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132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 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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132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 5 Contents Care and cleaning Descaling After each wash Maintenance wash External cleaning Detergent dispenser drawer Washing drum Door seal Drain pump Water inlet filter Frost precautions Emergency emptying out 5 32 32 32 32 32 32 33 33 33 35 36 36 What to do if...
132967641 gb.qxd 6 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 6 Safety information Instruction booklet 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 7 Safety information 7 • 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 washer-dryer to wash and dry articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material. • Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance.
132967641 gb.qxd 8 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 8 Safety information • 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 9 Safety information 9 • Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach. • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this the machine incorporates 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 10 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 10 Product description 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 11 Control panel Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch). Control panel Henceforth the programme selector dial, the buttons and the display will be indicated with the numbers given in this table.
132967641 gb.qxd 12 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 12 Display Display (7) 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.
2967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 13 Display 13 7.2 Delay Start (7.2) The selected delay (20 hours max) set by means of the relevant button appears on the display for about 3 seconds, then the duration of the previously selected programme is displayed. 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. 7.3 Child safety lock (7.
132967641 gb.qxd 14 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 14 Use 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. Then run a cotton cycle at 90° or 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 15 Use 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 16 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 16 Use WASHING Select the required programme by turning the 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 17 Use 17 be selected after choosing the desired programme and before pressing 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 yellow pilot light of the button 8 flashes for 3 times and the Err message appears on the display for some seconds.
132967641 gb.qxd 18 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 18 Use To interrupt a programme which is running, press button 8: the corresponding red pilot light starts blinking. To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press button 8 again. If you have chosen a delayed start, the machine will begin the countdown. If an incorrect option is selected, the yellow pilot light of the button 8 blinks for 3 times the message Err is displayed for about 2 seconds.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 19 Use 19 the new programme by depressing button 8 again. The washing water in the tub will be not emptied out. Interrupting a programme Press button 8 to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding light starts blinking. Press this button again to restart the programme. Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to O to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select a new programme.
132967641 gb.qxd 20 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 20 Use DRYING only Do not exceed the following laundry loads: - 3 kg for linen and cottons - 2 kg for synthetics The water tap must be open and the drain hose must be positioned in the sink or connected to the drain pipe. Select the drying programme by turning the programme selector dial (1) Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme for Cottons or Synthetics in the Drying sector. The pilot light 10.2 illuminates.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 21 Use 21 At this point, begins an anti-crease phase which lasts for about 10 minutes. During this time the door is locked. Note! If you whish to open the door before or during the anti-crease phase or to interrupt it, press any button or turn the programme selector dial to any programme position (except «O»), the door can be immediately opened. Turn the selector dial to the «O» position to switch the machine off. Remove the laundry.
132967641 gb.qxd 22 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 22 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature WHITE COTTON (Koch-/ Buntwäsche Blanc Couleurs) Type of laundry Main wash, Rinses SPIN REDUCTION/ Long spin at maximum RINSE HOLD speed TIME SAVING(**), STAIN Max Load Kg 6 (*), EXTRA RINSE ** Red.
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132967641 gb.qxd 24 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 24 Washing programmes Programme information MIX 40-60 Special programme for white and coloured cotton suitable for different washing temperatures. This programme can be used for laundry, which should be washed at 40°C or 60°C separately. So, you can put into the drum the maximum load capacity in order to save energy and water. You will obtain the same good washing result as a normal programme at 60°C.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 25 Drying programmes 25 Drying programmes Degree of drying Extra dry Ideal for towelling materials Type of fabric Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc Store dry (*) Suitable for items to Synthetics and mixed fabrics (jumpers, blouses, put away without underwear, household ironing linen) Iron dry Suitable for ironing Max load Spin Speed Drying time in mins 3 kg 1400 90-100 1.
132967641 gb.qxd 26 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 26 Preparing the wash cycle 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 27 Preparing the wash cycle 27 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 28 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 28 Preparing the wash cycle 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).
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 29 Preparing the wash cycle 29 Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. Follow the product manufacturers’ recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.
132967641 gb.qxd 30 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 30 Preparing the drying cycle Preparing the drying cycle As a dryer, the machine works on the condensation principle. Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose must drain water into a sink or into the drain pipe, even during the drying cycle. Maximum loads Cotton and linen 3 kg Synthetics 2 kg Attention! Before starting the drying programme, reduce the loads of washed laundry, in order to obtain good performances.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 31 Preparing the drying cycle 31 Drying symbols labels For drying, follow the indications given on the manufacturer’s labels: May be tumble dried Drying at high temperature Drying at reduced temperature Do not tumble dry.
132967641 gb.qxd 32 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 32 Care and cleaning 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 33 Care and cleaning 33 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 34 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 34 Care and cleaning 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. 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 35 Care and cleaning 35 7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 36 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 36 Care and cleaning 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. 3. Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency emptying hose after having put the cap on again.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 37 What to do if... 37 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 38 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 38 What to do if... Problem The machine fills then empties immediately: The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 39 What to do if... Problem 39 Cause possible/Solution The door will not open: The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. • Wait until «0» appears on the display. There is water in the drum. • Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water. The machine vibrates or is noisy: The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. • Check the correct installation of the appliance.
132967641 gb.qxd 40 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 40 What to do if... Problem Cause possible/Solution No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance. The display shows the alarm code EF0: Anti-flooding system has activated. • Disconnect the appliance and contact the Service Force Centre If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 41 Consumption value 41 Water consumption (lltres) Energy consumption (KWh) Programme duration (Minutes) White Cottons 95° 61 2.0 Cottons 60° 58 1.3 (*)Cotton ECOMONY 60° 46 1.2 Cottons 40° 58 0.7 Synthetics 60° 54 1.0 Delicates 40° 50 0.5 Wool ( Handwash) 30° 53 0.25 For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the control panel.
132967641 gb.qxd 42 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 42 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.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 43 Installation 43 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C. C HEC0003 C 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C. Slide out the relevant plastic spacer E. B D B E C HEC0023 C 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. HEC0010 7.
132967641 gb.qxd 44 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 44 Installation Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating. Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by HEC007S putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 45 Installation 45 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use.
132967641 gb.qxd 46 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 46 Installation P1118 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».
132967641 gb.qxd 08/08/2008 9.18 Pagina 47 Environment concerns 47 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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