How to use the Indesit washing machine

Let's look at how to use Indesit washing machines. Indesit SMAs are reliable and economical. A special feature of the model range is a convenient control panel.

Most of the icons are duplicated by the inscription. This makes the process of interaction with the unit simple and clear. The efficiency of operation depends both on the equipment itself and on the user. For optimal results, the device must be configured correctly.

Where to begin?
Selection of programs for SMA "Indesit"
Washing modes in the Indesit washing machine
Overview of important selectors and buttons
special instructions
Catalog of washing machines "Indesit" with reviews

Where to begin?

Working with Indesit equipment is not difficult. The unit is not overloaded with electronics; it does not have large touch panels, color displays or remote control. This makes the machine reliable and easy to use.

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To start washing, you must perform the following steps:

carefully open the hatch and load dirty things into it in a volume not exceeding the recommended amount;
place a carefully measured amount of detergent into the tray;
insert the plug into the socket;
turn on the power using the general button - “ON/OFF”;
set the program selector to the desired position;
use the toggle switch to set the temperature and speed;
if necessary, adjust the program in accordance with your preferences;
press the start button.

Washing machine panel "Indesit"

What to do if a failure occurs?

If the program goes wrong, you need to:

Move the programmer to the neutral position.
Press the power button for a few seconds and wait until all indicators blink.
After turning off, unplug the unit from the socket and wait 15-20 minutes.
Connect the machine to the network, launch the selected program.
If failures recur, press the “Drain” or “Drain without spin” button, and after draining the water, remove the laundry. When this function is disabled, water can be removed through the drain filter.

If the SMA often freezes between operations or resets the program, you need to run the test (service) mode.

Selection of programs for SMA "Indesit"

The Indesit washing machine has a wide range of convenient modes. The selection of what you need is carried out using the selector switch handle, along the circumference of which there are corresponding inscriptions or icons.

Before setting up, it is recommended to sort your clothes by fabric type, degree of soiling and color. Based on the results of assessing the condition of the laundry, a decision is made on choosing a ready-made program or setting up an individual one.

In the first case, it remains possible to additionally add the following special functions:

delayed start, it is indicated by a clock icon;
soak;
rinsing, indicated by a drop and a basin;

spin, a twisted spiral is depicted;
easy ironing, if such a function is available in this model, is indicated by the iron sign.

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Of the ready-made programs in everyday use, the following options are most often used:

For heavily soiled white laundry, use the selector to select mark number 1. Next, use the temperature toggle switch to set the value to 60-90° or MAX.
Mixed things. The most popular option due to its versatility is located at number 3. It is performed at 40° and provides care for non-fading colored or white products.
Colored fabrics. The corresponding mark is at number 4. The mode is characterized by excellent results and a short cycle time at a temperature of only 40°.
For synthetics use position 9.
Wool products. For them, the switch should be stopped at 14. But only if there is no prohibiting sign on the label.

Program switch to "Indesit"

The user has the opportunity to change at will:

temperature,

washing duration,

rotational speed.

Stage 2. Preparing for installation

The fixing fasteners are located in the following places:

On the back of the case there are brackets that hold the power cord and hoses connecting to communications.
Sealing bars are inserted between the tank and the body of the machine. To remove them, open the lid and slightly tilt the device forward.
During transportation, any model is equipped with transport bolts that secure the drum from arbitrary rotation. For different models they can be located on the front or back wall. To determine their locations, you need to read the technical instructions.

The transport bolts must be unscrewed and pulled out together with the fixing brackets. All fastening elements must be removed in case of sudden breakdown of the washing machine. They will need to be reinstalled in their places when transporting the equipment to the repair shop. After dismantling all the transport locks, you can proceed with further installation of the washing machine.

Washing modes in the Indesit washing machine

The Indesit brand SMA provides for independent program selection. It can consist of several modes, the main of which are:

Cotton fabrics. Designation – T-shirt sign. The temperature range ranges from 40 to 90°, while the load and process duration will differ. For 90-95o the processing time is 3 hours, the drum can be fully loaded. At 60°, soaking is excluded from the cycle and the time is reduced to 2.5 hours. This option is good for heavily soiled white items. Heating to 40° is recommended for colored fabrics, duration is 2.5 hours.
Synthetics. Designation – the sign of a chemical flask. At 60° the working process takes 1 hour 25 minutes, and at 40° – 1 hour 11 minutes. This is a more gentle wash with a load of 2.5 to 3.5 kg.
Silk items. The index is an image of a T-shirt. Suitable for lightweight viscose items and underwear. The process continues for 55 minutes at 30°.
Wool. The corresponding symbol is a skein of thread. The drum rotation speed during spinning is reduced, the cycle lasts 55 minutes at 40°.

Additional buttons indesit

Some machine models offer separate washing modes without reference to types of fabrics:

Daily. Standard option for quickly processing lightly soiled laundry.
Preliminary. Used for soaking. Rotation occurs slowly at 30°.

