Groupe Brandt WFH1686K Owner's manual

Brand: Groupe Brandt

Model: WFH1686K

Category: Washing machines

Type: Owner's manual

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WFH1486K

Groupe Brandt WFH1686K is a washing machine designed for domestic use, featuring various functions to efficiently clean and care for your laundry. With its capacity to handle up to 8kg of laundry, it's suitable for medium to large households. It offers a range of washing programs tailored to different fabric types and levels of dirt, ensuring optimal results for each load. Additionally, the machine incorporates safety systems to protect against incidents like unbalanced loads and flooding, providing peace of mind during operation.

You will encounter the following symbols as your read these instructions. They mean:

Safety instructions (for you, for your machine or for your washing) which must be

carefully observed.

Electrical risk

Important information and instructions

Contents

Page

• Safety instructions................................................................................................. 83

• The environment and tips on saving energy ................................................................ 83

• Description of the machine ............................................................................................ 84

1 - How to install your machine for the first time

• Removing the transport clamps from your machine .................................................. 85

• Preparing to install your machine .................................................................................. 86

• Installation under a worktop .......................................................................................... 86

• Connecting the water supply.......................................................................................... 87

• Connecting to the drain .................................................................................................. 88

• Connecting to the electricity supply .............................................................................. 88

2 - How to operate your machine

• Preparing your washing (sorting, colour test, loads and checks) ............................ 89

•Loading the washing ...................................................................................................... 90

• Loading the washing products ...................................................................................... 90

• Programming / cancelling a programme ........................................................... 91 to 94

• Details of the functions ........................................................................................95 to 96

• Altering a washing programme ...................................................................................... 96

• Automatic safety systems .............................................................................................. 97

3 - General maintenance

• Cleaning the machine and the internal components .................................................. 98

• Risk of frost.......................................................................................................... 98

• Checking and replacing the hoses ................................................................................ 98

• Cleaning the products' box ............................................................................................ 98

• Cleaning the filters ............................................................................................ 99

4 - Incidents that may arise

• The cycle does not start .................................................................................................. 100

• Heavy vibrations during spin .......................................................................................... 100

• The washing is not spun or is not spun enough ........................................................ 100

• A pool of water forms around the machine.................................................................. 100

• The machine does not drain .......................................................................................... 100

• The door does not open .................................................................................................. 100

• The machine refuses to accept a programme ............................................................ 100

5 - Particular messages provided by the indicator lights or on the display

• Problems that you can rectify yourself ........................................................................ 101

• Problems requiring a service engineer ........................................................................ 101

Before you start your machine, please read these instructions carefully. This will enable

you to familiarise yourself with its operation very quickly

Safety instructions

•To avoid damaging your machine and your

washing, your machine must only be used

for the purpose for which it has been

designed. Only use washing and

maintenance products certified as being

for use in domestic washing machines.

•If you treat your washing with stain

removers, solvents and, in general, any

inflammable or potentially explosive

product, do not put them into the machine

immediately (see the section on

"TREATING STUBBORN STAINS").

Furthermore, you are strongly

recommended not to use solvents or

products in an aerosol can near to your

machine or, any electrical appliance in

general, in a poorly ventilated room (risk of

fire and explosion).

•If an incident should occur, which you

cannot resolve using the remedies we

recommend (see the section on

"INCIDENTS THAT MAY ARISE"), call a

professional service engineer.

•When making a new installation, the

machine must be connected to the water

supply with a new hose. The old hose must

not be re-used. Check the water and drain

hoses regularly: this will help you avoid

water damage.

•Do not allow children to play with the

machine and keep pets away from it.

•Worn-out machines must immediately be

rendered unusable. Unplug the power cable

and cut it off next to the machine. Shut

off the water supply and remove the hose.

Break the lock on the machine's door.

You must comply with the following instructions. We will refuse any liability and rescind

the guarantee if these recommendations are not observed, which can cause damage to

equipment or physical injury.

This machine is designed solely for domestic use, for washing, rinsing and spinning

machine-washable textiles.

The environment and tips on saving energy

•Only programme a pre-wash when it is

absolutely necessary: e.g. for sportswear or

very dirty working clothes, etc.

•If your washing is only slightly or moderately

dirty, a low temperature programme is quite

enough to provide you with a perfect result.

•For only slightly dirty washing, select a short

washing cycle ("Rapid", "Express" or

"FLASH", depending on the model).

•Use an amount of detergent to suit the

hardness of the water, the quantity of washing

and how dirty it is. Always follow the

instructions on the detergent pack.

•Both the packaging and the component

parts of your machine use recyclable

materials. Please bear this in mind when

disposing of them.

Please contact your dealer or the technical

Services Department in your town regarding

how to dispose of them appropriately, in

an environmentally friendly manner.

