7Description of controlsStart buttonPress to start the selected cycle (according to the selected cycle one indicator lights will go on).Note: When the START button has been pressed, the appliance can take few secondsbefore stars working.Changing the settings after the programmes has started (Pause)Once the programme has started the settings can only altered by pressing the relevant buttons.Release the START button.The indicator lights time to end will flash, make your changes and press the START buttononce more.If you wish to add or remove items during washing, release the START button and wait 2minutes until the safety device unlocks the door.When you have carried out the manoeuvre, close the door, press START button and theappliance will continue working where it left off.Cancelling a selected programmeThe programme can be cancelled at any time in the following way:Release the START buttonTurn the selector knob first to the OFF position and then away from itWait around 5 secondsThe machine will be ready for another programme or to be switched off.ATTENTION:The door cannot be opened until the START button has been releasedDoor open buttonA special safety device prevents the porthole from being opened immediately after the end ofthe cycle. Wait for 2 minutes after the wash cycle has finished before opening the door.Useful advice for usersTips on using your domestic appliance in the most environmentally-friendly and economicalwayDo a full load in your washing machineTo prevent any possible waste of energy, water or detergent we recommend that you put afull load in your washing machine, not exceed the maximum loads shown below:Cotton and linen 4,5 kgMixed 2 kgVery delicate 1,5 kgWool 1 kgUp to 50% energy saving can be made with one full load compared to two half load washesWhen is prewashing really needed?Only with particularly dirty loads!Energy savings of 5 to 15% are made by not selecting the prewash option for normal soiledlaundry.Which wash temperature should you choose?Using stain removers before machine washing reduces the need to wash at temperaturesover 60°C.Energy savings of up to 50% can be made by using a 60°C wash temperature rather than90°CCBFig. 16A D E F G H B C LMN