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Front-Loading Automatic Washer
WM 98400 SX
WM 98400 WH
Owner's Guide & Installation Instructions
As an ENERGY STAR® partner,
BLOMBERG has determined that this
product meets the ENERGY STAR®
guidelines for energy efficiency.
Document Number
2820524361_EN /
19-01-15.(14:09)
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- Page 1 Keep this guide for future reference Front-Loading Automatic Washer WM 98400 SX WM 98400 WH Owner’s Guide & Installation Instructions As an ENERGY STAR® partner, BLOMBERG has determined that this product meets the ENERGY STAR® guidelines for energy efficiency. Document Number 2820524361_EN / 19-01-15.(14:09)
- Page 2 Please read this guide first! Dear Customer, We hope that your product which has been manufactured in modern facilities and passed through a strict quality control procedure will give you the best results. Therefore, we advise you to read through this document carefully before using your product and keep it for future reference.
- Page 3 Explanation of symbols Throughout this guide the following symbols are used: CAUTION • Important information or useful hints about usage. WARNING • Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life and property. WARNING • Warning for electrical shock If you have questions, call: Call Center (toll free number) 1-800-459-98-48 (USA) or send e-mail to:...
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 Your Washer Overview ............6 Specifications . - Page 5 Descaling the washer ..........60 8 Troubleshooting WARRANTY STATEMENT FOR THE BLOMBERG CLOTHES WASHERS 74 HOW TO GET SERVICE 5 / English Owner’s Guide &...
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Page 6: Your Washer
1 Your Washer Overview 1- Power cable 2- Top panel 3- Control panel 4- Drain hose 5- Loading door 6- Filter cap 7- Adjustable feet 8- Detergent drawer 6 / English Front-Loading Automatic Washer... -
Page 7: Specifications
Specifications Front Loading Automatic Washer Models WM 98400 SX WM 98400 WH Height (in) / (cm) 33.1 / 84 33.1 / 84 Width (in) / (cm) 23.6 / 60 23.6 / 60 Depth (in) / (cm) 21.7 / 55 21.7 / 55 Net Weight (lbs) / (kg) 164.5 / 74.5... -
Page 8: Important Safety Instructions
2 Important Safety Instructions WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons while using your appliance follow basic safety precautions, including the following: • Read all instructions before using the washer. • Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in, or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances (acetone, alcohol, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers,... - Page 9 Important Safety Instructions • Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out. •...
- Page 10 Important Safety Instructions • Store laundry detergents and additives in a cool, dry place out of children’s reach due to danger of chemical poisoning and skin irritation. Follow the manufacturers’ instructions when using laundry products. • Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following cycles and may lead to skin irritation.
- Page 11 • All broken and faulty components, panels and parts must only be replaced with original Blomberg spare parts by a Blomberg Service technician. • Do not force the washer door open when it is locked. The door must be closed any time during the programme cycle.
- Page 12 Important Safety Instructions • Do not use fabric softeners or products to reduce static unless recommended by the manufacturers of the fabric softener product. • Check the drain pump filter occasionally to remove coins, buttons and such small objects. • Always drain off the water completely before cleaning the pump filter, before transporting the washer, when there is a danger of frost and when there is a power failure (For emergency draining, See User maintenance instructions).
