Baumatic BWD1206SL-W User manual

BWD1206SL-W
Washer - Dryer
Machine

USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC
BWD1206SL-W
60 cm 6 kg
Washer - Dryer
machine
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NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important
information, including safety & installation points, which will
enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it
in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for
you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
GS 03/03/11

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Contents
Environmental note 4
Important safety information 5 – 6
Specifications 7
Description of the appliance 8 - 11
Controlpanel 9
Control panel functions 9 - 10
Detergentdrawer 11
Preparing the wash cycle 11 - 14
Preparing your garments for washing 11 - 13
A selection of wash care symbols 13
Detergents and conditioners 14
Wash program table 15
Wash program guidance 15 - 16
Selecting a wash program 16 - 18
Descriptions of the wash programs 16 - 17
Pausing a wash program 17
Delay start feature 17 - 18
Childlock 18
Maintenance and cleaning 18 - 26
Indailyuse 18-19
Control panel and washing machine cabinet 19
Detergentdrawer 19
The washing machine drum 19 - 20
Door 20
Cleaning the drain pump filter 20 – 21
Cleaning the water inlet filter 21
Winterstorage 21
Movingthemachine 22
Removingstains 23
Stainremovalrules 23
Stain removal guide 23 - 24
Poor wash results 25 - 26
Installation 26 – 31
Removing the transit bolts 26 - 27
Locating your washing machine 27
Connecting to the mains water supply 28
Connecting to the water outlet 28 - 29
Levelling the appliance 29
Powersupply 30
Before first use maintenance wash 30
Error code failure system 31 – 33
General troubleshooting 32 – 33
Contact details 34

Environmental note
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Important safety information
Your safety is of the utmost importance to
Baumatic. Please make sure that you read this
instruction booklet before attempting to install or
use the appliance. If you are unsure of any of the
information contained in this booklet, please
contact the Baumatic Customer Care Department.
General Safety
oRepairs to your appliance must only be carried out by a
Baumatic engineer or one of its authorised service agents. Any
attempt by an inexperienced person to repair the appliance,
could result in injury or damage to your washing machine.
oIf you notice that the mains cable is damaged. The appliance
must not be used. The same applies if you notice that the
worktop, control panel or base area is damaged. As this could
allow access to the internal components of the machine.
oThe appliance should be turned off and isolated from the mains
supply, before either cleaning or maintenance work is attempted.
oThe mains cable must not be used to pull the plug out of the
electrical socket.
oThe machine should not be sprayed with water.
oThe glass of the porthole door may become hot during the higher
temperature wash programs.
oThe machine should be allowed to cool before carrying out an
emergency drain or cleaning the drain filter.
oIt is possible for small animals to chew either the mains cable or
water hoses, which could cause an electric shock hazard.
Installation
oThe installation instructions contained within this user manual
should be followed.
oIt is obligatory for the completed installation to comply with all
relevant building regulations and local water authority
requirements.
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oBefore the first use of the appliance, we advise that a 95
degree cotton wash is completed. No garments should be
placed inside the machine; however a small amount of
detergent must be used.
During Use
oIt is recommended that the appliance is unplugged and the
water supply is turned off after the machine is used.
oThis appliance is only designed to wash normal domestic
washloads. If you use your washing machine in any other way or
it is incorrectly used, then Baumatic accepts no liability for any
damage that might be caused and any guarantee will be void.
oNo attempt should be made to alter or modify the specifications
of this appliance.
oThe detergents that you place in this appliance should be
suitable for automatic washing machines. With regards to dosage
levels, the detergent manufacturer’s recommendations should be
followed.
oYou should not wash garments that have been in contact with
flammable materials.
oYour washing machine should not be used for dry cleaning.
oIf you use either dyes or bleaching agents inside this machine,
then you should consult with the manufacturer of these products
to make sure they are suitable for use in your washing machine.
Baumatic cannot be held responsible for any damage that may
result.
Child Safety
oYour washing machine should only be used by adults. You should
not allow children in the area of the machine unsupervised. You
should not let them touch the controls or play with the appliance.
oIt could be possible for a child or pet to gain access to the
washing machine through the porthole door. Therefore please
check the drum before using the appliance.
oAny packaging that is removed from the machine should be kept
away from children.
oAll detergents should be kept out of a child’s reach and in a safe
place.

