AEG Electrolux Lavamat64840L User manual

LAVAMAT 64840L - 66840L
User manual Washing Machine

Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products.
To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this
instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly
and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we recommend
you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any future owner of the appliance.
We wish you much joy with your new appliance.
Contents
Operating instructions 3
Safety information 3
General safety 3
Installation 4
Use 4
Child Safety 4
Product description 5
Detergent dispenser drawer 6
Control panel 6
Table of symbol 7
Display 7
Indicator pilot lights (10) 8
Personalization 8
Acoustic signals 8
Child safety lock 8
Daily use 9
Load the laundry 9
Measure out the detergent and the fabric
softener 9
Select the required programme by means of
programme selector dial (1) 10
Select the desired TEMPERATURE (Button 2)
10
Select the SPIN speed or the RINSE HOLD
option (Button 3) 11
Programme option buttons 11
Select the STAIN option (Button 4) 11
Select the SENSITIVE option (Button 5)
11
Select the TIME SAVING option (Button 6)
11
Select the START/PAUSE (Button 8) 12
Select the DELAY START (Button 9) 12
Select an additional rinse 12
Altering an option or a running programme
13
Interrupting a programme 13
Cancelling a programme 13
Opening the door after the programme has
started 13
At the end of the programme 13
Helpful hints and tips 14
Sorting out the laundry 14
Before loading the laundry 14
Removing stains 14
Detergents and additives 15
Quantity of detergent to be used 15
Degrees of water hardness 15
Washing programmes 16
Care and cleaning 18
Descaling 19
After each wash 19
Maintenance wash 19
External cleaning 19
Detergent dispenser drawer 19
Washing drum 20
Door seal 20
Drain pump 20
Cleaning the water inlet filters 22
Emergency emptying out 23
Frost precautions 23
What to do if… 24
Technical data 27
Consumption values 27
Installation instructions 27
Installation 27
Unpacking 27
Positioning and levelling 30
Water inlet 30
Water-stop device 31
Water drainage 32
In the interest of the environment 33
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Electrical connection 33
Environment concerns 34
Packaging materials 34
Ecological hints 34
Subject to change without notice
Operating instructions
Safety information
Read carefully & keep for future reference.
• The safety of Your appliance complies with the industry standards and with legal re-
quirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty
to provide the following safety notes.
• It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for
future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should
you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with
the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the
appliance and the relevant warnings.
• You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
• Before first starting up, check the appliance for any damage incurred during transport.
Never connect up a damaged appliance . If parts are damaged, contact your supplier.
• If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus temperatures.
Store it at room temperature for 24 hours before using for the first time.
General safety
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.
• During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do not touch
it!
• Make sure that small pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please check into
the drum before using.
• Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp
material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine.
• Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to the fabric
can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations of quantities.
• Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case
as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum.
• Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without
hems or torn material.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, cleaning and
maintenance.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs
carried out by inexperienced people may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact
your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.
Safety information 3
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Installation
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
• When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it
and contact the Service Centre.
• All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can occur to
the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section in the user
manual.
• After having installed the appliance, check that it is not standing on the inlet and drain
hose and the worktop is not pressing the electrical supply cable against the wall.
• If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air
to circulate freely under the appliance.
• Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after
the installation.
• If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the “dangers of
freezing” chapter.
• Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified
plumber or competent person.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified
electrician or competent person.
Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than
those for which it was designed.
• Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on
each garment label.
• Do not overload the appliance. See the Washing Programme Table.
• Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened.
Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass
before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.
• Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be
machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken to ensure that
the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in the machine.
• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold
of the plug itself.
• Never use the appliance if the power supply cable, the control panel, the working surface
or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washing machine is accessible.
Child Safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by person(including children) with reduced physical
sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible
for their safety.
• The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children
- danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children's reach.
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.
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• Make sure that children or pets do not climb
into the drum. To prevent children or pets
becoming trapped inside the drum the ma-
chine incorporates a special feature. To ac-
tivate this device, rotate the button (without
pressing it) inside the door clockwise until
the groove is horizontal. If necessary use a
coin. To disable this device and restore the
possibility of closing the door, rotate the
button anticlockwise until the groove is ver-
tical.
Product description
Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with
low water, energy and detergent consumption.
The ECO VALVE system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so
saving energy.
