[. . . ] DEFINITION OF USE This appliance is exclusively destined to wash and spin machine washable laundry. • Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use and in the separate Programme Chart when using the washing machine. • Keep these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart; if you pass on the washing machine to another person, also give him/her the Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart. 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. [. . . ] For use of liquid detergent : Push the slider of the divider insert to the right (picture 3); the divider insert touches the bottom of the main wash chamber. Chamber • Fabric Softener • Liquid starch Only add fabric softeners and conditioners up to the “Max” mark. ➡ Divider insert 2 powder detergent push slider to the left Slide the detergent dispenser in until it clicks shut. Using chlorine bleach • Wash your laundry in the desired programme (Cotton, Synthetics), adding an appropriate amount of chlorine bleach to the SOFTENER chamber (close the detergent dispenser carefully). • Immediately after end of programme, start the “Rinse and Spin” programme to eliminate any residual bleach smell; if you want, you can add softener. 3 Divider insert liquid detergent push slider to the right Note: • Keep detergents and additives in a dry place and out of reach of children. • If you use descaling agents, dyes or bleaches, make sure they are suitable for washing machine use. Descaler could contain components that can damage parts of your washing machine. • Do not use solvents (turpentine, benzine, etc. ) Do not machine wash fabrics that have been treated with solvents or flammable fluids. • 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 might run out of the detergent dispenser. • If you use powder starch, observe the starch manufacturer’s information and proceed as follows: 1. Next mix the starch according to the starch manufacturer’s instructions. Set the “Rinse and Spin” programme, reduce the spin speed to maximum 800 rpm and start the programme. Pull the detergent dispenser out until you can see about 3 cm of the main wash chamber 5. While the water is running into the detergent dispenser, pour the starch solution into the main wash chamber . If there are starch residues in the detergent dispenser after the end of the programme, clean it (see “Care And Maintenance”). 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. 1. Before emptying the residual water, switch the appliance off and unplug it from the mains socket. 2. Turn the slot through 180° by means of a coin, so that the dot points to the open lock. 3. 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 a coin. [. . . ] • Make sure the room temperature is not too low to avoid freezing up of water in the hoses. • Clean filter and check pump (see “Draining Residual Water”/“Cleaning The Filter”); make sure the water has cooled down before draining. Plug in the appliance again, reselect the desired programme and press “Start (Pause)” to continue the wash process (do not add any more detergent). Too much foam • When too much foam occurs, the washing machine starts an automatic foam reduction process. [. . . ]