BENDIX Stream Line 1000 71288 washing machine Operating and Installation Instructions

 BENDIX
Operating and Installation Instructions
Autowasher Stream Line 1000 Model No. 71288
Important User Information
IT IS MOST IMPORTANT THAT THIS INSTRUCTION BOOK SHOULD BE RE-
TAINED WITH THE APPLIANCE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. SHOULD THE
APPLIANCE BE SOLD OR TRANSFERRED TO ANOTHER OWNER, OR SHOULD YOU
MOVE HOUSE AND LEAVE THE APPLIANCE, ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE BOOK
IS SUPPLIED WITH THE APPLIANCE IN ORDER THAT THE NEW OWNER CAN
BE ACQUAINTED WITH THE FUNCTIONING OF THE APPLIANCE AND THE
RELEVANT WARNINGS. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE READ THE WHOLE
INSTRUCTION BOOK BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE AND THAT YOU FOLLOW
THE RECOMMENDATIONS GIVEN.
THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY. YOU MUST
READ THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING THE APPLIANCE.
Warnings - Washer/Driers
e This appliance is designed to be operated eo Always unplug the appliance and turn off
by adults. Children should not be allowed
to tamper with the controls or play with
the product.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications
or attempt to modify this product in any
way.
Any eletrical work required to install this
appliance should be carried out by a
qualified eletrician or competent person.
Any plumbing work required to install
this appliance should be carried out by a
qualified plumber or competent person.
This product should be serviced by an
Authorized Tricity Bendix Service Centre,
and only genuine Bendix spare parts
should be used.
Care must be taken to ensure that the
appliance does not stand on the eletrical
supply cable.
the water after use.
Do not overload the appliance. See
relevant section in instruction book.
Always look through the glass door to
check if water has drained before opening
the door. If water is present do not open
door before draining the water. If in
doubt, refer to your instruction book.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be
taken when moving it.
All packing and transit bolts must be
removed before use. Serious damage can
occur to the product and to property if this
is not adhered to. See relevant section in
instructions.
e The glass door becomes very hot during
the washing cycle. Keep children away
from the vicinity of the appliance whilst
it is in operation.
Leave the porthole door slightly ajar
between washes to preserve the door seal.
Only wash fabrics which are designed to
be machine washed. If in doubt, consult
the manufacturer of that item.
Before washing, ensure that all pockets
are empty and buttons and zips are
fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn
articles and treat stains such as paint, ink,
rust, and grass before washing. Under-
wired bras must not be machine washed.
e Any objects such as coins, safety pins,
nails, screws, stones or any other hard,
sharp material can cause extensive damage
and must not be placed into the appliance.
Garments which are saturated with
petroleum products should not be machine
washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used,
care should be taken to ensure that the
fluidis removed from the garment before
placing in the machine.
Wash small items such as socks, laces,
washable belts ect. in a washing bag or
pillow case at it is possible for such items
to slip down between the tub and the inner
drum.
Only use the advised quantities of fabric
softner. Damage to the fabric can ensue if
you over-fill. Refer to the manufacturers’
recommendations of quantities.
Pets have been known to climb into
washing machines. Plaese check your drum
before use.
Under no circumstances should you
attempt to repair the machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced
persons may cause injury or more serious
malfuncioning. Contact your local Tricity
Bendix Service Centre. Always insist on
genuine Tricity Bendix spare parts.
Contents
Page
Specifications . . . . . . e e occ:oocoooo ooo o coo o ce... 4
Installation . . . ..e.eeoo ooo ooo. o ooo ooo ooo oe. 5-7
The electrical connections .......44 44400 0 0 0 0 0 0 + 6 8
Getting to know your machine . . . . . . ............ 9-10
Energetic wash cycle .... 24444 4 6 4 4 6 6 6 6 6 0 0 0 6 6 11-12
Gentle wash cycle ..... 242000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 + 0 0 0 0 0 6 13-14
Using your machine .....foeocroeoooooo ooo ooo. 6 15-16
Looking after your machine . . . . ............... 17-18
Helpful hints for successful washing . . . . . .......... 18-19
Servicing. . . . . 2.242440 0 08 6 6 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 20
Customer Service Centres . . . . . .. +++ + + + + 6 4 6 6 0 0 6 6 21
Serial Number
The serial number of your machine is
located on the inside drain screen door.
