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132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 3 3 electrolux Welcome to the world of Electrolux Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. You find some examples on the cover in this manual. Please take a few minutes to study this manual so that you can take advantage of the benefits of your new machine.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 4 4 contents electrolux Contents Safety information..............................5 Product description ...........................7 Control panel .....................................8 Use....................................................9 Washing hints ..................................17 International wash code symbol ......20 Washing programme ..................21-23 Programme information ..............24-25 Care and cleaning ...........................
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 5 safety information electrolux 5 Safety Information In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 6 6 safety information electrolux ● ● ● If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the “dangers of freezing”chapter. Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Use This appliance is designed for domestic use.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 7 electrolux product description 7 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The New Jet system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.
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132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 9 use electrolux 9 Use First Use ● ● Load the laundry Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Close the door. Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystryrene block and any material from the drum.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 10 10 electrolux use 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. C0065 Cottons ● Synthetics ● Delicates ● Wool , Handwash , , Lingerie Silk , Jeans and Soak . ● Special programmes: Rinses, Drain, Spin and Delicate Spin . The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position O to Reset programme/ Switching OFF of the machine.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 11 use electrolux 11 Select the temperature ● ● Press this button repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature, if you want your laundry to be washed at a temperature different from the one proposed by the washing machine. Maximum temperatures are 90°C for cottons, 60°C for synthetics, 40°C for delicates, Lingerie and Jeans programme, wool and fabrics to be handwashed, 30°C for silk and soak while corresponds to cold wash.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 12 12 electrolux use When the programme has finished, the display shows a 0.00 flashing, the (Door) icon is still visualized, the Start/Pause light is off and the door is locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out. To empty out the water, please read the previous option steps. Select the Easy Iron option Selecting this button the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier.
2981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 13 use electrolux 13 Cancelling the delayed start • Depress Start/Pause button. • Depress Start/Pause button, the symbol 0’ is displayed. • Depress Start/Pause button again. The Delay Start cannot be selected with Drain programme. Display The display shows the following information: Duration of the selected programme After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed in hours and minutes (for example 2.05). The segments inside the clock icon are animated.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.23 Pagina 14 14 electrolux use Alarm codes In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example E20 (see paragraph “Something not working”). End of programme When the programme has finished a flashing zero is displayed, the (Door) icon desappears and the door can be opened. Heating phase During the washing cycle the display shows the temperature icon animated to indicate that the appliance has started the heating phase of the water in the tub.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 15 15 electrolux columns and margins Select the “Time Manager” option Time Manager Temp. Spin Easy Iron Extra rinse Delay This function allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed by the washing machine. By pressing the “Time Manager” button repeatedly, the duration of the washing cycle can be increased or decreased. A soil level icon will appear on the display to indicate the choosen degree of soil.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 16 16 electrolux use Interrupting a programme Depress the Start/Pause button to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding light starts to flash. Depress the button again to restart the programme. Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to O to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select a new programme. Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the Start/Pause button.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 17 washing hints electrolux 17 Washing hints Sorting 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 for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea 90° cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...) for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas....
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 18 18 electrolux washing hints Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 19 washing hints electrolux 19 Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 20 20 electrolux International wash code symbol 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.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 21 washing programmes electrolux 21 Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature Type of laundry Options Description of programme Cottons Normal 90°- White and coloured cotton: e.g. sheets, tablecloths, household linen, shirts, blouses, underwear. Spin Red. Main wash from 95°C to (cold) 3 rinses Long spin Cottons Eco 90°-60°-40° White and coloured cotton economy, lightly-normally soiled items, shirts, blouses, underwear. Spin Red.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.24 Pagina 22 22 electrolux washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature Type of laundry Options Description of programme Delicates + Prewash 40°-30°- Delicate fabrics, heavy soiled fabrics. Spin Red. Main wash from 40° to (cold) 3 rinses Short spin Delicates 40°-30°- Delicate fabrics, for example curtains. Spin Red.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 23 washing programmes electrolux 23 Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature Type of laundry Rinse Separate rinse cycle for cotton hand washed items. Drain For emptying out the last rinse water in programmes with the Rinse Hold, Night Cycle option or Soak programme. Spin Separate spin for cottons. Delicate Spin O Separate short spin for synthetics, delicates, wool and handwashed fabrics.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 24 24 electrolux programme information Programme information Wool and Handwash Silk Jeans Soak Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the “hand washing” care symbol .
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 25 programme information electrolux 25 Programme information Eco This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton and synthetic items. The temperature will decrease and the washing time will be extended. This allows to obtain a good washing efficiency by saving energy. Rinses With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 26 26 electrolux care and cleaning 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.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 27 care and cleaning electrolux 27 P0038 Cleaning the pump The pump should be inspected 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. • If necessary wait until the water has cooled down. • Open the pump door. P1115 • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 28 28 electrolux care and cleaning Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When replacing the cover, ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it. Cleaning the water inlet filter If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become clogged.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 29 something not working electrolux 29 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.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 30 30 electrolux something not working Malfunction 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. ● Clean the drain pump.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 31 something not working electrolux 31 Malfunction The door will not open: Possible cause Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin: Wait the end of washing cycle. ● Wait for the Door icon desappearing. The programme is still running. ● The door lock has not been released. ● There is water in the drum. ● ● ● The machine vibrates or is noisy: Solution The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. ● The support feet have not been adjusted.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 32 32 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause The machine makes an unusual noise The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of the machine.
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132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 34 34 electrolux consumption value Consumption values Water consumption (in litres) Energy consumption (in kWh) Cottons Normal 95° 56 2.1 Cottons 52 1.19 Cottons + Prewash 70 2.3 Cottons 66 1.4 Synthetics 60° 52 0.9 Synthetics + Prewash 62 1.0 Synthetics 52 0.5 62 0.8 Delicates + Prewash 70 0.7 Delicates 40° 60 0.5 Wool 40° 55 0.4 Handwash 40° 55 0.4 Lingerie 40° 55 0.35 Silk 30° 40 0.25 Jeans 40° 68 1.3 Soak 20 0.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 35 consumption value electrolux 35 The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest temperature for each wash programme. (*) The programme “Cottons Eco ” with 6 kg at 60°C is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 36 installation electrolux 36 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. A HEC0002S 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C.
132981910.qxd 31/08/2006 9.25 Pagina 37 37 electrolux installation 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. Accurate levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation.Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. HEC0010 7.
132981911.qxd 28/11/2006 17:42 Pagina 38 38 electrolux installation 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. Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways: Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine.
132981911.qxd 28/11/2006 17:42 Pagina 39 installation electrolux 39 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. Connect the machine to an earthed socket. The manufacturer declines any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution.
132981911.qxd 28/11/2006 17:42 Pagina 40 40 electrolux environment concerns Environment concerns Ecological hints 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.
132981911.qxd 28/11/2006 17:42 Pagina 41 guarantee conditions electrolux 41 European guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux, in each of the countries listed in the following page, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law.
132981911.qxd 28/11/2006 17:42 Pagina 42 42 electrolux customer service centres Customer Service Centres Should you need further assistance please contact your local Customer Service Centre www.electrolux.
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