Superforte 740 - Washing machine Schulthess - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Superforte 740 Schulthess

Washing machine | Private households and apartment buildings

Aufstellanleitung

Installation instructions

WA14 CH

400V

Line drawing of a washing machine with concentric circles and rectangular buttons (no text or symbols)

Inhalt / Sommaire / Indice / Content

DEUTSCH

Safety and safety measures 47

Removing the transport securing device 48

Installing the appliance....49

Washer-Dryer tower 51

Water inlet. 52

Water outlet 54

Electrical connection.... 55

Private household....56

Apartment building 58

Symbole

Three mechanical tool icons showing different types of fasteners or fasteners (no text or symbols)

Line drawing of a single washing machine with front panel and door (no text or symbols)

Mechanical diagram showing a wrench turning a key with an arrow indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

Mechanical diagram showing a bolt and nut assembly with rotational arrow (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a wrench tool with a rotating knob and hexagonal base (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a faucet with a valve and handle (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a faucet with tubing and a magnified inset showing three connected pipe fittings (no text or labels)

Diagram of a pipe system with a drain valve and tubing, showing a magnified inset of the component (no text or labels)

Line drawing of a washing machine interior showing internal components and a magnified view of the door (no text or symbols)

▶ Retirer tuyaux et câbles de leurs supports.

2x Maison individuelle

Three mechanical tool icons showing different types of fasteners or fasteners (no text or symbols)

Line drawing of a single washing machine with front panel and door (no text or symbols)

Mechanical diagram showing a wrench turning a key with an arrow indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

Mechanical diagram showing a bolt and nut assembly with rotational arrow (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a wrench tool with a rotating knob and hexagonal base (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a faucet with a valve and handle (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a faucet with tubing and a magnified inset showing three pipe fittings (no text or labels)

Diagram of a pipe system with a drain valve and tubing, showing a close-up inset (no text or labels)

Three mechanical tool icons showing different types of fasteners or fasteners (no text or symbols)

Line drawing of a single washing machine with front panel and door (no text or symbols)

Mechanical diagram showing a wrench turning a key with an arrow indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

Mechanical diagram showing a bolt and nut assembly with rotational arrow (no text or symbols)

Mechanical diagram showing a wrench tool with a rotating arm and base (no text or symbols)

Illustration of a faucet with a valve and handle (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a faucet with tubing and a magnified inset showing three connected pipe fittings (no text or labels)

Diagram of a pipe system with a drain valve and tubing, showing a close-up inset of the component (no text or labels)

Please read the instructions.

!

Warnings are marked with a warning triangle.

The text gives information how a dangerous situation can be avoided.

Signal words indicate the severity of the danger, if not avoided.

Warning

means that possible personal injuries, and potentially life-threatening injuries may occur.

⚠️ Important

means property damages may occur.

Safety and safety measures

When installing and connecting the appliance, the following safety instructions, warnings, general instructions and any possible special regulations of the locally responsible water and electricity supply companies must be observed.

▶Have the machine installed according to the mounting instructions by qualified and trained personnel.
▶Check the machine for transport damage. Do not connect an appliance which displays visible damage.

Warning

Risk of injury!

The washing machine is very heavy.

When transporting or installing the machine (unloading, moving etc.), make sure that it does not fall down or tips over.

Components sticking out from the machine (e.g. loading door, cover plate) may break off and cause injuries, when used for lifting.

▶Do not grip the appliance on components sticking out.

Inexpert installation of hoses and power cables may cause trip hazards and danger of injury.

▶Lay hoses and cables in such a way that they do not represent a risk of tripping.

When playing with packaging material / film and packaging parts, children may become entrapped in it or pull these over their head and suffocate.

▶Keep packaging material away from children.

Warning

Danger of electric shock!

There is a risk of short circuits and fire, when operating the washing machine outdoors.

▶The machine must not be operated out doors (e.g. balcony).
▶When operating the washing machine at 2000m above sea level, it is absolutely imperative to activate the temperature limiter to prevent the water from boiling (see service instructions or ask the customer service and/or retailer).
▶Operating temperature of the appliance is 5 to 35 °C.

Removing the transport securing device

Important

The machine is secured with transport safety devices on the back of the washer.

▶ Before putting the appliance into service for the first time, the transport securing device must be removed.

- Keep the safety devices for further use. - To avoid transport damage, temporarily re-install the safety device when transporting the machine in the future.

4 x

▶ Remove the hoses and cables from their holding straps.

Private household 2x

3x Apartment building

▶ Loosen hexagonal screws with a spanner (spanner size 13), until the screws can be moved freely.

Three mechanical tool icons showing different types of fasteners or fasteners (no text or symbols)

▶ Remove the screws with their sleeves.

▶ Close the openings with the enclosed covers.

Warning

In the case of slipping there is a risk of injury.

Installing the appliance

Each appliance is carefully checked under operating conditions before leaving our factory. Any moisture or water residue which you may possibly find in the appliance or outlet hose are attributable to this check..