Specifications
Dimensions
Height
Width
Depth
Weight
Capacity for washing
Revolutions per minute
Power Absorbed
Heather Rating
Motor rating
Wash
Spin
Voltage
Frequency
Pressure
Maximum
Minimum (cold)
85 cms
(33.5 ins)
60 cms
(23.6 ins)
55 cms
(22.7 ins)
82 kg
(180 1b)
4.5 kg
(10 16)
450/1000
2590 W
2300 W
200 W
350 W
220/240 V
50 Hz
110 psi
7 psi
Installation
Unpacking
Having removed the outer carton, reinforcing
angles, and polythene wrapping, you must
take out the internal packing which protected
the appliance’s «works» during transit.
1 Using the plastic spanner provided, remove
the three large bolts from the back of the
machine to free the washing drum (Fig. 1).
2 Each bolt leaves behind a plastic spacer
inside the machine, this should be worked
loose by inserting a screwdriver into the bolt
hole, and allowing it to drop to the bottom
of the machine.
3 Lay the machine on its back to reveal two
pieces of polythene bands in the base (Fig. 2).
First pull band A., on left hand side then pull
band B on the right hand side to withdraw
the remaining internal packing, taking care
not to catch and damage any of the
appliance’s internal components in the
process.
4 Finally, lift the appliance off the
polystyrene base packing and remove the
plastic spacers you worked loose earlier. These
spacers, together with the three large bolts and
other internal packing should be kept in a safe
place so they can be used if the machine has
to be transported again.
e Do not turn the appliance upside down
and do not lay it on its sides.
Positioning and levelling
To keep vibration, noise and movement to a
minimum, it is essential that the machine is
absolutely level. Check this with the aid of
a spirit level when the machine is in its
permanent operating position. Any
adjustments needed can be made by using the
open end of the spanner supplied to raise or
lower the two adjustable feet at the front of
the machine-you merely screw them up or
down (Fig. 3).
After levelling the machine, lock the feet by
means of the securing ring nuts.
Some vibration is inevitable, especially if
mounted on a wooden floor.
The plumbing connections
Your new Bendix appliance has been designed
to be permanently plumbed in to your home’s
water supply and drainage system. However,
if this is not possible, it may be connected to
suitable existing taps, with the drain hose
discharging into a sink.
The appliance has a cold water inlet valve with
a fermale 3/4” BSP thread connector. If this
connection size is not compatibile with your
existing pluming, a variety of connectors are
available from good hardware stores and
plumbers merchants to suit most domestic
plumbing. Any alterations to your existing
plumbing must be carried out by a competent
person, or qualified plumber.
Before connecting the hose be sure to fit the
mesh filter supplied.
The other end of the hose which is connected
to the appliance can be turned in any direction
by first loosening the ring nut.
Once the hose has been re-positioned, this
must be re-tightened to prevent leakages.
Installation should comply with local Water
Authority and building regulations’ require-
ments.
The appliance must be given a separate cold
water supply and not be connected to mixer
taps, a single outlet water heater or a booster
pump.
A minimum water pressure of 7 psi is required
for the safe operation of the appliance. If you
cannot make the cold water connection direct
from the rising mains, you may be able to
operate the appliance from your cold water
storage system. There should be a minimum
of 5.02 m (16.5 ft) between the appliance’s
inlet and the bottom of the tank.
If you are operating the appliance on the
minimum pressure of 7 psi, it may fill slowly.
This flow can be increased by removing the
small restrictor contained within the inlet
valve. In order to remove the restrictor, first
turn off the water and unplug the appliance.
Disconnect the water supply hose from the
inlet valve, and pull out the mesh filter inside
the valve. Remove the restrictor (which is a
small round washer) with the aid of thin-
nosed pliers.
Replace mesh filter and re-fit hose.
Where the machine is permanently plumbed
in, hook the end of the hose into a standpipe
installed for the purpose. It should have an
internal diameter of at least 38 mm (1 1/2”)
thus leaving an air gap between the hose and
the pipe, and should be designed in such a way
that the water level within it never covers the
end of the hose.
