Currys Essentials C100WM10 User manual

WASHING MACHINE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
C100WM10
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Congratulations on the purchase of your new
Currys Essentials Washing Machine. These Operating
Instructions will help you use it properly and safely.
Please make sure you read the Safety Precautions
before you use your washing machine.
Intended for domestic use only.
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Contents
Installing Your Washing Machine ................................................................................................................................ 4
Unpacking ........................................................................................................................................................................ 4
Safety................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
Choosing the Right Location for Your Washing Machine ..........................................................................................................................................4
Carrying the Washing Machine........................................................................................................................................................................................................4
Moving and Installing .................................................................................................................................................... 5
Removing the Anchor Bolts................................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Moving the Washing Machine from One Location to Another ............................................................................................................................5
Hose and Cable Lengths........................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Levelling the Washing Machine.......................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Water Supply Hose......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................6
Water Drain Hose..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Connecting to the Mains Supply....................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Installation Check List ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................7
Preparation....................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Organising Laundry....................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Preparing Laundry.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................8
Adding Detergent and Softener ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Detergent Drawer Overview ..............................................................................................................................................................................................................9
Selecting the Programme ........................................................................................................................................... 10
Control Panel Overview................................................................................................................................................11
Wash Setting .................................................................................................................................................................. 12
Standard Washing......................................................................................................................................................................................................................................12
Washing Delicates (Wool and Delicates Programmes)...............................................................................................................................................12
Individual Washing Functions (Process Selection).........................................................................................................................................................12
Optional Functions...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Removing Washing...................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Turn O the Tap (optional)..................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Switch O..........................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................13
Important Information................................................................................................................................................. 14
Washing Delicates (Wool and Delicates Programmes).............................................................................................................................................. 14
Adding Delicate Laundry Items to the Drum .................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Which Detergent to Use...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Tips for Hanging Delicate Items to Dry................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
If Clothing Shrinks in the Wash...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
How to Use Laundry Starch...............................................................................................................................................................................................................15
How to Use Salt............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
How to Set the Key Lock ......................................................................................................................................................................................................................15
Maintenance - Cleaning the Washing Machine ...................................................................................................... 16
Cleaning the Drum .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Cleaning the Exterior of your Washing Machine ............................................................................................................................................................ 16
Cleaning the Detergent Drawer ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Cleaning the Door Seal and Window....................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Cleaning the Drain Filter.......................................................................................................................................................................................................................17
Preventing a Frozen Water Supply Hose.................................................................................................................................................................................17
Cleaning the Filter Net of the Water Supply Hose..........................................................................................................................................................17
What to do if................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Error Code....................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Safety Precautions ........................................................................................................................................................ 21
Power and Water Consumption ................................................................................................................................. 23
Specifications................................................................................................................................................................. 24
INSTALLATION GUIDEINSTRUCTION MANUAL
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
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Safety
Choosing the Right Location for Your Washing Machine
• Make sure there’s enough space for your washing
machine.
• Install your washing machine on a flat, stable
surface to avoid excessive vibration and noise.
• Don’t install your washing machine in direct
sunlight or in a place where temperatures reach
freezing.
Carrying the Washing Machine
Two or More People Must Carry the Washing Machine
• Start by tilting the washing machine backwards.
• One person should stand behind it, holding the rear of the top panel. The other person
should grip the bottom feet at the front.
• Don’t touch the door opening button while holding.
• Check that you have all the required accessories for installation.
• Entrust the installation of the washing machine to a qualified technician or service agent.
Installing Your Washing Machine
Please read and follow the instructions carefully.
• In addition to the instructions mentioned here, special regulations of the relevant water
and power supply companies may apply. If in doubt, have the appliance connected by a
qualified technician.
• The washing machine is heavy - caution when lifting it. Do not lift by projecting
components (e.g. washing machine door).
• Warning: Frozen hoses may tear/burst. Do not install washing machine in outdoor areas or
where there is a risk of frost.
