Indesit Washer Dryer WDE 12 User Manual

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Washer-dryer  
Instructions for installation and use  
WDE 12  
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Dividing your garments  
What goes in your washer-dryer?  
Before washing, you can do a great deal to ensure better results. Divide your garments  
according to fabric and colour. Read the labels, follow their guidelines.  
according to fabric and  
colour, is very important  
for good results  
Before washing.  
The labels say it all.  
Big and small happily  
Divide your washing according Always look at the labels: they together.  
This washer-dryer has a special  
to the type of fabric and colour tell you everything about your  
fastness. garment and how to wash it in  
Empty all pockets (coins, paper, the best possible way.  
electronic control device for even  
distribution: before the spin cycle  
starts, this device allows the  
money and small objects) and The table on page 5 shows all  
ensure all loose buttons are meanings behind these garments  
to  
positions  
themselves, to minimise noise  
and vibrations during the spin  
cycle.  
repaired or removed prior to symbols. Their recom-  
loading.  
mendations are important to  
achieve better wash results.  
Starting the washer-dryer  
After installing your new washer-dryer, start a wash cycle  
by setting programme "1" at 90 degrees.  
Starting your washer-dryer in  
the right way is important for the  
quality of your wash, to help  
prevent future problems and  
enhance life expectancy of your  
appliance. Once you have  
loaded your washer-dryer and  
added the detergent together  
with any fabric conditioner,  
always check that:  
1.The door is closed correctly.  
2. The plug is secured in the  
socket.  
3. The water supply is turned  
on.  
Turn the appliance on  
Press button C (position I).  
Choosethedesiredprogramme  
The programme is selected  
according to the type of garments  
thatneedtobewashed.Tochoose  
a programme, refer to the table on  
page 4. Turn knob A until the  
selected programme is aligned  
with the mark on the knob, set all  
the options available (flashing)  
as indicated on pages 3 and 4  
Remember that, in the event  
of a power failure, or should  
the washer-dryer switch itself  
off, the programme chosen  
will remain in its memory.  
At the end of the wash cycle...  
Wait for symbol to come off  
and the word End to appear.  
Then turn the washer-dryer off  
by pressing on-off button C (O  
position).You can now open the  
washer-dryer door safely. After  
having removed the freshly  
cleaned washing, leave the  
door open to allow air circulation  
inside the drum.  
For more delicate  
garments:  
protect underwear, tights  
and stockings and delicate  
items by placing them in a  
canvas pouch  
(reference  
), then press  
button B (Start/Reset).  
Always disconnect electricity at  
the socket and turn off the water  
supply.  
If you want to interrupt the  
programme in progress, press  
button B for at least 3 seconds.  
How to eliminate the most common stains  
Ink and biro Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol or alcohol at 90°.  
Tar Dab with fresh butter, rub in turpentine then wash immediately.  
Wax Scrape away, then run a hot iron between two sheets of absorbent paper. Then rub in cotton with turpentine or  
methyl alcohol.  
Chewing gum Rub in nail polish remover and wipe with a clean rag.  
Mold Cotton and white linen should be placed in a solution of 5 parts water, one bleach and a spoon of vinegar, then  
washed immediately. For other white fabrics, use hydrogen peroxide at 10 volumes and wash immediately.  
Lipstick Dab with ether on wool or cotton. Use tricloroetilene for silk.  
Nail polish Place a sheet of absorbent paper on the side of the stain, wet it with nail polish remover, shifting the  
garment as the sheet gradually changes colour.  
Grass Dab with a wad of cotton soaked in methyl alcohol.  
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Understanding the control panel  
Here I’m in command  
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Making the right choice is important. And it’s easy.  
Programme selector knob  
Use this knob to select the wash  
or drying programme.  
To select a programme, you  
should turn the knob so that the  
symbol/number of the desired  
programme is in line with the  
pointer on the knob.  
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C
B
Rinsing level  
This increases the efficiency of  
the rinse.We recommend that you  
use it when dealing with a full load  
and a great amount of detergent.  
There are three levels; press the  
select button to select them.  
mode  
select  
Start /Reset  
This button allows you to start  
the selected wash programme  
You may not select a drying  
cycle if you have excluded the  
spin cycle.  
During a wash cycle, the selection  
of the spin cycle exclusion is  
indicatedbysymbol comingon.  
This option is available on all wash  
programmesexceptfornumber10  
and Drain.  
or to interrupt it.  
Display  
If you press it briefly, the button  
All the options available are  
functions as Start, if you press  
displayed on the right-hand side.  
Low  
it for at least 3 seconds, then it  
Use the mode button to select  
functions as Reset.  
the desired option, and the rela-  
Medium  
High  
After the Start of the appliance,  
tive symbol will begin flashing.  
moving the programme  
On the left-hand side, the value  
selector knob will have no effect  
or the status (On-Off) of the  
whatsoever.  
selected option is displayed, and  
This option is available on  
programmes 1-2-3-4-5-6-7 and  
Light rinse cycles.  
you can modify it using the  
select button.  
DelayTimer  
This allows you to delay the start  
of the wash cycle by a minimum  
of 1 to a maximum of 24 hours  
by pressing the select button.  
The enabling of the delayed  
start is indicated by the symbol  
coming on and staying on  
until the wash cycle begins.  
This option is not available on  
the Drain and Light spin cycle  
programmes.  
