Kenwood KVWA146SL User Manual

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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

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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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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• 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.

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SECTION 3: GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WASHING MACHINE

1 2 3

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5

6

7

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

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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.

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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.

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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

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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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SECTION 5: WASHING YOUR LAUNDRY

• Plug in the machine.

• Open the water supply.

First wash cycle

We recommend the first wash cycle should be made without any laundry.Use
programme 1 without any detergent.

BEFORE WASHING

• Arrange your clothes according to their types (cotton, synthetic,
sensitive, woolen, etc.),washing temperatures and level of dirtiness.

• Never wash your white and coloured clothes together.

• Since your new coloured clothes may shed dye on the first wash,

wash them separately.

• Be careful that no metal pieces are found on or in the pockets of your
clothes, remove if there is any.

• Zip and button up your clothes.

• Remove the plastic or metal hooks of the curtains and laces or place

them inside a washing bag and tie.

• Turn trousers,knitted fabric,t-shirt and sweat shirt inside out.

• Wash your small clothes like socks and handkerchiefs in a washing

bag.

Wash up to 90 ˚C Wash up to 60 ˚C Wash up to 30 ˚C Not machine

washable

Placement of the clothes into the machine

• Open the door of your machine.

• Place clothes in your machine.

• When you shut the door of your machine, be careful that nothing is

jammed between the cover and the rubber seal.

• Shut the door of your machine tightly otherwise your machine will not
start the washing process.

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Filling detergent in the machine

The quantity of the detergent that you will fill in your machine depends on the
following criteria:

• Your detergent consumption will change according to the soil level
of your clothes. For your slightly dirty clothes, do not pre-wash and
put a small amount of detergent in the compartment no.2 of the
detergent drawer.

• For your excessively dirty clothes, select a program with pre-
washing, fill ¼ portion of the detergent you will put in compartment
1 in the detergent drawer and the remaining portion in compartment

2.

• In your machine,use the detergents developed especially for
automatic washing machines. The quantities that will be used for
your clothes are written on the packing of the detergents.

• As the hardness of your water increases, the amount of the
detergent to be consumed will also increase.

• As the amount of your clothes increases, the amount of the
detergent to be consumed will also increase.

• Fill your softener in the softener compartment in your detergent
drawer. Do not exceed the MAX level. Otherwise, the softener will
diffuse in the washing water via the siphon.

• The softeners with high density should be diluted with some water
before filling in the drawer. That is because the softener with high
density obstructs the siphon and prevents the flow of the softener.

• You can use fluid detergents in all programs without pre-washing.
For this, mount the fluid detergent level plate in the second
compartment of the detergent drawer and arrange the amount of
fluid detergent according to the levels on this plate.

OPERATING THE THE WASHING MACHINE
Selection of the programme

• Select the programme suitable for your clothes from Table-1(Page 17).

• Adjust the programme that you have selected by using programme knob.

• The cycle time will be displayed.

NOTE: If you are trying to spin a small load the appliance may take some
time to balance the load before spinning commences. You may need to
increase the load to successfully complete the spinning cycle. To conserve
energy we recommend spinning full loads.

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Adjustment of the programme start time

To set the programme start time:

• Select the symbol
display by using Mode key.

• You can set the programme start time as you
request with time intervals of one hour, using
select key.

located on the electronic

• The symbol
completed.

Programme end times are indicated in the table-2. If the programme start
times are not set, washing process will be started in the time depending on
the programme feature.

will remain illuminated until the programme has been

Adjustment of the temperature

To carry out the adjustment of the temperature:

• Move the symbol
display by using Mode key.

• Maximum washing temperature of the programme that you have selected
will be displayed on the time indicator.

• You can reduce this temperature up to the washing temperature you
request by using the select key. These levels will appear on the time
indicator.

• If you want to cancel the temperature, press on
the select key until “ COLD” signal is displayed
on the time indicator. When ”COLD” signal

appears, the symbol

• If you have skipped the temperature level that you have requested, you
can again adjust this temperature by pushing on the select key
repeatedly. If you have selected a different temperature from the

maximum temperature, the symbol
illuminated until to the completion of the programme.

located on the electronic

will be displayed.

on the electronic display will remain

Washing temperature levels are indicated in table-2(Page 19). If the
adjustment of the temperature is not carried out, washing process will be
performed at a maximum temperature depended on the programme feature.

