John Lewis 1609 - Manual

5 Description of the appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Door opening handle 4 Drain pump 5 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener Child safety feature This machine incorporates a special child safety featureto prevent small children from be...

8 boards with screws. If possible install the appliance inone of the corners of the room, where the floor ismore stable. Note Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it iseasily accessible for the engineer in the event of abreakdown. Plumbing In Your new machine has been designed to beper...

9 When discharging into a standpipe ensure that the topof the standpipe is no more than 90cm (35.4'') and noless than 60cm (23.6'') above floor level. The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece isavailable from your local Service Force Centre. ...

In the interest of the environment Washer-dryers should be connected to the FOULdrainage system, the water will then be taken to asewage works for treatment before being dischargedsafely into a river. It is essential that these appliances are not connectedto the surface water drainage system as this...

11 Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this applianceshould be carried out by a qualified electrician orcompetent person. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BEEARTHED. Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this MUST be carriedout by a Service Force agent. T...

12 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme selector dial The programme selector dial is divided into thefollowing sections: • Cottons, • Synthetics, • Delicates • Wool (Hand washing) • Special programmes from “ Rinses ” to “ 14 Minute wash ” • Reset programme/Switching the machine Off « Off » The s...

16 Easy iron 40° This programme at 40 ° C reduces creasing on synthetic garments and therefore reduces the amount of ironingrequired. The laundry is gently washed and spun toprevent the fabrics creasing. Rinses With this programme it is possible to rinse and spingarments which have been washed by ha...

17 Using the washing machine Before the first wash, we recommend that you run a cottoncycle at 90°C or 95°C, without any laundry in the machine,to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum andtub.Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawerand start the machine. WASHING 1.Load the ...

19 Should it not be possible to open the door, and shouldit be absolutely necessary to do so, switch the machineoff by turning the selector dial to Off . After some minutes, you can open the door. Pay attention to the level and temperature ofthe water in the machine! When you close the door to resta...

20 6. Turn the programme selector dial to Off to switch the machine off and remove the laundry. Note: The programme time will automatically increase by upto 2 minutes, this is quite normal. AUTODRYING For NON-STOP programmes, the recommended loadsize to wash and dry is 3,5 kg for cotton and 2 kg for...

21 Hints & tips on washing and drying 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...

22 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 washer-dryer. WASHING SYMBOL BLEAC...

23 Washing programmes The “ Cottons Economy 60° ” (White cotton) is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.* This data is given purely as an indication: the consumption values may vary in relation to the quantity and type of laundry, ...

25 Drying programmes Timed drying Degree of drying Suitable for items to putaway withoutironing Type of fabric Cotton and linen(towels, T-shirts,bathrobes) Max. load 4 kg Spin speed 1600 Suggested drying time in mins 125 - 140 1200 135 - 150 1.5 kg 1600 35 - 45 1200 45 - 55 Synthetics and mixedfabri...

26 Maintenance and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from theelectricity supply, before you can carry out anycleaning or maintenance work . 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...

27 • P ull out the emergency emptying cap from the filter cover, using a pliers. • W hen no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover, using a pliers, and remove the filter.Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage ofwater when removing the cover. • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by ...

28 Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows toempty out the machine: ● Pull out the plug from the power socket; ● Close the water tap; ● If necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; ● Open the pump door using a suitable tool; ● Place a bowl with a small edge c...

29 Something not working If the washing machine is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks beforecontacting your local Service Force agent. IMPORTANT: if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will...

31 In the event of your appliance requiring service, or ifyou wish to purchase spare parts, please contact ourextended warranty administrators by telephoning: 0870 01 07887 They will give you details for your local Service ForceCentre.Service Force are the appointed national appliancerepair agents r...