Important
Before connecting up the machine to new
pipework or to pipework that has not been
used for some time, run off a reasonable
amount of water to flush out any debris that
may have collected in the pipes.
Whether discharging into a sink or a drainpipe
check that the end of the drain hose is neither
too high nor too low. The top of the curve
in the hose’s end should be no more than 85
cm (34 inches) and no less than 50 cm
(20 inches) above floor level (Fig. 4).
Finally, make sure that with the machine in
position, the drain hose is not obstructed,
blocked or bent so sharply that the water
cannot flow freely.
The electrical
connections
WARNING:
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED
The manufacturer declines any liability should
this safety measure not be observed.
If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is
not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be
cut off and the appropriate plug fitted.
The cut off plug should be disposed of to
prevent the hazard of electric shocks in case
it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in
another part of your home.
Important
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:
GREEN AND YELLOW - EARTH
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
If you fit your own plug, the colours of the
wires in the mains lead of your appliance may
not correspond with the markings identifying
the terminals in your plug, this is what you
have to do:
Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to
the terminal in the plug which is marked with
the letter ”’E’’ or the earth + symbol or
coloured green, or green and yellow.
Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal
in the plug which is marked with the letter
”N” or coloured black.
Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal
which is marked with the letter ”L” or
coloured red.
The plug moulded on to the cord incorporates
a fuse. For replacement, use a 13 Amp BS
1362 fuse. Only ASTA approved fuses should
be used.
The fuse cover/carrier must be replaced in the
event of changing fuse.
The right fuse cover/carrier colour is the one
shown by the coloured insert at the base of
the plug.
The plug must not be used if the fuse
cover/carrier is lost. A replacement cover/
carrier must be obtained from Tricity Bendix
Service Agents whose addresses are listed on
the last page.
This appliance complies with E.E.C. directive
no. 82/499 of 7.6.82 relative to radio inter-
ference suppression.
Getting to know
your machine
The controls and how to use them
. Detergent dispenser
. Pilot Light Mains”
. On - Off Button
. Multi - Fabric Button
. Quick Wash Button
. Woll Button
. Temperature Control
. Programme Control
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Mains
A
A. Detergent dispenser
The dispenser has three compartments - two
for detergent (a and b) and one for fabric
conditioner (c). (Fig. 5 page 15).
The fabric conditioner compartment is fitted
with a removable filter. To open the di-
spenser, gently pull the handle which is at the
lower half.
The detergent dispenser 1s suitable for both
liquid and powder detergents without
modification.
B. Pilot Light Mains”
The pilot light comes on when the machine
is set start.
C. On/Off Button (D
To start the machine, once a programme and
temperature have been selected, press this
button in.
To stop the machine during a cycle, press the
button again.
At the end of the programme press the button
and the pilot light will go out.
The machine will have stopped automatically.
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D. Multi-Fabric Button
Press this button when using programme
to increase the wash times. Ideal for washing
together different types of fabrics such as
cotton and synthetics.
E. Quickwash Button
Press this button when using light wash
programme 5 for cotton or synthetics
to reduce the wash times. Ideal tor washing
lightly soiled items quickly.
F. Wool Button
Reduces the drum tumbling speed during
wash from 50 to 35 rpm so as to obtain an
even gentler washing action. Recommended
for woollens.
G. Temperature Selection Control
This control used to select the wash tempe-
rature according to the programme which has
been selected. The programme charts from
page 11 to 14 show the most appropriate
temperature for each type of wash.
Adjustable temperatures also makes it
possible, for both cotton and synthetic
washes, to wash at lower temperatures than
suggested or to wash in cold water.
For the latter, the thermostat control should
be set below 30° C.
H. Programme Control
The control panel is marked with symbols
corresponding to those on the chart.
To set the machine to the correct programme
(see programme chart on pages 11 to 14), push
the dial in and turn it clockwise until the
marking (e) of the dial coincides exactly
with the marking on the control panel. Never
to attempt to turn the control dial in an anti-
clockwise direction.
The Wash Programmes
Each washing programme is designed for a
specific type of fabric. They follow the Textile
Care Labelling Code which is used for wash
labels on garments and household linen as
well as on detergent packets.
This makes it simple to choose the right
programme for the fabric you are washing.
The energetic wash cycles are completely
automatic, taking the clothes through
washing, rinsing and spinning.