On-off  
To access the subsequent  
When button C is pressed, the  
option, press the mode button,  
washer-dryer is switched on,  
otherwise press button B to start  
when it is not the machine is  
the wash cycle.  
Stain Erase  
(see page 8)  
Thanks to this command, the  
washer-dryer will carry out a more  
intensive wash that optimises the  
effectiveness of the liquid  
additives, thus allowing more  
resistant stains to be removed.  
To use this, press the select  
button until the On sign comes on.  
During a wash cycle, the  
selectionof this option is indicated  
switched off.  
All the options available are listed  
Turning the appliance off  
below.  
Only options relevant to the  
selected programme will be  
When the appliance is switched  
displayed.  
does not cancel the selected  
programme.  
on, all the symbols on the display  
light up for at least 8 seconds,  
after which only the ones that can  
be selected will flash.  
Temperature  
The display indicates the  
maximum temperature relating  
to the programme set, which  
can be reduced by pressing the  
select button right down to cold  
wash (Off).  
Easy Ironing  
This function allows your washing  
tocomeoutofthemachinewithout  
creases, making it much easier  
to iron.The appliance optimises  
the washing conditions according  
to the type of fabrics that are being  
washed.  
by symbol  
coming on.  
This option is available on  
programmes 2-3-5-6-7-9 and  
Light rinse cycles.  
Note: It must not be used with the  
Easy Ironingoption.  
Detergent dispenser  
It is divided into three  
compartments:  
This option is available on all  
1.Detergent for pre-wash;  
wash programmes.  
2. Detergentforthemaincyclewash;  
It is enabled with programmes  
3-5-6-7-10andLightrinsecycles.  
To enable it, press the select  
button until the On sign comes on.  
In programmes 6-7-10 and Light  
Rinse cycles, the wash cycle is  
interrupted and the washing is left  
to soak in water before the  
appliance is drained.To complete  
the cycle, press the selectbutton.  
During a wash cycle, the enabling  
of this option is indicated by  
3.Fabric conditioner.  
SpinVariation  
Wash Intensity  
The washer-dryer is equipped  
The display indicates the  
with an extra compartment 4  
maximum speed relating to the  
(provided as an accessory) for  
programme set, which can be  
This allows you to modify the  
characteristics of the selected  
wash programme, according to  
how soiled the washing is.There  
are three levels; press the select  
button to select them.  
the bleach, to be inserted in  
reduced by pressing the select  
compartment 1.  
button right down to its total  
exclusion (Off).  
Low  
4
Medium  
High  
symbol  
coming on.  
Note:  
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- It must not be used with the  
Stain Erase option.  
- If you also want to run the  
drying cycle, this button is  
enabled only if combined with  
level (Iron).  
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1
This option is available on  
programmes 1-2-3-5-6-7.  
The detergent dispenser with the  
additional bleach compartment  
is here.  
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Drying  
Special displays  
Drying cycle duration  
The maximum duration of the You can view the characteristics  
cycle selected is displayed.  
During the wash cycle….  
This allows you to set the  
automatic drying at the end of the  
wash.  
For further details, please refer  
to page 5.  
(left-hand side of the display):  
of the programme in progress by  
pressing the mode button and  
also modify them, if need be, by  
As soon as you switch the  
appliance on….  
You can display the remaining In the event of a fault, a message pressing the select button.  
amount of time of the last wash is displayed, (e.g. F-01), which  
Error message  
Warning: If you set "spin cycle  
exclusion", you may not select  
a drying cycle.  
If you wish to run a drying cycle,  
select the maximum spin speed  
available (see page 3) and then  
choose the type of drying  
required.  
programme selected.  
should be communicated to the Door locked  
Service Centre. Symbol on indicates that the  
Programme length  
During the wash cycle, the End of the programme  
amount of time left is displayed. At the end of the programme, accidentally. To avoid any  
washer-dryer door is locked to  
prevent it from being opened  
the word END is displayed.  
damages, you must wait for it to  
come off and for the word End  
to appear before you open the  
door.  
What are you washing today?  
A programme for all seasons  
Type of fabric and degree of soil  
Programme Temperature Detergent Fabric  
Stain  
Length of Description of wash cycle  
for wash  
softener  
Erase /  
Bleach  
the cycle  
(minutes)  
COTTON  
Exceptionally soiled whites  
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.)  
Prewash cycle, wash cycle at 90°C, rinse  
cycles, intermediate and final spin cycles  
140  
125  
130  
150  
86  
1
2
3
4
5
90°C  
90°C  
60°C  
40°C  
40°C  
Exceptionally soiled whites  
(sheets, tablecloths, etc.)  
Wash cycle at 90°C, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Del./Trad.  
Del./Trad.  
Heavily soiled whites and fast colours  
Wash cycle at 60°C, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Heavily soiled whites and fast colours  
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Slightly soiled whites and delicate  
colours (shirts, jumpers, etc.)  
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles,  
intermediate and final spin cycles  
Del./Trad.  
Drying cycle for cotton fabrics  
SYNTHETICS  
Heavily soiled fast colour synthetics  
(baby linen, etc.)  
