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Operating & Installation Instructions

Front Loading Washing Machine

Thank you for purchasing a Hitachi front loading washing machine.

Please read these operating & installation instructions carefully for proper

operation of the machine.

Please keep these operating & installation instructions for future reference.

Environmentally Friendly Waste Disposal  3

Hints and Tips for Eco-Friendly Washing  3

Safety Instructions 

4

Product Descriptions 

6

Control Panel and Display 

7

Before You Start Washing 

9

How to Use the Washing Machine 

11

Program Overview 

16

In Case of Emergency 

18

Care and Maintenance 

18

Troubleshooting 

21

Error Codes 

23

How to Install the Washing Machine 

24

Customer Service 

30

Consumption Values 

31

Specifi cations 

31

Contents

Model BD-90YCV / BD-80YCV

Summary of Contents for BD-80YCV

Page 1: ...uctions for future reference Environmentally Friendly Waste Disposal 3 Hints and Tips for Eco Friendly Washing 3 Safety Instructions 4 Product Descriptions 6 Control Panel and Display 7 Before You Start Washing 9 How to Use the Washing Machine 11 Program Overview 16 In Case of Emergency 18 Care and Maintenance 18 Troubleshooting 21 Error Codes 23 How to Install the Washing Machine 24 Customer Serv...

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Page 3: ...rd with mains plug Destroy the lock on the door To prevent playing children from being trapped and endangered ensure that the door locking mechanism is disabled If you wish to discard this product please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal Keep to the load limit of each program Your washing machine automatically adjusts the operating time and amount ...

Page 4: ...ions the manufacturer is not liable for any accident or damage caused Do not install in a damp place such as a bathroom or a place exposed to rain Risk of fire electric shock current leakage or product damage Do not install on a board with castors or an unstable surface This may cause injury or malfunction due to abnormal vibration Do not use a plug adapter to convert 3 pins to 2 pins The washing m...

Page 5: ...e the drum before washing Make sure that small pets do not climb into the drum Do not wash waterproof items such as raincoats wet suits ski suits sleeping bags cushions pillows shoes etc The washing machine may not work properly or the items may cause injury or damage the machine Do not operate without the detergent dispenser Do not use tap water hotter than 50ºC Do not wash items together with co...

Page 6: ...e page 29 Part No BD W80MV 150 Water Leak Detection Hose Part No BD W80MV 162 Please contact your local dealer when installing the upper plate and the water leak detection hose Product Descriptions Drain Hose Control Panel Door Lock Power Cord Door Handle Adjustable Feet 4 pcs Drain Filter Filter Cover Emergency Door Lock Release Detergent Dispenser Softener Cap Dispenser For fabric softener Dispe...

Page 7: ...elled and the water is drained out only Recommended for delicate fabrics Prewash button Prewashes heavily soiled items before the main wash The symbol is shown on the display Pour the powdered detergent into the dispenser Prewash button Can wash your heavily soiled laundry first then add the regular laundry to wash off all together at a time The symbol is shown on the display Intensive button Extend...

Page 8: ... shows h and error codes Page 23 Error Codes Intensive option Extra Rinse option Page 9 Control Panel and Display Excessive foam in the drum Page 9 Control Panel and Display Child Lock option All buttons are disabled except the Power button and Jog Dial and the door is locked when the symbol is on Progress indicator Shows which phase of the program is being done The following symbols blink while e...

Page 9: ... function operates every time you do your laundry Control Panel and Display Before You Start Washing Preparation of the washing Sorting the laundry Remove any foreign objects coins safety pins etc Use a washing net when you wash delicate clothes knit products lingerie etc Close zips brush sand out of pockets and collars Brush pet hair out of laundries Sort the laundry according to the type of fabr...

Page 10: ... can result in excess foam formation which reduces rinse efficiency or may cause a water leak Depending on the detergent brand detergent may remain undissolved when the water pressure is low or when the water temperature is low Page 20 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the detergent dispenser Do not use liquid detergent when using the Prewash option The detergent and any additives must be poured into th...

Page 11: ...nditions Use the option buttons to set additional functions Page 7 Control Panel and Display Page 16 Program Overview If you select the wrong program by mistake reselect the washing program by turning the Jog Dial When the Cotton program is selected settings such as spin speed additional options etc are memorized Same settings can be used when the Cotton program is selected again The detergent and...

