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  • Page 1 ÖKO-LAVAMAT LAVALOGIC 1600 update The environmentally friendly washing machine User information...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Please read this instruction book carefully. Above all, please observe the “safety” section on the first few pages. Please retain this instruction book for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owners of the appliance. The following symbols are used in the text: Safety Instructions Warning: Information concerning your personal safety.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Operating Instructions Safety ............Disposal .
  • Page 4 Performing a wash cycle......... 27 Opening and closing the door .
  • Page 5 Installation and connection instructions ....54 Installation Safety Precautions ........54 Installation of the appliance .
  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions 1 Safety The safety features of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, we also consider it our obligation as a manufacturer to inform you about the following safety information. Prior to initial start-up •...
  • Page 7: Child Safety

    Child Safety • Packaging materials (e.g. films, styrofoam) can be dangerous for chil- dren. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging well away from children. • This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance.
  • Page 8: Disposal

    2 Disposal Packaging Dispose of the packaging material correctly. All packaging materials used are environmentally friendly and can be disposed of without any danger to the environment. • Plastic parts can be recycled and are identified as follows: >PE< for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in the interior.
  • Page 9: Switching On The Appliance For The First Time - Setting The Language

    Switching on the appliance for the first time – setting the language When switching on the appliance for the first time you must set the language in which you want the indicators in the display to appear. 1. Turn the appliance on by pressing the control knob so that it is no longer flush in the control panel.
  • Page 10: Description Of Appliance

    Description of appliance Front view Drawer for detergent and conditioner Screw feet (height adjustable); rear left: automatic adjustment foot Drawer for detergent and conditioner Detergent for main wash (in powder form) and water- softener if necessary Control panel with display Stain removal agent Rating plate (behind door)
  • Page 11: Control Panel With Display

    Control panel with display 1600 RPM START 60° 1600 OPTIONS Buttons Indicators in the display Information panel shows the current settings Symbol row shows options selected and extras Information panel Spin speed LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 10:17-12:16 F î LINEN/EASY-C.) ENERGY SAVING...
  • Page 12: Main Control Features

    Main control features This chapter describes how to set a large number of functions and com- bine them with each other using only a few control elements (1 control knob and 4 buttons). This simple control method is made easy thanks to the interactive display.
  • Page 13: Navigation Display

    Navigation display The functions are detailed over levels and pages within the washing machine dis- play. One level can include a number of pages. You can see from the navi- gation display which level and page you are currently on (here: level 3, page 1 of Control knob and pages You can highlight the entries on the right of the display by turning the control knob.
  • Page 14: Buttons And Levels

    Buttons and levels Using the buttons you can: – select the option that is next to the button on the right, e.g. START; – change settings, e.g. tem- perature; – change to another display level, e.g. using the OP- TIONS button. 1.
  • Page 15: Setting A Programme: An Example

    3. Level: EXTRAS ì (3rd level, page 1 of 2) On this level you can set var- ious basic settings. These ba- sic settings will not be cancelled when you switch off the washing machine. These basic settings will re- main active until they are cancelled.
  • Page 16 5. Press the OPTIONS button. 6. Use the control knob to highlight the STAIN option. 7. Press the SELECT button. A tick will appear on the right next to STAIN. The op- tion has been activated. F will appear in the symbol row.
  • Page 17: Overview Of Functions

    For extremely delicate silk items the TIME SAVING option can be used to ensure that the item is treated even more gently. LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 1600 RPM 10:17-12:16 î START LINEN/EASY-C.) 60°...
  • Page 18: Special Programmes

    LINGERIE Gentle wash programme which washes at 40 °C for fine and delicate fabrics. Important: Place padded lingerie in a washing net or bag. 40°-60° MIX Programme for coloureds when various wash temperatures are indicat- ed for the items to be washed. Various items which according to the care labels are usually washed separately at 40 °C or 60 °C can be washed together in the 40°-60°...
  • Page 19: Options (Level 2)

    The DELAY START option can be set at 30-minute intervals. The current time and the programme end time will be shown in the display (e.g. 14:23 - 20:28). LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 1600 RPM 10:17-12:16 î START LINEN/EASY-C.) 60°...
  • Page 20: Extras (Level 3)

