Whirlpool WATS 5550 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 a

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

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

33What should I do when the automatic safety system detects a malfunction?The programme is interrupted and various indicators (depending on model) poi

34After-Sales ServiceBefore contacting After-Sales Service:1.Try to remedy the problem yourself (see “Troubleshooting Guide”).2.Restart the programme

35InstallationRemoval of transport bracketThe appliance is fitted with a transport bracket to avoid any possible damage during transport.Before using

36Adjust the feetInstall the appliance on a level surface, near to electrical, water and drain connections.If the floor is uneven, adjust the feet (do

37Water 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 t

22Before Using the Washing Machine1.Remove the packaging and checka.Cut and remove the shrink-wrap.b.Remove the top protection and the protective corn

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 symbolCotto

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,

27Programme SelectionFilling up with detergents and additivesThe dispenser will have three or four compartments depending on model. Pour in the deterg

28Start Delay (depending on model)The “Start Delay” is an option which delays the start of the programme at the consumer’s convenience and enables the

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