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PAGE INDEX
2 INSTALLATION
2 • Packaging
2 • Transport fittings
3 • Levelling
3 • Water connection
3 • Water drainage
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4 • Electrical connection
4 DETERGENT DRAWER
4 CONTROL PANEL
5 FEATURES
5 • Quick Wash button
OWNER’S MANUAL
5 • Rinse plus
5 • Anti creasing
5 • Spin speed selection
5 • Rinse and hold
Maximaid 720m
5 • Wash programme selector
5 • Door
Maximaid 720w
6 HELPFUL HINTS
6 OPERATING THE MACHINE
6 • Sorting the laundry
ELECTRONIC
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Thank you for choosing Defy You are now the proud owner of one of the finest and most modern washing machines that today’s technology can pro- duce. You and your Maximaid are going to make a great team together. But first it will pay if you really get to know each other. This book will tell you all you need to know about your machine, what it will do and how to do it. Please read all the instructions carefully before operating the machine. Installation Packaging All packaging must be re
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Levelling 1. The machine must stand firmly on the floor. Any instability will negatively affect its performance. 2. The machine has two adjustable feet at the front. 3. To level the machine, loosen the plastic lock nuts on the adjustable feet. 4. Rotate the feet until the machine stands firm and level. 5. Tighten the lock nuts firmly. 6. Caution : Never remove the lock nuts and feet from the machine. LEVELLED NOT LEVELLED NOT LOCKED AND LOCKED FLOOR Connecting to the cold water suppl
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Electrical connection 1. The power cord must be connected to a 15 amp earthed wall socket 2. Do not connect the machine through a double adaptor. It requires a dedicated power point 3. If the power cord should ever need replacing, use only a genuine cord ( Type ‘X’) available from the nearest Defy Service Centre. The appliance must be earthed and the manufacturer and seller do not accept responsibility for any damage due to incorrect electrical connection. The detergent drawer 1. O
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Features Quick Wash button Selecting this feature will shorten the wash time for lightly soiled fabrics. Quick wash may be used for cotton and synthetic programmes at temperatures below 60°C. Rinse Plus Selecting this feature will adds an extra rinse to the was cycle. This is particularly use- ful for removing any residual detergent from absorbent fabrics. Anti Creasing Fewer articles of clothing should be loaded when selecting this function. Which en- ables special wash and spinning
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R E M O V E I T E M S F R O T M N A P T O Helpful hints • Sort washing by material type. • Adhere to garment label washing instructions. • Fasten zips to prevent them snagging other articles. • Mend loose seams and tears before washing. • Secure all loose buttons. • Empty all pockets of coins and loose objects. • Secure or remove brassiere wires. • Wash small articles such as socks, handkerchiefs and delicate underwear in a wash bag or pillow slip. This will prevent tangling. •
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Operating the machine continued Washing Plug the machine in and switch on at the wall socket. Open the water tap. Check that the drain hose is in position and is free of kinks. 1. Press the ON/OFF button. 2. Press the DOOR OPEN button. 3. Open the door. 4. Load washing into the machine, distributing it evenly and loosely in the drum. DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM WASH LOAD AS DETAILED IN THE WASH GUIDE (page 10). 5. Close the door. 6. Rotate and set the programme selection
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Operational notes On / Off • After pressing the On/Off button, the machine is ready to accept the desired pro- gramme, spin speed and auxiliary programmes. The DOOR OPEN light will glow , indicating that the door may be opened. The duration of the selected programme may be observed in the display window. To switch the machine off, press the On/Off button once more. • Pressing the On/Off button does not start a washing cycle. To do this, the Start/ Pause button must be pressed. Safety lo
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Operational notes continued Auxiliary function selection. • The machine will restrict certain selections and make it impossible to select all the auxiliary functions in a single wash programme. For example, if the COTTON programme is selected, the QUICK WASH and PREWASH can not be selected at the same time. Programme progress display • The progress of the wash cycle may be monitored by observing the lights of the PROGRESS DISPLAY. • The lights will glow sequentially until al
