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USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC BWD1206SL-W 60 cm 6 kg Washer - Dryer machine NOTE : This User Instruction Manual contains important information, including safety & installation points, which will enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference;...
Contents Environmental note Important safety information 5 – 6 Specifications Description of the appliance 8 - 11 Control panel Control panel functions 9 - 10 Detergent drawer Preparing the wash cycle 11 - 14 Preparing your garments for washing 11 - 13 A selection of wash care symbols Detergents and conditioners Wash program table...
General Safety o Repairs to your appliance must only be carried out by a Baumatic engineer or one of its authorised service agents. Any attempt by an inexperienced person to repair the appliance, could result in injury or damage to your washing machine.
This appliance is only designed to wash normal domestic washloads. If you use your washing machine in any other way or it is incorrectly used, then Baumatic accepts no liability for any damage that might be caused and any guarantee will be void.
Specifications o 7 wash programs o 3 Drying programs o 6 kg wash load o 3 kg drying load o 1200 rpm maximum spin speed o LED display o Delay start o Drum size: 46 litres o Porthole diameter: 300 mm o Electronic control operation o Wash phase indicator o Adjustable spin speed...
Control panel A) Power button G) Start / pause button B) Program selection dial H) Eco wash button C) Detergent drawer I) Dry cycle button D) Spin speed setting button J) Extra rinse button E) LED display K) Delay start button F) Wash status indicator L) Wash temperature button Control panel functions...
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C) Detergent drawer: Instructions are printed on the front of the drawer. See below section for further details. D) Spin speed setting button: Press this button to select the required spin speed. E) LED display: Information such as remaining wash time, temperature and spin speed setting and error codes are shown here.
Detergent drawer 1) Pre wash section This compartment should have detergent placed in it, if you are going to select a pre-wash before the main wash cycle. 2) Main wash section This compartment should have detergent placed in it (you should also put a water softening agent in this section, if you use one).
o Check all pockets on a garment to make sure that they are empty. o Remove any detachable metal items (badges, paperclips, safety pins etc). o Zips should be closed, duvet covers and pillow cases should be buttoned up and any loose straps should be tied up.
Detergents and conditioners The amount of detergent that you need to use in your appliance, will depend on o The degree of soiling. Lightly soiled garments in general require less detergent. o The size of the wash load. A smaller wash load will require a reduction in the amount of detergent.
o The active phases will appear at the top of the LED display, as the wash program progresses. o The LED display shows an approximate time for the selected wash cycle. Please note that factors external to the machine, e.g. the temperature of your water supply, your water pressure etc.
will proceed to carry out a pre-wash followed by a standard cotton and linen wash cycle. o Press the start / pause button (G) to begin the wash cycle. o If you press the extra rinse button (J) before the cycle starts, the machine will add this function to your wash program.
o After the desired delay time is selected, press the start / pause button (G) to start the countdown. The countdown time is displayed on the screen until the program ends. IMPORTANT: The delay time must be longer than the program time otherwise washer-dryer...
o We suggest that you disconnect the appliance from your mains supply, when it is not in use. Control panel and washing machine cabinet. IMPORTANT: Do not use any abrasive cleaner or household polish on either the control panel or operating parts. o Wipe over the control panel and the external surface of the machine using a brand new damp cloth with warm water.
o Remove any rust stains on the drum with an appropriate stainless steel cleaning agent. Door o You should regularly check to see if any deposits have formed, or there are any foreign bodies inside or underneath the rubber door gasket. This sits inside the opening of the porthole door. Cleaning the drain pump filter IMPORTANT: Switch off your washing machine and disconnect the plug from your mains supply.
4) Replace the filter by turning it clockwise. Refit the filter flap. IMPORTANT: If you are draining water from the bail hose and drain pump filter in an emergency. You should take care as the water coming from the machine mid-cycle could be hot. Especially if the water is being drained in the middle of one of the hotter wash cycles.
Moving the machine If the washer-dryer needs to be moved to another location, replace the transportation locks removed before installation to prevent damage. Follow the steps outlined below: 1) Remove the blanking plugs. 2) Remove the back cover. Insert synthetic stabilizers transportation bolts.
Removing stains Garments that are covered in stains, grease or are heavily soiled may need to be pre-washed or soaked before being placed inside of the washing machine. o Soaking helps to remove protein-type stains, like blood, milk or grass. o Pre-washing helps to loosen soil before the main wash.
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Tomato Scrape the dried pieces without ruining the material, then paste leave in cold water for about 30 minutes and wash by rubbing with detergent. Meat broth/ Eliminate the dried stain residues and wipe with a sponge or soft cloth wetted in cold water. Rub with detergent and wash with diluted lye.
Poor wash results My garments are looking grey and there are limescale deposits present in the drum of my washing machine. o There is not enough detergent being added. o The incorrect detergent is being used. o Stains are not being pre-treated. o The correct wash program or wash temperature was not selected.
Installation IMPORTANT: THIS INSTALLATION MUST BE COMPLETED BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON. BAUMATIC ONLY SANCTION INSTALLATION GIVEN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. YOU SHOULD KEEP THE TRANSIT PACKAGING, IN CASE YOU NEED TO TRANSPORT THE MACHINE IN THE FUTURE.
4) Fill the holes left by the bolts with the blanking plugs. IMPORTANT: Keep the transportation bolts and synthetic stabilizers in a safe place for later use. Locating your washing machine o Before commencing installation, check the location where you intend to install the appliance.
The inlet hose may leak if this filter is missing. This filter is supplied with the appliance, you should contact Baumatic to obtain one, if it is missing. o Tighten the inlet hose to your mains supply fully, but do not over tighten as this may distort the filter that sits in the end of the inlet hose.
2) The height of the drainage outlet must be 80 – 100 cm. Fix the drain hose to the clip at the back of the washer-dryer to prevent it from dropping off. IMPORTANT: Do not insert the drain hose too deeply into the water pipe, as this may cause siphoning.
Power supply IMPORTANT: The electrical socket must still be accessible once the appliance is installed. o Consult the rating plate, located on the machine BEFORE making the electrical connections. Ensure that the voltage reaching the plug is the same as that on the rating plate. o DO REMOVE RATING...
Error code failure system If your appliance senses that it is not operating correctly, then an error code may appear on the LED display. The following error codes can possibly be remedied by the customer and the steps outlined below should be followed. BEFORE COMPLETING MAINTAINEANCE...
Then arrange for an engineer to attend the appliance. should contact Baumatic Service Department on (0118) 933 6911. IF AN ENGINEER ATTENDS DURING THE GUARANTEE PERIOD AND FINDS THAT A FAULT HAS BEEN CAUSED BY AN ITEM ON THE ERROR CODE LIST, WHICH COULD HAVE BEEN CLEARED BY THE CUSTOMER.
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100 cm. Make sure the drain hose is not in water. Drainage failure. Drain hose is blocked. Unblock the drain Drain hose end is more hose. than 100 cm above the Make sure the drain floor level. hose end is less The filter is blocked.