Consumption values
The programme durations given are approximate values
which were determined under stan dard conditions. Fluc-
tuations of up to 10% are pos si ble.
Reduced mains connection
On machines with reduced mains connection, the
pro gramme times will be extended accordingly.
Hot water supply
In the case of washing machines with a hot water supply,
the following points should be noted:
The max. permissible hot water temperature is 70°C (for
UK 60°C).
For pre-wash, delicates programmes and programmes
≤ 30°C only cold water is used.
In the temperature range ≥ 40°C, the water is mixed
automatically to the programmed washing temperature.
In the case or textiles soiled with blood or proteins,
select a programme with pre-wash so that the stains will
be washed out below 30°C to ensure that they cannot
become fixed to the fabric at higher temperatures in the
main washing cycle.
Washing
Preparation
Check that:
X the wall switch is turned on.
X all water taps are turned on.
The machine is ready for use when all pilot lamps are
flashing or are switched off in standby mode. If one pi-
lot lamp remains on, proceed as follows:
Use the Quick Wash button to go to the Programme
esnd position, until the pilot lamp illuminates.
Wait until the pilot lamp flashes and operate the «Open
door» button (remove laundry if necessary).
Opening the loading door
X Press the «Open door» button.
The loading door springs open.
X Note: The loading door only springs open if the main
power supply is switched on.
Selecting the wash programme
X Press the programme button
The control light for the selected programme lights up.
The display shows the wash temperature, the selected
programme and the programme duration.
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Selecting additional programmes
X Press the desired selector button (see chapter «Addi-
tional program mes»).
The text for the selected additional programme
appears on the display.
Select additional functions
After selecting the programme, the control light for the
additional functions that can be selected if required will
flash.
X Press desired function button(s). See chapter «Addi -
tio nal Functions».
The control light(s) for the selected function(s) will
light up.
The new programme values such as time and spin
speed will be displayed.
Adding laundry
X Place the laundry loosely in the drum, small and large
pieces mixed together.
Closing the door
X Close the door by pushing it until the lock audibly
engages.
X Ensure that no items of laundry are trapped between
the door and the rubber seal.
If the door is not closed, a safety switch prevents the
machine from starting.
Adding the detergent
Dose the detergent according to the chapter «Machine
description/ Detergent dispenser»