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- Page 1 LAVAMAT TURBO L 12720 VIT The environmentally friendly washer-dryer La lavadora-secadora ecológica Instruction booklet Instrucciones para el uso PERFEKT IN FORM UND FUNKTION...
- 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 ..........6 Disposal . - Page 4 Contents Preparing the drying cycle ........22 Load .
- Page 5 Contents Technical data ..........42 Service .
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Page 6: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions 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 fol- lowing safety notes. General safety • Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified person- nel. -
Page 7: Child Safety
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. -
Page 8: 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! The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this prod-... -
Page 9: Main Features Of Your Washer-Dryer
• If the water has a medium or high degree of hardness (starting from hardness degree II, see “Detergents and additives”) water softeners must be added. The amount of detergent can then be adjusted to hardness degree I (= soft). Main features of your washer-dryer •... -
Page 10: Description Of The Appliance
Description of the appliance Front view... -
Page 11: Control Panel
Description of the appliance Control panel A = Mains-on light B = ON/OFF button C = Option buttons D = Drying time button E = Delay start button F = Display G = START/PAUSE button H = Programme progress display J = Programme selector dial Programme selector dial The programme selector determines the... -
Page 12: On/Off Button
Description of the appliance Position 60E corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme for nor- mally soiled laundry, extended washing time. The washing temperature will decrease (cannot be combined with QUICK Position = Cold wash. Position = Drying. ON/OFF button Press this button to switch the machine on. Press it again to switch the machine off. -
Page 13: Drying Time Button
Description of the appliance To annul the preset delay, press the START/PAUSE button, then press the DELAY START button until the symbol 0’ is displayed. Then press the START/PAUSE button again to restart the programme. DRYING TIME button If you wish to carry out a timed programme of dryness push the button until the drying time you want appears in the display according to the fabrics (cotton or easy cares) you have to dry. -
Page 14: Rinse Hold
Description of the appliance RINSE HOLD By selecting this option, the last rinse water is not emptied out, to prevent the fabrics from creasing. When the programme has finished, the RINSE HOLD andEND pilot lights on the programme progress display go on, the START/PAUSE pilot light goes off and the door will be locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out. -
Page 15: Extra Rinse
Description of the appliance EXTRA RINSE Selecting this button the machine will add 2 rinses for cottons and 1 rinse for synthetics and delicates. This option can be selected with all programmes, except the Wool and handwash programmes and Miniprogramme. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft. -
Page 16: 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 position (H). Warning! After a programme which ends with water in the drum (RINSE HOLD option), turn the selector dial first to RESET (H) and then to the DRAIN (D) or SPIN (F) programme. -
Page 17: Detergent Dispenser Drawer
Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme, the stain remover during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash at the optimal time. -
Page 18: 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 19: 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 20 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 21: 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 22: Preparing The Drying Cycle
Preparing the drying cycle As a dryer, the machine works on the condensation principle. Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose must drain water into a sink or into the drain pipe, even during the dry- ing cycle. -
Page 23: Drying Symbols On Garment Labels
Preparing the drying cycle Drying symbols on garment labels Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be machine dried. The following symbols refer to drying: Machine drying is usually possible Normal drying (normal temperature) Gentle drying (reduced temperature) Do not machine dry Duration of the drying cycle The drying time can vary according to... -
Page 24: Additional Drying
Preparing the drying cycle Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set another short drying cycle. Warning! To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fab- rics, avoid excessive drying. -
Page 25: 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 additive Pull the drawer out till it stops. Pour the main wash detergent into compart-... -
Page 26: Selection Of The Desired Wash Programme
How to wash Selection of 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. Selection of the SPIN SPEED or RINSE HOLD option To select the desired spin speed, press the SPIN SPEED button: the corresponding light comes on. -
Page 27: 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. At the start of the programme, if the “END” light blinks for few seconds, the acoustic signals sounds and on the display appears E40, that indi- cates that the door is open. -
Page 28: At The End Of The Programme
