Indesit IWC 71450 User manual

Contents

Installation, 2-3-4-5

Unpacking and levelling

Connecting the electricity and water supplies

The first wash cycle

Technical data

Description of the washing machine

and starting a wash cycle, 6-7

Control panel

Indicator lights

Starting a wash cycle

Wash cycles, 8

Table of wash cycles

Personalisation, 9

Setting the temperature

Setting the spin speed

Functions

Detergents and laundry, 10

Detergent dispenser drawer

Preparing the laundry

Garments requiring special care

Load balancing system

Precautions and tips, 11

General safety

Disposal

Care and maintenance, 12

Cutting off the water or electricity supply

Cleaning the washing machine

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Caring for the door and drum of your appliance

Cleaning the pump

Checking the water inlet hose

Troubleshooting, 13-14

Assistance, 15-16

IWC 71450

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE

English,1

!This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for

future reference. If the washing machine is sold, transferred

or moved, make sure that the instruction manual remains

with the machine so that the new owner is able to familiari-

se himself/herself with its operation and features.

!Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital infor-

mation relating to the safe installation and operation of the

appliance.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging.

2. Make sure that the washing machine has not been

damaged during the transportation process. If it has been

damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any

further with the installation process.

3. Remove the 4 protective

screws (used during tran-

sportation) and the rubber

washer with the correspon-

ding spacer, located on the

rear part of the appliance

(see figure).

4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs provided.

5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need them

again if the washing machine needs to be moved to ano-

ther location.

!Packaging materials should not be used as toys for

children.

Levelling

1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without

resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets or anything

else.

2. If the floor is not perfectly

level, compensate for any

unevenness by tightening

or loosening the adjusta-

ble front feet (see figure);

the angle of inclination,

measured in relation to the

worktop, must not exceed

2°.

Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability,

help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it

from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or

a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient

ventilation space underneath the washing machine.

Connecting the electricity and water

supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

1. Connect the supply pipe

by screwing it to a cold

water tap using a ¾ gas

threaded connection (see

figure).

Before performing the con-

nection, allow the water to

run freely until it is perfectly

clear.

2. Connect the inlet hose

to the washing machine by

screwing it onto the corre-

sponding water inlet of the

appliance, which is situa-

ted on the top right-hand

side of the rear part of the

appliance (see figure).

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.

!The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values

indicated in the Technical details table (see next page).

!If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialised

shop or an authorised technician.

!Never use second-hand hoses.

!Use the ones supplied with the machine.

Installation

Where it connects to

the waste water pipe

cut end off spigot or

remove the blanking cap

Connecting the drain hose

Connect the drain hose,

without bending it, to a

draining duct or a wall

drain situated between

65 and 100 cm from the

floor;

The drain hose may be

connected to an under-

sink trap. Before connec-

ting the drain hose from

the machine ensure that

any blanks or removable

ends have been taken off

the spigot.

If it is placed over the

edge of a basin or sink

be sure the free end of

the hose should not be

underwater.

!We advise against the use of hose extensions; in case

of absolute need, the extension must have the same

diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150

cm in length.

Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a standpipe,

that the end does not go down more than 15cms (6 in-

ches). If the hose is pushed down too far, this may cause

the machine to self -syphon ie. continuously empty as it

is filling.

Electric connection

Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket,

make sure that:

• the socket is earthed and in compliance with the ap-

plicable law;

• the socket is able to sustain the appliance’s maximum

power load indicated in the Technical details table (see

page 5);

• the supply voltage is included within the values indica

ted on the Technical details table (see page 5);

• the socket is compatible with the washing machine’s

plug. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the

plug.

Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused plug

it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate use.

Before using the appliance please read the instructions

below.

WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE CARRIED

OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

Replacing the fuse:

When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA approved

fuse to BS 1362 should always be used, and the fuse

cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not

be used until a replacement is obtained.

Replacement fuse covers:

If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the

correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or the

colour that is embossed in words on the base of the plug.

