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LAVAMAT 14700 VIT TURBO
The environmentally friendly washer-dryer
Instruction booklet
1400
LAVAMAT TURBO
ON / OFF
1200
900
700
RINSE
HOLD
SPIN
SPEED
PREWASH
STAIN
QUICK
RESET
COTTON
PREWASH
MINIPROGRAMME
WASH
WASH
95
TIME
SPIN
E
RINSE
60
DRAIN
RINSE HOLD
50
SOFTENERS
DRAIN
40
RINSES
EXTRA
DRYING
DELAY
START
SPIN
RINSE
TIME
START
PAUSE
SOAK
30
DRY
COLD
DRYING
END
30
60
EASY-
40
CARES
WOOLLENS
50
40
30
40
40
EASY TO IRON
DELICATES
DRYING
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- Page 1 LAVAMAT 14700 VIT TURBO The environmentally friendly washer-dryer Instruction booklet RESET 1400 COTTON PREWASH LAVAMAT TURBO ON / OFF MINIPROGRAMME 1200 WASH WASH TIME SPIN RINSE DRAIN RINSE HOLD SOFTENERS RINSE DRAIN HOLD RINSES EXTRA DRYING DELAY START SPIN SPIN...
- Page 2 If you require assistance or advice on your appliance, please contact our customer care department by letter or telephone: Customer Care Department AEG Domestic Appliances 55-77 High Street Slough Berkshire SL1 1DZ Tel:...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety instructions ..........6-7 Disposal . - Page 4 Contents And in which form? ..........23 TRADITIONAL POWDERS .
- Page 5 Contents Troubleshooting ..........38-41 Unsatisfactory washing results .
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Page 6: Safety Instructions
• Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified person- nel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. • Never start the machine if the mains cable is damaged or the control panel or worktop are damaged allowing inner components to be accessible. -
Page 7: Safety Instructions
Safety 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. -
Page 8: Disposal
Disposal 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. Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! -
Page 9: Tips For Environmental Protection
Tips for environmental protection To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips: • Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!). •... -
Page 10: Main Features Of Your Washer-Dryer
Main features of your washer-dryer • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme (Economy) for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 1200, 900 or 700 rpm. •... -
Page 11: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the appliance Front view Detergent drawer Control panel RESET 1400 COTTON PREWASH LAVAMAT TURBO ON / OFF MINIPROGRAMME WASH 1200 WASH TIME SPIN RINSE DRAIN RINSE HOLD SOFTENERS RINSE DRAIN HOLD RINSES EXTRA DRYING DELAY SPIN START SPIN RINSE TIME START... -
Page 12: Control Panel
Description of the appliance Control panel RESET 1400 COTTON PREWASH ON / OFF MINIPROGRAMME WASH 1200 WASH TIME SPIN RINSE DRAIN RINSE HOLD SOFTENERS RINSE DRAIN HOLD RINSES EXTRA DRYING DELAY START SPIN SPIN SPEED PREWASH STAIN QUICK RINSE TIME START PAUSE SOAK... -
Page 13: On/Off Button
Description of the appliance Position E corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme at approx. 67°C for normally soiled laundry, extended washing time (cannot be combined with QUICK). Position 40°C Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. -
Page 14: Drying Time Button
Description of the appliance One minute after depressing the START/PAUSE button, the machine starts its hourly countdown. To alter or cancel the preset delay, press the START/PAUSE button, then press the DELAY START button until the required time is displayed or, if you wish to cancel the delay, until the symbol 0 h is displayed. -
Page 15: Spin Speed
Description of the appliance SPIN SPEED Press this button to reduce the maximum speed of the intermediate and final speed proposed by the machine for the selected programme. The maximum spin speed for cotton is 1400 rpm, for easy-cares and wool 900 rpm and for delicates 700 rpm. -
Page 16: Quick
Description of the appliance QUICK By pressing this button the washing time is reduced. For use when washing lightly soiled laundry. This option is not available with the wool and Economy programme and cannot be used with STAIN. EXTRA RINSE Can be used with all programmes except the wool programme. -
Page 17: Cancelling/Altering A Programme
Description of the appliance Cancelling/Altering a programme To cancel or alter a programme which is running, turn the programme selector dial to the RESET position: three flashing dashes will be dis- played, the programme is cancelled. The machine will maintain the water in the tub. -
Page 18: Detergent Dispenser Drawer
Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Programme chart Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewash or soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. -
Page 19: Preparing The Wash Cycle
Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and care labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). •... -
Page 20: Weight Of Laundry
Preparing the wash cycle Weight of laundry Approximate Sort of laundry dry weights Bathrobes 1200 g Work shirts 300-600 g Quilt covers 700 g Sheets 500 g Blouses 100 g Hand towels 200 g Tea towels 100 g Shirts 200 g Pillowcases 200 g Night-gowns/Pyjamas... - Page 21 Preparing the wash cycle Delicates Microfibres, easy-cares or curtains marked with these symbols require a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are par- ticularly sensitive to machine washing.
