programme – which is based on the criteria of the Swedish Asthma and Allergy Association – we recommend that you avoid overloading the machine. The programme is optimised for 2,3 kg of laundry, which provides good conditions for a good rinse result. This programme also works very well for freshening up lightly soiled cotton garments, in which case you should select 60 °C.
15. Cleaning
This machine is equipped with a programme for automatic cleaning. This programme features a higher water level and maintains a temperature of at least 72 °C for more than five minutes during the cleaning phase. The machine is then thoroughly rinsed several times. We recommend running this programme when the machine is new and then once a month or as often as you feel necessary.
NOTE!
When running the Cleaning programme, the drum and detergent compartment must be empty. Lift the insert out of the detergent compartment and clean the detergent compartment before starting the machine.
The Allergy Cotton, Allergy Synthetic and
Cleaning programmes have been developed together with the Swedish Asthma and Allergy
Association (Astmaoch Allergiförbundet).
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Programme chart
Program
1. Auto
2. Time program
3. Heavy
4. Standard cotton
60 °C 40 °C
5. Everyday wash
6. Quick
7. Easy Care
8. Synthetics
9. Wool/hand wash
10. Rinse
11. Spin
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Drain
13. Allergy Cotton
14. Allergy Synthetic
15. Cleaning
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40 3)
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60 2)
40 2)
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Number of Rinses
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Spin Speed rpm
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1200
800
800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1800
1200
Remaining moistur
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60
30
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85
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60
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70 consumption (appr consumption (appr
2,2 2:45
1,1
2,0
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0,67/0,48** 2:40/2:10**
1,2 1:40
0,45
0,5
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0,1
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1) Short programme for test institutes, max. 1/2 load.
2) Test programme for cold water connection in accordance with EN 60456. For large volumes of detergent we recommend removing the insert and adding detergent directly to the detergent compartment.
3) 40 °C programme for test institutes. The 40 °C option must be selected.
The above table presents a few examples of the energy, water and time consumption of a few different programme settings. Consumption can vary depending on water pressure, water hardness, water supply temperature, room temperature, load weight and content, variations in the power supply and selected options. In the examples provided here the rinse setting is set to Normal and no options are selected.
If you use large amounts of detergent, such as non-compact powder, and find that the amount you want to use does not fit in the compartment, you can remove the insert and dose directly in the compartment. We recommend that all test institutes remove the insert for large volumes of detergent.
Adjustment of the displayed washing time
Advanced technology allows the appliance to sense the amount of laundry and add the required amount of water during the washing process. Depending on the washing load, washing time can be longer or shorter and the time displayed will be adjusted accordingly.
Moreover, displayed washing time may change due to differences in inlet water temperature.
At low inlet water temperatures, washing time can be longer; at higher temperatures, it can be shorter.
Unevenly distributed laundry or lumps of laundry in the washing machine drum can cause problems such as vibration and noisy operation.
The appliance can sense such lumps and will try to redistribute the laundry. Smaller loads
(e.g. one towel, one sweater, one bathrobe etc.) or clothes made of materials with special geometrical properties are virtually impossible to distribute evenly across the washing machine drum (slippers, large items etc.). This results in several attempts to redistribute the laundry, which in turn leads to longer program duration.
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Select 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 symbols lights up when you press the button. The machine will remember the options you select for each programme (with one exception – Delayed Start). You can still change the selected options the next time you select the programme in question.
Temperature
• Select the temperature by pressing the -/+ buttons until the desired temperature is displayed.
• You can select temperatures between Cold
(-) and 90 °C. If you select Cold, the washing temperature will be the same as that of the water entering the machine. For Wool/hand wash you cannot choose a temperature higher than 40 °C. For Time program 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
1800 rpm, 0 (no spin) or No D(no drain).
The maximum spin speed varies according to the programme selected. The speed is shown in the display.
• 0 , means that the programme does not include a spin cycle and ends by draining.
• No D, No drain means that the programme 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 programme has ended you must select the Spin or Drain programme 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 + and - 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 up 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 Start for three seconds.
NOTE!