How to wash At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. A blinking zero appears on the display. The END light comes on in the programme progress display, the START/PAUSE light is off. Turn the selector dial to RESET (H). If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected the END and the... -
Page 29: Automatic Washing And Drying (Non-Stop Programme)
Depress the ON/OFF button to switch the machine on. Select the drying programme (for cotton or synthetics). Depress the DRYING TIME button until the time you want appears in the display. Press the START/PAUSE button to start the programme. At the end of the cycle, turn the programme selector dial to RESET H and press the ON/OFF button again to switch the appliance off. -
Page 30: 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 for example nor- White QUICK mally soiled work PREWASH Cottons 95°-60° 5 kg garments, sheets, EXTRA RINSE RINSE HOLD household linen, SPIN SPEED underwear, towels. -
Page 31: Special Programmes
Programme chart Special programmes Consumption* Type of Additional Max. Programme Programme phases Energy Water Duration laundry functions load min. Soak at 30°C. Stop with water in drum. Heavily soiled Soak To empty: turn the dial fabrics, 5 kg to Reset programme (H) except wool. -
Page 32: Programme Chart Drying
Programme chart Drying Drying time Degree of drying Type of fabric Max. load Spin speed mins Cotton and 2.5 kg 1200 110-120 linen Extra dry (bathrobes, Ideal for towelling bath towels, materials 1 kg 1200 55-65 etc.) Cotton and 2.5 kg 1200 100-110 linen (towels,... -
Page 33: Consumption Data For Drying
Consumption data for drying The values shown in the chart have been obtained in laboratory tests. They may vary when the appliance is used at home, but they can be used as indicative values. Water Energy Duration Degree of drying Spin speed load litres... -
Page 34: 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 35: Door Seal
Cleaning and maintenance Door seal Regularly check to see, if there are deposits or foreign objects in the rubber seal behind the door and remove them. Drain filter The drain filter collects threads and small objects inadvertently left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean. -
Page 36: Emergency Emptying Out
Cleaning and maintenance Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged (pump is blocked, filter or drain hose are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine: • pull out the plug from the power socket; • close the water tap; •... -
Page 37: Something Not Working
E20: problem with water draining E40: door open Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem per- sists, contact your local AEG/ELECTROLUX Service Force Centre. Problem Possible cause Solution The ON/OFF button Depress the button. - Page 38 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 39 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.
- Page 40 Something not working? Problem Possible cause Solution The unbalance detection If the laundry is not evenly device that prevents distributed inside the drum excessive vibration during at the beginning of the spinning has cut in. spin cycle, the machine detects this and tries to redistribute it more evenly by means of a few drum rotations.
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Page 41: 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 42: Technical Data
Technical data Height x Width x Depth 82x60x54.5 cm Depth with door opened 95 cm Height adjustment ± 13 mm approx. Load (depending on programme) 5 kg max. domestic Drum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1200/900/700/500 rpm Water pressure 0.05 - 0.8 MPa... -
Page 43: 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. (Addresses and telephone numbers are given on the enclosed leaflet). 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 44: 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 45: Dimensions Of The Appliance
Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view Rear view... -
Page 46: Installation
Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli- ance. Using the supplied spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor. -
Page 47: Positioning
Installation Set the machine upright and remove the two remaining bolts from the back. Pull out the three plastic spacers from the holes into which the bolts were fitted. Plug the open holes with the plugs supplied with the instruction booklet. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. -
Page 48: Water Inlet
Installation Water inlet Connect the water inlet hose to a tap with a 3/4" thread. The other end of inlet hose which connects to the machine can be turned in any direc- tion. Simply loosen the fitting, rotate the hose and retighten the fitting, making sure there are no water leaks. -
Page 49: Electrical Connection
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. Connect the machine to an earthed socket. -
Page 50: Building-In
Building-in This appliance has been designed to be built into the kitchen furniture. The recess should have the dimen- sions shown in picture A. Preparation and assembly of the door The machine is originally pre- arranged for the assembly of a door opening from right to left. - Page 51 c) Mounting the door Fix the hinges (1) to the machine by means of the M5x8 screws (3-Fig. B). The hinges can be adjusted to compensate for possible uneven thick- ness of the door. To align the door perfectly it is necessary to loosen the screw (3-Fig. B), adjust the door and tighten the screw again.
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