Hitachi BD-W3500 Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

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Front Loading Washer Dryer

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Model

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Please read the “Safety Precautions” carefully to ensure
proper use of the machine.

(P. 10 to 14)

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(Čúņē

108

÷ėæ

112

)

Thank you for purchasing the Hitachi Front Loading
Washer Dryer.

Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper
operation of the machine.

Be sure to keep this manual along with the Warranty
Card, the Basic Operation Guide, the Installation
Instructions, and the Installation Check Sheet for Front
Loading Washer Dryer (Installation Confirmation Sheet)
for future reference.

Operating Instructions

ãĚŅĂĘĎàēĄĠéņæēú

Front Loading Washer Dryer

ĝãĄĘĥĎæêĒàýņē ĎûýņēþēČúņē

Model

ĄęŅú

BD-W3500

Thank you for purchasing the Hitachi Front Loading
Washer Dryer.

Please read this manual carefully to ensure proper
operation of the machine.

Be sure to keep this manual along with the Warranty
Card, the Basic Operation Guide, the Installation
Instructions, and the Installation Check Sheet for Front
Loading Washer Dryer (Installation Confirmation Sheet)
for future reference.

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Đüĕåø

Please read the “Safety Precautions” carefully to ensure
proper use of the machine.

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ģ÷ňĐąŇĕèğĎĄĕēčĄ

“ãňĐåĊĆĆēĊĔèğāĚħĐåĊĕĄþĈĐ÷ăĔą”

(Čúņē

108

(P. 10 to 14)

÷ėæ

112

ġ÷ąĈēğĐĘą÷

)

ğāĚħĐĢĎňĠüŇĢéĊŇĕĢëňğåĆĚħĐè

Heat Recycle Wind Iron

ระบบการใชความรอนแบบหมุนเวียน

ระบบรีดดวยลมรอน

Hitachi Front Loading

Washer Dryer

เครื่องซักผา อบผาฝาหนา

English ġøă

CONTENTS

Before Use

z Features ...................................................................................................................... ................................................................ 4

z Preparation ................................................................................................................................................................................. 5

· Checking the installation ............................................................................................................................................................5

z Parts and Accessories ..............................................................................................................................................................6

z Control Panel Functions ............................................................................................................................................................ 8

z Safety Precautions .................................................................................................................................................................. 10

z Usage Precautions .................................................................................................................................................................. 15

z Before You Start Washing ....................................................................................................................................................... 16

z Washing and Drying Programs ............................................................................................................................................... 17

z Tips for Good Washing Results ..............................................................................................................................................18

· Preparing your laundry · Helpful hints · How to load the laundry into the drum .................................................................. 18, 19

· To ensure smooth spinning operation · Guides for laundry loads · Average weights for laundry

· Notes for using mesh laundr y bags .................................................................................................................................... 20, 21

z Tips for Good Drying Results.................................................................................................................................................. 22

· Selecting the right drying program for your laundry · Helpful hints · To reduce pills and static electricity ..................................22

· To reduce wrinkles · To reduce uneven drying · To prevent shrinking ....................................................................................... 23

z About the Wind Iron Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 24

· To reduce wrinkles · Examples of finished laundry ............................................................................................................. 24, 25

z Adding Detergent and Softener .............................................................................................................................................. 26

· Wash load detection and detergent indicators · Recommended amounts of detergent, softener, and bleach ...................26, 27

· How to add detergent, bleach, and softener ............................................................................................................................ 28

· Using laundr y starch ................................................................................................................................................................ 30

z Opening and Closing the Door ............................................................................................................................................... 31

· How to open and close the door · Opening the door during operation ...............................................................................31, 31

· Releasing the door lock ........................................................................................................................................................... 32

· Using the DOOR LOCK · Preventing the door from being closed .............................................................................................33

How to Use the Machine

z Washing .................................................................................................................................................................................... 34

· FUZZY · SPEEDY · HEAVY · FAVORITE · BLANKET · DELICATE · SOFT · Selecting the right program · How to star t

z Washing & Dr ying .................................................................................................................................................................... 36

· FUZZY · SPEEDY WASH & DRY · HEAVY · FAVORITE · SILENT · BLANKET · Selecting the right program · How to start

z Drying ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 38

· FUZZY · HEAVY · SILENT · BLANKET · STATIC DRY · Selecting the right program · How to start

z BLANKET Program (WASH, WASH DRY, DRY) .....................................................................................................................40

· Preparation · How to install or remove the washing cap · How to start ............................................................................. 40~35

z DELICATE Program (WASH) .................................................................................................................................................... 44

· Preparation · Notes on laundry · How to start · After washing is finished ...........................................................................44~47

z STATIC DRY Program (DRY) ...................................................................................................................................................48

· How to start · Items that can be dried · After drying is finished ......................................................................................... 48, 49

z Using the CLEAN Function - DEODORANT ...........................................................................................................................50

· Items that can be cleaned in the [DEODORANT] program · How to start ........................................................................... 50, 51

z Using the CLEAN Function – TUB CLEAN / TUB DRY ..........................................................................................................52

· Selecting the right program · About the [TUB CLEAN] program · About the [TUB DRY] program · How to start ...............52, 53

z Creating Your Own Program ...................................................................................................................................................54

· How to start · Selecting the right program · How to change the program settings .............................................................54, 55

z Partial Operation of the FUZZY Program ............................................................................................................................... 56

·

WASHJRINSEJSPIN · WASH only · WASHJRINSE · WASHJSPIN · RINSE only · RINSEJSPIN · DRAIN only, SPIN only

· How to start .............................................................................................................................................................................56

z Using the DELAY START Function ..........................................................................................................................................58

· How to change the delay time · How to start .....................................................................................................................58, 59

z Full Auto Operation and Changeable Settings ......................................................................................................................60

z Other Settings .......................................................................................................................................................................... 64

· Changing or disabling the operation start/finish sounds · Disabling the 10-minute warning sound ....................................64, 64

· Using the [HOT WASH] function to remove stubborn stains .....................................................................................................65

· Reducing uneven or over-dry drying results

· Settings that can be changed via the [DELAY START] button

· Washing thoroughly in low-temperature environments (temperature sensor control) ................................................................ 67

· Reducing vibration and noise during [WASH DRY] operations .................................................................................................68

· Reducing vibration and noise during spin or speeding up startup ............................................................................................ 68

· Disabling the Tangle-Free Finish function after spin operations ................................................................................................69

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66
66

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· Maintaining softness after drying operations (Soft Guard) ........................................................................................................ 69

· Changing the dehumidification mode ....................................................................................................................................... 70

Maintenance

· Lint filter ................................................................................................................................................................................... 71

· Dry filter · Dry filter port ...................................................................................................................................................... 73, 74