1
6
3
4
5
2
1Detergent dispenser drawer
2Control panel
3Door opening handle
4Rating plate
Product description 5

5Drain pump
6Adjustable feet
Detergent dispenser drawer
Compartment for detergent used for pre-
wash . The prewash detergent is added at the be-
ginning of the wash programme.
Compartment for powder or liquid detergent
used for main wash .
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric soft-
ener, starch).
Compartment for stain remover used for main
wash with STAIN-option .
Control panel
Henceforth the programme selector dial, the buttons and the display will be indicated with
the numbers given in this table.
1 2 3 4 5 6 87 9 10
1Programme selector dial
2TEMPERATURE button
3SPIN button
4STAIN button
5SENSITIVE button
6TIME SAVING button
7Display
6Control panel

8START/PAUSE button
9DELAY START button
10 Indicator pilot lights
Table of symbol
= Handwash = Rinse Hold
= Cold = Child Lock
Display
7.2
7.3
7.1
Duration of selected programme (7.1) :
Duration of selected programme: After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed
in hours and minutes (for example 2.05 ). The duration is calculated automatically on the
basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has
started, the time remaining is updated every minute.
Alarm codes
In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example
(see chapter «What to do if...»).
End of programme
When the programme has finished a blinking zero is displayed, the DOOR pilot light
( 10.2 ), the WASHING pilot light ( 10.1 ) and the pilot light of button 8go out. The door
can be opened.
Incorrect option selection
If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message
Err is displayed for a few seconds and the yellow pilot light of button 8light starts blinking.
Delay Start (7.2)
The selected delay (20 hours max) set by means of the relevant button appears on the
display for a few seconds, then the duration of the previously selected programme is dis-
played. The symbol 7.2 will appear on the display. The delay time value decreases by one
unit every hour. When only 1 hour remains, the time decreases every minute.
Display 7

Child safety lock (7.3)
Indicator pilot lights (10)
After having pressed the button 8, the WASHING
pilot light ( 10.1 ) comes on.
When the pilot light 10.1 comes on this means
that the machine is operating.
The DOOR pilot light ( 10.2 ) indicates if the door
can be opened:
• light on: the door cannot be opened
• light blinking: the door is opening
• light off: the door can be opened
When the appliance is performing additional rin-
ses the EXTRA RINSE pilot light ( 10.3 ) comes on.
To add an additional rinse, please see chapter «Se-
lect an additional rinse».
Personalization
Acoustic signals
The machine is provided with an acoustic device, which sounds in the following cases:
• at the end of the cycle
• in the event of operating problems.
By pressing the 3and 4buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is
deactivated (except for the events of operating problems). By pressing these 2 buttons
again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.
Child safety lock
This device permits you to leave the appliance unsupervised and not to worry that children
might be injured by or cause damage to the appliance.
This function remains able also when the washing machine is not working.
There are two different ways to set this option:
•Before pressing button 8: it will be impossible to start the machine.
•after pressing button 8: it will be impossible to change any other programme or option.
To enable or disable this option press simultaneously for about 6 seconds buttons 4and
5until the symbol 7.3 appears or disappears on or from the display.
8Indicator pilot lights (10)

Daily use
Load the laundry
1. Open the door by carefully pulling the
door handle outwards. Place the laundry
in the drum, one item at a time, shaking
them out as much as possible.
2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a
click during closing.
WARNING!
Do not embed the laundry between the door
and the rubber joint.
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener
Your new appliance was designed to reduce water, energy and detergent consumption.
1. Pull out the dispenser drawer until it
stops. Measure out the amount of deter-
gent required, pour it into the main wash
compartment and, if you wish to carry
out the prewash phase, pour the deter-
gent into the compartment marked .
If you wish to perform the stain function,
pour the stain remover into the compart-
ment marked with an arrow.
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2. If required, pour fabric softener into the
compartment marked (the amount
used must not exceed the MAX mark in
the drawer).
Close the drawer gently.
Select the required programme by means of programme selector dial (1)
You can choose the right programme for any type of laundry following the descriptions on
the washing programme tables (see «Washing Programmes»).
Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The programme selector
determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses)
and the washing temperature according to the type of laundry.
The pilot light of button 8starts blinking.
The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position to Reset
programme/ Switching OFF of the machine.
At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position , to
switch the machine off.
