ÖKO-LAVAMAT 88840 update The Environmentally-Friendly Washing Machine User Information
Dear customer, Please read this user information carefully. In particular, pay attention to the section ”Safety” on the first pages. Keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on to any subsequent owners of the unit. 1 Points which are necessary for your safety or which are important for the unit's functional capability are highlighted by a warning triangle and/or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!). Always remember. 0 1.
Contents Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Environmental Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Wash Programme Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Wash Cycle Complete/Removing Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Programme Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate Rinsing/Conditioning/Starching/Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Water Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Permissible Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water Inflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Water Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instructions for use Instructions for use 1 Safety The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility to inform you of the following safety information. Before Putting into Operation for the First Time • Refer to the ”Installation and Connection Instructions” later in this user information.
Instructions for use Child Safety • Packaging components (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary supervision during operation and do not allow children to play with the washing machine – there is a risk that children can get trapped inside.
Instructions for use 2 Disposal Dispose the packing material! Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packaging materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recycled. • Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations: >PE< for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material >PS< for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-free) >POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g.
Instructions for use Unit Description Front View Drawer for washing detergent and care agent Control panel Rating plate (behind filling door) Filling door Screw feet (height-adjustable); rear left: Automatic adjustment foot Flap in front of solution pump Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent In-wash stain treatment Main detergent (powder) and water-softener if required Pre-wash detergent/ soaking agent or water-softener Liquid care agent (conditioner, finisher, starch) 9
Instructions for use Control Panel SPIN SPEED button with display Programme option buttons Programme progress display DOOR/LIGHT button Programme selector button DELAY TIMER button Multi-display START/PAUSE MOISTURE/LOADING display OVER DOSING indicator Programme Selector The programme selector defines the nature of the wash cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) to suit the type of washing, as well as the water temperature.
Instructions for use COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (WITTE/BONTE WAS, KREUKHERST.) Wash programme between 20 °C and 95 °C, may be used for all cotton and linen washing (cottons/linen), easy-cares (blended fabrics, e.g., cotton/polyester) and synthetics. The wash programme adjusts to suit the various types of fabric and quantities. If there is mostly cotton/linen a suitable cottons/linen programme is carried out; if there is more synthetic material a programme for easy-cares is selected.
Instructions for use FASHION A particularly gentle special programme at 40 °C for modern fabrics such as viscose, modal, cupro, lyocell, with a gentler wash action than the DELICATES (FIJNE WAS) programme, but washing more thoroughly than the hand wash programmes. REFRESH (OPFRISSEN) A special programme lasting approx. 20 minutes at 30 °C to give fabrics a quick wash, such as, for example, very slightly soiled sports clothes that have been worn only once.
Instructions for use STAIN (VLEKKEN) For treating heavily soiled or stained washing. (In-wash stain treatment or tablets are washed in from the compartment at the optimal point in the programme cycle.) 3 When WOOL/P Hand wash (WOL/P handwas) has been set the programme options cannot be selected using the buttons. TIME SAVER (KORT/EXTRA KORT) Shortened wash programme for less soiled washing; may be selected in three stages for the COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (WITTE/BONTE WAS, KREUKHERST.
Instructions for use Consumption Values and Wash Times The values given in the following table for selected programmes were calculated under standard conditions. Apart from the settings selected (optional functions), the consumption values also depend on external conditions such as water temperature or the detergent used. They provide a useful guide for operation in the home.
Instructions for use Wash Time Display 3 The wash times for the wash programmes depend on the usual washing practice and the ambient conditions at the place of installation. The washing type and quantity, the type of washing detergent, the water temperature and the room temperature etc. can influence the duration of the wash programme. What does “UPDATE” mean? The wash programmes in your washing machine are controlled by software.
Instructions for use Before the First Wash 0 Run a wash cycle without washing; COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (WITTE/BONTE WAS, KREUKHERST.) 95 programme with half the amount of washing detergent. This removes any residues from the drum and solution container which may have been left during manufacturing. Preparing a Wash Load Sorting and preparing a wash load 16 • Sort the washing according to care symbol (see “Washing Types and Care Symbols”). • Empty all pockets.
Instructions for use Washing Types and Care Symbols The care symbols help you choose the correct wash programme. Washing should be sorted according to type and care symbol. The temperatures indicated in the care symbols are all maximum temperatures. Cottons ç Fabrics made from cotton and linen with this care symbol will withstand maximum wash actions and high temperatures. The COTTONS/ LINEN, EASY-CARES (WITTE/BONTE WAS, KREUKHERST.) programme is suitable for this type of washing.
