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How to Use and Care for your
Washing Machine
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
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Introduction
Section A
Knowing your washing machine
Page
3
Parts of the washing machine
4
The different models
5,
6,
7,
8,
Section B
Washing instructions
Sort your washing into separate wash loads
10
Check your clothes to avoid damage
10
Load the washing machine
10
Add the detergent
11
Add fabric conditioner
11
Choose the water level
12
Choose the water temperature
12
Choose the wash programme
13
Section C
Additional features of your washing machine
Wash & soak or suds saver option
14
Suds return (single outlet hose), Rebalance indicator
15
Wash & soak option
15
Drip dry option
16
Wash action, Suds Save (two outlet hoses) Suds Return (two outlet hoses) 17
9
Section D
Caring for your washing machine
What to do after each wash
18
Cleaning the lint filter
18
Cleaning your washing machine
19
Removing your washing machine lid
19
Cleaning stains in the washbowl
20
Avoiding build up of undissolved detergent
20
For your safety
20
Section E
Handy washing hints
Yellowing or greying clothes
21
Stained clothes
21
A guide to stain removal
22
Section F
Don't call for service until you've
checked these points
23
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Suds Return
Pre Wash
Rebalance ip
drip dry/drain .
spin .c.Li
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Regular Wash
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Maxi Wash
deep rinse •
Non Colourfast
OPTIONS
Normal
spray rinse
Woollens
Delicates
GENTLE WASH °
spin
drip dry/drain •
deep rinse •
PRESS
down
PERMANENT PRESS Delkates
Durables
•
g7
HEAVY DUTY
•
deep rinm
•
drip dry/drain
in
spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
Introduction
Thank you for choosing this automatic washing machine.
You should read this booklet before you use your new washing machine.
This booklet gives you all the information you need to:
get the best washing results
* understand the features of your new washing machine
* care for your washing machine
* deal with washing problems.
You will see this helping hand on different pages of this booklet. It will show you how to
use your washing machine.
For example:
It will show where things are
on the washing machine.
It will show you what buttons to press and
dials to turn on the washing machine.
Wash Normal Drip
& Soak
Dry
3
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Fabric softener dispenser
Washbowl
Suds return hose
Lint filter
4
Section A Knowing your washing machine
Parts of the machine
This booklet talks about different parts of your washing machine.
The main ones you need to know are shown on the diagrams below.
Control Panel
Lid
Outlet Hose / Drain Hose
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The different models
e-opty
HEAVY DUTY
WATER LEVEL
Sets the water level
* High-Max level
* Med.-Middle level
* Low-Min. level
See page 12.
PROGRAMME
Controls the wash
programmes.
See page 13.
WASH TEMPERATURE
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
TEMPERATURE Z:eh
Cold
OPTIONS
Normal
WATER LEVEL
Low
•
W
oo
l
WATER LEVEL
WASH TEMPERATURE
There are different models of automatic washing machines.
Each model has different features and a different control panel. The diagrams on the next
few pages show what you will find on the control panel of your washing machine and what
the different buttons, knobs and lights are for.
Check the control panels for the one which matches your washing machine.
MODEL 450
MODEL 550
•
Drip
Dry
HEAVY D TY
Sets the water level
* High-Max level
* Med.-Middle level
Low-Min. level
See page 12.
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
Sets the Options:
* Drip Dry
See page 16.
Normal, use for all
programmes
except Drip Dry.
Controls the wash
programmes.
See page 13.
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Reset
High
TEMPERATURE knse
Hot
Col
•
Wool
told
WATER LEVEL
Low
•
M ed Worm•l •
Super Wash
•'cl°1
` Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
NORMAL WASH
Spin
drain
deep rinse .
Non Colourfast
spray rid
GENTLE WASH
Woollens
spray rinse
C•••....„.„...00.
• deep rinse
pin drain
Delicates
drum
4
deep rinse
spray rinse .
GENTLE WASH
Woollens
Super Wash
•
•*ak
Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
NORMAL WASH
Non Colourfast
•
spray rinse
0
4
• deep rinse
spin
rip rise
spin
Delicate
OPTIONS
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PROGRAMME
RE-BALANCE LIGHT
OPTIONS
Rebalance 0
WATER LEVEL
Low
TEMPERATURE IIIRtek
Cold
C
Cold
Cold
•
Wool
flh/Normalk;ip
OPTIONS
WATER LEVEL
WASH TEMPERATURE
See page 12.
Sets the Options:
*Wash & Soak
See page 14.
Indicates an
out of balance
during spin.
See page 15.
*Controls the wash
Programmes.
See page 13.
* Suds return
See page 15.
Sets the water level
*
High-Max level
•
Med.-Middle level
*
Low-Min. level
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
* Drip Dry. See page 16.
* Suds Save. See page 14.
* Normal, use for all
programmes except
Drip Dry.
See page 12.
Indicates an
out of balance
during spin
See page 15.
* Controls the wash
Programmes.
See page 13.
*Suds return
See page 15.
Sets the water level
* High-Max level
* Med.-Middle level
*
Low-Min. level
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
Sets the Options:
*Drip Dry. See page 16.
* Suds Save. See page 14.
* Normal, use for all
programmes except
Drip Dry.
MODEL 540
OPTIONS
Normal
Rebalance 0
.1 Suds,
Save
•
DDy
ip
MODEL 541
WATER LEVEL
.
med
Wei
onind
con-cotv4-
WASH TEMPERATURE
HEAVY DUTY
OPTIONS
RE-BALANCE LIGHT
PROGRAMME
WATER LEVEL
Low
Reset
High
TEMPERATURE
RAS'
Ht
Co
ld
spray rinse
Woollens
Delicates
GENTLE WASH
drip dry/drain •
\deep rinse •
cool down'
PERMANENT PRESS Delicates
Durables
spin
drip dry/drain .
deep rinse •
Suds Return
Pre Wash
9,°Lc,
Mem Wash
;",,, Regular Wash
Non Colourfast
spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
' deep rinse
•
drip dry/drain
spin
6
Suds Return
drip dry/drain :
Pin
deep rinse •
spray rinse •
Woollens
Delicates
GENTLE WASH °
spin
drip dry/drain •
\ deep rinse •
cooI down
PERMANENT PRESS Delicates 0
Durables
Super Wash
s°°k
Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
Non Colourfast
spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
•
deep rinse
•
drip dry/drain
spin
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WATER LEVEL
TEMPERATURE In!
