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1200 900 700 500 95E 60 40 - 60 MIX 40 30 95 60 50 40 40 40 30 40 30 1046EL LAVAMA T 1 046 EL LAVAMA T 1246 EL W ashing Machine Instruction Booklet PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION 132986190.qxd 16/02/2005 11:56 Pagina 1[...]
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Dear customer , Please read these oper ating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. W e recom- mend that you keep this instruction booklet for future r eference and pass it on to any future owner s. The warning triangle and/or the key words (W arning!, Caution!) empha- size information [...]
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Contents Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Tips for environmental pr otection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 M[...]
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How to wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1 Load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1 Add detergent and additive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1 [...]
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Safety instructions 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 fol- lowing safety notes. Gener al safety • Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified per son- nel. Repairs[...]
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Child safety • Children are often not awar e of how dangerous electrical appliances can be. When the machine is working, children should be car efully supervised and not be allowed to play with the appliance - there is a risk that they could become trapped inside. • The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dan- gerous to[...]
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Disposal Packaging 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. Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your count[...]
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Main featur es of your washing machine • Pr ogramme and temper ature setting using the pr ogramme selector . • Stain progr amme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving pr ogramme for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 800, 7 00 or 500 rpm for model 1 046 EL, and to 900, 7 00 or 500 r[...]
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Description of the appliance Fr ont view 9 Dr ain pump Door Contr ol panel Deter gent drawer Adjustable feet 1200 900 700 500 95E 60 40 - 60 MIX 40 30 95 60 50 40 40 40 30 40 30 1046EL 132986190.qxd 16/02/2005 11:56 Pagina 9[...]
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Contr ol panel A = Option buttons B = START/P AUSE button C = Spin speed button D = Soak button E = Quick button F = Delay start button G = Display H = Pr ogramme pr ogress display J = Progr amme selector dial Pr ogramme selector dial The progr amme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses) an[...]
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11 Position at 40°C = Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ir oning is easier . Position = cold wash Position = reset pr ogramme/switching off ST ART/PAUSE button This button has two functions: a) Start After having selected the requir ed progr amme, press this button to start the [...]
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12 Description of the appliance Pr ogramme Option buttons Depending on the progr amme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired pr ogramme and before depr essing the START/P AUSE button. When these buttons are pr essed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pr essed again, the pilot ligh[...]
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13 QUICK By pressing this button the washing time is r educed. For use when washing lightly soiled laundry . This option is not available with the wool and economy progr ammes (95E, 60°, 40°-60°MIX). SPIN SPEED 1 046EL 1246EL Press this button to r educe the maximum speed of the final speed proposed by the machine for the selected progr amme or [...]
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Pr ogramme pr ogr ess display By selecting the wash progr amme, the pilot lights corre- sponding to the various phases making up the pro- gramme come on. After the machine has started, only the running phase pilot light stays on. When the progr amme has finished, the END pilot light comes on. When the progr amme has finished, if the OVERDOSAGE ligh[...]
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Cancelling a pr ogramme To cancel a pr ogramme which is running, turn the pr ogramme selector dial to the RESET O position. Warning! After a pr ogramme which ends with water in the drum (RINSE HOLD option), turn the selector dial first to O and then to the DRAIN progr amme or to the / (SPIN/DELICATE SPIN). Altering a pr ogramme which is running To [...]
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Deter gent dispenser dr awer Compartment for prewash or soak deter gent and stain remover . The pr ewash or soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash pr ogramme. The stain remover is added during the ST AIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. It is emptied at the beginning of the [...]
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Pr eparing the wash cycle Sorting out and pr eparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry accor ding to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and car e labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). • To prevent the laundry fr om getting damaged and forming bundles, it is advisable to close[...]
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W eight of laundry T ypes of fabric and care labels The labels on garments help you to select the most suitable wash pro- gramme. The laundry should be sorted out accor ding to the type of fab- ric and the instructions indicated on care labels. Temper atures indicated on labels ar e always maximum temperatur es. Cotton Linen and cottons marked with[...]
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Delicates Microfibr es, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols requir e a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES pr ogramme 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. The WOOLLENS pr ogramme is s[...]
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Deter gents and additives Which deter gent and additive? Use only detergents and additives for washing machines. Follow the manufacturer’ s instructions. How much deter gent? The quantity depends on: • the load: if the manufacturer does not pr ovide any indications on the amount of detergent for small loads, use about one thir d less than the s[...]
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21 How to wash 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 deter gent and additive Pull the drawer out till it stops. P our the main wash detergent into compart- ment . If you wish to perform a PRE- WASH, a SOAK or a STAIN- Action pr ogramme, pour[...]
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Selection of the desir ed wash progr amme Turn the pr ogramme selector dial to the desired position: the lights corresponding to the differ ent phases making up the selected progr amme light on. The display shows the duration of the progr amme. Selection of the desir ed options depending on the degree of soil of the laundry . The corr e- sponding l[...]
