Amica AWCT 10L User manual
Operating manual
Washing machine
AWCT 10L
Start up your washing machine only once you’ve read the
Manual and the abridged Instructions for Use!
AWCT 12L
IOAP-239
(11.2008./1)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
General information........................................................................................................3
Safety instructions .........................................................................................................4
Installation.......................................................................................................................5
Troubleshooting guide....................................................................................................7
Care labels symbols......................................................................................................10
Maintenance and cleaning............................................................................................11
Practical washing hints................................................................................................12
Technical data................................................................................................................16
Guarantee and service..................................................................................................16
Disposing of the device
When disposing of the device, do not bring it to regular municipal waste containers.
Instead, bring it to electrical and electronic waste recycling and reuse center. A rele-
vant label has been put on the device, its instructions manual, or on the package.
The device has been manufactured of recyclable materials. By bringing old device to
recycling collection center, you show that you care about nature. Ask your local
environmental care authority for information on location of such facilities.
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DEAR CUSTOMER
By reading this Manual you will become a conscious user of new washing machine, a
modern and technologically advanced product.
The new automatic washing machine has been designed by technicians and engineers
working in constructional and research forces, using the latest technical knowledge and
modern designing tools.
It is a perfect response to the key needs of the market such as demand of reliability, func-
tionality, simplicity of operation and modern design.
Every washing machine that leaves our plant is thoroughly inspected and tested before
packing. The tests, carried out on independent inspection stands, check the safety features
and functionality of every nal product. There might still be some moisture or residual water
inside the tested appliances.
Please read the Manual carefully before you start up the appliance.
Compliance with the provided instructions and recommendations will prevent you from
misusing the appliance.
Keep the manual handy at all times.
Carefully observe the Manual to avoid accidents.
Warning!
The washing machine is designed only for household applications and may be used
only for washing machine-washable fabrics and textiles.
Before connecting to the mains, remove all the protective materials and level the
appliance.
The Manufacturer reserves himself a right to introduce changes not affecting the
performance of the appliance.
Usage
lOperate the appliance only after reading and understanding the Manual
lNever use the appliance outdoors or in rooms exposed to freezing temperatures.
Warning! Temperatures below O°C may damage the washing machine!
lChildren and persons not familiarised with the Manual must not operate the ap-
pliance.
Certicate of compliance
Compliance with the following Directives: 73/23/EEC, 89/336/EEC, 92/75/EEC
The Manufacturer declares that its product complies with the general safety, hygienic and
environmental protection requirements pursuant to the European Community Directives
and that the specic documents applicable to the said product, especially the European
Community Dec la ration of Conformity issued by the manufacturer may be viewed in ofces
of the competent authorities and may be obtained through the Manufacturer.
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Stability control
When the washing machine is installed and levelled, make sure that all four feet are rest-
ing rmly on the oor by pressing down each corner and checking if the appliance stands
still.
Proper positioning and levelling guarantee safe, reliable and long-term operation.
Warning! Improper levelling and lack of stability may cause the appliance to
move during operation.
lNever allow children to remain unattended near the cooktop nor to play with the
control panel.
lUnless properly supervised by caretakers or upon thorough studies of the operat-
ing manual, the appliance must not be operated by persons (including children)
of limited physical or psychical abilities, these of limited technical expertise, or
unfamiliar with the equipment.
Withdrawal from operation
From safety reasons, a worn out washing machine must be made inoperable. In order to
do so, unplug it and cut off the power lead.
Dispose of the appliance in conformity with local regulations.
Do not use any solvent-containing washing agents as they may dam-
age some parts of the appliance or may release poisonous gases and
create ignition and explosion danger.
The window and door of your washing machine are hot during op-
eration. Do not allow children in the vicinity of the appliance. Use only
those washing agents and bleaches that are appropriate for washing
in automatic washing machines.
Before you begin any transport activities pull out the mains plug. The
washing machine must be locked during transportation. Place both
the upper and bottom interlocks. See Installation.
Data plate specifying all the main technical data is located in the up-
per part of the aback cover.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Burns
Washing agents
Transportation
Data plate
Loading the wash Do not admit unwanted objects into the appliance. Empty all the pock-
ets, do up all the buttons and fasten zippers. Put small and loose
objects in a cloth bag or pillow case as they may break and damage
the drum and the inside tank. Do not overload the machine.
