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Washing Machine / User‘s Manual 

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1 Important instructions for 

safety and environment 

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1.1 General safety  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
1.2 Intended use  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  5
1.3 Children's safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.4 Package information  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.5 Disposing of the waste product  . . . . . . . . 6
1.6 Compliance with WEEE Directive . . . . . . .  7

2 Your washing machine 

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2.1 Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2 Overview  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3 Package Contents  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3 Installation 

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3.1 Appropriate installation location  . . . . . .  11
3.2 Removing packaging reinforcement  . .  11
3.3 Removing the transportation locks  . . .  11
3.4 Connecting water supply. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3.5 Connecting to the drain  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.6 Adjusting the feet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.7 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

4 Preparation 

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4.1 Sorting the laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
4.2 Preparing laundry for washing . . . . . . . . 17
4.3 Things to be done for energy saving . . 17
4.4 Initial use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
4.5 Correct load capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.6 Loading the laundry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
4.7 Using detergent and softener. . . . . . . . . 18
4.8 Tips for efficient washing. . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

5 Operating the product 

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5.1 Control panel  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.2 Preparing the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.3 Programme selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.4 Main programmes   . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.5 Additional programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.6 Special programmes  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
5.7 Temperature selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
5.8 Spin speed selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
5.9 Programme and consumption table. . . 25
5.10 Auxiliary function selection. . . . . . . . . .26
5.11 Starting the programme  . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.12 Child Lock  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.13 Progress of programme  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.14 Loading door lock  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
5.15 Changing the selections after 

programme has started. . . . . . . . . . . . . .28

5.16 Canceling the programme. . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.17 End of programme  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
5.18 Your machine is equipped with a 

“Standby Mode”. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

6 Quick User Guide 

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6.1 Preparing the machine  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.2 Programme selection  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.3 Auxiliary function selection . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.4 Starting the programme  . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
6.5 Canceling the programme. . . . . . . . . . . . .30

7 Maintenance and cleaning 

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7.1 Cleaning the detergent drawer. . . . . . . . 31
7.2 Cleaning the loading door and the drum 31
7.3 Cleaning the body and control panel  . . 32
7.4 Cleaning the water intake filters . . . . . . 32
7.5 Draining remaining water and cleaning 

the pump filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

8 Troubleshooting 

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Summary of Contents for WMB 71231B

Page 1: ...2820521853 25 08 15 9 15 Document Number Washing Machine User Manual WMB 71231B WMB 71231S WMB 71231W EN ...

Page 2: ...al is also applicable for several other models Differences between models will be identified in the manual Explanationofsymbols Throughout this user manual the following symbols are used C Important information or useful hints about usage A Warning for hazardous situations with regard to life and property B Warning for electric shock Packaging materials of the product are manufactured from recycla...

Page 3: ...or efficient washing 21 5 Operating the product 22 5 1 Control panel 22 5 2 Preparing the machine 22 5 3 Programme selection 22 5 4 Main programmes 23 5 5 Additional programmes 23 5 6 Special programmes 24 5 7 Temperature selection 24 5 8 Spin speed selection 24 5 9 Programme and consumption table 25 5 10 Auxiliary function selection 26 5 11 Starting the programme 27 5 12 Child Lock 27 5 13 Progre...

Page 4: ...tisdesignedtoresumeoperatingintheeventofpoweringonaftera powerinterruption Ifyouwishtocanceltheprogramme see Cancellingthepro gramme section Connecttheproducttoagroundedoutletprotectedbya16Afuse Donotne glecttohavethegroundinginstallationmadebyaqualifiedelectrician Ourcom panyshallnotbeliableforanydamagesthatwillarisewhentheproductisused withoutgroundinginaccordancewiththelocalregulations Connectt...

Page 5: ...durescarriedoutbyunauthorizedpersons Ifthesupplycordisdamaged itmustbereplacedbythemanufacturer itsservice agentorsimilaryqualifiedpersonsinordertoavoidahazard Ifthepowercableisdamaged itmustbereplacedbythemanufacturer after salesserviceorasimilarlyqualifiedperson preferablyanelectrician orsomeone designatedbytheimporterinordertoavoidpossiblerisks Placetheproductonarigid flatandlevelsurface Donotp...

