Philco PWD 12SN User manual

PWD 12SN

Introduction
Please read these instructions for use carefully and all other information enclosed with the
washing machine.
Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners.
Note: this machine is solely for domestic use.
Notes on disposal
All packaging material used is environmentally-friendly and recyclable. Please help dispose of
the packaging via environmentally-friendly means.
Your supplier or local council will be able to give you
details of current means of disposal.
Valuable materials can be salvaged from an old appliance via scrap reprocessing.
Note: pull out the mains plug from any old appliance.
Cut the power cable and dispose of it, together with the
plug.
When disposing of an old washing machine, please ensure that the door lock is rendered
inoperable to prevent children shutting themselves in the appliance.
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Contents Page
Introduction 2
General delivery notes 4
Safety notes 4
Quick start 5
Description of controls 6
Programme Table 13
Programme selector 15
Detergent drawer 18
Useful advice for the user 19
The main wash 20
Drying 22
Automatic washing/drying cycle 23
Drying cycle 24
Cleaning and routine maintenance 25
Investigating malfunctions 27
Technical data 29
Setting up + installation 30
BEFORE SWITCHING ON THE APPLIANCE MAKE SURE
IT IS CORRECTLY INSTALLED AND THAT THE TRANSIT
BRACKETS ARE REMOVED AS SHOWN IN PAGE 30.
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General delivery notes
Please check that the following items are delivered with the appliance:
- Instruction manual
- Certificate of guarantee
- Inlet hose
Check that no damage has occurred during transit, and if so, call your nearest Authorised
Technical Support Service agent.
Safety notes
Note:
for cleaning or maintenance of the washing machine.
A) Pull out the plug
B) Turn off the tap
C) Philco equips all its appliances with earthing. Ensure that the mains supply is earthed,
and if it is not, seek assistance from a qualified person.
D) Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are wet or damp. Do not use the appliance
with bare feet.
E) The use of adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions is not recommended.
Note:
water temperature can reach 90°C during the wash cycle.
F) Check there is no water left in the drum before opening the door.
G) This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
H) Do not pull the power cable or the appliance itself to remove the plug from the socket.
I) The appliance must not be exposed to weather conditions (rain, direct sun, etc...)
L) When moving the appliance never lift it by the controls or by the detergent drawer.
When in transit never rest the door against the trolley or transport the appliance without
the polystyrene base.
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M) N.B!
If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor ensure that the ventilation holes on the
base of the appliance are not obstructed.
N) If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down, switch it off, turn off the tap and do
not tamper with the appliance.
Consult only the Authorised Technical Support Service for possible repair and ask them to
use original spare parts.
Failure to comply with the above can compromise the safety of the appliance.
O) If the appliance’s power cable should ever need replacing, consult the Authorised
Technical Support Service
Quick start
Washing
- Open the door by using the button “A” (Fig. 1, page 6)
- Select laundry and put it in the machine
- Close the door
- Put detergent in the compartments as indicated in the programme guide in this instruction
manual
- Select programme
- Wait for the “STOP” indicator light to flash
Press additional function buttons (if required)
- Press the “Start/Pause” button
- After few seconds the appliance starts working.
After washing
- The indicator light “STOP” will go on.
- Wait for the door lock to be released
(about 2 minutes after the programme has finished).
The “Door Security” indicator light will go out.
- Switch off the washing machine by turning the selector
to “OFF” position.
- Open the door and remove the laundry.
Ensure that the machine is correctly installed in line with the instructions found on page 30.
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DRYING
If you would like the drying cycle to begin automatically after
washing, select the programme required using the Drying
Programme Selector knob.
Otherwise it is possible to finish the wash and then decide on the
drying programme and load.