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Specifications
o7 wash programs
o3 Drying programs
o6 kg wash load
o3 kg drying load
o1200 rpm maximum spin speed
oLED display
oDelay start
oDrum size: 46 litres
oPorthole diameter: 300 mm
oElectronic control operation
oWash phase indicator
oAdjustable spin speed
oDigital countdown indicator
oBlock filter indicator
oSelf-adjusting water level to load
oAutomatic consumption reduction
oFailure detection system
oImbalance control system
oOverflow protection
oSafety-lock
oHalf load
oAnti-crease function
oAdjustable feet
Appliance dimensions
Height: 850 mm
Width: 595 mm
Depth: 590 mm
Ratings
Energy efficiency class (wash only) A
Energy efficiency class (wash and dry) C
Wash performance class A
Water extraction performance class B
For future reference please record the following information which can
be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be
found on your sales invoice. The rating plate for your washing machine
will either be located on the right hand side of the cabinet or behind
the porthole door.
Model Number ……………………………….
Serial Number ……………………………….
Date of Purchase ……………………………….

Description of the appliance
Accessories
1 x Inlet hose
assembly 1 x Drain hose bracket 1 x Instruction manual 3 x Blanking plugs
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Control panel
A) Power button G) Start / pause button
B) Program selection dial H) Eco wash button
C) Detergent drawer I) Dry cycle button
D) Spin speed setting button J) Extra rinse button
E) LED display K) Delay start button
F) Wash status indicator L) Wash temperature button
Control panel functions
A) Power button: Press this button once to turn the machine on
and once again to switch it off.
B) Program selection dial: Turn the dial clockwise or anti-
clockwise to select the required program.
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C) Detergent drawer: Instructions are printed on the front of the
drawer. See below section for further details.
D) Spin speed setting button: Press this
button to select the required spin speed.
E) LED display: Information such as remaining wash time,
temperature and spin speed setting and error codes are shown
here.
F) Wash status indicator: This light shows the stage of the cycle
in the selected program.
G) Start / pause button: Press this button to begin operation.
Press this button again during operation to pause the program.
The display screen will start blinking and the machine will be
paused. Press this button again and the program will continue.
H) Eco wash button: This function automatically adjusts the water
consumption, wash time and temperature to make the cycle
more environmentally friendly.
I) Dry cycle button: Press this button and the corresponding light
will go on and the appliance will dry the laundry after the last
spin cycle.
J) Extra rinse button: Press this button and the overhead
indicator will go on. An additional rinse operation will be
activated to obtain a better rinse performance.
K) Delay start button: Use this button to set a delay starting time
for your wash cycle. See the appropriate section later in this
manual. L) Wash temperature button: Press this
button and the wash temperature will be
displayed on the screen. Select a suitable
temperature according to the type of
laundry.
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Detergent drawer
1) Pre wash section
This compartment should have detergent placed in it, if you are going
to select a pre-wash before the main wash cycle.
2) Main wash section
This compartment should have detergent placed in it (you should also
put a water softening agent in this section, if you use one). The
detergent will be added to the drum at the start of the main wash
program.
3) Conditioner section
This compartment should be used for liquid conditioners (fabric
softener, starch). They will be added to the wash load during the final
rinse.
Preparing the wash cycle
Preparing your garments for washing
oYour washing should be sorted out, according to
the fabric type and the wash care symbol that is
printed on the garment’s wash care label (see
separate section on wash care symbols).
oYour washing should also be sorted out
according to the degree of soiling.
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oCheck all pockets on a garment to make sure that they are
empty.
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oRemove any detachable metal items (badges,
paperclips, safety pins etc).
oZips should be closed, duvet covers and
pillow cases should be buttoned up and any loose straps should
be tied up. This will help to prevent other garments from getting
damaged during the wash.
oWoolens and knitted coloured fabrics should be turned inside out
before being washed in the appliance.
oSmall delicate items (tights, baby socks) should be placed in
either a washing net or a zipped pillow case.
oCurtains should be handled with particular care. All plastic hooks
or metal strips must be removed before being washed in the
appliance.
oColoured items and whites should be washed
in separate wash cycles.
oNew garments often contain an excess of
dye, therefore it is advisable to wash them separately for their
first wash.
oGarments should be unfolded and shook out before being placed
inside the machine.
Wash load
The maximum wash loads for the main programs are as follows:
Cotton 6 kg
Synthetic 3 kg
Delicate 2 kg
Quick wash 3 kg
Pre-wash 6 kg
Spin 6 kg
Wash 6 kg
Dry 3 kg
Rinse 6kg

