Daewoo DW-160C User Manual

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DESCRIPTION OF P ARTS

! WA TER GUIDE KNOB

During washing, WATER GUIDE KNOB should be selected
to wash.

During spin rinsing, WATER GUIDE KNOB should be
selected to spin.

@ WASH TIMER

Use to select the desired time for washing or rinsing.

# WASH ACTION

This is used to select wash action.

$ VALVE SELECTOR

Select “WASH • RINSE” for washing and rinsing, and
“DRAIN” to drain the water.

“OFF” to turm off drain pump (Only Pump model)

% SPIN TIMER

Use to select the desired time for spinning.

CONTROL P ANEL

Wash Spin

Wash Timer

15

12

9

6

3

0

Wash Action

Normal

Soft

Spin Timer

5

4

3

2

1

0

Off

Wash-Rinse

Valve Selector

Drain

WA TER DRAIN HOSE

(PUMP MODEL)

PULSATOR

BASE UNDER

OVERFLOW FILTER

SPIN DOOR

When you open this lid while
the spin basket is spinning,
the spinning will be stopped
by brake system.

LINT FILTER

This is used for gathering the
dregs which are made during

washing.

WASH DOOR

During operation, close the

wash door.

POWER CORD

The plug’s shape may not
correspond with this drawing.

SAFETY COVER
INNER CORER
SPIN DRYER

BASKET.

WA TER DRAIN HOSE
(NON-PUMP MODEL)

WASH TUB

!#@$%

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■ WASH

! Before starting washing, check followings.

Lay the drain hose down toward a sink hole.
(In case no drain pump model)
Place the drain hose in sink or bath.
(In case drain pump model)
Connect the water supply hose and open the water tap.
Connect the power cord to the power supply outlet.

@

Set theWASH ACTION SELECTOR to the desired mode.

#

Set theVALVE SELECTOR to “WASH • RINSE”.
(In case drain pump model “WASH • RINSE” OR “OFF”)

■ RINSE

! Set the VALVE SELECTOR to “WASH • RINSE”.

(In case drain pump model “WASH • RINSE” or “OFF”)

@

Supply the proper amount of water.

#

Set theWASH TIMER 2~3 minutes.

■ OVER FLOW RINSE

! Set the VALVE SELECTOR to “WASH • RINSE”.

@

Keep suppling water. (Adjust water pressure to ensure
that the amount of supplied dose not exceed the
amount of drain.)

#

Set theWASH TIMER 6~8 minutes.

■ SPIN RINSE(ADDITIONAL COURSE)

After rinsing you can select this course for more effective rinse.

! Load the laundry evenly into the spin basket.

@

Cover the laundry with safety cover and close the inner
cover.

#

Close the spin door.

$

Set theWATER GUIDE KNOB to “SPIN”.

■ SPIN DRY

!

Transfer the landry into the spin basket and arrange it evenly.

@

Be sure to put the safety cover and close the inner
cover.

#

Close the spin door.

$

Set the SPIN TIMER1~5 minutes.

■ TO WASH

$

Set theWATER GUIDE KNOB to “WASH”.

%

Fill water in the wash tub up to the indicated water
level and add detergent.(See page 5)

^

Load laundryin the wash tub.

&

Put the wash door.

*

Set theWASH TIMER 1~15 minutes.

(

After washing,set the VALVE SELECTOR to “DRAIN”
for drain.

$ Drain the water.

Set the VALVE SELECTOR to “DRAIN”.

%

Repeat this cycle until drain water is clean.
(2~3 cycles)

$ As soon as the WASH TIMER shuts off or the rinsing

water became clear, turn off the water tap.

% Drain the water.

Set the VALVE SELECTOR to “DRAIN”.

% Supply water for about 1 minute.

Adjust the water flow not to overflow to the side of the
wash tub.

^

After water supply, Set the SPIN TIMER 1~2 minutes.

&

Repeat %~^, if you want.

WASHING PROCEDURE

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■ Be sure that the washer is grounded.

To avoid electrical shock, use a metal pipe for the ground
connection.
But, do not ground the washer with gas pipes or telephone
lines to avoid dangers of explosion or lightning strike.

■ Do not put your hands into the spin dryer

basket when it is spinning.

Your fingers can be caught by spinning laundry and
damaged.

■ Never allow children to operate or play

with the washer .

Children playing with the washer may accidentally fall into
the washing tub.

■ Disconnect the power cord from the power

supply when not in use.

■ Ventilation

openings must not be obstructed by

carpeting when the washing machine is installed on a
carpeted floor.

■ T urn off the SPIN Timer immediatelywhen the

spin dryer makes noise and vibration excessively during
spinning.

■

Put the wash door on washing machine when
you wash laundries. It is possible to over flow if
wash door is not put on wash machine.

CAUTIONS

■ Don’t use excessively hot water.

(Below 50°C)

Plastic parts may be deformed or damaged.
Also, clothing may be deformed or decolored.

■ Before washing, check all pockets.

If nails or pins remain in pockets, they may damage the
washer or clothes.

■ Close the water tap a little if the water

pressure is too high.

■ Be sure to cover with the safety cover on

laundry before spinning.

This prevents laundry from being tossed out and damaged.

■ T o avoid water splashes, close the wash

door.

■ Maintain water pressure under 1kg/cm

2

during water feeding and spinning. It is
possible to overflow under high pressure.

■ Do not use overflow rinse when the laundry

weight more than 3kg, because the water
may flow over the wash tub.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN OPERA TING

■ Make sure that electric connector is set for your

available voltage before operating the washing machine.

■ This unit is set for 220V. (~240V)

■ If you want to change the voltage, remove the back cover

and reset the connector as figures.