Hot
Low
Cold
Warm
•
M.d Cold •
•
Wool
Reset •
pin
drain
deep rinse .
GENRE WASH
spray rinse
Woollens
Delicates
spin
Super Wash
•"°k
Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
NORMAL WASH
Non Colourfast
•
spray rinse
•
drain
deep rinse
TEMPERATURE 'Rtel
'
Hot
Cold
•
Wool
Cold
Reset •
High
WATER LEVEL
Low
•
medw&rM•
Super Wash
•"°k
Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
in
drain
deep rinse .
GENTLE WASH
spray rinse
Woollens
Delicates
spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
Non Colourfast
OPTIONS
Normal
•
DBrri,F
MODEL 650
Cold
Cold
HEAVY DUTY
WASH TEMPERATURE
WATER LEVEL
PROGRAMME
Sets the water level
•
High-Max level
* Med.-Middle level
Low-Min. level
See page 12.
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
*Controls the wash
Programmes.
See page 13.
MODEL 750
HEAVY D TY
WATER LEVEL
Sets the water level
*
High-Max level
* Med.-Middle level
*
Low-Min. level
See page 12.
WASH TEMPERATURE
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
OPTIONS
Sets the Options:
* Drip Dry. See page 16.
* Normal, use for all
programmes except
Drip Dry.
PROGRAMME
*Controls the wash
Programmes.
See page 13.
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WATER LEVEL
Low
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TEMPERATURE vRteh
Z
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•
Wool
OPTIONS
PROGRAMME
WATER LEVEL
RE-BALANCE LIGHT
WASH TEMPERATURE
MODEL 740
Suds Return
0
Sumr:/ash
w h
spin
Raegula
a
rsWash
Rebalance 0
drip dry/drain .
deep rinse •
Non Colourfast
GENTLE WASH
spray rinse ,
Woollens
Delicates
Reset
High
Cold
Cold
spin
drip dry/drain •
deep rinse •
cool down
PERMANENT PRESS
Delicates
Durables
•
deep rinse
drip dry/drain
spin
OPTIONS
&^c1,gth/N°r^-){,,°iP
, spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
OPTIONS
PROGRAMME
WATER LEVEL
RE-BALANCE LIGHT
WASH TEMPERATURE
MODEL 741
OPTIONS
Normal
WATER LEVEL
Low
Non Colourfast
Rebalance 0
drip dry/drain
deep rinse •
GENTLE WASH
spray rinse ,
Woollens
Delicates 0
drip dry/drain .
deep rinse •
, spray rinse
001
Suds,
Save
NORMAL WASH
Reset •
•
deep rinse
•
drip dry/drain
spin
High
0
cool down
Delicates •
PERMANENT PRESS
Durables
EAVY DUTY
Suds Return
Pre Wash
.oic, Maxi Wash
sMi?..VAJ;Ifi7 Regular Wash
TEMPERATURE 'av
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'
Ord
Sets the water level
*
High-Max level
•
Med.-Middle level
*Low-Min. level
See page 12.
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
Sets the Options:
*Wash & Soak
See page 14.
* Drip Dry. See page 16.
* Suds Save. See page 14.
*Normal, use for all
programmes except
Drip Dry.
Indicates an
out of balance
during spin.
See page 15.
▪
Controls the wash
Programmes.
See page 13.
*Suds return
See page 15.
Sets the water level
*
High-Max level
* Med.-Middle level
* Low-Min. level
See page 12.
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
Sets the Options:
* Wash & Soak
See page 14.
*Drip Dry. See page 16.
*Suds Save. See page 14.
*Normal, use for all
programmes except
Drip Dry.
Indicates an
out of balance
during spin.
See page 15.
Controls the wash
programmes.
See page 13.
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drip dry/drain r
in
deep
rinse
GENTLE WASH
spray rin
,
a •
Woollens
Delicates 0
spin
drip dry/drain •
deep rinse •
PERMANENT PRESS
cool down •
Delicates
to
Durables
Super Wash
Maxi
Wash
Regular Wash
Non Colourfast
. spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
•
deep rinse
•
drip dry/drain
pin
WATER LEVEL
Low
TEMPERATURE Rosh
Hot
Cold
•
•
Wool
ACTION
Regular Gentle
OPTIONS
Norma
Drip
Norma
Warm
ed Cold •
High
Power Suds Return
(
OPTIONS
ACTION
0
spin 90
Regular Gentle
Soper Wash
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c
'Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
Non Colourfast
WATER LEVEL
Low
Suds Drip
Save Norma Dry
d
Warm •
Cold
Cold
. spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
•
deep rinse
•
drip dry/drain
pin
High
TEMPERATURE
r,:eh
Hot
Cold
•
Wool
drip dry/drain
deep rinse •
"S\
GENTLE WASH
spray rinse .
Woollens
Delicates
spin
PERMANENT PRESS
root down • %
deep rinse
drip dry/drain •
Delicates
Durables
MODEL 551, 751
WATER LEVEL
WASH TEMPERATURE
ACTION
OPTIONS
PROGRAMME
Sets the water level
High-Max level
* Med.-Middle level
Low-Min. level
See page 12.
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
Sets the wash
action.
See page 17.
Sets the Options:
Drip Dry. See page 16.
*Normal, use for all
programmes except
Drip Dry.
Controls the wash
Programmes.