On the gentle wash cycles, the machine stops
after the last rinse before the water draining
and spinning. The clothes are left suspended
in water to prevent them from becoming
creased by remaining in the bottom of the
wash tub in a damp state after spinning.
The cycle is completed by turning the
programme selector control to the spin or
drain setting.
When using a Jetsystem programme the water
intake for the wash is totally variable. The
machine regulates the amount of water it uses
according to the wash load. For example the
machine will use more water for a full load
of absorbent fabric than a small load of non-
absorbant fabric.
Energetic wash cycles
For cotton, linen and viscose (rayon) fabrics.
Recommended wash load: 4.5 kg (10 1b) max.
Position of
programme
Wash selector and Dispenser
Programme thermostat e compartment Wash cycle description
Heavy soil prewash abc Cottons and linens
with prewash 40-95° C Prewash in water at 40° C
(high level) followed by water
drain and short spin.
Jetsystem wash at 40-95° C.
4 cold water rinses, spinning.
*Time 90-120 mins. |
(depending upon temperature)
Whites normal bc White cottons and linens without
95° C special finishes.
Jetsystem wash at 95° C.
4 cold water rinses, spinning.
*Time 105 mins.
Fast normal bc Cottons, linens and viscose.
coloureds 60° C Jetsystem wash at 60° C.
4 cold water rinses, spinning.
| *Time 80 mins.
Non-fast normal bc Cottons, linens and viscose.
coloureds 40° C Jetsystem wash at 40° C
4 cold water rinses, spinning.
| *Time 65 mins.
Quickwash light bc Short Jetsystem wash at 30-40° C.
Press Quickwash 30°-40° C 4 cold water rinses, spinning.
Button
For a half load of lightly
soiled clothes
*Time 35-40 mins.
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Position of
programme
Wash selector and ~ Dispenser
Programme thermostat e compartment Wash cycle description
Rinses rinses с 4 cold water rinses (high level),
spinning.
Special rinse с Intake of water mixed with liquid
treatments conditioner additive such as fabric conditioner,
spinning.
Spin only spin Spinning for about 6 mins. with
simultaneous water draining.
This is preceded by slow rotations
of the drum and followed by a
final “shakedown” of the wash.
* Wash times
Note times are approximate and are given for guidance only. They can vary due to loading,
temperature selected and temperature of incoming water.
Selecting light wash saves 15-20 mins. on quoted normal wash times.
The Quickwash button saves a further 10 - 15 mins.
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Gentle wash cycles
For delicates, synthetics including acrylics, acetates, triacetates, machine-washable woollens
and synthetics mixed polyester and wool.
Recommended washload: 1.5-2 kg (3-5 Ib) maximum; wool 1 kg (2 Ib) maximum.
Position of
programme
Wash selector and Dispenser
Programme thermostat e compartment Wash cycle description
Heavy soil prewash abc Prewash in water at 40° C.
with prewash 50-60° C (high level).
Drain and short spin.
Jetsystem wash at 50-60° C.
Anticrease cool-down.
3 cold rinses. Pause.
*Time 70 mins.
Whites normal bc Whites nylon & polyester cotton
60° C mixes.
Jetsystem wash at 60° C.
Anticrease cool-down.
3 cold rinses. Pause.
* Time 60 mins.
Minimum iron normal bc Coloured synthetic and mixed
50° C fabrics.
Jetsystem wash at 50° C.
= Anticrease cool-down
3 cold rinses.
*Time 55 mins.
Quickwash light bc Short Jetsystem wash at 30-40° C.
Press Quickwash 30-40° C Anticrease cool-down.
Button 3 cold water rinses. Pause.
For a half load of lightly soiled
clothes.
*Time 35-40 mins.
Rinses rinses с 3 cold water rinses (high level)
_ Pause.
Woollens &) bc Machine washable woolen and
== wool mixtures with cotton or
40° C viscose.
3 Jetsystem wash in water at 40° C.
(high level) with gentle action.
Press Wool 3 cold water rinses. Pause.
Button *Time 50 mins.
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Position of
programme
Wash selector and Dispenser
Programme thermostat e compartment Wash cycle description
Delicates bc Acrylics, acetates, triacetates and
— wool mixtures.
