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680366

TIME OPTIMIZATION DURING THE PROGRAMME PROGRESS

In the early stage of the washing programme, the washing machine uses advanced technology to 
detect the amount of laundry. After load detection, the washing machine adjusts the programme 
duration.

Programmes

Temp.

[°C]

NORMAL

CARE

(basic/default setting)

 

POWER

CARE

TIME

CARE

WATER+ 

(HIGH WATER 

LEVEL) 

DOS

EAID

STAIN

EXPERT 

(TYPES OF STAINS)

GREEN

GUIDE

PREWASH 

PUMP STOP 

SPIN 

(SETTING THE 

SPINNING RATE)

Rinse/Softening 
(Partial programme)

--

Spin/Drain (Spinning 
rate/Drain) 
(Partial programme)

--

Eco 40-60

-

Steam refresh 
(Refreshment with 
steam)

-

Allergy steam 
(Anti-allergy
program with steam)

90

60

40

 

Auto wash

30

•  Additional functions can be used

 Standard programme

-- Cold wash

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Summary of Contents for WS168LNST

Page 1: ...EN DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE OF WASHING MACHINE www gorenje com...

Page 2: ...will be easy on the environment owing to its highly efficient use of power water and detergent This washing machine is intended solely for household use Please do not use it for any laundry labelled a...

Page 3: ...ng the washing programme 35 Step 4 Choosing the settings 43 Step 5 Selecting additional functions 47 Step 6 Starting the washing programme 48 Step 7 Change of washing programme or manual physical canc...

Page 4: ...he instructions for use or inappropriate use of the washing machine may result in damage to the laundry or the appliance or injury to the user Keep the instruction manual handy near the washing machin...

Page 5: ...d person Before connecting the washing machine to the power mains wait for at least 2 hours until it reaches room temperature In case of a defect only use approved spare parts by authorized manufactur...

Page 6: ...e the first use of the washing machine remove the blocking rods as switching on a blocked washing machine can result in serious damage see chapter INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION Removing the blocking rod...

Page 7: ...hine is not intended for dry cleaning Only use agents for machine washing and care of laundry We shall not be responsible for any damages or discolouration of gaskets and plastic parts resulting from...

Page 8: ...fects on components which do not affect the functionality and safety of the appliance CHILD SAFETY Before closing the washing machine door and running the programme make sure there is nothing except l...

Page 9: ...Be careful to avoid burns Make sure children do not play near the door glass WATER OVERFLOW PROTECTION WITH WASHING MACHINE SWITCHED ON If the water level in the appliance rises above normal level the...

Page 10: ...cord 3 Water discharge hose 4 Adjustable feet FRONT 1 Control unit 2 Start pause button 3 Programme selector knob 4 On off reset button 5 Dispenser tray 6 Door 7 Rating plate 8 Pump filter 3 4 2 5 6...

Page 11: ...ne is fitted on the front wall of the washing machine door opening see chapter WASHING MACHINE DESCRIPTION Maximum load See rating plate Width 600 mm Height 850 mm Washing machine depth a 610 mm Depth...

Page 12: ...n the programme is started and in progress it will be lit continuously 1ON OFF RESET BUTTON Use this button to turn the washing machine on and off and to reset the washing programme The button is lit...

Page 13: ...d power consumption according to the selected washing settings 8PREWASH 9CLEAN THE PUMP FILTER symbol lighting 10 TEMP WASHING TEMPERATURE Temperature settings options 4WASHING MODE 4a POWERCARE 4b TI...

Page 14: ...ich the blocking rods were inserted with plastic plugs and redo the screws that you undid in step 1 The plastic plugs are supplied in the bag with the washing machine instruction manual INSTALLATION A...

Page 15: ...st the angular pieces and the blocking rods they can be ordered from the manufacturer After transport the washing machine should be left to stand still for at least two hours before it is connected to...

Page 16: ...traverse direction by rotating the adjustable feet 2After adjusting the height of the feet firmly tighten the jam nuts counter nuts using a spanner No 17 by turning them towards the bottom of the was...

