Philco PBS1285BI User manual

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Document Number
Washer-Dryer
User Manual
PBS1285BI

Please read this user manual first!
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a Philco product. We hope that you get the best results
from your product which has been manufactured with high quality and state-of-
the-art technology. Therefore, please read this entire user manual and all other
accompanying documents carefully before using the product and keep it as a
reference for future use. If you handover the product to someone else, give the
user manual as well. Follow all warnings and information in the user manual.
Throughout this user manual the following symbols are used:
B
DANGER!
Warning for electric shock.
DANGER!
Product weight warning
A
CAUTION
•Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life
and property.
A
PRECAUTION
• Precautionsthatneedtobetaken.

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INFORMATION
• Importantinformationorusefulhintsaboutusage.
• Readusermanual.
• Packagingmaterialsoftheproductaremanufactured
from recyclable materials in accordance with
regulations.
• Do not dispose of the Packaging materials together
withthedomesticorotherwastes. Takethemtothe
packagingmaterialcollectionpointsdesignatedbythe
localauthorities.
• AllergyUK,isthebrandofBritishAllergyAssociation.
Theirmainendorsementisthe‚SealofApproval‘.When
you see a product with this logo on it, you have the
reassurancetheproducthasbeenscientificallytested
toproveitisefficientatreducing/removingallergens
fromtheenvironmentofallergyandasthmasufferers
or the products have significantly reduced allergen/
chemicalcontent.
“The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by
The Woolmark Company for the washing of machine washable
wool products provided that the products are washed according
to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the
manufacturer of this washing machine. M1527 “
“In UK, Eire, Hong Kong and India the Woolmark trade mark is a
Certification trade mark.”

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Important instructions for safety and environment 7
1.1 General safety .....................................................................................................................................7
1.1.1 Electrcal safety .........................................................................................................................................8
1.1.2 Product safety ............................................................................................................................................9
1.1.3 Warnngs for dryng..................................................................................................................................10
1.2 Intended use........................................................................................................................................13
1.3 Children's safety.................................................................................................................................13
1.4 Compliance with WEEE Directive and disposing of the waste product...................14
1.5 Package information........................................................................................................................14
2 Your washer-dryer 15
2.1 Overview................................................................................................................................................15
2.2 Package contents..............................................................................................................................16
2.3 Technical specifications.................................................................................................................17
3 Installation 18
3.1 Appropriate installation location................................................................................................18
3.2 Removing packaging reinforcement........................................................................................19
3.3 Removing the transit bolts...........................................................................................................19
3.4 Connecting water supply ..............................................................................................................20
3.5 Connecting to the drain .................................................................................................................21
3.6 Adjusting the feet.............................................................................................................................22
3.7 Electrical connection.......................................................................................................................22
3.8 Transportation of the product....................................................................................................23
4Preparation 24
4.1 Sorting the laundry ..........................................................................................................................25
4.2 Preparing laundry for washing...................................................................................................25
4.3 Tips for energy saving ....................................................................................................................26
4.4 Initial use ..............................................................................................................................................26
4.5 Correct load capacity.......................................................................................................................27
4.6 Loading the laundry ........................................................................................................................27
4.7 Using detergent and softener....................................................................................................28
4.7.1 Detergent drawer.....................................................................................................................................28
4.7.2 Man Wash Compartment.....................................................................................................................29
4.7.3 Lqud Softener Compartment...........................................................................................................30
4.7.4 Pre-Wash Compartment.......................................................................................................................30
4.7.5 Choosng the detergent........................................................................................................................30
4.7.6 Adjustng the amount of detergent................................................................................................31
4.7.7 Usng gel and tablet detergent..........................................................................................................31
4.7.8 Usng laundry starch...............................................................................................................................32
4.7.9 Usng bleaches...........................................................................................................................................32
4.7.10 Usng lmescale remover ....................................................................................................................32
4.8 Tips for efficient washing.............................................................................................................33

