ÖKO-LAVAMAT 72600 update The environmentally friendly washing machine Operating instructions
Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions through carefully, before using the appliance. Please ensure you fully understand the safety instructions on the first pages of these operating instructions! Retain the operating instructions for future reference, and pass them on to any future owners. The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!), emphasize information which is important for your safety or the correct functioning of the appliance.
Content Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Environmental tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Important features of your appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . What does "update" mean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Content Program tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate fabric softening/starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate rinsing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1 Safety instructions Your safety is of paramount importance, please ensure you read these warnings before installing or using the appliance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings of these warnings, contact the Customer Care Department. General safety • Repairs to the washing machine should only be carried out by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Center.
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 childrens reach. • When disposing of the appliance, cut off the mains cable, and destroy the plug.
2 Disposal Packaging • Dispose of the packaging material correctly. All packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be disposed of without any danger to the environment. • The external plastic covering and bags inside are made of polyethylene (marking >PE<). • The padding is made of CFC free expanded polystyrene (marking >PS<).
Important features of your appliance • Program and temperature setting using the program selector. • 4 extra programs selectable with buttons. • Stain program for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving program for light to normal soilage.
Important features of your appliance • Extra water switch: Position 0 = off Position 1 = suds cooling Position 2 = suds cooling and extra rinse ( See “Selecting suds cooling or suds cooling and an extra rinse“) What does "update" mean? The control system of your machine is fully electronic. The software which determines this control system can be reprogrammed. If a state of the art in washing technology is reached, your machine can be updated.
Description of the appliance Front view Control panel Detergent drawer with handle flap Rating plate (behind door) Door with handle Flap in front of drain pump 10 Height adjustable feet
Description of the appliance Control panel Final spin speed/ RINSE HOLD button Program progress display Program selector DELAY TIMER button program option buttons Display START/PAUSE DOOR Lock button Multi-display OVERDOSING display Program selector The program selector determines the type of the washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) in accordance with the type of washing, as well as the wash temperature of the water.
Description of the appliance EASY CARES Main wash for easy care fabrics (washing at 30-60 °C rinsing/fabric softening, spinning). DELICATES Main wash for delicates (washing at 30-40 °C, rinsing/fabric softening, spinning, higher water level and reduced drum movement). WOOLLENS Main wash for machine washable woollens and delicate fabrics (wash cold up to 40 °C, rinsing/fabric softening, spinning, higher water level and considerably reduced drum movement). GENTLE RINSE Separate gentle rinse, e.g.
Description of the appliance Program Option buttons The program option buttons are used to adjust the washing program to the degree of soiling of the washing. Depending on the program different functions can be combined. PRE WASH Cold prewash before the main wash which follows automatically (not selectable for the WOOLLENS setting). SOAKING Soak before the main wash which follows automatically (1 hour at 40 °C, extendable to max. 19 hours using the DELAY TIMER button, not selectable for WOOLLENS program).
Description of the appliance Displays Display DOOR This lamp indicates when the door can be opened if the machine is on: – Green light = door can be opened – Light off = door cannot be opened – Red light = door is open Multi-display The multi-display – shows the running time of the selected program or the remaining wash time in minutes (at the same time the display lamp WASH TIME lights up); or – shows the delay time or the remaining time in hours until the start of the washing program; or – shows an error
Description of the appliance Detergent drawer Suction cap (must be firmly pushed on) k Compartment for prewash detergent/soaking agent (water softening agent if used). They are added right at the beginning of the washing program. l Compartment for main wash detergent (if you use a water softening agent and need compartment k for the prewash/soaking agent, add the water softening agent to the main detergent compartment l.) They are added right at the beginning of the main washing program.
Consumption values and time required for selected programs The values in the following table were determined under standard conditions. They provide a useful guide for household use. Load in kg Program selector/Temperature Water in litres Energy in kWh Time1 in minutes COTTONS/LINEN 95 5 52 1.70 125 COTTONS/LINEN 60 5 52 1.00 110 COTTONS/LINEN 40 5 52 0.60 100 EASY CARE 40 2.5 53 0.45 88 DELICATES 30 2.5 50 0.40 55 WOOLLENS 30 1 52 0.30 55 1) These times are approximate.
Preparing the washing cycle Sorting out and preparing washing • Sort out washing according to the type and care symbol (see "Types of washing and care symbols"). • Empty the pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, badges). • To prevent washing from getting damaged and forming bundles: close zips, button up duvet covers and pillow cases, tie up loose straps such as on aprons. • Turn clothes made from double layer fabric inside out (e.g. anoraks, sleeping bags).