For optimum wash results, please consult the load reference table
below:
Laundry item Fabric Approximate wash load
(g)
Bed sheet (single) Cotton 800
Blanket Wool 3000
Blended fabric clothes N/A 800
Jackets Cotton 800
Jeans N/A 800
Overalls Cotton 950
Pajamas N/A 200
Shirts N/A 300
Socks Blended fabrics 50
T-Shirts Cotton 300
Underwear Blended fabrics 70
A selection of wash care symbols
Washing
Boiling
temp
95°C
Normal
temp
60°C
Normal
temp
40°C
Do not
wash!
Bleachable
in cold
water
Do not
bleach! Wool seal
Dry
cleaning
Delicate
temp
30°C
Delicate
temp
40°C
Hand
wash
only
All
solvents
All but TRI
Benzine
only
Do not
clean!
Spin
dryer
Normal Low
High
Do not
dry!
Hang to
dry
Drip dry
Dry
flat
Ironing
110°C
150°C
200°C
Do not
iron!
oThe wash care symbols should be used to help you to select the
most suitable wash program. They will also help you to sort your
laundry into different loads, depending on the fabric type and the
highest temperature which the garment can be washed at.
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Detergents and conditioners
The amount of detergent that you need to use in your appliance, will
depend on
oThe degree of soiling.Lightly soiled garments in general
require less detergent.
oThe size of the wash load.A smaller wash load will require a
reduction in the amount of detergent.
oThe hardness of your tap water.The harder your water is,
then the more detergent you will need to use. The detergent
manufacturers normally give guidance as to how much extra
detergent should be used, depending on the hardness of the
water.
Liquid detergent
If you are using liquid detergent, then in the majority of cases the
liquid should be placed inside the dosing device supplied by the
detergent manufacturer and placed inside the drum. All instructions on
the detergent packaging should be followed.
Water softening agents
If your tap water is hard, then it may be prudent to utilise a water
softening agent. This will help to ensure that the appliance does not
become clogged with hard water deposits. You may also find that it will
allow you to lessen the amount of detergent that you are using.
When using any detergent or water softening
agent, the recommendations of the
manufacturers should be followed.
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Wash program table
Program Maximum
temperature
(°C)
Preset
temperature
(°C)
Detergent
drawer
compartments
used
Recommended
laundry Default spin
speed
(rpm)
Pre-wash 90 40 1,2,3 Heavily soiled 1000
Cotton
and linen 90 40 2,3 Cotton fabrics 1000
Synthetics 60 40 2,3 Synthetic
fabrics 800
Wool 40 0 2,3 Wool fabrics 600
Quick
wash 40 0 2,3 Lightly soiled cotton, linen
and synthetic
fabrics
800
Wash 60 40 2,3 Cotton, linen
and synthetic
fabrics
N/A
Rinse 0 0 3 Cotton, linen
and synthetic
fabrics
800
Spin 0 0 None Cotton, linen
and synthetic
fabrics
1000
Dry The laundry is completely dry when the cycle is
complete. Cotton, linen and synthetic
fabrics
N/A
Iron The laundry is completely dry when the cycle is
complete. Cotton, linen and synthetic
fabrics
N/A
Air wash Air refresh wash for small items that need a
quick refresh e.g. school uniforms. Cotton, linen and synthetic
fabrics
N/A
Wash program guidance
oThe washing machine automatically selects a temperature for a
particular wash program. However it is possible to alter the
temperature by using the temp button. All temperatures will not be
available on certain wash programs.
oThe washing machine automatically selects a spin speed for a
particular wash program. However it is possible to alter the spin
speed by using the spin button. All spin speeds will not be available
on certain wash cycles.
oImportant: You should make sure that the selected spin speed is
appropriate for the garments that you are washing.
oImportant: Before opening the door of the appliance, you MUST
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oThe active phases will appear at the top of the LED display, as the
wash program progresses.
oThe LED display shows an approximate time for the selected wash
cycle. Please note that factors external to the machine, e.g. the
temperature of your water supply, your water pressure etc. can
affect the time it takes for a wash cycle to complete. For a general
guide, please see the table below:
Program Energy
consumption
(kWh)
Water
consumption
(L)
Approximate washing
time
(min)
Pre-wash 0.637 68.3 133
Cotton and
linen 0.482 58.4 133
Synthetics 0.288 34.1 72
Wool 0.225 30.8 60
Quick wash 0.018 30.4 12
Wash 0.341 12.1 61
Rinse 0.038 32.7 24
Spin 0.033 0 11
Dry 4.227 111.4 150
Iron 0.888 23.5 60
Air wash 0.446 11.76 30
Selecting a wash program
Setting a wash and dry program
oPress the ON / OFF button (A).
oRotate the program selection dial (B) to set the required program.
oIf you wish to add a dry cycle to the program, press the dry cycle
button (I) before the wash cycle beings.
oPress the start / pause button (G) to begin the wash and dry cycle.
oIf you press the dry cycle button (I) a second time before the wash
cycle starts this will turn off the dry cycle.
Setting a wash program only
oPress the ON / OFF button (A).
oRotate the program selection dial (B) to set the required
program. Wash only programs available are Cotton and linen,
Synthetics, Wool, Quick wash and Wash.
oIf you wish to set a pre-wash to a program, rotate the program
selection dial (B) to the pre-wash option and the washer-dryer