Wash cycle at 50-60°C, rinse cycles, anti-  
crease or delicate spin cycle  
Delicate  
Delicate  
Delicate  
89  
79  
69  
30  
6
6
7
8
50-60°C  
40°C  
Slightly soiled fast colour synthetics  
(all types of slightly soiled garment)  
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles, anti-  
crease or delicate spin cycle  
Delicate colour synthetics  
(all types of slightly soiled garments)  
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles, anti-  
crease or delicate spin cycle  
40°C  
Delicate colour synthetics  
(all types of slightly soiled garments)  
Wash cycle at 30°C, rinse cycles and  
delicate spin cycle  
30°C  
Drying cycle for synthetic fabrics  
DELICATES  
Wool - Hand wash  
Wash cycle at 40°C, rinse cycles and  
delicate spin cycle  
Delicate  
40  
60  
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40°C  
30°C  
Particularly delicate garments and  
fabrics (curtains, silk, viscose, etc.)  
Wash cycle at 30°C, rinse cycles, anti-  
crease or draining  
10  
Drying cycle for wool  
PARTIAL PROGRAMMES  
Light rinse cycles  
Rinse cycles, anti-crease or draining  
Light spin cycle  
Drain  
Draining and delicate spin cycle  
Draining  
Important: to cancel the wash programme you have just set, press button B for at least 3 seconds (Start/Reset).  
The data found in the table is purely indicative, and can vary according to the quantity and type of washing, the water system temperature and  
the room temperature.  
Special programmes  
Class A at 40°C Your washer-dryer has a special programme to allow you to obtain optimum results even at low temperatures.  
By setting programme 4 at a temperature of 40° C, the results you will obtain will be the same as you would normally obtain at 60°C thanks  
to the washer-dryer’s action and the length of the wash cycle.  
Daily wash Your washer-dryer has a programme available for the washing of lightly soiled garments in a short amount of time.  
By setting programme 8 at a temperature of 30°C, you can wash different types of fabrics together (except for wool and silk), with a  
maximum load of 3 kg. This programmes allows you to save on both time and energy as it only lasts around 30 minutes.  
We recommend the use of liquid detergent.  
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How to dry  
A.  
Fabric  
A combined Washing Dry only  
and Drying Programme  
Drying time (Min.)  
Load type Max. load  
(kg)  
Once you have loaded the  
type  
Look at table A to the side and washing that needs drying (4 kg  
follow the instructions provided max. for cottons, see table for  
for MAX load to have an other fabrics ), make sure that:  
automatic washing and drying - the door is shut correctly;  
Extra  
dry  
Wardrobe Iron  
Cotton,  
Linen  
Clothing of  
different  
sizes  
cycle.  
- the plug is inserted in the socket;  
4
145  
130  
120  
Follow the instructions for - the water tap is turned on;  
washing only (see the "Starting - button C has not been pressed  
theWasher-Dryer" paragraph on (O position).  
Cotton  
Terry  
towels  
4
2,5  
1
145  
100  
65  
130  
90  
120  
85  
page 2) and set the type of drying  
desired as indicated below:  
And now set the wash cycle  
knob  
Set knob A to one of the drying  
Terital,  
Cotton  
Sheets,  
Shirts  
Iron  
positions  
depending on the  
Acrylics  
Nylon  
Pyjamas,  
socks, etc.  
type of fabric, select the type of  
drying desired:  
Wardrobe  
Extra dry  
60  
60  
Iron  
Slips, tights,  
stockings,  
etc.  
1
1
65  
60  
60  
60  
60  
60  
then press button B (Start/  
Reset).  
Wardrobe  
Extra dry  
Wool  
Knitwear,  
Pullovers,  
etc.  
If the laundry load to be washed  
and dried exceeds the  
maximum load foreseen (see  
table A), then follow the  
instructions provided for wash  
only (see page 2, the paragraph  
entitled "Starting the Washer-  
Dryer").  
When the wash cycle has  
finished, remove your washing,  
divide it up and replace part of it  
inside the drum.  
The data contained in the table are purely indicative.  
then press button B (Start/  
Reset).  
For cotton loads of less than 1 Kg, use the drying programme  
designed for synthetic fabrics.  
At the end of the drying  
cycle...  
Wait for symbol to come off  
and the word End to appear.  
Then turn the washer-dryer off  
by pressing on-off button C  
(O position). Now you can open  
the appliance door. Once you  
have removed the washing from  
the appliance, leave the door  
open or ajar to avoid the  
formation of bad odours and  
turn off the water tap.  
IMPORTANT  
A spin cycle is carried out during the drying if you have set a  
cotton programme.  
Now follow the instructions  
provided for a dry only cycle.  
Repeat this procedure for the  
remainder of the load.  
WARNING  
- During the drying phase, the door tends to get quite hot.  
- Do not use the appliance to dry clothes that have been  
washed with flammable solvents (e.g. trichlorethylene).  
- Do not use the appliance to dry foam rubber or similar  
elastomers.  
Drying types  
You can choose from 3 different  
types of drying, depending on  
your needs:  
- Make sure that the water tap is turned on during the drying  
cycles.  
- This washer-dryer can only be used to dry clothes which  
Iron : slightly damp clothes,  
easy to iron.  
have been pre-washed in water.  
Wardrobe  
put away.  
Extra dry  
:dry clothes to  
: very dry  
clothes, recommended for  
towelling and bathrobes.  
A cooling stage is foreseen at  
the end of the drying cycle.  
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Understanding labels  
Learn the meaning of these symbols and you will get better  
results, your garments will last longer resulting in an  
improved wash.  