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Adjustment of the spin cycle

To carry out the adjustment of spin cycle:

• Select the symbol
display by using Mode key.

• Maximum spin cycle of the programme that you have selected will be
displayed on the time indicator.

• You can reduce spin by using select key. These levels will appear on the
time indicator.

• If you want to cancel the spin operation, press
the select key until “ NO SPIN” signal is
displayed on the time indicator. When “ NO

SPIN” signal appears, the symbol will be
displayed.

• If you have skipped the spin cycle level that you have requested, you can
again adjust the spin cycle by pushing on the select key repeatedly. If you
have selected a different spin cycle from the maximum spin cycle, the

symbol
completion of the programme.

Spin cycles are illustrated in the table-2. If the adjustment of the spin cycle is
not carried out, spin operation will be performed at a maximum spin cycle
depended on the programme feature.

on the electronic display will remain illuminated until the

located on the electronic

Selection of an additional function

You can use the additional function specified in the table-1, depending on

the feature of the programme appropriate to your laundries you have
selected. For you to activate the additional functions:

• Press the mode button until the additional
function that you want lights up on the display.

• When selected the function symbol will blink and
“OFF” will be displayed. Press the select button
to activate the function.

• “ON” signal will be displayed on the time indicator.

• If you have selected an additional function, the symbol of the function you

have selected will remain on until the completion of the programme.

You can use adjust all of the additional functions described in the table-1 in
the washing operation according to the feature of the programme you have
selected.

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To change additional function

To remove a selected function from the washing operation:

• Select the additional function by using the mode
key. “ ON” signal will appear on the time
indicator.

• Press the select key. “ OFF” signal will be
displayed on the time indicator.

The additional function you do not want to use will be removed from the
washing process.

To change the programme

To remove a programme:

• Press start/ pause key button.

• The symbol will light up on the display.

• Turn the programme knob into the position 0 (stop).

• Set the programme knob to a programme as you desire. (You can choose

the programme you wish from the table-1)

• After you also adjust the other features, you can
operate your washing machine by pressing start/
pause key. When your machine is started, the
symbol will turned on the display.

Cancelling the programme

If you want to finish a programme early:

• Press start/ pause button.

• The symbol will light up on the display.

• Turn the programme knob into the position 0 (stop).

• Move the programme knob on one that you want

from “Spinning” or “Draining” programmes.

• Operate the programme that you have selected
by pressing start /pause. When your machine
starts to operate, the symbol will light up on
the display.

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Completion of the programme

• Your machine stops when the programme that
you have selected finishes and “END” signal will
appear on the time indicator.

• Turn the programme knob into the position 0 (stop).

• The door lock of your machine will open itself about two minutes after the

programme ends. Pull the door handle towards yourself and open the
door.

• After removing your laundry leave the door open in order to let the
machine dry.

WARNING

If the electricity supply is cut during a washing programme, when the supply is
re-connected the machine will resume in the same programme. This will not
damage the machine.

Table-2 changes according to the feature of your machine. If your machine is
1400 spin, refer to the table-2 (1400rpm).

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MAX DRY LOAD

PROGRAM

DETERGENT
COMPART.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTION

BUTTON

1-COTTON 90˚ 26
2-COTTON 60˚

(PREWASH)

1+2 6

3-COTTON 60˚ 26

4-COTTON 40˚ 26
5-ECO

WASH

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6-COTTON 30˚ 26
7-QUICK WASH 2 3

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8-COTTON
COLD

26

9-MIX WASH 2 6
10-SYNTHETIC 60˚ 23
11-BABY CLOTHES

WASH

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CAPACITY (kg)

KVWA146SL

TYPE OF LAUNDRY EXPLANATIONS

Soiled cotton and linen
Soiled cotton, coloured and

linen
Soiled cotton, coloured and

linen
Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen
Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen
Slightly soiled cotton,

coloured and linen
Slightly soiled cotton,
coloured and linen
Slightly soiled cotton,
coloured and linen. Cold
wash.
Soiled or very stained ,
cotton, coloured and linen

Soiled synthetic or synthetic
mixture

Baby laundry All baby laundry

Underwear, sheet,
table cloth, t-shirt,
shirt, towel

Nylon socks, blouse

12-SYNTHETIC 40˚ 23

Slightly soiled synthetic or
synthetic mixture

Nylon socks, blouse

TABLE-1

MAX DRY LOAD

PROGRAM

13-SPORT
CLOTHES

14-SYNTHETIC
COLD

15-CURTAIN
WASH

DETERGENT

COMPART.

