Washing machine Candy - operating instructions

Knowing what is hidden behind the schematic icons on the washing machine, you can facilitate and speed up the washing process without manually adjusting the water temperature or the duration of drum rotation. Each mode has its own designation, and even standard programs are displayed differently on machines of different brands and manufacturers. And when the included instructions are lost, many questions arise.

Almost all washing modes and programs of the Kandy washing machine are easy to guess by the “talking” symbols, but there are also special buttons that are not typical for other units. To avoid damaged items or unwashed stains, it is necessary to consider in detail the modes offered by the manufacturer, their designations, parameters, startup and reset.

Main features of Candy washing machines

Candy washing machines are of Italian origin. They began production in 1945. Their development was so rapid that already at the end of the last century the brand was popular both in Europe and far beyond its borders. The main advantages of the units are their low price, along with an impressive range of models and positive technical characteristics. There are vertical machines that can hold up to 7 kg of things, there are compact ones, with a height of no more than 70 cm, and there are full-size ones - with a maximum number of modes and large capacity.

These washing machines are easy to operate, offer a wide range of options and do not consume a lot of water and electricity.

Candy washing machine modes

Before you start working with the Kandy washing machine, you need to decipher the meanings of the symbols on the panel and become familiar with all the features of the modes. Depending on the model, the user is offered programs:

• Aqua-plus. Designed to completely rid the item of detergents and involves double rinsing.
• Intensive Aimed at removing serious contaminants using high heating rates and maximum speed.
• Delayed start. Allows you to set the start time for the next day. Before selecting a mode, the laundry must be placed in the drum, the powder must be poured into the container and then the start time must be specified.
• Rinsing. It is an additional program and allows you to better clean things from used detergents.
• Soak. Suitable for very dirty items and provides two wash cycles. A low level of heat is used and the powder is poured into two containers at once.
• Wool. Designed for delicate woolen products, it is characterized by low heating temperatures and low speed of rotation.
• Express wash. Allows you to quickly refresh things in half an hour. Characterized by high drum rotation speed.
• Super wash. Consumes a small amount of electricity and is used only for cotton and synthetic materials.
• Super rinse. Used for children's products or items intended for allergy sufferers. This is how the Candy washing device ensures complete removal of detergent from laundry and clothes.
• Working with durable fabrics. Suitable for products made of cotton, linen, hemp, characterized by the use of a temperature of 90 degrees.
• Wash in cold water. For very delicate fabrics and is an alternative to hand washing.
• Sport. Designed for synthetic sportswear and shoes.
• Conditioning. Includes the use of conditioners, softening and flavoring agents.
• No drain. Recommended for items for which spinning is prohibited.
• Combined wash. Allows you to wash items from different fabrics and materials in one go.

When selecting a mode, the Candy Smart washing machine focuses on the type of fabric. There are four signs on its panel:

• Durable fabrics – intensive processing with intermediate spinning.
• Synthetic and combined - selects the number of revolutions and the amount of water so that the result is ideal.
• Delicate - more water is used and several long pauses are made during the work.
• Wool – minimal mechanical impact with strong rinsing.

Separately, it is worth dwelling on the powder receptacle compartments. All used detergents must be placed in it. Throwing powder onto clothing can harm both the device and the item itself. Candy washing machines have three compartments:

1. The compartment marked with the letter B is used in basic operating modes and is intended for dry or liquid powder.
2. The container marked with the letter A is used in the “soaking” mode, when the process uses two cleaning stages.
3. A container with a picture of a flower is intended for liquid conditioners, rinses and fragrances.

Model line Aquamatic

The manufacturer, which has been producing household appliances for almost half a century, does not skimp on quality. Consider the compact Kandy Aquamatic washing machine.

Common parameters

There are 4 models in the line, the difference is in the speed of rotation of the drum and the set of options. Two models produce a speed of 1000 rpm, the other two - 800. The cost linearly drops by 1000 rubles, starting from the amount of $490, in this order:

• 1000 DF;
• 800 DF;
• 100 F;
• 80 F.

The capabilities of the models decrease along with the cost. It catches your eye - drying class C, below average for washing machines. This was a price to pay for the small size of the equipment, along with the price: for this price you can buy a good Samsung model.