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EXTRA RINSE This appliance is designed for saving water . However , for people with a very delicate skin (allergic to deter gents) it may be necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water (extr a rinse). The extra rinse is available only with the cotton, synthetics or delicate progr amme. Selection of the EXTRA RINSE option Press s[...]
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Starting the pr ogramme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Press ST ART/PAUSE to start the pr ogramme. If the Delay Start option has been selected the progr amme will start at the end of the count- down. If the DOOR light is red and flashing for some seconds and when it goes out the END light starts flashing, the alarm code E40 appears in the [...]
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25 How to wash At the end of the pr ogramme The machine stops automatically . A zero appear s on the display . The END light comes on in the progr amme progr ess display . The START/P AUSE button is off, the DOOR light is green. If the light (OVERDOSAGE) comes on it indicates that too much detergent has been used. At the next wash carefully follow [...]
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26 Pr ogr amme chart W ash progr ammes In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figur es indicat- ed on the energy label r efer to the 60°C wash progr amme for cotton with a load of 4,5 kg. * 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 ,[...]
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Pr ogr amme chart Special pr ogrammes * 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 temperatur e. It refer s to a load of 4,5 kg for cotton items. 27 Progr amme Descrip- tion Progr amme phases Additi[...]
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Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash progr amme, 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. P eriodical cleaning Exterior Clean the outside of the cabinet with soap [...]
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Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold. Dr ain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if the machine does not empty and/or spin the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump. [...]
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30 Cleaning and maintenance Unscrew the hose fr om the tap. Clean the filter with a stiff brush. Screw the hose back onto the tap. Emer gency emptying out If the water is not discharged (pump is blocked, filter or dr ain pipe are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine: • pull out the plug fr om the power socket; • close the water[...]
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Something not working? If during the spin cycle the machine makes an unusual whistling noise, different fr om the noise made by tradi- tional washing machines, this is due to a new type of motor . If water is not visible in the drum, this is due to the modern technology of new washing machines that use less water than traditional machines. T rouble[...]
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32 Something not working? Problem The machine does not empty and/or does not spin Possible cause The drain hose is Check the whole length of squashed or kinked (E20) . the hose and remove the kink. The drain filter or the Clean the filter or check drain hose ar e clogged (E20) . the hose. The RINSE HOLD option Empty out the water by (stop with wate[...]
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33 Something not working? Problem The door will not open Possible cause The progr amme is still Wait until the end of the running and the drum progr amme before opening is turning. the door . The water level is above the Before opening the door , bottom edge of the door . the water must be emptied out. The machine is heating the Wait until the end [...]
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34 Something not working? Unsatisfactory washing r esults If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • T oo little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable deter gent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been tr eated prior to washing. • The pr ogramme/temper ature has not been corr ectly selected. If grey stains r e[...]
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T echnical data Height x Width x Depth 84x60x42 cm Depth with door opened 88 cm Height adjustment ± 1 0 mm approx. Load (depending on progr amme) 4,5 kg max. Use domestic Drum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1 000/800/7 00/500 rpm (1 046 EL) 1200/900/7 00/500 rpm (1246 EL) Water pr essure 0.05-0.8 MP a This appliance co[...]
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Service In the section “Something not working?” some problems that can be solved by yourself ar e listed. Read this section in the event of problems. If you are not able to find a solution, contact the Service centr e. (Addresses and telephone number s are given on the enclosed leaflet). In all cases, explain your problem car efully , in order [...]
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37 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 . • All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance.[...]
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38 Dimensions of the appliance Fr ont view and side view Rear view 105 1200 900 700 500 95E 60 40 - 60 MIX 40 30 95 60 50 40 40 40 30 40 30 1046EL Cold water 335 170 70 40 45 85 P ower cable Drain 420 440 880 132986190.qxd 16/02/2005 11:56 Pagina 38[...]
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39 Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be r emoved before using the appli- ance. Using a spanner , unscrew and remove the 2 r ear bottom screws. Slide out the 2 plastic pins. Lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner pack- ing pieces between the machine a[...]
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P ositioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor . Make sure that air cir culation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. • Befor e placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating. • Never try to corr ect any unevenness in the floor by putting pieces of wood, cardboar d or similar materials under the machine. • If it i[...]
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The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the machine can be turned in any direction. Simply loosen the fitting, r otate the hose and retighten the fitting, making sur e there ar e no water leaks. The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new , longer hose spe-[...]
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Connect the machine to an earthed socket. The manufacturer does not accept any r esponsibility for damage or injury through failur e to comply with the above safety precaution. P ermanent 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), w[...]
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AEG Hausgeräte GmbH P ostfach 1 036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www .aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 132.986.190-0 1-0205 Subject to change without notice From the Electr olux Group. The world’s No. 1 choice. The Electrolux Gr oup is the world's largest pr oducer of powered appliances for kitchen, clea- ning and outdoor use. More than 5[...]