kogan KAWWASHT12A 12kg Top Load Washing Machine User Guide

kogan KAWWASHT12A 12kg Top Load Washing Machine

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Your safety and the safety of others is very important.
We have provided many important safety messages in this manual and on your appliance.

Always read and follow all safety messages. lD This is the safety alert symbol. This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that may kill or injure you or others. All safety messages will be preceded by the safety alert symbol and the words “DANGER” or “WARNING.” These words mean:

DANGER
You may be killed or seriously injured if you fail to follow the instructions immediately.

WARNING
You may be killed or seriously injured if you fail to follow the instructions. All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is, how you can reduce the risk of injury, and what may happen if the instructions are not followed.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using the washing machine, observe the following basic precautions:

• Read all the instructions before using the washing machine.
• Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in or spotted with petrol, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances as these substances give off vapours that might ignite or explode.
• Do not add petrol, dry-cleaning solvents or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give off vapours that might ignite or explode.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If your hot water system has not been used for this length of time, turn on all hot water taps and let the water flow from each of them for several minutes before using the washing machine. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As hydrogen gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury to persons when using thewashing machine, observe the following basic precautions:

• This appliance is not designed to be used by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensorial or mental skills or inadequate experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by another person who assumes responsible for their safety.
• Do not install your washing machine on carpets or rugs.
• Before the washing machine is removed from service or discarded, remove the door or lid.
• Do not reach into the washing machine if the drum, tub or pulsator is moving.
• Do not tamper with the controls.
• This appliance is for household use only.
• Do not install or store the washing machine where it will be exposed to the weather or humid place
• The power cable must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong, earthing-type outlet, earthed in accordance with local laws and regulations.
• Under certain conditions, hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGEN GAS IS EXPLOSIVE. If the hot water system has not been used for this length of time, before using the washing machine, tum on all hot water taps and let the water flow from each of them for several minutes. This will release any accumulated hydrogen gas. As the gas is flammable, do not smoke or use an open flame during this time.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the washing machine or attempt any service work unless specifically recommended in this manual. You must clearly understand the work involved and have the necessary skills to carry it out.
• Damaged or loosen wire or plug should not be used. Otherwise electric shock, short circuit or fire may take place. Do not damage wire.
• Do not damage or alter the wire forcibly bend, pull twist or handle the wire. Beside, please do not put weight on or trap the wire. Damage of wire may cause electric shock or fire.
• Electricity supply must be unplugged with dry hands during maintenance and repair.
• Please unplug the unit when not using the unit for a long period of time. Electric shock or leakage may occur due to deformation of plastic parts of the unit.
• Please tum off the water tap when not using the unit. To prevent damages caused by water leakage.
• Do not bend, pull or twist the power cord excessively. When the plug is inserted or removed, the fingers must grip the plug insulation part ID apply force. Do not IDuch the metal insert of the plug in order to avoid electric shock.
• When long hair personnel visit the washing machine, please pay attention ID the hair not to be caught in the gap.
• Thoroughly wipe the powar plug when dirt is adhering the prong or around the base of the prong. Failure to do so may causo e fire.
• If the power cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer or by an authorized repair technic:ian.
• Strictly follow the Installation Instructions to ensure the safety of your family.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. The Instructions shall Include the substanoe of the following: This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

• staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments; fanm houses;
• by clients in hotels, motels and other residential type environments;
• bed end breakfast type environments;
• areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes.
  • If the manufacturer wants to llmlt the use of the appliance to less than the above, this shall be clearly stated in the instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

WARNING

Excessive Weight Hazard
Two or more people are required to move and install the washing machine. Attempting to do this on your own may result in back or other injury.

1. The washing machine must be installed in a dry place out of direct sunlight. During the winter it must not be exposed to low temperatures.
2.  The entire packaging must be removed, otherwise the washing machine will not work. J, When removing the pac:kaging, also remove the plastic: piece located at the bottom of the washing machine. The opening on the base must not be obstructed by a carpet.

LOCATION REQUIREMENTS
In 1he Installation location, place the washing machine at least 10 c:m from walls or other furniture or objects. IMPORTANT
The Wishing machine must not be installed outdoors. Never Install the washing machine on rugs, carpets or steps built on the level of the floor at the Installation location.

LEVEL THE WASHING MACHINE
level the washing machine as follows to avoid vibration and noise:

• Level the washing machine by lo05ening the adjustable foot and tightening It to avoid wobbling -and/or movement during the washing and spinning operations.
• After the washing machine has been leveled, tighten the adjustment wheel to fix the foot.