See page 13.
MODEL 552, 752
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WASH TEMPERATURE
WASH ACTION
OPTIONS
PROGRAMME
Sets the water level
* High-Max level
Med.-Middle leVel
Low-Min. level
See page 12.
Sets temperature of
wash and rinse water.
See page 12.
*Sets the wash
action.
See page 17.
Sets the Options:
*Suds Save, See page 17.
Drip Dry. See page 16.
-*Normal, use for, all
programmes except
Drip Dry.
Controls the wash
Programmes.
See page 13.
Suds return
See page 17.
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Section B Washing instructions
Follow the instructions in this section for the best washing results.
Sort your washing into separate wash loads
Each load of washing should contain clothing which needs the
same washing conditions. For example, you should not wash
delicate clothes with very dirty work clothes.
Some fabrics are lint collectors and can pick up lint, dirt and colour
from other fabrics, which are lint producers. Some examples are
listed below.
LINT COLLECTORS
LINT PRODUCERS
Corduroy
Towels
Synthetics
Nappies
Permanent press fabrics
Chenille / Candlewick
Make sure that you wash lint collectors separately from lint
producers.
Check your clothes to avoid damage
Empty all pockets.
Close all hooks and zippers to avoid snagging clothes.
Wash bras, pantyhose and other delicates in a mesh laundry bag
which you can purchase from your supermarket.
Load the washing machine
When loading the clothes into your washing machine, there are
four things to remember:
1.
Clothes must be loaded evenly around the agitator.
2.
Clothes must not be wrapped around the agitator.
3.
The washing machine must not be overloaded. Clothes must
be able to move around during the washing cycle.
4.
The load should contain only two or three large items,
eg sheets. The rest of the load should be small items.
A mixed load of large and small items will wash cleaner than
a load of large items.
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Add the detergent
When adding detergent to your washing machine, there are five
things to remember:
1.
Think about:
•
the type of dirt in the items to be washed
•
the size of your load
*
the hardness of the water in your local area
2.
Use only good quality detergents and only oxygen bleaches.
3.
Carefully follow the instructions on the detergent or oxygen
bleach bottle or packet.
4.
Mix powder or liquid detergent in one litre of hot or warm
water.
5.
Add the pre-mixed detergent to the wash load.
Don't do these things:
Don't use too little detergent because you will get a poor
wash.
Don't use too much detergent because this may lead to
problems, eg too many suds.
Having a lot of suds in the washing machine does not
necessarily mean that the correct amount of detergent is
being used.
Some detergents do not produce suds at all.
*
Don't use soap based products in your washing machine.
Don't use chlorine bleach with laundry powders or liquid
detergents.
Add fabric conditioner
Fabric conditioners help make clothes softer and fluffier and reduce
static so that clothes do not cling to you when you are wearing them.
When adding fabric conditioner to your washing machine, there are
three things to remember:
1.
Carefully follow the instructions on the fabric conditioner
bottle or packet.
2.
Mix conditioner with an equal amount of warm water but
only mix enough to fill the cup in the top of the agitator.
The fabric conditioner cup holds 90nnl.
3.
Pour the mixed conditioner into the cup in the top of the
agitator. The conditioner will automatically be dispensed
before the deep rinse cycle.
Don't do these things:
Don't spill the conditioner onto the clothes because it may
stain them.
*
Don't overfill the cup in the top of the agitator because the
conditioner may mix with the detergent and stain your
clothes.
*
Don't stop the washing machine during the spray rinse cycle
when using a fabric conditioner.
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Choose the water level
Water level
Different models of washing machines have different control
panels. Check the control panel layouts in the first section of this
booklet.
When you are choosing the water level, there are three things to
remember:
1.
Choose the water level by turning the water level knob.
You can select:
•
LOW
water level
•
MEDIUM
water level
•
HIGH
water level
or any level in between.
2.
Use only the water you need.
3.
If you want to add more water after the wash cycle has
started you must turn the water level knob to
RESET
and then
turn the knob to the new level that you want. The machine
will stop, fill to the new level and start again.
Choose the water temperature
Different models of washing machines have different control
panels. Check the control panel layouts in the first section of this
booklet.
When you are choosing the temperature, there are four things to
remember.
1.
Choose the water temperature by turning the temperature
knob.
2.
The temperature knob shows the temperature of the water for
wash and rinse cycles.
3.
The WOOL setting will give you a warm wash and a warm
rinse.
4.
The temperature of warm water will depend on the
temperature and the pressure of your water supply. The
recommended temperature for WARM is 40°C. You can adjust
the flow rate of the water supply to adjust the WARM
temperature.
IMPORTANT:
Some hot water supplies are too hot and can damage your washing
machine. Make sure that your hot water supply is not hotter than
70°C. If your water supply is too hot you may need to fit a
temperature limiting valve. This must be fitted by a qualified
plumber.
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Choose the wash programme
When you are choosing the wash programme, PUSH the knob in,
and then turn it CLOCKWISE.
PULL the knob out to start the washing machine.
Suds Return
Pre Wash
.21,
Maxi Wash
spiiioli*Lii•ril
Regular Wash
drip dry/drain .
deep rinse
Non Colourfast
GENTLE WASH
spray rinse .
Woollens
Delicates
spin
drip dry/drain •
deep rinse
cool down
?-
0
Delicates •
PERMANENT PRESS
Durables
NORMAL WASH
The different wash programmes are explained below.
•
deep rinse
Some of the wash programmes are not available on all washing machines.
drip dry/drain
spin
Check the control panel layouts in the first section of this booklet.
pray rinse
IMPORTANT:
Do not turn the knob anticlockwise
Do not turn the knob while the washing machine is operating.
Wash Programme
Recommended
Using the programme
Wash Action
water temperature
(Where fitted)
PREWASH
Hot or warm
• Select this programme for very dirty laundry.
Only some machines
• The washing machine will start a wash cycle
and then stop to allow soaking.
