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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Introduction Section A Knowing your washing machine Parts of the washing machine The Control Panel and Button and Pad response Rotation Fill, Rinse Cycles Section B Washing instructions Sort your washing into separate wash loads Check your clothes to avoid damage Load the washing machine Add the detergent, Add fabric conditioner Switch on the power, Choose the wash programme...
  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction Thank you for choosing this automatic washing machine. You should read this booklet before you use your new washing machine. This booklet gives you all the information you need to: E get the best washing results E understand the features of your new washing machine E care for your washing machine E deal with washing problems.
  • Page 3: Section A

    Section A Knowing your washing machine Parts of the machine Control panel Washbowl Outlet Hose / Drain Hose Agitator Suds return hose (not available on this model) Lint filter Fabric softener dispenser This washing machine has many wash options allowing you to select exactly the right combination for each wash load to clean and care for your clothes.
  • Page 4: The Control Panel And Button And Pad Response

    The Control Panel MODEL 816 PROGRESS INDICATOR ELECTRONIC DISPLAY DELAY START SPIN BIO SOAK ECO RINSE E Indicates stage of E Displays cycle times. E Selects the E Sets the spin E Sets the soak E Selects the wash programme...
  • Page 5: Rotation Fill, Rinse Cycles

    Rotational fill Your washing machine has a rotational fill feature. What rotational fill does When you start a wash programme, the washbowl is rotated with short pulses from the electric motor as the washing machine fills with water. This rotation of the washbowl settles the clothes down into the water which improves the washing performance.
  • Page 6: Section B

    Section B Washing instructions Follow the instructions in this section for the best washing results. Sort your washing into separate wash loads Each load of washing should contain clothing which needs the same washing conditions. For example, you should not wash delicate clothes with very dirty work clothes.
  • Page 7: Add The Detergent, Add Fabric Conditioner

    Add the detergent When adding detergent to your washing machine, there are five things to remember: 1. Think about: E the type of dirt in the items to be washed E the size of your load E the hardness of the water in your local area 2.
  • Page 8: Switch On The Power, Choose The Wash Programme

    Switch on the POWER, Turn on the taps 1. Close the lid. 2. Press the POWER button in. 3. The wash programme lights will flash in sequence: DRIP DRY-->WOOLLENS-->PERM.PRESS-->DELICATE-->REGULAR-->MAXI-->DRIP DRY etc. Press the wash pad once, this will set the washing machine into a factory set wash programme: Regular wash, Large load size, Warm wash, Eco rinse, High spin speed.
  • Page 9: Choose The Load Size, Choose The Wash Temperature

    Choose the load size The LOAD SIZE pad selects the water level in the wash bowl; To change the water level, Press the LOAD SIZE pad. Each press of the pad will change the load size; EX-SMALL-->SMALL-->MEDIUM-->LARGE The lights will stay on as the pad is pressed, eg. Medium has three lights ON.
  • Page 10: Section C

    Section C Features of your washing machine Start/Pause This pad is used to start, stop and continue the wash programme. If you have started a wash programme and wish to stop it for some reason, then press the START/PAUSE pad. You can then change the wash programme while the washing machine is in the pause mode.
  • Page 11: Programming Your Favourite Wash Cycle

    Favourite Pressing the FAVOURITE pad allows you to store your favourite wash programme in the washing machines memory and then recall it for use at a later time, it also allows you to store the ‘Beeper’ selection. To programme your favourite wash cycle proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 12: Programming Delay Start

    Deep Rinse The DEEP RINSE option is selected by pressing the ECO RINSE pad until the DEEP RINSE progress indicator light is ‘ON’. When DEEP RINSE is selected the light above the ECO RINSE selection button is ‘OFF’. Use the Deep Rinse option if you want to use fabric softener. Delay Start You can start a wash programme after a certain number of hours have elapsed, ranging from 1 hour to 23 hours, using the...
  • Page 13: Spin Speeds, Selecting Spin Only, Bio Soak, Drip Dry

    Spin You can select from 3 different spin speeds to suit the clothes in your wash load. Pressing the SPIN button repeatedly will change the spin speed from etc. LOW-->MED.-->HIGH-->LOW The spin speed can be selected while the washing machine is in the pause mode or when programming a favourite cycle.
  • Page 14: Wash Options (Gentle, Short)

    Wash Options The WASH option buttons allows you to select between a GENTLE wash action and a SHORT wash cycle or both together. Press the GENTLE WASH button if you require a less vigorous washing action for the fabric type you are washing. The GENTLE light will be ‘ON’.
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  • Page 16: Section D

    Section D Caring for your washing machine Your washing machine will give you long and trouble-free service, if you follow the instructions in this section. These instructions show you how to care for your washing machine. What to do after each wash Turn off the electricity at the power point.
  • Page 17: Cleaning Your Washing Machine

    Cleaning your washing machine To clean the inside and outside of your washing machine you should: Wipe the surface with a mild dishwashing detergent and warm water. Wipe dry with a soft cloth. IMPORTANT: Never use solvents, aerosol cleaners, spray pack cleaners, metal polishes, caustic materials, scourers or general household cleaners on the plastic control panel or other parts of your...
  • Page 18: Cleaning Stains In The Washbowl

    Cleaning stains in the wash bowl Stains in the wash bowl can be caused by: E metal objects such as bobby pins, dressmaking pins and nails E salt IMPORTANT: Check all pockets before loading clothes into your washing machine. Don’t leave wet clothing (especially swimwear) in the bowl for too long before you wash it.
  • Page 19: Section E

    Section E Handy washing hints This section gives you some help in dealing with washing problems. Yellowing or greying clothes Problem Possible causes What to do GREYNESS • Incorrect wash times and using 1 Add three quarters of a cup of insufficient detergent which water softener, eg Calgon to can cause redepositing of...
  • Page 20: A Guide To Stain Removal

    A guide to stain removal Treat stains as soon as possible. The longer they are left the harder they are to remove. The following information may assist you in stain removal. Note: Some chemicals referred to are only available from chemists. White cotton and Linens Washable Coloured Fabrics BALL POINT PEN INK...
  • Page 21: Section F

    Section F Don’t call for service until you’ve checked these points IMPORTANT: If you call for service and there is nothing wrong with your washing machine, you will have to pay for the service call. You will have to pay even when your washing machine is under warranty.
  • Page 22 Electronic Display Fault Codes When the machine detects a problem and requires the customer’s attention, it will alert the customer of this problem by beeping and display a fault code on the electronic display. The fault and the corrective action is explained in the following table. Displayed code Description Customer action...
  • Page 23 Appliance Parts World Ltd. 154 Apirana Ave. Glen Innes......(09) 528 5555 0800 10 66 10 Electrolux Home Products (NZ) Ltd. 3-5 Niall Burgess Rd. Mt. Wellington (09) 573 2220 Prime Distributors Ltd. 8 Highbrook Drive, East Tamaki ......(09) 273 3580...

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