AEG 62840 manuel d'utilisation

LAVAMA T 62840 User manual Washing machine 132969060 gb.qxd 12/09/2007 9.21 Pagina 1[...]

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Contents Instruction for the user 6 Safety information 6-8 Product description 9 Detergent dispenser dr awer 9 Control panel 1 0 First use 1 1 P ersonalization 1 1 Acoustic signals 1 1 Child safety lock 1 1 Daily use 12 Load the laundry 12 Measure out the deter gent and the fabric softener 12 Select the requir ed programme 13 Select the spin speed [...]

Opening the door after the progr amme has started 18 At the end of the progr amme 19 Washing pr ogrammes 20-2 1 Progr amme information 22 Preparing the wash cycle 23-27 Sorting out the laundry 23 Temper atures 23 Before loading the laundry 23 Maximum loads 24 Laundry weights 24 Removing stains 25 Detergents and additives 26 Quantity of detergent to[...]

Something not working 34-37 Techinical Data 38 Consumption value 39 Installation 40-46 Unpacking 40-4 1 P ositioning and levelling 42 Water inlet 42-43 Water-stop device 43 Water dr ainage 43-44 In the interest of the envir onment 45 Electrical connection 45-46 Enviroment concerns 47 P ackaging materials 47 Old machine 47 Ecological hints 47 Guaran[...]

6 Instruction for the user Safety information Prior to using for the fir st time ● The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal r equirements on the safety of appliances. However , as manufacturer s, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes . Y ou MUST read them car efully before [...]

7 ● Wash small items such as socks , laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum. ● Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material. ● Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply[...]

● Before washing, ensur e that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and tr eat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass befor e washing. Underwired bras must NO T be machine washed. ● Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum pr oducts should not be machine washed. If[...]

9 Pr oduct description Y our new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective tr eatment of laundry with low water , energy and deter gent consumption. Deter gent dispenser dr awer Compartment for prewash phase used for pr ewash . Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash . Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softe[...]

10 Control panel Contr ol panel Henceforth the progr amme selector dial, the buttons and the display will be indicated with the numbers given in this table. Progr amme selector dial SPIN button PREW ASH button ST AIN button SENSITIVE button TIME button Display ST ART/PAUSE button DELA Y START button Pr ogramme pr ogress display 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10[...]

11 Use Fir st Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystyrene block and any material fr om the drum. P our 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent dr awer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 95°C, without any laundry in the m[...]

12 Use Daily Use Load the laundry 1. Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards . Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. 2. Close firmly the door . Y ou must hear a click during closing. Attention! Do not embed the laundry between the door and the rubber joint. Measur e out the dete[...]

Select the r equired pr ogramme (P osition 1 on the control panel pictur e) Y ou can choose the right programme for any type of laundry following the descriptions on the washing progr amme tables (see Washing Progr ammes). Turn the pr ogramme selector dial to the requir ed programme. The pr ogramme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g[...]

● reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the r elevant button ● depress button 8 ● when the progr amme has finished the display shows a 0 flashing. The pilot lights DOOR goes off and the door can be opened. Pr ogramme option button Depending on the progr amme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing th[...]

Select the TIME option (Button 6) This option allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed by the washing machine. By pressing this button, the r elative pilot light comes on and the washing duration will be r educed to wash daily soiled laundry . On the display will be visualized the decreased washing time. By pressing this button[...]

displayed for about 2 seconds and the yellow pilot light of button 8 light starts blinking. Alarm codes In the event of operating pr oblems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example E20 (see paragr aph «Something not working»). End of progr amme When the progr amme has finished a blinking zero is displayed, the DOOR and WASHING pilot lights[...]

17 Use If you wish to add laundry in the machine during the delay time you will press button 8 to put the machine in pause. Add the laundry , close the door and pr ess button 8 again. Selecting the delayed start. ● Select the progr amme and the required options . ● Select the delay start. ● Depress button 8 : the machine starts its hourly cou[...]

Press simultaneously the buttons 2 and 3 for some seconds: the EXTRA RINSE pilot light comes on in the progr amme progress display . This function stays per- manently on. To r emove it press the same buttons again until the EXTRA RINSE light goes off. Altering an option or a running pr ogramme It is possible to change any option before the pr ogram[...]

At the end of the pr ogramme The machine stops automatically , the pilot light of button 8 goes off, the DOOR and WASHING lights go off and a flashing 0 will appear on the display . If the RINSE HOLD option have been selected, the DOOR pilot light illuminates, a flashing 0 will appear on the display , the pilot light of button 8 goes off and the do[...]

* STAIN option can be selected only at the temperatur e of 40°C or higher . 20 Washing pr ogrammes W ashing pr ogrammes P P r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e / / T T e e m m p p e e r r a a t t u u r r e e T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y O O p p t t i i o o n n s s D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n o o f f p p r r o o g[...]

21 Washing pr ogrammes W ashing pr ogrammes P P r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e / / T T e e m m p p e e r r a a t t u u r r e e T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y O O p p t t i i o o n n s s D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n o o f f p p r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e RINSES Separate rinse cycle for hand washed items. SPI[...]