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Description of controls
Door handle A
Door locked indicator light B
Start button C
Start Delay button D
Prewash button E
Extra Rinse button F
1200/600 button G
Wash Temperature Control Knob H
Timer knob for drying programmes I
Buttons indicator light L
“Processing” indicator light M
Timer knob for wash programmes with OFF position N
Dry indicator light O
Detergent drawer P
Fig. 1
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L
C D E F G
B O
H I N
A
P

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DOOR SECURITY indicator light
The “Door Security” indicator light is illuminated when the door is fully closed and the machine is ON.
When "Start/Pause" is pressed on the machine with the door closed the indicator will flash
momentarily and then illuminate.
If the door is not closed the indicator will continue to flash.
A special safety device prevents the door from being opened immediately after the end of the cycle.
Wait for 2 minutes after the wash cycle has finished and the “Door Security” light has gone out
before opening the door. At the end of the cycle turn the programme selector to "OFF" .
B
NOTE: When the "Start/Pause" button has been pressed,
the appliance can take few seconds before it starts
working.
START/PAUSE button
When a programme is selecting, wait for the “STOP” indicator
light to flash before pressing the "Start/Pause" button.
Press to start the selected cycle (according to the selected cycle one indicator lights will go on) .
Changing the settings after the programmes has started (PAUSE)
The programme may be paused at any time during the wash cycle by holding down the
"Start/Pause" button for about two seconds. When the machine is in the paused mode, the
indicator light "processing" and option buttons will flash.
To restart the programme, press the "Start/Pause" button once again.
If you wish to add or remove items during washing, wait 2 minutes until the safety device
unlocks the door.
When you have carried out the manoeuvre, close the door, press "Start/Pause" button and
the appliance will continue working where it left off.
CANCELLING THE PROGRAMME
To cancel the programme the programme selector should be rotated to the "OFF" position.
C
Door handle
Press the finger-bar inside the door handle to open the door.
IMPORTANT:
A SPECIAL SAFETY DEVICE PREVENTS THE DOOR FROM OPENING AT THE END
OF THE WASH/SPIN CYCLE. AT THE END OF THE SPIN PHASE WAIT UP TO 2
MINUTES BEFORE OPENING THE DOOR.
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PRE-WASH BUTTON
This option is particularly useful for heavily soiled loads and can be used only on some
programmes as shown in the programmes table.
Detergent for this programme should be added to the compartment of the soap drawer
labelled “I” (Please refer to Detergent Drawer Section of manual). We recommend you use
only 20% of the recommended quantities shown on the detergent pack and fabric conditioner
should not be used for this programme.
E
START DELAY BUTTON
Appliance start time can be set with this button, delaying the star by 3, 6 or 9 hours.
Proceed as follow to set a delayed start:
Select a programme (“STOP” indicator light blinks)
Press Start Delay button (each time the button is pressed the start will be delayed by 3, 6 or
9 hours respectively and the corresponding light will blink).
Press START to commence the Start Delay operation (the indicator light associated with the
selected Start Delay time stops blinking and remains ON).
At the end of the required time delay the programme will start.
To cancel the Start Delay function :
press the Start Delay button until the indicator lights will be off (The STOP light blinks) and
the programme can be started manually using the START button or switch off the appliance
by turning the programme selector to off position.
D
EXTRA RINSE BUTTON
Thanks to the new electronic system, acting on the button is possible to effect a new special
rinse cycle. The addition of a lot of more water and the new action combined of cycles of
rotation of the drum with load and unloading of water, allow to get laundry perfectly rinsed.
This function has been studied for the people with delicate and sensitive skin, for which also a
least residue of detergent can cause irritations or allergies.
It advises to also use this function for the children items and in case of washings of very dirty
items, for which it is due to use a lot of detergent, or in the washing of towelling items whose
fibers mostly have the tendency to hold the detergent.
This button is not available on specials programmes excluding the SPORTS programme.
F
The option buttons should be selected before pressing
the "Start/Pause" button.

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WASH TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB
ROTATES IN BOTH DIRECTIONS
With this device it is possible to reduce, but no increase
washing cycle temperature.
The table of programmes indicate the maximum temperature
advised for each type of wash.
WARNING: THIS TEMPERATURE MUST NEVER BE
EXCEEDED
H
1200/600 button
The machine gradually increases the final spin speed to the maximum possible speed.
The button reduces spin speed to 600 r.p.m.
Note:
This function is not available when the automatic washing/drying cycle is selected.
G
Note: this model is fitted with an electronic device that
checks the load is balanced correctly. If the load is
slightly unbalanced the machine will re-balance it
automatically to carry out the normal spin.
If, after several attempts, balance is not restored, a
reduced spin speed will be used.
If loads are seriously unbalanced the spin stage will be
cancelled.
This helps limit vibration, reduce noise output and
improve the washing machine’s lifespan.