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1+2 2

ADDITIONAL FUNCTION

BUTTON

16-DELICATE 30˚ 22

18

17-DELICATE
COLD

18-HAND
WASH

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19-WOOL 30˚ 22

20-WOOL COLD 22

RINSING
SPINNING
DRAINING

When you need an additional rinsing to be done to your clothes after the washing process, you can use this program for all kinds of clothes.
When you need an additional spinning to be done to your clothes after the washing process, you can use this program for all kinds of

clothes.
This program is used to drain the dirty water inside after the washing process of your machine. If you want the water inside your machine to
be drained before the program ends, you can use this program.

CAPACITY (kg)

KVWA146SL

TYPE OF LAUNDRY EXPLANATIONS

Sport clothes
Slightly soiled synthetic or

synthetic mixture sensitive
laundry.Cold water wash.

Tulle and curtain as
sensitive laundry

Slightly soiled cotton,
coloured, synthetic or
synthetic mixture sensitive
laundry
Slightly soiled cold water
wash cotton, coloured,
synthetic or synthetic
mixture sensitive laundry
Slightly soiled wash in hand
cotton, coloured, synthetic
or synthetic mixture laundry
Soiled, hand and machine
to wash wool laundry

Very slightly soiled, cold
water, hand and machine to
wash wool laundry

TABLE-1 CONTINUE

All sport clothes and
jeans

Nylon socks, blouse

Tulle, curtain, diolen,
dralon

Silk mixture, shirt,
blouse, polyester,
poliamid, mixture
textile

Hand wash to all
laundry

All wool laundry

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PROGRAM PROGRAM TIME

TEMPARATURE

SPIN SPEED ADJUSTMENT

ADJUSTMENT

WASHING

1-COTTON 90˚ 2 hour 38 minute
2-COTTON 60˚ (PREWASH) 2 hour 37 minute
3-COTTON 60˚ 2 hour 35 minute

90-80-70-60-50-45-

40-35-30-cold

60-50-45-40-35-30-

cold

60-50-45-40-35-30-

cold

4-COTTON 40˚ 2 hour 16 minute 40-35-30-cold
5-ECO WASH 1 hour 59 minute 40-35-30-cold
6-COTTON 30˚ 2 hour 08 minute 30-cold

1400-1200-1000-800-600-400-no spin

1400-1200-1000-800-600-400-no spin

1400-1200-1000-800-600-400-no spin
1400-1200-1000-800-600-400-no spin
1400-1200-1000-800-600-400-no spin

1400-1200-1000-800-600-400-no spin

7-QUICK WASH 30 minute 30-cold 800-600-400-no spin
8-COTTON COLD 2 hour 3 minute Cold

9-MIX WASH 1 hour 37 minute 40-35-30-cold

10-SYNTHETIC 60˚ 1 hour 38 minute

60-50-45-40-35-30-

cold
11-BABY CLOTHES WASH 2 hour 12 minute 50-45-40-35-30-cold
12-SYNTHETIC 40˚ 1 hour 27 minute 40-35-30-cold
13-SPORT CLOTHES 1 hour 34 minute 40-35-30-cold

14-SYNTHETIC COLD 1 hour 13 minute Cold

1400-1200-1000-800-600-400-no spin

800-600-400-no spin

800-600-400-no spin

800-600-400-no spin
800-600-400-no spin
800-600-400-no spin

800-600-400-no spin

15-CURTAIN WASH 2 hour 26 minute 40-35-30-cold 600-400-no spin
16-DELICATE 30˚ 1 hour 32 minute 30-cold 600-400-no spin

17-DELICATE COLD 1 hour 26 minute Cold 600-400-no spin
18-HAND WASH 1 hour 34 minute 35-30-cold 600-400-no spin

19-WOOL 30˚ 1 hour 07 minute 30-cold 600-400-no spin
20-WOOL COLD 1 hour 04 minute Cold 600-400-no spin

RINSING 33 minute Cold 800-600-400-no spin
SPINNING 10 minute Cold 800-600-400-no spin
DRAINING 3 minute Cold -

TABLE-2(1400 RPM

DURATION OF THE PROGRAMME CAN CHANGE DEPENDING ON THE AMOUNT OF

THE LAUNDRY, TAP WATER AND THE ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS SELECTED.

