Problems
You have found water
around the appliance:
The washing results are
not satisfactory :
The appliance vibrates,
is noisy:
The wash cycle is much
too long:
The appliance stops
during a wash cycle:
The lid doesn't open at
the end of the cycle:
Softener runs directly in-
to the drum when filling
the dispenser box:
The drainage pump runs
constantly, even when
the appliance is inactive:
The "Start/Pause" push-
1)
2)
button
flashes red
:
1) On some models, the audible signals can sound
2) After solving any problems, press "Start/Pause" pushbutton to restart the interrupted programme.
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
Only use detergents and additives designed
for use in a washing machine. We do not
recommend mixing different types of deter-
gents. This may spoil the washing. There
are no restrictions on the use of powder de-
tergents. Liquid detergents must not be
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• too much detergent has caused foam to overflow,
• the detergent is unsuitable for machine washing,
• the drainage U-piece isn't attached correctly,
• the water inlet hose is leaking.
• the detergent is unsuitable for machine washing,
• there is too much washing in the drum,
• the wash cycle is unsuitable,
• there isn't enough detergent.
• all packaging have not been removed from the appliance (see "Instal-
lation"),
• the appliance isn't level and is unbalanced (see "Installation"),
• the appliance is too close to the wall or furniture,
• washing is unevenly distributed in the drum, the load is too small,
• the appliance is in running in period, noise will disappear with time.
• the water inlet filters are dirty (see "Care and cleaning "),
• the power or water supply has been cut off,
• the motor overheating detector has been activated,
• the water inlet temperature is lower than usual,
• the foam detection security system has been activated (too much de-
tergent) and the washing machine has begun draining the foam,
• the out of balance detector has been activated: an extra phase has
been added to distribute washing more evenly in the drum.
• the water or electricity supply is defective,
• a "Rinse hold" has been selected,
• the drum shutters are open.
• the temperature inside the drum is too high,
• the lid unlocks 1 - 2 minutes after the end of the cycle.
• you have gone past the MAX indicator.
• the anti-flooding security system has been activated, please proceed
as follows :
- close the water inlet tap,
- empty the appliance for 2 minutes before unplugging,
- call the after-sales service.
• the lid is not closed properly,
• the drainage filter is obstructed,
• the drain hose is blocked or bent,
• the drain hose is fixed to high (see "Installation"),
• the drainage pump is blocked,
• the standpipes blocked,
• the water tap is closed, the water supply has been cut off.
Causes
used when a prewash has been selected.
For cycles without prewash, pour the liquid
detergent directly into the drum or use a
special dosing device (supplied by the de-
tergent's manufacturer). Detergent tablets
or doses must be placed in the detergent
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