Whirlpool AWG 310 D User Manual

CONTENTS
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
INSTALLATION
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
DOOR
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
DETERGENTS AND ADDITIVES
REMOVING THE FILTER/DRAINING 
RESIDUAL WATER
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
AFTER-SALES SERVICE
ACCESSORIES
BUILT-IN MODELS
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GB 2
BEFORE USING THE WASHING MACHINE
1.Removing the packaging and inspection
•After unpacking, make sure that the washing 
machine is undamaged. If in doubt, do not use the 
washing machine. Contact After-Sales Service or 
your local retailer.
Check that the accessories and supplied parts are 
all present.
Keep the packaging materials (plastic bags, 
polystyrene parts, etc.) out of reach of children, 
as they are potentially dangerous.
If the appliance was exposed to the cold before 
delivery, keep...

GB 3
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
1.PackingThe packaging material is entirely recyclable, and 
marked with the recycling symbol  . Adhere 
to local regulations when disposing of packaging 
material.
2.Disposing of packaging and scrapping 
old washing machines
The appliance is built from reusable materials. It 
must be disposed of in compliance with current 
local waste disposal regulations.
Before scrapping, remove all detergent residues 
and cut off the power cable so that the washing...

GB 4
INSTALLATION
TRANSPORT/HANDLING
Remove the transport bolts
1.
Loosen the three or four bolts (A
).
2.
Unscrew the bolts by hand.
3.
Take hold of the bolts and plastic spacers and 
remove them. Keep the transport safety bolts for 
possible future use.
4.
Close the holes with the plastic covers (supplied 
with the documents).
Never lift the appliance by the worktop when transporting.
1.Unplug the appliance.
2.Shut off the water tap.
3.Check that the door and detergent dispenser are properly closed....

GB 5
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
DOOR
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
1.Worktop
2.Control panel
3.Detergent drawer
4.After-Sales Service sticker (inside door)
5.Door
6.Pump access behind plinth or cover (depending on the model)
7.Adjustable feet
To open the door, hold the door handle, press the inside handle (if available on your model) and pull the 
door. Close the door by pressing it without excessive force until it clicks shut.
To remove any residual water used in testing by the manufacturer, we...

GB 6
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
1.Sort the load according to... Type of fabric / care label symbol
Cottons, mixed fibres, easy care/synthetics, 
wool, handwash items.
Colour
Separate coloured and white items. Wash new 
coloured items separately.
Loading
Wash items of different sizes in the same load to 
improve washing efficiency and distribution in the 
drum.
 Delicates
Wash small items (e.g. nylon stockings, belts etc.) 
and items with hooks (e.g. bras) in a washbag or 
pillow case with a zip...

GB 7
Pouring in the detergents and additives
The detergent drawer has three chambers (fig. “
A”).
Prewash Chamber
Detergent for the prewash
Main Wash Chamber
Detergent for the main wash
Stain remover
Water softener
Softener Chamber
Fabric Softener
Liquid starch
Pour additives only up to the “MAX” mark”.
Using bleach
Wash your laundry with the desired programme (Cotton, 
Synthetics), adding an appropriate amount of bleach to the 
SOFTENER chamber (close the detergent dispenser carefully)...

GB 8
REMOVING THE FILTER/DRAINING 
RESIDUAL WATER
We recommend that you check and clean the filter 
regularly, at least two or three times a year.
Especially:
If the appliance does not drain correctly or if single spin 
cycles do not take place.
If the “Clean filter” indication lights up:
IMPORTANT: make sure the water has cooled 
before draining the appliance.
1.Switch off the appliance and unplug it.
2.Remove the plinth or open the cover (depending on 
the model) by using the separator of the...

GB 9
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Appliance exterior and control panel
Can be washed down with a soft, damp cloth.
A little neutral detergent (non abrasive) can also 
be used
Dry with a soft cloth.
Appliance internal parts
After each wash, leave the door open for some 
time to allow the inside of the appliance to dry.
If you never or seldom wash your laundry at 
90°C, we recommend to occasionally run a 90°C 
programme without laundry, adding a small 
amount of detergent, to keep the interior of the...

GB 10
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The appliance is fitted with automatic safety functions that detect faults at an early stage and allow the safety 
system to react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor that they can be dealt with a few minutes.
ProblemCauses, Solutions, Suggestions
The machine will not 
turn on and no lamps 
are litThe plug has not been properly inserted in the socket.
The socket or fuse is faulty (use another lamp or electrical device to test the 
socket).
The “On/Off”...