Brandt wfb190wa Quick start guide

GUIDE TO INSTALLATION AND USE
Washing Machine

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CONTENTS
Safety instructions................................................................... 2
Installation............................................................................... 5
Operation .............................................................................. 11
Maintenance ......................................................................... 23
Troubleshooting .................................................................... 27
Availability of spare parts ...................................................... 29

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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

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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.

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• 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
3.
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
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.

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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

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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.
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:
OR
Min. 60 cm
Max. 100cm

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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
2. Open the tap
3. Load the washing
machine
1. Connect the
power cord

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2. Washing
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.
4. Close the door
Main wash detergent
Softener
Prewash
5. Add detergent
2. Select a
function or the
default settings
3. Start the
programme
1. Select the
programme
Start/Pause

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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 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.
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 c
ompartment I if you
selected the Prewash
function on washing machines
provided with this function.
Programme
III Programme III
ECO 40
-60
Sportswear
Cotton
Wool
Quick 15’
20°C
Rapid 45'
Mix
Intensive
Jeans
Rinse and Spin
Baby care
Spin only
Synthetics
Bed linen
Mix
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 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.
Excess dosages may cause poor rinsing and leave residual traces of
detergent. On the other hand, an inadequate dosage may cause poor
washing results.

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The control panel
Program dial
Start/Pause button
You can select the programme of your choice to match
your washing requirements.
Press to start the selected wash cycle.
Press during the cycle to pause it.
Options button
Temperature button
Successively press the button
to select the Prewash or Rinse Plus options.
Press this button to choose the desired temperature: the
light that matches your choice will come on. If no light is on,
then the water is at ambient temperature.
Display
The display shows the settings, the time remaining and
information on washing in progress.
It remains lit for the
entire cycle.
Spin speed button
Choose the spin speed for the selected washing
programme.
Delayed start/Pause 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).
Quick 15’
Rapid 45’
Sportswear
W ool
Baby c are
Bed linen
Rinse and Spin
Spin only
Off
Cotton
Intensive
Synthetics
Mix
Jeans
ECO 40
-60
20°C
Delayed st art
Spin speed
Options
Start/Pause
Drum clean
Prewas h
Rinse Plus
Drum clean
Prewash
Rinse
Pl
Temperature
Display
Child safety
Door lock
Delayed start
Temperature
Prewash
Rinse Plus
Delayed start
Error
Wash time
Spin speed
End
End
2 hours

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Warning!
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To change a setting after starting the washing cycle, turn the mode selector to the
OFF position. Select the programme, the spin speed and the 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!
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When the appliance is started and used for the first time. There may be a slight
smell when the motor runs 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 (1) after choosing this option.
Rinse Plus
When this option is selected, your laundry will get an extra rinse.
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.
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 program has already started,
place the selector in the Off position to reset it.
Prewash
Rinse Plus
Delayed st art
Delayed
start
Setting the time Start/Pause

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Programme Options Programme Options
Delayed
start
Rinse
Plus Prewash Delayed start Rinse Plus Prewash
ECO 40-60 Sportswear
Cotton Wool
Quick 15’ 20°C
Rapid 45' Mix
Intensive
Jeans
Rinse and Spin Baby care
Spin only
Synthetics
Bed linen
Optional
Other options
Temperature
Press the Temperature button until the desired temperature is obtained. (Cold, 20°C,
30°C, 40°C, 60°C, 90°C).
Spin speed
Press the spin speed button until the desired spin speed is displayed.
0-400-600-800-1000-1200 1400
Drum clean
After 25 washing cycles, the Drum clean light comes on showing that cleaning is
recommended.
This special programme is used to disinfect the machine at a temperature of 90°C. Press
the button to start the programme.
Once the drum clean has been run, a new 25-cycle count starts.
If you do not wish to run a drum clean cycle, press the Drum clean button for three
seconds. The light will go out and you can start a normal wash cycle.
Note!
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This program is run with the machine empty. Do not place any
laundry in the machine during this cycle.
We recommend using this programme to
improve hygiene and to
extend the life of your washing machine.
Temperature
Spin speed
Drum
clean

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Warning!
•If a power break occurs when the washing machine is running, the
internal memory saves the selected program. Once the power has
returned, press the Start/Pause button to resume the programme.
Child safety lock
This function is used to lock the buttons so that the current
program cannot be changed especially when a child plays with
the keys.
Press Temperature and Options at the same time for three
seconds, until a beep is heard.
Temp. Options