User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EW1233W

[. . . ] To enable them to be recycled, they must be placed in the appropriate collection areas (or containers). >PE<= polyethylene >PS<= polystyrene >PP<= polypropylene n n Machine scrapping Hints on how to save energy By following these hints you will obtain economical washing without damaging the environment: n Whenever possible, wash the maximum load for the selected programme, without overloading the drum. n Use a programme with prewash only for very soiled laundry. n Measure out detergent according to the water hardness, the degree of soiling and the quantity of laundry being washed. When the appliance is to be scrapped, cut off the power supply cable and make the door closing device inoperative to avoid it becoming a death trap for a child. [. . . ] To empty out water and spin the laundry, release the button . To drain water without spinning, select programme Q. This button is not compatible with the NON-STOP-programme washing+drying for cotton and synthetics. 3 Drying time selector dial Graduated up to 120 minutes for cotton and synthetics, allows drying time to be selected according to the type and amount of laundry and the required degree of dryness: - blue sector for cotton - orange sector for synthetics Turn the dial clockwise only. Cooling phase To allow the laundry to cool down, a cooling phase starts automatically 10 minutes before the end of drying and this phase must in no circumstances be reduced or interrupted. 6 On/Off button Press this button to start the machine, press it again to interrupt or change a programme or switch off the power supply to the machine. 7 Operating pilot light This light is on whilst the machine is operating and goes out when the ON/OFF button is pressed again. 4 Extra rinse button By depressing this button on programmes A-B-C and D the machine will perform rinses with more water. To be used in areas where the water is very soft or for people who are allergic to detergents. 8 Temperature selector dial Turn this dial clockwise or anti-clockwise to select the required temperature. Position means that the machine will wash with cold water. 9 Programme selector dial To select the required programme, turn this dial clockwise until the programme letter is exactly opposite the pointer. 9 Programme selection n Washing only Load size: ­ cotton, linen max 5. 5 kg ­ synthetics, delicate fabrics 2 kg ­ woollens 1 kg ­ Place the detergent and additive in the dispenser drawer. ­ Select the temperature and the wash programme. ­ Press the ON/OFF button . n Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme) Automatic washing and drying is only possible with linen, cotton and synthetics programmes. The maximum load size is 2. 5 kg for cotton and 1. 5 kg for synthetics. ­ Select the temperature and the wash programme. ­ Press button if desired (only for cotton). Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. Degrees of water hardness Degrees Level Characteristic German °dH French °T. H. 1 2 3 4 soft medium hard very hard 0, 0-15 00-07 16-25 08-14 26-37 15-21 more than 21 more than 37 Drying n All laundry to be dried must be thoroughly spun. The higher the spin speed, the lower the power consumption and the shorter the drying time. Scrupulously follow the instructions on each garment label, making sure that it is suitable for tumble-drying. Do not tumble dry the following: ­ wool, silk, synthetic curtains; ­ articles with a plasticised finish, nylon tights or stockings, sleeping bags, quilts, articles made of foam rubber or containing materials similar to foam rubber, fabrics with metal inserts; ­ fabrics which tend to fray. n n Important: during the drying cycle, the water tap must be left open and the drain hose must be correctly positioned. 12 Simboli internazionali per il trattamento dei tessuti Le etichette con i simboli che trovate applicate sui tessuti sono un valido aiuto per il trattamento e la cura della biancheria. AZIONE DI LAVAGGIO 95 NORMALE Lavaggio a 95°C 60 Lavaggio a 60°C 40 Lavaggio a 40°C 30 Lavaggio a 30°C 60 DELICATA 40 40 30 Lavaggio delicato a mano Non lavare CANDEGGIO Si può candeggiare in acqua fredda Non candeggiare STIRATURA Stiratura forte max 200°C Stiratura media max 150°C Stiratura leggera max 110°C Non stirare A PULITURA A SECCO P P F F Non pulire a secco Queste indicazioni servono ai pulitori a secco per utilizzare il corretto solvente ed il processo di pulitura più indicato per i singoli capi da trattare Temperatura normale Temperatura ridotta ASCIUGATURA Asciugabile in macchine asciugabiancheria Non asciugare in macchine asciugabiancheria 13 Operating sequence Automatic washing and drying (non-stop programme) This option is only possible for cottons and synthetics. Maximum load: ­ cotton, linen 2. 5 kg ­ synthetics 1. 5 kg Before washing your first load of laundry, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine. 1. Place the laundry in the drum Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Measure out the detergent Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. [. . . ] Refer to relevant paragraph in "water drainage" section. Check that the drain hose is not squashed or kinked. A programme with the option has been selected. Check that the laundry is evenly distributed in the drum. [. . . ]