The Kandy Aquamatic washing machine is equipped with an indicator that the hatch is not closed. A flashing signal will alert the owner that the door needs to be slammed again. While the light is on, you will not be able to get the laundry out after washing. You will have to wait two minutes before getting things out. When you need to add laundry, press the Pause button. You will have to wait a couple of minutes until the automatic lock is removed. The washing cycle is continued by the washing machine from the point where it was interrupted.

There is an On/Off button to select an alternative program. Cleaning products are refilled in accordance with the mode.

Modes

Aquaplus

For shedding fabrics, the Aquaplus mode was invented - the amount of water consumed will significantly increase, the option is highly recommended for people with sensitive skin. Clothes removed after washing are as clean as possible from dirt and detergents.

In this mode, the Kandy washing machine handles things more carefully. Fully diluted detergents work with maximum results; generous rinsing completely removes signs of active substances from the surface. The manufacturer recommends using the Aquaplus button when washing children's clothes.

The function is automatically activated in delicate modes.

Wash with cold water

It happens that fabrics cannot stand hot water. Aquamatic allows you to delicately solve the problem. This mode is recommended to save energy when dirty.

Delayed launch

The launch of the program is delayed for 1 – 24 hours. Programming is done with a special button. Setting the hourly multiplicity is carried out in a circle in increasing order: the number increases from 1 to 23, then resets to zero.

When the required delay interval for starting the washing machine is set, you need to press the Start/Pause button. The indicator will flash and the countdown will begin. The current remaining time can be changed by holding the delayed start button for 5 seconds. The product will re-enter programming mode, prompting you to proceed as specified.

Spin

A typical spin speed adjustment function allows you to set the desired parameter. The RPM value cannot exceed the maximum permissible for the selected program. Reducing the value, which means reducing washing time and saving energy, is quite accessible to the user. Naturally, things will remain damp.

All values ​​are switched cyclically. You cannot set it to less than 400 rpm, but the spin cycle is turned off by pressing the button a certain number of times.

Indicator

The washing machine under the sink does not have a very complicated display. From top to bottom the digital display contains:

1. Washing time.
2. Pause and delayed start icon.
3. Number of revolutions.

Each key has a small LED for indication. If the pressed button does not match the washing machine program, the light will blink and go out.

Mode knob

According to the manufacturers' idea, high temperatures (90 and 60 degrees) are intended exclusively for washing white clothes. Linen and durable fabrics are indicated by a cloud icon, there are 5 modes, but only the bottom three are suitable for shedding and mixed (in terms of fiber composition) items.

Synthetics are washable at temperatures of 50 degrees and below. At the same time, it is possible to put mixed fabrics into the washing machine tank. The maximum volume will be 2 kg.

Three delicate wash programs are designed for wool and other problematic items. The most delicate clothes are placed in a special mesh bag. Draining, rinsing and quick spin are considered service modes. Express programs are a separate line; in this case, the time it takes for the washing machine to complete the operating cycle is normalized.

Advice from the manufacturer

It is recommended to load the drum completely, not exceeding the weight specified in the instructions. This technique allows you to use detergents with maximum results. A typical calculation shows that when washing 3.5 kg of laundry, energy savings reach 50% compared to the case when the process takes place in two steps - 1.75 kg each.

Pre-wash is used only for heavily soiled items. Electricity savings will reach 15% if you follow a simple rule.

Avoid using high temperature settings. Before placing the item in the washing machine, soak it with stain remover. By using mode 60 instead of 90, the user saves 50% energy.

Starting the washing machine

Before starting the Candy washing machine, you must carefully sort your laundry into black, white and colored. Then separate cotton, synthetic and wool items from each other. All of them must be washed separately. Combined loading of cotton and synthetics into the drum is permissible only if a combined mode is selected. Before loading clothes into the machine, fasten clothing with buttons, zippers, or snaps. If items have stubborn stains, pre-treat them with a stain remover. Do not place bras, or items with beads, rhinestones, beads, or other small decorative trim into the machine.

When all the clothes are placed in the drum, close the lid tightly. When using one of the Candy programs, indicating temperature, speed and other indicators is not required. Mode parameters can be adjusted using selector switches. Add powder and, if necessary, additional products to the containers: conditioner, stain remover, etc. When all stages have been completed, press the “start” button.

If, after starting work, you need to stop the process, you should cancel the program by setting the selector to “OFF”. Then you should change the mode and press “start”. Or you can press the “Pause” button when the door is unlocked - take out or put things down, close the drum and press start.

