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This option enhances washing performance by generating steam to inhibit
the proliferation of the main bad odour sources inside the machine. After
steam phase, the washing machine will perform gentle tumbling through
slow rotations of the drum. option starts after the cycle ends for a
maximum duration of 6h and you can interrupt at any time by pressing any
button on control panel or turning the knob.
(*) Wait around 5’ before open the door.
Steam Hygiene
This option enhances washing performance by generating steam during
the wash cycle that eliminates any bacteria from bres while treating them
at the same time. Place the laundry in the drum, choose a compatible
programme and select option “ “.
! The steam generated during washing machine operation may cause the
porthole door to become hazy.
Easy Iron
By selecting this function, the wash and the spin cycles will be modied in
order to reduce the formation of creases.
Temperature
Every programme has a predened temperature. If you want to change the
temperature, press the “Temperature” button. The value appears on the
display.
Spin
Every programme has a predened spin speed. If you want to change the
spin speed, press the “Spin” button. The value appears on the display.
Demo mode
To deactivate this function, switch the washing machine OFF. Than press
and hold “Start/Pause” button, within 5 seconds press also
“ON/OFF” button and hold both buttons for 2 seconds.
KEY LOCK
To lock the control panel, press and hold the “KEY LOCK” button for
approximately 3 seconds. When the display visualises “KEY LOCK ON” the
control panel is locked (with the exception of the ON/OFF button). This
prevents unintentional changes to programmes, especially with children
near the machine. To unlock the control panel, press and hold the “KEY LOCK”
button for approximately 3 seconds.
BLEACHING
If you wish to bleach the laundry, load the washing machine and set the
“Rinse+Spin” programme.
Start the machine and wait for it to complete the rst water lling cycle
(roughly 2 minutes). Put the machine in pause mode by pressing the
“Start/Pause” button , open the detergent drawer and pour the bleach
(observe the recommended doses indicated on the package) into the
main wash compartment where the partition was previously mounted.
Restart the cycle by pressing the “Start/Pause” button .
If desired, it is possible to add fabric softener into the appropriate
compartment of the detergent drawer.
HINTS AND TIPS
Sort your laundry according to
Type of fabric/care label (cotton, mixed bres, synthetics, wool, handwash
items). Colour (separate coloured and white items, wash new coloured
items separately). Delicates (wash small items – like nylon stockings – and
items with hooks – like bras – in a cloth bag or pillow case with zip).
Empty all pockets
Objects like coins or lighters can damage your laundry as well as the drum.
Follow the dosage recommendation / additives
It optimizes the cleaning result, it avoids irritating residues of surplus
detergent in your laundry and it saves money by avoiding waste of surplus
detergent
Use low temperature and longer duration
The most ecient programmes in terms of energy consumption are
generally those that perform at lower temperatures and longer duration.
Observe the load sizes
Load your washing machine up to the capacity indicated in the
“PROGRAMME CHART” table to save water and energy.
Noise and remaining moisture content
They are inuenced by the spinning speed: the higher the spinning speed
in the spinning phase, the higher the noise and the lower the remaining
moisture content.
DESCALE AND CLEAN PROCEDURE
A message on the display will regularly (roughly every 50 cycles) advise the
user to run an automatic cleaning cycle to clean the washing machine and
combat limescale build-up and bad odours.
For optimal maintenance we suggest using WPRO Limescale and grease
remover, according to the instructions shown on the package. The product
can be purchased by contacting the technical assistance service or through
the website www.whirlpool.eu.
Whirlpool declines all liability for any damages to the appliance caused by the
use of other cleaning products for washing machines available on the market.
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
For any cleaning and maintenance, switch o and unplug the washing
machine. Do not use ammable uids to clean the washing machine.
Clean and maintain your washing machine periodically (at least 4 times per
year).
Cleaning the outside of the washing machine
Use a soft damp cloth to clean the outer parts of the washing machine. Do
not use glass or general purpose cleaners, scouring powder or similar to
clean the control panel – these substances might damage the printing
Checking the water supply hose
Check the inlet hose regularly for brittleness and cracks. If damaged, replace
it by a new hose available through our After-Sales Service or your specialist
dealer. Depending on the hose type:
If the inlet hose has a transparent coating, periodically check if the colour
intensies locally. If yes, the hose may have a leak and should be replaced.
Cleaning the water lter / draining residual water
If you used a hot wash programme, wait until the water has cooled down before
draining any water. Clean the water lter regularly, to avoid that the water
cannot drain after the wash due to obstruction of the lter. If the water cannot
drain, the display indicates that the water lter may be clogged.
Remove the plinth by using the removable plastic partition of the detergent
dispenser: push downwards one side of the plinth with your hand, then
push the removable plastic partition into the gap between plinth and front
panel and pry open the plinth. Place a broad, at container beneath the
water lter, to collect the drain water. Slowly turn the lter counterclockwise
until water ows out. Let the water ow out, without removing the lter.
When the container is full, close the water lter by turning it in clockwise.
Empty the container. Repeat this procedure until all the water has drained.
Lay a cotton cloth beneath the water lter, which can absorb a small
amount of rest water. Then remove the water lter by turning it out anti
clockwise. Clean the water lter: remove residues in the lter and clean it
under running water. Insert the water lter and reinstall the plinth: Reinsert
the water lter again by turning it in clockwise direction. Make sure to turn
it in as far as it goes; the lter handle must be in vertical position. To test
water tightness of the water lter, you can pour about 1 liter of water into
the detergent dispenser. Then reinstall the plinth.
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
Remove the detergent dispenser by pressing on the release button and at
the same time pulling out the detergent dispenser. Remove the insert from
the detergent dispenser, as well as the insert of the softener compartment.
Clean all parts under running water, removing all detergent or softener
residues. Wipe the parts dry with a soft cloth. Reinstall the detergent
dispenser and push it back into the detergent compartment.
ACCESSORIES
Contact our After-Sales Service to check if the following accessories are
available for your washing machine model.
Stacking kit shelf
By which your dryer can be xed on top of your washing machine to save
space and to facilitate loading and unloading your washing machine in the
higher position.
TRANSPORT AND HANDLING
Never lift the washing machine by holding it at the worktop.
Pull out the mains plug, and close the water tap. Make sure that door and
detergent dispenser are properly closed. Disconnect the inlet hose from the
water tap, and remove the drain hose from your draining point. Remove all
rest water from the hoses, and x them so that they cannot get damaged
during transport. Ret the transport bolts. Follow the instructions for
removing the transport bolts in the INSTALLATION GUIDE in reverse order.
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