32978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 1 LAVAMAT 74900 The environmentally friendly washing machine Instruction booklet PREWASH 1400 1000 700 500 RINSE HOLD RINSE TIME SAVER DELAY TIMER SENSITIVE START PAUSE WASH TIME EASY IRON RINSE REFRESH 30 RINSE SPIN PREWASH STAIN AQUA ALARM ENERGY SAVING MAIN WASH END OVERDOSING DOOR 74900 95 LINEN/ 60 EASY-CARES 40 30 COLD 40 - 60 MIX COLD 30 40 WOOL DELICATES COTTONS OFF SILK 30 40 30 40 8 Kg PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION DEL.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 2 Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 3 Contents Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Tips for environmental protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-8 Main features of your washing machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 4 Contents How to wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Add detergent and additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Select the desired wash programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 5 Safety instructions 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. General safety • Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause serious danger. Contact your local AEG/ELECTROLUX Service Force Centre.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 6 Safety instructions Child safety • Children are often not aware of how dangerous electrical appliances can be. When the machine is working, children should be carefully supervised and not be allowed to play with the appliance - there is a risk that they could become trapped inside. • The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 7 Disposal 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. Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 8 DIsposal • If the water has a medium or high degree of hardness (starting from hardness degree II, see “Detergents and additives”) water softeners must be added. The amount of detergent can then be adjusted to hardness degree I (= soft). Main features of your washing machine • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • STAIN option for effectively treating stained washing. • ENERGY SAVING programme for normally soiled cotton items.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 9 Description of the appliance Front view Detergent drawer Control panel PREWASH 1400 1000 MAIN WASH 700 500 RINSE HOLD RINSE TIME SAVER DELAY TIMER SENSITIVE START PAUSE RINSE WASH TIME RINSE ENERGY SAVING 8 Kg STAIN DOOR LINEN/ 60 EASY-CARES 40 30 COLD 40 - 60 MIX COLD WOOL DELICATES COTTONS 95 SILK 30 40 END OVERDOSING OFF EASY IRON REFRESH 30 SPIN PREWASH 74900 AQUA ALARM 30 40 30 40 DEL.
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132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 11 Description of the appliance COTTONS Washing programme for white cotton at 95°C (main wash - rinses/softener - long spin). LINEN/EASY CARES Washing programme for cotton and synthetics (main wash from 60°C to COLD - rinses/softener - long spin). 40-60 MIX Washing programme for slightly soiled cotton items or mixed fabrics. It is not compatible with TIME SAVER option.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 12 Description of the appliance EASY IRON With this programme the laundry is gently washed at 40°C and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. It cannot be combined with SENSITIVE option. E Position ENERGY SAVING corresponds to a programme for normally soiled laundry with extended washing time. It cannot be combined with TIME SAVER option. OFF Cancellation of the selected programme and switching the machine off.
