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- Page 1 Advancing the science of washing OPERATING MANUAL USE ONLY GENUINE IFB SPARES & ACCESSORIES * Company shall not be responsible for defects arising due to usage of spurious parts and accessories...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS KNOW YOUR MACHINE INSTALLATION Pre Installation Unpacking Setting Up Water Inlet Water Outlet Electrical Connection USING YOUR MACHINE Control Panel Automatic Detergent Dispenser Tray Selector Buttons Programme Selector Knob Programme Selection Programme Selection Chart OPERATION Sorting of Garments Loading the Machine Detergent to be used and Quantity Treatment of Stains Wash Load Guide... -
Page 4: Know Your Machine
KNOW YOUR MACHINE ADVANTAGES OF TUMBLE WASH ADVANTAGES OF TUMBLE WASH MOST EFFECTIVE CLEANING AS THE CLOTHES PASS THROUGH SOAPY WATER AND ALSO FALL ON SOAP SOLUTION IMPROVING WETTING OF CLOTHES. RESEMBLES THE THUMPING AND RUBBING ACTION OF GENTLE HAND WASH. USES LESS WATER COMPARED TO TUB TYPE TOP LOADERS. -
Page 5: Water Inlet
PRE-INSTALLATION 1. Make sure there is a 16 amp. 3-pin electrical point preferably with a 16 amp. fuse, within 1 meter of the machine. Make sure it has proper earthing. 2. Fixed plumbing is recommended for the machine. machine has a collar with3/4”parallel internal threads. -
Page 6: Setting Up
SETTING UP SETTING UP 1. MAKE SURE THAT THE MACHINE RESTS ON ALL FOUR FEET ON A LEVEL SURFACE.Adjustable screws are provided at the bottom to allow levelling. 2. Loosen securing nut. Adjust the screw to change level. Tighten securing nut to ensure that screw is locked into place. -
Page 7: Using Your Machine
CONTROL PANEL Let’s take a look at the control panel and understand the working of each of its features. Each feature serves a specific purpose in the complete operation of the machine. -
Page 8: Automatic Detergent Dispenser Tray
AUTOMATIC DETERGENT DISPENSER TRAY Designed for automatic dispensing of detergent. The Detergent Dispenser Tray should be filled with detergent before the start of a programme. Normal-wash chamber: (Marked-I),to be filled with - detergent during every wash programme. Do not fill detergent in other chambers. -
Page 9: Programme Selector Knob
PROGRAMME SELECTOR KNOB To select the right programme as per the fabric being washed and extent of soilage. A choice of 10 programmes is available to wash different kinds/loads of clothes. Programme selection should be done before the machine is switched ON. THE STARTING POINT OF PROGRAMME NEEDS TO BE SELECTED BY SHIFTING THE PROGRAMME SELECTOR KNOB ADJACENT TO PRINTED LETTERS. -
Page 10: Programme Selector Knob
STAGE II : Rinse After washing, the rinsing is done automatically four times to remove traces of detergent and dirt from clothes. For most efficient rinsing two intermittent short spins are provided. STAGE III : Intense spin Dry Spin drying takes place at 600 rpm for longer duration. 2.Easy Care Programme To be used for easy care fabrics like polyester blends or predominantly having such fabric in mixed load. -
Page 11: Operation
OPERATION SORTING OF GARMENTS Machine to be used for machine washable fabrics only (Look for wash symbols given on your garments.) Non-fast coloured should be washed with like colours only .Wash whites separately from colours. Check the pockets for any loose articles like coins, keys, keychains etc. -
Page 13: Detergent To Be Used And Quantity
DETERGENT TO BE USED AND QUANTITY The best results will be achieved using correct amount of washing machine detergent. Approximate quantities to be used: Full load i.e. 5 kgs Half Load i.e. 2.5 kg and below Liquid detergents can be used. Hard water and heavily soiled clothes require more than the recommended quantity of detergents. -
Page 16: Programme Run
PROGRAMME RUN Note: During the programme run the knob turns automatically in the clockwise direction only. Washing, rinsing and spinning can be seen through the porthole window. At any moment the position of the knob with respect to its start position shows how far the programme has advanced. -
Page 17: Maintenance
FLUFF FILTER Open door flap by pressing on the right hand. Place shallow container under the tray to collect water that comes out. Turn Fluff Filter cover anti-clockwise drain water into container and take out filter MAINTENANCE Clean filter under running water Replace filter and screw on tightly to avoid leakage of water ENSURE THAT THE FLUFF FILTER IS... -
Page 18: Drum
DRUM Rust Stains Never leave metal items e.g. paper clips, safety pins etc. in the drum as there is a danger of rusting. If there are any rust stains remove with a non-chlorine agent. Special non-metal sponges (never use steel wool) may also be used. SIEVES Cleaning of Water Connection Sieves, filter Turn off Taps. -
Page 19: Fault Diagnosis
FAULT DIAGNOSIS WHY DOES IT HAPPEN? WATER DOES NOT ENTER MACHINE/DETERGENT NOT BEING FLUSHED INTO DRUM. Check water supply Porthole door not firmly closed Water tap not turned on Bent inlet hose Sieve on inlet valve clogged SUDS ESCAPING FROM DETERGENT DISPENSER TRAY. Detergent used is not a washing machine detergent Excessive detergent used WATER LEAKAGE FROM THE MACHINE. -
Page 20: Safety Precautions
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1. Ensure that the machine is properly balanced on four adjustable feet. 2. Ensure that the machine is connected to 3 pin socket with earth and 16 amps fuse. 3. The machine is tested with water during assembly for performance checking. -
Page 21: Technical Data
Dimensions(DxWxH) Weight Capacity Programmes Selector Buttons Motor Rating Spin Speed Heater Rating Drum Temperature Selection Drain Pump Rating Water Consumption Power Consumption Cotton Wash Programme : Connected Load Programme Duration Power supply Water Pressure Specifications are subject to change without prior notice. *Capacity depends on size, texture and combination of clothes Depending on water pressure, Water hardness, Water inlet Temperature, Quantity and type of textile, Detergents used, Degree of soiling, Ambient condition, selected... - Page 23 MODEL : ELENA DEALER’S NAME : CUSTOMER’S NAME : ADDRESS : PIN CODE : TEL. NO. (Resi.) E-MAIL : MOTOR SR. NO. : DATE OF PURCHASE : MODEL : ELENA DEALER’S NAME : CUSTOMER’S NAME : ADDRESS : PIN CODE : TEL.
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