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AEG LAVAMAT W 1020 Instruction Book

AEG LAVAMAT W 1020 Instruction Book

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  • Page 1 LAVAMAT W 1020 Washing machine Instruction book...
  • Page 2 Dear customer, Please read these user instructions carefully. Above all, observe the "Safety" section in the first pages. Keep these user instructions in a safe place for future reference. Please pass them along to future owners of the appliance. Important information concerning your safety and proper functioning of the appliance is highlighted with the warning triangle or the signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!).
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents CONTENTS Operating instructions ........Safety .
  • Page 4 Contents Program Tables ..........22 Washing .
  • Page 5 Contents Power supply ..........38 Water connection .
  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Operating instructions OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Safety The safety standards of AEG electric appliances are in keeping with the recognised rules of technology and the law governing the safety of appliances. Nevertheless as a manufacturer we are committed to famil- iarise you with the following safety instructions: Prior to initial start-up •...
  • Page 7: General Safety

    Operating instructions Safety of children • Packaging materials (e.g. sheet and Styrofoam) can be dangerous for children. Danger of asphyxiation! Keep packaging materials at a safe distance from children. • Children are often unable to recognise the dangers involved with electrical appliances.
  • Page 8: Disposal

    Operating instructions Disposal Dispose of the packaging! Dispose of washing machine packaging materials properly. All packag- ing materials are environmentally sound and can be safely disposed of, or burned in a refuse incineration plant. The plastic parts can be reused: •...
  • Page 9: Description Of The Appliance

    Operating instructions Description of the Appliance Front View Drawer for Control Panel detergent and softener Rating plate (behind door) Door with handle Flap in front of the Threaded feet circulation pump (height adjustable) Drawer for Detergent and Conditioner Suction cap Pre wash detergent (must be or in-wash stain...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Operating instructions Control panel Spin Speed Button EASY-CARES Program Selector Temperature Selector Button ON/OFF RINSE HOLD Button Button Program Selector You define the type of washing cycle using the program selector. Important! Only turn the program selector clockwise! The various positions have the following effect: (COTTONS/LINEN), (EASY-...
  • Page 11 Operating instructions Separate rinse, e.g. for rinsing hand washed fabrics (spinning in accord- ance with the selected washing type or rinse hold). (RINSE HOLD) means: the washing is left in the last rinse water, it is not spun. • (CONDITIONER) Separate conditioning of wet cotton/linen or easy-care washing.
  • Page 12: Temperature Selector

    Operating instructions Temperature Selector On the temperature selector you can set the temperature for the washing cycle; the temperature is continuously variable from (COLD) to 95 °C. E Position (Energy Saving): Energy saving program at approx. 67 °C for lightly to normally soiled cotton washing.
  • Page 13: Before Washing For The First Time

    Operating instructions Before Washing for the First Time 1. Pull the detergent drawer out from the control panel a little. 2. Pour around 1 litre of water into the washing machine via the deter- gent drawer. This will ensure when the washing machine is started that the water container is closed and that the ECO valve can function cor- rectly.
  • Page 14: Prepare Washing Cycle

    Operating instructions Prepare washing cycle Sort washing and prepare • Sort washing according to care symbol and type (see "Washing types and care symbols"). • Empty all pockets. • Remove metal objects (paper clips, safety pins etc.). • In order to prevent bunching up of washing and damage to washing, close zippers, button up duvets and pillow cases, and tie up loose ends from, for example, aprons.
  • Page 15: Washing Types And Care Symbols

    Operating instructions Washing Types and Care Symbols Care symbols assist in the selection of the correct washing program. Washing should be sorted according to type and care symbol. The tem- peratures indicated in the care symbols are maximum temperatures. Cottons ç Cotton and linen fabrics with this care symbol are resistant to the mechanical action of the washing machine and high temperatures.
  • Page 16: Detergent And Conditioner

    Operating instructions Detergent and conditioner Which detergent and conditioner? Use only detergents and conditioners which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always observe the manufacturer’s instructions. How much detergent and conditioner? The required quantity depends upon: • the amount of washing If the detergent manufacturer does not include dosing instructions for reduced loads, use one third less for half loads and only half of the full load detergent quantity for very small loads.
  • Page 17: Performing A Washing Cycle

    Operating instructions Performing a Washing Cycle Brief Instructions A washing cycle is performed in the following steps: 1. Open the door, load the washing. 2. Close the door. 3. Add detergent/conditioner. 4. Set the correct washing program: – Set the program on the program selector; –...
  • Page 18: Loading The Washing

