Contents Unpacking ............................ 4 Installing Your Washing Machine ....................5 Choosing the Right Location for Your Washing Machine ................ 5 Moving and Installing ......................... 6 Removing the Anchor Bolts....................6 Moving the Washing Machine from One Location to Another ........... 6 Hose and Cable Lengths ............................
Thank you for purchasing your new Currys Essentials Washing Machine. We recommend that you spend some time reading this installation/instruction manual in order that you fully understand all the operational features it offers. Read all the safety instructions carefully before use and keep this installation/ instruction manual for future reference.
INSTALLATION Installing Your Washing Machine Please read and follow the instructions carefully. • In addition to the instructions mentioned here, special regulations of the relevant water and power supply companies may apply. If in doubt, have the washing machine connected by a qualified technician.
INSTALLATION Moving and Installing Removing the Anchor Bolts Four anchor bolts keep the interior of the washing machine in place while it’s being moved. They need to be removed before installation. Use a spanner (not supplied) and follow the instructions detailed below.
INSTALLATION Hose and Cable Lengths How to connect from the left side How to connect from the right side ~80cm ~130cm Cotton Quick Wash Synthetic Cotton Intensive ~90cm ~40cm Wool Spin Lingerie Drum Clean On/Off Temp. ~85cm ~135cm Levelling the Washing Machine There are 4 levelling feet on the underside.
INSTALLATION Leak-proof System - Overflow Detection This system is designed to prevent water leaks from the washing machine. If water collects in the washing machine above a certain level, this function prevents the washing machine overflowing by stopping the water supply and activating the drain pump. Water Drain Hose Points to remember: •...
Product Overview The unit The Detergent Compartment The Control Panel Window Drain Hose Service Panel C510WM11_IB_final110505.indd 9 05/05/2011 2:50 PM...
Control Panel Power and Programme Power Selection Dial Press to turn on/off Different wash programmes the machine. can be selected according to your wash requirements. Cotton Quick Wash Synthetic Cotton Intensive Wool Spin Lingerie Drum Clean On/Off Temp. Temperature Start / Pause Shows the temperature Press to start your for the programme you’ve...
Preparation Read the following to understand how best to prepare your laundry for washing. Organising Laundry • Read the washing label on each garment to help you sort your washing into different loads. • Sort the laundry by colour, type of fabric and by how soiled it is. This will help you choose the correct programme and temperature for each wash.
Selecting the Programme Here are the available programmes, additional functions and option settings. Temperature can be selected separately for certain programmes. Preset Setting Max Load Programme Description Default Spin Approximate Temperature (kg) (rpm) Time (Min) Cold 20°C 1000 For average soiled cottons, 40°C 40°C 1000...
Wash Setting Standard Washing 1. Press the Power button. Cotton Quick Wash 2. Pull the door handle and put the laundry in the drum. Synthetic Cotton Intensive (Refer to page 12 for sorting your laundry before Wool Spin it goes into the drum.) Make sure no washing gets caught in the door.
Important Information Washing (Wool Programmes) These programmes rock the drum gently for best results on delicate laundry. • Delicate laundry loads: 1.5kg or less • Tips for Wool programme: Approximate Weights: - Wool sweater (400g) - Silk blouse / under garment (200g) - Trousers (400g) Which Detergent to Use •...
How to Use Laundry Starch Laundry starch makes your clothes crisp in texture. Synthetic laundry starch is a stiffening agent. • To use laundry starch, simply add it to the softener compartment, next to where you add detergent. It will automatically be applied to your clothes as part of the final rinsing cycle. •...
Maintenance - Cleaning the Washing Machine Cleaning the Drum If you keep using cold water in your washing machine, this may cause a build-up of bacteria inside the drum, which can give off an odour. You can avoid this by running the “drum clean” programme once a month.
Cleaning the Drain Filter Be careful not to burn yourself while handling your clothes or touching the inside of the drum after a high temperature wash. Before cleaning the drain filter, first start the spin programme, then switch off and unplug the washing machine.
Hints and Tips Problems Solutions Buttons don’t work • Key lock is activated. Deactivate the key lock function. • The washing machine is operating a programme. The Programme Dial was turned to a different programme. • Door doesn’t open • Door lock may be active.
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There’s not much foam • This can happen if you’ve put powder detergent directly into the drum – you must put it in the detergent drawer. • The amount of foam can vary, depending on the temperature, level and softness of your water. •...
Troubleshooting Troubles Reason Solution • Check that the door is closed tightly. • Check that the power is on. Washing machine • Check that the water supply tap is open. cannot start up • Check that the Start/Pause button is pressed.
Specification Model C510WM11 Rated Voltage 220 - 240V~ Rated Frequency 50 Hz Maximum Energy Rated Power Input 2100 W Heating Energy Rated Power Input 1900 W Dimensions of the Product 595mm (W) x 470mm (D) x 850mm (H) Weight of the Product...
Safety Warnings For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock, please follow all the safety precautions listed below. WARNING! • If you will not be using the washing machine for a while such as when you go on holiday, turn off the water supply to the washing machine.
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To Prevent Injury • Do not climb on the washing machine. You may hurt yourself or damage the washing machine. • When opening and closing the door ensure you keep fingers away from the door hinge, or this could lead to injury. •...
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There are separate collection systems for recycling in the EU. For more information, please contact the local authority or your retailer where you purchased the product. DSG Retail Ltd. • Maylands Avenue • Hemel Hempstead Herts • HP2 7TG • England (P.N.: C510WM11-001) C510WM11_IB_final110505.indd 24 05/05/2011 2:51 PM...
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