40% C Jetsystem wash at 40° C.
3 cold rinses. Pause.
* Time 45 mins.
Multi-fabric bc Multi-fabric lightly soiled.
Press Multi-fabric = Main wash in water at 40° C (high
Button 40° C level).
3 cold water rinses. Pause.
*Time 55 mins.
Rinses rinses с 3 cold water rinses (high level)
Short spin short Water draining followed by a
only spin short spin.
Drain drain Water draining with a steady drum.
For drip dry fabrics.
There is no water draining after the last rinse of the gentle cycles. This prevents the clothes
from creasing if they are left in the machine at the end of the wash cycle.
The clothes are held suspended in water until you turn the selector dial to ”short spin” when
the water will be drained and the clothes will be given a gentle spin. Or, the selector dial can
be turned to “drain” when the water will be drained away without spinning.
* Wash times
Note times are approximate and are given for guidance only. They can vary due to loading,
temperature selected and temperature of incoming water.
Selecting light wash saves 15-20 mins. on quoted normal wash times.
The Quickwash button saves a further 10 mins.
Warning.
Do not open the machine door until one of the draining programmes has been completed. If
you do there will be a flood.
Using your machine
Sorting the wash
Sort the clothes and household linens
according to fabric, colour fastness and
degree of soiling, following the charts on
pages 11-14. Check with the wash care label
sewn to the garment or article; this should
have a number in a wash tub symbol which
corresponds with the number shown on the
charts. For example, if your sheets have a
label with number in the wash tub, the
programme ’’Prewash 95’” or ” Whites 95”
depending on whether the articles are lightly
or heavily soiled.
If the garment has no label, choose the
appropriate programme for the fabric. If you
are uncertain what fabric this is, always
choose one of the gentle wash cycles such as
or @ . Be cautious with coloured items
unless they are labelled colourfast, wash them
separately by hand, or use the programme for
non-fast coloureds.
With the Jetsystem machine you can divide
the wash into the correct care label codes and
wash them according to the labels recommen-
dations, confident that you are not being
extravagant and that the optimum results are
achieved, since the washing machine uses only
the amount of water necessary to wash each
load.
Try to mix large and small items in each load.
If you cannot make up a full load of similar
items (eg. cotton sheets and towels) make up
a load of any polycotton and cotton items,
and use one of the lower temperature washes
(50° С).
Remember, however, that white cotton and
linen should be washed at higher temperatures
(95°C) every third wash to keep them a good
colour.
Loading the clothes
Open the drum loading door by pulling the
catch forward. Put the sorted clothes into the
drum one by one, shaking them out first.
Alternate large and small items.
Be sure all pockets are empty, buttons and
zips fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn
articles, and treat stains such as paint, ink,
rust and grass before washing (see page 19).
Once the machine is loaded close the door
firmly. Then put the washing powder and
conditioner (if required) into the dispenser.
Choosing the right detergent
Always use a low lather detergent. This is
important as too much lather prevents the
articles from tumbling freely and being
properly cleansed. Persil Automatic is
specially designed to complement the cleaning
action of the machine.
Filling with detergent
The detergent dispenser has three compart-
ments (Fig. 5). Compartment ”a” is for the
prewash detergent, ”b” for the main wash
detergent, and ”c” for the fabric conditioner.
The same detergent can be used for the pre
and main wash cycles.
Pull out the dispenser and add the measured
amount of detergent following the directions
on the container (see also Table which
follows). Be sure to use enough detergent -
this is essential to get the clothes really clean.
Once the dispenser is filled, close it by pushing
it in gently. This is particulary important if
you are using fabric conditioner because if the
drawer is slammed it will cause the condi-
tioner to enter the machine prematurely.
For information regarding the degrees of
hardness of water in your area, ask the local
Water Authority.
Amount of wash powder in grammes
Main Wash-Jet system
Hardness Load - Dry fabric
of water
4.5kg 3.5kg 2.25kg 1 kg
Soft
0 - 7 degress Clark 858 De e “os
e 4 degress Clark 1208 110g 598 Oe
1 degress Clark 1658 145g 1108 78
Very hard 180g 160g 120g 80g
Over 21 degress Clark
If you use a pre-wash or soak programme a
half measure of detergent should be placed
in compartment ”a”.