2978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 13 Description of the appliance . Cancelling the delayed start • Depress START PAUSE button. • Depress DELAY TIMER button until the the symbol 0’ is displayed. • Depress START PAUSE button again to restart the machine • To modify the delay time, after the programme has already started, turn the selector dial to OFF (RESET) in order to cancel the current washing programme, set a new programme again and select the new desired delay time.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 14 Description of the appliance means of the relevant button and then depress the START PAUSE button. The water is emptied out and the laundry is spun at the selected spin speed. Warning! The programme selector dial must be turned first to OFF (RESET) and then to the DRAIN programme or SPIN or DELICATE SPIN. PREWASH The machine performs a prewash cycle at 30ºC before the main wash.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 15 Description of the appliance TIMER SAVER By pressing this button the washing time is reduced with COTTONS, LINEN/EASY CARES and DELICATES programmes. For use when washing lightly soiled laundry. This option is not available with 40-60 MIX and ENERGY SAVING programmes.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 16 Description of the appliance Cancelling a programme To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selector dial to the OFF (RESET) position. Warning! After cancelling a programme, please check if there is water left in the drum, otherwise turn the selector dial first to OFF (RESET), then select the programme DRAIN and the end press the START PAUSE button.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 17 Detergent dispenser drawer * * Compartment for prewash detergent and stain remover. The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. It is emptied at the beginning of the wash cycle. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch). It is emptied at the last rinse.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 18 Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and care labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). • To prevent the laundry from getting damaged and forming bundles, it is advisable to close zips, button up pillowcases and quilt covers and tie up loose straps such as those of aprons.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 19 Preparing the wash cycle Weight of laundry Sort of laundry Approximate dry weights Bathrobes 1200 g Work shirts 300-600 g Quilt covers 700 g Sheets 500 g Blouses 100 g Hand towels 200 g Tea towels 100 g Shirts 200 g Pillowcases 200 g Night-gowns/Pyjamas 200-250 g Tablecloths 200-300 g Underwear 250 g Types of fabric and care labels The labels on garments help you to select the most suitable wash programme.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 20 Preparing the wash cycle Delicates 40 30 Microfibres, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols require a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. 40 30 Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are particularly sensitive to machine washing. The WOOL programme is suitable for this type of fabric.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 21 Detergents and additives Which detergent and additive? Use only detergents and additives for washing machines. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 22 How to wash Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as evenly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additives Pull the drawer out till it stops. Pour the main wash detergent into compartment . If you wish to perform a PREWASH pour detergent into compartment . If you wish to perform a STAIN pour the Stain * Remover into compartment .
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 23 How to wash Select the desired options RINSE depending on the degree of soil of the laundry. The corresponding light comes on. PREWASH STAIN TIME SAVER DELAY TIMER SENSITIVE Select the spin speed or RINSE HOLD option It is possible to select a lower spin speed by means of the relevant button; the light corresponding to the selected speed comes on. Selecting the option RINSE HOLD the laundry is left immersed in the final rinse water.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 24 How to wash Starting the programme 1. Check that the water tap is opened and the drain hose is correctly connected. 2. Press START PAUSE to start the programme. The corrisponding light stops flashing and only the pilot light of the running phase wiil stay on If the Delay Start option has been selected the programme will start at the end of the countdown.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 25 How to wash At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. A steadly zero appears on the display. The END light comes on in the programme progress display and the START PAUSE pilot light has gone out. If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the light DOOR will be red and the DOOR will be locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out. The display will show a static zero.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 26 Programme chart Wash programmes for cottons, mixed and synthetics Wash Temp. programme COTTONS and Linens Additional functions Max. load White Cotton and linen, for ex. normally soiled work garments, sheets, household linen, underwear, towels. PREWASH, STAIN, SENSITIVE, TIME SAVER RINSE+, SPIN RED./ RINSE HOLD 8 kg 2.9 75 PREWASH, STAIN SENSITIVE RINSE+ SPEED RED./ RINSE HOLD 8 kg 1.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 27 Programme chart Wash programmes for delicates, wool and silk Wash Temp. programme Consumption* Energy Water lt. kWh Fabrics Additional functions Max. load Delicate fabrics, for example curtains. PREWASH, STAIN** RINSE+ TIME SAVER SPIN RED./ RINSE HOLD 3.5 kg 0.6 65 Wool, wool mixtures 40°-30° bearing the “Pure new wool, Hand wash COLD non-shrink, machine washable” label SPIN RED./ RINSE HOLD 2 kg 0.45 65 SPIN RED./ RINSE HOLD 1 kg 0.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 28 Programme chart Special programmes Programme Description This programme can be DELICATE used for rinsing RINSES hand washed garments Programme phases Consumption* Additional Max. Energy Water functions load kWh lt. 3 rinses with liquid SPIN RED. / additive. 8 kg Short spin RINSE HOLD (max. 1000 r.p.m.) 0.04 60 - - SPIN RED. 8/4 kg - - Separate spin DELICATE for synthetics, Short spin. delicate fabrics (max. 1000 r.p.m.) SPIN and wool SPIN RED.