1. Introdución e información de seguridade
This image shows the Amica WA 484 072 front-load washing machine with its door open, revealing the stainless steel drum. The control panel is visible at the top.
Thank you for choosing the Amica WA 484 072 8kg Front-Load Washing Machine. This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your appliance. Please read it thoroughly before first use and keep it for future reference.
Características principais:
- Capacidade de 8 kg: Suitable for medium to large laundry loads.
- Max. 1400 RPM Spin Speed: Efficient water extraction for faster drying.
- Brushless Motor (BLDC): Energy-efficient, quiet, and durable due to reduced friction and heat generation.
- 15 Washing Programs: Versatile options for various fabric types and soil levels.
- Pantalla LED: Clear and intuitive interface for program selection and monitoring.
- Bloqueo para nenos: Evita a operación accidental por parte de nenos.
- AutoSensor Automatic Load Sensing: Optimizes water and energy consumption based on load size.
- AquaStop Safety Hose: Provides protection against water leaks.
- Automatic Unbalance System & Overflow Protection: Enhances safety and performance.
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2. Instalación e configuración
Proper installation is crucial for the safe and efficient operation of your washing machine. Please ensure all steps are followed carefully.
2.1 Desembalaxe
Remove all packaging materials, including the transport bolts located at the rear of the machine. Keep the packaging for potential future transport. Failure to remove transport bolts will cause severe vibration and damage during operation.
2.2 Posicionamento e nivelación
Place the washing machine on a firm, level floor. Adjust the leveling feet at the bottom of the machine to ensure it is perfectly stable and level. Use a spirit level to verify. An unlevel machine can cause excessive noise and vibration.
2.3 Conexión de auga
Connect the supplied water inlet hose to the cold water tap and the corresponding inlet valve on the back of the washing machine. Ensure all connections are tight to prevent leaks. The AquaStop safety hose provides additional protection.
2.4 Conexión de drenaxe
Securely place the drain hose into a standpipe or over the edge of a sink, ensuring it is properly hooked to prevent it from falling out. The drain hose should be positioned at a height between 60 cm and 100 cm from the floor.
2.5 Conexión eléctrica
Conecte o cable de alimentación a unha toma de corrente con conexión a terra. Asegúrese de que o volumetage and frequency match the specifications on the rating plate of the appliance. Do not use extension cords or adapters.
3. Instrucións de funcionamento
This section guides you through the daily use of your Amica washing machine.
3.1 Panel de control rematadoview
Un primeiro plano view of the Amica WA 484 072 washing machine's control panel, featuring a central program selector dial, an LED display showing '3:18', and various buttons for temperature, spin speed, and start/pause functions.
The control panel features a program selector dial, an LED display, and buttons for additional functions such as temperature, spin speed, and start delay. The LED display shows the remaining time and selected options.
3.2 Carga da roupa
The Amica WA 484 072 washing machine with its door closed, showing red laundry visible through the porthole. The machine appears ready for a wash cycle.
Open the washing machine door and load your sorted laundry. Do not overload the machine; ensure there is enough space for the clothes to tumble freely. Close the door firmly.
3.3 Engadir deterxente e suavizante
Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer. Add the appropriate amount of detergent to the main wash compartment and fabric softener to its designated compartment. Refer to your detergent packaging for dosage recommendations.
3.4 Selección de programas
Turn the program selector dial to choose one of the 15 available washing programs:
- Express
- Quick Wash (Kurzwäsche)
- Jeans
- Mesturar
- Synthetics (Synthetik)
- Delicates (Feinwäsche)
- Spin (Schleudern)
- Anti-Allergy (Anti-Allergie)
- La (Wolle)
- Rinse (Spülen)
- Algodón (Baumwolle)
- Eco 40-60
- Cotton Pre-wash (Baumwolle Vorwäsche)
- Coloreds (Buntwäsche)
- Drenar
The LED display will show the default settings for the selected program.
