AEG KO-LAVAMAT 74335 User Information

The environmentally friendly washing machine
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  • Page 1 ÖKO-LAVAMAT 74335 update The environmentally friendly washing machine User information...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Please read this instruction book 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Operating Instructions Safety ............Disposal .
  • Page 4 Contents Programme tables ..........24 Washing .
  • Page 5 Contents Electrical Connection ......... . 42 Water connection .
  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Safety The safety features of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, we also consider it our obligation as a manufacturer to inform you about the following safety information.
  • Page 7: Child Safety

    • Repairs to washing machines must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. • Never operate the washing machine if the mains cable is damaged or the control panel, work top or base area are damaged allowing inter- nal components to be accessible.
  • Page 8: Disposal

    Operating Instructions Disposal Packaging Dispose of the packaging material correctly. All packaging materials used are environmentally friendly and can be disposed of without any danger to the environment. • Plastic parts can be recycled and are identified as follows: for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in >PE<...
  • Page 9: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance Front view Detergent dispenser drawer Screw feet (height-adjustable); rear left: Automatic adjustment foot. Detergent dispenser drawer Main wash detergent in powder form and water softening agent if required. Stain removers Operating Instructions Control panel Rating plate (behind door) Main door Flap in front of...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Operating Instructions Control panel Spin speed / RINSE HOLD button Programme op- tion buttons Programme selector The programme selector defines the nature of the washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum move- ment, number of rinses, spin speed) to suit the type of wash- ing, as well as the washing solu- tion.
  • Page 11 Operating Instructions EASY-CARES Main washing cycle for easy-care textiles (mixed fabrics) at 40 °C to 60 °C. EASY IRON position: Main washing cycle at 40 °C for easy-care fabrics which, with the aid of this programme, only require a gentle iron, if any ironing at all.
  • Page 12: Programme Option Buttons

    Operating Instructions Programme option buttons The programme options buttons are used to adapt the washing program to suit the degree of soiling of the washing. Programme options are not re- quired for normally soiled washing. The different functions can be combined together depending on the programme.
  • Page 13: Consumption Data And Wash Times

    The control system of your machine is fully electronic. The software which determines this control system can be reprogrammed. If a fur- ther improvement to washing technology is introduced by AEG then your machine can be updated. The cost of the update will be advised at the time of the request. For further information regarding this please contact the AEG Customer Care Department.
  • Page 14: Before The First Wash

    Operating Instructions Before the First Wash First Wash 1. Pull the detergent dispenser drawer out slightly. 2. Pour about 1 litre of water through the detergent dispenser drawer into the washing machine. The next time a programme is started the solution container will be closed and the OKO valve can function correctly.
  • Page 15: Washing Types And Care Symbols

    Operating Instructions • Shake out washing before placing into the washing machine. • Do not place folded washing into the drum. • Observe tips such as "wash separately“ and "wash separately several times". Washing Types and Care Symbols The care symbols help you chose the correct washing programme. Washing should be sorted according to type and care symbol.
  • Page 16: Detergents And Conditioners

    Operating Instructions Detergents and Conditioners Which detergent and conditioner? Use only detergents and conditioners which are suitable for use in au- tomatic washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instruc- tions. How much detergent and conditioner? The required quantity depends upon: •...
  • Page 17: Running A Washing Cycle

    Running a washing cycle Brief instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 1. Set the correct washing programme: – Select the programme and temperature with the programme selector. – Select any programme options if required. 2. If necessary, change the spin speed/select RINSE HOLD. 3.
  • Page 18: Setting The Washing Programme

    Operating Instructions Setting the Washing Programme See "Programme tables" for a suitable programme, correct temperature and possible programme options to suit the type of washing. 1. Set the programme selector to the desired washing programme with the desired temperature. 2. If required, select programme op- tion(s): The indicator of the programme selected lights up.
  • Page 19: Opening And Closing The Door

    Opening and closing the door Open: Pull the handle on the door. Close: Press the door firmly closed. The displays DOOR and START/PAUSE show when the appliance is switched on whether the door can be opened: DOOR Indicator lights up green lights up green is off 1) The door is locked because of a high water level or high temperature...
  • Page 20: Add Detergent / Conditioner

    Operating Instructions Add detergent / conditioner For instructions concerning detergent and conditioners, see "Detergents and conditioners". 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer. press in the flap on the drawer so as to be able to grasp the handle(1), and pull out the drawer (2).
  • Page 21: Starting The Washing Programme

    Starting the Washing Programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Start the washing programme: Press START/PAUSE button. The washing programme will start. If the DOOR and MAIN WASH displays flash red after you press the START/PAUSE button, then the door has not been closed properly. If this happens close the door firmly and press the START/PAUSE button again.
  • Page 22: Change The Washing Programme

    Operating Instructions Change the washing programme Changing or stopping the wash programme 1. Press the START/PAUSE button. 2. Turn the programme selector to OFF. The washing programme is stopped. 3. If required, set a new washing programme. Otherwise, turn the pro- gramme selector to PUMP OUT and press the START /PAUSE button.
  • Page 23: Washing Cycle Is Complete/Removing The Washing

    Washing cycle is complete/Removing the washing. Once the washing programme has come to an end, END illuminates on the programme progress display. If RINSE HOLD was selected, the display beside the START/ PAUSE button flashes. 1. After a rinse hold, the water must first be pumped out: –...
  • Page 24: Programme Tables

    Operating Instructions Programme tables Washing Not all possible settings are listed below, only those which are useful and meaningful in everyday use. Type of washing; care symbol Cottons ç Energy-saving programme: Cottons ç Linen è ë Easy-cares ê í Delicates ì...
  • Page 25: Separate Conditioning/Starching

    This machine is capable of washing 5.5 kg, however, to achieve opti- mum wash results it is recommended that the wash loads quoted in this instruction book are adhered to. Separate conditioning/starching Type of washing Cottons/linen Separate rinse Type of washing Cottons/linen Easy-cares Delicates...
  • Page 26: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Operating Instructions Maintenance and Cleaning Control panel Important! Do not use household furniture polish or abrasive cleaners to clean panel and operating parts. Wipe over the operating panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water. Detergent Dispenser Drawer The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 1.
  • Page 27: Washing Machine Drum

    Important! Do not clean the stainless steel drum with descaling agents containing acids, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron, or steel wool. Your local AEG Service Force Centre has suitable agents available. Remove any rust stains on the drum using a stainless steel cleaning agent.
  • Page 28: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    Operating Instructions 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.
  • Page 29: What To Do If

    What to do if ... Trouble Shooting Try to rectify minor faults on the washing machine with the aid of the instructions given here. If you call out an engineer to resolve a fault listed here, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.
  • Page 30 Close cover correctly. Stop the programme, remove washing from the door, start a new programme. Seal the emergency drain hose correctly (see section “Carrying out an emergency emptying“). Call your local AEG Service Force Centre if the emergency drain hose leaks.
  • Page 31 Problem Fabric softener was not The conditioner insert has washed into machine; not been correctly positioned drawer æ for condi- inside the conditioner com- tioner is filled with wa- partment or is blocked. ter. Washing is heavily Probably too much washing creased.
  • Page 32 Operating Instructions Problem The door cannot be opened when the ap- pliance is switched on. Remnants of detergent are building up in the detergent dispenser drawer. The rinsing water is cloudy. When pressing a pro- gramme option button the corresponding dis- play does not light up.
  • Page 33: If The Washing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits are present in the drum • Insufficient detergent has been added. • Incorrect detergent was used. • Stains were not pre-treated. • Programme or temperature was not set correctly. •...
  • Page 34: Carrying Out An Emergency Emptying

    Operating Instructions Carrying out an emergency emptying • If the washing machine no longer pumps out the water, 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. Furthermore: unscrew the inlet hose from the water tap and drain off the water.
  • Page 35: Additional Rinse (Rinse+)

    When the water is completely drained: 6. Push the plug securely into the emergency emptying hose and turn it clockwise to secure it. 7. Replace the emergency emptying hose in its holder. 8. Put on the flap and close. Additional Rinse (RINSE+) The washing machine is set for very economical water consumption.
  • Page 36: Child Safety Feature

    Operating Instructions Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the door cannot be closed and no washing programme can be started. Setting the child safety feature Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the door clock- wise as far as it will go.
  • Page 37: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and connection instructions Installation Safety Precautions • When moving do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the pos- sibility of the electronic components becoming wet. •...
  • Page 38: Installation Of The Appliance

    Installation and connection instructions Installation of the appliance Transporting the appliance • Do not place the washing machine on its front or on its right hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the possibility of the electronic components becoming wet. •...
  • Page 39 The special spanner (E) and the caps (D) (2 each) and (G) (1 each) are supplied with it. 3. Remove the two screws (A) with the special spanner. 4. Remove the 4 screws (B). 5. Remove the transit bar (C). 6.
  • Page 40: Installation-Site Preparation

    Installation and connection instructions Installation-Site preparation • The installation surface must be clean, dry and level. Do not install on a deep pile carpet. • Minor unevenness of the floor surface should never be levelled out by laying pieces of wood, card or similar materials, but should always be compensated for by adjusting the screw feet.
  • Page 41: Levelling The Appliance

    Levelling the appliance Self adjusting foot: The rear foot of your washing machine is designed like a spring leg. This makes the machine very stable even at high spin speeds. If the washing machine is still not stable during spinning, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 42: Electrical Connection

    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. WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed.
  • Page 43: Permanent Connection

    WARNING! A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed of safely. 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...
  • Page 44: Water Connection

    Installation and connection instructions Water connection The washing machine is provided with safety devices preventing back- contamination of the water supply and complies with local water au- thority requirements. This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home’s water supply.
  • Page 45: Inlet Hose Connection

    If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections is permissible, available from AEG Service Force Centres. – Hose sets in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m, and 5m are available for washing machines without Aqua-Control.
  • Page 46: Water Drainage

    (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.
  • Page 47: Pump Head Of Greater Than 1M

    1m, measured from the surface on which the machine stands. For pump heads of greater than 1m please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
  • Page 48: Technical Data

    Installation and connection instructions Technical data Height Adjustment Load (depending on the programme) Area of use Drum speed, spinning Water pressure Dimensions (dimensions in mm) approx. +10 / -5mm max. 5kg Domestic see rating plate 1-10bar (=10-100 N/cm = 0.1-1.0 Mpa)
  • Page 49: Warranty Conditions

    3. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service office (manufacturer´s service or authorised agent). AEG reserves the right to stipulate the place of the repair (i. e. the customer´s home, place of installation or AEG workshop).
  • Page 50: Index X

    Index INDEX X Automatic adjustment foot ..9 Changing the program ....22 Child safety feature ....29 Circulation pump .
  • Page 51: Service & Spare Parts

    S-No..Customer Care For general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance, or further infor- mation on AEG products please contact our customer care department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at...
  • Page 52 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 822 942 798-01-310102-04 Subject to change without notice...

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