User manual BRANDT WBF1114U

INSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE BOOKLET ENGLISH Instruction and maintenance booklet ENGLISH List of contents Getting to know your Washing Machine...................................................................... Preliminary Warnings..................................................................................................... Description of the washing machine ........................................................................... Using de selector controls............................................................................................. Stop/start button ............................................................................................................. Additional functions buttons.......................................................................................... Loading the machine ..................................................................................................... Adding detergent and additives................................................................................... Detergent......................................................................................................................... Detergent guide ............................................................................................................. Selecting the wash programme.................................................................................... Programme Tables ......................................................................................................... Programme guide .......................................................................................................... Cleaning your washing machine before ..................................................................... Start your machine ......................................................................................................... End of programme ......................................................................................................... Practical advice for a better wash................................................................................ Sorting the Clothes ........................................................................................................ Care Label Symbols....................................................................................................... Treating stains ................................................................................................................. Practical advice on the wash load ................................................................................ General hints on washing.............................................................................................. General Tips.................................................................................................................... Troubleshooting guide................................................................................................... 4 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 7 7 8 10 10 10 10 10 11 11 12 12 12 13 3 ENGLISH Getting to know your washing machine Before doing anything else your should get to know your washing machine perfectly. To help you recognise all the different devices and elements which your machine is equipped with, we have included some diagrams. These can be found at the back of the BOOKLET, inside the back cover. Please study them carefully. They will help you to understand the text and to visually locate all the elements which make up your machine. Moreover, for the same reason, some models have a patented system by means of which the drum turns faster than normal for a short amount of time (2 seconds) only in the wash programmes for normal fabrics (cotton, linen, ect.). This occurrs between six and eight times during the whole wash. Description of the washing machine (Figure 1) 1.- Top 2.- Loading door 3.- Handle 4.- Exterior door (depending on model) 5.- Plinth (depending on model) Control panel (Figure 2) 6.- Programme selector control knob 7.- Wash temperature selector control knob 8.- Additional function buttons 9.- Detergent dispenser 10.- "ON" light 11.- Opening the door Preliminary warnings Installation It is essential that the installation of your WASHING MACHINE be carried out in accordance with current standards. Specific installation instructions can be found in the INSTALLATION MANUAL. Before starting your washing machine, it is absolutely essential to remove the INTERNAL FIXING SCREWS, used for transit. To do this, consult the installation manual. Technical specifications table Stuck of your WASHING MACHINE, you will find a TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TABLE, which gives the technical and identification information for your machine. THIS LABEL SHOULD BE CONSULTED BEFORE MAKING ANY ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. In order to preserve the environment, your washing machine is