Regular
•
Select another wash cycle to continue
washing. (eg Regular wash)
SUPERWASH
Hot or warm
• Select this programme for very dirty laundry.
Approx. Wash Time 28-31 mins.
• The washing machine will stop for 4 to 6 minutes
Regular
Only some machines
to soak the load and then it will continue through
the cycle.
MAXIWASH
Hot or warm
• Select this programme for a normally soiled
Only some machines
cotton wash load.
Regular
Approx. Wash Time 22-23 mins.
NOTE: Select the required wash time according
to the degree of soil in the clothes.
REGULAR
Hot or warm
• Select this programme for a normally soiled
Approx. Wash Time 16-19 mins.
cotton wash load.
Regular
NON COLOURFAST
Cold
• Select this programme for non colourfast items.
Approx. Wash Time 5-7 mins.
Only some machines
Regular
PERMANENT PRESS
Warm
• Select this programme for permanent press
Durables
clothes, eg polyester shirts, skirts and trousers.
Gentle
Approx. Wash Time 6-8 mins.
Only some machines
PERMANENT PRESS
Warm
• Select this programme for permanent press
Delicates
Ladies nighties, blouses etc.
Gentle
Approx. Wash Time 3-5 mins.
Only some machines
DELICATES
Warm
• Select this programme for lingerie, lace trimmed
Approx. Wash Time 6-7 mins.
and embroidered items.
Gentle
WOOLLENS
Wool
• Select this programme for woollen clothes.
Approx. Wash Time 2-3 mins.
• Only wash woollen fabrics which are labelled
Gentle
Machine Washable.
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OPTIONS
Normal
Suds Return
drip
4,Y/drain
.'
4"
deep rinse
GENTLE WASH
"raY
4,44
Woollens
Delicate.
0
,
drip dryjotroin •
deep rinse
Reg
oxi Wash
ular
Noa'61tithist
coo; dorm
PERMANENT PRESS
Delicate
s
pvrobleu
Suds
Save•
Wish
N
ormal. -00p
Section C Additional features of your washing machine
Some models of washing machine have additional features which are described
in this section.
Jj
Wash & soak or suds save option
With some Models you can save the soapy water and re-use it for
another wash.
JL
On some washing machines this is called WASH & SOAK and on
other washing machines it is called SUDS SAVE.
IMPORTANT:
You cannot save water in the PERMANENT
PRESS cycle because this programme uses extra
water to cool the wash load. This extra water
could flood your laundry.
How to save your wash water.
(For washing machines fitted with one outlet hose)
1.
Set the options control knob or button to SUDS SAVE or
WASH & SOAK.
2.
Put the plug in your laundry tub.
3.
Put the washing machine drain hose into the laundry tub.
4.
Select your wash programme and pull out the knob to start
the washing machine.
5.
When your washing machine stops at the end of the WASH
cycle, reset the options control knob or button to NORMAL.
The washing machine will now pump the water into your
laundry tub.
IMPORTANT:
If your laundry tub is not big enough, your laundry
may be flooded. A standpipe or overflow drain can
be fitted. Standpipes (Part No. 0336-001-726) are
available from your nearest Service Centre.
6.
When all the water has been pumped into your laundry tub,
put the washing machine hose back into the drain outlet so
that the rinse water can be pumped away. The washing
machine will then complete the washing programme.
sh
Normal Drip
0
IMPORTANT:
If you don't put the hose back in the drain outlet,
the water can overflow from your laundry tub or
go back into your washing machine.
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So4i. Refum
Pre
Wash
t
e
l „9
.1 0
Maxi Wash
dap dry/drain .
spm
Regular Wash
deep rinse •
Non
Colourfast
71ENTLE WASH
spray asses .
oviwripft
Woollens
Delicates
drip
dry/drain
PERMANENT PRESS cater
Durables' `:
NORtaal WASH
• deep rime
drip Ay/drain
Suds Return
How to re-use your wash water (Suds Return)
Single outlet hose
1.
Put the washing machine drain hose into the laundry tub.
2.
Make sure that there are no clothes in the washing machine
and close the lid.
3.
Make sure that the hot and cold taps are turned on.
4.
Turn the programme control knob to SUDS RETURN and pull
out the knob. The washing machine will let some water into
the bowl and will then pump it out to clear any air from the
hose. Then the saved water will be siphoned back into the
washing machine.
5.
Allow time for the water to be siphoned back into the
washing machine because it is a slow process. The water will
continue to siphon until the levels in the tub and the washing
machine are the same.
6.
When the washing machine has stopped siphoning, push the
programme knob in.
7.
Put the washing machine drain hose back in the drain outlet.
8.
Empty the laundry tub.
Rebalance indicator
Some models have a rebalance indicator light. This light tells you
that the washing load has become unbalanced while the washing
machine was spinning.
What to do when the rebalance indicator light comes on
1.
Open the lid.
2.
Redistribute the washing load evenly around the bowl.
3.
Close the lid and the washing machine should restart.
IMPORTANT:
If you open the lid while the machine is
operating, the rebalance indicator light will come
on. This is normal and it does not mean that the
load is unbalanced. When you close the lid, the
washing machine will restart.
Wash & soak option
With Models 540 and 740 you can soak your washing before
completing the wash programme.
How to soak your washing
1.
Set the option control button to WASH & SOAK.
2.
Turn the programme control knob to any wash programme
(except PERMANENT PRESS) and pull out the knob to start
the washing machine.
The washing machine will stop at the end of the wash cycle and
you can soak the load for as long as you like.
3.
Set the options control button to NORMAL. The washing
machine will then complete the wash programme.
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Suds Return
A
drip dry/drain .
spit41
0
U
deep rinse •
GENTLE WASH
spray nnse .
