Tricity Bendix BWD 1011 - Manuals

5 Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 “Mains-on” light 4 “ON/OFF” button 5 “Options” buttons 6 Drying indicator light 7 Drying time selector dial 8 Programme selector dial 9 Door opening handle 10 Filter 11 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash ...

6 The Control Panel 7 Drying indicator light This light illuminates when the machine is drying. 8 Drying time selector dial Graduated up to 120 mins for cottons and synthetics, thisdial allows you to select the desired drying timeaccording to the type and quantity of laundry and therequired degree o...

7 Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you run acotton cycle at 60°C, without any laundry in themachine, to remove any manufacturing residue from thedrum and tub.Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenserdrawer and start the machine. WASHING 4.5 KG OF WHITE COTTON AT 9...

8 4. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the required programme (1 or 2). 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: ■ the appliance is plugged in ■ the water supply taps are turned on ■ the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned ...

9 P0004 C0025 HALF LOAD RINSE HOLD ECO WASH WASHING 2 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50°C Suppose you have 2 kg of mixed fabrics to wash. Theyare rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at ahigh temperature. 1. Load the laundry Open the door by pulling the catch outward.Place the laundry in the dru...

10 5. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to programme 8. 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: ■ the appliance is plugged in ■ the water supply taps are turned on ■ the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned ■ the door and the ...

11 DRYING 2.25 KG OF COTTON You have for example just machine-washed and spun at1000 rpm 4.5 kg (10 lb) of laundry.They are cotton fabrics of medium weight which youwant to iron as soon as they are dry.Switch off the machine.Then remove the laundry from the appliance and dividethe items to obtain tw...

12 5. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically and the drying light goes out. The door is controlled by a safety device which releases2 minutes after the end of the programme. Switch the machine off by depressing the ON/OFF button again, the mains-on light goes out. If the laundry...

13 AUTODRYING 1 KG OF MIXED FABRICS You intend to wash and dry automatically 1 kg (2.2 lb)of mixed fabrics which do not need ironing.Proceed as follows: 1. Load the laundry. 2. Add the washing powder and additive. 3. Select the programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to programme 8 . 4....

Washing and Drying Programmes Degree of soil and type of laundry Description Wash programme Programme dial position PREWASH & WHITES Possible option HALF LOAD HALF LOAD HALF LOAD HALF LOAD HALF LOAD Max. load LONG SPIN NON-FAST COLOUREDS FAST COLOUREDS WHITES White cotton, forexample heavy soile...

15 Washing and Drying Programmes Degree of soil and type of laundry Description Wash programme Programme dial position MIXED FABRICS Possible option RINSE HOLD RINSE HOLD RINSE HOLD RINSE HOLD SHORT SPIN WOOL WASH DELICATES Synthetic or mixedfabrics, underwear,coloured garments,non-shrink shirts,blo...

16 Washing and Drying Hints Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance. The average weights of the most common items arelisted below as a guide: 1000g = 1 kg Sheet 700-1000 g Pillow case 100-200 g Tablecloth 400-500 g Serviette 50-100 g Tea towel 70-120 ...

18 Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labellingcode is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correctprogramme on your washing machine. WASHING SYMBOL BL...

19 Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out youmust DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a goodidea to periodically use a water softening powder in themachine. Do this separately from any laun...

20 Cleaning the filter The water drain filter A clean filter is important for the correct functioning ofthe machine, and should therefore be cleaned after everywashing programme. Open the filter door and place a container underneath tocatch any spillage. If the filter is blocked and themachine is un...

21 Something Not Working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling outan engineer. Before contacting your local Electrolux Service Force Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. IMPORTANT: if you call out an engineer to ...

22 Symptom Possible causes The door will not open ■ The programme is still running. ■ The door lock has not yet released. ■ Water in the tub: the door cannot be opened if water is present in thetub. The machine makes an unusualnoise ■ The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual...

23 Guarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux undertake that if, within 12 months ofthe date of the purchase, this Electrolux appliance or anypart thereof is proved to be defective by reason only offaulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option,repair or replace the s...

24 Electrolux Service Force To contact your local Bendix Service Centre telephone 08705 929 929 CHANNEL ISLANDS GUERNSEY Guernsey Electricity PO Box 4 Vale, Guernsey Channel Islands JERSEY Jersey Electricity Company PO Box 45 Queens Road St Helier Jersey Channel Islands JE4 8NY SCOTLAND ABERDEEN 54 ...

29 Important Before connecting up the machine to new pipework orto pipework that has not been used for some time, runoff a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debristhat may have collected in the pipes. Levelling Level the machine by raising or lowering the feet. Thefeet may be tight to adju...

30 Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this applianceshould be carried out by a qualified electrician orcompetent person. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BEEARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. Before switching on, make su...