How to use the Indesit washing machine

Many people do not pay attention to the operating instructions when purchasing washing machines. It seems that everything is simple: turn on the equipment and use it. However, this issue needs to be taken more seriously. The operating instructions will answer any user question, because the information in it is presented simply and clearly.

Users of Indesit washing equipment, as a rule, have difficulties with the control panel, since it is quite complex. In this article we will figure out how to use the Indesit washing machine.

Starting the wash

First, let's figure out how to use Indesit washing machine. It should be noted that operating washing equipment of this brand is quite simple. However, it is better to study first instructions. It contains the following items:

Open the hatch of the machine and put in the laundry. In this case, the amount of laundry should not exceed the maximum permissible drum load.
Make sure that the washing equipment is connected to the power supply. Then you need to press the power button.
Select the required washing mode, setting the program selector to the required position.
Adjust the washing temperature. This is done using the temperature selection toggle switch.
Change wash program at your discretion using the buttons described below.
Press the “start” button. After this, the washing process will begin.You can also choose to simply spin or rinse and spin separately.

Some models of Indesit washing equipment do not contain a “start” button. In this case, to turn it on, you must first select a washing program. Then select the desired washing temperature and press the on/off button.

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 important to note that the lack of the latest electronics does not in any way affect the quality of the wash. On the contrary, the control module of the washing machine is more reliable because it is simpler in design.

However, it is not only technology that affects the quality of washing.

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 as much 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 comply with this rule may cause malfunction control module.

Most popular programs

Indesit washing machines have many modes. Some modes are used much more often than others.

Users of Indesit washing equipment most often use the following programs:

Mixed things (the program is indicated by number 3 on the selector);
Wool (indicated by number 14);
Moderately soiled non-fading synthetics (indicated by the number 9 on the selector);
Heavily soiled white items (number 1)
.Colored things (number 4);

To wash heavily soiled white items, select washing mode 1. This is done using the program selector. Use the temperature selection toggle switch to select MAX or 900C. If you don’t need to boil the laundry, you can set it to 600C. There is no need to choose a lower temperature.

The number 3 on the toggle switch indicates the “mixed things” program. This program is the most universal and is used most often than others. It is chosen when washing faded colored items or white, non-fading colored laundry. In the first case, the temperature is set to 400C, and in the second – 50-600C.

The number 4 indicates the “colored things” mode. This mode is necessary for washing lightly and moderately soiled items. The water temperature is 400C. However, this mode can be used to wash not only colored but also white items.

For synthetic items it is better to use the mode number 9, and for woolen items – number 14.

You should be careful when washing woolen items. Such an item can only be washed if permitted by its manufacturer. In other words, if the label of a wool item contains a symbol prohibiting machine washing, then it cannot be washed in a machine.

Buttons and selectors

First, let's look at the main elements located on the control panel.

The following elements are available on any model of Indesit washing equipment:

Program switch selector. It is the most important element of the control panel. It allows you to select the desired washing mode by turning the knob.
Temperature selector. The control module independently sets the water temperature after selecting the washing mode.They also set the rotation speed of the drum. However, these values can be changed using the temperature selector.
Speed regulator. Allows you to change the rotation speed of the washing machine drum.
On/off button. It is available on all Indesit brand washing equipment. Required to activate and deactivate the machine.

It should be noted that there is an LED indicator near the on/off button. It is he who notifies you when the washing machine is turned on.

Indesit machines may have the following additional buttons:

Half load. This button is used when you need to wash a small amount of laundry. It saves energy and water.
Reduced load of laundry. This button is completely similar to the previous one and performs the same functions.
Reducing the spin speed. This button usually displays a spinning laundry icon. Reducing the spin speed of laundry is required when washing linen and cotton items.
Powerful rinse. The button contains the inscription “Extra Spulen”. This button is very useful when washing fabrics that require a large amount of water for rinsing.
Cold wash. Used when washing lightly soiled clothes or delicate fabrics. When you press this button, the washing process starts without heating the water.
600C mode. When this button is pressed, the water does not heat up above 600C during the washing process.
Spin off button. It contains the inscription "EXCLUSION CENTRIFUGADO". After pressing this button, the laundry spin is switched off.
A button that, when pressed, stops the washing machine with water. This button shows a shirt submerged in water.