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DRYING TIME SELECTOR KNOB
Rotates in both directions
This knob sets a programme or a drying time up to a max.
120 minutes with a cool down final phase of 10 minutes.
If the drying time is selected before or during the wash cycle
the machine will automatically commence the drying
programme.
If a programme has been selected which does not enable the automatic drying phase (e.g.
Delicate and Woollens programmes or a drain programme),at the end of the wash cycle the
light STOP will go on and will not carry out the drying cycle.
NOTE: THE DRYING TIME SELECTOR KNOB MUST BE RETURN TO THE OFF
POSITION ( ) AT THE END OF EACH DRYING CYCLE.
USEFUL TIPS:
The 30 minute drying programme is recommended for small loads (less than 1 kg) or
slightly damp loads.
Your washer-dryer ends the cycle automatically when it reaches the drying level or time
selected.
For the correct operation of the appliance, it is preferable not to interrupt the drying phase
unless it is really necessary
Do not dry unwashed items in the washer dryer.
Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol,
kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers should be washed in hot
water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the washer dryer.
Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed
articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the washer
dryer.
Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by the fabric softener
instructions.
The final part of a washer dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down cycle) to ensure that
the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be damaged.
WARNING:
Never stop a washer dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are
quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.
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Buttons indicator light
The indicator light around the option buttons will light when specific options are selected.
L
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Automatic Programmes: By selecting one of these 3 automatic programmes, the washer-
dryer will calculate the time needed for drying and the residual dampness required,
according to the load and drying type and the residual dampness required, according to the
load and drying type selected.
After pressing the START button, one of the indicators will light to display the drying time
remaining.
“ ” = Extra dry drying programme (recommended for towels, bathrobes and bulky loads)
“ ” = Cupboard dry drying programme
“ ” = Iron dry drying programme
IMPORTANT!
During the drying cycle:
Drying programme can be cancelled by rotating the drying time selector to the zero
position. ( ): in this case caution must be paid because the machine and clothes load may be
very hot cause the cool down phase is not carry out.
For a correct operation it is preferable carry out the cool down phase turning the knob in clockwise
direction to the position ( )
Drying programme cannot be changed: even if the selector is set to another programme , the
machine ignores this new setting and continues to complete the original drying programme.
Timed programmes:
120 minutes – 60 minutes – 30 minutes:
They may be used to select timed drying programmes.
IMPORTANT!
During the drying cycle:
Drying time can be reduced
Drying time can be cancelled by rotating the drying time selector to the zero position ( ).:
in this case caution must be paid because the machine and clothes load may be very hot
cause the cool down phase is not carry out.
For a correct operation it is preferable carry out the cool down phase turning the knob in
clockwise direction to the position ( ).
Drying time cannot be increased: even if the selector is set to a higher time, the machine
ignores this new setting and continues to complete the original drying cycle time.
TABLE OF DRYING TIMES (IN MINUTES):
PROGRAMME
Extra
Cupboard
Iron
Min 1 Kg
from 30’
from 30’
from 30’
Min 1 Kg
from 30’
from 30’
from 30’
Max 1,5 Kg
to 90’
to 70’
to 50’
COTTON MIXED
Max 2,5 Kg
to 150’
to 120’
to 100’

