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ÖKO-LAVAMAT 88830 update
The Environmentally-Friendly Washing 
Machine
User Information    

2
Dear customer,
Please read this user information carefully.
In particular, pay attention to the section ”Safety” on the first pages. 
Keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on 
to any subsequent owners of the unit.
1Points which are necessary for your safety or which are important for 
the unit's functional capability are highlighted by a warning triangle 
and/or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!). Always remem-
ber.
01. This symbol guides you step by step in operating the unit.
2. ...
3After this symbol you will find detailed information on operation and 
practical use of the unit.
2The clover leaf indicates tips and information on the economical and 
environmentally-responsible use of the unit.
This user information contains information on remedying any faults 
which may occur, see the section ”What to do if ...”.
If these instructions are not sufficient, our After-Sales Service is at your 
disposal at any time:
ELGROEP & AEG SERVICE
Bergensesteenweg 719
1502 Lembeek
Tel.: 02/3630444
Here you will receive an answer to any question concerning the fea-
tures and use of your unit. Of course, we are also pleased to receive any 
requests, suggestions and criticism. Our aim is to further improve our 
products and services for the benefit of our customers.
In the event of technical problems, our factory customer service in your 
area is at your disposal at all times. Also refer to the section ”Service”.
Printed on recycled paper.
Those who think ecologically act ecologically ...

Contents
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CONTENTS
Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disposal  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Environment Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front View  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Program Selector   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Additional Program Buttons  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Consumption Values and Time Requirements  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Running Time Display  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
What Does ”Update” Mean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Water Protection Aqua Control + Aqua Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Before the First Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Prepare the Washing Cycle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Sort and Prepare the Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Washing Types and Care Codes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Washing Detergents and Care Agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Which washing detergnet and care agent?   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
How much washing detergent and care agent?  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Water Softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Run a Washing Cycle  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Brief Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the Washing Program  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Change the spin speed/Select rinse hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Set the delay timer/soaking duration  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Opening and closing the filling door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Add the Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Add Washing Detergent and/Care Agent.  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Start the washing program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Completion of the Washing Program  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
The washing cycle is finished/Remove the washing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Contents
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Program Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Washing  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Separate Conditioning/Starching/Impregnating  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Separate Spin  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Washing Detergent Drawer  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Washing Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning the drain pump  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Remedying Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
If the washing result is not satisfactory  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Additional Rinse (RINSE+) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Solution Cooling  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Additional Rinse and Solution Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Program Saving  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Child Safety Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Setting up and connection instructions  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Safety Instructions for Installation  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Setting Up the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Transporting the Unit  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Remove the Transport Safeguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Prepare the Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Setting Up on a Vibrating floor   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Compensate for Floor Unevenness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Contents
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Electrical Connection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Water Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Permissible Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Water Inflow  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Water Drainage  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Delivery Heads over 1m  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Technical Data  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Dimensions    . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Index  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Service  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Instructions for use
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
1Safety
The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised 
technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appli-
ances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility 
to inform you of the following safety information.
Before Putting into Operation for the First Time
•Refer to the ”Installation and Connection Instructions” later in this 
user information.
•When the unit is delivered in winter months with minus tempera-
tures: Store the washing machine for 24 hours at room temperature 
before putting it into operation.
Correct Use
•The washing machine is only designed for normal domestic washing. 
If the unit is used for purposes other than that for which it is 
designed, the manufacturer can accept no liability for any resulting 
damages.
•For safety reasons, conversions or modifications to the washing 
machine are not permissible.
•Use only detergents which are suitable for washing machines. Follow 
the washing detergent manufacturer's instructions.
•The washing must not contain any flammable solvents. Also remem-
ber this when washing pre-cleaned washing.
•Do not use the washing machine for chemical cleaning.
•Dyes/dye removers may only be used in washing machines if the 
manufacturer expressly allows these products. We cannot be held lia-
ble for any resulting damage.
•Use only water from the water mains. Use rainwater or service water 
only if it meets the requirements outlined in DIN1986 and DIN1988.
•Frost damage is not covered by the warranty! If the washing machine 
is in a room which is at risk from frost, an emergency emptying oper-
ation must be carried out when there is a frost risk (see the section 
”Carry Out Emergency Emptying”).

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Child Safety
•Packaging components (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to 
children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children.
•Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling 
electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary supervision dur-
ing operation and do not allow children to play with the washing 
machine – there is a risk that children can get trapped inside.
•Ensure that children or small animals cannot climb into the washing 
machine's drum.
•When disposing of the washing machine: Pull out the mains plug, 
destroy the door lock, cut off the electrical supply lead and throw 
away the plug and the left-over cable. This means that children at 
play cannot shut themselves inside and in so doing be in danger.
General Safety
•Repairs to the washing machine may only be carried out by skilled 
persons. Incorrect repairs can cause significant hazards. If repairs are 
necessary, consult our Customer Service or your specialist dealer.
•Never put the washing machine into operation if the mains cable is 
damaged or if the control panel, work top or base area are damaged 
in such a way that the inside of the unit is open and accessible.
•Switch off the washing machine before carrying out cleaning, care 
and maintenance work. Also pull the mains plug out of the socket or, 
–if it is permanently connected, – switch off the LS switch in the 
fuse box or completely unscrew the screw-in fuse.
•Never pull the cable to remove the plug from the socket. Always pull 
the plug itself.
•Multiple connectors, couplings and extension cables must not be 
used. There is a fire risk with overheating! 
•Do not spray down the washing machine with a water jet. Electric 
shock risk!
•The glass in the filling door becomes hot in the case of washing pro-
grams with high temperatures. Do not touch!
•Allow the washing solution to cool down before emergency emptying 
of the unit, before cleaning or before emergency opening of the fill-
ing door.
•Small animals can chew the power cables and water hoses. Risk of 
electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away 
from the washing machine.

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2Disposal
Dispose the packing material!
Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packag-
ing materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recy-
cled. 
•Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations:
•Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper and 
should be deposited in the waste paper collection for recycling.
Dispose the old appliance!
When you finally put your appliance out of operation, 
please bring it to your nearest recycling centre or to your dealer.
2Environment Tips
•The pre-wash cycle is not required for averagely dirty washing. This 
saves washing powder/liquid, water and time (and does not harm the 
environment).
•The washing machine is especially economical when you fully utilise 
the stated filling quantities.
•For small amounts of washing, use only half to two thirds the recom-
mended amount of washing powder/liquid.
•Suitable pretreatment enables stains and small amounts of dirt to be 
removed. You can then wash at a lower temperature.
•Use the energy-saving program to wash garments which are lightly to 
moderately dirty.
•There is often no need for conditioner. Try it once! If you use a dryer, 
your washing will become soft and velvety even without conditioner.
•In the case of medium to high water hardness, (hardness range II or 
higher, see ”Washing and Care Agents”), you should use water sof-
tener. 
The washing powder/liquid can then always be metered for hardness 
range I (= soft).
   >PE< for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material 
   >PS< for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-free)
   >POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g. plastic clips 

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Unit Description
Front View 
Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent 
Drawer for 
washing 
powder and 
care agent
Filling door
Screw feet 
(height-adjustable);
rear left: 
Automatic 
adjustment foot
Control panel
Flap in front of 
solution pump
Rating plate
(behind filling 
door)
Pre-wash 
detergent/
soaking agent 
or water-softener
Main detergent
(powder) and 
water-softener 
if required
In-wash stain treatment
Liquid care agent 
(conditioner, 
finisher, starch)

