Blomberg WAF 1500 A, WAF 1520 A, WAF 1540 A, WAF 1560 A Instruction Manual
Automatic
Washing Machine
WAF 1500 A
WAF 1520 A
WAF 1540 A
WAF 1560 A
Operating instructions
Read this first!
Dear customer,
By purchasing this appliance you have de-
cided in favour of the latest in washing
technology – premium quality, long service live, high reliability and optimal ease of
use.
• At first, please check if the appliance
was received undamaged.
• If a transport damage is noticed, notify
your supplier immediately; do not operate the appliance!
These operating instructions…
…are intended to help you operate this
appliance quickly and safely.
• Read these instructions before installation and initial operation.
• Pay special attention to the safety instructions.
• Keep the instructions for future reference.
• If you sell this appliance, pass on the
instructions to the new owner.
• In addition, read all the documents,
that you get with the appliance in addition to these operating instructions.
Please note that these operating instructions are applicable to several models. The
differences between the models are clearly
emphasised.
Explanation of symbols
Throughout these instructions the following symbols are used:
High voltage! Risk of electric shock!
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Risk of other personal injury or proper-
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ty damage.
Important information or useful ad-
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vise.
Contents
Machine overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety first . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Disposal. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Removing the transportion locks . . . . . . . . . . 5
The right location of installation . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Levelling the machine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting the water supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting the water drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Language selection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
The First Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparing to wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Sorting the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Preparing clothes for washing. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
The right load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Detergents and softeners. . . . . . . . 11
The detergent dispensing drawer . . . . . . . . . 11
Dosing devices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Liquid detergent. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Choice of detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Detergent quantity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Fabric softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Starch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Washing programmes . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programme selection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Main programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Special programmes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Additional functions. . . . . . . . . . . . 13
The buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Prewash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Intensive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Easy iron. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Quick wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Temperature selection . . . . . . . . . . 14
Spin speed selector . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Balance time display . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Time delay. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Programme Progress . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Child-proof lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Quick instructions for daily use . . . 17
Programme table . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Cleaning and care . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Tips for removing stains . . . . . . . . 25
Technical specifications
and consumption data . . . . . . . . . 26
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Machine overview
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1 Detergent dispensing drawer 6 Drain hose
2 Control panel 7 Power cable
3 Loading door with door opener 8 Transit bars
4 Service door with foreign matter trap 9a Water supply hose with
5 Height-adjustable feet
"Aquasafe+"-protection
9b Water supply hose with
"Aquasafe"-protection
9b
(alternative to 9a, supplied in drum)
Accessories (in accessory bag):
1011Holder for drain hose
Five caps for rear wall opening
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Programme button
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Display
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Temperature button
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Turning knob
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Start/Pause button
Overview of additional functions
Option Function
Aquasafe
Aquasafe+
Aquaround
Sensorinse
In case of leakages, the water supply is mechanically
blocked.
In case of leakages, the water supply is electrically
blocked.
The detergent is optimally utilised through an automatic suds circulation.
If residues of detergents still exist after the rinse cycle,
the machine introduces additional rinse cycles.
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On/Off button
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Spin speed button
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Additional functions
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Programme progress indicator
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Time delay button
Model
WAF 1520 A
WAF 1500 A
WAF 1540 A
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WAF 1560 A
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Safety first
Please observe the following information,
as otherwise there will be risk of personal
injury or material damage and any warranty and liability is invalidated.
Intended use
• This appliance shall only be used for
washing, rinsing and spinning textiles
that are marked accordingly.
• Only detergents, softeners and additives suitable for use in washing machines may be used.
• Follow the care instructions in the garments and the information given by
the washing detergent manufacturer.
Safety instructions
• This appliance must be connected to a
properly installed earthed outlet,
which is protected by a fuse of adequate capacity.
The supply hose with Aquasafe+ con-
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tains parts, that are energised. Do not
damage supply hose and Aquasafe+!
Risk of electric shock! Do not use the
appliance if damage to the supply
hose is noticed and contact the customer service.
• Supply and drain hose must always be
securely fastened and in perfect condition.
Do not use a washbasin or bathtub to
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which the drain hose is attached while
the machine is running. Risk of scalding due to high washing temperatures!
Never open the loading door or un-
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screw the foreign matter trap, if there
is still water in the drum (e.g. after a
power failure). This poses a risk of
flooding and possible scalding due to
hot suds.
Never open the locked loading door
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by force! Inform the customer service,
if the loading door cannot be opened
even a few minutes after programme
finishes.
Do not attempt to dry-clean with the
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machine! Fire and explosion hazard!
• Rinse garments pre-treated with cleaning agents (petroleum ether, liquid
stain remover, etc.) thoroughly in
clear water before washing.
Never wash down the appliance with
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a water hose! Risk of electric shock!
Always disconnect from the mains by
unplugging before cleaning.
• Never touch the plug with wet hands.
Never pull on the cable to unplug, always pull on the plug only.
Do not operate the appliance if the
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power cable or power cable plug is
faulty or the appliance shows any other faults! Risk of electric shock!
• For malfunctions that cannot be resolved by following the information in
these operating instructions:
Turn off the machine, pull the plug,
close the water tap and contact the
customer service centre.
Never attempt to repair the machine
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by yourself. This may put your life and
the lives of others in danger.
Only authorised electricians, such as
our customer service staff, are permitted to repair electrical appliances.
If there are children in your household...