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Page 13: Installation Instructions
3 Installation Instructions Read this first ! This washer can be individually installed in free-standing and built-in installations. You can also install your washer with your dryer as a free-standing or built-in pair. Before you install your appliance, read the following instructions completely and carefully: •... -
Page 14: Installation Clearances
Installation Instructions • Never place your washer on a carpet. This prevents air circulation. The electrical components of the machine may overheat and cause damage. • Do not stand appliance on the power cable. • Do not install and operate your washer in ambient temperatures lower than 32˚F (0˚C). -
Page 15: Allowable Clearances For Undercounter Installation
The dimensions are for the recommended spacing. Counter depth should be 23.5-24.5”(60-62 cm). Custom undercounter installation – Washer only Minimum counter width should be 50” (127 cm) for a pair of Blomberg washer & dryer. Custom undercounter installation – Washer & Dryer 50”... -
Page 16: Allowable Clearances For Closet Installation
(148 cm2) air opening located at 3 in (7.62 cm) from the bottom of closet door. Stacked Installation You can stack your Blomberg washer and dryer (model no: DHP 24412 W / DHP 24401 W) by using a special stacking kit (Part No.2985300200). If necessary, consult your dealer or technical service for supplying the stack kit. -
Page 17: Removing Shipping Bolts
Installation Instructions Removing shipping bolts WARNING • Shipping bolts must be removed before operating the washer! Otherwise, the appliance will be damaged seriously! 1. Loosen all the bolts with a spanner until they rotate freely (“C”) 2. Remove the shipping bolts by turning them gently. 3. -
Page 18: Levelling The Washer
Installation Instructions Levelling the washer WARNING • Do not use any tools to loosen the lock nuts. Otherwise, they can be damaged. 1. Manually (by hand) loosen the lock nuts on the feet. 2. Adjust them until the washer stands level and firmly. 3. - Page 19 (208-240V, 60Hz) located on the appliance. For this purpose, a junction box (as seen in picture below) must be obtained. Junction box is supplied with Blomberg Clothes Dryer (model no: DHP 24412 W / DHP 24401 W) and it works as a voltage converter from 110/120V to 208/240V between the mains and appliance.
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Page 20: Power Supply And Circuit
Installation Instructions Power supply and circuit Connect the clothes washer to the junction box supplied. Junction box must be connected to an earthed outlet protected by a fuse of suitable capacity. Important: • Mains connection should comply with national regulations. •... -
Page 21: Water Supply Connection
Installation Instructions Water Supply Connection Your washer comes with both cold and hot water connections. Connect the blue marked cold water supply hose to the cold water inlet valve/faucet and the red marked hot water intake hose to the hot water inlet valve/faucet. Screw the connecting bolts by hand and tighten the connection properly using a plier. - Page 22 • Do not remove the filters located on the water supply hoses (on faucet/hose and hose/inlet valve connections). • Always use genuine “Blomberg” water supply hoses when connecting with this washer. Old or worn-out hoses must not be reused. It is not advised to extend inlet or drain...
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Page 23: Drainage
Installation Instructions Drainage WARNING • Drain hose should not be bent. Be sure that there are no kinks or cuts on it. • Drain hose outlet must not contact the drained water. Drain hose may be connected into a sink, into the drain of a sink, to a standpipe and floor drain. -
Page 24: Installation Checklist
Installation Instructions Installation Checklist • Water inlet hoses and accessory bags must be removed from the wash drum. • Transportation/shipping bolts must be removed. • Washer must be properly leveled by using the adjustable feet. • Water inlet hoses are connected to the water faucets, secured and checked for any leaks by turning on both faucets. -
Page 25: Disposal Information
Installation Instructions Disposal Information Packing Disposal WARNING • Packing materials of the appliance are potentially dangerous for children. Materials such as plastic bags, films or wrappings must be kept away from children or disposed properly to prevent the danger of suffocation. CAUTION •... -
Page 26: Operating Instructions
4 Operating Instructions First Use WARNING • To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance. Before the first use, • Be sure that the washer is installed properly by a qualified installer or service technician in accordance with all national and local codes and requirements. -
Page 27: Laundry Tips
