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LAVAMAT W 808
Washing Machine
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  • Page 1 LAVAMAT W 808 Washing Machine User information...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Please read this user information carefully. Pay particular attention to the section "Safety" on the first Info pages. Please keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on to any future owners of the unit. The warning triangle and /or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Impor- tant!) emphasise information which is important for your safety or for the unit's functional reliability.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents CONTENTS Operating Instructions ........Safety .
  • Page 4 Contents Programme Tables ..........25 Washing .
  • Page 5 Contents Electrical connection ......... . . 41 Water connection .
  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Safety The safety aspects of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, as manufacturers we regard it as our responsibility to inform you about the following safety instructions.
  • Page 7: Child Safety

    Operating Instructions Child Safety • Packaging materials (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • Children frequently cannot recognise hazards involved in handling electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure that they are properly super- vised during operation and never allow children to play with the washing machine -there is a risk that they can lock themselves inside it.
  • Page 8: Disposal

    Operating Instructions • Small animals can chew the power cables and water hoses. Risk of electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away from the washing machine. Disposal Disposing of the Packaging Material! Dispose of the packaging of your washing machine correctly. All pakka- ging materials used are environmentally-compatible and recyclable.
  • Page 9: Unit Description

    Operating Instructions Unit description Front view Drawer for de- tergent and Control panel care agent Rating plate (be- hind filling door) Main door Flap in front of Screw feet drain pump (height-adjustable) Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent In-wash stain treatment Main detergent Pre-wash detergent/ (powder) and water-...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Operating Instructions Control Panel Program selector Spin speed button ON/OFF button with power in- RINSE HOLD button dicator light STAIN button QUICK WASH Temperature button selector SOAKING button Programme Knob The programme knob determines the type of wash cycle (eg. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) according to the type of the articles to be...
  • Page 11: Programme Group Easy-Cares

    Operating Instructions 3 (RINSE) Separate rinse followed by spin or rinse hold, eg. for rinsing hand- washed cottons/linen. Rinse hold means: The washing remains lying in the last rinsing water. It is not spun. 4 (CONDITIONER) Separate conditioning, separate starching or separate finishing for damp cottons/linen (1 rinse, liquid care agent is flushed in from the compartment æ...
  • Page 12: Temperature Selector

    Operating Instructions 13 (GENTLE RINSE) Separate gentle rinse followed by short spin or rinse hold, eg. for rins- ing hand-washed woollens or delicates. 14 (CONDITIONER) Separate gentle conditioning for damp woollens or delicates (1 gentle rinse, liquid care agent is washed in from the compartment æ followed by short spin or rinse hold).
  • Page 13: M (On/Off) Button

    Operating Instructions ä (STAIN) For dealing with heavily soiled or stained washing (in-wash stain treatment is added at the optimum time during the course of the programme). ä (STAIN) can be used in conjunction with the programme knob settings: – k 1 (PRE WASH COTTONS/LINEN); –...
  • Page 14: Consumption Values And Time Requirements

    Operating Instructions Consumption values and time requirements The values for selected programmes in the following tables were deter- mined under standardized conditions. They are nonetheless a useful guide for domestic use. Tempera- Filling Water Energy Time in Programme knob ture selec- quantity in litres in kWh...
  • Page 15: Prepare Washing Cycle

    Operating Instructions Prepare washing cycle Sort washing and prepare • Sort the washing according to the care symbol and type (see "Wash- ing types and care codes"). • Empty all pockets. • Remove metal objects (paper clips, safety pins etc.). •...
  • Page 16: Washing Types And Care Symbols

    Operating Instructions Washing Types and Care Symbols The care symbols help you choose the correct wash programme. The washing should be sorted according to type and care symbol. The tem- peratures stated in the care symbols are all maximum values. Cottons ç...
  • Page 17: Washing Detergents And Care Agents

    Operating Instructions Washing Detergents and Care Agents Which detergent and care agent? Use only detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in wash- ing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much detergent and care agent? The amount to be used depends on: •...
  • Page 18: Running A Wash Cycle

    Operating Instructions Running a Wash Cycle Brief Instructions To run a wash cycle: 1. Open the door and fill with washing. 2. Close the door. 3. Add washing detergent / care agent. 4. Set the wash programme – Set the programme using the programme knob; –...
  • Page 19 Operating Instructions Add the washing For the maximum filling quantities, see the "Program tables". See "Sort and prepare washing" for information on correctly preparing the washing. 1. Sort and prepare the washing according to type. 2. Open the filling door: Pull on the handle of the filling door. 3.
  • Page 20: Add Washing Detergent And/Care Agent

