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BENDIX BWD 1011 Operating & Installation Instructions Manual

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  • Page 2: Your New Washer-Dryer

    Your New Washer-Dryer Your new washer-dryer is gentle with your laundry, simple to use and easy to care for. Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. Automatic cooling of the wash water to 60°C before draining, with the 95°C programme, prevents distortion of plastic pipes in the domestic water system due to the high temperature of the water.
  • Page 3: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents For the User Your New Washer-Dryer Important Safety Information Description of the Appliance Detergent dispenser drawer The Control Panel Operating sequence Washing 4.5 kg of white cotton at 95°C Load the laundry Measure out the detergent Measure out the fabric softener Select the required programme Start the machine At the end of the programme...
  • Page 5: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 “Mains-on” light 4 “ON/OFF” button 5 “Options” buttons 6 Drying indicator light 7 Drying time selector dial 8 Programme selector dial 9 Door opening handle 10 Filter 11 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Wash...
  • Page 6: The Control Panel

    The Control Panel 1 Programme guide 2 Mains-on light This light illuminates when the machine starts working and goes out when the ON/OFF button is released. 3 ON/OFF button By depressing this button the machine starts operating. When depressing it again, the machine stops. 4 ECO WASH button By depressing this button prior to selecting wash programme 2 you will obtain a reduction of the wash...
  • Page 7: Operating Sequence

    Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine.
  • Page 8: Select The Required Programme

    4. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the required programme (1 or 2). 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed.
  • Page 9: Washing 2 Kg Of Mixed Fabrics At 50°C

    WASHING 2 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50°C Suppose you have 2 kg of mixed fabrics to wash. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature. 1. Load the laundry Open the door by pulling the catch outward. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible.
  • Page 10: Select The Required Programme

    5. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to programme 8. 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed.
  • Page 11: Drying 2.25 Kg Of Cotton

    DRYING 2.25 KG OF COTTON You have for example just machine-washed and spun at 1000 rpm 4.5 kg (10 lb) of laundry. They are cotton fabrics of medium weight which you want to iron as soon as they are dry. Switch off the machine.
  • Page 12: At The End Of The Programme

    5. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically and the drying light goes out. The door is controlled by a safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme. Switch the machine off by depressing the ON/OFF button again, the mains-on light goes out.
  • Page 13: Autodrying 1 Kg Of Mixed Fabrics

    AUTODRYING 1 KG OF MIXED FABRICS You intend to wash and dry automatically 1 kg (2.2 lb) of mixed fabrics which do not need ironing. Proceed as follows: 1. Load the laundry. 2. Add the washing powder and additive. 3. Select the programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to programme 8.
  • Page 14: Washing And Drying Programmes

    Washing and Drying Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen WASHING Wash programme and type of laundry White cotton, for example heavy soiled PREWASH & work garments, sheets, WHITES household linen, towels White cotton, for example normally soiled WHITES work garments, sheets, household linen, underwear, towels.
  • Page 15: Washing And Drying Programmes

    Washing and Drying Programmes Programmes for synthetics, delicates and wool WASHING Degree of soil Wash programme and type of laundry Synthetic or mixed fabrics, underwear, MIXED coloured garments, FABRICS non-shrink shirts, blouses. Separate spin for SHORT SPIN synthetics and delicates Delicate fabrics, for DELICATES example curtains, silk...
  • Page 16: Washing And Drying Hints

    Washing and Drying Hints Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance. The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide: 1000g = 1 kg Sheet Pillow case Tablecloth Serviette Tea towel...
  • Page 17: Which Detergent To Use

    Which detergent?... To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines. To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use different types of detergent for different washes, whether for whites, colours or delicates.
  • Page 18: Wash Care Symbols

    Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine.
  • Page 19: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine.
  • Page 20: Cleaning The Filter

    Cleaning the filter The water drain filter A clean filter is important for the correct functioning of the machine, and should therefore be cleaned after every washing programme. Open the filter door and place a container underneath to catch any spillage. If the filter is blocked and the machine is unable to drain you will need to drain the water manually from the machine at this stage.
  • Page 21: Something Not Working

    Something Not Working 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 Electrolux Service Force 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 guarantee.
  • Page 22: Service And Spare Parts

    Symptom The door will not open The machine makes an unusual noise The machine does not dry or does not dry properly If after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Electrolux Service Force Centre. In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.
  • Page 23: Guarantee Conditions

    Guarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of the purchase, this 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 OF ANY CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: The appliance has been correctly installed and used...
  • Page 24: Electrolux Service Force

    Electrolux Service Force 08705 929 929 To contact your local Bendix Service Centre telephone...
  • Page 25 08705 929 929 To contact your local Bendix Service Centre telephone...
  • Page 26: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
  • Page 27: Unpacking

    Unpacking Before starting the machine up, the packing must be removed as follows. You are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use in case the machine is to be transported again. Using a spanner unscrew and remove the rear right bolt. Lay the machine gently on its back, making sure that the hoses are not squashed.
  • Page 28: Water Inlet

    Water inlet The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded, blue for cold and red for hot. If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to a cold water outlet by means of a «Y» connection piece.
  • Page 29: Levelling

    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. Levelling Level the machine by raising or lowering the feet.
  • Page 30: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance’s rating plate.