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Please read this user manual first! Dear Customer, Thank you for prefering a Beko product. We hope that you get the best results from your product which has been manufactured with high quality and state-of-the-art technology. Therefore, please read this entire user manual and all other accompanying documents carefully before using the product and keep it as a reference for future use.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 General safety instructions 1.1 Life and property safety ---------------------------------------------------------------------------5 1.2 Children's safety -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------6 1.3 Electrical safety ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------6 1.4 Hot surface safety ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------7 2 Important instructions for environment 2.1 Compliance with WEEE Directive ------------------------------------------------------------------8 2.2 Package information ------------------------------------------------------------------------------8 3 Intended use 4 Your product 4.1 Overview -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.6.11 Progress of programme ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------31 4.6.12 Loading door lock ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------31 4.6.13 Changing the selections after programme has started -----------------------------------------------32 4.6.14 Cancelling the programme -----------------------------------------------------------------------------32 4.6.15 End of programme --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------32 4.6.16 Your machine is equipped with a "Standby Mode" ----------------------------------------------------33 4.7 Maintenance and cleaning ------------------------------------------------------------------------34 4.7.1 Cleaning the detergent drawer --------------------------------------------------------------------------34 4.7.2 Cleaning the loading door and the drum ----------------------------------------------------------------34...
General safety instructions This section includes security instructions which may help prevent the injuries and material damage risks. All kinds of warranties shall be invalid if these instructions are not observed. 1.1 Life and property safety Never place the product on a carpet-covered floor. Electrical parts will get overheated since air cannot circulate from under the device.
1.2 Children's safety This product can be used by the children who are at the age of 8 and over and the people whose physical, sensory or mental skills are not fully developed or who do not have necessary required experience and knowledge as long as they are supervised or trained about the safe use of the product and its risks.
Never touch the power cable plug with wet hands! Do not grab the power cord to unplug the machine, always unplug it by holding the socket with one hand, and pulling the plug with the other hand. Product should be unplugged during installation, maintenance, cleaning and repair procedures.
Important instructions for environment 2.1 Compliance with WEEE Directive This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This product has been manufactured with high quality parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling.
4.2 Package Contents 9- Power cable 10- Drain hose 11- Transportation safety bolts* 12- Mains water inlet hose (One of the following filter types is used for the mains hose connection.) a- Electronic water shut-off b- Mechanical water shut-off c- Standard 13- Liquid detergent container** 14- User Manual 15- Blind plug***...
4.3 Technical specifications Complying Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1061/2010 Supplier name or trademark Beko Beko Beko Model name WR862441B WR862441W WR862441S Rated capacity (kg) Energy efficiency class / Scale from A+++ (Highest Efficiency) to D (Lowest Efficiency) A+++ A+++ A+++ Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) Energy consumption of the standard 60°C cotton programme at full load (kWh) 1,000 1,000 1,000 Energy consumption of the standard 60°C cotton programme at partial load (kWh) 0,755 0,755 0,755 Energy consumption of the standard 40°C cotton programme at partial load (kWh) 0,730 0,730 0,730 Power consumption in ‘off-mode’ (W) 0,400 0,400 0,400 Power consumption in ‘left-on mode’ (W)
4.4 Installation • Preparation of the location and electrical, tap water and waste water installations at the place of installation is under customer's responsibility. • Make sure that the water inlet and discharge hoses as well as the power cable are not folded, pinched or crushed while pushing the product into its place after installation or cleaning procedures. • Make sure that the installation and electrical connections of the product are performed by competent persons. Manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorized persons.
4.4.3 Removing the transportation locks Loose all bolts with an appropriate wrench until they turn freely (C). Remove the transport safety bolts by turning them slightly. Insert the plastic covers in the bag containing the user manual to the openings on the rear panel.
Tighten the nuts of the hose by hand. Never use a tool when tightening the nuts. When hose connection is completed, check whether there is leak problems at the connection points by opening the taps fully. If any leaks occur, turn off the tap and remove the nut.