Replacements can be obtained directly from your nearest

Service Depot.

Removing the plug:

If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and

you should wish to re-route the mains cable through parti-

tions, units etc., please ensure that either:

the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere re-wearable

plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.

or:

the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable out-

let, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with BS 5733)

which is accessible without moving the appliance.

Disposing of the plug:

Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you make

the pins unusable so that it cannot be accidentally inserted

into a socket.

Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug:

Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured in

accordance with the following code:

Green & Yellow Earth

Blue Neutral

Brown Live

65 - 100 cm

As the colours of the wires in the lead may not correspond

with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your

plug, proceed as follows:

Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked Eor

or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.

Connect Brown wire to terminal marked Lor coloured

Red.

Connect Blue wire to terminal marked Nor coloured Black.

If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted with a

13 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the distri-

bution board.

If you are in any doubt about the electrical supply to your

machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.

How to connect an alternative plug:

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance

with the following code:

BLUE NEUTRAL (N)

BROWN LIVE (L)

GREEN & YELLOW EARTH (E)

Disposing of the appliance:

When disposing of the appliance please remove the plug

by cutting the mains cable as close as possible to the plug

body and dispose of it as described above.

!The washing machine should not be installed in an

outdoor environment, not even when the area is sheltered,

because it may be very dangerous to leave it exposed to

rain and thunderstorms.

!When the washing machine is installed, the mains socket

must be within easy reach.

!Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.

!The power supply cable must never be bent or dange-

rously compressed.

!The power supply cable must only be replaced by an

authorised serviceman.

Warning! The company denies all liability if and when these

norms are not respected.

GREEN &

YELLOW

BROWN

BLUE

13 ampere fuse

CROSS-BAR

CORD GRIP

The first wash cycle

Once the appliance has been installed, and before you use

it for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no

laundry, setting the 90°C programme without a pre-wash

cycle.

Technical data

Model IWC 71450

Dimensions

width 59.5 cm

height 85 cm

depth 53,5 cm

Capacity from 1 to 7 kg

Electrical

connections

please refer to the technical data plate

fixed to the machine

Water connection

maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)

minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)

drum capacity 52 litres

Spin speed up to 1400 rotations per minute

Energy rated pro-

grammes accor-

ding to regulation

EN 60456

programme 1; temperature 60°C;

using a load of 7 kg.

This appliance conforms to the following

EC Directives:

- 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic

Compatibility)

- 2002/96/EC

- 2006/95/EC Low Voltage)

Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense

detergents and washing additives (see “Detergents and

laundry”).

ON/OFF button: switches the washing machine on and off.

WASH CYCLE knob: programmes the wash cycles. Du-

ring the wash cycle, the knob does not move.

FUNCTION buttons with indicator light: used to select the

available functions. The indicator light corresponding to the

selected function will remain lit.

TEMPERATURE knob: sets the temperature or the cold

wash cycle (see “Personalisation”).

SPIN SPEED knob: sets the spin speed or exclude the

spin cycle completely (see “Personalisation”).

WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/DELAY TIMER

indicator

light

s: used to monitor the progress of the wash cycle.

The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is in

progress.

If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time remai-

ning until the wash cycle starts will be indicated (see next

page).

DOOR LOCKED indicator light: indicates whether the

door may be opened or not (see next page).

START/PAUSE button with indicator light: starts or tem-

porarily interrupts the wash cycles.

N.B. To pause the wash cycle in progress, press this

button; the corresponding indicator light will flash orange,

while the indicator light for the current wash cycle phase

will remain lit in a fixed manner. If the DOOR LOCKED

indicator light is switched off, the door may be opened.

To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was inter-

rupted, press this button again.

Standby mode

This washing machine, in compliance with new energy sa-

ving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system

which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is

detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and wait for the

machine to start up again.

