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Washing Machine WB 963446 W User’s Manual 2820524864/ Document Number 11-06-15.(11:37)
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Please read this user manual first! Dear Customer, Thank you for preferring a Beko product. We hope that you get the best results from your product which has been manufactured with high quality and state-of-the-art technology. Therefore, please read this entire user manual and all other accompanying documents carefully before using the product and keep it as a reference for future use.
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 General safety instructions 1.1 Life and property safety ---------------------------------------------------------------------------5 1.2 Children's safety -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------6 1.3 Electrical safety ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7 1.4 Hot surface safety ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------7 2 Important instructions for the environment 2.1 Compliance with WEEE Directive ------------------------------------------------------------------8 2.2 Package information ------------------------------------------------------------------------------8 3 Intended use 4 Your product 4.1 Overview -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------9...
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 4.6 Operating the product ----------------------------------------------------------------------------24 4.6.1 Control panel ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------24 4.6.2 Programme and consumption table ---------------------------------------------------------------------25 4.6.3 Programme selection ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------27 4.6.4 Programmes ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------27 4.6.5 Temperature selection -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------29 4.6.6 Spin speed selection -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------29 4.6.7 Auxiliary function selection ------------------------------------------------------------------------------30 4.6.8 End Time --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------31 4.6.9 Starting the programme ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------32 4.6.10 Loading door lock ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------32 4.6.11 Changing the selections after programme has started -----------------------------------------------32...
General safety instructions This section includes security instructions which may help prevent the injuries and material damage risks. All kinds of warranties shall be invalid if these instructions are not observed. 1.1 Life and property safety Never place the product on a carpet-covered floor. Electrical parts will get overheated since air cannot circulate from under the device.
1.2 Children's safety This product can be used by children who are at the age of 8 and over and the people whose physical, sensory or mental skills are not fully developed or who do not have necessary required experience and knowledge as long as they are supervised or trained about the safe use of the product and its risks.
1.3 Electrical safety If the product has a failure, it should not be operated unless it is repaired by an Authorised Service Agent. Risk of electric shock! This product is designed to resume operating in the event of powering on after a power interruption. If you wish to cancel the programme, see "Cancelling the programme"...
Important instructions for the environment 2.1 Compliance with WEEE Directive This product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU). This product bears a classification symbol for waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE). This product has been manufactured with high quality parts and materials which can be reused and are suitable for recycling.
4.2 Package Contents 9- Power cable 10- Drain hose 11- Transportation safety bolts* 12- Mains water inlet hose (One of the following filter types is used for the mains hose connection.) a- Electronic water shut-off b- Mechanical water shut-off c- Standard 13- Liquid detergent container** 14- User Manual 15- Blind plug***...
4.3 Technical specifications Complying Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) No 1061/2010 Supplier name or trademark Beko Model name WB963446W Rated capacity (kg) Energy efficiency class / Scale from A+++ (Highest Efficiency) to D (Lowest Efficiency) A+++ Annual Energy Consumption (kWh) Energy consumption of the standard 60°C cotton programme at full load (kWh) 1.100...
4.4 Installation • Preparation of the location and electrical, tap water and waste water installations at the place of installation is the customer's responsibility. • Make sure that the water inlet and discharge hoses as well as the power cable are not folded, pinched or crushed while pushing the product into its place after installation or cleaning procedures. • The manufacturer shall not be held liable for damages that may arise from procedures carried out by unauthorised persons. • Prior to installation, visually check if the product has any defects on it. If so, do not have it installed. Damaged products cause risks for your safety. 4.4.1 Appropriate installation location • Place the product on a hard and level floor. Do not put it onto a carpet with high pile or other similar surfaces.
4.4.2 Removing packaging reinforcement Tilt the machine backwards to remove the packaging reinforcement. Remove the packaging reinforcement that is attached to the ribbon. Do not attempt this operation alone, get help. 4.4.3 Removing the transportation locks Loose all bolts with an appropriate wrench until they turn freely (C). Remove the transport safety bolts by rocking them slightly.
