Whirlpool 400011543662 Washing Dryer User Guide

Whirlpool 400011543662 Washing Dryer

Before using the appliance carefully read the Safety Instruction.
Before using the machine, it is imperative that the transport bolts are removed. For more detailed instructions on how to remove them, see the Installation Guide.

CONTROL PANEL

1. On/Off button
2. Programme selector
3. Start/Pause button
4. Temperature button
5. FreshCare+ button
6. Dry Only button / Lock button
7. Drying settings button
8. Display
9. Start delay button
10. Spin speed button

WASH CYCLE TABLE

For wash programmes with temperatures above 50°C, we recommend using powder detergent rather than liquid, and following the directions given on the detergent package. This data may differ in your home due to changing conditions in inlet water temperature, water pressure etc. Approximate programme duration values refer to the default setting of the programmes, without options. The values given for programmes other than the Eco 40-60 programme are indicative only.

For all Test Institutes
Eco 40-60 (Wash)- Test wash cycle in compliance with EU Ecodesign regulation 2019/2014. The most efficient programme in terms of energy and water consumption for washing normally soiled cotton laundry. Eco 40-60 (Wash&Drying)- Test the wash&drying cycle in compliance with EU Ecodesign regulation 2019/2014. To access “wash and dry” cycle select “Eco 40-60” wash programme and set the “Drying” option level to “ ”. The most efficient programme in terms of energy and water consumption for washing and drying normally soiled cotton laundry. At the end of cycle the garments can be immediately stored to the cupboard.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

1. Worktop
2. Detergent dispenser
3. Control panel
4. Door handle
5. Door
6. Water filter
7. Adjustable feet (4)

Note: spin speed values shown on the display can slightly differs from the values stated in the table.

• Long cotton programme: set the “ “ programme with a temperature of 40°C.
• The synthetic program along: set the “ “ programme with a temperature of 40°C.
• Select the programme and set the spin speed to “0“ to empty only.
• The duration of the programme is shown on the display.
•  After programme end and spinning with maximum selectable spin speed, in default programme setting. 6th Sense – the sensor technology adapts water, energy and programme duration to your wash load.

DETERGENT DISPENSER

1. Compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder)
2. Compartment 2: Washing detergent (powder or liquid)
3. Compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.) The fabric softener must not exceed the “MAX” level.

Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for pre-washing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C. Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging.

WASH CYCLES

Follow the instructions on the symbols of the garment’s wash care label. The value indicated in the symbol is the maximum recommended temperature for washing the garment.

• Mixed
  For washing lightly to normally soiled resilient garments in cotton, linen, synthetic fibres and mixed fibres.
• Cotton
  for washing normally to heavily soiled towels, underwear, table and bed linen etc. in resilient cotton and linen.
• Synthetics
  for washing normally soiled garments made from synthetic fibres (such as polyester, polyacrylic, viscose etc.) or cotton/synthetic blends.
• Rapid 30’
  for washing lightly soiled garments quickly: this cycle lasts only 30 minutes, saving time and energy. Maximum load 4,5 Kg.
• 20 °C
  For washing lightly soiled cotton garments, at a temperature of 20 °C.
• Wash&Dry 45’
  for washing and drying lightly soiled cotton and synthetic fibre garments quickly. This cycle washes and dries a laundry load of up to 1 Kg in just 45 minutes.
• Wash & Dry 90’
  for washing and drying cotton and synthetic fibre garments quickly. This cycle washes and dries a laundry load of up to 2 Kg in just 90 minutes.
• Spin & Drain
  spins the load then empties the water. For resilient garments.
• Rinse & Spin
  rinses and then spins. For resilient garments.
• White
  For washing normally to heavily soiled towels, underwear, table and bed linen, etc in resilient cotton and linen. Only when the temperature is selected at 90°C the cycle is provided with a prewash phase before main washing phase. In this case it is recommended to add detergent both, in the prewash and main wash section.
• Eco 40-60
  For washing normally soiled cotton garments declared to be washable at 40 °C or 60 °C, together in the same cycle. This is the standard cotton programme and the most efficient in terms of water and energy consumption.
• Wool
  All wool garments can be washed using programme ‚“Wool“ even those carryng the “hand-wash only “ label. For best results, use special detergents and do not exceed max kg declaration of laundry.
• Delicates
  for washing particularly delicate garments. Preferably turn garments inside out before washing.
• Colours 15°
  This cycle helps protect colours by washing in cold water (15°C) and uses less energy to heat the water while still offering satisfactory wash results. Suitable for lightly soiled, ustained garments. This cycle offers wash results comparable to 40°c mixed at just 15°C
• Door locked indicator
  if the symbol is of the door is locked. To prevent any damage, wait until the symbol turns on before opening the door. To open the door while a cycle is in progress, press the START/PAUSE button; if the symbol is lit, the door can be opened.