    (e.g. M1:LINEN/EASY-C.) and can be deselected as for a normal wash programme. (See chapter “Memory: Saving a programme setting”.) LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 1600 RPM 10:17-12:16 ç START TIME SAVING)
  • Page 21 RINSE+ P The washing machine is set such that its water con- sumption is extremely eco- nomical. For people with allergies and in areas where the water is very soft, it can however be helpful to use more water when rinsing. When you select RINSE+ an additional rinse cycle will be carried out, except for the WOOLLENS H, SILK H and LINGERIE programmes.
  • Page 22: Preparing For A Wash Cycle

    Preparing for a wash cycle Sorting and preparing the washing • Sort the washing according to care symbols (see Section "Types of washing and care symbols"). • Empty out the pockets. • Remove metal objects (such as paper clips, safety pins, etc.). •...
  • Page 23: Types Of Washing And Care Symbols

    Types of washing and care symbols Care symbols help you to choose the correct wash programme. Washing should be sorted by type and according to care symbols. The tempera- tures indicated on the care symbols are the maximum wash tempera- tures.
  • Page 24: Detergent And Conditioners

    Detergent and Conditioners Which detergent and conditioners? Only use detergents and conditioners that are suitable for use in wash- ing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. Quantities of detergent and conditioners? The quantity to be used will depend on: • degree of soiling of the washing •...
  • Page 25: Before The First Wash

    7. Press the SELECT button to save the set time. 8. Press the BACK button three times. You are now on the first level and can select a wash programme. LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 1600 RPM 10:17-12:16 î START LINEN/EASY-C.) 60° ENERGY SAVING...
  • Page 26: Carrying Out A Wash Programme Prior To First Use

    The appliance is switched on. 2. Place the detergent in the left compartment of the de- tergent drawer. 3. Press the START button. The wash programme will start. LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 1600 RPM 10:17-12:16 î START LINEN/EASY-C.) 60° ENERGY SAVING COTTONS...
  • Page 27: Performing A Wash Cycle

    Performing a wash cycle Opening and closing the door • To open: pull the handle on the door. • To close: firmly push the door shut If the O symbol is showing in the display, the door can be opened. If the N symbol is showing in the display, the door is blocked.
  • Page 28: Adding Detergents/Conditioners

    Adding detergents/conditioners For instructions on the use of detergents and conditioners, please see the section “Detergents and conditioners”. 1. Open the detergent drawer: close your fingers around the flap at the bottom of the drawer (1); pull out the drawer as far as it will go (2).
  • Page 29: Setting A Wash Programme

    If using liquid detergents/tablets: Add the liquid detergent or tablets using the measuring container pro- vided by the detergent manufacturer. Follow the instructions on the detergent packaging. Setting a wash programme 1. Press the control knob. The appliance is now switched on.
  • Page 30: Set The Options, E.g. Delay Start

    Set the options, e.g. DELAY START This option allows the start time for a wash programme to be delayed from 30 minutes to a maximum of 23.5 hours. 1. Press the OPTIONS button. 2. Use the control knob to highlight the DELAY START option.
  • Page 31: Starting A Wash Programme

    Starting a wash programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. After you have set the wash programme and any options, press the START button. The wash programme will start. Approx. 30 seconds after the washing machine is switched on or after a button or the control knob was last actuated, the START indicator will begin to flash.
  • Page 32: Wash Programme Progress

    Wash programme progress Each current stage of the programme is shown in the display during the wash pro- gramme, e.g. main wash, and a bar showing the pro- gramme progress. The N symbol is displayed as the programme progresses: the loading door is locked. Moisture/Loading During the wash programme the display additionally indi-...
  • Page 33: When The Wash Programme Is Complete

    When the wash programme is complete When a wash programme is complete, PLEASE TAKE OUT THE CLOTHES will appear in the display. If you do not press any buttons or press the control knob within three minutes of the programme finishing, the washing machine will switch into standby mode.
  • Page 34 3. Press the START button. – If short spin is selected the water will be drained and the washing gently spun. – If drain is selected the water will be drained (without being spun). Unloading the washing If the O §...
  • Page 35: Memory