equipped with a system which is capable of adapting to different conditions of use (amount of clothes and type of fabric), there by ensuring an optimum level of water and power with the same wash and rinse results. This means that during the washing process, the amount of water you observe through the hatch may seem low. Using the selector controls Programme selector control You can use this control to select the Wash Programme your require. Turn the control knob clockwise until the indicator coincides with the number of the programme required. NEVER TRY TO FORCE THE KNOB in the opposite direction. Temperature selector control o Use this control to select the wash temperature your require. Turn it gently until the number corresponding to the temperature required coincides with the indicator. Il you want to wash with cold water, turn the knob until the cold symbol coincides with the indicator. C 4 ENGLISH Stop/start button Once you have selected the programme you require, press this button to start your washing machine (the button sticks out from the control panel). The "ON" light will come on after a few seconds, during which time the Door Safety device is activated. If the programme is completed without interruptions, you can open the loading door once the programme is over and yo have waited for the Door Locking Safety device to the deactivated (about 2 minutes). The "ON" light will go off to indicate this. When your washing machine is in operation, the wash cycle can be interrupted by pressing the Stop/Start button. The "ON" light will go off. Press the Stop/Start button again, to start your washing machine from the phase of the cycle where it left off. If you stop your machine from the phase of the cycle where it left off. If you stop your machine to add or remove garments, make sure that the water level not so high the it could overflow when the door is opened. Also make sure that the temperature inside the drum is not too high. Remember that even though the "ON" light goes off, you have to wait about two minutes until the door safety device is deactivated before you can open the door. No Sping button Press this button to eliminate the Spin phase from any programme selected. This will help to avoid creasing when washing special fabrics. 900 1300 000 000 000 000 Sping selector button 500 800 Press this button to reduce the spin speed. This function is specially recommended for washing clothes which are very worn or have a special finish. Creaseguard button Press this button to interrupt the last rinse and hold the clothes immersed in water inside the drum to avoid creasin. Press the button again to complete the programme. Or select the drain-only programme to avoid the spin cycle. Extra Rinse Button Press this button to increase the final rince. This increases water consumption. Cold Wash Button Press this button to select a vold wash programme. 1/2 Load Button In the models which do not have the Automatic Variable Capacity feature, press this button to save water by reducing consumption when washing small loads. Additional functions buttons By pressing these buttons, you can include a series of additional functions and features in the wash programme you have selected. These functions and features will enable you to adjust the wash to your particular needs and requirements. These functions are activated when the button sticks our form the control panel, enabling you to see the symbol printed on it. Depending on the model, your washing machine will have some of the following functions. Loading the machine Opening the door In order to open the door, pull outwards on the handle (Figure 1-3). Loading the drum When loading clothes into the drum, you should bear the following points in mind: - Make sure all the pockets are empty. - Stretch out and unfold each item. - Put the items into the drum one by one, so that they do not get tangled up together. 5 ENGLISH - Take into account the recommended load size for each programme. - When washing towels, try not to wash them on their own. Mix them in with other clothes. Once you have loades the drum, close the door by pressing on it until it is properly closed. Make sure that no clothes get trapped between the door and the rubber seal. washing machine. To do this you need the optional dispenser which you can obtain through the FAGOR SERVICE NETWORK. This optional dispenser should be placed in the COMPARMENT of the detergent dispenser (Figure 3-A). Always use the amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer. However, the detergent should never go above the MAX level marked on the side of the dispenser. Adding detergent and additives Before starting the wash programme, add the detergent or additive to the detergent dispenser (Figure 3). Depending on the model, the detergent dispenser in your washing machine has three our four compartments marked with the following symbols: compartment: For the PREWASH detergent. compartment: For the MAIN WASJ detergent. compartment: For additives like starch, fabric