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132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 2 2 Dear Customer Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. With this appliance you will experience the perfect combination of functional design and cutting edge technology. Convince yourself that our appliances are engineered to deliver the best performance and control - indeed we are setting the highest standards of excellence. In addition to this you find environmental and energy saving aspects as an integral part of our products.
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132961151.qxd 6 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 6 Safety information Instruction for the user Safety information Prior to using for the first time ● ● ● ● The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 7 Safety information ● ● ● 7 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, clean and maintenance. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.
132961151.qxd 8 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 8 Safety information ● ● ● 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.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 9 Product description 9 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 2 3 Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door opening handle 4 5 6 Rating plate Drain pump Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent used for prewash.
132961151.qxd 10 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 10 Control panel Control panel Henceforth the programme selector dial, the buttons and the display will be indicated with the numbers given in this table. 1 2 1 Programme selector dial 2 SPIN button PREWASH button STAIN button TIME SAVING button Display START/PAUSE button Indicator pilot lights: 3 4 5 6 7 8 3 4 5 8.1 Washing 8.2 Door 8.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 11 Use 11 Display (6) 6.2 6.1 6.1 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.
132961151.qxd 12 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 12 Use When the appliance is performing additional rinses the EXTRA RINSE pilot light (8.3) comes on. To add an additional rinse, please see chapter «Select an additional rinse». First Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum. Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve.
2961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 13 Use 13 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. Attention! 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.
132961151.qxd 14 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 14 Use 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 7 starts blinking and the display shows the duration of the selected programme. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position O to Reset programme/Switching OFF the machine.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 15 Use 15 For the compatibility among the washing programmes and the options see chapter «Washing Porgrammes». Select the PREWASH option (Button 3) Select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed at 30°C before the main wash. The Prewash ends with a short spin in programmes for cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the programmes for delicate fabrics the water is only drained. The relevant light will light up.
132961151.qxd 16 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 16 Use 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 the buttons 2 and 3 some seconds: the pilot light 8.3 comes on. This function stays permanently on. To remove it press the same buttons again until the pilot light 8.3 goes off.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 17 Use 17 At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically, the pilot light of button 7, pilot lights 8.1 and 8.2 go out and a blinking 0 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 8.
132961151.qxd 18 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 18 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature COTTONS (ALGODÓN) 95°-60° Type of laundry Main wash Rinses Long spin Max. load kg 7 ** Red. load kg 3.5 White and Coloured cotton SPIN REDUCTION, RINSE HOLD, PREWASH, STAIN*, TIME SAVING**, EXTRA RINSE Main wash Rinses Long spin Max. load kg 7 ** Red. load kg 3.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 19 Washing programmes 19 Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature RINSES (ACLARADO) DRAIN (DESCARGA) SPIN (CENTRIFUGAR) REFRESH Type of laundry Separate rinse cycle for cotton hand washed items Options SPIN REDUCTION, RINSE HOLD, EXTRA RINSE For emptying out the last rinse water in programmes with the Rinse Hold option Separate spin for cotton items Description of programme Rinses Long spin Max. load kg 7 Draining of water Max.
132961151.qxd 20 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 20 Programme information Programme information EASY IRON Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional rinses. WOOL PLUS HANDWASH Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the “hand washing” care symbol .
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 21 Preparing the wash cycle 21 Preparing the wash cycle 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. Temperatures 95° or 90° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...). 60°/50° for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas.
132961151.qxd 22 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 22 Preparing the wash cycle Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full; Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 23 Preparing the wash cycle 23 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.
132961151.qxd 24 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 24 Preparing the wash cycle 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.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 25 Care and cleaning 25 Care and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. 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 according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.
132961151.qxd 26 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 26 Care and cleaning 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. Clean all parts with water. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. 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.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 27 Care and cleaning 27 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.
132961151.qxd 28 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 28 Care and cleaning 8. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. 9. Screw the pump fully in. 10. Close the pump door. Warning! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 29 Care and cleaning 29 7. replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; 8. screw the pump again and close the door. Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. 2. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out.
132961151.qxd 30 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 30 What to do if... What to do if... Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 31 What to do if... Problem The machine fills then empties immediately: The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: 31 Possible cause/Solution The end of the drain hose is too low. • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» section. The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20 • Check the drain hose connection. The drain filter is clogged. E20 • Clean the drain filter.
132961151.qxd 32 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 32 What to do if... Problem The door will not open: Cause possible/Solution The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. • Wait until the pilot light 8.2 has gone off. There is water in the drum. • Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water. The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. • Check the correct installation of the appliance.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 33 What to do if... 33 Mo Pro d. ..... d. No ..... . ..... If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will require this information. ..... . Se r. No .... . ..... Mod. .......... Prod. No. ........... P0042 BD Ser. No. .........
132961151.qxd 34 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 34 Consumption value Consumption value Water consumption (litres) Energy consumption Programme duration (KWh) (in hours and minutes) White Cottons 95° 65 2.1 Cottons 60° 60 1.4 (*)Cotton ECO 60° 49 1.19 Cottons 40° 60 0.77 Synthetics 60° 57 1.05 Delicates 40° 63 0.6 Wool/ Handwash 40° 55 0.4 For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the control panel.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 35 Installation Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom. HEC0008 2.
132961151.qxd 36 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 36 Installation 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers. 5. Open the porthole and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. HEC0010 6. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet. All the different plug caps are supplied with the appliance in the plastic bag containing the instruction booklet.
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 37 Installation 37 The water inlet hose and the drain hose must not be kinked. Please ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown. Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. Water inlet The inlet hose is already screwed on the back of the appliance.
132961151.qxd 38 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 38 Installation P1118 The drain hose must not be kinked. Important! The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. Electrical connection Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door and in the chapter «Technical Data».
132961151.qxd 28/10/2008 12.02 Pagina 39 Installation 39 Enviroment concerns Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance.
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