User manual TRICITY BIW123W

[. . . ] OPERATING & INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS WASHING MACHINE BIW 123 W 132993050 Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation Use This appliance is heavy. It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. [. . . ] To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment should be removed. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits. P1164 P0605 Cleaning the drawer recess Having removed the drawer, use a small brush to clean the recess, ensuring that all washing powder residue is removed from the upper and lower part of the recess. Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme without any clothes in the drum. After each wash Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming inside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the door seal. Maintenance Wash With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues inside the drum. Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder (such as Ariel Futur). P0038 Cleaning the pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if · the machine does not empty and/or spin · the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. · Open the pump door. External cleaning Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly. Cleaning the dispenser drawer The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. Flush it out under a tap, to remove any traces of accumulated powder. P1114 · Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. · Pull out the emergency emptying hose, place it in the 16 container and remove its cap. · When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover and remove it. Always keep a cloth nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. Cleaning the water inlet filters If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filters may become clogged. Tighten up the inlet hoses. P1115 · Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. P1090 The dangers of freezing If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0°C, certain precautions should be taken. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hoses in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out. Screw the water inlet hoses back on and reposition the emergency emptying hoses after having put the cap on again. When you intend to start the machine up again, make sure that the room temperature is above 0°C. Important! · Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. P1117 · Screw the pump cover fully in. · Close the pump door. Warning When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When replacing the cover, ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it. Every time you drain the water through the emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer and then run the drain programme. This will activate the ECO valve avoiding that part of the detergent remains unused at next washing. Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine: · pull out the plug from the power socket; · close the water taps; · if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; · open the pump door; 17 · place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl. [. . . ] The joining piece must have an internal diameter of 18mm. 24 Min. 60 cm. (23. 6") 30 cm (12") If you intend the drain hose to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic "U-Piece" supplied. 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 being discharged safely into a river. It is essential that these appliances are not connected to the surface water drainage system as this water is discharged directly into a river or stream and may cause pollution. [. . . ]