Note: If the washing machine Is not correctly leveled, excessive vibrations may occur. This may cause It to stop automatically without finishing the spin.

THE USE AND NOTE OF ROLLER

• Using the roller will help you to move the washing machine more easy. Make the washing machine about 30 degrees tilt, push forward or pull backward with the hand-holding washing machine on two frame sides.
• The roller is not suitable for uneven ground, which easily causes damage to the roller.
• Please don’t tilt the washing machine too hard, which easily causes personal injury.

WATER INLET HOSES
Use the red water inlet hose for hot water and the blue inlet hose for cold water. Check that the water supply pressure is between 30 and BOO kPa (approximately between 2 and BO metres of water column).

Note: The washing machine must be connected to the water taps using new inlet hoses (supplied with the washing machine). Do not use old hoses.

1. Check that the water tap is working.
2. Attach the connector to the water tap. Do not use water at a temperature above 60°C.
3. Screw the coupling on by hand until It Is pressed against the washing machine.
4. Pull down on the hose to make sure that it is connected correctly.
5. Attach the other end of the hose to the washing machine’s water inlet.
6. Repeat steps I to 4 for the other water Inlet hose.

Note: After installing the hoses, tum on the water tap to check for leakages before turning on the washing machine. If the water pressure is too high, close the tap a little to prevent water leakages.

DRAIN HOSE
The drain hose must be positioned at least 80 cm but no more than |20 cm above the bottom of the washing machine. The side of the washing machine has support for fixing the drain hose. Use a standpipe or the laundry tub to fix the drain hose.

WARNING:
It is convenient to keep the hose fixed permanently to avoid problems and to avoid having to connect the hose every time you use the washing machine. Clogging of the drain hose may prevent the washing machine form draining. Attach the drain hose to the drain port. If the clamp is not already in place on the elbow end of the drain hose, slide it over the end as shown. Squeeze the clamp with pliers and slide the black elbow end of the drain hose onto the black drain port and secure with a clamp.

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

WARNING

Electric Shock Hazard

• Plug into an earthed 3-prong outlet.
• Do not remove the earth prong.
• Do not use an adapter.
• Do not use an extension cable.
• Failure to follow these instructions may result in death, fire or electric shock.
  • A 15- or 20-amp fused electrical supply is required. A time-delay fuse or circuit breaker is recommended. It is recommended that a separate circuit breaker serving only this appliance be provided.
  • This washing machine is equipped with a power supply cable with a 3 prong earthing plug.
  • To minimize possible electric shock hazard, the cable must be plugged into a mating, 3 prong 3 earthing-type outlet, earthed in accordance with local laws and regulations. If a mating outlet is not available, it is the personal responsibility and obligation of the customer to have a properly earthed outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
  • If regulations permit and a separate earth wire is used, it is recommended that a qualified electrician determine that the earth path is adequate.
  • Check with a qualified electrician if you are not sure that the washing machine is properly earthed.

NOTE: In the event of damage to the electrical wiring, it must be replaced with an original electrical cable by an authorized electrician.

EARTHING INSTRUCTIONS

For an earthed, cable-connected washing machine:
This washing machine must be earthed. In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, earthing will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This washing machine is equipped with a cable with an equipment-earthing conductor and an earthing plug. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and earthed in accordance with all local laws and regulations.

WARNING: Incorrect connection of the equipment earth conductor may result in a risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician or service engineer if you are in doubt as to whether the appliance is properly earthed. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance – if it will not fit the socket, have a proper socket installed by a qualified electrician.

For a permanently connected washing machine:
This washing machine must be connected to an earthed permanent wiring system, otherwise an equipment earthing conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment-earthing terminal or lead on the appliance.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR WASHING MACHINE

PARTS SUPPLIED

Timer and Delay start indicators

• 20 This indicator shows remained time during washing. (E.g)The remaining time is 20 minutes Dl1]When setting the SOAK and WASH process, this indicator shows the time of you set. (E.g)Washing time is IO minutes
• 10 This indicator shows when the washing is finished during presetting. (E.g)Finish washing 2 hours later
• E1 When abnormal conditions occur, the indicator will indicate a warning. (E.g)Water does not flow

Rinse indication

2 This indicator shows rinsing times. (E.g)Rinsing 2 times

Spin indication

9 This indicator shows spinning time. (E.g)The spinning time is 9 minutes

Start/Pause
This button can be used to start the washer operation. This button can also be used to temporarily stop the washer operation. To restart the washer operation, press the Start/Pause button again.

