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ÖKO-LAVAMAT 88830 update The Environmentally-Friendly Washing Machine User Information...
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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.
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 machine –...
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<...
Unit Description Front View Drawer for washing powder and care agent Screw feet (height-adjustable); rear left: Automatic adjustment foot Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent Main detergent (powder) and water-softener if required In-wash stain treatment Instructions for use Control panel Rating plate (behind filling door)
Instructions for use Control panel Additional program buttons Delay Timer Button Display RISIDUAL MOISTURE%/LOADING% Program Selector The program selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) according to the type of gar- ments being washed, and also the washing solution.
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EASY-CARES (MIXTES) Main washing cycle for easy-care textiles (mixed fabrics) at 40 °C to 60 °C. EASY IRON position (SANS REPASSAGE): 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.
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/ Temperature COTTONS/LINEN 95 (BLANC/COULEURS) COTTONS/LINEN 60 (BLANC/COULEURS) COTTONS/LINEN 40 (BLANC/COULEURS) EASY-CARES 40 (MIXTES)
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.
What Does ”Update” Mean? The washing programs of your washing machine are controlled by soft- ware. New types of textiles or new washing powders/liquids could, in the future, require new washing programs. The software can be adapted to these in most cases. For further information on the ”Update”, consult the Customer Service.
Instructions for use Before the First Wash Carry out a washing operation without washing (COTTONS/BLANC 95 °C, with half the quantity of washing powder/liquid). This removes residues left over from production on the drum and solution 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 detergnet 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: •...
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 (SANS ESSORAGE).
Instructions for use Setting the Washing Program See "Program Tables“ for a suitable program, correct temperature and possible additional programs to suit the type of washing. 1. Set the program selector to the required washing program with the required temperature. The selected program ist illuminated.
Change the spin speed/Select rinse hold If necessary, select the spin speed for the final spin. Press the button SPIN SPEED (VITESSE D´ESSORAGE) as often as is necessary until the required spin speed appears in the display. • 1800, 1400, 1200, 1000, 800, 600 or 400 revolutions per minute are possible.
Instructions for use Soaking duration If you keep button SOAKING (TREMPAGE) depressed and at the same time actuate the TIMER DELAY button (DEPART DIFFERE) you can extend the soaking duration from 1 up to a maximum of 19 hours. Without a preselected time the soaking duration is approx. 1 hour. Opening and closing the filling door Open: Press button DOOR/LIGHT (PORTE/LUMIERE).
Add Washing Detergent and/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 button START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE). The washing program is started or it starts after the set time expires. If DOOR/LIGHT (PORTE/LUMIERE) flashes red when the button START/ PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) is pressed the filling door is not closed prop- erly.
Completion of the Washing Program Program sequence display Prior to the start the program steps to be executed are displayed by the program sequence display. The current program step is displayed during the washing program. Multi-display The expected remaining run time (in min- utes) until the completion of the program is shown in the multidisplay.
Instructions for use Abort program Turn the program selector to OFF (ARRET) to abort the washing program. The washing program can be interrupted at any time by pressing the START/PAUSE (MARCHE/PAUSE) button and then continued by pressing it again. The washing cycle is finished/Remove the washing. END (FIN) is lit at the program sequence display when a washing program is finished.
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4. Turn the program selector to OFF (ARRET). 5. After washing, pull out the washing detergent drawer slightly so that it can dry out. Only lean the door against the washing machine so that the latter can air out. Too much detergent was used in the just finished program if OVER-DOSED (SURDOSAGE) is illuminated.
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. Type of Washing, Care Codes Cottons ç Energy-Saving Program: Cottons ç Linen è...
Separate Conditioning/Starching/Impregnating Type of Washing Cottons/Linen Separate Spin Type of Washing Cottons/Linen Easy-Cares Delicates Woollens/Handwash Silk/Handwash Max. Filling Quantity (dry weight) Max. Filling Quantity (dry weight) 2.5kg 2.5kg Instructions for use Program Selector STARCHING (AMIDON.) Program Selector SPIN (ESSORAGE) SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT)
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.
7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in part of the washing machine, 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. Washing Drum The washing drum is made of high-quality stainless steel.
Instructions for use Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing machine 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.
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.
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Instructions for use Problem The washing machine vibrates during opera- tion or it is on an une- ven surface. The washing solution of the main wash froths up a lot. Water is flowing out from beneath the washing machine . Possible Cause The transport packaging has not been removed.
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Problem The drain pump for the washing machine runs The Aqua Control anti-flood constantly - even when system has been activated. the appliance is switched off. Conditioner was not Softener insert in the com- washed in, compart- partment for care agent ist ment æ...
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Instructions for use Problem Remnants of detergent are building up in the detergent drawer. The rinsing water is murky. No illumination when pressing an additional program. Only the END (FIN) control panel label is illuminated. Only the RUN TIME (TEMPS RESTANT) con- trol panel is illumi- nated, a number between 1 and 19 is...
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.
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 3. While RINSE (RINCAGE (TREMPAGE). After the flashing stops, the additional rinse is set. It is set until it is canceled again. When the additional rinse is set, the indicator RINSE lights up on the program sequence disply before the program start and during the additional rinse.
Set the Solution Cooling: 1. Turn the program selector to SHORT SPIN (ESSORAGE DELICAT). 2. Keep the button PRE WASH (PRELAV.) pressed for at least 5 seconds. After the button has been pressed for 5 seconds, MAIN WASH (LAVAGE) flashes on the program sequence display for 5 seconds. 3.
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.
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 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.
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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.
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. • It is not recommended to set up the washing machine on deep-pile carpets or on floor coverings with soft foam underlays, as this would mean that the stability of the unit would not be guaranteed.
Setting up and connection instructions Compensate for Floor Unevenness Automatic Adjustment Foot: Your washing machine's rear left foot is of a spring leg design. This guarantees good stability of the unit, even at high spinning speeds. If the washing machine still does not stand firmly enough during spin- ning, proceed as follows: 1.
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: – the ”Low Voltage Directive" 73/23/EU with changes –...
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. –...
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 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 information there, please consult your Customer Service Centre. Always prepare in advance for the discussion.