User Manual BLACK+DECKER BPWH84W Washing Machines, Portable Laundry Washer

• Owner's manual - (English, Spanish)

Table of contents

• SET UP & USE
• CARE AND CLEANING
• TROUBLESHOOTING

SET UP & USE

PARTS & FEATURES

PARTS INCLUDED

RECOMMENDED TOOLS

KEY DIMENSIONS AND SPECIFICATIONS

CHOOSE THE PROPER LOCATION

FLOORING

For best performance, you must install your washer on a solidly constructed floor. Wood floors may need to be reinforced to minimize vibration and/or unbalanced load situations.

• Carpeting and soft tile surfaces are contributing factors to vibration which can cause your washer to move slightly during the spin cycle.

WARNING: Do not install your washer in areas where water may freeze, since your washer will always retain some water in its water valve, pump, and hose areas. Frozen water can damage the belts, the pump, hoses, and other components. Never install on a platform or weakly supported structure.

ELECTRIC

Use 120Volt 60Hz 15 Amps fuse or circuit breaker. Individual branch circuit serving only for your washer is recommended.

WARNING: Never use an extension cord.

GROUNDING

Electrical grounding is required for this washer.

This appliance must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, grounding will reduce the risk of electric shock by providing a path of least resistance for electric current. This appliance is equipped with a power cord having a threeprong grounding plug for use in a properly installed and grounded outlet. The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local codes and ordinances.

CAUTION: An improperly connected equipment-grounding conductor can increase the risk of electrical shock. Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are not sure whether the appliance is properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with the appliance. If it does not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock or personal injury, all wiring and grounding must be done in accordance with the National Electrical Code ANSI/FNPA, No.70 Latest Revision and local codes and ordinances. It is the personal responsibility of the appliance owner to provide adequate electrical service for this appliance.

WARNING: Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.

WATER

To correctly fill your washer in the proper amount of time, water pressure of 14 to 70psi (100 to 500 kPa) is required. Water pressure less than 14psi may cause water valve failure, or may not allow the water valve to shot off completely, or may extend the fill time beyond what your washer controls allow, causing your washer to turn off and alarm error. A time limit is built into the controls to prevent flooding in your home if a hose becomes loose.

The water faucet must be within 4 feet / 122cm of the back of your washer to match the inlet hoses provided with your washer.

To avoid the possibility of water damage:

• Operate with cold water only.
• Have water faucets easily accessible.
• Turn off faucets when the washer is not in use.
• Periodically check that there is no leakage from the water inlet hose fittings.

DRAIN FACILITY

The recommended height of the standpipe is 35in. or 90cm. The drain hose must be routed through the drain hose clip to the standpipe. The standpipe must be large enough to accept the outside diameter of the drain hose.

INSTALL YOUR WASHER

Before installing, make sure there are rubber gaskets inside the fittings at both ends of the water supply hoses. If there are no water inlet hoses packed with the washer or if the hoses are damaged, Call the Customer Satisfaction Center at 1-844-299-0879. Installing the water supply hoses without rubber gaskets can cause water leakage. When you initially install the washer, be sure to use new hoses. Failing to do so may result in a water leakage or overflow and may damage your property. If a hose is too short, replace the hose with a longer, high pressure hose.

Step 1: Move your washer to selected position

Tilt the unit back onto its rear rollers and push it forward as shown in the figure below. Move the unit to a location as described in the previous Choose the Proper Location section.

CAUTION: 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).

Step 2: Install the Inner Safety Lid

Insert the right pin of the inner lid into the slot of the tub cover (1) .

Step 3: Connect the water supply hose

TEMPORARY CONNECTION

• The Quick Connection Adaptor is primarily for quick connection to a single faucet, such as a typical kitchen sink, in cases where the washer is stored in a different place than where it is used. (Skip this step if you are connecting the washer to a sink with separate hot and cold faucets. See PERMANENT INSTALLATION section below.) The adaptor consists of two parts that quickly connect or disconnect. One part, the faucet fitting, is for connection to the faucet and the other part, the hose fitting, connects to the COLD water hose of the washer.
  • Pull back on the white ring to free the faucet fitting from the adaptor for installation into the faucet.
  • Screw the end of the COLD water hose onto the base of the hose fitting.
  • If the faucet has internal screw threads, unscrew the aerator if present from the tip of the faucet. Then screw the faucet fitting into the faucet. Make sure that the black rubber gasket is on the top of the adaptor before screwing it in.
  • If the faucet has external screw threads, remove the gasket from the top of the faucet fitting, and screw the fitting over the external threads.
  • Pull back on the white ring to connect the two parts of the adaptor back together.

NOTE: When connected to a single faucet that can dispense either hot or cold water, both hot and cold water can be run through the cold water line. It is recommended to ONLY run COLD water washes with this machine.