Page 6: ...omthereachofthe childrenbyclosingthecoverofthedetergentcontainerorsealingthedetergent package Whilewashingthelaundryathightemperatures theloadingdoor glassbecomeshot Therefore keepespeciallythechildrenaway fromtheloadingdoorofthemachinewhilethewashingopera tionisinprogress 1 4 Package information Packagingmaterialsoftheproductaremanufacturedfromrecyclablematerials inaccordancewithourNationalEnviro...

Page 7: ...irective 2012 19 EU Thisproductbearsaclassificationsymbolforwasteelectrical andelectronicequipment WEEE Thisproducthasbeenmanufacturedwithhighqualityparts andmaterialswhichcanbereusedandaresuitableforrecycling Donotdisposeofthewasteproductwithnormaldomesticand otherwastesattheendofitsservicelife Takeittothecollection centerfortherecyclingofelectricalandelectronicequipment Pleaseconsultyourlocalaut...

Page 8: ...al load min 145 145 145 Programme time of the standard 40 C cotton programme at partial load min 130 130 130 Duration of the left on mode min N A N A N A Airborne acoustical noise emissions washing spinning dB 57 74 57 74 57 74 Built in No No No Height cm 84 84 84 Width cm 60 60 60 Depth cm 54 54 54 Net weight 4 kg 71 71 71 Single Water inlet Double Water inlet Available Electrical input V Hz 230 ...

Page 9: ...ashing Machine User s Manual 9 EN Your washing machine 2 2 Overview 7 3 4 6 5 2 1 8 1 Power cable 2 Top panel 3 Control panel 4 Filter cap 5 Adjustable feet 6 Loading door 7 Detergent drawer 8 Drain hose ...

Page 10: ...is used for the mains hose connection a Electronical water shut off b Mechanical water shut off c Standard 5 Liquid detergent container 6 User Manual 7 Blind plug 8 Plastic plug group Number of transportation safety bolts may change depending on the model of your machine This may be supplied with the machine depending on the model of your machine This is supplied if your machine is equipped with d...

Page 11: ... any defects on it If so do not have it installed Damaged products cause risks for your safety 3 1 Appropriate installation location Place the machine on a rigid floor Do not place it on a long pile rug or similar surfaces Total weight of the washing machine and the dryer with full load when they are placed on top of each other reaches to approx 180 kilograms Place the product on a solid and flat ...

Page 12: ...stopper group A warning Models with a single water inlet should not be connected to the hot water tap In such a case the laundry will get damaged or the product will switch to protection mode and will not operate warning Do not use old or used water inlet hoses on the new product It may cause stains on your laundry 1 Connect the special hoses supplied with the product to the water inlets on the pr...

Page 13: ...m 40cm To prevent flowing of dirty water back into the machine and to allow for easy discharge do not immerse the hose end into the dirty water or do not drive it in the drain more than 15 cm If it is too long cut it short The end of the hose should not be bent it should not be stepped on and the hose must not be pinched between the drain and the machine If the length of the hose is too short use ...

Page 14: ...laced by a special purpose made mains lead which can only be obtained from a Authorised Service Agent B warning This appliance must be earthed If the fitted moulded plug is not suitable for your socket then the plug should be cut off and an appropriate plug fitted Destroy the old plug which is cut off as a plug with a bared cord could cause a shock hazard if inserted into a socket elsewhere in the...

Page 15: ...oduct before transporting it 2 Remove water drain and water supply connections 3 Drain all water that has remained in the product See 6 5 4 Install transportation safety bolts in the reverse order of removal procedure see 3 3 C Never move the product without the transportation safety bolts properly fixed in place A warning Packaging materials are dangerous to children Keep packaging materials in a...

