user manual Washer Dryer EWW 168543 W
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electrolux 3 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 drum the machine incorporates a special feature. To activate this device, rotate the button (without pressing it) inside the door clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If necessary use a coin. 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.
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 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 2 3 Programme selector dial Display TEMPERATURE button SPIN reduction button AUTOMATIC DRYING button DRYING TIME button DELAY START button START/PAUSE button TIME MANAGER buttons PROGRAMME SELECTOR DIAL It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/or to select a programme.
electrolux 7 DISPLAY 2.15 2.1 2.2 2.3 2.4 2.5 The display shows the following information: 2.1:Temperature value . 2.2: Temperature icons , Cold The animation of this icon shows the heating phase of the water in the tub. 2.3: Spin value 2.4: Spin speed icons • No spin • Rinse Hold • Night Cycle During the spinning phase the spiral is animated. No spin option eliminates all the spin phases and increases the number of rinses for some programmes.
electrolux • End of programme When the programme has finished three flashing zeros 0.00 are displayed. The light of button 8 is off. • Incorrect option selection If an option not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message Err is displayed for a few seconds. The integrated red light of button 8 flashes. • Alarm codes Some alarm codes are displayed in the event of operating problems (see paragraph «What to do if... »).
electrolux 9 2. After pressing button 8: it will be impossible to change any other programme or option. To enable or disable this option press simultaneously for about 6 seconds buttons 6 and 7 until on the display, the icon pears or disappears. ap- DAILY 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. Make sure that no laundry stays between the seal and the door.
electrolux SELECT THE TEMPERATURE BY PRESSING BUTTON 3 By selecting a programme, the appliance proposes automatically a default temperature. Press this button repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature, if you want your laundry to be washed at a different temperature. REDUCE THE SPIN SPEED BY PRESSING BUTTON 4 By selecting a programme, the appliance proposes automatically the maximum spin speed provided for that programme.
electrolux 11 Soil Level Icon Type of fabric Quick For very slightly soiled items Super Quick For items used or worn for a short time 1) Refresh1) 2) For refreshing items only Super Refresh 1) 2) For refreshing a very few items only 1) We recommend you to reduce the load sizes (see Washing programmes table). 2) When you select this option the relevant icon appears just for a while and then it disappears immediately.
electrolux USE - DRYING DRYING ONLY Warning! The recommended load size is 4 kg for cottons and linen, 3 kg for synthetic items and 1.5 kg for wool. Important! For wool items the timed drying is the only drying available (Drying Time button). By pressing Drying Time button it is also possible to dry up to 6 kg of cotton items (see the «Drying Programme » table). Warning! The water tap must be open and the drain hose must be positioned in the sink or connected to the drain pipe. 1. Load the laundry. 2.
electrolux 13 3. Switch the machine on by turning the selector dial to the set washing programme/fabric. 4. Select the required options by pressing the relevant buttons. If possible, do not select a spin speed lower than that proposed by the appliance to avoid too long a drying time therefore saving energy. In any case the reduction of the spin speed is only possible after selecting drying. For cottons and synthetic the lowest value you can select is 900 r.p.m. 5.
electrolux • After the drying phase, thoroughly clean the empty drum, the gasket and the door with a wet rag. HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS 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...
electrolux 15 Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only). Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone1), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain. Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.
electrolux ings, bulky garments such as anoraks, bed covers, quilts, sleeping bags and duvets must not be machine dried. • Avoid drying dark clothes with light coloured fluffy items such as towels as these can attract the fluff. • Remove the laundry when the appliance has finished drying. • To avoid a static charge when drying is completed, use either a fabric softener when you are washing the laundry or a fabric conditioner specifically for tumble dryers.
electrolux 17 Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Options Synthetics 60° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 900 rpm Max. load 4 kg - Reduced load 2 kg Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses. SPIN REDUCTION NIGHT CYCLE RINSE HOLD NO SPIN EXTRA RINSE TIME MANAGER1) Delicates 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 700 rpm Max.
electrolux Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Cottons Economy 90° - 40° Main wash - Rinses Spin at the maximum speed Max. load 8 kg White and fast coloured cotton. This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton items. The temperature will decrease and the washing time will be extended. This allows to obtain a good washing efficiency so saving energy.
electrolux 19 TIMED PROGRAMMES Type of Fabric Drying Load Spin Speed (rpm) Suggested drying time (minutes) EXTRA DRY Ideal for towelling materials Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc) 6 kg 4 kg 2 kg 1600 195-215 120-130 70-80 STORE DRY Suitable for items to put away without ironing Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc) 6 kg 4 kg 2 kg 1600 185-205 110-120 60-70 STORE DRY Suitable for items to put away without ironing Synthetics and mixed fabrics (jumpers, blouses, underwear
electrolux CLEANING THE DISPENSER DRAWER The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. 1 2 Important! Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling agents, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool. 1. Remove any rust deposits on the drum with a cleaning agent for stainless steel. 2.
electrolux 21 1. Open the pump door. 2. Put a container below the recess of the drain pump to collect the water that flows out. 3. Press the two levers and pull forward the drainage duct to let the water flow out. 4. When the container is full of water, put the drainage duct back again and empty the container. Do steps 3 and 4 again and again until no more water flows out from the drain pump. 7. Remove fluff and objects from the pump. 8. Make sure that the impeller of the pump can turn.
electrolux refitting the pump cover, ensure it is securely re-tightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it. CLEANING THE WATER INLET FILTERS If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked. 1. Turn off the water tap. 2. Unscrew the water inlet hose. 3. Clean the filter in the hose using a hard bristle brush. 4. Screw the hose back onto the tap. 5. Unscrew the hose from the machine.
electrolux 23 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 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 25 Problem Possible cause/Solution The machine does not dry or does not dry properly: The drying time or the dryness degree has not been selected. • Select the drying time or the dryness degree. The water tap is not turned on. • Open the water tap. The drain filter is clogged. • Clean the drain filter. The machine is overloaded. • Reduce the laundry load in the drum. The selected drying programme, time or dryness degree was not suitable for the laundry.
electrolux CONSUMPTION VALUES Programme Energy consumption (KWh) Water consumption (litres) White Cottons 95° 2.50 62 Cottons 60° 1.70 63 Cotton Energy Saving Programme 60° 1) 1.05 57 Cottons 40° 0.97 62 Synthetics 40° 0.55 51 Delicates 40° 0.53 67 Wool/ Handwash 30° 0.32 64 Programme duration (Minutes) For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the control panel.
electrolux 27 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers. vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation. Caution! Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. 5. Open the porthole and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. 6. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet.
electrolux 2. The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the machine can be turned as showed in the picture. Do not place the inlet hose downwards. Angle the hose to the left or right depending on the position of your water tap. • Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine. In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying. This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall.
electrolux 29 ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required, also taking into account any other appliances in use. Connect the machine to an earthed socket. injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution. The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the machine.
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