John Lewis JLWM 1404 Instruction Manual

1400 spin washing machine

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JLWM 1404
1400 spin washing machine
Instruction manual

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  • Page 1 JLWM 1404 1400 spin washing machine Instruction manual...
  • Page 2: Safety Information

    These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. If you are unsure of the meanings of these warnings contact the John Lewis branch from which you purchased the appliance.
  • Page 3: Installation

    • Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum. • Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material.
  • Page 4: Child Safety

    • The users should always check that they have not left their gas lighters (disposable or otherwise) in their clothing. • Never tumble dry items that have had contact with chemicals such as dry cleaning fluid. These are of a volatile nature and could cause an explosion.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Operating instructions Safety information General safety Installation Child safety Product description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Programme Dial (2) Spin (3) Prewash (4) Intensive (5) Extra Rinse (6) Quick (7) Start Pause (8) Door lock light (9) Delay Start (10) Display (11) First use Personalisation...
  • Page 6 End of programme Helpful hints and tips Washing programmes Technical data Consumption values Care and cleaning Descaling External cleaning Washing drum Door seal Cleaning the pump Emergency emptying out Frost precautions...
  • Page 7: Product Description

    Product description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door opening handle Rating plate Drain pump Adjustable feet...
  • Page 8: Detergent Dispenser Drawer

    Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak phase or for stain remover used during the stain action phase (if available). The prewash and soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the stain action phase.
  • Page 9: Programme Dial

    Detergent dispenser drawer Programme selector dial Spin button Prewash button Intensive button Extra rinse button Programme Dial (2) It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/or to select a programme. Spin (3) By pressing this button you can change the spin speed of the selected programme or to select the available function (s).
  • Page 10: Delay Start

    Intensive (5) By selecting this function the washing intensity will be increased and the washing time will be prolonged by a few minutes depending on the selected temperature. This option can be selected for heavily soiled cottons. Extra Rinse (6) This appliance is designed to save energy.
  • Page 11: Display

    The washing machine has stopped with water in the tub, at the end of the «Soak» programme or if the «Rinse hold» option has been set: this is indicated by a flashing zero. The «Door lock» pilot light is still on. The door cannot be opened.
  • Page 12: Personalisation

    Personalisation Acoustic signals The machine is provided with an acoustic device, which sounds in the following cases: • at the end of a washing cycle • if there is a fault You can deactivate the acoustic signal (except if there is a fault) by pressing the buttons 5 and the 6 simultaneously for about 5 seconds.
  • Page 13: Select The Required Programme

    If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked must not exceed the «MAX» mark in the drawer). Close the drawer gently. Select the required programme Turn the programme dial to the required programme. The washing machine will automatically select the maximum spin value provided for the programme you have chosen and the display will show the duration, calculated on the basis of the...
  • Page 14: Select The Delay Start

    If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the red button 8 light flashes 3 times and the message Err is displayed for a few seconds. When the option is set, the relevant light is Select the delay start Before you start the programme, press this button repeatedly to select the desired...
  • Page 15: How To Interrupt A Programme

    How to interrupt a programme Press the button 8 to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding green pilot light starts blinking. Press the same button again to restart the programme. How to open the door during the cycle of a programme You can open the door, after having set the washing machine to Pause, provided the...
  • Page 16: Helpful Hints And Tips

    Stand by: once the programme has finished after a few minutes the energy saving system is enabled with the pilot lights switched on. By pressing any button the appliance will come out of the energy saving status. Helpful hints and tips Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s...
  • Page 17: Detergents And Additives

    Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone acetic acid;...
  • Page 18: Washing Programmes

    Washing programmes Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Cottons 90° - 60° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg White cotton (heavily or normally soiled items).
  • Page 19 Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Cottons 40° - 30° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg Colour cotton (normally or slightly soiled items).
  • Page 20 Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Soak 30° Prewash - Soak for about 40 minutes - Stop with water in the tub Max. load 6 kg Special programme for heavily soiled laundry.
  • Page 21: Technical Data

    Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Spin Drain and long spin Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm Max. load 6 kg Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes with option Rinse hold.
  • Page 22: Consumption Values

    Consumption values Programme White Cottons 95 °C Cottons 60 °C Cottons 40 °C Synthetics 40 °C Delicates 40 °C Wool/ Handwash 30 °C 1) Refer to the display for the programme time. 2) The consumption information shown in this chart is indicative. It can vary depending on the quantity and the type of laundry, on the temperature of the water supply and on the ambient temperature.
  • Page 23: External Cleaning

    We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis. To run a maintenance wash: • The drum should be empty of laundry. • Select the hottest cotton wash programme. • Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder with biological properties.
  • Page 24: Door Seal

    Important! Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling agents, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool. Remove any rust deposits on the drum with a cleaning agent for stainless steel. Run a washing cycle without any washing to clean off any cleaning agent residues.
  • Page 25 When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover by turning it anti-clockwise, using pliers, and remove the filter. Always keep a towel nearby to dry up any water spillage when removing the cover. Clean the filter under a tap, to remove any traces of fluff.
  • Page 26: Emergency Emptying Out

    Cleaning the water inlet filters Warning! If the appliance doesn't fill or it is taking longer to fill with water, check if the water inlet filters are blocked. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the water inlet hose. Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush.
  • Page 27 Important! Every time you drain the water through the emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer and then run the drain programme. This will avoid wasting detergent on the next wash programme.
  • Page 28: Installation

    Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom.
  • Page 29: Positioning And Levelling

    Open the porthole and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet. Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
  • Page 30: Water Inlet

    of connectors are available from good hardware stores and plumbers merchants to suit most domestic plumbing. Any alteration to your existing plumbing must be carried out by a competent person, or qualified plumber. Water inlet Warning! This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply.
  • Page 31 1. Into a drainage standpipe Firstly form a hook in the end of the drain hose using the “U” piece” supplied. Place the drain hose into your standpipe, which should have an internal diameter of approximately 38 mm thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe.
  • Page 32: Special Conditions

    Important! Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes. Special conditions If the floor is carpeted or covered with crumbly or soft material, insert a rigid support base under the feet to prevent...
  • Page 33: Electrical Connection

    RAINWATER ‘RUN-OFF’ SURFACE WATER DRAINS & SEWERS UNTREATED DISCHARGE Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. SHOWER SINK BATH WASHING MACHINE DISHWASHER RIVER TOILET BIDET FOUL DRAIN FOUL SEWERS SEWAGE TREATMENT...
  • Page 34: Permanent Connection

    Important! Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door. The appliance is supplied with a 13 amp plug fitted. In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13 amp ASTA approved (BS1363/A) fuse must be used.
  • Page 35: What To Do If

    What to do if… Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. Important! if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under...
  • Page 36 Problem The machine does not fill: The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: The machine fills than empties out immediately: There is water on the floor: Possible cause/Solution The water tap is closed (E10). • Open the water tap. The inlet hose is squashed or kinked (E10).
  • Page 37 Problem Unsatisfactory washing results: The door will not open: The machine vibrates / The machine is noisy: Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin: The machine makes an unusual noise: No water is visible in the drum: Possible cause/Solution Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used.
  • Page 38: Repairs - After Sales Service

    Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local John Lewis Branch. Ser. No..
  • Page 39: Environment Concerns

    Environment concerns The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and...
  • Page 40 John Lewis Partnership 171 Victoria Street London SW1E 5NN www.johnlewis.com 132944211-A-092011...

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