Brandt WFB183QWA Quick start guide

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GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE
Washing Machine

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CONTENTS
Safety instructions....................................................................2
Installation................................................................................5
Operation...............................................................................11
Maintenance ..........................................................................24
Troubleshooting.....................................................................29
Availability of spare parts.......................................................31

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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 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 8 kilograms.
•Maximum water supply pressure: 1 MPa
•Minimum water supply pressure: 0.05MPa

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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.

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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.

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Installation
Description of the product
1.
Top panel
6.
Drain hose
2.
Control panel
7.
Water supply hose
2.
Power cord
8.
Detergent compartment
4.
Drum
9.
Window
5.
Filter
Note!
•The illustration of the accessories is provided for reference
purposes only. Please refer to the actual product.

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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.

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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.

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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.
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.
Up
Down
Foot lock nut
1
2
3
4

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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.
Hot water supply valve
Water supply hose

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Drain hose
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
Quick start
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. Before washing
1. Connect the power
cord
2. Open the tap
3. Load the washing
machine

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4. Close the door
5. Add detergent
2. Washing
1. Switch on the
appliance
2. Select the
programme
3. Select a
function or the
default settings
4. Start the
programme
Note!
•If you use the default settings, you can skip step 3.
3. After washing
An audible beep is heard or End is displayed on-screen.
Main wash detergent
Softener
Prewash

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Before every wash
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
Empty the pockets of
your clothes
Attach long
strings/ribbands, close
zippers and button
buttons
Place small size
clothes in pillowcases
If clothes have raise
fabric or suffer from
piling, turn them inside
out
Sort clothes by texture
Choosing the correct detergent
A washing care label symbol shows the right choice of detergent,
temperature and wash cycle.

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Type of textile
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
Delicate wool Temp. ≤ 40°C
Detergent for delicate textiles
Wool
Delicate 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.
Detergent compartment
I Prewash detergent
II Main wash detergent
Softener
Liquid detergent
Powdered detergent
Pull on the detergent
tray to open it
Separator
Separator

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Warning!
•You only need to put detergent in Compartment I if you selected
the Prewash function on washing machines provided with this
function.
Must Do
Optional
Washing products
•Use washing products designed especially for washing machines:
-Powdered detergents for all kinds of textiles except delicate ones.
For these detergents, we recommend firstdiluting them with some
water to avoid clogging the detergent pipe causing water to
overflow when washing starts.
-Liquid detergents for all lowtemperature 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.
Excess dosages may cause poor rinsing and leave residual traces
of detergent. On the other hand, an inadequate dosage may
cause poor washing results.
Programme
Programme
ECO 40-60
Sport
Cotton
Wool
Flash 15’
20°C
Rapid 45'
Mixed
Intensive
Rapid 60'
Rinse and Spin
Hygiene
Spin only
Synthetics
Delicate

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On/Off
Start/Pause button
This button switches your washing machine on
and off.
Press to start the selected wash cycle.
Press during the cycle to pause it.
Programme dial
Temperature button
You can select the programme of your choice to
match your washing requirements.
Press this button to choose the desired
temperature: the temperature that matches
your choice will remain switched on. If you do
not select it, the default temperature will be
activated.
Display
Spin speed button
The display shows the settings, the time
remaining and information on washing in
progress.
It remains lit for the entire cycle.
Choose the spin speed for the selected
washing programme. If you do not select it, the
default spin speed will be activated.
Delayed Start button
Options button
This button is used to delay starting a washing
cycle.
Press and hold the button until the desired time
is displayed (up to 24 hours).
Press the button consecutively to select the
Prewash or Extra Rinse option
Door lock
The control panel
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Warning!
•To change a setting after starting the washing cycle, press the On/Off
button once to switch off the machine. Press the On/Off button a
second time to switch the machine back on and select the programme,
spin speed and options again, then press the Start/Pause button.
(Ensure that the child safety function is disabled or the initially
selected programme will continue to run.)
•Just before leaving the factory, the appliance is subject to a last check
when water is poured into the drum. Consequently, there may be
water drops or condensation inside the washing machine. This is not
an indication of a malfunction.
Note!
•When the appliance is started and used for the first time, there may
be a slight smell when the motor runs.
Options
Prewash
Prewash
The Prewash option lets you perform an additional wash before themain
wash.
This is a suitable option for eliminating dirt from your laundry.
You will need to place detergent in compartment (1) after choosing this
option.
Extra Rinse
Extra Rinse
When this option is selected, your laundry will get an extra rinse.
Delayed start
Delayed start
Setting the delayed start function:
1. Choose the time by pressing the Delayed start function (you can
select a delay from 0 to 24 hours).
2. Press the Start/Pause button to start the delayed start function.
Select time Start/Pause
Cancelling the delayed start function
Press the Delayed start button until 0H is displayed. This operation
cannot be performed once the washing cycle is started. If the
programme has already started, press the On/Off button to reset the
machine.
Delayed
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Other options
Temperature
Temperature
Press the Temperature button until the desired temperature is obtained.
(Cold, 20°C, 30°C, 40°C, 60°C, 90°C).
Spin
Spin
Press the spin speed button until the desired spin speed is displayed.
0-400-600-800-1000-1200-1400