• To prevent the waste water to go back into the machine again and to ensure easy drainage, do not immerse the end of the hose into the waste water or do not insert it into the drain for more than 15 cm. If it is too long, cut it short. • The end of the hose should not be bent, it should not be stepped on and the hose must not be pinched between the drain and the machine. • If the length of the hose is too short, use it by adding an original extension hose. Length of the hose may not be longer than 3.2 m.
4.4.7 Electrical connection Connect the product to a grounded outlet protected by a 13 A fuse. Our company shall not be liable for any damages that will arise when the product is used without grounding in accordance with the local regulations. • Connection must comply with national regulations.
Important Fitting a different plug As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals on your plug, proceed as follows: Connect the green - yellow or green (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug marked ‘E’...
4.5 Preparation 4.5.1 Sorting the laundry * Sort laundry according to type of fabric, color, and degree of soiling and allowable water temperature. * Always obey the instructions given on the garment tags. LAUNDRY WASH SYMBOLS Symbols for washing on machine WASH Maximum Water temperatures...
4.5.2 Preparing laundry for washing • Laundry items with metal attachments such as, underwiring, belt buckles or metal buttons will damage the product. Remove the metal pieces or wash the clothes by putting them in a laundry bag or pillow case. • Take out all substances in the pockets such as coins, pens and paper clips, and turn pockets inside out and brush. Such objects may damage the product especially the glass door or cause noise problem.
4.5.4 Loading the laundry 1. Open the laundry cover. 2. Put the laundry items into the product in a loose manner. 3. Push and close the loading cover until you hear the locking sound. Ensure that no items are caught in the door. The loading door is locked while a programme is running. The door can only be opened a while after the programme comes to an end.
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• If you are using liquid detergent, do not forget to place the liquid detergent container into the main wash compartment (compartment number “2”). Choosing the detergent type Detergent type to be used depends on the fabric type and color. • Use different detergents for coloured and white laundry. • Wash your delicate clothes only with special detergents (liquid detergent, wool shampoo, etc.) used solely for delicate clothes. • When washing dark coloured clothes and quilts, it is recommended to use liquid detergent. • Wash woollens with special detergent made specifically for woollens.
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If the product does not contain a liquid detergent cup: • Do not use liquid detergent for the prewash in a programme with prewash. • Liquid detergent stains your clothes when used with "End Time" function to started delayed. If you are going to use the End Time function, do not use liquid detergent. Using gel and tablet detergent • If the gel detergent thickness is fluidal and your product does not contain a special liquid detergent cup, put the gel detergent into the main wash detergent compartment during first water intake.
4.5.7 Tips for efficient washing Clothes Delicates/ Light Colours and Black/Dark Colours Woolens/ Whites Colours Silks (Recommended (Recommended (Recommended (Recommended temperature temperature temperature range temperature range range based on range based on based on soiling level: based on soiling level: soiling level: cold soiling level: cold 40-90 o C)
4.6.4 Programmes • Cottons Use this programme for your cotton laundry (such as bed sheets, duvet and pillowcase sets, towels, bathrobes, underwear, etc.). Your laundry will be washed with vigorous washing action for a longer washing cycle. • Synthetics Use this programme to wash your synthetic clothes (shirts, blouses, synthetic/cotton blends, etc.).
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• Daily Quick Use this programme to wash your lightly soiled cotton clothes in a short time. • Super Short Use this programme to wash your little amount of lightly soiled cotton clothes in a short time. Your clothes will be washed at 30 ºC in a short time like 14 minutes. • DarkCare Use this programme to wash your dark coloured laundry or the laundry that you do not want it get faded.
4.6.5 Temperature selection Whenever a new programme is selected, the maximum temperature for the selected programme appears on the temperature indicator. To decrease the temperature, press the Temperature Adjustment button. Temperature will decrease gradually. If the programme has not reached the heating step yet, you can change the temperature without switching the machine to Pause mode.