All over Europe, garment labels These symbols are divided into  
contain messages expressed in five different categories and  
small yet important symbols. shapes: washing , bleaching  
Understanding them is very  
, ironing  
, dry cleaning  
important if you want to get and drying  
better results and treat your  
garments the way they deserve  
to be treated.  
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Useful tips  
Turn shirts inside out to get better results  
and make them last longer.  
Always empty pockets of their contents.  
Look at the label: it will always give you useful  
advice.  
When loading your washing, try to have a mixture  
of large to small items.  
Make sure you select the right  
temperature!  
Consult and learn the symbols in this table: they will help you  
obtain a better wash, treat your clothes properly, and get a  
better performance out of your washer-dryer.  
Wash  
Bleaching  
Ironing  
Dry cleaning  
Drying  
Strong  
action  
Delicate  
action  
High  
Temp.  
Low  
Temperat.  
A
c
l
Wash at  
95°C  
Bleaching only in  
cold water  
Hot iron at max  
200°C  
Dry clean with any  
solvent  
Machine dryable  
P
Dry clean only with  
perchloride, benzine  
av., pure alcohol,  
R111 and R113  
Medium hot  
ironing at  
max 150°C  
Wash at  
60°C  
Do not machine  
dry  
Do not bleach  
F
Dry clean with av.  
benzine, pure alcohol  
and R113  
Wash at  
40°C  
Iron at max  
110°C  
Spread to dry  
Hang to dry  
without spin  
drying  
Wash at  
30°C  
Not ironable  
Do not dry clean  
Dry on clothes  
hanger  
Hand wash  
Not  
washable in  
water  
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Useful tips  
Never use your washer-  
How much does it weigh?  
Holidays: unplug the  
appliance.  
dryer to wash... torn, fraying or 1 sheet 400-500 gr.  
non-hemmed linen. If it is 1 pillow case 150-200 gr.  
absolutely neccessary, place it in 1 tablecloth 400-500 gr.  
a bag for protection. Do not wash 1 bathrobe 900-1,200 gr.  
It is recommended that you  
should unplug the machine from  
the socket and turn off the water  
supply. Leave the door ajar to  
allow air circulation to the draw  
coloured linen with whites.  
1 towel 150-250 gr.  
Watch the weight!  
Coloured T-shirts, printed and the door gasket area.This will  
For best results, do not exceed onesandshirtslastlongerif turned prevent unpleasant odours.  
the weight limits stated below inside out before washing.  
(figures show weight of dry Printed T-shirts and sweatshirts  
garments):  
shouldalwaysbeironedinsideout.  
- Resistant fabrics:  
5 kg maximum  
- Synthetic fabrics:  
2.5 kg maximum  
- Delicate fabrics:  
2 kg maximum  
Dungaree alert.  
WOOLCYCLE  
For best results, we  
recommend you use a  
specific detergent, taking  
care not to wash more than  
1 kg of laundry.  
Very popular “salopette” type  
overalls have straps with hooks  
that can damage the drum of your  
washer-dryer or other garments  
during the wash.To minimise the  
risk, place hooks in the pocket  
and fasten with safety pins.  
- Pure new wool:  
1 kg maximum  
How to wash almost anything  
Curtains.  
Quilted coats and anorak.  
Trainers.  
Curtains tend to crease a great You can wash quilted coats and Once you have removed mud  
deal. A useful tip to reduce wind-cheaters, too, if they are and dirt from trainers, you can  
creasing: fold the curtains and padded with goose or duck even wash them with jeans or  
place them in a pillow case or down. Do not load more than any other tough garments. Do  
mesh bag. Do not load anything 2-3 kg and never load 5 kg. not wash trainers with whites.  
else inside the appliance, this Repeat rinse once or twice  
will ensure that the overall using the gentle spin.  
weight does not exceed the half  
load. Remember to use the  
specific programme 10 which  
automatically excludes the spin  
cycle.  
EXCLUSIVE  
Cashmere Gold: As gentle as a hand wash  
The first Washing Machine to have "The Woolmark Company" recognition.  
Always use programme 9 with  
garments bearing the hand wash  
drawing; represented by the  
washbasin and the hand.  
The Cashmere Gold wash washing Woolmark garments  
programme has been studied labelled as “hand wash”. This  
for its machine wash ability, is the first gentle action hand  
which enables washing for wash cycle approved by The  
To take care of your woollen  
items, we recommend you use  
special detergents.  
even the most delicate and Woolmark  
valuable of wool or Cashmere M.00221  
Company.”  
garments.  
This has been made possible  
“The Merloni Elettrodomesti- thankstothespeedofthedrum  
ci wool wash cycle has been at 90 rpm, even during the  
tested and approved by The rinse cycle, thus preventing  
Woolmark Company for the fibres from rubbing.  
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It’s important for a good wash  
Useful tips about the detergent dispenser  
The first secret is the easiest: the detergent dispenser is  
opened by pull it outwards.  
In compartment 1:  
Detergent for pre-washing (powder)  
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In compartment 2:  
Detergent for washing  
(powder or liquid)  
You must follow the dosage Remember that liquid detergent  
recommendations provided by is only designed for wash  
the manufacturers when adding cycles of up to 60 degrees on  
detergent or fabric conditioner. non pre-wash items.  
