Kenwood KVWA146SL User Manual

KVWA146SL

WASHING MACHINE

USER MANUAL

THE CONTENTS SECTION 1:BEFORE USING

• Safety warnings

• Recommendations

SECTION 2:INSTALLATION

• Removal of transportation screws

• Adjustment of feet

• Electrical connection

• Water supply connection

• Water drain connection

SECTION 3: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WASHING MACHINE SECTION 4:CONTROL PANEL

• Start/Pause button

• Function indicator lights

• Function buttons

• Program knob

SECTION 5:WASHING YOUR LAUNDRY

• Before washing

• Running the machine

SECTION 6:MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Water inlet filters

• Pump filter

• Detergent drawer

• Siphon plug

• The cabinet

• The drum

• Removal of limescale

SECTION 7: PRACTICAL INFORMATION SECTION 8:AVOIDING MINOR FAULTS SECTION 9:AUTOMATIC FAILURE DETECTION SYSTEM SECTION 10:INTERNATIONAL WASHING SIGNS

SECTION 11:TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 1:BEFORE USING

SAFETY WARNINGS

• Do not use a multiple socket or extension cord.

• Do not insert a plug with damaged or broken cord into the socket.

• If the cord is damaged it should be replaced by the manufacturer or a

qualified service engineer in order to avoid a hazard.

• Never remove the plug from the socket by pulling the cord.

• Do not insert the plug with wet hands.

• Never touch the machine with wet hands or feet.

• Never open the detergent drawer while the device is running.

• Never force open the door of the machine while the machine is

running.

• Since the machine can reach high temperatures while running, do not touch the drain hose and water connections when the machine is on.

• In case of any failure, first unplug the device and close the water tap. Do not attempt to repair.Contact a qualified service engineer.

• Do not forget that the packing material of your machine is hazardous for children.

• Do not let your children play with the washing machine.

• Keep your pet away from your machine.

• When using this machine use the guidelines within the manual.

• Your machine is designed for domestic use. Warranty will be invalid if

you use it for commercial purposes.

• This product is designed in order to work between 15-35 °C.

• This appliance should not be installed on thick pile carpet.

RECOMMENDATIONS

• If the detergent or softener is in contact with the air for a long time it will dry and stick to your detergent drawer.To avoid this put your detergent and softener into the detergent drawer just before washing.

• It is recommended that you use pre-washing program for only very dirty clothes.

• Please do not exceed the maximum loading capacity of 6 kg.

• If you are not using your machine for a long time, unplug from the mains supply, close the water supply and leave the door open in order to keep the inside of the machine dry and prevent unpleasant odours.

• As a result of the quality control procedures, a certain amount of water may remain in your machine. This is not harmful for your machine.

SECTION 2: INSTALLATION

You must pay attention to the following issues before using your washing machine.

REMOVAL OF TRANSPORTATION SCREWS

• Transportation screws, which are located at the back of the machine, must be removed before running the machine.

• Loosen the screws by rotating counterclockwise by a suitable wrench. (DIAGRAM-1)

• Remove the screws by pulling them.(DIAGRAM-2)

• The plastic parts located in the interior part of your machine will fall

down under the device.

• Lift your machine up slightly, pick up the plastic parts(2 persons recommended).

• If all of the plastic parts of screw groups have not fallen down; open the door of your machine,move the drum until all plastic parts fall down. Collect the parts that have fallen to the floor. There are two plastic parts per screw.

• To the holes where the transport screws have been removed, insert the plastic transport screw caps found in the accessories bag. (DIAGRAM-3)

• The transportation screws, that have been removed from the machine should be kept for any other transportation necessities.

DIAGRAM-2

DIAGRAM-1 DIAGRAM-3

ADJUSTMENT OF FEET

• Do not install your machine on rugs or similar surfaces.

• For your machine to work silently and without any vibration, it should

be installed on a flat, non-slippery and tough ground.

• You can adjust the balance of your machine from its feet.

• First, loosen the plastic adjustment nut by turning clockwise(A).

• Adjust by rotating the feet upwards or downwards.

• After the balance has been reached, tighten the plastic adjustment

nut again by rotating it counter clockwise(B).

• Never put cartons, wooden blocks or similar materials under the machine to balance or level the ground.

A B

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

• Your washing machine works with 220-240V and 50Hz.

• A special earthed plug has been attached to the cable of your

washing machine. This plug must be inserted to a earthed socket. The fuse value should be 10 amp. If you have no such sockets and fuses in your house, contact a qualified electrician.

• Our company will not be responsible for any damages that may occur as a result of usage without earthing.

WATER SUPPLY CONNECTION

• This model is designed for cold fill only.

• To prevent leakage from the connection joints, make sure the washer

at the end of water inlet hose is fitted.

• Connect the hose provided to the water inlet valve. Tighten the plastic parts of the connections with your hand.Contact a qualified plumber for any assistance needed.

