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132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 2 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 3 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Contents Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Tips for environmental protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Main features of your washer-dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 4 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Contents Preparing the drying cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Garments not suitable for drying . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Drying symbols on garment labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 5 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Contents Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Service and Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-44 Guarantee Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 European Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 6 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Safety instructions Your safety is of paramount importance, please ensure you read this instruction book before installing or using this appliance. General safety • Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 7 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Safety instructions Child safety • This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance. • Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines. Please check the drum before use. • Keep all packaging well away from children. • Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 8 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Disposal 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. Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 9 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Main features of your washer-dryer • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 1200, 900, 700 or 400 rpm. • RINSE HOLD: the laundry is left immersed in the final rinse water to prevent creasing.
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132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 12 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Position 40°C Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Position COLD = cold wash START/PAUSE button This button has three functions: a) Start After having selected the required programme, press this button to start the machine. If you have selected the DELAYED START option, the machine starts its hourly countdown.
2999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 13 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance ELECTRONIC DRYING button STORE DRY IRON DRY This button enables you to choose the required degree of drying for cottons and synthetics: - Store dry - Iron dry (not for synthetics) The drying time is automatically adjusted by the machine: the laundry will be dried to the selected degree of dryness.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 14 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance The soak programme ends with a short spin in programmes for Cotton and Synthetics, and with emptying of the water without spinning for Delicates. PREWASH The machine performs a prewash cycle at 30°C max. The prewash cycle ends with a short spin in programmes for Cotton and Synthetics, and with emptying of the water without spinning for Delicates.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 15 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Display The display shows the following information: • Duration of the selected programme (in minutes), calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. • Selected drying time (max. 130 minutes for cotton, 100 minutes for synthetics). After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 16 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Cancelling a programme To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selector dial to the RESET O position. Warning! After a programme which ends with water in the drum (RINSE HOLD option), turn the selector dial first to O and then to the DRAIN programme. Altering a programme which is running To alter a programme, first set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 17 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewash or soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. It is emptied at the beginning of the wash cycle.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 18 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and care labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). • To prevent the laundry from getting damaged and forming bundles, it is advisable to close zips, button up pillowcases and quilt covers and tie up loose straps such as those of aprons.
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132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 20 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the wash cycle Delicates 40 30 Microfibres, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols require a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. 30 40 Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are particularly sensitive to machine washing. The WOOLLENS programme is suitable for this type of fabric.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 21 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives Which detergent?.... To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 22 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the wash cycle And in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is your own personal choice. TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 23 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) 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. Load Sort of laundry Linen and cottons Synthetics max. load (dry weight) 2.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 24 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the drying cycle Drying symbols on garment labels Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be machine dried.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 25 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash Max. load - cottons - synthetics and delicates - wool 5.5 kg 3 kg 2 kg Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as evenly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additive Pull the drawer out till it stops. Pour the main wash detergent into compartment .
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 26 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial to the desired position: the lights corresponding to the different phases making up the selected programme light up. The display shows the duration of the programme.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 27 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash 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 (extra rinse). The extra rinse is available only with the cotton, synthetics or delicate programme.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 28 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash Starting the programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Press START/PAUSE to start the programme. If the Delay Start option has been selected the START/PAUSE programme will start at the end of the countdown. If the door light beside the START/PAUSE button is red and flashing at the start of the programme it indicates that the door is open. Close the door and press the START/PAUSE button again.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 29 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. A zero appears on the display. An acoustic signal is clearly audible. The END light comes on in the programme progress display. If the OVERDOSAGE light comes on it indicates that too much detergent has been used. At the next wash carefully follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 30 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme) Warning! For NON-STOP programmes, it is also essential not to exceed the maximum load sizes of 2.75 kg for cotton and 2 kg for synthetics. Load the laundry. Add detergent and additive. Do not use a dosing device when carrying out automatic washing and drying programme. Select the wash programme. Select the required options by means of the relevant buttons.