Intense. Suitable for cotton and linen items. Water heating is possible up to 95o.
Delicate. Similar to program number 14. Used for items made of organza, lycra, wool and other materials that require careful handling.

Additional programs that can be set for certain items, taking into account the degree of contamination and type of material:

Express mode allows you to process things in 15 minutes when heated to 30°. The permissible load is no more than one and a half kilograms.
Shoes. The program was created for sports shoes and is indicated by a symbol with an image of a sneaker. A maximum of two pairs are allowed per cycle, which lasts 50 minutes.
Jeans. The program has a corresponding icon and is specially designed for denim products. Operation occurs at 40° and reduced rotation speed. Permissible load: 2.5 kg.
Sportswear. The operating cycle time is 1 hour 20 minutes, and water heating reaches 30°.

Recommendations for users

Indesit brand washing equipment does not contain unnecessary electronics. It has both voice and remote control. It is also equipped with touch panels and color displays. Washing machines of this brand may seem old-fashioned to people who love modern gadgets. But at the same time, the absence of unnecessary electronics makes such equipment cheaper, and therefore more attractive to buyers.

It is also important for the user to learn how to properly start and configure an Indesit washing machine. In other words, to get a good result, you need to learn how to use the Indesit washing machine.

A few recommendations that every user will need:

The laundry placed in the machine drum must be sorted. This should be done based on the type of fabric, color of the linen, color fastness, as well as the presence of weakly fixed elements on the linen.
Before washing new items, you should check their labels. The manufacturer usually indicates on the label whether the item can be washed.
It is important to check all pockets before placing clothes in the drum. Any small object that gets into an Indesit washing machine can cause serious problems. No less problems can arise if you accidentally wash an important document (passport, credit card, etc.). Therefore, it is better to immediately acquire this useful habit.
Check that buttons are securely fastened to clothing before washing. It is also necessary to fasten zippers on clothes. And if clothes contain plastic zippers, then it is better to wash them in a specialized bag.
It is advisable to turn clothes inside out before washing. Then it will wash off better.
You should not wash many large items at once, this will worsen the balancing of the machine drum. It is better to mix small and large items and wash in several batches.
Large items should not be washed one at a time. The result will be much higher if you put several small ones in the drum along with a large item.
You should not use powders used for hand washing, because in this case too much foam is formed.
Each detergent must be placed in the appropriate tray. Each product has its own powder receptacle compartment.
If the laundry will be washed without heating the water, then you need to use half the amount of powder. After all, it will not dissolve completely in cold water and will be removed after washing with dirty water.
The washing program can be selected only after stopping the Indesit washing equipment. Failure to do this may result in control module failure.

Overview of important selectors and buttons

The control panel of any Indesit washing machine contains the following main elements:

A button that is responsible for turning the device on and off. It is mandatory in all models. By pressing it you can start or stop the machine. The LED indicator informs the user about the equipment starting up or shutting down.
Mode selector. To select a program, just turn the knob.

Temperature change selector. It provides the ability to adjust the water heating level.
Drum rotation regulator. Its presence allows you to change the number of revolutions per unit of time.

Summary table of modes.

Summary table of modes

Depending on the model, the panel may contain additional buttons:

Stop. Allows you to pause, indicated by a shirt placed in water.
Disabling the spin function. Labeled on the panel as Exclusion Centrifugado.
Economy mode. By pressing the button with the “60°” sign, heating limitation is started.
Cold water. Used for delicate fabrics or lightly soiled clothing.
Powerful rinse. The button is labeled Extra Spulen.
Reduce spin speed. Typically used for cotton and linen. Designation: laundry rotating in a drum.
Half load. Used if there are few things. This allows you to save resources.
Reduced loading button. Its use helps to further save washing powder.

To install and configure the mode on the control panel, just turn the toggle switch. The selected value must correspond to the type of fabric, degree of soiling and nature of the work. Additional functions are launched by pressing the appropriate keys.

Washing machine "Indesit"

Why do you need instructions?

Regardless of the model and brand of the SMA, the first thing the user should do is take the time to read the instructions. This is where you can find answers to most questions. Most often they look there to understand the control panel. Subsequently, having remembered the designations and essence of the proposed programs, washing machine owners can easily and quickly select the desired options.

special instructions

For efficient and trouble-free washing, the following recommendations must be carefully followed:

Before starting work, it is necessary to sort the laundry by color, degree of color fastness, fabric structure, and the presence of decorative elements.
When stowing things, it is necessary to check them for the presence of foreign objects in the pockets. Even a small metal object during machine operation can cause irreparable harm.
It is recommended to stack dirty laundry taking into account the permissible load of the drum.
Clothes are placed with all buttons and zippers fastened. To better preserve the accessories of products and the drum of the washing machine, you can use a special bag.
Before storing items, it is recommended to study the labels and marks on the tags in order to make sure that the manufacturer allows machine washing, or to find out the special conditions specified by him.
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Be sure to use a special powder that does not form a lot of foam.
Detergents are placed in accordance with the purpose of the tray compartments. There is a left compartment for pre-wash, a middle compartment for the main wash, and a compartment on the far right for rinsing.
For optimal balance, large and small items of clothing are best placed together.
Before pressing the “Start” button, you must make sure that the unit is connected to the power supply.
When washing in cold water, half the amount of powder is required.
To avoid damage, program selection can only be made when the unit is stopped.