For only lightly soiled loads, the amount of
the washing powder or detergent should be
reduced accordingly.
To assist in dosing, a marked measuring cup
in 20 ml graduations, with the total capacity
of 200 ml is supplied with the machine.
Liquid detergents
Liquid detergents may be very useful above
all for low and medium temperature washing
of delicate items or those which are not very
dirty. о
The dispenser drawer also allows the use of
liquid detergents.
In this case, you must select programmes
without prewash.
The liquid detergent should be poured into
the compartment ”b” immediately before
starting the programme.
Using fabric conditioners
When you want to use a conditioner, put the
measured amount (follow manufacturers”
instructions) into compartment ”c” in the
washing powder dispenser at the same time
as you put in the washing powder. Be careful
not to fill the compartment above the level
of the filter. The conditioner will be auto-
matically used by the machine at the appro-
priate time. Remember to close the drawer
(Fig. 5) gently.
To start the machine
Check that:
the main switch is on;
the door is properly closed;
the water is turned on.
Select the program required by pushing in the
programme selector dial and turning it clock
wise to the required position. Then select the
temperature you require by pushing in and
turning the temperature selector control. Push
the On/Off button in. The pilot light will then
come on and the machine will start. If Multi
fabric wash, Wool wash or Quickwash is
required remember to press the appropriate
button before pressing the On/Off button.
If, after the start of a programme, you find
you have selected the wrong one, push the
On/Off button to stop the machine. Then
turn the selector dial clockwise to the correct
position and turn the temperature control
again to restart the washing cycle.
If necessary, you can stop the machine at any
point during the programme by simply
pressing and turning the temperature control
dial to the OFF position; in this case, wait 1-2
minutes before opening the door to allow time
for automatic disconnection of the electrical
door lock. N.B. If the drum contains water,
select a Short Spin or Drain programme
before opening the door.
Unloading the clothes
At the end of the programme push the
On/Off buton to swicht the machine off. You
can then open the door and unload the
machine. If you have been using a gentle wash
cycle do not forget to set the machine to drain
the water.
Looking after your
machine
Important: Make sure that the machine is
unplugged and the water tap turned off before
undertaking any kind of maintenance.
General care and cleaning
After each wash leave the door ajar for about
two hours, to allow air to circulate freely
inside the drum.
Wipe round the rubber door seal to remove
the water which collects in it. From time to
time clean plated, polished and plastic parts
and the glass porthole door with a soft damp
cloth.
Never use abrasive powders.
Wipe over the exterior cabinet with a luke-
warm solution of a mild liquid cleaner, rinse
and dry thoroughly. From time to time, apply
a little wax furniture cream with a soft cloth.
If the appliance has been out of use for a long
time, carry out a complete cycle without
washing a load, adding 25g (1 oz) Calgon
water softener to the detergent dispenser
instead of wash powder. This will remove any
deposits from the machine.
Cleaning the drain filter
(see diagrams)
This is necessary if some object such as a
safety pin or pebble, or excess fluff, blocks
the drain and obstructs the normal flow of
water. If you have to clean it, detach the drain
hose from its hanger at the back of the
appliance and place the free end in a basin
at floor level to collect any excess water. Place
a small bowl on the floor under the exposed
filter to catch any water.
Unscrew and pull out the filter (Fig. 6-7)
Remove any object or fluff and replace the
filter.
N.B. Periodical cleaning of the filter is
essential to ensure perfect drainage of water
from the machine
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Cleaning the inlet filter
This is situated at the back of the machine and
should be inspected from time to time.
Unscrew the hose and remove the mesh filter
lodged just inside the hose. Wash it under a
fast running tap to remove any sediment.
Replace the wire filter and hose firmly.
Cleaning the washing powder dispenser
Wipe it out after every wash.
From time to time it will need more thorough
cleaning to clear out all the deposit. Remove
the drawer completely with a sharp pull out-
wards. When you replace it, if you find that
it doesn’t slide right in again give it a sharp
tap with the palm of your hand.
Helpful tips for
successful washing
Here are some practical hints to help you to
get the best washing results.
Don’t overload the machine. The clothes will
not move around freely and the washing
powder may not dissolve properly.
