Indesit IWDE126 Washer-Dryer Instruction Manual
Indesit IWDE126 Washer-Dryer
Indesit IWDE126 Washer-Dryer Instructions
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Indesit IWDE126 Washer-Dryer Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Indesit |
| Model | IWDE126 |
| Appliance type | Integrated (built-in) washer-dryer |
| Wash capacity | 6 kg (taken from the model code) |
| Maximum spin speed | 1200 rpm (taken from the model code) |
| Appliance width | 595 mm |
| Appliance depth | 540 mm |
| Appliance height | 815 mm |
| Minimum niche width | 600 mm |
| Minimum niche depth | 570 mm |
| Niche height | 820 to 900 mm |
| Drain hose outlet height | 65 to 100 cm from the floor |
| Drain connection | Standpipe or waste water pipe spigot (cut the end off the spigot or remove the blanking cap) |
| Mains plug fuse | 13 ampere |
| Earth wire colour | Green and yellow |
| Live wire colour | Brown |
| Neutral wire colour | Blue |
| Plug cable restraint | Cord grip with cross-bar |
| Integration kit: hinge supports | 2 |
| Integration kit: hinges | 2 |
| Integration kit: magnets | 1 magnet and 1 magnet plate |
| Integration kit: rubber plug | 1 |
| Integration kit: spacers | 4 |
Indesit IWDE126 Washer-Dryer Details
The Indesit IWDE126 is a washer-dryer made to be fitted into a run of kitchen units. It sits behind a furniture door that matches the rest of the kitchen. One machine washes and dries the laundry, so you do not need a separate tumble dryer. This helps in homes where floor space and wall sockets are limited. The manual covers installation, the controls, the wash and dry programmes, detergents, safety, maintenance and troubleshooting.
The integration kit is what sets this model apart from freestanding machines. The hinges and hinge supports hold the kitchen furniture door on the front of the appliance. The magnet and magnet plate keep that door closed. The four spacers set the gap between the furniture panel and the machine's front. The rubber plug fills an unused hole after assembly. Follow the manual's fitting order so that the decor door lines up with the neighbouring cabinets.
Before you fit the machine into the niche, remove the transport bolts that lock the drum for shipping. Keep them in case you move the appliance later. Level the machine with its adjustable feet. A level machine vibrates less, makes less noise and wears more slowly during high-speed spins. The niche also needs room behind it for the hoses and the power cable, so they are not crushed when the unit is pushed into place.
You connect the water supply by screwing the inlet hose onto a cold-water tap with a threaded outlet. Check that the hose is not kinked. The drain hose can hang over a standpipe or connect to a waste pipe spigot under the sink. If the spigot is new, cut off its sealed end or remove the blanking cap first. Fix the hose firmly so it cannot slip out while the pump is running.
Electrical safety gets a lot of attention in the manual. The appliance must be earthed, and the socket must be easy to reach once the machine is installed. The manual warns against extension leads and multi-way adaptors. If you fit a new plug, it needs a correctly rated fuse and the cord grip must hold the cable sheath. If the plug is cut off, destroy it straight away so nobody can push it into a live socket.
The control panel has a programme selector, temperature and spin options, a drying selector, a start button and indicator lights for the cycle progress and a locked door. The programme table shows the maximum load, temperature and detergent compartments for each cycle. Special cycles cover wool, delicates and quick washes. Wash-and-dry programmes run straight on from washing into drying, so you can leave a load unattended.
For drying, the manual gives a lower maximum load than for washing, and it varies by fabric type. You can choose timed or automatic drying. Do not dry items stained with solvents, foam-rubber articles or garments not made for tumble drying. The detergent drawer has separate compartments for prewash, main wash and fabric softener. Choose detergents made for front-loading machines to avoid excess foam.
For routine care, clean the detergent drawer, check the hoses and clean the pump filter. The filter catches coins, buttons and lint that could block drainage. The troubleshooting table lists common faults, such as the machine not filling, not draining or leaking, along with their likely causes. Work through those checks before you call Indesit Assistance, and have the model and serial numbers ready. Note: parts of the source manual were not legible, so check full programme details against the printed booklet.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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