Twin-tub Washing Machine User manual

This manual is for

XPB60-287S

Please read this manual

carefully before using.
Retain it for future reference.
Contents

Parts and features

Important safety instructions
Installation
Preparation before washing
Cautions
Usage of the detergent
Washing sequence
Additional spinning
Rinsing
Spinning
Care and cleaning
Trouble-Shooting
Accessories supplied 14
Specification 14
 Parts and features

Water inlet

Water filling switch

Drain hose hook

Lint filter Power cord
(Installed by user)

Meaning and description of the symbols

Contents marked with this symbol are related

Warning to the safety of the product and the personal
safety of the users. Please operate in strict
conformity to the contents, otherwise it may
cause damage to the machine or injure the
personal safety of the user.

Contents marked with this symbol are actions

Forbidden
forbidden to perform. Performing of those
actions may result in damage to the machine
or injure the personal safety of the user.

Please check that the power supply has good earthing connection
condition before using to guarantee your safety.

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 Important safety instructions
Important!
Warning - to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury when using your
appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the
appliance.
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
This appliance must be properly installed in accordance with the installation
instructions before it is used.
Never unplug your appliance by pulling on the power cord. Always grasp the
plug firmly and pull straight out from the outlet.
Replace worn power cords, loose plugs/power outlets immediately. The power
cord must be replaced by an Authorised repairer.
Unplug your appliance before cleaning or before making any repairs.
Do not operate your appliance in the presence of explosive fumes.
Do not use hot water that exceeds 65 C.
Do not use this appliance to wash clothes soaked, spotted or washed in petrol,
dry cleaning solvents, or any other explosive or flammable substances that
could ignite and explode.
Clothes or rags used to clean flammable or explosive materials should not be
washed in this appliance until all traces of this material has been removed.
Do not add or mix any flammable or explosive substances to the wash.
Do not try to remove clothes while the tub is moving. Let it come to a
complete stop.
The lid must be closed when the bowl is spinning.
Do not operate your appliance when parts are missing or parts are broken.
Do not use this appliance for commercial clothes washing.
Do not operate this appliance unless all enclosure panels are properly in place.
Do not tamper with the controls.
To reduce risk of injury do not allow children to play with the appliance. Close
supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.
This appliance must be connected to a proper electrical outlet socket with the
correct electrical supply.
Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing
unless specifically recommended in the user-repair instructions that you
understand and have skills to carry out.
To reduce the risk of electric shock or fire, do not use extension cords or
adapters to connect the unit to an electrical power source.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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 Installation
Please install and adjust the machine in accordance with this manual. It
is very important for your safety and for the correct operating of your
machine.
Install the lint filter
After opening the package , please take out the lint
filter from the bag , install it to the overflow
filter of the wash tub. See the figure.
Overflow filter

Lint filter

Connecting the hoses & Selecting the water level

Use the new hose-sets supplied with the appliance. Do not use
old hose sets from your previous appliances.

Connect the water inlet hose into the water inlet on the
control panel.
Water inlet hose
Select water level suitable to Water inlet

the quantity of the laundry.

Set the water level indicator
Water level
to a suitable level. indicator
The temperature of water
must be under 60 C. Maximum Max

Med
Medium
Minimum Min

Set up the drain hose

Before using, hang the drain hose
in a suitable location.

0.8 H 1.2m

The height of the drain hose should be between

0.8-1.2m .

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 Installation
How to change the direction of the drain hose

Figure 1 indicates the ex factory Back

installation position of the drain hose. Soft cloth
Front
Extend the drain hose from the side of the spin tub
Figure 1
Put a soft cloth on the ground. Lean
the machine down gently with the
front surface facing the ground.
Unhook the drain hose from the
cabinet. Take the hose out of the
fixing groove.(See to Figure 2). Soft cloth
Figure 2

Place the drain hose into the groove

along the side of the spin tub in the
direction of (1)~(3), towards the side
of the spin tub. (See to Figure 3). Extend to the
spin tub side Embed into the
groove in turn
Place the drain hose into the Figure 3
groove by hand. Take care not
to damage the drain hose in
fastening the fixing clamp.

