Whirlpool AWE 7519 manual

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    CONTENTS DEFINITION OF USE BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE PREPARATION OF THE WASHING DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES CLEANING THE FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER CARE AND MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE AFTER-SALES SERVICE TRANSPORT AND HANDLING INST[...]

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    GB 2 DEFINITION OF USE This washing machine is exclusively destined to wash machine washable laundry in quantities which are usual for private households. • Observe the instructions given in these Instructions for Use and the Programme Cha rt when using the washing machine. • Keep these Instructions for Use and the Programme Chart; if you pass [...]

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    GB 3 PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Safety instructions • The washing machine is appropriate for indoor use only. • Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance. • Do not place electrical ap pliances on the lid of your washing machine. • Children must be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. • This[...]

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    GB 4 DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE 1. Lid 2. Detergent dispenser 3. Drum 4. Pump access behind filter 5. After-Sales Service sticker (behind the filter cover) 6. Mobility lever (depending on model) • To move the washing machine: pull the handle out a little bit by hand and pull it out to the stop with the foot. 7.[...]

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    GB 5 PREPARATION OF THE WASHING Sort the laundry 1. Sort the laundry according to… • Type of fabric / care label symbol Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics , wool, handwash items. • Colour Separate whites and coloureds. Wash new coloured items separately. •S i z e Wash items of different sizes in the same load to improve washing eff[...]

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    GB 6 Loading the laundry 1. Open the machine lid by pulling it upwards. 2. Open the drum by pushing the drum flap release (pictures “ 1a ” or “ 1b ” - depending on the model; models as shown on “ 1a ” have a fixed drum flap release which wi ll not compress when pushed). 3. Place the items of laundry in to the drum one by one. Do not exc[...]

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    GB 7 DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES Choice of the right detergents and additives The type of detergent depends on: • type of fabric (cottons , easy care/synthetics, delicate items, wool). Note: use only specific detergents for wool and garments made of microf ibres (like sports or swimwear). • colour; • washing temperature; • degree and type of s[...]

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    GB 8 Using chlorine bleach • Wash your laundry in the des ired programme (Cotton, Synthetics), adding an appropriate amount of chlorine bl each to the SOFTENER chamber (close the lid carefully). • Immediately after end of programme, start the “Rinse and Spin” progra mme to eliminate any residual bleach smell; if you want, you can add soften[...]

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    GB 9 CLEANING THE FILTER/ DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER The washing machine is provided with a self-cleaning pump. The filter keeps objects like buttons, coins, safety- pins etc. which have b een left in the laundry. We recommend to check and clea n the filter regularly, at least two or thr ee times a year. Especially: • if the appliance is not drainin[...]

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    GB 10 CARE AND MAINTENANCE Detergent dispenser Clean the detergent dispenser regularly, at least three or four times a year, to prevent detergent build-up: 1. Push in the buttons on each side of the dispenser. 2. Pull the dispenser towa rds you and remove it. A small quantity of water can re main in the dispenser. It is advisable to carry the dispe[...]

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    GB 11 Appliance exterior and control panel • Clean with a soft damp cloth. • If necessary, a neutral household cleaner can be applied (do not use aggressi ve or abrasive products). Appliance interior • After each washing, leave the lid open for some time to allow the insi de of the appliance to dry. • If you never or seldom wash your laundr[...]

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    GB 12 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Your washing machine is equipped wi th automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and allow you to react appropriately. Thes e faults are frequently so minor that they can be removed within a few minutes. Problem Causes, Solutions, Tips Appliance does not start, no indicator lamps are o[...]

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    GB 13 Description of red indications Red indication lamp lights up Indication on big display (if fitted on your machine) Description Causes Solutions “Water tap closed” Appliance has no or insu fficient water supply. The “Start/Pause” light flashes. Check whether: • Water tap is fully open and water supply pressure is sufficient. • Kink[...]

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    GB 14 If your washing machine has no time display, check which of the previously described situations could be the origin of the fault and follow the corresponding instructions. Red indication lamp lights up Indication on display (if fitted on your machine) Description Causes Solutions “Service” “bdd” (in case your washing machine has no di[...]

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    GB 15 AFTER-SALES SERVICE Before contacting After-Sales Service: 1. Try to remedy the pr oblem yourself (see “Troubleshooting Guide”). 2. Restart the programme to check whether the problem has solved itself. 3. If the machine continues to function incorrectly, call After-Sales Service. Specify: • The nature of the problem. • The exact model[...]

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    GB 16 INSTALLATION Removal of transport bracket The washing machine is fitted with a transport bracket to avoid any possible dama ge during transport. IMPORTANT: Before using the washing machine, the transport bracket at the back MUST be removed. 1. Unscrew the two screws “ A ” and the four screws “ B ” with a flat screwdriver or a No. 8 he[...]

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    GB 17 Adjust the feet Install the washing machine on a level surface, near to electrical, water an d drain connections. If the floor is uneven, adjust the feet (do not insert pieces of wood, cardboard etc. under the feet): 1. Loosen the locknut usin g the wrench provided. 2. Adjust the height of the feet by hand. 3. Retighten the locknut by tu rnin[...]

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    GB 18 Water stop anti-flooding system (see inlet hose type as shown on the right - depending on model) • Screw the hose to the water supply tap. Turn the tap fully on and check the water-ti ghtness of the connection. • The washing machine must not be connected to the mixing tap of a non-pressurized water heater! • The inlet hose and the pl as[...]

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    GB 19 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Do not use extension le ads or multi sockets. Electrical connections must be made in accordance with local regulations. 1) Warning - this washing machine must be earthed This washing machine is normally supplied wi th a main s lead having a plug fitted in the factory which has been checked for correct earth continuity. I[...]