PERMANENT CONNECTION

• Connect the ends of the water supply hose to the COLD faucet.
• Tighten the fittings by hand until they are snug, and then tighten them an additional two-thirds of a turn with a wrench/pliers.

CAUTION: When you fasten the fitting, do not fasten it too tightly or apply tape or sealant to the faucet or water supply inlet. This can damage the fitting. After you have connected the water supply hose to the faucet, ensure that it is connected securely by pulling the water supply hose downwards.

• Place the unconnected end of the hose into a bucket and open the faucet connected to the water supply hose for 10 or 15 seconds to remove any foreign substances from the hose. Close the faucet before continuing.

• Connect the end of the water supply hose to the water supply inlet connection at the top of the washer.

WARNING: The hose connected to the COLD water source must be connected to the COLD water supply inlet.

• Tighten the fitting by hand until it is snug, and then tighten them an additional two-thirds of a turn with a wrench/pliers.

CAUTION: Confirm that the water supply hose is not twisted or bent. If the hose is twisted or bent, the hose can leak and cause electric shock due to the water leakage. To ensure correct water usage, connect the COLD water faucet only.

• Turn on the COLD water supply and check all the water supply inlet connections and the faucet for water leaks.

Step 4: Connect the drain hose

Insert the end of the drain hose into the drain outlet located at the back of the unit. The other end of the hose should be positioned using one of the following methods:

• A. Over the edge of a wash basin. Secure the guide to the side of the basin wall with a hook or to the tap with a piece of string to prevent the drain hose from moving.
• B. In a standpipe The standpipe must be no shorter than 32 in. (81cm) and no longer than 39 in. (100cm).
• C. In a laundry tub. The laundry tub must be no shorter than 32 in. (81cm) and no higher than 39 in. (100cm).

WARNING: Make sure that the connection between the drain hose and the wash basin, standpipe or laundry tub is not airtight.

Step 5: Leveling your washer

See if the washer is level by checking the position of the tub or using a leveling gauge.

1. Slide the washer into position.
2. Open the lid of the washer, and pour the water into the tub to just below the pulsator level.
3. If the washer is level, the pulsator is positioned at the center of the washer as shown in the figure above right. If not, level your washer by turning the front leveling leg clockwise or counterclockwise as necessary.

CAUTION: There is ONLY ONE adjustable leg as right figure on this washer.

Step 6: 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.

Step 7: Running a test cycle

Run a test cycle as follows to check if your washer is properly installed.

1. Fill approx. 1/2 the tub with laundry.
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.

CAUTION: If water leaks while water is being supplied or drained, check the water connections. If the washer rocks and vibrates excessively, level your washer again.

Step 8: Storing your washer

If you want to store your washer at another location, unplug it, drain any remaining water from the drain pipe and hook the pipe onto the back of the washer. Disconnect the water inlet hoses from the faucets and move washer to new location.

CONTROL PANEL

1. Power
   • Press the POWER button once to turn ON the power to the washer. Press again to turn OFF the unit.
2. Start/Pause
   • Press Start/Pause once to start the wash cycle. Press again during operation to PAUSE the cycle. Press again to continue the cycle.
3. Program
   • Press the Program button to select from the following wash cycles: 01 (Normal), 02 (Cotton), 03 (Gentle), 04 (Speed Wash), 05 (Spin), 06 (Whites), 07 (Heavy Soil), 08 (Tub Clean)
4. Rinse + (Press 3 sec.)
   • Press and hold this button for 3 seconds in order to select additional rinse cycles. You can select 2, 3 or 4 rinse cycles.
   • Note: Additional rinse times cannot be selected with Speed Wash, Spin and Tub Clean cycles
5. Load Size
   • Press Load Size for 3 seconds to choose from 01 (Small) 02 (Medium) and 03 (Large) based on the size of the load of laundry when using normal, cotton, gentle, whites and heavy soil programs. The selected load size will determine the water fill level. You will see the number associated with the load size in the digital display
   • When selecting the Speed Wash program the washer will automatically be set at 01 (Small)
   • Tub clean will automatically set load size to 03 (Large)
   • A water level is not selected for spin cycles.
6. Delay Start (Press 3 sec.)
   • You can delay the start of the wash cycle for 2-24 hours. Activate Delay Start by pressing the button for 3 seconds. You will see”2” on the digital display which stands for 2 hours. You can add 1 hour to the start time each time you press the button up until 24 hours.
7. Child Lock
   • Use this option to disable the controls. This feature can prevent children from changing cycles or powering off the machine. The washer can only be locked during a cycle. To activate this function after starting the washer press the water level and program button at the same time. When controls are locked CL will display with estimated time remaining. To cancel this function select the water level and program buttons again.
8. Digital Display
   • The digital display shows the program and estimated time remaining in the cycle.

WARNING To reduce the risk of electric shock, or injury to persons, read the important safety instructions before operating this appliance.

