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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 7 8 8 11 12 Care and cleaning What to do if… Technical data Consumption values Installation Electrical connection Environment concerns 15 19 21 22 22 25 25 Subject to change without notice. SAFETY INFORMATION Important! Read carefully & keep for future reference.
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 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. 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Door opening handle DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak phase or for stain remover used during the stain action phase (if available).
electrolux 5 CONTROL PANEL Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the buttons, pilot lights and the display. These are presented by relevant numbers on the following pages.
electrolux DISPLAY 2.12 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 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. 2.3: Spin value 2.4: Spin speed icons. • No spin • Rinse Hold • Night Cycle During the spinning phase the spiral is animated.
electrolux 7 In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for exam(see paragraph «What to do ple if...»). • Delay Time value 2.10: Soil degree icons • Intensive • Normal • Daily • Light • Quick • Super Quick • Refresh • Super Refresh (see paragraph «Select Time Manager option»). 2.11: Clock icon After the programme has started, the duration is displayed and the clock icon is animated. 2.
electrolux PERSONALISATION ACOUSTIC SIGNALS The machine is provided with an acoustic device, which sounds in the following cases: • at the end of the cycle • if there is a fault. By pressing the 5 and 6 buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is deactivated (except if there is a fault). By pressing these 2 buttons again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.
electrolux 9 SELECT THE REQUIRED PROGRAMME BY TURNING THE PROGRAMME SELECTOR DIAL (1) Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The washing machine will propose a temperature and automatically select the maximum spin value provided for the programme you have chosen. You can change these values by operating the corresponding buttons. The green pilot light of the button 8 starts to flash. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or counterclockwise.
electrolux 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. To interrupt a programme which is running, press the button 8: the green pilot light starts to blink. To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button 8 again.
electrolux 11 AT THE END OF THE PROGRAMME The machine stops automatically. Three ) appear on the disblinking zeros ( play. 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 set, the icon 2.8 remains displayed to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door. The drum continues to run at regular intervals until the water draining.
electrolux then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach. 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.
electrolux 13 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 900 rpm Max. load 3,5 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 DELICATES 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 DRAIN Draining of water Max. load 7 kg For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option selected. SPIN Drain and long spin Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm Max. load 7 kg Separate spin for hand washed garments and after programmes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option selected.
electrolux 15 Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry Options SPORT LIGHT 30° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 700 rpm Max. load 2,5 kg Short programme for lightly soiled mixed fabric sports clothes. SPIN REDUCTION NO SPIN 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.
electrolux EXTERNAL CLEANING Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly. Important! Do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the cabinet. 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.
electrolux 17 Warning! 1. Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. 2. Do not remove the filter while the appliance operates. Do not clean the drain pump if the water in the appliance is hot. The water must be cold before you clean the drain pump. To clean the drain pump: 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.
electrolux 11. Close the drain pump door. Warning! 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 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.
electrolux 19 Make sure that the temperature is more than 0 °C before you use the appliance again. The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by low temperatures. 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 The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: The drain hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the drain hose connection. The drain filter is clogged. • Clean the drain filter. An option or a programme that ends with the water still in the tub or that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected. • Select the draining or spinning programme. The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. • Redistribute the laundry.
electrolux 21 Problem Possible cause/Solution 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. No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance.
electrolux Average annual water consumption1) litres 7899 Washing noise on normal 60° C cotton programme dB/A 54 Spinning noise on normal 60° C cotton programme dB/A 78 1) Complies with EN60456. CONSUMPTION VALUES Programme1) Energy consumption (KWh)2) Water consumption (litre)2) White Cottons 95 °C 2.10 62 Cottons 60 °C 1.35 58 Cottons 40 °C 0.75 58 Synthetics 40 °C 0.55 51 Delicates 40 °C 0.55 63 Wool/ Handwash 30 °C 0.25 58 1) Refer to the display for the programme time.
electrolux 23 2. Remove the power supply cable and the draining and inlet hose from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance. 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. 3. Unscrew the three bolts. 2 1 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers. 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 The rubber feet are particularly recommended on floating, slippery and wooden floors. Mount the rubber feet to prevent vibration, noises and displacement of the appliance during operation. Read carefully the instructions supplied with the kit. WATER INLET Warning! This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply. 1. Connect the water inlet hose supplied with the machine to a tap with a 3/4" thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance.
electrolux 25 The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. 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.
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