User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX LAV623W

[. . . ] The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance. Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with the clover symbol. Should any problems arise, this booklet provides instructions on how to solve them by yourself; see section "Something not working?". If this information is not sufficient, please contact our nearest SERVICE CENTRE (address and telephone numbers are indicated on the enclosed leaflet). Printed on recycled paper. [. . . ] The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. 30 40 Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with these symbols are particularly sensitive to machine washing. The WOOLLENS programme is suitable for this type of fabric. If the label has the symbol (hand wash) use the special programme "Elde yikananlar". If the label has the symbol (do not wash), the garments must not be machine washed! 68 Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives Which detergent and additive? Use only detergents and additives for washing machines. Follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much detergent? The quantity depends on: · the load: if the manufacturer does not provide any indications on the amount of detergent for small loads, use about one third less than the suggested amount for half loads and half the amount for very small loads; · the degree of soil: use a small amount of detergent for lightly soiled garments. Judge the amount according to the detergent manufacturer's instructions and size of the load; · the water hardness: the harder the water, the more detergent required. Instructions according to water hardness are given on the detergent pack. Liquid detergent Liquid detergent can be poured directly into the main wash compartment of the dispenser drawer immediately before starting the programme, or a special dispenser can be used that is placed directly in the drum. Measure the detergent according to the manufacturer's instructions. Adding a water softener (descaling product) 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). Information on water hardness can be obtained from your local water supply authority. Information on water hardness Degree of hardness I=Soft II=Medium III=Hard IV=Very hard German degrees °dH French degrees °TH 0-7 7-14 14-21 more than 21 0-15 16-25 26-37 more than 37 69 How to wash Load the laundry Open the door. The display will show the duration of the programme or the selected delay. How to change a programme during its cycle Before you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button. It is possible to change any phase before the programme carries it out. Changing the type of fabric or temperature is possible, obviously, only during the washing phase. When you make a change in these two parameters, the washing machine will resume the cycle from the beginning. If it is necessary to drain the water in order to change the programme in progress, proceed as follows: · PAUSE the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button; · press the SKIP/RESET button (ILERLETME/IPTAL) repeatedly, until only the DRAIN light (BOÇALTMA) remains lit; · press the START/PAUSE button again. When the water has been drained, the display shows a blinking zero. You may now select a new programme and press the START/PAUSE button to start it. How to cancel a programme during its cycle To cancel a programme that is being carried out, first pause the washing machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button , then press the SKIP/RESET button (ILERLETME/IPTAL) repeatedly, until the display shows three blinking dashes. 73 How to wash How to open the door during the cycle of a programme You can open the door, after having set the washing machine to PAUSE, provided the following conditions exist: · the washing machine is not in the heating phase beyond 40°C; · the level of the water is not high; · the drum is not turning. If these requirements are met, when you pause the washing machine, the DOOR LOCKED light goes out and the door can be opened. Should it not be possible to open the door, and should it be absolutely necessary to do so, switch the machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button "AÇMA/KAPAMA". After approximately 2 minutes, you can open the door. Pay attention to the level and temperature of the water in the washing machine! [. . . ] Pull out the three plastic spacers from the holes into which the bolts were fitted. Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find at the back of the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 90 Installation Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor. [. . . ]