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- Page 1 MODEL EAW100W How to get the best out of your ELECTRA WASHING MACHINE It is essential that you read through this Instruction book carefully before your first wash an retain it for future reference...
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Page 2: Important Safety Information
Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Important Safety Information Washing Hints 16-17 Which detergent to use?..Your New Washing Machine And in which form? Technical Specifications How much detergent and fabric softener? Using a water softening agent Electrical requirements Wash Care Symbols Unpacking Instructions Washing Programmes 19-20 Installation Instructions Maintenance and Cleaning... -
Page 4: Your New Washing Machine
Your New Washing Machine Your new electra washing machine, meets all modern needs for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Automatic cooling of the wash water to 60°C In the interest of the before draining, with the 90°C programme. This environment reduces thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent any creasing. -
Page 5: Electrical Requirements
Electrical Requirements Any electrical work required to install this When wiring the plug, ensure that all strands of wire are appliance should be carried out by a qualified securely retained in each terminal. Do not forget to electrician or competent person. tighten the mains lead clamp on the plug. -
Page 6: Unpacking Instructions
IMPORTANT Unpacking instructions All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Note: Your electricity company cannot accept responsibility for damage to your machine if you operate it without removing the transit bolts and packaging. You are advised to keep all the transit bolts and packaging for re-use in case the appliance has to be transported again. -
Page 7: Installation Instructions
Installation Instructions Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person. Positioning Your new washing machine has been designed to be permanently plumbed in to your home’s water supply and drainage system. However, if this is not possible, it COLD WATER SUPPLY HOT WATER SUPPLY may be connected to suitable existing taps, with the... -
Page 8: Water Drainage
Water drainage This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home's water supply and drainage system. 3 pin The appliance drain hose should hook (use the plastic “U-piece” supplied) into a standpipe with an internal diameter of approximately 38mm (see diagram) thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe. -
Page 9: Levelling
Levelling Level the washing machine by loosening or tightening the feet. Once in the right position fix the feet by pushing the nuts against the base of the case. Accurate levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation. After levelling the machine, secure the feet by tightening the ring nuts with the aid of a screwdriver. -
Page 10: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 “Mains-on” light 3 “Options” buttons 4 Programme guide 5 Program selector dial & ON/OFF switch 6 Door opening handle 7 Filter 8 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main Wash Fabric softener AL035... -
Page 11: The Control Panel
The Control Panel 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 4 HALF LOAD button Available for programmes 1 to 5. 2 Mains-on light Pressing this button before starting the programme there will be one rinse less which leads to energy and water saving. This light illuminates when the appliance is operating. -
Page 12: Operating Sequence
Operating Sequence Before your first wash, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine. -
Page 13: Select The Required Programme
5. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial CLOCKWISE to the required programme. AL040 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed. -
Page 14: Washing 2 Kg Of Mixed Fabrics At 50 °C
WASHING 2 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50 °C Suppose you have 2 kg of MIXED FABRICS to wash. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature. 1. Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking out as much as possible. -
Page 15: Select The Required Programme
5. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial CLOCKWISE to the required programme AL040 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed. -
Page 16: Washing Hints
Washing Hints Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the Some stains such as fruit, wine, grass, rust etc. are first few times you use the appliance. difficult to remove and should be treated before washing with specific products, which can be found The average weights of the most common items are in most household shops. -
Page 17: Which Detergent To Use
Which detergent to use?..How much detergent and fabric softener? To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in The amount to be used depends on: your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended the load: for use in front loading automatic machines. -
Page 18: Wash Care Symbols
Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine. -
Page 19: Washing Programmes
Washing Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen Degree of soil and type Programme dial Possible Max. Wash programme Description of laundry position options load White cotton, for Prewash at 40 ˚C example heavy soiled HALF Wash at 90˚C Whites+Prewash garments, sheets, 4.5 kg 4 rinses LOAD... -
Page 20: Washing Programmes
Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics, delicates and wool Degree of soil and type Programme dial Possible Max. Wash programme Description of laundry position options load Synthetic or mixed Prewash fabrics, underwear, Wash at 50˚C RINSE Mixed fabrics 2 kg coloured garments, non- 3 rinses HOLD shrink shirts, blouses. -
Page 21: Maintenance And Cleaning
Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply Descaling The water we normally use contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically run a high temperature wash with detergent or use a descaler in the machine. -
Page 22: Cleaning The Filter
Cleaning the filter The water drain filter A clean filter is important for the correct functioning of the machine, and should therefore be cleaned after every washing programme. Open the filter door and place a container underneath to catch any spillage. If the filter is blocked and the machine is unable to drain you will need to drain the water manually from the machine at this stage. -
Page 23: Something Not Working
Something Not Working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Please carry out the checks listed below- it could save a lot of trouble, time and expense. Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault if listed below or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation a charge will be made even if the appliance is in guarantee. - Page 24 Symptom Possible causes The door will not open The programme is still running. The door lock has not yet released The water level in the drum is too high or the machine is heating. Spinning starts late or the machine The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the does not spin laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
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Page 25: How To Obtain Aftersales Service Quickly
Your telephone number............................... Name of the appliance ELECTRA WASHING MACHINE Model number EAW100W The serial number (shown on the rating plate on the back panel, and above the door aperture..........................................Showroom from whom you bought the appliance....................Date of purchase ................................. - Page 26 MODEL NO. PART NO. EAW100W 35.292.566/0...
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