    MEMORY Saving a programme setting The MEMORY basic setting can be used to save frequently-used pro- gramme combinations (wash programme, temperature, spin speed and option/s). There are four memory cells available for this purpose. The saved programme can then be selected in the same way as any other wash programme.
  • Page 36: Cancelling A Saved Programme Setting

    If MEMORY is highlighted: 8. Press the SELECT button. If MEMORY 1 is highlighted: 9. Press the SAVE button. The programme setting has now been saved. 10. Press the BACK button three times. You are now on the first level again. The saved programme set- ting will appear as the first entry on the first page (e.g.
  • Page 37 Cancelling a saved programme setting 1. Press the OPTIONS button. 2. Press the EXTRAS button. If MEMORY is highlighted: 3. Press the SELECT button. 4. Use the control knob to highlight MEMORY 1. 5. Press the CLEAR button. The saved programme has now been cancelled.
  • Page 38: Changing The Language

    The appliance is switched on. 2. Press the OPTIONS button. 3. Press the EXTRAS button. 4. Use the control knob to highlight LANGUAGE. 5. Press the SELECT button. LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 1600 RPM 10:17-12:16 î START LINEN/EASY-C.) 60° ENERGY SAVING COTTONS...
  • Page 39 6. Use the control knob to highlight the desired lan- guage, e.g. English. As soon as the language is highlighted, the indicators in the display will change to this language. 7. Use the SELECT button to save the selected language. All indicators in the display will immediately appear in this language.
  • Page 40: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning Control panel Important! Do not use household furniture polish or abrasive cleaners to clean panel and operating parts. Wipe over the operating panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water. Detergent Dispenser Drawer The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 1.
  • Page 41: Washing Machine Drum

    7. Use a brush to clean the entire compartment area of the washing machine, particularly also the noz- zles on the top side of the com- partment. 8. Set the detergent dispensing draw- er into the guide tracks and push it Washing Machine Drum The washing machine drum is made from rust-free stainless steel.
  • Page 42: What To Do If

    What to do if... Remedying a malfunction In the event of a malfunction, try to rectify the problem yourself with the aid of the instructions provided here. If you request a visit from customer service to remedy one of the malfunctions listed here, or to rectify an error made when using the appliance, the customer service engineer’s visit will not be free of charge, even during the warranty pe- riod.
  • Page 43 Problem The wash programme will not begin after the START button was The door is not closed prop- pressed. ATTENTION / erly. PLEASE CLOSE THE DOOR is showing in the display. The door cannot be The child safety device is closed.
  • Page 44 Problem Water is running out from under the wash- ing machine. Conditioner is not be- ing rinsed in, and the compartment for additives is full of wa- ter. The washing is badly creased. The washing has not been spun as dry as usual.
  • Page 45 Problem A power failure has occurred. The display goes out For reasons related to safety, while a wash pro- the filling door will remain gramme is running. locked for approx. 4 minutes. The tap is not fully open. Detergent residues are The filter in the threaded in- accumulating in the let hose fitting is clogged at...
  • Page 46 Problem The washing has not been spun thoroughly and water remains visi- ble in the drum. ATTENTION CD 2 / PLEASE CHECK THE WATER DRAINAGE is showing in the display. Possible cause The outlet hose is kinked. The maximum pump height (outlet height 1m from the washing machine’s installa- tion surface) has been...
  • Page 47: If The Washing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits are present in the drum • Insufficient detergent has been added. • Incorrect detergent was used. • Stains were not pre-treated. • Programme or temperature was not set correctly. •...
  • Page 48: Carrying Out An Emergency Emptying

    Carrying out an emergency emptying • If the washing machine no longer pumps out the water, emergency emptying must be carried out. • If the washing machine is located in a room in which below freezing temperatures might occur, emergency emptying must be carried out. Furthermore: unscrew the inlet hose from the water tap and drain off the water.
  • Page 49: Drain Pump

    When the water is completely drained: 6. Push the plug securely into the emergency emptying hose and turn it clockwise to secure it. 7. Replace the emergency emptying hose in its holder. 8. Put on the flap and close. Drain pump The drain pump is maintenance free.
  • Page 50: Anti-Flood Aqua Control + Aqua Alarm

