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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If the clothes washer does not perform as expected, malfunctions

,

 or an alarm is 

sounding, please check the following list of possible solutions.
If a solution can not be found or the problem persists, please contact Midea service (refer 
to page 17). Do not, under any circumstance, dismantle the appliance yourself.

Troubles

Reason

Solution

Washing machine 
will not start up

·

Check if the door is closed tightly.

·

Check if power plug is inserted correctly.

·

Check if water supply tap is opened.

·

Check if button “Start/Pause” is pressed.

·

Check if button “Power” is pressed.

Door will not open

·

This is the machine’s safety 
protection.

·

Disconnect the power, wait a few minutes, 
door will then open.

Heating fault

·

Heating element damaged.

·

Can only wash without heat.

·

Contact the service centre promptly.

Water leakage

·

The connection between inlet pipe 
or outlet hose and tap or washing 
machine is not tight.

·

Drain pipe is blocked.

·

Check and fasten water pipes.

·

Clean up outlet hose

.

·

Arrange

 

a

 

service

 

person to repair if

 

necessary.

Water overflowing 
from bottom of 
machine

·

The inlet hose is not connected 
firmly.

·

Drain hose has a leakage.

·

Fix the inlet hose

 

in

 

place

 

securely.

·

Replace the drain hose.

Indicator or display 
does not light

·

Power is disconnected.

·

PC board has problems.

·

Harness has connection problem.

·

Check if the power is shut down  and power 
plug is connected correctly. If not, please 
contact

 

customer

 

care.

Detergent residue in 
the dispenser

 

drawer

·

Washing powder is dampened and 
agglomerated.

·

Clean and wipe the drawer.

·

Use liquid detergents or detergents 
especially for front load

 

washers.

Poor washing effects

·

The clothes are heavily

 

soiled.

·

Insufficient detergent quantity.

·

Select appropriate

 

wash

 

program.

·

Add the proper detergent quantity according 
to instructions on

 

the detergent package.

Abnormal noises

 

and

 

vibrations

·

Check if the transit bolts have been 
removed.

·

Check

 

if installed on solid and level floor.

·

Check

 

if

 

the

 

feet

 

of

 

the

 

washing

 

machine

 

are

 

leveled

 

correctly

.

·

Check for hair clips or metal articles inside

 

the

 

drum.

Summary of Contents for MFWS512

Page 1: ...MFWS512 Front Load Washer 5kg USER MANUAL...

Page 2: ...tion 2 3 Identifying parts of the Washer 4 Installation 5 7 Control Features and Functions 8 Wash Programs 9 Wash Guide 10 12 Cleaning Maintenance 13 14 Troubleshooting Guide 15 16 Repairs Service War...

Page 3: ...y Do not remove the attached adhesive identi cation label containing model number serial number and other information as this label will be used by the Midea authorized service representative in the e...

Page 4: ...lways switch off and unplug it Do not disassemble any part of the clothes washer Do not insert your hand and remove items from the washer until it has come to a complete stop Do not splash wet or hose...

Page 5: ...E WASHER 4 Accessories cold water inlet hose drain hose support transit bolt caps x4 detergent dispenser drawer service panel door control panel detergent dispenser power cord with plug drain hose adj...

Page 6: ...e of the washer The noise may be increased if the oor is not rm It is not recommended to place on carpeted ooring If this can not be avoided place a solid sheet under the appliance Choose a location w...

Page 7: ...lower as necessary Once levelled try to rock it from corner to corner If the washer rocks continue to adjust the feet until it is levelled and no longer rocks Once all four feet have been adjusted an...

Page 8: ...o the clothes washer Open the main water supply Position drain hose When placing the drain hose ensure it is above 600m and below 1000mm Otherwise the washer may not drain correctly and an error will...

Page 9: ...am Note When the light is off the water temperature will be COLD 4 Start Pause Button Press this button to start the selected wash program Once a wash has begun press this button to pause the program...

Page 10: ...ram may also be used for handwash articles Use detergent speci c to woollens and delicates 1 5 X 40 C default 20 C cold 400 1 25 Underwear Speci cally designed for underwear with a stronger rinse sett...

Page 11: ...d separately If washed together with clothes they may become infected Use the cotton Intensive program to ensure thorough rinsing and cleaning without detergent residue Loading Do not overload the mac...

Page 12: ...be as clean and ef cient it may also cause an excess of suds to ow into the dispenser compartment This will unnecessarily add to environmental pollution and a build up on the inside of your washer Too...

Page 13: ...ee of decolorisation eg shirts pajamas underwear 40 C 20 C COLD Normally soiled articles including synthetics and wool Turn the dial to select the corresponding program according to the wash load Sele...

Page 14: ...lter Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Gently pull out the drawer and unclip The clip is at the back of the middle rinse additive compartment Using a damp cloth wipe each compartment Allow to dr...

Page 15: ...Open the service panel and unscrew the drain pump cover Drain any water into the dish or bucket Mop up any spillage with a rag Remove any debris and obstructions from the drain pump lter Replace and t...

Page 16: ...e is blocked Check and fasten water pipes Clean up outlet hose Arrange a service person to repair if necessary Water over owing from bottom of machine The inlet hose is not connected rmly Drain hose h...

Page 17: ...is too slow Inlet valve lter is blocked Inlet pipe is twisted Water is not supplied Open the tap or wait until the water supply becomes normal Check inlet valve lter Straighten the water pipe Check th...

Page 18: ...cks listed in the Troubleshooting Guide please contact Midea Customer Care on 1300 132 371 Please refer to the enclosed warranty card or visit www mideaappliances com au for warranty information Ensur...

Page 19: ...nsions Height 850mm Width 595mm Depth 470mm Net Weight 50Kg IP rating IPX4 NOTE This product is subject to continuous improvement speci cations are subject to change without prior notice This product...

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