Tricity Bendix BIW 123 W Washer User Manual
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1. aS a al o gt isa The standpipe should have an internal diameter of approximately 38mm see diagram thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe 38 mm 1 2 diameter standpipe Min 30 cm 12 When discharging into a standpipe ensure that the top of the curve in the hose end is no more than 90cm 35 4 and no less than 60cm 23 6 above floor level The upright standpipe should have a minimum length of 30cm 12 from the bottom of the elbow to the top of the pipe see diagram Make sure that it is designed in such a way that the end of the drain hose cannot be covered with water 7 Max 90 cm 35 4 The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Force Centre The joining piece must have an internal diameter of 18mm If you intend the drain hose to empty into a sink make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked Use the plastic U Piece supplied Important Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes Levelling Level the washing machine by raising or lowering the feet The feet may be tight to adjust as th2. White items should not be washed with coloured items Very small items handkerchiefs ribbons socks etc should be washed in a washing bag or a pillow case Use a good quality detergent suitable for automatic washing machines Use the correct quantities of detergent 11 For wool use gentle detergent only in small quantities Bleach is very corrosive it should be used with care and kept out of reach of children Some stains such as fruit wine grass rust etc are difficult to remove and should be treated before washing with specific products which can be found in most household shops In some cases it may help to soak the stain before washing with a special pre soak product or biological detergent Only wool marked Pure New Wool washable preshrunk can be washed in the machine using the wool programme other types of wool should be washed by hand or dry cleaned If you have used the machine to wash rinse or spin only non colour fast garments there may be dye left in the sump To ensure any subsequent wash is not contaminated with the dye select and carry out a rinse and spin programme without any garments to ensure that any dye is removed from the sump Once you have finished using the machine you are advised to unplug it and turn off the water taps Which detergenti To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance it is important to use the right detergent in your ever
3. blue for cold and red for hot Connect the hoses to a tap with a 3 4 thread If only a cold water supply is available connect the two hoses to a cold water outlet by means of a Y connection piece Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations requirements The appliance must be given a separate cold water supply and not be connected to a mixer tap a single outlet water heater or a booster pump A minimum water pressure of 0 48 bar is required for safe operation of the appliance If you cannot make the cold water connection direct from the rising mains you may be able to operate the appliance from your cold water storage system There should be a minimum distance of 5 02m 16 5 ft between the appliance s inlet and the bottom of the water storage tank There will be sufficient pressure for the hot water supply providing there is a minimun height of 2 74 metres 9 ft between the bottom of the cold water storage tank and the bottom of the hot water cylinder Set the hoses correctly by loosening the ring nuts After positioning the inlet hoses be sure to tighten the ring nuts again to prevent leaks 24 Water drainage This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home s water supply and drainage system The appliance drain hose should hook into a standpipe the hook in the drain hose is formed using the plastic U Piece supplied
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5. drum should be empty of laundry Select the hottest cotton wash programme Use a normal measure of detergent must be a powder such as Ariel Futur External cleaning Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only and then dry thoroughly Cleaning the dispenser drawer The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out Flush it out under a tap to remove any traces of accumulated powder 16 To aid cleaning the top part of the additive compartment should be removed Cleaning the drawer recess Having removed the drawer use a small brush to clean the recess ensuring that all washing powder residue is removed from the upper and lower part of the recess Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme without any clothes in the drum Cleaning the pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if e the machine does not empty and or spin e the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins coins etc blocking the pump Proceed as follows e Disconnect the appliance e If necessary wait until the water has cooled down e Open the pump door e Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage e Pull out the emergency emptying hose place it in the container and remove its cap e When no more water comes out unscrew t