    5. Replace the pump cover. Laterally insert the webs on the cover into the guide slots and screw on the cover in a clockwise direction. 6. Close the emergency emptying hose and place it in the holder. 7. Close the flap. Anti-flood Aqua Con- trol + Aqua Alarm The inlet hose has a mechanical built in safety device.
  • Page 51: Child Safety Feature

    Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the door cannot be closed and no washing programme can be start- Setting the child safety feature Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the door clock- wise as far as it will go.
  • Page 52: Consumption Values And Load Sizes

    Consumption values and load sizes Consumption values The values for selected programmes provided in the following table were determined under normal conditions. As well as being dependent on the settings selected (additional functions), the consumption values are also dependent on external factors such as water temperature or detergent used.
  • Page 53: Load Sizes

    Load sizes Wash programme LINEN/EASY-C. LINEN/EASY-C. ENERGY SAVING COTTONS DELICATES WOOLLENS H SILK H LINGERIE 40°-60° MIX EASY IRON REFRESH FASHION 1) The load size is determined in accordance with EN 60 456 standard load. Type of fabric Load size in kg Cotton Synthetics Cotton...
  • Page 54: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and connection instructions Installation Safety Precautions • When moving do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the pos- sibility of the electronic components becoming wet. •...
  • Page 55: Installation Of The Appliance

    Installation of the appliance Transporting the appliance • Do not place the washing machine on its front or on its right hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the possibility of the electronic components becoming wet. • Never transport the unit without the transport packaging and bolts/ bars.
  • Page 56 2. Pull both hose holders off the ap- pliance with a strong pull. The special spanner A and the caps B (2 each) and C (1 each) are supplied with it. 3. Remove the screw D, including the compression spring with the special spanner A.
  • Page 57: Installation-Site Preparation

    Installation-Site preparation • The installation surface must be clean, dry and level. Do not install on a deep pile carpet. • Minor unevenness of the floor surface should never be levelled out by laying pieces of wood, card or similar materials, but should always be compensated for by adjusting the screw feet.
  • Page 58: Installation On A Suspended Floor

    Installation on a Suspended Floor Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel, at least 15mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws. If possible install the appliance in one of the corners of the room, where the floor is more stable.
  • Page 59: Electrical Connection

    Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the...
  • Page 60: Permanent Connection

    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 3mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations.
  • Page 61: Water Connection

    • If less than 1 bar: Unscrew the inlet hose from the appliance at the inlet solenoid valve and remove the flow regulator (to do this, remove the filter with needle nose pliers and remove the rubber washer be- hind the filter). Replace the filter.
  • Page 62: Inlet Hose Connection

    Inlet Hose Connection 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 your local Serv- ice Force Centre is permissible. –...
  • Page 63: Water Drainage

    Water Drainage The appliance drain hose should hook into a standpipe, the hook in the drain hose is formed using the plastic “U-Piece“ supplied. The standpipe should have an internal diameter of approximately 38 mm (see dia- gram) thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe.
  • Page 64: Pump Head Of Greater Than 1M

    Pump head of greater than 1m Every washing machine includes a wash water pump for the removal of wash and rinse water, which can pump fluids through the outlet hose up to a height of 1m, measured from the surface on which the machine stands.
  • Page 65: Technical Data

    Technical data Height Adjustment Load (depending on the programme) max. 6kg Area of use Drum speed, spinning Water pressure Dimensions approx. +10 / -5mm Domestic see rating plate 1-10bar (=10-100 N/cm (dimensions in mm) = 0.1-1.0 Mpa)
  • Page 66: Warranty Conditions

    Warranty conditions Great Britain Standard guarantee conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: •...
  • Page 70: Index

    Index Aqua Control..... . 45 Automatic adjustment foot..10 Child safety feature ....43 Coloureds.
  • Page 71: Service & Spare Parts

    Service & Spare Parts If the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to pur- chase spare parts, please contact Service Force by telephoning: 0870 5 929 929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.
  • Page 72 From the Electrolux Group. The world´s No.1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the world´s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.

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