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 Tricity Bendix Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine Tricity Bendix spare parts.
Contents For the User Important Safety Information Your New Washer-Dryer 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...
Your New Washer-Dryer Your new washer-dryer meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. It is gentle with your laundry, simple to use and easy to care for. The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care.
The Control Panel 1 Programme guide 2 Drying indicator Light This light illuminates when the machine is drying. 3 Drying time Selector Dial Graduated up to 120 mins for cottons (black section) and synthetics (red section), this dial allows you to select the desired drying time according to the type and quantity of laundry and the required degree of dryness.
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 main wash compartment of the dispenser drawer and start the machine.
6. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. 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. Remove the laundry.
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.
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.
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 fabric softener. 3.
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...
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.
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.
Washing Programmes Programmes for cottons and linens 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,...
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Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics, mixed fabrics, wool and delicates Degree of soil Wash programme/ and type of laundry Washing symbol Synthetic or mixed fabrics, underwear, MIXED coloured garments, FABRICS non-shrink shirts, blouses. Lightly soiled QUICK synthetic or mixed AND COOL fabrics Separate rinse cycle for synthetics and mixed...
Drying Programmes Degree of drying Type of fabric Cotton and linen (towels, T-shirts, bathrobes) Programme 6 Store dry (*) Suitable for items to put away without ironing Synthetics and mixed fabrics (jumpers, blouses, underwear, household linen) Programme 12 Cotton and linen Iron dry (sheets, tablecloths, Suitable for...
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.
Unscrew and remove the filter. Clean carefully under a fast running tap. Warning When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the filter. Never remove the filter during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty.
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 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.
The selected drying time/section is not suitable for the laundry. Customer Care For general enquiries concerning your Tricity Bendix appliance or for further information on Tricity Bendix products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone as follows:...
Standard guarantee conditions We, Tricity Bendix undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of the purchase, this Tricity Bendix appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our...
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.
Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. 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 two rear bottom screws.
Water inlet Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Do not use previously used hoses for water connection. Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations’ requirements. The appliance must be connected to a cold water supply.
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. The drain hose must not be kinked. Levelling Level the washer-dryer by raising or lowering the feet. The feet may be tight to adjust as they incorporate a self locking nut, but the machine MUST be level and stable.
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.
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