Preparing the washing cycle Cottons I Fabrics made of cotton and linen with this care symbol will withstand maximum wash actions and high temperatures. The COTTONS/LINEN program is suitable for this type of washing. Linens G C Fabrics made of cotton and linen with this care symbol will withstand maximum wash actions and are colourfast at 40°C or 60°C. The COTTONS/LINEN program is suitable for this type of washing.
Preparing the washing cycle For coloured clothes and household textiles, you should use COLOUR DETERGENTS, like Ariel Color, which are designed to maintain the original colour of these items, as well as providing excellent cleaning performance. These are all biological detergents. They are particularly suitable for matching and co-ordinated sets of lingerie, bedding or towels. For washing wool and silk, COLOUR DETERGENTS ARE NOT SUITABLE.
Preparing the washing cycle Fabric Conditioners These are ideal for improving “softness“. They also reduce static cling on synthetics and make ironing easier. Fabric Conditioners come in three forms: – Liquids (regular or concentrated) which work in the final rinse. – Sheets for use in the tumble dryer, and – Combined Detergent and Fabric Softener Use of detergents and additives Choosing the Right Detergent Always use a low lather powder or liquid.
Preparing the washing cycle • on the degree of hardness of the tap water: The harder the water, the higher the dosage! You will find the quantities to use according to water hardness on the detergent packet. Liquid detergent Add liquid detergent using the dispenser provided by the detergent manufacturer. Please follow the instructions on the packaging. Using a water softening agent In hard water areas, the use of a water softening agent can reduce the amount of detergent necessary.
Run wash cycle Brief instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 0 Set the correct washing program: – Set the program and temperature with the program selector. – Set any program options required, change the final spin speed/select RINSE HOLD. – Set any DELAY TIMER if required. 0 Open the door, put in the washing. 0 Shut the door. 0 Add washing powder/conditioner. 0 Start washing program.
Run wash cycle Selecting the washing program See "Program tables" for suitable program, correct temperature and any possible program options for the respective type of washing. 0 Set washing program and temperature: set program selector to the washing program desired with the required temperature. The estimated duration of the program set is shown in minutes on the multidisplay. 3 0 If applicable select program options: • The displays of the program options selected light up.
Run wash cycle Loading the washing 0 Sort the washing according to the type and prepare it correctly. For information about the correct preparation of the washing see "Types of washing and care symbols". 0 Open the door: pull the handle of the door. 0 Load the washing. 3 3 See the "Program tables" for the maximum load. 0 Firmly shut the door. Important! When shutting the door be careful not to catch any pieces of laundry! The fabric and appliance could be damaged.
Run wash cycle Adding detergent/fabric softener 0 Open the detergent drawer: reach into the recess under the drawer, pull the drawer out as far as it will go. 0 Add detergent/conditioner. 3 For information about washing powder and fabric softeners see section "Detergents and conditioners". k Prewash agent/soaking agent (for extra programs PRE WASH/SOAKING), or water softening agent if used.
Run wash cycle Starting the washing program 0 Check the water tap is open. 0 Start the washing program: Press START/PAUSE button. The washing program will start, or starts after the delay time set has expired. 3 If the DOOR display is flashing red when the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the door is not correctly closed. Firmly close the door and press the START/PAUSE button again.
Run wash cycle End of wash cycle/Removing the washing 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 If RINSE HOLD was selected: After a rinse hold, the water has to be pumped out: – Either press the START/PAUSE button (the washing is spun in accordance with the program which has just finished; the final spin speed can be changed whilst the washing is being spun using the spin speed button), or – turn the program selector to PUMP OUT and press the START/PAUSE button (the water is pumped out without the washing being spun), or – turn
Program tables Washing The following tables list the most commonly used and most useful programs. Type of washing, care label Max. load (dry weight)1 Program selector Temperature Possible extra programs PRE WASH SOAKING COTTONS/LINEN 95 Cottons I QUICK WASH 5kg STAIN Energy saving program: COTTONS/LINEN ENERGY SAVING PRE WASH SOAKING PRE WASH Linen GC 5kg COTTONS/LINEN 30, 40, 50, 60 SOAKING QUICK WASH STAIN PRE WASH Easy cares HD 2.