· Detergent dispenser · Detergent dispenser port · Main body and drum ............................................................................. 75, 76

· Water supply inlet ..................................................................................................................................................................... 77

· Water tap, one-touch joint, and water supply hose · Drain outlet ............................................................................................. 78

Troubleshooting

z Troubleshootin g .......................................................................................................................................................................79

· Error codes in the remaining time indicator .............................................................................................................................. 79

· Frequently encountered problems ............................................................................................................................................ 81

· Unusual sounds .......................................................................................................................................................................82

· Problems with particular parts of the machine .........................................................................................................................82

· Sounds and vibrations ....................................................................................................................................................................... 82, 83

· Water supply inlet · Drain outlet · Door · Drum ...................................................................................................................................83~85

· Power · [START] button · Detergent dispenser · Dry filter · Sound guides and warnings ...................................................................85~86

· Main body ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 87

· Problems during operations .....................................................................................................................................................88

· Operations .........................................................................................................................................................................................88, 89

· Operation times .................................................................................................................................................................................89, 90

· Problems in the control panel ................................................................................................................................................... 91

· Detergent indicator · Operation indicators · Remaining time indicator ............................................................................................... 91, 92

· Problems with washing results ................................................................................................................................................. 93

· Leftover detergent · Excessive lint · Insufficient cleaning · Darkening and yellowing · Color bleeding and discoloration.................... 93, 94

· Coarse textures · Odors · Uneven or insuf ficient drying ..................................................................................................................... 94, 95

· Wrinkles after drying ................................................................................................................................................................................96

z Miscellaneous .......................................................................................................................................................................... 97

· Draining the water before a move (or to prevent freezing) · If the machine freezes .................................................................... 97

z Optional Accessories ..............................................................................................................................................................98

z Specifications ..........................................................................................................................................................................99

Frequently encountered problems (P.81)

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The main features of your front loading washer dryer and

Features

tips for good washing and drying results are described
below. Please read them before using your machine.

Wind Iron

z High-speed airflow smoothes out wrinkles. Clothes are dried at lower

temperatures than with previous models, resulting in less shrinking of
delicate clothes.

z Clothes move freely inside the big drum while drying.
z A Jet Fan Motor generates the high-speed airflow, which blows through the

clothes to smooth out wrinkles.

Cleaning power

High-speed airflow

 3D Sensor Control Wash

z The 3D vibration sensor maximizes

the beat washing effect by
controlling the drum rotation speed
using a revolution sensor.
(This function is used during the
[FUZZY], [SPEEDY WASH & DRY],
[SPEEDY], [HEAVY], [FAVORITE],
and [SOFT] programs.)

Energy saving

 Heat Recycle Drying

1

Main motor

Heavy laundry

Jeans,
sweatpants,
etc.

Light laundry

Shirts, aprons,
etc.

3

Eco Vent

2

Jet Fan

Increased
drum rotation
speed

Laundry does not lift. Improved beat washing

effect.

Decreased
drum rotation
speed

Laundry does not drop.

1

Recycled heat from the main motor

Heat generated from the main motor is
transferred into the drum to raise the
temperature.

2

Recycled heat from the Jet Fan

In addition to heat from the heater,
compressed heat from the Jet Fan, which
generates high-speed airflow, and heat from
the Jet Fan Motor are used as hot air during
drying.

3

Recycled heat via the Eco Vent

Air warmed by the main motor and heater
enters the Eco Vent (open-close type inlet),
which is set along the drying pipeline, and is
reused as warm air during drying.
(This function is not used during the
[SILENT], [DRY (10 MIN)], and [DEODORANT]
programs.)

Improved beat washing
effect.

4

Preparation

If problems occur during use,

see (P.79 to 96).

Checking the installation

If you have any problems with the installation, contact your dealer or the service technician that
performed installation.

Reasons for water leakage

z Are you using Hitachi’s new one-touch joint

(supplied) for the connection to the tap? (P.6)
z Is the connection to the tap loose?
z Is the union nut firmly connected to the

machine? (Installation Instructions)

Reasons for abnormal drainage

z Is the drain hose elevated more than 10 cm

above the ground?

z Is the drain hose firmly attached to the drain

outlet? (Installation Instructions)

The drain hose must not be elevated more than
10 cm when going over a threshold, for example,
and its total length must be 2 m or less.

Features / Preparation

Reasons for stops and abnormal sounds
and vibration during the spin cycle

z Is the machine installation level?
z Is the air bubble in the spirit level inside the

circle? (Installation Instructions)

Circle

Air
bubble

Ú View the spirit level

from directly above.

10 cm or less

2 m or less

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Parts and Accessories

 The numbers in parentheses indicate pages for reference. (P. XX)

Detergent dispenser (P.28, 75)

Liquid detergent / liquid bleach inlet (right back side)

Powder detergent / powder bleach inlet (left side)

Softener inlet (right front side)

Handle

Drum

5-Ply Liquid Load Balancer

Lifter

Ú Moving liquid can be heard when the drum is rotated.

This is the liquid inside the 5-Ply Liquid Load Balancer
that acts as a balance during the spin cycle. This is
not residual water that has been left in the drum.

Lint filter (P.71, 72)

Filter

Filter lid

Rubber seal

Knob

Supplied accessories (refer to the Installation Instructions)

Used when the drain

Used when connecting to the tap

One-touch joint Water supply

hose

(approx. 1.5 m)

outlet hole is too small

(outlet diameter:

48 mm or less)

Hose piece

(Installation

Instructions)

L-Pipe and

adhesive

(Installation

Instructions)

Used for leveling

the machine

Foot caps

(for adjusting height)

6mm

3mm

Used when cleaning

the dry filter port

Suction nozzle

(P.74)

(1 piece) (1 piece) (1 piece) (1 piece)(4 pieces)

(1 each)

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Water
supply inlet

(P.77)

Control
panel

Door

Dry filter (P.73, 74)

Top

Handle

Bottom

Filter B

POWER buttons

Power plug

Power cord

Drain hose supports
(holes)

(on left and right sides)

Parts and Accessories

Filter A

Door stopper

Adjustable feet

(Installation Instructions)

(You can adjust the height of the right front foot.)

Used to cover the holes
after the transport bolts

are removed

Cover caps

(Installation Instructions)

Used when installing or

removing transport bolts

Spanner for

transport bolts

(Installation Instructions)

Used to secure the

drum during transport

or installation

Transport bolts

(Installation Instructions)

Door lock

Door bellows

Drain hose

(Installation Instructions)

Used for determining
whether the machine

is level

Spirit level

(Installation Instructions)

Used before securing the

drain hose connector

English

Hose clip

(Installation Instructions)

(2 pieces) (1 piece) (2 pieces) (1 piece) (1 piece)

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Control Panel Functions

Change the cycle settings (P.55, 60, 61)

Combine and change [WASH], [RINSE], [SPIN],
and [DRY] cycle settings.

z Press [PAUSE] after the machine starts to change

the settings. Settings cannot be changed after the
[WASH] cycle finishes.
Ú The settings cannot be changed when only the

[WASH] cycle is used.

z The settings cannot be changed for some programs.

