1. «MAINS ON» indicator light
This comes on when the ON/OFF button (2) is de-
pressed, indicating that the appliance is switched on.
2. On/Off button
On
When this button is depressed, the machine starts
operating and, at the same time, the «MAINS ON» in-
dicator light (1) comes on.
Off
When the washing programme has finished, the ma-
chine stops automatically and the «MAINS ON» indi-
cator light (1) remains on. To switch the indicator light
off or to stop the machine at any time, press the same
button again.
Before selecting a washing programme or changing
an operating programme, switch off the machine
pressing the On/Off button .
3. Washing temperature selection buttons
These buttons allow you to select the temperature of
the washing water.
Depress the button corresponding to the desired
washing temperature (see «Washing programmes »
chart).
55°: When depressed the water will heat up to 55°C
(indicated for «Economy» and «Quick» programmes).
65°: When depressed the water will heat up to 65°C
(indicated for «Normal» programmes).
4. Door handle
To open the door, press the catch in the top of the re-
cess and pull the door towards you at the same time.
To close the door, simply push it.
5. Programme marker
6. Programme selector dial
To select a programme turn the programme selector
dial clockwise, making sure that the programme letter
you wish to select corresponds with the programme
marker (5) on the control panel.
7. Programme sequence indicator
This continuously indicates what phase in the wash-
ing programme the appliance has reached. Each
phase is represented by a symbol:
Prewash/Rinse and Hold
Wash
Cold rinse
Hot rinse
Hot air drying
8. Programme guide
This is a summary of the «Washing programmes» chart
which will help you to select the correct programme.
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