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Control panel
Program Selector
The program selector determines 
the type of washing cycle (e.g. 
water level, drum movement, 
number of rinses, spin speed) 
according to the type of gar-
ments being washed, and also the 
washing solution.
OFF (ARRET)
Switches off the washing 
machine. All other positions are 
"switched on".
COTTONS/LINEN (BLANC/COULEURS)
Main washing cycle Cottons/Linen at 30 °C to 95 °C.
2ENERGY SAVING position (ECO): Energy-saving program at approx. 
67 °C for lightly to normally dirty cottons, extended washing time 
(cannot be combined with QUICK WASH/COURT and STAIN/TACHES).
SPIN CYCLE SPEED 
button with  display
Delay Timer Button 
Additional program 
buttons
OVER DOSING display
Program 
sequence display
 Button DOOR/LIGHT
Multi-display
Program selector
Button 
START/PAUSE
Display RISIDUAL MOISTURE%/LOADING% 

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EASY-CARES (MIXTES)
Main washing cycle for easy-care textiles (mixed fabrics) at 40 °C to 
60 °C.
EASY IRON position (SANS REPASSAGE): Main washing cycle at 40 °C 
for easy-care textiles which, with the aid of this program, only have to 
be either gently ironed or not ironed at all. 
DELICATES (DELICAT)
Main washing cycle for delicates at 30 °C or 40 °C. 
WOOL (LAINE)/ P (Handwash Program)
Main washing cycle (cold to 40 °C) for machine washable woollens and 
hand washable wool fabrics with the ï(handwash) care code.
SILK (SOIE)/ P (Handwash Program)
Main washing cycle at 30 °C for hand and machine washable silk.
3As silk is a very delicate fabric we recommend washing only one gar-
ment at a time, if possible, and never together with other rough fabrics. 
For extremely delicate silks an even gentler wash can be achieved with 
the QUICK WASH (COURT) button.
STARCHING (AMIDON.)
Separate starching, separate conditioning and separate proofing of 
damp washing (1 rinse, wash in liquid treatment agent from condi-
tioner chamber æ, spin cycle).
If required, a separate rinsing cycle can be carried out – just leave the 
conditioner chamber empty.
PUMP OUT (VIDANGE)
Pumping off the water after a rinse hold (without spin).
3Rinse hold means: The washing remains lying in the last rinsing water. It 
is not spun.
SPIN (ESSORAGE)
Pumping off the water after a rinse hold and spin, or separate spin of 
hand-washed cottons /linen.
SHORT SPIN (ESSOR. DELICATE)
Pumping off the water after a rinse hold and short spin or separate 
short spin of sensitive textiles (easy-care washing, delicates, woollens).

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Additional Program Buttons
The additional program buttons are for adapting 
the washing program to the dirtiness of the wash-
ing. Additional programs are not required for 
washing which is not excessively dirty. 
Various functions can be combined with each 
other, depending on the program.
PRE WASH (PRELAV.)
Cold pre wash before the main washing cycle 
which follows on automatically; with intermediate 
spin for COTTONS/LINEN (BLANC/COULEURS), 
without intermediate spin for EASY-CARES (MIXTES) 
and DELICATES (DELICAT).
SOAKING (TREMPAGE)
Approx. 1 hour at 30 °C or 40 °C, depending on the set program. 
Can be extended by max. 19 hours with the button DELAY TIMER 
(DEPART DIFFERE). This is followed by the main washing cycle.
QUICK WASH (COURT)
Shorter washing cycle for slightly dirty washing.
STAIN (TACHES)
For treating very dirty washing or stained washing. (In-wash stain 
treatment is added during the program on a time-optimized basis.)
3With the WOOLLENS (LAINE)/P program (handwash), it is not possible 
to select the additional programs (any pressed buttons have no effect).

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Consumption Values and Time Requirements
The values for selected programs in the following tables were deter-
mined under normal conditions. However, there is a helpful orientation 
aid for domestic operation. 
Program Selector/
Temperature
Filling Quantity
in kg
Water 
in litres
Energy 
in kWh
Time in 
Minutes
COTTONS/LINEN 95
(BLANC/COULEURS) 539 1,65 137
COTTONS/LINEN 601)
(BLANC/COULEURS)
1) Note: Program setting for a test in accordance with EN 60 456. The consumption 
values can deviate from the stated values depending on the water pressure, 
water hardness, inlet temperature, room temperature, type and quantity of 
washing, the washing powder/liquid used, fluctuations in the mains voltage and 
selected additional functions.
539 0,89 125
COTTONS/LINEN 40 
(BLANC/COULEURS) 544 0,55 122
EASY-CARES 40
(MIXTES) 2.5 45 0,42 102
DELICATES 30
(DELICAT) 2.5 49 0,40 68
WOOLLENS (LAINE)/
P (Handwash) 30 242 0,20 37

Instructions for use
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Running Time Display
3The running times of the washing programs 
depend on the usual washing practice and 
the ambient conditions at the installation 
location. 
The washing type and quantity, the type of washing powder, the water 
temperature and the room temperature etc. can influence the duration 
of the washing program.
The washing machine saves from each program the running times of 
the last wash cycles and calculates from them the average running time 
for a washing cycle. This average running time is shown by the multi 
display during the next wash.
After several washes, the running time shown in the multi display is 
thereby adapted to the usual washing practice and the ambient 
conditions at the installation location.

Instructions for use
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What Does ”Update” Mean?
The washing programs of your washing machine are controlled by soft-
ware.
New types of textiles or new washing powders/liquids could, in the 
future, require new washing programs. The software can be adapted to 
these in most cases.
For further information on the ”Update”, consult the Customer Service. 
You can also ask the Customer Service about the costs of an ”Update”.
Water Protection Aqua Control + 
Aqua Alarm
In the event of damage to the supply hose, the system blocks the fur-
ther supply of water to the unit directly st the water tap.
If water escapes elsewhere, the drainage pump automatically pumps 
off – even if the unit is switched off. The washing machine merely has 
to be connected to the electricity mains. When the water protection 
system responds, a warning signal sounds at the same time.

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Before the First Wash
0Carry out a washing operation without washing (COTTONS/BLANC 
95 °C, with half the quantity of washing powder/liquid).
This removes residues left over from production on the drum and 
solution container.
Prepare the Washing Cycle
Sort and Prepare the Washing
•Sort the washing according to care codes and type (see ”Washing 
Types and Care Codes”).
•Empty pockets.
•Remove metal parts (paper clips, safety pins etc.).
•To prevent washing damage and washing snags: Close zip fasteners, 
button closed bed covers and pillow cases, and tie together ribbons, 
e.g. on aprons.
•Use clothing made of double-layer fabric (sleeping bag, anorak etc.).
•On knitted, coloured textiles and on wool and textiles with fitted 
decorations: Turn inside out.
•Wash small and sensitive items (baby socks, stockings, tights, bras 
etc.) in a washing net, a cushion with a zip fastener or in larger socks.
•Treat curtains with particular care. Remove small metal rollers or 
small, burred rollers or tie them in a net or in a bag. We cannot 
accept any liability for damage.
•Do not wash coloureds and whites together in one washing cycle. 
Otherwise, whites will discolour or turn grey.
•New coloureds often contain surplus dye. It is best to wash such 
items separately the first time.
•Mix small and large items of washing! This speeds up theeffect of 
washing and the washing is more favourably distributed during spin-
ning.
•Loosen up the washing before loading it into the washing machine.
•Put the washing into the drum folded out.
•Pay attention to the care instructions ”Wash separately” and ”Wash 
separately several times”!