Note: This is not a cancel button. If you want to delete the end buzzer. press the start/pause button and hold down for about 4 seconds until beeping stops.

Detergent indication
These are the spoon indications of the detergent volume.

Water level
You can choose the appropriate water level that matches the load size. Different water levels for washing and rinsing are optional.

Cycle and Delay start
To choose the washing cycle, press the Cycle button. If you choose Cotton,Sport, Coloured or Rapid cycle, the washer will automatically begin the NEURO & FUZZY. Press this button the delay start the finish time of washing. Delay start function could not be used for the Delicate program.

Process
The process button can be used to set a variety of wash processes. Press the “soak/variable wash” button before starting,0- 40-minute flexible soak time could be set(lt cannot be set when selecting Delicate and Bed&Bath cycle). Press the “soak/variable wash” button during the washing, and rinsing cycle, and the wash water flow strength could be manually adjusted. The digital indicates “H0(standard water flow}, H 1,H2,H3,H4(stronger H4 is the strongest); LI ,L2,L3,L4(weaker, L4 is the weakest).” And this function could not be set for the Delicate or Bed&Bath cycle.

Temperature
Press the Temperature button to choose cold, warm, or hot water washing.

Power
To turn the power on, press the Power on/off. When you want to tum off the power, press the Power on/off again. When washing has finished, the power will be turned off in 5 seconds automatically. If you leave the washer turning on without starting the operation, the power will be turned off in I 0 minutes by itself.

USING THE WASHING MACHINE

WARNING Fire Hazard
Do not wash items that are wet with petrol, solvent, or any other products that give off vapor or gas liable to Ignite or explode. Do not install the washing machine close to sources of heat or Hames, such as OW1ns or heaters. Never place candles or similar objec;ts (light bulbs, etc.) on the washing machine. Failure to follow 1hese instructions may cause death, explosion, or fire.

1. Before use, open the washing machine’s lid.
2. Place a measured quantity of detergent in the detergent dispenser.
3. Pour fabric softener into the fabric softener dispenser (maximum quantity 90 ml).
4. Pour liquid bleach into the bleach dispenser:
5. Place the clothes Inside the basket and close the lid. Place the Items loose Inside the basket and distribute them in a uniform manner. starting with the larger items. The smaller items should be positioned in the middle of the load to improve the stability of the washing machine and avoid vibrations during washing. The items must not exceed the level shown in the illustration.
6. Connect the washing machine and tum it on.
7. Tum on the taps connected to the water supply hoses.
8. Press the Power button.
9. Select the desired program and options.
10. Press the Start/Pause button. The washing machine will start working according to the selected program.
11. When the cycle ends, open the lid and remove the load. Close the door again.

WARNING Electric Shock Hazard
Connect this appliance to an earthed outlet. Do not eliminate the earth connection of the outlet. Do not use adapters. Do not use extension cables. Failure to follow these instructions may cause death, explosion or electric; shock.

The following cases do not represent problems:

1. Water flows into the washing machine even after the wash or rinse has begun. This happens if the water level sensors detect that the clothes have absorbed an excessive amount of water. The washing machine will replenish the water level automatically to ensure a more effective wash.
2. Spinning is intermittent at the beginning of the spin cycle. his is done to achieve a better spin effect.
3. During the spinning of rinse process, the cycle returns to the wash cycle. This is done to redistribute the clothes inside the basket following an unbalance condition.
4. The washing machine makes a noise after the wash cycle has been completed. The washing machine beeps at the end of the cycle to indicate that it has finished.

PROGRAM TABLE

Program characteristics

loads
Coloured| ECO Cycle for tough coloured fabrics and heavily solied laundry
Rapid| Rapid Cycle for small loads of 3-4 lightly soiled garments
Bed&Bath| Blankets, sheets, pillows and towels
Delicate| Recommended for underwear or children’s clothes
Operation Status For The Program

COURSE| Soaking Tima(min.)| Washing Tima(min.)| Rinsing Type| Spining Time(min.)
Sport| 10| 15| Rinse2times| 6
Cotton| 0| 10| Rinse2times| 6
Coloured| 0| 15| Rinse2times| 6
Rapid| 0| 6| Rinse 1 times| 2
Bed&Bath| 0| 15| Rinse2times| 9
Delicate| 0| 5| Rinse2times| 3

The total time is not the same as the display due to different water pressure

TEMPERATURE
You can select the wash temperature as “cold”, “hot” or “warm” by repeatedly pressing until the desired option is illuminated. Forcold water no light is on, for hot woterthe hot light is on and for warm water the warm light is on.