Description of the washing

machine and starting a wash cycle

WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/

DELAY TIMER indicator lights

DOOR LOCKED

indicator light

START/PAUSE

button with

indicator light

Control panel

Detergent dispenser drawer

ON/OFF

button

WASH CYCLE

knob

TEMPERATURE

knob

FUNCTION

buttons with

indicator lights

SPIN SPEED

knob

Indicator lights

The indicator lights provide important information.

This is what they can tell you:

Delayed start

If the DELAY TIMER function has been activated (see “Per-

sonalisation”), after the wash cycle has been started the

indicator light corresponding to the selected delay period

will begin to flash:

As time passes, the remaining delay will be displayed and

the corresponding indicator light will flash:

The set programme will start once the selected time delay

has expired.

Wash cycle phase indicator lights

Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and has be-

gun, the indicator lights switch on one by one to indicate which

phase of the cycle is currently in progress.

Function buttons and corresponding indicator lights

When a function is selected, the corresponding indicator

light will illuminate.

If the selected function is not compatible with the program-

med wash cycle, the corresponding indicator light will flash

and the function will not be activated.

If the selected function is not compatible with another

function which has been selected previously, the indicator

light corresponding to the first function selected will

flash and only the second function will be activated; the

indicator light corresponding to the enabled option will

remain lit.

Door locked indicator light

When the indicator light is on, the porthole door is locked

to prevent it from being opened; make sure the indicator

light is off before opening the door (wait approximately 3

minutes). To open the door during a running wash cycle,

press the START/PAUSE button; the door may be opened

once the DOOR LOCKED indicator light turns off.

Starting a wash cycle

1. Switch the washing machine on by pressing the ON/OFF button. All indicator lights will switch on for a few seconds, then

they will switch off and the START/PAUSE indicator light will pulse.

2. Load the laundry and close the door.

3. Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme.

4. Set the washing temperature (see “Personalisation”).

5. Set the spin speed (see “Personalisation”).

6. Measure out the detergent and washing additives (see “Detergents and laundry”).

7. Select the desired functions.

8. Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit in a fixed man-

ner, in green. To cancel the set wash cycle, pause the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button and select a new cycle.

9. At the end of the wash cycle the indicator light will switch on. The door can be opened once the DOOR LOCK indi-

cator light turns off. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make sure the drum dries completely. Switch

the washing machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button.

Wash

Rinse

Spin

Drain

End of wash cycle

Specials wash cycles

Express 15’ (wash cycle 9) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and

therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (9at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together

(except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1.5 kg.

Sport Intensive (wash cycle 11) is for washing heavily soiled sports clothing fabrics (tracksuits, shorts, etc.); for best results,

we recommend not exceeding the maximum load indicated in the

“Table of wash cycles”

Sport Light (wash cycle 12) is for washing lightly soiled sports clothing fabrics (tracksuits, shorts, etc.); for best results, we

recommend not exceeding the maximum load indicated in the

“Table of wash cycles”

.We recommend using a liquid deter-

gent and dosage suitable for a half-load.

Special Shoes (wash cycle 13) is for washing sports shoes; for best results, do not wash more than 2 pairs simultaneously.

Wash cycles

For all Test Institutes:

1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 60°C.

2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 40°C.

3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 3 with a temperature of 40°C.

Table of wash cycles

Wash cycles

Description of the wash cycle

Max.

temp.

(°C)

Max.

speed

(rpm)

Detergents Max. load (kg) Cycle dura-

tion

Wash Fabric

softener Normal Eco

Time

Nor-

mal

Eco

Time

Daily

1White Cotton: extremely soiled whites. 90° 1400   7 - 165 -

1White Cotton (1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60° 1400   7 - 170 -

1White Cotton (2): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 1400   7 - 165 -

2Cotton: heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60° 1400   7 3.5 130 105

3Coloured Cotton (3): lightly soiled and delicate colours. 40° 1400   7 3.5 90 80

4Cotton: lightly soiled whites and resistant colours. 30° 1400   7 3.5 85 75

5Synthetics: heavily soiled resistant colours. 50° 800   3 2 80 70

Special

6Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc. 40° 600   1.5 - 55 -

7Silk/Curtains: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie. 30° 0   1 - 55 -

