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Care and Maintenance

Appliance exterior and 
control panel

Can be washed down with a 
soft, damp cloth

A little neutral cleaner (not 
abrasive) can be used if 
necessary

Dry with a soft cloth

Door seal

Rub down occasionally with a 
damp cloth

Regularly check the seal folds 
for foreign bodies

Filter

We recommend that you check 
and clean the filter regularly, 
at least two or three times a 
year or (see “Removing the 
Filter”)

Detergent dispenser

1.

Press the release lever in the 

prewash compartment 
downward and remove the 
drawer.

2.

Remove the inserts (the 
siphon from the softener 
compartment and the 
coloured insert for liquid 
detergent).

3.

Wash under running water.

4.

Replace the siphon and the 
liquid detergent insert. 
Insert the detergent 
dispenser in the washing 
machine.

Water hose mesh filter

Check and clean regularly.
Check the supply hose 
regularly for brittleness and 
cracks and replace  with a new 
hose of the same type 
(obtainable from After-Sales 
Service or your dealer). Isolate 
the appliance immediately 
from the mains if the hose is 
damaged 

1.

Turn off the tap and 

unscrew the water inlet hose 
from the tap.

2.

Clean the internal mesh 
filter and screw the water 
inlet hose back onto the tap.

3.

Now unscrew the inlet hose 
on the rear of the washing 
machine.

4.

Clean the mesh filter and 
screw the water inlet hose 
back on.

5.

Turn on the tap and ensure 
that the connections are 
completely water-tight.

Summary of Contents for WAI 2542/2

Page 1: ...ommendations Description of the washing machine Door Before the first wash cycle Preparing to wash Detergent and Additives Removing the Filter Draining Residual Water Care and Maintenance Troubleshooting Guide After Sales Service Transport Handling Electrical connection ...

Page 2: ...e ventilated siphon or hook it over the edge of a sink by means of the U bend 6 Electrical connections Electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified technician in compliance with the manufacturer s instructions and local safety regulations Data concerning voltage consumption and fuses are located on the inside of the appliance door The appliance must be connected to the mains exclusive...

Page 3: ...might otherwise get into the ground water during the disposal process and contaminate it 3 General recommendations Never leave the washing machine connected unnecessarily Turn off the tap Before any cleaning and maintenance work pull out the mains plug or switch off the power supply Clean the outside of the washing machine with a damp cloth Do not use abrasive detergents Never open the door forcib...

Page 4: ...l panel 3 Detergent dispenser 4 After Sales Service sticker inside door 5 Door 6 Filter behind the cover plate 7 Residual water drain hose 8 Adjustable feet Pull the handle to open the door Close the door with light force it will lock home audibly 1 2 4 5 7 6 3 8 ...

Page 5: ... generally removed by the automatic enzyme phase of the programme To remove red wine coffee tea grass and fruit stains etc add stain remover to the detergent dispenser chamber Pre treat heavily soiled areas with stain remover if necessary Dyeing Only use dyes that are suitable for washing machines Follow the manufacturer s instructions Plastic and rubber parts of the washing machine can become dis...

Page 6: ...ations on the detergent pack They depend on degree and type of soiling size of wash full load follow the detergent manufacturer s instructions half load 3 4 the amount used for a full load Minimum load about 1 kg 1 2 the amount used for a full load Water hardness in your area request information from the water company Soft water requires less detergent than hard water refer to water hardness table...

Page 7: ...ing highly concentrated powder and liquid detergents use the commercially available detergent ball or bag and measure out directly into the drum Measure out gel type detergent like powder detergent When using descaling agents bleaches or dyes make sure that they are suitable for washing machines Descalers could contain components that can attack parts of your washing machine Do not use any solvent...

Page 8: ... stop handle horizontal 10 Pour about 1 litre of water into the detergent drawer to reactivate the Eco system Check that the filter is seated properly and tightly in place 11 Fit the plinth again 12 Reinsert the plug in the socket 13 Select a programme and start it When should the residual water be removed To transport the machine relocation In a frost endangered room In this case it is recommende...

Page 9: ...oured insert for liquid detergent 3 Wash under running water 4 Replace the siphon and the liquid detergent insert Insert the detergent dispenser in the washing machine Water hose mesh filter Check and clean regularly Check the supply hose regularly for brittleness and cracks and replace with a new hose of the same type obtainable from After Sales Service or your dealer Isolate the appliance immedi...

Page 10: ...ss the Start Pause button The door has been opened and the Start Pause light is flashing Close the door and press the Start Pause button again The On Off button has been pressed and the light is on The washing machine safety system has been activated see Fault Indicators table Detergent and additive product residues in dispenser at end of wash Check whether the siphon is correctly installed and cl...

Page 11: ...ication lights flash If a digital display is fitted P and F are also displayed alternately For models with no fault display the washing machine stops in the appropriate programme step Switch the appliance off and pull out the mains plug Check whether the drain hose is kinked The pump or the filter is blocked see Removing the Filter IMPORTANT Before draining make sure that the washing water has coo...

Page 12: ...diately flows into the appliance again without the appliance being started there is a fault Turn off the tap and notify After Sales Service 3 For models with fault display select and start the desired programme again For models with no fault display continue the programme by pressing the On Off button again If the fault occurs again please contact After Sales Service see After Sales Service Water ...

Page 13: ...fter the word SERVICE The After Sales Service sticker is on the inside of the door Your full address Your telephone number and area code After Sales Service numbers and addresses can be found in the guarantee booklet or contact the dealer Transport Handling Never lift the appliance by the worktop when transporting 1 Pull out the power plug 2 Turn off the tap 3 Remove the water supply and drain hos...

Page 14: ...s fitted Correct replacement are identified by the colour insert or the colour embossed in words on the base of the plug Replacement fuse covers are available from your local electrical store 2 For the Republic of Ireland only The information given in respect of Great Britain will frequently apply but a third type of plug and socket is also used the 2 pin side earth type 3 Socket outlet plug valid...

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