Defy WMY 71283 MLCW User Manual
Defy WMY 71283 MLCW User Manual

Defy WMY 71283 MLCW User Manual

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2820524250/
09-01-15.(14:10)
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WMY 71283 MLCW

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  • Page 1 WMY 71283 MLCW                 Document Number 2820524250/ 09-01-15.(14:10)
  • Page 2 Please read this user manual first! Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a Defy washing machine. We hope that you get the best results from your machine which has been manufactured with high quality and state-of-the-art technology. Please read this entire user manual and all other accompanying documents carefully before using the machine and keep it as a reference for future use.
  • Page 3: Important Instructions For Safety And Environment

    Important instructions for safety and environment This section contains safety instructions that will help protect you from risk of personal injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions shall void any warranty 1.1 General safety • This washing machine is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the washing machine by a person responsible for their safety.
  • Page 4: Intended Use

    • If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, after sales service or a similarly qualified person (preferably an electrician) or someone designated by the importer in order to avoid possible risks. • Place the machine on a rigid, flat and level surface. •...
  • Page 5: Important Instructions For Environment

    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.
  • Page 6: Technical Specifications

    Technical specifications Complying Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1061/2010 Supplier name or trademark DEFY Model name WMY 71283 MLCW Rated capacity (kg) Energy efficiency class / Scale from A+++ (Highest Efficiency) to D (Lowest Efficiency) A+++ Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) Energy consumption of the standard 60°C cotton programme at full load (kWh)
  • Page 7: Appropriate Installation Location

    4.1 Installation • Contact your nearest authorised service agent for the installation of your product. • Preparation of location, electrical, tap water and waste water installations at the place of installation is the 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.
  • Page 8: Connecting Water Supply

    4.1.4 Connecting water supply The water supply pressure required to run the product is between 1 to 10 bars (0.1 – 1 MPa). It is necessary to have 10 – 80 liters of water flowing from the fully open tap in one minute to have your machine run smoothly. Attach a pressure reducing valve if the water pressure is higher.
  • Page 9: Adjusting The Feet

    4.1.6 Adjusting the feet CAUTION: In order to ensure that the product operates more silently and vibration-free, it must stand level and balanced on its feet. Balance the machine by adjusting the feet. Otherwise, the product may move from its place and cause crushing and vibration problems.
  • Page 10: Preparing Laundry For Washing

    4.2 Preparation 4.2.1 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. 4.2.2 Preparing laundry for washing • Laundry items with metal attachments such as, underwired bras, belt buckles or metal buttons will damage the machine.
  • Page 11: Using Detergent And Softener

    4.2.6 Using detergent and softener When using detergent, softener, starch, fabric dye, bleach, decolorant or descaling agents; read the manufacturer‘s instructions written on the package and follow the dosages specified. Use a measuring cup if available. The detergent drawer is composed of three compartments: –...
  • Page 12 Using liquid detergents If the product contains a liquid detergent cup: • Put the liquid detergent container into compartment no “2”. • If the liquid detergent has lost its fluidity, dilute it with water before putting it into the detergent container.
  • Page 13: Tips For Efficient Washing

    4.2.7 Tips for efficient washing Clothes Light Colours and Black/Dark Delicates/ Colours Whites Colours Woolens/Silks (Recommended (Recommended (Recommended temperature (Recommended temperature range temperature range based temperature range range based on soiling level: based on soiling level: cold -40 on soiling level: cold based on soiling 40-90 level: cold -30...
  • Page 14: Operating The Product

    4.3 Operating the product 4.3.1 Control panel 1 - Programme selection knob 8 - Programme follow-up indicator LEDs 2 - Temperature selection LEDs 9 - On / Off button 3 - Spin speed selection LEDs 10 - Start / Pause button 4 - Duration information display 11 - Auxiliary function buttons 5 - Child lock enabled LED...
  • Page 15: Programme Selection

    4.3.2 Programme selection 1 Determine the programme suitable for the type, quantity and soiling level of the laundry in accordance with the "Programme and consumption table". 1 Select the desired programme with the “Programme Selection” knob. Programmes are limited with the highest spin speed appropriate for that particular type of fabric. When selecting the programme to be used, always take fabric type, color, soil degree and permitted water temperature into consideration.
  • Page 16: Temperature Selection

