ÖKO-LAVAMAT 61300 The environmentally friendly washing machine Instruction book
Dear Customer, Please read this instruction book through carefully, before using the appliance. Please ensure you fully understand the safety instructions on the first pages of this instruction book! Retain the instruction book for future reference, and pass it on to any future owners. The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!, Important!), emphasizes information which is important for your safety or the correct functioning of the appliance.
Contents CONTENTS Operating Instructions .................................... 6 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Environmental Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Description of the Appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents 4 Program Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate soak . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate Fabric Softening/Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Separate Rinse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Installation and Connection Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Installation Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Appliance Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Front and Side Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Rear View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Operating Instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety Instructions Your safety is of paramount importance, please ensure you read these warnings before installing or using the appliance. If you are unsure about any of the meanings of these warnings, contact the Customer Care Department. Prior to Initial Start-up Observe the "Installation and Connection Instructions" in this instruction book.
Operating Instructions Child Safety This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance. Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines. Please check the drum before use. Keep all packaging well away from children. Keep all detergents in a safe place out of childrens reach. When disposing of the appliance, cut off the mains cable, and destroy the plug.
Operating Instructions 2 Disposal Packaging Dispose of the packaging material correctly. All packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be disposed of without any danger to the environment. The external plastic covering and bags inside are made of polyethylene (marking >PE<). The padding is made of CFC free expanded polystyrene (marking >PS<).
Operating Instructions Description of the Appliance Front View Control panel Detergent dispenser drawer Rating plate (behind door) Door with handle Flap in front of drain pump Height adjustable feet Detergent Dispenser Drawer k Pre wash detergent/ soaking agent or stain remover l Main wash detergent in powder form and water softenening agent if required w Liquid conditioners (fabric softener, starch) Suction cap (must be firmly pushed on) 9
Operating Instructions Control Panel Final spin speed/ RINSE HOLD selector EASY-CARES Button Program selector Temperature selector COTTONS/LINEN Button WOOLLENS DELICATES ON/OFF Button Button Button Program Selector The program selector determines the type of the washing cycle.
Operating Instructions MAIN WASH Main wash for normally soiled washing. QUICK WASH Shortened main wash cycle for lightly soiled washing. RINSE Separate rinse, e.g. for rinsing hand washed fabrics (spin according to the type of washing or rinse hold). 3 Rinse hold means: the washing is left in the last rinse water, it is not spun. CONDITIONER Conditioner rinse (or starching): liquid conditioner or starch is added from the À compartment during the rinse, spin according to the type of washing or rinse hold.
Operating Instructions Temperature Selector Using the temperature selector you can select a temperature between COLD and 95 °C. 2 E Position (Energy Saving): Energy saving program at approx. 67 °C for lightly to normally soiled cotton washing. Type of Washing Buttons COTTONS/LINEN For cottons and linen. EASY-CARES For easy care washing (temperature automatically limited to maximum 60° C.
Operating Instructions Consumption Data and Wash Times The values given in the following table for selected programmes were calculated under standard conditions. They provide a useful guide for operation in the home. Program Selector MAIN WASH Temperature Selector Type of Washing Button Water Load in in kg litres Cold fill connection Hot and Cold fill connection1) Energy Time2) in Energy Time2) in in kWh minutes in kWh minutes 95 COTTONS/ LINEN 5 54 1.70 143 1.
Operating Instructions Preparing a Wash Load Sorting and preparing a wash load Sort washing according to care symbol and type (see "Washing types and care symbols"). Empty all pockets. Remove metal objects (paper clips, safety pins etc.). In order to prevent bunching up of washing and damage to washing, close zippers, button up duvets and pillow cases, and tie up loose straps such as from aprons. Turn articles with double layered textiles inside out (sleeping bags, anoraks etc.).
Operating Instructions Washing Types and Care Symbols Care symbols assist in the selection of the correct washing program. Washing should be sorted according to type and care symbol. The temperatures indicated in the care symbols are maximum temperatures. Cottons ç Textiles made from cotton and linen with this care symbol will withstand maximum wash actions and high temperatures. The COTTONS/LINEN program is appropriate for this type of washing.
Operating Instructions Detergents and Conditioners Only use detergents and fabric softeners suitable for automatic washing machines. As a general rule follow the instructions of the detergent manufacturers. Which Detergent? To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines.
Operating Instructions And in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you choose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form, is down to personal choice. Traditional Powders Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum.