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Washing Types and Care Codes
The care codes help you choose the correct washing program. The 
washing should be sorted according to type and care code. The temper-
atures stated in the care codes are all maximum values.
Cottons ç
Textiles made of cotton and linen with this care code are insensitive to 
mechanical stress and high temperatures. The program COTTONS/LINEN 
(BLANC/COULEURS) is suitable for this type of washing.
Linen èë
Textiles made of cotton and linen with this care code are insensitive to 
mechanical stresses. The program COTTONS/LINEN (BLANC/COULEURS) 
is suitable for this type of washing.
Easy-Care Garmentsêí 
Textiles such as finished cottons, cotton mixtures, viscose and synthet-
ics with this care code require mechanically more mild treatment. The 
program EASY-CARES/EASY IRON (MIXTES/SANS REPASSAGE) is 
suitable for this type of washing.
Delicates ì
Textiles such as layered fibres, microfibres, viscose, synthetics and cur-
tains with this care code require very gentle treatment. The program 
DELICATES (DELICAT) is suitable for this type of washing.
Wool, Silk and Extremely Delicate Washing 9ìï
Textiles such as wool, wool blends and silk with this care code are par-
ticularly sensitive to mechanical stresses. The WOOL (LAINE)/P (Hand-
wash) and SILK (SOIE)/P (Handwash) programs are suitable for this 
type of fabric.
Attention!  Textiles with the care codeñ (Do not wash!) must not be 
washed in the washing machine!

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Washing Detergents and Care Agents
Which washing detergnet and care agent?
Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use 
in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
How much washing detergent and care agent?
The amount to be used depends on:
•the dirtiness of the washing
•the hardness category of the mains water supply
•the filling quantity
2If the detergent manufacturer gives no details of the dosing quantities 
for minimum loads, add one third less for half loads and, in the case of 
very small loads and for EASY IRON (SANS REPASSAGE), only half the 
amount of detergent recommended for a full load.
Refer to the detergent/care manufacturer's instructions on use and 
dosage.
Water Softener
For medium to high water hardness (hardness category II or higher) you 
should use water softener. Pay attention to the manufacturer's instruc-
tions. Always then meter detergent for hardness category I (= soft). The 
responsible water works can provide information on the local water 
hardness.
2Since the water softener is added before the main washing detergent, 
(water pre-softening), eighty percent of the softener quantity stated on 
the package is sufficient.
Water Hardness Details  
Hardness Category
Water Hardness °dH 
 (degrees German 
hardness)
Water Hardness in mmol / l 
(millimol per litre)
I – soft 0 - 7 up to 1.3
II – medium hard 7 - 14 1.3 - 2.5
III – hard 14 - 21 2.5 - 3.8
IV – very hard over 21 over 3.8

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Run a Washing Cycle
Brief Instructions
A washing cycle is run in the following steps:
01. Set the correct washing program:
–Set the program and temperature with the program selector
–Set any additional program(s) 
2. Change the spin speed if necessary/select RINSE HOLD (SANS 
ESSORAGE).
3. Set DELAY TIMER (DEPART DIFFERE) if necessary.
4. Open the filling door and fill with washing. 
5. Close the filling door.
6. Add washing detergent/care agent.
7. Start the washing program.
After the Washing Program Ends:
Attention! If the washing cycle ended with Rinse Hold, before opening 
the filling door carry out PUMP (VIDANGE), SPIN (ESSORAGE) or SHORT 
SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT).
8. Open the filling door and remove the washing.
9. Switch off the washing machine: Set the program selector to OFF 
(ARRET).

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Setting the Washing Program
3See "Program Tables“ for a suitable program, correct temperature and 
possible additional programs to suit the type of washing.
01. Set the program selector to the 
required washing program with the 
required temperature. The selected 
program ist illuminated.
The anticipated duration of the 
selected program appears in the 
multi-display in minutes.
2. If necessary select additional program(s):
The selected additional program is illuminated.
–To change the selection press another button.
–To delete the selection press the button again.

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Change the spin speed/Select rinse hold
0If necessary, select the spin speed for the 
final spin. 
Press the button SPIN SPEED (VITESSE 
D´ESSORAGE) as often as is necessary 
until the required spin speed appears in the display. 
•1800, 1400, 1200, 1000, 800, 600 or 400 revolutions per minute are 
possible. 
•With the display "0“ the washing remains in the last rinse, it is not 
spun (Rinse hold.
3If you do not change the spin speed, the final spin is automatically 
adapted depending on the washing program:
The speed of the intermediate spin depends on the selected program 
and cannot be changed.
Set the delay timer/soaking duration
Delay timer
The button DELAY TIMER (DEPART DIFFERE) allows the start of a wash-
ing program to be delayed by 1 or up to a maximum of 19 hours.
0Press the DELAY TIMER (DEPART DIFFERE) 
button as often as is necessary until the 
required stard delay appears, for exam-
ple,12h for a delay of the program start 
by 12 hours.
If 19h is displayed and you press again, 
the run time of the washing program set appears (display in minutes, 
e. g.125). In this state, the delay timer is not set.
–COTTONS/LINEN (BLANC/COULEURS) 1800 revolutions per minute
–EASY-CARES/EASY IRON
(MIXTES/SANS REPASSAGE)
1200 revolutions per minute
–DELICATES (LINGE DELICAT) 1200 revolutions per minute
–WOOLLENS (LAINE)/P (Handwash) 1200 revolutions per minute
–SILK (SOIE)/P (Handwash) 1200 revolutions per minute

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Soaking duration
If you keep button SOAKING (TREMPAGE) depressed and at the same 
time actuate the TIMER DELAY button (DEPART DIFFERE) you can 
extend the soaking duration from 1 up to a maximum of 19 hours.
3Without a preselected time the soaking duration is approx. 1 hour.
Opening and closing the filling door
0Open: Press button DOOR/LIGHT (PORTE/LUMIERE). The 
filling door springs open.
0Close: Press the filling door firmly closed.
The DOOR/LIGHT (PORTE/LUMIERE) illumination shows whether the fill-
ing door can be opened while the appliance is switched on :
3The washing drum is illuminated when the filling door is open. The illu-
mination goes out automatically after approx. 3 minutes.
Add the Washing
3For the maximum filling quantities, refer to the ”Program Tables”.
For information on the correct preparation of the washing,
see ”Sort and Prepare the Washing”. 
01. Sort and prepare the washing according to type.
2. Open the filling door: Press the button DOOR/LIGHT (PORTE/LUMIERE). 
The door springs open.
3. Fill with washing.
Attention! When closing the door, make sure no items of washing get 
stuck! This could damage textiles and the unit.
4. Close the filling door securely.
–green: The door can be opened (not when the program saving func-
tion is activated, for details see the section Program Saving“)
–off: Door cannot be opened temporarily 
–red: Door is open

