Brandt WFB124QWA Quick start guide

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE (EN)

Washing Machine

CONTENTS

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

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

Operation...............................................................................11

Maintenance ..........................................................................24

Troubleshooting.....................................................................28

Availability of spare parts.......................................................30

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 can be used by children aged 8 years and over

and by individuals with physical, sensory or reduced mental

capacity, or lack of experience and knowledge under

supervision or if they have been given instructions on how to

use the appliance safely and have fully understood the risks

involved. 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 10 kilograms.

•Maximum water supply pressure: 1 MPa

•Minimum water supply pressure: 0.05MPa

Warning!

Product installation

•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.

Appliance damage hazard!

•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.

•Do not lean against the door of 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.

•Do not wash carpets.

Operation of the appliance

•Before using the appliance for the first time, perform a complete

washing 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.

•Check that the water inside the drum has been drained before

opening the door. Do not open the door if you can still see water

inside the washing machine.

•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

Description of the product

Top panel

Drain hose

Control panel

Water supply hose

Power cord

Detergent compartment

Drum

Window

Filter

Note!

•The illustration of the accessories is provided for reference

purposes only. Please refer to the actual product.

Accessories

Transit bolt

hole covers

Cold water

supply hose

Hot water

supply hose

(not supplied)

Drain hose

holder

(not supplied)

User guide

Installation location

Warning!

•It is important that the product be stabilised so that it will not

move!

•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.

Unpacking the washing machine

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.

Remove the transit bolts

Warning!

•You need to remove all of 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.

Adjusting the levelling feet

Warning!

•The lock nuts on the four levelling feet must be tightened

against the washing machine body.

1. Check that the feet are still firmly attachedto 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.

Down

Foot lock nut

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