Operating Instructions How much Detergent and Fabric Softener? The amount to be used depends on the load: 3 If the detergent manufacturer does not make any specifications for small loads, use a third less for half loads, and for very small loads only use half of the amount of washing powder recommended for a full load. the soiling: For only lightly soiled washing use less washing powder. Follow the instructions of the detergent manufacturer.
Operating Instructions Run wash cycle Brief instructions To run a wash cycle proceed as follows: 0 1. Check whether the water tap is open. 2. Open the door, load the washing. 3. Shut the door. 4. Add detergent/conditioner. 5. Set the correct washing program: set the program on the program selector; set the temperature on the temperature selector; press the desired additional button to select the type of washing. 6. Press the ON/OFF button. The washing machine is switched on.
Operating Instructions Loading the Washing See "Program Tables" for maximum loads. For information about the correct preparation of the washing see "Washing Types and Care Symbols". 0 1. Sort and prepare washing according to type. 2. Open the door: pull the handle on the door. 3. Load the washing. Important! Do not trap any washing when closing the door! The fabrics and the machine could be damaged! 4. Close the door firmly.
Operating Instructions Selecting the Washing Program 3 See "Program tables" for suitable program and correct temperature for the respective type of washing. Set the washing program Important! Program selector may only be rotated clockwise! 0 1. Set the program selector to the washing program desired. 2. Set the temperature selector to the desired temperature. 3. Select type of washing. The display indicator of the type of washing selected is visible. To deselect press another button.
Operating Instructions Set the Final Spin Speed or Select RINSE HOLD 0 If necessary change the spin speed for the final spin or select RINSE HOLD: turn the selector knob to the position required. If RINSE HOLD is selected, the washing stays in the final rinse water, it is not spun.
Operating Instructions End of Wash Cycle/Removing the Washing The washing program is completed when the ON/OFF button display lamp goes out. 0 After a rinse hold After a rinse hold the water must first be pumped out or the washing spun: Either turn the program selector clockwise to SPIN (washing is spun in accordance with the program which has just run), or turn the program selector clockwise to PUMP OUT (water is pumped out). After the program has finished 4. Open the door. 5. Remove the washing. 6.
Operating Instructions Program Tables Washing The following tables list the most commonly used and most helpful programs. Type of washing, care symbol max.
Operating Instructions Separate soak Type of washing Cottons/Linen max. load (dry weight) Program selector Temperature selector 5kg Additional buttons COTTONS/LINEN Easy-cares 2,5kg Delicates 2,5kg SOAKING COLD to 40 EASY-CARES DELICATES Separate Fabric Softening/Starching Type of washing Cottons/Linen max.
Operating Instructions Maintenance and Cleaning Control Panel Important! Do not use household furniture polish or abrasive cleaners to clean the panel and operating parts. Wipe over the operating panel with a damp cloth. Use warm water. 0 Detergent Dispenser Drawer The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 0 1. Pull the detergent dispenser drawer out as far as it will go. 2. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling sharply. 3. Remove the suction cap. Suction cap 4.
Operating Instructions What to do when 3 The whistling noise when spinning may be different to your prevous washing machine which is due to the modern drive system. Trouble Shooting If you call out an engineer and the fault is listed here, a charge is levied even if the appliance is in guarantee. Fault Possible cause The mains plug is not connected. Washing machine does The fuse of the household not work. electrical system is faulty. The machine does not take in water.
Operating Instructions Fault Excessive foaming during the main wash. Water is leaking out from under the washing machine. Fabric softener is not added, compartment À for fabric softener is filled with water. Appliance does not spin, water in the drum. Possible cause Remedy Probably too much washing powder was used. It may be necessary to reduce the amount of detergent used. Follow the detergent manufacturer´s recommendations. The inlet hose connection is not tight.
Operating Instructions Fault Washing powder residues are left in the detergent dispenser drawer. Possible cause Remedy The water tap is not fully open. Open the water tap fully. The inlet hose filter is blocked. Clean the filter The inlet valve filter is blocked. Disconnect the inlet hose from the machine and clean filter. Program selector jumps PRE WASH combined with past PRE WASH WOOLLENS. PRE WASH cannot be combined with WOOLLENS. The program selector remains on SOAKING.
Operating Instructions If the Washing Results are not Satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits are present in the drum Insufficient washing powder has been added. Incorrect washing powder was used. Stains were not pretreated. Program or temperature was not set correctly. When using modular washing powders the individual components were not used in the correct ratio.
Operating Instructions Carrying out an Emergency Emptying If the washing machine no longer pumps out the water an emergency emptying must be carried out. If the washing machine is located in a room in which below freezing temperatures might occur, emergency emptying must be carried out if danger of freezing occurs. Furthermore, the inlet hose must be disconnected from the tap, drained and laid on the floor. Warning! Switch the washing machine off and pull the mains plug prior to emergency draining.
