Defy Appliances 720W, 720M User Manual

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INDEX

INSTALLATION

• Packaging

• Transport fittings

• Levelling

• Water connection

• Water drainage

• Electrical connection

DETERGENT DRAWER
CONTROL PANEL
FEATURES

• Quick Wash button

• Rinse plus

• Anti creasing

• Spin speed selection

• Rinse and hold

• Wash programme selector

• Door

HELPFUL HINTS
OPERATING THE MACHINE

• Sorting the laundry

• Loading the machine

• Washing

OPERATING NOTES

• On / Off

• Safety lock

• Unloading the machine

• Auxiliary function selection

• Programme progress display

• Adding additional laundry

• Time display

• Programme cancelling

WASH PROGRAMME GUIDE
CARE AND MAINTENANCE

• Detergent dispenser

• Siphon

• Cleaning the pump filter

• General cleaning

• The water intake filters

• Hoses

• Drum

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITY
PROBLEM WASHING CHECK LIST
TROUBLE SHOOTING
INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS
SERVICE CENTRES
WARRANTY
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

You can rely on Defy

OWNER’S MANUAL

Maximaid 720m

Maximaid 720w

ELECTRONIC

AUTOMATIC WASHING MCHINE

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Thank you for choosing Defy

You are now the proud owner of one of the finest and most
modern washing machines that today’s technology can pro­duce. You and your Maximaid are going to make a great team
together. But first it will pay if you really get to know each
other. This book will tell you all you need to know about your
machine, what it will do and how to do it. Please read all the
instructions carefully before operating the machine.

Installation

Packaging

All packaging must be removed from the machine.

Transport fittings

The wash drum is secured during transport to prevent damage.

Before using the machine, remove the transport fittings as follows:

1. Using a suitable spanner, loosen the four transport bolts ( C ) by turning them in an
anti-clockwise direction until the bolts can be partially withdrawn.

2. Remove the bolts and the rubber bushes by pulling outwards. An up and down ac­tion together with a little dishwashing liquid will ease the removal.

3. Insert the plastic plugs ( P ) supplied with the machine into the holes vacated by
the transport fittings.

Note:

To prevent damage, the machine should be transported with the transport
fittings securely in place.

Note:

Never place the machine on a carpet. This could prevent air circulation and
cause electrical components in the machine to overheat.

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Levelling

1. The machine must stand firmly on the floor. Any instability will negatively affect
its performance.

2. The machine has two adjustable feet at the front.

3. To level the machine, loosen the plastic lock nuts on the adjustable feet.

4. Rotate the feet until the machine stands firm and level.

5. Tighten the lock nuts firmly.

6. Caution : Never remove the lock nuts and feet from the machine.

NOT LEVELLED NOT LOCKED

LEVELLED
AND LOCKED

FLOOR

Connecting to the cold water supply

1. The water supply should deliver 8 to 80 litres per minute.

2. Sealing washers are supplied and these should be fitted at
either end of the inlet hose.

3. Secure the angled end of the inlet hose to the water inlet at
the rear of the machine and the straight end to a 3/4 inch
BSP cold water tap.

4. Tighten both connections, open the tap and check for leaks.

5. We recommend that the tap be closed when the machine is
not in use.

Water drainage
Draining into a dedicated outlet pipe (A)

1. The outlet pipe must have an inside diameter

B

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of at least 40 mm.

2. The end of the pipe must be positioned between
400 mm. and 1000 mm. above floor level.

3. Secure the hooked end of the drain hose into

A

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the outlet pipe.

A

Draining into a sink or bath (B)

1. The drain hose may be hooked over the edge
of a sink or bath in such a way that the end can
not be immersed in the collected waste water.

2. The outlet end of the hose must be between 400 mm. and 1000 mm. above floor
level.

Please note: The outlet hose must be kept free of kinks or restrictions as these will hinder

the operation of the machine.