Extend the drain hose from the rear

Take out the drain hose from the fixing groove. Extend it from the
rear as per the direction of the arrow. (When the drain hose
is extended from the rear, it can
be hung on either side of the
cabinet.)(See to Figure 4).

Figure 4

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 Ï ´ Ç ° × ¼before
Preparation ± ¸ washing
Positioning your washer
1.Connect the water inlet hose.
2.Select a suitable location for the washer on a hard,
even surface away from direct sunlight or heat
sources, e.g radiators, cooking appliances etc.
3.The washer must not be placed in an area where
the temperature is below freezing point.

0.8m H 1.2m

4.Any floor unevenness may result in unstable

working or abnormal noise. Please ensure
the machine is level.

Check the following before washing

Check if the Clear the The weight of When the machine
Tie any the laundry
laundry has pockets. long strips, is running buttons
any special Take out loose fasten shall not may cause noise.
washing items such exceed the To reduce the noise
buttons rated capacity. turn clothes inside
instructions. as coins, sand, and close
hairpins etc. Loosen the out or place them
zippers. laundry before in a laundry bag.
placing it
evenly in the
tub.

a. Check if the laundry is suitable for machine washing.

b. Divide the laundry into colour fast and non-colour fast items.
c. Place items that do not absorb water easily into the water by hand.
d. For heavily soiled items, please first remove loose dirt, then apply
detergent directly to the stain before washing.
e. For those items that may get lint or are furry or fluffy, please turn
them inside out before washing
f . Do not put laundry polluted by chemicals into the washing machine.

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 Cautions
Ï ´ µ Ó Ð ë Ö ª The rated washing/spinning capacity
refers to the largest dry weight of a load
that can be washed/spun.
The thickness, size and type of clothes
will influence the actual capacity. Be
careful to only load a reasonable amount
of laundry.
Do not select "Maximum" water level for
clothes less than 2.4kg, to avoid splashing
of water.
It is suggested not to use high sudsing
detergent. Choose a low suds or high
efficiency detergent.

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Usage of the detergent

Ï ´ µ Ó Adding
¼ Áthe washing
How to use whitener
µ Ä powder
Fill water to desired level.
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Dissolve in the machine:
Dilute the whitener in a 1.Fill small quantity of water.
container. Pour it slowly 2.Add the powder. Run for 30
into the washing tub. seconds to dissolve it completely.
Avoid using whitener on 3.Put in the laundry. Select a
laundry with color or suitable water level.
pattern as they are prone Instant dissolving of the washing
to lose color. powder:
The whitener shall not 1.Prepare warm water of 30 C in a
touch the laundry container.
directly. 2.Add the powder while stirring to fully
Refer to the whitener dissolve it.
Powder is more likely to contaminate
instructions for the
the laundry with residue than a liquid
usage and quantity.
detergent. Therefore please use the
For powder whitener,
please dissolve it before correct quantity.
using. Please refer to the washing powder
instructions for the correct use and
dosage.

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 Washing sequence
Wash timer
Wash selector Spin timer
(To set to below 2 minutes, (Delicate, normal,
Water inlet first set to 6 minutes then Drain) (to set to below 1 minute,
turn it back. This can increase first set to 2 minutes then
the service life of the timer.) turn it back. This can increase
the service life of the timer.)
OFF Ç ¿ Ï ´
NORMAL
OFF

± ê × ¼
DELICATE

Å Å
DRAIN Ë ®

WASH TIMER WASH SELECTOR SPIN TIMER

Wash
WASH SPIN
1.Water-filling selector
Set the water inlet selector to the "WASH" side.
(Figure 1)
2.Fill with water to the set level and add the
dissolved washing powder. (Figure 2)
3.Place the clothes into the water. Figure 2
Ç ¿ Ï ´
NORMAL

4.Select the wash mode, either "delicate" ± ê × ¼

DELICATE

or "normal". (Figure 3) Å Å
DRAIN Ë ®

5.Select the washing time

Select the washing time according to the load WASH SELECTOR Figure 3
size and how dirty the clothes are. (Figure 4) OFF

Note: For a full load on the normal cycle first

wash for 3 minutes, the clothes will absorb
the water. At the end of 3 minutes add extra
water up to the maximum water level mark. WASH TIMER Figure 4
Then wash for a further 15 minutes using
Ç ¿ Ï ´
the wash timer.
NORMAL

± ê × ¼
DELICATE

6.After washing, set the "WASH Å Å

DRAIN Ë ®

SELECTOR" at "DRAIN". (Figure 5).

