user manual Washing Machine RWN 148540 W
electrolux Electrolux. Thinking of you. Share more of our thinking at www.electrolux.com CONTENTS Safety information Product description Control panel First use Personalisation Daily use Helpful hints and tips Washing programmes 2 4 5 8 8 8 13 14 Care and cleaning What to do if… Technical data Consumption values Installation Electrical connection Environment concerns 17 22 24 24 25 28 29 Subject to change without notice SAFETY INFORMATION Important! Read carefully & keep for future reference.
electrolux 3 may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts. Installation • This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. • When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre. • All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section in the user manual.
electrolux To disable this device and restore the possibility of closing the door, rotate the button counterclockwise until the groove is vertical. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Its new washing system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.
electrolux 5 Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak phase or for stain remover used during the stain action phase (if available). The prewash and soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the stain action phase. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. If using liquid detergent pour it just before starting the programme. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).
electrolux 7 DELAY START button (Delay) 8 START/PAUSE button (Avvio/Pausa) 9 TIME MANAGER buttons Programme Selector Dial It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/or to select a programme. extra quantity of water (extra rinse), select this option. Some additional rinses will be performed. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft. Temperature This button allows you to increase or decrease the washing temperature.
electrolux 7 display shows flashing , the icon 2.8 is still visualized, the light of button 8 is off and the door is locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out. To empty out the water, please read the paragraph «At the end of the programme». 2.5: Option icons : Extra Rinse or Easy Iron . 2.6: Delay icon The selected delay set by pressing the relevant button appears on the display for a few seconds, then the duration of the previously selected programme is displayed.
electrolux FIRST USE • Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. • Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum. • Before the first wash, run a cotton cycle at the highest temperature with- out any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start the machine.
electrolux 9 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. If the flap is not in the desired position: • Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Flap for powder or liquid detergent UP- The flap position if using POWDER detergent The flap is down and you wish to use powder detergent: • Turn the flap up.
electrolux • Measure out the detergent. • Pour the powder detergent into the main wash compartment . • Measure out the detergent. For the quantity of detergent, refer always to what is written on the product packing and ensure that the detergent can be poured in the drawer. • Pour the liquid detergent in the compartment without exceeding the limit indicated in the flap. • Remove the remaining powder form the flap.
electrolux 11 Warning! Do not use the flap in "DOWN" position with: • Gelatinous detergent or thick detergent. • Powder detergent. • With programmes with prewash. • Do not use liquid detergent if the washing programme doesn't start immediately. In these cases, use the flap in "UP" position . Select the required programme by turning the programme selector dial (1) Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme.
electrolux 3. Press button 8 again to start the programme. Important! The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing programme again. The Delay Start can not be selected with DRAIN programme. Start the programme by pressing button 8 To start the selected programme, press the button 8 , the green pilot light of the button 8 stops blinking. The icon 2.8 appears on the display to indicate that the appliance starts operating and the door is locked.
electrolux 13 After closing the door, it is necessary to select the programme and options again and to press button 8 . At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. Three ) appear on the disblinking zeros ( play and the pilot light of button 8 goes off. Some acoustic signals sound for a few minutes. If a programme or an option that ends with water left in the tub has been selected, the icon 2.8 remains displayed to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door.
electrolux Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone1), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste. 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.
electrolux 15 Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options Sintetici 60° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 900 rpm Max. load 4 kg - Reduced load 2 kg1) Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses. SPIN REDUCTION NO SPIN RINSE HOLD NIGHT CYCLE PREWASH2) EXTRA RINSE TIME MANAGER Delicati 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 700 rpm Max.
electrolux Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options Centrifuga Drain and long spin Maximum spin speed: 1400 rpm Max. load 8 kg Separate spin for hand washed garments and after programmes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option selected. You can choose the spin speed by pressing the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun. SPIN REDUCTION Eco 90° - 40° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 1400 rpm Max.
electrolux 17 Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options Cool clean Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 1200 rpm Max. load 3 kg Highly energy efficient cold wash programme for lightly soiled laundry made of cottons, synthetic or mixed fabrics. This programme requires the use of detergent which is already active in cold water.
electrolux Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. Flush it out under a tap, to remove any traces of accumulated powder. To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment should be removed. Clean all parts with water. Washing drum Rust deposits in the drum may occur due to rusting foreign bodies in the washing or tap water containing iron. Important! Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling agents, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool.
electrolux 19 Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if: • the appliance does not empty and/or spin; • the appliance makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump; • a problem with water draining is detected (see chapter “What to do if...” for more details). 5. Pull out the emergency emptying cap from the filter cover, using pliers.
electrolux 8. Check carefully whether the pump impeller rotates (it rotates jerkily). If it doesn’t rotate, please contact your Service Centre. 9. Replace the filter into the pump by inserting it correctly into the special guides. Screw the pump cover firmly by turning it clockwise. 10. Replace the emergency emptying cap into the filter cover and fix it firmly. 11. Close the pump door.
electrolux 21 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. When refitting the pump cover , ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it.
electrolux 6. When you intend to start the machine up again, make sure that the room temperature is above 0°C. WHAT TO DO IF… 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.
electrolux 23 Problem Possible cause/Solution There is water on the floor: Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much foam) has been used. • Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one. Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is damp. • Check the water inlet hose connection. The drain or inlet hose is damaged. • Replace it with a new one.
electrolux 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. TECHNICAL DATA Dimensions Width Height Depth Depth (Overall dimensions) 60 cm 85 cm 60 cm 63 cm Electrical connection Voltage - Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate, on the inner edge of the appliance door.
electrolux 25 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. 2. Remove the power supply cable and the draining hose from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance. 3.
electrolux 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. C B B C 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C . 7. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet. D C C Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc.
electrolux 27 35° Caution! Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. 45° wall or other kitchen units. Level the washing machine by raising or lowering the feet. The feet may be tight to adjust as they incorporate a self locking nut, but the machine MUST be level and stable. If necessary, check the setting with a spirit level. Any necessary adjustment can be made with a spanner.
electrolux tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall. • In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must be above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm above the ground. • Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm. The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated, i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger than the outside diameter of the drain hose. The drain hose must not be kinked.
electrolux 29 ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product.
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