Brandt BT712HQA Quick start guide

EN GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE

Washing Machine

CONTENTS

Safety instructions ........................................................................................ 2

Installation..................................................................................................... 5

Operation .................................................................................................... 12

Maintenance operations ............................................................................. 23

Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 27

Availability of spare parts............................................................................ 29

Safety instructions

This appliance is designed to be used for domestic and

similar applications such as:

kitchen areas for staff in shops, offices and other

professional premises,

farms,

use by hotel, motel and other residential clients,

B&B type environments.

The appliance must be connected to the mains water

supply using the brand new connection fittings supplied

with the appliance. Never reuse old fittings.

Never obstruct the ventilation openings.

This appliance may be used by children aged 8years or

over and by individuals with reduced physical, sensual or

metal capacity or lack of experience or knowledge of the

device provided that they are correctly supervised or have

been provided with instructions regarding the safe use of

the appliance and provided that the risks present have

been fully understood. Children must not be allowed to

play with the appliance. Cleaning and maintenance

operations must not be carried out by children without

supervision.

Children under the age of three should be kept away from

the appliance unless they are under constant supervision.

If the power cord is damaged, it should be replaced by the

manufacturer, its after-sales service department or a

similarly qualified person, so as to avoid danger.

Regarding the instructions for installing the appliance and

making its electrical connections, please refer to the

appropriate section in this guide.

WARNING: Do not connect the appliance to hot water.

The maximum weight of dry laundry is 7kilograms.

Maximum water supply pressure: 1 MPa

Minimum water supply pressure: 0.1MPa

Warning!

Productinstallation

This washing machine is intended for indoor use only.

It is not designed for built-in installation.

Never obstruct the openings.

This washing machine must not be installed in bathrooms,

very damp rooms or in rooms where there are explosive

gasses or caustic substances. If the washing machine has

only one water inlet valve, connect it to a cold water source

only.

The power plug must remain accessible after the

appliance is installed.

Remove all packaging materials and the transit bolts

before using the appliance. Failure to do so may seriously

damage your washing machine.

Appliancedamagehazard!

Your appliance is for household (domestic) use only and is

designed solely for machine washable textiles.

Do not climb on the top of the washing machine. Care

when handling the washing machine:

Care when handling the washing machine:

1. The transit bolts must be refitted to the washing

machine by a qualified person.

2. Drain any water from the appliance before moving

the washing machine.

3. Handle the appliance with care. Never lift the

appliance by grabbing projecting parts. The door

must not be used as a handle when moving the

appliance.

4. This appliance is heavy. Carry it with care.

Do not close the door using excessive force. If the

door is hard to close, make sure that the drum is not

overloaded and that the laundry is properly

distributed.

Operationoftheappliance

Before using the appliance for the first time, perform a

complete wash cycle empty.

Use of inflammable and explosive solvents is prohibited.

Never use fuel and alcohol, etc. as detergents. Only

choose detergents that are suitable for machine washing.

Empty the pockets of your clothes. Cutting and rigid

objects like coins, pins, nails, screws, stones, etc. may

seriously damage this appliance.

Be careful to avoid injury when draining very hot washing

water.

Never add water by hand during washing.

Once the washing cycle has finished, wait two minutes

before opening the door.

Installation

Descriptionoftheproduct

Note!

The illustration of the accessories is provided for reference

purposes only. Please refer to the actual product.

Door

Detergent compartment

Drum

Filter

Power cord

Control panel

Drain hose

Accessories

Transit bolt

hole covers

Cold water

supply hose

Drain hose

holder

User guide

Installationlocation

Warning!

It is important that the product is stabilised to prevent it

from moving!

Ensure that the appliance is not resting on the power cord.

To install your washing machine, choose a location

that is:

1. On a hard, dry, flat surface

2. Not exposed to direct sunlight

3. Adequately ventilated

4. In a room at ambient temperature

5. Away from heat sources

The washing machine is designed to operate at

ambient temperature. If it is used in a room where

the temperature is below 0°C, the water inlet valve

and the drainage system may be damaged.

Unpackingthewashingmachine

Warning!

Packaging materials (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be

hazardous to children.

There is a suffocation hazard! Keep all packaging materials

away from children.

1. Remove the cardboard box and the

polystyrene wrapping.

2. Lift the washing machine and

remove the packaging under it.

Don't forget to remove the small

foam triangle at the same time as

the lower packaging.

If you cannot do so, lay the washing

machine on its side and remove the

small foam triangle by hand.

3. Remove the adhesive tape that holds the power cord and

the drain hose in place.

4. Remove the water supply hose from the drum.

Fit the acoustic foam (optional)

Note!

Fitting acoustic foam helps to reduce noise when the

washing machine is in use.

1. Place your washing machine on one of its sides, making

sure you protect the floor.

2. Affix the foam as shown on the diagram, using the correct

dimensions.

Removethetransitbolts

Warning!

You need to remove all the transit bolts located at the back

of the washing machine before using it.

You'll need the transit bolts again if you move the washing

machine. Keep them in a safe place.

Proceed as follows to remove the transit bolts:

1. Use a spanner to loosen the four

transit bolts then pull them out.

2. Push the four transit bolt cover

caps provided for this purpose into

the holes.

3. Keep the transit bolts in a safe

place for future reuse.

Adjustingthelevellingfeet

Warning!



The lock nuts on the four levelling feet must be tightened against the body

of the washing machine.

1. Check that the feet are still firmly attached to the washing

machine. If this is not the case, return them to their original

position and tighten the nuts.

2. Slacken the lock nut and turn the foot until it touches the

floor.

3. Adjust the feet and lock them into position using a spanner.

Check that the washing machine is stable.

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