22 Progr amme information REFRESH This progr amme can be selected with the following options: Spin Speed Reduction and DELA Y START. This progr amme must be used for slightly soiled cotton items. Progr amme duration: 30 minutes ECONOMY This progr amme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton items. The temper ature will decrease and t[...]

Pr eparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’ s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites , coloureds, synthetics , delicates, woollens . T emperatur es Befor e loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds together . Whites may lose their “whiten[...]

24 Preparing the wash cycle Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the washing pr ogramme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full ; Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no mor e than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and e[...]

Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and deter gent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fr esh stains with cold water . For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water . Oil based paint : : moisten with benzine stain remover , lay the g[...]

26 Preparing the wash cycle Deter gents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of deter gent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and pr otect the environment. Although biodegradable, deter gents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of natur e. The choice of detergent will d[...]

Degr ees of water hardness Water har dness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness . Information on hardness of the water in your ar ea can be obtained from the relevant water supply company , or from your local authority . Note: A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of hardness (fr om degree of hardness II[...]

28 International wash code symbols International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help y ou choose the best way to treat y our laundry . Energetic wash Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 95°C Max. wash temperature 60°C Max. wash temperature 40°C Max. wash temperature 30°C Hand wash Do not wash at all Bleachi[...]

Car e and cleaning Y ou must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply , before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately fr om any laundry washing, and according to the softening [...]

2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 3. Clean all parts with water . 4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. 5. Clean all parts of the washing ma- chine, especially the nozzles in the top of the washing-in chamber , with a brush. 6. Insert the detergent dispenser dr awer in the [...]

4. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. 5. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap. 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and r emove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump. 7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating [...]

32 Care and cleaning Warning! When the appliance is in use and depending on the progr amme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty . When replacing the cover , ensure it is secur ely retightened so as to stop leaks and young ch[...]

7. replace the emer gency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; 8. screw the pump again and close the door . Fr ost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temper ature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose fr om the tap. 2. Place the end of the emergency[...]

34 Something not working Something not working Certain problems ar e due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer . Before contacting your local Service Centr e, please carry out the checks listed below . During machine operation it is possible that the y y e e l l l l o o w w pilot lig[...]

35 Something not working Problem Possible cause/Solution The machine fills then empties immediately: The end of the drain hose is too low . • Refer to r elevant paragr aph in «water drainage» section. The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20 • Check the dr ain hose connection. The drain pump i[...]

36 Something not working No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance. Problem Cause possible/Solution The door will not open: The progr amme is still running. • W ait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. • W ait som[...]

37 Something not working If you are unable to identify or solve the pr oblem, contact our service centre. Befor e telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centr e will requir e this information. Mod. .......... Prod. No . ........... Ser . No. ......... M o d . .. .. ...... P r o d . N o . [...]

38 Technical data T echinical Data Dimensions Width Height Depth (door included) 60 cm 85 cm 63 cm Electrical connection V oltage - Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door Water supply pr essure Minimum Maximum 0,05 MP a 0,8 0 MP a Maximum Load Cotton 6 kg Sp[...]

39 Consumption value The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered pur ely indicative, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry , on the inlet water temperatur e and on the ambient temperature. It r efers to the highest temperatur e for each wash progr amme. (*) «Cottons ECONOMY» at 60°C with a load of 6 kg is [...]

Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be r emoved before using the appliance. Y ou are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be r efitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, car efully lay machine on it’s back to r emove the polystyrene base fr om the bottom. 2. [...]

4. Unscrew and r emove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C . 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C . Slide out the relevant plastic spacer E. 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyr ene block fitted on the door seal. 7. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two la[...]

P ositioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor . Make sure that air cir culation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Before placing it on small tiles , apply a rubber coating. Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by putting pieces of wood, cardboar d or similar materials under the machine. If it [...]

3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to pr event leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations requir ements. A minimum wa[...]

When discharging into a standpipe ensure that the top of the standpipe is no more than 90 cm (35.4'') and no less than 60 cm (23.6'') above floor level. 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 For ce Centre. The joining piece must h[...]

In the inter est of the environment Washing machines and dishwasher s should be connected to the FOUL drainage system, the water will then be taken to a sewage works for treatment befor e being discharged safely into a river . It is essential that these appliances are not connected to the surface water drainage system as this water is discharged di[...]

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wir es in the mains lead of your appli- ance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: Connect the green and yellow (earth) wir e to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «E» or the earth symbol or coloured gr een and yellow . Co[...]

Envir oment concerns P ackaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are r ecyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them pr operly in appropriate collection container s. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to k[...]

Standar d guar antee conditions We, AEG-Electr olux , undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the pur- chase this AEG-Electrolux appliance or any part ther eof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials , we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour , materials or carriage on[...]

For the address of your local Service For ce Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit the website at: www .serviceforce.co.uk Before calling out an engineer , please ensure you have r ead the details under the heading "Something not working" When you contact the Service Force Centr e you will need to give the follo[...]

Eur opean Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electr olux in each of the countries listed at the back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee orotherwise by law . If you move from one of these countries to another of the countries listed, the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the following qual[...]

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