LOAD VOLUME AND QUANTITY OF DETERGENT

Note:

• The required quantity of detergent varies according to the brand of detergent.
• If you think the water level is inappropriate, try changing the water level selection.

LOADING

Suggestions for loading

OPTIONS

Delay start

1. Press the Power button.
2. Turn on the tap and connect the drain hose.
3. Load the washing machine and pour in the detergent.
4. Select the water level according to the laundry load to be washed.
5. Select the functions and programs.
6. Press the Cycle button repeatedly until the Delay Start light is on.
7. Press the Cycle to select the delay time in hours.

IMPORTANT

Each time the button is pressed, the previously set time changes by one hour (through a 24 hour cycle).

Cancelling Delay Start
To cancel Delay Start, press the Power On/Off button. Child Lock Function The Washer will stop working automatically and alarm if the washer lid opened 5 seconds during operation. Method of Child Lock Set: Press POWER ON/OFF button, and press the RINSE and SPIN button till Buzzer sounds. To restore it, repeat above. Ultrasonic function Default includes this function. To select or cancel the ultrasonic function, press the WASH and RINSE buttons at the same time for 4 seconds till Buzzer sounds.

Washing blankets

The blanket must weigh no more than 5 kg.

1. Dissolve the required amount of detergent in wann water (below SO”q outside the washing machine, then pour It Into the washing machine.
2. Fold the blanket as shown in the figures below and place it inside the washing machine.
3. Tum on the washing machine and press the Cycle button to select the “Bad&Bath” cycle and water level 8.
4. Press the Start/Pause button.

Note: Only blankets which have a “wash In water” label can be washed In this manner. Blanket folding diagram

CLEANING

WARNING

Electric Shock Huard
Disconnect the washing machine from the power socket before performing maintenance. R&!lplace all components before connecting the washing machine. Failure to follow the intentions may cause death, fire or electrical shock.

MAINTENANCE
Tum off the water supply tap and disconnect the washing machine when it is not in use for a long time to avoid water leakage or accidents involving risk offire.

EXTERNAL CLEANING
Use a soft cloth to remove water and dust after every use of the washing machine. Do not use detergent, petrol or any other chemical products to avoid damaging the surfaces.

CLEANING THE HOSE SCREEN FILTER
Sometimes it will be necessary to clean the hose screen filter with water. Tum off the water supply tap before removing the hose from the tap, then clean the screen ftlter. Afrer cleaning it, return the screen filter to its original position. This p-,a water impurities from damaging the washing machine’s water inlet.

CLEANING THE DRAIN PUMP LINT FILTER

1. Remove the water from the filter and water container underneath It.
2. Tum the pump lid anticlockwise.
3. Remove the lint filter.
4. Clean the filter.
5. Refit the filter onto the pump outlet.
6. Secure the lid by screwing it anticlockwise.

Note: Clean the lint filter once a month following these instructions.

CLEANING THE LINT FILTER
if The lint filter must be cleaned after using the washing machine for a certain period of time. To do this, follow the steps below:

cable.
The circuit breaker is off.| Check the current power supply.
The Start/Pause button was not pressed.| Press the Start/Pause button.
No power supply.| Wait until the power supply returns.
Water leaks from the inlet hose| The water inlet hose connector has not been tightened sufficiently.| Tighten the connector securely.
Use a universal connector to connect the water inlet hose to the water tap.| Reinstall the universal connector or tighten the universal connector nut firmly.
Water does not drain| The drain hose is not directed downwards or is positioned too high.| Position the drain hose between BO and 120 cm from the floor.
The drain hose is kinked or bent.| Unbend and straighten the drain hose.
Water does not flow into the washing machine.| There is no water supply.| Wait until the water supply is restored.
The tap has not been turned on.| Tum on the tap.
The water inlet opening is clogged.| Clean the water inlet by following the

instructions in the section entitled “Cleaning the hose screen filter”

Spinning stops and water intake starts during spinning.| The load is not balanced inside the washing machine.| This is an automatic solution for spinning problems during the wash program.

If the laundry load is too heavy or too light and is not well distributed During spinning ofrinseprocess,this may cause the load to be unbalanced during spinning.

Try removing some clothes and distributing them evenly, then restart the spin.

