User manual WHIRLPOOL AWM 8000/1 INSTRUCTION FOR USE

[. . . ] 3gb15103. fm Page 4 Friday, August 27, 2004 6:52 PM CONTENTS BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE FIRST WASH CYCLE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE CHILD LOCK DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER REMOVING THE FILTER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER SALES SERVICE TRANSPORT AND HANDLING INSTALLATION ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Black process 45. 0° 150. 0 LPI 3gb15103. fm Page 5 Friday, August 27, 2004 6:52 PM BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE 1. Remove the packaging and check • After unpacking, make sure that the washing machine is undamaged. • Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, polystyrene parts, etc. ) out of reach of children, since it is a possible source of danger. 5. Drain hose • Connect the drain hose to the ventilated siphon or hook it over the edge of a sink by means of the “U” bend (see “Installation/Connect the water drain hose”). 6. Electrical connections • Electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified electrician in compliance with the manufacturer's instructions and local safety regulations. • Voltage information, power consumption and electrical fusing data are supplied on the front panel behind the door frame. • The appliance must be connected to the mains exclusively by means of a socket with an earth connection in accordance with established regulations. [. . . ] • Do not use solvents (turpentine, benzine, etc. ) Do not machine wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents or flammable liquids. • You can use liquid detergent in the "Prewash" phase for programmes with this option. In this case put only powder detergents in the compartment for the main wash . • When using concentrated fabric softeners, dilute with water in the detergent dispenser up to "MAX" level mark. • To prevent dispensing problems when using highly concentrated powder and liquid detergents, use the special detergent ball or bag supplied with the detergent and place it directly inside the drum. If you use gel-type detergent, please use the powder detergent insert setting. Powder detergent remains in the detergent dispenser until the programme starts, but liquid detergents can run out of the detergent dispenser. Set the “Rinse and Spin” programme, reduce the speed to ca. Pull the detergent dispenser out until you can see about 3 cm of the chamber. While the water is running into the detergent dispenser, pour the starch solution into the chamber. If there are starch residues in the detergent dispenser after the end of the programme, clean it if necessary (see "Care and Maintenance"). Observe also the starch manufacturer's information. 10 Black process 45. 0° 150. 0 LPI 3gb15103. fm Page 11 Friday, August 27, 2004 6:52 PM DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER Draining Residual Water Residual water should be removed: • before moving a washing machine (relocation), • when installing in areas prone to frost and • before removing the filter. Before emptying the residual water, switch the appliance off and unplug it from the mains socket Make sure that the water has cooled before draining 2. Turn the slot through 180°, so that the dot points to the open lock. Remove the hose, place a low container underneath and pull the cap from the hose. Put the hose in the cover, fold the cover up and close the cover using the detergent dispenser insert or a coin. • Check the seal folds for foreign bodies periodically. Detergent dispenser 1. Press the release lever in the prewash compartment down and pull out the dispenser. Replace the separate parts in the detergent dispenser and slide the dispenser back into the opening. Periodically check and clean the mesh filters in the water connection. 1. Turn on the tap and ensure that the connections are watertight. 13 Black process 45. 0° 150. 0 LPI 3gb15103. fm Page 14 Friday, August 27, 2004 6:52 PM TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE This washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and react appropriately. Often, however, the faults detected are small enough to be solved in a matter of minutes. For example: Final spin results are poor: The appliance has an imbalance detection and correction system. [. . . ] • The service code (number after the word SERVICE). The After-Sales Service sticker is on the front panel behind the door frame. • Your full address. AfterSales Service phone numbers and addresses are given on the guarantee card or consult the local dealer. TRANSPORT AND HANDLING 1. Pull out the power plug. 5. Always fit the transit bolts (see “Installation/Remove transit bolts”). 16 Black process 45. 0° 150. 0 LPI 3gb15103. fm Page 17 Friday, August 27, 2004 6:52 PM INSTALLATION Remove the transit bolts 1. To do this, insert the caps in the wide part of the hole in the direction of the arrow and push them into the narrow groove until they click into place. [. . . ]