Tricity Bendix AW1002 W manual

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    User manual W ashing Machine A W1002 W 126.2942.00…AW1002W.qxd 29/11/07 19:00 Página 1 Por Susana Ruiz Moreno fecha 7:52 , 30/11/2007[...]

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    2 Content Safety information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -3 Description of the appliance - - - - - - - - - - - -5 Detergent dispenser drawer - - - - - - - - - - - -5 Control panel and functions - - - - - - - - - - - -6 Programme table - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -7 Programme information - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -9 W ashing Hints [...]

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    3 Safety information In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully , including its hints and warnings. T o avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation[...]

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    4 Use ● This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed. ● Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label. ● Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user manual. ● Before washing, ensure t[...]

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    5 Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door opening handle Drain pump Adjustable feet 5 4 3 2 1 Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash W ash Fabric Softener 126.2942.00…AW1002W.qxd 29/11/07 19:00 Página 5[...]

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    Control panel and functions 6 Programme selector dial and On/Off switch ● The programme selector dial allows to select a programme and/or to switch the machine on/off. It can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. The light Start/Pause starts to flash. Programme selector temperature ● The programme selector temperature allows to select a [...]

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    7 Programme table Max load for Cottons ..................................5 kg Max load for Synthetics..............................3 kg Max load for Delicates ..............................3 kg Cottons 95° White cotton (heavy soiled cotton items): e.g. sheets, tablecloths, household linen, towels. Spin red. Prewash, Super Quick Main wash at 95°C [...]

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    8 Programme table Max load for Wool/Handwash .............................. 2 kg Max load for Mini 30‘ .......................................... 2.5 kg Max load for Silk ....................................................1 kg Max load for Sport Shoes 40 ° ............................1 pair (2 pairs if they are small) Max load for Sport 40° ..[...]

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    9 Programme information Rinse With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final spin at maximum speed. The spin speed can be reduced by depressing Spin button. Drain For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programme with the Rinse Hold opti[...]

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    10 W ashing hints Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer ’ s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. T emperatures Before loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds together . Whites may lose their «whiteness» in the wash[...]

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    11 Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover , lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be c[...]

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    12 Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. W ater hardness is classified in so-called «degrees» of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company , or from [...]

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    13 Operating sequence 1. Load the laundry Open the door by carefully 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 and the fabric softener Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure out the amount of detergent requir[...]

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    14 Operating sequence 5. Select Prewash, Intensive, Super Quick option Press the «Options» button repeatedly , to select only one of the available options. The relevant light will light up. Prewash: select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed at 30°C before the main wash (not available for Wool, Handwash, Mini 30’ and Silk) . T[...]

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    15 Operating sequence Altering an option or a running programme It is possible to change any option before the programme carries it out. Before you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the Start/Pause button. Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it. T urn the programme selector dial to Off and then t[...]

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    16 IMPORT ANT! Y ou must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply , before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. 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 powde[...]

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    17 ● 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. ● Screw the pump cover fully in. ● Close the pump door . IMPORT ANT! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Never remove the[...]

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    18 Malfunction Possible Cause / Solution The washing machine does not start: The door has not been closed. (Red Start/Pause pilot light flashes) • Close firmly the door . The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket. • Insert the plug into the power socket. There is no power at the socket. • Please check your domestic electrical inst[...]

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    19 Malfunction Possible Cause / Solution The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: The drain hose is squashed or kinked. (Red Start/ Pause pilot light flashes) • Check the drain hose connection. The drain pump is clogged. (Red Start/Pause pilot light flashes) • Clean the drain pump. The option has been selected. • Select the Drain or S[...]

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    20 The machine vibrates or is noisy: The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. • Check the correct installation of the appliance. The support feet have not been adjusted. • Check the correct levelling of the appliance. The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. • Redistribute the laundry . Maybe there is very little laundry[...]

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    21 T echnical data Dimensions Width 60 cm 85 cm 63 cm Height Depth (inclunding the porthole) W ater supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa 0,8 MPa Maximum Cotton Synthetics Delicates Woollens and handwash Maximum Load 5 kg 3 kg 3 kg 2 kg Maximum Spin Speed 0 1000 rpm Electrical connection V oltage - Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical conn[...]

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    22 Consumption values Programme duration (in minutes) Programme Energy consumption (in kWh) Wa te r consumption (in litres) 125 Cottons 95°C 2.0 61 155 Cottons 60° Eco( * ) 1.02 54 100 Cottons 60°C - 40°C 1.3 58 145 Cottons 40°C Eco 1.14 54 90 Synthetics Easy Iron 40°C 0.35 60 55 Delicates 40°C - 30°C 0.55 60 60 Wool 40°C 0.4 53 60 Handwas[...]

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    23 Installation instruction T ransit security bars Before starting the machine up, the transport security bars must be removed as follows: Y ou are advised to keep all the transport security bars. In case the appliance has to be transported again. 1. Unscrew and remove the three rear screws by means of a key . 2. Lean the appliance back on the rear[...]

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    24 W ater inlet There should be a COLD W A TER tap near the washing machine with a screwing on connection pipe of 3/4" for the water supply , a sink, a wash basin or a drainage system in the wall. Previously check if: - it is not a hot water tap. - the running water is clean. If not, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris[...]

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    25 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 your drain hose looks like this (see below) you do not require the «U» piece. Just push the hose firmly into the standpipe. 2. Onto a[...]

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    26 If you require any further advice please contact your local water authority . 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 earthed. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observ[...]

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    27 Environmental concerns Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to [...]

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    28 Guarantee conditions Standard guarantee conditions We, Zanussi-Electrolux, undertake that if within12 months of the date of the purchase this Zanussi-Electrolux 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 OFCHARGE for labour , ma[...]

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    29 For Customer Service in The Republic of Ireland please contact us at the address below: Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd Long Mile Road, Dublin 12, Republic of Ireland T el: + 353 (0)1 4090751 Email: service.eid@electrolux.ie European guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux, in each of the countries listed in the following page, for the p[...]

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