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- Page 1 10kg Top Load Washing Machine INSTRUCTION MANUAL MODEL: AK-10KGTLW After Sales Support (AU) 1300 886 649 (NZ) 0800 836 761 | info@tempo.org...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents General Safety Instructions Product Overview Getting Started: Installation Features Instructions FAQs and Troubleshooting Other Useful Information After Sales Support (AU) 1300 886 649 (NZ) 0800 836 761 | info@tempo.org... -
Page 3: General Safety Instructions
General Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this type of product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to. - Page 4 General Safety Instructions (Cont.) Installation • Install the washing machine on a flat surface to avoid overturning during use. If the machine must be placed on carpet, make sure any ventilation openings in the base are not obstructed. • Install the washing machine so that there is a distance of at least 200mm between the appliance enclosure and any external heat sources, such as appliances containing heating elements.
- Page 5 General Safety Instructions (Cont.) Warnings Do not let children climb into the Do not wash clothes that washing machine or peer into the have residue of flammable rotating spin barrel. materials. Do not use the appliance if the Regularly clean the power plug power cord or plug is damaged to remove dust and dirt and to avoid an electric shock, short...
- Page 6 General Safety Instructions (Cont.) To avoid electric shock, fire and Do not pull out or insert the plug malfunction, do not install this with wet hands to avoid electric machine shock. in a damp place. No wet hands No dampness Cautions Do not allow children to lay or sit Ensure the water inlet hoses...
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Page 7: Product Overview
Product Overview Scope of delivery Accessories Back view Top load washing machine Accessories 12 Hot water supply hose Level indicator 13 Cold water supply hose Softener dispenser 14 Drain hose Control panel Not shown: Base cover and screw for Housing attaching it to the unit (see page 8) Adjustable leg Documentation (not shown) -
Page 8: Getting Started: Installation
Getting Started: Installation Unpacking • This product has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage. Keep the original packaging carton in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported in the future. In the event that it is to be disposed of, please recycle it and all other packaging materials where possible. - Page 9 Getting Started: Installation (Cont.) Connecting the water inlet hoses Install the water inlet hoses to your hot and cold water taps, as described below. • Check and ensure that the sealing washers are firmly in place. • Attach the straight end of the hose to your water taps. Make sure to attach the hot water supply hose (with markings) to the hot water tap and the cold water supply hose (with...
- Page 10 Getting Started: Installation (Cont.) CAUTION: When tightening the clamping nut, take care not to damage the water inlet valve joint. Apply force evenly and do not twist the water inlet valve. CAUTION: Use only the new (supplied) hoses with your new appliance. Do not use a hose from an existing machine, or one that has been used previously.
- Page 11 Getting Started: Installation (Cont.) CAUTION! • While the washer is in use, make sure the height of the drain hose is at least 80cm, otherwise the washer will not work well, or the water may flow out in the course of washing.
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Page 12: Features
Features The control panel Detergent indication Time and preset indicators • These indicate This indicator shows the This indicator shows during how much powder presetting when the washing will remaining time during washing. detergent to use. be finished. • See ‘Detergent and load recommendations’, When setting soak and wash... - Page 13 Features (Cont.) Start/Pause button Rinse indication Spin indication • Press this button to start the • This indicator • This indicator shows washer operation. shows the number the spin time in of rinses. minutes (maximum • During operation, press this 9 minutes).
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Page 14: Instructions
Instructions Before you start washing A Make sure the washer is stable and On the back level. The inbuilt level indicator (see page 7) will help you determine whether levelling is necessary. If so, adjust the adjustable leg (front right) to stabilise the washer (see page 8). - Page 15 Instructions (Cont.) Program selection guide Default settings for individual wash processes Program Suitable items Washing time * Spin time Rinse type (minutes) (minutes) Normal ** Normally soiled clothing 5 – 40 2 x Water saver rinse 5 – 26 and other items 4 x Shower rinse Custom Dependent on the...
- Page 16 Instructions (Cont.) Customising a program This washing machine is equipped with a fuzzy logic function that automatically chooses certain wash cycle processes for the Normal, Heavy Duty, Custom and Wool programs. You do not have to adjust them yourself, however, if you want to adjust these values yourself, proceed as follows: 1.
- Page 17 Instructions (Cont.) The blanket program Use this program for washing blankets or other bulky items. It will automatically select the highest water level (90L), but you can adjust this manually down to 62L according to the size of your bulky item(s). 1.
- Page 18 Instructions (Cont.) Preset timer (delayed washing) This washing machine has a 0 24 hour preset function, which you can set to – determine the time when the washing program will finish. (It is, in effect, similar to a ‘delayed start’ function, but you set the time period after which you want the wash to finish rather than to start.) NOTES: * The Preset function is not available for the Delicate program.
- Page 19 Instructions (Cont.) Other functions Hot / cold / warm water wash This top load washing machine must be connected to both a cold and a hot water tap. You can then set it to use either just cold water for a cold water wash, or just hot water for a hot water wash, or both hot and cold water for a warm water wash.
- Page 20 Instructions (Cont.) Fuzzy control For certain wash programs, the machine automatically detects the weight of your wash load and selects the appropriate wash cycle processes. • For the Normal and Heavy Duty programs, the machine will automatically select the correct water power and level, wash and spin time, and rinse type. •...
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Page 21: Faqs And Troubleshooting
FAQs and Troubleshooting Not all unusual incidents you may encounter with your washing machine are faults, or cause for concern. Check in the list below what issues may arise and why. Also check in the table on the following page for solutions to other common problems. •... - Page 22 FAQs and Troubleshooting (Cont.) Error messages When the following problems occur, the microcomputer inside the washer will detect the abnormal condition. An electronic buzzer will sound for approximately 10 seconds, an error message will flash, as shown below, and the washer will stop operating. Type of Error Where to check...
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Page 23: Other Useful Information
Other Useful Information Cleaning and care To prolong the service life of the washing machine, keep it in good condition and perform regular maintenance. For any type of cleaning and maintenance, make sure the washing machine is disconnected from the mains power supply. Cleaning the washing machine (when required) •... - Page 24 Other Useful Information (Cont.) Cleaning the lint filter (suggested interval: every week) Take out the lint filter as illustrated below. Open the filter and rinse it clean under running water, taking care not the damage any parts. Reinstall the filter, making sure it fits securely behind the cover clasp and latches and locks securely into place.
- Page 25 Other Useful Information (Cont.) Drain pump maintenance We recommend that you clean the drain pump filter regularly (at least once a month) to avoid blockages created by bobby pins, coins and excess lint. Proceed as follows: Disconnect the washer from the power source. If necessary, wait until the water has cooled down.
- Page 26 Other Useful Information (Cont.) Storage If the appliance is not going to be used for an extended period of time, please unplug the machine from the power supply and disconnect all hoses. Clean the machine and filters as described on the previous pages. Let the machine air-dry thoroughly. Then store it in the original packaging in a dry location, out of reach of children.
- Page 27 Other Useful Information (Cont.) Responsible disposal • Packaging materials are recyclable. Please keep them for future use, or dispose of them responsibly for recycling. • At the end of its working life, do not throw this appliance out with your household rubbish.
- Page 28 Warranty returns Should you for any reason need to return this product for a warranty claim, make sure to include all accessories with the product. Product does not work? If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to perform to your expectations, make sure to contact our After Sales Support Centre on 0800 836 761 for advice.