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LAVAMAT 54810 Washing machine User information...
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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.
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.
General safety • Repairs to the washing machine may only be carried out by qualified/ authorised service engineers. • Never use the appliance when the electrical cable is damaged or the control panel, worktop or plinth area are damaged to such an extent that the inside of the appliance is openly accessible.
Programme overview Programme ENERGY SAVING COTTONS/LINEN 95, 60, 40, 30 EASY-CARES 60, 40 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”.
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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.
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.
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 2.
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...
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.
Activating/deactivating RINSE+ If RINSE+ is activated, two additional rinse cycles take place with the programmes COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES/EASY IRON, DELICATES and RINSE. RINSE+ remains permanently saved – even after the appliance has been switched off. Activating RINSE+: 1. Turn the programme selector to COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES/EASY IRON or DELICATES (with the temperature of your choice).
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.
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 DRAIN and press the START/PAUSE button (the water will be drained without spin- ning), –...
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.
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.
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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.
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. •...
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.
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.
Disposal Packaging material The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recy- cled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PE<, >PS<, etc. Please dispose of the packaging materials in the appropriate container at your local waste disposal facilities. Old appliance The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this...
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)
Installation and connection instructions 1 Safety information concerning installation • 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.
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).
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. Turn sealing cap C upside down as shown in the illustration. 5.
If the appliance is to stand on a base: In order for the appliance to be se- cure on the base, fixing plates*) must be mounted, into which the appliance is inserted. If the appliance is to stand on a floor which moves, e.g. a suspend- ed wooden floor: Place the appliance in an area as close as possible to a corner of the room.
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.
The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point. This appliance complies with the requirements laid out in the EEC Di- rective 76/899. Voltage 240 V AC: Fuse rating 13amps See rating plate for further information. This appliance meets VDE requirements.
Sealing rings are either inserted in the plastic nuts of the threaded hose fitting or are included as spare parts. Do not use any other sealing rings. Important! All threaded hose fit- tings must only be tightened by hand. 1. Connect the hose with the right-an- gle connector to the machine.
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When discharging into a stand- pipe ensure that the top of the curve in the hose end is no more than 90 cm (35.4’’) and no less than 60 cm (23.6’’) above floor level. The upright standpipe should have a minimum, length of 30 cm (12’’) from the bottom of the el- bow to the top of the pipe (see diagram).
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: •...
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Autres agences étrangères assurant le service après-vente Dans ces pays, les conditions de garantie des concessionnaires de la ré- gion sont valables. Vous pouvez les consulter sur place. Otros puntos de Postventa en el extranjero En estos países rigen las condiciones de nuestros representantes locales. las cuales pueden ser consultadas allí...
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Tel.: 0085222621620 Fax: 0085227550333 Israel Evis Ltd. Tadiran-Ampa Service 10 Gibonay Israel Street New Industrial Zone Netanya, 42504 Israel Japan Electrolux Japan Ltd. Domestic Appliances Department Maruzen Showa Warehouse Building Tookai 4-5-12, Ota-ku 143-006 Tokyo Tel.: 0120-13-7117 Fax: 03-3790-5257 Thailand...
0870 5 929 929 For Customer Service in the Republic of Ireland please contact us at the ad- dress below: AEG/ Electrolux Group (Ire) Ltd Long Mile Road/ Dublin 12 Republic of Ireland Tel: +353 (0) 1 4090754 Email: service.eid@electrolux.ie...
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