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132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 2 2 Dear Customer Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. With this appliance you will experience the perfect combination of functional design and cutting edge technology. Convince yourself that our appliances are engineered to deliver the best performance and control - indeed we are setting the highest standards of excellence. In addition to this you find environmental and energy saving aspects as an integral part of our products.
132971880 gb.
132971880 gb.
132971880 gb.
132971880 gb.qxd 6 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 6 Safety information Instruction for the user Safety information Prior to using for the first time ● ● ● ● ● The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 7 Safety information ● ● ● 7 Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material. Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre.
132971880 gb.qxd 8 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 8 Safety information ● ● ● ● Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed. Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 9 Product description 9 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. 1 2 3 Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door opening handle 4 5 6 Rating plate Drain pump Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme.
132971880 gb.qxd 10 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 10 Control panel Control panel OFF ALGODÓN ECO 95 20 MIN - 3KG 60 40 CENTRIFUGAR DESCARGA 30 ACLARADO 30 40 40 30 INICIO DIFERIDO 1200 900 700 SOBRE DOSIF. 500 60 SINTÉTICOS 40 LANA PLUS 30 DELICADOS TIEMPO RESTANTE ALGODÓN AQUACARE PRECENTRIFUG.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 11 Use Personalization 11 1200 900 700 Acoustic signals 500 PREThe machine is provided of an acoustic device, CENTRIFUG. LAVADO MANCHAS SENSIBLE TIEMPO which sounds in the following cases: ● at the end of the cycle ● in the event of operating problems By pressing the «Prewash» and «Stain» buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is deactivated (except for the events of operating problems).
132971880 gb.qxd 12 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 12 Use 2. If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked (the amount used must not exceed the MAX mark in the drawer). Close the drawer gently. Select the required programme You can choose the right programme for any OFF ALGODÓN ECO ALGODÓN 95 type of laundry following the descriptions on 20 MIN - 3KG 60 40 the washing programme tables (see Washing CENTRIFUGAR 30 DESCARGA Programmes).
2971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 13 Use 13 Select the spin speed or the rinse hold option Press the Spin button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine. 1200 The relevant light will light up. 900 700 ● for cottons and ECO: 1200 rpm. 500 ● for synthetics, wool, handwash and delicate fabrics: 900 rpm. CENTRIFUG.
132971880 gb.qxd 14 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 14 Use Select the Prewash option Select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed at 30°C before the main wash. The Prewash ends with a short spin in programmes for cotton and synthetic fabrics, whereas in the programmes for delicate fabrics the water is only drained. The relevant light will light up. 1200 900 700 500 PRECENTRIFUG.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 15 Use 15 On the display will be visualized the decreased washing time. The maximum load is 6 kg for cottons and 2 kg for synthetics and delicates. By pressing this button twice, the relative pilot light remains lit, the washing duration will be reduced to wash lightly soiled laundry or items that have been used or worn for a short time. On the display will be visualized the decreased washing time.
132971880 gb.qxd 16 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 16 Use Alarm codes In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example E20 (see paragraph «Something not working»). TIEMPO RESTANTE End of programme When the programme has finished a flashing zero is displayed, the «Door» pilot light and the Start/Pause light go out and the door can be opened. TIEMPO RESTANTE Select the «Start/Pause» To start the selected programme, press the TIEMPO RESTANTE SOBRE DOSIF.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 17 Use 17 You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you press the Start/Pause button. The wash programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button. If you wish to add laundry in the machine during the delay time you will press Start/Pause button to put the machine in pause. Add the laundry, close the door and press Start/Pause button again.
132971880 gb.qxd 18 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 18 Use Select an additional rinse 1200 This appliance is designed for saving water. 900 SOBRE DOSIF. 700 However, for people with a very delicate AQUACARE 500 skin (allergic to detergents) it may be necessary to rinse the laundry using an START/PAUSA PRECENTRIFUG. LAVADO extra quantity of water (extra rinse). Press simultaneously the Spin Speed and Prewash buttons for some seconds: the Extra Rinse pilot light comes on in the programme progress display.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 19 Use 19 At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically, the Start/Pause light goes off and a flashing 0 will appear on the display. If the Rinse Hold option have been selected, the «Door» pilot light illuminates, a flashing 0 will appear on the display, the Start/Pause light goes off and the door remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door.