6. fabrics 2 kg 4 5 lbs Wool 1 kg 2 2 lbs SPIN SPEED Maximum 1200 rpm CONSUMPTION DATA FOR WASHING Energy 0 85 kWh 4 5 KG NORMALLY SOILED COTTON Water 53 litres ITEMS AT 60 C PROGR C WITH COLD Time 130 mins WATER FILLING C This appliance complies with the following E E C Directives 73 23 EEC of 19 2 73 Low Voltage Directive and subsequent modifications 89 336 EEC of 3 5 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive and subsequent modifications 22 Unpacking A All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again 1 Using a spanner unscrew and remove the two rear bottom screws Slide out the two plastic pins Lay the machine on its back taking care not to squash the hoses This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor 2 Remove the polystyrene block from the bottom of the machine and release the two plastic bags 3 Very carefully slide out the left polythene bag removing it towards the right and then downwards 4 Very carefully slide out the right polythene bag removing it towards the left and then upwards 5 Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw Slide out the relevant pin 6 Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope
7. normal household e The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre listed below to give them details of your new home They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances France Senlis 33 0 344 62 20 13 Germany Nurnberg 49 0 800 234 7378 Italy Pordenone 39 0 800 117511 Sweden Stockholm 46 0 20 78 77 50 UK Slough 44 0 1753 219898 Installation Instructions A A A A A It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced this should be carried out by our Service Force Centre Technical Specifications DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm 33 5 Width 60 cm 23 6 Depth 57 cm 21 3 POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE 230 240 V 50 Hz TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2050 W 10A Minimum hot 35 kPa WATER PRESSURE Minimum 50 kPa Maximum 800 kPa MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD Cotton linen 4 5 kg 10 Ibs Synthetics 2 kg 4 5 lbs Delicate
8. on again When you intend to start the machine up again make sure that the room temperature is above 0 C Important Every time you drain the water through the emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer and then run the drain programme This will activate the ECO valve avoiding that part of the detergent remains unused at next washing Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged proceed as follows to empty out the machine e pull out the plug from the power socket e close the water taps e if necessary wait until the water has cooled down e open the pump door e place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl Remove its cap The water should drain by gravity into the bowl When the bowl is full put the cap back on the hose Empty the bowl Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out e clean the pump if necessary as previously described e replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it e screw the pump cover again and close the door 18 Something Not Working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer Before contacting your local Service Force Centre please carry out the checks listed below IMPORTANT if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below or to repair a fault cau
9. the drawer gently 4 Select the required option Depress the RINSE HOLD button if required half load 5 Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the programme 2 or 1 if you wish to perform a prewash PROGRAMME 6 Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed Depress the ON OFF button the mains on light will illuminate and the machine starts operating on off Q 7 At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically If you have depressed the RINSE HOLD button the machine will stop with the water left in the tub to prevent the fabric from creasing To drain the water and spin release the same button To drain only select programme 12 The door is controlled by a safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme Switch the machine off by depressing the ON OFF button again The mains on light goes out Remove the laundry When the programme has finished you are advised to unplug the appliance and turn off the water taps WASHING 2 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50 C Suppose you have 2 kg of Mixed fabrics to wash They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature Load the laundry Open the doo
10. BENDIX OPERATING amp INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WASHING MACHINE BIW 123 W 132993051 A Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner or should you move house and leave the appliance always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance Installation This appliance is heavy Care should be taken when moving it It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to See relevant section in instructions Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely Child Safe
11. CHINE DISHWASHER town RAINWATER RUN OFF 1 FOUL DRAIN SURFACE WATER DRAINS amp SEWERS r i SEWAGE 1 UNTREATED TREATMENT DISCHARGE WORKS y TREATED DISCHARGE FOUL SEWERS RIVER Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed Before switching on make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance s rating plate The rating plate is located at the top of the rim of the open door Ser No The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied a 13amp ASTA approved BS1363A fuse must be used Should the plug need to be replaced for any reason proceed as described below The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green and Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live GREEN amp YELLOW BROWN CORD CLAMP The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal marked N or coloured black 26 The wire c