Door Opener

Description of the machine

Control panel

Detergent Dispensing Drawer

Drain pump access hatch

Button to open

the drain pump access hatch

Door

Water supply connection

Securing screw

Electrical power cable

Top

Fixing screw for the top of the machine

Adjustable feet

Drain hose

YOU MUST PERFORM THE OPERATIONS DESCRIBED BELOW BEFORE

USING THE MACHINE

These operations consist of removing all the elements designed to immobilize your

machine's internal components while it is being transported.

These so-called "releasing" operations are required for your machine to operate properly

and to comply with the prevailing safety standards.

If you do not perform these operations completely, this can cause severe damage to your

machine while it is operating.

Removing the transport clamps from your machine

1 -Remove the transport clamps before you

start your machine. These are the screws

marked “C”

(Figure1).

2 -Use a spanner to unscrew the “C” screws

anti-clockwise

(Fig. 2)

until you can

remove them by hand.

3 -Finish removing the “C” screws and their

rubber seals by pulling them towards you

(Fig. 3)

To facilitate this operation, pour a drop

of washing-up liquid on the screws and

release them a little at a time, working

from top to bottom.

4 - You must block up the holes left by

the "C" screws with the covers provided

(in the accessories bag).

Your machine was scrupulously checked

before it left the factory: you may therefore

notice the presence of a small amount of

water in the drum or in the products' box.

We advise you to keep all the clamping

components because these must be re-

inserted if you subsequently have to

transport your machine.

Fig. 2

Fig. 3

Fig. 1

Your machine's surroundings:

If you are installing your machine next

to another appliance or a unit, we

recommend that you always leave a gap

between them to help the air to circulate.

On the other hand, we would strongly

advise you NOT:

- To install your machine in a damp,

poorly ventilated room.

- To install your machine in a location

where it could be splashed with water.

- To install your machine on a carpeted

floor.

If you cannot avoid this, take every

precaution against obstructing the air

flow to the base of the machine to

ensure good ventilation for the

machine's internal components.

Levelling:

Use a spirit level to check that the floor is

horizontal: maximum slope: 2°, i.e. a

discrepancy of approximately 1cm over the

width and 1.5cm over the depth of the

machine.

Adjusting the feet:

To ensure that your machine operates safely

and quietly, its feet must be fitted. Your

machine is supplied with two adjustable feet.

If your machine is unstable,

- Unscrew the white plastic lock nut,

- Screw or unscrew the adjustable feet until

your machine is perfectly balanced,

- Once the feet have been set, tighten the

bolt to retain your setting.

Preparing to install your machine

Installation under a worktop

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

If you wish to install your washing machine

under a worktop, you must remove the top

of the machine

(Fig. 5)

Ensure that your machine is not

connected to the electricity supply.

Unscrew and remove the two screws holding

the top at the back of the machine

Pull the top gently towards you to release it and

then lift and remove it.

Connecting your machine

Connecting to the cold water

supply

Connect the water hose

(Fig. 6)

- By screwing the elbowed end to the

connection on the back of the machine

- By screwing the other end to a tap fitted

with a threaded end piece diameter 20x27

(3/4 BSP).

If you use a self-piecing tap, the useful

opening must be at least 6mm in diameter.

To avoid any water leaks, remember to

fit the rubber seals in each end and

tighten your connections correctly. The

seals are provided in the accessories

bag.

Water supply:

-- Minimum water pressure: 0.1 MPa or 1 bar

-Maximum water pressure: 1 MPa or 10 bars

Fig. 6

Electricity supply

For your safety, you must comply with

the instructions below.

The electrical installation must comply with

Standard NF C 15-100,particularly as

regards the Earthing requirements.

Line 3x2.5 mm2 single-phase 230V connected

to :

- A single-phase 20A 230V-50Hz meter

- A differential circuit breaker and a separate

fuse (10 or 16A, depending on the model)

- A 2-pin +Earth10/16A socket

We cannot be held responsible for any

accident caused by improper electrical

installation.

Advice on the electrical installation of your

machine:

• Do not use an extension lead, an adapter or

a multiple-outlet socket.

• Neverremove the Earth.

• The socket must be easily accessible but out

of the reach of children.

If in any doubt at all, please contact your

installer.

Connecting your machine

Fig. 7

Fig. 8

Draining away the waste water

Connect the drain hose

(Fig. 7)

• Either, temporarily, to a sink or a bath tub

• Or, permanently, to a ventilated U bend.

If your installation does not have a ventilated

U bend, ensure that the connection is not

airtight. In fact, to avoid any flowback of the

waste water into the machine, you are

strongly recommended to leave an air gap

between the drain hose and the waste pipe.

The hose must not be twisted or kinked and

must be held by the hose hook to avoid it

falling to the ground

(Fig. 8).

The hose hook must be placed 40 to

100 cm above the base of the machine.

Ensure that it is tied firmly in place to

avoid it coming loose during draining

and causing a flood.

Your machine complies with European

Directives EEC/73/23 (Low Voltage Directive)

and EEC/89/336 (Electromagnetic

Compatibility) as modified by Directive

EEC/93/68.