Page 17: ...45 mm than your Gorenje dryer then the dryer support has to be purchased figure 2 It is essential to use the vacuum feet Additional equipment dryer support a and vacuum feet b are available for purcha...

Page 18: ...achine may not be in contact with a wall or adjacent furniture For optimum washing machine operation we recommend observing the clearances from the walls as indicated in the figure In case of failure...

Page 19: ...e cold water supply then seal the hot water hose with a suitable 3 4 plug that is not supplied with the appliance The 3 4 plug is available in specialized plumbing supplies stores For normal washing m...

Page 20: ...ions are labelled with letters C and H C cold H hot Warm water mixture of hot and cold water is only added for programmes at 40 C or higher Tighten the water supply hose by hand firmly enough for the...

Page 21: ...that cuts the water supply to the washing machine In such case the control glass a will turn red Replace the water supply hose TOTAL AQUA STOP If an internal tube or hose is damaged and if water is p...

Page 22: ...trap such trap should be properly installed to allow cleaning CONNECTING AND SECURING THE WATER DISCHARGE HOSE Feed the water discharge hose into a washbasin or a bathtub or connect it directly to a...

Page 23: ...scharge hose is not correctly attached safe and correct washing machine operation cannot be ensured DThe discharge hose has to be attached and affixed to the pin on the back of the washing machine as...

Page 24: ...e rating plate see chapter WASHING MACHINE DESCRIPTION Technical information We recommend using over voltage protection to protect the appliance in case of a lightning strike The washing machine may n...

Page 25: ...s leads to better washing effect without extending the washing program Ionized air is used with nearly all washing programmes WASHING PROGRAMS WITH STEAM Adding steam during the last washing step loos...

Page 26: ...EFORE USING THE APPLIANCE FOR THE FIRST TIME Make sure the washing machine is disconnected from the power mains then open the door towards you figures 1 and 2 Before first use clean the washing machin...

Page 27: ...ash only Do not wash Bleaching Bleaching in cool water c1 Bleaching not allowed Dry cleaning Dry cleaning with all agents A Petroleum solvent R11 R113 P Dry cleaning in kerosene pure alcohol and R113...

Page 28: ...of fibre or lint separately from other laundry 3 Close the buttons and zippers tie any ribbons and turn the pockets inside out remove any metal clips that could damage the laundry and washing machine...

Page 29: ...machine drum is also lit for 5 minutes when the washing machine is switched on figure 2 The light in the washing machine drum can also remain lit during appliance operation if you press the START PAUS...

Page 30: ...aking sure the drum is empty figure 2 Make sure that no garment is stuck between the door and the rubber gasket Close the washing machine door figure 3 Do not overload the drum See PROGRAMME TABLE and...

Page 31: ...tial programmes are independent programmes Use them when you feel you do not need the entire washing programme STEP 3 CHOOSING THE WASHING PROGRAMME Choose the programme by rotating the programme sele...

Page 32: ...on the clothing worn directly on the skin Choose 40 C if the laundry is only lightly dirty Spinning speed can be set to your preference Programme duration and amount of water will be adjusted to the...

Page 33: ...n you only wish to spin the laundry If you only wish to pump out the water from the washing machine press the SPIN 11 button to select drain Eco 40 60 MAX Washing cycle which is able to clean normally...

Page 34: ...programmes Programme Max load Programme description Stain Organic Blood Stains 30 C 90 C MAX Use this program to remove the following types of stains blood eggs semolina or wheatlet curry make up ice...

Page 35: ...the button will flash when pressed see FUNCTION TABLE Description of lighting of functions for the selected programme Lit Basic preset setting Dimmed Functions that can be adjusted and Unlit Function...

Page 36: ...u For correct functioning of the 5 DOSEAID function we recommend setting the correct water hardness level Selected washing programme Amount of laundry load the washing machine measures the load every...

