Indesit Washer SIXL 149 D User Manual

Instructions for use  
WASHING MACHINE  
Contents  
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Installation, 2-3-4-5  
Unpacking and levelling  
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Connecting the electricity and water supplies  
Technical details  
English,1  
Description of the machine, 6-7  
Self-cleaning detergent dispenser drawer  
Control panel  
Load balancing system  
Running a wash cycle, 8  
Wash programmes, 9  
Detergents and laundry, 10  
Preparing the laundry  
Washing recommendations  
Precautions and advice, 11  
General safety  
SIXL 149 D  
Disposal  
Saving energy and respecting the environment  
Drip-tray system  
Care and maintenance, 12  
Cutting off the water or electricity supply  
Cleaning the machine  
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer  
Caring for the door and drum of your appliance  
Cleaning the pump  
Checking the water inlet hose  
Troubleshooting, 13  
Service and Guarantee, 14-15-16  
Before calling for Assistance  
Guarantee  
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Connecting the drain hose  
• the supply voltage is included within the values i  
ndicated on the Technical details table  
(see page 5);  
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Connect the drain hose,  
without bending it, to a  
draining duct or a wall  
drain situated between  
65 and 100 cm from  
the floor;  
• the socket is compatible with the washing  
machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace  
the socket or the plug.  
65 - 100 cm  
Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused  
plug it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for  
immediate use. Before using the appliance please  
read the instructions below.  
The drain hose may be  
connected to an  
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.  
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE  
CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.  
under-sink trap. Before  
connecting the drain  
hose from the machine  
ensure that any blanks  
or removable ends  
have been taken off  
the spigot.  
Replacing the fuse:  
When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA  
approved fuse to BS 1362 should always be used,  
and the fuse cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is lost,  
the plug must not be used until a replacement is  
obtained.  
Replacement fuse covers:  
If it is place over the  
edge of a basin or sink  
be sure the free end of  
the hose should not be  
underwater.  
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of  
the correct colour as indicated by the coloured  
marking or the colour that is embossed in words on  
the base of the plug. Replacements can be obtained  
directly from your nearest Service Depot.  
Removing the plug:  
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug  
and you should wish to re-route the mains cable  
through partitions, units etc., please ensure that  
either:  
! We advise against the use of hose extensions; in  
case of absolute need, the extension must have the  
same diameter as the original hose and must not  
exceed 150 cm in length.  
the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere re-  
wearable plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.  
or:  
the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable  
outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with  
BS 5733) which is accessible without moving the  
appliance.  
Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a  
standpipe, that the end does not go down more  
than 15cms (6 inches). If the hose is pushed down  
too far, this may cause the machine to self -syphon  
ie. continuously empty as it is filling.  
Disposing of the plug:  
Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you  
make the pins unusable so that it cannot be  
accidentally inserted into a socket.  
Electric connection  
Before plugging the appliance into the mains  
socket, make sure that:  
Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug:  
Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured  
in accordance with the following code:  
Green & Yellow Earth  
• the socket is earthed and in compliance with the  
applicable law;  
Blue  
Neutral  
Live  
• the socket is able to sustain the appliance's  
maximum power load indicated in the Technical  
details table (see page 5);  
Brown  
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As the colours of the wires in the lead may not  
correspond with the coloured markings identifyng  
the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:  
Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E  
! The power supply cable must only be replaced by  
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an authorised serviceman.  
Warning! The company denies all liability if and when  
these norms are not respected.  
or  
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.  
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or  
coloured Red.  
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured  
Black.  
If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted  
with a  
13 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the  
distribution board.  
If you are in any doubt the electrical supply to your  
machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.  
How to connect an alternative plug:  
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in  
accordance with the following code:  
BLUE  
NEUTRAL (N)  
LIVE (L)  
BROWN  
GREEN & YELLOW  
EARTH (E)  
Disposing of the appliance:  
When disposing of the appliance please remove the  
plug by cutting the mains cable as close as possible  
to the plug body and dispose of it as described  
above.  
GREEN &  
YELLOW  
13 ampere fuse  
BROWN  
CROSS-BAR  
CORD GRIP  
BLUE  
! The washing machine should not be installed in an  
outdoor environment, not even when the area is  
sheltered, because it may be very dangerous to  
leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms.  