If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is work-
ing, the yellow pilot light of button 8will blink 3 times and the message Err is displayed
on the display to indicate a wrong selection. The machine will not perform the new selected
programme.
Select the desired TEMPERATURE (Button 2)
When selecting a programme, the appliance automatically proposes the default tempera-
ture provided for that programme.
Press this button repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature, if you want your
laundry to be washed at a temperature different from the one proposed by the washing
machine.
By selecting position (Cold) the machine will wash with cold water. To be used for
extremely delicate items, such as curtains.
For the maximum and the minimum available wash water temperature, see «Washing pro-
grammes».
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Select the SPIN speed or the RINSE HOLD option (Button 3)
When the required programme has been selected, your appliance automatically proposes
the maximum spin speed provided for that programme.
Press the button 3repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be
spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine.
The relevant light will light up.
RINSE HOLD : by selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied out to
prevent the fabrics from creasing. When the programme has finished the display shows a
blinking , the pilot light 10.2 goes on, the pilot light of button 8is off and the door is
blocked to indicate that the water must be emptied out.
To empty the water out please read chapter «At the end of the programme».
Programme option buttons
Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected
after choosing the desired programme and before pressing the button 8.
When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are
pressed again, the pilot lights go out.
If an incorrect option is selected, the in yellow pilot light of the button 8blinks for 3 times
and the Err message appears on the display for some seconds.
For the compatibility among the washing programmes and the options see chapter «Wash-
ing Programmes».
Select the STAIN option (Button 4)
Select this option to treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended
main wash with time optimized stain action phase). The relevant light will light up.
This option is not available with a temperature lower than 40°C.
If you wish to perform a programme with the stain option, pour stain remover into the
appropriate compartment .
Select the SENSITIVE option (Button 5)
By selecting this option the washing intensity will be reduced. The machine adds one rinse
in the programmes for COTTONS, 40°-60° MIX, SYNTHETIC and ECONOMY.
This option is not available with Extra Rinse option.
This option is recommended for non fast coloured items and for frequently washed items.
Select the TIME SAVING option (Button 6)
This option allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed by the appli-
ance.
By pressing this button you can select the following options:
DAILY: by pressing button 6once, the relative pilot light comes on and the washing duration
will be reduced to wash daily soiled laundry.
SUPER QUICK: by pressing button 6twice, the relative pilot light remains lit, the washing
duration will be reduced to wash lightly soiled laundry or items that have been used or
worn for a short time. On the display will be visualized the decreased washing time.
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Select the START/PAUSE (Button 8)
To start the selected programme, press the button 8, the corresponding red pilot light stops
blinking.
The pilot light 10.1 is on to indicate that the appliance starts operating.
The pilot light 10.2 is on to indicate the door is locked.
To interrupt a programme which is running, press the button 8: the corresponding red
pilot light starts blinking.
To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button 8
again. If you have chosen a delayed start with button 9, the machine will begin the count-
down. If an incorrect option is selected, the yellow pilot light of the button 8blinks for 3
times the message Err is displayed for about 2 seconds.
Select the DELAY START (Button 9)
Before you start the programme , if you wish to delay the start, press the button re-
peatedly, to select the desired delay.
The selected delay time value (up to 20 hours) will appear on the display for about 3 seconds,
then the duration of the programme will appear again.
You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you press the
button 8.
The wash programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by
1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button.
If you wish to add laundry in the machine during the delay time you will press button 8to
put the machine in pause. Add the laundry, close the door and press button 8again.
Selecting the delayed start.
• Select the programme and the required options.
• Select the delay start.
•Press button 8: the appliance starts its hourly countdown. The programme will start
after the selected delay has expired.
Cancelling the delayed start
•Set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the button 8;
•Press button 9once until the symbol ’ is displayed;
•Press the button 8again to start the programme.
• The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing programme again.
• The door will be locked throughout the delay time. If you need to open the door, you
must first set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the button 8. After you have
closed the door, press the button 8again.
The button 9can not be selected with DRAIN programme.
Select an additional rinse
This appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people with a very delicate skin
(allergic to detergents) it may be necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of
water (extra rinse).
Press simultaneously buttons 2and 3for some seconds: the pilot light 10.3 comes on. This
function stays permanently on. To remove it press the same buttons again until the pilot
light 10.3 goes off.
