Whirlpool FWF71052W GCC User Manual

1 “ON/OFF” button
2 Programme selector
3 “Start/Pause” button
4 “Spin” button
5 “Start delay” button
6 “FreshCare+” /
“Key lock“button
7 “Temperature” button
60°
40°
DISPLAY INDICATORS
Door locked
FreshCare+ activated
Start delay activated
Key lock activated
Washing phase
Indicates washing phase of the cycle
Failure: Call Service
Refer to Troubleshooting section
Failure: Water lter clogged
Water cannot be drained; water lter
might be blocked
Failure: No water
No or not sucient inlet water.
In the event of any failure, refer to the
“TROUBLESHOOTING” section
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CONTROL PANEL
PROGRAMME CHART
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1. Worktop
2. Detergent dispenser
3. Control panel
4. Door handle
5. Door
6. Water lter - behind plinth
7. Plinth (removable)
8. Adjustable feet (4)
1.
2.
7.
3.
4.
5.
6.
8.
DETERGENT DISPENSER
Main wash compartment
Detergent for the main wash, stain remover
or water softener. For a liquid detergent it
is recommended to use removable plastic
partition A (supplied) for a proper dosage.
If powder detergent is used, place the
partition into slot B.
Prewash compartment
Detergent for the prewash.
Softener compartment
Fabric softener. Liquid starch.
Pour in softener or starch solution only up to the “max” mark.
Release button 
Press to remove tray for cleaning.
A
B

Max load 7 Kg
Power consumption in o-mode 0.5 W / in left-on mode 8.0 W
Detergents and additives
Recommended
detergent
Residual
dampness % *
Energy
consumption
kWh
Total water lt
Programme
Temperatures
Max. spin
speed
(rpm)
Max
load
(kg)
Duration
(Minutes)
Prewash
Main
wash
Softener
Powder Liquid
Default Range
Mixed 40°C - 40°C 1000 3.5 ** —
 
—

— — —
White 60°C - 90°C 1000 7.0 **
 (90°)    
— — —
Cotton 40°C - 60°C 1000 7.0 220 —
   
62 0.98 75
Cotton
60°C - 60°C 1000 7.0 275 —
   
62 0.89 49
Sport 40°C - 40°C 600 3.5 ** —
 
—

— — —
Duvet 30°C - 30°C 1000 2.0 ** —
 
—

— — —
Jeans 40°C - 40°C 800 3.5 ** —
 
—

— — —
Spin & Drain — — 1000 7.0 ** — — — — — — — —
Rinse & Spin — — 1000 7.0 ** — —

— — — — —
Rapid 30’ 30°C - 30°C 800 3.0 ** —
 
—

— — —
Colours 15° 15°C 15°C 1000 3.5 ** —
 
—

— — —
Wool 40°C - 40°C 800 1.5 ** —
 
—

— — —
Delicates 30°C - 30°C — 1.0 ** —
 
—

— — —
Synthetics 40°C - 60°C 1000 4.0 195 —
   
33 0.75 72
 Dosing required  Dosing optional
This data may dier in your home due to changing conditions in inlet water
temperature, water pressure etc. Approximate programme duration values refer to the
default setting of the programmes, without options.
* After programme end and spinning with maximum selectable spin speed, in default
programme setting.
** The duration of the programme is shown on the display.
The washer adapts water, energy and programme duration to your wash load
Cotton - Test wash cycles in compliance with regulations 1061/2010
These are the reference programs for the energy label. Set this wash cycle with a
temperature of 60°C. They are the most ecient programmes in terms of energy and
water consumption for washing normally soiled cotton laundry. The actual water
temperature may dier from the declared one.
For all Test Institutes
Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle Cotton with a temperature of 40°C.
Synthetic program along: set wash cycle Synthetics with a temperature of 40°C.
EN
Quick guide
Wool
CottonDelicates
Mixed
Synthetics
Duvet
Rinse & Spin Jeans
Rapid 30’
Spin & Drain
White
Cotton
Colours 15°
Sport
6.7.
2.1. 3. 4. 5.
Before using the appliance carefully read the Safety Instruction.
Before using the machine, it is imperative that the transport bolts are removed.
For more detailed instructions on how to remove them, see the Installation Guide.

Whirlpool FWF71052W GCC Specifications

General

Type	Front Load Washer
Loading type	Front Loading
Capacity	7 kg
Spin Speed	1000 RPM
Energy Rating	A+++
Color	White
Noise Level (Washing)	59 dB
Noise Level (Spinning)	75 dB
Model	FWF71052W GCC
Programs	Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool

Summary

Quick Guide

Control Panel Overview

Explains the buttons and indicators on the washing machine's control panel.

Product Description

Details the physical components and parts of the washing machine.

Detergent Dispenser

Explains the compartments and usage of the detergent dispenser.

Programmes

Programme Selection

Guide to selecting the appropriate wash programmes for different types of laundry.

First Time Use Instructions

Steps to follow before the first use of the washing machine.

Daily Use Guide

Instructions for operating the washing machine on a daily basis.

Starting a Wash Cycle

Procedure for starting a wash cycle after loading and adding detergent.

Pausing a Running Programme

How to pause and resume an active wash cycle.

Opening the Door During a Cycle

Procedure for safely opening the door during a wash cycle.

Programme End Notification

What happens when a wash cycle concludes and how to switch off.

Programme Options

Explanation of available options like Start Delay and FreshCare+.

Start Delay Function

How to set a delayed start for a wash programme.

FreshCare+ Option

Details the FreshCare+ option for inhibiting odors and keeping laundry soft.

Temperature Adjustment

How to change the wash temperature for a selected programme.

Spin Function

Spin Speed Adjustment

How to adjust the spin speed for different laundry types.

Demo Mode

Information about the appliance's demo mode function.

Key Lock Function

How to activate and deactivate the control panel lock.

Bleaching Instructions

Guidance on how to add bleach to the washing machine.

Hints and Tips

Practical advice for sorting laundry and preparing items for washing.

Cleaning and Maintenance

Instructions for cleaning the exterior, control panel, and water supply hose.

Water Filter and Draining

Steps for cleaning the water filter and draining residual water.

Accessories

Information on available accessories like stacking kits.

Transport and Handling

Guidelines for safely moving and transporting the washing machine.

Troubleshooting

Washing Machine Not Turning On

Possible causes and solutions when the washing machine does not power on.

Wash Cycle Not Starting

Troubleshooting steps if the wash cycle fails to start.

Water Filling Issues

Resolving problems related to the washing machine not filling with water.

Continuous Loading/Draining

Addressing issues where the machine continuously loads and drains water.

Draining or Spinning Problems

Solutions for when the washing machine does not drain or spin.

Excessive Vibration

How to fix excessive vibration during the spin cycle.

Water Leaks

Troubleshooting steps for water leaks from the washing machine.

Error Codes

Interpreting and resolving error codes displayed on the machine.

Excessive Foam Formation

Causes and solutions for too much foam during a wash cycle.

Door Locked Error

Troubleshooting when the door is locked and the programme won't run.