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7kg Top Load Washing Machine Model Number STR-TLW70 INSTRUCTION MANUAL AFTER SALES SUPPORT info@tempo.org E209 1300 886 649 MODEL: STR-TLW70 PRODUCT CODE: 700586 04/2020...
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Welcome ® Congratulations on choosing to buy a STIRLING product. ® All products brought to you by STIRLING are manufactured to the highest standards of performance and safety and, as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 3 Year In Home Warranty. We hope you will enjoy using your purchase for many years to come.
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Contents Welcome Warranty Details General Safety Instructions Product Overview Getting Started: Installation Features Instructions FAQs and Troubleshooting Other Useful Information Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice AFTER SALES SUPPORT info@tempo.org 1300 886 649 MODEL: STR-TLW70 PRODUCT CODE: 700586 04/2020...
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7kg Top Load Washing Machine Warranty Details REGISTER YOUR PURCHASE AT www.aldi.com.au/en/about-aldi/product-registration/ TO KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 36 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion.
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General Safety Instructions IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE Read this manual thoroughly before first use, even if you are familiar with this type of product. The safety precautions enclosed herein reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and injury when correctly adhered to.
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General Safety Instructions (Cont.) Installation • Install the washing machine on a flat surface to avoid overturning during use. If the machine must be placed on carpet, make sure the ventilation openings in the base are not obstructed. • Install the washing machine so that there is a distance of at least 200mm between the appliance enclosure and any external heat sources, such as appliances containing heating elements.
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General Safety Instructions (Cont.) Warnings Do not let children climb into the Do not wash clothes that washing machine or peer into the have residue of flammable rotating spin barrel. materials. Do not use the appliance if the Regularly clean the power plug power cord or plug is damaged to remove dust and dirt and to avoid an electric shock, short...
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General Safety Instructions (Cont.) To avoid electric shock, fire and Do not pull out or insert the plug malfunction, do not install this with wet hands to avoid electric machine shock. in a damp place. No wet hands No dampness Cautions Do not allow children to lay or sit Ensure the water inlet hoses...
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Product Overview Front view Scope of delivery Parts list 1 Transparent lid 2 Control panel 3 Housing 4 Detergent box 5 Lint filter 6 Wash/spin tub 7 Water supply hose connections 8 Drain pump filter 9 Drain hose connection 10 Adjustable leg (1) Top/inside view Back view B Accessories included...
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Getting Started: Installation Unpacking • This product has been packaged to protect it against transportation damage. Keep the original packaging carton in a safe place. It will help prevent any damage if the product needs to be transported in the future. In the event that it is to be disposed of, please recycle it and all other packaging materials where possible.
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Getting Started: Installation (Cont.) Connecting the water inlet hoses Install the water inlet hoses to your hot and cold water taps, as described below. • Check and ensure that the sealing washers are firmly in place. • Attach the straight end of the hose to your water taps. Make sure to attach the hot water supply hose (with markings) to the hot water tap and the cold water supply hose (with...
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Getting Started: Installation (Cont.) CAUTION: When tightening the clamping nut, take care not to damage the water inlet valve joint. Apply force evenly and do not twist the water inlet valve. CAUTION: Use only the new (supplied) hoses with your new appliance. Do not use a hose from an existing machine, or one that has been used previously.
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Getting Started: Installation (Cont.) • When the washer is in use, put the drain hose into a drain spout (or into a sink/tub), as illustrated below. CAUTION! • While the washer is in use, ensure the height of the drain hose is at least 70cm, otherwise the washer will not work properly, or water may flow out in the course of washing.
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Features The control panel Digital display • When setting the preset timer, it shows The digital display shows the currently when the washing will be finished, e.g.: selected option. For example: Finish washing 2 hours later • During washing, it shows the time •...
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Features (Cont.) Detergent indicators Start/Pause button • Press this button to start operation. • These scoop indicators show how much • During operation, press this button powder detergent to use. to stop the washer temporarily; • See “Detergent and load recommendations”, press it again to restart it.
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Instructions Before you start washing A Make sure the washer is stable and level. If necessary, adjust the On the back adjustable leg (front right) to stabilise the washer (see page 10). B Make sure the water inlet hoses are properly installed (see page 11). C Plug the machine into a nearby power outlet.
