[. . . ] GB QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE 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. [. . . ] • • • Only use products designed for use in washing machines. Plastic and rubber components of the machine can be stained by dyes or bleaches. 24 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”. 25 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. Check the seal folds for foreign bodies periodically. APPLIANCE FILTER • Check the filter at least two or three times a year and clean if necessary (see “Removing the Filter”). WATER HOSE MESH FILTER • Check and clean periodically 1. 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. 27 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE The appliance will not switch on. [. . . ] Important: Do NOT loosen the drain hose connection; see arrow B in Fig. 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. [. . . ]