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Electrical connection

1. The power cord must be connected to a 15 amp earthed wall socket

2. Do not connect the machine through a double adaptor. It requires a
dedicated power point

3. If the power cord should ever need replacing, use only a genuine
cord ( Type ‘X’) available from the nearest Defy Service Centre.

The appliance must be earthed and the manufacturer and seller do not accept
responsibility for any damage due to incorrect electrical connection.

The detergent drawer

1. Open the drawer.

2. Place detergent and softener in the appropriate
compartment of the dispenser drawer, in accor­dance with the instructions on the manufac­turer’s pack

3. Detergent and additives will automatically be
released at the appropriate time during the
wash cycle.

NOTE:

Use only low foam detergents specifically designed
for front loading washing machines.

(l) Detergent for Pre-wash
(ll) Detergent for Main wash
(c) Fabric softener
(d) Siphon

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The control panel

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1. Programme selection knob

2. Quick wash

3. Prewash

4. Programme progress display

5. Remaining time display

6. On / Off button

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7. Detergent drawer

8. Door open button

9. Rinse plus

10. Anti creasing

11. Spin speed selection

12. Start / Pause / Cancel button

13. Time delay adjustment button.

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Features

Quick Wash button

Selecting this feature will shorten the wash time for lightly soiled fabrics. Quick wash

may be used for cotton and synthetic programmes at temperatures below 60°C.

Rinse Plus

Selecting this feature will adds an extra rinse to the was cycle. This is particularly use-

ful for removing any residual detergent from absorbent fabrics.

Anti Creasing

Fewer articles of clothing should be loaded when selecting this function. Which en­ables special wash and spinning profiles to minimise creasing and wrinkles. This sig­nificantly reduces the amount of ironing required afterwards.

Spin speed selection

The desired spin speed may be selected up to a maximum of 1200 rpm. If you do not
require any spinning, select the NO SPIN option.

Rinse and Hold

Selecting this feature will stop the machine during the final rinse cycle with water in
the tub. This prevents drip-dry, permanent press and wool articles from creasing
caused by waiting in a ‘dry’ machine before being removed. To complete the pro­gramme, press the START / PAUSE / CANCEL button, select the desired spin speed
and press the START / PAUSE / CANCEL button once more.

Detergent dispenser

The detergent dispenser has 3 compartments.( see page 4).

Use only low foam detergents specifically designed for front loading automatic wash­ing machines. Dose as per the manufacturer’s recommendations on the detergent pack.

Dosage may vary according to wash load, dirt and water hardness.

Wash programme selector.

Turn the knob to select the desired programme.

Door

Open the door by pushing the
DOOR OPEN button.
Close the door by pushing firmly until it clicks

into place.

Note:
The door locks during the wash cycle.
Switch the machine off and allow 1 to 2 minutes for the safety lock to disengage.
Thereafter the door may be opened.

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Helpful hints

• Sort washing by material type.

• Adhere to garment label washing instructions.

• Fasten zips to prevent them snagging other articles.

• Mend loose seams and tears before washing.

• Secure all loose buttons.

• Empty all pockets of coins and loose objects.

• Secure or remove brassiere wires.

• Wash small articles such as socks, handkerchiefs and delicate underwear in a wash

bag or pillow slip. This will prevent tangling.

• Treat any stains before washing.

• Test fabrics for colourfastness before washing.

• Wash new denim separately as colours may run.

• Wash new bulky articles such as quilts and sleeping bags individually. For best re-

sults use the WOOL programme.

• Do not wash articles which have been soaked in paint, petrol, thinners, or other

flammable liquids.

• Do not wash rubberised articles such as rain coats and training shoes.

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Operating the machine

Sorting the laundry

Sort the laundry in one of the following groups:

1. White cotton and linen as well as robust colourfast fabrics.

2. Synthetics and synthetic blends as well as non colourfast fabrics.

3. Delicate fabrics such as silks and rayon.

4. Wool.

Loading the machine

• It is important not to overload the machine as this will prevent it from washing prop-

erly. You should be able to fit a hand between the top of the drum and the wash load
in the drum.

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