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INSTALLATION
I. Remove all the packing materials (keep them for future use!)
lUnscrew the screws using a
screwdriver.
lUnscrew the bolts that x the
guard.
lRemove the transport guard
together with sleeves and bolts.
lUnscrew the bolt
lRemove the sleeve and bolt.
Before you start up the appliance
check that all the locking devices
are removed !
Do not place washing machine on
a carpet!
l Plug holes with stoppers.
II. Positioning and levelling
lPlace the washing machine on a solid
and level oor surface.
lAdjust the feet to level the ma-
chine.
When the washing machine is installed and levelled, make
sure that all four feet are resting rmly on the oor by
pressing down each corner and checking if the appliance
stands still!
Warning! Before you start up the appliance, remove the
protecting foil from the control panel.
lTighten the locknuts!
lSlacken the
locknuts.
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III. Water supply
IV. Water outlet
max 100 cm
min. 50 cm
V. Power supply
Secure the drain hose so it does not move dur-
ing operation!
Do not insert the drain hose too dip into the
water pipe!
the inlet hose with seals is in the drum of
the washing machine Connection of the supply hose with Aqua
Stop
Water pressure min. 0.1 MPa (1 bar), max 0.8
MPa (8 bar)
Feed the cold water to the washing machine
exclusively
Use new complete hoses
supplied together with the
equipment. Do not apply
the already used hoses.
lConnection of the washing machine to the mains (plug-in soc-
ket in the electrical installation) should be at a conspicuous and
accessible place!
lConnect the washing machine only to the correctly installed
and earthed socket
lDo not use an extension cord
lBroken power leads, may be replaced only by authorised se-
rvicemen
lType of the power lead – H 0 5 V V – F 3G 1.0/
lCatalogue number of the power lead: 8010551
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
I. The appliance will not operate
lPower failure
lProperly insert the power plug in the
mains socket.
lCheck the mains fuse.
II. The appliance will not operate
lThe door are not closed!
lClose the door.
The appliance is equipped with a system which helps the user at the search for causes
and at the localization of little problems resulting from operating errors by means of corre-
sponding „codes” which are shown by the signal lights at the function keys. The error rec-
ognition is signalled by blinking START/PAUSE. The error code is shown by appropriately
shining signal lights at the function keys.
Display
of codes
signal light
Code: shinning signal light D1, D2,
D3, D4.
D1 D2 D3 D4
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lCheck pressure in the water supply
system.
lClean the mesh lter on the water sup-
plying hose.
lTurn the tap on completely.
III. Low pressure
IV. Pump lter clogged
V. Washing machine is overloaded
lClean the lter.
lClean the pump lter.
lReduce the load.
Code: shinning signal light D2, D3.
Code: shinning signal light D1, D3.
Code: shinning signal light D1, D3, D4.
VI. Water under washing machine lTighten the pump lter.
lCheck the drain hose and fasten
it if necessary
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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VIII. Washing interrupted lSwitch the washing program
CONDITIONING on,
in order to remove the foam residues
from the laundry.
VII. Washing machine moves lRemove the transport locking devices.
lPlace the machine in a perfectly hori-
zontal position.
lLock the feet (tighten the locknuts).
XI. Poor nal spin results lClean the pump lter (see ma in te
nance).
X. Foam formation lCheck water hardness and adjust
the dose of the washing agent.
lCheck water hardness.
XI. Poor washing results lAdjust the dose of the washing
agent to the degree of soiling and
water hardness (see recommenda-
tions on the washing agent packaging).
lSelect appropriate programme.
XII. Poor rinsing results lAdjust the dose of the washing
agent to the degree of soiling and
water hard ness (see recommenda-
tions on the washing agent packaging).
lSelect appropriate programme.
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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Care label symbols
I. Washing
II. Dry cleaning
III. Spin dryer
IV. Ironing
boiling
temp. 950C
normal
temp. 600C
Do not
wasch!
delicate manual
all solvents
Do not
clean!
normal
Do not
dry!
1100C 1500C 2000C
Select a programme taking into account the care labels indications.
normal
temp. 400C
all but TRI Benzine only
low high
Do not
iron!
If error occurs, the washing machine will lock the door. To open the door, selection knob
in the position and wait approximately 2 minutes.
If the display of error codes shows an error different from the above mentioned errors or
the recommended activities do not help, you should:
lwrite down the error code
lswitch off the appliance
lpull out the mains plug
lcall the service
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
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