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Page 22: Detergents And Additives
Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives 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. To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use different types of detergent for different washes, whether for whites, colours or delicates. -
Page 23: And In Which Form
Preparing the wash cycle And in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is your own personal choice. TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. -
Page 24: Preparing The Drying Cycle
Preparing the drying cycle As a dryer, the machine works on the condensation principle. Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose must drain water into a sink or into the drain pipe, even during the dry- ing cycle. -
Page 25: Drying Symbols On Garment Labels
Preparing the drying cycle Drying symbols on garment labels Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be machine dried. The following symbols refer to drying: Machine drying is usually possible Normal drying (normal temperature) Gentle drying (reduced temperature) Do not machine dry Duration of the drying cycle The drying time can vary according to... -
Page 26: Additional Drying
Preparing the drying cycle Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set another short drying cycle. Warning! To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fab- rics, avoid excessive drying. -
Page 27: How To Wash
How to wash Max. load - cottons 4,5 kg - easy cares and delicates - wool Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as evenly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additive Pull the drawer out till it stops. -
Page 28: Selection Of The Desired Wash Programme
How to wash three flashing dashes will be displayed. If the programme selector dial is positioned on a wash programme, the duration of that programme will be displayed. Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial to the RESET COTTON PREWASH... -
Page 29: Selection Of The Delay Start Option
How to wash Selection of the DELAY START option To delay starting of a programme, press the DELAY START button before starting the machine. The figures corresponding to the selected delay will be displayed for about 3 sec- onds, after which the duration of the selected DELAY programme will appear on the display. -
Page 30: At The End Of The Programme
How to wash At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically and a flashing zero is displayed. The END pilot light stays on. If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the corresponding pilot light on the programme progress display stays on to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door. -
Page 31: Automatic Washing And Drying (Non-Stop Programme)
Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme) Warning! For NON-STOP programmes, it is also essential not to exceed the maximum load sizes of 2.25 kg for cotton and 1.5 kg for easy-cares. Load the laundry. Add detergent and additive. Do not use a liquid detergent in a dosing device/ball, because the plas- tic material of the device will not withstand the high temperature dur- ing drying. -
Page 32: Programme Charts
Programme chart Wash programmes Wash Additional Max. Duration Temp. Fabrics programme functions load min.* Cotton and linen, for STAIN example normally QUICK Cotton soiled work garments, PREWASH 95°-60° 4.5 kg (Whites) sheets, household EXTRA RINSE linen, underwear, tow- RINSE HOLD els. -
Page 33: Programme Charts
Programme chart Special programmes Type of Additional Max. Duration Programme Programme phases laundry functions load min.* Soak at 30°C. Stop with water in drum. Heavily soiled To empty: press the Soak fabrics, except 4.5 kg START/PAUSE button. wool. The machine auto- matically empties itself after 18 hours. -
Page 34: Programme Chart
Programme chart Drying Drying time Degree of drying Type of fabric Max. load Spin speed mins Cotton and 110-120 2.25 kg Extra dry linen 1400 95-105 Ideal for towelling (bathrobes, 65-75 materials bath towels, 1 kg 1400 55-65 etc.) 100-110 Cotton and 2.25 kg 1400... -
Page 35: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a lit- tle to let it dry. Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate. If the machine is not used for a prolonged period: Close the water tap and unplug the appliance. -
Page 36: Door Seal
Cleaning and maintenance To remove the drawer from the machine, press the button in the rear left-hand corner. To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment can be removed. Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess: clean it with an old tooth- brush. -
Page 37: Emergency Emptying Out
Cleaning and maintenance Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the hose from the tap. To do this, depress the small yellow but- ton on the hose. Clean the filter with a stiff brush. Screw the hose back onto the tap. Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged (pump is blocked, filter or drain hose are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine:... -
Page 38: Something Not Working
E40: door open EF0: drain filter clogged Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, con- tact your local AEG Service Force Centre. Problem Possible cause Solution The ON/OFF button Depress the button. - Page 39 Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The water tap is closed (E10). Open the water tap. The water inlet hose is Check the whole length of the squashed or kinked (E10). hose and remove the kink. The machine does not fill The small filter of the water Clean the filter.
