Indesit PWE 8168 S - Manuals

Page 2 - Unpacking and levelling; Connecting the electricity and water; Installation

2 GB ! 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 familiarise himself/herself with its operation and features. ! Rea...

Page 4 - The first wash cycle

4 GB As the colours of the wires in the lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifyng the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured Red...

Page 5 - Technical data

5 GB Technical data Model PWE 8168 S Dimensions width 59.5 cmheight 85 cmdepth 62 cm Capacity from 1 to 8 kg Electrical connections please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine Water connections maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)drum capacity 62 litre...

Page 6 - Control panel

6 GB Description of the washing machine Control panel TEMPERATURE button WASH CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB Detergent dispenser drawer ON/OFF button SPIN button START/PAUSE button and indicator light DISPLAY DELAY TIMER button OPTION buttons and indicator lights DOOR LOCKED indicator light Detergent dispenser...

Page 7 - Display

7 GB Display B C A The display is useful when programming the machine and provides a great deal of information. The duration of the available wash cycles and the remaining time of a running cycle appear in section A ; if the DELAYED START option has been set, the countdown to the start of the select...

Page 8 - Running a wash cycle

8 GB Running a wash cycle 1. SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the button; the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly in a blue colour. 2. LOAD THE LAUNDRY. Open the porthole door. Load the laundry, making sure you do not exceed the maximum load value indicated in the table of programmes and wash ...

Page 9 - Wash cycles and options; Wash options; Table of programmes and wash cycles

9 GB Wash cycles and options Wash options The option optimises washing to suit the quantity of laundry loaded into the machine, thereby reducing the overall wash cycle duration while minimising water and energy consumption. Press the button to select the type of wash cycle desired: Intense: vigorous...

Page 10 - Preparing the laundry; Special wash cycles; Detergents and laundry

10 GB and therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting wash cycle 8 , it is possible to wash different fabrics (except for wool and silk items) using a cold cycle, up to a maximum load of 3 kg. Wool: wash cycle 9 can be used to wash all woollen garments in the machine, even those carrying the ...

Page 11 - Precautions and tips; Opening the porthole door manually; General safety; Disposal

11 GB Precautions and tips Opening the porthole door manually In the event that it is not possible to open the porthole door due to a powercut, and if you wish to remove the laundry, proceed as follows: 1. remove the plug from the electrical socket . 2. make sure the water level inside the machine i...

Page 12 - Care and maintenance

12 GB Care and maintenance Cutting off the water and electricity supplies • Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the washing machine and help to prevent leaks. • Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and during all maintenance work....

Page 13 - Troubleshooting

13 GB Troubleshooting Your washing machine could occasionally fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Service ( see “ Service” ), make sure that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list. Problem: The machine does not switch on. The wash cycle does not start. ...

Page 15 - Assistance

15 GB Assistance 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defec...

Page 16 - After Sales Service; Recycling & Disposal Information

16 GB 195075239.04 06/2010 - Xerox Fabriano After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Indesit appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Indesit Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to ...