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john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 2 Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 3 Ecological hints Environment Information To save water and energy and help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these hints: • Materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. • Check with your local Council or Environmental Health Office to see if there are facilities in your area for re-cycling this appliance.
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john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 5 Description of the Appliance 1 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Door opening handle 4 Filter 5 Adjustable feet 6 Door lock indicator 2 6 3 Door lock Indicator 4 It stays on during the whole programme indicating that the door is locked. 5 When the light goes out, the door can be opened.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 6 Installation It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 7 Unpacking 5. Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw. Slide out the relevant pin. 6. Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope containing the instruction manual. Warning ! Slide out the polythene bag containing the polystyrene block before using the appliance. Pull off adhesive strips from inside machine on top of drum.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 8 Water inlet Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance to connect to the water supply. Do not use previously used hoses for water connection. U piece supplied P1199 Place the drain hose into your standpipe, which should have an internal diameter of approximately 38mm thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe. 38 mm (11.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 9 2. Onto a sink outlet spigot. Some vibration is inevitable, especially if mounted on a wooden floor. Sprung wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. For advice, consult a builder. If possible, always place the machine on a solid floor. If the outlet spigot has not been used before, remove any blanking plug that may be in place.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 10 Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked «L» or coloured red. Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:38 PM Page 11 The Control Panel 1 2 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 3 7 4 8 5 9 6 10 11 Spin speed The following speeds are available for the different fabrics: • Cottons : 1200/ 1000/ 800/ 600/ 400/ 0 max 1400 r.p.m. • Synthetics and Wool : 800/ 600/ 400/ 0 max 900 r.p.m. • Delicates and Silk : 600/ 400/ 0 max 700 r.p.m.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 12 5 Quick button This option can be used for lightly soiled items in order to obtain a good washing programme in a short time. h min 1400 Start in 30 min 2.23 This option is not available for “Economy 60°”, “ Wool”, “Handwash”, “Duvet 40°”, “Silk 30°”, “Softeners”, “30 minute wash” and “Intensive 45 minute wash” programmes. The washing time will be reduced according to the type of fabric .
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 13 9 Stain button 11 Display Select this button if you wish to add to the washing of heavy soiled laundry a stain phase: at the temperature of 40°C the special detergent for stains is loaded from the compartment marked . This function is available in cotton, synthetic & delicate programmes with a temperature of 40° or higher. The washing time will be prolonged by few minutes.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 14 h min h min 0 No spin 1400 2.23 Incorrect option selection If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message «Selection error» is displayed for about 3 seconds. h min 1400 h min Prewash Yes 2.54 2.23 The countdown is updated every hour and for the last 2 hours, every 30 minutes. Option selection Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 15 Drain h min 1400 Door openable 0 Turn first the programme selector dial to “Off”, then select programme (Drain) and finally depress the “Start/ Pause” button. h min 1400 Cycle ended 0 Spin Separate spin at the maximum speed for hand washed garments. It must to be used for cotton items. You can reduce the speed by means of button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 16 Special Features Child lock The ‘Child Lock‘ feature will allow you to lock the controls while the machine is running to prevent tampering. To activate ‘Child Lock’ the machine must be running. e.g., Programme must be selected and the programme started by pressing the ‘Start’ button. Activate ‘Child Lock’ by pressing the ‘Spin’ and ‘Easy Iron’ buttons simultaneously for 5 seconds until the padlock symbol is displayed on the screen.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 17 Using your washing machine 4. Select the desired programme Before the first wash, we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer. Then run a cotton 90°C cycle, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine. Turn the programme selector dial to the desired position.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 18 7. Select the Delay start 10. How to Interrupt a programme The delay starting of a programme, press repeatedly the “Delay Start” button to select the desired delay. The figures corresponding to the selected delay will be displayed for about 5 seconds. Depress the “Start / Pause” button to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding light starts to flash. Depress the same button again to restart the programme. 11.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 19 Hints and Tips on Washing Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance. • White items should not be washed with coloured items. The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide: • Very small items (handkerchiefs, ribbons, socks etc) should be washed in a washing bag or a pillow case. 1000g = 1 kg • Use a good quality detergent suitable for automatic washing machines.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 20 Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 21 Washing programmes Consumptions* Programme Type of laundry Available options Load Energy kWh Water litres Spin red./ No Spin Extra rinse Quick, Delay Start Prewash, Easy Iron, Stain 8 Kg 2.90 75 Spin red./ No Spin Extra rinse, Delay Start, Prewash, Easy Iron, Stain 8 Kg 1.36 60 8 Kg 1.75 70 Spin red./ No Spin Extra rinse, Quick, Delay Start, Prewash, Easy Iron, Stain** 8 Kg 1.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 22 Consumptions* Programme Programme description Duvet 40° Main wash at 40°C 3 rinses short spin Silk 30° Main wash at 30°C 3 rinses short spin Dark cotton 60° Synthetic 40° with prewash Type of laundry Acrylic, polyester items, duvets Available options Load Energy Water Spin red./ No Spin Delay Start 2.5 Kg Clothes labelled “Pure Spin red./ No Spin new wool, non-shrink 1 Kg machine washable” and Delay Start, Extra rinse silk fabric.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 23 Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 24 • When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. Tighten up the inlet hose. P1090 The dangers of freezing P1115 • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. • Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. P1117 • Screw the pump cover fully in. • Close the pump door.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 25 Something Not Working? If the machine is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before contacting your local Service Force agent. IMPORTANT: If the END light flashes, the buzzer sounds and an alarm code is displayed, switch the machine off and call the telephone number given below.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 26 Symptom Solution • The machine vibrates when spinning • The internal packing has not been removed. • The machine is in contact with the wall or furniture. • The machine is not level and stable (check diagonally). • The washing load is badly distributed in the drum. • Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum. • The door will not open: • The water level is above the bottom edge of the door. • The machine is heating the water. • The drum is turning.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 27 Repairs - After Sales Service Spare parts In the unlikely event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact ourextended warranty administrators by telephoning Always insist on genuine spare parts. An authorised service engineer should service this product, and only genuine spare parts should be used.Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself.
john_lewis_rev4.qxp 9/15/2006 4:39 PM Page 28 John Lewis Partnership 171 Victoria Street London SW1E 5NN www.johnlewis.