- Page 40 Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The transit bolts have Check that the machine not been removed. has been unpacked as described in the Installation section. The machine vibrates or is noisy The feet have not been Carefully level the machine. adjusted.
- Page 41 Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The unbalance detection If the laundry is not evenly device that prevents distributed inside the drum excessive vibration during at the beginning of the spinning has cut in. spin cycle, the machine detects this and tries to redistribute it more evenly by means of a few drum rotations.
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Page 42: Unsatisfactory Washing Results
Something not working? Unsatisfactory washing results If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. •... -
Page 43: Technical Data
Technical data Height x Width x Depth 85x60x54.5 cm Depth with door opened 91 cm Height adjustment ± 13 mm approx. Net weight 78.5 kg approx. Load (depending on programme) 4.5 kg max. domestic Drum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1400/1200/900/700 rpm Water pressure... -
Page 44: 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 in the “Troubleshooting” section have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical break- down. - Page 45 Ser. No......Customer care For general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance, or further infor- mation on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Depart- ment at the address below or visit our website at www.aeghome.co.uk...
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Page 46: Standard Guarantee Conditions
Standard Guarantee Conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the pur- chase this AEG appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our dis-... -
Page 47: European Guarantee
Guarantee Conditions European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guar- antee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qual- ifications: The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product. The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exist in the new country of use for this brand or range of products. -
Page 48: Instructions For Installation And Electrical Connection
Instructions for installation and electrical connection Safety instructions for the installer • 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 retailer. •... -
Page 49: Dimensions Of The Appliance
Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view RESET 1400 PREWASH COTTON LAVAMAT TURBO ON / OFF MINIPROGRAMME 1200 WASH WASH TIME SPIN RINSE DRAIN RINSE HOLD SOFTENERS RINSE HOLD DRAIN RINSES SPIN EXTRA DRYING DELAY START SPIN SPEED PREWASH STAIN QUICK... -
Page 50: Installation
Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli- ance. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor. -
Page 51: Positioning
Installation Set the machine upright and remove the two remaining bolts from the back. Pull out the three plastic spacers from the holes into which the bolts were fitted. Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find in the plastic bag containing the instruction booklet. -
Page 52: Water Inlet (Cold Water Connection Only)
Installation Water inlet (cold water connection only) Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations’ requirements. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. -
Page 53: In The Interest Of The Environment
ÿInstallatio Longer drain hoses are available in lengths of 2.7 and 4 metres from your AEG Service Force Centre. If you intend the drain hose from the machine to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U -Piece”... -
Page 54: Permanent Connection
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug. A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local AEG Service Centre. Permanent connection... -
Page 55: Building-In
Building-in This appliance has been designed to 6 0 0 be built into the kitchen furniture. The recess should have the dimen- sions shown in picture A. Preparation and assembly of the door The machine is originally pre- arranged for the assembly of a door opening from right to left. - Page 56 Building-in c) Mounting the door Fix the hinges (1) to the machine by means of the M5x8 screws (3-Fig. B). The hinges can be adjusted to compensate for possible uneven thick- ness of the door. To align the door perfectly it is necessary to loosen the screw (3-Fig. B), adjust the door and tighten the screw again.
- Page 57 Building-in Recommendations regarding the construction and fitting of a base when the installation requires an integrated appliance to be raised Where the appliance has been raised by mounting onto a wooden base pro- vided by the installer. The material used to construct the base should have a non slip surface, be water repellent and if possible be one solid piece.
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Page 58: Building-In
Building-in With the appliance installed adjust all four feet ensuring the machine is stable, and a clearance of approximately 5 mm is left between the top of the machine and the underside of the worktop. A final check for stability should be carried out with the machine on spin with a load, this will identify the need for any further fine adjust- ment to the feet. - Page 59 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de 132.992.090-02-0703 Subject to change without notice From the Electrolux Group. The world’s No. 1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx.