Gorenje Wa 543 Manual English -After each wash: Leave door and detergent drawer slightly open to dry. Every 1–2 months: The manual instructs a "maintenance wash" before using the machine for laundry: Gorenje Wa 543 Manual English The English manual dedicates a full spread to the control panel. Here is the translation of the symbols and dials: After each wash: Leave door and detergent drawer | Control Element | Function | | :--- | :--- | | Programme Dial | Rotate to select wash cycles (Cotton, Synthetics, Delicates, Wool, Quick 15’, etc.) | | Temperature Button | Adjusts degrees (°C); press until desired temp lights up (Cold / 20° / 30° / 40° / 60° / 90°) | | Spin Speed Button | Reduces spin speed or selects "Rinse Hold" (laundry stays in water) or "No Spin" | | Delay Start Button | Delays the start by 1 to 24 hours. Useful for off-peak electricity hours. | | Extra Rinse Button | Adds one or two additional rinses (essential for people with allergies or sensitive skin). | | Start/Pause Button | Begins the cycle; press and hold to pause a running cycle. | | Digital Display | Shows remaining time, spin speed, error codes (E1, E2, E3...), and Child Lock status. | Run a 90°C empty cotton cycle with machine | Problem | Likely Cause | Solution | |---------|--------------|----------| | Doesn’t start | Door not fully closed, unplugged, paused | Close door firmly; check power; press Start | | No water fills | Tap off, hose kinked, filter blocked | Open tap; straighten hose; clean inlet filter | | Vibrates / moves | Transport bolts still in, not level | Remove bolts; level feet | | Won’t spin | Unbalanced load, Rinse hold activated | Redistribute laundry; turn dial to Spin | | Water leaks | Loose hose connections, overfilled softener | Tighten hoses; clean softener compartment | | Error light blinks | Door open, pump blocked, drain issue | Close door; clean pump filter | |