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4.9 Tips for correct drying ....................................................................................................................34
5 Operating the product 35
5.1 Control panel........................................................................................................................................35
5.2 Display symbols..................................................................................................................................36
5.3 Preparing the machine...................................................................................................................36
5.4 Selecting the washing programme .........................................................................................37
5.5 Washing programmes ....................................................................................................................37
•Cottons ...........................................................................................................................................................38
•Synthetcs .....................................................................................................................................................38
•Woollens......................................................................................................................................................... 39
•Cottons Eco...................................................................................................................................................39
•Delcates.........................................................................................................................................................39
•Hand Wash....................................................................................................................................................39
•Daly Xpress ..................................................................................................................................................40
•Xpress Super Short ...................................................................................................................................40
•Shrts................................................................................................................................................................ 41
•Rnse ................................................................................................................................................................ 41
•Spn+Dran ................................................................................................................................................... 41
5.6 Temperature selection...................................................................................................................42
5.7 Spin speed selection........................................................................................................................43
5.7.1 If you want to spn your laundry after the Rnse Hold functon: ........................................44
5.7.2 Auxlary functon selecton for dryng...........................................................................................44
5.8 Drying programmes.........................................................................................................................45
•Synthetc Dry ...............................................................................................................................................45
•Cotton Dry ..................................................................................................................................................... 45
5.9 Washing and drying programmes .............................................................................................46
•5 Kg Wash & Dry..........................................................................................................................................46
•Wash & Wear................................................................................................................................................46
•BabyProtect+ Wash & Dry .....................................................................................................................47
5.10 Programme and consumption table .....................................................................................48
5.11 Auxiliary function selection.......................................................................................................51
•Prewash ......................................................................................................................................................... 52
•Quck Wash.................................................................................................................................................... 52
•Rnse Plus ...................................................................................................................................................... 52
5.12 Drying steps......................................................................................................................................53
5.12.1 Iron Dry ..................................................................................................................................................53
5.12.2 Cupboard Dry .....................................................................................................................................53
5.12.3 Extra Dry ..............................................................................................................................................53
5.12.4 Tme based dryng-mnutes..............................................................................................................53
5.13 Time display ......................................................................................................................................54
5.14 End Time.............................................................................................................................................54
5.15 Starting the programme..............................................................................................................55
5.16 Loading door lock............................................................................................................................55
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5.17 Changing the selections after programme has started ...............................................56
5.17.1 Addng laundry after the programme has started:.................................................................56
5.17.2 Swtchng the machne to pause mode:......................................................................................56
5.17.3 Changng the programme selecton after programme has started:..............................56
5.17.4 Changng the auxlary functon, spn speed and temperature .......................................57
5.18 Child Lock............................................................................................................................................57
5.18.1 To actvate the chld lock: ...................................................................................................................57
5.18.2 To deactvate the chld lock: .............................................................................................................58
5.19 Cancelling the programme.........................................................................................................58
5.20 End of programme.........................................................................................................................59
5.21 Your machine features a "Standby Mode"...........................................................................59
6Maintenance and cleaning 60
6.1 Cleaning the detergent drawer ..................................................................................................60
6.2 Cleaning the loading door and the drum ...............................................................................60
6.3 Cleaning the body and control panel.......................................................................................61
6.4 Cleaning the water intake filters...............................................................................................61
6.5 Draining remaining water and cleaning the pump filter ................................................62
7 Troubleshooting 64