WASH SELECTOR Figure 5

Energy test program 18 min Normal Warm Wash (35'C), 9 min Rinse, 5 min spin (1/2 load).
Add the clothes load. Fill the wash tub to the maximum water level. Water at 35'C.
While it is filling (half) add the detergent/PBIS mixed with 1 litre of Min.35'C water.
Wash on "normal" for 3 minutes. Then fill the wash tub again to the maximum water level. Water at 35'C.
Wash on "normal" for 15 minutes. Drain for 5 minutes. Divide load into two halves.
Spin each half load for 5 minutes. Place the clothes in the wash tub and then fill with cold
(20'C) water to the maximum level.
Wash/rinse for 9 minutes. Drain for 5 minutes.
Divide load into two halves. Spin each half load for 5 minutes. Program end.
Detergent : drum type .
For best results , we recommend mixing detergent with warm water ,and using max anti-foam .

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 Additional spinning

Additional spinning

If you want to remove more foam, you can use this function.

1.Put the clothes into the spin tub evenly.

2.Spin (1) Put the retainer in properly.
Please use the retainer even if the
clothes quantity is small.
Push retainer down
Push

Correct The laundry Correct No retainer

is slanting
(2) Close the inner and outer cover of the spin tub.

Outer cover of
The spin tub
Inner cover of
(3) Spin for 1-2 minutes. The spin tub
3.To remove foam during spinning.
(1) Open the outer cover of the spin tub.
(2) Set the water-filling selector control
rod to the "SPIN" side. Fill water for WASH SPIN
about 1 minute.
If the water flow is too fast, the water
may flow out from the wash tub side.
You may turn the water tap down to
limit the flow of water.
(3) Close the outer cover of the spin tub.
Spin for 1-2 minutes.

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 Rinsing
Rinsing
1. Put the clothes into the wash tub. Select suitable mode
according to the clothes load.

2.Adjust the water level

Set the water level using the water level adjusting
lever according to the clothes quantity. Then fill.

3.Rinse
Adjust the wash timer to a suitable rinse length.
Use 9 minutes for a full wash. A partial wash
load may only require 5-7 minutes.

Spinning
Spinning
1. Put the clothes into the spin Spin time
tub evenly and smoothly.
Note that a full wash load will Spin Time
Clothes (minutes)
need to be split into two equal
loads for spinning. Normal full load,
bed sheet About 4~5
2. Press the retainer into the tub or blanket
properly. Close the inner and Underwear About 2~4
outer cover of the spin tub. (knitwear)
Sweater
3. Spin (synthetic fiber) About 1~2
Set the WASH TIMER at
OFF and WASH Mixed Within 1 minute
SELECTOR at DRAIN . light loads
Spin a full load.
During spinning, spinning will stop if the outer cover of the spin tub
is opened. Close the cover to continue spinning.
If you want to fill water during spinning to remove the foam, we
recommend spinning the laundry first for about 1 minute, then
add water to the spin tub. Otherwise the spinning will stop
because of too much water.

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 Ï Care
´ º and
ó ´cleaning
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Please first pull out the power plug from the electrical supply
before cleaning.

Cleaning the lint filter

The lint filter must be used during washing.
It must be cleaned after each wash.

