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  • Page 1 LAVAMAT 54600 Washing machine User information...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Please read this user information carefully and keep it to refer to later. Please pass the user information on to any future owner of the appli- ance. The following symbols are used in the text: Safety instructions Warning! Information that affects your personal safety. Important! Information that prevents damage to the appliance.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Operating Instructions Safety ............Disposal .
  • Page 4 Installation and connection instructions ....24 Safety information concerning installation ......24 Installing the appliance .

  • Page 5: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions 1 Safety Prior to using the appliance for the first time • Follow the “Installation and connection instructions”. • If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are mi- nus temperatures: store the washing machine at room temperature for 24 hours before using for the first time.

  • Page 6: Disposal

    • Switch off the washing machine prior to cleaning it and carrying out maintenance. In addition, remove the power plug from the power point or – if the appliance has been hard-wired – switch off the cut- out in the fuse box or completely remove the fuse. •...

  • Page 7: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance Detergent drawer Rating plate (behind door) Screw feet (height adjustable) Control panel Spin/RINSE HOLD button Additional programme buttons DELAY TIMER button START/PAUSE button Programme progress display DOOR indicator Control panel Plinth flap/ Drain pump Programme selector...

  • Page 8: Programme Overview

    Programme overview Programme ENERGY SAVING COTTONS/LINEN 95, 60, 40, 30 EASY-CARES 60, 40, 30 EASY IRON 40 DELICATES 40, 30 WOOL/SILK (Hand-washing) 30, COLD RINSE DRAIN SPIN 1) A 10 litre bucket contains approx. 2.5 kg of dry washing (cotton) 2) Programme settings for tests in accordance with or in support of EN 60 456 and IEC 60 456 are de- scribed in the section “Consumption values”.
  • Page 9 Application/Features Energy-saving programme at 60°C for lightly to normally soiled whites/col- oureds made of cotton/linen. Programme for normally to heavily soiled coloureds/whites made of cotton/ linen. Programme for easy-care mixed fibres and synthetics. Special programme at 40°C for easy-care fabrics which after being washed using this programme need to be ironed only lightly or not at all.

  • Page 10: Before The First Wash

    Before the first wash 1. Open the detergent drawer. 2. Pour approx. 1 litre of water through the detergent drawer into the washing machine. This closes the water container when the next programme is started and the economy valve can function properly. 3.

  • Page 11: Running A Wash Cycle

    Running a wash cycle Opening the door/loading washing 1. Open the door: pull the handle on the door. When the appliance is switched on, the DOOR and START/PAUSE indica- tors show whether the door can be opened: DOOR indicator flashing illuminated is off 1) Door is locked because of high water level or high temperature.

  • Page 12: Switching On The Appliance/Selecting A Programme

    1. Pull out the detergent drawer as far as it will go. 2. Add the detergent/conditioner. 3. Push the detergent drawer in fully. Washing powder/tablets for the main wash cycle Conditioner/ Wash-care products to preserve the shape of garments/Starch Washing powder/tablets for the main wash cycle If you are using water softener and require the right-hand compart- ment for detergent for the pre wash cycle/in-wash stain treatment, add the water softener on top of the detergent for the main wash cycle in...

  • Page 13: Changing The Spin Speed/Selecting Rinse Hold

    Changing the spin speed/selecting rinse hold The washing machine suggests the maximum permitted spin speed suitable for the selected pro- gramme. You can reduce this spin speed: To do this, press the Spin/RINSE HOLD button repeatedly until the required speed is indicated. The spin speed for the final spin can still be changed during the pro- gramme.

  • Page 14: Setting The Delay Timer

    Activating/deactivating RINSE+ If RINSE+ is activated, two additional rinse cycles take place with the programmes COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES/EASY IRON and DELICATES. RINSE+ remains permanently saved – even after the appliance has been switched off. Activating RINSE+: 1. Turn the programme selector to COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES or DELI- CATES (with the temperature of your choice).

  • Page 15: Starting A Programme

    Starting a programme 1. Check that the tap is turned on. 2. Select a programme. 3. Press the START/PAUSE button. The programme is started or will start after the delay timer has counted down. During the wash programme the current stage of the programme will be shown in the programme progress display.

  • Page 16: Child Safety Device

    If RINSE HOLD has been selected: Following a rinse hold DOOR and END will illuminate in the programme progress display. First the water must be drained: – Either turn the programme selector to OFF, then to PUMP and press the START/PAUSE button (the water will be drained without spin- ning), –...