! When the washing machine is installed, the mains  
socket must be within easy reach.  
! Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.  
! The power supply cable must never be bent or  
dangerously compressed.  
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Technical details  
Model  
SIXL 149 D  
59.5 cm wide  
85 cm high  
Dimensions  
Capacity  
53.5 cm deep  
from 1 to 6 kg  
Electric  
please refer to the technical data plate  
fixed to the machine  
connections  
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)  
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)  
drum capacity 52 litres  
Water  
connections  
Spin speed  
up to 1400 rpm  
Control  
programmes  
according to EN  
60456 directive  
programme  
;
run with a load of 6 kg.  
This appliance is compliant with the  
following European Community  
Directives:  
- 73/23/CEE of 19/02/73 (Low  
Voltage) and subsequent amendments  
- 89/336/CEE of 03/05/89  
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and  
subsequent amendments  
- 2002/96/CE  
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Description of the machine  
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CONTROL  
PANEL  
PORTHOLE  
DOOR  
HANDLE  
PORTHOLE  
DOOR  
ACCESS  
PANEL FOR  
THE DRAIN  
PUMP  
ADJUSTABLE FEET  
Self-cleaning detergent dispenser  
drawer  
The detergent level can be seen through the corresponding  
transparent windows provided on the compartment.  
! Inside compartments  
and  
, there are also  
This washing machine is fitted with an innovative self-  
cleaning detergent drawer which enhances the  
quality of each wash.  
floating indicators (see figure B) . When the  
maximum quantity of detergent/fabric softener has  
been measured out, the indicators rise until they  
touch the grilles protecting the compartments.  
The drawer is located inside the porthole door.  
! We recommend that the maximum levels  
indicated on the detergent dispenser drawer are  
not exceeded.  
! We recommend that the dosage instructions on  
the detergent packaging are followed carefully. If  
using certain particularly thick types of detergent,  
we suggest that these are placed directly inside the  
drum and not in the detergent dispenser drawer.  
Exceeding the maximum levels indicated on the  
machine may cause the detergent to leak out of the  
bottom part of the drawer.  
A
B
1. Open the porthole door to access the detergent  
dispenser drawer (see figure A).  
Exceeding the stated amount of detergent does not  
result in a more effective was; it simply pollutes the  
environment more.  
2. Pour the detergent or the additive into the  
compartments, over the protective grilles, as follows:  
The water used during the wash cycle will remove  
any excess detergent from the drawer. It is, however,  
possible to remove the drawer manually (see “Care  
and Maintenance”).  
Compartment  
liquid form.  
: detergent and additives in  
Compartment  
: detergent in powder or tablet  
form and powder addititves.  
To facilitate the process of measuring out the  
detergents, we recommend that the dosing device  
supplied with the washing machine is used.  
The maximum capacity of the drawer is as follows:  
- liquid detergents: 1 1/2 measures  
To place the tablets inside, lift up the grille  
protecting the drawer.  
Compartment  
: fabric softener.  
! Pouring liquid detergent or additives into the central  
- powder detergents: 2 measures  
compartment may cause leakages to occur.  
- fabric softener: 1 measure  
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Control panel  
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ON/OFF button  
WASHING TIME  
INDICATOR  
lights  
DOOR  
LOCKED red  
indicator  
light  
START DAILY  
WASH 30’  
PROGRAMME  
button  
START WHITE  
COTTON  
PROGRAMME  
button  
START DELICATES  
PROGRAMME  
button  
START COLOUR  
MIX EASY-IRON  
PROGRAMME  
button  
ON/OFF button: press this to switch the machine on or off.  
When the machine is switched on, the buttons  
used to start various programmes begin to flash,  
while the washing time indicator lights illuminate in  
a fixed manner.  
WASHING TIME INDICATOR lights: these light up  
in sequence to indicate the progress of the washing  
programme. At the end of the programme all  
the indicator lights begin to flash.  
For further details, please refer to the chapter entitled  
“Running a wash cycle”.  
To cancel the cycle, press and hold the on/off button  
for approximately 2 seconds while the wash cycle is  
in progress.  
Load balancing system  
The  
indicator light will flash for a few seconds  
To avoid excessive vibrations before every spin, the  
machine distributes the load in a uniform manner by  
rotating the drum continuously at a speed which is  
slightly greater than the washing rotation speed.  
When, despite repeated attempts, the load is not  
perfectly distributed, the machine spins at a lower  
speed than stated for the wash cycle.  
and the machine will automatically drain the water in  
the tub.  
DOOR LOCKED red indicator light:  
when the indicator light is illuminated the door is  
locked to prevent it being opened accidentally; to  
avoid damaging the appliance, wait for the light to  
switch off before opening the door after the cycle  
has ended or when the cycle is paused. The light  
will remain lit for approximately two minutes after  
the washing programme has finished.  
If the load is excessively unbalanced, the machine  
performs the distribution process instead of spinning.  
Balancing attempts may increase the total duration of  
the cycle, up to a maximum of 10 minutes.  
! Rapid flashing of the DOOR LOCKED indicator light  
indicates a fault (see “Troubleshooting”).  
START PROGRAMME buttons:  
press one of these to start the selected washing  
programme.  
- button lit in a fixed manner: programme in progress.  
- buttons flashing: awaiting selection.  
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Running a wash cycle  
The diagram at the side  
refers to a situation in  
which approximately  
50% of the cycle has  
been completed.  
Note: Once the appliance has been installed, and  
before you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle  
with detergent and no laundry, using the  
programme.  
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1. SWITCH ON THE MACHINE by pressing the ON/  
OFF  
button. The icons for the START  
PROGRAMME buttons begin to flash and the  
WASHING TIME INDICATOR lights light up in a  
fixed manner, to indicate that the washing machine  
is ready to receive instructions.  
2. LOAD THE LAUNDRY. Open the door using the  
handle. Load the laundry, making sure you do not  
exceed the maximum load value indicated in the  
table of programmes on the following page.  
At the end of the cycle,  
all the WASHING TIME  
INDICATOR lights begin  
to flash.  
3. MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT AND  
ADDITIVES.  
Pour the detergents into the drawer located inside  
the porthole door, taking care not to exceed the  
maximum levels indicated on the surface of the  
drawer and by the floating indicators. For further  
details, please refer to the chapter entitled  
“Description of the machine”.  
6. The WASH PROGRAMME can be SUSPENDED by  
pressing the illuminated start programme button  
which begins to flash. After approximately two  
minutes the DOOR LOCKED indicator light will  
switch off to indicate that the door may be  
opened.  
4. CLOSE THE DOOR.  
5. START THE  
WASHING  
PROGRAMME by  
pressing the  
If you wish to add more detergent, make sure that  
the MAX floating indicator is not in a raised  
position.  
corresponding START  
PROGRAMME  
BUTTON. The icon  
To restart the wash programme, close the door  
again and press the corresponding start button  
once more.  
corresponding to the  
selected programme  
illuminates in a fixed  
To guarantee maximum safety, whenever there is a  
quantity of water in the drum which could leak out  
of the machine, it will not be possible to open the  
door (the DOOR LOCKED indicator light will remain  
lit even after the two minutes have passed).  
The machine, in this case, should be switched off  
by pressing for approximately 2 seconds the ON/  
manner, and all the wash time indicator lights  
switch off. The DOOR LOCKED indicator light  
illuminates in a fixed manner, to signal the  
activation of the door safety device.  
For a description of the wash programmes  
available, please refer to the chapter entitled  
“Wash programmes”.  
OFF  
button, then waiting for the water to be  
drained automatically.  
! The procedure used to start the DELICATES  
programme is different; see paragraph "Delicates  
30°" on the following page.  
7. AT THE END OF THE PROGRAMME  
At the end of the wash programme, the icon  
corresponding to the selected programme remains  
lit in a fixed manner, while all the washing time  
indicator lights begin to flash.  
During the programme the WASH TIME  
INDICATOR lights illuminate in sequence, indicating  
how much of the programme has already been  
completed.  
To start a new wash cycle the machine must be  
switched off and switched back on again, by  
pressing the ON/OFF  
button TWO TIMES.  
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Wash programmes  
Max. Spin  
load Tem perature speed  
Cycle  
duration Wash cycle description  
(minutes)  
Button  
Fabrics  
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(kg)  
(rpm)  
1400  
1000  
WHITE COTTON  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles, intermediate  
and final spin cycles  
Durable white cotton  
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60°C  
40°C  
135  
105  
COLOR MIX 40° / EASY IRON  
Coloured cotton  
and synthetics  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles and delicate  
spin cycle  
4,5  
DELICATES  
Wool (final delicate spin  
cycle)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles and delicate  
spin cycle  
+
+
1,5  
1,5  
30°C  
30°C  
600  
no*  
50  
50  
Silk and curtains (without  
final spin cycle)  
Wash cycle, rinse cycles and drainage  
DAILY WASH /  
COLD WATER RINSE  
Wash cycle (only if the "Rapid wash"  
programme activated), rinse cycles,  
delicate spin cycle  
30°/cold  
water**  
Cotton and synthetics  
3
800  
30  
The duration of the programmes indicated in the table are for guidance purposes only, and are calculated based on an average load quantity.  
*Note: for information relating to excluding the spin cycle in the delicates programme, please refer to the  
“Delicates 30°” paragraph further down the page.  
**Note: for information relating to rinsing hand-washed clothes in cold water, please refer to the “Daily wash 30’/  
Cold water rinse” paragraph further down the page.  
button. After approximately 3 seconds, the START  
WHITE COTTON 60°  
DELICATES PROGRAMME  
WASH PROGRAMME  
and START DAILY  
Designed for the washing of all durable white cotton  
garments. Higher washing temperatures offer improved  
washing results in Class A appliances.  
buttons begin to flash. Press  
the START DAILY WASH PROGRAMME  
button to  
perform the wash without the final spin cycle. At the  
end of the cycle, the machine will automatically drain  
the water contained in the drum. We recommend that  
the garments are removed from the washing machine  
straight away, in order to limit the formation of creases.  
COLOUR MIX 40° / EASY-IRON  
This programme can be used to wash all your coloured  
garments, whether cotton or synthetic fabric. The spin  
cycle is carefully controlled during the entire wash cycle,  
so as to reduce the formation of creases in the fabric  
and make it easier to iron.  
DAILY WASH 30’ / COLD WATER RINSE  
This programme can be used to wash lightly soiled  
cotton or synthetic fabrics, or garments with the "wash  
Cotton and synthetic garments can be washed at the  
same time.  
at 30°"  
instruction on the label, in just 30 minutes. It  
DELICATES 30°  
is also possibile to rinse cotton or synthetic garments  
which have been washed by hand (this does not include  
wool or silk).  
A cycle designed for the washing of all woollen, silk and  
delicate garments. As these garments have different  
features, this programme requires an activation  
process which is different from the others:  
Thanks to its special sensors, the washing machine  
is able to recognise when the garments placed in the  
drum have detergent on them.  
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DELICATES CYCLE WITH FINAL SPIN (for  
woollen garments): press the START DELICATES  
PROGRAMME button. After approximately 3  
seconds, the START DELICATES PROGRAMME  
- if no detergent is detected on the clothes, the DAILY  
WASH 30' cycle will be performed;  
- if detergent is detected (cloths which have been  
washed by hand), the COLD WATER RINSE cycle will  
be performed automatically.  
and START DAILY WASH PROGRAMME  
buttons  
begin to flash. Press the START DELICATES  
PROGRAMME  
button to perform the wash, which  
ends with a delicate spin cycle. This programme  
includes drum movements which have been carefully  
researched to remove excess water from the fabric,  
thereby reducing friction and helping to protect your  
woollen garments.  
AUTOMATIC RINSE MANAGEMENT  
The rinse function is monitored and controlled in every  
programme by special sensors. If the garments are  
very soapy at the end of the wash, the rinse cycle  
will be extended automatically until the detergent is  
removed completely. In this case the wash  
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DELICATES CYCLE WITH SPIN PHASE  
EXCLUDED (for silk and viscose garments and for  
curtains; not to be used for washing wool):  
press the START DELICATES PROGRAMME  
programme duration may be slightly increased in relation  
to the information given in the table of programmes.  
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Detergents and laundry  
Preparing the laundry  
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How much does your laundry weigh?  
• Divide the laundry according to:  
- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label;  
- the colours: separate coloured garments from  
whites.  
