Indesit Iwc 6105 B Instructions For Use

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Contents
Installation, 2-3-4-5
Unpacking and levelling
Connecting the electricity and water supplies
The first wash cycle
Technical data
Description of the washing machine 
and starting a wash cycle, 6-7
Control panel
Indicator lights
Starting a wash cycle
Wash cycles, 8
Table of wash cycles
Personalisation, 9
Setting the temperature
Setting the spin speed
Functions
Detergents and laundry, 10
Detergent dispenser drawer
Preparing the laundry
Garments requiring special care
Load balancing system
Precautions and tips, 11
General safety
Disposal
Care and maintenance, 12
Cutting off the water or electricity supply
Cleaning the washing machine
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Caring for the door and drum of your appliance
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose
Troubleshooting, 13-14
Assistance, 15-16
IWC 6105
Instructions for use
WASHING MACHINE
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Installation
! 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 familiari -
se himself/herself with its operation and features.
! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital infor -
mation relating to the safe installation and operation of the 
appliance.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Remove the washing machine from its packaging.
2. Make sure that the washing machine has not been 
damaged during the transportation process. If it has been 
damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any 
further with the installation process.
3. Remove the 3 protective 
screws (used during tran-
sportation) and the rubber 
washer with the correspon-
ding spacer, located on the 
rear part of the appliance 
(see figure).
4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs provided.
5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need them 
again if the washing machine needs to be moved to ano -
ther location.
! Packaging materials should not be used as toys for 
children.
Levelling
1. Install the washing ma-
chine on a flat sturdy floor, 
without resting it up against 
walls, furniture cabinets or 
anything else.
2. If the floor is not perfectly 
level, compensate for any 
unevenness by tightening 
or loosening the adjustable 
front feet (see figure); the 
angle of inclination, measured in relation to the worktop, 
must not exceed 2°. Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with stability, 
help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise and prevent it 
from shifting while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or 
a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow a sufficient 
ventilation space underneath the washing machine.
Connecting the electricity and water 
supplies
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Connect the supply pipe 
by screwing it to a cold 
water tab using a ¾ gas 
threaded connection (see 
figure). 
Before performing the con-
nection, allow the water to 
run freely until it is perfectly 
clear.
2. Connect the inlet hose 
to the washing machine by 
screwing it onto the corre-
sponding water inlet of the 
appliance, which is situa -
ted on the top right-hand 
side of the rear part of the 
appliance (see figure) .
3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.
! The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values 
indicated in the Technical details table (see next page).
! If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialised 
shop or an authorised technician.
! Never use second-hand hoses.
! Use the ones supplied with the machine.
    
						

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Where it connects to  
the waste water pipe  
cut end off spigot or  
remove the blanking cap
Connecting the drain hose
 
Connect the drain hose, 
without bending it, to a 
draining duct or a wall 
drain situated between 
65 and 100 cm from the 
floor;
The drain hose may be 
connected to an under-
sink trap. Before connec-
ting the drain hose from 
the machine ensure that 
any blanks or removable 
ends have been taken off 
the spigot.  If it is place over the edge 
of a basin or sink be sure 
the free end of the hose 
should not be underwa -
ter.
 
! We advise against the use of hose extensions ; in case 
of absolute need, the extension must have the same 
diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150 
cm in length.
Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a standpipe, 
that the end does not go down more than 15cms (6 in-
ches). If the hose is pushed down too far, this may cause 
the machine to self -syphon ie. continuously empty as it 
is filling.
Electric connection
Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket, 
make sure that:
 
•   the socket is earthed and in compliance with the ap -
plicable law;
•  the socket is able to sustain the appliance’s maximum 
power load indicated in the Technical details table  (see 
page 5); •  
the supply voltage is included within the values indica 
  ted on the Technical details table (see page 5) ;
•   the socket is compatible with the washing machine’s  
  plug. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the  
  plug.
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.
WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD  BE CARRIED 
OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
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.
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.
Removing the plug:
If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and 
you should wish to re-route the mains cable through parti-
tions, 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:
the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable out -
let, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with BS 5733) 
which is accessible without moving the appliance.
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    Neutral
Brown    Live
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GREEN &
YELLOWBROWN BLUE
13 ampere fuse
CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP
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.
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 adaptor or at the distri -
bution board.
If you are in any doubt the electrical supply to your machi -
ne, consult a qualified electrician before use.
How to connect an alternative plug:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance 
with the following code:
BLUE      NEUTRAL (N)
BROWN    LIVE (L)
GREEN & YELLOW  EARTH (E)
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.
 
