USER MANUAL FOR YOUR VENINI VWM51, 5 kg VWM71, 7 kg Top Load Washing Machine NOTE: This User Instruction Manual contains important information, including safety & installation points, which will enable you to get the most out of your appliance. Please keep it in a safe place so that it is easily available for future reference; for you or any person not familiar with the operation of the appliance.
Contents Environmental note 4 Important safety information 5–6 Specifications Specifications Appliance dimensions Control panel Detergent drawer Bleaching agents Softener 7 – 11 7 8 9 10 10 11 Preparing the wash cycle Preparing your garments for washing A selection of wash care symbols 11 - 12 11 - 12 12 Selecting a wash program Detergent Choosing a wash program Selecting a wash temperature Setting the program features Selecting a water level Washing load size Beginning the wash program Delay start
Environmental note 4
Important safety information Your safety is of the utmost importance to us. Please make sure that you read this instruction booklet before attempting to install or use the appliance. If you are unsure of any of the information contained in this booklet, please contact the Customer Care Department. General Safety o Repairs to your appliance must only be carried out by a registered engineer or one of its authorised service agents.
During Use o It is recommended that the appliance is unplugged and the water supply is turned off after the machine is used. o This appliance is only designed to wash normal domestic wash loads. If you use your washing machine in any other way or it is incorrectly used, then we accept no liability for any damage that might be caused and any guarantee will be void. o No attempt should be made to alter or modify the specifications of this appliance.
Specifications 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) Lid Frame Filter Interior drum Machine body Control panel Adjustable feet 8) Rear control board 9) Inlet valve 10) Power cord 11) Back cover 12) Drain pipe 13) Base 14) Drum o 5 programs o 5 kg wash load (VWM51) o 7 kg wash load (VWM71) o o o o o o o o 660 rpm maximum spin speed (VWM51) 720 rpm maximum spin speed (VWM71) LED display Delay start Wash temperature control Safety lock Imbalance control system Adjustable feet 7
VWM71 Appliance dimensions Height: Width : Depth: 920 mm 560 mm 565 mm VWM51 Appliance dimensions Height: Width: Depth: 900 mm 540 mm 545 mm For future reference please record the following information which can be found on the rating plate and the date of purchase which can be found on your sales invoice. Model Number ………………………………. Serial Number ………………………………. Date of Purchase ……………………………….
Control panel 1) Water level button: Use this button to select the appropriate water level according to the volume of laundry. 2) Process button: Press this button to set the features of the wash program. Each press of the button will scroll through the following choices. 3) Preset button: Use this button to program a delayed start to the wash cycle. 4) Safety lock buttons: Use these buttons simultaneously to activate and deactivate the safety lock.
Detergent drawer o Open the washing machine lid and pull out the detergent drawer to add detergent powder to the wash program. Then push the drawer back in before introducing laundry into the machine and setting the wash program. Only powder detergents should be placed in the drawer. o If you wish to place detergent powder directly into the drum, you should dilute it first in warm water. You can then place the diluted detergent powder into the drum halfway through the main wash fill.
Softener o An automatic softener input device is not available with this machine, so if you would like to use it, you should pause the wash program before the last bleaching operation and introduce softener manually. o You should always follow the manufacturer’s directions when using softener to avoid damage to clothing. The amount of detergent that you need to use in your appliance will depend on: o The degree of soiling. Lightly soiled garments in general require less detergent.
o Woollens and knitted coloured fabrics should be turned inside out before being washed in the appliance. o Small delicate items (tights, baby socks) should be placed in either a washing net or a zipped pillow case. o Curtains should be handled with particular care. All plastic hooks or metal strips must be removed before being washed in the appliance. o Coloured items and whites should be washed in separate wash cycles.
Selecting a wash program Detergent o If you are placing detergent directly into the drum, you should dilute it first (See ‘Detergent Drawer’ section). o Alternatively, put detergent powder into the detergent drawer. Please see the table on page 15 for recommended amounts according to the water level and weight of laundry. o For a normally soiled full load, dissolve dry powder detergent in warm water before adding. o Use low sudsing detergent.
Selecting a wash temperature o You can use the wash temperature button (5) to adjust the wash temperature for your chosen program. The table below shows an approximate temperature for each option: Temperature option Approximate temperature Warm 35°C Hot 45°C Cold 5°C o IMPORTANT: If the washing machine is not connected to a hot water supply, you should not select the hot or warm temperature options.
Selecting a water level o You can also select a water level for your wash program, according to the amount of laundry that you are washing, using the water level button (1). Please see the table below for a guide to the appropriate water level for different load sizes and the required amount of detergent. VWM51 Water level 9-10 Laundry weight (kg) 4.5-5 7-8 3-4.
Washing load size o The water level and amount of detergent required largely depends on the size of the wash load. By calculating the total weight of your items you can choose the most suitable wash program options. o For a general guide to the weight of various laundry items, please see the table below.
o Each press of the preset button (3) will increase the delay time by 1 hour. The number of hours displayed indicates when the wash cycle will come to an end. o The washing machine will begin the program automatically, at an appropriate time to ensure that the wash program is complete by the time you have set. For example, if you program a delay time of 3 hours, this means that the wash program will be finished in 3 hours. o You can set a delay time from 2 to 24 hours.
Maintenance and cleaning In daily use o Once a wash cycle has completed, you should pull out the detergent drawer slightly, so it can dry out. o Leave the lid open for a short while after a wash cycle has completed. This should help to prevent stagnant smells and to protect the seal. o Close the water tap. o We suggest that you disconnect the appliance from your mains supply, when it is not in use. Control panel and washing machine cabinet.