• Water pressure of 1-10 bars from your tap will enable your machine to work more efficiently.(1 bar pressure means water flow of more than 8 liters in 1 minute from a fully opened tap).

• After connections are completed, check for leakage of the connection joints by turning on your tap completely.

• Be sure that water inlet hoses are not folded, broken or crushed.

• Connect the other end of the water inlet hoses to a ¾”, thread water

tap.

Cold water inlet (White filter valve)

WATER DRAIN CONNECTION

• Be sure that water inlet hoses are not folded, twisted, crushed or elongated by stretching.

• Water drain hose should be mounted at a height of minimum 60 cm, maximum 100 cm from the ground.

• The end of the water drain hose may directly be fitted to the dirty water outlet hole or a special apparatus mounted on the outlet bracket of the wash-stand.

• Never attempt to extend the water drain hose by adding extra parts.

SECTION 3: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WASHING MACHINE

1 2 3

1-Upper tray 5-Handle 2-Detergent drawer 6-Filter cover 3-Control panel 7-Kickplate 4-Door

SECTION 4:CONTROL PANEL

1 2 3 4 5 6

1-Detergent drawer 4-Electronic display 2-Mode button 5-Start/pause button 3-Select button 6-Program knob

START/PAUSE BUTTON

This key is used for starting a programme selected or pausing by an operating programme. Once a programme selected is started, the symbol

lights up on the electronic instrument. When it is pausing, the symbol

lights up on the electronic instrument.

WARNING

The programme knob must be turned into the position 0(stop) before selecting the programme or changing a programme being continued.

MODE BUTTON

You can select the supplement functions of your washing machine by using the mode key. Each time you press on this key, the symbol of a function will be displayed on the electronic instrument.

SELECT BUTTON

To activate the function use the select key and the function symbol will be show on the electronic display. You can then change the settings.

NOTE:During pause mode and at the end of a cycle the machine must be turned to 0 (stop) before selecting the next programme.

FUNCTION BUTTONS

Rinse hold

This function is recommended to be used when the clothes cannot be taken immediately after the end of the program.This will prevent occurrence of wrinkles. When this button is pressed, the last rinsing water is not drained. For the program to continue from the same point, repress the same button.

Extra rinse

You can have one more rinsing done in addition to the rinses which your machine has made in all washing programs by using this function.

Soak

Using this function will ensure better cleaning by leaving your clothes in water with detergent for a certain period of time before your machine takes in the initial water and starts washing. This function is recommended to be used for very dirty clothes.

By using this function, you can ensure your clothes to come out less wrinkled after the washing.

By using this function, you can enable your machine to take in some more water than the amount in the normal washing operation. This will decrease the friction that occurs between your

sensitive clothes or for the ones you desire to be rinsed really well.

Easy ironing

Plus water

clothes.This function is recommended to be used for your

Stain remove

You can ensure a more intensive washing with keeping fixed the temperature during the washing by using this function. It is advised that you should use this function in very dirty and stained laundries.

Note: A list of available functions can be found at the back of this instruction book. More than one additional function can be selected at once.

Adjusting wash water temperature

You can adjust the wash water temperature acording to the programme that you have selected, using this function.

WARNING

You can not set the wash water temperature into more than the temperature of the programme that you have selected.

Adjusting the spin cycle

Using this function, you can adjust the spin cycle depending on the feature of your machine.

NOTE: Ensure the spin setting is correct for delicate items.

Child lock

While a washing process is carried out in your machine, a child lock is available so that the programme flow can not be affected when the buttons of the machine are pressed. Child lock will be activated after pressing the start/pause key on the control panel for a period of 3 seconds. When it is activated, “ LOCK” signal will appear on the time indicator.To deactivate it, you should press on the same key for a period of 3 seconds. When it is deactivated, “ UNLOCK” signal will be displayed on the time indicator. Child lock will deactivate itself at the end of the programme.

WARNING

Function selection and confirmation keys of your machine will be deactivated when child lock is in use.

Adjustment of the programme start time

Using this function, you can adjust after how long the washing process should start. Once you have selected this function, time indicator will be activated.

Time Indicator

PROGRAM KNOB

With the program knob, you can select the program with which you desire to wash your clothes. You can adjust the program selection process by turning the program knob in both directions. You must be careful that the adjustment sign of the program knob is exactly on the program you want to select. When you bring the program knob to STOP(off) position, while your machine is running, your program will remain incomplete.

STOP Off 1 Cotton 90˚ Rinsing 2 Cotton 60˚(Prewash) Spinning 3 Cotton 60˚ Draining 4 Cotton 40˚ 5 Eco wash 6 Cotton 30˚ 7 Quick wash 8 Cotton cold 9 Mix wash 10 Synthetic 60˚ 11 Baby clothes wash 12 Synthetic 40˚ 13 Sport wear 14 Synthetic cold 15 Curtain wash 16 Delicate 30˚ 17 Delicate cold 18 Hand wash 19 Wool 30˚ 20 Wool cold

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