Page 16: ...ol s Drying Symbols Suitable for dryer No Iron Sensitive Delicate dry Do not dry with dryer Do not dry Do not dry clean DRYING Drying Settings At any temperature At high temperature At medium temperature At low temperature Without heating Hang to dry Lay to dry Hang wet to dry Lay in shadow to dry Dry cleanable Iron IRON Dry or Steam Iron at high temperature Iron at medium temperature Iron at low ...

Page 17: ...hat are subjected to materials such as flour lime dust milk powder etc intensely must be shaken off before placing into the machine Such dusts and powders on the laundry may build up on the inner parts of the machine in time and can cause damage 4 3 Things to be done for energy saving Following information will help you use the product in an ecological and energy efficient manner Operate the produ...

Page 18: ...aundry 1 Open the loading door 2 Place laundry items loosely into the machine 3 Push the loading door to close until you hear a locking sound Ensure that no items are caught in the door C 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 A warning In case of misplacing the laundry noise and vibration problems may occur i...

Page 19: ...o not use amounts exceeding the dosage quantities recommended on the detergent package to avoid problems of excessive foam poor rinsing financial savings and finally environmental protection Use lesser detergent for small amounts or lightly soiled clothes Usingsofteners Pour the softener into the softener compartment of the detergent drawer Do not exceed the max level marking in the softener compa...

Page 20: ... bleaching agent at the beginning of the prewash Do not put detergent in the prewash compartment As an alternative application select a programme with extra rinse and add the bleaching agent while the machine is taking water from the detergent compartment during first rinsing step Do not use bleaching agent and detergent by mixing them Use just a little amount approx 50 ml of bleaching agent and r...

Page 21: ...urs can be used at dosages recommended for heavily soiled clothes Prefer liquid detergents produced for delicate clothes Woolen and silk clothes must be washed with special woolen detergents NormallySoiled Forexample stainscausedby bodyoncollars andcuffs Powder and liquid detergents recommended for whites can be used at dosages recommended for normally soiled clothes Powder and liquid detergents r...

Page 22: ...ion table and the temperature table below 90 C Heavily soiled white cottons and linens coffee table covers tableclothes towels bed sheets etc 60 C Normally soiled coloured fade proof linens cottons or synthetic clothes shirt nightgown pajamas etc and lightly soiled white linens underwear etc 40 C 30 C Cold Blended laundry including delicate textile veil curtains etc synthetics and woolens 2 Select...

Page 23: ...aving compared to all other wash programmes suitable for cottons Actual water temperature may differ from the declared cycle temperature Programme duration may automatically be shortened during later stages of the programme if you wash less amount e g capacity or less of laundry In this case energy and water consumption will be further decreased giving you the opportunity for a more economical was...

Page 24: ...C Use a lower spin speed for delicate laundries 5 7 Temperature selection Whenever a new programme is selected the maximum temperature for the selected programme appears on the temperature indicator To decrease the temperature press the Temperature Adjustment button Temperature will decrease gradually C If the programme has not reached the heating step you can change the temperature without switch...

Page 25: ...mall differences may occur between the time shown on the display and the real washing time Selectability of auxiliary functions might be changed by the manufacturer New selectabilities might be added or existing ones might be removed The spin speed of your machine may vary among the programmes however this speed cannot exceed the max spin speed of your machine EN 2 Auxiliary functions Programme Ma...

Page 26: ...Remaining Moisture Content 1000 Remaining Moisture Content 1100 Synthetics 60 3 55 1 00 01 50 45 40 Synthetics 40 3 55 0 55 01 40 45 40 You can see the washing time of the programme you have selected on the display of the machine It is normal that small differences may occur between the time shown on the display and the real washing time Remaining moisture content values may differ according to th...

Page 27: ...e delayed start period 5 At the end of the countdown duration of the selected programme will be displayed _ symbol will disappear and the selected programme will start ChangingtheDelayedStartperiod If you want to change the time during countdown 1 Press Delayed Start button Time will increase by 1 hour each time you press the button 2 If you want to decrease the delayed start time press Delayed St...

Page 28: ...ogramme C Child Lock is not deactivated after power failures or when the machine is unplugged 5 13 Progress of programme Progress of a running programme can be followed from the Programme Follow up indicator At the beginning of every programme step the relevant indicator light will turn on and light of the completed step will turn off You can change the auxiliary functions speed and temperature se...

