Contents Safety instructions Before using your machine for the first time Safety Instructions for the user The ÖKO-system The packing For the sake of the environment ... Öko-Tips for economical washing Description of the machine Equipment The compartment for detergent and additives Summary of instructions for use Before the wash Sorting the wash...
- e.g. colour wash 60°C with a 1/2 measuring beaker of detergent. The safety of AEG electrical appliances is in conformity with Safety instruc- recognized technical standards and current legislation.
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Incorrect repairs can result in considerable danger for the user. Please only contact our factory customer service or a repair workshop approved by us. Only original AEG spare parts fulfil all requirements. - Do not allow children to play with the machine, and keep domestic animals away from it.
The ÖKO-system Your new ÖKO LAVAMAT from the AEG ÖKO System fulfils all current and future requirements of modern wash care and enables an individual and multiple choice of programmes. The most economical use of water, power and detergent contributes to environmental relief and ensures the best economy.
For the sake of the environment ... ÖKO tips for These instructions will help you to act in an environmentally economic conscious manner : washing For normally soiled washes, programmes without pre- wash are provided. Compared to a programme with pre-wash, you save on water and detergent.
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Machine description Equipment Control Panel Programme selector with programme indicator Temperature selector Pilot light INTENSIVE button Spin speed reduction button 850/700 rpm.
compartment for detergent and additives Compartment for Softener or pre-wash detergent Detergent compartment for main wash Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, fabric conditioner, starch)
Summary of instructions for use Prepare the wash Sort, pre-wash treatment Choose the programme Set the programme selector to the required programme. If required, press additional buttons Open the lid Place the laundry in the drum Add detergent Close the lid Turn the temperature selector Choose and select the temperature and the cycle starts.
Before the wash Check that the fabrics are machine washable. This Sort the washing information is provided by the usual international washing symbols : High temperature wash Coloured wash Synthetics Delicate fabrics Wool Sort the wash according to type, degree of soiling and temperature.
New, dark coloured items often have an excess of dye. During the wash, this can be transferred to lighter coloured fabrics. It is better to wash such items separately the first time. Pre-wash Treat stains as soon as possible, while they are still treatment fresh, with water, soap or appropriate pre-wash treatment (stain spray, pre-wash paste etc)
Notice for Test Institutes : For tests similar to IEC 456 (new) with standard load A the maximum load is 4,05 kg. Whenever possible, wash with a full load as this ensures maximum efficiency. Do not overfill. This has a negative result on the washing results.
Detergent Choice of You may use all modern detergents suited to domestic detergent washing machines. The use of the detergent depends on the type of wash and the degree of soiling. Soiling is differentiated according to : Dirt, e.g. dust, soot, sweat, grease etc. Bleachable stains, e.g.
Detergent The quantity of detergent used depends on the size of the Quantities wash, the hardness of the water and the degree of soiling. Follow the instructions on the detergent packet. Your local water supply company can supply information concerning the hardness of the water. Water hardness Degree mmol/L...
There are three compartments in the detergent and Adding Detergent additive dispenser. Compartment 1 = softener for programmes without pre-wash ; washing powder and powder softener for programmes with pre-wash or soak. Compartment 2 = washing powder for the main wash ;...
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Choosing the wash programme The wash programme is chosen with the programme selector, the temperature adjustment knob and the buttons. For normally soiled articles, choose a programme without pre-wash. For dirty articles choose a programme with pre- wash or use the “intensive” button (refer to the button description).
During the programme, the dial of the programme selector The programme rotates in steps and indicates which part of the programme indicator is running. Push Buttons By combining main and additional programmes with the buttons, a programme for all needs can be obtained.
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This feature increases the wash “efficiency” by lengthening INTENSIVE the wash time after the heating phase. You may reduce spin speed with this button for all Spin speed programmes. If you do not press this button, spinning 850/700 push takes place at maximum speed. button...
End of programme At the end of the programme, the machine can be Switching off - opened. Buttons which may have been set should be opening the lid released by pushing again. Set the temperature selector on "0" position. Remove the washing. Check that the drum is completely empty, as otherwise articles could be damaged in the next wash cycle (e.g.
List of programmes Programme selection Wash symbol/ Programme Programme Temperature Buttons Wash selector selector High temperature/ COLOUR 30 ... 95 colour with pre-wash WITH PRE WASH Cotton/linen High temperature/ COLOUR WITHOUT 30 ... 95 colour without pre-wash WASH Cotton/linen Saving programme COLOUR WITHOUT INTENSIVE Cotton linen...
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Programme cycle Possible additional buttons Load Main wash with pre-wash, 3 rinse cycles, final Up to 4,5kg 850/700 spin INTENSIVE Up to 4,5kg Main wash without pre-wash, 3 rinse cylces, final spin Up to 4,5kg Main wash without pre-wash, 3 rinse cycles, final 850/700 spin Up to 4,5kg...
Consumption and times for selected programmes Programme Electricity Time in Water consumption minutes consumption in kWh in litres High temperature wash 95°C, Colour wash 60°C, Synthetics 40°C, Wool 40°C, The values in this table were established under normal conditions. Variations up or down are possible in practice. With programmes with pre-wash, the programme time is increased by approximately 25 minutes.
Maintenance and care Dispenser Clean the dispenser compartment from time to time to compartment remove remaining detergent. Wash drum The wash drum is made of rust free stainless steel. Rusty objects not removed from the wash can cause rust spots to appear on the drum. These spots can be removed using stainless steel cleaner.
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Cleaning the lint filter Regular cleaning of the lint filter is important If you wash articles containing a lot of lint, clean the filter after every wash. Place the water discharge hose in a flat container placed on the ground, to completely empty the machine.
What to do if ... Problems you ... The washing machine does not work at all ? can solve Is the machine connected to the power supply? yourself Was a programme selected? Was a temperature selected? Are all the lids closed? ...
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... Grey traces are found on the finished wash ? Too little detergent was used for articles stained by ointment, grease or oil. The quantity of detergent is insufficient to dissolve grease ? Was the temperature chosen too low ? ...
Customer Service Should you find no solution to a problem in the instructions for use, contact the customer service. Should you contact the customer service for one of the detailed solutions or as a result of incorrect operation, the visit of the customer service cannot be made free of charge, even during the guarantee period.
Technical Data Dimensions: Height 65 cm Width 45 cm Depth 65 cm (including installation) Connections : Details of electrical connection should be obtained from the rating plate. Ensure that the nominal voltage and current type correspond to the supply voltage and current type at the place of installation.