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Washing Machine / User’s Manual
4.2 Preparation
4.2.1 Sorting the laundry
* Sort laundry according to type of fabric, color, and degree of soiling and allowable water temperature.
* Always observe the instructions given on the garment care labels.
4.2.2 Preparing laundry for washing
• Laundryitemswithmetalattachmentssuchas,underwiring,beltbucklesormetalbuttonswilldamagethe
product. Remove the metal pieces or wash such clothes by putting them in a laundry bag or pillow case.
•Takeoutallsubstancesinthepocketssuchascoins,pensandpaperclips,andturnpocketsinsideoutand
brush. Such objects may damage the product or cause noise problem.
• Putsmallsizeclothessuchasinfant'ssocksandnylonstockingsinalaundrybagorpillowcase.
• Placecurtainsinwithoutcompressingthem.Removecurtainattachmentitems.
• Fastenzippers,sewloosebuttonsandmendripsandtears.
• Wash“Machinewashable”or“Handwashable”labeledproductsonlywithanappropriateprogramme.
• Donotwashcoloursandwhitestogether.New,darkcolouredcottonsreleasealotofdye.Washthem
separately.
• Toughstainsmustbetreatedproperlybeforewashing.Ifunsure,checkwithadrycleaner.
• Onlyusethedyes/colorchangersanddescalingagentswhichareappropriateformachinewash.Always
follow the instructions on the package.
• Washtrousersanddelicatelaundryturnedinsideout.
• KeeplaundryitemsmadeofAngorawoolinthefreezerforafewhoursbeforewashing.Thiswillreduce
piling.
• Laundrythataresubjectedtomaterialssuchasflour,limedust,milkpowder,etc.intenselymustbeshaken
off before placing into the product. Such dusts and powders on the laundry may build up on the inner parts
of the product in time and can cause damage.
4.2.3 Tips for energy saving
Following information will help you use the product in an ecological and energy-efficient manner.
• Operatetheproductinthehighestloadcapacityallowedfortheprogrammeyouhaveselected,butdonot
overload. See, "4.3.3 Programme and consumption table."
• Observethetemperatureinstructionsonthedetergentpackaging.
• Washslightlysoiledlaundryatlowtemperatures.
• Usefasterprogrammesforsmallquantitiesoflightlysoiledlaundry.
• Donotuseprewashandhightemperaturesforlaundrythatisnotheavilysoiledorstained.
• Ifyouplantodryyourlaundryinadryer,selectthehighestspinspeedrecommendedduringwashing
process.
• Donotusemoredetergentthantherecommendedonthedetergentpackaging.
4.2.4 Loading the laundry
1. Open the loading door.
2. Put the laundry items into the product in a loose manner.
3 Push the loading door to close until you hear a locking sound. Ensure that no items are caught in the door.
The loading door is locked while a programme is running. The door lock will open immediately after the
washing programme has ended. Then you can open the loading door. If the door does not open, apply the
solutions provided for "Loading door cannot be opened." error in the Troubleshooting section.
4.2.5 Correct load capacity
The maximum load capacity depends on the type of laundry, the degree of soiling and the desired washing
programme.
The product automatically adjusts the water amount according to the weight of the laundry put inside it.
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WARNING: Comply with the information in the section "4.3.3 Programme and consumption table". When overloaded,
product's washing performance will drop. Moreover, noise and vibration problems may occur.