Whirlpool AWOE 8548 User Manual

GB 1
DEFINITION OF USE
This washing machine is exclusively destined to 
wash and spin machine washable laundry in 
quantities which are usual for private households.
•Observe the instructions given in these Instructions 
for Use, the Installation Guide and the Programme 
Chart when using the washing machine.Keep these Instructions for Use, the Programme 
Chart and the Installation Guide; if you pass on the 
washing machine to another person, also give him/
her Instructions for Use, Programme Chart and...

GB 2
PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 
RECOMMENDATIONS
1.Safety instructionsThe washing machine is appropriate for indoor 
use only.
Do not store flammable fluids near the appliance.
Children must be supervised to ensure that they 
do not play with the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons 
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory 
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and 
knowledge, unless they have been given 
supervision or instruction concerning use of the...

GB 3
DESCRIPTION OF THE WASHING MACHINE
DOOR
BEFORE THE FIRST WASH CYCLE
1.Worktop
2.Control panel
3.Detergent dispenser
4.Service plate (inside the door)
5.Door
6.Pump access / filter behind plinth (and emergency hose, depending on the model)
7.Adjustable feet
To open the door, hold the door handle 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 recommend that you carry out a 
short wash...

GB 4
PREPARATION OF THE WASHING
1.Sort the laundry 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 articles separately.
Size
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 cloth bag or 
pillow case with zip....

GB 5
Where to put detergent 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 chlorine bleach
Wash your laundry in the desired programme (Cotton, Synthetics), 
adding an appropriate amount of chlorine bleach to the SOFTENER 
chamber (close the detergent dispenser...

GB 6
DRAINING RESIDUAL WATER/
CLEANING THE FILTER
We recommend that you check and clean the filter 
regularly, at least two or three times a year, 
especially:
If the “Clean pump” indication   lights up.
If the appliance is not draining properly or if it fails to 
perform spin cycles.
If the washing machine stands in a room prone to frost, you 
have to drain residual water after each wash to avoid damages.
IMPORTANT: make sure the water has cooled 
before draining the appliance. 
If your washing...

GB 7
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 interior
After each washing, 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 
95°C, we recommend to occasionally run a 95°C 
programme without laundry, adding a small 
amount of detergent, to keep the interior of the 
appliance...

GB 8
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
Your washing machine is equipped with various automatic safety functions. These enable faults to be 
detected in good time and the safety system can react appropriately. These faults are frequently so minor 
that they can be removed within a few minutes.
ProblemCauses, Solutions, Tips
Appliance does not start, no 
indicator lamps are onPlug is not properly inserted in socket.
Socket or fuse does not function correctly (use a table lamp or similar appliance to test it).
the...

GB 9
Description of red indications
Red indication
lights upDescription
Causes
Solutions
“Water tap closed”Appliance has no or insufficient water supply. The 
“Start (Pause)” light blinks.
Check whether:
Water tap is fully open and water supply pressure is sufficient.
Kinks are present in the water inlet hose.
Mesh filter of water supply hose is blocked (see “Care And Maintenance”.
The water hose is frozen up.
The safety valve inspection window of your water supply hose is red (provided 
your...

GB 10
Red 
indication
lights upIndication 
on displayDescription
Causes
Solutions
“Service”from “F03” to “F35”
(except “F18” and 
“F24”)“Electrical module fault”
Push the “Reset” button for at least 3 seconds.
from “F40” to “F43” “Electrical module fault”
Make sure that the water tap is open. If yes:
Switch the washing machine off by turning the programme 
selector to the “Off/O” position; then turn the programme 
selector to a wash programme again. If there is still a failure:
Push the “Reset” button...