    • 40° / 40’ Use this programme to wash your lightly soiled and unstained cotton laundry in a short time. • Sports Use this programme to wash your garments that are worn for a short time such as sportswear. It is suitable to wash a small amount / synthetic blended garments.
  • Page 17: Programme And Consumption Table

    4.3.6 Programme and consumption table Auxiliary functions Selectable temperature Programme (°C) range °C 60** 0.97 1600 Cold-60 Cottons Eco 60** 0.59 1600 Cold-60 40** 0.59 1600 Cold-60 2.20 1600 • • • • • • Cold-90 Cottons 1.55 1600 • •...
  • Page 18: Auxiliary Function Selection

    4.3.7 Auxiliary function selection Select the desired auxiliary functions before starting the programme. Whenever a programme is selected, if a relevant auxiliary function is selected its related indicator light will illuminate. Indicator lights of the auxiliary functions that are not allowed to be selected with the current programme will flash and an audio warning is given.
  • Page 19: Starting The Programme

    In order to cancel the End Time function, press the On / Off button to switch the machine on or off. Do not use liquid detergents when you activate the End Time function! There is a risk of staining of the clothes. 1 Open the loading door, place the laundry and put detergent, etc.
  • Page 20: Child Lock

    4.3.11.3 Adding or taking out laundry 1. Press the Start / Pause button to switch the machine to pause mode. The programme follow-up light of the relevant step, which the machine was switched into during the pause mode, will flash. 2.
  • Page 21: Maintenance And Cleaning

    4.4 Maintenance and cleaning The service life of the product extends and frequently experienced problems will be reduced if it is cleaned at regular intervals. 4.4.1 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 over time.
  • Page 22: Cleaning The Water Intake Filters

    4.4.4 Cleaning the water intake filters There is a filter at the end of each water intake valve at the rear of the machine and also at the end of each water intake hose where they are connected to the tap. These filters prevent foreign substances and dirt in the water from enter the washing machine.
  • Page 23 If the product does not have an emergency water drainage hose: To drain the water do the following: In order to collect the water to flow out of the filter, place a large vessel in front of the filter. Turn and loosen the pump filter (counterclockwise) until water starts to flow.
  • Page 24: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Program does not start after Start / Pause / Cancel button was not pressed. Š *Press the Start / Pause / Cancel button. closing the door. Programme cannot be started or Washing machine has switched to self protection Š...
  • Page 25 Problem Reason Solution Programme time does not Timer may stop during water intake. Š The timer indicator will not countdown until the countdown. (On models with machine takes in adequate amount of water. The display) (*) machine will wait until there is a sufficient amount of water to avoid poor washing results due to lack of water.
  • Page 26 Problem Reason Solution Colour of the clothes faded. (**) Excessive laundry was loaded in. Š Do not overload the machine. Detergent in use is damp. Š Keep detergents closed in an environment free of humidity and do not expose them to excessive temperatures.
  • Page 27 Problem Reason Solution Too much foam forms in the Improper detergents for the washing machine are Š Use detergents appropriate for the washing machine. (**) being used. machine. Excessive amount of detergent is used. Š Use only sufficient amount of detergent. Detergent was stored under improper conditions.
  • Page 28: Owner's Responsibility

    Owner’s responsibility Since the following are not factory faults, they are the owners responsibility: • Damage to the exterior finish, breakage ofcomponents, damage through improper use or installation of the washing machine or damage caused by moving the washing machine. Before calling a Service technician or your dealer, please check the following: •...
  • Page 29: Service Centres

    ZAMBIA: SOUTHGATE INVESTMENTS LTD 160 Long Street, Hilton, Bloemfontein 9301 Plot 1606, Sheki Sheki Road Tel: 051 400 3900 P.O. Box 33681 Bloemfontein.Service@defy.co.za Lusaka, 10101, Zambia Tel: +260 0211 242332I3 CAPE TOWN Fax: +260 0211 242933 sgiservicecentre@ 5A Marconi Rd. Montague Gardens, 7441 microlink.zm...
  • Page 30: Warranty

    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.

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