The machine does not spin.| The door was opened during spinning.| Close the upper door.
Spinning is not continuous.| This is done intentionally to achieve a better spinning effect.| This is normal.
Before using the washing machine there is water in the drain pump.| Water has remained from factory testing.| This is normal.

1. Remove the lint filter.
2. Open the lint filter and clean lt with water.
3. Replace the filter.

Note: Clean the lint filter once a month following these instructions.

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

If a problem occurs, try following the instructions below:

Note: The washing machine does not work normally if the voltage is too high or too low. Disconnect the power cable until the correct voltage is provided. If problems persist even after the above points have been followed, disconnect the washing machine and call the authorized service center.

FAULT ALARM FUNCTION
The washing machine is able to detect some faults and incorrect operation on its own and sound an alarm. The cause of the fault will be displayed on the screen. In this case, please check the table below. Disconnect the washing machine and call the Technical Service if the washing machine is still out of operation after checking the points below.

The washer does not work at all

|  | Check the Power On/Off button. Check the Start/Pause button.

Check whether under Delay Start condition.

Check the power cord whether is securely plugged in. Check whether power failure occurs.

Check whether the fuse or circuit breaker has been activated.

Wat.er does not flow into tub or water flow is slim

|

El

| Tum on the water supply faucet.

Check whether water supply has been cut off.

Check whether the metal filter in wat.er inlet is clogged. Check whether washer has been freezing.

Check whether water pressure is too  low.

The height of drain hose is less than 800mm.

Wat.er does not drain out

|

E2

|

The height of drain hose is more than 1200mm. Put down the drain hose from the hook hole. Check the drain hose for any obstructions.

Check whether the drain hose is clogged.

Check whether the drain rises too high off the ground.

The washer does not spin

|

E3

| Check whether the laundry is clumped on one side of tub. Check whether the washer is on the level surface.
E4| Close the washer lid.

Does not wash

|

ES

| Check whether the washer is under Child Lock. Check whether the washer lid is open.
Other troubles| EA or EC| Press the Power On/Off button to turn off the power, call the local service-person or dealer.

If the problem persists, call the technical service.

AUTOMATIC SHUTDOWN FUNCTION

1. If the washing machine does not start working after it has been turned on for IO minutes, it will shut down automatically.
2. After the operation, the alarm will sound once then the washing machine will shut down automatically.

UNBALANCE ADJUSTMENT FUNCTION

1. If the washing machine is installed on an uneven floor, this may result in vibrations during of rinse process.To correct this, the washing machine has an unbalance adjustment function. When the washing machine is working, it automatically monitors the operation status. If excessive vibrations occur during of rinse process, the washing machine will start the unbalance adjustment program.
2. The washing machine will attempt to perform the routine 3 limes, and if the problem persists the E3 alarm will sound .

TECHNICAL DATA

Maximum capacity (dry clothes) (kg)| ****

12.0

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Voltage Supply -)

| ****

230-240

Frequency (Hz)| 50
Rated Power 0N)| 450
Weight (kg)| 60
External dimensions (cm)| 68.0×69.5xl06.5
Maximum water supply pressure (kPa)| 800
Minimum water supply pressure (kPa)| 30

ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES

Packaging
In Its new projects, Whirlpool has used recycled and easily sorted materials, allowing the consumer to dispose of plastic bags, Styrofoam parts, and cardboard conscientiously by sending them to be recycled.

Product
This product is made of materials that can be recycled and/or reused. When disposing of this product, contact a specialized company capable of disassembling it correctly.

Disposal
When disposing of this product at the end of its working life, please fully observe applicable local laws in your region so that disposal is carried out in complete accordance with current regulations. Do not dispose of the product with general domestic waste. For further information, contact the local authorities or the store where you purchased the product. Before disposing of the product, cut off the power supply cable to avoid the risk of accidents.

SERVICE

If you require assistance, call us and our specialists will be pleased to help you obtain satisfactory operation from your appliance. When calling the service centers, please bear the following points in mind;

• Read the recommendations contained in the use and care manual of the product.
• Have the invoice, stamped warranty or proof of purchase of the product at hand. This document must be presented to validate the warranty of your home appliance.
• Write down the model and serial number of your product. Our service staff will need this information when taking your call.
• Provide your complete home address and contact details, including postcode, to enable the service work to be organized efficiently. In addition to repairing equipment under warranty, Whirlpool Service offers;
• A charged service for our builds that are no longer under warranty.
• Sale of accessories and original parts.
• Insurance policies and extended warranty.

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