Operating Instructions Laundry Tips Sorting the laundry CAUTION • Always follow the fabric care instructions of garment manufacturers. These instructions would give you proper guidance on suitable wash cycles, wash temperatures and bleach usage. CAUTION • Wash the items which are care labeled as “machine-washable”. Do not machine wash items that are having symbol on fabric care label. -
Page 28: Preparing The Laundry
Operating Instructions • Woolens (only wash woolens that are labeled “machine washable” or “hand washable” • Hand knits (They should be placed inside out in the washer) CAUTION • Do not wash dark colors with light colors and whites. Color items may bleed and white and light colored items may be discolored. -
Page 29: Loading The Washer
Operating Instructions Loading the washer Maximum load capacity depends on the fabric type of laundry, soiling amount of laundry and program cycle you wish to use. CAUTION • Do not exceed the maximum load capacity of the selected program cycle. Washing results are adversely affected by an overloaded drum. -
Page 30: Detergent Use
Operating Instructions • If the door is not closed completely, the machine will not start. This is a safety precaution. The front door is locked until end of the washing program and it can not be opened untill the door led on the panel is off following the end of the program. -
Page 31: Detergent Quantity
Operating Instructions Always follow the instructions and information given by laundry detergent manufacturers when using these products. WARNING • Store laundry detergents and additives in a cool, dry place out of children’s reach due to danger of chemical poisoning and skin irritation. -
Page 32: Detergent Dispenser
Operating Instructions Detergent Dispenser Detergent dispenser of your washer has three separate compartments for main wash detergent, fabric softener and liquid bleach. Each of these laundry additives are automatically dispensed at appropriate time during wash program. CAUTION • Do not put laundry additives directly in the wash drum. Always use the detergent dispenser. -
Page 33: (Ii) Main Wash Detergent Compartment
Operating Instructions (II) Main Wash Detergent Compartment Add HE (High efficiency) powder detergent to this compartment numbered as “II” before starting the wash program. Use the detergent manufacturer’s dosing cup and follow the instructions on the package. If you use a liquid detergent, be sure to use a HE (High efficiency) detergent and add detergent directly to main wash compartment before operating your washer. -
Page 34: Using Liquid Detergents
Operating Instructions Using liquid detergents If the product contains a liquid detergent cup: • Make sure that you have placed the liquid detergent cup in compartment nr. “2”. • If the liquid detergent has lost its fluidity, dilute it with water before putting in the detergent cup. -
Page 35: (I) Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment
Operating Instructions (I) Liquid Chlorine Bleach Compartment Add liquid chlorine bleach to the right compartment numbered as “I”. Measure 1/3 cup (80 ml) of bleach and pour it into the special container located in the right compartment of the dispenser. This container ensures dispensing and dilution of bleach during the first rinse of wash cycle. -
Page 36: Selecting A Program And Operating Your Washer
5 Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Control panel 1 - Programme selection knob 2 - Temperature level lights 3 - Spin level indicator lights 4 - Duration information display 5 - Child lock enabled light 6 - End Time Setting button 7 - Door lock enabled light 8 - Programme Follow-up indicator lights 9 - On / Off button... -
Page 37: Programmes
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Programmes • Heavy Duty Use to wash your heavily soiled, durable cotton and linen laundry. You can choose Heavy Soil option for a perfect cleansing. Heavy Soil option prolonges heating step and addes extra rinsing. •... - Page 38 Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer • Hand Wash You can wash your woolen/delicate clothes that bear “hand wash only” labels for which hand wash is recommended on this program. It washes the laundry with very tender washing movements without damaging your clothes.
- Page 39 Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer • Jogging Wear This program is used to wash half capacity of normally or lightly soiled daily cotton, synthetics or blended clothes. e.g.: daily clothes and sportswear that have been used only once. •...
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Page 40: Programme Selection
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer • Tub Sanitize CAUTION • This is not a washing programme. It is a maintenance programme. • Do not run the programme when there is something in the machine. If you try to do so, the machine detects that there is a load inside and aborts the programme. - Page 41 Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer 2 Select the desired programme with the Programme Selection knob. 41 / English Owner’s Guide & Installation Instructions...
