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132978151 EN.qxd
04/12/2006
16:05
Pagina
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User Manual

Washing Machine
EWF 12981 W
EWF 14981 W - EWF 16981 W

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  • Page 1: User Manual

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina User Manual Washing Machine EWF 12981 W EWF 14981 W - EWF 16981 W...

  • Page 2: En.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina

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  • Page 3 Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. You find some examples on the cover in this manual.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 4 contents electrolux Contents Safety information......5 Product description ......7 Control panel ........8 Use............9 Washing hints ........22 International wash code symbol ..25 Washing programme ....26-27 Programme information ....28 Care and cleaning ......30 Something not working....33 Techical data ........37 Consumption values ......38...

  • Page 5: En.qxd 04/12/2006

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina safety information electrolux 5 ● Safety Information Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum.
  • Page 6 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 6 safety information electrolux ● ● If the appliance is installed in a Never use the washing machine if location subject to frost, please read the power supply cable, the control the “dangers of freezing”chapter.

  • Page 7: Product Description

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina electrolux product description 7 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The New Jet system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.

  • Page 8: Control Panel

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 8 electrolux control panel Control panel Programme selector dial Display Temperature button Spin reduction button Options buttons Confirm button Start/Pause button Time manger buttons...

  • Page 9: Use

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina use electrolux 9 Daily Use First Use Customize your appliance This appliance is provided of a «settings» Ensure that the electrical and water ● menu that allows you to modify the connections comply with the factory settings as you want.
  • Page 10 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 10 electrolux use By pressing the «Options» buttons, you can increase or decrease the contrast. You can choose between different levels from min. - max.). Press Ok button to confirm your choice. Reset settings The Reset setting function allows you to re-apply the factory settings.
  • Page 11 When the appliance is switched on, a frielndly jingle can be heard, at the same time the Electrolux logo appears on the display and, for few seconds, a short description of the selected programme is shown in last 2 rows of the display.
  • Page 12 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 12 electrolux use Display Programme progress display After you have pressed the Start/Pause button, the display of the the machine shows which phase of the programme Note! wash is performing. On the display you can see the symbol of the selected type...
  • Page 13 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina use electrolux 13 Delay If your laundry is not removed during 10 minutes after the programme is finished, The selected delay time value (up to 20 the backlight of the display switches off hours max.) appears on the right side of...
  • Page 14 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 14 electrolux use Select the spin speed or No spin or To empty out the water: Night Cycle or Rinse Hold option select the (Drain), (Spin) ● programme reduce the spin speed if needed, by ●...
  • Page 15 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina use electrolux 15 Select the options Once you have completed the selection Depending on the selected programme of the options, press «Temp» or «Spin» only certain options are available and buttons or simply wait 10 seconds to shown during the selection phase.

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    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 16 electrolux use Add the laundry, close the door and Extra Rinse: this option can be press Start/Pause button again. selected with all programmes except You can cancel the delay time at any the Wool, Handwash, Silk programmes moment, before you press the and Miniprogramme.
  • Page 17 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina use electrolux 17 This function remains enable also when Delay selected the washing machine is not working. Setting Child Lock option: • press the «Options» buttons to activate the options menu • by pressing the Up...
  • Page 18 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 18 electrolux use To change the memorized programme Favorite: Programme settings that setting repeat the procedure from the are frequently used can be saved (e.g. beginning. cotton, 60°C, 1200 rpm, with Prewash Note and Extra Rinse).
  • Page 19 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina use electrolux 19 Select the “Time Manager” option • by pressing the Up or Down button you can move through the following list: Temperature Guide, Spin Speed Guide, Option Guide, Stain Guide and Demo Mode •...
  • Page 20 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 20 electrolux use The availability of these soil level icons is paused. change according to the type of fabric To restart the programme from the point as shown in the chart. at which it was interrupted, press the “Start/Pause”...
  • Page 21 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina use electrolux 21 Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the “Start/Pause” button. The corresponding message will appear on the display. If the “door” icon and the message «Door unlocked»...

  • Page 22: Washing Hints

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 22 electrolux washing hints columns and margins electrolux 22 Washing hints Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.
  • Page 23 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina washing hints electrolux 23 Oil based paint: moisten with benzine Detergents and additives stain remover, lay the garment on a soft Good washing results also depend on cloth and dab the stain; treat several the choice of detergent and use of the times.
  • Page 24 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 24 electrolux washing hints 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...

