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    EWF 1286 GD W .............................. .................. ................ ............ .......... ....... EN WA SHING MACHINE USER MANUAL[...]

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    CONTENTS 1. SAFETY INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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    1. SAFETY INFORMATION Before the installation and us e of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructio ns. The manufacturer is not responsible if an incorrect in stallation and use causes in- juries and damages. Always keep t he instructions with the appliance for future reference. 1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety WARNING! Risk of[...]

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    2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2.1 Installation • Remove all the packaging and the transit bolts. • Keep the transit bolts. When you move the appliance again you must block the drum. • Do not install or use a damaged appli- ance. • Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature is less than 0 °C or where it is exposed to the weather. ?[...]

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    • Do not put a container to collect possi- ble water leaka ge under the a ppliance. Contact the Service to ensure which accessories can be used. 2.3 Care and Cleaning WARNING! Risk of injury or damage to the appliance. • Before maintenance, deactiv ate the ap- pliance and disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket. • Do not use water spr[...]

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    3.3 Installation on suspended flooring Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a wa- terproof wood panel, at least 15 mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws, the wood panel must extend beyond the front feet. If possible install the appli[...]

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    C) The time area: – : the programme duration – : the delay start – : the alarm codes – : the message of error – : Programme is completed. D) : the child safety lock indicator. E) Washing indicators: – : the washing phase – : the rinses phase – : the spin phase – : the steam phase – : Extra rinse pe rmanent option. F) The spin ar[...]

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    Programme Temperature range Type of load an d soil Maximum load, Maximum spin Sports 30 °C Synthetic and delicate item s. Light soil or items to refresh. 2.5 kg, 800 rpm 14 Min. 30 °C Synthetic and mixed fabric items. Light soil and items to freshen up. 1 kg, 800 rpm Steam - Refresh Steam programme for co tt on and synth etic This cycle removes o[...]

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    6. CONSUMPTION VALUES The data of this table are appr oximate. Different causes ca n change the data: the quantity and type of laundry, the water and ambient temperature. Pro- grammes Load (Kg) Energy consump- tion (kWh) Water con- sumption (litre) Approxi - mate pro- gramme duration (minutes) Remain- ing mois- ture (% ) 1) Cottons 60 °C 8 1.60 72[...]

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    • The display shows the indicator . Rinse Hold • Set this option to prevent the laundry creases. • The washing programme stops with the water in the drum. The drum turns reg- ularly to prevent the laundry creases. • The door stays locked . You must drain the water to unlock the door. • The display shows the indicator . To drain the water [...]

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    You can activate this option: • After you press , the options and the programme knob are locked. • Before y ou press : the appliance cannot start. 7.9 Permanent extra rinse With this option you can permanently have an extra rinse when you set a new programme. • To activate/deactivate this option press and at the same time until the indicator [...]

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    9.2 Using detergent and additives • Measure out the deter gent and the fa b- ric conditioner. • Carefully close the dete rgent drawer. Detergent compartment for prewash phase. Detergent compartmen t for washing phase. Compartment for liquid additive s (fabric conditioner, starch). Flap for powder or liquid detergent. Liquid or powder detergent [...]

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    • Position A for powder detergent (factory setting). • Position B for liquid detergent. When you use the liquid detergent: – Do not use gelatinous or thick liquid detergents. – Do not put more liquid then the maximum level. – Do not set the prewa sh phase. – Do not set the delay start. 9.3 Activating the appliance Press the On/Off butto[...]

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    9.8 Cancelling a programme 1. Press the button for some sec- onds to cancel the progr amme and to deactivate the ap pliance. 2. Press the same button again to acti- vate the appliance. Now, you ca n set a new washing programme. The appliance does not drain the water. 9.9 Opening the door While a programme or the delay start op- erates, the applianc[...]

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    10. HINTS AND TIPS 10.1 The laundry load • Divide the laundry in: white, coloured, synthetics, delicates and wool. • Obey the washing instructions that are on the laundry care labels. • Do not wash together white and col- oured items. • Some coloured items can discolou r with the first wash. We recommend that you wash them separately for th[...]

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    11. CARE AND CLEANING WARNING! Before maintenance, d isconnect the ap- pliance from the mains supply. 11.1 External cleaning Clean the applianc e only with soap and warm water. Fully dry all the surfaces. CAUTION! Do not use alcohol, solvents or chemical products. 11.2 Descaling If the water hardness in your area is high or moderate, we recommend t[...]

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    3. 4. 11.6 Cleaning the drain filter WARNING! Do not clean the drain filter if the water in the appliance is hot. 1. 1 2 2. 3. 4. 1 2 5. 1 2 6. ENGLISH 17[...]

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    7. 8. 1 2 9. 1 2 11.7 Cleaning the inlet hose and the valve filter 1. 1 2 3 2. 3. 4. 45° 20° 18 www.electrolux.com[...]

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    11.8 Emergency drain Because of a malfunction, the appliance cannot drain the wate r. If this occurs, do steps (1) through (9) of 'Cleaning the drain filter'. If necessary, cl ean the pump. When you drain the water with the em er- gency drain procedure, you must act ivate again the drain system: 1. Put 2 litres of water in the main wash c[...]

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    Problem Possible soluti on The appliance does not fill with water. Make sure that the water tap is open. Make sure that the pressure of the water supply is not too low. For this information , contact your local water authority. Make sure that the water tap is not clogged. Make sure that the filter of the inlet hose and the filter of the valve are n[...]

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    Problem Possible soluti on Make sure that the packaging and/or the transit bolts are removed. Refer to 'Installation'. Add more laundry in the drum. The load may be too small. The appliance fills with water and drain imme- diately. Make sure that the drain hose is in the correct position. The hose may be too low. The washing results are n[...]

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    14. ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS Recycle the materials with the symbol . Put the packaging in applicable containers to recycle it. Help protect the environment and huma n health and to recycle waste of electrica l and electronic appliances. Do not di spose appliances marked with the symbol with the household waste. Return the product to your local recyclin[...]

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    ENGLISH 23[...]

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    www.electrolux.com/shop 132920790-A-332012[...]