Always use a low lather detergent specially
made for front loading machines. Excessive
foaming gives an unsatisfactory wash and
may even harm the machine. The quantity of
detergent required depends on the amount of
laundry and how soiled it is. It may therefore
be necessary to vary the quantities suggested
on page 16. You will be able to tell if you need
to do this when you are used to the machine.
Don’t put washing powder into the dispenser
until just before starting a programme. If the
powder 1s left for any length of time in the
dispenser it may form lumps which are
difficult to dissolve.
For the best results do not wash more than
1 kg (2 Ib) of woollen articles at a time.
Wash only woollen articles marked "machine
washable”.
For best results do not wash more than 1.5-2
kg (3-5 Ib) of synthetic fabrics in one load.
Synthetic fabrics need plenty of room to move
around or they tend to crease.
Clothes should be sorted out according to the
fabric, colour fastness and degree of soiling
(see page 15)
Mend open seams and tears before washing.
Close zips and secure buttons.
Collect laces, washable belts and put them in
a bag for washing.
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Empty pockets. (This is important as should
a coin become lodged between the tub and
drum it can cause extensive damage). See final
paragraph page 20.
Remove spots of rust, paint, ink and grass
stains before washing (see instructions on this
page).
Don’t wash light coloured fabrics with dark
ones. One may leave specks of fluff on the
other.
Don’t risk washing coloured articles unless
you are sure that they are colourfast. It’s
worth hand washing the article to find out.
If you live in a hard water district, you can
add water softening powder to the washing
machine in compartment ”’b”.
For the quantity of water softener to use, see
packet directions.
Stain removal
Some stains will not be removed in the wash.
It is wise to treat them before laundering.
The following are simple but effective
treatments to use on any washable fabric.
Treat the stain as soon as possible and launder
afterwards to remove any residual stain.
Ballpoint and felt-tip ink
Dab with methylated spirit on cotton, wool
(not on acetate or triacetate fabric).
Fountain pen ink
Sponge with cold water to flush out as much
ink as possible, or hold the fabric under
running cold water. Launder and treat any
remaining stains with lemon juice.
Grass stains
Dab with methylated spirit (not on acetate or
triacetate). Rinse in clear water.
Oil
If heavy stains from cycle or car oil do not
come out in the wash, treat them with a
proprietary grease solvent.
Paint
Emulsion: Sponge immediately with cold
water and then launder. If the stain has dried,
soften it with methylated spirit or a pro-
prietary paint brush cleaner. (Test an
inconspicuous corner of the fabric first).
Gloss: Dab with methylated spirit or pro-
prietary paint brush cleaner. (Test fabric first)
Rust (iron mould)
Rub with lemon juice and then sprinkle salt
over the stain and leave for an hour. If
subsequent washing does not remove the
stain, use a proprietary rust cleaner following
the manufacturer’s directions.
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Servicing
If, having followed these instructions
carefully, your machine fails to work
properly, contact your local Tricity Bendix
Service Network. Before you do that though,
you should make a few simple checks yourself
as you will have to pay for a Service call if
no fault is found!
If the machine won’t start
e Ensure that the «On/Off» button has
been pressed in.
e Make sure that the door of the machine is
firmly shut.
e Make sure that the appliance is properly
plugged in and that the socket switch (if
any) is in the on” position.
e Check that there is power at the socket by
plugging in an appliance you know to be
working - a small lamp, for example. If this
too fails to work, check the main circuit
fuses in your home’s consumer unit or
main fuse box.
If the machine won°t fill
e Make sure that the supply hose is not
sharply bent.
e Make sure tap and stop-cock are turned
on.
e Check that there is sufficient water
pressure.
If the machine won’t drain or spin
e Check that the drain hose is not bent,
blocked, or obstructed in some other way.
e Check that the drain collector in the
machine is not clogged (in this case, before
cleaning the filter, it is advised to discharge
the water from the machine by disconnec-
ting the drainage hose from its rear support
and bring it to the level of the floor with
its end inserted into a basin to contain the
water which will exit).
If the machine empties as it fills
e Make sure the end of the drain hose is not
less than 50 cm (20 inches) above floor
level.
If the machine vibrates badly, or is too noisy
e Check that the machine is absolutely level.
e Check that there is sufficient clearance
between the machine and wall, furniture,
ect.
e Check that all the internal packing, plastic
spacers and transit security bolts have been
removed as described at the start of these
instructions.
If the machine spins during washing and
rinsing
e Don't worry it’s supposed to!
Failure to observe these checks could result
in your being charged for the service call when
requested.
Service Centre Postcode areas Telephone Address
covered
ALDERSHOT GU KT RG RH 0252 24505 Tricity Bendix Service
Hippodrome House, Birchett Road, Aldershot, GU11 1LU
BRIGHTON BN 0273 694341 Tricity Bendix Service
31 Bristol Gardens, Kemptown, Brighton, BN2 5JR
BRISTOL BN BS SN 0272 211876 Tricity Bendix Service
3 Waring House, Redcliffe Hill, Bristol BS1 6TB
CARDIFF CF HR LD NP SA 0222 460131 Tricity Bendix Service
Guardian Industrial Estate, Clydesmuir Road, Tremorfa,
Cardiff, CF2 208
NEWTON EX PL TA TQ TR 0626 65909 Tricity Bendix Service
ABBOT 2nd Floor, (7), Bridge House, Courtenay Street, Newton Abbot,
TG 12 20S
OXFORD GL HP NN OX SL 0993 4411 Tricity Bendix Service
Suite 3, Windrush Court, 56A High Street, Witney 0X8 6B
PORTSMOUTH BH DT PO SO SP 0705 667411 Tricity Bendix Service
Limberline Road, Hilsea, Portsmouth, P03 5JJ
TONBRIDGE CT DA ME TN 0732 357722 Tricity Bendix Service
61-63 High Street, Tonbridge, TN10 3RY
CANVEYISLAND RM CM SS CO IG 0268 694144 Tricity Bendix Service
2-4 Sandhurst, Kings Road Canvey Island, SS8 0QY
LONDON E EC WC N NW 01 443 3464 Tricity Bendix Service
(NORTH) E EN SW1 SW3 Duck Lees Lane, Brimsdown Industiral Estate, Enfield,
SW5 SW6 SW7 SW10 Middlesex EN3 7 XD
LONDON SE SM CR BR 01 658 9069 Tricity Bendix Service
(SOUTH) SW2 SW4 SW8 127 Croydon Road, Beckenham, Kent BR33RA
SW9 SW11-20
LONDON WD HA UB TW 01 965 9699 Tricity Bendix Service
(WEST) AL CB LU MK SG 842 Coronation Road, Park Royal, London NW10
NORWICH IR NR PE 0603 667017 Tricity Bendix Service
1 Malthouse Lane, Norwich, Norfolk, NR215C
ABERDEEN DD IV KW AB PH 0224 696569 Tricity Bendix Service
8 Comhill Arcade, Comhill Drive, Aberdeen AB2 5UT
BELFAST BT 0232 740296 Tricity Bendix Service
Unit C3, Edenderry Industrial Estate, 326 Crumlin Road, Belfast
BT147EE
BIRMINGHAM WR DY WV TF 021 358 7076 Tricity Bendix Service
ST WS 8 Lammermoor Ave, Great Barr, Birmingham, B43 6ET
EDINBURGH KY EH TD FK 031 229 1232 Tricity Bendix Service
4 Lochrin Place, Tolicross, Edingburgh, EH3 9QY
GATESHEAD CA DL DH NE SR 091 493 2025 Tricity Bendix Service
TS Suite 3, Saltwell House, Lobley Hill Road, Gateshead, NES 400
GLASGOW DG KA ML G PA 041 647 4381 Tricity Bendix Service
20 Cunningham Road, Clyde Estate, Rutherglen, Glasgow, G73 1PP
LEEDS S DN HU YO WF 0532 608511 Tricity Bendix Service
HX HD LS HG BD 64-66 Cross Gates Road, Leeds, LS15 7NN
LEICESTER LE DE CV NG LN 0533 515131 Tricity Bendix Service
10-12 Buckminster Road, Leicester LE3 9AR
MANCHESTER SK M BL OL BB 061 330 5081 Tricity Bendix Service
Ashton Street, Duckinfield, Manchester SK16 4 RN
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Tricity Bendix Limited
55-59 High Road, Broxbourne, Herts EN10 7HJ
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