AEG OKO-LAVAMAT 2550 User manual

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ÖKO_LAVAMAT 2550
The automatic washing machine which
takes care of the environment
Instructions for use

2Printed on biodegradable paper
He who believes in ecology, acts accordingly

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Contents
Safety instructions
Before using your machine for the first time 4
Safety Instructions for the user 4/5
The ÖKO-system 6
The packing 6
For the sake of the environment ...
Öko-Tips for economical washing 7
Description of the machine
Equipment 8/9
The compartment for detergent and additives 10
Summary of instructions for use 11
Before the wash
Sorting the wash 12
Pre-wash treatment 13
Particular care for certain fabrics 13
Machine loads 13
Opening the automatic washing machine 14
Loading the machine 14
Detergent
Choosing a detergent 15
Quantity of detergent 16
Adding the detergent 17
Programme selection
Programme selector/Temperature selector 18
Programme indicator 19
Push buttons 19/20
End of programme 21
List of programmes 22/23
Consumption and times 24
Maintenance and care of the machine 25/26
What to do if ... 27/28
Customer Service 29
Technical data 30

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Safety instructions
- Follow the installation and connection instructions
- Do not connect a damaged machine (e.g. damaged
during transport)
- Small quantities of water in the detergent/additive
compartment are due to factory tests
- Toremoveresiduefrommanufacturinginthewashdrum
anddispensercompartment,awashprogrammewithout
clothesshouldbecarriedout-e.g.colourwash60°Cwith
a 1/2 measuring beaker of detergent.
ThesafetyofAEGelectricalappliancesisinconformitywith
recognized technical standards and current legislation.
Nevertheless, we feel obliged to point out to you and other
possible users the following :
- Ensure before switching on the machine that the nominal
voltageandcurrenttypeindicated onthe manufacturer’s
plate correspond with the voltage and current type where
themachineistobeused. Thenecessaryfuseprotection
should also be read off the rating plate.
- IfyourÖKO-LAVAMATisinaroomsubjecttotemperatures
below freezing, the water must be removed from the
machine should the danger of freezing be expected.
- Before cleaning, care and maintenance, ensure that the
machine is switched off. You are completely safe if you
removetheplugfromthepower-point,or,inthecaseofa
fixed installation, when the circuit breaker is open or the
cartridge-fuseiscompletelyremoved(seeinstallationand
connection instructions).
- Never spray the machine with a jet of water.
- Neverpulltheplugoutbypullingonthecord,butratheron
the plug itself.
Before using
yourmachinefor
the first time
Safety instruc-
tionsfortheuser

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- Do not switch the machine on if
the electrical cord is damaged, or
if the machine shows signs of damage to the
control panel, the work surface or the base
- Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried
outbyqualifiedpersonnel. Incorrectrepairscanresult
in considerable danger for the user. Please only
contact our factory customer service or a repair
workshop approved by us. Only original AEG spare
parts fulfil all requirements.
- Do not allow children to play with the machine, and
keep domestic animals away from it.
- When disposing of the machine in a proper manner,
destroy the door locks and cut off the power supply
cord.
- Ifthemachineisimproperlyusedorincorrectlyoperated,
noresponsibilitycanbeacceptedforpossibledamage.
- Securelyattachthedischargehosetoavoidtheriskof
scalding and overflow.
- In case of breakdown, close the water tap and
disconnect the machine from the power supply. The
machineisdisconnectedwhenthe plug is removed or
the circuit-breaker(s) is (are) opened.
- Keep packing parts away from small children. The
plastic sheeting is particularly dangerous.
- If you are washing pre-cleaned garments, flammable
cleaning spirits must be completely evaporated.
- Do not use the machine for dry cleaning.
- If the machine is not connected to the potable water
supply, but to a rainwater or similar supply, please
observe the corresponding instructions.
- This machine complies with EC radio disturbance
requirements 87/308/EC, EN 55014, DIN VDE 0875
part 1 and EN 55 011 - DIN VDE 0875 part 11 as well
as the standard concerning effects on power supplies
EN 60 555 parts 1-3 - DIN VDE 0838 parts 1-3.

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The ÖKO-system
Your new ÖKO LAVAMAT from the AEG ÖKO System
fulfils all current and future requirements of modern wash
care and enables an individual and multiple choice of
programmes.
The most economical use of water, power and detergent
contributes to environmental relief and ensures the best
economy.
Through the uniflow system, the detergent is continuously
circulated. Thesystemenablesa100%useofthedetergent
with every programme and all wash temperatures. This
increases the cleaning effect and helps to save detergent,
compared with other machines without such a system.
Theribsinthewashdrumcontinuouslycarrythewatertothe
top. This ensures an intense and balanced soaking of the
wash.
The automatic water level control matches water
consumption to the quantity of the wash and type of fabric.
All materials used are biodegradable. They can be
disposed of without danger or burnt in rubbish
incinerators.
Noteonthematerials: theplasticscanbeusedagainand
aremarkedasfollows:>PE<forpolyethylene,e.g.theouter
covering and the bags on the inside. >PS< for polystyrol
foam,e.g.the padding, totallyfreefrom FCKW. The carton
is made from used paper and should be deposited in the
used paper collection.
The uniflow
system
Ribs
Automatic
water level
control
Packing