4.4.4 Connecting the water supply The water supply pressure required to run the product is between 1 to 10 bars (0.1 – 1 MPa). It is necessary to have 10 – 80 litres of water flowing from the fully open tap in one minute to have your machine run smoothly. Attach a pressure reducing valve if the water pressure is higher. If you are going to use the double water-inlet product as a single (cold) water-inlet unit, you must install the supplied stopper to the hot water valve before operating the product.
4.4.5 Connecting the drain hose to the drain • Attach the end of the drain hose directly to the waste water drain, lavatory or bathtub. CAUTION: Your drain house will be flooded if the hose comes out of its housing during water discharge. Moreover, there is risk of scalding due to high washing temperatures! In order to prevent such situations and make sure that the machine performs water intake and discharge processes without any problem, fix the drain hose securely.
4.4.6 Adjusting the feet CAUTION: In order to ensure that the product operates more silently and vibration- free, it must stand level and balanced on its feet. Balance the machine by adjusting the feet. Otherwise, the product may move from its place and cause crushing and vibration problems. CAUTION: Do not use any tools to loosen the lock nuts.
The moulded plug on this appliance incorporates a 13A fuse. Should the fuse need to be replaced an ASTA approved BS1362 fuse of the same rating must be used. Do not forget to refit the fuse cover. In the event of losing the fuse cover, the plug must not be used until a replacement fuse cover has been fitted.
4.5 Preparation 4.5.1 Sorting the laundry * Sort laundry according to type of fabric, colour, and degree of soiling and allowable water temperature. * Always obey the instructions given on the garment tags. LAUNDRY WASH SYMBOLS Symbols for washing on machine WASH Maximum...
4.5.2 Preparing laundry for washing • Laundry items with metal attachments such as, underwiring, belt buckles or metal buttons will damage the product. Remove the metal pieces or wash the clothes by putting them in a laundry bag or pillow case. • Take out all substances in the pockets such as coins, pens and paper clips, and turn pockets inside out and brush. Such objects may damage the product especially the glass door or cause noise problem.
4.5.4 Loading the laundry 1. Open the laundry cover. 2. Put the laundry items into the product in a loose manner. 3. Push and close the loading cover until you hear the locking sound. Ensure that no items are caught in the door. The loading door is locked while a programme is running. The door can only be opened a while after the programme comes to an end.
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Choosing the detergent type Detergent type to be used depends on the fabric type and colour. • Use different detergents for coloured and white laundry. • Wash your delicate clothes only with special detergents (liquid detergent, wool shampoo, etc.) used solely for delicate clothes. • When washing dark coloured clothes and quilts, it is recommended to use liquid detergent. • Wash woollens with special detergent made specifically for woollens. CAUTION: Use only detergents manufactured specifically for washing machines. CAUTION: Do not use soap powder.
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Using gel and tablet detergent • If the gel detergent thickness is fluidal and your product does not contain a special liquid detergent cup, put the gel detergent into the main wash detergent compartment during first water intake. If your product contains a liquid detergent cup, fill the detergent into this cup before starting the programme. • If the gel detergent thickness is not fluidal or in the shape of capsule liquid tablet, put it directly into the drum before washing.
4.5.7 Tips for efficient washing Clothes Delicates/ Light Colours and Black/Dark Colours woollens/ whites Colours Silks (Recommended (Recommended (Recommended (Recommended temperature temperature temperature range temperature range range based on range based on based on soiling level: based on soiling level: soiling level: cold soiling level: cold 40-90 o C)
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The auxiliary functions in the table may vary according to the model of your product. Water and power consumption may vary subject to the changes in water pressure, water hardness and temperature, ambient temperature, type and amount of laundry, selection of auxiliary functions and spin speed, and changes in electric voltage.
4.6.3 Programme selection 1 Determine the programme suitable for the type, quantity and soiling level of the laundry in accordance with the "4.6.2 Programme and consumption table". Programmes are limited with the highest spin speed appropriate for that particular type of fabric.
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“The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by The Woolmark Company for the washing of machine washable wool products provided that the products are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine. M1429.” “In UK, Eire, Hong Kong and India the Woolmark trade mark is a Certification trade mark.” • Hand Wash Use to wash your woollen/delicate clothes that bear “not machine-washable” tags and for which hand wash is recommended.