Doses will vary according to the Special containers are sold with  
wash load, the water hardness liquid or powder detergents for  
In compartment 3:  
Additives (softeners, perfumes, etc.)  
3
2
In compartment 4:  
Bleach and delicate bleach.  
1
and how soiled the washing is.  
placing inside the washer-dryer  
Experience will help you select drum, these are positioned  
the right dosage almost according to the instructions  
automatically: it will become your found in the detergent box  
secret.  
Never use hand wash  
Before adding detergent for pre- detergent, because it may form  
washing in compartment 1, too much foam, which could  
make sure that the extra damage the washer-dryer.  
compartment for bleach 4 has Detergents that are specifically  
Bleach cycle  
formulated for both hand and  
not been inserted.  
Ensure no overfilling when machine wash are an  
adding fabric conditioner in exception.  
If bleaching is necessary, the  
extra case 4 (provided) must be  
inserted into compartment 1 of  
the detergent dispenser.  
When pouring in the bleach, be  
careful not to exceed the "max"  
level indicated on the central  
pivot (see illustration).  
The use of the additional bleach  
container excludes the  
possibility of using the pre-wash  
cycle. Traditional bleach can  
only be used on sturdy white  
fabrics, whereas delicate  
bleach can be used for  
coloured fabrics, synthetics  
and for wool.  
compartment 3.  
One last secret: when washing  
The washer-dryer automatically with cold water, always reduce  
adds the softener to the wash in the amount of detergent you use:  
each programme.  
it dissolves less easily in cold  
Liquid detergent is poured into water than in hot water, so part  
compartment 2 just a few of it would be wasted.  
seconds before starting the  
wash cycle.  
You cannot bleach with the  
“Silk” programme and with the  
“special programmes” (see  
page 4).  
Should you wish to bleach  
separately, pour the bleach into  
extra compartment 4 and set  
The detergent dispenser can be  
removed and cleaned: pull it outwards,  
as indicated in the figure. Then leave it  
under running water for a few minutes.  
the light rinse  
.
The rinse level should be set to  
Medium or High (see page 3).  
When bleaching during a  
normal wash cycle, pour in the  
detergent and additives into the  
special compartments (see  
table on page 4), set the desired  
programme and select the stain  
erase option.  
A guide to environmentally  
friendly and economic use  
of your appliance.  
Cutting costs efficiently  
MAXIMISE THE LOAD SIZE  
Achieve the best use of energy, water, detergent and time by using the recommended  
maximum load size.  
SAVE up to 50% energy by washing a full load instead of 2 half loads.  
DO YOU NEED TO PRE-WASH?  
For heavily soiled laundry only!  
SAVE detergent, time, water and between 5 to 15% energy consumption by NOT  
selecting Prewash for slight to normally soiled laundry.  
IS A HOT WASH REQUIRED?  
Pretreat stains with stain remover or soak dried in stains in water before washing to  
reduce the necessity of a hot wash programme.  
SAVE up to 50% energy by using a 60°C wash programme.  
BEFORE USING A DRYING PROGRAMME ...  
SAVE energy and time by selecting the highest suitable spin speed to reduce the water  
content in laundry before using a drying programme.  
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Troubleshooting  
Before calling, read the following  
In most cases, when your washer-dryer fails to work, the problems arising can  
be easily solved without having to call for a technician. Before calling for  
assistance, always check these points.  
The washer-dryer fails to  
start.  
the door is open or not shut  
properly.  
But where did all the water go?  
Is the On/Off button  
pressed?  
If it is, then a programmed start  
has been set.  
Simple: with the new Indesit technology, you need less than  
half of it, to get good results on twice as much!  
Is the plug correctly inserted  
into the socket? It could have  
been moved whilst cleaning.  
This is why you cannot see the water through the door:  
because there is little, very little of it, to respect the  
environment yet without renouncing maximum cleanliness.  
And, on top of that, you are also saving electricity.  
Is there electricity in the  
house?  
Has the Start/Reset button  
been pressed?  
If it is, then a programmed start  
has been set.  
A circuit breaker may have  
switched off as a result of too  
many electrical appliances  
working at the same time. Or  
maybe due to a general failure  
in your entire area.  
Is the water supply turned  
on? For safety reasons, if the  
washer-dryer does not load  
water, it cannot start a wash  
cycle.  
Is the washer-dryer door  
closed properly?  
For safety reasons, the  
washer-dryer cannot work if  
The washer-dryer fails to  
The washer-dryer  
continuously fills and  
drains water.  
fill with water.  
RIGHT WRONG  
Is the hose correctly  
connected to the tap?  
Leave the washer-dryer  
plugged in while  
Turn off the water  
supply after use.  
This will eliminate  
the possibility of  
leakage.  
Is the drain hose positioned  
too low? It must be installed  
at a height ranging from 60 to  
100 cm.  
Is there a water shortage ?  
There could be work in  
progress in your building or  
street.  
cleaning.  
Even during maintenance,  
the appliance should  
always be unplugged.  
Is the end of the hose  
immersed in water?  
Always leave the  
appliance door ajar  
to avoid bad odours.  
Is there sufficient water  
pressure? The autoclave  
may be malfunctioning.  
Use solvents and  
aggressive abrasives.  
Never use solvents or  
abrasives to clean the  
external and rubber parts  
of the washer-dryer.  