PROGRAMME selector with "OFF" position
Rotates in both directions.
The machine is turned on by
selecting a programme via the
programme selector. This status will
be indicated by the "STOP" indicator
light flashing, this light will continue
to flash until the machine has started
or the machine is returned to the
"OFF" position.
Press the "Start/Pause" button to start the selected cycle.
Once a programme is selected the programme selector remains stationary on the selected
programme till cycle ends.
Switch off the washing machine by turning the selector to "OFF".
Note:
The programme selector must be returned to the "OFF" position
at the end of each cycle or when starting a subsequent wash
cycle prior to the next programme being selected and started.
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DRYING indicator light
Pilot light comes on to indicate that washer/dryer is drying.
O
TIME TO END indicator light
In order to manage your time better, this washing machine features an indicator light system
that keeps you constantly informed on the remaining cycle time.
Indicator light START:
Remaining time above 60 minutes.
Indicator light 60:
Remaining time less than 60 minutes.
Indicator light 30:
Remaining time less than 30 minutes.
Indicator light 15:
Remaining time less than 15 minutes.
Indicator light STOP:
End of the programme.
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WEIGHT
MAX
Kg
5
5
5
5
2,5
2,5
2
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-
-
-
-
2,5
1,5
1
1
1
2,5
3
3,5
2
TEMP.
°C
Up to: 90°
Up to: 60°
Up to: 40°
Up to: 40°
Up to: 50°
Up to: 40°
Up to: 40°
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-
-
-
-
-
-
Up to: 40°
Up to: 30°
Up to: 30°
Up to: 30°
Up to: 60°
Up to: 40°
Up to: 40°
(*
PROGRAM FOR
Resistant fabrics
Cotton, linen
Cotton, mixed
resistant
Cotton
Resistant fabrics
Mixed fabrics and
synthetics
Mixed, resistant
Very delicate fabrics
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PROGRAMMES
SELECTOR ON:
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Specials
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RINSES
LAST RINSE
FAST SPIN
SLOW SPIN
DRAIN ONLY
RESISTANT
DRYING
SYNTHETICS
DRYING
WOOLMARK
HAND WASH
SILK
MIXED FABRICS
“SPORTS”
RESISTANT
FABRICS
RESISTANT or
MIXED FABRICS
RESISTANT or
MIXED FABRICS
TABLE OF PROGRAMMES
CHARGE
DETERGENT
EN
- 90
- 60
- 40
- 40
- 50
- 40
- 40
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- 40
- 30
- 30
- 30
-60
- 40
- 40

Please read these notes
When washing heavily soiled laundry it is recommended the load is reduced to 3 kg
maximum.
* Programme also recommended for low temperature wash (below the indicated Max.
temperature). Programmes according to CENELEC EN 60456.
Only with the Prewash button selected. ( Programmes with Prewash button available)
The variable temperature selector allows a reduction in the wash temperature in
each programme.
ATTENTION: With the temperature selector on the position the programme will be
performed with a cold wash.
** Special programmes for automatic drying.
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Programme selector
For the various types of fabrics and various degrees of dirt the washing machine has different
programme bands according to: wash cycle, temperature and length of cycle (see table of
washing cycle programmes).
RESISTANTS FABRICS
The programmes have been designed for a maximum wash and the rinses,
with spin intervals, ensure perfect rinsing.
The final spin gives more efficient removal of water.
AA SPECIAL PROGRAMME AT 40°C
This special programme, with a duration that reaching the 3 hours, has
been studied to allow you to obtain the best washing performance, even at
full load, as the 60°C Cotton programme (the normative cycle), but with the
advantage of an energy saving due to 40°C temperature, instead of 60°C.
MIXED AND SYNTHETIC FABRICS
The main wash and rinse gives the best results thanks to the rotation
rhythms of the drum and to the water levels.
A gentle spin will mean that the fabrics become less creased.
SPECIAL DELICATE FIBRES
This is a new wash cycle which alternates washing and soaking and is
particularly recommended for very delicate fabrics. The wash cycle and
rinses are carried out with high water levels to ensure best results.
SPECIALS
SPECIAL “COTTON RINSES” PROGRAMME
This programme carries out 3 rinses with a maximum spin. It can be used for
rinsing any type of fabric, eg. use after hand-washing.
SPECIAL “LAST RINSE” PROGRAMME
This programme carries out 1 rinse with a intermediate spin.
SPECIAL “FAST SPIN” PROGRAMME
Programme “FAST SPIN” carries out a maximum spin.
SPECIAL “SLOW SPIN” PROGRAMME
Programme “SLOW SPIN” carries out a intermediate spin .
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AA
40°C
90
60
40
50
40
40

