174. Switch the machine onTo switch the machine on, press the ON/OFF button: the mains-on light comes on.The display will show three blinking dashes or ablinking zero.5. Select the desired programme/fabricPress the FABRIC button repeatedly, in order toselect the desired programme/fabric. The relevantlight will light up.The lights relevant to the phases that form theprogramme will light up.The display will show the duration of the selectedprogramme, calculated on the basis of the maximumload for each type of fabric. The light of theSTART/PAUSE button will start flashing.If the load of laundry to be washed is small, at thebeginning of the cycle the display will still indicate theduration relevant to the maximum load. The durationvalue will be gradually adjusted during the executionof the cycle. Operating sequenceBefore washing your first load of laundry, werecommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, withthe machine empty, in order to remove anymanufacturing residue from the drum and tub.Pour half a measure of detergent into the main washcompartment and start up the machine.1. Place the laundry in the drumOpen the door.Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time,shaking them out as much as possible.Close the door.2. Measure out the detergentPull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measureout the amount of detergent recommended by themanufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into themain wash compartment .If you wish to carry out the prewash, pour detergentinto the appropriate compartment marked .3. Measure out the additiveIf required, pour fabric softener into the compartmentmarked , without exceeding the «MAX» mark.