Page 37: ...ond level medium soiled laundry will light up 3 Press the symbol to set the desired level of laundry dirtiness e g set level three heavily soiled laundry or level one lightly soiled laundry 4 Press th...

Page 38: ...again 7 Add the recommended amount of powder or liquid detergent into the dosing tank Use the powder or liquid detergent Level indicator for accurate dosing see chapter RECOMMENDATIONS FOR WASHING AND...

Page 39: ...preserves chocolate curry grapes sweat make up baby food machine oil ice cream lipstick mayonnaise milk shake strawberries grass mashed potatoes cherries dirt pudding spinach Coca Cola pesto soot ora...

Page 40: ...it on the display unit If you select draining without spinning the symbol will appear on the display unit If you select Pump stop the symbol will appear on the display unit Select the Pump stop functi...

Page 41: ...light the symbol 13 will be lit Follow the same procedure to deactivate the child lock As long as the child lock is activated programme settings or additional functions cannot be changed Child lock r...

Page 42: ...ual washing time will be displayed To set the time to the end of the washing programme again press the 12 START DELAY position The function is activated when the 3 START PAUSE button is pressed Washin...

Page 43: ...control of the energy values of selected washing programmes and extra washing functions By choosing different settings the user can save on water and power consumption e g by using the POWERCARE funct...

Page 44: ...ter level 2 levels and with an additional rinse Basic default setting Level 1 higher water level Level 2 higher water level with an extra rinse cycle 8 14 When the washing machine is switched off all...

Page 45: ...F STAINS GREENGUIDE PREWASH PUMP STOP SPIN SETTING THE SPINNING RATE Cotton black 40 30 Cotton color 60 40 60 40 30 20 Cotton white 90 60 40 Mix Mixed laundry Synthetics 60 40 30 20 Wool Handwash 40 3...

Page 46: ...Programmes Temp C NORMALCARE basic default setting POWERCARE TIMECARE WATER HIGH WATER LEVEL DOSEAID STAINEXPERT TYPES OF STAINS GREENGUIDE PREWASH PUMP STOP SPIN SETTING THE SPINNING RATE Rinse Soft...

Page 47: ...the selected functions After pressing the 3 START PAUSE button the spinning rate can be adjusted except in the case of the Steril tub Self cleaning programme and SPIN SPINNING RATE DRAIN PUMP STOP an...

Page 48: ...e washing programme is temporarily paused when the time remaining until programme completion is flashing on the display unit At the same time the washing machine pumps the water out of the washing mac...

Page 49: ...ing machine switches into low standby mode or switches off After 5 minutes the End sign will no longer be displayed 1 Open the washing machine door 2 Take the laundry from the drum 3 Wipe the rubber d...

Page 50: ...icator lights for POWERCARE TIMECARE DOSEAID STAINEXPERT TYPES OF STAINS and GREENGUIDE will light up on the display unit Number 1 will appear on the LED display indicating the settings function Rotat...

Page 51: ...r remove laundry from the drum If the water level in the drum is above a certain level this will be indicated by the flashing of the WATER symbol HIGH WATER LEVEL If you press the WATER position HIGH...

Page 52: ...error will be indicated on the display E XX POWER SUPPLY FAILURE In case of a power supply failure the washing programme is interrupted When power supply resumes PF Power Failure will appear on the d...

Page 53: ...ugh and if the water temperature is not excessively high Otherwise use manual physical interruption see chapter INTERRUPTIONS AND CHANGING THE PROGRAMME Manual physical interruption 1When the program...

Page 54: ...ent residue from the bottom of the housing 3If required remove and clean the plug cap 4Clean the plug cap under running water and replace it MAINTENANCE CLEANING Before cleaning unplug the washing mac...

Page 55: ...h to clean the entire washing machine rinsing section especially the nozzles on the upper side of the rinsing chamber 3After every wash wipe the rubber door seal to extend its useful life CLEANING THE...