Instructions for use Detergent and Conditioners Which detergent and conditioner? Use only detergents and conditioners which are suitable for use in automatic washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Instructions for use Running a Wash Cycle Brief Instructions A wash cycle consists of the following steps: 0 1. Set the correct wash programme: – select the programme and temperature using the programme selector – if required, select programme option 2. If required change the spin speed/select rinse hold. 3. If required, set the DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE). 4. Open the door and load the washing. 5. Close the door. 6. Add detergent/conditioner. 7.
Instructions for use Setting the Wash Programme 3 See “Programme Tables” for a suitable programme, correct temperature and possible programme options to suit the type of washing. 0 1. Use the programme selector to set the required wash programme and temperature. The selected programme is illuminated from behind. The anticipated duration of the selected programme appears in minutes in the multi-display. 2.
Instructions for use Changing spin speed/Selecting rinse hold 0 If necessary, select the spin speed for the final spin: Press the SPIN SPEED (CENTRIFUGETOERENTAL) button as often as is necessary until the required spin speed appears in the display. • 1800, 1400, 1200, 1000, 800, 600 or 400 revolutions per minute are possible. • When the display shows “0” the washing is left in the last rinse water; it is not spun (rinse hold).
Instructions for use Setting the Delay Timer/Soaking Duration Delay Timer The DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE) button allows the start of a wash programme to be delayed by 1 hour up to a maximum of 19 hours. 0 1. Select wash programme. 2. Press DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE). 3. Press the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE) button. When the start is delayed DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE) is illuminated. Press the DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE) button repeatedly until the required delay appears in the multi-display.
Instructions for use Opening and closing the filling door 0 0 3 Open: Press DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/LICHT) button. The filling door springs open. Close: Press the filling door firmly closed.
Instructions for use Add detergent/conditioner For information concerning detergent and conditioners see the section “Detergent and Conditioners”. 0 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer: grasp the drawer at the flap at the bottom (1), and pull out the drawer to its full extent (2). 3 2. Add detergent/conditioner. Compartment for in-wash stain treatment/tablets Only for STAIN (VLEKKEN) programme option.
Instructions for use Starting the Wash Programme 0 1. Check that the water is on. 2. Start the wash programme: press the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE) button. The wash programme has started or will start at the end of the time delay set. 3 If DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/LICHT) flashes in red when the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE) button is pressed, the door is not closed correctly. Press the door firmly and press the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE) button again.
Instructions for use Wash Programme Progress Programme progress display Before the wash starts, the steps to be carried out are displayed by the programme progress display. During the wash programme the current stage of the programme is displayed. Multi-display The remaining wash time (in minutes) is displayed in the multi-display until the programme has finished.
Instructions for use 0 3 Interrupting the programme To interrupt the wash programme before it is complete, turn the programme selector to OFF (UIT). The wash programme can be interrupted at any time with the START/ PAUSE (START/PAUZE) button and can be continued by pressing the button again. Wash Cycle Complete/Removing Washing Once the wash programme has come to an end, END (EINDE) is illuminated on the programme progress display.
Instructions for use 2. Open the door. As soon as DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/LICHT) is illuminated in green the door can be opened (not when programme protection has been activated, please see “Programme Protection”). 3. Remove the washing. 4. Turn the programme selector to OFF (UIT). 5. After washing, pull out the detergent dispenser drawer slightly so that it can dry out. Leave the door slightly ajar so that air can circulate in the drum.
Instructions for use Programme Tables Washing Not all the possible settings are listed below - only those which are useful and meaningful in everyday use. Type of washing, Max.
Instructions for use Type of washing, Max. load1) Care symbols (dry weight)2) Programme selector Temperature [in °C] Wool/Hand wash 9 ì ï 2kg P/WOOL (WOL) COLD (KOUD) to 40 Silk/Hand wash ï 1kg P/SILK (ZIJDE) 30 Possible programme options TIME SAVER (KORT/EXTRA KORT) 1) The load amount inquiry operates in accordance with the EN 60456 standard load. 2) A 10 litre bucket holds approx. 2.5kg of dry washing (cotton).