conditioner, etc., if required CI Detergent Only use detergents suitable for automatic washing machines good quality detergents which do not produce too much lather. When washing woollen garments, only use neutral detergents. Detergent guide Remember that the amount of detergent to be used always depends on: - The size of the load. - The type of clothes to be washed. - How dirty the clothes are. - The hardness of the water. Using more detergent than necessary will not improve the results of your wash. In addition to being a waste it will also have negative effects on the environment. For wash programmes without a prewash, it is best to use detergents which can be put straight in the drum. In any case, we recommend that you follow the instructions of the manufacturer of the detergent used. compartment: (Optional) For liquid whiteners: bleach etc., if required. Note: The level of liquids should never exceed the MAX LEVEL (Fig. 3). Optional dispenser You can also use liquid detergent in your 6 ENGLISH The following table will help you to determine the amount of detergent to be used, depending on the hardness of the water and the size of the load. 4,5 Water Hardness (French measures) Soft: (Up to 12) Medium (12/25) Hard (25/37) Very hard (over 37) 90 125 160 180 LOAD SIZE IN KG 3,5 2 80 115 140 160 65 90 110 130 1 KG. 55 75 90 110 AMOUNT OF DETERGENT IN GRAMMES Information about water hardness can be obtained from your local authority. If your water hardness is measured in German measures, divide the hardness values given above by 1.78. Selecting the wash programme You now have a MULTIPROGRAMME WASHING MACHINE which allows you to adapt your wash to all types of clothes. For this you have 3 types of PROGRAMMES: 1.- NORMAL PROGRAMMES, suitable for washing resistant clothes. 2.- DELICATE PROGRAMMES suitable for washing delicate fabrics. 3.- WOOL PROGRAMME Moreover, both the Normal and Delicate programmes can operate with hot or cold water, if your washing machines respective water inlets are properly connected. The wash systems installed in your washing machine are suitable for washing both cotton and synthetic garments, and wool, silk and acrylics. Basically, the PROGRAMMES are differentiated by the drum rotation rate and by temperature, wash time and water level. In general NORMAL cycles are suitable for washing resistant fabrics such as cotton, resistant synthetics, linen, etc., while the DELICATE cycles, with a gentler drum rotation, and lower temperatures are designed for washing synthetics, mixed cotton etc.; and lastly the WOOL cycle is recommended for that type of fabric. The models which have a wash temperature Selector also have Automatic Variable Load adjustment so that water and electricity consumption is automatically adjusted to the quantity of clothes to be washed. Programme Charts On the next page you have a detailed PROGRAMMES CHART. Consult it to fina all the data relating to the different types of wash programmes which your washing machine offers. Depending on your model, the same chart in shortened form is given on the front panel of the detergent tray or on an accessible card located inside the tray. You will have one of the tables given bellow, depending on your washing machine model. It will the with either 10 or 13 wash programmes. 7 Guide for washing machines with 12 programmes Maximum recommended load: see reference plates Range of recommend. temperatures Normal wash programmes: Fabrics of cotton, linen, canvas, etc. Water entry Wash product compartements Clothes symbols Degree of dirtiness whites/coloureds Program. Setting PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIOR Estimated duration 90-70º C 90 · 60 CI 1 40-Cold 30 40 90 60 CI Prewash, followed by wash, rinsing, automatic absorption of additives if required and final spin. 60-50º C Hot and cold ·· Very dirty Resistant colours Very dirty Delicate colours Dirty White Dirty Resistant colours 40 30 90 60 Very dirty White 110-130 minutes 120-130 minutes 105-120 minutes 95-115 minutes 105-115 minutes 90-70º C ·· Hot and cold 2 40-Cold 90-70º C Wash, rinsing, automatic absorption of additives if required and final spin. 60-50º C Sliightly soiled Delicate colours Dirty White Dirty Resistant colours 30 40 90-105 minutes 100-120 minutes 110-120 minutes Sliightly soiled Delicate colours ·· Cold CI 3 60-50º C 40-Cold Wash, rinsing, automatic absorption of additives if required and final spin. 95-105 minutes 4 Cold Rince with automatic absorption of additives if required and final spin. CI Resistant fabrics. 40 minutes 5 Draining and long spin. Resistant fabrics. 