32957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 4 27/07/2009 14.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 5 Contents Door seal Drain pump Water inlet filter Frost precautions Emergency emptying out 5 36 36 38 39 39 What to do if...
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 6 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 6 Safety information Instruction booklet 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 7 Safety information 7 • Do not use your washer-dryer to wash and dry 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 8 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 9 Safety information/Product description 9 • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this the machine incorporates 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 anticlockwise until the groove is vertical.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 10 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 10 Detergent dispenser drawer Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent (used for prewash) or stain remover. The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the main wash in programmes with STAINoption. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 11 Control panel 11 Control panel Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the buttons and the display. These are presented by relevant numbers on the following pages. 9 2 1 1 2 3 4 5 Programme selector dial SPIN REDUCTION button AUTODRYING button DRYING TIME button OPTIONS button 3 4 5 6 7 8 OK button 6 7 8 9 START/PAUSE button DELAY START button Display Display (9) 9.1 9.2 9.4 9.3 9 9.9 9.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 12 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 12 Display 9.2 Drying degree indicator allowed by the set programme, IRON DRY , CUPBOARD DRY and EXTRA DRY - symbols, selectable by means of button 3 and indicator «AUTO», connected to the drying programme and the button 4. 9.3 Programme progress indicator: PREWASH , MAIN WASH , RINSE , SPIN OVERDOSAGE , DRYING , ANTI-CREASE phase - symbols The programme progress indicator shows the washing or drying phases of the selected programme.
2957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 13 Display 13 previously selected programme is displayed. The DELAY START symbol will appear on the display. The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour and then, when remains 1 hour, the time decreases every minute. Selected drying time After selecting a drying programme, the drying time is displayed in minutes and/or hours (max 130 mins=2.10). After the programme has started the time remaining is updated every minute.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 14 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 14 First Use First Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum. Run a cotton cycle at 90°C or 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 15 Daily Use - Washing Daily Use Load the laundry 1. 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. 2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a click during closing. Attention! Do not embed the laundry between the door and the rubber joint.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 16 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 16 Use - Washing WASHING Select the required programme by means of programme selector dial (1) You can choose the right programme for any type of laundry following the descriptions on the washing programme tables (see «Washing Programmes»). Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 17 Use - Washing 17 NIGHT CYCLE: by selecting this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. As all spinning phases are suppressed, this washing cycle is very noiseless and it can be selected at night or in times with a more economical power rate. In some programmes the rinses will be performed with more water.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 18 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 18 Use 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 symbol will appear on the display. STAIN option Select this option to treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended main wash with time optimised stain action phase). This option is not available with a temperature lower than 40°C.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 19 Use - Washing 19 Press the START/PAUSE (button 7) To start the selected programme, press the button 7; the corresponding red pilot light stops blinking. The DOOR symbol appears on the display to indicate that the appliance has started operating and the door is locked. To interrupt a programme which is running, press the button 7: the corresponding red pilot light starts blinking.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 20 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 20 Use - Washing Cancelling the delayed start: ● set the washer-dryer to PAUSE by pressing the button 7; ● press the button 8 until the symbol 0’ is displayed; ● press the button 7 again to start the programme. The button 8 cannot be selected with DRAIN programme. Altering an option or a running programme It is possible to change any option before the programme carries it out.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 21 Use - Washing 21 At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically, the pilot light of button 8 and the DOOR symbol go off, a blinking «0» appears on the display and the acoustic signal sounds for some minutes.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 22 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 22 Use - Drying DRYING only The recommended load size is 3,5 kg for cottons and linen, and 2 kg for synthetic items. By pressing Drying Time button it is also possible to dry up to 5 kg of cotton items (see the «Drying Programme » table). 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 23 Use - Drying 23 5. - Press button 7 to start the programme After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute. Note! The different type of cottons (towelling, sheets, shirts, and so on) or any laundry items rolling up during the spinning phase may result in partial dryness.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 24 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 24 Use - Drying 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. The lowest values you can select are the following: - 900 r.p.m. for cottons and synthetic with electronic drying; - 900 r.p.m. for cottons and 700 r.p.m. for fabrics with timed drying. 5.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 25 Washing programmes 25 Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry COTTONS 95° - 30° Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum spin speed Max. load 7 kg - Reduced load 3,5 kg For white and coloured cotton (normally soiled items) 40 - 60 MIX 40° Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum spin speed Max.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 26 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 26 Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry DELICATES 40° - 30° Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 1200 rpm Max. load 3,5 kg - Reduced load 2 kg Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 27 Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry DRAIN Draining of water Max. load 7 kg Available Options For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the option selected, which ends with water left in the tub. SPIN Drain and long spin at the maximum spin speed Max.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 28 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 28 Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry ECO 60° Main wash - Rinses - Long spin at the maximum spin speed Max. load 7 kg TWhite 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 29 Drying programmes 29 Automatic Programmes Degree of drying Extra dry Ideal for towelling materials Type of fabric Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc Cotton and linen (bathrobes, bath towels, etc Store dry (*) Suitable for items to put away without Synthetics and mixed ironing fabrics (jumpers, blouses, underwear, household linen) Iron dry Suitable for ironing Cotton and linen (sheets, tablecloths, shirts, etc.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 30 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 30 Helpful hints and tips 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...). 60°/50° for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 31 Helpful hints and tips 31 Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 32 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 32 Helpful hints and tips Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 33 Helpful hints and tips 33 Use less detergent if: • you are washing a small load, • the laundry is lightly soiled, • large amounts of foam form during washing. For the stain treatment before the washing cycl, follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on detergent quantities. If you use any specific product to remove the stains, you must start the cycle of washing immediately .
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 34 27/07/2009 14.56 Page 34 Drying Hints 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. • Garments padded with foam-rubber or materials similar to foam-rubber must not be machine dried; they represent a fire hazard.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 35 Care and cleaning 35 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 36 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 36 Care and cleaning 2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 3. Clean all parts with water. 4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. 5. 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 37 Care and cleaning 37 4. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. 5. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap. 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 38 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 38 Care and cleaning 7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 39 Care and cleaning 39 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. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out. 3. Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency emptying hose after having put the cap on again.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 40 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 40 What to do if... 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 41 What to do if... Problem The machine fills then empties immediately: The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: 41 Possible cause/Solution The end of the drain hose is too low. • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» section. The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20 • Check the drain hose connection. The drain filter is clogged. E20 • Clean the drain filter.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 42 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 42 What to do if... 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 until the DOOR symbol disappears. 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 43 What to do if... Problem 43 Cause possible/Solution No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance. The display shows the alarm code EF0: Anti-flooding system has activated. • Disconnect the appliance and contact the Service Force Centre If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 44 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 44 Consumption value Water consumption (lltres) Energy consumption (KWh) Programme duration (Minutes) White Cottons 95° 67 2.2 Cottons 60° 63 1.35 (*) Cotton ECOMONY 60° 45 1,05 Cottons 40° 63 0.8 Synthetics 60° 54 0.9 Delicates 40° 63 0.55 Wool (Handwash) 30° 58 0.25 For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on the control panel.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 45 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. 2. Remove the power supply cable and the draining hose from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 46 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 46 Installation 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers. HEC0037 5. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum 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. 7. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph «Water inlet».
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 47 Installation 47 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 48 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 48 Installation 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 49 Installation 49 P1118 Electrical connection Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door and in the chapter «Technical Data». 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 50 27/07/2009 14.57 Page 50 Environment concerns 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.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 14.
132957870_GB.pdf.qxd 27/07/2009 132 957 870 - 00 -342009 Subject to change without notice www.electrolux.com 14.
