View online manuals or download Black+Decker BPWM09W Portable Washing Machine PDF User Manual. This easy-to-use manual will guide you in getting the best use of your product.Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Table of Contents
- Safety Infromation
- Important safety instructions
- Installation warnings and precautions
- Grounding instructions
- Usage and maintenance warnings and cautions
- Unpacking and removing shipping material
- Set up & Use
- Part & features
- Installation guide
- Operation guide
- Cleaning & Care
- Troubleshooting & Warranty
- Before you call for service
- Customer service
- Troubleshooting
- Limited warranty
Download Black+Decker BPWM09W Portable Washing Machine User Manual
| Brand | Black+Decker |
| Model | BPWM09W |
| Category |
Washing Machine |
| File Size | 1.56 Mb |
| Pages | 36 pages |
| Language | English |
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Install your Washer
Before installing, make sure there are rubber gaskets inside the fittings at both ends of the water supply hoses.
- Move your washer to selected position
Tilt the unit back onto its rear rollers and push it forward. Move the unit to a location as described in the previous Choose the Proper Location section. Make sure the location has a hard, level surface without carpeting. There should be no direct sunlight. Do not expose the unit to freezing temperatures (under 32° F or 0° C). - Install the Bottom Cover
Slide the bottom cover into the slots on bottom surface of the unit as in the following figure, and fix it with two screws attached with the unit. - Connect the water hose
- Connect the drain hose
- Leveling your washer
- Powering your washer
Plug the power cord into a 3-prong, well grounded 120 volt 60 Hz approved electrical outlet protected by a 15-amp fuse or comparable circuit breaker. Your washer is grounded through the third prong of the power cord when plugged into a 3-prong grounded electrical outlet. - Running a test cycle
Run a test cycle as follows to check if your washer is properly installed.
1. Load about 3.5 pounds of laundry into the tub.
2. Press the Power button to turn on your washer.
3. Select the Rinse+Spin cycle as per guide on page 23.
4. Press the Start/Pause button to start the test cycle.
5. The washer should not rock or vibrate excessively when water is supplied or when washing or spinning, and should drain well during the spin cycle. - Storing your washer
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the exterior
- Turn off the water faucets after finishing the day’s washing.
- This will shut off the water supply to your washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water.
- Leave the lid open to allow the inside of your washer to dry out.
- Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, bleach or other pills as they occur.
- Clean the following as recommended:
Control Panel - Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or pads. Do not spray cleaners cleaning directly onto the panel.
Cleaning the interior
Clean the interior of your washer periodically to remove any dirt, soil, odor, mold, mildew, or bacterial residue that may remain in your washer as a result of washing clothes.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in unpleasant conditions, including odors and/or permanent stains on your washer or laundry .Hard water deposits may be removed, if needed. Use cleaners labeled “Washer safe”.
Tub clean
Run an Rapid cycle with some bleach every month to clean the tub. This will also help to remove mold which may occur inside the washer.
Lint filter clean
There is a built-in lint filter in your washer. It can help to collect lint during washing cycle. It is suggested to clean the lint filter every 10 cycles. Take it out and clean the filter with water. Then place it back into the washer.
Pump filter clean
There is a built-in Pump filter in your washer. It can help to protect the pump during washing cycle. It is suggested to clean the lint filter every once every month. It is suggested to clean the pump filter once every month. Take the filter out and clean it with water. Then place it back into the washer.
Troubleshooting
Troubleshoot your problem by using the chart below. If the unit still does not work properly, contact W Appliance Co. customer service center or the nearest authorized service center. Customer must never troubleshoot internal components.