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Add Washing Detergent and/Care Agent.
3Refer to the information on washing detergents and care agents, see 
section ”Washing Detergents and Care Agents”.
01. Open the washing detergent drawer: 
grip inside the flap on the drawer at the 
bottom (1) and pull out the drawer as 
far as it will go (2).
2. Fill with washing detergent/
care agent 
3. Push the drawer fully in.
3If using Liquid Detergent/Tabs:
Add liquid detergent/tabs in the amount recommended by the washing 
detergent industry. Follow the instructions on the detergent package.
Compartment for in-wash stain 
treatment 
Compartment for main washing
powder
(If you use water softener and need the 
right compartment for the pre-wash /
soaking agent, add the water softener 
to the main washing detergent in the 
left compartment.)
Compartment for liquid care agent
(Conditioner, finisher, starch)
Attention! Fill the compartment up to the MAX mark. 
If necessary, dilute viscous agent up to the MAX mark, 
and dissolve powder starch.
Note: It is normal for a small amount of water to 
be left in the compartment for liquid conditioner; 
this will not affect the wash results.
Compartment for pre-wash agent/soaking agent
only for additonal programs PRE WASH (PRELAV.) 
and SOAKING (TREMPAGE)
or for water softener

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Start the washing program
01. Check that the water valve is open.
2. Start the washing program: 
Press button START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE).
The washing program is started or it starts after 
the set time expires.
3If DOOR/LIGHT (PORTE/LUMIERE) flashes red when the button START/
PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) is pressed the filling door is not closed prop-
erly. Press the filling door shut firmly and press button START/PAUSE 
(MARCHE/PAUSE) again.
If the delay timer is set:
The preset delay timer is counting, the remaining time until the 
program starts is shown in the multi-display (always in whole hours). 
During this time you can load washing or change / abort the time 
preselection.
•Load washing: Press the START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) button, the 
filling door can be opened. Then close the door and press button 
START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) again.
•Change or abort time preselection: Press the DELAY TIMER (DEPART 
DIFFERE) button as often as is necessary until the required time is 
displayed; when the program run time is displayed (display in 
minutes, e.g. 125)  the washing program starts without delay.
3While the time preselection counts the washing machine switches to 
the stand-by mode. Only RUN TIME (TEMPS RESTANT) is illuminated, 
the multi-display shows the remaining time until the program start. 
All other displays on the control panel are switched off in order to save 
energy. Pressing any arbitrary button cancels the stand-by mode.

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Completion of the Washing Program
Program sequence display
Prior to the start the program steps to be executed are 
displayed by the program sequence display. The current 
program step is displayed during the washing program.
Multi-display
The expected remaining run time (in min-
utes) until the completion of the program is 
shown in the multidisplay.
3With the automatic program adaption by the control of the washing 
machine (quantity and type of washing, balance error recognition, spe-
cial rinsing etc.)  counting of the remaining run time can be stopped or 
corrected.
Display RESIDUAL MOISTURE%/LOADING% 
(HUMIDITE%/CHARGE%)
The following appears alternately at the display:
•The expected residual moisture of the washing 
at the end of the program. 
This value depends on the set spin speed.
•Load the washing drum (in steps of 10 percent.) 
This value is displayed only in COTTONS/LINEN (BLANC/COULEURS) 
programs and EASY-CARES/EASY IRON (MIXTES/FACILE A REPASSER). 
The washing machine can recognise the load only fifteen minutes 
after a program start. 
As soon as a value for the load is pending the display alternates 
between residual moisture and load. 
Overloading of the drum is displayed in values higher than 
100 percent (e. g.120).
3Due to the differences in the fabrics and in the filling quantity the 
washing reaches for EASY CARE/EASY IRON (MIXTES/FACILE A 
REPASSER) and DELICATES (DELICAT) a lower value for residual damp-
ness than with COTTONS/LINENS (BLANC/COULEURS).
Change the Spin Speed
The spin speed can still be changed or the rinse hold (display 0) be set 
during the washing program.  
Other settings cannot be changed.

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Abort program
0Turn the program selector to OFF (ARRET) to abort the washing 
program.
3The washing program can be interrupted at any time by pressing the 
START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) button and then continued by pressing 
it again.
The washing cycle is finished/Remove the washing.
END (FIN)  is lit at the program sequence display when a washing 
program is finished. 
3The washing machine switches itself into the stand-by mode if no 
button is pressed or the program selector is not turned within approx. 
3 minutes after the end of the program. Only END (FIN) is illuminated. 
All other displays on the control panel are switched off in order to save 
energy. Pressing any arbitrary button cancels the stand-by mode.
•A crease protection phase of approx. 30 minutes follows at the end of 
the program if program EASY IRON (SANS REPASSAGE) had been 
selected. The multidisplay also shows the remaining time and the 
display END (FIN) is illuminated. You can open the filling door and 
take the washing out at any time during the crease protection phase.
•START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) flashes if spin speed 0 (rinse hold )  
was selected.
01. After a rinse hold it is first of all necessary to pump off the water:
–Either press START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) button (the washing will 
be spun according to the just finished program; with the SPIN SPEED 
(VITESSE D´ESSORAGE) button the spin speed can be changed even 
during the spin-drying process), or
–turn program selector to PUMP (VIDANGE) and then press START/
PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) button (the water is pumped off without a 
spin), or 
–Turn the program selector to SPIN (ESSORAGE) or to SHORT SPIN 
(ESSORAGE DELICAT) and press START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) 
button (the washing is spin-dried normally or with a short spin).
END (FIN) is illuminated at the end of this program step.
2. Open the filling door.
As soon as DOOR/LIGHT (PORTE/LUMIERE) is illuminated in green the 
door can be opened (not if program saving is active, see "Program Sav-
ing").
3. Remove the washing.

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4. Turn the program selector to OFF (ARRET).
5. After washing, pull out the washing detergent drawer slightly so that it 
can dry out. Only lean the door against the washing machine so that 
the latter can air out.
3Too much detergent was used in the just finished 
program if OVER-DOSED (SURDOSAGE) is illuminated. 
Observe the dosing recommendations of the detergent 
manufacturer as well as the filling quantity for the 
next wash.
Attention! If the washing machine is not used for a long time: 
Close the water tap and disconnect the washing machine from the 
electricity mains. (Aqua Control water protection with Aqua Alarm 
does not operate if the power supply is interrupted.)