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 29 Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a little to let it dry. Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate. If the machine is not used for a prolonged period: Close the water tap and unplug the appliance. Periodical cleaning Exterior Clean the outside of the cabinet with soap and water only. Rinse with clean water and dry.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 30 Cleaning and maintenance Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold. 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: Disconnect the appliance.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 31 Cleaning and maintenance Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. Screw the pump fully in. Close the pump door. Water inlet filter If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the hose from the tap. Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff brush.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 32 Cleaning and maintenance Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine: pull out the plug from the power socket; close the water tap; if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; open the the pump door; place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the bowl.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 33 Something not working? If during the spin cycle the machine makes an unusual whistling noise, different from the noise made by traditional washing machines, this is due to a new type of motor. If water is not visible in the drum, this is due to the modern technology of new washing machines that use less water than traditional machines. Troubleshooting If a problem arises, you can try to solve it yourself following the instructions below.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 34 Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The water tap is closed (E10). Open the water tap. The water inlet hose is squashed or kinked (E10). The machine does not fill The machine fills then empties immediately Check the whole length of the hose and remove the kink. The small filter of the water Clean the filter. inlet hose is clogged (E10). The door is not properly closed (E40). Close the door. The end of the drain hose is too low.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 35 Something not working? Problem The machine vibrates or is noisy The door will not open Possible cause Solution The transit bolts have not been removed. Check that the machine has been unpacked as described in the Installation section. The feet have not been adjusted. Carefully level the machine. There is little laundry in the drum. Correct operation of the machine is not affected. The programme is still running and the drum is turning.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 36 Something not working? Unsatisfactory washing results If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • The programme/temperature has not been correctly selected. If grey stains remain on the laundry • Laundry stained with ointments, grease or oil has been washed with an insufficient amount of detergent.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 37 Technical data Height x Width x Depth Height adjustment Load (depending on programme) Use Drum speed during washing Drum speed during spinning Water pressure 85x60x63 cm ± 10 mm approx. 8 kg max. domestic max. 55 rpm 1400/1000/700/500 rpm 0.05 - 0.8 MPa This appliance complies with the following EC directives: - 73/23/EEC of 19.2.1973 “Low voltage directive”, including directive 93 / 68 / EEC - 89/336/EEC of 3.5.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 38 Service & Spare Parts If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with your appliance please contact your local AEG/ELECTROLUX 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.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 39 Service & spare Parts This information can be found on the rating plate, so you have these numbers to hand we recommed you write them below. Prod. No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ser. No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 40 Guarantee Conditions AEG/ELECTROLUX 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.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 41 Gurantee Conditions - 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 appliance.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 42 Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom. Remove the power supply cable and the draining hose from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance. HEC0008 With a suitable spanner, supplied with the machine unscrew and remove the central rear bolt A. Slide out the relevant plastic spacer.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 43 Installation Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet. Important! All the different plug caps are supplied with the appliance in the plastic bag containing the HEC0005 instruction booklet. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph “Water inlet”. Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 44 Installation • This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply. 1. Open the porthole and extract the inlet hose. 2. Connect the hose with the angled connection to the machine. Important! Do not place the inlet hose downwards. Angle the hose to the left or right depending on the position of your water tap. 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.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 45 Installation Place the drain hose into your standpipe, which should have an internal diameter of approximately 38mm thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe. 30 cm (12") 38 mm (11.2) standpipe diameter P1074 Max. 90 cm (35.4) 3 pin Min. 60 cm (23.6) When discharging into a standpipe ensure that the top of the standpipe is no more than 90 cm (35.4'') and no less than 60 cm (23.6'') above floor level.
132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 46 Installation If you intend the drain hose from the machine to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U -Piece” supplied. Important Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.
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132978470 UK.qxd 21/02/2007 14.33 Pagina 48 AEG/ELECTROLUX Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg-electrolux.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG/ELECTROLUX 132.978.470-01-02007 Subject to change without notice. From the Electrolux Group. The world’s No. 1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use.