Sorting your washing

Please ensure that all your items are machine-washable. Please refer to the labels on your

items to select the most suitable programme . When washing a mixed load, use the programme

suitable for its most fragile items.

For new items, as a precaution, first of all check that they are colour-fast: see"Colour

test" below.

Preparing your washing

AVERAGE WEIGHT OF VARIOUS "THICK" DRY ITEMS

Average weight of various "thin" dry items

Single sheet ........................................400 to 500 g

Double sheet ..................................................800 g

Pillow slip ........................................................200 g

Light nightgown..............................................150 g

Child's cotton trousers ................................120 g

Adult's cotton trousers ................................500 g

Man's cotton/polyester shirt ........................200 g

Large cotton T-shirt ......................................150 g

Dish towel........................................................100 g

Tablecloth........................................................250 g

Delicate lingerie ................................................50 g

Children's synthetic woollens ........................50 g

Sock....................................................................20 g

Adult's cotton pyjamas ................................250 g

Adult jeans ..........................................800 g to 1 kg

Large towel ....................................................700 g

Small towel ......................................................300 g

Adult jogging trousers ..................................350 g

Child's towelling pyjamas ............................100 g

Bathrobe........................................................1200 g

Sweatshirt ......................................................250 g

Duvet cover ..................................................1500 g

Checking your washing

Failure to observe the following

instructions can cause sever, and even

irremediable damage (damaged drum,

torn washing, etc.), and will rescind the

guarantee.

- Empty the pockets.

- Fasten any zips and press-studs.

- Remove the hooks from curtains or place

them in a net bag.

- Remove any loose buttons, pins, staples,

etc.

- Place small items of laundry (ribbons,

handkerchiefs, etc.) in a net bag.

- Turn multi-layer items inside out (sleeping

bags, anoraks, etc.).

- Turn any items with sewn-on decorations,

trousers and knitwear inside out.

Colour test

A coloured item frequently runs when it is

first washed unless it is guaranteed colour-

fast.

Before placing the item in your machine,

conduct the following test:

- Select an invisible area of the item

- Dampen it with warm water

- Then press it on a white cloth

• If the item does not run, you can wash

it normally in your machine.

• If the item runs, wash itseparately in

your machine or by hand.

Do not exceed the following maximum loads:

COTTON / COLOUREDS / MIXED FIBRES:..............................................................................6 kg

SYNTHETICS

: ............................................................................................................................3 kg

DELOCATES

: ............................................................................................................................2 kg

WOOLLENS

: ............................................................................................................................1,5 kg

HAND-WASHABLE ITEMS

: ......................................................................................................1 kg

Wash compartment (powder or liquid)

Pre-wash compartment (powder)

Softener

Siphon

Loading your washing

Proceed as follows:

Open the machine

• To access the drum, pres the "Door" button

located just above the door.

Insert your washing

For optimum washing performance, sort and

fold your washing and then place it the drum,

distributing it evenly, without piling it up. Mix

large and small items together for optimum

spinning.

Close the machine

• Check that no item is caught in the door when

you close it.

• Close the door by pressing it gently.

• Ensure that the door is locked. If it is not, a

safety system will prevent you from starting

your machine.

For your safety, the door is locked

throughout the washing cycle.

Dispensing the detergent

The amount of detergent to use depends on

the water hardness, how dirty the washing is

and how much washing there is.

Please refer to the dosage instructions on the

detergent pack.

Warning: The detergent manufacturers'

recommendations are generally based on filing

the drum to the maximum. Adapt the dosage

appropriately for the weight of washing you are

inserting in the machine.

These recommendations will avoid too high a

dose of detergent, which can cause foam. Too

much foam can reduce your machine's

performance and increase the washing time

and the water consumption.

Detergents for woollens and delicate textiles.

You are recommended to sue an appropriate

detergent to wash these types of textiles (avoid

putting such detergents directly into the drum

because some of these products can attack

the metal.

Loading the washing products

You can place liquid or powder in the

"WASH" compartment but should never

use liquid detergent for programmes

WITH a Pre-wash and/or WITH "Delayed

Start" (depending on the model).

Concentrated softener must be diluted

with warm water.

To fill the compartments properly, open

the detergent dispensing drawer to its

maximum extent.

Never fill beyond the MAX level.

Fig. 9

Start/Pause: short press

Cancel: long press

For more details of the various functions, please refer to the section on "DETAILS OF THE

FUNCTIONS".

Important: if you have stopped your machine during a washing cycle by selecting the "Stop"

position or after a power failure, when the machine is switched on again, the washing cycle

automatically returns to the point at which it was interrupted.

Options: OptiA40, Pre-wash, Intensive,

Extra rinse, Surfliss and Security

Programming

Spin speed, Hold and Rinse, No spin

Time setting,

For delayed end, For current time

LCD Screen

Spin speed, program duration, current/end of cycle

time, Options, buzzer status, door lock, child lock

Program selection knob

STOP, Programs and Temperatures

Selections

Time Setting, Buzzer, Language

All the buttons are sensitive. They do not stay pushed in. We recommend that you only use a brief press.