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Program Tables
Washing
Not all possible settings are listed below - only the ones most com-
monly used in everyday operation and the most appropriate ones.
Type of
Washing,
Care Codes
Max. 
 Filling Quantity
 (dry weight)1)
1) A 10-litre bucket holds approx. 2.5kg of dry washing (cottons). 
Program Selector
Temperature
Possible Additional 
Programs
Cottons 
ç5kg
COTTONS/LINEN
(BLANC/COULEURS)
95
PRE WASH (PRELAV.)
SOAKING (TREMPAGE)
QUICK WASH (COURT)
STAIN (TACHES)
Energy-Saving 
Program:
Cottons ç5kg
COTTONS/LINEN
(BLANC/COULEURS)
ENERGY-SAVING
(ECO)
PRE WASH (PRELAV.)
SOAKING (TREMPAGE)
Linen
èë 5kg
COTTONS/LINEN
(BLANC/COULEURS)
30 to 60
PRE WASH (PRELAV.)
SOAKING (TREMPAGE)
QUICK WASH (COURT)
STAIN (TACHES)
Easy-Cares 
êí
2.5kg
EASY-CARES
(MIXTES)
40 to 60 PRE WASH (PRELAV.)
SOAKING (TREMPAGE)
QUICK WASH (COURT)
STAIN (TACHES)
1kg
EASY IRON2)
(SANS REPASSAGE)
40
2) Only if a filling quantity of 1kg is observed are creases in the washing largely 
avoided.
5 to 7 easy-care men's shirts are equivalent to about 1kg of dry washing.
Delicates
ì
2,5kg
 (or 15-20m2
curtains)
DELICATES
(DELICAT)
30, 40
PRE WASH (PRELAV.)
SOAKING (TREMPAGE)
QUICK WASH (COURT)
STAIN (TACHES)
Woollens/
Handwash
9ìï 2kg
P
WOOLLENS (LAINE)
COLD (FROID) to 40
Silk/Handwash
ï1kg P/SILK (SOIE)
30 QUICK WASH (COURT)

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Separate Conditioning/Starching/Impregnating 
Separate Spin 
Type of Washing Max. Filling Quantity
 (dry weight) Program Selector
Cottons/Linen 5kg STARCHING  (AMIDON.)
Type of Washing Max. Filling Quantity
 (dry weight) Program Selector
Cottons/Linen 5kg SPIN  (ESSORAGE)
Easy-Cares 2.5kg
SHORT SPIN
 (ESSORAGE DELICAT)
Delicates 2.5kg
Woollens/Handwash 2kg
Silk/Handwash 1kg

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Cleaning and Care
Control Panel
Attention! For cleaning panels and control parts, do not use furniture 
polish or any aggressive cleaning agents.
0Wipe off control panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water to do this.
Washing Detergent Drawer
The washing detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time.
01. Pull out the washing detergent drawer as far as it will go.
2. Remove the washing detergent drawer with a firm pull.
3. Remove the softener insert from 
the middle compartment.
4. Clean the softener insert under 
running water.
5. Clean the compartments from the 
rear with warm water. 
It is best to use a bottle brush.
6. Push on the softener insert as far 
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7. Use a brush to clean the entire 
rinsing-in part of the washing 
machine, especially the nozzles on 
the top side of the rinsing-in 
chamber.
8. Insert the washing detergent 
drawer into the guide rails and 
push it in.
Washing Drum
The washing drum is made of high-quality stainless steel. Rust deposits 
on the drum can occur due to foreign bodies in the washing which can 
cause rust.
Attention! Do not clean the stainless steel drum with acidic antiliming 
agents, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool. Our 
Customer Service Department has suitable agents available.
0Remove any rust deposits on the drum using a stainless steel cleaning 
agent.
Filling Door
0Check regularly whether there are deposits or foreign bodies in the 
rubber sleeve behind the filling door and, if so, remove them.

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Cleaning the drain pump
Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing 
machine with the washing and remain in the drain pump casing. Fluff 
and strands of fabric can gather on these items and block the drain 
pump.
Therefore the drain pump should be cleaned at least once a year.
1Warning! Switch off the washing machine and pull out the mains plug 
before cleaning the drain pump!
01. First carry out an emergency emptying (see section ”Carry Out Emer-
gency Emptying”).
2. Place a towel on the floor in front of the cover of the solution pump. 
Residual water can run out.
3. Unscrew the drain pump cover anti-
clockwise and pull it out. 
4. Remove any foregin bodies from the 
pump housing.
5. Replace the cover. Insert the webs on 
the cover laterally into the guide slots 
and screw the cover firmly into place 
clockwise.
6. Close the emergency emptying hose and 
place it in the holder.
7. Close the flap.

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What to do if ...
Remedying Faults
In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of 
the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal 
with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the 
customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even dur-
ing the warranty period.
•It the fault code C1 or C2 appears in the 
multi-display, you may be able to remedy 
the fault yourself (see the fault table 
below). After remedying the fault, press the button START/PAUSE 
(MARCHE/PAUSE). If the fault code is displayed again, please inform 
the Customer Service.
•In the case of all other displayed faults (C and number or letter), 
please inform the Customer Service and state the fault code.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy
The washing machine 
does not work.
The mains plug is not 
plugged in. Plug in the mains plug.
The fuse of the building's 
wiring is not in order. Replace the fuse.
The filling door is not 
correctly closed.
Close the filling door; The 
lock must engage audibly.
The START/PAUSE 
(MARCHE/PAUSE) button 
was not pressed long 
enough.
Press the START/PAUSE 
(MARCHE/PAUSE) button 
until the program starts.
The filling door cannot 
be closed.
The child safety feature is 
set.
Cancel the child safety 
feature (see Section "Child 
Safety Feature“).
Water is not running.
Error code (1  
appears.
Water valve closed. Open the water valve.
Filter in screw connection of 
the intake hose blocked.
Close the water valve. 
Unscrew the hose from the 
tap, remove the sieve and 
clean under running water.
Water valve. is blocked with 
limescale or is faulty.
Check water valve. and have 
it repaired if necessary.

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The washing machine 
vibrates during opera-
tion or it is on an une-
ven surface.
The transport packaging has 
not been removed.
Remove transport packaging 
according to the installation 
and connection instructions.
The height-adjustable screw 
feet are not correctly set.
Adjust in accordance with 
the installation and connec-
tion instructions.
There is not much washing in 
the drum (e.g. only one 
dressing gown).
This does not impair the 
function.
The water could not be com-
pletely pumped off before 
spinning because
the drainage hose is bent or
the solution pump is blocked.
Check the laying of the 
drainage hose and eliminate 
the bend if necessary, or 
clean the solution pump and, 
if required, remove foreign 
bodies from the pump 
housing.
The washing solution 
of the main wash 
froths up a lot.
Probably too much detergent 
was used.
Meter the detergent exactly 
in accordance with the man-
ufacturer's information.
Water is flowing out 
from beneath the 
washing machine .
The screw connection on the 
intake hose is leaky.
Tighten the intake hose 
screw connection.
The drainage hose is leaky. Check the drainage hose and 
replace it if necessary.
The washing solution pump 
cover is not correctly closed. Close cover correctly.
Washing in caught in the 
filling door. 
Abort the program, remove 
washing from the door and 
start a new program.
The emergency drain hose is 
not properly shut off or it is 
not water-tight.
Shut the emergency drain 
hose off properly (see section 
"Performing an Emergency 
Drain").  Call your after-sales 
service if the emergency 
drain hose is not water-tight.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy

