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- Page 1 LAVAMAT L 60600 Der umweltschonende Waschvollautomat The environmentally friendly washing machine Benutzerinformation Instruction booklet LAVAMAT L 60600...
- Page 2 Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recom- mend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) empha- size information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Safety instructions ......... . . 51 Disposal . - Page 4 Contents How to wash ..........67 Load the laundry .
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions The safety of AEG appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as man- ufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes. General safety • Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified person- nel. - Page 6 Safety instructions Child safety • Children are often not aware of how dangerous electrical appliances can be. When the machine is working, children should be carefully supervised and not be allowed to play with the appliance - there is a risk that they could become trapped inside.
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Page 7: Disposal
Disposal Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! Tips for environmental protection To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend... -
Page 8: Main Features Of Your Washing Machine
Main features of your washing machine • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 700, 600 or 400 rpm. •... -
Page 9: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the appliance Front view Detergent drawer Control panel L 60600 Door Drain pump Adjustable feet... -
Page 10: Control Panel
Description of the appliance Control panel A = Option buttons B = Spin speed button C = Display D = Delay start button E = START/PAUSE button F = Programme progress display G = Programme selector dial Programme selector dial The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. -
Page 11: Start/Pause Button
Description of the appliance Position at 40°C = Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Position = cold wash START/PAUSE button This button has three functions: a) Start After having selected the required programme, press this button to start the machine. -
Page 12: Programme Option Buttons
Description of the appliance Programme Option buttons Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the START/PAUSE button. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out. -
Page 13: Spin Speed
Description of the appliance SPIN SPEED Press this button to reduce the maximum speed of the final speed proposed by the machine for the selected programme or to select option (RINSE HOLD). The maximum spin speed for cotton is 850 rpm, for syn- thetics and wool 700 rpm and for delicates 600 rpm. -
Page 14: Programme Progress Display
Description of the appliance Programme progress display PREWASH WASH By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights RINSES corresponding to the various phases making up the EXTRA RINSE programme come on. SPIN After the machine has started, only the running phase pilot light stays on. -
Page 15: Cancelling A Programme
Description of the appliance Cancelling a programme To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selector dial to the RESET O position. Warning! After a programme which ends with water in the drum option), turn the selector dial first to O and then to (RINSE HOLD the DRAIN programme “C”. -
Page 16: Detergent Dispenser Drawer
Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewash or soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. -
Page 17: Preparing The Wash Cycle
Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and care labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). •... -
Page 18: Weight Of Laundry
Preparing the wash cycle Weight of laundry Approximate Sort of laundry dry weights Bathrobes 1200 g Work shirts 300-600 g Quilt covers 700 g Sheets 500 g Blouses 100 g Hand towels 200 g Tea towels 100 g Shirts 200 g Pillowcases 200 g Night-gowns/Pyjamas... - Page 19 Preparing the wash cycle Delicates Microfibres, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols require a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are par- ticularly sensitive to machine washing.
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Page 20: Detergents And Additives
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;... -
Page 21: How To Wash
How to wash Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as evenly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additives Pull the drawer out till it stops. Pour the main wash detergent into compartment... -
Page 22: Select The Desired Wash Programme
How to wash Select the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial to the desired position: the lights corresponding to the different phases making up the selected programme light on. The display shows the dura- tion of the programme. Select the desired options depending on the degree of soil of the laundry. -
Page 23: Select The Extra Rinse
How to wash EXTRA RINSE This appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people with a very delicate skin (allergic to detergents) it may be necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water (extra rinse). The extra rinse is available only with the cotton, synthetics or delicate programme and with programme “A”. -
Page 24: Starting The Programme
How to wash Starting the programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Press START/PAUSE to start the programme. If the Delay Start option has been selected the programme will start at the end of the countdown. If the door light is red and flashing at the start of the pro- gramme it indicates that the door is open. - Page 25 How to wash If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the water must be emptied out before opening the door either - by pressing the START/PAUSE button (the laundry will be spun at the speed corresponding to the selected type of fabrics. The spin speed can be reduced by means of the SPIN SPEED button) - or by turning the selector dial to O and then to DRAIN “C”...
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Page 26: Programme Charts: Wash And Special Programmes
Programme chart Wash programmes Consumption* Wash Additional Max. Temp. Fabrics Energy Water Duration programme functions load min. Cotton and linen, STAIN SOAK for example nor- White QUICK mally soiled work Cottons 95°-60° 5 kg PREWASH garments, sheets, EXTRA RINSE household linen, RINSE HOLD underwear, towels. - Page 27 Programme chart Special programmes Consumption* Descrip- Additional Max. Programme Programme phases Energy Water Duration tion functions load min. This pro- gramme can 3 rinses with liquid EXTRA RINSE be used for additive. Gentle 5 kg 0.13 RINSE HOLD rinsing hand Short spin.
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Page 28: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a lit- tle to let it dry. Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate. If the machine is not used for a prolonged period: Close the water tap and unplug the appliance. -
Page 29: Door Seal
Cleaning and maintenance Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold. Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly 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 30: Water Inlet Filter
Cleaning and maintenance Water inlet filter If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the hose from the tap. Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff brush. -
Page 31: Something Not Working
E40: door open (phase light is on) Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, con- tact your local AEG Service Force Centre. Problem Possible cause Solution The main electrical fuse Replace the fuse. - Page 32 Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The water tap is closed (E10). Open the water tap. The water inlet hose is Check the whole length of the squashed or kinked (E10). hose and remove the kink. The machine does not fill The small filter of the water Clean the filter.
- Page 33 Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The transit bolts have Check that the machine not been removed. has been unpacked as described in the Installation section. The machine vibrates or is noisy The feet have not been Carefully level the machine. adjusted.
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Page 34: Unsatisfactory Washing Results
Something not working? Unsatisfactory washing results If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. •... -
Page 35: Technical Data
Technical data Height x Width x Depth 85x60x57 cm Depth with door opened 100.5 cm Height adjustment ± 10 mm approx. Load (depending on programme) 5 kg max. domestic Drum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 850/700/600/400 rpm Water pressure 50-800 kPa... -
Page 36: Service
Service In the section “Something not working?” some problems that can be solved by yourself are listed. Read this section in the event of problems. If you are not able to find a solution, contact the Service centre. In all cases, explain your problem carefully, in order to facilitate trou- bleshooting: the engineer will be able to decide whether a service call is necessary. -
Page 37: Instructions For Installation And Electrical Connection
Instructions for installation and electrical connection Safety instructions for the installer • This appliance is heavy, care should be taken when moving it. • When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the retailer. •... -
Page 38: Dimensions Of The Appliance
Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view 1005 L 60600 Rear view Cold water Power cable Drain... -
Page 39: Installation
Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli- ance. Using a spanner, unscrew remove the 2 rear bottom screws. Slide out the 2 plastic pins. Lay the machine on P0001 its back, taking care squash the hoses. -
Page 40: Positioning
Installation Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. • Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating. • Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine. -
Page 41: Water Drainage
Installation Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways: Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine. In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying. -
Page 42: Permanent Connection
Installation Permanent connection In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3 mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations. - Page 43 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 132993930-01-03/01...