Page 12: ...rt the program Note It is not recommended to add a large amount of clothes as the washing machine first measures the load size to determine optimum operation Terminating a program Press the Start Pause button and press the Power button to switch power off Then press the Power button again and select the Spin or Drain program to drain remaining water in the drum and spin dry the laundry The buzzer so...

Page 13: ...ing machine is seldom used some dirt may not be removed by using the Auto Self Clean function To clean the tub more completely we recommend using the Tub Clean program along with the Auto Self Clean function The Auto Self Clean function is deactivated if one of the following programs is selected Duvet Daily 45 Spin Rapid 15 Tub Clean Drain n You can wash your heavily soiled laundry first then add t...

Page 14: ...procedure Note Do not use blanket net This may cause excessive vibration when spinning 1 Load the laundry Fold a large items such as a duvet or blanket as follows Load laundry into the drum with the ends facing the rear of the drum Laundry ends facing rear of drum Push laundry inside not to exceed this line Drum 2 Press the Power button to switch power on 3 Select the Duvet program 4 Add detergent...

Page 15: ... after 1 2 minutes Then press the Start Pause button to pause the program 5 Open the door and add the tub cleaner directly to the drum Do not use detergent for washing clothes 6 Close the door and press the Start Pause button to restart the program Your washing machine features Intelligent Sensor Systems that detect laundry size fabric type and water temperature and then control the method of wash...

Page 16: ...urable clothes jeans sportswear etc 4 5 kg 4 kg Duvet For washable large items such as duvets blankets bedspreads etc 2 5 kg Colors Separate wash for colored or cotton blend items Washes in low temperature or cold water to prevent colors for running 4 kg Allergy Care Removes allergens such as house dust mites mold and bacteria This program is tested and approved by Allergy UK 4 kg Daily 45 For was...

Page 17: ...lergy Care program was awarded the Seal of Approval by Allergy UK By reducing mold house dust mites and bacteria this program provides worry free washing for people with delicate skin and families with a baby The Allergy Care program was tested and approved under the following settings Washing temperature from 75ºC to 90ºC No options added 400 1000r min No Spin 400 1000r min No Spin 400 1000r min ...

Page 18: ... the door lock and disconnect the mains plug 2 Drain the water in the drum from the drain tube See page 19 Care and Maintenance Cleaning the drain filter 3 Pull the emergency release downwards The washing machine door can be opened and the laundry can be taken out from the drum Risk of injury Hot water may come out from the drain tube In Case of Emergency Care and Maintenance In the event of a powe...

Page 19: ...first otherwise a lot of hot water may come out 2 Insert a thin slim object such as a flat blade screwdriver handle of spoon fork into the slot of the filter cover and open it Slot 3 Place a piece of cloth under the filter cover Turn the drain filter anticlockwise slowly and remove it Make sure to open the drain filter slowly as hot water may come out 4 Remove foreign objects such as coins or pins Clean...

Page 20: ... water supply hose to their original positions External cleaning Clean the surface of the washing machine with a soft cloth Do not use solvents such as alcohol or benzine Descaling The water in some areas is hard and contains lime so it is recommended to use a water softening agent periodically or use a descaler according to the descaler manufacturers instructions Do this separately from any laund...

Page 21: ...s continually corrected and may change during the program This is not a malfunction Use the appropriate amount of detergent This is not a malfunction There s no foam or hardly any foam The amount of foam varies depending on the temperature level of soiling and water hardness Detergent may remain undissolved if it is poured directly into the drum Use the appropriate amount of detergent There s a lo...

Page 22: ...re may be mold dirt or detergent residue on the drum The smell goes away over time Run the Tub Clean program Unsatisfactory washing results You may have used too little detergent You may have poured detergent directly into the drum Use the appropriate amount of detergent Pour detergent in the appropriate dispenser Unusual noise or vibration The transport bolts may not have been removed The washing...