You should only press the "Start/Pause" button briefly unless cancelling a programme*, in

which case you should hold the button down.

(*) Details of this function in the following pages.

Warning:switching to the "Stop" position cannot cancel a programme.

Setting the current time

- By turning the knob slowly you can fine-tune minute by minute,

- By turning the knob rapidly, you can set in 5-minute intervals. You can turn the knob in either direction.

To switch on the machine, press on the Selector knob [1]. “Hello” welcome message appears

on the screen.

If one of the cycle progress messages (Prewash, Wash, Rinse, Spin, Drain) is displaying

when you switch on, hold down “Start/Pause” button [5] to cancel program before you

do anything else.

You set the Current Time function by holding the Security and buttons simultaneously

for at least 3 seconds until displaying “Set the Time” message. Then set the time with the [R] knob

while “Time Setting” message is displaying and current hour is blinking.

- Winter/Summer time selection will be available by Press START [5] button for approval of current

time. To change the seasonal time, turn the [R] knob. The selection displays on the [L] screen as

“Winter time” or “Summer time”.

“Time set” message displays by the pressing on the [5] button for approval.

(*) - Before starting your machine, check that the power cable is connected to the socket and that the water tap

is open. Also ensure that the machine's door is properly closed.

- As a safety measure, once the cycle is complete, we would recommend that you unplug the power cable and

then shut the water tap.

Programming a washing cycle without options:

• Press on the knob [1] to switch on the machine.

• Use the knob [1] to select a programme(*)

• Use the knob [2] :

- Either to alter the proposed spin speed,

- Or to select No spin ,

the cycle will finish by draining without a spin,

- Or to select Hold and Rinse ,

your machine will stop, with the drum full of water, before the

final spin.

• Select an immediate start by briefly pressing "Start/ Pause" [5]

• Program step messages and remain time constantly indicates

how far your machine's cycle has progressed.

• When the "Completed program" message is displaying [L], the

washing cycle is complete**.

Programming a complete washing cycle:

• Press on the knob [1] to switch on the machine.

• Use the knob [1] to select a programme(*)

• Use the knob [2] :

- Either to alter the proposed spin speed,

- Or to select No spin ,

the cycle will finish by draining without a spin,

- Or to select Hold and Rinse ,

your machine will stop, with the drum full of water, before the

final spin.

• Select, if required, the available options "OptiA 40", "Prewash",

"Intensive", "Extra Rinse" or "Anti-creasing" using buttons [4].

• Select an immediate start by briefly pressing "Start/ Pause" [5]

• Or select a "Delayed Finish” time :

- Set the "Delayed Finish" time in quarters of an hour using

button [R],

You can delay the "Delayed Finish" time by up to 24 hours

- Briefly press "Start / Pause [5]. If [5] is not pressed after 5

seconds

the "Delayed Finish" time is automatically re-engaged)

- Washing starts automatically at the starting time.

• Program step messages and remain time constantly indicates

how far your machine's cycle has progressed.

• When the "Completed program" message is displaying [L], the

washing cycle is complete**.

Messages

The display [L] indicates Selected program name, available

options, maximum spin speed , program duration and end

of cycle hour.

Spin speed increases/decreases and new speeds blinks

by turning of knob [2] while "Spin change" message is

displaying.

No spin displays as "000"

Rinse hold icon turns on, while the "Hold and Rinse" is

selected.

Program steps displayed on the screen. "Wash" message

is starting message of washing.

Program step messages are "Prewash", "Wash", "Rinse",

"Spin" and "Drain".

"Completed program" message and current hour is

displaying,.

Messages

The display [L] indicates Selected program name, available

options, maximum spin speed , program duration and end

of cycle hour.

Spin speed increases/decreases and new speeds blinks

by turning of knob [2] while "Spin change" message is

displaying.

No spin displays as "000"

Rinse hold icon turns on, while the "Hold and Rinse" is

selected.

The available options are displayed on the screen [L]. The

selected options rounded with a rectangle by pressing of

buttons.

- The last option selections will be valid, in case of conflicted

options.

(Example: intensive and anti-creasing can not be activated

at the same time)

Program steps displayed on the screen. "Wash" message

is starting message of washing.

After setting of end of cycle hour, program starting time

displays on the screen as "Start at 17:45". Screen will be

turned off after 30 seconds, only starting time displays.

Program step messages are "Prewash", "Wash", "Rinse",

"Spin" and "Drain".

"Completed program" message and current hour is

displaying,.

Programming

(**) When the washing cycle is complete and the "Completed program" message is displaying, you can

reprogram your machine. If you press the "Start/Pause" button [5], the machine restarts the last cycle it has

performed, including the options.

For more details of the various functions, please refer to the section on "DETAILS OF THE

FUNCTIONS".