! The washing machine should not be installed in an 
outdoor environment, not even when the area is sheltered, 
because it may be very dangerous to leave it exposed to 
rain and thunderstorms.
! When the washing machine is installed, the mains socket 
must be within easy reach. 
! Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.
! The  power supply cable must never be bent or dange -
rously compressed.
! The power supply cable must only be replaced by an 
authorised serviceman.
Warning! The company denies all liability if and when these 
norms are not respected.
The first wash cycle
Once the appliance has been installed, and before you use 
it for the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no 
laundry, setting the 90°C programme without a pre-wash 
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Technical data
ModelIWC 6105
Dimensions width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 52,5 cm
Capacity from 1 to 6 kg 
Electrical 
connections please refer to the technical data plate 
fixed to the machine
Water connection maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 46 litres
Spin speed up to 1000 rotations per minute
Energy rated pro-
grammes accor-
ding to regulation 
EN 60456 programme 1; temperature 60°C;
using a load of 6 kg.
This appliance conforms to the following 
EC Directives:
- 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic 
  Compatibility) 
- 2002/96/EC
- 2006/95/EC Low Voltage)
    
						

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Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense 
detergents and washing additives ( see “Detergents and 
laundry”).
ON/OFF  button: switches the washing machine on and off.
WASH CYCLE  knob: programmes the wash cycles. Du -
ring the wash cycle, the knob does not move. 
FUNCTION  buttons with indicator light : used to select the 
available functions. The indicator light corresponding to the 
selected function will remain lit.
TEMPERATURE  knob: sets the temperature or the cold 
wash cycle (see “Personalisation” ).
SPIN SPEED knob: sets the spin speed or exclude the 
spin cycle completely (see “Personalisation”).
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/DELAY TIMER 
indicator 
light
s: used to monitor the progress of the wash cycle.
The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is in 
progress.
If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time remai-
ning until the wash cycle starts will be indicated   (see next 
page). DOOR LOCKED 
indicator light: indicates whether the 
door may be opened or not  (see next page).
START/PAUSE button with indicator light: starts or tem -
porarily interrupts the wash cycles.
N.B. To pause the wash cycle in progress, press this 
button; the corresponding indicator light will flash orange, 
while the indicator light for the current wash cycle phase 
will remain lit in a fixed manner. If the DOOR LOCKED 
 
indicator light is switched off, the door may be opened.
To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was inter -
rupted, press this button again.
Standby mode
This washing machine, in compliance with new energy sa-
ving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system 
which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is 
detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and wait for the 
machine to start up again.
Description of the washing 
machine and starting a wash cycle
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/
DELAY TIMER indicator lights
DOOR LOCKED 
indicator light
START/PAUSE 
button with 
indicator light
Control panel
Detergent dispenser drawer
ON/OFF  button
WASH CYCLE  knob
TEMPERATURE 
knob
FUNCTION buttons with 
indicator lights
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Indicator lights
The indicator lights provide important information.
This is what they can tell you:
Delayed start
If the DELAY TIMER function has been activated (see “Per-
sonalisation” ), after the wash cycle has been started the 
indicator light corresponding to the selected delay period 
will begin to flash:
As time passes, the remaining delay will be displayed and 
the corresponding indicator light will flash:
The set programme will start once the selected time delay 
has expired. Wash cycle phase indicator lights
Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and has be
-
gun, the indicator lights switch on one by one to indicate which 
phase of the cycle is currently in progress.
Function buttons and corresponding indicator lights
When a function is selected, the corresponding indicator 
light will illuminate. 
If the selected function is not compatible with the program-
med wash cycle, the corresponding indicator light will flash 
and the function will not be activated.
If the selected  function is not compatible with another 
function which has been selected previously, the indicator 
light corresponding to the first  function selected will 
flash and only the second  function will be activated; the 
indicator light corresponding to the enabled option will 
remain lit.
 Door locked indicator light
When the indicator light is on, the porthole door is locked 
to prevent it from being opened; make sure the indicator 
light is off before opening the door (wait approximately 3 
minutes). To open the door during a running wash cycle, 
press the START/PAUSE button; the door may be opened 
once the DOOR LOCKED indicator light turns off.
Starting a wash cycle
1. Switch the washing machine on by pressing the ON/OFF button. All indicator lights will switch on for a few \
seconds, then 
they will switch off and the START/PAUSE indicator light will pulse.
2. Load the laundry and close the door.
3. Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme.
4. Set the washing temperature (see “Personalisation”).
5. Set the spin speed  (see “Personalisation”).
6. Measure out the detergent and washing additives ( see “Detergents and laundry”).
7. Select the desired functions.
8.  Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit in a fixed man -
ner, in green. To cancel the set wash cycle, pause the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button and select a new cycle.
9. At the end of the wash cycle the  
 indicator light will switch on. The door can be opened once the DOOR LOC\
K  indi-
cator light turns off. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make sure the drum dries completely. Switch 
the washing machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button. W
ash
Rinse
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Drain
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Specials wash cycles
Express 15’ (wash cycle 9) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly:\
 it lasts just 15 minutes and 
therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (9 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together 
(except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1.5 kg.
Sport Intensive  (wash cycle 11) is for washing heavily soiled sports clothing fabrics (tracksuits, s\
horts, etc.); for best results, 
we recommend not exceeding the maximum load indicated in the 
“Table of wash cycles”.
Sport Light  (wash cycle 12) is for washing lightly soiled sports clothing fabrics (tracksuits, s\
horts, etc.); for best results, we 
recommend not exceeding the maximum load indicated in the 
“Table of wash cycles”. We recommend using a liquid deter -
gent and dosage suitable for a half-load.
Special Shoes (wash cycle 13) is for washing sports shoes; for best results, do not wash more than 2 pairs simultaneously.
Wash cycles
The information contained in the table is intended as a guide only.For all Test Institutes:
1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 60°C.
2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 40°C.
3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 3 with a temperature of 40°C.
Table of wash cycles
Wash cycles
Description of the wash cycle Max. 
temp.  (°C) Max. 
speed  (rpm) Detergents
Max. load (kg) Cycle 
duration
Wash Fabric 
softener NormalEco 
Time Normal Eco 
Time
Daily
1 White Cotton:  extremely soiled whites.  90°1000 

