Kenwood K914WM18 Service manual

9KG washing machine
K914WM18
installation / instructions manual
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Contents
safety warnings .................................................................................................................. 5
unpacking............................................................................................................................ 8
moving and installing......................................................................................................... 9
removing the transit bolts ................................................................................................ 9
moving the washing machine from one location to another ............................................ 9
installing your washing machine.................................................................................... 10
choosing the right location for your washing machine................................................... 10
hose and cable lengths ..................................................................................................11
levelling the washing machine........................................................................................11
water supply hose ..........................................................................................................11
connecting to the mains supply ..................................................................................... 12
rst time use .................................................................................................................. 12
product overview.............................................................................................................. 13
the unit........................................................................................................................... 13
the control panel............................................................................................................ 14
preparation........................................................................................................................ 15
organising laundry ......................................................................................................... 15
preparing laundry .......................................................................................................... 15
important information ...................................................................................................... 16
washing delicates (wool and silk) .................................................................................. 16
adding delicate laundry items to the drum..................................................................... 16
which detergent to use .................................................................................................. 16
adding detergent and softener ...................................................................................... 17
selecting the programme............................................................................................... 18
wash setting...................................................................................................................... 20
rst washing operation .................................................................................................. 20
standard washing .......................................................................................................... 20
manual soaking ............................................................................................................. 21
half-load detection system............................................................................................. 21
optional functions .......................................................................................................... 21
washing water temperature selection............................................................................ 21
spin speed ..................................................................................................................... 21
delay timer..................................................................................................................... 22
how to set the child lock ............................................................................................... 22
selecting a prewash....................................................................................................... 22
removing laundry........................................................................................................... 22
maintenance - cleaning the washing machine .............................................................. 23
cleaning the drum.......................................................................................................... 23
cleaning the exterior of your washing machine ............................................................. 23
cleaning the detergent drawer and siphon plug ............................................................ 23
cleaning the door seal and window ............................................................................... 23
cleaning the drain lter .................................................................................................. 24
cleaning the lter net of the water supply hose ............................................................. 24
troubleshooting ................................................................................................................ 25
error codes........................................................................................................................ 27
product che..................................................................................................................... 28
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energy label....................................................................................................................... 29
specications.................................................................................................................... 29
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5
safety warnings
For your continued safety and to reduce the risk of injury or electric shock,
please follow all the safety precautions listed below.
WARNING!
• If you will not be using the washing machine for a while such as when you
go on holiday, disconnect the plug from the mains supply and turn off the
water supply to the washing machine. This is particularly important if there
is no drainage around the washing machine.
• If the water supply is left on, water pressure may build up and cause a leak.
General Use
• Transit bolts are used to transport the washing machine. You should
remove these using a spanner or similar tool before you install the washing
machine. If you do not, it will cause strong vibrations when the washing
machine is spinning.
• Do not install your washing machine anywhere that is damp or exposed
to the weather. If you do, it may cause an electric shock, fire, failure or
deterioration.
• Do not pour water directly onto any part of the washing machine. It may
cause a short circuit or electric shock.
• Keep burning objects such as candles or cigarettes, away from the washing
machine. They may cause a fire or damage.
• Keep flammable substances well away from the washing machine – for
example kerosene, gasoline, benzene, paint thinner and alcohol, or clothing
soaked with these. They may cause an explosion or a fire.
• This washing machine is only suitable for washing textiles labelled ‘washing
machine washable’.
• Do not connect the washing machine to hot water. The washing machine
works with cold water supply only.
• Before you start using the washing machine, turn the tap on to check that
the hose is properly connected. If it’s not, there may be a water leak.
• Do not put too much laundry or detergent into the washing machine. It may
cause issues with the washing machine or laundry.
• Be careful not to get your laundry caught in the door when you close it. This
could cause a water leak or damage your laundry.
• This washing machine is for household (domestic) use only.
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