This document provides a comprehensive user manual for the Fortress FW1016B813 Washer, covering its functions, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance.
Function Description
The Fortress FW1016B813 is a washing machine designed for household use. It offers a range of washing programs tailored to different fabric types, soiling levels, and desired temperatures. Key functions include:
- Programme Selection: Users can select from various main programs such as Cotton, Synthetics, Woollen, Cotton Eco, Intensive +, Delicate, Hand Wash, Quick, Eco 40, Mix 40, Intensive, Daily, Curtain, and Cotton 20. There are also specific programs for Rinse and Spin+Drain.
- Auxiliary Functions: The washer includes auxiliary functions like Prewash, Quick Wash, Rinse Plus, and Anti-creasing, which can be selected to customize washing cycles. Some functions are automatically selected or cannot be cancelled depending on the main program.
- Temperature Selection: The temperature can be adjusted to suit the laundry type, with selectable ranges from 90°C down to cold.
- Spin Speed Selection: Users can adjust the spin speed, with a maximum of 1000 rpm, to optimize drying results and prevent creasing.
- Time Delay: The appliance allows for a delayed start of up to 24 hours, providing flexibility in scheduling laundry.
- Child Lock: This feature prevents children from tampering with the appliance during operation.
- Rinse Hold: This mode keeps laundry in the final rinsing water to prevent wrinkles if not unloaded immediately.
- Automatic Unbalanced Load Detection System: This system helps prevent damage and noise by detecting and addressing uneven distribution of laundry in the drum during spinning.
Important Technical Specifications
- Model No.: FW1016B813
- Maximum Capacity (dry laundry): 8 kg
- Height: 84 cm
- Width: 60 cm
- Depth: 54 cm
- Net Weight (± 4 kg): 69 kg
- Rated Voltage / Frequency: 220-240V/50Hz
- Total Current: 10 A
- Total Power: 2000-2350 W
- Spin Speed (maximum): 1000 rpm
- Stand-by Mode Power: 1.00 W
- Off-mode Power: 0.20 W
- Water Inlet: Single water inlet / Double water inlet (indicated by a checkmark in the manual, suggesting it has both).
- Warranty: 3 years from the date of purchase.
Usage Features
- Sorting Laundry: Laundry should be sorted by fabric type, color, soiling degree, and allowable water temperature, following garment tag instructions.
- Preparing Laundry: Remove metal attachments, empty pockets, fasten zippers, mend tears, and place small items in a laundry bag. Wash colors and whites separately, especially new dark cottons. Treat tough stains and use appropriate dyes/color changers and limescale removers.
- Loading Laundry: Place items loosely into the washer, ensuring the loading door closes with a locking sound. The door remains locked during operation.
- Detergent and Softener Use: Follow manufacturer instructions for detergent, softener, bleach, or limescale remover. The detergent drawer has compartments for prewash, main wash, and softener.
- Energy Saving Tips: Operate at the highest capacity without overloading, use low temperatures for lightly soiled laundry, select faster programs for small loads, avoid prewash and high temperatures for non-heavily soiled items, select the highest spin speed for dryer use, and do not use excessive detergent.
- Control Panel: Features a spin button, display, temperature button, program selection knob, on/off button, time delay buttons, auxiliary function buttons, and start/pause button. The display shows symbols for spin speed, temperature, spin, time delay, door locked, start, pause, auxiliary functions, and no water.
- Programme Execution: Once a program is selected, the washer proceeds through prewash, main wash, rinse, softener, and spin steps. The display indicates the remaining time.
- Changing Selections During Program: The washer can be paused to change speed, temperature, or auxiliary functions, or to add/remove laundry, provided water temperature and level allow.
- End of Programme: The program ends when the display shows "End". The door can be opened once the door lock symbol disappears.
Maintenance Features
- Cleaning the Detergent Drawer: The detergent drawer and siphon piece should be cleaned regularly to prevent residue buildup.
- Cleaning the Loading Door and Drum: Use the Cotton 90°C program with Rinse Plus and a maximum of 100g of powder anti-limescale (or one tablet) to clean the drum every two months. Clean the bellow with a cloth and use a toothpick for blocked holes. Remove rust stains with stainless steel cleaning agents, avoiding abrasive materials.
- Cleaning the Body and Control Panel: Wipe with soapy water or mild gel detergents and a soft, damp cloth.
- Cleaning the Water Intake Filters: Filters at the water intake valves and hose connections should be cleaned when dirty. This involves closing taps, removing hose nuts, cleaning filters with a brush, and replacing them.
- Draining Remaining Water and Cleaning the Pump Filter: The pump filter should be cleaned every 3 months or when clogged to prevent drainage issues. This involves unplugging the appliance, allowing water to cool, opening the filter cover, draining water into a container, removing the filter, cleaning residues, and reinstalling. This procedure is also necessary before transporting the appliance or in case of freezing.
Safety Instructions
The manual emphasizes several safety instructions, including:
- Always read the user manual before operating.
- Do not use the appliance for anything other than its intended purpose.
- Ensure proper electrical connection and grounding.
- Never immerse the appliance in water or other liquids.
- Do not use damaged appliances.
- Keep children away from the appliance.
- Do not force open the loading door.
- Do not use old or used water supply hoses.
- Installation and electrical connections must be carried out by an authorized service agent.
- Remove transportation safety bolts before operation.
- Do not install where temperatures may fall below 0°C.
- Be cautious of hot water when cleaning the pump filter.
This comprehensive overview highlights the key aspects of the Fortress FW1016B813 Washer, making it easier for users to understand and operate the appliance effectively and safely.
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