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Instructions (Cont.) Program selection guide Default settings for wash processes Program Suitable items Wash time * Spin time Rinse type (minutes) (minutes) Normally soiled cotton Soak: 20 Cotton ** 4x Shower rinse clothing/items Wash: 15 Lightly soiled clothing 2x Water saver Normal 5–12 *** 5–6...
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Instructions (Cont.) Customising a program This washing machine is equipped with a fuzzy logic function that will automatically choose the correct water power and level, wash and spin times and rinse type for the NORMAL and HEAVY DUTY programs; you do not have to adjust anything. However, if you want to adjust these values yourself, please proceed as follows: 1.
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Instructions (Cont.) The blanket program Use this program for washing blankets or other bulky items. It will automatically select the highest water level (60L), but you can adjust this manually down to 42L according to the size of your bulky item(s). 1.
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Instructions (Cont.) Preset timer (delayed washing) This washing machine has a 0–24 hour preset function, which you can set to determine the time when the washing program will finish. (It is, in effect, similar to a ‘delayed start’ function, but you set the time period after which you want the wash to finish rather than to start.) NOTES: * This function is not available for the COTTON, DELICATE and QUICK programs.
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Instructions (Cont.) Adding fabric softener You can program the machine to stop before the last rinse so that you can add fabric softener. • Press and hold the Water Level button for 3 seconds to set the ‘Add Softener’ program. Before the final rinse, the machine will stop and “SF” will show on the display.
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Instructions (Cont.) To set other processes: Then press the Process button until the SPIN light flashes; press the Set button • to set the SPIN time. • Finally press the Start/Pause button: the washer will start operating according to the set values for wash and rinse water levels, number of rinses and spin time. Other functions Water power The water power affects the pause time of the pulsator and hence the intensity of the...
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Instructions (Cont.) Start of washing The machine will start washing when the water inside the tub has reached two levels below the set level while the water will continue to flow in (see page 17 for the eight water levels). This early start of washing will increase the wash time and allow the detergent to dissolve fully before the start of the set wash time.
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FAQs and Troubleshooting Not all unusual incidents you may encounter with your washing machine are faults, or cause for concern. Check in the list below what issues may arise and why. Also check in the table on the following page for solutions to other common problems. •...
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FAQs and Troubleshooting (Cont.) Error messages When the following problems occur, the microcomputer inside the washer will detect the abnormal condition. An electronic buzzer will sound for approximately 10 seconds, an error message will flash as shown below and the washer will stop operating. Type of problem Error message Where to check •...
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Other Useful Information Cleaning and care To prolong the service life of the washing machine, keep it in good condition and perform regular maintenance. For any type of cleaning and maintenance, make sure the washing machine is disconnected from the mains power supply. Cleaning the washing machine (when required) •...
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Other Useful Information (Cont.) Cleaning the lint filter (suggested interval: every week) Take out the lint filter as illustrated below. Open the filter and rinse it clean under running water, taking care not the damage any parts. Reinstall the filter, making sure it fits securely behind the cover clasp and latches and locks securely into place.
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Other Useful Information (Cont.) Drain pump maintenance We recommend that you clean the drain pump filter regularly (at least once a month) to avoid blockages created by bobby pins, coins and excess lint. Proceed as follows: Disconnect the washer from the power source. If necessary, wait until the water has cooled down.
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Other Useful Information (Cont.) Service, repair and spare parts If the appliance is damaged, do not attempt to repair it yourself. It if requires repair or service, contact our after sales support centre to arrange for examination and repair of the product.
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Other Useful Information (Cont.) Specifications and technical parameters Dimensions 54cm (W) x 56.2cm (D) x 94cm (H) Capacity (max. weight of dry wash load) Weight 36kg Water quantity (High) Rated data 230–240V~, 50Hz Power consumption 400W Required water pressure 0.03MPa – 0.8MPa Liquid ingress protection IPX4 Compliance...
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Please be assured though, refurbished parts or replacements are only used where they meet ALDI’s stringent quality specifications. If at any time you feel your repair is being handled unsatisfactorily, you may escalate your complaint.
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Warranty returns Should you for any reason need to return this product for a warranty claim, make sure to include all accessories with the product. Product does not work? If you encounter problems with this product, or if it fails to perform to your expectations, make sure to contact our After Sales Support Centre on 1300 886 649 for advice.
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