Operating Instructions When the Water is Completely Drained: 7. Push and twist the plug firmly back into the emergency emptying hose. 8. Push the emergency emptying hose back in a little and let it catch on to the holder. 9. Put on the flap and close. The ÖKO lock does not function when the machine has been fully emptied. Therefore add approx. 1 litre of water before the next wash (pour in through the detergent dispenser drawer).
Operating Instructions Selecting suds cooling or suds cooling and an extra rinse The washing machine is on a very economical water consumption setting. For people who suffer from a washing powder allergy, it may be helpful to rinse with extra water (extra rinse cycle). This can be set with the extra water switch: Position 1: Suds cooling The suds are cooled down before being pumped out at the end of the main wash (by adding cold water). This reduces thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing.
Service & Spare Parts SERVICE & SPARE PARTS If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with your appliance please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks 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.
Guarantee Conditions GUARANTEE CONDITIONS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appliance. 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. The guarantee covers all parts or components which fail due to faulty workmanship or faulty materials.
Installation and Connection Instructions INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Safety Precautions This appliance is heavy, care should be taken when moving it. When moving, do not tip the washing machine onto its front or left hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the possibility of electrical components becoming wet. Before installation inspect the machine for transport damage. Do not connect the appliance if it is damaged contact your retailer.
Installation and Connection Instructions Appliance Dimensions Front and Side Views Rear View Hot Water inlet Cold Water inlet 37
Installation and Connection Instructions Appliance Installation 3 The appliance worktop must not be removed to gain a height reduction when installing under a kitchen worktop. Appliance Transit To prevent electrical components becoming wet when moving the appliance, do not tip the washing machine onto its front or the left hand side (viewed from the front). Do not transport the appliance without the transit packaging/bolts/ bar in place.
Installation and Connection Instructions Removing Transit Packaging Important! Ensure all transit packaging is removed prior to installation. Retain transit packaging for future use. The appliance is supplied with a spanner (H) and plastic caps (E) (2 pcs.) and (G) (1 pc). 0 1. Remove the hose holder (A). 2. Remove the 2 screws (B) with the spanner supplied (H). 3. Remove the 4 screws (C). 4. Remove the transit bar (D). 5. Cover the holes left by screws (B) the 2 plastic caps (E).
Installation and Connection Instructions Installation-Site Preparation The installation surface must be clean, dry and level. Do not install on deep pile carpet. If the appliance is installed next to heat source (e. g. cooking appliance), a heat insulating pad (85 x 57 cm) must be placed between the washing machine and the heat source. Do not install the appliance in locations where the temperature may fall below freezing.
Installation and Connection Instructions Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. 1 WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate. The rating plate is located at the top of the rim of the open door.
Installation and Connection Instructions Permanent Connection In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3 mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations. The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point.
Installation and Connection Instructions Water Pressure The appliance is designed to operate within the following water pressure limits: minimum 1 bar (14.5 p. s. i.) maximum 10 bar (145 p. s. i.) IMPORTANT! At more than 10 bar (145 p. s. i.): Install pressure-reducing valve. At less than 1 bar (14.5 p. s. i.
Installation and Connection Instructions Hot and Cold Water Connection Washing machines with hot and cold fill should be connected as shown below. Important! The incoming hot water temperature must not exceed 70 °C. hot cold hot If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to the cold water outlet by means of a Y connection piece. (A Y piece is available from your AEG Service Force Centre, part number 645.430.709.
Installation and Connection Instructions Water Drainage The upright standpipe should have a minimum, length of 30 cm (12) from the bottom of the elbow to the top of the pipe (see diagram). Make sure that it is designed in such a way that the end of the drain hose cannot be covered with water. Longer drain hoses are available in lengths of 2.7 and 4 metres from your AEG Service Force Centre.
Installation and Connection Instructions Technical Data Height x Width x Depth Depth with open door Height adjustment Weight when empty Load (depending on the program) Area of use Wash cycle drum speed Spin cycle drum speed Water pressure 85x60x60cm 95cm approx. +10/-5mm approx. 85kg max. 5kg Household max. 53min-1 r.p.m. see rating plate 1-10bar (=10100N/cm2 = 0.1 1.
Index INDEX C Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 16, 17, 20, liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9, Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 15, 24, Customer care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 20 25 34 Danger of freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6, Delicates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 15, 24, Detergent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9, 16, 17, 18, liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17, Door opening . . . . . . . . .
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