Introduction
Welcome to the ASKO family! This user manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your new ASKO washing machine. ASKO products are renowned for their Scandinavian design, combining clean aesthetics with everyday functionality and high quality.
We recommend reading this manual thoroughly before first use to ensure you get the most out of your appliance and to help protect the environment.
For detailed information on energy efficiency and product performance, you can access the EU EPREL database via the QR code on your energy label or by visiting https://eprel.ec.europa.eu. Further details on energy labels can be found at www.theenergylabel.eu.
This manual uses specific symbols to convey important information:
- INFORMATION!: Provides advice, tips, or recommendations.
- WARNING!: Indicates general danger.
- ELECTRIC SHOCK!: Alerts to the risk of electric shock.
- HOT SURFACE!: Warns of hot surfaces.
- DANGER OF FIRE!: Indicates a risk of fire.
Key Features and Operation
This manual covers all aspects of your ASKO washing machine, including:
- Safety Precautions: Important guidelines to ensure safe usage.
- Washing Machine Description: An overview of the appliance's components.
- Detergent Compartment: How to correctly use the detergent drawer.
- Before First Use: Steps for initial setup, including removing transport protection and cleaning.
- Installation and Connection: Guidance on proper placement and hook-up to water and power supplies.
- Tips Before Washing: Advice on laundry sorting, detergent use, and stain removal.
- Washing Process Step-by-Step: A clear guide to operating the machine.
- Settings: Information on customizing wash cycles.
- Cleaning and Maintenance: Instructions for keeping your machine in optimal condition.
- Errors - What to do?: Troubleshooting common issues.
- Service and Technical Information: Details for service and technical specifications.
Important Safety Information
ASKO prioritizes your safety. Please adhere to all safety instructions provided in this manual. Key points include:
- Ensure the appliance is used only after reading and understanding the instructions.
- This appliance is not intended for use by individuals with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or those lacking experience, unless supervised.
- Keep children away from the appliance and ensure they do not play with it.
- Only use detergents and cleaning agents specifically designed for washing machines.
- Never attempt to repair the appliance yourself; always contact authorized service personnel.
- Ensure proper connection to water and power supplies by a qualified technician.
For your convenience, instructions for use are also available on the ASKO website at www.asko.com.