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Page 2: 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 3: Table Of Contents
Contents For the User Important Safety Information Your New Washing Machine 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 option Select the required programme Start the machine... -
Page 4: Your New Washing Machine
Your New Washing Machine Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Automatic cooling of the wash water to 60°C before draining, with the 95°C programme. This reduces thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing. -
Page 5: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 Control panel 4 Door opening handle 5 Drain pump 6 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener... -
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 depressed again, the machine stops. 4 HALF LOAD Button Select this button to reduce water consumption on the rinse cycle when washing a smaller load of cottons or... -
Page 7: Operating Sequence
Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 60°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. -
Page 8: Start The Machine
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. Depress the ON/OFF button: the mains-on light will illuminate and the machine starts operating. -
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 door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. -
Page 10: At The End Of The Programme
7. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. If you have depressed the RINSE HOLD button, the machine will stop with the water left in the tub, to prevent the fabric from creasing. To drain the water and spin, release the same button. -
Page 11: Washing Hints
Washing 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 Linen hand towel... -
Page 12: Which Detergent
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 13: 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 14: Washing Programmes
Washing Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen Wash programme/ Degree of soil Washing symbol and type of laundry WHITES with For heavy soiled cotton prewash items. White cotton, for example normally soiled WHITES work garments, sheets, household linen, underwear, towels. Fast coloured cotton or FAST linen fabrics, shirts,... -
Page 15: Washing Programmes
Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics, mixed fabrics, wool and delicates Wash programme/ Type of laundry Washing symbol Synthetic or mixed fabrics, underwear, coloured garments, SYNTHETICS non-shrink shirts, blouses. Separate spin for hand Short washed delicate items Spin Specially tested programme for wool garments bearing the “Pure new wool, non- WOOL... -
Page 16: 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 17: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filters
container and remove its cap. • When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover and remove it. Always keep a cloth nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by •... - Page 18 • place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the bowl. When the bowl is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty the bowl.
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Page 19: 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 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 20: Service And Spare Parts
Symptom The door will not open Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin The machine makes an unusual noise No water is visible in the drum If after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Bendix Service Force Centre. -
Page 21: Guarantee Conditions
Guarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditions We, Bendix undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of the purchase, this Bendix 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 22: 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 23: Unpacking
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. 1. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the two rear bottom screws. -
Page 24: Water Inlet
Water inlet The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded, blue for cold and red for hot. Connect the hoses to a tap with a 3/4” thread. If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to a cold water outlet by means of a «Y»... -
Page 25: Levelling
If you intend the drain hose to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U-Piece” supplied. 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. -
Page 26: 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.