The washing machine drum The drum of your washing machine is constructed from stainless steel. However if there are objects that can rust placed inside the drum then it is possible for the drum to become stained. IMPORTANT: Do not use a descaling agent, iron/steel wool or scouring agents to clean the drum of your appliance. o Remove any rust stains on the drum with an appropriate stainless steel cleaning agent.
o Wash the filter and filter cover in warm soapy water before drying thoroughly. o Clip the filter back into position on the drum wall. o Reattach the filter cover by sliding it back down into its original position. Removing stains Garments that are covered in stains, grease or are heavily soiled may need to be pre-washed or soaked before being placed inside of the washing machine. o Soaking helps to remove protein-type stains, like blood, milk or grass.
Stain removal rules o Use warm water for soaking or pre-washing stained laundry. Hot water can set stains. o Most stains are easier to remove when they are fresh. o Before treating any stain try to establish; what kind of stain it is, how old the stain is, what the fabric type is and whether the fabric is colourfast (check the care label to find this out). o Washing and drying can fix some stains. o When bleach is recommended, use mild fabric bleach that is safe for the fabric.
Mustard Blood stain Cream, icecream and milk Mould Ink Fruit Grass stain Oil paint Burnt stain First apply glycerine to the stained area. Rub with detergent and then wash. If the stain still does not disappear, wipe with alcohol (on synthetic and coloured cloth, a mixture of 1 unit alcohol, 2 units water should be used). Lay your clothes in cold water for 30 minutes.
Poor wash results My garments are looking grey and there are limescale deposits present in the drum of my washing machine. o o o o There is not enough detergent being added. The incorrect detergent is being used. Stains are not being pre-treated. The correct wash program or wash temperature was not selected. I have followed the advice given above, but my garments are still coming out with grey stains on them.
Installation IMPORTANT: THIS INSTALLATION MUST BE COMPLETED BY A SUITABLY QUALIFIED PERSON. THE MANUFACTURER ONLY SANCTIONS THE INSTALLATION GIVEN IN THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL. YOU SHOULD KEEP THE TRANSIT PACKAGING, IN CASE YOU NEED TO TRANSPORT THE MACHINE IN THE FUTURE. Locating your washing machine o Before commencing installation, check the location where you intend to install the appliance. You should make sure that you have everything in place that is necessary for the correct installation.
Adjusting the height of the appliance o Place the machine on a solid and level floor surface. o If the floor is uneven, the appliance should be adjusted otherwise the washing machine will not function properly. The uneven surface also vibrates the machine and causes it to move from its original position while in use. o The adjustable feet of the washing machine allow you to correct the levelness of the appliance. o First unscrew the adjusting nut using a spanner.
Installing the spacers o Remove the spacers from the accessories provided with the appliance. o Each spacer has two clasps as shown in the drawing on the next page. Ensure that clasp A is secured to the right hand slot of hole 1. Clasp B should be secured to the left hand slot of hole 1. o Fix the second spacer to hole 2 using the same method as above. Installing the bottom cover o The bottom cover should be placed between the machine case and the foam lining.
Connecting to the mains water supply IMPORTANT: The washing machine should never be connected to the water mains using an existing inlet hose, YOU MUST utilise the inlet hose that is provided with the appliance. Your appliance should be connected to a cold and hot water supply. o Ensure that a washer is placed inside the inlet pipe joint, as shown in the image, or the inlet pipe is at risk of leaking. o Connect the inlet pipe to the water supply tap using the screw thread.
Connecting to the water outlet o Remove the accessories which will include a drainage pipe, clamp and sealing ring. o Position the clamp over the drainage pipe. o Fix the sealing ring onto the water outlet port. o Attach the drainage pipe over the sealing ring onto the water outlet port. o Reposition the clamp over the drainage pipe and sealing ring. o Secure the drain hose to the water outlet, so that it cannot move whilst the washing machine is in use.
o The drain hose should not be positioned any higher than 90 cm as this will cause drainage problems. o You can place the end of the drain hose in your drain pipe. Push it a short way down into your drain pipe (max 100mm). IMPORTANT: Do not insert the drain hose too deeply into the water pipe, as this may cause siphoning. The drain pipe should be loosely fitted and not sealed. o Alternatively, you can place the end of the drain hose into a sink. You can secure the hose to the tap to hold it in position.
o The moulded plug that is supplied with the appliance must be placed into an earthed and insulated socket. o Broken or damaged power leads must only be replaced by a suitably qualified person. A power lead of a similar type must be used in replacement. o IMPORTANT: We do not recommend that this appliance is connected to an extension lead.
o E4 Very little water is supplied. o E5 Delay start did not work. o E6 Abnormal water level sensor. o E7 Constant water supply or automatic drainage. o E8 Temperature sensor malfunction. o Tap is not turned on; there is a water failure or low water pressure so the water cannot reach the set level after a long time. The lid was open during the preset time. o Water level sensor failure, short circuit or circuit break. Abnormal inlet valve or water level sensor.
General troubleshooting Problem o When the machine starts from the RINSE function, the washing machine does not add water. o o The wash process changes from SPIN to RINSE. o o The control panel is not responding during a program. o o o There is a SPIN delay. o o The first time the machine is used, there is some water flowing out the drainage pipe. o Machine is completely unresponsive.
IMPORTANT: If your appliance appears not to be operating correctly, then you should disconnect it from your mains supply and then contact the Customer Care Department. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR THE APPLIANCE YOURSELF. Please note that if an service agent is asked to attend whilst the product is under guarantee and finds that the problem is not the result of an appliance fault, then you may be liable for the cost of the call out charge.
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