User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EW441F

[. . . ] 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. Contents Warnings Disposal Tips for environmental protection Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 19 20 20 20 21 21 21 21 22 22 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives International wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing programmes 25 25 25 25 25 25 25 26 27 28 29-30 Maintenance Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain filter Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 31 31 31 31 31 32 32 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 23 23 23 Use Control panel Controls 24 24 24 18 Something not working? 33-34 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. [. . . ] 35 mins for cotton from COLD to 60C and by 20 mins for synthetics. To be used for lightly soiled laundry. 7 Temperature selector dial (thermostat) To select the washing temperature turn the dial to the required value. To be used for delicate items such as curtains. Position corresponds to HAND WASH at 30C. To be used for items bearing the "hand wash" label. 4 Extra rinse button By depressing this button on programmes A-B for cotton and linen the machine will perform 4 rinses instead of 3. To be used in areas where the water is very soft or for people allergic to detergents or who have very delicate skin. 8 Programme selector dial To select the required washing programme turn the dial clockwise. 24 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer's washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe napkin quilt cover sheet pillow case tablecloth towelling towel tea cloth night dress ladies' briefs man's work shirt man's shirt man's pyjamas blouse men's underpants 1200 g 100 g 700 g 500 g 200 g 250 g 200 g 100 g 200 g 100 g 600 g 200 g 500 g 100 g 100 g 90 60 for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e. g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets. . . ) for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e. g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas. . . . ) in linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e. g. underwear). (cold)for delicate items (e. g. net curtains), mixed 30-40 laundry including synthetic fibres and woollens bearing the label pure new wool, machine washable, non-shrink. Before loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds together. The bleaching agent (chlorine) can be used only for white or fast coloured cotton and linen items. Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the MAX mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Degrees of water hardness Degrees Level Characteristic German dH French T. H. 1 2 3 4 soft medium hard very hard 0- 7 8-14 15-21 0-15 16-25 26-37 more than more than 21 37 26 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 95 Max. wash temperature 95C Delicate wash 60 Max. wash temperature 30C 60 40 40 30 Hand wash Do not wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach Ironing Hot iron max 200C Warm iron max 150C Lukewarm iron max 110C Do not iron Dry cleaning Dry cleaning in all solvents Dry cleaning in perchlorethylene, petrol, pure alcohol, R 111 & R 113 Dry cleaning in petrol, pure alcohol and R 113 Do not dry clean high temperature low temperature Drying Flat On the line On clothes hanger Tumble dry Do not tumble dry 27 ENGLISH Operating sequence Before washing your first load of laundry, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60C, 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. 5. Select the required option(s) Depress button and/or and/or if required. 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. Select the programme and start the machine P0004 Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the required programme and press the ON/OFF button : the mains on light comes on and the machine starts to operate. 2. Measure out the detergent Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure out the amount of detergent recommended by the manufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into the main wash compartment . [. . . ] Select programme "M" and run it until the machine stops. Screw the water inlet hose back on and put the drain hose back in its place. By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is removed, avoiding the formation of ice and, consequently, breakage of the affected parts. When you use the machine again, make sure that the ambient temperature is above 0C. 32 Something not working? Problems which you can resolve yourself. Problem The machine does not start up: Possible cause The door is not firmly closed. The main fuse has blown. [. . . ]