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Page 42: Programme And Consumption Table
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Programme and consumption table Wash Water Max Spin Temperature Speed (rpm) °F / °C Extra Hot Hot /Cold 75 / 167 Hot /Cold 56 / 133 Normal • • Extra High Full Warm Hot /Cold 43 / 110 Cold... -
Page 43: Programme And Consumption Table
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Programme and consumption table Wash Water Max Spin Temperature Speed (rpm) °F / °C Extra Hot Hot /Cold 75 / 167 Hot /Cold 60 / 140 Jeans Warm Hot /Cold 43 / 110 High Cold Hot /Cold... -
Page 44: Temperature Selection
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Temperature selection Whenever a new programme is selected, the recommended temperature for the selected programme appears on the temperature indicator. CAUTION • If the programme has not reached the heating step, you can change the temperature without switching the product to Pause mode. -
Page 45: Spin Speed Selection
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Spin speed selection Whenever a new programme is selected, the recommended spin speed of the selected programme is displayed on the spin speed indicator. CAUTION • If the programme has not reached the spinning step, you can change the spinning speed without switching the product to Pause mode. -
Page 46: Auxiliary Function Selection
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Auxiliary function selection Select the desired auxiliary functions before starting the programme. The chosen auxiliary function indicator will light up. CAUTION • When you try to change an auxiliary function that is not allowed to be selected with the current programme, the indicator light of the relevant auxiliary function will flash and an audio warning is given. - Page 47 Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer CAUTION • Some programmes have auxiliary functions that must be operated simultaneously. Those functions cannot be cancelled. The frame of the auxiliary function will not be illuminated; only the inner area will be illuminated. •...
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Page 48: End Time
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer End Time With the End Time function, the startup of the programme may be delayed up to 24 hours. After pressing the End Time button, the programme’s estimated ending time is displayed. If the End Time is adjusted, the End Time indicator is illuminated. -
Page 49: Changing The Selections After Programme Has Started
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Changing the selections after programme has started After the programme has started you can make the following changes. Switching the product to pause mode Press the Start/Pause button to switch the machine to pause mode while a programme is running. -
Page 50: Child Lock
Selecting a Program and Operating Your Washer Child Lock Use the Child Lock function to prevent children from tampering with the product. You can also avoid any changes being made in a running programme. CAUTION • You can switch the product on and off with the On / Off button when the Child Lock is active. -
Page 51: Preparation
6 Preparation Starting the programme 1. Press the Start / Pause button to start the programme. 2. The programme follow-up light showing the startup of the programme will turn on. 3. The door locks and the door led will light up. 4. -
Page 52: Adding Or Taking Out Laundry
Preparation Adding or taking out laundry This is only possible under the following conditions: • During time delay, CAUTION • You may not add or remove laundry during the time delay (until the program starts). • At the beginning of a washing cycle,, CAUTION •... -
Page 53: Cancelling The Programme
Preparation Cancelling the programme The programme is cancelled when the product is turned off and on again. Press and hold the On / Off button for 3 seconds. CAUTION • If you press the On / Off button when the Child Lock is enabled, the programme will not be cancelled. -
Page 54: End Of Programme
Preparation End of programme “End” warning appears on the display when the programme is completed. If you do not press any button for 10 minutes, the product will turn off automatically. The display and all indicators are turned off. Completed programme steps will be displayed if you press the On / Off button. -
Page 55: User Maintenance Instructions
7 User maintenance instructions WARNING • Be sure to unplug the power cable before attempting maintenance or cleaning of your appliance to minimize the risk of electric shock. Cleaning detergent dispenser Remove any powder/liquid residue buildup in the dispenser drawer. To do this;... -
Page 56: Cleaning The Door Seal
User maintenance instructions Cleaning the door seal Be sure to check the rubber door seal after unloading your washer. Pull the seal back to search for any foreign objects. Residual metal objects such as pins and coins may form rust stains on rubber seal, and cause the seal to leak. -
Page 57: Cleaning The Outer Cabinet And Control Panel
User maintenance instructions Cleaning the outer cabinet and control panel When necessary: • Wipe the exterior panels of your washer with soapy water or mild detergent. Dry it with a soft cloth. • Use only a soft and damp cloth to clean the control panel. CAUTION •... -
Page 58: Cleaning The Drain Pump Filter
User maintenance instructions Cleaning the drain pump filter Filter system in your washer prevents solid items such as buttons, coins and fabric fibers clogging the pump impeller during discharging of the washing water. Thus, a good water discharge is achieved and the pump life is extended. - Page 59 User maintenance instructions 3 Follow the below procedures in order to drain water. Product has an emergency water draining hose, in order to drain the water: a Pull the emergency draining hose out from its seat b Place a large container at the end of the hose. Drain the water into the container by pulling out the plug at the end of the hose.
