Indesit W 143 Washing machine does not drain or spin, Excessive vibration during the spin cycle

Is the drain hose kinked? The tract of the drain hose must be as straight as possible. Make sure the drain hose is not squashed or kinked.

Is the washing machine’s drain duct clogged? Is there an extension of the drain hose? If so, is it positioned

Is there space between the machine and adjacent units? If it is not a built-in model, the washing machine will oscillate a bit during the spin cycle. A few cm of space should therefore be left around it.

The washing machine does not drain or spin.

Does the selected programme incorporates water draining? Some programmes stop at the end of the wash cycles and draining will have to be selected manually.

Is the “Anti-crease" function -where provided - enabled? This function requires manual selection for draining.

Is the drain pump clogged? To check it, turn off the water supply, unplug the washing machine and follow the instructions on page 12, or call for technical assistance.

Always get

assistance from

authorised

technicians and always insist on original spare parts.

incorrectly, blocking the water flow?

Excessive vibration during the spin cycle.

Have all transit screws been removed durind instal- lation? See the following page on installation procedures.

Has the washing machine been levelled correctly? The levelling of the appliance

should be checked periodically. Adjust the feet and check them with a level.

The washing machine leaks.

Is the metal ring of the inlet hose properly attached? Turn off the water supply, unplug the appliance and try tightening its attachment without forcing it.

Is the detergent dispenser obstructed? Remove and wash it under tap water.

Is the drain hose well attached? Turn off the water supply, unplug the appliance and try tightening its attachment.

Too much foam.

Is the detergent appropriate for machine washing? Check whether the definition on its label reads “for machine wash” or “hand and machine wash”, or any other similar wording.

Is the correct amount being used? An excessive amount of detergent, besides producing too much foam, does not guarantee a more effective wash, and causes scaling in the internal parts of the appliance.

If, despite all checks, the washing machine fails to function and the problem persists, call your nearest authorised Customer Service Centre, providing the following information:

-the nature of malfunction

-the model type no. (Mod. ....)

-the serial number (S/N ....) This information can be found on the data plate situated at the back of the washing machine.

Technical characteristics

Model	W 143
Dimensions	width 59,5 cm
	height 85 cm
	depth 53,5 cm
Capacity	from 1 to 5 kg
Electrical	voltage 230/240 Volt 50 Hz
connections	maximum absorbed power 2050 W
Water connections maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
	minimum pressure 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar)
	drum capacity 46 litre
Spinning speed	up to 1400 rpm

Control programs in programme 3; temperature 60°C; press extra economy button; carried out with 5 kg load. compliance with

IEC regulation 456

This appliance conforms with the following E.E.C. directives:

- 73/23/EEC of 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications

- 89/336/EEC of 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent modifications

9Instructions for installation and use