Introduction

The IFB Appliances Senator Aqua SX 8KG Machine 1400RPM is a fully automatic front-load washing machine designed for efficiency and convenience in modern households. With a capacity of 8 kg, it is ideal for families of 4 to 5 members, offering 15 wash programs to handle various fabric types and soil levels. The powerful 1400 RPM spin speed ensures effective drying, while features like Aqua Energie technology enhance washing performance. Priced at approximately $400, it combines advanced technology with user-friendly features for a superior laundry experience.

Product Overview

Control Panel

Specifications

• Model: Senator Aqua SX 8KG 1400RPM
• Power supply: 220-240 V Single Phase 50 Hz
• Dimension: 60.6cm (D) x 59.8cm (W) x 87.5cm (H)
• Net weight: 75 Kg
• Capacity: 8 Kg of dry cotton
• Wash care programs: 15 (>100 with options)
• Selector buttons: Start/Pause, Options ^ and v, Change + and -
• Selector knob: Program selector
• Spin speed: 400-1400 RPM or spin cancel
• Program duration: 147 minutes maximum 15 minutes minimum
• Water consumption*: 60 Litres
• Water pressure: 0.3 Bar-10 Bar (0.03 MPa-1.0 MPa)
• Power consumption max: 2250 W
• Drain pump rating: 30 W
• Heater rating: 2000 W
• Drum: Stainless steel

Description

The IFB Appliances Senator Aqua SX 8KG 1400RPM washing machine boasts a sleek and durable design, making it a stylish addition to any modern kitchen. The stainless steel drum ensures longevity and prevents rust, while the electronic controls with an LED display provide easy operation and clear cycle indicators. This model features multiple wash cycles, including a specific cycle for delicate fabrics, ensuring that your clothes are cleaned thoroughly without damage. The high spin speed of 1400 RPM reduces drying time significantly, making it a time-saving option for busy households.

Getting Started With Your Machine

Installing your machine & safety guidelines

Select the right spot

• Unpack and place the new washing machine in proximity to both water and electrical connections. Ensure that the floor is properly levelled.

  

Removing the transit bolts

• Use a spanner to remove the transit bolts.
• Insert plastic caps provided.
• Keep the transit bolts carefully as they will be required in case you need to shift the machine again.
• Please do not operate the machine until the transit bolts have been removed.

Leveling

• Level the machine by using the adjustable screws provided at the bottom for levelling.

• Make sure that the machine rests on all four feet on a level surface.

  

Connection to the water supply

• The water inlet of the machine has a collar with parallel internal threads.

  

• The water supply point with an external thread/parallel thread should be available within 1 metre of the machine location.

• Do not stretch the water supply hose.

  

Connection to the drain hose

• The machine drains via a drain pump.
• Direct the end of drain hose into a sink or a basin.

• The drain hose should not be placed higher than 1 00 cm and not lower than 60 cm above the floor.

  

Electrical connection

• It is mandatory to have a 16 Amp, 3 pin 220-240 V AC, 50 Hz electrical point with a 16 Amp MCB or automatic short circuit protection device within 1 metre of the machine.
• Make sure your home has proper earthing and there is a firm connection between the plug and the socket. IFB recommends a separate MCB on the socket of the washing machine.
• Proper earthing of the power socket is critical to reliable performance.

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Tips for best results 

Before washing

• Empty all pockets.
• Remove metals parts.
• Close any zips and fasten hooks etc before washing.
• Do not wash anything in the machine that is specified as non-machine washable on the wash care label.

While sorting

• Separate polyester fabrics from cotton fabrics.
• Try to have a mix of large and small clothes in each wash load.
• Dark clothes should be washed separately and not with whites.

While loading

• Load large items first, preferably half the total wash load.
• Do not wash single items-add one or two similar items.
• Place small items such as infants' socks, nylon stockings, handkerchiefs etc in a laundry bag, pillow case or something similar, as they may get caught around the door. This will also save your laundry from getting lost.

Water softening

• Use water softening agents or adjust detergent dosage as recommended by the detergent manufacturer in case of hard water.

Easy tips to remove stains 

• Ensure you use warm water for soaking or pre washing stained laundry.
• Fresh stains are easier to remove.
• Knowing what kind of stain it is, how old it is, what kind of fabric it is, and whether the fabric is color fast (check the care label) always helps treat a stain better.
• Always start with cold or warm water as hot water can set in stains. Washing and drying can sometimes set in stains.
• When bleach is recommended, always use a fabric-safe one. Put the stained area face down on a paper towel or white cloth. Apply the stain remover to the back of the stain. This forces the stain off the fabric instead of through it.