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For the sake of the environment ...
Theseinstructionswillhelpyoutoactinanenvironmentally
conscious manner :
For normally soiled washes, programmes without pre-
wash are provided. Compared to a programme with
pre-wash, you save on water and detergent.
Only use detergent with bleach additive if the wash is
soiledwithspotswhichcanbebleached. Bleachesare
particularly effective at high temperatures.
Consumption of the machine is most favourable when
it is full.
For light to normally soiled washes, the saving
programmeisoftensufficient;ituseslowertemperatures
which are maintained for longer periods.
Spots and stains can be removed by appropriate pre-
treatment. This saves a programme for heavily soiled
clothes.
Use the detergent exactly as advised by the manufac-
turer. Too much "wates" your money and is bad for
the environment. Follow the instructions for lightly
soiled garments.
Savingsondetergentandfortheenvironmentmayalso
be achieved if with medium to hard water you add
sufficient detergent for soft water and then add
separately a softener. This relieves our waters of a
certain amount of chemicals.
Use fabric softener only when necessary, e.g. with
synthetic mixed fabrics, to avoid static charging. If you
use a dryer, your wash will be soft and fluffy even
without fabric softener.
ÖKO tips for
economic
washing

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Machine description
A Control Panel
B Programme selector with programme indicator
C Temperature selector
D Pilot light
E INTENSIVE button
F Spin speed reduction button 850/700 rpm.
Equipment
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AB C
EF

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A
B
C
D
E
A Control Panel
B Lid
C Handle for opening lid
D Trap door for lint filter
E Lever for castors
Equipment

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The
compartment
for detergent
and additives
F Compartment for Softener or pre-wash detergent
G Detergent compartment for main wash
H Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener,
fabric conditioner, starch)
G
H
F

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Summary of instructions for use
Prepare the wash
Sort, pre-wash treatment
Choose the programme
Set the programme selector to the required
programme.
If required, press additional buttons
Open the lid
Place the laundry in the drum
Add detergent
Close the lid
Turn the temperature selector
Choose and select the temperature and the cycle
starts.
At the end of the programme
After 2 minutes of waiting time, open the lid.
Remove the washing

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Before the wash
Check that the fabrics are machine washable. This
information is provided by the usual international
washing symbols :
High temperature wash
Coloured wash
Synthetics
Delicate fabrics
Wool
Sort the wash according to type, degree of soiling and
temperature.
Woollen items with only the Wool symbol are not
suitableformachinewashing. Towashwoollenitems,
the additional note “does not mat” or “machine
washable” is necessary.
Theitemswiththefollowingsymbolsareunsuitablefor
machine washing :
Hand wash
Do not wash
Dry clean
Do not dry clean
Bleach possible
Do not bleach
Observe the recommendation “wash separately".
Sortthewashing

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Maximum load
New,darkcoloureditemsoftenhaveanexcessofdye.
During the wash, this can be transferred to lighter
coloured fabrics. It is better to wash such items
separately the first time.
Treat stains as soon as possible, while they are still
fresh, with water, soap or appropriate pre-wash
treatment (stain spray, pre-wash paste etc)
Empty Pockets
In particular, remove metallic objects (paper clips,
safety pins etc.)
Button pillow slips. Close zip fasteners, hooks and
eyelets. Tie loose belts and apron strings together.
Workedcolouredfabrics,woolandfabricswithattached
decorations should be turned inside-out.
Small and delicate objects (e.g. baby socks,
stockings) can be easily washed inside a small pillow-
case with a zip fastener or in larger socks.
Treat curtains with particular care
They can be damaged simply by open windows or on
being removed (so-called “runs”). Place small metal
rings or edged plastic rings in a net or bag.
We can in no case assume responsibility for damage.
Onlyspin-drycurtainsifitisapprovedbythemanufac-
turer.
High temperature/colour wash 4,5 kg
normally soiled
Synthetics and delicates 2,0 kg
Wool 1,0 kg
Short programme for high temperature/ 2,5 kg
colour wash
Short programme for synthetics 2,0 kg
Pre-wash
treatment
Care with
certain fabrics
Loading
(Maximum
quantity of dry
washing)