    Operating Instructions Add Washing Detergent and/Care Agent Refer to the information on washing detergents and care agents, see section entitled “Washing Detergents and Care Agents“. 1. Pull out the washing powder drawer as far as it will go. 2. Fill with washing detergent / care agent Compartment for in-wash stain treatment only for additional programme...
  • Page 21: Setting The Wash Programme

    Operating Instructions Setting the Wash Programme For a suitable programme, the right temperature and possible addi- tional programmes for the relevant type of wash, refer to the “Pro- gramme Tables“. Important! Only turn the pro- gramme knob in a clockwise di- rection.
  • Page 22: Changing The Spin Speed/Selecting Rinse Hold

    Operating Instructions Changing the Spin Speed/Selecting Rinse Hold If required, change the spin speed for the final spin speed or select o (RINSE HOLD): – Press the spin speed button or – press o (RINSE HOLD) button. If o (RINSE HOLD) is selected the washing will remain in the last rinse water;...
  • Page 23: Wash Programme Progress

    Operating Instructions Wash Programme Progress Programme progress display The programme knob is also a programme progress display. It turns clockwise as the programme progresses until it ends, showing the stage of the programme that is currently being carried out. The speed at which the pro- gramme knob turns varies.
  • Page 24: Wash Cycle Completed/Removing Washing

    Operating Instructions Wash Cycle Completed/Removing Washing A wash programme normally ends with the final spin. If q (SOAKING) has been selected: Release q (SOAKING) button. Main wash for t (COTTONS/LINEN) or } (EASY-CARES) will run. If o (RINSE HOLD) has been selected: The water must first be pumped out or the washing must still be spun.
  • Page 25: Programme Tables

    Operating Instructions Programme Tables Not all possible settings are listed below - only the most appropriate and those most commonly used in everyday operation. Washing Maximum Fill- Type of Tempera- Additional But- ing Quantity Washing, Programme Knob ture Selector tons Possible Care Symbols (dry weight) q (SOAKING)
  • Page 26: Separate Rinse

    Operating Instructions Separate Rinse Max. Filling Quantity Type of Washing Programme Knob (dry weight) Cottons/Linen (RINSE COTTONS/LINEN) Easy-cares 2.5kg (RINSE EASY-CARES) Delicates 2.5kg (GENTLE RINSE DELICATES/WOOLLENS) Woollens Separate Conditioning/Starching/Finishing Max. Filling Qantity Type of Washing Programme Knob (dry weight) Cottons/Linen (CONDITIONER COTTONS/LINEN) Easy-cares 2.5kg...
  • Page 27: Cleaning And Care

    Operating Instructions Cleaning and Care Control panel Important! Do not use any furniture cleaning agents or aggressive cleaning agents in order to clean panel and control parts. Wipe control panels with a damp cloth. When doing so, use warm wa- ter.
  • Page 28: Washing Drum

    Operating Instructions 7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in section of the washing machine, particularly also the noz- zles on the top side of the rinsing- in chamber. 8. Set the detergent drawer into the guide tracks and push in. Washing Drum The washing drum is made of stainless steel.
  • Page 29: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    Operating Instructions Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing ma- chine with the washing and remain in the drain pump casing. Fluff and strands of fabric can gather on these items and block the drain pump. Therefore the drain pump should be cleaned at least once a year.
  • Page 30: What To Do If

    Operating Instructions What to do if ... Remedying Faults In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even dur- ing the warranty period.
  • Page 31 Operating Instructions Problem Possible Cause Remedy Remove transport packaging The transport packaging has according to the installation not been removed. and connection instructions. Adjust the feet according to The height-adjustable screw the instructions for installa- feet are not correctly set. tion and connection.
  • Page 32 Operating Instructions Problem Possible Cause Remedy Softener has not been The softener insert has not flushed into machine; Wash the washing powder been correctly positioned in- drawer æ for care drawer and position the sof- side the care agent compart- agent is filled with wa- tener insert firmly.
  • Page 33: If The Washing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    Operating Instructions If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing has turned grey and if limescale is deposited in the drum, then • Too little detergent was used. • The wrong detergent was used. • Special soiling was not pre-treated. •...
  • Page 34 Operating Instructions Warning! Switch off the washing machine before performing emer- gency drainage and pull out the mains plug. Caution! The washing solution escaping from the emergency drainage hose may be hot. There is a risk of scalding! Allow the washing solution to cool down before performing emergency drainage.
  • Page 35: Child Safety Feature

