This document is a user manual for a Beko Washing Machine, model WUE 6612 X0. It provides comprehensive information in English, Czech, and Slovak, covering general safety, environmental instructions, technical specifications, installation, operation, and maintenance.
Function Description:
The Beko WUE 6612 X0 is a fully automatic washing machine designed for domestic use. Its primary function is to wash and rinse laundry according to various programs and settings. The machine incorporates features to ensure efficient and safe operation, including automatic water adjustment based on laundry weight, temperature and spin speed control, and a range of auxiliary functions for specialized washing needs. It is not intended for commercial use.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Supplier Name/Trademark: Beko
- Model Name: WUE 6612 X0 (7000240021)
- Rated Capacity: 6 kg
- Maximum Spin Speed: 1200 rpm
- Built-in: No
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 84 cm x 60 cm x 44 cm
- Water Inlet: Single Water Inlet (models with a single water inlet should not be connected to the hot water tap).
- Electrical Input: 230 V / 50 Hz
- Total Current: 10 A
- Total Power: 1550 W
- Main Model Code: 9213
- Water Supply Pressure: 1 to 10 bars (0.1 – 1 MPa). A flow rate of 10-80 liters per minute from a fully open tap is required for smooth operation. A pressure reducing valve is recommended if water pressure is higher.
- Drain Hose Connection: Minimum height of 40 cm, maximum height of 100 cm.
- Energy Efficiency: The product complies with EU WEEE Directive (2012/19/EU) and RoHS Directive (2011/65/EU). It is designed for environmentally friendly conditions and uses recyclable packaging materials.
- Service Life: 10 years, with original spare parts available during this period.
Usage Features:
Program Selection:
The machine offers a variety of washing programs tailored to different fabric types, soiling levels, and desired temperatures. These include:
- Cottons: For durable cotton laundry (sheets, bedlinen, towels, bathrobes, underwear). Offers a quick wash function for shorter durations.
- Synthetics: For t-shirts, synthetic/cotton mix fabrics. Also offers a quick wash function.
- Woollens / Hand Wash: For delicate woollen clothes, with gentle washing movements.
- Eco 40-60: For normally soiled cotton laundry washable at 40°C or 60°C. Provides high energy and water savings, though wash duration may be longer.
- Hygiene+: For anti-allergic and hygienic washing at high temperatures, with steam application, long heating, and additional rinsing. Certified by "The British Allergy Foundation."
- GentleCare: For delicate laundry like cotton/synthetic mix knitted clothes or socks, with gentle washing movements.
- Xpress / Super Short: For lightly soiled cotton clothes in a short time (as little as 14 minutes with quick wash, max 2 kg).
- Dark Care / Jeans: Preserves the color of dark-colored clothes and jeans with special drum movements at low temperatures. Liquid detergent or woollen shampoo is recommended.
- Mix 40: For washing cottons and synthetics together.
- Shirts: For cotton, synthetic, and blended fabric shirts, designed to reduce wrinkles with a special spin profile and steam application. Pre-treatment algorithm available with quick wash.
- Outdoor / Sports: For outdoor/sports clothes, including waterproof fabrics like Gore-Tex, with special turning movements.
- Lingerie: For hand-washable delicate clothes or women's underwear, to be washed in a laundry bag with clasps/buttons fastened and zips zipped.
- Classic: For normally soiled, durable cotton and linen laundry, offering energy and water savings over longer durations.
- Down Wear: For down coats, vests, jackets with a "machine-washable" tag, using special spin profiles and steam.
- Spin+Drain: To remove water from clothes/machine. Allows selection of spin speed or "No Spin" for draining only.
Detergent and Softener Usage:
- The detergent drawer has three compartments: prewash (1), main wash (2), and softener (3), with a siphon piece in the softener compartment.
- Use detergents, softeners, and supplements suitable for automatic washing machines only.
- Liquid detergent can be used with a dedicated cup or part in the main wash compartment.
- Gel and tablet detergents can be placed in the main wash compartment or directly in the drum.
- Starch, bleach, and limescale removers should be used according to package instructions.
Control Panel and Settings:
- Programme Selection Knob: To select desired washing program.
- Display: Shows washing duration, program follow-up, and other information.
- End Time Adjustment Button: Sets the program end time up to 19 hours in 1-hour intervals. Liquid detergent is not recommended with this function.
- Start/Pause Button: To start, pause, or resume a program.
- Auxiliary Function Buttons (1, 2, 3): For selecting additional features like Prewash, Fast+, Pet Hair Removal, Drum Clean, Child Lock, and AntiCrease+.
- Spin Speed Adjustment Button: Adjusts spin speed; offers "Rinse Hold" and "No Spin" options.
- Temperature Adjustment Button: Adjusts washing temperature.
Special Functions:
- Prewash: For heavily soiled laundry.
- Fast+: Reduces program duration by 50% while maintaining washing performance.
- Pet Hair Removal: Adds prewash and extra rinse for efficient pet hair removal.
- Drum Clean: Maintenance program (every 1-2 months) to clean the drum, run empty with powder lime-scale remover.
- Child Lock: Prevents accidental changes to a running program. Activated by holding Auxiliary Function button 2 for 3 seconds.
- AntiCrease+: Rotates the drum for up to eight hours after the program ends to prevent creasing. Activated by holding Auxiliary Function button 3 for 3 seconds.
- Loading Door Lock: Prevents opening the door when water levels are unsuitable. The door can be opened 1-2 minutes after the cycle ends if water level is appropriate.
Maintenance Features:
Cleaning:
- Detergent Drawer: Clean regularly (every 4-5 cycles) to prevent detergent accumulation. Remove the siphon piece for thorough cleaning.
- Loading Door and Drum: After each wash, check for foreign substances. Clear blocked holes in the bellow with a toothpick. Clean rust stains with stainless steel cleaning agents; avoid steel wool.
- Body and Control Panel: Wipe with soapy water or mild gel detergents and a soft cloth.
- Water Intake Filters: Clean filters at the end of water intake valves and hoses regularly. Close taps, remove hoses, clean filters with a brush or pliers, and reassemble.
Draining Remaining Water and Cleaning the Pump Filter:
- The filter system prevents solid items from clogging the pump impeller. Clean the pump filter every 3 months or when water fails to drain.
- To drain water, unplug the machine, open the filter cover, place a vessel to collect water, and slowly loosen the pump filter. Clean residues and fibers around the impeller, then replace the filter.
- Caution: Water can be hot (up to 90°C); allow it to cool before cleaning the filter to avoid burns.