User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EW804F

[. . . ] 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. 22 Contents Warnings Disposal 24-25 25 Maintenance Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain filter Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 38 38 38 38 39 39 38 Tips for environmental protection 25 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 26 27 27 27 27 28 28 Something not working? 40-41 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 29 29 29 Use Control panel Controls 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 30 30 30 31 31 31 31 31 31 31 32 33 34-35 36-37 23 ENGLISH 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. [. . . ] The temperature selector dial will allow you to choose the most suitable temperature for your laundry. The automatic cooling of the washing water from 90 to 60C before draining will prevent old drain pipes from being deformed. Description of the appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme chart 3 Control panel 4 Door handle 5 Drain filter 6 Adjustable feet 2 1 3 4 5 6 Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener, starch Bleaching agent P0962 Cl 29 ENGLISH The balance control device ensures the machine is stable during the spin. Use Control panel 3 12 4 5 1 Programme chart It will help you to choose the most suitable washing programme for your laundry. 67 8 9 The water can be emptied out by pressing the button again (emptying will be followed by a short spin) or by selecting the drain programme "N". If the button is not pressed, the programmes end with a short spin. 2 No spin button (EW 611 F) 6 On/Off button Press this button to start the machine. The same button is used to switch the machine off. Before selecting a programme or changing an ongoing programme the machine must be switched off by depressing the On/Off button. Depress this button when you have to wash particularly delicate items in order to exclude all the spinning phases. 3 Spin speed reduction button (EW 811 F) By depressing this button the spin speed is reduced as follows: q cotton and linen: from 800 to 400 rpm q synthetics, delicates and wool: from 750 to 400 rpm. 7 Mains-on light It comes on when the machine starts operating and goes out at the end of the programme. 4 Intensive rinse button By depressing this button on programmes for cotton and linen the machine will perform the rinses with high water level. To be used in areas where the water is very soft or for people allergic to detergents or who have very delicate skin. 8 Temperature selector dial (thermostat) To select the washing temperature turn the dial to the required value. When your laundry is only lightly soiled, a cold wash can be used (dial to position ). 5 Anti-crease button Use only with "gentle" programmes for synthetics, delicates and wool. The last rinse water is not emptied out, so as to avoid creasing if the laundry is not removed from the machine immediately after washing. 9 Programme selector dial To select the required washing programme turn the dial clockwise. 30 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 500 g 200 g 250 g 200 g 100 g 200 g 100 g 600 g 200 g 500 g 100 g 100 g 700 g Temperatures 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. 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. 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 32 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 95C Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 30C Hand wash 60 40 40 30 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 33 ENGLISH 95 30 4. Select the temperature 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. Turn the dial to the required setting. 60 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 required option(s) EW 611 F EW 811 F P0004 2. [. . . ] 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. 39 ENGLISH 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 machine is not plugged in or there is no power at the socket. [. . . ]