Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product BIW 123 W BENDIX
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W ASHING MACHINE BIW 123 W OPERA TING & INST ALLA TION INSTRUCTIONS 132993051 132993051.qxd 11/18/02 9:29 AM Pagina 1 (Nero/Process Black pellicola).
2 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.
3 Contents F or the User Important Safety Information 2 Y our New W ashing Machine 4 Description of the Appliance 5 Detergent dispenser drawer 5 The Control Panel 6 Operating sequence 7-10 W ashing 4.
4 Y our New W ashing Machine Y our new washing machine meets all moder n requir ements for ef fective 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.
5 Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 Control panel 4 Door opening handle 5 Drain pump 6 Adjustable feet Deter gent dispenser dr a w er Prewash Main wash Fabr.
1 Pr ogr amme 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.
7 Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment 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.
8 6. Star t 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.
9 W ASHING 2 KG OF MIXED F ABRICS A T 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. 1. Load the laundr y 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.
10 7. At the end of the pr ogr amme 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. T o drain the water and spin, release the same button.
11 W ashing Hints Do NOT overload the machine. W eigh 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 Shee.
12 And in which f orm? Not only are there different types of deter gent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is your own personal choice. TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer .
13 W ash Car e Symbols W ash 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.
14 W ashing Pr ogrammes Degree of soil and type of laundry Description W ash programme/ W ashing symbol Programme dial position Possible options Max. load F AST COLOURS WHITES For heavy soiled cotton items. Fast coloured cotton or linen fabrics, shirts, underwear , towels.
15 W ashing Pr ogrammes T ype of laundry Description W ash programme/ W ashing symbol Programme dial position SYNTHETICS Possible options Short Spin WOOL DELICA TES Synthetic or mixed fabrics, underwear , coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
16 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.
17 container and remove its cap. • When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover and remove it. Always keep a cloth nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover . • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. • Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat.
18 • 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.
19 Something Not W orking Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer .
Symptom The door will not open Possible causes ● The programme is still running. ● The door lock has not yet released. ● W ater in the tub: the door cannot be opened if water is present in the tub.
21 Guarantee Conditions Standar d guar antee conditions W e, 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.
22 Installation Instructions T echnical Specifications 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.
23 Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Y ou 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.
24 W ater inlet The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded, 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.
25 Le v elling Level the washing machine by raising or lowering the feet. The feet may be tight to adjust as they 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.
26 Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. W ARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EAR THED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.
Electrolux, 55-77High Str eet, Slough, Berkshire SL1 1DZ Consumer care telephone number 08705 950950 © Electrolux plc 2002 132993051.qxd 11/18/02 9:30 AM Pagina 27 (Nero/Process Black pellicola).
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