LAVAMAT 54665 ELECTRONIC Washing Machine User information
Dear Customer, Please read this user information carefully. Pay particular attention to the section "Safety" on the first Info pages. Please keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on to any future owners of the unit. 1 The warning triangle and /or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!) emphasise information which is important for your safety or for the unit's functional reliability. It is imperative that this information is observed. 0 1.
Contents Operating Instructions .................................... 6 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Environmental tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Unit description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Detergent Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washing Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Main door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Water connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Permissible water pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water inflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water drain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions Operating Instructions 1 Safety The safety aspects of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, as manufacturers we regard it as our responsibility to inform you about the following safety instructions. Before Using for the First Time • Refer to the "Installation and Connection Instructions" further on in this user information.
Operating Instructions Safety of Children and Infirm Persons • Packaging materials (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • The appliance is not intendet for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. • Children frequently cannot recognise hazards involved in handling electrical appliances.
Operating Instructions • Allow the washing solution to cool before carrying out an emergency emptying operation or cleaning the drain pump. • Small animals can chew the power cables and water hoses. Risk of electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away from the washing machine. 2 Disposal Disposing of the Packaging Material! Dispose of the packaging of your washing machine correctly. All pakkaging materials used are environmentally-compatible and recyclable.
Operating Instructions 2 Environmental tips • A pre-wash cycle is not necessary in the case of washing which is not excessively dirt. This saves detergent, water and time (and is gentle on the environment.) • If the indicated load capacities are taken full advantage of, the washing machine is especially efficient. • For small loads, use only one half to one third of the recommended detergent quantity. • Suitable pre-treatment enables marks and limited amounts of dirt to be removed.
Operating Instructions Unit description Front view Drawer for detergent and care agent Control panel Rating plate (behind filling door) Main door Screw feet (height-adjustable) Flap in front of drain pump Drawer for Detergent and Conditioners Main wash detergent (powder) and water softener if required Pre-wash detergent, In-wash stain treatment products or water softener Liquid conditioners (softeners, finishers, starch) 10
Operating Instructions Control Panel Spin speed/RINSE HOLD button Programme selector Programme Progress Display Programme options buttons START/PAUSE button DOOR indicator light Programme selector The programme selector is used to select the wash cycle (for example, water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) and the water temperature according to the type of washing. I (OFF) • Switches the washing machine off - at all other positions the machine is on.
Operating Instructions < (EASY IRON) position: main wash cycle at 40°C for easy-care fabrics which, after washing with this programme, require only light ironing or no ironing at all. Ã (DELICATES) Main wash cycle for Delicates at 30 °C or 40°C. s (WOOL)/Ñ (SILK) P (Handwash) Main wash cycle (cold or 30 °C) for machine-washable or hand-washable woollen items and silk, carrying the symbol ï (Handwash).
Operating Instructions ä (STAIN) For heavily soiled or stained washing. In-wash stain treatment products are washed in at the optimum time as the programme progresses. Can only be selected with wash temperatures of 40 °C and above, as stain treatment products are only effective at higher temperatures. ] (QUICK) Shortened wash programme for lightly soiled washing. 3 With the s (WOOL)/Ñ (SILK) P (Handwash) setting, the programme option buttons cannot be used. (Any buttons that are pressed have no effect.
Operating Instructions Before the First Wash 0 1. Pull out the washing powder drawer slightly. 2. Pour about 1 litre of water through the washing powder drawer into the washing machine. With the next program start, this will close the solution container and the eco-sluice can function correctly. 3. Run the washing cycle without washing (t/COTTONS/LINEN 95 °C, with half the amount of washing detergent). This removes residues left over from production on the drum and solution container.
Operating Instructions • Do not place folded washing into the drum. • Pay attention to the care instruction "wash separately" and "wash separately several times". Types of Washing and Care Symbols Care symbols help you to choose the correct wash programme. Washing should be sorted by type, and according to their care symbols. The temperature indicated on the care symbol is the maximum wash temperature.
