[. . . ] QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE GB BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME: • IMPORTANT: MAKE SURE YOU HAVE READ THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS • REMOVE THE TRANSIT BOLTS BEFORE USING THE MACHINE FOR THE FIRST TIME • First wash cycle without laundry: 1. Pour a little detergent (about 100 ml) into the detergent compartment . This will remove any water remaining in the machine from the manufacturer's test run. ROUTINE WASHES: 1. Sort the laundry according to fabric type and colour and load the machine. [. . . ] Plastic and rubber components of the machine can be stained by dyes or bleaches. 9 SELECTING THE PROGRAMME AND SPECIAL OPTIONS / PROGRAMME START SELECTING THE PROGRAMME (See also the separate programme chart and consumption data) A For appliances WITH temperature selector knob 1. B For appliances WITHOUT temperature selector knob Turn the programme selector knob clockwise to the programme with the desired temperature. A B PRESS THE DESIRED SPECIAL OPTION BUTTON (Depending on model, see also the separate programme chart). Spin speed reduction button • Press this button to reduce the spin speed. No spin button • Press this button to exclude the spin function from the programme. Rinse hold/Spin delay button • The laundry remains in the last rinse water without being spun, to avoid heavy creasing. • Especially suitable for the “Synthetic” or “Delicate” programmes, if the laundry is not to be unloaded immediately after the end of the programme. Stopping Rinse hold Press the Rinse hold button again; the load will be spun according to the selected programme. Lightly soiled/Half load button • Reduces water consumption, above all during the rinse. • Especially suitable for lightly soiled or small loads (reduce the detergent quantity). Cold wash button • The water is used at the water supply temperature. Intensive rinse button • This function is especially suitable in areas with extremely soft water, for baby clothes and to help people with allergies. • This special function is recommended for the 95°C “Cotton” and 60°C “Synthetic” programmes, since in this way the wash water is cooled before drainage. 95°C Cotton • This function can be selected in the “Cotton” programme. • Recommended only for heavily soiled laundry. PROGRAMME START 1. Press the “ON/OFF” button. DOOR LOCK / PROGRAMME END / PROGRAMME RESELECTION DOOR LOCK The door locks automatically after the programme start until the end of the programme. Note: Do not fully close the door but leave it ajar to allow the drum to dry out. PROGRAMME END • The programme sequence indicator is at “Stop”. Press the “ON/OFF” button. REMOVING THE FILTER / DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER WHEN TO REMOVE THE FILTER / DRAIN RESIDUAL WATER • • • Check and clean the filter at least 2 or 3 times a year. Reposition the inserts, fit in the drawer until it locks. DOOR SEAL • • Clean with a damp cloth when necessary. Replace the filter and screw the hose connection back on to the machine. Turn on the tap(s) and ensure that the connections are completely water-tight. WATER HOSE MESH FILTER • Check and clean periodically 1. Refit the filter and screw the hose connection to the tap. APPLIANCE FILTER • Check the filter at least two or three times a year and clean if necessary (see “Removing the Filter”). CHILD SAFETY DEVICE To prevent improper use of the machine, turn the plastic screw on the inside of the appliance door with the thick, rounded edge of the coloured insert from the detergent dispenser or with a coin. 1 2 12 TROUBLE-SHOOTING GUIDE The appliance will not switch on. [. . . ] 1, otherwise there is the risk of leakage (danger of scalding with hot water). Fit the drain hose either to the siphon or hook it over the edge of a sink or bath tub with the “U” bend (Fig. If you need to add an extension, use a flexible hose of the same type and secure the union with screw-on hose clips. Important: Make sure that there are no kinks in the drain hose run and take precautions against it falling while the appliance is running (Fig. [. . . ]