Important: if you have stopped your machine during a washing cycle by selecting the "Stop"

position or after a power failure, when the machine is switched on again, the washing cycle

automatically returns to the point at which it was interrupted.

Programming

Child safety

• If you wish to protect your programming, use the "Child

Safety"

system by pressing the "Security" button for at least 3

seconds..

It is useless to press the "Start /Pause" button again :

once you have selected "Child Safety" the controls and

the options are locked to avoid any erroneous operation.

• If you wish to protect your machine even you are not

using, you can activate the + security option by re-

pressing security button.

• To alter your programming, you must deactivate the

"Child Safety" system. Proceed in the same way: Press

"Security" [4] button for at least 3 seconds.

You can deactivate the "Child Safety" system at any

time.

• Briefly press the "Start/Pause" button [5] to interrupt

the cycle.

• Insert or remove the item(s)*.

• Briefly press the "Start/Pause" button [5] to restart the

cycle .

(*) It may take 1 or 2 minutes for the lid to unlock.

If you have selected a "Delayed Finish", you can

instantaneously access the drum at any time during the

phase before the cycle starts without having to interrupt

and restart the cycle.

• Hold down the "Start/Pause" button [5] for at least 3

seconds. You can do this at any time during the period

before the cycle, during the cycle or even during a

pause.

If you have programmed a "Delayed Finish" time and

have cancelled during the waiting period before the

cycle effectively starts, all your programming will be

cancelled. If you only wish to cancel the "Delayed Finish"

time, turn the [R] knob to the left until you return to the

time the selected washing cycle finishes.

If there is water inside the drum, machine starts to

Draining. After cancellation of a program, you will have

a machine without water inside and ready to re-use.

Messages

"Lock: cycle" message displays when it is activated.

The lock icon shows the safety activation.

"Child protection" message appears by touching

the knobs or buttons while child safety is active.

Only Security button will be active during this stage,

the "+" icon shows that the full security is active in

"Lock:Full" security.

"Unlock" message displays the child lock is released.

The open lock icon shows the lock is open.

"Program paused" and "Press start button"

messages are displayed in sequence, while the

program paused.

Running program step message displayed again

when the program restarted.

"Cancelling program" message displayed on the

screen, during cancelling.

Inserting or removing an item during the cycle (impossible during spin):

Cancelling during programming, washing or a pause:

Cotton

“”

For a wash load comprising white or hard-

wearing coloured COTTON.

If you are washing coloured cottons, do

not exceed the maximum washing

temperature of 60°.

During the first few minutes of the programme,

thanks to , your machine

automatically adapts the water and energy

consumption to provide perfect washing results.

SYNTHETICS

“”

For a wash load comprising DELICATE

COLOUREDS, HARD-WEARING SYNTHETICS

OR MIXED FIBRES.

Delicates

“”

For a wash load comprising NET CURTAINS,

DELICATE TEXTILES or FRAGILE ITEMS.

Woollens

“”

For a wash load comprising "MACHINE-

WASHABLE" WOOLLENS.

Hand-washable textiles

“”

For a wash load comprising SILK OR

ESPECIALLY DELICATE TEXTILES.

Flash 30’

This programme enables you to refresh a slightly dirty

3kg-load of laundry consisting of WHITE COTTON,

COLOURED COTTON or HARD-WEARING

SYNTHETICS.

The programme is limited to 30 minutes.

During this programme, the temperature is

automatically set to 30°C.

The doses of detergent must be reduced by

half for this programme.

Details of the functions

Programmes' table

1,5

1,0

•

30°

Type of textile

Depending

the textile

COTTON

- 90°

Cold

- 40°

30° 3,0

6,0

••

•

Flash 30’

•

2,0

Cold

- 40°

Cold

- 60°

•

3,0SYNTHETICS

DELICATES

WOOLLENS

HAND-WASHABLE TEXTILES

RINSE ONLY

SPIN ONLY, DRAIN

•

: These options can be performed with the maximum load for the textile concerned

•

: These functions can be used individually or combined - illogical combinations are impossible

Individual programmes

Special programmes

To select the most suitable programme for your type of washing, follow the instructions on the

labels attached to most textiles.

Programming

Tempefature

(°C)

•

Max. load

(kg)

Pre-wash

Extra rinse

Intensive

No Spin

Hold and

RInse

Details of the functions

Rinse only

“”

A separate rinse, followed by:

- Either a spin and drain

- Or drain only ("No Spin" option)

- Or a Hold and Rinse.

Spin only

“”

This provides a separate spin and drain.

In the case of a "Rinse only" followed by a spin

or a "Spin only", ensure that you select the

spin speed suitable for the type of items in

your machine.

Options

Pre-wash “

”

Specially designed for heavily soiled washing

(mud, blood, etc.).

An initial specific agitation in cold water

precedes the washing phase. This enables the

particles soiling the washing to be removed

before the water is heated.

You must place some detergent in the ” ”

compartment in the products' box.