12. D 2kg 45 example curtains Short spin Rinse Separate rinse cycle for 3 rinses RINSE hand washed synthetic 11 Short spin HOLD 2kg 20 or mixed fabrics For emptying out the Drain last rinse water in 12 Draining of water 1 The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by Woolmark for the washing of machine washable programmes with the Rinse Hold option Woolmark products provided that the garments are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine M9604 15 Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply Descaling The water we use normally contains lime It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine Do this separately from any laundry washing and according to the softening powder manufacturer s instructions This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits After each wash Leave the door open for a while This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming inside the appliance Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the door seal Maintenance Wash With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues inside the drum We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis To run a maintenance wash The
13. This may happen several times before the unbalance disappears and normal spinning can resume If after 20 minutes the laundry is still not evenly distributed in the drum the machine will not spin In this case redistribute the load manually and reselect the spin programme The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other traditional motors This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the drum when spinning as well as increased stability of the machine Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance If after the above checks there is still a fault call your local Bendix Service Force Centre Service amp Spare Parts If you require an engineer or wish to purchase spare parts contact your local Service Force Centre by telephoning 0870 5 929929 Your telephone call will be routed to the Service Centre covering your post code area For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force please visit the website at www serviceforce co uk When you call the Service Force Centre please make sure you give the model and serial number of the appliance This information can be found on the rating plate see picture or on the guarantee card In guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will ma
14. ce 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 1 3 2 Programme guide 3 Control panel 4 Door opening handle 5 Drain pump 6 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer LLI Prewash Lii Main wash 8B Fabric softener The Control Panel PROGRAMME WHITES with prewash 95 SYNTHETICS 50 7 WHITES 95 Short spin 8 mains on O FAST COLOURS 60 woot 40 9 NON FAST COLOURS 40 DELICATES 40 10 st Rinse onson rinse Rinse Long Spin Drain 12 with detegent recovery aqua control Ly l Io 1200rpm AUTO WASHER as 2345 Programme guide 2 MAINS ON Light This light illuminates when the machine starts working and goes out when the ON OFF button is released 3 On Off Button By depressing this button the machine starts operating When depressed again the machine stops 4 HALF LOAD Button Select this button to reduce water consumption on the rinse cycle when washing a smaller load of cottons or linens maximum load size 2 25 kg 5 RINSE HOLD Button Press this button to make the machine stop with water in the drum after the cotton synthetic or delicate wash cycles This prevents any creasing which may occur if the clothes are left damp in the drum When it is convenient for you to empty the machine simply press this button again so that the machine can proceed to drain and spin or select the drain programme 12 If this button i
15. ch detergent And in which form Wash Care Symbols Washing Programmes Maintenance and Cleaning Descaling After each wash Maintenance Wash External cleaning Cleaning the dispenser drawer Cleaning the drawer recess Cleaning the pump Cleaning the water inlet filters The dangers of freezing Emergency emptying out Guide to use the Instruction Book The following symbols will be found in the text to guide you throughout the instructions Something Not Working Service and Spare Parts Guarantee Conditions 7 Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Levelling Special conditions OOOOOOOO OONN NNNNO A aU A N 11 12 AN Safety instructions Hints and tips W Environmental information For the Installer Installation Instructions Technical Specifications In the interest of the environment Electrical connection 19 20 21 A Your New Washing Machine Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water energy and detergent consumption Automatic cooling of the wash water to 60 C before draining with the 95 C programme This reduces thermal shock to fabrics helping to prevent creasing The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care W Ecological hints To save water and energy and help protect the environment we recommend that you follow these hints Adjust the
16. containing the instruction booklet Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets rugs etc Check that the machine does not touch the wall or other kitchen units Never place cardboard wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor Your new washing machine has been designed to be permanently plumbed in to your home s water supply and drainage system However if this is not possible it may be connected to suitable existing taps with the drain hose discharging into a sink The appliance has two inlet hoses hot and cold with female 3 4 BSP thread connectors If this connection is not compatible with the plumbing of the existing installation a variety of connectors are available from good hardware stores and plumbers merchants to suit most domestic plumbing Any alteration to your existing plumbing must be carried out by a competent person or qualified plumber Installation on a Suspended Floor Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel at least 15 mm thick under the appliance secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws If possible install the appliance in one of the corners of the room where the floor is more stable Water inlet The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded
17. ed process to the dry cleaner TUMBLE DRYING oN with high heat setting with low heat setting go C2 May be tumble dried A d A cross through any symbol means DO NOT Important Notes fabric conditioner to avoid the conditioner entering the For best results always use the dispenser drawer for machine prematurely dispensing detergents and liquid additives When using liquid detergent and a prewash programme Once the dispenser has been filled close it by pushing it place the detergent into the correct compartment in the in gently This is particularly important if you are using dispenser drawer after the prewash has finished 13 Washing Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen Wash programme Degree of soil Programme Descrinti Possible Max Progr Washing symbol and type of laundry dial position ie a options load Sat Prewash at 40 C RINSE WHITES with For heavy soiled cotton 1 Wash at 95 C HOLD 45ke 145 prewash items 3 rinses HALF gt 58 Long spin LOAD White cotton for example normally soiled Wash at 95 C a WHITES work garments sheets 2 3 rinses HALF 4 5 kg 120 household linen Long spin LOAD underwear towels Fast coloured cotton or Wash at 60 C RINSE a linen fabrics shirts 3 3 rinses HOLD 45kg 130 COLOURS i HALF underwear towels Long spin LOAD Non fast coloured RINSE Wash at 40 C NON FAST cotton or linen fabric
18. ey incorporate a self locking nut but the machine MUST be level and stable Any necessary adjustment can be made with a spanner Accurate levelling prevents vibration noise and displacement of the machine during operation Some vibration is inevitable especially if mounted on a wooden floor Sprung wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration For advice consult a builder If possible always place the machine on a solid floor Special conditions If the floor is carpeted or covered with crumbly or soft material insert a rigid support base under the feet to prevent noise vibration or displacement The base should protrude a few centimetres beyond the edges of the machine Warning The machine should NOT be placed on deep pile carpeting Note Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown In the interest of the environment Washing machines and dishwashers should be connected to the FOUL drainage system the water will then be taken to a sewage works for treatment before being discharged safely into a river It is essential that these appliances are not connected to the surface water drainage system as this water is discharged directly into a river or stream and may cause pollution If you require any further advice please contact your local water authority 41 SHOWER SINK TOILET WASHING MA
19. form is your own personal choice TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum TRADITIONAL LIQUIDS Liquid can be placed in the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer marked with the symbol LIU start the machine immediately upon placing the detergent in the dispenser drawer Alternatively the detergent is measured into the specially designed dosing device which should be placed on top of the laundry and at the back of the machine drum COMPACT POWDERS AND LIQUIDS Compact detergents or concentrates as they are also known are available in liquid or powder form and generally require a smaller dosage Follow the manufacturer s instructions to ensure the most economical usage Pour the detergent directly into the dispenser drawer or alternatively measure the detergent into the specially designed dosing device which should be placed on top of the laundry and at the back of the machine drum Tf you use a dosing device in a washer dryer please ensure the dosing device ball is removed before carrying out a drying programme FABRIC CONDITIONERS These are ideal for improving softness and also reduce static cling on synthetics and make ironing easier They are available in two types For example Lenor liquid fabric softener for use in the washing machine washer dryer The liquid fabric softener should be poured into the co
20. hable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener Damage to the fabric can ensue if you over fill Refer to the manufacturer s recommendations of quantities As some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed in large commercial machines because of their bulk please check with the manufacturer of the item before washing in a domestic machine Leave the porthole door slightly ajar between washes to preserve the door seal Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning Contact your local Service Force Centre Always insist on genuine spare parts Contents For the User Important Safety Information Your New Washing Machine Description of the Appliance Detergent dispenser drawer The Control Panel Operating sequence Washing 4 5 kg of white cotton at 95 C Load the laundry Measure out the detergent Measure out the fabric softener Select the required option Select the required programme Start the machine At the end of the programme Washing 2 kg of mixed fabrics at 50 C Load the laundry Measure out the detergent Measure out the fabric softener Select the required option Select the required programme Start the machine At the end of the programme Washing Hints Whi