Does the wall drainage  
system have a breather  
pipe? If the problem persists  
even after these checks, turn  
the water supply off the  
machine and call for  
assistance.  
If you live on an upper floor of  
your building, there may be a  
problem with your drain trap.  
To solve this problem, a  
special valve must be  
installed.  
Clean the  
Is the tap filter clean? If the  
water is very calcareous, or  
if work has recently been  
carried out on the water  
piping, the tap filter could be  
clogged with particles and  
debris.  
appliance’s  
exteriors gently.  
To clean the  
Neglect the detergent  
dispenser.  
It is removable and can  
easily be cleaned by  
leaving it under running  
water.  
exteriors and the  
rubber parts of the  
appliance, always  
use a soft cloth  
dipped in warm and  
soapy water.  
Is the rubber hose kinked?  
The tract of the rubber hose  
bringing water to washer-  
dryer must be as straight as  
possible. Make sure it is not  
squashed or kinked.  
Go on holiday without  
thinking about her.  
Before leaving, always  
make sure that the  
washer-dryer is  
unplugged and that the  
water supply is turned off.  
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Is the drain hose kinked?  
The tract of the drain hose  
must be as straight as  
possible. Make sure the drain  
hose is not squashed or  
kinked.  
Is there space between the  
machine and adjacent  
units? If it is not a built-in  
model, the washer-dryer will  
oscillate a bit during the spin  
cycle. A few cm of space  
should therefore be left  
around it.  
Is the washer-dryer’s drain  
duct clogged? Is there an  
extension of the drain hose?  
If so, is it positioned  
incorrectly, blocking the  
water flow?  
The washer-dryer does  
not drain or spin.  
Too much foam.  
Is the detergent appropriate  
for machine washing?  
Check whether the definition  
on its label reads “for machine  
wash” or “hand and machine  
wash”, or any other similar  
wording.  
Does  
the  
selected  
programme incorporates  
water draining? Some  
programmes stop at the end  
of the wash cycles and  
draining will have to be  
selected manually.  
The washer-dryer leaks.  
Is the correct amount being  
used? An excessive amount  
of detergent, besides  
producing too much foam,  
does not guarantee a more  
effective wash, and causes  
scaling in the internal parts of  
the appliance.  
Is the “Easy ironing"  
function -where provided -  
selected? Complete the  
programme by pressing the  
select button.  
Is the metal ring of the inlet  
hose properly attached?  
Turn off the water supply,  
unplug the appliance and try  
tightening its attachment  
without forcing it.  
Excessive vibration  
during the spin cycle.  
Is the drain pump clogged?  
To check it, turn off the water  
supply, unplug the washer-  
dryer and follow the  
instructions on page 13, or  
call for technical assistance.  
Have all transit screws been  
removed during instal-  
lation? See the following  
Is the detergent dispenser  
obstructed? Remove and  
wash it under tap water.  
page  
on  
installation  
The washer-dryer does  
not dry.  
procedures.  
Is the drain hose well  
attached?Turn off the water  
supply, unplug the appliance  
and try tightening its  
attachment.  
Has the washer-dryer been  
levelled correctly? The  
levelling of the appliance  
Check whether:  
the plug has been correctly  
inserted into the socket;there  
is electricity in your home; the  
appliance door has been shut  
properly; a delayed start (if  
available) has not been  
selected; the drying mode has  
been selected.  
Always get  
assistance from  
authorised  
should  
be  
checked  
periodically. Adjust the feet  
and check them with a level.  
technicians and  
always insist on  
original spare parts.  
The washer-dryer doesn't  
dry properly.  
Technical characteristics  
Check whether:  
Model  
WDE 12  
the end of the drain hose is  
underwater; the drain pump is  
obstructed; the advice given  
on the maximum loads has  
been taken; the water tap has  
been turned on.  
Dimensions  
width 59,5 cm  
height 85 cm  
depth 53,5 cm  
Capacity  
from 1 to 5 kg for the wash programme; from 1 to 4 kg for the drying programme  
Electrical  
connections  
voltage 230/240 Volt 50 Hz  
maximum absorbed power 1850 W  
If, despite all checks, the  
washer-dryer fails to function  
and the problem persists, call  
your nearest authorised  
Customer Service Centre,  
providing the following  
information:  
Water connections  
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)  
minimum pressure 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar)  
drum capacity 46 litre  
Spinning speed  
up to 1200 rpm  
- the nature of malfunction  
- the model type no. (Mod.....)  
- the serial number (S/N ....)  
This information can be found on  
the data plate situated at the  
back of the washer-dryer.  
Control programs  
in compliance with  
IEC regulation 456  
programme 3; temperature 60°C; rinsing level  
;
wash Intensity  
; carried out with 5 kg load.  
drying: run with a 2.5 kg load, setting the type of drying  
.
This appliance conforms with the following E.E.C. directives:  
- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications  
- 89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent  
modifications  
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Installation and removal  
When the new  
washer-dryer arrives  
Whether new or just transported to a new house,  
installation is extremely important for the correct  
functioning of your washer-dryer.  
After removing the appliance from  
its packaging, check that it is  
Connection to the water  
mains  
intact. If in doubt, contact a  
Both hot and cold water supplies  
qualified technician immediately.  
are preferable and they should be  
The inside of the machine is  
between 34.5kN/m²(5lb/in²) and  
supported, fortransportation, by  
1034.2kN/m² (150lb/in²) pressure.  
four screws on the back panel.  