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1 Important instructions for safety and environment
This section contains safety instructions that will help protect from risk of personal
injury or property damage. Failure to follow these instructions shall invalidate any
warranty.
1.1 General safety
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CAUTION
• This product can be used by children at and above 8
years old and by persons whose physical, sensory or
mental capabilities were not fully developed or who
lack experience and knowledge provided that they
are supervised or trained on the safe usage of the
product and the risks it brings out. Children should not
play with the device. Cleaning and maintenance works
should not be performed by children unless they are
supervised by someone. Children under the age of 3
should be kept away unless continuously supervised.
A
PRECAUTION
• Never place the product on a carpet-covered floor.
Otherwise,lackofairflowbeneaththemachinewillcause
electricalpartstooverheat.Thiswillcauseproblemswith
yourproduct.
A
PRECAUTION
• If the product will be used inside a wardrobe/cabinet/
module, it is recommended to keep the doors of the
wardrobe/cabinet/module open during operation in
caseswheretherearenoopeningstoprovidesufficient
aircirculation.
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INFORMATION
• Always have the installation procedures carried out
by the competent persons. Manufacturer shall not be
heldliablefordamagesthatmayarisefromprocedures
carriedoutbyunauthorisedpersons.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
1.1.1 Electrcal safety
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DANGER!
If the product has a failure, it should not be operated
unless it is repaired by the Authorised Service
Agent. There is the risk of electric shock!
Never wash the product by spreading or pouring
water onto it! There is the risk of electric shock!
A
CAUTION
• If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by
the manufacturer, after sales service or a similarly
qualified person (preferably an electrician) or
someone designated by the importer in order to avoid
possible risks.
A
PRECAUTION
• Unplugtheproductwhenitisnotinuse.
• Nevertouchthe plug with wethands! Never unplug by
pullingonthecable,alwaysunplugbyholdingtheplug.
• Product should be unplugged during installation,
maintenance,cleaningandrepairprocedures.
• Donotmakeconnectionsviaextensioncablesormulti-
plugs.
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INFORMATION
• Thisproductisdesignedtoresumeoperatingintheevent
ofpoweringonafterapowerinterruption.Ifyouwishto
canceltheprogramme,see"Cancellingtheprogramme"
section.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
1.1.2 Product safety
A
DANGER!
Never open the loading door or remove the filter
while there is still water in the drum. Otherwise,
risk of flooding and injury from hot water will occur.
A
CAUTION
• The water supply and draining hoses must be securely
fastened and remain undamaged. Otherwise, there is
the risk of water leakage.
A
PRECAUTION
• Theproductshouldbeusedwithoutremovingtheupper
plate.
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INFORMATION
• Donotforceopenthelockedloadingdoor.Doorcanbe
opened a few minutes after the washing cycle ends. If
the machine has not cooled enough at the end of the
programme,loadingdoorcannotbeopened.Donotforce
theloadingdoortoopen.Itmustbelefttocoolitself.The
loadingdoorandthelockmechanismmaygetdamaged.
• Intheinstallationlocationofthisproduct,theremustnot
bealockable,slidingorhingeddoorthatwillrestrictthe
fullopeningoftheloadingdoor.
• Follow the instructions on the textile tags and on the
detergentpackage.
• Useonlydetergents,softenersandsupplementssuitable
forwashingmachines.
• Do not install or leave this product in places where it
mightbeexposedtooutdoorconditions.
• Controlsmustnotbetamperedwith.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
1.1.3 Warnngs for dryng
DANGER!
Laundry that is previously washed, cleaned, soiled
or stained with petrol / gasoline, dry cleaning
solvents or other flammable or explosive
substances must not be dried in the machine as
they give out flammable or explosive steam. It may
cause fire risk.
Laundry stained with Liquid cooking oil, acetone,
alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers,
turpentine, waxes and wax removers must be
washed in hot water with plenty of detergent
before drying. It may cause fire risk.
Foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof
textiles, clothes or pillows with rubber support or
rubber foam pads must not be dried with drying
function. It may cause fire risk.
If you use washing ball, detergent scale, laundry
clothing cages and balls in your machine, they can
melt during drying. Do not use these products if
drying option will be selected. It may cause fire
risk.
When you use industrial chemicals for cleaning, do
not use drying function. It may cause fire risk.
A
DANGER!
Do not touch loading door glass with bare hands
after drying. There is the risk of getting burnt.
In order to maintain laundry in a temperature that
will prevent them from getting damaged, a cooling
step is performed as a final step. You may be
exposed to hot steam if you open the door before
cooling is complete. There is the risk of scalding.
If the drying programmes are interrupted (as a result
of programme cancellation or power failure),
laundry in the machine can be hot. Be careful.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
A
CAUTION
• Do not stop the machine before drying programme is
completed. If you have to stop the machine, remove
all laundry and lay them in a suitable place to let them
cool down.
• Your product is suitable to operate in ambient
temperatures between 0°C and +35°C.
• Ambient temperatures between 15°C and +25°C are
ideal temperatures for your product.
• Do not let pets enter the product. Check inside the
product before using.
• Do not overload the machine for drying. Observe the
maximum load levels specified for drying.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
A
PRECAUTION
• Do not dry leather laundry or laundry that contains
leather (such as leather jeans label). The colour from
Leatherpartscanrunintoothertextiles.
• In failures that cannot be repaired using information
giveninsafetyinstructions,turnoffthemachine,unplug
thepowercableandcalltheAuthorisedServiceAgent.
• Youcanjustwashlaundry,justdrylaundryorwashand
drylaundry in your washer-dryer. Machinemust notbe
usedonlytodrywetloadsforalongtime.Whenmachine
isusedonlyfordrying,itmustbeoperatedemptywithout
loadinglaundryinashortwashprogrammeafterevery
15operation.
• Checkallclothesbeforeloading themintothemachine
andensurethattheydonothaveobjectssuchaslighters,
coins,metalpieces,needlesinthepocketsorinside.
• Underwearwithmetalsupportsmustnotbedriedinthe
machine. Metal supports might come off during drying
and cause damage in the machine. Place in a bag or
pillowcase.
• Do not dry large laundry such as tulle curtain, curtain,
bedding,blanket,ruginthemachine.Yourlaundrymight
getdamaged.
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INFORMATION
• Donotdryunwashedlaundryinthemachine.
• Do not use fabric softeners or static preventers in the
machineunlessrecommendedbythemanufacturer.
• Products such as fabric softeners must be used in
accordancewithmanufacturer'sinstructions.
• Donotdrysensitiveclothessuchassilk,wool,etc.inthe
machine.Otherwise,woolclothesmaygetshrunkenand
othersensitiveclothesmaygetdamaged.
• Checksymbolsonthegarmenttagbeforewashingand
drying.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
1.2 Intended use
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INFORMATION
• Thisproducthasbeendesignedfordomesticuse.Itisnot
suitableforcommercialuseanditmustnotbeusedout
ofitsintendeduse.
• Theproductmustonlybeusedforwashing,rinsingand
dryingoftextileproductsthataremarkedaccordingly.
• Themanufacturerwaivesanyresponsibilityarisenfrom
incorrectusageortransportation.
• Theservicelifeofyourproductis 10 years. Duringthis
period,original spare parts willbe availabletooperate
theproductproperly.
1.3 Children's safety
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CAUTION
• Children below the age of 3 must be kept away from
the machine unless they are continuously supervised.
• Packaging materials are dangerous to children. Keep
packaging materials in a safe place away from reach
of the children.
• Electrical products are dangerous for the children.
Keep children away from the product when it is in use.
Do not allow them to play with the product. Use child
lock to prevent children from intervening with the
product.
• Do not forget to close the loading door when leaving
the room where the product is located.
• Store all detergents and additives in a safe place away
from the reach of the children by closing the cover
of the detergent container or sealing the detergent
package.