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 31 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Programme chart Wash programmes Wash Temp. programme Fabrics Additional functions Cotton and linen, for example normally soiled work White 95°-60° garments, sheets, Cottons household linen, underwear, towels. STAIN SOAK QUICK PREWASH EXTRA RINSE RINSE HOLD SPIN SPEED Cotton and linen, for example normally to lightly soiled sheets and household linen.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 32 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Programme chart Special programmes Consumption* DescripAdditional Max. Programme phases Energy Water Duration tion functions load kWh lt. min. This programme can 3 rinses with liquid EXTRA RINSE be used for additive. RINSE HOLD 5.5 kg 0.025 Rinses 48 20 rinsing hand Short spin. SPIN SPEED washed gar- (700 rpm max) ments. 16800 Hand washed 1 rinse with liquid / 16 27 RINSE HOLD garments to additive. Softeners 5.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 33 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Programme chart Timed Drying Degree of drying Drying time mins 1600 75-85 1400 80-90 1600 45-55 1400 50-60 2 kg 900 85-95 1 kg 900 50-60 1600 55-65 Max. load Cotton and linen (towels, T-shirts, bathrobes) 2.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 34 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a little to let it dry. Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate. If the machine is not used for a prolonged period: Close the water tap and unplug the appliance. Maintenance Wash With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues inside the drum.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 35 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Cleaning and maintenance To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment can be removed. Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit the drawer after cleaning. Door seal Regularly check to see, if there are deposits or foreign objects in the rubber seal behind the door and remove them.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 36 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Cleaning and maintenance Water inlet filter If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the hose from the tap. Clean the filter with a stiff brush. Screw the hose back onto the tap.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 37 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Something not working? If during the spin cycle the machine makes an unusual whistling noise, different from the noise made by traditional washing machines, this is due to a new type of motor. If water is not visible in the drum, this is due to the modern technology of new washing machines that use less water than traditional machines.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 38 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The water tap is closed (E10). Open the water tap. The water inlet hose is squashed or kinked (E10). The machine does not fill The machine fills then empties immediately Check the whole length of the hose and remove the kink. The small filter of the water Clean the filter. inlet hose is clogged (E10). The door is not properly closed (E40). Close the door.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 39 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Something not working? Problem The machine vibrates or is noisy The door will not open Possible cause Solution The transit bolts have not been removed. Check that the machine has been unpacked as described in the Installation section. The feet have not been adjusted. Carefully level the machine. There is little laundry in the drum. Correct operation of the machine is not affected.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 40 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The unbalance detection device that prevents excessive vibration during spinning has cut in. If the laundry is not evenly distributed inside the drum at the beginning of the spin cycle, the machine detects this and tries to redistribute it more evenly by means of a few drum rotations.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 41 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Something not working? Unsatisfactory washing results If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • The programme/temperature has not been correctly selected.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 42 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Technical data Height x Width x Depth Depth with door opened Height adjustment Net weight Load (depending on programme) Use Drum speed during washing Drum speed during spinning (16800) Drum speed during spinning (14800) Water pressure 84x60x60 cm 93 cm ± 13 mm approx. 79 kg approx. 5.5 kg (6 kg max) domestic max.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 43 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Service & Spare Parts If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with your appliance please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks in the “Troubleshooting” section have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 44 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Customer care For general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance, or further information on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Department at the address below or visit our website at www.aeghome.co.uk. . Customer Care Department AEG Domestic Appliances 55-77 High Street Slough Berkshire SL1 1DZ Tel: 08705 350350* * Calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 45 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance. 1.The guarantee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by purchase invoice or similar documentation. The guarantee does not cover commercial use. 2.The guarantee covers all parts or components which fail due to faulty workmanship or faulty materials.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 46 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications: - The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product. - The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exist in the new country of use for this brand or range of products.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 47 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Instructions for installation and electrical connection Safety instructions for the installer • 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 retailer. • All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance.
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132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 49 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 50 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Positioning 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 putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 51 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Installation Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. Do not connect to a hot water supply. Model 16800 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”.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 52 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Installation If you intend the drain hose from the machine to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U -Piece” supplied. Important Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 53 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Installation Electrical connections 13 AMP WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. GREEN &YELLOW 13AMP FUSE If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted. Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.
132999111.qxd 7/24/01 11:16 PM Pagina 54 (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Permanent connection In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3 mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations. The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point.
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