WASHING A LOAD OF LAUNDRY

WARNING: Operate with cold water only

Step 1: Power on your washer

Press the POWER button to power your washer on.

Step 2: Load your washer

CAUTION: Before loading your laundry, be sure to take out coins, keys and other hard objects, and close all zippers to prevent the clothes from damage.

Sort laundry by fabric type, soil level, color and load size as needed. Refer to the Fabric Care Chart on page 35. You can fill the tub with dry, unfolded clothes ,but DO NOT OVERLOAD the tub. Load the tub no more than 3/4 full. To ensure good cleaning results do not overload the tub, especially when washing heavily soiled loads. Never load the tub more than 3/4 full.

WARNING: Overloading may reduce washing efficiency, cause excess wear, and possibly cause creasing or wrinkling of items in the load.

NOTE: To add a forgotten item:

1. Press the START/PAUSE button to pause the washer.
2. Wait for the tub to stop turning, then open the lid.
3. Add the item, close the lid, and then press the START PAUSE button. The cycle will resume.

Step 3: Add detergent

This washer can be used with any type of liquid or powdered laundry detergent however (HE) detergent is recommended. Use 1/4 to 1/2 the amount of detergent recommended by the detergent manufacturer. Always reduce the amount of detergent if the load is small or lightly soiled, or if your water is very soft. Never use more than recommended by the detergent manufacturer.

The laundry detergent should be put directly into the wash load.

Your portable washer also comes with a bleach dispenser. If you choose to use bleach to launder your clothes you can add the bleach in the dispenser when the washer is filled with water. You will hear 3 beeps when the tub is filled. Press Start/Pause. The bleach dispenser is not intended for use with laundry detergent.

Step 4: Select your desired cycle and options

Step 5: Start the cycle

Press the START/PAUSE button to start the washing cycle. When the washing cycle begins, the Estimated Time in minutes for the cycle to complete will show and count down in the digital display. Or, if Delay Start is set, the display will count down the hours until the cycle begins, and then change to a minute countdown for the cycle.

WARNING: When the washer is running, you should pause the program and wait for the tub to stop completely before you open the lid.

RINSE & SPIN CYCLE GUIDE

Energy efficiency test program

“Normal” program is the most suitable program to wash soiled cotton or linen clothes and is the most efficient program in terms of combined energy and water consumption for washing that type of laundry

CARE AND CLEANING

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

Cleaning the exterior

Turn off the water faucets to shut off the water supply to your washer and prevent the unlikely possibility of damage from escaping water. Use a soft cloth to wipe up all detergent, lint or other residue. Clean the control panel with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive powders or pads. Do not spray cleaners directly onto the panel.

Cleaning the interior

Clean the interior of your washer periodically to remove any dirt, odor mildew, or other residue that may remain in your washer after multiple uses or cleaning very soiled clothes. Failure to follow these instructions may result in unpleasant conditions, such as odors and/or permanent stains on your washer or laundry. Hard water deposits should be removed. Use cleaners labeled “Washer safe”.

Tub clean

Run a Tub Clean Cycle with some bleach every month or as needed to remove dirt, mildew, hard water stains or odors.

Note: If you wish to use other products suitable for cleaning laundry tubs, follw the tub cleaner manufacturers instructions.

TROUBLESHOOTING

BEFORE YOU CALL FOR SERVICE

IF THE UNIT FAILS TO OPERATE:

A) Check to make sure that the unit is plugged in securely. If it is not, remove the plug from the outlet, wait 10 seconds and plug it in again securely.

B) Check for a blown circuit fuse or a tripped main circuit breaker. If these seem to be operating properly, test the outlet with another appliance.

IF NONE OF THE ABOVE SOLVES THE PROBLEM, CONTACT OUR CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CENTER. DO NOT TRY TO ADJUST OR REPAIR YOURSELF.

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.

FABRIC CARE CHART

The following symbols provide garment care direction. The Clothing care labels include symbols for washing, bleaching, drying and ironing, or dry cleaning when necessary. The use of symbols ensures consistency among garment manufacturers of domestic and imported items. Follow care label directions to maximize garment life and reduce laundering problems.

** The number of dots represent appropriate wash water temperatures for various items. The temperature range for Hot is 105°-125°F/41°-52°C, for Warm 85°-105°F/29°- 41°C and for Cold 60°-85°F/16°-29°C.(Wash water temperature must be a minimum of 60°F/16°C for detergent activation and effective cleaning.)The clothes washer can not ensure these temperatures because the actual temperature of the water entering your washer depends on water heater settings and regional water supply temperatures.

For example, cold water entering the home in the northern states during winter may be 40°F/4°C which is too cold for effective cleaning. In this situation, you will need to adjust the water temperature by selecting a warm setting, adding some hot water to the MAX FILL line, or using your Washer’s heating option, if available.