FIRST-TIME USE

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 wash cycle (60°).

DAILY USE
Prepare the laundry by following the suggestions appearing under the “TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS” section.

• Press the ON/OFF button ; the START/PAUSE indicator light flash slowly.
• Open the door. Load the laundry while making sure not to exceed the maximum load quantity indicated in the Wash Cycle Table.
• Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant compartments as described in “DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER” section.
• Close the door.
• Use the WASH CYCLE selector knob to select the desired wash cycle: it will be associated with a specific temperature and spin speed that can be modified. The duration of the cycle will appear on the display.
• The machine automatically displays the default temperature and spin speed values for the selected cycle, or the most recently used settings if they are compatible with the selected cycle.
• Select the drying cycle if desired.
• Select the desired options.
• Press the START/PAUSE button to start the wash cycle; the relative indicator light will light up steady and the door will lock ( symbol off).

PAUSING A CYCLE

To pause the wash cycle, press the START/PAUSE button again; the indicator light will flash. If the symbol is lit, the door may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted, press the START/PAUSE button again.

OPENING THE DOOR, IF NECESSARY
Once a cycle starts, the symbol turns off to signal that the door cannot be opened. While a wash cycle is running, the door remains locked. To open the door while a cycle is under way, for example, to add or remove garments, press the START/PAUSE button to pause the cycle; the indicator light will flash. If the symbol is lit, the door may be opened. Press the START/PAUSE button again to continue the cycle.

CHANGING A RUNNING WASH CYCLE
To change a wash cycle while it is in progress, pause the washing machine using the START/PAUSE button (the relative indicator light will flash), then select the desired cycle and press the START/PAUSE button again. To cancel a cycle that has already begun, press and hold the ON/OFF button. The cycle will be stopped and the machine will switch off.

END OF THE CYCLE
This will be indicated by the word “END” on the display; when the symbol switches on, the door may be opened. Open the door, unload the laundry and switch off the machine. If you do not press “ON/OFF” button, the washing machine will switch off automatically after about a 10 minutes. Close the water tap, open the door and unload the washing machine. Leave the door ajar to allow the drum to dry.

OPTIONS

If the selected option is incompatible with the programme set, the incompatibility will be signalled by a buzzer and the corresponding indicator light will flash. If the selected option is incompatible with another previously set option, only the most recent selection will remain active.

• Freshcare+
  If associated with wash cycles, this option increases their performances by generating steam to block proliferation of the main sources of unpleasant odours inside the appliance (exclusively for the wash). After the steam phase, the machine runs a delicate cycle with slow drum rotations. When the Freshcare+ option is associated with drying cycles, it prevents stubborn creases from stabilising on garments, thanks to slow drum rotations. The FreshCare+ cycle starts at the end of the wash or drying cycle and continues for maximum 6 hours; it can be interrupted at any time by pressing any button on the control panel, or by turning the knob. Wait roughly 5 minutes before opening the door.
• Start Delay
  To set the selected programme to start at a later time, press the button to set the desired delay time. The h. symbol lights on the display when this function is enabled. To cancel the delayed start, press the button again until the value “0” is shown on the display.
• Temperature
  Each wash cycle has a pre-defined temperature. To modify the temperature, press the “Temp.” button. The value will appear on the display.
• Spin
  Each wash cycle has a pre-defined spin speed. To modify the spin speed, press the “Spin speed” button. The value will appear on the display.
  Setting the drying cycle
  The first time the button “Drying settings” is pressed, the machine will automatically select the maximum drying cycle which is compatible with the selected wash cycle. Subsequent presses will decrease the drying level and then the drying time, until the cycle is excluded completely (“OFF”). Drying may be set as follows:
  • A- Based on the desired laundry dryness level:
    Cupboard: suitable for laundry which can be put back in a cupboard without being ironed.
    Hanger: ideal for clothes which do not need to be dried fully.
    Iron: suitable for clothes which will need ironing afterwards. the remaining dampness softens creases, making them easier to remove.
  • B– Based on a set time period: between 210 and 30 minutes.
    If your laundry load to be washed and dried is much greater than the maximum stated load (see adjacent table of wash cycles), perform the wash cycle, and when the cycle is complete, divide the garments into groups and put some of them back in the drum.
    At this point, follow the instructions provided for a “Drying only” cycle. Repeat this procedure for the remainder of the load. Note: a cooling-down period is always added to the end of each drying cycle.
• Drying only
  Press button “Dry only” to perform the drying-only cycle. After selecting the desired cycle (compatible with the type of garments), press button “Dry only” to exclude the washing phase and start the drying phase at the maximum level for the selected cycle. The drying level or time may be set and changed by pressing the drying button “Drying settings”.