Instructions for use Cleaning and Care Control Panel 0 Attention! For cleaning panels and control parts, do not use furniture polish or any aggressive cleaning agents. Wipe off control panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water to do this. Washing Detergent Drawer The washing detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 0 1. Pull out the washing detergent drawer as far as it will go. 2. Remove the washing detergent drawer with a firm pull. 3.
Instructions for use 7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in part of the washing machine, especially the nozzles on the top side of the rinsing-in chamber. 8. Insert the washing detergent drawer into the guide rails and push it in. Washing Drum 0 The washing drum is made of high-quality stainless steel. Rust deposits on the drum can occur due to foreign bodies in the washing which can cause rust.
Instructions for use Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing machine with the washing and remain in the drain pump casing. Fluff and strands of fabric can gather on these items and block the drain pump. Therefore the drain pump should be cleaned at least once a year. Warning! Switch off the washing machine and pull out the mains plug before cleaning the drain pump! 0 1. First carry out an emergency emptying (see section ”Carry Out Emergency Emptying”). 2.
Instructions for use 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. • It the fault code C1 or C2 appears in the multi-display, you may be able to remedy the fault yourself (see the fault table below).
Instructions for use Problem The washing machine vibrates during operation or is unstable. Possible Cause Remedy The transport packaging has not been removed. Remove transport packaging in accordance with the installation and connection instructions. The height-adjustable screw feet are wrongly positioned. Adjust in accordance with the installation and connection instructions. There is very little washing in This does not impair the the drum (e.g. only one function. dressing gown).
Instructions for use Problem Possible Cause The drain pump in the washing machine is The Aqua Control water prorunning continuously tection system has cut in. even with the appliance switched off. Softener was not washed into the machine; compartment æ for conditioner is filled with water. Washing is heavily creased. Remedy Turn off the tap, then unplug the appliance from the mains and contact customer service.
Instructions for use Problem Detergent deposits are building up in the detergent dispenser drawer. The rinse water is cloudy. Possible Cause Remedy Water tap is not fully turned Turn the water tap on fully. on. Filter in the screw connection of the inlet hose at the water tap or at the appliance is blocked. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the inlet hose from the water tap and from the appliance. Clean the filters. The cause is probably a detergent with a high silicate content.
Instructions for use If the washing result is not satisfactory If the washing is grey and limescale forms in the drum • Not enough washing detergent added. • The right washing detergent was not used. • Special types of stain were not pretreated. • Program or temperature incorrectly set. • If binary wahing detergents were used, the individual components were not added in the correct ratio.
Instructions for use Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation • When the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solution, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out. • When the washing machine is in a room where there is a frost risk, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a frost risk. Also: Unscrew the intake hose from the water tap and lay it on the floor. Empty the drainage hose.
Instructions for use When all the washing solution has drained off: 6. Firmly push the plug into the emergency emptying hose and turn it tight clockwise. 7. Put the emergency emptying hose back into the holder. 8. Insert the flap into the base panel and close. Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door When the filling door can no longer be opened, it can be opened with the aid of the emergency unlocking facility.
Instructions for use Additional Rinse RINSE+ (SPOELEN+) The washing machine is set for very economical water consumption. However, for persons who suffer from allergies to detergents, it can be helpful to rinse with extra water. 3 If this function is set, an additional rinse cycle is carried out for the COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (WITTE/BONTE WAS, KREUKHERST.), EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ) and DELICATES (FIJNE WAS) programmes.
Instructions for use Water Cooling It may be necessary to cool down the water before pumping it out in order to prevent thermal damage to the plastic drainage pipes. 3 The water is cooled down before pumping out at the end of the main wash cycle (by adding cold water). This setting only works on the COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (WITTE/BONTE WAS, KREUKHERST.) programme when the temperature is above 40 °C.
Instructions for use Variomatic Loose Spin A spin function that can be set as an integrated part of the final spin. The washing clings less to the drum wall and can be removed more easily. May be selected with COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (WITTE/BONTE WAS, KREUKHERST.). Setting loose spin: 0 1. Turn the programme selector to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUGEREN). 2. Press the STAIN (VLEKKEN) button for at least 5 seconds.
Instructions for use Programme Protection To safeguard a programme setting against unwanted changes (e. g. program selector turned, option buttons pressed etc.), you can set the programme protection. This prevents your washing being damaged. 3 It is possible to set or cancel the programme protection at any time during a programme. Selecting programme protection: 0 1. Select the desired wash programme settings. 2. Press the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE) button to start the programme. 3.
