User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EW1234W

[. . . ] Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol. Our contribution to the protection of the environment: we use recycled paper. 27 ENGLISH Contents Warnings Disposal 29-30 30 Maintenance Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain filter Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 47 47 47 47 47 48 48 Tips for environmental protection 30 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection Building-in 31 32 32 32 33 33 33 34-35 Something not working? 49-50 Your new washer-dryer Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 36 36 36 Use Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives Drying hints Load Garments not suitable for drying Drying symbols on garment labels Duration of the drying cycle Modification of the drying time Fibre residue Additional drying International wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing programmes Drying times 37 37 37 37 38 38 38 38 38 38 39 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 40 41 42-43 44-45 46 28 Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation · All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the instruction book. [. . . ] Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole. Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only). Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only). Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain. The following symbols refer to drying: Machine drying is usually possible Normal drying (normal temperature) Gentle drying (reduced temperature) Do not machine dry Load Sort of laundry Linen and cottons Synthetics Warning: Loads of washed laundry exceeding these values must be divided before being dried, otherwise poor results will be obtained. load (dry weight) 2. 25 kg 1. 5 kg Duration of the drying cycle The drying time can vary according to · the final spin speed; · the required degree of drying (store dry or iron dry); · the type of laundry; · the size of load. The usual drying times are indicated in the programme chart. As you become more familiar with the appliance, you will discover the drying times that best suit your needs according to the various type of fabric. It is a good idea to make a note of these times. Garments not suitable for drying · Particularly delicate items such as synthetic curtains, woollen and silk, garments with metal inserts, nylon stockings, bulky garments such as anoraks, bedcovers, quilts, sleeping bags and duvets must not be machine dried. · Garments padded with foam-rubber or materials similar to foam-rubber must not be machine dried; they represent a fire hazard. · Also, fabrics containing residues of setting lotions or hair sprays, nail solvents or similar solutions must not be machine dried in order to avoid the formation of harmful vapours. Modification of the drying time If you wish to modify the drying time when a drying programme is running, turn the time selector dial clockwise to the required time. Fibre residue After drying fluffy fabrics, such as new towels, it is advisable to perform a gentle rinse (progr. N) to be sure that any residue that may remain in the tub is completely removed and does not stick to garments dried afterwards. After each drying cycle the filter should be checked and cleaned. Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set another short drying cycle. To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fabrics, avoid excessive drying. 40 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash 60 Max. wash temperature 95°C Delicate wash Max. [. . . ] · The door is not properly closed. · The machine fills then empties immediately: · The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: · The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to relevant paragraph in "water drainage" section. · The drain hose is squashed or kinked. · A programme which stops with water in drum has been selected. [. . . ]