Remember to press the Start button to start the programme.
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.
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 feature prevents the garments from lying in the same position and getting creased if you are unable to remove them immediately.
• 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 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.
• Select Super wash by pressing the button under the symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this option is activated.
Pre-soak
If the washing is stained with blood, for example, we recommend a presoak. The washing will soak in cold water for two hours before the wash programme starts.
• Select Presoak by pressing the button under the symbol.
• The symbol above the button lights when this option is activated.
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Close the washer door and press the Start button
Time remaining
The time remaining is shown in hours and minutes. Once a programme is selected, the estimated programme 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 programme time is longer than the previous wash with the same programme, "0:01" will be displayed until the programme finishes. This is normal! The next time you use the programme under similar conditions, the estimated programme time will be more accurate.
Stopping or changing a programme
You can stop a programme by pressing the
Start 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 .
NOTE!
Do not open the detergent compartment while the machine is running.
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Once the program has finished
The text "Done" is shown on the display for 2 minutes. The machine then turns off.
Once the program is finished, the washer door will automatically unlock.
• Open the door and remove the laundry.
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.
Settings
You can change the following settings:
• Child-safe
• Language
• Temperature
• Extra rinses
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 programme 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 programme menu.
Child-safe
You can activate the Child-safe start option to prevent children from starting the machine.
1. Turn the programme selector and choose
"Child-safe 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.
Language
1. Turn the programme selector to choose from:
US English, AU English, Svenska, Dansk,
Norsk, Suomi, Français, Deutsch, Italiano,
Espanol, Русский, Nederlands, EU English.
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 Standard cotton
60 °C 40 °C and Everyday wash programmes. If you want to increase the number of rinses to five for these programmes, do as follows:
1. Turn the programme selector and select
"Rinses On" for five rinses or "Rinses Off" for three rinses.
2. Press the Stop button once to save the setting.
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Care and cleaning
Cleaning the trap and the drainage pump
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.
Cleaning the detergent compartment
Pull out the detergent compartment using the release button.
2. Open the door.
Rinse the compartment and scrub it clean. The cover in the fabric softener compartment can be removed.
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!
Do not hose down the machine with water!
6. Screw on the cover, replace the drainage hose on the hatch pin and close the hatch.
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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 90 °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.
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.
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.
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 90 °C programme.
Repeat if necessary.
2. Use your other hand to grasp the agitator and pull it towards you.
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Troubleshooting
The washer door will not open
• Check that the main power switch is on.
• 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 program 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 washing machine door.
After use, store the emergency door opening key (C) in the dedicated compartment (B) (see image in the section Dispenser).
If in the future the washer door does not open when the wash programme has finished, call the service division.
The machine will not start
1. Is the washing machine door properly closed? Push it firmly. Then 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 program.
Wet washing still in the machine
A small load can occasionally cause an imbalance Unbalance (see “Unbalance”).
Rearrange the load and start the spin programme, or load more washing and restart the washing programme.
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Troubleshooting
Error messages
If an error occurs during the program a message is shown on the display. To exit the message after taking measures, turn the machine off and then back on.
The error messages that may be shown in the display are:
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.
Water inlet fault
Check:
• that the tap on the water pipe is open.
• that the filter in the machine’s water intake is not blocked.
Action:
1. Shut off the water tap and unscrew the hose.
2. Clean the filter in the inlet 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.
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.
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Technical information
Information on energy labelling
Information sheet, in compliance with Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No. 1061/2010
ASKO
Model designation:
Max. washing capacity:
Energy efficiency class:
Annual energy consumption (AE
C
):
Energy consumption
Standard cotton 60 °C with full load (E t,60
):
Standard cotton 60 °C with half load (E t,60½
):
Standard cotton 40 °C with half load (E t,40½
):
Power consumption
Off-mode (P o
):
Left-on mode (P l
):
Annual water consumption (AW
C
):
Spin-drying efficiency class:
Maximum spin speed:
Remaining moisture content:
Washing program:
Programme time
Standard cotton 60 °C with full load (T t,60
):
Standard cotton 60 °C with half load (T t,60½
):
Standard cotton 40 °C with half load (T t,40½
):
Noise emissions:
Wash phase:
Spin phase:
W68843W
8 kg
A+++
190 kWh per year 1)
1,10 kWh
0,83 kWh
0,48 kWh
0,40 W
0,50 W
10340 litres per year 2)
A 3)
1800 rpm
43 %
Standard cotton 4)
60 °C 40 °C
170 minutes
140 minutes
130 minutes
46 dB(A) re 1 pW
72 dB(A) re 1 pW
1) Based on 220 standard cleaning cycles for Standard cotton 60 °C and 40 °C
The actual energy consumption will depend on how the machine is used.