OPTION COMPATIBILITIES

Rinse Hold Extra Rinse Easy Ironing Plus Water Stain Remove Soak

Rinse Hold YES NO YES YES YES

Extra Rinse YES NO YES YES

Easy Ironing YES YES YES

Plus Water YES YES

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Stain Remove YES

Soak

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• Unplug your machine.

• Close the water tap.

WATER INLET FILTERS

On the tap part of your machine’s water inlet hose and at the ends of water
inlet valves, there are filters to prevent entrance of the dirt and foreign
materials in the water to the machine. If the machine is unable to receive
sufficient water although your water tap is opened, these filters should be
cleaned.

• Remove the water inlet hose.

• Remove the filters found on the water inlet valves by using pliers and

wash thoroughly with a brush.

• Clean the filters of the water inlet hoses located on the tap side by
removing manually together with the seal.

• After you clean the filters, you can fit them the same way as you have
removed.

PUMP FILTER

The pump filter system extends the life of your pump, which is used to drain
the dirty water. It prevents dirt entering the pump. Cleaning of your pump filter
in every 2-3 months is recommended. To clean your pump filter:

• Turn of the machine at the electricty supply.

• Remove the kickplate by pushing with your hand upwards from the

lower indents under the cover and pulling towards yourself.

• Before opening the filter cover,place a cup in front of the filter cover
to prevent flow of the remaining water in the machine.

• Loosen the filter cover by rotating it counter clockwise and drain the
water.

• Remove the foreign materials from the filter.

• Check for the rotation of the pump manually.

• After you have cleaned the pump, fit the filter cover by rotating

clockwise.

• Replace the kickplate by clipping it back into position.

• Do not forget that if you do not fit in the filter cover properly, it will

leak water.

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WARNING!

Danger of being scalded!

The pump maybe hot, wait for it to cool.

DETERGENT DRAWER

Detergents may form a sediment in your detergent drawer or in housing of the
detergent drawer. To clean the sediment, pull out the detergent drawer:

• Pull the detergent drawer to the end.(DIAGRAM-1)

• Lift the front of the drawer, continue to pull while pressing the tab on the

softner compartment until the drawer is pull out.(DIAGRAM-2)

• Wash with an old toothbrush and water.

• Remove leftover detergent,avoiding spilling any into the machine.

• Dry the draw and replace.

DIAGRAM-1 DIAGRAM-2

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SIPHON PLUG

Pull out the detergent drawer. Remove the siphon plug and clean the
residues of the softener thoroughly.Replace the plug.

THE CABINET

NOTE:Disconnect from the mains supply before cleaning.

Clean the exterior surface of the cabinet of your machine with lukewarm water
and a cleaning substance that will not irritate the cabinet. After rinsing with
clean water, wipe it with a soft and dry cloth.

WARNING!

If the machine is installed in a location where the temperature can fall below
0 ˚C, do the following when it will not be in use:

• Plug in the machine.

• Close the water tap and pull out the water inlet hose or hoses from

the tap.

• Place the ends of the water drain and water inlet hoses in a cup on
the ground.

• Adjust the program knob to “Draining” program.

• The program ready light will be on.

• Run the program by pressing the start/pause button.

• Unplug your machine when the program is over (program end light is

on).

When you complete this proces, the remaining water inside the machine will
be drained and thus formation of ice in the machine will be prevented. When
you operate your machine again, be sure that the temperature is above 0 ˚C.

THE DRUM

Do not leave metal parts like needles, staples or coins inside your machine.
These pieces cause formation of rust stains in the drum. To eliminate these
stains of rust, use a cleaning substance without chlorium and follow the
warnings of the cleaning substance producer. For cleaning rust stains, never
use dish-washing wires or similar rough objects.

REMOVAL OF LIMESCALE FROM YOUR MACHINE

If you arrange the amount of the detergent you use in your machine properly,
there will be no need for limescale removal. However, if you desire to apply
the removal procedure, use the limescale protectors in the market and pay
attention to their warnings.

WARNING!

The lime eliminating substances contain acids and this may cause colour
modifications in your clothes along with an adverse effect on your machine.

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SECTION 7:PRACTICAL INFORMATION-STAIN REMOVAL

Alcoholic beverages: Wash with cold water, then wipe with glycerine and

water. Rinse with water mixed with vinegar.
Shoe Polish: Scratch the stain without ruining the cloth, rub with detergent

and rinse. In case it is not eliminated, it should be rubbed with 1 unit of pure
alcohol (96 degrees) mixed in 2 units of water and then washed with
lukewarm water.