6-145 -
1 White Cotton (1):  heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60°1000 

6-137 -
1 White Cotton (2):  heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. 40°1000 

6-123 -
2 Cotton:  heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60°1000 

63,25 119 104
3 Coloured  Cottons (3): lightly soiled whites and delicate colours. 40°1000 

63,25 8971
4 Cotton:  heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 30°1000 

63,25 8858
5 Synthetics:  heavily soiled resistant colours. 50°800 

2,5282 65
Special
6 Wool:  for wool, cashmere, etc. 40° 600 

1,5 -55 -
7 Silk/Curtains:  for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie. 30° 0

1-55 -
8 Jeans
40°800 

3-70 -
9 Express 15': 
to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool, 
silk and clothes which require washing by hand). 30° 
800 

1,5 -15 -
10 Flash Cotton
60°1000 

3,5 -60 -
Sport
11 Sport Intensive
30°600 

3-78 -
12 Sport Light
30°600 

3-68 -
13 Special Shoes
30°600 
Max. 2 
pairs -
50 -
Partial wash cycles
Rinse -1000 -
6-36 -
Spin -1000 -- 6-16 -
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Setting the temperature
Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles).
The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash 
.
The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the maximum value 
set for each wash cycle.
Setting the spin speed
Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle.\
 
The maximum spin speeds available for each wash cycle are as follows:
Wash cycles  Maximum spin speed
Cottons    1000 rpm
Synthetics  800 rpm
Wool    600 rpm
Silk    drain only
The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol\
 
.
The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed which is higher than the maximum speed 
set for each wash cycle.
Functions
The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help\
 to achieve the desired results, every time.
To activate the functions:
1. Press the button corresponding to the desired function;
2. the function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated.
Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in conj\
unction with the 
selected wash cycle.
Selecting this option enables you to suitably adjust drum rotation, temperature and water to a reduced load of lightly soiled 
cotton and synthetic fabrics (refer to the  “
“Table of wash cycles”). “” enables you to wash in less time thereby saving 
water and electricity. We suggest using a liquid detergent suitably measured out to the load quantity. 
! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles  1, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, , , .
 Intensive Wash
Because a greater quantity of water is used in the initial phase of the cycle, and b\
ecause of the increased cycle duration, this 
function offers a high-performance wash.
! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles  6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, , , . 
 Extra Rinse
By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly 
useful for sensitive skin.
! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 9, , .
 Delay Timer
This timer delays the start time of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.
Press the button repeatedly until the indicator light corresponding to the desired delay time switches on. The fifth time the button 
is pressed, the function will be disabled.
N.B. Once the START/PAUSE button has been pressed, the delay time can only be modified by decreasing it until launching 
the set programme.
!  This option is enabled with all programmes.
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Detergents and laundry
Detergent dispenser drawer
Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of 
detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessa-
rily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause 
build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to 
environmental pollution.
! Do not use hand washing detergents because these 
create too much foam. Open the detergent di-
spenser drawer and pour 
in the detergent or washing 
additive, as follows.
! Do not pour detergent into the compartment  1. 
Detergent should only be poured into the compartment  2.
compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle 
(powder or liquid)
Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately 
prior to the start of the wash cycle.
compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)
The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.
Preparing the laundry
• Divide the laundry according to:
  - the type of fabric/the symbol on the label
  - the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.
• Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.
• Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the weight  of the laundry when dry:
  Durable fabrics: max. 6 kg
  Synthetic fabrics: max. 2,5 kg
  Delicate fabrics: max. 2 kg
  Wool: max. 1,5 kg 
Silk: max. 1 kg
How much does your laundry weigh?
  1 sheet 400-500 g
  1 pillow case 150-200 g
  1 tablecloth 400-500 g
  1 bathrobe 900-1200 g
  1 towel 150-250 g
Garments requiring special care
Wool:  all wool garments can be washed using programme  6, 
even those carrying the “hand-wash only” 
 label. 
For best results, use special detergents and do not exceed 
1,5 kg of laundry.
1 2
3
Silk:
 use special wash cycle  7 to wash all silk garments. 
We recommend the use of special detergent which has 
been designed to wash delicate clothes.
Curtains:  fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or 
mesh bag. Use wash cycle  7.
Jeans:  Turn garments inside-out before washing and use 
a liquid detergent. Use programme 8.
Load balancing system
Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations  and 
to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates 
continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the 
washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load 
is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced 
spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the 
washing machine performs the distribution process instead 
of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and 
balance, we recommend small and large garments are 
mixed in the load.