21. he pump cover and remove it Always keep a cloth nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover e Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it e Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat e Screw the pump cover fully in e Close the pump door A Warning When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle and is empty When replacing the cover ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it 17 Cleaning the water inlet filters If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit the water inlet filters may become clogged It is therefore a good idea to clean them from time to time Turn off the water taps Unscrew the water inlet hoses Clean the filters using a hard bristle brush Tighten up the inlet hoses The dangers of freezing If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0 C certain precautions should be taken Turn off the water taps Unscrew the inlet hoses Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hoses in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out Screw the water inlet hoses back on and reposition the emergency emptying hoses after having put the cap
22. ke a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in guarantee service calls 20 Customer Care For general enquiries concerning your Bendix appliance or for further information on Bendix products please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone as follows Customer Care Department Bendix 55 77 High Street Slough Berkshire SL1 1DZ Tel 08705 950950 calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes Mod Prod No Ser No Guarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditions We Bendix undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials we will at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour materials or carriage on condition that e The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate e The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only and in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions The appliance has not been serviced maintained repaired taken apart or tampered with by any person not authorised by us All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Bendix Service Force Centre Any appliance or defective par
23. mpartment marked with the symbol B Follow the manufacturer s dosage instructions and never exceed the MAX level Bounce conditioning sheets for use in a tumble dryer We recommend the conditioning sheets are pinned using a safety pin to an article of laundry and placed in the tumble dryer i Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine WASHING SYMBOL WASH ACTION FABRIC White Cotton or Linen Normal Maximum without Special Finishes Cotton Linen or Viscose Normal Maximum without Special Finishes Colourfast at 60 C Nylon Polyester Cotton Viscose Reduced Medium with Special Finishes Cotton Acrylic Mix Cotton Linen or Viscose Colourfast at 40 C but not 60 C Acrylics Acetate Triacetate Wool Normal Maximum eg ge a Beaucee Medin mixes Polyester wool blends Much Reduced Minimum Wool wool mixtures Silks Hand wash only Do not machine wash BLEACHING A Chlorine bleach may be used IRONING c Hot iron Cotton Linen Viscose cal Warm iron Polyester mixtures Wool co Cool iron Acrylic Nylon Polyester DRY CLEANING May be dry cleaned Other letters and or a bar beneath the circle will indicate the requir
24. oloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked L or coloured red Upon completion there must be no cut or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath WARNING A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety shock hazard Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed of safely Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced this should be carried out by our Service Force Centre Note When the appliance is installed the power supply cable must be accessible Permanent connection In the case of permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply mains with a minimum gap of 3mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point BENDIX Electrolux 55 77High Street Slough Berkshire SL1 1DZ Consumer care telephone number 08705 950950 H From the Electrolux Group The world s No 1 choice The Electrolux Group is the world s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen cleaning and outdoor use More than 55 million Electrolux Group products such as refrigerators cookers washing machines vacuum cleaners chain saws and lawn mowers are sold each year to a value of approx USD 14 billion in more than 150
25. quantity of detergent according to the hardness of your water supply the amount of laundry and the degree of soiling A programme without prewash is sufficient for normally soiled laundry The machine works more economically if it is fully loaded With adequate pre treatment stains and limited soiling can be removed the laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature so saving energy Important Your machine is fitted with a balance control device which ensures the machine is stable during the spin If the wash load appears not to have been spun sufficiently at the end of the wash cycle because it is not evenly distributed in the drum the balance control device may have operated It will therefore be necessary to redistribute the wash load manually and select a spin programme For more detailed information see the section headed Something Not Working W In the interest of the environment Materials marked with the symbol he are recyclable Check with your local Council or Environmental Health Office to see if there are facilities in your area for re cycling this appliance When the appliance is to be scrapped cut off the power supply cable and make the door lock device unusable to prevent young children from being trapped inside Help to keep your country tidy use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance How do we help to protect the environment We use recycled paper Description of the Applian