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Notice for Test Institutes :
FortestssimilartoIEC456(new)withstandardloadAthe
maximum load is 4,05 kg.
Whenever possible, wash with a full load as this ensures
maximum efficiency.
Do not overfill. This has a negative result on the washing
results.
Withsyntheticsarticlesparticularlypronetocreasing,you
should reduce the load.
Toopenthedrum,press the button on the drum lid, press
thedrumliddownandopenslowly. Loadthewashingand
then close the drum and washing machine lids.
Caution: before closing the appliance lid check that the
drum lid is properly closed.
Asfaraspossible,mixlargeandsmallarticlesinthewash.
This improves washing efficiency and makes for more
efficient distribution of the wash during spin drying.
Do not load folded washing.
Opening
the washing
machine
Loading

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Detergent
You may use all modern detergents suited to domestic
washing machines.
Theuseofthedetergentdependsonthetypeofwashand
the degree of soiling.
Soiling is differentiated according to :
Dirt, e.g. dust, soot, sweat, grease etc.
Bleachable stains, e.g. red wine, fruit, vegetables
etc.
Protein stains, e.g. blood, milk etc.
The different types of washing products are :
Washing powders containing bleach
Liquid detergents, not containing bleach
Colour and delicate detergents, not containing
bleach, often also not containing optical brighteners,
gentle on fabrics
Wool detergents, free of bleach and enzymes,
particularly gentle on wool fibres
Curtaindetergentswithlightproofopticalbrighteners
to avoid yellowing through the effect of sun light.
“Kit” detergents
Theseallowseparatedosingofbasicdetergent,water
softener and bleach and stain removers.
Water softeners for softening of the mains water
Bleach or stain removers, for localised use on
stained articles or as an additive when using bleach-
free detergents.
Pre-treatment for localized use on stains
Fabricsoftenerspreventelectrostaticchargebuildup
on synthetic fabrics and gives the wash a soft feel
Starch and fabric conditioners give body to the
fabrics and facilitate ironing
Dyesanddyeremoversmayonlybeusedifauthorized
by the manufacturers of these products
Choice of
detergent

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Thequantityofdetergentuseddependsonthesizeofthe
wash,thehardnessofthewaterandthedegreeofsoiling.
Follow the instructions on the detergent packet.
Your local water supply company can supply information
concerning the hardness of the water.
Water hardness
Degree dH mmol/L
I - soft below 8 below 1,4
II - medium hard 8 - 14 1,4 - 2,5
III - hard 15 - 21 2,6 - 3,7
IV - very hard over 21 over 3,7
Ifthedetergentmanufacturergivesnoquantityindications
for reduced loads, use half less for a half load, and for
small loads one third of the quantity for a full load.
Detergent
Quantities

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There are three compartments in the detergent and
additive dispenser.
Compartment 1 = softener for programmes
without pre-wash ; washing
powder and powder softener
for programmes with pre-wash
or soak.
Compartment 2 = washing powder for the main
wash ; for programmes with
pre-wash, also the softener.
Compartment 3 = Liquidadditives (fabricsoftener
and conditioner, starch)
Please note the following :
For programmes with pre-wash and addition of
detergentandsoftenerinthesamecompartment,first
add the detergent, then the softener.
If you prefer liquid detergent, please use the
measuring beakers supplied by detergent
manufacturers. Addthedetergentinaccordancewith
the manufacturer’s instructions.
When using liquid softener, follow the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Fill the additive compartment only up to the “MAXI”
level,otherwisetheadditivewillspilloverprematurely
and without any effect into the machine.
When using thick softener concentrate and starch, it
is recommended to top up the compartment to the
“MAXI” level with water.
If you wish to use starch in powder form, dissolve it
according to the maker’s recommendations and pour
thesolutionintothecompartment. Choosethe“fabric
softener” programme.
AddingDetergent
Adding powders
Adding
liquid detergent
Adding
liquid additives
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Choosing the wash programme
The wash programme is chosen with the programme
selector,thetemperatureadjustmentknobandthebuttons.
For normally soiled articles, choose a programme without
pre-wash. Fordirtyarticleschooseaprogrammewithpre-
wash or use the “intensive” button (refer to the button
description). For protein based stains (blood, cocoa), we
recommend a programme with pre-wash. For heavily
stainedarticles(fruit,vegetables,tea)presstheINTENSIVE
button.
The programme selector contains settings for main and
additional programmes (refer to the list of programmes).
The temperature selector can be infinitely varied to all
necessary temperatures. The setting of the temperature
starts the programme.
Programme
selector
Temperature
selector

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Duringtheprogramme,thedialoftheprogrammeselector
rotatesinstepsandindicateswhichpartoftheprogramme
is running.
By combining main and additional programmes with the
buttons, a programme for all needs can be obtained.
The programme
indicator
Push Buttons

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INTENSIVE
Spin speed
850/700 push
button
Thisfeatureincreasesthewash“efficiency”bylengthening
the wash time after the heating phase.
You may reduce spin speed with this button for all
programmes. If you do not press this button, spinning
takes place at maximum speed.