1 sheet 400-500 g  
1 pillow case 150-200 g  
1 tablecloth 400-500 g  
1 bathrobe 900-1.200 g  
1 towel 150-250 g  
• Empty all garment pockets and check the  
buttons.  
1 pair of jeans 400-500 g  
1 shirt 150-200 g  
• Do not exceed the load values indicated for the  
“Wash programmes”.  
Washing recommendations  
Bed and bathroom laundry (sheets, towels,  
bathrobes, etc.): use the WHITE COTTON  
programme which guarantees the most efficient  
wash in Class A appliances. The intensive spin  
cycle eliminates all excess water efficiently.  
Coloured synthetic and cotton garments, with  
“wash at 30°”  
instruction on the care label: use  
programme. The low  
the DAILY WASH 30’  
washing temperature protects the coloured fabrics.  
We recommend the use of liquid detergent.  
White cotton garments (shirts, T-shirts,  
tablecloths, etc.): use the WHITE COTTON 60°  
programme. If there are any stubborn stains, they  
should be pre-treated with solid soap before the  
wash cycle is started.  
Woollen garments (jumpers, scarves, etc.): use  
the DELICATES 30° programme with final spin  
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. The movement of the drum during the  
wash and the delicate spin cycle reduces fabric  
matting. We recommend the use of detergents  
specifically designed for woollen garments. We  
recommend that the maximum load level is not  
exceeded.  
Coloured cotton garments (shirts, T-shirts,  
underwear, etc.): use the COLOUR MIX 40°  
programme, which maximises the performance of  
the wash without damaging the colours. The spin  
cycle phase, thanks to the incorporated EASY  
IRON function, reduces the formation of creases  
at the end of the wash, making the fabric easier  
to iron. We recommend the use of liquid  
detergent.  
Silk garments (shirts, underwear, etc.): use the  
DELICATES 30° programme with the spin excluded  
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. Try not to leave the laundry in the drum for  
too long after the wash cycle has finished, to  
prevent excessive creasing.  
Curtains: use the DELICATES 30° programme  
White or coloured synthetic garments (shirts,  
with the spin excluded  
+
. We recommend  
T-shirts, underwear, etc.): use the COLOUR MIX  
they are folded and placed inside a pillowcase or a  
mesh bag. Wash them separately, making sure  
the maximum load level is not exceeded.  
40°  
programme. We recommend that white  
and coloured garments are not washed in the  
same wash cycle, to prevent any colour leakage  
from seeping into the white clothing. We  
recommend the use of liquid detergent.  
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Precautions and advice  
! This machine was designed and constructed in  
accordance with international safety regulations. The  
following information is provided for safety reasons  
and must therefore be read carefully.  
symbol on the product reminds you of your  
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obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance  
it must be separately collected.  
Consumers should contact their local authority or  
retailer for information concerning the correct  
disposal of their old appliance.  
General safety  
• This appliance was designed for domestic use only.  
Saving energy and respecting the  
environment  
• The machine must only be used by adults, in  
accordance with the instructions given in this manual.  
Saving detergents, water, energy and time  
To avoid wasting resources, the washing machine  
should be used with a full load. One full load instead of  
two half loads saves up to 50% of the energy used.  
• Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with  
wet or damp hands or feet.  
• Treating stains with a stain remover, or leaving  
them to soak before they are washed, reduces the  
need to wash the garments at high temperatures.  
• Do not pull on the power supply cable when  
unplugging the appliance from the electricity  
socket. Hold the plug and pull.  
• Use the correct quantity of detergent, in  
accordance with the water hardness, how soiled  
the garments are and the amount of laundry you  
have, in order to avoid wastage and to protect the  
environment: although they are biodegradable,  
detergents still contain ingredients which alter the  
balance of nature. Avoid using fabric softener  
wherever possible.  
• Do not touch the drained water as it may reach  
extremely high temperatures.  
• Never force the porthole door. this could damage  
the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent  
accidental opening.  
• If the appliance breaks down, do not under any  
circumstances access the internal mechanisms in  
an attempt to repair it yourself.  
If you use your washing machine between late  
afternoon and the early hours of the morning, you will  
help to reduce the peak load of the electricity board.  
• Always keep children well away from the appliance  
while it is operating.  
