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- Page 1 LAVAMAT L 14840 User Manual Washer-dryer...
- Page 2 Dear Customer Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. With this appliance you will experience the perfect combination of functional design and cutting edge technology. Convince yourself that our appliances are engineered to deliver the best performance and control - indeed we are setting the highest standards of excellence.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Instruction booklet Safety information Product Description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Display First use Personalization Acoustic signal Child safety lock Daily use - Washing Load the laundry Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener Select the required programme by turning the programme selector dial Select the SPIN speed or RINSE HOLD option Programme option button Select the STAIN option... - Page 4 Contents Drying only Select the drying programme by turning the programme selector dial Select the automatic drying Select the timed drying At the end of the programme Automatic washing and drying Washing programmes Programme information Automatic drying programmes Drying Time Preparing the wash cycle Sorting the laundry Temperatures...
- Page 5 Contents Maintenance wash External cleaning Detergent dispenser drawer Washing drum Door seal Drain pump Water inlet filter Frost precautions Emergency emptying out What to do if... Technical Data Consumption value Installation Unpacking Positioning and levelling Water inlet Water drainage In the interest of the environnement Electrical connection Permanent connection Enviroment concerns...
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Page 6: Instruction Booklet
Safety information Prior to using for the first time • The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes. - Page 7 Safety information material without hems or torn material. • Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance. • Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning.
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Page 8: Child Safety
Safety information • As some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed/dried in large commercial machines because of their bulk, please check with the manufacturer of the item before washing in a domestic machine. • The users should always check that they have not left their gas lighters (disposable or otherwise) in their clothing. -
Page 9: Product Description
Product description Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The ECO valve system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy. Rating plate Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Drain pump... -
Page 10: Control Panel
Control panel Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch). Control panel The control panel is illustrated above. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the different buttons, the pilot lights and the display. These are represented by relevant numbers which are explained in the table below. -
Page 11: Display
Display Display (7) Duration of selected programme After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed in hours and minutes (for example 2.05 ). The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute. - Page 12 Display Delay Start The selected delay (20 hours max) set by means of the relevant button appears on the display for about 3 seconds, then the duration of the previously selected programme is displayed. The symbol will appear on the display. The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour.
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Page 13: First Use
First Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum. Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 90° or 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. -
Page 14: Daily Use - Washing
Daily Use Load the laundry 1. Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. 2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a click during closing. -
Page 15: Select The Spin Speed Or Rinse Hold Option
number of rinses) and the washing temperature according to the type of laundry. The pilot light of button starts blinking and the display shows the duration of the selected programme. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position O corresponds to Reset programme/Switching OFF of the machine. -
Page 16: Select The Stain Option
STAIN option by pressing button 5 Select this option to treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended main wash with time optimised stain action phase). This option is not available with a temperature lower than 40°C. Attention! If you wish to perform a programme with the stain option, pour stain remover into compartment . -
Page 17: Select The Delay Start
Select the DELAY START by pressing button 9 Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press button repeatedly, to select the desired delay. The corresponding symbol will appear on the display. The washing programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by pressing this button. -
Page 18: Cancelling A Programme
Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select a new programme. Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing button . After a few minutes the door can be opened. -
Page 19: Drying Only
DRYING only The recommended loads size is 3 kg for cottons and linen, and 2 kg for synthetics (Easy Cares). Note!Only with the timed drying, it is possible also to dry up to 4 kg of cotton items (see the drying time table).The water tap must be open and the drain hose must be positioned in the sink or connected to the drain pipe. -
Page 20: At The End Of The Programme
At the end of the programme At the end of the drying programme, some acoustic signals sound. A blinking « » 10.2 appears on the display an the pilot light and the light of the button off. At this point, begins an anti-crease phase which lasts about 10 minutes. During this time the door is locked. -
Page 21: Washing Programmes
Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Description of the T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y Options Temperature programme Main wash, Rinses SPIN REDUCTION/ Long spin at maximum White cotton... - Page 22 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Description of the T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y Options Temperature programme Main wash SPIN REDUCTION/ Rinses DELICATES RINSE HOLD...
