Whirlpool WAK 6550 Instruction for Use

18CONTENTSBEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINEPRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONSDESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINEDOORCHILD SAFETYBEFORE THE FIRST WA

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21DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINEDOOR CHILD SAFETY1.Worktop2.Control panel3.Detergent dispenser4.After-Service sticker(inside door)5.Door6.Child sa

1.Worktop2.Control panel3.Detergent dispenser4.After-Service sticker(inside door)5.Door6.Child safety (inside door)7.Compartment door8.Filter (inside

1.Worktop2.Control panel3.Detergent dispenser4.After-Service sticker(inside door)5.Door6.Child safety (inside door)7.Compartment door8.Filter (inside

1.Worktop2.Control panel3.Detergent dispenser4.After-Service sticker(inside door)5.Door6.Child safety (inside door)7.Compartment door8.Filter (inside

22BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLEPREPARING THE WASH1. Sort the laundry according to...• Type of fabric / care label symbolCottons, mixed fibres, easy care

To remove any residual water used in testing by the manufacturer, we recommend that you carry out a short wash cycle without laundry. 1.Turn on the ta

To remove any residual water used in testing by the manufacturer, we recommend that you carry out a short wash cycle without laundry. 1.Turn on the ta

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To remove any residual water used in testing by the manufacturer, we recommend that you carry out a short wash cycle without laundry. 1.Turn on the ta

23DETERGENT AND ADDITIVESThe choice of detergent depends on:•type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics, delicate items, wool).Note: Use only speci

AWater Hardness ChartWater hardness CHARACTERISTICS GERMAN°dHFRENCH°fHENGLISH°eH1234softmediumhardvery hard0-77-1414-21over 210-1212-2525-37over 370-9

AWater Hardness ChartWater hardness CHARACTERISTICS GERMAN°dHFRENCH°fHENGLISH°eH1234softmediumhardvery hard0-77-1414-21over 210-1212-2525-37over 370-9

AWater Hardness ChartWater hardness CHARACTERISTICS GERMAN°dHFRENCH°fHENGLISH°eH1234softmediumhardvery hard0-77-1414-21over 210-1212-2525-37over 370-9

24Pouring in the detergents and additivesChamber•Detergent for the prewashChamber•Detergent for the main wash•Stain remover•Water softener (water hard

Pouring in the detergents and additivesChamber•Detergent for the prewashChamber•Detergent for the main wash•Stain remover•Water softener (water hardne

Pouring in the detergents and additivesChamber•Detergent for the prewashChamber•Detergent for the main wash•Stain remover•Water softener (water hardne

Pouring in the detergents and additivesChamber•Detergent for the prewashChamber•Detergent for the main wash•Stain remover•Water softener (water hardne

25REMOVING THE FILTERDRAINING RESIDUAL WATERWe recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year.Especially:

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We recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year.Especially:•When the appliance does not drain or spin p

We recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year.Especially:•When the appliance does not drain or spin p

We recommend that you check and clean the filter regularly, at least two or three times a year.Especially:•When the appliance does not drain or spin p

26CARE AND MAINTENANCEAppliance exterior and control panel•Can be washed down with a soft, damp cloth•A little neutral cleaner (not abrasive) can be u

Detergent dispenser1. Press the release lever in the prewash compartment downward and remove the drawer.2.Remove the inserts (the siphon from the sof

Detergent dispenser1. Press the release lever in the prewash compartment downward and remove the drawer.2.Remove the inserts (the siphon from the sof

Detergent dispenser1. Press the release lever in the prewash compartment downward and remove the drawer.2.Remove the inserts (the siphon from the sof

27TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDEDepending on the model, your washing machine is equipped with various automatic safety functions. This enables failures to be d

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28The programme time indicated on the remaining time display (if fitted) “jumps” up or down suddenly by several minutes, or the programme time shown i

Luminous displaySpin speed lightsDigital display(if fitted)Failure description“Water tap Closed” flash “H” and “F” “Failure in water supply”- flash fr

Luminous displaySpin speed lightsDigital display(if fitted)Failure description“Water tap Closed” flash “H” and “F” “Failure in water supply”- flash fr

Luminous displaySpin speed lightsDigital display(if fitted)Failure description“Water tap Closed” flash “H” and “F” “Failure in water supply”- flash fr

29b.Draining failureWaste water not pumped out. For models with a failure display, the spin speed indication LEDs flash. If a digital display is fitte

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30AFTER-SALES SERVICEBefore contacting After-Sales Service:1.Try to remedy the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting Guide”)2.Restart the programme t

19BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE1. Remove the packaging and check•After unpacking, make sure that the washing machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do

Never lift the appliance by the worktop when transporting.1. Pull out the power plug2.Turn off the tap3.Remove the water supply and drain hose4.Drain

Never lift the appliance by the worktop when transporting.1. Pull out the power plug2.Turn off the tap3.Remove the water supply and drain hose4.Drain

Never lift the appliance by the worktop when transporting.1. Pull out the power plug2.Turn off the tap3.Remove the water supply and drain hose4.Drain

31ELECTRICAL CONNECTION1) For Great Britain onlyWarning - this appliance must be earthedFuse replacementIf the mains lead of this appliance is fitted

1) For Great Britain onlyWarning - this appliance must be earthedFuse replacementIf the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp f

1) For Great Britain onlyWarning - this appliance must be earthedFuse replacementIf the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp f

1) For Great Britain onlyWarning - this appliance must be earthedFuse replacementIf the mains lead of this appliance is fitted with a BS 1363A 13amp f

•Water inlet: Cold water only•Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection•Water pressure (flow pressure):100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar)40105150bGB.fm Page 19 Friday

•Water inlet: Cold water only•Tap: 3/4” threaded hose connection•Water pressure (flow pressure):100-1000 kPa (1-10 bar)40105150bGB.fm Page 19 Friday

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20PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS1. Packaging•The packaging is 100% recyclable and is marked with the recycling symbol. Adhere to current loc