background image

 

CONGRATULATIONS 

 

You are now the proud owner of one of the finest and most modern washing machines 
that today’s technology can produce. You and your machine are going to make a great 
team together. But first it will pay if you really get to know each other. This book will tell 
you all you need to know about your machine, what it will do and how to do it. Please 
read all the instructions carefully before operating the machine. 
 

INSTALLATION 

 

UNPACKING 

 

• 

Remove all packaging, the foam base plate cover and the convex 
plastic block. 

• 

Open the wash-tub lid and remove all the accessories stored in the 
drum. 

• 

Do not attempt to operate the machine while any of the packaging is 
still in place. 

 

THE BASE COVER 

 

• 

To prevent access to the mechanics of the machine by either 
children, pets or rodents a base cover is provided. 

• 

Tilt the back of the machine slightly forward and slide the base 
cover along the retaining rails at the bottom of the machine 
until it is fully in place. 

• 

Attach the base cover to the rear of the machine using the 
screw provided. 

 

 

POSITIONING 

 

• 

The machine has wheels for easy manoeuvrability. 

• 

Positioned the machine on a flat and stable surface 

• 

Adjustable levelling feet are located at the front of the 
machine and these may be turned in or out to achieve 
stability. 

• 

The machine should be installed in a well ventilated 
place, away from direct sunlight 

Summary of Contents for Laundromaid

Page 1: ...autions 5 Loading Detergents Additives 6 Water Levels 6 Wash Options 7 Fuzzy Logic 7 Standard Wash 8 Automatic Programmes 9 Customised Programmes 10 Pre setting the end of Wash Time 11 Selecting a Fast Wash 12 Maintenance 12 Technical Specification 13 Self Diagnostics 14 Problem Solving www defy co za ...

Page 2: ...es stored in the drum Do not attempt to operate the machine while any of the packaging is still in place THE BASE COVER To prevent access to the mechanics of the machine by either children pets or rodents a base cover is provided Tilt the back of the machine slightly forward and slide the base cover along the retaining rails at the bottom of the machine until it is fully in place Attach the base c...

Page 3: ...s and check for any leaks Tighten fittings if necessary Switch off the taps when the check is complete HOT WATER Do not use water hotter than 65 degrees Celsius Very hot water could deform plastic parts of the machine ELECTRICAL CONNECTION The washing machine is designed to operate on a 230 Volt 50 Hz 15 Amp AC power supply The machine should be connected to an earthed 3 pin wall socket If the pow...

Page 4: ...ins or other small articles Do not wash clothes soaked in petrol thinners or any other flammable liquids Sort and separate clothes by fabric colour and degree of dirt Avoid spilling water on to the control panel of the machine Do not use detergents which are not specifically designed for top loading automatic washing machines ...

Page 5: ...ment with detergent Dose as per the detergent manufacturer s directions SOFTENER Pour softener slowly into the depression on the tub rim Softener will automatically be dispensed during the last rinse Do not open the lid during a spin cycle as this will affect the timing of the softener introduction BLEACH Dilute bleach with water and slowly pour into the bleach dispenser located on the top surroun...

Page 6: ...e machine Add detergent and if necessary softener and bleach Close the lid NOTE IT IS ESSENTIAL TO TURN ON THE COLD WATER TAP FOR ALL PROGRAMMES THE MACHINE RINSES IN COLD WATER EVEN WHEN USING A HOT WASH HOT OPTIONAL COLD WASH OPTIONS The Defy Washmaid features a number of wash options The following section will explain the necessary steps to take for 1 SELECTING A STANDARD WASH PROGRAMME 2 SELEC...

Page 7: ...ual programme 1 Press the POWER switch The water level is automatically set at HIGH or it can be manually selected as required 2 Select the water temperature Press the water temperature button to select a COLD WARM or HOT wash Both indicator lights will glow when WARM is selected 3 Press the START HOLD button The machine will start and complete the selected programme At the end of the wash cycle a...

Page 8: ...be selected according to material and degree of soiling SOAK STANDARD FAST HEAVY or WOOL Press the button repeatedly until your choice is illuminated on the control panel 4 Press the START HOLD button The machine will start and complete the wash programme you have selected At the end of the wash cycle a buzzer will sound 6 times NOTE The automatic programmes may only be selected before the START H...

Page 9: ...er temperature button to select a COLD WARM or HOT wash Both indicator lights will glow when WARM is selected 3 Press the WASH RINSE and SPIN buttons A variety of programmes may be selected such as wash only rinse only spin only wash and rinse or rinse and spin 4 Press the WATER LEVEL button Select a suitable water level for the type and quantity of washing 5 Press the START HOLD button The machin...

Page 10: ... A variety of programmes may be selected 4 Press the WATER LEVEL button If necessary select a suitable water level for the type and quantity of washing 5 Press the PRE SET button The Stop Time will increase by 1 hour increments every time the button is pressed For example Pre set 8 hours and the selected wash cycle will be completed in 8 hours time At the end of the wash cycle a buzzer will sound ...

Page 11: ... repeatedly and select FAST wash 4 Press the START HOLD button The machine will start and complete the selected programme At the end of the wash cycle a buzzer will sound 6 times NOTE A fast wash programme automatically sets the water level in the machine at LOW The wash time is set at 3 minutes with 1 rinse overflow and 2 minutes of spin However wash time and spin time may be altered prior to pre...

Page 12: ...rmly downwards CLEANING THE DRAIN FILTER Clean the drain filter weekly or if the E2 fault code appears in the display window To access the filter unscrew and withdraw it Re fit the filter after cleaning CLEANING THE MACHINE The surfaces of the machine need very little attention Periodically wipe the inside of the drum and then the outer cabinet with a damp cloth An occasional polish of the outside...

Page 13: ...EN TAP MOREASK FOR REPAIR E2 WATER HAS NOT DRAINED COMPLETELY CHECK DRAIN HOSE ASK FOR REPAIR E3 LID HAS NOT BEEN CLOSED WHILE MACHINE IS ON SPIN CYCLE CLOSE LID E4 OUT OF BALANCE LOAD RE DISTRIBUTE CLOTHING EVENLY AROUND THE TUB LU THE SUPPLY VOLTAGE IS TOO LOW MACHINE WILL OPERATE ONCE VOLTAGE HAS STABILISED E6 INSUFFICIENT PRE SET TIME INCREASE PRE SET TIME F0 POWER SWITCH IS OUT OF ORDER REPAI...

Page 14: ...inked That the end of the drain hose is not under water That the outlet end of the drain hose is 1 metre above floor level That the drain pump is operating THE MACHINE WILL NOT SPIN That the lid has been closed That the load is balanced That the machine is standing firm and level Also please check the following points 1 Check that the cord is plugged in and that the wall socket is switched on 2 Ch...

Reviews: