Introducció
This manual provides essential information for the safe and efficient operation of your Candy GWD 496G8-S washer-dryer. Please read these instructions carefully before using the appliance and keep them for future reference.
Informació de seguretat
Your safety and the safety of others are paramount. Always follow the safety precautions outlined in this manual to prevent personal injury or damage to the appliance.
- Assegureu-vos que l'aparell estigui ben connectat a terra.
- No permeteu que els nens juguin amb l'aparell ni el facin funcionar.
- Mantenir els materials d'embalatge fora de l'abast dels nens.
- No toqueu l'aparell amb les mans mullades.
- Desendolleu l'aparell abans de netejar-lo o fer-ne cap manteniment.
- Do not attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Contact qualified service personnel.
- Refer to the official safety document for more detailed information: Informació de seguretat (PDF).
Configuració i instal·lació
Proper installation is crucial for the performance and longevity of your washer-dryer. Follow these steps carefully.
1. Unpacking and Moving the Appliance
Before installation, remove all transport bolts and packaging materials. Keep these parts for future transport of the appliance. Once the appliance is moved, reinstall the protection parts.
Figura 1: Frontal view of the Candy GWD 496G8-S washer-dryer with the door open, ready for loading.
2. Appliance Leveling
Adjust all feet (Fig. 2-4) to ensure the appliance is perfectly level. This will reduce vibrations and noise during use. It is advisable to use a spirit level for adjustment. The floor should be as stable and flat as possible.
- Loosen the lock nut (1) using a wrench.
- Adjust the feet (2) by rotating them.
- Tighten the lock nut (1) against the housing.
Figure 2: Diagram illustrating the process of leveling the appliance. It shows the adjustable feet (2) and the lock nut (1) that needs to be loosened and tightened with a wrench.
3. Connexió de la mànega de desguàs
Connect the appliance's drain hose correctly to the drainage pipe. The hose must reach a point between 80 and 100 cm above the bottom line of the appliance. If possible, always keep the drain hose secured with the clip on the back of the appliance.
ADVERTIMENT!
- Use only the set of hoses supplied for connection.
- Never reuse old hose sets.
- Connect only to a cold water supply.
- Before connection, ensure the water is clean and clear.
Instruccions de funcionament
This section guides you through the daily operation of your Candy GWD 496G8-S washer-dryer.
1. Tauler de control acabatview
The appliance features an intuitive LED display and button controls for program selection and function activation.
Figura 3: Detallada view of the control panel, showing the program selector dial, LED display, and function buttons.
- Selector de programes: Rotate to choose from 16 available wash and dry programs.
- Pantalla LED: Mostra el temps restant, les opcions seleccionades i els codis d'error.
- Botons de funció: Activate features like delay start, steam, and spin speed adjustment.
2. Càrrega de la bugaderia
Open the door and load your laundry into the drum. Do not overload the machine. The maximum wash capacity is 9 kg, and the maximum dry capacity is 6 kg.
- Classifica la roba per tipus de teixit, color i grau de brutícia.
- Check pockets for small items.
- Tanqueu la porta fermament fins que faci clic.
3. Afegir detergent i additius
Pull out the detergent drawer located on the left side of the control panel. Add detergent to the appropriate compartments according to the manufacturer's instructions and the selected program.
4. Selecting a Program and Options
- Turn the program selector dial to choose the desired wash or wash+dry program.
- Select additional functions using the touch buttons, such as:
- Inici retardat: Postpone the start of the cycle for up to 24 hours.
- Funció de vapor: Helps to refresh clothes and reduce wrinkles.
- Velocitat de centrifugat: Adjust the spin speed up to 1400 RPM.
- The LED display will show the estimated program duration.
5. Starting and Ending a Cycle
Press the Start/Pause button to begin the selected program. The appliance will automatically proceed through the wash and/or dry cycle. Once the cycle is complete, the display will indicate "End" or similar. Open the door and remove your laundry.
Manteniment i Neteja
Un manteniment regular garanteix un rendiment òptim i allarga la vida útil del vostre electrodomèstic.
- Neteja de l'exterior: Netegeu les superfícies exteriors amb un damp tela. No utilitzeu netejadors abrasius.
- Neteja del calaix del detergent: Periodically remove and clean the detergent drawer under running water to prevent residue buildup.
- Neteja de la junta de la porta: Netegeu la junta de goma de la porta després de cada rentada per eliminar la pelussa i la humitat, evitant així el creixement de floridura.
- Neteja del filtre: Regularly check and clean the drain pump filter to ensure proper drainage. Refer to the full manual for specific instructions on accessing and cleaning the filter.
- Descalcificació: Use a suitable descaling product periodically, especially in hard water areas, following the product's instructions.
Resolució de problemes
Abans de contactar amb el servei d'atenció al client, consulteu aquesta secció per obtenir solucions a problemes comuns.
| Problema | Causa possible | Solució |
|---|---|---|
| L'aparell no s'engega | Cable d'alimentació no connectat; porta no tancada correctament; programa no seleccionat; botó Inici/Pausa no premut. | Comproveu la connexió elèctrica; assegureu-vos que la porta estigui tancada; seleccioneu un programa; premeu Inici/Pausa. |
| L'aigua no omple | Water tap closed; water inlet hose kinked; water filter blocked. | Open water tap; straighten hose; clean inlet filter. |
| L'aigua no drena | Mànega de desguàs doblegada o bloquejada; filtre de la bomba de desguàs bloquejat. | Straighten drain hose; clean drain pump filter. |
| Vibració / soroll excessius | Appliance not level; transport bolts not removed; small load. | Level the appliance; ensure all transport bolts are removed; add more laundry for balance. |
| La roba no s'asseca correctament | Overloaded; wrong drying program selected; lint filter blocked. | Reduïu la mida de la càrrega; seleccioneu el programa d'assecat adequat; netegeu el filtre de pelussa. |
Si el problema persisteix després d'intentar aquestes solucions, poseu-vos en contacte amb l'atenció al client.
Especificacions tècniques
| Característica | Especificació |
|---|---|
| Model | GWD 496G8-S |
| Tipus de càrrega | Càrrega frontal |
| Tipus d'instal·lació | Autònom |
| Capacitat de rentat | 9 kg |
| Capacitat en sec | 6 kg |
| Velocitat màxima de gir | 1400 RPM |
| Classe d'eficiència de gir | B |
| Energy Class (Washing) | A |
| Energy Class (Wash & Dry) | D |
| Tipus de motor | Inversor BPM |
| Nombre de programes | 16 |
| Característiques especials | Steam Function, Delay Start (up to 24 hours) |
| Material del tambor | Acer inoxidable |
| Dimensions (A x A x P) | 850 mm x 595 mm x 601 mm |
| Pes net | 66 kg |
| Voltage | 220-240 V |
Garantia i Suport
Informació de la garantia
The product data provided does not include specific warranty details. Please refer to your purchase documentation, sales receipt, or contact your retailer for information regarding the warranty period and terms for your Candy GWD 496G8-S washer-dryer.
Atenció al client
For technical assistance, spare parts, or service requests, please contact Candy customer service. You can usually find contact information on the official Candy weblloc web o a l'embalatge del producte.
When contacting support, please have your appliance's model number (GWD 496G8-S) and serial number ready.