Brandt Wfb190wa Quick start guide

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE

Washing Machine

CONTENTS

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

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

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

Maintenance ......................................................................... 23

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

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

Safety instructions

• This appliance is designed to be used for domestic

applications only

• 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 9 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 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.

• 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

Drain hose

(optional)

Drain hose

holder (optional)

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 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.

Down

Foot lock

nut

Connecting the Water Supply Hose

Warning!

•Follow the instructions in this section to avoid water leaks

or water damage.

•Don't twist, squash, modify or cut the water supply hose.

Connecting the water supply hose to a threaded tap

Threaded tap and water supply hose

Connect the other end of the water supply hose to the water

supply valve located on the back of the washing machine then

tighten down the hose by turning it clockwise.

Water supply hose

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