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Page 60: Descaling The Washer
User maintenance instructions Descaling the washer Hard water can cause scale build-up inside the drum and other parts of your washer in time. Scaling may lead to some serious problems such as clogging in hoses, heater or pump failure eventually. To prevent scaling, wash drum should be cleaned frequently. -
Page 61: Troubleshooting
8 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Press and hold the On / A programme The product may have switched to self protection Off button for 3 seconds to cannot be mode due to a supply problem reset the product to factory started or settings. - Page 62 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Stablize the product by Product vibrates Product might be standing unbalanced. adjusting the feet. or makes noise. A hard substance might have Š Clean the pump filter. entered into the pump filter. Transportation safety bolts are Š...
- Page 63 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Drain the water by Loading door The cover lock is activated due to the water level inside the running the Pump or Spin cannot be product. programme. opened. Washer might be heating up Š Wait until the process is over. the water or it may be at the spinning cycle.
- Page 64 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Product waits until taking Washing takes Water pressure is low. in an adequate amount longer than of water to prevent poor specified in the washing quality due to the manual.(*) decreased amount of water. Therefore, the washing time extends.
- Page 65 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Timer indicator will not Programme Timer may stop during water intake. countdown until the product time does not takes in an adequate amount countdown. (On of water. The product will models with wait until there is a sufficient display) (*) amount of water to avoid poor washing results due to...
- Page 66 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Use the recommended Washing Insufficient amount of detergent has been used over amount of detergent performance is a long period of time. appropriate for water poor: Laundry hardness and type of laundry. turns Š Select the proper Washing was made at low Grey.
- Page 67 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Select the proper program Washing Wrong program cycle and cycle and temperature for the performance temperature might have been laundry to be washed (See is poor: Stains “Laundry Tips” & “Program selected. could not Cycle Selection”). be removed.
- Page 68 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Washer must be operated Washing Oily accumulations of prior wash cycles on the drum may empty at “Tub Sanitize” cycle performance have stuck to the laundry. with detergent. is poor: Oily The detergent may have stains appear on Š...
- Page 69 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š There may be an imbalance Rinsing of laundry in the machine. performance is The laundry in the drum poor. may be tangled up too much. Laundry should be Intermediate spins may be rearranged and re-spun. No spinning is performed when skipped.
- Page 70 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š If detergent is put in the Laundry does Detergent is put in the wrong compartment. prewash compartment not smell like the when the prewash cycle is softener. (**) not selected, the product can take this detergent during the rinsing or softener step.
- Page 71 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Use HE detergent. Too much foam Not using HE detergent forms inside the Š Use only a sufficient amount Excessive amount of detergent is used. of detergent. product. (**) Detergent was stored under Š Store detergent in a closed improper conditions.
- Page 72 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Š Use the recommended Laundry remains Excessive foam might have occurred and automatic foam amount of detergent. wet at the end of absorption system might have the programme. been activated due to too much detergent. Unbalance detection due to Š...
- Page 73 Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution (*) The product does not switch to the spinning step when the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum to prevent any damage to the product and to its surroundings. Laundry should be rearranged and re-spun. (**) Regular drum cleaning is not performed.
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Page 74: Warranty Statement For The Blomberg Clothes Washers
Service must also be performed by an authorized Blomberg service agency. (Cosmetic defects must be reported within 10 business days from installation) 2 year * ++ limited warranty from date of first installation (Parts only) Blomberg will repair or replace any parts at no cost to the consumer if material defects or workmanship have caused the damage or failure of these components. -
Page 75: How To Get Service
HOW TO GET SERVICE Please contact the Distributor for your State or Province as listed on the Distributor Contact List, or call our Toll Free Number at 1 800 459 9848 for direction to an Authorized Blomberg Service Agent. 75 / English... - Page 76 76 / English Front-Loading Automatic Washer...