26. r by pulling the door handle outwards Place the laundry in the drum one item at a time shaking them out as much as possible Close the door 2 Measure out the detergent Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops Measure out the amount of detergent required and pour it into the main wash compartment LIU 3 Measure out the fabric softener If required pour fabric softener into the compartment marked amp the amount used must not exceed the MAX mark in the drawer Close the drawer gently 4 Select the required option Depress the RINSE HOLD button if required half rinse load hold O 5 Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the programme 7 PROGRAMME 12 1 2 3 3 6 Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed Depress the ON OFF button the mains on light will illuminate and the machine starts operating on off Q 7 At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically If you have depressed the RINSE HOLD button the machine will stop with the water left in the tub to prevent the fabric from creasing To drain the water and spin release the same button To drain only select programme 12 The door is controlled by a
27. s 4 3 rinses HOLD 45kg 115 COLOURS shirts blouses Lons spii HALF l underwear LOAD Rinse Separate rinse cycle for 5 4 rinses RINSE 45ke 58 cotton and linen items Long spin HOLD ae Separate spin for 12 Long Spin cotton and linen items 6 rene apu This programme at 60 C with cold water filling and a wash load of 4 5 kg is the reference programme for the Energy label according to EEC Directive 92 75 Water filling 40 programmes cold water filling 50 60 programmes hot and cold filling programmes hot water filling 95 The programme times are intended as a guide only The actual time will vary depending on incoming water temperature and pressure 14 Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics mixed fabrics wool and delicates Wash programme Programme Possible M Progr Type of laun n Descripti ax time Washing symbol YP diy dial position pronpron options load in Synthetic or mixed fabrics underwear Wash at 50 C RINSE SYNTHETICS coloured garments 7 3 rinses HOLD 2 kg 60 non shrink shirts Short spin blouses Short Separate spin for hand 8 Draining of water 2k 6 Spin washed delicate items and short spin 8 Specially tested programme for wool Wash at 40 C RINSE garments bearing the HOLD lk 50 WOOL Pure new wool non 9 T a in 8 shrink machine p washable label f Wash at 40 C RINSE DELICATES _ Delicate fabrics for 10 3 rinses HOL
28. s not activated the washing programmes will end with a spin 6 Programme Selector Dial Turn the dial clockwise to select the required wash programme Before setting the dial to any position the machine must be switched off by depressing the ON OFF button again i Operating Sequence Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment WJ of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve Then run a cotton cycle at 60 C without any laundry in the machine to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub Pour 1 2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine WASHING 4 5 KG OF WHITE COTTON AT 95 C Suppose you have 4 5 kg of normally soiled laundry to wash It is white cotton and is suitable for high temperature washing Load the laundry Open the door by pulling the door handle outwards Place the laundry in the drum one item at a time shaking them out as much as possible Close the door 2 Measure out the detergent Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops Measure out the amount of detergent required and pour it into the main wash compartment LIH If you wish to carry out the prewash pour detergent into the compartment marked LI 3 Measure out the fabric softener If required pour fabric softener into the compartment marked amp the amount used must not exceed the MAX mark in the drawer Close
29. safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme Switch the machine off by depressing the ON OFF button again The mains on light goes out Remove the laundry When the programme has finished you are advised to unplug the appliance and turn off the water taps 10 i Washing Hints Do NOT overload the machine Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide 1000g 1 kg Sheet 700 1000 g Pillow case 100 200 g Tablecloth 400 500 g Serviette 50 100 g Tea towel 70 120 g Linen hand towel 100 150 g Towelling hand towel 150 250 g Towelling bath towel 700 1000 g Bath robe 1000 1500 g Man s shirt 200 300 g Apron 150 200 g Load the laundry loosely alternating large items with small ones Sort the laundry according to the type of fabric colour fastness and how dirty it is Avoid washing unhemmed or torn items as they may unravel e Before washing empty all pockets of small objects which may have been left inside coins keys screws etc as these could damage the drain pump When washing curtains remove the hooks e Close poppers and zips and fasten loose buttons It is essential to wash new coloured items separately when washing for the first time When washing fabrics requiring different wash temperatures together always select the lowest temperature
