Introduction Dear Customer, Your new Defy top loader washing machine was manufactured in a state of the art facility and has passed the strictest quality control procedures. Please read this manual carefully before using your washing machine for the first time and then store it within easy reach for future reference.
Important safety instructions Do not wash clothes stained General safety with or soaked in petrol, This washing machine is not thinners, kerosene, vegetable intended for use by persons oil or any other flammable (including children) with liquids. Nor should any of these reduced physical, sensory or liquids be added to the wash mental capabilities or lack of...
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Wait until all injury. Defy shall not be held motion stops. liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried Warning! If the wash/spin out by unauthorized persons.
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Turn off the water supply at the up and accessing the controls, tap when the washing machine lid and wash tub of the washing is not in use to minimise the machine. risk of damage that could arise Do not allow children to sit on ...
Ensure that the power plug and Preparation power cord are properly Review information in the user manual and connected. ensure that the electricity, water supply and Never touch the plug with wet water drainage systems are appropriate. If they are not, call a qualified technician and hands! plumber to have any necessary Never unplug by pulling on the...
Know your washing machine 1. Power cable 5. Drain hose 2. Loading lid 6. Filter cap 3. Detergent drawer 7. Adjustable feet 4. Control panel 8. Drain hose outlet 9. Optional feet The manufacturer strives for continuous improvement. For this reason, technical specifications, text and illustrations in this manual are subject to change without notice.
Installation Warning: Models with a single water inlet should not be connected to the hot water tap In such a case Preparation of location, electrical, tap water and waste water the laundry will get damaged or the installations of the machine are the product will switch to protection customer's responsibility.
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If required, a rodent guard may be the washbasin. purchased from Defy spares. Warning: Flooding will occur if the Placing the rodent guard on the machine: hose comes out of its housing To place the rodent guard on the machine, during water discharge.
Optional feet assembly process: Transportation of the machine 1. Remove the two front adjsting feet and 1. Unplug the machine before transporting it. two rear feet rubbers. 2. Remove the water drain and water supply 2. Fit the four optional feet and fix with connections.
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Detergent Using starch Add a measured amount of detergent to Add liquid starch, powder starch or fabric the detergent drawer. dye into the softener compartment. Choosing the detergent type Do not use softener and starch together in The type of detergent to be used depends a washing cycle.
Sorting the laundry Sort laundry according to type of fabric, colour and degree of soiling and allowable water temperature Always follow the instructions given on the garment tags Page 12...
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Preparation before initial use Before first use of the machine, ensure Sorting that all preparations are made in Mix large and small items in each load. accordance with the instructions in Separate heavily soiled items from lightly sections “Important safety instructions” soiled ones.
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Load capacity Loading The load capacity depends on the type of 1. Lift the washer lid. laundry, the degree of soiling and the 2. Arrange the articles to be washed loosely washing program desired. The machine round the perimeter of the tub. automatically adjusts the amount of water 3.
Operating the washing machine Power Button Remaining Time, Delay Start Time, Error Display Press this button once to operate. Press again Displays remaining to switch the power off. wash time, the reserved delay start time and the error code if a problem occurs in the washing machine.
Main programmes Tub clean (Continued) Depending on the type of fabric, use the Add a special purpose detergent suitable following main programmes. for cleaning machines. Soaking, high water Auto and 6 min air turbo options are set automatically in this programme. This programme selects the best water level and wash programme automatically Delicate...
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Auxiliary function selection Wash Soaking Select this function if you like to wash your laundry soaking. Soaking recommended for heavily soiled laundry items. You can add your normal amount of detergent and start the wash programme by selecting this function. Soaking is not selectable in Eco and Wool programmes.
Programme and consumption table Functions Air turbo Duration Max. Load Water (Mins) Programme S0/W/R/Sp W/R/Sp R/Sp (Kg) Level Mins Mins Fuzzy • • • • • Tub clean • • • • • • • • • • • • •...
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: Selectable * : Automatically selected, no cancelling. ** : Energy Label programme (EN 60456 Ed.3) Auxiliary functions: So: Soaking W: Wash R: Rinse Sp: Spin The auxiliary functions in the table may vary according to the model of your machine.
Maintenance and cleaning Cleaning the water intake filters If cleaned at regular intervals, the service life There is a filter at the end of each water of the machine will be extended and intake valve at the rear of the machine. frequently faced problems will decrease.
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Warning: Foreign substances left a. Place a large container in front of the filter in the pump filter may damage the to catch water from the filter. machine or may cause a noise b. Loosen pump filter (anticlockwise) until problem. water starts to flow.
Trouble shooting Problem Where to Check There is no Check whether there has been a power failure. power. Check whether there is blown fuse or tripped circuit breaker. Check that the power cord is securely plugged in. Is the washer lid open? Close the lid. The machine does not work.
Warning: If the problem cannot be eliminated, even after the instructions have been followed, contact the customer care line on 086 100 3339. Never try to repair a non functional machine yourself. Technical specifications Model No. DTL148 DTL149 DTL150 DTL161 Height (mm)
Owners Responsibility SINCE THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT Things to be done for energy saving FACTORY FAULTS, THEY ARE THE Always follow the instructions on the OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY detergent packaging. Wash slightly soiled laundry at low Damage to the exterior finish, breakage of ...
Warranty This certificate is issued by DEFY APPLIANCES (PTY) LIMITED manufacturers of Defy and Ocean products, hereinafter the Company, to the original purchaser only, of the appliance described on the certificate and shall constitute the only warranty given in respect of this appliance.