Detergent indicator

(P.26)

Indicates the suggested amount
of detergent to use.

Use the HOT WASH function (P.65)

Blow hot air onto laundry to
activate the detergent for more
complete cleaning.

z The [HOT WASH] indicator lights

when set, and blinks during
operation.

z This function cannot be used during

the [BLANKET] and [DELICATE]
programs and during [DRY] and
[CLEAN] operations.

Set the DOOR LOCK (P.33)

Prevent children from opening the
door.

z The indicator lights when this is

set.

Remaining time and delay

indicators (P.26, 58)

Indicates the remaining time
after operation starts, or
displays the delay time with
each press of the [DELAY
START] button.

After starting, only the [DELAY]
indicator is lit.

DOOR LOCK

Use the DELAY START

function (P.58, 59)

Set the machine to finish
operation 3 to 12 hours later
in 1-hour increments.

z Delay times cannot be set for

some programs.

z [DRY] operations and [CLEAN]

programs cannot be delayed.

 Examples of indicator displays during operation ( indicates blinking)

[WASH (30 MIN)]
in progress

[RINSE (2 times)]
in progress

Ú During the defoaming operation, water for defoaming is injected

from the front side of the drum after first draining the water (for
up to 15 minutes).

[SPIN (4 MIN)] in progress

Defoaming in progress
(display rotates during
[WASH] cycle) (P.91)

8

Soft Guard operation in
progress

An error has occurred
(e.g., [C08])

Drying operation on standby

(P.92)

Tangle-Free Finish operation
in progress (P.92)

Status indicators (P.31, 32, 71 to 74)

z Lights or blinks when the door is locked.(door lock)

z Lights or blinks when the inside of the drum is hot.HIGH (temperature)

Control Panel Functions

DRY FILTER

LINT FILTER

WIND IRON

z Blinks when the dry filter is clogged or after every 25 times the [WASH DRY] and [DRY] operations are used.

z Blinks when the lint filter is not attached properly or clogged, or after every 30 times the [WASH]

and [WASH DRY] operations are used.

z Lights when a program that uses the Wind Iron function is selected. Blinks during Wind Iron

operation.

Select a program (P.34 to 55)

Cycle through (i.e., light) the selectable programs
for each operation by pressing the [WASH], [WASH
DRY], [DRY], or [CLEAN] button.

z The selectable programs differ for each operation.

Power buttons (P.79)

Turn the power on or off.

z If you turn the power on and do not start an operation

within 10 minutes, the power will turn off automatically
(Auto Power Off).

z The power turns off automatically after an operation

finishes.

START/PAUSE button (P.31, 32)Adjust the level of drying (P.66)

Adjust the level of drying to one of three
levels: [EXTRA], [REGULAR], or [MILD].

z The factory default setting is [REGULAR].

Start or pause an operation.

z Even if you press [PAUSE] during a drying

operation, you cannot open the door until the inside
of the drum has cooled.

z Make sure that the door is closed before

pressing the button. Failure to do so may result in
malfunction of the machine.

Buttons that function differently when held for 3 to 5 seconds after turning on the power

Turn the Tangle-Free Finish function
on or off.

Change the operation start/finish
sound.

Turn the Soft Guard function on or
off.

(P.69) Turn the pre-finish sound on or off. (P.64)

x Turn the temperature sensor control on

(P.64)

(P.69)

or off.

x Adjust the spin speed during [WASH

DRY] operations.

x Adjust the spin startup conditions.

Change the dehumidification mode (Air /
Water Cooling).

(P.67,

68)

(P.70)

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Safety Precautions

To prevent injuries to yourself and others or damage to property, please read the following
precautions thoroughly. In addition, read the notes in this manual carefully to ensure proper use of the
machine.

 Meanings of listed precautions

The following symbols indicate the severity of injury or damage in cases where the machine is
used improperly.

Symbol examples

WARNING

Indicates that death or serious
injury may occur.

Indicates WARNING or CAUTION
information.

Indicates a prohibited action.

CAUTION

Indicates that minor injuries or
damage to property may occur.

WARNING

Power plug and power cord

z Use a dedicated 220-240VAC outlet with a capacity of 10 A or higher.

Sharing an outlet with other appliances may cause the outlet to overheat and result in fire.

z Wipe off any dust that accumulates on the blades of the power plug or the contact

surfaces.

Failure to do so may result in fire.

z Hold the body of the power plug firmly when disconnecting the plug.

Failure to do so may cause electrical shock or short circuits and result in fire.

z If the power cord is damaged, it must only be replaced by the authorized service agent

or repairing shops appointed by the manufacturer in order to avoid a hazard.

z If the machine does not operate, emits smoke or unusual odors, or otherwise

operates abnormally, disconnect the power cord immediately and consult a service
representative to request inspection or repair.

Failure to do so may cause electrical shock, electrical leakage, or short circuits, and result in fire.

z Disconnect the power plug when performing maintenance on the machine or when not

using the machine for prolonged periods.

Failure to do so may result in electrical shock or injuries.

z Do not connect or disconnect the power plug with wet hands.

Doing so may result in electrical shock.

z Do not use power cords or power plugs that are damaged or loose power outlets.

Doing so may result in electrical shock, short circuits, or fire.

z Do not scratch, modify, forcibly bend, pull, twist, place heavy objects on, pinch, or

otherwise damage the power cord.

A damaged power cord may result in fire.

z Do not overload the power outlet by using a splitter, for example.

Doing so may result in fire.

z Do not use an extension cord.

Doing so may cause overheating and result in fire.

Indicates an action that must be
performed.

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Installation

z Do not install the machine in damp locations, such as a bathroom, or in locations

exposed to rain.

Doing so may cause electrical shock or electrical leakage and result in fire.

z Do not install the machine on a wheeled platform or other unstable surface.

Doing so may cause the machine to move or fall over by vibration during operations.

z Carpet does not obstruct the openings for washing machines with ventilation openings

in the base.

Laundry and detergent

z Do not dry clothes to which vegetable oil, animal oil, machine oil, dry-cleaning oil,

cosmetic oil (massage oil, beauty treatment oil, etc.), benzene, thinner, gasoline,
or resin (cellulose) has adhered, or clothes made of polypropylene fiber, even after
washing. In addition, do not dry items that contain sponge-like materials.

