User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EWF 16079 W

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Good luck! 132979391_EN. qxd 01/12/2006 12:36 Pagina 4 4 contents electrolux Contents Safety information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Control panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Washing hints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 International wash code symbol . . . . . . 20 Washing programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-23 Programme information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 Care and cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Something not working. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Techincal data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Consumption values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Environment concerns . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Guarantee conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Customer service centres . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 The following symbols are used in this manual: Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to avoid damaging the appliance. General information and tips Environmental information 132979391_EN. qxd 01/12/2006 12:36 Pagina 5 safety information electrolux 5 Safety Information In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. [. . . ] (*) do not use acetone on artificial silk. Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc. ), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling. All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance: · powder detergents for all types of fabric, · powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens, · liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only. The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme. If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. 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. 132979391_EN. qxd 01/12/2006 12:36 Pagina 19 washing hints electrolux 19 Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Water hardness is classified in so-called "degrees" of hardness. The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by Woolmark for the washing of machine washable Woolmark products provided that the garments are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine. Delicate washing programme suitable for silk and mixed synthetics items. The maximum spin speed is automatically reduced to 700 rpm. With this programme it is possible to wash free time items like pants, shirts or jackets in Jeans and also jersey made of hi-tech materials. This is a special programme for heavily soiled laundry. The machine performs a soak of about 20 minutes at 30°C. At the end of the soak time the machine will stop automatically with water left in the tub. Pour the detergent for the soak programme into the compartment marked . This programme cannot be used for very delicate fabrics as silk or wool. Before starting a new washing phase, it is necessary to empty out the water by: · Draining only: turn the programme selector dial to Drain programme". · Draining and spin: turn the programme selector dial to programme Spin or Delicate Spin, reduce the spin speed by turning the Spin speed selector dial button, and then depress Start/Pause button. [. . . ] The drain hose must not be kinked. A P1118 P0352 The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. 132979391_EN. qxd 01/12/2006 12:37 Pagina 39 installation electrolux 39 Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2. 2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use. Connect the machine to an earthed socket. [. . . ]