User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EWF14380W

[. . . ] user manual Washing Machine EWF 14380 W 2 electrolux Electrolux. Thinking of you. Share more of our thinking at www. electrolux. com Contents Safety information Product description Control panel Personalization First use Daily use Helpful hints and tips Washing programmes 2 4 5 7 7 8 10 12 Care and cleaning What to do if. . . Technical data Consumption values Installation Electrical connection Environment concerns 15 18 20 21 21 24 24 Subject to change without notice Safety information Important!Read carefully & keep for future reference. [. . . ] Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone1), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste. 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 Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. 1) do not use acetone on artificial silk 12 electrolux · 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 liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. Your appliance incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. 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 Water hardness is classified in so-called "degrees" of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of hardness (from degree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer's instructions. The quantity of detergent can then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (= soft). Characteristic soft medium hard very hard Degrees of water hardness German °dH 0-7 8-14 15-21 > 21 French °T. H. 0-15 16-25 26-37 > 37 Level 1 2 3 4 Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry COTTONS 90°-60° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm Max. load 3. 5 kg 1) For white cottons (heavy soiled items). COTTONS ECONOMY 60° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1400 rpm Max. load 7 kg White and fast coloured cotton. This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton items. The temperature will decrease and the washing time will be extended. [. . . ] In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying. This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall. Important!Do not use the hose from your previous machine to connect to the water supply. The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the machine can be turned as showed in the picture. [. . . ]