QUICK START GUIDE:
3FE-8612X
Dear Customer,
This Quick Start Guide is enclosed with detailed washing
machine operating instructions.
Before using the appliance
carefully read the Operating Instructions, especially
guidelines for safe use.
Before plugging the washing machine into the mains,
remove the safety packaging and ensure the machine is level.
Do not start the washing machine before it is properly
set up.
Only wash delicate fabrics, synthetics, wool using
designated programs. Such fabrics should only be washed in
the maximum load sizes recommended
(see page 2.)
.
The correct washing machine operation extends its lifetime
so make sure the drum seal is dry (leave the door ajar after
washing). Do not clean the washing machine with harsh or
abrasive detergents.
Preparing to wash
1
Empty pockets
Close all zips and button up duvet covers.
Wash delicate and small items in a protective mesh
laundry bag.
Open the door of the washing machine by gripping
the door and the door handle on the inside of the
door.
Insert the sorted clothes into the washing machine:
Cotton — max full drum.
Synthetics — max ½ of the drum.
Silk, wool — max 1/3 of the drum.
Close the door, press firmly against the seal.
Add detergent
2
Open the detergent drawer. Pull the handle.
Pour the recommended dose of washing detergent
into the appropriate compartment of the detergent
drawer.
Add fabric conditioner to the appropriate
compartment if required.
MAIN WASH detergent.
Fabric softener or other special care liquids.
PREWASH detergent.
OptiDose — automatic (liquid) detergent
dispensing*
The OptiDose button is used for automated
dispensing of liquid detergent. You can choose the
detergent dose — small, medium, large — or turn off
the system.
Press and hold the OptiDose button for 3 seconds
to turn off the OptiDose option. Press and hold the
OptiDose button for 3 seconds again to turn on the
OptiDose option.
* Available on selected models
Program selections
3
Set the programme selector knob to the desired
programme.
Customize the programme to your needs — you
can change the temperature, spin speed, or
enable additional features.
Select additional functions. The additional
functions are described on the control panel and
in the “Table of Wash Programmes”
(see page 2)
.
Select START
4
Close the appliance door.
Set the programme selector dial to the desired
programme
(see page 2)
.
Select additional functions or wash cycle
parameters as required – according to your
needs.
Select time remaining ranging from 1 to 24
hours.
Then press the START/ PAUSE button
End of the wash
5
End of the wash cycle is indicated by acoustic signal
(if active). The display shows END and the door lock
indicator light goes out.
Close the water valve.
Turn washing machine off.
Unplug the appliance from the mains.
Open the door and remove laundry. Once clothes
are removed, leave the door slightly ajar to allow the
drum seal to dry before the door is closed properly.
Leave the detergent drawer compartment slightly
ajar to allow it to dry.
IO-WMS-1558 (EN) 02.2019./1
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1. Detergent drawer
2. Drum
3. Programme selector dial
4. Control Panel / Display
5. Door handle
6. Pump filter cover
7. Time Remaining
8. Temperature button
9. Spin Button
10. Soil level
11. Rapid Wash
12. Options (Extra Rinse/Pre-wash)
8+9. Acoustic Signal On/Off
11+12. Child Lock
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