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will proceed to carry out a pre-wash followed by a standard
cotton and linen wash cycle.
oPress the start / pause button (G) to begin the wash cycle.
oIf you press the extra rinse button (J) before the cycle starts,
the machine will add this function to your wash program.
oBefore you start the cycle you can also adjust the spin speed and
wash temperature by pressing the relevant buttons.
Setting a dry cycle only
oPress the ON / OFF button (A).
oRotate the program selection dial (B) to set the required
program. Drying only cycles available are Dry, Iron and Air
wash.
oPress the start / pause button (G) to begin the drying cycle.
oThe final part of a drying cycle is a cooling cycle without
heat to ensure that the dried items are left at a
temperature that keeps them undamaged.
Pausing a wash program
oIf you want to pause a wash program temporarily, you should
press the start / pause button (G).
oWhen you want to restart the wash cycle, press the start / pause
(G) button again.
Delay start feature
Your appliance has a delay start feature, which allows you to delay the
start of a wash cycle until a later time.
oPut the laundry into the drum and close the door.
oPress the delay start button (K) repeatedly before starting the
program to enter the time you want the machine to be finished
by.
oThe start time can be delayed from 30 minutes to 24 hours. By
pressing the button the time will increase in 30 minute intervals.

oAfter the desired delay time is selected, press the start / pause
button (G) to start the countdown. The countdown time is
displayed on the screen until the program ends.
IMPORTANT: The delay time must be longer than the program
time otherwise the washer-dryer will start the wash
programme immediately.
Child lock
Your appliance has a child lock option, if this is set, it will mean that
nobody can affect the operation of the wash program once it has
started.
oPress the delay start button (K) and the start / pause button
(G) simultaneously for about 3 seconds after starting a program.
The settings cannot be changed using the operating buttons or
dial while the lock is activated. The machine emits an audible
signal while the control panel is locked.
oTo release the safety lock, press the delay start button (K) and
the start / pause button (G) simultaneously again for about 3
seconds.
Maintenance and cleaning
In daily use
oOnce a wash cycle has completed, you
should pull out the detergent drawer
slightly, so it can dry out.
oLeave the porthole door ajar for a short
while after a wash cycle has completed.
This should help to prevent stagnant
smells and to protect the door seal.
oClose the water tap.
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oWe suggest that you disconnect the appliance from your mains
supply, when it is not in use.
Control panel and washing machine cabinet.
IMPORTANT: Do not use any abrasive cleaner or household polish on
either the control panel or operating parts.
oWipe over the control panel and the external surface of the
machine using a brand new damp cloth with warm water.
oIf you ever spill any liquid detergent or conditioner from the
detergent drawer onto the washing machine cabinet, then these
should be cleaned up immediately as they could be corrosive.
Detergent drawer
Occasionally the detergent drawer should be cleaned, to remove any
detergent residue that has built up.
oPull the detergent drawer out as far as it will go,
press down the catch in the middle section of the
drawer and then pull the drawer out.
oWash the detergent drawer in warm, soapy water.
For ease of cleaning, you can remove the upper part
of the fabric softener compartment.
oDetergent can also accumulate inside the detergent
drawer recess, so you should also clean this out
using a brush
oOnce you have finished cleaning the detergent
drawer and recess, you should slide the drawer back
into its original position.
The washing machine drum
The drum of your washing machine is constructed from stainless steel.
However if there are objects that can rust placed inside the drum, then
it is possible for the drum to become stained.
IMPORTANT: Do not use a descaling agent, iron/steel wool or
scouring agents to clean the drum of your appliance.
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oRemove any rust stains on the drum with an appropriate
stainless steel cleaning agent.
Door
oYou should regularly check to see if any deposits have formed,
or there are any foreign bodies inside or underneath the rubber
door gasket. This sits inside the opening of the porthole door.
Cleaning the drain pump filter
IMPORTANT: Switch off your washing machine and disconnect the
plug from your mains supply.
You should clean out the filter approximately every ten washes.
If the drain pump filter is not cleaned regularly, then your
appliance may find it difficult to pump out water efficiently.
oYou should regularly check to see if any deposits have formed,
or there are any foreign bodies in the drain pump filter.
oLocate the drain pump filter flap that is on the base of the
appliance in the front right hand corner.
1) Open the drain pump filter flap.
2) Remove the filter by turning it anti-clockwise.
3) Wash the filter thoroughly with clean running
water.
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