We hope that this product will give you many years of pleasure. To ensure that you get the most out of your new machine, we recommend that you read the operating instructions before using the machine. The operating instructions also contain information on how to avoid damaging the environment. Operating Instructions Washing Machine Save these instructions for future reference Asko W6903 4 Before using your machine for the first time Transport protection 4 Packing material 4 Washer door 4 Checking water hardness 4 Important safety instructions 5 Grounding instructions 5 Installation 6 Overflow guard function 6 Transport/Winter storage 6 Disposal 6 Child safety 7 Keep an eye on children! 7 Child-safe Start 7 Parts of the washing machine 8 Detergent compartment 9 Front panel 10 Advice and tips before washing 11 Sorting your laundry 11 Clothing 11 Laundry labels 11 Laundry label symbols 11 Colored cotton 13 Delicates 13 Wool and silk 13 Artificial fibers and synthetic fibers 13 Reducing allergic reactions 13 Save time and energy 13 High Water Level 13 Economy and efficiency 13 Detergents 13 Dyeing fabrics 14 Detergents 14 Liquid detergents 14 15 Recommended powder detergents Amount of detergent to use 15 15 Detergent Amounts Based on Water Hardness 16 Recommended detergent amounts based on water hardness Operating instructions 17 Sort your laundry. 17 Turn on the main power switch. 17 17 Open the washer door and load the laundry 17 Add detergent and fabric softener, as required Select the program 19 Close the door and press the 22 Once the program has finished 22 2 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 Contents Selecting Options 23 Temperature 23 Spin 23 Rinse 23 High Water Level 24 Delayed Start 24 Settings 25 25 You can change the following settings: How to choose the settings: 25 Pre-soak 25 Anti Wrinkle function 25 Clock 26 Buzzer Volume 26 Child-safe Start 26 Automatic Door Opening 27 Language 27 Temperature 27 Back 27 28 Care and maintenance instructions Checking the filter and drain pump 28 28 Cleaning the detergent compartment 28 Cleaning the outside of the machine 28 Cleaning the inside of the machine to avoid unpleasant smells Rinse holes under the paddle 29 If you have hard water 29 Troubleshooting 30 The washer door will not open 30 The machine will not start 30 Error messages 31 Technical information 32 Technical data 32 Transport protection 33 Installation instructions 34 Leveling the machine 34 Water supply connection 34 Drain outlet connection 35 Electrical Connections 35 Grounding instructions 35 Freestanding installation 35 Stacked installation 35 Built-in installation 36 Reversing the door 37 Follow these instructions: 38 39 Built-in machine with cover door fitted Fitting the wooden door 40 Service and guarantee 41 Warranty 42 42 How to contact the AM Appliance Group Quick guide 44 Washing 44 Load the laundry 44 Detergent compartment 44 Select the program 44 Program finished 44 Customer Care Center 3 1-800-898-1879 Contents Transport protection Has the transport protection been removed? If not, see the "Transport protection" chapter. Packing material Please sort waste materials in accordance with local guidelines. Washer door • The washer door cannot be opened until the machine is connected to the electricity supply. • To open the door manually, see the "The door will not open" section in the "Troubleshooting" chapter. • It is not possible to start the machine with the door open. • To open the washer door while a program is running, see the "Close the door and press the Start/Stop button" section. Checking water hardness The quantity of detergent needed depends, among other things, on water hardness. Phone your local water company to check the water hardness in your area. Note! Each machine is tested before leaving the factory. A small amount of water may remain in the drain pump, though this does not affect quality or damage the machine. See the Quick guide on the last page. 4 Customer Care Center 1-800-898-1879 Before using your machine for the first time To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the appliance. • Do not run appliance while you are out of the home. • Do not wash or dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, cooking oils, or other flammable or explosive substances because they give off vapors that could ignite or explode. • Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children. • Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the washing compartment. • Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving. • Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather. • Do not tamper wi...