Setup Guide

To operate the IFB Appliances Senator Aqua SX 8KG 1400RPM, follow these steps:

1. Unpack the washing machine and remove all packaging materials.
2. Place the washing machine on a level surface to ensure proper balance.
3. Connect the water inlet hose to a water source and ensure secure connection.
4. Plug in the power cord and turn on the washing machine.
5. Select the desired wash cycle using the electronic controls.
6. Add detergent according to the load size and fabric type.
7. Close the lid and start the cycle.

Maintenance and cleaning of your washing machine

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

• Remove detergent residues regularly.
• Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer.
• Clean the detergent dispenser drawer with WARM water.
• Clean the siphon. Remove the siphon from the compartment and wash it under running WARM water.
• Detergent residues can build up in the water jets on top of the detergent dispenser drawer housing.

• Before fixing the detergent dispenser drawer use a bottle brush to clean them out.

  

Cleaning the water hose mesh filter 

• Turn OFF taps. Disconnect power supply to the machine. Unscrew the inlet hose from machine and the tap.

  

• Drain water from the hose.
• Remove the filter mesh from the tap end of the inlet hose and clean under running water with a brush.
• Pull the sieve out of the magnetic valve with a pair of flat nosed pliers. Clean the sieve under running water with a brush. Then fit the sieve back into the valve.

• Screw inlet hose back to the machine and the tap. Ensure that the sieve and filter are in place. Turn ON water tap to check if the connection is watertight.

  

Cleaning the filter 

• Filter should be cleaned frequently in order to increase the life of the drain pump.
• Open the detachable bottom door by using a coin or key.
• Place a shallow container near the bottom door. Pull out the drain hose and open the drain plug to drain out the water from the machine in the container.
• After draining the water through the drain plug, open the filter by rotating it anti-clockwise and remove foreign objects like coins, pins or hooks, if any.
• Tighten the filter and drain plug to their original positions and close the bottom door.

• Do not open the filter during a program run.

  

Use of descalant 

• Use descalant periodically to increase the life of the heater and to remove scaling on the heater and drum due to hard water.
• Follow the instructions of the descalant manufacturer and make sure that there is no laundry in the washing machine while using it.

• Only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents.

  

Tub Clean Program 
Run this program to eliminate any impurities, scaling, bacteria and unpleasant smell from the washing machine.

Before running the Tub Clean program, empty the washing machine drum; there shouldn't be any clothes in the washing machine during Tub Clean program. Adding a small amount of Powder detergent or descalant (refer topic Use of descalant) will additionally improve the effect of the Tub Clean program.

To run the Tub Clean Program

IMPORTANT Do not put laundry in the washing machine during Tub Clean.

• Switch ON the washing machine.
• Put powder detergent or descalant in 'II' detergent dispenser drawer.
• With no laundry in drum, rotate program selector to 'Spin Dry/Tub Clean' position.
• Display will indicate 'Spin Dry: Press +', Tub Clean: Press -'
• Press ' - ' button to select Tub Clean program.
• Press Start/Pause button to Start Tub Clean program.

• 'End' will be displayed when program finishes.

  

If you do not regularly use washing programs with temperatures over 60 ° C, it is recommended to run the Tub Clean program at least once per month.

Use of descalant

• Use descalant periodically to increase the life of heater and to remove scaling on heater and drum due to hard water.
• Follow the instruction of descalant manufacturer and make sure that there is no laundry in the washing machine while using it.
• Only use proprietary non-corrosive descaling agents.

Cloth weight 

Sheets

• Cotton (double): 1 Kg
• Cotton (single): 500 g
• Non-cotton (double): 650 g
• Non-cotton (single): 400 g

Pillow Slips

• Cotton pillow slips: 110 g
• Other pillow slips: 85 g

Table Cloth

• Small: 230 g
• Large: 600 g
• Table napkins (4): 150 g

Bedspread

• Bedspread: 3 Kg

Blankets

• Wool: 2 Kg
• Acrylic: 1.5 Kg

Bottoms

• Lungi/Dhoti
• Skirts
• Trousers
• Jeans

Tops

• Cotton shirts
• Other shirts
• Cotton blouses
• Other blouses
• Woollen sweaters
• Heavy sweaters
• Light sweaters
• Other clothes

Sarees

• Cotton saree: 400 g
• Synthetic saree: 300 g

Towels

• Bath towels: 600 g
• Hand towels: 250 g

Other Clothing

• Pyjama kurta: 400 g
• Panties: 60 g
• Cotton vests: 100 g
• Underslips: 100 g
• Long socks, 2 pairs: 150 g
• Short socks, 2 pairs: 85 g
• 6 handkerchiefs: 85 g
• 12 napkins: 1.1 Kg

