John Lewis JLWM 1203 Instruction Manual

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JLWM 1203
1200 spin washing machine
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  • Page 1 JLWM 1203 1200 spin washing machine Instruction manual...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before use or installation by a qualified person. If you are unsure of the meanings of these warnings contact the John Lewis branch from which you purchased the appliance. Installation ●...
  • Page 3: Ecological Hints

    Maintenance and Cleaning ● For information on maintenance and cleaning your washing machine see pages 24 - 25 of this instruction manual. Service ● This product should only be repaired or serviced by an authorised Service Engineer and only genuine approved spare parts should be used.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Contents For the User Important Safety Information Installation Child safety Description of the Appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Child safety feature The Control Panel Programme information Using the washing machine Load the laundry Measure out the detergent Measure out the fabric softener Switch the machine on Select the desired programme/temperature Select the spin speed or the “None”...
  • Page 5: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Door handle 4 Drain pump 5 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener Child safety feature This machine incorporates a special child safety feature to prevent small children from being trapped inside the machine.
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    Installation 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 7: Unpacking

    Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Keep all packaging away from children. You are advised to keep all the transit bolts for re-use in case the machine is to be transported again. After removing all the packaging, with assistance carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom.
  • Page 8: Plumbing In

    Plumbing In Your new washing machine has been designed to be permanently plumbed in to your home’s water supply and drainage system. However, if this is not possible, it may be connected to a suitable existing tap with the drain hose discharging into a sink. The appliance has an inlet hose, with female 3/4”...
  • Page 9: Levelling

    When discharging into a standpipe ensure that the top of the standpipe is no more than 90cm (35.4'') and no less than 60cm (23.6'') above floor level. The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Force Centre.
  • Page 10: In The Interest Of The Environment

    Some vibration is inevitable, especially if mounted on a wooden floor. Sprung wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. For advice, consult a builder. If possible, always place the machine on a solid floor. In the interest of the environment Washing machines and dishwashers should be connected to the FOUL drainage system, the water will then be taken to a sewage works for treatment before...
  • Page 11: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by a Service Force agent (see page 27).
  • Page 12: The Control Panel

    The control panel 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme selector dial The programme selector dial is divided into the following sections: • Cottons • Synthetics • Delicates • Wool Hand washing • Special programmes from “Soak” to “30 Minute wash” •...
  • Page 13: Child Lock

    Programme options buttons Depending on the programme, different options can be selected together. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before pressing the “Start/Pause” button. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights illuminate. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out.
  • Page 14 8 Display (Wash time) The following pieces of information are shown on the display: Duration of washing programme in hours and ● minutes, after you have selected a programme. While the programme is running (after you have pressed the Start/Pause button), the displayed time value decreases by one unit every minute.
  • Page 15: Acoustic Signal

    If an incorrect option is selected, the red pilot light for the Start/ Pause button flashes 3 times and the message Err is displayed for about 2 seconds. Important! You must set the washing machine to Pause before you make any change in the programme in progress.
  • Page 16: Programme Information

    Programme information Soak This is a special programme for heavily soiled laundry. The machine performs a soak for about 30 minutes at 30°C. Pour the detergent for the soak programme into the compartment marked At the end of the soak time the machine will stop automatically with water left in the tub.
  • Page 17: Using The Washing Machine

    Using the washing machine Before the first wash, we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 90°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
  • Page 18: Select The Spin Speed Or The "None" Option

    6. Select the spin speed or “None” option Press the “Spin” button repeatedly in order to select the desired spin speed or the “None” option. The relevant light will light up. 7. Select the desired options If your laundry is very dirty, it may be advisable to select the “Prewash”...
  • Page 19: How To Interrupt A Programme

    12.How to interrupt a programme Press the “Start/Pause” button to interrupt the programme which is running, the corresponding light starts to flash. Press the button again to restart the programme. 13. How to open the door during the cycle of a programme You can open the door, after having set the washing machine to Pause, provided the following conditions...
  • Page 20: Hints & Tips On Washing

    Hints & tips on washing Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance. The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide: 1000g = 1 kg Sheet Pillow case Tablecloth Serviette...
  • Page 21: Wash Care Symbols

    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 22: Washing Programmes

    Washing programmes Programme/ Fabrics Type of laundry temperature Sheets, household 90° White linen, towels, cotton Cottons tablecloths 90° Sheets, household Cottons White linen, towels, cotton INTENSIVE tablecloths option selected Economy Sheets, household White 60° linen, towels, cotton tablecloths Cottons Fast coloured and 60°...
  • Page 23: Washing Programmes

    Washing programmes Programme Programme description Soak for 30 minutes Soak at 30°C 3 rinses Rinse Long spin at max. speed Drain For emptying out the last rinse of the programmes Water draining with option “Rinse hold” and programme “Soak” Drain and long spin at Spin max.
  • Page 24: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine.
  • Page 25: Cleaning The Water Inlet Filter

    • When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by • rotating it. •...
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Something not working Please carry out the following checks before contacting your local Service Force agent. IMPORTANT: if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee. During machine operation it is possible that the red Start/Pause pilot light flashes, one of the following alarm codes appears on the display and some acoustic signals sound to indicate that the machine is not working: E E 1 1 0 0...
  • Page 27: Repairs - After Sales Service

    An authorised service engineer should service this product, and only genuine spare parts should be used. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local John Lewis Branch.
  • Page 28 John Lewis Partnership 171 Victoria Street London SW1E 5NN 132 972 411 www.johnlewis.com 19/07...

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