Tea and coffee: Stretch the stained area on the top of a container and pour
water, as hot as the type of your cloth can endure, on it. If the type of your
cloth is suitable,wash it with lye(caustic soda).

Chocolate and cocoa: Leave your clothes in cold water and rub with soap or
detergent. Wash it in the highest temperature that the type of your cloth can
endure. If there is still a stain of oil left, wipe with oxygenated water (in
proportion of 3%).

Tomato paste:After scraping the dried pieces, leave in cold water for about
30 minutes and wash by rubbing with detergent.

Egg: Eliminate the dried stain residues, wipe with a sponge or damp cloth.
Rub with detergent and wash with diluted lye(caustic soda).

Grease and oil stains: First wipe the residues. Rub the stain with detergent
and then wash with lukewarm soapy water.

Mustard: First apply glycerine to the stained area. Rub with detergent and
then wash. If the stain still does not disappear, wipe with alcohol (On
synthetic and coloured cloth, a mixture of 1 unit alcohol, 2 units water should
be used).

Blood stain: Leave your clothes in cold water for 30 minutes. If the stain still
does not disappear, lay in mixture of water and ammonia (3 table-spoons of
ammonia in 4 liters of water)for 30 minutes.

Cream, ice-cream and milk: Leave your clothes in cold water and rub the
stained area with detergent. If the stain has still not disappeared, apply lye on
the fabric of your clothes in proper proportion.(Do not use lye on coloured
clothes.)

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Mould: Mould stains should be cleaned as soon as possible. The stain should
be washed with detergent.

Ink: Hold the stained area under cold water and wait until the inky water
completely runs off. Then rub with water diluted with lemon juice and
detergent, wash after 5 minutes.

Fruit: Stretch the stained area of your clothes on the top of a container and
pour cold water on it. Do not pour hot water on the stain. Wipe with cold water
and apply glycerine. Wait for 1-2 hours and rinse after wiping with a few drops
of white vinegar.

Grass stain: Rub the stained part with detergent. If the type of fabric is
suitable for use of lye, wash it with lye. Rub your woolen clothes with
alcohol.(For coloured ones, a mixture of 1 unit pure alcohol and 2 units of
water).

Oil Paint:The stain should be eliminated before it dries by applying thinner on
it. Then it should be rubbed with detergent and washed.

Burnt stain: If your cloth is suitable for use of lye, you can add lye into your
washing water. For woolen fabric, a cloth damped in oxygenated water should
be covered on the stain and it should be ironed with a dry cloth on it. It should
be washed after rinsing well.

SECTION 8: AVOIDING MINOR FAULTS

Use the trouble shooting information on the following pages to avoid minor
faults. If a repair is required , follow the steps below:

• Unplug the machine.

• Close the water tap.

• Contact a qualified engineer.

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FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE

Your machine does not
operate.

Your machine does not
receive water.

Your machine is not
draining water.

METHODS OF

ELIMINATION

It is unplugged.

Insert the plug into the
socket.

Your fuse is defected. Change your fuse.
Power is off.
Start/pause button has

not been pressed.
The program knob is in

O(off) status.
The door is not shut

properly.

Check the electric
power.

Press the start/pause
button.

Bring the program
knob on the desired
status.

Shut the door properly.
The door will click.

Water tap is closed. Open water tap.
The water inlet hose

may be bent.
The water inlet hose is

obstructed.
The valve inlet filter is

obstructed.
The door is not shut

properly.
The drain hose is

obstructed or bent.
The pump filter is

obstructed.

Check the water inlet
hose.

Clean the filters of
water inlet hose. (*)

Clean the valve inlet
filters. (*)

Shut the door properly.
The door will click.

Check the drain hose.

Clean the pump filter.
(*)

The feet of your

Your machine is
vibrating.

machine are not
adjusted.

Transportation screws
are not removed.

Adjust the feet. (**)
Remove transportation

screws. (**)

(*)See the section concerning the maintenance and cleaning of your machine.
(**)See the section concerning installations your machine.

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FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE

Your machine is
vibrating.

Excessive foam in the
detergent drawer.

There is a small
amount of clothes in
the machine.

Excessive amount of
clothes are filled in the
machine.

Your machine touches
a rigid object.

Too much detergent
has been used.

METHODS OF

ELIMINATION

It does not prevent
operation of the
machine.