8 minutes Delicate wash programmes: Delicate synthetic fabrics, mixed fabrics, etc. Maximum recommended load: 2,5/3 kg (half of the maximum washing machine load) Range of recommend. tempatures Program. Setting PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIOR Water entry Wash product compartements Clothes symbols Degree of dirtiness whites/coloureds Estimated duration 60-50º C 60 6 40-Cold 30 60 40 Wash, rinsing, automatic adsorption of additives if required and final spin. Hot and cold ·· Sliightly soiled Delicate colours Dirty White 40 Dirty White 70-80 minutes 45-50 minutes 80-85 minutes 50-55 minutes 60-50º C Cold 7 40-Cold 30 Wash, rinsing, automatic adsorption of additives if required and final spin. ·· Sliightly soiled Delicate colours 8 Cold 30 Short wash, rinsing, automatic aborption of additives if required and final spin. 40-Cold ·· 40 Sliightly soiled Delicate colours 45-50 minutes 9 Cold Rinse with automatic absorption of conditioner and final spin. Resistant fabrics. 10 minutes 10 Draining and gentle spin. Resistant fabrics. 6 minutes Wool wash programme: Wool Fabrics Maximum recommended load: 1.0 kg 11 Wash, rinsing, automatic absorption of additives if required and draining. 40-Cold Cold ·· 30 40 Sliightly soiled Delicate colours 40-50 minutes 5 minutes 12 Draining without spin. ENGLISH Cleaning your washing machine before It is advisable to clean the inside of your washing machine before using it for the firts time, in order to get rid of any lubricants or water left over from testing. To do this you should: End of programme When the programme selector control knob reaches the STOP POSITION, this means that the programme has finished. DO NOT OPEN THE DOOR OF YOUR WASHING MACHINE UNTIL THE DOOR SAFETY DEVICE IS DEACTIVATED. Press the STOP/START button. ­ Put a measure of detergent into the COMPARTMENT of the DETERGENT DISPENSER. Select WASH PROGRAMME "2" (90º without prewash) with the Programme Selector control knob. Start the washing machine. Wait until the PROGRAMME finishes. ­ Practical advice for a better wash There follows some advice, which you should bear in mind when using your washing machine. Advice concerning the different type of clothes you can wash and the different types of detergent you can use. Please read these pages carefully, as they will help you to get the best results from your machine and to maintain it properly. THE RECOMMENDED LOAD OF DRY CLOTHES FOR YOUR WASHING MACHINE IS A MAXIMUM OF 5 KG IF YOUR MACHINE HAS: · A 1300/800 OR 1200/800 SPIN BUTTON. · A SELECTOR KNOB WITH THE SPEED OF 1300 OR 1200. OTHERWISE, THE RECOMMENDED LOAD IS A MUXIMUM OF 4.5 KG. 900 500 1300 800 000 000 000 000 ­ ­ Starting your machine When starting your washing machine, carefully follow all the steps explained bellow: 1. Check that the washing machine is plugged in and that the power is turned on. 2. Turn on the tap or open the stopcock. 3. Put the clothes into the DRUM. 4. Close the LOADING DOOR properly. 5. Put the required amount of detergent into the DETERGENT DISPENSER. 6. Select the PROGRAMME you require with the PROGRAMME SELECTOR control knob. 7. Select the wash temperature with the TEMPERATURE SELECTOR control knob. 8. Select the required spin speed with the SPIN SPEED SELECTOR DIAL. 9. Select any special functions you require by pressing the corresponding buttons. 10. Press the STOP/START button. The "ON" light will come on. The wash programme selected will now begin. Sorting the Clothes Sort the different articles of clothing according to: ­ COLOUR ­ DIRTINESS ­ SENSITIVITY Colour ­ Before putting the clothes into the machine, sort the clothes according to the type of fabric and depth of colour. ­ Wash whites separately from coloureds. 10 ENGLISH ­ If your coloureds are new, it is best to wash them separately the first few times. Care label symbols 30 40 60 90 Dirtiness ­ Sort the clothes according to dirtiness. Give special treatment to those which are very dirty or have got difficult stains. Treat very dirty areas, like collars and cuffs, beforehand. Wash clothes that are only slightly dirty in short programmes. In this way, you will save energy as well as getting excellent results. Wash averagely dirty clothes in a normal wash programme. Wash very dirty clothes in a Long Programme with a Prewash. For washing at 30º C. For washing at 40º C. For washing at 60º C. Coloureds. For wasshing at 90º C. Resistant fabrics. Do not wash at home. For bleaching. ­ ­ CL For bleaching. Do not bleach. For dry cleaning. Do not dry clean. For drying. Do not dry. For dry cleaning and special treatments. ­ ­ F Sensitivity ­ Certain clothes, either because of their fabric or the way they are made, may be sesitive to action of your machine. When washing them it is best to use DELICATE PROGRAMMES. You can wash woollen garments in the SPECIAL WOOL PROGRAMME. Make sure, first of all, that your woollen garments are machine washable. P For dry cleaning. Use only mineral solvents: benzine, white spirit, etc. For dry cleaning. Perchlorethylene may be used in addition to the previous solvents. For dry cleaning. All normal solvents can be used. Cool iron. Warm iron. Hor iron. Do not iron at home. Wool. A ­ Care Label Symbols These symbols are normally found on the care labels in the necks or side seams of your clothes. They indicate: ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ Maximum WASH temperature. Type of wash they can withstand. Products with which they can or cannot be washed. Treatments for their care. Correct ironing temperature and method. Treating stains On many occasions, due to the type and characteristics of some stains, you may not be able to get the results you would like from the wash. There follows a guide to the special treatments you can apply to these stains before putting the clothes into your washing machine. Water soluble stains Treat these stains, even if they are stubborn, with concentrated detergent or washing soap. 11 ENGLISH Stains not soluble in water Treat these stains with a special stain removal product. Difficult stains Felt-tip pen and biro: rub these stains with a cloth soaked in alcohol. Candle wax: cover these stains with a piece of blotting-paper and iron at the correct temperature for the material. If necessary, repeat the operation. Resin, grease and skin-care cream: treat these stains with a petro-based stain remover and then wash. Tar: rub these stains with butter and set to one side for a while, then wash. Blood, milk and egg: soak in cold water and then wash with biological detergent at a temperature of 50ºC to 60ºC, provied the fabric can take it. Fruit, coffee and wine: these stains normally disappear after a number of washes. If you come up against a stain which is not washable or particularly stubborn, ask for specialist advice. In any case, NEVER USE CHEMICAL PRODUCTS IN THIS WASHING MACHINE. ­ ­ during spin drying. It also means that the machine operates more quietly. General hints on washing ­ When you wash garments which require different wash temperatues, always select the lowest temperature. Generally speaking, whiteners should only be used to wash resistant while fabrics such as cotton, linen, etc. Wash garments made of synthetic, mixed and delicate fibres in Delicate Programmes to avoid creasing which will be difficult to iron out. It is best to finish Delicate programmes with a short spin. This will increase the efficiency of the rinses an mean that the clothes are well wrung out. ­ General tips Maintenance Before cleaning or carrying out any maintenance operation on your washing machine, always unplig in from the mains supply. Cleaning After each wash, leave the loading door open for a while so that air can circulate inside your machine. From time to time it is a good idea to run a complete Wash Cycle, using a delicaling product. This will help prolong the life of your machine. Cleaning the outside of your washing machine Use warm soapy water or a gentle nonabrasive cleaning agent which is not a solvent to clean the outside of your washing machine. Then dry it well with a soft cloth. Cleaning the detergent dispenser Clean the detergent dispenser whenever you see a build up of washing powder deposits. To do this: Practical advice on the wash load ­ Whenever possible, it is best to wash with a full load, as this will reduce water and electricity consumption considerably. If you have to wash very dirty clothes o very absorbent items (towels, bathroom linen, etc.), it is advisale to reduce the maximum load given. Whenever possible, we recommend that you wash items of different sizes in the same wash programmes, as this helps the wash action and benefits the distribution of clothes in the drum ­ ­ 12 ENGLISH Take the DETERGENT DISPENSER right out, pulling outwards on the handle. - Clean the DISPENSER COMPARTMENTS with warm water and a brush. - Clean the SUCTION SYPHONS as well. Once you have done this, put the dispenser back in your washing machine. Your washing machine is not taking in water Possible causes ­ The mains water supply has been cut off. ­ The water inlet tap is turned off. ­ The hose filter is blocked. ­ The pipe is blocked or bent. Your washing machine does not empty or spin Possible causes ­ The water outlet pipe is blocked or bent. Your washing machine vibrates or makes a lot of noise. ­ The INTERMAL FIXING SCREWS have not been removed. (Consult the Installation Manual). ­ The washing machine has not been properly levelled. Important: All models have a spin safety system which stops the spin function from working if the clothes are not properly distributed in such a way that they could cause excessive vibrations. If your clothes should come out very wet, spin dry them again ensuring that they are enely distributed in the drum. Troubleshooting guide If you have a problem with your washing machine, you will probaply be able to solve it by consulting the following guide. If the guide does not offer a solution to the problem, unplug your washing machine and call your nearest AUTHORISED SERVICE CENTRE. Your washing machine contains no fuses or similar components which you can change. NEVER tamper with your washing machine. Your washing machine does not start Possible causes ­ There is no electricity supply ­ Your washing machine is not plugged in. ­ A mains fuse has blown. ­ Your washing machine door is not properly shut. ­ The STOP/START button has not been pressed. 13 Fig. 3 05/03 LJ6A020F0