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Be sure to unplug the plug from the socket! The fact is that the design of the Indesit SMA is designed in such a way that when the machine is turned on, part of the control module is energized. And during surges in the electrical network, it can be damaged!

Indesit equipment does its job flawlessly if used correctly. The management of the washing machine should be treated with the utmost responsibility. A thorough study of the capabilities of the unit and its functions will not only allow you to achieve high quality work, but will also keep the device in good condition for a long time.

How to care for household appliances?

Recommendations for caring for the Indesit washing machine:

The body of the device must be kept clean and wiped with a soft cloth. Do not use abrasive or alcohol-based cleaners as cleaning agents.
After each wash, you need to remove water from the cuff. Clean it periodically with soapy water.
The detergent tray should be rinsed regularly.
After washing, the hatch is always left open so that excess moisture disappears from the drum and an unpleasant odor does not appear.
Periodically you need to clean the drain and inlet filter, rinse the hose and inspect it for damage.

Turning on the spin mode by icon

On all washing machines, Bosch, Zanussi, Candy, LG, Indesit WISL 85-1, Siemens, Ariston, the icon looks the same. This is a kind of twisted spiral, reminiscent of a snail's house. The difference is only in the turns indicated on the icon, but that’s how it is, by the way.

Turning on the spin mode

Turning on the spin mode on a washing machine such as Bosch, Zanussi, Candy, LG, Indesit WISL 85-1, Siemens, Ariston can be done individually for each brand. This applies to the speed of a particular model. Here we assume numbers from 400 to 1800 revolutions, taken in one minute.

Note! The spin speed does not imply a high speed for squeezing the laundry. In some cases, the fabric covering of your items may deteriorate. The most optimal option is 1000, 1200 turns of the drum per minute.

General recommendations

An Indesit brand washing machine is traditionally not burdened with unnecessary electronics - touch panels, remote and voice control, wide color displays. On the one hand, this makes it somewhat old-fashioned and unattractive for lovers of modern gadgets, but on the other hand, it makes it much cheaper, and therefore potentially more attractive to consumers.

The lack of newfangled electronics does not lead to the fact that the washing machine begins to wash worse; rather, on the contrary, its control module is simpler, and therefore more reliable. But the quality of washing depends not only on the equipment, but also on the users who turn it on and set it up, so to get the best results it is very important to use the Indesit washing machine correctly. To begin with, here are some general recommendations that it would be nice for everyone to know.

When placing laundry in the drum, be sure to sort it. It is necessary to take into account not only the color (white/black), but also the fastness of the paint, the type of fabric, and the presence of loose elements.
Before putting new items into the drum of your Indesit washing machine that have not yet been washed, check their identification labels. Usually, if an item cannot be washed or can be washed, but in a special mode, the manufacturer makes appropriate notes on its label. You can read more about this in the article Markings on clothes for washing.
Always check the pockets of clothing items you place in the drum. Any needle, pin or paper clip that gets inside your Indesit washing machine can seriously damage it. Not many people will feel better if you wash your passport or credit card in the machine, so it’s up to you whether you want to start such a healthy habit or not.
Always check that the buttons on the clothes you are going to wash are secure and fasten all zippers. And clothes with plastic zippers are generally best washed in a special bag.
For best washing results, it is better to turn T-shirts, shirts, sweaters, jackets, pants, socks and other clothes inside out.
To better balance the drum, do not wash many large items at once, divide the wash into two or even three batches and mix large items with small ones.

For your information! You cannot wash very large items alone. Place a couple of small items with them - the washing result will be much better.

Do not use hand washing powders as they will cause excessive foaming.
Place detergents in the tray correctly. Each type of detergent has its own powder receptacle compartment: the first compartment for pre-wash, the second for the main wash and the third for rinse aid.

Proper use of spin

You can turn on the spin cycle on the LC washing machine and other models in the simplest way. All these capabilities are provided to us by automatic control.

So let's begin:

First of all, we place the laundry in the drum according to its volume. Overload and shortage are excluded. There may be a software error.
Next, close the hatch door tightly.
The toggle switch handle comes into play, the spin option is included.
We press the button with the choice of speed mode, where it is necessary to set the expected number of turns.
We start the starting process.

Important! If suddenly there is a need to change the speed limit, then this can be done. The software allows you to use spin at high speeds, while having a limitation on low speeds.