  • Page 17: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Important: Do not use furniture cleaning products or aggressive clean- ing agents to clean the appliance. Wipe over the control panel and housing with a damp cloth. Detergent drawer The detergent drawer should be cleaned regularly. 1. Remove the detergent drawer by pulling firmly. 2.

  • Page 18: What To Do If

    What to do if... Remedying small faults yourself If the programme progress display indicates one of the following fault codes during operation: – END flashes 1x (problem with water inlet), – END flashes 2x (problem with water outflow), – END flashes 4x (door open), please consult the following table.
  • Page 19 Problem The transit packaging has not been removed. The washing machine The screw feet have not vibrates when operating been correctly adjusted. or is unstable. There is very little washing in the drum (e.g. just one bathrobe). The inlet hose screw con- nection is leaking.

  • Page 20: If The Wash Result Is Not Satisfactory

    Problem The door cannot be opened when the wash- ing machine is switched The washing is badly creased. If the wash result is not satisfactory The washing is grey and there are limescale deposits in the drum • Too little detergent was used. •...

  • Page 21: Carrying Out An Emergency Drain

    Carrying out an emergency drain Warning! Prior to carrying out an emergency drain, switch off the washing machine and remove the power plug from the power point. Warning! The water that comes out of the emergency drain hose may be hot. There is a risk of scalding. Let the water cool before performing an emergency drain! 1.

  • Page 22: Drain Pump

    Drain pump The drain pump is maintenance-free. It is only necessary to open the pump cover if there is a malfunction and water is no longer being pumped out, e.g. if the pump wheel is blocked. Before loading the machine, please always ensure that there are no for- eign bodies present in the pockets or in between the items to be washed.

  • Page 23: Technical Data

    Technical data This appliance conforms with the following EU Directives: – 73/23/EEC dated 19.02.1973 Low Voltage Directive – 89/336/EEC dated 03.05.1989 EMC Directive inclusive of Amending Directive 92/31/EEC – 93/68/EEC dated 22.07.1993 CE Marking Directive Height x width x depth Depth when door is open Height adjustment Load (depending on programme)

  • Page 24: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and connection instructions 1 Safety information concerning installa- tion • This washing machine cannot be built-in. • Before using for the first time, check the appliance for damage sus- tained while it was being transported. Do not under any circumstanc- es connect an appliance that is damaged to the mains.

  • Page 25: Installing The Appliance

    Installing the appliance Transporting the appliance Warning: The washing machine is very heavy. There is a risk of injury. Exercise care when lifting the appliance. • Do not lay the washing machine on its front nor on its right side (as seen from the front).
  • Page 26 Special spanner A and sealing caps B (2 units) and C (1 unit) come with the appliance. 3. Use special spanner A to remove screw D and the compression spring. 4. Use sealing cap C to cap the hole. 5. Use special spanner A to remove the two screws E.

  • Page 27: Where To Install

    Where to install Important! The washing machine must not be operated in a room where there is a danger of frost. There is a risk of frost damage or ad- verse effect on the perfomance of the machine. Frost damage is not covered under the warranty.

  • Page 28: Electrical Connection

    Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance rating plate.

  • Page 29: Connecting The Appliance To The Water Supply

    Permanent 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), with a minimum gap of 3mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations.

  • Page 30: Water Inlet

    Water inlet A 1.35m long pressure hose is supplied with the appliance. If a longer inlet hose is required, only hoses from the manufacturer are to be used. Service Force stocks hose kits of different lengths. Sealing rings are either inserted in the plastic nuts of the threaded hose fitting or are included as spare parts.

  • Page 31: Water Drainage

    Water Drainage The appliance drain hose should hook into a standpipe, the hook in the drain hose is formed using the plastic “U-Piece“ supplied. The standpipe should have an internal diameter of approximately 38 mm (see dia- gram) thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe.
  • Page 32 Pumping heights of over 1 metre The washing machine’s drain pump is able to pump water to a height of 1metre, calculated from the surface on which the appliance is installed. Important! If pumping height is over 1 metre malfunctions and dam- age to the appliance may arise.

  • Page 33: Warranty Conditions

    Warranty conditions Great Britain Standard guarantee conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: •...

  • Page 35: Service And Spare Parts

    Service and Spare Parts If the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to pur- chase spare parts, please contact Service Force by telephoning: 0870 5 929 929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.
  • Page 36 From the Electrolux Group. The world´s No.1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the world´s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.

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