Doing so may cause natural combustion of the oil and materials.

z Do not add excessive amount of detergent.

Use the recommended amounts of detergent, referring to the detergent indicator. Failure to do so may
cause excessive foaming and malfunction of the machine, and result in leakage of water and foam
from the machine or drain outlet and electrical shock.

WARNING

Safety Precautions

During and after operation

z Do not insert your hand into the laundry until the drum stops spinning completely.

Your hand may get caught in the laundry and injuries may result, even during gentle spinning. In
particular, keep children away during operation.

z Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are

quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

When near the machine

z Keep flammable materials away from the drum.

(Flammable materials include kerosene, gasoline, benzene, thinner, alcohol, and
laundry on which such substances have adhered.)

Failure to do so may result in fire.

z Keep candles, incense, cigarettes, and other sources of fire away from the machine.

Failure to do so may result in fire.

z Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
z Do not allow children to enter the drum. Do not allow children to operate the machine.

Children may get trapped inside the drum and asphyxiate, or get burned, shocked, or otherwise
injured.

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Safety Precautions (continued)

WARNING

Miscellaneous

z Remove the door before disposing the machine.

Children may get trapped in the machine. Loosen the screws and remove the door.

z Keep the supplied spirit level and plastic packaging away from children.

Children may accidentally swallow the spirit level or place the packaging on their head and asphyxiate.

z The appliance is not to be used 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.

z Do not dismantle, repair, or modify the machine.

Doing so may result in electrical shock, fire, or injuries. (Consult a service representative.)

z Do not splash water directly onto the machine when performing maintenance.

Doing so may result in electrical shock or short circuits.

z Do not wash laundry on which volatile solvents (gasoline, benzene, thinner, kerosene,

etc.) or sodium hydroxide have adhered.

Doing so may result in fire.

z Keep your hands away from the door hinge when closing the door.

Fingers may get caught between the machine and door and result in injuries.

CAUTION

Laundry

z Do not wash, rinse, spin, or dry waterproof mats, sheets or clothes, bath mats, hard

and thick items such as doormats, carpets or fabrics that do not allow water to pass
through.

The laundry may be damaged, or the machine may malfunction during the spin cycle and cause
injuries.

Examples

Fishing wear, ski wear, raincoats, sleeping bags, sauna suits, wetsuits, windbreakers, disposable diapers, bicycle,
motorcycle, or car covers, carpets, waterproof mats or sheets, bath mats, and other hard and thick items.

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CAUTION

Before, after, and during operation

z Turn on the tap and make sure there is no leakage before washing and drying.

Loose screws may result in water leakage and unexpected damage. The metal fixtures and gasket of
the tap can deteriorate and rust over long periods of use, resulting in leaks.

z Turn off the tap when not in use.

This can prevent unexpected water leakage.

z Check for leaks after tap connection whenever the machine is installed or moved.

This can prevent unexpected water leakage.

z Open and close the door gently.

Failure to do so may result in injuries, damage to surrounding walls, or malfunction of the machine.

z Check and ensure that lint and other particles are not attached to the surface of the

door bellows before operating the machine.

Such particles may interfere with the sealing of the door and result in water leakage.

z Do not attempt to open the door by force when it is locked. (P.31 to 33)

Doing so may damage the door and lock, or result in injuries or malfunction of the machine.

z Make sure the lint filter is properly attached before operation, and do not remove it

during operation.

Improper attachment or removal will result in water leakage.

z Do not apply excessive pressure to the door bellows when loading or unloading

laundry.

Doing so may warp the door bellows and result in water leakage.

z Do not pull out the detergent dispenser during operation.

Doing so may result in steam or water leakage.

z Do not remove the dry filter during drying operations.

Doing so may result in steam or water leakage or burns.

z Do not place your hands and feet under the machine during operation.

Doing so may result in injuries.

z Do not touch the metallic parts of the drum or door, the top right portion of the

machine, or the laundry (zippers, metallic buttons, etc.) during or after drying
operations.

Doing so may result in burns.

Safety Precautions

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Safety Precautions (continued)

CAUTION

Miscellaneous

z Close fasteners (e.g., zippers) on laundry before operation.

Failure to do so may result in malfunction of the machine or water leakage.

z If any liquid detergent, bleach, or softener remains on the metal parts of the detergent

dispenser, the metal parts of the back side of the door, or any plastic parts on the
exterior of the machine, wipe it off immediately with a soft, damp cloth.

Failure to do so may cause rust and deterioration of the machine parts and result in injuries.

z After a water outage occurs or after you disconnect and reconnect the water supply

hose, turn off the tap, press the <START> button, and ensure that the detergent
indicator lights before turning on the tap slowly.
(Do this after long periods of disuse as well.)

Air may have accumulated in the water supply hose or plumbing fixtures, and the pressurized air may
cause malfunction of the machine, water leakage, or injuries when released.

z Install the machine in the way that you can access the drain outlet for cleaning.

Clogged drain outlets will result in improper drainage and water leakage. If you remove the drain hose
from the drain outlet hole, make sure that it is reinserted securely into the drainage pipe.

z Clean the lint filter and drain outlet regularly (i.e., once a month).

Washing laundry that produces a lot of lint or laundry on which hair or pet fur is attached will clog the
lint filter and drain outlet quickly, and result in improper draining and water leakage.

z Remove the detergent case and clean the case regularly (i.e., once a week).

Accumulation of liquid detergent, softener, or bleach may cause malfunction of the machine and result
in injuries.

z Do not use hot water from a water heater.

Doing so may result in malfunction of the machine, water leakage, or improper drying operation.

z Do not jam laundry when closing the door.

Doing so may result in malfunction of the machine, water leakage, or improper drying operation.

z Do not climb on top of the machine or place heavy objects on it.

Doing so may result in malfunction of the machine or water leakage.

z Do not apply excessive pressure to the door or its hinges.

Doing so may result in malfunction of the machine or water leakage.

z Do not use water that is 50°C (122°F) or higher in temperature.

Doing so may result in malfunction of the machine, water leakage, or improper drying operation.

z Do not use the washing cap (optional) during the [WASH DRY] and [DRY] operations

and the [CLEAN] and [SOFT] programs.

The heat may cause the washing cap to warp and fly out of the drum, resulting in injuries or
malfunction of the machine.

z Do not hang a rag on the door bellows.

Doing so may deform the door bellows, resulting in water leakage.

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Usage Precautions

 Do not disconnect the power plug during

operation.

z Doing so may result in malfunction. Pause

the operation or turn the power off before
disconnecting the power plug.

 Do not use the machine near televisions or

radios.

z Doing so may result in interference in the

television screen and television and radio
noise.