Operating Instructions Detergents and care agents Which detergent and care agent? Use only detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Operating Instructions Running a washing cycle Brief instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 0 1. Open the door and load the washing. 2. Close the door. 3. Add detergent/conditioner. 4. Set the appropriate washing programme: – Set the programme and temperature using the programme selector – Set programme options as required. 5. Change the Spin Speed /select o (RINSE HOLD) as necessary. 6. Start the washing programme by pressing the O/s (START/PAUSE) button.
Operating Instructions Opening and closing the door 0 0 To open: pull the door by the handle. To close: push the door firmly shut. When the machine is switched on, the K (DOOR) light and the O/s (START/PAUSE) light indicate whether the door can be opened K (DOOR) indicator O/s (START/PAUSE) flashes flashes yes, after about 2 minutes lit lit no1) is off flashes yes indicator Can the door be opened? 1) Door is locked due to high water level or high temperature.
Operating Instructions Adding detergent/conditioners For instructions concerning detergent and conditioners, see Section "Detergents and conditioners“. 0 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer: press the flap on the drawer so as to be able to grasp the handle (1), and pull out the drawer (2). 3 2. Add the detergent/conditioners.
Operating Instructions Setting the washing programme For the appropriate programme, temperature and possible programme options suitable for any type of washing, see "Programme Tables". 0 1. Select the desired wash programme and temperature with the programme selector. 3 2. If required, select the appropriate programme option(s): The indicator of the selected programme option illuminates. – To change the selection, press another button. – To cancel a selection, press the button again.
Operating Instructions Changing Spin Speed/selecting o (RINSE HOLD) 0 To change the Spin Speed for the final rinse or select o (RINSE HOLD): Keep pressing the Spin Speed/o (RINSE HOLD) button until the indicator light for the desired speed (or o /RINSE HOLD) comes on. If o (RINSE HOLD) is selected, the washing is left to soak in the last rinse water, without spinning.
Operating Instructions Changing the washing programme Changing or cancelling the programme 0 1. Press the O/s (START/PAUSE) button. 2. Turn the programme selector to I (OFF). The washing programme is cancelled. 3. Set another washing programme, if required. Otherwise, turn the programme selector to v (DRAIN) or K (SPIN) and press the O/s (START/PAUSE) button. (The water is drained or the washing is spun.
Operating Instructions Washing cycle complete/removing the washing Once a washing programme cycle has come to an end, L (END) illuminates on the Programme Progress Display. If o (RINSE HOLD) was selected, the indicator lights beside K (DOOR) and L (END) come on. 0 1.
Operating Instructions Programme Tables Washing The tables do not show all the possible settings, only those most likely to be selected for everyday purposes. Type of washing, Care symbol Cottons ç Cottons/Coloureds3) èç Coloureds èë Easy-cares êí Delicates ì Wool/Silk (Handwash) 9ìï 24 Max.
Operating Instructions Separate Rinsing Type of washing Max. load (dry weight) Cottons/Coloureds 6kg Easy-Cares/Delicates1) 3kg Programme selector u (GENTLE RINSE) 1) Reduced spin speed Separate Spinning Type of washing Max. load (dry weight) Cottons/Coloureds 6kg Easy-Cares1) 3kg Delicates1) 3kg Wool/Silk (Handwash)1) 2kg Programme selector K (SPIN) 1) Reduced spin speed.
Operating Instructions Cleaning and Care Control panel 0 Important! Do not use any furniture cleaning agents or aggressive cleaning agents in order to clean panel and control parts. Wipe control panels with a damp cloth. When doing so, use warm water. Detergent Drawer The detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 0 1. Pull the detergent drawer out as far as it will go. 2. Remove the detergent drawer by pulling sharply. 3. Take the conditioner insert out of the middle compartment. 4.
Operating Instructions 7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in section of the washing machine, particularly also the nozzles on the top side of the rinsingin chamber. 8. Set the detergent drawer into the guide tracks and push in. Washing Drum 0 The washing drum is made of stainless steel. Rusting foreign bodies in the washing can cause rust deposits on the drum.
Operating Instructions What to do if ... Remedying Faults In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even during the warranty period. Problem Possible cause Remedy The mains plug is not inserted. Insert the mains plug. The washing machine does not work.
Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause The L (END) light flashes 8 times and The programme selector has and an acoustic not clicked into place corsignal is emitted 8 rectly. times. Remedy First turn the programme selector to I (OFF), then set the desired programme to the exact position. Remove the transit packaging Transit packaging was not reas described in the Installation moved. and Connection instructions. The machine is not level.
Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause Remedy The screw connection of the inlet hose is leaking. Tighten the inlet hose screw connection. The drainage hose is leaking. Check the drainage hose and replace if necessary. The drain pump cover is not correctly closed. Close the cover correctly. Water leaks out Stop the programme, remove of the washing maWashing is caught in the door. the washing caught in the chine. door. Restart the programme.
Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause The door cannot be opened when the washing machine Door is locked due to high is on. water level, or high temperaO/s (START/ ture. PAUSE) and K (DOOR) lights come on. Remedy Wait until the programme has ended, the K (DOOR) light goes off and the L (END) light is lit. If it is necessary to open the door immediately, Turn the programme selector to I (OFF); then turn it to v (DRAIN). Press the O/s (START/PAUSE) button.
Operating Instructions If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing has turned grey and if limescale is deposited in the drum, then • Too little detergent was used. • The wrong detergent was used. • Special soiling was not pre-treated. • Program or temperature not set correctly. • If multi-component detergents are used, the individual components were not used in the correct ratio.
Operating Instructions Carrying out emergency drainage • If the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solution, emergency drainage must be performed. • If the washing machine is in a room where there is a risk of frost, emergency drainage must be performed if there is a possibility of frost. In addition: unscrew the inlet hose form the water tap and place it on the floor. Empty the drainage hose.
Operating Instructions When the water is completely drained: 6. Push the plug securely into the emergency drainage hose and turn it clockwise to secure it. 7. Replace the emergency drainage hose in its holder. 8. Put on the flap and close. Drain pump The drain pump is maintainance-free. The cover of the drain pump is required to be opened only in the event of a malfunction when no more water is being pumped out, e.g. if the pump wheel is blocked.
Operating Instructions 5. Check that you are able to turn the pump wheel at the very rear of the pump housing. (If the wheel rotates with a jerky motion, this is normal.) If you cannot turn the pump wheel, please contact customer service. 6. Replace the pump cover. Laterally insert the webs on the cover into the guide slots and securely screw on the cover in a clockwise motion. 7. Close the emergency emptying hose and place it in the holder. 8. Close the flap.
Operating Instructions Additional rinse cycles (Á+/RINSE+) The washing machine is set for very economical water consumption. However, people who suffer from allergies to detergents, it can be helpful to rinse with extra water. 3 If Á+ (RINSE+) is selected, two extra rinses are added to the t (COTTONS/LINEN), }(EASY-CARES), <(EASY IRON), and à (DELICATES) programmes. When delivered, the machine is not set for additional rinses. To set the additional rinse cycles: 0 1.
Operating Instructions Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the filling door can no longer be closed and no washing program can be started. 0 1 0 Setting the child safety feature Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the filling door clockwise as far as it will go. Warning! The rotary knob must not be in a vertical position after adjustment, otherwise the child safety feature is not active.
Installation and connection instructions Installation and connection instructions Installation Safety Precautions • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (viewed from the front). Electronic components can get wet. • Check the washing machine for transport damages. A damaged unit must never be put into operation under any circumstances. In the event of damage, please contact your supplier.
Installation and connection instructions Installation of the appliance 3 Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for installing under units. Transporting the appliance • Do not place the washing machine on its front or on its right side (viewed from the front). Otherwise, electrical components can get wet. • Never transport the unit without the transport safeguard. Do not remove the transport safeguard until the appliance is at the installation location.
Installation and connection instructions 3 40 The special spanner (A) and the caps (B) (2 each) and (C) (1 each) are supplied with it. 3. Remove the screw D, including the compression spring with the special spanner A. 4. Cover the hole with the cap C. Important! When fitting the plastic caps, press until they snap into the rear panel securely. 5. Remove the two screws (E) with the special spanner (A). 6. Remove the 4 screws (F). 7. Remove the transit bar (G). 8.