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Altering an option or a running programme
It is possible to change any option before the programme carries it out. Before you make
any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the button 8.
Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it . Turn the programme
selector dial to and then to the new programme position. Start the new programme by
pressing the 8button again. The washing water in the tub will not emptied out.
Interrupting a programme
Press the button 8to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding light
starts blinking. Press the button again to restart the programme.
Cancelling a programme
Turn the selector dial to to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select
a new programme.
Opening the door after the programme has started
First set the machine to pause by pressing the button 8 . If the pilot light 10.2 blinks and
after a few minutes goes off, the door can be opened.
If the door remains locked - the pilot light 10.2 is on, this means that the machine is already
heating or that the water level is too high. In this case the door can not be opened. If you
cannot open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the machine off by turning
the selector dial to . After some minutes the door can be opened (pay attention to the
water level and temperature !) .
After closing the door, it is necessary to select the programme and options again and to
press button 8 .
At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically, the pilot light of button 8, the pilot lights 10.1 and
10.2 go off and a blinking will appear on the display.
If a programme or an option that ends with water still in the tub has been selected, the
pilot light 10.2 illuminates, a blinking will appear on the display, the pilot light of button
8goes off and the door remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out
before opening the door.
Follow the below instructions to empty out the water:
• Turn the programme selector dial to
• Select the DRAIN or SPIN programme
• Reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the relevant button
•Press button 8
• When the programme has finished the display shows a blinking . The pilot light
10.2 goes off and the door can be opened.
Turn the programme selector dial to to switch the machine off. Remove the laundry
from the drum and carefully check that the drum is empty. If you do not intend to carry
out another wash, close the water tap. Leave the door open to prevent the formation of
mildew and unpleasant smells.
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Stand by : once the programme has finished after a few minutes the energy saving system
will be enabled. The brightness of the display is reduced. By pressing any button the ap-
pliance will come out of the energy saving status.
Helpful hints and tips
Sorting out the laundry
Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing
instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens.
Before loading the laundry
Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their «whiteness» in the wash.
New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately
the first time.
Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes.
Remove persistent stains before washing.
Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.
Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable
to treat them prior to washing.
Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a
special detergent then rub in the soap and water.
Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and
dab the stain; treat several times.
Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab
the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth.
Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be careful
with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been
damaged and the fabric tends to hole.
Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only).
Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only).
Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone
1)
, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab
the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat
any residual marks with bleach.
Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse.
Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone
1)
, then with acetic
acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with
detergent paste.
1) do not use acetone on artificial silk
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Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quan-
tities to avoid waste and protect the environment.
Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can up-
set the delicate balance of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.),
the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling.
All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance:
• powder detergents for all types of fabric
• powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens
• liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C max) for all
types of fabric, or special for woollens only.
The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the
dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme.
If using liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected.
Your appliance incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the
concentrated detergent.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not
exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer .
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of
soiling and hardness of the water used.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
• you are washing a small load
• the laundry is lightly soiled
• large amounts of foam form during washing.
Degrees of water hardness
Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness. Information on hardness of
the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from
your local authority. If the water hardness degree is medium or high we suggest you to
add a water softener following always the manufacturer’s instructions. When the degree
of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent.
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Washing programmes
Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
Options Detergent Com-
partment
COTTONS/LINEN
95° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum speed
Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg
White and coloured cotton (normally soiled items).
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
STAIN
1)
SENSITIVE
TIME SAVING
2)
EXTRA RINSE
COTTONS WITH PREWASH
95° - Cold
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the
maximum speed
Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg
White or coloured cottons with prewash phase
(heavily soiled items).
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
STAIN
1)
SENSITIVE
TIME SAVING
2)
EXTRA RINSE
3)
40 -60 MIX
40°
Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum sped
Max. load 6 kg
White and coloured cotton This programme can be
used for laundry, which should be washed at 40°C or
60°C separately. The maximum load capacity can be
put into the drum in order to save energy and water.