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The drain pump for the 
washing machine runs 
constantly - even when 
the appliance is 
switched off.
The Aqua Control anti-flood 
system has been activated.
Turn off the tap, then 
remove the plug from the 
mains and inform Customer 
Service.
Conditioner was not 
washed in, compart-
ment æ for care 
agents is filled with 
water.
Softener insert in the com-
partment for care agent ist 
not correctly attached or is 
blocked.
Clean the detergent drawer 
and firmly attach the soft-
ener insert.
Washing heavily 
creased.
Probably too mush washing 
put in.
Pay attention to the maxi-
mum filling quantity (see 
Program tables). Select the 
program EASY IRON (SANS 
REPASSAGE) for easy-care 
fabrics.
Washing not well spun. 
Residual water still vis-
ible in the drum.
Error code (2 appears.
Drainage hose bent. Remove the bend.
The maximum pump height 
(discharge height 1m from 
the positioned surface of the 
appliance)  is exceeded.
Contact your customer serv-
ice. For pumping heights 
over lm he can offer you a 
conversion kit as a special 
accessory.
Solution pump blocked.
Switch off the unit and pull 
out the mains plug. Clean 
the solution pump.
If a siphon is connected: 
Siphon blocked. Clean the siphon.
The filling door cannot 
be opened with the 
unit switched on.
The door is locked for safety 
reasons (the DOOR (PORTE) 
display is not illuminated).
Wait until DOOR (PORTE) is 
illuminated in green.
The program saving function 
is set.
Cancel the program saving 
function (see "Program Sav-
ing").
The washing machine is in 
the stand-by mode.
Press DOOR (PORTE) button 
again.
Problem Possible Cause Remedy

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Remnants of detergent 
are building up in the 
detergent drawer.
Water valve not fully opened. Open the water valve fully.
Filter in the screw connec-
tion of the intake hose on 
the water valve or on the 
unit is blocked.
Close the water valve. 
Unscrew the intake hose 
from the water tap and from 
the unit. Clean the filter.
The rinsing water is 
murky.
The cause is probably a 
detergent with a high silicate 
content.
No negative influence on the 
rinsing result, possibly use 
liquid detergent.
No illumination when 
pressing an additional 
program.
The selected additional pro-
gram cannot be combined 
with the set program.
Make another selection.
Only the  END (FIN) 
control panel label is 
illuminated.
The washing machine is in 
the stand-by mode. Press any button.
Only the  RUN TIME 
(TEMPS RESTANT) con-
trol panel is illumi-
nated, a number 
between 1 and 19 is 
shown in the RUN TIME 
(TEMPS RESTANT) dis-
play .
The start time preselection is 
counting, the washing 
machine is in the stand-by 
mode.
If you press any button the 
machine will leave the 
stand-by mode.
The program sequence 
indicator flashes con-
stantly.
Program saving switched on; 
the program selector was 
accidentally readjusted dur-
ing the washing cycle.
Turn the program selector 
back to the original position 
(see "Program Saving“).
Problem Possible Cause Remedy

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If the washing result is not satisfactory
If the washing is grey and limescale forms in the drum
•Not enough washing detergent added.
•The right washing detergent was not used.
•Special types of stain were not pretreated.
•Program or temperature incorrectly set.
•If binary wahing detergents were used, the individual components 
were not added in the correct ratio.
If there are still grey stains on the washing
•Washing contaminated with creams, grease or oils was washing with 
too little detergent.
•Washing at too low temperature.
•A frequent cause is that conditioner – particularly concentrated 
form, ended up on the washing. Wash out such stains as quickly as 
possible and carefully use the right conditioner.
If foam is still visible after the final rinse
•Modern washing detergents can still produce foam, even in the final 
rinse. The washing is still sufficiently rinsed.
If there are white residues on the washing
•These are the insoluble components of modern detergents. 
They are not the result of an insufficient rinsing effect. 
Shake or brush off the washing. Perhaps in future you should turn 
the washing before washing it. Check the choice of detergent and use 
a liquid detergent if necessary.

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Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation
•When the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solu-
tion, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out.
•When the washing machine is in a room where there is a frost risk, an 
emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a 
frost risk. 
Also: Unscrew the intake hose from the water tap and lay it on the 
floor. Empty the drainage hose.
1Warning! Switch off the washing machine before carrying out an 
emergency emptying operation and pull out the mains plug.
Caution! The washing solution running out of the emergency emptying 
hose can be hot. Risk of scalding! Allow the washing solution to cool 
down before carrying out emergency emptying.
01. Provide a flat collecting vessel to catch the washing solution as it runs 
out.
2. Open the flap downwards in the right 
part of the base panel and pull it off.
3. Remove the emergency emptying hose 
from the holder.
4. Place the collecting vessel underneath.
5. Release and pull out the plug of the 
emergency emptying hose by turning it 
anticlockwise.
The washing solution drains off. 
Depending on the amount of solution, it 
may be necessary to empty the collect-
ing vessel several times. To do this, tem-
porarily close the emergency emptying 
hose again with the plug.

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When all the washing solution has drained off:
6. Firmly push the plug into the emergency emptying hose and turn it 
tight clockwise.
7. Put the emergency emptying hose back into the holder.
8. Insert the flap into the base panel and close.
Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door
When the filling door can no longer be opened, it can be opened with 
the aid of the emergency unlocking facility.
1Warning! Switch off the washing machine before operating the emer-
gency unlocking and remove the plug from the mains!
01. If you can see water in the viewing window of the filling door, first 
carry out an emergency emptying operation (see Section ”Carry out an 
emergency emptying operation”).
2. Open the flap downwards in the right 
part of the base panel.
3. Turn the rotary knob clockwise with the 
aid of a coin. The filling door springs 
open.
Additional Rinse (RINSE+)
The washing machine is set for extremely economical water consump-
tion. However, for persons who suffer from allergies, it can be helpful 
to rinse with more water. 
3When this function is set, an additional rinse is performed with the 
programs COTTONS/LINEN (BLANC/COULEURS), EASY-CARES/EASY IRON 
(MIXTES/SANS REPASSAGE) and DELICATES (DELICAT).
No additional rinse is set when the unit is delivered.
Set Additional Rinse:
01. Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT).
2. Keep the button SOAKING (TREMPAGE) for at least 5 seconds.
After the button has been pressed for 5 seconds, RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) 
flashes on the program sequence display for 5 seconds.

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3. While RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) is flashing, release the button SOAKING 
(TREMPAGE).
After the flashing stops, the additional rinse is set. It is set until it is 
canceled again.
When the additional rinse is set, the indicator RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) 
lights up on the program sequence disply before the program start and 
during the additional rinse.
4. If you want to check whether the additional rinse is set:
–Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT).
–Briefly press the button SOAKING (TREMPAGE).
The additional rinse is set if RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) flashes on the pro-
gram sequence display.
Cancel Additional Rinse:
01. Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT).
2. Keep the button SOAKING (TREMPAGE) pressed for at least 5 seconds.
As soon as the button is pressed, RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) flashes on the 
program sequence display. After 5 seconds, RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) stops 
flashing and lights up constantly for a further 5 seconds.
3. While RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) lights up constantly, release the button 
SOAKING (TREMPAGE).
After RINSE+ (RINCAGE+) has stopped lighting up, the additional rinse 
is cancelled.
3An additional rinse increases water consumption and the program run 
time.
Solution Cooling
It may be necessary to cool down the washing solution before pumping 
off in order to avoid thermal damage to plastic drainage pipes.
3The washing solution is cooled down at the end of the main washing 
cycle before pumping off (by incoming cold water). 
(This setting is only effective for COTTONS/LINEN (BLANC/COULEURS) at 
temperatures of over 40 °C.)
No solution cooling is set when the unit is delivered.