Drip-tray system  
The machine is fitted with a drip-tray system on the  
inside of the door, which catches any residual drips of  
water at the end of the cycle.  
• The door can become quite hot during the wash cycle.  
• If the appliance has to be moved, work in a group  
of two or three people and handle it with the  
utmost care. Never try to do this alone, because  
the appliance is very heavy.  
We recommend that the dampness level of the  
sponge inside the drip-tray compartment is checked  
regularly. If necessary, it may be cleaned or replaced  
as follows:  
1. Remove the  
• Before loading laundry into the washing machine,  
make sure the drum is empty.  
compartment by applying  
a light pressure to the  
lower part.  
Disposal  
2. Remove the sponge  
1
inside it, rinse it under  
• Disposing of the packaging materials: observe local  
regulations so that the packaging may be re-used.  
running water and wring it  
2
out thoroughly. It may  
also be replaced with one  
• The European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste  
Electrical and Electronic Equipment, requires that  
old household electrical appliances must not be  
disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal  
waste stream. Old appliances must be collected  
separately in order to optimise the recovery and  
recycling of the materials they contain and reduce  
the impact on human health and the  
of the spare sponges  
provided.  
3. Place the sponge back inside the compartment.  
4. Replace the compartment in the door, making  
sure the springs on the door are correctly  
inserted into the corresponding slots on the  
compartment.  
5. Make sure that the compartment is slotted back  
into position correctly.  
environment. The crossed out "wheeled bin"  
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Care and maintenance  
Cutting off the water and electricity  
supply  
Caring for the door and drum of your  
appliance  
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• Turn off the water tap after every wash. This will  
limit wear on the hydraulic system in the machine  
and help to prevent leaks.  
• Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to  
prevent unpleasant odours from forming.  
Cleaning the pump  
• Unplug the appliance when cleaning it and during  
all maintenance work.  
The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning  
pump which does not require any maintenance.  
Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons)  
may fall into the pre-chamber which protects the  
pump, situated in its bottom part.  
Cleaning the machine  
The outer parts and rubber components of the  
appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth soaked in  
lukewarm soapy water. Do not use solvents or  
abrasives.  
! Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug  
the appliance.  
To access the pre-chamber:  
Cleaning the detergent dispenser  
drawer  
1. remove the protective  
casing on the lower part  
of the washing machine,  
turning it in an  
! We recommend you check that there is no  
detergent or water inside the detergent drawer  
before removing it. If these substances are present,  
proceed with care as they may leak out of the  
drawer while it is being removed.  
anticlockwise direction  
(see figure);  
The detergent dispenser drawer in this machine is  
cleaned automatically during the wash cycles.  
However, residues may form very occasionally after  
certain detergents have been used. To clean the  
drawer, proceed as follows:  
2. unscrew the lid by  
rotating it anti-clockwise  
(see figure): a little water  
may trickle out. This is  
perfectly normal;  
1. Open the door to  
access the drawer.  
2. Remove the drawer by  
pulling upwards, holding it  
by the central  
compartment as  
indicated in the figure. Do  
not grip the drawer by  
the grille as this may  
damage it.  
3. clean the inside thoroughly;  
4. screw the lid back on;  
5. screw the protective cap back on by turning it in a  
clockwise direction, making sure the arrow on the  
inside part of the cap is facing upwards.  
3. Unhook the drawer  
cover to access the  
compartment, as  
Checking the water inlet hose  
indicated in the figure.  
4. Clean the drawer  
under running water.  
5. Re-hook the cover  
and replace the drawer,  
pushing until it clicks into  
place.  
Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If there are  
any cracks, it should be replaced immediately: during  
the wash cycles, water pressure is very strong and a  
cracked hose could easily split open.  
! Never use second-hand hoses.  
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Troubleshooting  
Your washing machine could occasionally fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre  
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(see “Service”), make sure that the problem is not easily solved using the following list.  
Problem:  
Possible causes / Solutions:  
• The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or is not making  
contact.  
• There is no power in the house.  
The washing machine does not  
switch on.  
• The washing machine door is not closed properly.  
• The ON/OFF button has not been pressed.  
• The START PROGRAMME buttons have not been pressed (they  
are still flashing).  
The wash cycle won’t start.  
• The water tap has not been opened.  
• The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap.  