• Keep children away from the machine.
Electrical appliances are not toys.
• Pull out the plug when the machine in
not in use.
• Keep the loading door closed when
you leave the room.
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Disposal
Where to dispose of the packaging?
Packaging material can be dangerous
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to children. Keep the packaging material out of reach of children, or dispose
it of according to instructions.
The packing is made of materials which
can be recycled.
• Separate the packing material by type:
– Styropor
lection as potential recyclable;
– Wooden parts go into bulky refuse.
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parts and film go for col-
Installation
Removing the transportion locks
Before the washing machine is operat-
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ed, the transit bars must be removed!
The machine will otherwise be damaged.
Tool needed:
10 mm spanner.
The packing is not to be disposed of in
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the regular household refuse!
What to do with the old machine?
Dispose of your old appliance in an environmentally friendly manner.
• Ask you dealer or your local refuse collection service how to best dispose of
your old appliance.
Before disposing old machine, pull out
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the mains plug, cut through the the
mains lead and make the door lock
unusable – so as not to pose a risk to
children.
1. Loosen all five bolts with the spanner
until they turn freely.
2. Remove the transport bolts by turning
them slightly.
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If, for example, the washing machine
and a dryer are stacked upon each
other, they can – when loaded – have
a total weight of up to 180 kg.
Important:
• Do not stand appliance on the power
cable.
• Keep at least 1cm distance to walls of
other furniture.
• Place the machine on a firm surface,
never on a long-pile carpet or similar
surface.
3. Place the five covers (from the accessories bag) onto the openings in the
rear panel and use a suitable tool
(such as the handle of a screw driver)
to push them into place. The smaller
cover is intended for the top-mot
opening.
Store the transit bars in a safe place.
• They will be required if the washing
machine is to be transported again
(e.g. if you move house).
Never transport the appliance without
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installed transit bars!
The right location of installation
Install the appliance in a stable, level position in frost-free surroundings.
If there is danger of frost, drain all re-
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maining water (see "Care and maintenance").
The floor must have sufficient load-
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carrying capacity!
Levelling the machine
Don't use a tool to loosen the lock
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nuts to avoid damaging them.
1. Loosen the lock nuts on the feet.
2. Adjust the feet until the machine is
level and stands steady.
3. Important: Retighten all lock nuts.
Connecting the water supply
The machine can be connected to water
taps with 3/4 inch BSP thread.
Important:
• Bear the permissible water pressure in
mind (see "Technical specifications").
Attach a pressure reducing valve if water pressure is higher.
• Do not connect to a water heater (instantaneous water heater or unpressurised boiler), as the water pressure is
insufficient.
• Check with customer service for hose
extensions. Do not use homemade extensions with hose clamps or similar!
• Use only the new hose supplied with
the machine, not an old existing one!
• Ensure that there are no sharp bends
in the hose!
Do not use a tool to tighten.
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1. If not already attached, manually
screw the bent end of the supply hose
tightly onto the rear panel of the machine (not in case of Aquasafe+).
2. Screw the Aquasafe or Aquasafe+ (depending on the model) at the end of
the supply hose tightly onto the water
tap by hand.
nect it permanently to a drain pipe (siphon
trap).
Important:
• Do not run the drain hose higher than
100 cm above floor level for the suds
pump to be able to pump out. Don't
go below the minimal height of
40 cm, otherwise water will come out.
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The Aquasafe or Aquasafe+ (depend-
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ing on model) turns off the water supply should a leakage occur in your
hose.
3. Turn the water tap all the way on and
check all connections for leaks; turn
the water tap off again. Correct the
position of seals and screw couplings,
if necessary.
Connecting the water drain
You can hang the drain hose over the edge
of a wash basin, sink or bathtub – or con-
• The water must be able to run off unhindered. Washbasins with a small
drain are not suitable.
• The end of the hose must not immerge in the pumped-out water.
• Check with customer service for hose
extensions. Do not use homemade extensions with hose clamps or similar!
• Use only the new hose supplied with
the machine, not an old existing one!
• Ensure that there are no sharp bends
in the hose!
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Fastening the hose holder:
1. Pull the holder included in delivery
over the end of the hose.
2. Hand the drain hose with the holder
over the edge of the basin or tub and
secure it from sliding off – e.g. by fastening it with a chain around the water tap.
Permanent connection to a siphon trap:
A qualified plumber should attach the
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hose to prevent the hose from slipping
off. There is a risk of flooding.
Electrical connection
Connect the appliance to a properly installed earthed outlet, which is protected
by a fuse of adequate capacity.
Important:
• The connection must conform to the
applicable regulations in your country
and those set by your electricity
board.
• The power cable plug must be accessible after installation.
• Voltage and rated fuse protection is
specified on the type plate located on
the back of the loading door.
• The stated voltage must match with
your mains voltage.
• Connection by extension cables or
trailing sockets is not permitted.
A damaged power cable must be re-
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placed by a qualified electrician.
Unless the appliance has been repaired it must not be operated! Risk of
electric shock!
Language selection
The language in which the washing programmes and messages are displayed 13
can be changed after the machine is
switched on.
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1. Press 12 button.
2. Turn the knob, until the setting function appears on the display.
There is no programme duration dis-
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played for this function, so it is easy to
recognise in every language.
3. Press 12 button.
4. Turn the knob, until the desired language is displayed.
5. Press >Start/Pause< button to accept
the language setting.
6. Press 21 button to go back to programme selection.
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