Whirlpool WAS 4550 Instruction for Use

21ContentsBefore Using the Washing MachineFirst Wash CyclePrecautions and General RecommendationsDescription of the Washing MachinePreparation of the

30Draining Residual WaterCare and MaintenanceWhen should I drain residual water (draining problem)?• Before transporting (moving) the machine.• If the

31Water inlet hose filterCheck and clean regularly (at least two or three times a year).1. Unplug the washing machine.2. Turn off the tap.3. Unscrew t

32Washing machine exterior and control panel• Clean with a soft damp cloth.• If necessary, a neutral household cleaner can be applied (do not use aggr

33Troubleshooting GuideThis washing machine is equipped with automatic safety functions which detect and diagnose faults at an early stage and allow y

34Water stop fault (depending on model).(The pump operates).The “Water Stop” fault may have been triggered by:• Too much foam.• A leak in the inlet ho

35Transport and Handling1. Unplug the washing machine.2. Turn off the tap.3. Remove the water supply and drain hose.4. Eliminate all water from the ho

36InstallationRemoval of transport bracketThe washing machine is fitted with a transport bracket to avoid any possible damage during transport.Before

37Adjust the feetInstall the washing machine on a level surface, near to electrical, water and drain connections.If the floor is uneven, adjust the fe

38Water stop anti-flooding system(depending on model)• Screw the hose to the water supply tap. Turn the tap fully on and check the water-tightness of

39Connect the water drain hose1. Unhook the drain hose from the left and right hose connections, see arrow A in figure.Minimum drain height: 55 cm.If

22Before Using the Washing Machine1.Removing the Packaging and checka.Cut and remove the shrink-wrap.b.Remove the top protection and the protective co

40Electrical connection1) For Great Britain onlyWarning - this appliance must be earthedFuse replacementIf the mains lead of this appliance is fitted

23First Wash CyclePrecautions and General Recommendations1.Packing• The packaging materials are 100% recyclable and bear the recycling symbol . Adhere

24Description of the Washing MachinePreparation of the WashingSort the laundry1.Sort the laundry according to…• Type of fabric / care label symbolCott

25Stain removal• Blood, milk, egg and other organic substances are generally removed by the enzyme phase of the programme.• To remove red wine, coffee

26Detergents and AdditivesChoice of the right detergents and additivesThe type of detergent depends on:• type of fabric (cottons, easy care/synthetics

27Filling up with detergents and additivesThe dispenser will have three or four compartments depending on model. Pour in the detergent:• Washing powde

28Programme SelectionPreparation of Wash Cycle1. Load the machine, close the drum flaps and check that they are properly locked.2. Add detergents and

29Cleaning the Foreign Body TrapThe washing machine is provided with a self-cleaning pump. The foreign body trap keeps objects like buttons, coins, sa