60 cm 6 kg/60 cm 7 kg freestanding washing machine (40 pages)
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BWM1216W 60 cm 6 kg Freestanding washing Machine...
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USER MANUAL FOR YOUR BAUMATIC BWM1216W 60 cm 6 kg Freestanding washing 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 Control panel LCD display Detergent drawer Preparing the wash cycle 11-14 Preparing your garments for washing 11-12 A selection of wash care symbols Detergents and conditioners 13-14 Wash program table 14-15...
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.
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If you use either dyes or bleaching agents inside this machine, then you should consult with the manufacturer of these products to make sure they are suitable for use in your washing machine. Baumatic cannot be held responsible for any damage that may result. Child Safety o Your washing machine should only be used by adults.
Specifications o 14 wash programs o 6 kg wash load o 1200 rpm maximum spin speed o LED display o Electronic control operation o Delay start o Digital countdown indicator o Door locked indicator o 300 mm porthole o 45 litre drum size o Failure detection system o Imbalance control system o Overflow protection...
Control panel 1) Washing program selection dial. Use this dial to select the required washing program. 2) Start / pause button. Press this button to start or pause a washing cycle. 3) Water level selection button. Press this button to select the required water level according to the amount of laundry from the following options: High...
LCD display Wash cycle progress indicator. The current wash cycle phase will light on the display to indicate the progress of the program from “Pre- Wash”, “Wash”, “Rinse” and “Spin”. Delay start. The “Delay” icon will flash to indicate the delay time which has been set.
Detergent drawer 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). The detergent will be added to the drum at the start of the main wash program.
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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.
A selection of wash care symbols Washing Normal Normal Boiling Do not Wool Do not Bleachable temp temp temp bleach! seal wash! in cold 60°C 40°C 95°C water cleaning Hand Benzine All but TRI Do not Delicate Delicate wash only clean! temp temp...
detergent manufacturer and placed inside the drum. All instructions on the detergent packaging should be followed. Water softening agents If your tap water is hard, then it may be prudent to utilise a water softening agent. This will help to ensure that the appliance does not become clogged with hard water deposits.
wash Drain 0:01 Clothes that Option Option don’t need dehydration o Detergent and softener only need to be added when required. o The operation time of the appliance will change according to the water temperature, water level, amount of clothes, inlet water pressure and drain state.
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End of cycle o When the wash cycle ends a musical signal will sound. o IMPORTANT: You should not attempt to open the porthole door until the door lock light has gone out. o When the door lock light has gone out and you hear the door lock disengage, you can open the porthole door and remove the laundry.
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4) Press the start / pause button (2) and the machine will enter standby mode. The cycle will automatically begin when the delay start time is reached. Setting a single wash o You can choose from the following single cycles: “Wash”, “Drain”, “Drain and Spin”...
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Active enzyme o The active-enzyme procedure gives full play to the active enzyme of the detergent powder by setting a temperature of 40°C for the pre-wash and 60°C for the main wash. This is suitable for clothes which are hard to wash. 1) Use the program selection dial (1) to choose the “Active enzyme”...
Child lock Your appliance has a child lock option, if this is set, it will mean that nobody can affect the operation of the wash program once it has started. o To activate the child-lock, press and hold the delay start button (6) and the spin speed button (5) at the same time for approximately three seconds.
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 If you ever spill any liquid detergent or conditioner from the detergent drawer onto the washing machine cabinet, then these should be cleaned up immediately as they could be corrosive.
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.
Cleaning the water inlet filter o Clean the filter when water leaks from the water inlet. o Always pull the power plug out before cleaning. 1) Screw the inlet water pipe out. 2) Clean with a gauze brush. Winter storage o You should install your appliance in a location where it will not be subjected to freezing temperatures.
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 COMPLETED BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON. BAUMATIC ONLY SANCTION INSTALLATION GIVEN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. SHOULD KEEP THE TRANSIT PACKAGING, IN CASE YOU NEED TO TRANSPORT THE MACHINE IN THE FUTURE.
Locating your washing machine o Before commencing installation, check the location where you intend to install the appliance. You should make sure that you have everything in place that is necessary for the correct installation. o Do not place or store your washing machine in a location where the ambient temperature could fall below 0°C, otherwise the water in it could freeze up.
Connecting to the mains water supply IMPORTANT: The washing machine should never be connected to the water mains using an existing inlet hose, YOU MUST utilise the inlet hose that is provided with the appliance. Your appliance should only be connected to a cold water supply. 1) Take out the attached inlet hose.
Do not over bend the inlet hose or this will cause damage. Connecting to the water outlet 1) Please use an elbow to bend the drain hose at a proper angle and fix securely. 2) The correct position of the drain hose is one which will prevent water...
Levelling the appliance o Place the washing machine on a solid and level floor surface. DO NOT PLACE THE WASHING MACHINE ON A CARPET OR A SUSPENDED FLOOR. o If the floor is obviously uneven, the appliance needs to be adjusted to prevent the drum from inclining or the machine from moving while in use.
The moulded plug that is supplied with the appliance must be placed into an earthed and insulated socket. Broken or damaged power leads must only be replaced by a suitably qualified person. A power lead of a similar type must be used in replacement.
Disconnect the appliance from your mains supply. Then arrange for an engineer to attend the appliance. You should contact the Baumatic Customer Care Department (0118) 933 6911. ENGINEER ATTENDS DURING GUARANTEE PERIOD AND FINDS THAT A FAULT...
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Or any installation other than the one specified by Baumatic Ltd. has been completed. Please refer to the conditions of guarantee that appear on the...
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IMPORTANT: Baumatic Ltd. operates a policy of continuous improvement and reserves the right to adjust and modify its products without prior notification.
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