• Lay hoses and cables in such a way that there is no risk of stumbling.
Additional space (240mm) is required for the rear side of the washing machine. This is to
allow enough space for the water hose and drain hose.
Unpacking
Cover Cap (x4)
U-Shape Holder (x1)
- for xing the water
drain hose.
Accessories
Water Drain Hose
Water Supply Hose

Sloping
surface
Unstable Bumpy
surface
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Moving and Installing
Removing the Anchor Bolts
Four anchor bolts keep the interior of the washing machine in place while it’s being moved.
They need to be removed before installation. Use a spanner (not supplied) and following the
instructions below.
Don’t run the washing machine without removing the bolts, as this can cause excessive
vibration.
To remove the anchor bolts:
1. Use a spanner to loosen the four transit
bolts which are located at the rear.
2. Pull the bolts out horizontally.
3. Remove the 4 plastic bolt guides if not
removed with the bolt.
Please keep the transit bolts and
guides in a safe place as you will
need these if you wish to move the
appliance at a later date.
Moving the Washing Machine from One Location to Another
Make sure to fix the anchor bolts prior to moving the washing machine.
Before you move the washing machine
• Shut the tap and run the washing machine to drain the water. Drain any remaining water
from the pump hose.
• Depressurise the water supply hose and remove it.
• Disconnect the mains cable.
• Attach the anchor bolts.
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
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Hose and Cable Lengths
~90cm ~140cm
~50cm~100cm
~100cm ~150cm
0 - max. 100cm
Levelling the Washing Machine
There are 4 leveling feet on the underside. There can be adjusted to make sure the washing
machine is level.
1. On each stand, loosen the lock nut by turning it clockwise with
a spanner.
2. Adjust all four feet in this way.
3. Use a spirit level to ensure the washing machine is standing
correctly.
4. Tighten each lock nut by turning them anti-clockwise (towards
the washing machine body), again using a spanner.
Ensure all four lock nuts are tightened securely. Check the feet are still bolted to the washing
machine - if they’re unbolted, the washing machine will move around.
Water Supply Hose
Points to remember
• Follow the instructions in this section to avoid water leaks.
• Don’t connect the hose to a combination tap.
• Don’t twist, squash, modify or cut the hose.
• Optimum water pressure in the main pipe is 0.05 MPa - 1.0 MPa.
• If the water pressure is set higher than this, you will need to install a depressurising valve.
• Water-flow from the tap should be more than 5 litres per minute.
• If you’re unsure, ask a qualified technician to connect the hose.
Connecting the Water Supply Hose
1. Attach the hose to a tap, and tighten the
plastic joint by hand.
2. Open the tap slowly and check there are no
leaks around the joint.
The joint is subject to water pressure.
How to connect from the left side How to connect from the right side
3/4”
min. 10 mm
3/4”
min. 10 mm
Plastic joint
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
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Leak-proof System - Overflow Detection
This system is designed to prevent water leaks from the washing machine. If water collects
in the washing machine above a certain level, this function prevents the washing machine
overflowing by stopping the water supply and activating the drain pump.
Water Drain Hose
Points to remember:
• Don’t twist, pull out or bend the drain hose.
• Your washing machine should be no more than 100cm from the drain outlet.
Draining to a sink or wash-basin
• Secure the drain hose in position, so it can’t drop out of the basin.
• Don’t block the basin’s drain outlet, and make sure the drainage through it is sufficient.
• Don’t let the tip of the drain hose dip into the drained water, as this can cause the water
to flow back into the washing machine.
Connecting to the Mains Supply
For your safety:
• Never plug your washing machine into an extension lead or power strip with multiple
sockets.
• If the mains cable or mains plug are damaged, stop using them and call for service or a
qualified technician.
Installation Check List
By now, you should have installed the washing machine.
Let’s go through the checklist to ensure the installation is done correctly!
Questions Checkbox
Anchor bolts - Have you removed them and attached the cover caps
properly?