  • Page 25: International Wash Code Symbol

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina International wash code symbol electrolux 25 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max. wash Max. wash Max.

  • Page 26: Washing Programme

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 26 electrolux washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Description of Type of laundry Options Temperature programme White and coloured Spin Reduction Main wash from 95°C Cottons cotton: e.g. sheets, (cold) tablecloths, household Normal 3 rinses linen, shirts, blouses, 95°-...
  • Page 27 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina washing programmes electrolux 27 Washing programmes Programme/ Description of Type of laundry Options Temperature programme Silk Silk items to be Main wash at 30°C Spin Reduction gentle washed and 3 rinses 30° spun. Short spin Max.

  • Page 28: Programme Information

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 28 electrolux programme information Programme information Washing programme for machine washable wool well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the “hand washing” care symbol Wool and The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by...
  • Page 29 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina programme information electrolux 29 Programme information With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final spin at Rinses maximum speed.

  • Page 30: Care And Cleaning

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 30 electrolux care and cleaning Care and cleaning Cleaning the dispenser drawer The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. Remove the drawer by pressing the You must DISCONNECT the appliance catch downwards and by pulling it out.
  • Page 31 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina care and cleaning electrolux 31 • Remove any objects from the pump Cleaning the pump impeller by rotating it. The pump should be inspected if • the machine does not empty and/or spin • the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc.
  • Page 32 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 32 electrolux care and cleaning Never remove the pump cover during a • When you intend to start the machine wash cycle, always wait until the up again, make sure that the room appliance has finished the cycle, and is temperature is above 0°C.

  • Page 33: Something Not Working

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina something not working electrolux 33 Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
  • Page 34 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 34 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause Solution Open the water tap. The machine does not fill: The water tap is closed. ● ● (Cannot fill water. Please that the tap is open and then press...
  • Page 35 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina something not working electrolux 35 Malfunction Possible cause Solution Unsatisfactory washing Too little detergent or Increase the detergent ● ● results: unsuitable detergent has quantity or use another one. been used. Use commercial products to Stubborn stains have not ●...
  • Page 36 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 36 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause Solution Redistribute the laundry. Spinning starts late or the The electronic unbalance ● ● machine does not spin: detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.

  • Page 37: Techical Data

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina technical data electrolux 37 Technical data Dimensions Width 60 cm Height 85 cm Depth 63 cm Electrical connection Voltage Information on the electrical connection is given on - Overall power - Fuse the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance...

  • Page 38: Consumption Values

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 38 electrolux consumption value Consumption values Programme Water Energy Programme consumption consumption duration (in litres) (in kWh) (in minutes) Cottons Normal 95° 1.19 Cottons Eco 60° (*) Synthetics 60° Delicates 40° 0.35 Wool 40° Handwash 40°...

  • Page 39: Installation

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina installation electrolux 39 Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the 4. Unscrew and remove the two large...
  • Page 40 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 40 electrolux installation 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet Accurate levelling prevents vibration, hose from the drum and remove the noise and displacement of the machine polystyrene block fitted with the during operation.Never place cardboard, adhesive tape on the door seal.
  • Page 41 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina installation electrolux 41 3. Set the hose correctly by loosening Water drainage the ring nut. The end of the drain hose can be After positioning the inlet hose, be positioned in three ways: sure to tighten the ring nut again to Hooked over the edge of a sink prevent leaks.
  • Page 42 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 42 electrolux installation 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.

  • Page 43: Environment Concerns

    132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina environment concerns electrolux 43 Environment concerns Ecological hints To save water, energy and to help Packaging materials protect the environment, we recommend The materials marked with the symbol that you follow these tips: are recyclable.

  • Page 44: Guarantee Conditions

    Pagina 44 electrolux guarantee conditions European guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux, in each of the countries listed in the following page, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law. If you move from one...

  • Page 45: Customer Service Centres

    Slovensko +421 2 43 33 43 22 Suomi www.electrolux.fi Sverige +46 (0)771 76 76 76 Electrolux Service, S:t Göransgatan 143, S-105 45 Stockholm Türkiye +90 21 22 93 10 25 Tarlabași caddesi no : 35 Taksim Istanbul Россия +7 095 937 7837...
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