Installation area

In order to ensure the stability of the appliance during spin drying, the installation area must be firm and level. Soft floor coverings, e.g. fitted carpets or coverings with a foamed material backing are not suitable as an installation area.

Installation on timber joist floors

▶ Place the appliance on an at least 40 mm thick, water-resistant timber board which should be screwed firmly to the floor.
▶ Installation should be made as far as possible in the corner of the room. Fasten the appliance by its feet using the fixing set (this applies particularly in the case of a washer-dryer tower).

Installation on a plinth

Important

During spinning, the washing machine may wander and tip over or fall from the plinth.

The base of the device must be fixed securely to it with a fixing set in order to prevent it from sliding off during its spin cycle. (this applies particularly in the case of a washer-dryer tower).

Installation on a slippery surface

When the machine is installed on a slippery surface (e.g. ceramic tile, polished natural stone, fine concrete), the feet of the machine must be secured with an attachment set (attachment set for glueing) to prevent the machine from moving during spinning.

Fixing sets

You can purchase the following fixing sets at your specialist retailer or through our customer services team:

▶ Steel fixing set – to be drilled Order No: 520 510

- Plastic fixing set – to be glued Order No: 51 215

Keep machine dimensions in mind

The minimum distance between the machine and the wall or possibly another machine is 1 cm.

Private home

Aligning the appliance

▶ Align the appliance with the help of a spirit level on all sides.

Notice

The machine must be in a vertical position with all four feet firmly on the floor and it must not wobble. Otherwise the machine might move during operation and cause any damage.

Line drawing of a single washing machine with front panel and door (no text or symbols)

▶ Check the orientation of the machine.

Mechanical diagram showing a wrench turning a key with an arrow indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

▶ Loosen the counternuts with a spanner.

Mechanical diagram showing a bolt and nut assembly with rotational arrow (no text or symbols)

▶ If necessary, adjust the height of the feet of the machine by turning them.

Diagram of a wrench tool with a rotating knob and hexagonal base (no text or symbols)

▶ Afterwards refasten the lock nut of each machine foot against the housing. While doing so, hold on to the feet to prevent the changing the height.

Washer-Dryer tower

In order to save space (installation space), you can place your dryer on top of a washing machine (washer-dryer tower). It is absolutely imperative not to mount a washing machine on a dryer, risk of falling.

You can obtain the appropriate parts as a construction kit from your specialist dealer or our customer service. The installation must be carried out by a specialised electrician.

Private home

▶ Washer-dryer tower staking kit, white Order No: 51 027

▶ Washer-dryer tower staking kit, grey Order No: 51 028

Apartment building

▶ Washer-dryer tower staking kit, white Order No: 51 044

Important

Risk of tipping!

It is absolutely imperative not to mount a washing machine on a dryer.

Water inlet

For the water connection, a normal cold-water supply with at least 0.1 MPa (1 bar) water pressure is required. When the water tap is turned on, more than 8 litres of water per minute must flow out.

▶ If the water pressure is over 1 MPa (10 bar), a pressure valve should be fitted.

Important

▶ Do not connect to the mixing battery of a pressureless hot-water apparatus.

Hoop up the machine with like new inlet hoses. Do not reuse old hose kits.

▶ Do not kink or protract the hoses.

3/4"

▶ Connect the inlet hose to the water tap.
▶ Do not remove the screens in the hose connections, except for cleaning.

3/4"

▶ Carefully turn on the water tap to make sure that the connections are not leaking.

Important

The connecting points are under full water pressure.

In order to avoid water damage, the water tap and the intermediate valve must be closed after washing..

Soft water/ rainwater connection

Notice

If you wish to use rainwater, this must be filtered or hygienically clean to avoid contamination.

▶ A rainwater utilisation system is required to operate your washing machine with rainwater.

Machines with soft water/ rainwater option provide two water con nections on the rear panel for the soft and hard water connection (cold) respectively.

The supply valve for soft water/ rain-water is marked with a green line at the mouth, the neutral valve is determined for the hard water.

▶ Connect the soft / rain and hard water hose to the respective water tap.

Hot water connection

Machines with hot water option provide two water con nections on the rear panel for the hot and cold water connection. The water supply valve for hot water is marked with a red line at the mouth, the neutral valve is determined for the cold water.

▶ Connect the hot and cold water water hose to the respective water tap.

Important

The hot water temperature must not exceed 70^ C.

▶ Higher water temperatures must be reduced by means of a mixer con nec ted in series.

Aquastop / Aquasafe

Illustration of a faucet with a valve and handle (no text or symbols)

In the case of appliances with aquastop / aquasafe, connect the valve to the water tap as shown in the sketch.

▶ Carefully open the water tap to make sure that the connections are not leaking.

Warning

Danger of electric shock!

▶ Do not immerse the aquastop valve in water.

Water outlet

Important

Risk of water damage!