Instructions for use Child Safety Feature When the child safety feature is used, the filling door can no longer be closed and no more washing programs 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 pressed in following adjustment, otherwise the child safety feature is not active. The rotary knob must project as shown in the diagram.
Setting up and connection instructions Setting up and connection instructions Safety Instructions for Installation • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (looking from the front). Electrical components could get wet! • Check the washing machine for transport damage. Never connect a damaged unit. Consult your supplier in the event of damage.
Setting up and connection instructions Setting Up the Unit 3 Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for substructures. Transporting the Unit • Do not place the washing machine on its front side or on its right side (looking from the front). Otherwise the electrical components can get wet. • Never transport the unit without using the transport safeguard. Do not remove the transport safeguard until you reach the installation site.
Setting up and connection instructions 2. Firmly pull both hose holders off the unit. 3 48 The special button A and the plug caps B (2 ea.) and C (1 ea.) are supplied with the unit. 3. Remove the screw D, including the compression spring with the special button A. 4. Close off the hole with the plug cap C. Attention! Push in the plug cap so firmly that it engages in the rear panel (this protects the inside of the unit against splash water). 5. Unscrew the two screws E using the special button A. 6.
Setting up and connection instructions Prepare the Installation Location • The installation surface must be clean, dry and free of floor wax residue and other lubricating coatings so that the unit does not slide away. Do not use any lubricants as sliding aids. • It is not recommended to set up the washing machine on deep-pile carpets or on floor coverings with soft foam underlays, as this would mean that the stability of the unit would not be guaranteed.
Setting up and connection instructions Compensate for Floor Unevenness Automatic Adjustment Foot: Your washing machine's rear left foot is of a spring leg design. This guarantees good stability of the unit, even at high spinning speeds. If the washing machine still does not stand firmly enough during spinning, proceed as follows: 0 1. Adjust the three adjustment feet to the setpoint 10mm. To do this, use the supplied special button to remove the transport safeguard.
Setting up and connection instructions Electrical Connection Refer to the rating plate for details of the mains voltage, current type and the necessary fuses. The rating plate is located at the top behind the filling door.
Setting up 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. – Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m and 5m are available for washing machines without Aqua-Control. – Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.0m, 2.9m and 3.9m are available for washing machines with Aqua-Control.
Setting up and connection instructions Water Drainage The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extension purposes (max. 3m on the floor and then up to 80cm high). The Customer Service stocks hoses in lengths of 2.7 and 4m. Attention! It is absolutely essential to install the drainage hose free of pinches. 0 Water Drainage into a Siphon The grommet on the end of the hose fits all commonly used siphon types.
Setting up and connection instructions Delivery Heads over 1m To pump off the washing / rinsing agent, every washing machine has a pump which transports liquids via the drainage hose up to a height of 1m, calculated from the machine's floor. For delivery heads over 1m, consult the Customer Service. Technical Data Height adjustment Filling quantity (program-dependent) Use Drum speed, spin Water pressure Dimensions (Measurements in mm) 54 Approx. +10/-5mm max.
Guarantee conditions Guarantee conditions Belgium DECLARATION OF GUARANTEE TERMS. Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may still occur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either during or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not, however, be reduced as a result. This declaration of guarantee terms is based on European Union Directive 99/44/EC and the provisions of the Civil Code.
Guarantee conditions 12. If, during the guarantee period, repairing the same defect repeatedly is not conclusive, or if the repair costs are considered disproportionate, in agreement with the consumer, the defective appliance may be replaced with another appliance of the same value. In this event, we reserve the right to ask for a financial contribution calculated according to the length of time it has been used. 13.
Customer services Customer services Belgium Tel.: Electrolux Home Products Belgium ELECTROLUX SERVICE Bergensesteenweg 719 1502 Lembeek Province de Liège: S.D.E. Rue Gaucet 26 4020 Liege Fax.: Consumer services 02/363.04.44 02/363.04.00 02/363.04.60 04/343.11.60 04/343.47.
Index Index A P Aqua Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 28, 36 Automatic adjustment foot . . . . . . . . . . 9, 50 Pre wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 20, 24, 29 Pre-wash detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 24 Program saving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Programme option buttons . . . . .12, 20, 29 Programme progress display . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Programme Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . 28, 44 Pumping out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Service Service In the section ”What to do if ...” there is a list of some faults which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you find no information there, please consult your Customer Service Centre. 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 the S-number. Both can be found on the rating plate on the inside of the door on your washing machine. PNC ...
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