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Set the Solution Cooling:
01. Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT).
2. Keep the button PRE WASH (PRELAV.) pressed for at least 5 seconds.
After the button has been pressed for 5 seconds, MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) 
flashes on the program sequence display for 5 seconds.
3. While MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) is flashing, release the button PRE WASH 
(PRELAV.).
After the flashing has stopped, the solution cooling is set. It is set until 
it is cancelled again.
4. If you want to check whether the solution cooling is set:
–Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT).
–Briefly press the button PRE WASH (PRELAV.).
If MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) flashes on the program sequence display, the 
solution cooling is set.
Cancel the Solution Cooling:
01. Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE  DELICAT).
2. Keep the button PRE WASH (PRELAV.) pressed for at least 5 seconds.
As soon as the button is pressed, MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) flashes on the 
program sequence display. After 5 seconds, MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) 
stops flashing and lights up constantly for 5 seconds.
3. While MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) lights up constantly, release the button 
PRE WASH (PRELAV.). After MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) has stopped lighting 
up, the solution cooling is cancelled.
3The solution cooling increases water consumption and the program run 
time.
Additional Rinse and Solution Cooling
You can combine the additional rinse and the solution cooling. Setting 
as under ”Additional Rinse” and ”Solution Cooling”.

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Program Saving
To protect a program setting against unwanted changes (e. g. turning 
the program selector, pressing auxiliary buttons etc.), you can set the 
program saving function. This prevents damage to your washing.
3Setting and cancelling the program saving function is possible at any 
time during a program.
Setting the Program Saving Function:
01. Set the required washing program.
2. To start the program, press the START/PAUSE (MARCHE/ PAUSE) button.
3. Simultaneously keep the PRE WASH (PRELAV.) button and the SOAKING 
(TREMPAGE) button pressed for 5 seconds. The program sequence dis-
play flashes for 5 seconds; The program saving function is set.
3You cannot make any other settings as long as the program saving 
function is set. The door cannot be opened with the DOOR/LIGHT 
PORTE/LUMIERE) button. Even after the washing cycle has ended, you 
must first cancel the program saving function before you can open the 
door.
If an attempt is made during the washing cycle to change the selected 
setting by pressing a button, the program sequence display flashes for 
5 seconds.
If an attempt is made to change the selected setting by turning the 
program selector, the program sequence display flashes until the origi-
nal position of the program selector is restored. The washing cycle is 
not influenced in either case.
3The program selector must be in its original position before you can 
cancel the program saving function.
Canceling the Program Saving Function:
0Simultaneously keep the PRE WASH (PRELAV.) button and the SOAKING 
(TREMPAGE) button pressed for 5 seconds. The program sequence dis-
play flashes for 5 seconds, then it lights up constantly for 5 seconds. 
The program saving function is cancelled.

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Child Safety Feature
When the child safety feature is 
used, the filling door can no 
longer be closed and no more 
washing programs can be started. 
Setting the Child Safety 
Feature:
0Use a coin to turn the rotary knob 
(on the inside of the filling door) 
clockwise as far as it will go.
1Warning! The rotary knob must 
not be pressed in following adjust-
ment, otherwise the child safety 
feature is not active. The rotary 
knob must project as shown in the 
diagram.
Cancelling the Child Safety 
Feature:
0Turn the rotary knob anticlockwise 
as far as it will go.

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SETTING UP AND CONNECTION 
INSTRUCTIONS
Safety Instructions for Installation
•Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side 
(looking from the front). Electrical components could get wet!
•Check the washing machine for transport damage. Never connect a 
damaged unit. Consult your supplier in the event of damage.
•Ensure that all parts of the transport safeguard have been removed 
and that the splash guard is fitted to the unit, see ”Removing the 
Transport Safeguard”. Otherwise, damage to the unit or to adjacent 
furniture could occur during spinning.
•Always insert the plug into a correctly installed PE socket.
•In the case of permanent installation: A permanent installation may 
only be made by an authorised specialist.
•Before putting the unit into operation, ensure that the rated voltage 
and current type shown on the unit's rating plate are the same as the 
mains voltage and current type at the installation location. The 
required electrical fuse is also shown on the rating plate.
•The mains cable may only be replaced by the Customer Service or by 
an authorised specialist.

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Setting Up the Unit
3Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for substruc-
tures.
Transporting the Unit
•Do not place the washing machine on its front side or on its right side 
(looking from the front). Otherwise the electrical components can get 
wet.
•Never transport the unit without using the transport safeguard. Do 
not remove the transport safeguard until you reach the installation 
site. Transporting the unit without the transport safeguard can result 
in damage to the unit.
•Never lift the unit by the open filling door or by its base.
When transporting the unit with a sack trolley:
•Attach the sack trolley only at the side. The scoop of the sack trolley 
must not be longer than 24cm, otherwise the float switch can be 
destroyed.
Remove the Transport Safeguard
Attention! It is essential to 
remove the transport safeguard 
before putting the unit into oper-
ation! Keep all parts of the trans-
port safeguard in a safe place for 
possible later transport (moving 
house).
01. Open both hose holders on the 
rear of the unit and remove the 
hoses and the mains cable.

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2. Firmly pull both hose holders off 
the unit.
3The special button E and the plug 
caps D (2 ea.) and G (1 ea.) are 
supplied with the unit.
3. Unscrew the two screws A using 
the special button E.
4. Unscrew the four screws B using 
the special button E.
5. Remove the transport rail C.
6. Screw the four screws B back in.
7. Close off the two large holes with 
the plug caps D. 
Attention! Push in the plug caps 
so firmly that they engage in the 
rear panel (this protects the inside 
of the unit  against splash water).
8. Remove the screw F, including the 
sleeve, compression spring and 
washer, with the special button E.
9. Close off the hole with the plug 
cap G.
Attention! Push in the plug cap 
so firmly that it engages in the 
rear panel (this protects the inside 
of the unit  against splash water).

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Prepare the Installation Location
•The installation surface must be clean, dry and free of floor wax resi-
due and other lubricating coatings so that the unit does not slide 
away. Do not use any lubricants as sliding aids.
•It is not recommended to set up the washing machine on deep-pile 
carpets or on floor coverings with soft foam underlays, as this would 
mean that the stability of the unit would not be guaranteed.
•Use ordinary rubber mats as underlays in locations with small-format 
tiles.
•Never use wood, card or similar underlays to compensate for minor 
floor unevenness. Always use the adjustable screw-type feet of the 
machine.
•If, for reasons of space, it is not possible to avoid setting up the unit 
next to a gas cooker or coal stove: Insert a thermally-insulating panel 
between the washing machine and the cooker (85 x 57cm). This panel 
must have an aluminium foil on the side against the cooker.
•The washing machine must not be set up in a room where there 
 is a danger of frost. Frost damage!
•The intake and drainage hoses must not be bent or pinched.
Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal
When setting up the washing machine on 
a concrete pedestal, it is essential for 
safety reasons to fit stand plates in which 
the washing machine is then adjusted. 
The stand plates are available from the 
Customer Service under spare part 
number 645 425 058.
Setting Up on a Vibrating floor
In the case of vibrating floors, especially wooden beam floors with flex-
ible boards, securely screw a water-resistant wooden panel at least 
15mm thick onto at least 2 of the floor beams. If possible, set up the 
unit in a corner of the room where the wooden floor is best firmly 
installed and is therefore least likely to be susceptible to vibrations.

