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Programmable functions
Gentle action
Activating gentle action reduces the drum action and is suitable for washing slightly soiled items more gently. It should be activated for garments with a single bar under the care label and for articles which feel too hard after they have been dried.
Gentle action can be used with the Cottons, Quick wash, Starch and Auto- matic programmes.
If "Gentle action" is programmed into the machine, every wash cycle in these programmes will be carried out with gentle action rhythm.
The washing machine is delivered with "Gentle action"
Follow steps A to G to programme and store in memory.
Before you begin, first ensure that:
–The washing machine is switched off.
–The machine is properly closed.
–The programme selector is at Finish.
APress the Start button and keep it pressed in whilst carrying out steps B to C.
BSwitch the machine on with the
CWait until the Start indicator light comes on . . .
D. . . and then release the Start button.
ETurn the programme selector to the Cottons 60°C position:
A P will flash in the display alternating with the number 0 or 1.
0= Gentle action is deactivated.
1= Gentle action is activated
FPress the Start button to change from
one to the other. The display will change accordingly from 0 to 1 or from 1 to 0.
GSwitch the washing machine off with the
The setting you have selected is now stored in memory and will remain so until you alter it.
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