EN User Manual Washing Machine L 87480 FL L 87680 FL
www.aeg.com CONTENTS 1. SAFETY INFORMATION.................................................................................................3 2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................................ 4 3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION.............................................................................................. 5 4. CONTROL PANEL...........................................................................................................6 5.
ENGLISH 1. 3 SAFETY INFORMATION Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible if an incorrect installation and use causes injuries and damages. Always keep the instructions with the appliance for future reference. 1.
www.aeg.com • • • • • The appliance is to be connected to the water mains using the new supplied hose-sets. Old hose sets must not be reused. If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. Before maintenance, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. Do not use water spray and steam to clean the appliance. Clean the appliance with a moist soft cloth.
ENGLISH 2.3 Water connection • Make sure not to cause damage to the water hoses. • Before you connect the appliance to new pipes or pipes not used for a long time, let the water flow until it is clean. • The first time you use the appliance, make sure that there is no leakage. 2.4 Use WARNING! Risk of injury, electrical shock, fire, burns or damage to the appliance. • Use this appliance in a household only. • Obey the safety instructions on the detergent packaging.
www.aeg.com 3.2 How to activate the child safety device To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel, at least 15 mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws, the wood panel must extend beyond the front feet. This device prevents children or pets to be closed in the drum. Turn the device clockwise, until the groove is horizontal. You cannot close the door.
ENGLISH 4.2 Display A B C D L E K F G J H I The display shows: Temperature of the set programme A Cold water Spin speed of the set programme B No Spin symbol1) Rinse hold symbol 1) Only available for SPIN/DRAIN programme. The phase symbols When a programme is set, all the symbols of the phases related to the programme come on. When the programme starts, only the symbol of the phase in operation flashes. When the programme is completed, the symbol of the last phase is on.
www.aeg.com You cannot open the appliance door when the symbol is on. You can open the door only when the symbol goes off. F If the programme is completed but the symbol stays on: • The «Rinse hold» function is on. • There is water in the drum. The delay start symbol comes on when you set the delay start function. G Programme time When the programme starts, the programme time decreases with steps of 1 minute.
ENGLISH The extra rinse symbol comes on when this function is activated. K The value shows the total number of the rinses. The indicator bar is fully filled when you set the maximum number of rinses. the Stain symbol comes on when you activate the function. The Prewash symbol comes on when this function is activated. L The indicator bar is not fully filled when you set only one of the functions. The indicator bar is fully filled when you set the two functions. 5. PROGRAMMES 5.
www.aeg.com Programme Temperature range Maximum load Maximum spin speed Programme description (Type of load and soil level) Delicates 40° C - Cold 4 kg 1200 rpm for model L 87480 FL 1200 rpm for model L 87680 FL Delicate fabrics as acrylics, viscose, polyester items. Normal soil.
ENGLISH Programme Temperature range Maximum load Maximum spin speed 11 Programme description (Type of load and soil level) Steam programmes7) Steam can be used for dried, washed or worn once laundry. These programmes can reduce creases and odours and make your laundry more soft. Do not use any detergent. If necessary, remove stains by washing or using localized stain removal. Steam programmes do not perform any hygienic cycle.
www.aeg.com Programme options compatibility Programme Stains/ Extra Prewash 1) Rinse 2) Cottons ■ ■ Extra Silent Time Save 3) Delay Start ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Synthetics ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Easy Iron ■ ■ ■4) ■ ■ ■ Delicates ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ Wool/Silk ■ ■ Duvet ■ Anti-Allergy ■ Spin/Drain5) ■ Rinse ■ ■ Jeans ■ ■ 20 Min.
ENGLISH 6. CONSUMPTION VALUES The data of this table are approximate. Different causes can change the data: the quantity and type of laundry, the water and ambient temperature. At programme start the display shows the duration programme for the maximum load capacity. During the washing phase the programme duration is automatically calculated and can be greatly reduced if the laundry load is lower than the maximum load capacity (e.g.
www.aeg.com Off Mode (W) Left On Mode (W) 0,05 0,05 The information given in the chart above are in compliance with the EU Commission regulation 1015/2010 implementing directive 2009/125/EC. 7. OPTIONS 7.1 Start/Pause Press button Start/Pause to start or interrupt a programme. 7.2 Delay Start With this option you can delay the start of a programme from 30 minutes to 20 hours. The display shows the related indicator and delay time. 7.