A drainage hose that is insufficiently secured, may slip out of the sink or the connection during draining and cause water damage.

▶ Do not kink or protract the hoses.

Water drainage into sink

max. 100 mm

▶ Secure the hose against slipping out.
▶ Check, if the water drains away fast enough.
▶ Make sure the plug is not obstructing drainage.

Water drainage into siphon (In-wall or sink siphon)

Diagram of a water tap with a funnel and tubing, showing a close-up of small components (no text or labels)

- Secure the connection with hose clamps (available at the hardware store).

Water drainage into a standpipe or floor drain

Diagram of a pipe system with a valve and tubing, showing a close-up inset of the valve assembly (no text or labels)

▶ Fasten the hose on both sides with a cable tie.

Electrical connection

Notice

Connection of the appliance to the power supply must be carried out by a specialised electrician.

When the machine is operated for the first time the Data and Time settings are to be checked and if necessary, set correctly (see Settings / Menu Settings in the operating instructions).

Perform the electrical connection according to the regulations or provisions made by the local electricity authority and utility companies.

In rooms in which fault-current protective switches are required or recommended in order to increase safety, the release current must be 30 mA.

▶ Use a fault-current protective switch with the ≈ symbol.

Approval for fixed connection, all-pole disconnectable by a main switch with contact distance of min. 3 mm or plug contact.

Warning

Risk of electric shock and risk of fire! No extension cables, no multi-coupling and no plug-in, mobile time switches may be used.

The dryer may not be connected via an external switching mechanism, which regularly switches the machine on and off (e.g. timer switch).

Reduced mains power

The appliance may be changed-over to a reduced connection rate (see the following electrical installation schemes).

Additional information regarding change-over capabilities are located on the sticker on the power cable of the machine.

Notice

The switchover must be carried out by a specialist elec tri cian.

▶ For lower connected loads, the setting Reduced mains power needs to be adjusted accordingly.

Private household (Type WA14 EFH)

Mains cable

The appliance is supplied with a 4-core mains cable for connection to 2-phase alternating current with a neutral conductor (400 V 2 N \~, connected load 4000 W, fuse 10 AT).

Fuses and switches are not included in the scope of supply.

8 kg washing machine

400 V 2 N ~ 4000 W L2 L1 N PE L1 L3 L2 L1 N PE PE 1900W 1900W 200W Heating 3800 W Motor Fuse 200 W 10 AT

230 V 1 N ~ Reduced mains power 2100 W L2 L1 N PE cut of L2 L1 L3 L2 L1 N PE PE 1900W 1900W 200W Heating Motor Fuse 1900 W 200 W 10 AT

<> model

The appliance is supplied with a 3-core mains lead with a mains plug type 23 (230 V 1 N \~, connection value 3500 W, fuse 16 AT).

Fuses and switches are not included in the scope of supply.

230 V 1 N \~ 3500 W

Plug type 23 L1 L3 L2 L1 N P E PE 1400W 1900W 200W

Heating 3300 W Motor 200 W Fuse 16 AT

<> model

The appliance is supplied a mains lead (length: 165 cm) with a mains plug type T 12 to connect to a single phase alternating current with neutral conductor (230 V 1 N \~, connection value 2300 W, fuse 10 AT).

Fuses and switches are not included in the scope of supply.

230 V 1 N \~ 2300 W
Reduced mains power

Plug type 12 L1 L3 L2 L1 N PE PE 2100W 200W

Heating 2100 W Motor 200 W Fuse 10 AT

Apartment building (Type WA14 MFH)

Mains cable

9 kg washing machine

The appliance is supplied with a 5-core mains cable for connection to 2-phase alternating current with a neutral conductor (400 V 3 N \~, connected load 4800 W, fuse 10 AT).

8 kg washing machine

The appliance is supplied with a 4-core mains cable for connection to 2-phase alternating current with a neutral conductor (400 V 2 N \~, connected load 4400 W, fuse 10 AT).

Fuses and switches are not included in the scope of supply.

9 kg washing machine

400 V 3 N ~ 4800 W L3 L2 L1 N PE L1 L3 L2 L1 N PE PE 2300W 2300W 200W Heating 4600 W Motor Fuse 200 W 10 AT

400 V 2 N ~ Reduced mains power 2500 W L3 L2 L1 N PE cut off L3 L1 L3 L2 L1 N PE PE 2300W 2300W 200W Heating 2300 W Motor Fuse 200 W 10 AT

8 kg washing machine

400 V 2 N \~ 4400 W

L2 L1 N PE L1 L3 L2 L1 N PE PE 2300W 1900W 200W

Heating 4200 W

Motor 200 W

Fuse 10 AT

230 V 1 N \~ 2100 W

Reduced mains power

L2 L1 N PE cut off L2 L1 L3 L2 L1 N PE PE 2300W 1900W 200W

Heating

1900 W

Motor

200 W

Fuse 10 AT

L1 brown

N blue

L2 black

PE yellow-green

Translation of the original installation instruction