Intensive “

”

This function improves washing performance

by automatically increasing the temperature

of the washing water and also the agitation time

in order to handle so-called stubborn stains. The

"Intensive" option is only active on programmes

where the washing temperature is 40°C or

above.

Extra rinse “

”

"Especially for sensitive and allergic skins": this

adds an extra rinse to the washing cycle.

Anti-crease“

”

This helps you with ironing your washing.

This option enables you to wash and spin your

washing more gently, without loss of washing

performance.

Hold and Rinse

This function is for use with textiles that you

do not wish to spin or if you envisage being away

fro a long time after washing is complete.

Once this function is selected, the cycle is

interrupted before the final spin to enable your

washing to soak in the water to avoid creasing.

Finishing time

As soon as you start programming, the

display shows you the "Finishing time" for

the selected cycle.

The time shown by the machine at the start of

the programme may vary during the cycle:

- If you change the washing temperature (even

during spin) or if you add or remove any

options, the time is recalculated and

updated on the display.

- Some random operating factors (for instance,

the detection of an "imbalance" or foam,

etc.) can also alter the cycle time and

therefore the finishing time displayed.

- If there is a power failure during the washing

phase, when the power returns, the time

displayed may be earlier than the actual

finishing time. The time will be updated

during the spin phase.

When the machine is stopped with the drum

full of water, the "Hold and Rinse" icon flashes

and the "Program paused" message displayed

until you programme the end of the cycle.

- Either you wish to drain and spin.

Set the knob [1] to “Spin" @ and use the button

[2], to select a suitable spin speed for the type

of items; then press the "Start/Pause" [5], The

"Spin" program message and spin speed

displayed on the screen and the programme

finishes automatically.

- Or you wish to drain only.

Set the knob [1] to “Spin" @ and use the button

[2], to select no spin; then press the

"Start/Pause" [5], The "Drain" program

message displayed on the screen and the

programme finishes automatically.

Opti A 40

This programme enables you to save energy

of cotton and synthetic loads.

This program gives you A washing

performance in 40C temperature with longer

washing duration.

Buzzer activation.

You can activate or disactivate the buzzer by

pressing Anti-Creasing and ExtraRinse [4]

buttons at same time during 2 seconds.

- "Buzzer: Yes" or "Buzzer: No" messages

displays the buzzer situation.

- Buzzer rings one time when it is disactivated.

- Buzzer rings two times when it is activated.

"Imbalance":when you are washing very

small wash loads, the washing may ball up

in the drum. This affects the optimum

operation of the machine.

Altering a washing programme

During programming :

Any alteration is possible before you press the

"Start/Pause" button .

"Finishing time"

for the cycle is updated

to suit your alterations.

If you select a "Delayed finish” , the finishing

time is kept unless the new programming

involves the set finishing time being exceeded.

In this case, the "Delayed finish" option is

cancelled and the cycle finishing time is

corrected.

After the start of the cycle:

• You cannot alter the type of textile (for instance,

switch from "COTTON" to "SYNTHETICS" or

from "SYNTHETICS" to "DELICATES" etc.).

To change the type of textile during a cycle,

you must cancel the current programme and

then programme a new cycle.

• You can alter the temperature at the start of

the washing phase, after putting the machine

in "Pause" mode.

The finishing time displayed will then alter

accordingly.

• You can alter the spin speed during the whole

of the cycle before spinning commences.

• You can select "No Spin" 100 and "Hold and

Rinse"

up to the end of the rinsing phase

• You can alter the "Delayed finish" time at

any time during the waiting period before the

cycle effectively starts.

Details of the functions

Delayed Finish

• Once you have selected a "Delayed finish", you

can only activate the "Pre-wash"

and

“ ” (anti-creasing) options

during the period before the cycle effectively

starts.

• You can switch of any of the options throughout

the cycle, provided that the relevant action has

not already started.

At the end of the cycle:

- You can programme a new cycle without

having to switch to the "Stop" position on the

knob . All you have to do is press any of the

buttons , , , or turn the knobs or .

The machine is then ready for a new

programme.

- If you press the "Start/Pause" , button

directly after the end of the cycle, the machine

restarts the last cycle programmed, including

any options.

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You can delay the end of the programme

by 1 to 24 hours in order to take advantage

of night rate electricity tariffs or to have the

programme finish when you wish.

To do this, use the [R] knob to select the

delayed finishing time you wish.

All the time before the “Delayed finish”

selected, the time on the display [L] and

clock icon indication remains fixed until the

cycle starts.

Language Selection.

You can change the display language by

pressing OptiA-40 and Prewash buttons [4]

at the same time during 2 seconds.

Default language displayed as "Language:

English".

Turn the time setting knob [R] to change the

language settings.

(until “Rinse” message on the screen [L]

goes out)

If you wish to cancel the delayed finish

time, during this period, turn the knob [R]

anti-clockwise until the time shown on the

display [L] can reduce no further (the time

displayed therefore corresponds to the

finishing time for your programme) and

“End of cycle time at” message changes

to program name then briefly press the

[5]. The cycle will start immediately.