Page 29: ...function is activated for 1 2 minutes regardless of the programme step and whether there is water in the machine or not After this period your machine will be ready to start with the first step of the new programme C Depending on the step where the programme was canceled in you may have to put detergent and softener again for the programme you have selected anew 5 17 End of programme End appears o...

Page 30: ...art Pause button to start the programme 2 Programme follow up light showing the startup of the programme will turn on C If no programme is started or no key is pressed within 1 minute during programme selection process the machine will switch to Pause mode and the illumination level of the temperature speed and loading door indicator lights will decrease Other indicator lights and indicators will ...

Page 31: ...ift the rear part of the siphon to remove it as illustrated After performing the above mentioned cleaning procedures replace the siphon back to its seating and push its front section downwards to make sure that the locking tab engages 7 2 Cleaning the loading door and the drum For products with drum cleaning programme please see Operating the product Programmes For products without drum cleaning f...

Page 32: ...es Clean them with an appropriate brush If the filters are too dirty take them out by means of pliers and clean them 3 Take out the filters on the flat ends of the water intake hoses together with the gaskets and clean thoroughly under running water 4 Replace the gaskets and filters carefully in their places and tighten the hose nuts by hand 7 5 Draining remaining water and cleaning the pump filte...

Page 33: ...ull block the inlet of the hose by replacing the plug After the container is emptied repeat the above procedure to drain the water in the machine completely c When draining of water is finished close the end by the plug again and fix the hose in its place d Turn the pump filter to take it out Discharging the water when the product does not have an emergency draining hose a Place a large container ...

Page 34: ...gged Cleanthepumpfilter Machine vibrates or makes noise Machine might be standing unbalanced Adjustthefeettolevelthemachine A hard substance might have entered into the pump filter Cleanthepumpfilter Transportation safety bolts are not removed Removethetransportationsafetybolts Laundry quantity in the machine might be too little Addmorelaundrytothemachine Machine might be overloaded with laundry T...

Page 35: ...step Automaticunbalancedloaddetectionsystemmightbeactivatedduetothe unbalanceddistributionofthelaundryinthedrum Programme time does not countdown There might be an imbalance of laundry in the machine Automaticunbalancedloaddetectionsystemmightbe activatedduetotheunbalanceddistributionofthelaundryinthedrum Machine does not switch to spinning step There might be an imbalance of laundry in the machin...

Page 36: ...Selecttheproperprogrammeandtemperatureaccordingtothetypeandsoiling degreeofthelaundry It does not rinse well The amount brand and storage conditions of the detergent used are inappropriate Useadetergentappropriate forthewashingmachineandyourlaundry Keepdetergentsclosedinanenvironmentfreeofhumidityanddonotexpose themtoexcessivetemperatures Detergent is put in the wrong compartment Ifdetergentisputi...

Page 37: ...danddrylocation Donotstorein excessivelyhotplaces Some meshed laundry such as tulle may foam too much because of their texture Usesmalleramountsof detergentforthistypeofitem Detergent is put in the wrong compartment Putthedetergentinthecorrectcompartment Softener is being taken early Theremaybeprobleminthevalvesorinthedetergentdispenser CalltheAuthorized ServiceAgent Foam is overflowing from the d...

Page 38: ...38 EN Washing Machine User s Manual ...

Page 39: ...02 Gas 0845 600 4905 Dual Fuel Cookers Washing Machines 0845 600 4906 Dishwashers Republic of Ireland All Refrigeration 01 862 3411 All Cookers Washing Machines Dishwashers Before requesting service please check the trouble shooting guide in the Operating Instructions as a charge may be levied where no fault is found even though your product may still be under guarantee Service once the manufactur...

Page 40: ...often included within your household contents insurance policy or may be available separately from your retailer Importantnotes Your Beko product is designed and built for domestic household use only The guarantee will be void if the product is installed or used in commercial or non residential domestic household premises The product must be correctly installed located and operated in accordance w...

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