Do not exceed the
recommended quantity
of clothes.

Prevent your machine
leaning on any other
surface.

Press the start/pause
button.In order to stop
the foam,dilute one
table-spoon of softener
in half liter of water and
pour it in the detergent
drawer.Press the
start/pause button after
5-10 minutes.Arrange
the amount of the
detergent properly in
the next washing
process.

The washing result is
poor.

Wrong detergent has
been used.

Your laundry is too
soiled for the program
you have selected.

The amount of
detergent used is not
sufficient.

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Use only the
detergents produced
for full automatic
machines.

Select a suitable
program. (see Table-1)

Use more detergent.

FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE

The washing result is
not good.

The water is drained
from the machine as
soon as it is filled.

No water is seen in the
drum during washing.

There are gray stains
on the clothes.

Clothes are exceeding
the maximum capacity.

Your water may be
hard.

Ensure the wash load
is suitable for the cycle.

The end of the water
drain hose is in a
position too low
according to the
machine.

No failure. The water is
at the lower part of the
drum.

These stains may be
caused by oil,cream or
ointment .

METHODS OF

ELIMINATION

Ensure the wash load
is suitable for the cycle.

Use the amount of
detergent according to the
declaration of the
detergent producer.

Spread the clothes
inside the machine
evenly.

Place the water drain
hose in an appropriate
height.(**)

-

In the next washing
operation, use the
maximum detergent
amount declared by
the detergent producer.

(**) See the section concerning instalations your machine.

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FAILURE PROBABLE CAUSE

The spining process is
not done or starts with
delay .

No failure. An
unbalanced load can
cause this.

METHODS OF

ELIMINATION

The unbalanced load
control system will try
to distribute your
clothes evenly. After
your clothes are
distributed the spining
process will
begin.Ensure the wash
load is suitable for the
spin cycle.

SECTION 9: AUTOMATIC FAILURE DETECTION SYSTEM

Your machine is equipped with systems which will both take the necessary
precautions and warn you in case of any failure by controlling itself constantly
during the washing processes.

FAILURE CODE

E-1

PROBABLE

FAILURE

The door is not
shut properly.

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THE PROCESS

TO BE DONE

Shut the door
properly so that
you hear the
click. If the
problem
persists, turn off
the machine
unplug and
contact a
qualified service
engineer.

FAILURE CODE

PROBABLE

FAILURE

THE PROCESS

TO BE DONE

Check the water

E-2

The water level
in your machine
is below heater.
The pressure of
your water
supply may be
low or locking.

supply to the
machine. If the
problem persists
turn off the
machine,unplug
it and contact a
qualified service
engineer.

The pump has

E-3

failed or the
pump filter is

Clean the pump
filter. (*)

obstructed.

(*) See the section regarding the maintenance and cleaning of your machine.

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FAILURE CODE

E-5

E-6

E-7

E-8

E-9

PROBABLE

FAILURE

The heater of your
machine or the
heat sensor has
failed.

The motor has
failed.

Configuration
error.

The motor has
failed.

The supply voltage
is too high or too
low.

THE PROCESS

TO BE DONE

Turn off the
machine,unplug
it and contact a
qualified service
engineer.

Turn off the
machine,unplug
it and contact a
qualified service
engineer.

Turn off the
machine,unplug
it and contact a
qualified service
engineer.

Turn off the
machine,unplug
it and contact a
qualified service
engineer.

If the supply
voltage is lower
than 150V or
higher than 260V,
your machine will
automatically stop.
When the network
voltage is
recovered, your
machine will
continue its
operation.

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SECTION 10: INTERNATIONAL WASHING SIGNS

Washing

temparature.

Hot iron. Do not iron.

Do not wash
(hand wash)

Lukewarm iron. Medium hot iron.

Do not tumble

dry.

Hang to dry.

Drip dry. Dry flat. Do not bleach. Handy to bleach.

All of these are dry cleaning symbols. The letters are
to instruct the cleaner what type of solvent to be used.
Garments bearing these symbols should not be
washed in your machine unless the label says
otherwise.

SECTION 11:TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

KVWA146SL

Rated voltage(V) 230
Rated power(W) 2200
Weight(kg) 65
Maximum dry laundry capacity (kg) 6

Recommended loading (kg) 5,5
Height (cm) 85
Width (cm) 59,6

Depth (cm) 54
Maximum spin cycle ( rpm ) 1400

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