When using the Indesit washing machine, select the correct modes

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"

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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°.
4. For synthetics use position 9.
5. 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.

Additional modes in Indesit cars

For some categories of clothing there are separate modes that are selected according to the type of fabric and soiling. So for some Indesit machine models you will find programs:

• Jeans,
• Quick wash,
• Shoes,
• Sportswear.

The duration of each mode is indicated on the display of the washing machine.

Program "Jeans"

This program is designed for denim clothing. It can also be used for washing items made from coarse fabrics, including tapestry embroidery. Temperature regime – 40°C, with loading no more than half of the maximum volume.

Quick wash program

It is indicated on the panel with the image of a stopwatch or clock. Its main advantage is time. The whole process takes about a quarter of an hour at a water temperature of 30°C. Used to simply freshen things up.

Shoes program

In this mode, designed for washing sports shoes, you can wash no more than two pairs at a time. The washing time is just under an hour. The water temperature does not exceed 40°C. Use only for sports shoes.

Sportswear program

This mode is designed for washing clothes after sports. Water temperature - 30°C, duration 80 minutes. Its main advantage is the removal of traces and odor of sweat. Depending on the pollution, there are two options - normal and intensive.

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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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°.
4. Wool. The corresponding symbol is a skein of thread. The drum rotation speed during spinning is reduced, the cycle lasts 55 minutes at 40°.

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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:

1. 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.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. Sportswear. The operating cycle time is 1 hour 20 minutes, and water heating reaches 30°.

Technical characteristics of the washing machine

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:

1. Stop. Allows you to pause, indicated by a shirt placed in water.
2. Disabling the spin function. Labeled on the panel as Exclusion Centrifugado.
3. Economy mode. By pressing the button with the “60°” sign, heating limitation is started.
4. Cold water. Used for delicate fabrics or lightly soiled clothing.
5. Powerful rinse. The button is labeled Extra Spulen.
6. Reduce spin speed. Typically used for cotton and linen. Designation: laundry rotating in a drum.
7. Half load. Used if there are few things. This allows you to save resources.
8. 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"

Additional features of Indesit machines

All washing modes can be changed depending on the user's needs. Additional functions of the Indesit washing machine allow you not only to optimize washing, but also to facilitate manual labor.

• The "gentle rinse" can be used for a gentle or additional rinse. Can be used on any type of fabric.
• "Eco time" allows you to optimize water consumption, reducing its consumption. Used with basic programs for washing cotton and synthetic items.
• “Delayed start” is used to ensure that the wash starts at the time specified on the timer. Allows you to wash without your presence, so that the wash ends at the right time.
• “Auto cleaning” is designed to care for the washing machine itself. With its help you can get rid of internal plaque, harmful microflora and unpleasant odors.

special instructions

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

1. Before starting work, it is necessary to sort the laundry by color, degree of color fastness, fabric structure, and the presence of decorative elements.
2. 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.
3. It is recommended to stack dirty laundry taking into account the permissible load of the drum.
4. 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.
5. 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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6. Be sure to use a special powder that does not form a lot of foam.
7. 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.
8. For optimal balance, large and small items of clothing are best placed together.
9. Before pressing the “Start” button, you must make sure that the unit is connected to the power supply.
10. When washing in cold water, half the amount of powder is required.
11. 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.

Detergents and types of laundry (Indesit IWSB 5085 (CIS)F062908)

Detergent dispenser.

A good washing result also depends on the correct dosage of detergent: excess detergent does not guarantee more effective washing; on the contrary, it contributes to the formation of deposits inside the Indesit IWSB 5085 CIS washing machine and environmental pollution.

! Do not use hand wash detergents as they create too much foam. Remove the dispenser and place detergent or additive in it in the following order.

Compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder) Before loading laundry detergent, make sure that compartment 4 for bleach is not installed. Compartment 2: laundry detergent (powder or liquid) Liquid detergent is poured in immediately before starting the machine. Compartment 3: Additives (softeners, fragrances, etc.) Do not fill rinse aid compartment 3 above the grid. Additional compartment 4: Bleach and delicate bleach! Do not use detergents intended for hand washing - the resulting abundant foam worsens the washing result and can damage the Indesit IWSB 5085 CIS washing machine. Whitening! Regular bleach is used when washing durable white fabrics; Delicate bleach can be used on colored, synthetic and wool fabrics.

Tray 4 for bleach is inserted into compartment 1 of the detergent dispenser. Do not fill Tray 4 above the max mark (see illustration). To carry out bleaching only, pour bleach into additional insert 4, select the “Rinse” program and use the “Bleaching” function.

To whiten during the washing process, add washing powder and softener, select the desired program and use the “Whitening” function. The use of additional insert 4 eliminates the possibility of using pre-wash.

Preparing the laundry • Separate the laundry according to the following criteria: - type of fabric / designation on the label. - color: separate colored laundry from white. • Remove all items from pockets and check buttons. • Do not exceed the maximum drum load specified for dry laundry: Durable fabrics: max. 5 kg Synthetic fabrics: max. 2.5 kg Delicates: max. 2 kg Wool: max. 1 kg Silk: max. 1 kg How much does laundry weigh? 1 sheet 400-500 gr. 1 pillowcase 150-200 gr. 1 tablecloth 400-500 gr. 1 robe 900-1200 gr. 1 towel 150-250 gr. Items that require delicate washing Wool: in program 7 mode of the Indesit IWSB 5085 CIS washing machine you can wash any woolen items, including items labeled “hand wash only”. For best results, use a special detergent and do not exceed 1 kg wash load. Silk: Use special program 8 for all silk items. It is recommended to use a special detergent for delicate fabrics. Curtains: It is recommended to roll them up and place them in the bag provided. Use program 8. Jeans: Turn items inside out before washing and use liquid detergent. Use program 9. Linen balancing system Before each spin, to avoid excessive vibrations and to evenly distribute the laundry in the drum, the machine rotates at a speed slightly higher than the washing speed. If after several attempts the laundry is not balanced correctly, the machine will spin at a lower speed than intended.

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