    Operating instructions Loading the Washing For maximum loads see the "Program Tables". For notes on the correct preparation of the washing, see "Washing Types and Care Symbols". 1. Sort the washing by type and prepare. 2. Open the door: pull the handle on the door. 3.
  • Page 19: Setting The Washing Program

    Operating instructions Setting the Washing Program For suitable programs and the right temperature for the relevant type of washing, see "Program Tables". Important! Only turn the program selector clockwise! 1. Set the program selector to the desired washing program. 2. Set the temperature selector to the desired temperature.
  • Page 20: Changing The Spin Speed Or Selecting Rinse Hold

    Operating instructions Changing the Spin Speed or Selecting Rinse Hold If desired, reduce the spin speed for the final spin or select rinse hold: – Press the spin speedbutton or – Press the (RINSE HOLD) button. (RINSE HOLD) is selected, the washing is left in the last rinse water, it is not be spun.
  • Page 21: Washing Cycle Complete/Removing The Washing

    Operating instructions Washing Cycle Complete/Removing the Washing The washing program normally ends with the final spin. After a rinse hold: After a rinse hold the water must first be pumped out or the washing spun: 1. Release the (RINSE HOLD) button. 2.
  • Page 22: Program Tables

    Operating instructions Program Tables Washing Not all possible settings are given in the following, but only those that are useful and meaningful in everyday use. Max. Load Washing Type, Program Temperature Additional Care Symbol Selector Selector Button (weight dry) (STAIN) Cottons 70 to 95 ç...
  • Page 23: Washing With A Pre Wash

    Operating instructions Max. Load Washing Type, Program Temperature Additional Care Symbol Selector Selector Button (weight dry) Woollens (COLD) ì to 40 WOOL 1) A 10 litre bucket contains about 2.5kg of dry washing (cotton). 2) In order to achieve the same washing results when using the energy saving set- ting E (approx.
  • Page 24: Separate Gentle Rinsing/Starching/Conditioning

    Operating instructions Separate Gentle Rinsing/Starching/Conditioning Max. Load Type of Washing Program Selector Additional Button (weight dry) Cottons/Linen (CONDITIONER) Easy-Cares 2.5kg (EASY-CARES) Delicates 2.5kg (GENTLE RINSE) Woollens Separate Spinning Max. Load Type of Washing Program Selector Additional Button (weight dry) Cottons/Linen (SPIN) Easy-Cares 2.5kg...
  • Page 25: Cleaning And Caring

    Operating instructions Cleaning and Caring Control panel Attention! Do not use furniture care products or aggressive cleansers for cleaning control panels and control elements. Wipe control panels with a moist cloth. Use warm water. Detergent drawer The detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 1.
  • Page 26: Washing Drum

    Operating instructions Washing drum The washing drum is made of rust-free stainless steel. Rusty objects in the washing drum may lead to rust deposits on the drum. Attention! Do not clean the stainless steel drum with acid containing decalcifying agents, abrasives containing chlorine or iron, or steel wool. Appropriate cleansers are available from our customer service depart- ment.
  • Page 27: What To Do When

    Operating instructions What to do when… The somewhat different, in comparison to older wash- ing machines, whistling noise during spinning is due to the modern drive system. A rattling sound on startup – in particular when using for the first time – is caused by the circulation pump and is due to the design.
  • Page 28 Operating instructions Malfunction Possible Cause Remedy Dose detergent exactly in Excessive foaming Probably too much detergent accordance with the manu- during the main wash. was used facturer’s instructions. Threaded fitting on the Tighten the water inlet hose water inlet hose is leaking. Check drain hose and if nec- Drain hose is leaking.
  • Page 29: If The Washing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    Operating instructions If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing is grey and there are calcium deposits in the drum • Too little detergent was used. • The wrong detergent was used. • Special soiling was not pre-treated. •...
  • Page 30: Perform Emergency Drain

    Operating instructions Perform emergency drain • If the washing machine no longer pumps out the water then an emergency drain must be performed. • If the washing machine is located in a room in which below freezing temperatures might occur, emergency draining must be carried out if danger of freezing occurs.
  • Page 31: Clean The Circulating Pump

    Operating instructions When the water is completely drained: 7. Press the end stop firmly back into the emergency drain hose. 8. Push the emergency drain hose back in a little and allow it to snap into the mounting. 9. Put on the flap and close. The ECO valve does not function when the machine has been fully emptied.
  • Page 32: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and Connection Instructions INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Safety Precautions • Do not tip the washing machine over the front or the left side (seen from the front). Electrical components could become wet! • Check the washing machine for transport damages. You should never connect a damaged appliance.
  • Page 33: Dimensions Of The Appliance