1. Remove the lint filter

Put hand at the indicated position.
Push down to take it off. ( See
Figure 1)
Figure 1

2. Clean the lint filter

Put it in water and clean while it is
still wet.(See Figure 2)

Figure 2

3. Install the lint filter

After cleaning, insert the bottom
of the lint filter ( marked with
"down side") into the overflow filter ,
then push the upper part of the
filter in ( marked with " up side ").
(See Figure 3)
Figure 3

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 Care and cleaning
Cleaning the overflow filter
Too much lint on the overflow filter will influence
the normal usage of the machine. Please
clean it every two months.

1 Take off the overflow filter.

As indicated in the figure, squeeze
the elastic fixing claw and pull it in Elastic fixing
claw
the direction of the arrow .
(See to Figure 1)

Figure 1
2. Remove the corrugated pipe.
Dismantle the upper part of the Water level
corrugated pipe inside the adjusting lever
overflow filter ( as indicated in Corrugated
Figure 2). Pipe

3. Cleaning the overflow filter

Clean the lint around the filter
and flush with tap water.
Figure 2

4. Install the overflow filter.

(1).Install the corrugated pipe.
(2).Insert the mounting plate at
the bottom of the filter into Hook
the valve cover.
(3).Hang up the hook at the left
upper side.
(4).Push the upper part in as
indicated in Figure 3. Figure 3

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 Ï ´
Care º ó
and
Clean the cabinet
´ ¦ À í
cleaning

Use only a damp cloth for cleaning the control panel.

To avoid any kind of damage to cabinet finish, use a
Petrol Thinner
small amount of liquid dishwashing detergent with Alcohol

warm water to wipe the washer cabinet as required.

If fabric softener, bleach or detergent is accidently spilt on the
cabinet, wipe the cabinet immediately.
Do not use any abrasive, harsh chemicals, ammonia, chlorine
bleach, concentrated detergent, solvents or metal scouring pads.
Some of these chemicals may dissolve, damage and/or discolour
your washer.
Leave the lid open after completing the wash cycle to allow the
inside of the washer to dry out and prevent bad odours from forming.

Transporting or storing your washer

Drain any water from the inlet hoses.
Disconnect the power cord from the electrical supply.
Dry out the inner wash bowl and, if putting the machine into
storage or going on holiday, leave the lid open or propped ajar to
allow air to circulate.
If moving the washer, disconnect the drain hose.
Always transport or store your washer in an upright position only.
The washer must be stored at room temperature.

Trouble-shooting
If clothes fall to the outer side of the spin tub
If clothes fall to the outer side of the spin tub, please contact an
authorised service agent. Do not repair it yourself.

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 Trouble-shooting
When the remaining water is frozen

To prevent freezing drain after using.

After complete draining, set the "WASH SELECTOR" at "STRONG"
or "STANDARD". If it is set at "DRAIN", it will be more difficult for
the frozen water to melt.
When the water is frozen Below 50 c
Pour warm water below 50 into the 2~3L
wash tub. After several minutes,
turn the pulsator on gently. Please
ensure the drain is working normally
before using again.

(Always unplug your washer to avoid an electrical shock before checking)

The following problems may not require a service call. Please confirm the
fault before calling an Authorised Service Agent. Do not repair it yourself.

Operating problems The reasons

Is there power failure?
The machine does Is the power plug loose?
not start. Is the pulsator blocked?

Is the drain hose blocked ?

Check the position of the drain hose, make
Water will not drain
sure that the drain hose is fitted into a tub or
drain standpipe 0.8-1.2m above the floor.

There's abnormal Coins, loose change, or buttons could cause

sound during washing noises if caught in the wash.

There's abnormal Is the machine placed on a flat floor?

sound and violent Is the retainer in the spin tub pressed evenly?
vibration during Is the amount of laundry in spin tub too much?
spinning

Water left in the drain It is the water remaining from the factory
hose when first use inspection of performance.
of the machine.

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 Accessories supplied
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Name Quantity
User's manual One piece

Warranty manual One piece

Water inlet hose

One piece

Lint filter
One piece

Retainer One piece

Specification

Maximum/41L Medium/36L
Water level/Water quantity (about)
Minimum/30L

Water pressure(MPa) 0.02-0.2

Rated washing / spinning capacity(kg) 6.0/3.0 (weight of standard dry clothes)

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