Do not load more than 1 double fiber duvet (200 x 200 cm). Do not wash your duvets, pillows and etc. that contain cotton in the machine. CAUTION: Do not wash the items apart from duvets such as carpets, rugs and etc. in the machine.
Then, depending on the model of the product, "Rinse Hold" and "No Spin" options appear on the display. See "4.6.7 Auxiliary function selection" section for explanations of these options. Rinse Hold If you are not going to unload your clothes immediately after the programme completes, you can use rinse hold function to keep your laundry in the final rinsing water in order to prevent them from getting wrinkled when there is no water in the product.
• Prewash A Prewash is only worthwhile for heavily soiled laundry. Not using the Prewash will save energy, water, detergent and time. • Extra Rinse This function enables the product to make another rinse in addition to the one already made after the main wash.
4.6.9 Starting the programme 1. Press Start / Pause button to start the programme. 2. Programme follow-up light showing the startup of the programme will turn on. If no programme is started or no key is pressed within 10 minute during programme selection process, the product will turn off automatically.
4.6.12 Child Lock Use Child Lock function to prevent children from tampering with the product. Thus you can avoid any changes in a running programme. You can switch on and off the product with On / Off button when the Child Lock is active. When you switch on the product again, programme will resume from where it has stopped.
4.7 Maintenance and cleaning Service life of product extends and frequently experienced problems will be reduced if it is cleaned at regular intervals. 4.7.1 Cleaning the detergent drawer Clean the detergent drawer at regular intervals (every 4-5 washing cycles) as shown below in order to prevent accumulation of powder detergent in time.
After every wash make sure that no foreign substance is left in the drum. If the holes on the door bellow shown in the figure are blocked, open the holes using a toothpick. Foreign metal substances will cause rust stains in the drum. Clean the stains on the drum surface by using cleaning agents for stainless steel.
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If the product fails to drain water inside it, the pump filter is clogged. Filter must be cleaned whenever it is clogged or every 3 months. Water must be drained off first to clean the pump filter. In addition, prior to transporting the product (e.g., when moving to another house) water should be drained completely.
Troubleshooting Problem Reason Solution Program does not start after • *Press the Start / Pause / Cancel Start / Pause / Cancel button was not pressed. button. closing the door Programme cannot be • Press and hold On / Off button for The product may have switched to self protection 3 seconds to reset the product to mode due to a supply problem (line voltage, water...
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Problem Reason Solution Loading door cannot be The cover lock is activated due to the water level • Drain the water by running the Pump or Spin programme. inside the product. opened. • Wait until the programme completes. Product is heating up the water or it is at the spinning cycle.
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Problem Reason Solution Product does not switch to There might be unbalanced load in the product. • Automatic unbalanced load detection system might be activated due to the spinning step. (*) unbalanced distribution of the laundry in the product. • Check the filter and the draining hose. The product will not spin if water is not drained completely.
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Problem Reason Solution Washing performance • Leave the detergent drawer as well Odours and bacteria layers are formed on the drum as a result of continuous washing at lower as the loading door of the product ajar is poor: Clothes smell after each washing.
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Problem Reason Solution Laundry does not smell like Detergent is put in the wrong compartment. • If detergent is put in the prewash compartment although prewash the softener. (**) cycle is not selected, the product can take this detergent during rinsing or softener step.
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Problem Reason Solution Foam is overflowing from • Mix 1 tablespoonful softener and Too much detergent is used. ½ l water and pour into the main the detergent drawer. wash compartment of the detergent drawer. • Put detergent into the product suitable for the programmes and maximum loads indicated in the “4.6.2 Programme and consumption table”.
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If you have purchased an extended guarantee please refer to the instructions contained within the extended guarantee agreement document. Otherwise please call the appropriate number above where service can be obtained at a charge. Should you experience any difficulty in obtaining service please contact the Beko Customer Help-Line. Tel: 0845 600 4911...
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Guarantee Washing Machine Your new Beko product is guaranteed against the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of the original purchase. what is covered? • Repairs necessary as a result of faulty materials, defective components or manufacturing defect. • The cost of functional replacement parts, but excluding consumable items. • The labour costs of a Beko approved repairer to carry out the repair. what is not covered? • Transit, delivery or accidental damage or misuse and abuse.