ELECTRIC CONNECTION

(ONL Y FOR DUAL VOLT AGE MODEL)

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INST ALLATION

■

LOCATION & ENVIRONMENT

Leave some space.

Space at least 10cm between the washer and the wall.

Place washer on a sturdy and flat surface.

If the washer is placed on an uneven or weak surface,
noise or vibration may be occurred.
(Allowable inclination is max. 2°)

Never install the washer near water.

Do not place the washer in steamy rooms or where the
washer is directly exposed to rain.
Moisture may destroy the electrical insulation and cause
an electric shock hazard.

Avoid direct sunlight or heating devices.

As plastic and electrical components are affected by direct
heat, never place the washer near heater, boilers, etc..
Do not place it under direct sunlight.

Avoid cold place.

Do not place or store the washer below 0°C(32°F) to avoid
any damage from freezing.

■

INLET HOSE SETTING

Attach the water inlet hose to the water inlet located near
WATER GUIDE KNOB.

■

DRAIN HOSE SETTING

! Connect the drain hose to the drain outlet at the rear

side of your washer.

@ The other end of drain hose setting toward the bath

or sinkhole.

# Install the drain hose under 85cm from the ground.

(In case DRAIN PUMPmodel)

85Cm

(NO DRAIN PUMP)

(PUMP)

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

■

CLEANING THE LINT FILTER

If the dregs are piled up in the lint filter after finishing the
wash, push down and pull it out as shown in figure.

■

CLEANING THE DRAIN STRAINER

In case of incomplete drain, remove the lint from the drain
Strainer with soft brush.

■

CLEANING THE OVER FLOW FILTER

Insert your fingers into the hole “A”
and then full the overflow filter
in the direction of arrow as shown

in the figure.

■

CLEANING THE WASH TUB

Fill water in the wash tub to “L” level,
then drain water from the wash tub
simultaneously with operating wash
cycle for 1~2 minutes.
Close the wash door.

■

CLEANING THE WASHER BODY

Wipe of stains on the base and the control panel with soft
cloth.
Do not use benzene, thinner, cleanser or wax.
(Painted surface or plastic parts will be damaged.)

Proper care of your washer can extend its life.

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Less than 10cm

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DIMENSIONS(WxDxH,mm) 884mmx542mmx1020mm(WxDxH)

WEIGHT 34 Kg (NON-PUMP MODEL) 35 Kg (PUMP MODEL)

WATER PRESSURE 0.2kg/cm

2

~3.0kg/cm2(2N/cm2~30N/cm2)

WATER CONSUMPTION LOW (60l), MID (70l), HIGH (80l)

POWER SOURCE REFER TO SPECIFICATION LABEL

RATING TIME Washing Continuous Spinning 15 minutes

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

SPECIFICA TIONS

LAUNDRY GUIDE

■

WASHING TIME & WASH ACTION TABLE

■

WHEN YOU PUT THE LAUNDRY INTO THE
SPIN BASKET

Press the laundry evenly and put the safety cover into the
spin basket drum as shown in figures.

The amount of detergent is average.
Follow the instructions printed on the package of detergent for
amount of detergent.
Choose the amount of detergent depending on the fabric type.

When you fill the water up in the wash tub,
refer the upper line of each marksd on the
overflow filter.

KIND OF CLOTHING

WASHING TIME WASH ACTION

Extremely soiled heavy fabric 10~15 minutes

NORMAL

Linen, cotton, etc. 8~10 minutes

Ordinary clothes (underwear, etc.)

7 minutes

Slightly soiled synthetic fabric 2~5 minutes

100% wool, mixed wool knitting,

SOFT

thin synthetic fabric with tags 2~5 minutes

indicating hand washing

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SPIN DRY TIME

TIME TYPE OF LAUNDRY

1 min. thin (synthetic fabric)
1~2 min. wool
3~5 min. cotton

5 min. thick (cotton)

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WA TER LEVEL & DETERGENT

AMOUNT OF DET. WATER LEVEL

60 g LOW (60l)
70 g MID (70l)
80 g HIGH (80l)

TROUBLE CHECK POINT

The washer

Check the power cord is connected

does not work.

to a power outlet well.
Power stoppage?

Clothes will not

Is the laundry overloaded?

move freely.
Incomplete spinning Is the laundry arranged evenly?

TROUBLE CHECK POINT

Is the drain filter clogged with lint?

Incomplete draining

Power stoppage?

The spin dryer Is the spin dryer lid closed
basket will not run. completely?

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* Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

WARNING

■ Against humidity

Don’t install your washer at the place of

extremely high humidity.

It could cause an electric shock or short

circuit.

■ Never splash water on the control panel or
cabinet.

■ If your washer is installed in the area
subject to freeze, ensure that it is
completely drained after use.

■ The appliance is not intended for use by
young children or infirm persons without
supervision.

Young children should be supervised to

ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.

■ If the supply cord is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer or its service
agent or a similarly qualified person in order
to avoid a hazard.

If the appliance is supplied from a cord

extension set or electrical portable outlet
device it should be positioned so it is not
subjected to splashing or ingress of
moisture.

WELCOME!

THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING THIS
WASHING MACHINE

SOME FEATURES ARE:

■ Super big size tub that lets the laundry
rotate up and down easily. Especially
blanket, long skirt and blue jean.

■ Spin rinse function that helps rinsing.

■ Wash door that can be hanged on the side.

■ Under base that is partitioned effectively, so

prevents rat(mouse) and noise.

■ Lint filter that seperates lint from the
laundry.

■ Energy saving design that reduces electrical
consumption.

WASHING MACHINE
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model : DW-160C