4.6.8 Auxiliary function selection Select the required auxiliary functions before starting the program. Furthermore, you may also select or cancel auxiliary functions that are suitable to the running programme without pressing the Start / Pause button when the machine is operating. For this, the machine must be in a step before the auxiliary function you are going to select or cancel.
Additional laundry may be loaded during the delayed start period. 5. At the end of the countdown, duration of the selected programme will be displayed. “_” symbol will disappear and the selected programme will start. Changing the Delayed Start period If you want to change the time during countdown: 1.
To deactivate the Child Lock: Press and hold 1 and 2 auxiliary function buttons for 3 seconds while any programme is running. The lights on the 1 and 2 Auxiliary Function buttons will flash, and "C03", "C02", "C01" will appear on the display respectively while you keep the buttons pressed for 3 seconds.
4.6.13 Changing the selections after programme has started Switching the machine to pause mode Press the Start / Pause button to switch the machine to pause mode while a programme is running. The light of the step which the machine is in starts flashing in the Programme Follow-up indicator to show that the machine has been switched to the pause mode.
4.6.16 Your machine is equipped with a "Standby Mode" In case of not starting any programme or waiting without making any other operation when the machine is turned on by On/Off button and while it is in selection step or if no other operation is performed approximately 2 minutes after the programme you selected has come to an end, your machine will automatically switch to energy saving mode.
4.7 Maintenance and cleaning Service life of product extends and frequently experienced problems will be reduced if it is cleaned at regular intervals. 4.7.1 Cleaning the detergent drawer Clean the detergent drawer at regular intervals (every 4-5 washing cycles) as shown below in order to prevent accumulation of powder detergent in time.
After every washing make sure that no foreign substance is left in the drum. If the holes on the bellow shown in the figure are blocked, open the holes using a toothpick. Foreign metal substances will cause rust stains in the drum. Clean the stains on the drum surface by using cleaning agents for stainless steel.
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CAUTION: Foreign substances left in the pump filter may damage your product or may cause noise problem. CAUTION: In regions where freezing is possible, the faucet must be closed, system hose must be removed and the water inside the product must be drained when the product is not in use.
Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Programme does not start • *Press the Start / Pause / Cancel Start / Pause / Cancel button was not pressed. button. after closing the door. Programme cannot be • To cancel the programme, turn Washing machine has switched to self protection the Programme Selection knob to mode due to a supply problem (line voltage, water started or selected.
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Problem Reason Solution Washing takes longer Water pressure is low. • Machine waits until taking in adequate amount of water to prevent poor time than specified in the washing quality due to the decreased manual.(*) amount of water. Therefore, the washing time extends. • Washing time is prolonged to avoid Voltage might be low.
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Problem Reason Solution Machine does not switch to There might be unbalanced load in the machine. • Automatic unbalanced load detection system might be activated due to the spinning step. (*) unbalanced distribution of the laundry in the drum. • Check the filter and the draining hose. The machine will not spin if water is not drained completely.
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Problem Reason Solution Colour of the clothes faded. Excessive laundry was loaded in. • Do not load the machine in excess. (**) Detergent in use is damp. • Keep detergents closed in an environment free of humidity and do not expose them to excessive temperatures.
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Problem Reason Solution Detergent residue in the Detergent is put in wet drawer. • Dry the detergent drawer before putting in detergent. detergent drawer. (**) • Keep detergents closed in an Detergent has gotten damp. environment free of humidity and do not expose them to excessive temperatures.
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If you have purchased an extended guarantee please refer to the instructions contained within the extended guarantee agreement document. Otherwise please call the appropriate number above where service can be obtained at a charge. Should you experience any difficulty in obtaining service please contact the Beko Customer Help-Line. Tel: 0845 600 4911...
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Guarantee Washing Machine Your new Beko product is guaranteed against the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of the original purchase. What is covered? • Repairs necessary as a result of faulty materials, defective components or manufacturing defect. • The cost of functional replacement parts, but excluding consumable items. • The labour costs of a Beko approved repairer to carry out the repair. What is not covered? • Transit, delivery or accidental damage or misuse and abuse.
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