Four Adjustable Stands - Are they bolted securely to the washing machine
Four Stand cushions - Are they standing flat?
Power supply - Is the household dedicated mains socket, fully rated at
AC220V to 240V independently?
Location - Is your washing machine on a flat, stable surface? Does it run
without vibrating?
Water Supply Hose - Is it free from leaks and is the water supply normal?
Water Drain Hose - Is it free from leaks and is it draining normally?
U-Shape Holder
Draining to a wash-basin Draining to a drain hose
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Preparation
Read the following to understand how best to prepare your laundry for washing.
Organising Laundry
• Read the washing label on each garment to help you sort your washing into different
loads.
• Sort the laundry by colour, type of fabric and by how soiled it is.
This will help you choose the correct programme and temperature for each wash.
• Do not exceed maximum load!
• Be careful not to trap any items of clothing.
Preparing Laundry
• Treat stains before washing.
• Items to be put into a cleaning net before going into
the washing machine. i.e. Bras with metal wires, tights
and lace clothing should all be washed in a cleaning
net to prevent damage.
• Check that any pockets on clothing do not contain
any objects which may damage your clothes and the
washing machine.
• Tie up any loose strings on laundry, close zippers and
reverse clothing with zips inside out.
• Remove any surplus hair, animal fur, sand, and other
materials with a brush before washing.
• If clothes have raised fabric turn them inside out.
• Clothes that are not colour fast should be washed
separately.
• Insert your clothes into the washing machine. Close
the washing machine door. Ensure not to trap any
items of clothing between the loading door and
rubber seal.
Adding Detergent and Softener
• Add detergent into the appropriate dispenser.
• Apply softener before you start washing to prevent
static.
• Apply detergent and softener according to the
washing amount, the soiling level, the water hardness
in your area and the manufacturer’s instructions of
these products.
Dilute viscous fabric softener and fabric conditioner with water. Prevent blockage of the
overflow. Maximum level is 40ml.
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Detergent Drawer Overview
• Do not use washing machine when the
detergent drawer is removed. It may cause a
water leak or it may not work normally.
• If you forget to add detergent, you can
drain the washing machine by running a
DRAIN only programme. Then you can add
detergent and start the programme again.
Detergent only reaches the drum when
water flushes through the detergent drawer.
• To prevent powered detergent staying in
the drawer, dry the inside of the drawer with
a cloth. Make sure the powder isn’t lumpy
when you add it into the drawer.
• If the rinse cycle isn’t removing all the
detergent from your wash, use less
detergent.
• Softener should not exceed the MAX level
in the compartment.
• Wash out unused softener with a splash of
water or a damp cloth after the programme
has finished.
Detergent for main washing
Softener
Detergent for
prewashing
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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Selecting the Programme
Here are the available programmes, additional functions and options settings.
Spin speed can be selected separately for certain programmes.
Programme Description Examples
Cotton
Daily washing for cotton, linen and cotton blend.
i.e. hard-wearing textiles – T-shirts, underwear,
towels, tablecloths
Synthetic Gentle on cotton, linen and man-made materials.
i.e. lightly soiled textiles
Wool
Gentle washing for hand and washing machine
washable wool, silk and wool blend clothing.
i.e. hand/machine-washable textiles
Delicate Gentle wash for synthetic fibre, textiles, stain, lace,
etc. i.e. delicate washable textiles
Quick • Washes lightly soiled clothing quickly
• Lightly soiled textiles
Wash Wash only
Rinse • Rinse only
• With subsequent spin cycle
Spin • Spin and dry clothing only
• Hand wash clothing
Drain • Drain the water in the drum
• The rinsing water if Rinse Hold occurs
• When a programme is running, you can’t add optional functions to it or change the
wash temperature.
• To change the programme, turn the washing machine off and on again.
• You’ll hear the buttons sound when you press them. This is to help make sure you’ve
chosen the right settings.
If you are interested in the Power and Water Consumption of each programme, please refer
to page 23.
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