8 Jeans 40° 800   3 - 70 -

9Express 15': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool,

silk and clothes which require washing by hand). 30° 800   1,5 - 15 -

10 Flash Cotton 60° 1400   3.5 - 60 -

Sport

11 Sport Intensive 30° 600   3 - 80 -

12 Sport Light 30° 600   3 - 70 -

13 Special Shoes 30° 600   Max. 2

pairs - 50 -

Partial wash cycles

Rinse - 1400 - 7 - 35 -

Spin - 1400 - - 7 - 15 -

Drain - 0 - - 7 - 2 -

The length of cycle shown on the display or in this booklet is an estimation only and is calculated assuming standard working conditions. The actual duration can vary

according to factors such as water temperature and pressure, the amount of detergent used, the amount and type of load inserted, load balancing and any wash options

selected.

Setting the temperature

Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles).

The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash .

The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the maximum value

set for each wash cycle.

Setting the spin speed

Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle.

The maximum spin speeds available for each wash cycle are as follows:

Wash cycles Maximum spin speed

Cottons 1400 rpm

Synthetics 800 rpm

Wool 600 rpm

Silk drain only

The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol .

The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed which is higher than the maximum speed

set for each wash cycle.

Functions

The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help to achieve the desired results, every time.

To activate the functions:

1. Press the button corresponding to the desired function;

2. the function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated.

Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in conjunction with the

selected wash cycle.

Selecting this option enables you to suitably adjust drum rotation, temperature and water to a reduced load of lightly soiled

cotton and synthetic fabrics (refer to the “

“Table of wash cycles”

). “ ” enables you to wash in less time thereby saving

water and electricity. We suggest using a liquid detergent suitably measured out to the load quantity.

!This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, , , .

Intensive Wash

Because a greater quantity of water is used in the initial phase of the cycle, and because of the increased cycle duration, this

function offers a high-performance wash.

!This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, , ,.

Extra Rinse

By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly

useful for sensitive skin.

!This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 9, , .

Delay Timer

This timer delays the start time of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.

Press the button repeatedly until the indicator light corresponding to the desired delay time switches on. The fifth time the button

is pressed, the function will be disabled.

N.B. Once the START/PAUSE button has been pressed, the delay time can only be modified by decreasing it until launching

the set programme.

!This option is enabled with all programmes.

Personalisation

Detergents and laundry

Detergent dispenser drawer

Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of

detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessa-

rily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause

build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to

environmental pollution.

!Do not use hand washing detergents because these

create too much foam.

Open the detergent di-

spenser drawer and pour

in the detergent or washing

additive, as follows.

!Do not pour detergent into the compartment 1.

Detergent should only be poured into the compartment 2.

compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle

(powder or liquid)

Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately

prior to the start of the wash cycle.

compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)

The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.

Preparing the laundry

• Divide the laundry according to:

- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label

- the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.

• Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.

• Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the weight

of the laundry when dry:

Durable fabrics: max. 7 kg

Synthetic fabrics: max. 3 kg

Delicate fabrics: max. 2 kg

Wool: max. 1.5 kg

Silk: max. 1 kg

How much does your laundry weigh?

1 sheet 400-500 g

1 pillow case 150-200 g

1 tablecloth 400-500 g

1 bathrobe 900-1200 g

1 towel 150-250 g

Garments requiring special care

Wool: all wool garments can be washed using programme 6,

even those carrying the “hand-wash only” label.

For best results, use special detergents and do not exceed

1,5 kg of laundry.

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Silk: use special wash cycle 7 to wash all silk garments.

We recommend the use of special detergent which has

been designed to wash delicate clothes.

Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or

mesh bag. Use wash cycle 7.

Jeans: Turn garments inside-out before washing and use

a liquid detergent. Use programme 8.

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and

to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates

continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the

washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load

is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced

spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the

washing machine performs the distribution process instead

of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and

balance, we recommend small and large garments are

mixed in the load.

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