Woollens
Delicates
spin
p dry/drain •
deep rinse •
cool doom
Tim
MANENT PRESS
Del 1'
P:rabies
OPTIONS
Wash Normal Drip
Normal
& Soak
Dry
Super Wash
t.°I'Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
Non Colourfast
.spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
•
deep rinse
•
drip dry/drain
spin
OPTIONS
Drip
Normal Dry
Drip Dry Option
Suds
•
Models 550, 540, 541, 750, 740 and 741 have a drip dry option.
This option allows you to take drip dry clothes out of the washing
machine while they are still wet before the final spin cycle.
How to use the drip dry option
1.
Set the options control knob or button to DRIP DRY.
2.
Turn the programme control knob to any wash programme
and pull out the knob to start the washing machine.
The washing machine will stop at the end of the DEEP RINSE cycle
and you can remove any drip dry clothes while they are wet.
Set the options control knob or button to NORMAL. The
washing machine will then complete the wash programme.
IMPORTANT:
The final spin cycle will
NOT
operate if you have
selected the DRIP DRY option and you have not
reset the options control knob or button to
NORMAL.
Drip
Dry
Drip Dry Option
Models 551, 552, 751, 752
Select this option if you want to take drip dry clothes out of the
washing machine while they are still set before the final spin.
How to use the DRIP DRY option,
1.
Press the DRIP DRY button
2.
Turn the programme control knob to the wash
programme and pull out the knob to start the washing
machine.
3.
Open the lid, Remove the drip dry clothes.
4.
Close the lid and press the Option button to NORMAL.
The washing machine will now pump out the remaining
water and complete the cycle.
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ACTION
OPTIONS
Drip
Regular Gentle
Normal Dry
ACTION
OPTIONS
Suds
Drip
Save Normo Dry
Regular Gentle
Power Suds Return
spin
drip dry/drain .
deep rinse
GENTLE WASH
spray rinse .
Woollens
Delicates
spin
drip dr /drain •
deep rinse •
PERMANENT PRESS cool dowT, .
Delicates
Durables
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D
.
Wash
"Maxi Wash
Regular Wash
Non Colourfast
spray rinse
NORMAL WASH
•
deep rinse
•
drip dry/drain
pin
Wash Action
Models 551, 552, 751, 752
Suds Save
The WASH ACTION button allows you to select between a
GENTLE wash action and a REGULAR wash action. Press the
GENTLE WASH buton if you require a less vigorous washing
action for the fabric type you are washing.
Note:
REGULAR ACTION cannot be selected for Permanent Press
Delicates or Woollens.
On models fitted with two outlet hoses you can automatically
save the sudsy wash water into your laundry trough.
Models 552, 752
Note:
You cannot save the wash water in the Permanent Press cycle.
To automatically save the wash water:
1.
Place the plug or the overflow standpipe in the outlet drain
of the trough.
2.
Press the SUDS SAVE buton.
Your washing machine will now pump the sudsy wash
water into the Laundry trough at the end of the wash cycle.
Rinse water will be pumped down the drain.
The washing machine will complete the wash cycle
automatically.
IMPORTANT:
Recommended size for Laundry troughs are:
Large washing machine 104 litres
Medium washing machine 70 litres
If your laundry trough is not big enough to hold all of the wash
water, a stand pipe or overflow drain can be fitted.
Standpipes (Part No. 0336-001-726) are available from your
nearest Service Centre.
To Return the Suds
Models 552, 752
On models that have two outlet hoses, to return the save
water to the washing machine proceed as follows:
1.
Make sure both hot and cold water taps are on.
2.
Make sure there are no clothes in the washing machine.
3.
Turn the programme control knob to POWER SUDS
RETURN.
4.
Pull out the knob.
The washing machine will now start the water return cycle
letting some water into the wash bowl and then pumping it
out to clear any air from the hose.
The water in the trough will then be pumped back into the
washing machine.
Note:
This is a normal process, DO NOT turn the washing
machine off during this process.
5.
Remove the plug or overflow standpipe from the trough.
You may now load the washing machine with clothes and
select your wash programme.
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18
SQUEEZE TABS
AND PUSH IN.
SQUEEZE TABS
TOGETHER AND
PUSH OUT
Section D Caring for your washing machine
Your washing machine will give you long and trouble-free service, if you follow the
instructions in this section. These instructions show you how to care for your washing
machine.
What to do after each wash
1.
Turn off the electricity at the power point.
2.
Turn off the water taps.
Cleaning the lint filter
Lint is a collection of threads and fluff which comes off your clothes
during washing. Your washing machine collects this lint in the lint
filter. It is important to clean out this lint filter preferably after each
wash.
How to clean the lint filter
1.
Remove the conditioner dispenser cup and filter column from
the centre of the agitator.
2.
Unclip the filter bag from the column.
3.
Turn the bag inside out and remove the lint.
4.
Wash the filter bag and dispenser cup in hot water.
5.
Reassemble the filter to the column and place it back in the
centre of the agitator.
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Cleaning your washing machine
To clean the inside and outside of your washing machine you
should:
1.
Wipe the surfaces with a mild dishwashing detergent
and warm water.
2.
Wipe dry with a soft cloth.
IMPORTANT:
Never use solvents, aerosol cleaners, spray pack
cleaners, metal polishers, caustic materials,
scourers or general household cleaners on the
plastic control panel or other parts of your
washing machine.
Removing your washing machine lid
You can remove the lid of your washing machine for easy cleaning.
How to remove the lid
1.
Hold the lid in a vertical position.
2.
Lift the right hand end and then move the lid to the right.
The hinge will come away from the top panel.
How to replace the lid
1.
Hold the lid in a vertical position.
2.
Put the left hand hinge into the hinge hole of the top panel.
3.
Put the right hand hinge into the hinge slot and close the lid.
IMPORTANT:
If the electrical cord of this appliance is damaged,
it must be replaced by the Manufacturer,
Authorised Service Agent or similarly qualified
person in order to avoid a hazard.
