Washing machine Instructions for use DOUBLE QUICK 1500 DBQ 151
Introduction Please read these instructions for use carefully and all other information enclosed with the washing machine. Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners. Note: this machine is solely for domestic use. Notes on disposal All packaging material used is environmentally-friendly and recyclable. Please help dispose of the packaging via environmentally-friendly means.
General delivery notes Please check that the following items are delivered with the appliance: - Instruction manual - Certificate of guarantee - Inlet hose - Liquid detergent compartment - 32 minute programme dosing scoop Check that no damage has occurred during transit, and if so, call your nearest Authorised Technical Support Service agent (see Customer Service) M) N.B! If the appliance is installed on a carpeted floor ensure that the ventilation holes on the base of the appliance are not obstructed.
Description of controls Useful advice for users N Fig.
The machine on indicator light is illuminated when the on/off button is pressed. Indicator lights showing which phase the programme is in Lights will come on to indicate the wash stage of the programme. M N QUICK WASH button D Pressing this button reduces the time of the wash programme by a maximum of 50 minutes depending on the programme and the temperature selected. The quick wash button can be used for washing loads of 1 to 5 Kg. This option may only be utilised on cottons and synthetics programmes.
PROGRAMME Selector with OFF position L ROTATES IN BOTH DIRECTIONS The On/Off indicator light will go on The tables describe the washing programme on the basis of the number or symbol chosen. Detergent drawer A The detergent draw is split into 4 compartments: - the first, labelled "I", is for prewash detergent - the second, labelled "II", is for main wash detergent N.B.
Programme selector For the various types of fabrics and various degrees of dirt the washing machine has 4 different programme bands according to: wash cycle, temperature and lenght of cycle (see table of washing cycle programmes). 1 Resistants Fabrics COTTON The programmes have been designed for a maximum wash and the rinses, with spin intervals, ensure perfect rinsing. The final spin gives more efficient removal of water.
Sorting the laundry The correct way to wash - It is recommended you wash only items which are machine washable with water and detergent and not dry-clean items. Preparing the laundry A) Select the laundry. - If you need to wash rugs, bedspreads or other heavy items, it is best not to spin them.
EN TABLE OF PROGRAMMES FABRIC WEIGHT MAX Kg PROGRAM FOR PROG. TEMP. °C ❙ Resistant fabrics Cotton, linen Whites 5 90 90° Whites with Prewash 5 60 P 60° 5 60 5 5 Please read these notes CHARGE DETERGENT ❙❙ ● ● ❀ When washing heavily soiled laundry it is recommended the load is reduced to 3 kg maximum. ● In programmes shown in the wash guide, automatic bleaching is possible by pouring the liquid bleach into the detergent draw . * Programmes according to CENELEC EN 60456.
Dosages Detergents, washing aids and amounts to use Choice of detergent General purpose detergents - - Powder detergents, for a thorough wash, with bleaching agent, particularly suitable for use in hot wash programmes (60°C and over), for heavily soiled and stained laundry. Liquid detergents, particularly suitable for grease stains, such as greasy skin marks, cosmetics and oil. These detergents are not suitable for washing stained laundry, as they do not contain bleach.
Cleaning and routine maintenance Do not use alcohol-based scourers and /or thinners on the outside of your washing machine, just a wipe with a damp cloth will suffice. The washing machine needs very little maintenance: - Cleaning the drawer compartments. - Cleaning the filter. Cleaning the drawer compartments Even if it is not strictly necessary, it is good to clean the compartments for bleaching detergents and additives occasionally.
Investigating malfunctions What might be the cause of… Defects you can remedy yourself MALFUNCTION CAUSE REMEDY 1. Does not work on any programme Plug not in socket. Not switched on. Power failure. Fuse blown. Door open. Plug it in. Switch on. Check. Check. Close door. 2. Does not fill with water See cause 1. Tap turned off. Programme selector not correctly positioned. Check. Turn on tap. Position programme selector correctly. 3. Water does not drain away Kink in discharge hose.
SETTING UP + INSTALLATION Remove the polystyrene base and place the machine near its permanent position (diagram 1). 1 Carefully cut through the hose retaining clip at the rear of the appliance (diagram 2). Unscrew the central bolt (A); unscrew the 4 lateral screws (B) and remove the cross piece (C) (diagram 3). Lean the machine forward and remove the plastic bags containing the two polystyrene blocks at the sides, pulling downwards (diagram 4).
Note: we recommend you keep the transit bracket, braces and screws to immobilise the machine for future transit. The Manufacturers will not be responsible for any possible damage to the machine caused by not following the rules relating to releasing the mechanism. The user is responsible for all costs of installation. Water connection The appliance must be connected to the water mains using new hose-sets. The old hose-sets should not be reused.
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