| SYMPTOMS | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTIONS |
|---|---|---|
| Staining | Washer was not unloaded promptly. Clothes were not properly sorted. |
Always remove items from the washer as soon as possible after the cycle is complete. Always wash dark colors separately from light colors and whites to prevent discoloration. Never wash heavily soiled items washed with lightly soiled items. |
| Wash cycle time is longer than usual | The washer automatically adjusts the wash time for the amount of laundry, water pressure and other operating conditions. | This is normal. The washer adjust cycle time automatically to provide optimal results for the selected cycle.The time remaining shown in the display is only an estimate. Actual time may vary. |
| Musty or mildewy odor in washer | Incorrect or too much detergent has been used Inside of tub was not cleaned properly. | Use only High-Efficiency (HE) detergent in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. Run an Express cycle with bleach once a month to clean tub and remove any mold from inside washer. |
| Washer will not turn ON | Power cord is not properly plugged in. House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, or power outage has occurred. House fuse is blown, circuit breaker has tripped, due to multiple appliances on one outlet. | Make sure that the plug is plugged securely into a grounded,3-prong, 120-VAC, 60-Hz outlet. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. Do not increase fuse capacity. If the problem is a circuit overload, have it corrected by a qualified electrician. Reset circuit breaker or replace fuse. If more than one appliance is connected to the outlet, call an electrician to have an additional circuit installed. |
| Water leaks | Over sudsing of detergent. | Over sudsing may create leaks, and may be caused by the type and amount of detergent used. High-Efficiency detergent is the only detergent recommended. Make sure that detergent and any additives are put into the correct dispenser compartments. The normal amount of detergent to use is 1/4 to ½ of the maximum amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer. Always reduce the amount of detergent if the load is small or lightly soiled, or if your water bis very soft. Never use more than the maximum amount recommended by the detergent manufacturer. |
| Poor stain removal | Previously set stains. | Articles that have previously been washed may have stains that have been set . These stains may be difficult to remove and may require hand washing or pre-treating to aid in stain removal. |
| Washer will not drain water | Kinked drain hose. Drain located higher than 48 | Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Make sure that the drain hose is no higher than 4 ft. above the bottom of the washer and is no more than 5 ft. away from the washer. |
| Washer will not operate | Water supply is turned off . Control panel has powered off due to inactivity. Washer is unplugged. Controls are not set properly. Lid is open. Circuit breaker/fuse is tripped/blown. Control needs to be reset. START/PAUSE was not pressed after a cycle was set. Extremely low water pressure. Washer is too cold. Washer is running under Delay start program. |
This is normal. Press the POWER button to turn the washer on. Make sure cord is plugged securely into a working outlet. Turn both hot and cold faucets fully on. Make sure the cycle was set correctly, close the lid and press the START/PAUSE button. The washer will not operate if the lid is open. Close the lid and make sure that nothing is caught under the lid preventing it from closing completely. Check house circuit breakers/fuses. Replace fuses or reset breaker. The washer should be on a dedicated branch circuit. The washer will resume the cycle where it stopped once power is restored. Press the POWER button, then re-select the desired cycle and press the START/PAUSE button. Press the POWER button then re-select the desired cycle and press the START/PAUSE button. The washer will shut off if the START/PAUSE button is not pressed within ten minutes. Check another faucet in the house to make sure that household water pressure is adequate. If the washer has been exposed to temperatures below freezing for an extended period of time, allow it to warm up before pressing the POWER button. Otherwise, the display will not come on. It’s normal if the unit doesn’t operate under Delay start function. It will start automatically after the delay time is out. |
| Washer not filling properly | Filter clogged. Inlet hoses may be kinked Insufficient water supply. The washer lid is open. Hot and cold inlet hoses are reversed. Water level is too low. Water inlet valve damaged. |
Disassemble the water inlet hose and clean the inlet point. Check that inlet hoses are not kinked or clogged. Make sure that both hot and cold water faucets are turned on all the way. The washer will not operate if the lid is open. Close the lid and make sure that nothing is caught under the lid preventing it from closing completely. Check inlet hose connections. Make sure the hot water supply is connected to the hot inlet valve, and the cold water supply is connected to the cold inlet valve. This is a high efficiency washer. The water will not normally cover the clothes. The fill level is optimized for the wash motion to achieve the best wash performance. Call to the service center for service. |
| Water leaks every load | Hoses not installed correctly. | Check all fill and drain hose connections to ensure that they are tight and secure. |
| ERROR CODE | POSSIBLE CAUSE | SOLUTIONS |
|---|---|---|
| E1 | It takes over 30 minutes to fill water but cannot achieve its preset water level. | Check for washer not filling properly and water leakage. |
| E2 | The top lid is open. | Close the lid. |
| E3 | The washer runs out of balance for three times. | Redistribute the load. |
| E4 | It takes over 10 minutes to drain water and/or cannot drain the washer totally empty. | Ensure that the drain hose is not kinked. Make sure that the drain hose is no higher than 4 ft. above the bottom of the washer and is no more than 5 ft. away from the washer. |
| E5 | The water fills too much to exceed its preset level. | Call customer satisfaction center for help. |