Safety guidelines for installation

• Keep the packaging material. It may come in handy when shifting residence.
  • Old hoses must not be reused. Always use the new hoses delivered with the machine. Before cleaning the machine, ensure that you disconnect the main electricity supply and take the plug out of the socket.
  • Not removing all the packaging and transit bolts before using the appliance may lead to serious damage. Please do not operate the machine until the transit bolts have been removed.
• All washing machine installation work must be carried out only by authorised IFB Service Personnel.
• Pre-installation work such as plumbing and electrical connections must be carried out by a qualified fitter, electrician or technician.
• Do not operate the appliance where inflammable substances such as oil, benzene or highly inflammable gas are present. Such materials may cause fire or explosion. Never use combustible detergents.
• Do not install your washing machine in rooms where temperatures below freezing may occur. Frozen hoses may burst under pressure. The reliability of the electronic control unit may be impaired at temperatures below freezing point O and above SO C.
• Install the machine in a room with adequate ventilation. Avoid a room with no windows. The back of the machine should be at least 4 inches (1 00 mm) away from the wall.
• The machine is provided with ventilating openings on the base. Always put the machine on the floor after removing the carpet.
• Do not install the machine in a damp area or bathroom with exposure to a direct shower.
• Protect the machine from direct sunlight and rainfall.
• Do not place the machine on a slanting, uneven or unstable surface.
• A concrete floor is the most suitable installation surface for a washing machine, being far less prone to vibration during the spin cycle than wooden floorboards.
  The washing machine is not suitable for connection to a hot water supply.
  The machine is designed to operate with water flow pressure between 0.3 Bar-10 Bar. Lower water pressure can lead to machine malfunction.

Read all instructions and explanations for installation carefully before use. Follow the instructions carefully. Keep the operating instructions handy for later use.

Safety Information

Any damage, which may be caused by cockroaches or other vermin, will not be covered by the appliance guarantee.

• Do not install and use a damaged machine. Before connecting the machine, ensure that the connection data on the data plate (fusing, voltage and frequency) match the main electricity supply. If in any doubt, consult IFB Care.
• Do not wash or dry articles that have been cleaned, washed, soaked in or dabbed with combustible or explosive substances (such as oil, paint, gasoline, degreasers, dry cleaning solvents, kerosene etc). This may result in fire or explosions.
• Before using the machine for the first time, check that the transit bolt at the rear of the machine has been removed (refer topic Safety Guidelines for installation).
• Turn OFF the stopcock if the machine is to be left for any length of time (eg holidays) especially if there is no floor drain (gully) in the immediate vicinity.
• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instructions concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
• Children should not play with the appliance.
• Cleaning and user maintenance should not be performed by children without supervision.

Caution 

• The electrical safety of this appliance can only be guaranteed when continuity is complete between the machine and an effective earthing system, which complies with local and national regulations. It is most important that a qualified electrician regularly tests this basic safety requirement. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for the consequences of an inadequate earthing system.
• For safety reasons do not operate this appliance on an extension cable. Extension leads do not guarantee the required safety of the appliance. There is danger of overheating.
  The machine is built in accordance with current safety requirements.
  Unauthorised repairs could result in unforeseen dangers for the user, for which the manufacturer cannot accept responsibility. Only authorised IFB personnel should undertake repairs.
• The machine is only completely isolated from the electricity supply when it is switched OFF at the wall socket and the plug is taken out, or it is switched OFF from the main source, or the main fuse is taken out or the MCB switched OFF. This machine must only be connected to the onsite water supply using a new hose kit. Old hoses must not be reused. Only genuine IFB original spare parts must replace faulty components. Only when these parts are fitted can the safety standards of the machine be guaranteed.
  If the connection cable is faulty it must be replaced only by an IFB approved service technician to protect the user from danger.
• A washer and dryer should never be stacked without using the proper stacking kit. Doing so is extremely dangerous, as the dryer may vibrate off the washing machine during use.