    Operating Instructions Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the filling door can no longer be closed and no washing program can be started. Setting the child safety feature Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the filling door clockwise as far as it will go.
  • Page 36: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and connection instructions Installation and connection instructions Installation Safety Precautions • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (viewed from the front). Electronic components can get wet. • Check the washing machine for transport damages. A damaged unit must never be put into operation under any circumstances.
  • Page 37: Installation Of The Appliance

    Installation and connection instructions Installation of the appliance Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for installing under units. Transporting the appliance • Do not place the washing machine on its front or on its right side (viewed from the front). Otherwise, electrical components can get wet.
  • Page 38 Installation and connection instructions The special spanner (A) and the caps (B) (2 each) and (C) (1 each) are supplied with it. 3. Remove the screw D, including the compression spring with the special spanner A. 4. Cover the hole with the cap C. Important! When fitting the plastic caps, press until they snap into the rear panel securely.
  • Page 39: Prepare The Installation Place

    Installation and connection instructions Prepare the installation place • The installation surface must be clean and dry, free of floor polish residues and other greasy coatings so that the unit does not slip away. Do not use lubricants as a sliding aid. •...
  • Page 40: Compensate For Floor Unevenness

    Installation and connection instructions Compensate for floor unevenness Floor unevenness can be compensated for and the height can be cor- rected with the four adjustable screw feet. The height can be adjusted in the range +10 .. -5mm. To adjust the feet use the special spanner supplied for removing the transport braces.
  • Page 41: Electrical Connection

    Installation and connection instructions Electrical connection Details of the mains voltage, current type and required fuses can be found on the rating plate. The ra- ting plate is located at the top above the filling door. For permanent electrical connection within the electrical circuit, provi- sions must be made which allow for electrical disconnection of the ap- pliance from the mains with a contact opening of at least 3 mm at all...
  • Page 42: Water Inflow

    Installation and connection instructions Water inflow A pressure hose of 1.35m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by our Customer Service is permissible. –...
  • Page 43: Water Drain

    Installation and connection instructions Water drain The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or discharge basin or a bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extensions (max. 3m laid on the floor and then up to 80cm high).
  • Page 44: Technical Data

    Installation and connection instructions Technical data Adjustment possibility Approx. +10 / -5mm Filling quantity (program-dependent) max. 5kg Area of use Domestic Drum speed, spinning See rating plate Water pressure 1-10 bar (= 10 - 100 N/cm = 0.1 - 1.0 Mpa) Dimensions (dimensions in mm)
  • Page 45: Warranty Conditions / Customer Service Centres

    In diesen Ländern gelten die Garantiebedingungen der örtlichen Partner. Diese können dort eingesehen werden. Further after-sales service agencies overseas In these countries our AEG agents’ own guarantee conditions are applicable. Please ob- tain further details direct. Autres agences étrangères assurant le service après-vente Dans ces pays, les conditions de garantie des concessionnaires de la région sont vala-...
  • Page 46 Warranty conditions / Customer service centres Bahrain/Arabian Gulf Croatia New Zealand A.A. Zayani & Sons Electrolux D.O.O. Euro-Life New Zealand Ltd. P.O. Box 9 32 Suplova 7 Privat Bag Bahrain 10000 Zagreb 58 Symonds Street Tel.: 261060 Tel.: 1 61 19512 Auckland Fax: 1 61 19513 Tel.: (09) 525 2222...
  • Page 47 Tel.: 0120-13-7117 Fax: 03-3790-5257 Thailand Slovakia Rep. South Africa OLYMPIA Thai Ltd. Electrolux Slovakia S.R.O. AEG (Pty) Ltd. 44 Ratchadapisek Road Seberiniho 1 55, 12th Road 10320 Bangkok 821 03 Bratislava P.O. Box 1 02 64 Tel.: 2 513 6111 Tel.: 02 4333 4322, 4355...
  • Page 50: Index

    Index INDEX Care agent ....9 Quick wash ....13 Care symbols .
  • Page 51: Service

    Service Service In the chapter "What to do if...“ , some faults are listed which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you do not find any information there, please consult your Customer Service. (You can find the addresses and telephone numbers in the section "Customer Service Centres“.) Always prepare in advance for the discussion.
  • Page 52 USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world. AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 822 942 809-01-060902-03 Subject to change without notice...

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