Page 56: ...lter cap using a suitable tool flat screwdriver or a similar tool 2Pull out the water outlet funnel before cleaning the pump filter Rotate the pump filter slowly in the counter clockwise direction Pul...

Page 57: ...g Clean the washing machine exterior and display unit using a soft damp cotton cloth and water Do not use any solvents or cleaning agents that could damage the washing machine please observe the recom...

Page 58: ...tched off Disturbances from the environment e g the power grid may result in various error reports see TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE In such case Switch off the washing machine and wait for a few seconds Swit...

Page 59: ...supply hose clean is the water supply hose deformed clipped clogged etc is the pressure in the water mains between 0 05 and 0 8 MPa 0 5 8 bar Then press the 3 START PAUSE button to resume the programm...

Page 60: ...sed but it cannot be locked Switch off the washing machine Switch it back on and restart the washing program If the error reoccurs call a service technician E23 Error while unlocking the door Door is...

Page 61: ...onal description under TROUBLESHOOTING TABLE cln System warning to run the Steril tub Self cleaning programme After the washing programme is complete the signs cln and End will alternate on the displa...

Page 62: ...bility control system will be activated Smaller loads e g one towel one sweater one bathrobe etc or clothes made of materials with special geometrical properties are virtually impossible to distribute...

Page 63: ...d on the rating type plate located on the front side of the washing machine door opening In case of a defect only use approved spare parts by authorized manufacturers Repair or any warranty claim resu...

Page 64: ...cessive use of energy and poorer washing machine performance Loosen any folded laundry before putting it into the drum Only use detergents for machine washing In case of excessive foaming in the washi...

Page 65: ...with water to prevent clogging the dispenser tray drain Liquid detergents are intended for washing programmes without a prewash cycle At higher spinning rates there will be less residual moisture in t...

Page 66: ...y or authority Symbols of detergent dispenser compartments prewash main wash softening 1A separator divider tab is supplied with the washing machine which allows adding liquid detergent to the main wa...

Page 67: ...ergent otherwise the powder detergent may cake before the start of the washing process Pour the conditioner into the dispenser tray into the compartment with the symbol Observe the recommendation on t...

Page 68: ...ent inside out and place a paper towel under the stain Use the alcohol on the back side of the stain At the end of the pro cess thoroughly rinse the garment Felt tip pens Dilute some starch in water a...

Page 69: ...mixture of salt and water on the stain Leave to take effect for a while then rinse You can apply sodium bicarbonate distilled vinegar or lemon juice on the stain before washing in the washing machine...

Page 70: ...electronic equipment processing When disposing of the washing machine at the end of its useful life remove all power cords and destroy the door latch and switch to prevent the door from locking or lat...

Page 71: ...0 60 174 40 184 Mix Mixed laundry Synthetics 60 129 1000 40 117 30 114 20 63 59 Wool Handwash 40 50 800 30 49 37 Speed 20 30 20 1000 IonWash 59 Washing with ions 59 40 59 1200 Steril tub Self cleaning...

Page 72: ...differ from the ones stated in the table Programmes Temp C NORMALCARE basic default setting SPIN SPINNING RATE Washing time minutes rpm Eco 40 60 175 1200 Steam refresh Refreshment with steam 25 Alle...

Page 73: ...ated if you rotate the programme selector knob 2 or press the ON OFF RESET button 1 In some models the light inside the washing machine drum will also be lit If you do not do anything for 5 minutes af...

Page 74: ...r consumption will depend on how the appliance is used and on the hardness of the water x Maximum temperature inside the treated textile a C Rated capacity x Remaining moisture content a Rated capacit...

Page 75: ...Regulation EU 2019 2023 a b is found a for the eco 40 60 programme b changes to these items shall not be considered relevant for the purposes of paragraph 4 of Article 4 of Regulation EU 2017 1369 c i...

Page 76: ...IOR P Gorenje Asia Shanghai Limited Company Address Unit B 2F Building A Synnex International Park No 1068 West Tianshan Road Service number 400 808 8899 Service mailbox service cn gorenje com Website...

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