 Do not overload the machine with laundry.

z Overflowing laundry may result in damage to

the laundry, door bellows, and plastic parts.

z Doing so may prolong washing times or

produce uneven washing and drying results.

 When washing larger loads, separate

underwear, handkerchiefs, and smaller
items into a commercially available mesh
laundry bag.

z Smaller items may collect near the door

bellows during operation, resulting in
insufficient washing and drying.

z We recommend using the optional washing

cap (MO-F102). (P.98)
Do not use the washing cap during the [WASH
DRY] and [DRY] operations and the [CLEAN]
and [SOFT] programs.

 Do not use commercially available washing

accessories.

z Commercially available accessories, such as

washing balls and filters, may warp and be
damaged by heat, which may result in damage
to the laundry and malfunction of the machine.

 Ensure sufficient ventilation during drying

operations.

z Doing so ensures efficient drying of the

laundry.

z Insufficient ventilation during winter or low

room temperatures may result in condensation
on windows and walls.

Usage Precautions

Mesh laundry
bag

Washing cap

 Do not overfill commercially available mesh

laundry bags.

z Full bags may cause increased noise and

vibration.

z Full bags may not dry sufficiently in the spin

cycle.

z Put only lightweight items in the bag (e.g.,

lingerie and small items).

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Before You Start Washing

Do not wash or dry the following items

 To prevent shrinking, deformation, discoloration, changes in texture, etc.

z

Be sure to check the washing
instructions and guides.

z Leather, fur, feathers, and items that

include these

z Rayon, cuprammonium, and their

mixtures

x Such items may shrink, deform, or discolor.

z Silk items

x Such items may shrink, deform, or discolor.

z Velvet and other pile fabrics
z Neckties, suits, and coats

x Such items may shrink or deform.
Ú The [DEODORANT] program can be

used. (P.50)

z Shoes

Ú The [STATIC DRY] program can be used. (P.48)

z Items labeled or , items without washing

instructions, and items without material labels

z Kimonos and their accessories

z Blankets and rugs made with 100% wool or pile

of 10 mm or more

z Items that use highly twisted threads (hard-

z Items with coating, resin finishing, or

twist yarn) (wool, crape, etc.)

embossing

 To prevent injuries and malfunctions from abnormal spinning vibration

z Waterproof items (P.12)

x

Such items tend to gravitate to one side, resulting in
malfunction of the machine and damage to the laundry.

z Mats with rubber lining underneath or long piles

(doormats, carpets, rugs, etc.)

x Such items tend to gravitate to one side, resulting in

malfunction of the machine.

z Items that are covered in pet fur

Ú Such items may clog the drain outlet.

z Commercially available washing accessories

(washing balls, filters, etc.)

z Pillows, cushions, etc.

Do not dry the following items

 To prevent shrinking, wrinkling, discoloration, changes in texture, etc.

z Items made of rubber, polyurethane plastic, etc.

x Follow the cleaning instructions on the product.

z Toys, dolls, and items that include polyurethane

sponge material

z Items that shrink easily
z Items with cotton stuffing, such as futons,

comforters, etc.

z Tights and items that are decorated with lace or

embroidery (synthetic fibers, micro fibers, etc.)

z Wool, other animal hair, and their mixtures

Ú Certain materials can be dried using the [STATIC

DRY] program. (P.48)

z Deep colored prints
z

Do not dry clothes, hats, and other items on
which animal oil, vegetable oil, machine oil,
dry-cleaning oils, benzene, thinner, gasoline,
cosmetic oil, ointments, and similar substances
have adhered, even after washing. In addition, do
not dry items that contain sponge-like materials.

x

Doing so may cause natural combustion of the oil and materials.

 To prevent dry filter clogging and other malfunctions

z Starched clothes

Do not wash items with the following washing
instructions:

Dry cleaning is possible

Ú Certain materials can be dried using the [STATIC

DRY] program. (P.48)

Hang drying is recommended

Light wringing is recommended

Do not wring

Low-temperature ironing is recommended

Do not iron

Labels that prohibit tumble drying, etc.

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Washing and Drying Programs

Desired operation

Normal laundry

x Underwear, pajamas, etc.

Fast washing and drying

x Shirts, pajamas, etc.

Fast washing of lightly soiled laundry

x Handkerchiefs, aprons, etc.

Heavily soiled or thick laundry

x Sweatshirts, socks, etc.

Customized operation

x Shirts, etc.

Silent operation

x Underwear, pajamas, etc.

Recommended program

FUZZY

(P.34, 36, 38)

SPEEDY

WASH&DRY

(P.36)

SPEEDY

(P.34)

HEAVY

(P.34, 36, 38)

FAVORITE

(P.54)

SILENT

(P.36, 38)

Washing and Drying Programs

Washing and drying blankets, etc.

x

Acrylic blankets, comforters, bed pads, curtains, etc.

Washing clothes with “hand wash only” labels

x Skirts, sweaters, etc.

Maintaining soft textures after wash

x Hand towels, bath towels, etc.

Drying clothes with dry-clean labels, shoes, etc.

x Sweaters, shoes, etc.

Removing odors and smells

x Suits, stuffed toys, etc.

BLANKET

(P.40 to 43)

DELICATE

(P.44 to 47)

SOFT

(P.34)

STATIC DRY

(P.48)

DEODORANT

(P.50, 51)

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Tips for Good Washing Results

Preparing your laundry

Separate items for which lint is a concern,

or place them into a mesh laundry bag

z Place corduroy (or other long pile material) or dark

colored clothes, stockings, and other clothes on
which lint may be noticeable in a commercially
available mesh laundry bag with lint protection.

z When washing with other laundry, use the Water-

Injection Rinse function and the [RINSE (3 times)] or
[RINSE (4 times)] operation.

Separate items that are likely to

bleed color

z Separate items that bleed

color easily, and wash items
of similar color 2 to 3 pieces
at a time.

Place small and delicate items

into a mesh laundry bag

z Place brassieres with wires into commercially

available mesh laundry bags made for brassieres.

z Place socks, handkerchiefs, and other small items into

commercially available mesh laundry bags made for
general purposes. This is to prevent the items from
getting caught between the inside of the door and the
door bellows during operation.

Remove debris, dirt, sand, hair,

and pet fur

z Debris and foreign particles

may clog the drainage pipeline
and drying pipeline, resulting in
malfunction.

(Single pieces of laundry tend to gravitate to one side during the
spin cycle and may not dry sufficiently. Wash them together with
other items for which color transfer is not a concern.)

Remove all coins, hairpins, and objects

(including from pockets)

z These objects

may damage the
laundry or cause
malfunctions.

Remove
matches,
hairpins,
coins, etc.

Treat stains as soon as possible

z Stains become harder to

remove as time passes. Partial
cleaning of the stained area
before wash may help remove
them.

