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lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 2 Dear customer, Transport damages Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 3 The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation • All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the instruction book.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 4 Disposal This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol recyclable. are >PE<=polyethylene Machine >PS<=polystyrene Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 5 Installation 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. All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 6 Electrical connection The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use. This machine is designed to operate on a 220-240 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 7 This new machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. • The programme selector dial combines the function of programme and temperature selection, making it easier to set the programme. • The programme progress display shows the spin speed selected and the washing phase which is running.
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10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 9 6 “Spin reduction” button 8 Programme selector dial By depressing this button you can reduce the max. spin speed proposed by the machine. The relevant light illuminates. The maximum speed are: for cotton, synthetics, hand wash and wool: 650 r.p.m. for delicate fabrics: 450 r.p.m.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 10 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Laundry weights Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. The following weights are indicative: bathrobe Temperatures 60° for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas....) in linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e.g.
10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 11 Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Remove any residual marks from white fabrics with bleach. Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 12 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash 95 60 40 30 Max. wash temperature 95°C Max. wash temperature 60°C Max. wash temperature 40°C Max.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 13 Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run the cotton cycle 60°E, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine. 4. Select the desired programme Turn the programme selector dial to the desired position.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 14 If you cannot open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the machine off by turning the programme selector dial to “Off”. After about 3 minutes the door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and temperature!). Select the programme again and depress Start/Pause to restart it. 7. Start the programme To start the selected programme, press the Start/Pause button; the corresponding light stops flashing.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 4:17 PM Page 15 Washing programmes Type of laundry WHITE COTTON Sheets, household linen, towels, tablecloths. WHITE COTTON ECONOMY Mixed load of normally soiled cottons. COLOURS Mixed, Shirts, blouses. COTTON COLD Non-fast coloured items, for example underwear, shirts, blouses. SYNTHETICS Acrylic, viscose, polyester items, curtains.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 16 Programme table Special programmes Programme selector dial position Rinses Drain Spin O Reset/Off Programme Programme description Additional functions For rinsing hand washed items 3 rinses with liquid additive, if required Short spin at max. speed Rinse Hold For emptying out the water of the last rinse of programmes with RINSE HOLD option Water draining Separate spin for all fabrics Short spin at max.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 17 Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit the drawer after cleaning. Bodywork Clean the outside of the machine with soap and water only. Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth. Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the bodywork. Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and remove any objects that are trapped in the rubber fold.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 18 • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine: • pull out the plug from the power socket; • close the water tap; • if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; • open the the pump door; • place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the bowl.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 19 Problems which you can resolve yourself, before calling the After Sales Service. During machine operation it is possible that the End light starts to flash: 4 flashes= the door has not been closed 2 flashes= the machine does not empty 1 flash= the machine does not fill. Once the problem has been eliminated, press the Start/Pause button to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.
lux_wh263_eu.qxp 10/18/2006 8:24 AM Page 20 Problem Possible cause • Water is not visible in the machine: • The machine based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance. • Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin: • The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. The laundry is redistributed by reverse rotation of the drum.
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