    Installation and Connection Instructions Dimensions of the appliance Front and Side Views Rear View...
  • Page 34: Installation Of The Appliance

    Installation and Connection Instructions Installation of the appliance Washing machines with arched covers are not suited for installation beneath countertops. Transporting the appliance • Do not lay the washing machine on the front or on the left side (seen from the front); otherwise the electrical components could become wet! •...
  • Page 35: Remove Transportation Protection

    Installation and Connection Instructions Remove transportation protection Attention! Be absolutely certain that all shipping braces have been removed before installing the appliance. Store all shipping braces in a safe place in case they are required for future transport (moving). Special spanner H and cover caps E (2 off) and G (1 off) are supplied with the appliance.
  • Page 36: Prepare The Installation Place

    Installation and Connection Instructions Prepare the installation place • The installation surface must be clean and dry, free of floor wax and other smearing substances, so that the appliance does not slip off. Do not use any lubricant as sliding aid. •...
  • Page 37: Levelling On Uneven Floors

    Installation and Connection Instructions Levelling on uneven floors Using the four adjustable threaded feet, compensation can be made for unevenness in the floor and the height of the appliance adjusted. The height can be adjusted over the range +10... -5 mm. To adjust the feet use the special spanner supplied for removing the transport braces.
  • Page 38: Power Supply

    Installation and Connection Instructions Power supply Details on the mains voltage, type of current and the neces- sary fuse protection are to be found on the rating plate. The rating plate is above and behind the door. For permanent electrical con- nection within the electrical circuit, provisions must be made which allow for electrical disconnec- tion of the appliance from the mains with a contact opening of at least...
  • Page 39: Water Connection

    Installation and Connection Instructions Water connection The washing machine is provided with safety devices which prevent reverse pollution of drinking water and conform to the State regula- tions issued by water supply authorities (e.g. in Germany: DVGW Direc- tives). Further protective measures in the installation are hence unnecessary.
  • Page 40: Water Feed

    Installation and Connection Instructions Water feed A flexible pressure tubing of 1.5m length is supplied. If a longer feed tubing is needed, a complete VDE-approved tubing set with mounted screw connections, supplied by our customer service, should be used exclusively. –...
  • Page 41: Water Drain-Off

    Every washing machine is provided with a suds pump for draining the washing/rinsing suds, which can deliver liquids via the drain-off tubing up to a height of 1m, measured from the standing level of the machine. For delivery heights above 1m please establish contact with the AEG customer service.
  • Page 42: Technical Data

    Installation and Connection Instructions Technical data Height x Width x Depth 85x60x60cm Depth with open door 95cm Height adjustment approx. +10/-5mm Weight when empty approx. 85kg Load (depending on the program) max. 5kg Area of use Household Wash cycle drum speed max.
  • Page 43: Guarantee/Service Departments

    In diesen Ländern gelten die Garantiebedingungen der örtlichen Part- ner. Diese können dort eingesehen werden. Further after-sales service agencies overseas In these countries our AEG agents’ own guarantee conditions are appli- cable. Please obtain further details direct. Autres agences étrangères assurant le service après-vente Dans ces pays, les conditions de garantie des concessionnaires de la région sont valables.
  • Page 44 Guarantee/Service departments Australia Korea (South) Namibia ANDI-Co Pty. Ltd Core Incorp. AEG NAMIBIA (PTY) LIM- 9 Kingston Town Close 3/F Chewoo Bldg. ITED-Jeppe Street Oakleigh VIC 3166 200 Nonhyun-Dong Northern Industrial Area Tel.: (03) 9569 1235 Kangnam-Ku Windhoek Fax: (03) 9569 1450 Seoul Tel.: (061) 21-6082/4...
  • Page 45 Fax: 61 1234 238 Fax: 81 3 3763 6143 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...
  • Page 46: Index

    Index INDEX Calcium ......29 Rating Plate ....9 Conditioner .
  • Page 47: Service

    Service SERVICE If a malfunction should occur at the appliance, refer first to the section "What to do when ..." in these user instructions. If you do not find any applicable instructions there, contact your customer service centre. (Addresses and telephone number can be found in the "Service Depart- ments"...
  • Page 48 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 822 942 081 - 01 - 0600...

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