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Cleaning stains in the wash bowl
Stains in the wash bowl can be caused by:
metal objects such as bobby pins, dressmaking pins and nails
*
salt
IMPORTANT:
Check all pockets before loading clothes into your
washing machine.
Don't leave wet clothing (especially swimwear) in
the bowl for too long before you wash it.
How to clean the stainless steel washbowl
Wipe with a cleaning product which is marked suitable for
stainless steel.
IMPORTANT:
Never use bleach cleaners or steel wool.
Avoiding build up of undissolved detergents
If you only wash with cold water, undissolved detergent and body
oils will build up in the washing machine. This build-up can cause
spotting on your clothes.
To avoid this build-up:
*
do not use too much fabric softener with cold water
*
select a hot water wash at least once a month.
What to do if there is spotting on your clothes
1.
Put 250 grams of Epsom Salts into the washbowl.
2.
Fill the washing machine with HOT water and agitate for one
minute.
3.
Leave the water in the washing machine for 3 hours.
4.
Agitate for 5 minutes.
5.
Pump the water out.
6.
Rinse the washing machine twice with cold water.
For your safety:
If you have a mains pressure hot water service and it has not been
used for two or three weeks:
Before using the washing machine it is recommended that a hot
water tap close to the washing machine be turned on and the
water allowed to flow for a couple of minutes. This will allow
any gas pressure that has built up over the period of non use to
be discharged.
*
For further details please refer to your hot water service
installation instruction and owners guide.
*
This washing machine is not intended for use by young children
or infirm persons without supervision.
*
Young children shoud be supervised to ensure that they do not
play with the appliance.
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What to do
Problem
Possible causes
•
Incorrect wash times and using
insufficient detergent which
can cause redepositing of
detergent on clothes
•
Using too much detergent can
cause poor rinsing and poor
spin performance
•
Using soap flakes instead of
laundry detergent
•
Mixing whites with very dirty
clothes, eg work clothes
1 Add three quarters of a cup of
water softener, eg
Calgon
to
the water with one cup of
ammonia
or
oxygen bleach
2 Wash the load through a
NORMAL wash programme using
hot water
If the water is very dirty or
very sudsy, repeat 1 and 2 above
GREYNESS
•
A build-up of oils in clothes
that comes into close contact
with the skin, eg underwear,
T-shirts, etc
•
Ageing of clothes
•
Iron deposits in the wash water
1 Add three quarters of a cup of
water softener, eg
Calgon
to
the water with half to one cup
of oxygen bleach
2 Wash the load through a NORMAL
wash programme using hot water
YELLOWING
•
Use of chlorine bleaches on
fabrics with resin finishes
•
Incorrect drying
•
Incorrect water temperatures
ie too hot or too cold
If the water is very dirty or
very sudsy, repeat
1
and 2 above
Synthetics which have been
washed in very hot water will not
respond to any treatment.
Section E Handy washing hints
This section gives you some help in dealing with washing problems.
Yellowing or greying clothes
Stained clothes
Hints for removing stains
Treat all stains as soon as possible. The longer you leave a stain
the harder it will be to remove.
Try soakers and stain removers first.
IMPORTANT:
Use stain removers in well ventilated areas and
away from your washing machine.
Avoid the use of hot water on stains as hot water will set stains.
Use light strokes and don't rub the stain remover into the fabric.
If you use a chlorine bleach, follow the instructions on the bottle
and dilute it before putting it on clothing.
Test coloured fabrics on an inside seam for colour fastness
before using any stain removers or bleaches.
* Test synthetic fabrics on an inside seam before using any
chemicals or bleaches.
IMPORTANT:
Do not use dry cleaning fluids near your washing
machine. These fluids will damage your washing
machine and may cause an explosion.
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CHOCOLATE
COFFEE /,TEA
(milk or cre4
PAINT
(oil based
A guide to stain removal
Treat stains as soon as
possible. The longer they are left the harder they
are to remove. The following
information may assist you in stain removal.
-
Note: Some chemicals referred to are only available from chemists.
White cotton and Linens
Washable Coloured Fabrics
BALL POINT PEN INK
Sponge with methylated spirit.
Same as for whites but omit bleach.
Bleach if necessary.
BLOOD, MEAT JUICE, EGG Cover area with meat tenderiser
Same as for whites but select water
(dry stain)
(MSG). Apply warm water to make
temperature suitable to fabric.
a paste. Wait 15-30 minutes. Sponge
Use oxygen bleach.
with cool water or with diluted bleach.
Same as for whites but select water
temperature suitable to fabric.
Use oxygen bleach.
BLOOD, MEAT JUICE, EGG Rinse in cold water. If stain remains
(fresh stain)
sprinkle with meat tenderiser (MSG).
55 Let stand 15 to 20 minutes. If stain
still remains, then sponge with
diluted bleach. Launder in hot water.
CANDLE WAX
Scrape off excess, place stain between
Same as for whites — use oxygen
clean white blotter or several layers
type bleach.
of facial tissue. Sponge with dry
cleaning fluid. If spot remains, bleach.
CHEWING GUM
Rub with ice to harden. Scrape off
excess with dull knife. Sponge
with dry cleaning fluid.
Soak in warm water with pre-soak
product, and wash in lukewarm
water. Use solvent to remove any
grease spots.
Rinse or soak in cold water. Work
detergent into stain. Thoroughly
rinse and dry. If a stain remains,
sponge with dry cleaning fluid. If
stain remains, bleach.
Same as for whites.
Soak in warm water with pre-soak
or detergent solution. Bleach remaining
stain.
Same method — use oxygen type bleach.
COFFEE / TEA (black)
) Pour boiling water through stain.
Soak or rinse in cold water or sponge
FRUIT
JUICE, WINE
Bleach if necessary.
with warm water and detergent. Use
oxygen type bleach.
FAT, GREASE, OIL
Sponge with safe home dry
Same as for whites.
cleaning fluid (White Spirits).
