Brandt BT712HQA Quick start guide

EN GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE
Washing Machine

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CONTENTS
Safety instructions ........................................................................................ 2
Installation..................................................................................................... 5
Operation .................................................................................................... 12
Maintenance operations ............................................................................. 23
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................... 27
Availability of spare parts............................................................................ 29

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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

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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

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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ConnectingtheWaterSupplyHose
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.

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Drainhose
Warning!
Do not twist or extend the drain hose.
Position the drain hose correctly. If you do not perform this
operation correctly a water leak may occur.
Note!
If the washing machine is provided with a drain hose
holder, install it as follows:
Min. 60 cm
Max. 100 cm

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Warning!
When you install a drain hose, attach it properly using a
cord.
If the drain hose is too long, never attempt to insert part of it
into the washing machine by forcing it as this will cause
unusual noises.
Operation
Quickstart
Warning!
Before using your washing machine for the first time,
always ensure that it is correctly installed.
Before using your washing machine for the first time,
perform a complete wash cycle empty.
1. Beforewashing
1. Connect the power cord
2. Open the tap
3. Load the washing
machine
5. Close the drum door
6. Close the door
4. Add detergent

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Warning!
Make sure that the hook on the drum door is engaged to
ensure that the door closes properly.
2. Washing
Note!
If you choose to use the default settings, you can skip step 2.
3. Afterwashing
“End” is shown on the screen to show you that the cycle is
finished.
2. Select a function or the
default settings
3. Start the
programme
1. Select the
programme
Check the bearings under the hook before
each wash. They must run freely.

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Beforeeverywash
Always read the washing labels on garments and the
explanations on how to use the detergent before washing.
Choose detergent that produces little or no foam for
optimum washing and to avoid any overflowing. Refer to the
instructions provided by the detergent maker as shown on
the detergent packaging.
Always read the
garment labels
Sort the laundry by type
and colour.
Empty the pockets of
your clothes
Attach long
strings/ribbons, close
zips and fasten buttons
Put small laundry items
in a laundry bag.
If clothes have raise
fabric or suffer from
piling, turn them inside
out
Choosingthecorrectdetergent
A washing care label symbol shows the right choice of detergent,
temperature, and wash cycle.

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Type of fabric
Programme
Detergent
White cotton
Cotton temp. 90°C
Detergent with whitening product
Colours made of linen or
cotton
Cotton temp. 60°C
Colours without whitening product
Mixed fibres
Mixed temp. 60°C
Colour wash
Synthetics
Synthetics temp. 60°C Colour/delicate wash
Delicate textiles
Wool temp. 40°C
Detergent for delicate textiles
Wool
Wool temp. 40°C
Detergent for wool
Warning!
If there are not enough clothes in the washing machine this
may unbalance the drum and cause the unbalance
detection to trigger, significantly reducing the spin speed.
Add a few clothes to remove the unbalance so that the
washing machine can spin at the speed you have selected.
Detergentcompartment
I Prewash detergent
II Main wash detergent
Softener
Removable detergent compartment
Warning!
 You will need to put detergent in Compartment I and II you select the
Prewash function on washing machines provided with this function.
Prewash
Softener
Main wash
detergent

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Programme
I
II
Programme
I
II
Hygiene
Spin
Cotton
Rinse and Spin
20°C
Baby care
Mixed
Sport
Wool
Duvet
Synthetics
Rapid 45’
Cotton Eco
Flash 15’
Drum clean
Must Do
Optional
Washingproducts
•Use washing products designed specially for washing machines:
- Powdered detergents for all kinds of textiles except delicate ones.
For these detergents, we recommend first diluting them with some water to
avoid clogging the detergent pipe causing water to overflow when washing
starts.
- Liquid detergents for all low temperature programmes for all kinds of
textiles or specialist liquid detergents (e.g. for woollens).
•Choose the detergent with care to match the required washing
temperature, to optimise washing while saving water and energy.
Too much detergent may prevent laundry from being properly rinsed,
leaving behind traces of the product. On the other hand, an inadequate
dosage may cause poor washing results.

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Thecontrolpanel
1 Programme dial
You can select the programme of your choice to match your washing requirements.
2 Spin
By default, a spinning speed associated with the programme is proposed. You can modify it by
pressing the Spin button.
3 Temperature / Delayed start.
By default, a temperature associated with the programme is proposed. You can modify it by
pressing the T°C button.
By holding the T°C button down for more than 3 seconds, you will access the delayed start.
4 Options.
Press this button successively to access the Pre-wash or Rinse+ option.
5 Start/Pause
Once your selections have been made, press this button to start the wash cycle. Pressing again
pauses the cycle.
The screen below informs you about the settings, remaining time and options chosen
Prewash
Rinse Plus
Child safety
Door lock
Prewash
Rinse Plus
Duvet
Cotton Eco
快速
快速
羽絨
運動
深層潔淨
棉質
混合
嬰孩
過水+旋乾
旋乾 棉質(節能)
洗桶
合成
羊毛
轉速 溫度 開始/暫停
預洗
額外過水
/ 關閉
Temp /
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Note!
There may be a slight smell when the appliance is started and used for the first time.
Options
Prewash
The Prewash option lets you perform an additional wash before the main wash. This is a
suitable option for eliminating dirt from your laundry.
You will need to place detergent in compartment (I) after choosing this option.
Rinse +
When this option is selected, your laundry will get an extra rinse.
Delayed start
Select a programme, followed by the Delayed start function.
1. Press the button for 3 seconds to enter delayed start mode. Select a time between 1
and 24 hours.
2. Select the time required between 1 and 24 hours by keeping your finger pressed on
the button.
The screen shows the time remaining (in hours) before the start of your cycle.
3. Press the Start/Pause button to start the Delayed start function.
Cancelling the delayed start function:
Press Start/Pause, then hold the Temperature/Delayed start button down until 0H shows
on the screen.
This operation cannot be performed once the washing cycle is started. If the programme
has already started, place the selector in the Off position to reset it.
Spin
Press the “Spin” button until the required spin speed is displayed: 0-400-
600-800-1000-1200. Access to the choice is linked to the programme selected.
Temperature
Press the T°C button until the required temperature is obtained: Cold-20-30-40-60-90.
Access to the choice is linked to the programme selected.
Spin

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Warning!
 If a power break occurs when the washing machine is running, the internal memory
saves the selected programme. Once the power has returned, press the Start/Pause
button to resume the programme.
Childsafetylock
This function locks the buttons so that the current programme cannot be
changed especially if a child plays with the keys.
Press T°C/Delayed start at the same time for 3 seconds, until the icon
appears. The display alternately shows CL and the time remaining.
Warning!
To disable the Child safety lock, press the same two buttons for three seconds.
The display alternately shows CL and the time remaining. At the end of the
cycle, “End” appears on the screen and the Child safety lock LED stays on.
The “Child safety” function will lock all of the buttons except the selector.
If you switch off the appliance, the Child safety lock will be disabled.
The Child safety function remains active when the washing machine restarts
after a power break.
Options