Update the environmentally friendly washing machine (56 pages)
Summary of Contents for AEG OKO-LAVAMAT 82730
Page 1
ÖKO-LAVAMAT 82730 update The Environmentally-Friendly Washing Machine User Information...
Page 2
This user information contains information on remedying any faults which may occur, see the section ”What to do if ...”. If these instructions are not sufficient, our After-Sales Service is at your disposal at any time: ELGROEP & AEG SERVICE Bergensesteenweg 719 1502 Lembeek Tel.: 02/3630444 Here you will receive an answer to any question concerning the fea- tures and use of your unit.
Instructions for use Instructions for use Safety The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appli- ances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility to inform you of the following safety information.
Instructions for use Child Safety • Packaging components (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary supervision dur- ing operation and do not allow children to play with the washing ma- chine –...
Instructions for use Disposal Dispose the packing material! Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packag- ing materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recy- cled. • Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations: >PE<...
Instructions for use Unit Description Front View Drawer for washing Control panel powder and care agent Rating plate (behind filling door) Filling door Flap in front of Screw feet drain pump (height-adjustable) Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent In-wash stain treatment Pre-wash Main detergent detergent/...
Instructions for use Control Panel Program sequence Spin button/RINSE HOLD display Additional program buttons Program selector DOOR/LIGHT button Multidisplay Button: START/ PAUSE DELAY TIMER button OVER DOSING display Program Selector The program selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) ac- cording to the type of garments...
Page 11
Instructions for use EASY-CARES (KREUKHERSTELLEND, MIXTES) Main washing cycle for easy-care textiles (mixed fabrics) at 40 °C to 60 °C. EASY IRON position (STRIJKVRIJ, FACILE A REPASSER): Main washing cycle at 40 °C for easy-care textiles which, with the aid of this program, only have to be either gently ironed or not ironed at all.
Instructions for use Additional Program Buttons The additional program buttons are for adapting the washing program to the dirtiness of the wash- ing. Additional programs are not required for washing which is not excessively dirty. Various functions can be combined with each other, depending on the program.
Instructions for use Consumption Values and Time Requirements The values for selected programs in the following tables were deter- mined under normal conditions. However, there is a helpful orientation aid for domestic operation. Program Selector/ Filling Quantity Water Energy Time in Temperature in kg in litres...
Instructions for use Running Time Display The running times of the washing programs depend on the usual washing practice and the ambient conditions at the installation location. The washing type and quantity, the type of washing powder, the water temperature and the room temperature etc. can influence the duration of the washing program.
Instructions for use Before the First Wash Carry out a washing operation without washing (COTTONS/WITTE WAS, BLANC 95 °C, with half the quantity of washing powder/liquid). This removes residues left over from production on the drum and solu- tion container. Prepare the Washing Cycle Sort and Prepare the Washing •...
Instructions for use Washing Types and Care Codes The care codes help you choose the correct washing program. The washing should be sorted according to type and care code. The temper- atures stated in the care codes are all maximum values. Cottons ç...
Instructions for use Washing Detergents and Care Agents Which washing detergent and care agent? Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much washing detergent and care agent? The amount to be used depends on: •...
Instructions for use Run a Washing Cycle Brief Instructions A washing cycle is run in the following steps: 1. Set the correct washing program: – Set the program and temperature with the program selector – Set any additional program(s) 2. Change the spin speed if necessary / select RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.).
Instructions for use 2. Select any additional programs: The indicator for the selected additional program lights up. – Press another button to make different selection. – Press the button again to deselect. Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold If necessary, change the spin speed for the final spin / select RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ES- SOR.): Press the button Spin speed/RINSE HOLD (GEEN...
Instructions for use Set the Delay Timer Set the delay timer if necessary: Press the button DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJD- KEUZE, DEPART DIFFERE) as often as neces- sary until the required start delay is shown in the multi-display, for example in the form 12h for a program start delay 12 hours.