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Important instructions for safety and environment
1.4 Compliance with WEEE Directive and
disposing of the waste product
•Thisproductdoesnot containharmfuland forbidden materialsdescribedin the
"Regulation on the Control of the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment". It
complies with the WEEE Directive.
This product has been manufactured with high
quality parts and materials which can be reused
and are suitable for recycling. Therefore, do not
dispose the product with normal domestic waste
at the end of its service life. Take it to a collection
point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. Please consult your local authorities
to learn the nearest collection point. Help protect
the environment and natural resources by
recycling used products. For children's safety, cut
the power cable and break the locking mechanism
of the loading door so that it will be non-functional
before disposing of the product.
Compliance with RoHS Directive:
The product you have purchased complies with EU
RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It does not contain
harmful and prohibited materials specified in the
Directive.
1.5 Package information
Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recyclable materials
in accordance with our National Environment Regulations. Do not dispose of the
packaging with normal domestic waste. Take them to the packaging material
collection points designated by the local authorities.

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2 Your washer-dryer
2.1 Overview
3
4
5
2
1
6
7
8
1- Power cable
2- Top panel
3- Control panel
4- Filter cover
5- Adjustable feet
6- Loading door
7- Detergent drawer
8- Water discharge hose

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Your washer-dryer
Power cable
Water discharge hose
Transit bolts
Mains water inlet hose
User manual
Plastic plug group
NOTE
•Figuresinthismanualareschematicandmaynotmatchtheproductexactly.
2.2 Package contents

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Your washer-dryer
2.3 Technical specifications
Supplier name or trademark PHILCO
Model name PBS1285BI
Washer Dryer Energy efficiency class (1) Class 1
Spin-drying efficiency class (1) B
Maximum spin speed (rpm) 1200
Airborne acoustical noise emissions washing/spinning/drying (dB) 0
Built-in Yes
Rated capacity - Washing (kg) 8
Rated capacity - Drying (kg) 5
Height (cm) 82
Width (cm) 60
Depth (cm) 54
Net weight (±4 kg.) 67
Single Water inlet / Double Water inlet • / -
• Available
Electrical input (V/Hz) 220-240 V / 50Hz
Total current (A) 10
Total power (W) 2000-2350
VDE Main model code 9620
Technical specifications may be changed without prior notice to improve the quality of the product.

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3 Installation
To make the product ready for use, review the information in the user manual and
make sure that the electricity, tap water supply and water drainage systems are
appropriate before calling the Authorised Service Agent. If they are not, call a qualified
technician and plumber to have any necessary arrangements carried out.
B
DANGER!
Make sure that the installation and electrical
connections of the product are performed by
competent persons. Manufacturer shall not be held
liable for damages that may arise from procedures
carried out by unauthorised persons.
DANGER!
Your product is too heavy for one person to carry.
A
CAUTION
• Prior to installation, visually check if the product
has any defects on it. If so, do not have it installed.
Damaged products cause risks for your safety.
A
PRECAUTION
• Preparationofthelocationandelectrical,tapwaterand
waste water installations at the place of installation is
undercustomer'sresponsibility.
• Make sure that the water inlet and discharge hoses as
wellasthepowercablearenotfolded,pinchedorcrushed
whilepushingtheproductintoitsplaceafterinstallation
orcleaningprocedures.
3.1 Appropriate installation location
•Placetheproductonasolidandlevelfloor.Donotplaceitontoacarpetwithhigh
pile or other similar surfaces.
•Donotplacetheproductclosetotheedgeifthefloorcontainssteps.Donotalso
place the product on a platform.
•Donotplacetheproductonthepowercable.
•Donotinstallthe productinenvironmentswhere the temperature fallsbelow 0
ºC.(See. Warnings for Drying)
• Leaving a gap at the sides of the machine is suggested to reduce vibration and
noise

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Installation
•Intheareawherethisproductisinstalled,theremustnotbealockable,slidingor
hinged door that will restrict the full opening of loading door.
•Operatetheproductinawellventilatedanddustfreeenvironment.
•DonotplaceheatsourcessuchasHobs,Irons,Ovens,etc.onthewashingmachine
and do not use them on the product.
3.2 Removing packaging reinforcement
Tilt the machine backwards to remove the packaging reinforcement. Remove the
packaging reinforcement attached to the ribbon.
DANGER!
Your product is heavy. Remove packaging
reinforcement as displayed in the figure.
Be careful not to get your hand caught under the
machine during this procedure.
3.3 Removing the transit bolts
A
PRECAUTION
• Do not remove the transit bolts before removing the
packagingreinforcement.
• Removethetransitboltsbeforeoperatingthe washing
machine!Otherwise,theproductwillgetdamaged.
3
2
1
1 Use a tool to loosen all bolts until they rotate freely.

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Installation
2 Remove the transit bolts by turning them slightly.
3 Attach the plastic covers supplied in the user manual bag into the holes on the rear
panel.
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INFORMATION
• Keepthetransitboltsinasafeplacetoreusewhenthe
productneedstobemovedagaininthefuture.
• Nevermovetheproductwithoutthetransitboltsproperly
fixedinplace!
3.4 Connecting water supply
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INFORMATION
• Thewatersupplypressurerequiredtoruntheproductis
between1to10bars(0.1–1MPa).Itisnecessarytohave
10–80litersofwaterflowingfromthefullyopentapin
oneminutetohaveyourproductrunsmoothly.Attacha
pressurereducingvalveifwaterpressureishigher.
A
CAUTION
• Models with a single water inlet should not be
connected to the hot water tap. In such a case the
laundry will get damaged or the product will switch to
protection mode and will not operate.
• Do not use old or used water inlet hoses on the new
product. It may cause stains on your laundry.
1 2 3
1 Connect the special hose supplied with the product to the water inlet on the
product.
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