BENDIX BIW 145 W Operating And Installation Instructions
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Page 1: Washing Machine
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 1 OPERATING & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WASHING MACHINE BIW 125 W BIW 145 W 35.292.984/0... -
Page 2: Important Safety Information
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 2 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
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 3 Contents For the User Washing Hints 12-13 Which detergent?..Important Safety Information And in which form? Your New Washing Machine Wash Care Symbols Description of the Appliance Washing Programmes 15-16 Detergent dispenser drawer Maintenance and Cleaning 17-18 The Control Panel Descaling... -
Page 4: Your New Washing Machine
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 4 Your New Washing Machine Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The programme selector dial combines the In the interest function of programme and temperature selection, of the environment making it easier to set the programme. -
Page 5: Description Of The Appliance
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 5 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
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 6 The Control Panel BIW 125 W 1 Detergent dispenser drawer The prewash ends with a short spin in programmes for cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the programme Programme Option buttons for delicate fabrics the water is only drained. Depending on the programme, different functions can 4 “Half Load”... -
Page 7: Programme Information
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 7 7 Programme progress display ATTENTION! If you turn the programme selector dial to another By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights programme when the machine is working, the lights of corresponding to the various phases making up the the programme progress display start to flash. -
Page 8: Operating Sequence
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 8 Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you pour 2 3. Select the required programme litres of water into the main wash compartment Turn the programme selector dial to the programme 1. the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. The light Start/Pause starts to flash. -
Page 9: Start The Programme
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 9 6. Start the programme 8. Interrupting a programme Before starting up the machine check that: Depress the Start/Pause button to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding light starts to flash. the appliance is plugged in Depress the button again to restart the programme. -
Page 10: Washing 2.5 Kg Of Mixed Fabrics At 50°C
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 10 WASHING 2 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50°C 4. Select the required Suppose you have 2 kg of lightly soiled mixed fabrics to programme wash. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature. Turn the programme selector dial to the programme 6. -
Page 11: At The End Of The Programme
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 11 7. Start the programme 8. At the end of the programme Before starting up the machine check that: The machine stops automatically. the appliance is plugged in If the “rinse hold” option has been selected, the phase the water supply tap is turned on lights “end”... -
Page 12: Washing Hints
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 12 Washing Hints Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the Very small items (handkerchiefs, ribbons, socks etc) first few times you use the appliance. should be washed in a washing bag or a pillow case. Use a good quality detergent suitable for automatic The average weights of the most common items are washing machines. -
Page 13: Which Detergent
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 13 And in which form? Which detergent?..Not only are there different types of detergent, but they To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your are also available in different forms. Whether you chose appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended... -
Page 14: Wash Care Symbols
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 14 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 15: Washing Programmes
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 15 Washing Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen Progr. Degree of soil Wash programme/ Programme Max. Possible time Description and type of laundry Washing symbol dial position options load mins. PREWASH Wash at 90°C HALF LOAD For heavy soiled cotton WHITES 90°C 3 rinses... -
Page 16: Washing Programmes
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 16 Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics, mixed fabrics, delicates and wool Progr. Programme Wash programme/ Degree of soil Max. Possible Description time Washing symbol and type of laundry dial position load options mins. Wash at 60 °C Synthetic or mixed PREWASH Wash at 50 °C... -
Page 17: Maintenance And Cleaning
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 17 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 18: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filter
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 18 • When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump Clean the filter using a hard bristle brush. cover and remove it. Always keep a cloth nearby to Tighten up the inlet hose. dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. The dangers of freezing Remove any objects from the pump impeller by •... -
Page 19: Something Not Working
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 19 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. During machine operation it is possible that the “End”... -
Page 20: Service And Spare Parts
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 20 Symptom Possible causes The internal packing has not been removed. The machine vibrates when spinning The machine is in contact with the wall or furniture. The machine is not stable and level (check diagonally). The washing load is badly distributed in the drum. Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum. -
Page 21: Guarantee Conditions
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 18/07/2005 17:14 Página 21 Customer Care Department Major Appliances Customer Care Bendix For general enquiries concerning your Bendix appliance Major Appliances or for further information on Bendix products, please Addington Way contact our Customer Care Department by letter or Luton telephone as follows: Bedfordshire... -
Page 22: Installation Instructions
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 05/07/2005 10:36 Página 22 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
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 23 Unpacking Plug the 3 holes with the plastic plugs which you All transit bolts and packing must be removed can find in the envelope containing the instruction before using the appliance booklet. You are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use in case the appliance has to be transported again. -
Page 24: Water Inlet
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 24 Water inlet Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Do not use previously used hoses for water connection. Place the drain hose into your standpipe, which should have an internal diameter of approximately 38mm thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe. -
Page 25: Levelling
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 25 2. Onto a sink outlet spigot. If the outlet spigot has not been used before, remove any blanking plug that may be in place. Any necessary adjustment can be made with a spanner. Accurate levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation. -
Page 26: Electrical Connection
35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 26 Electrical connection The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Any electrical work required to install this appliance Green and Yellow - Earth should be carried out by a qualified electrician or Blue - Neutral competent person. - Page 27 35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 27...
- Page 28 35.292.984…BIW125W-145.qxd 30/06/2005 19:22 Página 28 Bendix, Addington Way, Luton, Bedfordshire LU4 9QQ Consumer care telephone number 08705 950 950 Electrolux plc 2005/06...