Defy Appliances DTL139, DTL140, DTL141, DTL142 user manual Sorting, Loading Preparation

6 Initial use

Before first use of the machine, ensure			SORTING
that all preparations are made in			Mix large and small items in each load.
accordance with the instructions in			Separate heavily soiled items from lightly
sections “Important safety instructions”			soiled ones.
and “Installation”.			Separate dark colours from light colours.
			Separate	colourfast	items from non
To prepare the machine for washing laundry
			colourfast ones.
for	the first time,	perform a drum cleaning
			Separate robust fabrics from delicate.
(maintenance wash) procedure as outlined in
			Separate whites from coloured fabrics.
the care and maintenance section on page
17 of this manual.			LOADING
PREPARATION			Lift the washer lid.
			Arrange	the articles to	be washed loosely
	Close all zippers, snaps and hooks to
•			round the perimeter of the tub.
	prevent them from snagging other articles.
			Load evenly as an off balance load may
	Remove pins,	and other hard items to
•			cause unnecessary vibrations.
	prevent them from scratching the		Use a large load programme when washing
	machine.		permanent press garments. These items
•	Empty all pockets, remove all items in		need more space to move than heavy items
	pockets such as coins, pens and paper		such as jeans and towels.
	clips, and turn pockets inside out and		Do not overload the machine as this will
	brush pockets. Such objects may damage		result in poor cleaning, increased creasing
	the machine and cause noise.		and excessive lint formation.

•Put small size clothes such as infant's

socks and nylon		stockings		in a laundry		Correct load capacity
						The maximum load capacity depends on the
bag or pillow case.
						type of laundry, the degree of soiling and the
• Place curtains	in	the	wash	tub	without
						washing program desired.
compressing	them.		Remove		curtain

attachment items.

•Turn down cuffs and turn synthetic knits

	inside out.							Warning: If loading of the laundry
								has been incorrectly done, noise
•	Tie strings		and	sashes	so they	will	not
								and vibration problems may occur
	tangle.
								in the machine.
• Treat spots and stains before washing.
•	Tough	stains must be			treated	properly		Some water may have remained
	before	washing. If unsure, check with a
								in the machine due to the quality
	dry cleaner.
								control processes in the
	Use	only	dyes/colour		changers		and
•								production of the machine. It is not
	limescale removers suitable for machine
								harmful for the machine.
	wash. Always follow package instructions.
								Warning: Use only detergents
•	Wash	trousers		and	delicate	laundry
								manufactured specifically for top
	turned inside out.
								loader washing machines.
• Keep laundry items made of Angora wool
	in the freezer for a few hours before							When using detergent, softener,
	washing. This will reduce pilling.							starch, fabric dye, bleach or
•	Laundry that has been soiled with flour,							limescale remover, read the
	lime dust, milk powder, etc. must be							manufacturer's instructions on the
	shaken off before placing into the							package carefully and follow the
	machine. Dusts and powders on the							dosage values. Use a measuring
	laundry may build up on the inner parts of							cup if available.
	the machine in time and can cause
	damage.

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