132971880 gb.qxd 20 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 20 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature White cotton: e.g. sheets, tablecloths, household linen. Cottons 95°-60° Cottons 40°-30°- Coloured cotton: work garments, sheets, (Cold) household linen, underwear, towels. Synthetics 60°-40°-30°(Cold) Synthetics Easy Iron 40° Delicates 40°-30°- Handwash Wool, Silk 30°- Type of laundry Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 21 Washing programmes 21 Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature Type of laundry Description of programme Options Rinses Separate rinse cycle for cotton hand washed items. Drain For emptying out the last rinse water in programmes with the Rinse Hold option. Spin Separate spin for all type of fabric. Spin speed Drain and long spin Refresh Quick wash for sport items, or cotton and synthetics items lightly soiled or worn once.
132971880 gb.qxd 22 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 22 Programme informations Programme informations Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional rinses. 40° Easy Iron Wool Handwash Rinses Drain /Silk Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the “hand washing” care symbol .
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 23 Preparing the wash cycle 23 Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Temperatures 95° or 90° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...). 60°/50° for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g.
132971880 gb.qxd 24 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 24 Preparing the wash cycle Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full; Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 25 Preparing the wash cycle 25 Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint:: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times.
132971880 gb.qxd 26 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 26 Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 27 Preparing the wash cycle 27 Degrees of water hardness Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. Note: A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of hardness (from degree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
132971880 gb.qxd 28 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 28 International wash code symbols International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash 95 60 40 30 Max. wash temperature 95°C Max. wash temperature 60°C Max. wash temperature 40°C Max.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 29 Care and cleaning 29 Care and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.
132971880 gb.qxd 30 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 30 Care and cleaning 2. 3. 4. 5. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. Clean all parts with water. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. Clean all parts of the washing machine, especially the nozzles in the top of the washing-in chamber, with a brush. 6. Insert the detergent dispenser drawer in the guide rails and push it in.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 31 Care and cleaning 31 Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if • the machine does not empty and/or spin • the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump. Proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the appliance. 2. If necessary wait until the water has cooled down. 3. Open the pump door. 4. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. 5.
132971880 gb.qxd 32 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 32 Care and cleaning 8. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. 9. Screw the pump fully in. 10. Close the pump door. Warning! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 33 Care and cleaning 33 7. replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; 8. screw the pump again and close the door. Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. 2.
132971880 gb.qxd 34 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 34 Something not working Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 35 Something not working Problem 35 Possible cause/Solution The machine fills then empties immediately: The end of the drain hose is too low. • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» section. The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20 • Check the drain hose connection. The drain pump is clogged. E20 • Clean the drain pump. The option has been selected. • Disable the option .
132971880 gb.qxd 36 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 36 Something not working Problem Cause possible/Solution The door will not open: The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. • Wait some minutes. There is water in the drum. • Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water. The machine vibrates or is noisy: The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. • Check the correct installation of the appliance.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:51 Pagina 37 Something not working Problem The drum light doesn’t work: 37 Cause possible/Solution Please contact your local Service Centre. Mo Pro d. ..... d. No ..... . ..... If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will require this information. ..... . Se r. No . ..... .... Mod. .......... Prod. No. .........
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132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 39 Consumption value 39 Water consumption (in litres) Energy consumption (in kWh) Programme duration (in minutes) White Cottons 95° 58 2.0 Cottons 40° 54 0.7 Synthetics 60° 44 0.85 Easy Iron 40° 52 0.35 Delicates 40° 59 0.5 Wool/Handwash/Silk 30° 59 0.25 Rinses 40 0.08 Drain - - Spin - - Refresh 30° 37 0.8 Eco (*) 60° 46 1.02 For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the control panel.
132971880 gb.qxd 40 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 40 Installation Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom. HEC0008 2.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 41 Installation 41 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C. C C HEC0003 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C. Slide out the relevant plastic spacer E. B D B E C HEC0023 C 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted with the adhesive tape on the door seal. HEC0010 7.
132971880 gb.qxd 42 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 42 Installation Positioning and levelling 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.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 43 Installation 43 3. 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. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations requirements. A minimum water pressure of 0.05 MPa is required for safe operation of the appliance.
132971880 gb.qxd 44 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 44 Installation P1118 Important! The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 45 Environment concerns 45 Enviroment concerns 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. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance.
132971880 gb.qxd 46 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 46 European Guarantee European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee orotherwise by law.
132971880 gb.qxd 31/08/2007 12:52 Pagina 47 Customer service centres www.electrolux.com à Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr. Pjeter Bogdani Nr. 7 Tirane Belgique/België/Belgien +32 2 363 04 44 Bergensesteenweg 719, 1502 Lembeek Česká republika +420 2 61 12 61 12 Budějovická 3, Praha 4, 140 21 Danmark +45 70 11 74 00 Sjællandsgade 2, 7000 Fredericia Deutschland +49 180 32 26 622 Muggenhofer Str.
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