Instructions for use Add the Washing For the maximum filling quantities, refer to the ”Program Tables”. For information on the correct preparation of the washing, see ”Sort and Prepare the Washing”. 1. Sort and prepare the washing according to type. 2.
Instructions for use Add Washing Detergent/Care Agent Refer to the information on washing detergents and care agents, see section ”Washing Detergents and Care Agents”. 1. Open the washing detergent drawer: grip inside the flap on the drawer at the bottom (1) and pull out the drawer as far as it will go (2).
Instructions for use Start the Washing Program 1. Check that the water valve is open. 2. Start the washing program: Press the button START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE). The washing program is started or it starts after the set time expires. If the indicator DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/LICHT, PORTE/ECLAIR.) lights up red when the button START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE) is pressed, the filling door is not correctly closed.
Instructions for use Completion of the Washing Program Program Sequence Display Before the start, the program steps to be carried out are displayed by the program sequence display. The current program step is displayed during the washing program. Multi-Display The expected remaining time (in minutes) is shown up to the program end in the multi- display.
Page 25
Instructions for use 1. After a rinse hold, it is first necessary to pump off the water: – either press the button START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/ PAUSE) (water is pumped off and the washing is spun according to the program which has just run; with the button Spin speed/RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.), the spin speed can also still be changed during spinning), or –...
Instructions for use Program Tables Washing Not all possible settings are listed below - only the ones most com- monly used in everyday operation and the most appropriate ones. Max. Type of Program Selector Possible Additional Filling Quantity Washing, Temperature Programs Care Codes (dry weight)
Page 27
Instructions for use Max. Type of Program Selector Possible Additional Filling Quantity Washing, Temperature Programs Care Codes (dry weight) PRE WASH (VOORWAS, PRELAV.) DELICATES SOAKING 2,5kg Delicates (FIJNE WAS, (INWEKEN, TREMPAGE) (or 15-20m ì LINGE DELICAT) QUICK WASH curtains) 30, 40 (KORT, COURT) STAIN (VLEKKEN, TACHES)
Instructions for use Separate Conditioning/Starching/Impregnating Max. Filling Quantity Type of Washing Program Selector (dry weight) STARCHING Cottons/Linen (STIJVEN, AMIDON.) Separate Spin Max. Filling Quantity Type of Washing Program Selector (dry weight) SPIN Cottons/Linen (CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE) Easy-Cares 2.5kg SHORT SPIN Delicates 2.5kg (KORT CENTRIFUG., Woollens/Handwash...
Instructions for use Cleaning and Care Control Panel Attention! For cleaning panels and control parts, do not use furniture polish or any aggressive cleaning agents. Wipe off control panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water to do this. Washing Detergent Drawer The washing detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time.
Instructions for use 7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in part of the washing ma- chine, especially the nozzles on the top side of the rinsing-in chamber. 8. Insert the washing detergent drawer into the guide rails and push it in.
Instructions for use Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing ma- chine with the washing and remain in the drain pump casing. Fluff and strands of fabric can gather on these items and block the drain pump. Therefore the drain pump should be cleaned at least once a year.
Instructions for use What to do if ... Remedying Faults In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even dur- ing the warranty period.
Page 33
Instructions for use Problem Possible Cause Remedy Water valve is closed. Open the water valve. Close the water valve. Un- screw the hose from the wa- No water runs in. Filter in screw connection of ter valve, remove the filter the intake hose is blocked.
Page 34
Instructions for use Problem Possible Cause Remedy The screw connection on the Tighten the intake hose intake hose is leaky. screw connection Check the drainage hose and The drainage hose is leaky. replace it if necessary. The washing solution pump Close cover correctly.
Page 35
Instructions for use Problem Possible Cause Remedy Drainage hose bent. Remove the bend. Consult Customer Service. Maximum pump head (outlet They can supply a retrofit kit head 1m from unit's floor as a special accessory for de- Washing not well spun. surface) exceeded.
