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ÖKO-LAVAMAT 86740 update e The Environmentally-Friendly Washing Machine User Information...
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This user information contains information on remedying any faults which may occur, see the section ”What to do if ...”. If these instructions are not sufficient, our After-Sales Service is at your disposal at any time: ELGROEP & AEG SERVICE Bergensesteenweg 719 1502 Lembeek Tel.: 02/3630444 Here you will receive an answer to any question concerning the fea- tures and use of your unit.
Instructions for use Instructions for use Safety The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appli- ances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility to inform you of the following safety information.
Child Safety • Packaging components (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary supervision dur- ing operation and do not allow children to play with the washing ma- chine –...
Instructions for use • Small animals can chew the power cables and water hoses. Risk of electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away from the washing machine. Disposal Dispose the packing material! Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packag- ing materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recy- cled.
Unit Description Front View Drawer for washing deter- gent and care agent Screw feet (height-adjustable); rear left: Automatic adjustment foot Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent Main detergent (powder) and water-softener if required In-wash stain treatment Instructions for use Control panel Rating plate (behind filling...
Instructions for use Control Panel Button Spin speed/ Additional programme- Options Programme knob The programme knob determines the type of the washing cycle (e. g. water level, drum move- ment, number of rinse cycles, spinspeed) depending on the type of washing to be handled, as well as the water temperature.
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COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE) Wash programme from 20 °C to95 °C can be used universally for cot- ton/linen, easy-care (e.g. cotton/polyester) and synthetics. The washing programme adapts itself to the various types of types of weaves and amount of filling.
Instructions for use FASHION Especially gentle programme at 40 °C for modern textilessuch as Viskose, Modal, Cupro, Lyocell, with more gentle handling than with the DELICATE (FIJNE WAS, LINGE DELICAT) programme and more intensive cleaning effect than with the hand wash programme. REFRESH (OPFRISSEN, RAFRAICHIR) Ca.
STAINS (VLEKKEN, TACHES) For handling strongly soiled or stained washing. (Stainssalt or tabs are rinsed in a time optimized manner during the programme cycle). When setting WOOL (WOL, LAINE) /P (handwash programme) the ad- ditional programmes cannot be selected with the buttons. TIME SAVE Shortened washing programme for less soiled washing can be selected in three levels for the programme COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE (WITTE/...
Instructions for use Consumption values and time requirements The values for selected programmes in the following table were deter- mined under normal conditions. Besides the selected settings (additional functions), the consumption values also depend on other conditions such as water temperature or the washing powder/liquid used.
Wash Time Display The wash times for the wash programmes depend on the usual washing practice and the ambient conditions at the place of in- stallation. The washing type and quantity, the type of washing detergent, the water temperature and the room temperature etc.
Instructions for use Before the first wash Carry out a wash cycle without washing; Programme COTTON/LINEN (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS) 95, with half the washing pow- der/liquidquantity. In this way, manufacturing remains in the drum and water container will be removed. Preparing a Wash Load Sorting and preparing a wash load •...
Instructions for use Types of washing and care symbols The care symbols help in the selection of the correct wash programmes. The washing should be sorted according to type and care symbols. The temperature information on the care symbols are always maximum values.
Instructions for use Washing Detergents and Care Agents Which washing detergent and care agent? Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much washing detergent and care agent? The amount to be used depends on: •...
Carrying out a wash cycle Brief instructions A wash cycle is carried out in the following steps: 1. Setting the correct wash programme: – Set programme and temperature with the programme knob, – If necessary, select additional programme. 2. PossiblyChange spin speed, select /RINSE STOP (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.).
Instructions for use Setting the wash programme For suitable programme, correct temperature and possible additional programs for the respective type of washing, see „Programme tables“. 1. With the programme knob, set the desired wash programme and temperature. In the multi-display the probable duration of the set pro- grammes will be shown in minutes.
Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold If necessary, change the spin speed for the final spin / select RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.): Press the button Spin speed/RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.) as often as necessary until the display for the required spin speed (or of RINSE HOLD/GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.) lights If RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.) is se-...
Instructions for use Setting the delay timer/soaking time Delay timer The DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE, DEPART DIFFERE) button makes it possible to delay the start of a wash programme by 1 to a maximum of 19 hours. 1. Select wash programme. 2.