Page 23: ...lance C08 Door lock does not function The door may be open The door may not be closed completely Check the door and close firmly C09 Door unlock does not function Laundry may be exceeded rated load and door is pushed from inside Switch power off and press the door to close tightly Hold that position and switch power on and wait until the door lock is released C14 Malfunction of vibration sensor Ther...

Page 24: ... Failure to earth the unit may cause electric shock if an electric leak takes place Height without worktop for under counter installation Install the appliance on a flat hard floor to avoid excessive vibration and noise Do not install the unit in humid places such as a bathroom or places that are exposed to wind and rain Keep the minimum installation distance from the walls to prevent abnormal sound...

Page 25: ...Do not remove these hose holders Remove the transport bolts Connection on the left side Water Drain Hose Approx 105 cm min 60 cm max 100 cm Power Supply 220 240V 50Hz Power Cord Water Supply Hose Optimum Water Pressure 30kpa 800kpa Use cold water from the tap Connection on the right side min 60 cm max 100 cm Power Supply 220 240V 50Hz Water Drain Hose Approx 160 cm Water Supply Hose Power Cord How...

Page 26: ...er supply hose 1 Untighten the upper connector screw Upper connector Rubber packing Fixing screw Middle connector In case the diameter of the tap is large remove the guide plate Guide plate Connector 2 Push the upper connector up till the rubber packing is in tight contact with the tap Then tighten the 4 screws Rubber packing Upper connector Middle connector Turn the middle connector so that there...

Page 27: ...revent from slipping out from joint pipe Joint pipe 60 100 cm Do not bend twist crush or pull out bend or step on the drain hose Use the hose guide to prevent the drain hose from kinking Do not detach the drain hose from the rear panel of the washing machine Drainage into a wash basin Using the packed in hose guide Secure the drain hose to prevent it from slipping out of the wash basin The wash ba...

Page 28: ... feet must be firmly on the ground The washing machine must not wobble Check the alignment of the washing machine with a spirit level and adjust the feet if it s not aligned Loosening Adjustable leg Elevating Lock nut Loosen the lock nut by unscrewing in the arrow direction then stabilize the unit with the adjustable feet Lock nut Tightening After adjustment tighten the lock nut by screwing it in t...

Page 29: ...t your local dealer when installing the upper plate Necessary clearance Sides At least 3 mm Back At least 3 mm Above At least 3 mm For neater installation under the counter check the height of internal measurement before fitting and adjust to the appropriate height with the adjustable feet Page 28 How to Install the Washing Machine Level Adjustment How to Install the Washing Machine Under counter i...

Page 30: ...witch power on The power cord has cracks There are abnormal vibrations and sounds during operation There is a smell of burning Select the Cotton program with water temperature at 60ºC setting and allow the unit to wash without clothing This will remove residues and water that may have been left in the drum during manufacturing In case of malfunction of the washing machine please check these Operat...

Page 31: ...40ºC 800 r min 0 60kwh 77L 1 19h Delicate 4 5 kg 40ºC 800 r min 0 60kwh 66L 1 25h Outdoor 4 5 kg 60ºC 1200 r min 1 53kwh 88L 2 08h Duvet 2 5 kg 30ºC 800 r min 0 41kwh 92L 1 30h Daily 45 6 kg 40ºC 800 r min 0 44kwh 50L 0 45h Allergy Care 4 kg 90ºC 1200 r min 2 65kwh 140L 2 57h Colors 4 kg 40ºC 1200 r min 0 57kwh 65L 1 24h Crease Care 4 5 kg 40ºC 800 r min 0 68kwh 76L 1 45h Program temperature optio...

Page 32: ... 40ºC 800 r min 0 53kwh 70L 1 19h Delicate 4 kg 40ºC 800 r min 0 53kwh 57L 1 25h Outdoor 4 kg 60ºC 1200 r min 1 20kwh 85L 2 08h Duvet 2 5 kg 30ºC 800 r min 0 41kwh 85L 1 30h Daily 45 6 kg 40ºC 800 r min 0 44kwh 50L 0 45h Allergy Care 4 kg 90ºC 1200 r min 2 50kwh 130L 2 57h Colors 4 kg 40ºC 1200 r min 0 57kwh 65L 1 24h Crease Care 4 kg 40ºC 800 r min 0 52kwh 70L 1 45h Program temperature option and...

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