Tie all strings and close all

fasteners

z This is to prevent the

fasteners from damaging
the laundry and causing
malfunctions in the
machine.

Separate items for which pilling or lint is

a concern, or turn them inside out

z Turn sweaters and other items for

which pilling is a concern inside
out.

z Separate such items from towels,

bath towels, etc.

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Helpful hints

Tips for Good Washing Results

To prevent coarse textures

Items such as towels can feel coarse after
washing due to flattened piles.

z Use a fabric softener.
z Wash using the [SOFT] program.

(P.34)

z For items that feel coarse after drying,

run the [DRY] > [FUZZY] program for an
additional 30 minutes. (P.39)

z Increase the number of rinse cycles. (P.55)
z Use the Water-Injection Rinse function. (P.55)
z Decrease the amount of detergent. (P.26, 27)

To rinse thoroughly

To prevent color bleeding and darkening (P.94)

z Separate items that are likely to bleed color when washing.
z Use the recommended amounts of detergent and softener.

Ú Insufficient amounts of detergent or excessive amounts softener may result in darkening.
Ú Using liquid detergent can result in darkening. Try using a powder detergent.

How to load the laundry into the drum

 Distribute the laundry evenly and avoid

concentration on one side.

 Place the laundry behind the 5-Ply Liquid

Load Balancer.

z Failure to do so may cause the laundry to get

caught between the door and the door bellows,
resulting in damage to the laundry and the door
bellows.
Place smaller items into the back
of the drum first, and then load the
remaining laundry.

z We recommend using the

optional washing cap.

5-Ply Liquid
Load Balancer

 Large items (sheets, cotton blankets, etc.), thick items (jeans,

sweatshirts, etc.), small loads, and mats of various types should
be washed together with other laundry.

z Such items tend to gravitate to one side when washed alone, resulting in

excessive vibration and insufficient drying during the spin cycle. (P.79)

 When drying a small load of laundry (about

1kg or less), place a dry towel together with
the laundry.

z Small loads of laundry may result in insufficient

drying. Placing a dry towel or similar item together
with the laundry will reduce unevenness in drying.

 Do not overload the machine with laundry.

z Overflowing laundry may result in damage to the

laundry, door bellows, and plastic parts.

z It may also prolong drying times or produce uneven

washing and drying results.

Cotton blanket, etc.

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Tips for Good Washing Results (continued)

To ensure smooth spinning operation

If laundry concentrates on one side, the machine will automatically even it out, prolonging the
operation time and consuming more water in the process. In addition, excessive vibration may occur
during the spin cycle, forcing the machine to stop during operation. Take note of the following to
prevent this.

z Do not wash thick items (cotton blankets,

jeans, etc.) or items in mesh laundry bags
alone.

z

Wash 2 to 3 thick items or mesh laundry bags at a time, or wash them together with other laundry.

z Place only delicate items (lingerie, brassieres,

stockings, etc.) and small items (socks,
handkerchiefs, etc.) into the mesh laundry bags.

(P.18, 21)

Overstuffed bags may prevent smooth

spinning operation.

z Set the startup operation for spinning to

Smooth Mode. (P.68)

Guides for laundry loads

z A rough guide for a 10.5 kg load of laundry is the top of the door bellows.
z A rough guide for an 8 kg load of laundry is halfway between the top of the door bellows and the

screw shown below.

Guide for about 10.5 kg

Guide for about 8 kg

Screw

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Door bellows

Average weights for laundry

Tips for Good Washing Results

Briefs
(100% cotton;
about50g)

Socks
(100% cotton;
about50g)

Tow e ls
(100% cotton;
about70g)

Long-sleeve T-shirts
(100% cotton;
about150 g)

Blouses
(blend; about200g)

Shirts
(blend;
about200g)

Bath towels
(100% cotton;
about300g)

Pajamas
(top and bottom)
(100% cotton;
about500g)

Sheets
(100% cotton;
about500g)

Notes for using mesh laundry bags

z Do not overstuff

the bag.

z Do not wash a single bag alone. Wash it together

with other laundry.

z Be sure to close

the fastener
(e.g.,zipper).

z Do not use mesh laundry bags that are longer

than 40 cm on any side.

40 cm or more

40 cm or more

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Tips for Good Drying Results

z Use a program that includes the [WIND IRON] function. (P.24)

Selecting the right drying program for your laundry

 Normal laundry that is unlikely to wrinkle

z Sweatshirts
z Tracksu i ts
z Towels
z Briefs, etc.

 Laundry that is likely to wrinkle

z Elongated items such as cotton shirts

(especially thin cotton shirts)

z Large items such as sheets
z Pajamas, handkerchiefs, T-shirts
z Hard and thick items such as jeans
z Cotton trousers
z Blouses, etc.

Recommended program

[WASH DRY] /

[DRY] > [FUZZY]

[WASH DRY] /

[DRY] > [FUZZY]

(dry cycle timer:

30minutes)

 Thick laundry that is harder to dry

z Thick sweatshirts
z Bath towels, etc.

Helpful hints

z If you are washing and drying laundry that is likely to wrinkle together with laundry that

is not, select the [WASH DRY] > [FUZZY] program and select 30 minutes for the dry
cycle. When the dry cycle finishes, remove the laundry that is likely to wrinkle and hang
it immediately. Dry the remaining laundry using the [DRY] > [FUZZY] program.

z Laundry that is left in the drum for long periods after drying may wrinkle or lose

softness. Therefore, remove laundry immediately after drying or use the Soft Guard
operation. (P.69)

To reduce pills and static electricity

z If you are worried about pilling on a particular item of laundry, turn the item inside out.
z Use a liquid fabric softener when using the [WASH DRY] operation.

Use an anti-static sheet when using the [DRY] operation.

[WASH DRY] /

[DRY] > [HEAVY]

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To reduce wrinkles

z Certain laundry items are more

likely to wrinkle after drying.
This is true regardless of the
dryer used, and some wrinkling
cannot be avoided. Depending
on the type and shape of the
item dried, this machine may
cause more wrinkling than with
other existing dryers.

z In particular, elongated items

such as cotton shirts may
wrinkle more after [AUTO]
drying in the [WASH DRY] >
[FUZZY] program.

Tips for Good Drying Results

[WASH DRY] >

[FUZZY]program

(dry cycle timer:

30minutes)

Dry laundry for about
30 minutes after
washing to remove
wrinkles caused by
the spin cycle. After
drying, remove and
hang the laundry
immediately.

Result after [AUTO] drying in the
[WASH DRY] > [FUZZY] program.

z You can reduce wrinkles by

removing the laundry after the
spin cycle, and smoothing out
wrinkles before putting it back
in to dry.