Installation and connection instructions Prepare the installation place • The installation surface must be clean and dry, free of floor polish residues and other greasy coatings so that the unit does not slip away. Do not use lubricants as a sliding aid. • Installation on a high-veil carpet or floor tiles with soft sponge backs is not recommended because the standing safety of the appliance is then no longer ensured.
Installation and connection instructions Compensate for floor unevenness Floor unevenness can be compensated for and the height can be corrected with the four adjustable screw feet. The height can be adjusted in the range +10 .. -5mm. To adjust the feet use the special spanner supplied for removing the transport braces. 0 1. Slide the special key firmly onto the hexagon head of the threaded foot as far as it will go. 2. Adjust the screw feet so that the unit is horizontal and stable.
Installation and connection instructions Electrical connection Details of the mains voltage, current type and required fuses can be found on the rating plate. The rating plate is located at the top above the filling door. For permanent electrical connection within the electrical circuit, provisions must be made which allow for electrical disconnection of the appliance from the mains with a contact opening of at least 3 mm at all poles.
Installation and connection instructions Water inflow A pressure hose 1.5m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by our Customer Service is permissible. – Hose sets in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m and 5m are available for washing machines without Aqua-Control. – Hose sets in lengths of 2.0m, 2.9m and 3.9m are available for washing machines with Aqua-Control.
Installation and connection instructions Water drain The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or discharge basin or a bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extensions (max. 3m laid on the floor and then up to 80cm high). Customer Service stocks drainage hoses in lengths of 2.7 and 4m. Important! It is essential to lay the drainage hose without kinks. 0 Water drain-off inside a siphon The grommet on the hose end fits all standard siphon types.
Technical data Adjustment possibility Filling quantity (program-dependent) Area of use Drum speed, spinning Water pressure Dimensions (dimensions in mm) 46 Approx. +10 / -5mm max. 6kg Domestic See rating plate 1-10 bar (= 10 - 100 N/cm2 = 0.1 - 1.
Warranty conditions / Customer service centres Warranty conditions / Customer service centres Weitere Kundendienststellen im Ausland In diesen Ländern gelten die Garantiebedingungen der örtlichen Partner. Diese können dort eingesehen werden. Further after-sales service agencies overseas In these countries our AEG agents’ own guarantee conditions are applicable. Please obtain further details direct.
Warranty conditions / Customer service centres 48 Australia ANDI-Co Pty. Ltd 9 Kingston Town Close Oakleigh VIC 3166 Tel.: (03) 9569 1235 Fax: (03) 9569 1450 Korea (South) Core Incorp. 3/F Chewoo Bldg. 200 Nonhyun-Dong Kangnam-Ku Seoul Telefon 82 2 549 89 61 Namibia AEG NAMIBIA (PTY) LIMITED-Jeppe Street Northern Industrial Area Windhoek Tel.: (061) 21-6082/4 Fax: (061) 217838 Bahrain/Arabian Gulf A.A. Zayani & Sons P.O. Box 9 32 Bahrain Tel.: 261060 Croatia Electrolux D.O.O.
Warranty conditions / Customer service centres Israel Electricity & Electronic Services-Evis LTD. 19 Hataasia st. Raanana, Industrial area 43654 Tel: 972-9-7448118 Fax: 972-9-7603618 e-mail:evis@evis.co.il Malaysia Arzbergh Engineering No. 49A/B, Jalan Petaling Utama 7 4600 Petaling Jaya Tel.: 3 795 1084 Fax: 3 795 1082 Saudi Arabia Alia Trading Corporation P.O. Box 4101 King Abdul Aziz Street Riyadh Tel.: 4645977 Al Nahas Est. Musaidia Market I P.O. Box 1 15 29 Jeddah Tel.
Index Index C Cancelling the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . Changing the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . Child safety feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28, Coloureds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11, Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10, 16, 17, Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 15, Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 28, R 22 22 37 24 19 24 14 51 Rating plate . . . . . . .
Service Service In the chapter "What to do if...“ , some faults are listed which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you do not find any information there, please consult your Customer Service. (You can find the addresses and telephone numbers in the section "Customer Service Centres“.) Always prepare in advance for the discussion. By doing so you will simplify the diagnosis and the decision on whether customer service is necessary. Note the PNC number and S. number.
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