Program tables Separate fabric softening/starching Max. load (dry weight) Type of washing Cottons/Linen 5kg Program selector STARCHING Separate rinsing Max. load (dry weight) Type of washing Cottons/Linen 5kg Easy cares 2.5kg Delicates 2.5kg Woollens 1kg Program selector GENTLE RINSE Separate spinning Max. load (dry weight) Type of washing Cottons/Linen 5kg Easy cares 2.5kg Delicates 2.
Maintenance and Cleaning In daily use 0 After the program has finished pull out the detergent compartment a little so that it can dry out. 0 Leave the door ajar for a while. This helps to prevent stagnant smells, and to preserve the door seal. 0 Close the water tap. 0 We recommend you unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply when the wash program has finished. Control panel Important! Do not use household furniture polish or abrasive cleaners to clean the panel and operating parts.
Maintenance and Cleaning Washing machine drum The washing machine drum is made from rust-free stainless steel. Any objects left in the laundry which are likely to rust can stain the drum. Important! Do not clean the stainless steel drum with descaling agents containing acids, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool. 0 Remove rust stains on the drum with a stainless steel cleaning agent.
Troubleshooting 3 The whistling noise when spinning may be different to your prevous washing machine which is due to the modern drive system. Certain problems etc. If you call out an engineer and the fault is listed here, a charge is levied even if the appliance is in guarantee. If the error code (1 or (2 is displayed, check the troubleshooting guide below before calling an engineer. Display (1: see "No water flows in". Display (2: see "Washing has not been spun sufficiently, ...
Troubleshooting Fault Possible cause The machine is not level. Washing machine vibrates during operation or is unsteady. The suds in the main wash cycle create too much foam. Water is leaking out from under the washing machine. Fabric softener is not added, compartment À for fabric softener is filled with water. Remedy Adjust the feet according to the installation and connection instruction. There is very little washing in This does not hinder the the machine (e.g.
Troubleshooting Fault Washing has not been spun sufficiently, there is water left in the drum. Error code (2 appears. Possible cause Remedy There is a kink in the outlet hose. Eliminate the kink. Maximum pumping height (drain height 1m from the position of the machine) is exceeded. Please contact AEG Service Force Centre, it has a retrokit available for pump heights above 1m. Drain pump is blocked. Switch off the machine and pull the plug out of the socket, clean the drain pump.
Troubleshooting If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits are present in the drum • Insufficient washing powder has been added. • Incorrect washing powder was used. • Stains were not pretreated. • Program or temperature was not set correctly. • When using modular washing powders the individual components were not used in the correct ratio.
Troubleshooting 0 Pull down the flap in the left corner of the base strip and remove it. 0 Release the emergency emptying hose from its holder. 0 Pull the emergency emptying hose out a little. 0 Place a container underneath to catch the water. 0 Release the plug of the emergency emptying hose by turning it anticlockwise and pull it out. The water will drain out. Depending on the amount of water, it may be necessary to empty the container catching the water several times.
Troubleshooting 0 Place a towel on the floor in front of the cover of the drain pump. Surplus water may flow out. 0 Unscrew the cover of the drain pump by twisting it anti-clockwise and pull it out. 0 Remove any foreign bodies which may be in the pump housing. 0 Check whether the impeller of the pump can be turned. (It is normal for the pump to turn in steps.) If the impeller cannot be turned at all please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
Troubleshooting Selecting suds cooling or suds cooling and an extra rinse The washing machine is on a very economical water consumption setting. For people who suffer from a washing powder allergy, it may be helpful to rinse with extra water (extra rinse cycle). This can be set with the extra water switch: Position 1: Suds cooling The suds are cooled down before being pumped out at the end of the main wash (by adding cold water). This reduces thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing.
Technical data Height x width x depth Depth with the door opened Height adjustability Empty weight Full load (depending on the program) Area of application Drum speed when washing Drum speed when spinning Water pressure ; 85x60x60cm 95cm approx. +10/-5mm approx. 85kg max. 5kg household max. 53rpm-1 see type plate 1-10bar (=10-100N/cm2 = 0.1-1.
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. Please note that proof of purchase is required for in-guarantee service calls.
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.
Guarantee Conditions – The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i. e. a normal household. – The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country. Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances.
Index A R Automatic load adaptation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Rating plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10, 38 Rinse hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 11, 13, 21, 25 C Conditioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15, 23 Cotton mixtures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 16, 18, 26, 27 Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17, 18, 26 Customer care . .
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