DRAIN ONLY
This programme drains out the water.
COTTON DRYING
Drying for cotton, terry towelling, linen, hemp fabrics, etc...
SYNTHETICS DRYING
Drying for Mixed fabrics (synthetics/cotton), synthetic fabrics.
WOOLMARK PROGRAMME
A programme dedicated to washing fabrics labelled with the woolmark . The
cycle comprises of alternate periods of activity and pauses. The programme has
a maximum temperature of 40° and concludes with 3 rinses and a short spin.
SPECIAL “HAND WASH”
This washing machine also has a gentle Hand Wash programme cycle. This
programme allows a complete washing cycle for garments specified as
“Hand Wash only” on the fabric care label. The programme has a
temperature of 30°C and concludes with 3 rinses and a slow spin.
SPECIAL SILK PROGRAMME
This washing machine also has a gentle Silk programme cycle. This
programme allows a complete washing cycle for laundry items made from
Silk on the fabric label.
The programme has a maximum temperature of 30° and concludes with 3
rinses and no final spin.
SPORTS
The washing machine has a unique Sportswear programme. It is specially
designed to wash mixed sportswear fabrics that cannot be washed on hotter
programmes and is designed to remove the soil and staining created by
participation in sports activities. This programme, with a duration that
reaching the 2 hours, starts with a cold prewash that breaks down and
loosens any excess dirt and then washes at a cool 30°C, rinses and spins
slowly for the best care of your heavily soiled, delicate garments.
“A” WASH 59 '
This specially designed programme maintains the high quality wash
performance identified with the “A” rating whilst greatly reducing the wash
time. The progrramme is designed for a maximum load of 3 kg with a
temperature of 60°C and concludes with 2 rinses and a high speed spin
sequence.
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DAILY WASH 40°C – FAST PROGRAMMES
By maintaining exceptional washing performance, these programmes allow
you to know in advance the necessary time for your everyday laundry. In fact,
this washing machine is equipped wit 2 daily rapid programmes at 40°C, that
were just studied for lightly soiled fabrics and medium or little load.
DAILY WASH 40°C – FAST 44’
A complete washing cycle (wash, rinse and spin), able to wash in
approximately 44 minutes:
- a maximum load of 3,5 kg;
- lightly soiled fabrics (cotton and mixed fabrics)
We recommend, with this programme, a 30% detergent loading dose
(compared to the normal one), in order to avoid detergent waste.
DAILY WASH 40°C – FAST 29’
A complete washing cycle (wash, rinse and spin), able to wash in
approximately 29 minutes:
- a maximum load of 2 kg;
- lightly soiled fabrics (cotton and mixed fabrics)
We recommend, with this programme, a 20% detergent loading dose
(compared to the normal one), in order to avoid detergent waste.
Automatic Variable Capacity
The washing machine is fitted with an automatic reduction in consumption system (known as
Automatic Variable Capacity).
This system enables the machine to use the amount of water needed to wash and rinse the
laundry in relation to the particular load.
This results in a reduction in the amount of water used and electricity needed to heat it to the
minimum required, without in any way compromising the washing and rinsing performance.
In fact the amount of water and electricity used will always be appropriate for the amount of
washing.
The washing machine therefore ensures you achieve excellent washing results whilst
respecting the environment and saving you money.
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Detergent drawer
The detergent drawer is split into 3 compartments:
- the compartment labelled "I" is for prewash detergent;
- the compartment labelled " " is for special additives,
fabric softeners, fragrances, starch, brighteners etc;
- the compartment labelled "II" is for main wash
detergent.
NOTE:
Some Detergents are Difficult to
utilise. Ensure to use an in drum
dispenser if recommended by
the detergent Manufacturer.
Note: only put liquid products in the compartment
labelled “ ”. The machine is programmed to
automatically take up additives during the final rinse
stage for all wash cycles.
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Useful advice for users
Tips on using your domestic appliance in the most environmentally-friendly and economical
way
Do a full load in your washing machine
To prevent any possible waste of energy, water or detergent we recommend that you put a
full load in your washing machine, not exceed the recommended maximum load size.
Up to 50% energy saving can be made with one full load compared to two half load washes
When is prewashing really needed?
Only with particularly dirty loads!
Energy savings of 5 to 15% are made by not selecting the prewash option for normal soiled
laundry.
Which wash temperature should you choose?
Using stain removers before machine washing reduces the need to wash at temperatures
over 60°C.
Energy savings of up to 50% can be made by using a 60°C wash temperature rather than
90°C.
Before using a drying programme...
SAVE energy and time by selecting a high spin speed to reduce the water content in laundry
before using a drying programme.
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