FRUIT
Sponge with warm water and wash.
Pour boiling water through stain. Bleach
Bleach remaining stain with oxygen
remaining stain.
bleach.
GRASS, GREEN
Sponge with methylated spirit.
Same as for Whites. Check colourfastness
VEGETABLES
Wash in warm suds.
before applying methylated spirit. For
acetate, sponge with dry cleaning fluid.
ICE CREAM,
CREAM MILK Rinse or soak in cold water and
Same as for whites.
launder. If ice cream contains fruit
or chocolate treat stains as such.
IODINE
Wash in hot suds
Wash in warm suds.
IRON RUST
LIPSTICK
Apply oxalic acid and place in sun.
Rub with lard and wash in hot suds.
Bleach if necessary.
Apply lemon juice and place in sun.
Rub with lard and wash in warm suds.
MILDEW
Wash in hot suds. Moisten with lemon
Same as for whites but select water
juice and let dry in sun. If stain persists,
temperature suitable to fabric.
bleach. Old stains are hard to remove.
MUSTARD::
.
Wash in hot suds and bleach.
Same as for whites but use water
temperature to suit fabric.
Sponge with acetone, dry cleaning fluid
or nail polish remover.
Bleach to remove dye.
Scrape off fresh paint. Soften dry paint
with lard or oil, then sponge with
turpentine (turps).
Sponge with dry cleaning remover.
Same as for whites.
RED WINE
Rub salt into the stain. Pour boiling
Same as for whites.
water through stain. Bleach if necessary.
SCORCH
Moisten and place in sunlight.
Usually a permanent stain. Brush wools
Bleach if necessary.
lightly with sandpaper.
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Section F
Don't call for service until you've checked these points
IMPORTANT:
If you call for service and there is nothing wrong with your washing
machine, you will have to pay for the service call. You will have to pay
even when your washing machine is under warranty.
Before you call for service, check the points in the table below.
Problem
Possible causes
What to do
Washing machine
•
Power not switched on
not working.
•
No electricity supply through
the power point
•
Water taps not turned on
•
Out of balance switch off
•
Machine not switched on
•
Switch on power point
•
Check power point with another
appliance
•
Turn on taps
•
Open lid, redistribute load and close lid.
•
Pull timer knob out
Washing machine
has washed load
but will not spin.
Water in washbowl.
•
Option button set on DRIP DRY
•
REBALANCE light is on
•
Option button set on
WASH & SOAK
•
Set option button to NORMAL
•
Open lid, redistribute load and close lid.
•
Set option button to NORMAL
Washing machine
will not fill
with water.
•
Water taps not turned on
•
Inlet hoses blocked
•
Programme not at start
of wash programme
•
Turn
taps on
•
Clean tap filters / washers
•
Turn programme knob to start of
wash cycle
Washing machine
goes out of balance
or vibrates when
spinning.
•
Machine not level
•
Levelling feet not adjusted
•
Clothes not evenly distributed
•
Too much water for load size
•
Make the machine level
•
Adjust feet to touch the floor
•
Redistribute clothes evenly
•
Reduce water level
Water on floor
•
Loose inlet hose connections
•
Incorrect water level for size
of load
•
Condensation from hot water
•
Spin cycle selected before
water pumped out
•
Check connections at taps and rear
of machine
•
Use low water level for small loads
•
Reduce water temperature
•
Select DRAIN before spin cycle
Clothes still dirty
after wash
programme.
•
Not enough or no detergent
•
Too many clothes in load
•
Incorrect wash programme or
temperature selected
•
Incorrect water level selected
•
Wash action set on Gentle
•
Check detergent use and rewash clothes
•
Remove some clothes and rewash
•
Reselect programme or temperature
•
Use a higher water level and
rewash clothes
•
Select Regular wash action (where fitted)
Scraping noise
on spin.
•
Bra wire caught between inner
and outer washbowls
•
If bra wire visible, remove with pliers
•
Use a wash bag in future
Humming, clicking
•
Rotational spin at start of wash • Normal noise
and banging
•
Brake lever release and retract • Normal noise
noises.
noise when lid is opened
during spin cycle
Water flowing
into washbowl
indefinitely,
•
Drain hose too low
•
Raise drain hose
•
Fit a syphon break
Should you require further instructions in the use and care of your washing machine please contact
the CUSTOMER CARE CENTRE on the phone number listed:
Australia
1300 363 640 8am to 5pm EST Monday to Friday.
New Zealand
(09) 573 2220 8am to 5pm Monday to Friday.
If you have a warranty or spare parts enquiry you should call the number listed on the warranty card.
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Part No. 616-200-436
Rev. 8/98
Simpson Pty Limited
ACN 007 874 222
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Ho
(Less than
t
709
Cold
3/4" BSP
Thread
32mm diameter
Extended Floor Drain
or 70 Litre Trough
Fit Legs or Wheels
(if supplied).
Legs to be fitted
to machine if floor
is not level
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS -
MEDIUM WASHING MACHINES
Thank you for buying this Washing Machine. It has been made for self installation by the customer.
Your dealer, Authorised Service Centres or service technician can install it if you wish,
BUT YOU WILL HAVE TO PAY A FEE.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE
TO THE WASHING MACHINE WHICH MAY NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY.
INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS
1.
Electrical:
a properly earthed three pin power point
not more than 1500mm from the washing machine.
DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD.
2.
Water:
cold and hot water taps with 3/4" BSP threads
less than 800mm from the back of the washing
machine and at least 1150mm from the floor.
Longer inlet hoses can be purchased from EMAIL
Spare Parts Centres or Authorised Service Centres if
the taps are further away.
If the HOT water temperature exceeds 70°C then a
tempering valve must be fitted.
Your local Plumber can advise you on this.
Water pressures between 20-1400kPa are acceptable.
3.
