LAVAMAT LB 3463 User manual Washing Machine
Contents 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.
Safety information Water drainage Electrical connection Environment concerns 34 35 35 Packaging materials Ecological hints 3 36 36 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 requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.
Safety information 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.
Product description 5 • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To prevent children or pets becoming trapped inside the drum the machine incorporates a special feature. To activate 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 vertical.
Control panel Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent used for prewash . The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash . Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch). Compartment for stain remover used for main wash with STAIN-option . Control panel Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the buttons and the pilot lights.
Table of Symbols = Rinse hold = Handwash = Cold = Child safety lock Display (7) 7.1 7.2 7.3 7.5 7.4 7.1 Child safety lock symbol 7.2 • 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.
• symbol on: the door cannot be opened. The appliance is running or the appliance has stopped with water left in the tub. • symbol off: the door can be opened. The washing programme is finished. Indicator pilot lights (10) If the OVERDOSAGE (ÜBERDOSIERT SURDOSAGE) pilot light 10.1 goes on at the end of the programme, it indicates that too much detergent has been used. When the appliance is performing additional rinses the EXTRA RINSE (EXTRASPÜLEN RINÇAGE PLUS) pilot light 10.2 illuminates.
Daily use 9 To enable or disable this option press simultaneously for about 6 seconds buttons 4 and 5 until the symbol 7.1 appears or disappears on or from the display. 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.
Daily use 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.
Daily use 11 Select the spin speed (SPIN Reduction) 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 this button repeatedly 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.
Daily use Select an additional rinse (EXTRA 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. Press simultaneously buttons 2 and 3 for some seconds: the pilot light 10.2 comes on. This function stays permanently on. To remove it press the same buttons again until the pilot light 10.2 goes off.
Daily use 13 Altering an option or a running programme It is possible to change some options before the programme carries them 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 and then to the new programme position. Start the new programme by selector dial to pressing the 8 button again. The washing water in the tub will not emptied out.
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 appliance will come out of the energy saving status. Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options KOCH-/BUNTWÄSCHE - BLANC COULEURS COTTON / LINEN 95° - Cold Main wash - Rinses - Long spin Max.
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options JEANS JEANS 60° - Cold Main wash - Rinses - Long spin Max. load 3,5 kg With this programme it is possible to wash items like pants, shirts or jackets in Jeans and also jersey realized with hi-tech materials (the Extra Rinse option will be activated automatically).
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry FEINSPÜLEN - RINÇAGES DELICATS DELICATE RINSES Rinses - Short spin Max. load 7 kg With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin garments which have been washed by hand. The machine performs some rinses, followed by a final spin. Options SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD EXTRA RINSE PUMPEN - VIDANGE DRAIN Draining of water Max.
Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options DESSOUS - LINGERIE (Handwash) LINGERIE 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Max. load 1 kg This programme is suitable for very delicate items, as lingerie, bras and underwear etc. SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD SEIDE - SOIE SILK 30° - Cold Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Max. load 1 kg Delicate washing programme suitable for silk and mixed synthetic items.
Helpful hints and tips Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options SCHNELL INTENSIV - INTENSIF QUICK INTENSIVE 60° - 40° Main wash - Rinses - Short spin Max. load 5 kg Quick washing programme, to be used for lightly soiled white/fast coloured cottons and mixed fabrics. SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD EXTRA RINSE ENERGIESPAREN - ECONOMIQUE COTTON ECONOMY 60° Main wash - Rinses - Long spin Max. load 7 kg White and fast coloured cotton .
Helpful hints and tips 19 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. Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins). Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes. Remove persistent stains before washing.
Helpful hints and tips Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only). Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone1), 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.
Care and cleaning Level Characteristic 3 4 21 Degrees of water hardness German °dH French °T.H. hard 15-21 26-37 very hard > 21 > 37 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.
Care and cleaning 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.
Care and cleaning 23 • 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. 5. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap cover. 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it.
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.
Care and cleaning 25 5. Unscrew the hose from the machine. Keep a rug nearby because some water may flow. 6. Clean the filter in the valve with a stiff brush or with the piece of cloth. 7. Screw the hose back to the machine and make sure the connection is tight. 8. Turn on the water tap. 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.
What to do if… is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty the bowl. Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out; 6. clean the pump if necessary as previously described; 7. replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; 8. screw the pump again and close the door. 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.
What to do if… Problem The machine does not fill: 27 Possible cause/Solution The water tap is closed. • Open the water tap. The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the inlet hose connection. The filter in the inlet hose or the inlet valve filter are blocked. • Clean the water inlet filters (see "Cleaning the water inlet filters" for more details). The door is not properly closed. • Close the door firmly. The end of the drain hose is too low.
What to do if… Problem Possible cause/Solution Unsatisfactory washing results: Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used. • Increase the detergent quantity or use another one. Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • Use commercial products to treat the stubborn stains. The correct temperature was not selected. • Check if you have selected the correct temperature. Excessive laundry load. • Reduce the laundry load.
Technical data Problem 29 Possible cause/Solution The machine makes an unusual noise: The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of the machine. No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance.
Consumption values Consumption values Programme Energy consumption (KWh) Water consumption (litres) White Cottons 95° 2.15 65 Cottons 60° 1.4 62 Cotton Energy Saving Programme 60° 1) 1.05 49 Cottons 40° 0.75 62 Synthetics 40° 0.6 53 Delicates 40° 0.6 63 Wool/ Handwash 30° 0.25 57 Programme duration (Minutes) For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the control panel.
Installation 2. Remove the power supply cable and the draining hose from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance. 3. Unscrew the three bolts using the key supplied with the machine. 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers.
Installation 5. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. 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. 7. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph «Water inlet». Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
Installation 33 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 An inlet hose is supplied and can be found inside the machine drum. This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply.
Installation Water-stop device The inlet hose is provided with a water stop device, which protects against damage caused by water leaks in the hose which could develop due to natural ageing of the hose. This fault is shown by a red sector in the window «A» . Should this occur, turn the water tap off and refer to your Service Centre to replace the hose. Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways: 1.
Electrical connection 35 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. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required, also taking into account any other appliances in use. WARNING! Connect the machine to an earthed socket.
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. Ecological hints To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips: • Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!).
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