Thehosehavingthered endfitting  
should be encountered between  
Electric connection  
the hot supply and the threaded  
connection adjacent to the letter H  
on the rear of the machine. The  
hose having the white end fittings  
should be connected between the  
cold supply and the threaded  
connection adjacent to the letter C  
on the rear of the machine.  
Remember to insert a sealing  
washer at each connection to  
ensure watertight joints. Do not  
overtighten the connections by  
using tools -hand tight is sufficient  
topreventleaks.Itisgenerallymore  
convenient to have these supplies  
away from the sink taps. Where  
no suitable hot water supply is  
available or it does not meet these  
requirements, bothinlethosesmay  
be connected to a cold supply by  
using two taps etc., or a «T»  
junction on the plumbing however,  
use of cold water only will increase  
programmetimes.  
Connecting the drain hose  
The drain hose (hooked pipe) is  
secured to the rear of the machine  
by support clips and may be  
routed to right or left as required.  
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.  
Before using the washer-dryer,  
remove the screws, remove the  
spacers together with the rubber  
tubes attached to them (keeping  
all the parts) and use the plastic  
plugs provided to fill in the holes.  
Important: Usethecap(provided)  
to close the 3 holes which housed  
thestoppin,situatedintheright-hand  
part of the lower back of the  
washer-dryer.  
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE  
MUST BE EARTHED.  
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS  
SHOULD BE CARRIED OUT BY A  
QUALIFIEDELECTRICIAN.  
The hook to be used in case the drain  
hose ends at a height below 60 cm.  
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.  
The drain hose should be placed  
in a stand pipe with a minimum  
internal diameter of 38 mm (1½  
inches)oritcanbepositionedover  
a sink or it can be connected as  
shown in Fig. A. The height of  
stand pipe or sink should be  
between 60 and 100 cm (24 and  
40 inches). Care must be taken  
that the hose is not obstructed,  
twisted, submerged or kinked. If  
the hose is connected with an  
airtightjoining, provisionshouldbe  
made to prevent syphoning.  
Levelling  
Thewasher-dryermustbelevelled  
appropriatelyinordertoguarantee  
its correct functioning.To level the  
appliance, the front feet must be  
adjusted; the angle of inclination,  
measuredaccordingtotheworktop,  
must not exceed 2°.When placed  
oncarpet, makesuretheventilation  
is not reduced.  
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.  
Note: the maximum temperature  
should not exceed 70°C (158°F).  
The rubber gasket .  
Connect the inlet hose to the  
threaded connector on the  
machine rear.  
The front feet are adjustable.  
The guide for draining into tubs and  
sinks.  
Warning!  
The company denies all  
liability if and when these  
norms are not respected.  
Retain the transit screws,  
spacers and washers.  
Should you move house  
then these should be  
Plastic bags, expanded  
styrofoam, nails and other  
packaging parts are not  
children’s toys, and are  
potentially dangerous.  
replaced to support the  
inside of the machine to  
prevent damage when  
transporting the machine.  
Water pipe inlet at the top right.  
Fig. A  
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Removing the plug:  
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.  
If your appliance has a non-  
rewireable moulded plug and you  
should wish to re-route the mains  
cable through partitions, 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:  
GREEN &  
YELLOW  
the mains cable is wired directly  
into a 13 amp cable outlet,  
controlled by a switch, (in  
compliance with BS 5733) which  
is accessible without moving the  
appliance.  
13 ampere fuse  
BROWN  
CROSS-BAR  
CORD GRIP  
BLUE  
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  
Brown  
Neutral  
Live  
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  
colouredGreenorGreen&Yellow.  
Connect Brown wire to terminal  
marked L or coloured Red.  
Connect Blue wire to terminal  
marked N or 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  
adaptororatthedistributionboard.  
If you are in any doubt the  
electrical supply to your machine,  
consult a qualified electrician  
before use.  
How to connect an alternati-  
ve plug:  
The wires in this mains lead are  
coloured in accordance with the  
following code:  
BLUE  
BROWN  
NEUTRAL(N)  
LIVE(L)  
GREEN&YELLOW EARTH(E)  
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Easy Care and Maintenance  
Treat your machine well and it will provide  
many years of trouble free service  
Your washer-dryer is a reliable companion in life and on the job. It is just as important for you to keep it in  
shape.  
Your washer-dryer is designed  
to provide reliable service over  
many years. A few simple steps  
will help to prolong its life and  
avoid problems. It is advisable,  
to turn off water taps when the  
machine is not to be used, this  
protects the hoses, etc.  
It is important to wash  
the detergent dispenser  
regularly.  
To prevent dried washing  
powder from  
accumulating, place the  
dispenser under running  
water for a few minutes.  
If the water in your area is too  
hard, use a deliming product  
Never exaggerate with doses.  
Normal detergents already  
contain deliming agents. Only if  
the water is particularly hard,  
that is, rich in lime content, do  
we recommend the use of a  
specific product at every wash.  
A periodical wash cycle with a  
dose of a deliming product,  
without detergents or washing,  
may prove useful.  
(water is hard if it often leaves  
whitish stains around taps or  
drains, especially of bath tubs.  
For more accurate information as  
to the type of water in your  
system, call the local water  
works or a local plumber).  