3.5 Axustar a configuración
Use the corresponding buttons to adjust temperature (cold/20/30/40/50/60/70°C) and spin speed (--/400/600/800/1000/1200/1400 RPM) if desired. You can also set a start delay (1-24 hours) for convenience.
3.6 Inicio do ciclo de lavado
Press the "Start/Pause" button to begin the selected wash program. The machine will automatically detect the load size (AutoSensor) and adjust water and energy consumption.
3.7 Función de bloqueo infantil
To prevent children from accidentally changing settings or starting the machine, activate the child lock. Refer to the control panel for the specific button combination (usually pressing and holding two buttons simultaneously for a few seconds). The child lock symbol will appear on the display. Repeat the action to deactivate.
4. Mantemento e coidados
Un mantemento regular garante a lonxevidade e o rendemento óptimo da túa lavadora.
4.1 Limpeza do dispensador de deterxente
Retire e limpe periodicamente o caixón dosificador de deterxente con auga corrente para evitar a acumulación de residuos de deterxente.
4.2 Limpeza do tambor
Run a maintenance wash cycle (e.g., a hot cotton program without laundry and with a descaling agent or washing machine cleaner) once a month to clean the drum and remove any odors or residue.
4.3 Limpeza do filtro de drenaxe
Locate the drain filter at the bottom front of the machine. Open the cover, place a shallow container underneath to catch residual water, and carefully unscrew the filter. Clean any lint or foreign objects from the filter and its housing. Reinsert and tighten the filter securely.
4.4 Limpeza do exterior
Limpe as superficies exteriores da lavadora cun pano suave eamp pano. Non use produtos de limpeza ou disolventes abrasivos.
5 Solución de problemas
Antes de contactar co servizo de atención ao cliente, consulte os seguintes problemas comúns e as súas solucións.
| Problema | Causa posible | Solución |
|---|---|---|
| A máquina non arranca | Power cord not plugged in; door not closed properly; child lock active; program not selected. | Check power connection; ensure door is latched; deactivate child lock; select a program and press Start. |
| Sen inxestión de auga | Billa de auga pechada; mangueira de entrada dobrada ou bloqueada; presión da auga demasiado baixa. | Open water tap; straighten hose; check water supply pressure. |
| A auga non drena | Manguera de drenaxe dobrada ou bloqueada; filtro de drenaxe atascado. | Straighten drain hose; clean drain filter (see Section 4.3). |
| Vibración / ruído excesivos | Transport bolts not removed; machine not level; laundry unevenly distributed. | Remove transport bolts (if not already); adjust leveling feet; redistribute laundry. |
| Código de erro na pantalla | Avaría específica. | Note the error code and consult the full user manual (if available) or contact Amica customer support. |
6. Especificacións técnicas
Detailed specifications for the Amica WA 484 072 washing machine.
| Marca | Amica |
| Número de modelo | WA 484 072 (Manufacturer Reference: 316748) |
| Capacidade | 8 quilogramos |
| Velocidade de xiro máxima | 1400 RPM |
| Número de programas | 15 |
| Clase de eficiencia enerxética | B |
| Clase de eficiencia de rotación | B |
| Clase de emisión de ruído acústico aéreo | B |
| Consumo de enerxía (por cada 100 ciclos) | 55.0 kWh |
| Weighted Water Consumption (per operating cycle) | 48 litros |
| Program Duration (full load) | 03:38 (h:min) |
| Tipo de motor | Brushless (BLDC) |
| Características de seguridade | Child Lock, Automatic Unbalance System, Overflow Protection, AquaStop Safety Hose |
| Regulación da temperatura | Cold/20/30/40/50/60/70°C |
| Spin Speed Regulation | --/400/600/800/1000/1200/1400 RPM |
7. Garantía e atención ao cliente
For warranty information, please refer to the documentation provided with your purchase or visit the official Amica website. In case of technical issues or questions not covered in this manual, please contact Amica customer support. Have your model number (WA 484 072) and serial number ready when contacting support.