Instructions for use If the washing result is not satisfactory If the washing is grey and limescale forms in the drum • Not enough washing detergent added. • The right washing detergent was not used. • Special types of stain were not pretreated. •...
Instructions for use Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation • When the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solu- tion, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out. • When the washing machine is in a room where there is a frost risk, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a frost risk.
Instructions for use When all the washing solution has drained off: 6. Firmly push the plug into the emergency emptying hose and turn it tight clockwise. 7. Put the emergency emptying hose back into the holder. 8. Insert the flap into the base panel and close. Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door When the filling door can no longer be opened, it can be opened with the aid of the emergency unlocking facility.
Instructions for use Additional Rinse (RINSE+) The washing machine is set for extremely economical water consump- tion. However, for persons who suffer from allergies, it can be helpful to rinse with more water. When this function is set, an additional rinse is performed with the programs COTTONS/LINEN (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS), EASY-CARES (KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE) / EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE) and DELICATES (FIJNE WAS, LINGE...
Instructions for use Cancel Additional Rinse: 1. Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSOR. DELICAT). 2. Keep the button SOAKING (INWEKEN, TREMPAGE) pressed for at least 5 seconds. As soon as the button is pressed, RINSE (SPOELEN , RINCAGE flashes on the program sequence display.
Instructions for use 4. If you want to check whether the solution cooling is set: – Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSOR. DELICAT). – Briefly press the button PRE WASH (VOORWAS, PRELAV.). If MAIN WASH (HOOFDWAS, LAVAGE) flashes on the program sequence display, the solution cooling is set.
Instructions for use Program Saving To protect a program setting against unwanted changes (e. g. turning the program selector, pressing auxiliary buttons etc.), you can set the program saving function. This prevents damage to your washing. Setting and cancelling the program saving function is possible at any time during a program.
Instructions for use Child Safety Feature When the child safety feature is used, the filling door can no longer be closed and no more washing programs can be started. Setting the Child Safety Feature: Use a coin to turn the rotary knob (on the inside of the filling door) clockwise as far as it will go.
Setting up and connection instructions Setting up and connection instructions Safety Instructions for Installation • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (looking from the front). Electrical components could get wet! • Check the washing machine for transport damage. Never connect a damaged unit.
Setting up and connection instructions Setting Up the Unit Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for substruc- tures. Transporting the Unit • Do not place the washing machine on its front side or on its right side (looking from the front). Otherwise the electrical components can get wet.
Page 46
Setting up and connection instructions 2. Firmly pull both hose holders off the unit. The special button E and the plug caps D (2 ea.) and G (1 ea.) are supplied with the unit. 3. Unscrew the two screws A using the special button E.
Setting up and connection instructions Prepare the Installation Location • The installation surface must be clean, dry and free of floor wax resi- due and other lubricating coatings so that the unit does not slide away. Do not use any lubricants as sliding aids. •...
Setting up and connection instructions Compensate for Floor Unevenness Floor unevenness can be compensated for and the height can be cor- rected with the four adjustable screw feet. The height can be adjusted in a range of +10 ... -5 mm. To adjust the feet use the special spanner supplied for removing the transport braces.
Setting up and connection instructions Electrical Connection Refer to the rating plate for details of the mains voltage, current type and the necessary fuses. The rating plate is located at the top behind the filling door. This unit conforms to the following EU directives: –...
Setting up and connection instructions Water Inflow A pressure hose 1.5m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by our Customer Service is permissible. –...
Setting up and connection instructions Water Drainage The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extension purposes (max. 3m on the floor and then up to 80cm high). The Customer Service stocks hoses in lengths of 2.7 and 4m.
Setting up and connection instructions Delivery Heads over 1m To pump off the washing / rinsing agent, every washing machine has a pump which transports liquids via the drainage hose up to a height of 1m, calculated from the machine's floor. For delivery heads over 1m, consult the Customer Service.
Service Service In the section ”What to do if ...” there is a list of some faults which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you find no in- formation there, please consult your Customer Service Centre. Always prepare in advance for the discussion.