• You can activate the "Extra rinse" until rinsing

starts (until the "Rinse" message on the

screen [L] goes out).

When the “Completed program” message is

displaying:

Please approve new language by pressing to

Start [5] button.

Door safety lock:

If you have programmed a "Delayed finish",

,the door is unlocked throughout the

waiting period before the cycle effectively

starts.

If you wish to open the door during a cycle,

briefly press the "Start/Pause" button and

wait a moment or two for the door safety

system to unlock.

Depending on exactly when in the cycle

you wish to open the door, the time delay

may be longer because a cooling-down

period must be added.

Water safety system:

While your machine is operating, constant

control of the water level avoids any water

overflowing.

Load Balancing system:

Your washing machine is fitted with a safety

system to limit spinning when it detects a

poorly distributed load (this poor distribution

is called an "imbalance"). In this case, your

washing may not be adequately spun. You

should therefore redistribute it evenly in the

drum and programme a new spin.

Anti-foam safety system:

Then the cycle continues, adapting the spin

sequences and possibly adding an extra rinse.

The finishing time is altered.

During subsequent washes, reduce the

amounts of detergent you use.

Tap closed

- Check whether the water tap is open

correctly,

- Check whether the water hose is bent or

kinked.

As soon as the washing cycle starts, the door

on your machine locks.

“Door locked” icon displays lock status on the

screen [L].

Once the cycle is complete and when the

machine is stopped without water inside the

drum, the door unlocks immediately. And

“Door Locked” icon disappears when the door

can open.

Automatic safety systems

Programme for standardised comparative testing

Programme ................................................................................................ COTTON

Temperature..................................................................................................... 60°C

Load ................................................................................................................. 6 kg

Duration...........................................................................................................1 h 55

Energy .........................................................................................................1,02 kWh

Water ................................................................................................................. 43 l

To comply with the statement on the energy label, the tests are conducted in accordance with European Directive 92/75/EEC,

with a nominal capacity ensuring that all the CEI detergent is used as soon as the washing phase starts.

In fact, during the cycle, for the door safety

lock to release, the temperature of inside

the machine must not

be higher than 60∞C and water level must

be lover than safety level so that you do

not risk receiving being scalded, burnt or

leakage.

Your washing machine can detect too high

a production of foam and the messages of

“Too much detergent” and “Extra rinse added”

displays on the screen [L] during spinning.

At such times, the spin stops and the machine

drains.

When the "Open tap" and “And press start”

messages is displaying, this means that the

water supply to your machine is blocked:

Cleaning the machine

To clean the casing, the control panel

and all the plastic components in

general, use a sponge or a cloth

dampened only with water and liquid

soap.

Never use:

• Abrasive powders

• Plastic or metal sponges

• Alcohol-based products (alcohol, thinner,

etc.)

Maintaining the internal

components

To ensure optimum hygiene, we recommend

that you:

• Leave the door open for a short time after

the wash, (ensure that your children and pets

cannot get into the machine)

•Clean the plastic and rubber components

providing access to the inside approximately

once a month with a slightly chlorinated

cleaning product.

To eliminate any residual traces of this

product, programme a rinse.

• Run a 90°C washing cycle at least once a

month.

Risk of frost

If there is a risk of frost, disconnect the water

hose and empty any water in the drain hose

by placing it as low as possible in a basin.

Periodic checks

We recommend that you check the condition

of the water and drain hoses. If you notice the

slightest cracking, do not hesitate to replace

them with identical hoses available from the

manufacturer or his After-Sales Service.

Replacing the water hose

When replacing this, ensure that the

connections are tight and that there is a rubber

seal at both ends.

Cleaning the detergent dispensing

drawer

To clean the products' box, pull it towards you

and then remove it from its housing by pressing

on the point indicated on the siphon (the

coloured component). Rinse the box in water

and also clean its housing before replacing it.

Cleaning the siphon

Wash the siphon (the coloured component

in the products' box) every 30 to 40 doses of

detergent. Remove the siphon by holding it

by the edges. To avoid the siphon becoming

blocked, rinse any residual softener away

carefully and ensure that it is refitted perfectly

in place before using the machine.

Fig. 10

Fig. 11

General maintenance

Replacing the power cable

For your own safety, this operation must be

performed by the manufacturer's After-Sales

Service or by a qualified electrician.

Cleaning the pump filter

This filter collects any small items that you

may have inadvertently left in the clothes and

prevents them from disrupting the pump's

operation.

To clean it, proceed as follows:

When the drum is full (for example, if

there is a power cut), there can be up

to 15 litres of water that must be drained

away: provide a large enough

receptacle.

Take precautions, the water to be

drained may still be scalding hot.

- Remove your machine's power cable from

the socket.

- Open the access hatch by pressing on the

button (Fig. 12).