ENGLISH 7.8 Hints and tips WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. The laundry load • Divide the laundry in: white, coloured, synthetics, delicates and wool. • Obey the washing instructions that are on the laundry care labels. • Do not wash together white and coloured items. • Some coloured items can discolour with the first wash. We recommend that you wash them separately for the first times. • Button up pillowcases, close zippers, hooks and poppers. Tie up belts. • Empty the pockets and unfold the items.
www.aeg.com 8. SETTINGS 8.1 Acoustic signals The acoustic signals operate when: • You activate the appliance. • You deactivate the appliance. • You press the buttons. • The programme is completed. • The appliance has a malfunction. To deactivate/activate the acoustic signals, press Stains/Prewash and Extra Rinse at the same time for 6 seconds. If you deactivate the acoustic signals, they continue operate when the appliance has a malfunction. 8.
ENGLISH 17 10.4 Check the position of the flap 1. Pull out the detergent dispenser until it stops. 2. Press the lever down to remove the dispenser. 1 2 CAUTION! Make sure that no laundry stays between the seal and the door. There is a risk of water leakage or damage to the laundry. 10.3 Filling the detergent and additives Compartment for prewash phase an soak programme. Compartment for washing phase. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric conditioner, starch).
www.aeg.com With the flap in the position DOWN: • Do not use gelatinous or thick liquid detergents. • Do not put more liquid detergent than the limit showed in the flap. • Do not set the prewash phase. • Do not set the delay start function. 5. Measure out the detergent and the fabric conditioner. 6. Carefully close the detergent dispenser. Make sure that the flap does not cause a blockage when you close the drawer. 10.7 Starting a programme with the delay start 10.
ENGLISH Now, you can set a new washing programme. Before starting the new programme the appliance could drain the water. In this case, make sure that the detergent is still in the detergent compartment, if not fill the detergent again. 10.11 Interrupting a programme and changing a function You can change only some options before they operate. 1. Press button Start/Pause. The related indicator flashes. 2. Change the function set. 3. Press the button Start/Pause again. The programme continues. 10.
www.aeg.com Press the button Auto Off to activate the appliance again. The display shows the end of the last set programme. Turn the programme knob to set a new cycle. If you set a programme or an option that ends with water in the drum, the AUTO OFF function doesn't deactivate the appliance to remind you to drain the water. 11. CARE AND CLEANING WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. 11.1 External cleaning Clean the appliance only with soap and warm water. Fully dry all the surfaces.
ENGLISH 11.6 Cleaning the detergent dispenser 1. 2. 1 2 3. 4. 11.7 Cleaning the drain filter WARNING! Do not clean the drain filter if the water in the appliance is hot. 1. 2.
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ENGLISH 23 11.8 Cleaning the inlet hose and the valve filter 1. 2. 1 2 3 3. 4. 45° 20° 11.9 Emergency drain Because of a malfunction, the appliance cannot drain the water. If this occurs, do steps (1) through (9) of 'Cleaning the drain filter'. If necessary, clean the pump. When you drain the water with the emergency drain procedure, you must activate again the drain system: 1.
www.aeg.com 12. TROUBLESHOOTING • - The appliance door is open or not closed correctly. Please check the door! 12.1 Introduction • The start of the appliance does not occur or it stops during operation. - The mains supply is unstable. Wait until the mains supply is stable. • First try to find a solution to the problem (refer to the table). If not, contact the Authorised Service Centre. - No communication between electronic elements of the appliance. Switch off and switch on again.
ENGLISH Problem Possible solution The appliance does not fill with water and drain immediately. Make sure that the drain hose is in the correct position. The hose may be too low. The appliance does not drain the water. Make sure that the sink spigot is not clogged. 25 Make sure that the drain hose has no kinks or bends. Make sure that the drain filter is not clogged. Clean the filter, if necessary. Refer to 'Care and cleaning'. Make sure that the connection of the drain hose is correct.
www.aeg.com Problem Possible solution Add more laundry in the drum. The load may be too small. The cycle is shorter than the time displayed. The appliance calculates a new time according to the laundry load. See the ‘Consumption Values’ chapter. The cycle is longer than the time displayed. An unbalanced laundry load increases the duration time. This is a normal behaviour of the appliance. The washing results are not satisfactory. Increase the detergent quantity or use a different detergent.
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www.aeg.com 2. 3. 4. 5. warranty only applies to Electrolux and AEG large appliances. a. In the first 6 (six) months from date of purchase, for valid warranty claims, collection, return and installation (Built-in and gas appliances) of the appliance will be free of charge within South Africa if installed by an authorized Electrolux service agent. b.
ENGLISH CUSTOMER CARE HELPLINE 29 0800 222 825 SERVICE AND SPARES In the event of your appliance requiring a service or if you wish to purchase spare parts, contact your local Electrolux Service Centre by telephoning: 0800 222 825(Tollfree in South Africa) Help us to help you Please determine your type of enquiry before writing or telephoning.
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