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Wash programme guide Depending on water, textile and ambient con- ditions, the values given may deviate from the standards as tested in laboratory conditions. Programme Programme Fabric type description Heavily soiled fabrics made Cotton 90 Pre-wash / 3 Rinses / 55 2.26 l + ll 139 from cotton or linen, 3 Intermediate spins / 7 heat resistant. Final spin. 2.5kg Main wash / 3 Rinses / Normally soiled fabrics made Cotton 60 ll from cotton or linen, 7 140 49 1.19 3 Intermediate spins / heat
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ll l Care and maintenance Detergent Dispenser To remove residual detergent, pull the dispenser drawer outward, press on the marked area of the siphon, and pull the drawer free. Wash the dispenser and the housing in water before re-inserting the dispenser. Siphon To prevent clogging, the siphon ( the coloured component in the dispenser ) should be cleaned after every 30—40 washes. Grasp the edges and pull the siphon free. Clean away any residual softener and carefully re-fit the si
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Care and maintenance The water intake filter • Water intake filters are located at the machine inlet valve and at the tap end of the inlet hose. These filters prevent dirt from entering the machine and should be cleaned periodically. (every 30 to 40 washes.) • Close the tap and disconnect the inlet hose. • Clean the filters with a bristle brush . • If the filter is very dirty it may have to be pried loose with a pair of pliers. Hoses • Periodically inspect the hoses for cracks or
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Problem washing—Check list Greasy stains on washing. • Use more detergent if washing is heavily soiled. • Use both prewash and main wash programmes. • Check that the machine is not overloaded. Grey, dirty looking washing. • Use more detergent if the washing is heavily soiled or if the machine is located in a hard water area. • Use prewash and main wash programmes. • Check that the machine is not overloaded. Poor wash results • Read the instruction book carefully • Follow the manu
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Trouble shooting ( continued ) The machine will not work at all. Check: • House fuses or circuit breakers. • Wall socket ( plug in another appliance to check ) • That the door is closed properly. • That the water tap is open. • That a programme has been selected. • That the ON/ Off button has been pressed in. The machine does not drain or spin. Check: • That the drain hose is not kinked or obstructed. • That the outlet pipe or sink is not blocked. • That the pump filter has been
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International fabric care labels Recommended No dry cleaning washing temperature Bleach can be used No spin Do not use bleach May be washed in centrifugal machine Wash by hand only Do not wash in centrifugal machine Dry on horizontal surface Line dry Do not wash Ironing is permitted Dry clean Do not iron Chemicals can be used Use a warm iron only NOT HOT Page 15
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Service Centres If you have followed the instructions and still have a problem, contact the nearest Defy Service Centre. They will be able to advise you on any aspect of the product or send a qualified technician to repair it. 160 Long Street, Hilton, BLOEMFONTEIN Bloemfontein 9301. Tel. 051 400 3900 Bloemfontein.Service@defy.co.za 5A Marconi Rd. CAPE TOWN Montague Gardens, 7441. Tel. 021 551 8314 CapeTown.Service@defy.co.za 35 Intersite Avenue, DURBAN U
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Warranty This certificate is issued by DEFY APPLIANCES LIMITED manufacturers of Defy and Ocean products, hereinafter the Company, to the original purchaser only, of the appliance described on the certificate and shall constitute the only warranty given in respect of this appliance. The Company warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of TWO YEARS from date of purchase the appliance is free from defect under normal domestic use, both in workmanship and material, subject to the
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION You can rely on Defy Maximaid 720 Height 850 mm. Width 600 mm. Depth 590 mm. Net weight 76 kg. Power requirement 220-230 V, 50 Hz. Nominal current 10 A Total power 2400 W Washing speed 52 rev/min Max. Spin speed 1200 rev/min Top lid Detergent dispenser Control panel Door Pump cover Kick panel The Manufacturer strives for continuous This washing machine is designed for Improvements. For this reason, domestic use only. the