30. sed by incorrect use or installation a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee Symptom Possible causes The machine does not start The door has not been closed The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket There is no supply at the socket The main fuse or the fuse in the plug has blown The selector dial is not correctly positioned The ON OFF button has not been depressed The machine does not fill The machine fills then empties immediately Ensure the water taps are open The filters in the inlet hoses are blocked The inlet hoses may be squashed or kinked The door has not been closed The end of the drain hose is too low The end of the drain hose is submerged in water There is no vent in the end of the drain hose The machine does not empty and or does not spin There is water on the floor Unsatisfactory washing results The machine vibrates when spinning The drain hose may be squashed or kinked The RINSE HOLD option has been selected The drain hose extension if fitted is not correct Follow the instructions for connecting to the waste The drain pump may be blocked The wash load is unbalanced redistribute the clothes inside the drum to allow the machine to spin Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used creates too much foam Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose s fittings It is not always easy to see
31. t replaced shall become the Company s property This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights Home visits are made between 8 30am and 5 30pm Monday to Friday Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged Exclusions This guarantee does not cover e Damage or calls resulting from transportation improper use or neglect the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic e Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United Kingdom e Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment plus those which are subject to rental agreements e Products of Bendix manufacture which are NOT marketed by Bendix European guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications e The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product e The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of products e The guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user e Your new home is within the European Community EC or European Free Trade Area e The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically i e a
32. this as the water runs down the hose check to see if it is damp The drain hose may be damaged or not securely positioned The detergent dispenser drawer or recess is clogged The drainage system pipes are blocked The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not been replaced after cleaning the filter The pump cover has not been screwed fully in Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used An insufficient amount of detergent leaves the laundry looking grey and causes lime scale to form Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing The correct wash programme has not been selected Too much laundry has been placed in the drum The internal packing has not been removed The machine is in contact with the wall or furniture The machine is not stable and level check diagonally The washing load is badly distributed in the drum Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum 19 Symptom Possible causes The door will not open tub The programme is still running The door lock has not yet released Water in the tub the door cannot be opened if water is present in the Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin The machine makes an unusual e noise No water is visible in the drum e The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum The laundry is redistributed by reverse rotation of the drum
33. ty This appliance is designed to be operated by adults Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines Please check your drum before use The glass door becomes very hot during the washing cycle Keep children away from the vicinity of the appliance whilst it is in operation e Keep all packaging well away from children e Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children s reach Use Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use Do not overload the appliance See relevant section in the instruction book Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed If in doubt consult the care label on the clothes Before washing ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint ink rust and grass before washing Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed Any objects such as coins safety pins nails screws stones or any other hard sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed If volatile cleaning fluids are used care should be taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in the machine Wash small items such as socks laces was
34. yday wash and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use different types of detergent for different washes whether for whites colours or delicates WHITES We recommend the Ariel product range which is biological and designed to provide excellent cleaning and stain removal even at low temperatures NON BIOLOGICAL If you prefer to use a non biological detergent which does not contain enzymes we recommend Fairy Fairy provides good cleaning and stain removal COLOUREDS For coloured items you should usea mys detergent which is designed to clean i while maintaining the original colour Ariel Color does not contain bleach and therefore helps to preserve colours DELICATE ITEMS When washing delicates such as woollens you should use a product which is specially designed to care for fine fabrics Dreft Automatic is suitable for woollens and other delicates LAUNDRY BLEACH For additional stain removal you may wish to use a product such as Ace Gentle Bleach which is used in addition to your chosen detergent Ace is suitable for all washable fabrics including silks woollens and coloureds N 12 And in which form Not only are there different types of detergent but they are also available in different forms Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact
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