The same good washing result will be obtained as for
normal programme at 60°C.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
STAIN
SENSITIVE
EXTRA RINSE
JEANS
60° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at 1200 rpm
Max. load 3 kg
Special programme for jeans, denim items. The Extra
Rinse option will be activated automatically.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
SYNTHETICS
60° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1.5 kg
Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured
garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
STAIN
1)
SENSITIVE
TIME SAVING
2)
EXTRA RINSE
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Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
Options Detergent Com-
partment
SYNTHETICS WITH PREWASH
60°- Cold
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200
rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Red. load 1.5 kg
Synthetic or mixed fabrics with prewash phase:
heavily soiled items. underwear, coloured garments,
non-shrink shirts, blouses.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
STAIN
1)
SENSITIVE
TIME SAVING
2)
EXTRA RINSE
3)
EASY IRON PLUS
60° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm
Max. load 1 kg
Synthetic fabrics to be gentle washed and spun.
Selecting this programme the laundry is gently wash-
ed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing
is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform ad-
ditional rinses.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
EXTRA RINSE
DELICATES
40° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1.5 kg
Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
STAIN
1)
TIME SAVING
2)
EXTRA RINSE
WOOL PLUS / HANDWASH
40° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm
Wool / Handwash: Max. load 2 kg
Washing programme for machine washable wool as
well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fab-
rics. Note : A single or bulky item may cause imbal-
ance. If the appliance doesn’t perform the final spin
phase, add more items, redistribute the load manually
and then select the spinning programme.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
DELICATE RINSES
Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin
cotton garments which have been washed by hand.
The machine performs some rinses, followed by a final
spin. The spin speed can be reduced by pressing the
relevant button.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
EXTRA RINSE
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Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
Options Detergent Com-
partment
DRAIN
Draining of water
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in pro-
grammes with the option selected, that ends with
water left in the tub.
SPIN
Drain and long spin at the maximum speed
Max. load 6 kg
Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and
after programmes with the option selected, that ends
with water left in the tub. Before selecting this pro-
gramme the selector dial must be turned to . You
can choose the spin speed by pressing the relevant
button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.
SPIN REDUCTION
REFRESH
30°
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm
Max. load 3 kg
This programme may be used for quick wash for sport
items, or cotton and synthetic items lightly soiled or
worn once.
SPIN REDUCTION
ECONOMY
60°
Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum speed
Max. load 6 kg
White and fast coloured cotton .
This programme can be selected for slightly or nor-
mally soiled cotton items. The temperature will de-
crease and the washing time will be extended. This
allows to obtain a good washing efficiency so saving
energy.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
STAIN
SENSITIVE
EXTRA RINSE
/OFF
For cancelling the programme which is running or to
switch the machine off .
1) STAIN option can be selected only at the temperature of 40°C or higher.
2) If you select the SUPER QUICK option by pressing button 6, we recommend that you reduce the maximum
load as indicated. Full loading is possible however with somewhat reduced cleaning results.
3) If using liquid detergents, a programme without PREWASH must be selected.
Care and cleaning
You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out
any cleaning or maintenance work.
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Descaling
The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water
softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and ac-
cording to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the
formation of lime deposits.
After each wash
Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming
inside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the door
seal.
Maintenance wash
With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues inside
the drum.
We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis.
To run a maintenance wash:
• The drum should be empty of laundry.
• Select the hottest cotton wash programme.
• Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder with biological properties.
External cleaning
Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thor-
oughly.
Do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the cabinet.
Detergent dispenser drawer
The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly.
1. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling it firmly.
2. Remove the conditioner insert from the
middle compartment.
3. Clean all parts with water.
4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it
will go, so that it is firmly in place.
5. Clean all parts of the washing machine,
especially the nozzles in the top of the
washing-in chamber, with a brush.
6. Insert the detergent dispenser drawer in
the guide rails and push it in.
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Washing drum
Rust deposits in the drum may occur due to rusting foreign bodies in the washing or tap
water containing iron.
Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling agents, scouring agents containing chlorine
or iron or steel wool.
1. Remove any rust deposits on the drum with a cleaning agent for stainless steel.
2. Run a washing cycle without any washing to clean off any cleaning agent residues.
Programme: Short Cotton Programme at maximum temperature and add approx. 1/4
measuring cup of detergent.
Door seal
Check from time to time the door seal and elimi-
nate eventual possible objects that could be trap-
ped in the fold.
Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if:
• the machine does not empty and/or spin
• the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins,
coins etc. blocking the pump.
Proceed as follows:
1. Disconnect the appliance.
2. If necessary wait until the water has cooled down.
3. Open the pump door.
4. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage.
5. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap
cover.
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