[DRY] > [FUZZY]program

(wash load: 3kg or less)

Reducing the wash
load will reduce
wrinkles.

To reduce uneven drying

z Select [EXTRA] using the [DRY LEVEL] button. (P.66)
z Use the [HEAVY] program of the [WASH DRY] or [DRY] operation.
z Reduce the wash load (4 kg or less).
z Dry thick laundry and thin laundry separately.
z Thick laundry may dry unevenly.

In such cases, dry again using the [DRY] > [FUZZY] program.

To prevent shrinking

English

z Use the [STATIC DRY] program for items with dry-clean labels (wool sweaters, skirts, etc.). (P.48)
z Dry laundry in sunshine beforehand.

(You can finish drying using the dryer.)

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About the Wind Iron Operation

 Low-temperature high-speed airflow blows over laundry during the dry cycle to smooth out wrinkles.

z When you select the [FUZZY], [SPEEDY WASH & DRY], [HEAVY], or [FAVORITE] program of the

[WASH DRY] operation, or the [FUZZY] or [HEAVY] program of the [DRY] operation, the Wind Iron
operation functions automatically.

z This operation cannot remove wrinkles from laundry that is half-dry or fully dry before starting the

[DRY] operation.

[WASH DRY] operation (P.36)

Press [WASH DRY],
and select a program
that includes Wind
Iron operation.

(Lit) (Lit) (Lit)

[DRY] operation (P. 38)

Press [DRY], and select
a program that includes
Wind Iron operation.

Washing
operation

High-speed warm
airflow

Spin cycle

High-speed
warm air

Low-speed
reverse
rotation

High­speed
spin or
high­speed
warm
air spin

High-speed
warm airflow

High-speed
warm air

Low­speed
reverse
rotation

(Blinking)

High-speed warm air blows
while this blinks.

High-speed airflow

High-speed
air

Low-speed
reverse
rotation

High-speed airflow

High-speed air

Low-speed
reverse
rotation

(Blinking)

(Lit)

High-speed warm air blows
while this blinks.

(Blinking)

(Blinking)

z If the dry filter is clogged and pressure builds up inside the machine, the [WIND IRON] indicator may

remain lit instead of blinking (i.e., low-speed warm airflow operation).

z If you select the [CLEAN] > [DEODORANT] program, the [WIND IRON] indicator will blink.

To reduce wrinkles

z Reduce the drying load. However, for extremely small loads that consist mostly of items made of

cotton, add 1 or 2 more items for drying. (This will prevent the laundry from sticking to the walls of
the drum while drying.)

z We recommend drying clothes that are wrinkle-resistant.
z Dry thick laundry and thin laundry separately.
z Tie any strings before drying. In addition, reduce the number of shirts, pajamas, and similar items.

(This prevents tangling during operation.)

z Remove laundry after the spin cycle, and smooth out wrinkles caused by the spin cycle before

putting it back in to dry.

z Remove laundry immediately after the drying operation finishes. (If laundry is left in the drum, the

weight of other laundry may cause wrinkles.) Otherwise, use the Soft Guard operation. (P.69)

z Wrinkle reduction may not be as effective on wrinkle prone items such as thin cotton shirts. In such

cases, select the [WASH DRY] > [FUZZY] program, select 30 minutes for the dry cycle, and hang dry
the items.

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Examples of finished laundry

About the Wind Iron Operation

1 kg

3 kg

Wash load

Ú Illustrations and tables are rough examples.

Shirt

Long­sleeve
T-s hir t

Dad Mom

Shirt, undershirt,
socks, briefs,
handkerchief,
pajamas, bath towel

Blouse, shorts,
undershirt,
handkerchief, socks

Casual

shirt

Undershirt

Girl Boy

Handkerchiefs

Long-sleeve T-shirt,
shorts, handkerchief,
pajamas

Casual shirt, shorts,
briefs, handkerchief,
socks

Blouse
(school uniform)

(x 4)

Wrinkle-resistant shirt

(55% cotton, 45% polyester)

Casual shirt

(100% cotton)

Dad Mom

6 kg

Shirt, chino pants,
undershirt, socks,
briefs, handkerchief,
pajamas, bath towel

Girl Boy

Blouse, shorts,
undershirt, skirt,
handkerchief, socks,
pajamas, bath towel

Double-size sheet (x 1)

Long-sleeve T-shirt,
shorts, handkerchief,
pajamas, bath towel

Casual shirt, shorts,
briefs, handkerchief,
socks, pajamas,
bath towel

z The Wind Iron operation can dramatically reduce wrinkles, but results will vary depending on the wash

load, the material of the items, and the types of items that are dried together.

z Wrinkles cannot be eliminated completely.

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Adding Detergent and Softener

Wash load detection and detergent indicators

Load the laundry, select a program, and press
[START].

The drum rotates, and detects the size of the
wash load.

Display during load
detection

Ú If there is more than 3 L of water in the drum or the

[BLANKET], [DELICATE], [TUB CLEAN], or [TUB DRY]
program is selected, the wash load will not be detected and
the detergent indicator (guide) will not appear.

The detergent indicator (guide) appears.

The approximate operation time appears about 6 seconds
after the amount of detergent appears.
(The detergent cup indicator will not change.)

Display example:
1hour30minutes

Display example:
30minutes

Open the detergent dispenser, and refer to the
table to the right to add the detergent, bleach,
and softener.

Water will be supplied about 1 minute after the detergent
indicator appears. If you press the blinking program button

or ), water supply will start immediately.

(

Display examples:

DOOR LOCK

Wash load

(approx.)

6 to

10.5kg

4 to 6 kg

1 to 4 kg

1 kg or

less

Detergent

indicator

(1.0 cup)

(0.8 cup)

(0.6 cup)

(0.3 cup)

Detergent

Bleach

Softener

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If you cannot add the detergent before water supply starts, press
the [PAUSE] button to prevent it from starting. After adding the
detergent, press [PAUSE] again to resume the operation.

Notes on detergent, bleach, and softener

z Do not use detergents that foam excessively. The foaming of some detergents may

result in malfunctions (water leakage, electrical shock).

z Do not use powder soap made from natural fats and oils. Such soaps may clog the

machine pipeline, resulting in malfunction or water leakage.

z When using detergents that foam easily, use slightly less than the recommended

amount.

z Do not use chlorine-based bleach in programs other than [TUB CLEAN].

Doing so may result in malfunction of the machine.

z Do not dilute concentrated softeners.

Doing so may result in caking and stains.

Recommended amounts of detergent, softener, and bleach

Determine the amount of detergent to add based on the detergent indicator.

z The packaging of some detergents may include recommendations such as “XX g per 30 L of water.” In

such cases, use the following table as a guide for determining the appropriate amount of detergent.