full and half load, and consumption in accordance with the low power modes.
2) Based on 220 standard cleaning cycles for Standard cotton is used.
60 °C and 40 °C full and half load. The actual water consumption will depend on how the machine
3) Spin-drying efficiency class on a scale from G (least efficient) to A (most efficient).
4) Standard cotton 60 °C and 40 °C are the standard wash programmes used to compile the information for energy labelling. These programmes are intended for washing normally soiled cotton textiles and are the most effective programmes in terms of combined energy and water consumption. The actual water temperature may deviate from the specified cycle temperature.
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Technical information
Information for test institute
Program
Auto 1)
Standard cotton
Easy care 3)
2)
Max. load
1/2
1/1
1/2
Temp. °C
60 °C 40 °C
40
1) Short programme for test institutes, max. 1/2 load.
2) Test programme for cold water connection in accordance with EN 60456. For large volumes of detergent we recommend removing the insert and adding detergent directly to the detergent compartment.
3) 40 °C programme for test institutes. The 40 °C option must be selected.
Energy labelling
European test standard:
Washing program:
Connection:
Test method for noise measurement:
EN 60456
Standard cotton
60 °C 40 °C
, 8 kg cotton
Cold water 15 °C
IEC-60704-2-4
Technical data
Height:
Width:
Depth:
Weight:
Cylinder volume:
Rated power:
Heater output:
Water pressure:
Wash drum and liquid compartment material:
Outer casing material:
Water connection:
Drain:
850 mm
595 mm
585 mm
76 kg
60 l
See type plate.
See type plate.
0,1-1 MPa
1-10 kp/cm 2
10-100 N/cm 2
Stainless steel
Powder-coated and hot-galvanized sheet steel or stainless steel.
1,5 m pex pipe
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.
1. Loosen and remove the bolts as illustrated below.
2. To remove the plastic plugs that held the bolts, squeeze together and pull out.
NOTE!
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
Designation
Screw
Plastic plug, transport lock
Order three of each item!
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Installation
Positioning the washing machine
The washing machine can be installed as a built-in or freestanding unit. Position the machine so that the electrical plug is easily accessible.
A. Built-in
The washing machine can be installed under a counter top with a working height of 850-900 mm. Leave a 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.
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.
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/cm 2 ; 10–100N/cm 2 ). 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 the water supply.
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.
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.
Electrical installation
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.
Connection on delivery
The machine is supplied as 1-Phase, 220-
230 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 relating to safety or performance must be carried out by a qualified professional.
At least 18 mm
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Service
Before contacting the service division
Before you contact the service division, make sure that you know the model designation, type designation 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.
Model designation
Type plate
TYPE
Type designation
Serial number (8 tal)
Residential ASKO Products Used
Exclusively for Household/Personal
Purposes:
Two (2) Years limited Warranty – Any warranty service claims for residential ASKO Products must be fi led with ASKO within two (2) years from date of purchase. Service will be provided during normal business hours.
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Your notes
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Your notes
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QUICK GUIDE
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
SORT THE WASHING, OPEN THE WASHING MACHINE
DOOR AND LOAD THE WASHING
Close zips.
Look at the item’s laundry label.
Sort the washing according to how soiled it is, colour and material.
NB! Place underwire 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.
WM70.2
W68843W
Gorenje, Partizanska 12, 3320 Velenje, Slovenija www.asko.com
510631 en (05-16)
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