Opening and Closing the Filling Door Open: Press the button DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/ LICHT, PORTE/ECLAIR.). The filling door springs open. Close: Press the filling door firmly closed. When the unit is switched on, the display DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/LICHT, PORTE/ECLAIR.) shows whether the filling door can be opened: –...
Instructions for use Add Washing Detergent/Care Agent For information on wash and care agent, see chapter „Washing powder and care agent“. 1. Open the washing detergent drawer: Reach into the flap at the bottom of the drawer (1), pull drawer out up to the stop (2).
Starting the wash program 1. Checking whether the water tap is open. 2. Starting the wash programme: Press the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE /PAUSE) button. The wash programme is started or starts after end of the set delay time. If the DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/LICHT, PORTE/ECLAIR.) display lights up red when pressing the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE /PAUSE) but- ton, then the door is not properly closed.
Instructions for use Sequence of the programme Programme sequence - display Before the start, the programme steps to be carried out will be displayed by the Programme sequence display. During the washing cycle, the current programme step is displayed. Multi display The expected The remaining wash time (in minutes) up to the programme end is dis- played in the Multi display.
Wash cycle ended/Remove washing After the wash programme has been ended, END (EINDE, FIN) is dis- played on the Programme cycle display. • If programme EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE) has been selected, then a crease guard programme of ca. 30 minutes is carried out after the programme end.
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Instructions for use 5. After washing, pull the washing agent drawer out a little so that it can dry out. Lean door only against frame do that the washingmachine can vent out. If the display OVER DOSING (OVERDOS., SURDOSAGE) lights up, too much washing detergent was used in the washing program just ended.
Programme tables Wash In the following, there are shown, not all the possible, but only the commonly used and best settings. Type of washing, Cleaning symbol Cotton/linen èç Cotton/Linen ëèç max. Filling Programme knob quantity temperature [in °C] (dryweight) ENERGY SAVING 60 (ENERGIEBESPAREN, ECONOMIQUE) COTTON/LINEN,...
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Instructions for use Type of washing, Cleaning symbol Easy-care î íê Delicates ì Wool/HandWashing 9 ì ï Silk/ HandWashingï 1) The load amount inquiry operates in accordance with the EN 60456 standard load. 2) A 10 litre bucket holds around 2.5 kg of dry clothes (cotton). 3) Programme settings for checking according to, or in similarity to EN 60 456 and IEC 60 456, are described in chapter „consumption values and time require- ments“.
Instructions for use Cleaning and Care Control Panel Attention! For cleaning panels and control parts, do not use furniture polish or any aggressive cleaning agents. Wipe off control panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water to do this. Washing Detergent Drawer The washing detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time.
7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in part of the washing ma- chine, especially the nozzles on the top side of the rinsing-in chamber. 8. Insert the washing detergent drawer into the guide rails and push it in. Washing Drum The washing drum is made of high-quality stainless steel.
Instructions for use Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing ma- chine with the washing and remain in the drain pump casing. Fluff and strands of fabric can gather on these items and block the drain pump. Therefore the drain pump should be cleaned at least once a year.
What to do if ... Remedying Faults In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even dur- ing the warranty period.
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Instructions for use Problem Washing machine vi- brates during operation or is unsteady. Wash water of the mainwashing foams strongly. Water leaks out of the washing machine. The emptying pump runs continuously - also when the appli- ance is switched off. Possible cause Transport safeguard has not been removed.
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Problem Conditioner has not Conditioner insert in the rinsed, compartment compartment for care agent æ for care agent is is not properly placed on or filled with water. is blocked. Washing is badly Probably too much washing creased. has been put in. The washing has not The washing was not able to been spun as dry as...
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Instructions for use Problem Rinse water is cloudy. When pressing an addi- tional programme but- ton, the correspondingdisplay does not light up. Programme cycledis- play blinks constantly. Possible cause The reason is probably a de- tergent with a high silicate content.
If the washing result is not satisfactory If the washing is grey and limescale forms in the drum • Not enough washing detergent added. • The right washing detergent was not used. • Special types of stain were not pretreated. •...
Instructions for use Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation • When the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solu- tion, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out. • When the washing machine is in a room where there is a frost risk, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a frost risk.
When all the washing solution has drained off: 6. Firmly push the plug into the emergency emptying hose and turn it tight clockwise. 7. Put the emergency emptying hose back into the holder. 8. Insert the flap into the base panel and close. Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door When the filling door can no longer be opened, it can be opened with the aid of the emergency unlocking facility.