Warnings

• Do not pull the cord to disconnect the plug. Hold the plug itself. Do not insert or remove the plug with damp hands.
• Do not drag or move the washing machine if it contains the wash load or when in operation.
• Do not spill water over the machine. In case of spillage, wipe dry. Avoid the machine coming in contact with floor cleaning chemicals.
• Do not wash or spray water over the switch or control panel.
• Do not wash shoes or utensils in the machine.
• Use detergent recommended for washing machines.
• Keep your machine dry to avoid corrosion/rusting. Take special care to wipe the machine after cleaning coin trap.
• Check label on garments for determining conditions under which fabrics are to be washed.
• The machine is tested with water during assembly for performance checking. Condensed droplets of water may remain inside the drum. It is advisable to run the machine without a wash load in Cotton maximum temperature program with detergent for the first time after installation. Ensure that the machine is connected to a 3 pin socket with good earthing and 1 6 Amp MCB or other automatic short circuit protection devices.
• Textiles that have been pre-treated in solvent-based cleaning agents must be thoroughly rinsed in clean water before being washed in the machine.
• Never use solvent-based cleaning agents in this machine, as this may result in damage to component parts and create toxic fumes. Such detergents also pose a threat of fire and explosion hazards.
• Only use dyes specified by the manufacturer as suitable for use in a domestic washing machine. Always read the manufacturer's instructions carefully.
• Colour run and dye removers contain sulphur compounds, which can cause damage such as corrosion. Do not use such products in this machine.
• For machines with a porthole door, remember that the porthole glass will be hot when washing at very high temperatures. Do not let children touch it.
• Always make sure that the drum is stationary before removing clothes. Reaching into a moving drum is extremely dangerous.

Flooding danger 

• While hooking the drain hose into a wash basin, check that the water drains OFF quickly to prevent the sink from overflowing. Make sure the drain hose is secure so that the force of the water flowing out of the hose does not dislodge it. Otherwise this will result in flooding.
• Take care to ensure that foreign objects (eg nails, pins, coins, paper clips etc) do not find their way into the machine with the washing. These may damage components of the machine (eg suds container, drum etc), which in turn can result in damage to the washing.

Troubleshooting

SYMPTOM: LCD Display does not glow.

SYMPTOM: Washing machine door does not open.

SYMPTOM: Program does not start.

SYMPTOM: Water does not enter into machine. Detergent not being flushed into the drum.

SYMPTOM: Suds escaping from detergent dispenser tray. Excessive foam in drum. Residues of detergent on clothes.

SYMPTOM: Water leakage from machine.

SYMPTOM: Machine does not drain.

SYMPTOM: Machine does not spin or clothes stay wet.

SYMPTOM: Machine vibrates more during spinning.

SYMPTOM: Motor noise.

• It is normal for noises to be heard while the motor is running.

SYMPTOM: Pump noise.

• It is normal for noises to be heard from the pump during the start-up and final stage of draining. However, check for filter clogging.   

SYMPTOM: Program cycle time delayed.

• It is normal as the washing machine time may vary depending upon the type and quantity of laundry, inlet water pressure, inlet water temperature, variations in power supply and other usage conditions.
• If the load is unbalanced, the machine may make several attempts to redistribute the clothes in order to minimize the vibrations resulting in extended program duration.   

SYMPTOM: Poor soil removal.

SYMPTOM: Blue stains on clothes.

SYMPTOM: Black or grey marks on clothes.

SYMPTOM: Yellow or brown rust stains.

SYMPTOM: Residue of detergent.

SYMPTOM: Buttons not working.

Display 

The LCD Display gives you complete information 

• Program selection.
• Additional wash option selection.
• Balance time of the program.
• Program status.
• Problem/fault indications, if any.
• Child Lock selection.
• Door Status.

Important If Program Selector is rotated during program run,  "(Selected Program name)" "Adjust Knob pos." will be shown on the display. 

For any code which is not present in the following list or if the suggested solution doesn't fix the problem,  call lFB Care or dealer. 

IFB Appliances Senator Aqua SX 8KG Machine 1400RPM Pros & Cons

Pros

• High spin speed for faster drying
• Multiple wash cycles for various fabric types
• 5-Star energy efficiency rating for reduced power consumption
• Stainless steel drum for durability and rust resistance
• Electronic controls with LED display for easy operation

Cons

• Higher noise levels during operation compared to some models
• Requires regular maintenance to ensure optimal performance
• May be slightly heavier due to its robust build

Customer Reviews

Customers have generally praised the IFB Appliances Senator Aqua SX 8KG 1400RPM for its reliable performance, advanced features, and energy efficiency. However, some users have noted that it can be quite loud during operation and requires regular cleaning to maintain its performance.

Common Complaints

• Noise levels during operation
• Need for regular maintenance

Warranty

IFB Appliances Senator Aqua SX 8KG Machine 1400RPM Industries Ltd (the Company) warrants to the original domestic purchaser of this washing machine (Appliance) that it is free from defects in workmanship and materials. During 48 months from the date of purchase of the new washing machine all the parts of the washing machine which prove to be defective in workmanship and/or materials shall be replaced or repaired free of charge on intimation to the Company/Company's authorised service centre nearest to the place where the appliance is installed. This warranty is subject to limitations of warranty.