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  • Page 1

    Page 1 Y ou ca n re l y o n D efy www .defy .co .za OWNER’S MANUAL MAXIMAID 11 0 0 Automatic W ashing Machine 2 INSTALLATION 2 Unpacking 2 Transport fittings 3 Positioning the machine 3 Connection to the cold water supply 3 Connecting the drain hose 4 Electr ical connection 4 KNOW YOUR M ACHINE 4 Exte rior 4 Accessories 4 D etergent draw er 5 CON[...]

  • Page 2

    Page 2 Thank you for choosing Defy Congratulations, you have purchased one of the fine st and most modern washing machines that to- day’s technology can produce. You and your machin e are going to make a gr eat team together. But first it will pay if you really ge t to know each other. This manual will tell you all you need to know about your mac[...]

  • Page 3

    Page 3 POSITIONING THE MACHINE • The machine must stand firmly on the floor. Any instability will negatively effect its performance. • To level the machine, loosen the plastic lock nuts on the ad- justable feet using the spanner supplied. Rotate the feet until the machine stands firm and level. Tighten the lock nut s firmly. Never remove the lo[...]

  • Page 4

    Page 4 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION • The appliance must be earthed and the manuf acturer and seller do not accept responsibility for any damage due to incorrect electrical c onnection. • The three pin plug, atta ched t o th e power cord, m ust be inserted into a 15 Amp earthed wall s ocket. • Do not connect th e machine through a double ad aptor. I[...]

  • Page 5

    Page 5 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 1 POWER ON / OFF • Press this button to switch the power ON or OFF 2 START / PAUSE • Press this button to start the selected operation. Pressing it once m ore stops the machine temporarily, allowing changes to a programme to be made. Select the programme, make the changes and press the start / pause button once more [...]

  • Page 6

    Page 6 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 1 2 3 8 TEMPERATURE SELECTION • Press this button rep eatedly to se lect the wash temperature you m a y require. Illuminated windows on the display panel w ill confirm your selection. • Cold > 30°C > 40°C > 60°C > 95°C > Cold 9 RINSE AND SPIN (Maximaid 1100 only) • Press this button if you only wish to[...]

  • Page 7

    Page 7 Help ful hint s • Sort washing by material type. • Adhere to garment label washing instructions. • Fasten zips to prevent them snagging other articles. • Mend loose seams and tears before washing. • Secure all loose buttons. • Empty all pockets of coins and loose objects. • Secure or remove brassiere wires. • Wash small artic[...]

  • Page 8

    Page 8 WH IT E • Select this programme for machine washable white cotton, linen, towels and sheets. • The water temperature defaults to 95°C. • A lower temperature can not be selected. ECO WHITE • Select this programme for machine washable white cotton, linen, towels and sheets. • The water temperature defaults to 60°C. • 40°C may be[...]

  • Page 9

    Page 9 HEAVY STAIN • Select this programme for heavy fabrics such as denim, sports wear, and rucksacks. • The water temperature defaults to 40°C. • 95°C can not be selected. WO OL • Select this programme for machine washable woollens. • The water temperature defaults to COLD. • No other temperature can be selected. • Only 400 and 60[...]

  • Page 10

    Page 10 PROGRAMME FABRIC TYPE DEFAULT D A T A You may change these as required within the permissible range. WH I TE Machine washable white cotton, linen, towels and sheets. Main wash at 95°C 3 Rinses Spin at 800 r/min ECO WHIT E Machine washable white cotton, linen, towels and sheets. Main wash at 60°C 3 Rinses Spin at 800 r/min SYNTHETIC Polyam[...]

  • Page 11

    Page 11 Other useful programmes Maintenance • To remove residual detergent, pull the dispense r drawer outward, press on the marked area of the siphon, and pull the drawer free. • To facilitate cleaning, the upper part of the fabric softener compartment may be removed. • Wash the dispenser in warm water. • Remove any accumulated detergent f[...]

  • Page 12

    Page 12 CLEANING THE W ATER INLE T FILTER • Water intake filters are located at the machine in let valve and at the tap end of the inlet hose. These filters prevent dirt from entering the m achine and should be cleaned periodically. (every 30 to 40 washes.) • Close the tap and disconnect the inlet hose. • Clean the f ilters with a bristle bru[...]

  • Page 13

    Page 13 S t ain removal guide • Stained, heavily soiled or greasy laundry ma y need to be pre-washed or soaked. • Pre-washing helps loosen soil before washing. • Soaking helps remove protein type stains like blood, milk or grass. • Hot water can set stains and should not be used . • Pre-clean the stain if possible by placing the garment f[...]

  • Page 14

    Page 14 International fabric care labels Recommended washing temperatur e Bleach can be used Do not use blea ch W ash by hand only Dry on horizontal surface Do not wash Dry clean Chemicals can be used No dry cleaning No spin May be washed in centrifugal m achine Do not wash in cen trifugal m achine Line dry Ironing is perm itted Do not iron Use a w[...]

  • Page 15

    Page 15 Problem w ashing—Check list GREASY STAINS ON WASHING • Use more detergent if washing is heavily soiled. • Use both pre-wash and main wash programmes. • Check that the machine is not overloaded. GREY DIRTY LOOKING WASHING • Use more detergent if the washing is heavily soiled or if the machine is located in a hard water area. • Us[...]

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    Page 16 Service Centre s If you have followed the instructions and still have a problem, cont act the nearest Def y Service Centre. The y w ill be able to ad v ise you on an y aspect of the product or send a qualif ied technician to rep air it. BLOEMFONTEIN CAPE TOWN DURBAN EAST LONDON JOHANNESBURG Commercial Head Office, Administration, Distri but[...]

  • Page 17

    Page 17 This certifica te is issue d by DEFY APP LIANCES LIMITED ma nufact urers of De fy and Ocean products, herei nafter th e Company, to th e original purch aser only, o f the appliance de scribed on the certificate and shall constitute the only warranty given in respect of this appliance. The Compan y warran ts to the or iginal purcha ser that [...]

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    Page 18 TECHNICAL S PECIFICA TIONS Yo u c a n r el y on De f y Maximaid 1 100 Kombomaid 1 100 Electrical supply Maximum absorbed power W ater consumption (wash) Spi n sp ee d Height Width Depth Net weight 230 V , 50 Hz. 2150 W . 1 10 litres. 400,600,800,1000,1200 r/min. 930 mm. 630 mm. 750 mm 80 kg. This washing m achine is designed for domestic us[...]