Selecting and launching a program

The presence of automatic modes greatly simplifies the washing process. Apart from the standard procedure of sorting things and pre-treating stains, not much needs to be done.

1. Turn on the machine.
2. Load laundry into the drum.
3. Pour or pour the required amount of detergent into the tray.
4. Use the selector or press the button to select the appropriate mode.
5. Press the start button.

There is no need to adjust the temperature, spin force and washing duration: the main parameters are already set by the manufacturer within the regime.

Operating rules for Candy washing machines

Attention!
In order for the Kandy Smart washing machine to serve for a long time without breakdowns or problems, it requires proper care:

• Load the drum completely, avoiding overload. This can cause breakdown of the entire mechanism.
• Use emollients.
• Mainly use modes with rpm of 600 - 700. Frequent use of modes with 800 rpm or more on Candy washing mechanisms leads to rapid failure of the oil seal and bearings.
• After each wash, wipe the glass and open the detergent container for 15 to 20 minutes. This will ventilate the Candy car, reduce the likelihood of damage to the rubber of the hatch and prevent liquid from getting under the cuffs.
• Always unplug your device. Otherwise, during possible surges in the power supply, the power supply will overheat and fail.
• Once a season, do a dry wash using a descaling agent and turning on a high temperature setting. This will clean all parts of the device from blockages and the negative effects of solid deposits.

Badges on different cars

Some modern models from Kandy boast unique mode designations that are rarely found, but are convenient tools for quick and high-quality washing. In order not to look for explanations in the instructions, we provide a detailed list for the most popular washing machines.

Candy Aquamatic 2D1140-07. Despite its compact size, the Candy Aquamatic 2D1140-07 brand offers 16 washing programs and additional options. Most of them are standard for all Kandy slot machines, but there are also special icons.

1. Snowflake. Involves washing in cold water, intended for delicate synthetic fabrics for which any heating is contraindicated. The mode is absolutely safe, takes about 50 minutes and is used as an alternative to hand washing.
2. "Sport" inscription. The name speaks for itself - with this mode it is recommended to wash sportswear and shoes. The duration varies depending on the degree of contamination and takes about 70 minutes.
3. Numbers "44" with an apostrophe. Another option for express washing, the duration of a full cycle is 44 minutes.
4. Numbers "32" with an apostrophe. Quick wash with a load of up to 2 kg of dry laundry, lasting exactly 32 minutes.

Candy CS4 1071DB1/2. The updated model “Candy CS4 1071DB1/2” also has its own “chips”. This washing machine offers users the following modes.

1. "SUPER R" inscription. The icon is called “Super Wash” and allows you to speed up any previously turned on mode by 50 minutes. It is recommended to use the button only for cotton and synthetic fabrics.
2. A basin with a stream directed from above. Provides super rinsing and thorough cleansing of laundry from detergent residues. In this case, the washing duration increases to 40 minutes.
3. A stream of water directed towards the bottom. Indicates a single rinse, increasing the wash duration by 30-40 minutes.
4. Image of spiral, spray and falling drops. Supplements the selected mode with conditioning, aromatization and softening of linen.
5. A triangle with the inscription "CL" in the center. Helps more effectively combat stains of organic origin.
6. Letter "Z". Excludes draining from the selected mode, which is necessary for washing items that are prohibited from being wrung out. The option increases the cycle duration by 4 minutes.

Candy Aqua 104D2-07. The “Candy Aqua 104D2-07” model has only one non-standard icon on the control panel: the inscription “M&W”, which stands for “Mix and Wash System”. The program allows you to simultaneously wash different types of fabric, thereby simplifying washing and saving energy.

Final recommendations for using Kandy washing machines

Washing machines from the Italian manufacturer Candy are distinguished by their versatility, functionality, ease of operation and a wide range of models along with their low price.

The main modes are supplemented by many additional ones, which allows you to wash children's clothes, products for allergy sufferers, delicate fabrics, work in intensive mode and refresh things in half an hour. The mechanism also allows you to delay the start or wash together items that differ in their composition and characteristics.

The manufacturer took care of its customers and provided them with the opportunity to quickly determine the causes of problems using codes displayed on the display. Their decoding is included in each instruction manual for the device.

The most common causes of breakdowns in Candy washing machines are non-compliance with the operating rules of the unit, frequent failures in the power supply from the network, or initial incorrect installation of the machine.