CHILD LOCK 

to lock the control panel, press and hold the button “Dry only” for approximately 3 seconds. the symbol lights on the display to indicate that the control panel is locked (with the exception of the button). This prevents unintentional changes to programmes, especially with children near the machine. If any attempt is made to use the control panel, the symbol flashes on the display. To unlock the control panel, press and hold the button “Dry only” for approximately 3 seconds.

TIPS AND SUGGESTIONS

• Divide the laundry according to:
  Type of fabric (cotton, mixed fibres, synthetics, wool, garments to be hand-washed). Colour (separate coloured garments from whites, wash new coloured garments separately). Delicates (small garments – such as nylon stockings – and items with hooks – such as bras: insert them in a fabric bag).
• Empty the pockets:
  Objects such as coins or lighters can damage the washing machine and the drum. Check all buttons.
• Follow the dosage recommendation/additives
  It optimizes the cleaning result, it avoids irritating residues of surplus detergent in your laundry and it saves money by avoiding waste of surplus detergent
• Use low temperature and longer duration
  The most efficient programmes in terms of energy consumption are generally those that perform at lower temperatures and longer duration.
• Observe the load sizes
  Load your washing machine up to the capacity indicated in the “PROGRAMME CHART” table to save water and energy.
• Noise and remaining moisture content
  They are influenced by the spinning speed: the higher the spinning speed in the spinning phase, the higher the noise and the lower the remaining moisture content.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Before performing cleaning and maintenance, switch the washing machine off and disconnect it from the mains power. Do not use flammable liquids to clean the washing machine. Clean and maintain your washer-dryer periodically (at least 4 times per year).

Disconnect the water and power supplies
Close the water tap after every wash. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks. Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work.

Clean the washing 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.

Clean the detergent dispenser drawer
Wash it under running water; this operation should be repeated frequently.

Care for the door and drum
Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

Check the water inlet hose
Check the water inlet hose at least once a year. If it is cracked or broken, it must be replaced: during wash cycles, the high pressure of the water could suddenly split the hose open. Never use hoses that have already been used.

Cleaning the water filter / draining residual water
Switch off and unplug the washing machine, take out the kitchen plinth before cleaning the water filter or draining residual water. The kitchen plinth must be mounted back all the time once the cleaning operation is over.
If you used a hot wash programme, wait until the water has cooled down before draining any water. Clean the water filter regularly, to avoid that the water cannot drain after the wash due to obstruction of the filter. If the water cannot drain, the display indicates that the water filter may be clogged.

1. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage.
2. Remove, pulling it out, the “emergency drain hose” from the base of the washing machine. Remove the stopper of the “emergency drain hose” at the end of the hose and let the water flow into the container.
3. Turn the exhaust filter handle and pull it out of the housing. When the container of the plinth is full of water, plug the stopper to the hose end, and reinsert the small hose in the washing machine’s base. After, empty the container.
   Afterwards firmly close the emergency drain hose with the stopper.
4. Remove filter: Lay a cotton cloth beneath the water filter, which can absorb a small amount of the rest water. Then remove the water filter by turning it out anticlockwise.
5. Clean the water filter: remove residues in the filter and clean it under running water.
6. Insert the water filter: Reinsert the water filter again by turning it in a clockwise direction. Make sure to turn it in as far as it goes; the filter handle must be in vertical position . To test water tightness of the water filter, you can pour about 1 litre of water into the detergent dispenser. Then reinstall the kitchen plinth.

LOAD BALANCING SYSTEM

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations before every spin and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed that is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend that small and large garments are mixed in the load.

TRANSPORT AND HANDLING

Do not lift the washing machine by gripping it from the upper section. Unplug the appliance and close the water tap. Check that the door and detergent dispenser drawer are tightly closed. Detach the filling hose from the water tap then detach the drain hose. Empty all the water remaining in the hoses and secure the latter so that they do not get damaged during transport. Apply the transport bolts back on. Repeat, in reverse order, the transport bolt removal procedure described in the “Health & Safety and Installation Guides”.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The washing machine may occasionally fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Service, make sure that the problem cannot be easily solved using the following list.

DEMO MODE:
To deactivate this function, switch the washing machine OFF. Than press and hold “Start/Pause” button, within 5 seconds press also “ON/OFF” button and hold both buttons for 2 seconds.

You can download the Safety Instructions, Product Fiche and Energy data by:

• Visiting our website – http://docs.whirlpool.eu
• Using QR Code
• Alternatively, contact our After-sales Service (See phone number in the warranty booklet). When contacting our After-sales Service, please state the codes provided on your product’s identification plate.

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