Pockets must always be  
emptied removing even pins,  
badges and any other hard  
object.  
Never use too much detergent  
or additives because this could  
cause an excess amount of  
foam, scaling and possible  
damage to the component parts  
of your washer-dryer.  
The washer-dryer exterior  
should be cleaned with a rag  
dipped in lukewarm water and  
soap.  
Do not forget to empty all pockets: small objects can  
cause damage to your washer-dryer.  
When in need, check the pump and the rubber hose.  
The washer-dryer comes equipped with a self-cleaning pump that does not require any cleaning or maintenance.  
Small objects may accidentally fall into the pump: coins, hair clips, loose buttons and other small items. To avoid  
possible damage, they are withheld in an accessible pre-chamber, situated at the lower end of the pump.  
Attention: Before attempting to examine this pre-chamber, first  
ensure that the machine has finished its programme and is empty.  
Unplug the machine, as with any maintenance.  
To gain access gently ease down the top of the plinth panel situated at  
the base of the machine, with a screwdriver etc, to release it. Then  
ease the top edge forward to allow it to be lifted clear (Fig. 1). Place  
a shallow dish or tray below the cover of the pre-chamber to catch  
the small amount of water present. Release the cover by turning anti-  
clockwise (Fig. 2). Ensure that the cover is securely replaced.  
Fig. 1  
The water inlet hose  
Fig. 2  
Re-fit the plinth cover by inserting the hooks on its lower edge into  
the slots and ease the top edge back into position.  
Check the rubber hose at least once a year. If you see any cracks, replace it immediately. When you use your washer-dryer,  
water pressure is very strong and a cracked tube could easily split open.  
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Important for the safe use of your washer-dryer  
Your safety and that of  
Your washer-dryer has been built in compliance  
with the strictest international safety regulations.  
To protect you and all your family.  
your family  
Read these instructions and all 7. Never open the detergent 9. While the appliance is  
become hot; ensure that  
children do no touch it.  
Never force the washer-  
dryer door because this  
could damage the safety  
lock which prevents  
accidental opening when the  
machine is working. Allow a  
few minutes at the end of the  
program for the lock to  
release.  
the information in this manual  
carefully:they are an important  
source, not only of numerous  
useful tips, but also of vital  
information on safety, use and  
maintenance.  
dispenser while the  
appliance is functioning;  
do not use hand wash  
detergent because the  
abundance of foam could  
damage its internal parts.  
functioning, do not touch  
the drain water as it could  
reach  
very  
high  
temperatures.  
The  
appliance door, during  
wash cycles, tends to  
1. the machine should not be 8. Never pull on the supply  
installed in an outdoor  
environment, not even  
when a roof shelters the  
area, because it may be very  
dangerous to leave it  
exposed to rain and  
thunderstorms.  
cable or the washer-dryer to  
disconnect it from the wall  
socket: it is extremely  
dangerous.  
10. In case of malfunctio-ning,  
first close the water tap  
and unplug the appliance  
from the wall socket; do  
not  
under  
any  
touch  
2. It must only be used by  
adults and exclusively for  
washing clothes following  
the instructions provided in  
this manual.  
circumstances  
internal parts in order to  
attempt repairs.  
I only want an authorised  
specialised technician with  
original Indesit spare parts!  
11. If you interrupt a Wash  
Programme before its  
end, then the water and  
clothes may be hot. The  
water level may also be  
above the door, see  
instruction for draining  
the machine before you  
open the door and handle  
with caution .  
3. Should it have to be moved,  
proceed with the help of two  
or three people and handle  
it with the utmost care.  
Never try to do this alone,  
because the appliance is  
very heavy.  
4. Before loading the washer-  
dryer, make sure the drum  
is empty.  
12. During theTumble Drying  
programme and at its end,  
the clothes and drum of  
the machine may be hot,  
handle with caution and  
do not touch the drum.  
5. Never touch the washer-  
dryer when barefoot or  
with wet or damp hands  
or feet.  
6. Never use extensions or  
multiple plugs, which are  
particularly dangerous in  
humid environments. The  
power supply cable must  
never  
be  
bent  
or  
dangerously compressed.  
How to change the power supply cable  
The power supply cable must only be replaced by one of our authorised Service Engineers.  
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THANK YOU for choosing an Indesit appliance. We are confident  
you have made a good choice and that your new appliance will give  
many years of excellent service.  
And we're there when you need us.  
Register your purchase  
now  
This will confirm your entitlement to enter our quarterly prize draw  
where you have the possibility to recover the cost of your purchase.  
Simply complete and return the Registration Form supplied with the  
appliance documents, using the FREEPOST envelope supplied. Or  
call the Registration Hotline on 0870 010 4305.  
We're as close to you as your telephone  
For direct access to Genuine Indesit Spare Parts and Accessories,  
call 0870 558 5850 and speak to our skilled staff who can help you to identify and purchase the item you require.  
For a Rapid Response to a problem with your appliance, call 0870 607 0805. We're open from Monday to  
Saturday (8am - 5.30pm weekdays, 9am - 5pm Saturday). We have our own department of highly trained Indesit  
service staff. For most calls, our Service Engineer can fix the problem on the first visit.  
Please have the following details to hand when you ring us:  
The nature of the problem, the Model Number and the Serial Number.  
These numbers can be found on the appliance and on the portion of the Registration Card which you retain.  
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Italy  
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