• The hose is bent.  
The washing machine does not fill  
with water (the DOOR LOCKED  
indicator light flashes rapidly).  
• The water tap has not been opened.  
• There is no water supply in the house.  
• The pressure is too low.  
• The START PROGRAMME buttons have not been pressed (they  
are still flashing).  
The machine continuously fills  
with water and drains.  
• The drain hose is not fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm  
from the floor ( see “Installation”).  
• The free end of the hose is under water (see “Installation”).  
• The wall drainage system is not fitted with a breather pipe.  
If the problem persists even after these checks, shut off the water  
tap, switch the appliance off and contact the Technical Assistance  
Service. If the dwelling is on one of the upper floors of a building,  
there may be problems relating to water drainage, causing the  
washing machine to fill with water and drain continuously. Special  
anti-draining valves are available in shops and help to avoid this  
inconvenience.  
The washing machine does not  
drain or spin.  
• The drain hose is bent (see “Installation”).  
• The drainage duct is clogged.  
• The protective screws (used during transportation) were not  
removed when the appliance was installed. Remove the screws  
(see “Installation”).  
The machine vibrates a lot during  
the spin cycle.  
• The machine is not level (see “Installation”).  
• The machine is trapped between cabinets and walls (see  
“Installation”).  
The washing machine leaks.  
• The water inlet hose is not screwed on properly (see “Installation”).  
• The detergent dispenser is blocked (to clean it, see “Care and  
maintenance”).  
• The drain hose is not fixed in place properly (see “Installation”).  
• The drip-tray system is full. Clean the sponge or replace it (see  
"Precautions and advice").  
• Switch off the machine and unplug it, wait for approximately 1  
minute and then switch it back on again. The wash cycle will have  
to be started again from the beginning. If the problem persists,  
contact the Technical Assistance Service.  
The DOOR LOCKED indicator light  
flashes rapidly.  
Too much foam.  
• The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should bear  
the description “for washing machines” or “hand and machine  
wash”, or similar instructions).  
• Too much detergent was used.  
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Service  
Before calling for Assistance:  
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Check whether you can solve the problem alone (see “Troubleshooting”);  
• Restart the programme to check whether the problem has been solved;  
• If it has not, contact the Authorised Technical Assistance Service.  
! If the machine has been installed or used incorrectly, you may be charged for the maintenance callout  
service.  
! Always request the assistance of authorised technicians.  
Have the following information to hand:  
• the type of problem;  
• the appliance model (Mod.);  
• the serial number (S/N).  
The above information can be found on the data plate located on the appliance itself.  
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Guarantee  
12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee  
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Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturers guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for  
twelve months from the date of purchase.  
This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either  
workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you.  
This guarantee is subject to the following conditions:  
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The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and  
maintenance instructions.  
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The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate.  
The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only.  
The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise interfered with by any  
person not authorised by us.  
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Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent.  
Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property.  
The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland.  
The guarantee does not cover:  
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Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result of improper  
installation.  
Replacement of any consumable item or accessory . These include but are not limited to:  
plugs, cables, batteries, light bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters, covers and filters.  
Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic.  
THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR  
NON-DOMESTIC PREMISES.  
Extended Guarantees  
We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills  
for the life of your policy. To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on  
08709 088 088 (ROI 01 230 0233).  
Free Helpdesk Service  
We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any  
technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership. Simply call our Indesit Service Hotline on 08709 066 066  
(ROI 0818 313 413) for telephone assistance, or, where necessary, to arrange for an engineer to call.  
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After Sales Service  
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No one is better placed to care for your Indesit appliance during the course of its working life than us - the  
manufacturer.  
Essential Contact Information  
Indesit Service  
We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified  
engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service.  
UK: 08709 066 066  
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413  
Please note: Our advisors will require the following information:  
Model number:  
Serial number:  
Parts and Accessories  
We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean  
your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life.  
UK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413  
Indesit Company UK Ltd. Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB  
Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate, Dublin 17  
Recycling & Disposal Information  
As part of Indesit's continued commitment to helping the environment, Indesit reserves the right to use quality,  
recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage.  
Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully. To minimise the risk of injury to children, remove the door,  
plug and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance. Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the  
appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket, and the door cannot be locked shut.  
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