Area:
a floor area of 600mm wide by 630mm deep is
required. The floor should be firm and have a slope of
less than 20mm in 600mm. If you have cupboards
above the washing machine then these should be at
least 1350mm from the floor. A 30mm gap is required
underneath the washing machine when installed on a
carpeted floor.
4.
Drain:
A storage trough that will hold 70 litres is
required if you are going to save all of the suds (wash)
water. A drain either in the floor or trough which can
take a flow of 30 litres per minute is required. The
floor drain must be at least 900mm high and 32mm in
diameter and less than 300mm from the side of the
washing machine. Longer drain hoses can be
purchased from EMAIL Spare Parts Centres or
Authorised Service Centres if required.
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Legs or heels
to be fitted as
indicated
INSTALLATION
1.
Open the lid and remove the cardboard packing,
accessories and hoses (if not already fitted) from the
washbowl. Replace the cardboard packing and close
the lid.
2.
Cut the plastic straps on the wooden baseboards
(See fig. 1) and pull the cut strap out from under the
washing machine.
If the straps are stuck, remove them at step 4.
3.
Lay some of the corner posts (from the carton) on the
floor. Sit the washing machine over the corner posts
so that the baseboards are off the floor. Push down
on the baseboards in turn to remove them from the
washing machine. (See fig. 2)
MAKE SURE THE PLASTIC PEGS ARE REMOVED
WITH THE BASEBOARDS.
4.
With the corner posts still on the floor, lay the
washing machine over on its left hand side onto the
corner posts. The corner posts will protect the paint
from being scratched (see fig. 3).
5.
If the floor is level and your washing machine is
supplied with rollers, fit the rollers into the bottom
corner brackets. (See fig. 4)
Make sure they click into the corner bracket.
If the floor is not level fit the 4 adjustable legs into the
corner brackets. (See fig. 5)
Make sure they click into the corner brackets. Screw
the legs up into the machine as far as they will go. Fit
a rubber pad to each leg.
6.
Stand the washing machine upright, open the lid and
remove the cardboard packing.
7.
Fit the drain hose hook, (See fig. 6) and adjust the free
length of the hose to suit your trough.
The end of the drain hose should just touch the
bottom of the trough. (See fig. 7).
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So/
Adjust
this
length to
suit your
trough.
Join between top
panel and cabinet
4lose.-- Plastic Tie or Clamp
fig. 7
Drain hose
Tap
Strainer Washer
(Must be
fitted this
way up and pushed into
bottom of nut)
TWIST
Inlet Hose
fig. 9
PUSH
DO NOT
SQUEEZE
HEREI 011
PUSH
DO NOT
SQUEEZE
HERE!
fig. 6
8.
Ensure that the plastic tie or clamp at the rear of the
washing machine is holding the drain hose firmly in
place.
NOTE: It is important that the drain hose is above
the join between the cabinet and the washing
machine top panel.
(See fig. 7)
9.
If the inlet hoses have sealing washers fitted, connect
the hose with the BLUE nuts to the COLD water tap
and to the washing machine valve with the BLUE
marker. Similarly connect the hose with the RED nuts
to the HOT water tap and the washing machine valve
with the RED marker.
MAKE SURE THE HOSE NUTS ARE TIGHT.
REMOVE THE CARDBOARD HOSE HOLDER FROM
THE REAR OF THE WASHING MACHINE (if fitted)
If the inlet hoses do not have the sealing washers
fitted, proceed as follows;
Fit the sealing washers (no strainer) into the bent ends
of the water inlet hoses and connect the BLUE nut to
the COLD water valve (blue marker) on the washing
machine and the RED nut to the HOT water valve (red
marker) on the washing machine. (See fig. 8)
MAKE SURE THE HOSE NUTS ARE TIGHT.
If strainer washers (washers containing a mesh filter)
are not fitted to the nuts which are to be connected to
the inlet taps proceed as follows:
Fit the sealing washers to the nuts with the mesh
pointing towards the tap (See fig. 9) and connect the
BLUE nut to the COLD water tap and RED nut to the
HOT water tap.
MAKE SURE THE HOSE NUTS ARE TIGHT.
Turn the tap/s on and check that there are no leaks
from the tap/s or washing machine.
10.If
you only have a cold water tap, you must fit a blank
cap with a sealing washer to the HOT water inlet
valve, otherwise water will leak out of the valve.
(See fig. 10)
A blank cap is available from EMAIL Spare Parts
Centres or Authorised Service Centres.
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11.Move the machine into its final position making sure
that the drain hose or inlet hoses do not kink.
12.If the washing machine has 4 rollers fitted, you will
need to twist the front two around to stop the
washing machine from moving when in use.
(See fig. 11)
13.1t is important that your washing machine stands
firm and level on the floor to ensure correct
operation.
Use a spirit level on the front and side panels of the
washing machine to check the levels, (See fig. 12).
The spirit level should be used close to the corners of
the washing machine for accuracy.
Adjust the legs up or down as required (See fig. 13).
If you do not have a spirit level, as a guide use the edge
of a door frame, cupboard or bench to check that the
washing machine is level.
Make sure the washing machine does not wobble.
fig. 13
NOTE: When the washing machine is placed in its final position, make sure the drain hose is above the join line
between the cabinet and the washing machine top panel as shown below.
So that you can properly understand the many features of your new washing machine, please take a few
minutes to read through the CARE & USE manual supplied with this washing machine.
SINGLE DRAIN HOSE INSTALLATION
Use
will
litres.
Part
your
Standpipe:
0336-001-726
Available
agents
centres.
not
No.
if the
trough
hold 70
from
or parts
II
dealer,
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Syphon Break:__
Part
Number
7666-000-000
Available from
your dealer,
agent or parts
centres.
To be fitted if
Floor , Drain is
less
than
900mm high.
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FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE MACHINE
WHICH MAY NOT BE COVERED BY WARRANTY.
616-200-315(Rev 5/97)
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