Adding Detergent and Softener

Synthetic detergent

Powder Liquid

(per 30L of water) (per 30L of water)

20 g 25 g

44 g 55 g

36 g 45 g

28 g 35 g

16 g 20 g

10 mL 20 mL 25 mL 40 mL 40 mL 7 mL 10 mL 20 mL 40 mL

22 mL 44 mL 55 mL 40 mL 40 mL 15 mL 22 mL 44 mL 40 mL

18 mL 36 mL 45 mL 30 mL 30 mL 13 mL 18 mL 36 mL 30 mL

14 mL 28 mL 35 mL 25 mL 25 mL 11 mL 14 mL 28 mL 25 mL

8 mL 16 mL 20 mL 20 mL 20 mL 8 mL 8 mL 16 mL 20 mL

Neutral

liquid

(per 30L

of water)

Soap

(natural fat/oil)

Softener

Liquid Concentrated

(per 30L

of water)

(per 30L of water)

Bleach

Normal

(per 30L

of water)

The recommended amount of detergent (XX g per 30 L of water) may not be indicated by some manufacturers. In
addition, the volume for “1 cup” differs depending on the detergent, so be sure to check the instructions for front
loading washers on the detergent’s packaging.
The recommended amounts for top loading washers and front loading washers differ.

Notes on wash loads

z The amount of laundry that can be washed varies depending on the type, size, and thickness of items.

To improve washing results, we recommend loads of 6 kg or less.

z The rated capacity for [WASH DRY] and [DRY] operations is 7 kg.

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Adding Detergent and Softener (continued)

How to add detergent, bleach, and softener

Liquid detergent / liquid bleach inlet
(right back side)

Softener inlet
(right front side)

Powder detergent / powder bleach inlet
(left side)

Detergent dispenser

Handle

Cover

Powder and liquid detergent

Pull out the detergent
dispenser.

Pull out the dispenser by its
handle.

z Water may remain in the

After the detergent indicator appears

dispenser, so pull it out slowly

Add the detergent.

z Determine the amount of detergent

to add based on the detergent
indicator. (P.26, 27)

z Do not use powder soap made from natural fats and

oils.
Such soaps may clog the machine pipeline, resulting
in malfunction or water leakage.

z Do not add excessive amounts of detergent.

Doing so may prolong operation time, reduce the
effectiveness of rinsing and stain removal, darken
laundry, or result in malfunction, water leakage, or
electric shock.

z Do not add clumps of detergent into the detergent

dispenser. Break up the clumps before adding.
Adding clumps of detergent may result in water
leakage.

z If the detergent dispenser is wet, be sure to wipe it

with a dry cloth to prevent the detergent from caking.

z If the detergent is not added before the water is

supplied, the detergent may remain in the dispenser.

z When using liquid detergent and liquid bleach at

the same time, do not add excessive amounts. The
detergent and bleach may drain due to a siphon
effect.

z As liquid detergent and softener are added by injecting

water and creating a siphon effect, water may remain
in the detergent dispenser in some cases. Depending
on the amount of condensation in the machine and
the amount of caked softener, the remaining water
may increase. If this is a concern, empty the water or
wipe it off, or clean the dispenser. (P.75)

z If you are using a tablet, sheet, or cube type

detergent, dissolve it completely before adding it
directly into the drum. To add it into the drum, press
[PAUSE] after the detergent indicator appears, and
open the door.

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Bleach

Adding Detergent and Softener

z Add the bleach after adding

the detergent.

Use the left inlet when using powder
bleach, and the right back inlet
when using liquid bleach

Do not use chlorine-based bleach in programs other than
[TUB CLEAN].
Doing so may result in malfunction of the machine.

z For details on the amount of bleach and how to use it,

refer to the instructions of the oxidizing bleach.

z Do not pour the bleach directly on the laundry.

Doing so may result in discoloration or damage to the
laundry.

Softener

Add the softener into the
right front inlet.

After the detergent indicator appears

Close the detergent
dispenser.

z Do not add detergent into the softener inlet.

Doing so may result in malfunction.

z Do not add the softener and allow it to sit for long

periods (12 hours or more).
Doing so will result in caking.

z The softener may cake in the softener inlet. In such

cases, remove the dispenser and clean it.

z Do not add excessive amounts of softener

(max.60mL).
The softener may drain and come in direct contact
with laundry, resulting in discoloration and darkening.

z Using detergents or softeners that are excessively

fragrant or thick or made from natural fats and oils
may result in excessive fragrance after wash. In such
cases, reduce the amount of detergent, or run the
[TUB CLEAN] program. (P.52)

z If liquid detergent or softener comes into contact with

the top caps in the dispenser, it may cake and remain
there. Avoid the caps when pouring.

z Open and close the detergent dispenser gently.

If the dispenser is opened too quickly, the water,
detergent, bleach, or softener inside the dispenser
may spill out. In addition, if liquid detergent spills into
the softener inlet, the siphon effect may not occur and
the softener may remain in the dispenser.

z Remove the detergent dispenser and clean the

dispenser connection port regularly (i.e., once per
week).
Accumulation of liquid detergent, softener, or bleach
may cause malfunction of the machine and result in
injuries. (P.75)

z If any liquid detergent, bleach, or softener remains on

the metal parts of the back side of the door or any
plastic parts on the exterior of the machine, wipe it off
immediately with a soft, damp cloth.
Failure to do so may cause rust and deterioration of
the machine parts and result in injuries.

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Adding Detergent and Softener (continued)

Using laundry starch

About laundry starch

Use only laundry starches that are labeled as synthetic starch (e.g., vinyl acetate, PVAc).

z Laundry starches other than those above may result in malfunction, so be sure to check the ingredients label.

Ú Do not use PVA (polyvinyl alcohol).

Such starches may not adhere sufficiently or may result in malfunction of the machine.

Laundry starch amounts

Refer to the indications on the laundry starch’s packaging.
The resulting laundry may be stiff, as front loading washers use less water.
If this is a concern, reduce the amount of starch.

Wash load size for starching

1.5 kg or less (“Average weights for laundry” (P.21))

Starching operation

z Do not use the [HOT WASH] function.
z Do not dry starched laundry.

Doing so may clog the dry filter and result in malfunction.

Dilute the laundry starch with about 1 L of water, and pour it directly into the
drum.

Press to turn on the power, and press to select the [FUZZY] program.

Set the cycles to [WASH (6 MIN)] and [SPIN (1 MIN)].

Load the laundry to be starched (1.5 kg or less) into the drum, and close the
door.

Press to start the operation.

After the starching operation: Clean the remaining starch off the drum

Press to turn on the power.

Press to select the [HEAVY] program.

Press to start the operation.

z Do not perform the above cleaning operation with detergent or laundry.

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