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Compensate for Floor Unevenness
3Automatic Adjustment Foot: Your washing machine's rear left foot is 
of a spring leg design. This guarantees good stability of the unit, even 
at high spinning speeds.
If the washing machine still does not stand firmly enough during spin-
ning, proceed as follows:
01. Adjust the three adjustment feet 
to the setpoint 10mm. To do this, 
use the supplied special button to 
remove the transport safeguard.
If the automatic adjustment foot 
still does not reach the floor:
2. Manually extend the automatic 
adjustment foot (rear left) by the 
necessary amount.
3. If necessary, check the setting 
with a spirit level.
Attention! Never use wood, card 
or similar underlays to compen-
sate for minor floor unevenness. Always use the adjustable screw-type 
feet of the machine.

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Electrical Connection
Refer to the rating plate for details 
of the mains voltage, current type 
and the necessary fuses. The rating 
plate is located at the top behind 
the filling door.
;This unit conforms to the following 
EU directives:
–the ”Low Voltage Directive" 73/23/EU with changes
–the ”EMC Directive" 89/336/EWG with changes
Water Connection
3The washing machine has safety features which prevent contamination 
of the drinking water and which conform to the legal regulations of 
the water authorities (e.g. for Germany: DVGW regulations). Other pro-
tection measures in the installation are therefore not necessary.
Attention! 
–Units for connection to cold water must not be connected to hot 
water!
–Use only new sets of hoses for connection!
Permissible Water Pressure
The water pressure must be at least 1bar (= 10N/cm2 = 0.1MPa), maxi-
mum 10bar (= 100N/cm2 = 1MPa). 
•In the case of more than 10bar: Connect a pressure-reducing valve 
upstream. 
•In the case of less than 1bar: Unscrew the intake hose on the unit 
side on the inlet solenoid valve and remove the flow regulator (to do 
this, remove the filter with pointed pliers and remove the rubber 
washer behind). Replace the filter.

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Water Inflow
A pressure hose 1.5m in length is supplied.
If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set 
of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by our Customer 
Service is permissible.
–Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m and 5m are available for 
washing machines without Aqua-Control. 
–Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.0m, 2.9m and 3.9m are available for 
washing machines with Aqua-Control.
Attention! Never cut into pieces in order to extend the hoses!
3Sealing rings are supplied either in the plastic 
nuts of the hose screw connection or in the 
enclosed pack. Do not use other seals! 
01. Connect the hose with the angled connection to 
the machine.
Attention! 
–Do not lay the supply hose 
vertically downwards. Rather, 
turn it to the right or left as 
shown in the diagram.
–Only tighten the screw 
connection manually.
2. Connect the hose with the 
straight connection to a water tap with a screw 
thread of R 3/4 (inches). 
Attention! Only tighten the screw connection 
manually. 
3. By slowly opening the water tap before putting 
the washing machine into operation, check 
whether the connection is free of leaks.

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Water Drainage
The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a 
wash basin or bath tub.
Only original hoses may be used for extension purposes (max. 3m on 
the floor and then up to 80cm high). The Customer Service stocks hoses 
in lengths of 2.7 and 4m.
Attention! It is absolutely essential to install the drainage hose free of 
pinches.
Water Drainage into a Siphon
The grommet on the end of the hose fits 
all commonly used siphon types. 
0Secure the grommet/siphon connecting 
point with a hose clamp.
Draining the water into a basin
Attention!
–Small basins are not suitable for 
draining the water into them. 
Water could overflow!
–It is not permitted to submerge the 
end of the drainage hose into the 
pumped-off water.  Water could be 
sucked up into the hose!
–When hooked into a wash-basin or a 
bath tub the drainage hose must be 
protected from slipping out of place 
by the supplied slip-on elbow. Other-
wise the repelling power of the drain-
ing water can press the hose out of the 
sink.
0Fix the elbow to the water tap or to the 
wall with string.

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Delivery Heads over 1m
To pump off the washing / rinsing agent, every washing machine has a 
pump which transports liquids via the drainage hose up to a height of 
1m, calculated from the machine's floor. 
For delivery heads over 1m, consult the Customer Service.
Technical Data
Dimensions  
(Measurements in mm)
Height adjustment Approx. +10/-5mm
Filling quantity
(program-dependent)
max. 5kg
Use Domestic
Drum speed, spin see rating plate
Water pressure 1-10bar 
(=10–100N/cm2 = 0.1–1.0MPa)

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Index
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INDEX
A
Abort program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Aqua Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 27, 35
Automatic adjustment foot . . . . . . . . . .9, 48
C
Care agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 18, 19, 23
Child safety feature  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33, 43
Conditioner  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 9, 23, 29
Conditioning  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 17, 28, 29
Curtains  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16, 28
Customer service . . . . . . . . . . .15, 31, 33, 55
D
Delay timer  . . . . . . . .10, 12, 21, 22, 24, 36
Delicates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 17, 28
Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
E
Easy iron . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 17, 26, 28, 35
Easy-cares  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 17, 28
Emergency emptying  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Emergency unlocking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Energy saving  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 28
F
Filling quantity  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13, 28
Frost hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, 38
H
Handwash  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 28
Handwash Program  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
I
In-wash stain treatment  . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 23
L
Linen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 17, 28, 29
M
Moisture%/Loading% . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Multidisplay . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 24, 25, 33, 55
O
Open the door . . . . . . . . . 22, 26, 35, 39, 42
Over-dosed  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
P
Pre wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 20, 23, 28
Pre-wash detergent  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 23
Program saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 26, 42
Program sequence display . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25
Pump off water  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 26
Pump out  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Q
Quick wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 20, 28
R
Rating plate  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, 49, 55
Rinse +  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Rinse hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 21, 26
Running time  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
S
Silk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 17, 28
Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12, 20, 21, 23, 28
Soaking agent  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 23
Solution cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40
Solution pump  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 32
Spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 21, 22, 25, 29
Stain  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8, 12, 20, 28, 37
Stand-by mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24, 35, 36
Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 29
U
Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
W
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 33
Washing
coloured  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
extremely delicate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
sensitive  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
slightly dirty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 12
Washing powder  . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 18, 19, 23
Washing powder drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 23
Water
hardness  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 18
softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  8, 9, 18, 23
Wool  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, 17, 28
hand washable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 28

Service
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SERVICE
In the section ”What to do if ...” there is a list of some faults which you 
can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you find no 
information there, please consult your Customer Service Centre.
Always prepare in advance for the discussion. By doing so you will sim-
plify the diagnosis and the decision on whether customer service is 
necessary.
Note the PNC-number and the 
S-number. Both can be found on the 
rating plate on the inside of the door 
on your washing machine.
Answer as precisely as possible:
•What form does the fault take?
•Under what circumstances does the fault occur?
•Does the multidisplay show an error message?
When do you incur costs even during the warranty period?
–if you could have dealt with the fault yourself with the aid of the 
Faults Table (see the section ”What to do if ...”) ,
–if several trips by the customer service technician are necessary 
because he had not received all the necessary information before his 
visit and must now e.g. fetch spare parts. These multiple trips can be 
avoided if you prepare your phone call as described above.
PNC .....................................................
S-No. .....................................................
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