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Page 23: Programme Information
Washing programmes Programme information Special programme for white and coloured cotton suitable for different washing temperatures. This programme can be used for laundry, which should be washed at 40°C or 60°C 40 ECO separately. So, you can put into the drum the maximum load capacity in order to save energy and water. -
Page 24: Automatic Drying Programmes
Drying programmes and drying time Automatic drying programmes Degree of drying Type of fabric Max Load Extra dry Cotton and linen 3 kg Ideal for towelling materials (bathrobes, bath towels, etc) Cotton and linen 3 kg (bathrobes, bath towels, etc) Store dry Suitable for items to put away Synthetics (Easy Cares) and mixed... -
Page 25: Preparing The Wash Cycle
Preparing the wash cycle Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Temperatures for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, 95°... -
Page 26: Laundry Weights
Preparing the wash cycle Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe... -
Page 27: Detergents And Additives
Preparing the wash cycle Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid;... -
Page 28: Degrees Of Water Hardness
iPreparing the drying cycle degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use. Use less detergent if: • you are washing a small load, • the laundry is lightly soiled, • large amounts of foam form during washing. For the stain treatment before the washing cycl, follow the product manufacturers’... -
Page 29: Drying Symbols Label
• void drying dark clothes with light coloured fluffy items such as towels as these can attract the fluff. • Remove the laundry when the appliance has finished drying. • To avoid a static charge when drying is completed, use either a fabric softener when you are washing the laundry or a fabric conditioner specifically for tum- ble dryers. -
Page 30: Care And Cleaning
Care and cleaning Care and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. -
Page 31: Washing Drum
Care and cleaning 2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 3. Clean all parts with water. 4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. 5. Clean all parts of the washing ma- chine, especially the nozzles in the top of the washing-in chamber, with a brush. - Page 32 Care and cleaning 4. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. 5. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap. 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump.
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Page 33: Water Inlet Filter
Care and cleaning 7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. 8. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. 9. Screw the pump fully in. 10. Close the pump door. Warning! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. -
Page 34: Frost Precautions
Care and cleaning Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. 2. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out. -
Page 35: What To Do If
What to do if... What to do if... 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. During machine operation it is possible that the yellow pilot light of button blinks, one of the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the same some acoustic signals sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is... - Page 36 What to do if... Problem Possible cause/Solution The end of the drain hose is too low. The machine fills then empties • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» immediately: section. The drain hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the drain hose connection. The drain filter is clogged.
- Page 37 What to do if... Problem Cause possible/Solution The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. The door will not open: • Wait until « » appears on the display. There is water in the drum.
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Page 38: Technical Data
Technical data If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will require this information. Technical Data Width 60 cm Height... -
Page 39: Consumption Value
Consumption value Consumption value Water consumption Energy consumption Programme duration Programme (lltres) (KWh) (Minutes) White Cottons 95° Cottons 60° (*)Cotton ECONOMY 60° 1.02 Cottons 40° Synthetics (Easy Cares) 60° Delicates 40° Wool ( Handwash) 30° 0.25 The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature. -
Page 40: Installation
Installation 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 machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom. - Page 41 Installation 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C. 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C. Slide out the relevant plastic spacer E. 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal.
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Page 42: Positioning And Levelling
Installation Positioning and levelling 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 43: Water Drainage
Installation 3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. - Page 44 Installation When discharging into a standpipe ensure that the top of the standpipe is no more than 90 cm (35.4'') and no less than 60 cm (23.6'') above floor level. The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Force Centre.
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Page 45: In The Interest Of The Environnement
Installation In the interest of the environment Washing machines and dishwashers should be connected to the FOUL drainage system, the water will then be taken to a sewage works for treat- ment before being discharged safely into a river. It is essential that these appliances are not connected to the surface water drainage system as this water is dis- charged directly into a river or stream... -
Page 46: Permanent Connection
The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The cover/carrier is indi- cated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug. A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local AEG/ELECTROLUX Service Centre. The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the machine. -
Page 47: Enviroment Concerns
Environment concerns Enviroment concerns 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. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product... - Page 48 www.aeg-electrolux.uk...