- Tilt the chute in front of the filter towards

your receptacle,

- To control the flow of water coming out,

slightly unscrew the filter by turning it anti-

clockwise,

- If your receptacle becomes full before you

have drained the machine completely,

screw in the filter, empty your receptacle

and then start again until there is no more

water,

- Then open the filter by turning it anti-

clockwise and empty the small amount of

water from the filter's lid (30ml maximum).

- Remove any residue left in the filter's

housing,

- Clean the filter,

- Replace the filter in its housing and lock it

in place by turning it clockwise.

- Refit the chute

- Close the filter access hatch.

Ensure that the filter is correctly

repositioned to avoid any water leaks.

Cleaning the filters

Cleaning the filters on the water

supply

The filters at the point where the water hose

is connected to your machine and to the tap

prevent dirt and small objects entering your

machine. We recommend that you clean

them from time to time.

Proceed as follows to clean them:

- First of all, close the water tap,

- Unscrew the part of the hose that is

connected to the back of your machine,

- Remove the filter from the back of your

machine using a pair of pliers and wash it

under the tap,

- Refit the filter and the hose,

- Unscrew the hose connected to the water

tap,

- Remove the filter with your hands and clean

it under the tap

- Refit the filter and the hose,

Fig. 12

Incidents that may arise

Incidents

The cycle does not start

Heavy vibrations during

spinning

The washing has not been

spun or has not been spun

enough

A pool of water forms

around the machine

The machine does not drain

The door does not open

The machine refuses to

accept the programme

Possible causes / remedies

• You have forgotten to press the "Start/Pause" button .

• There is no electricity to the machine:

- Check that the plug is correctly connected.

- Check the circuit breaker and the fuses.

• The water tap is closed.

• The machine's door is not closed properly.

• The transport clamps have not been correctly removed from

your machine:- See the section on "REMOVING THE

TRANSPORT CLAMPS FROM YOUR MACHINE"

• The floor is not horizontal.

• The feet are wrongly adjusted or their nuts have come loose.

• You have selected a programme without a spin, for example:

"No spin".

• The spin safety system has detected that the washing is poorly

distributed in the drum:- Redistribute the items better and

programme a new spin.

First of all remove the plug from the socket or remove

the relevant fuse and close the water tap.

While your machine is operating, constant control of the water

level avoids any water overflowing. If, despite this, water is

leaking from the machine, it may be that:

• The drain hose hook is poorly positioned in the drain pipe.

• The connections for the water hose on the machine and at

the tap are not tight:- Check that the seals are in place and

that the connections are tight.

• You have programmed a "Hold and RInse".

• The pump filter is blocked:- Clean it (see the section on

"CLEANING THE FILTERS" for how to do this).

• The drain hose is kinked or squashed

• The programme has not finished yet.The door remains locked

throughout the whole of the programme.

• The "Child safety" system is active, (see the section on

"PROGRAMMING")

• You have interrupted a cycle while it is running. Cancel it (see

the section on "PROGRAMMING")

Some incidents may occur while you are using your machine; these are the points to check.

In general, whenever you notice an anomaly, it is advisable to stop the machine, unplug

the power cable and close the water tap.

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* Door cannot open while the "Door Locked" icon is ON.

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In this section, we explain how you can rectify these problems very easily.

Your machine automatically detects certain operating faults and informs you of these by

means of the indicator lights, which light up red, or by means of particular messages on the

display.

Problems that you can rectify yourself

Messages

Problems requiring a service engineer

Causes / Remedies

Open Tap

And Press start

Too much detergent,

Extra rinse added

The pump filter is blocked.Clean the pump filter (see the section on "CLEANING

THE FILTERS" for how to do this) and then press the "Start/Pause" button I->

again to restart the cycle.Also check the drain hose's position in the drain pipe:

the connection should not be airtight (see the section on "CONNECTING YOUR

MACHINE: Draining away the waste water").

The water tap is closed.Check whether the tap is open and then press the

"Start/Pause" button I-> again to restart the cycle. This incident can also be

caused by the drain hose being connected improperly (see the section on

"CONNECTING YOUR MACHINE: Draining away the waste water").

Too much detergent.The machine automatically initiates an extra rinse. Check

the amount of detergent you use on your next wash.

The door is not closed properly.Check that the door is closed properly and

then press the "Start/Pause" button I-> again to restart the cycle.

Check that the message displayed does not correspond to a problem that you can rectify

yourself (see above)..

Your machine also detects some faults that necessarily require rectification by a service engineer

and indicates this by other messages, of which we provide some examples below.

If you encounter one of these messages, remember to note down the message displayed so that you

can tell your service engineer when you call him to help him in his task.

Messages

After-Sales Service

Any work on your machine must be performed by your dealer or some other service engineer

approved by the manufacturer.

When you call, mention your machine's full reference (model, type and serial number).

This information is given on the identification plate.

etc...

Alert: Water leak

When the Aquastop system detects any water leakage inside the machine,

“Alert: Water leak" message displayed on the screen.

- Please close tap and call After-sales service

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