Instructions for use Additional rinse cycle (RINCAGE+) The washing machine is set to very economical water consumption. However for people who suffer from an allergy, it can be helpfulto rinse with more water. When this function is set, an additional rinse takes place for the pro- grammes COTTON/LINEN , EASY-CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/ COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE) as well as EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE) and DELICATES (FIJNE WAS, LINGE...
Cancel additional rinse cycle 1. Turn programme knob to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE DELICAT). 2. Keep button DELICATES (BEHOEDZAAM, SENSITIVE) depressed for at least 5 seconds. Immediately on pressing the button, RINSE+ (SPOELEN+, RINCAGE+) blinks on the programme cycle display. After 5 seconds RINSE+ (SPOELEN+, RINCAGE+) will stop blinking and lights up constantly for a further 5 seconds.
Instructions for use 4. if you want to check whether the water cooling is set: – Turn the programme knob to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE DELICAT). – Press the PRE WASH (VOORWAS, PRELAV.) button briefly. If the MAIN WASH (HOOFDWAS, LAVAGE) blinks on the programme cy- cle display, then the water cooling is set.
Variomatic-loose spinning Adjustable spin integrated into the end spin. The washing adheres less to the drum wall and can be removed easier. Can be selected to COTTON/LINEN, EASY-CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/ COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE). Set loose spin: 1. Turn programme knob to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE DELICAT).
Instructions for use Programme security In order to secure a programme from undesirable changes (e. g. Over- rotating programme knob, additional pressing of buttons, etc.), it is possible to set the programme security. This will prevent damage to your washing. Setting and releasing the Programme security is possible at any time during a programme.
Child Safety Feature When the child safety feature is used, the filling door can no longer be closed and no more washing programs can be started. Setting the Child Safety Feature: Use a coin to turn the rotary knob (on the inside of the filling door) clockwise as far as it will go.
Setting up and connection instructions Setting up and connection instructions Safety Instructions for Installation • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (looking from the front). Electrical components could get wet! • Check the washing machine for transport damage. Never connect a damaged unit.
Setting Up the Unit Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for substruc- tures. Transporting the Unit • Do not place the washing machine on its front side or on its right side (looking from the front). Otherwise the electrical components can get wet.
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Setting up and connection instructions 2. Firmly pull both hose holders off the unit. The special button A and the plug caps B (2 ea.) and C (1 ea.) are supplied with the unit. 3. Remove the screw D, including the compression spring with the special button A.
Prepare the Installation Location • The installation surface must be clean, dry and free of floor wax resi- due and other lubricating coatings so that the unit does not slide away. Do not use any lubricants as sliding aids. • It is not recommended to set up the washing machine on deep-pile carpets or on floor coverings with soft foam underlays, as this would mean that the stability of the unit would not be guaranteed.
Setting up and connection instructions Compensate for Floor Unevenness Automatic Adjustment Foot: Your washing machine's rear left foot is of a spring leg design. This guarantees good stability of the unit, even at high spinning speeds. If the washing machine still does not stand firmly enough during spin- ning, proceed as follows: 1.
Electrical Connection Refer to the rating plate for details of the mains voltage, current type and the necessary fuses. The rating plate is located at the top behind the filling door. This unit conforms to the following EU directives: – the ”Low Voltage Directive" 73/23/EU with changes –...
Setting up and connection instructions Water Inflow A pressure hose 1.5m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by our Customer Service is permissible. –...
Water Drainage The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extension purposes (max. 3m on the floor and then up to 80cm high). The Customer Service stocks hoses in lengths of 2.7 and 4m.
Setting up and connection instructions Delivery Heads over 1m To pump off the washing / rinsing agent, every washing machine has a pump which transports liquids via the drainage hose up to a height of 1m, calculated from the machine's floor. For delivery heads over 1m, consult the Customer Service.
Guarantee conditions Belgium DECLARATION OF GUARANTEE TERMS. Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may still oc- cur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either during or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not, however, be re- duced as a result.
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Guarantee conditions 12. If, during the guarantee period, repairing the same defect repeatedly is not conclusive, or if the repair costs are considered disproportionate, in agreement with the consumer, the defective appliance may be replaced with another appliance of the same value. In this event, we reserve the right to ask for a financial contribution calculated accord- ing to the length of time it has been used.
Service In the section ”What to do if ...” there is a list of some faults which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you find no in- formation there, please consult your Customer Service Centre. Always prepare in advance for the discussion.