AEG LAVAMAT 50800 User Information
AEG LAVAMAT 50800 User Information

AEG LAVAMAT 50800 User Information

Front-loading washing machine

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LAVAMAT 50800
Washing machine
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  • Page 1 LAVAMAT 50800 Washing machine User information...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Please read this user information carefully and keep it to refer to later. Please pass the user information on to any future owner of the appli- ance. The following symbols are used in the text: Safety instructions Warning! Information that affects your personal safety. Important! Information that prevents damage to the appliance.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Operating Instructions ........Safety .
  • Page 4 Installation and connection instructions ....25 Safety information concerning installation ......25 Installing the appliance .
  • Page 5: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions 1 Safety Prior to using the appliance for the first time • Follow the “Installation and connection instructions”. • If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are mi- nus temperatures: store the washing machine at room temperature for 24 hours before using for the first time.
  • Page 6: Disposal

    • Switch off the washing machine prior to cleaning it and carrying out maintenance. In addition, remove the power plug from the power point or – if the appliance has been hard-wired – switch off the cut- out in the fuse box or completely remove the fuse. •...
  • Page 7: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance Control panel Detergent drawer Rating plate (behind door) Plinth flap/ Screw feet Drain pump (height adjustable) Control panel Spin/RINSE HOLD button Programme progress display Additional programme buttons DOOR indicator Programme selector DELAY TIMER button START/PAUSE button...
  • Page 8: Programme Overview

    Programme overview Additional Spin speed programmes Programme ENERGY SAVING • • • • • COTTONS/LINEN 6 kg • • • • • • 95, 60, 40, 30 EASY-CARES • • • • • • 60, 40, 30 EASY IRON 40 •...
  • Page 9 Care Application/Features symbols Energy-saving programme at 60°C for lightly to normally soiled whites/col- oureds made of cotton/linen. J M O Programme for normally to heavily soiled coloureds/whites made of cotton/ linen. I K N Programme for easy-care mixed fibres and synthetics. Special programme at 40°C for easy-care fabrics which after being washed using this programme need to be ironed only lightly or not at all.
  • Page 10: Before The First Wash

    Before the first wash 1. Open the detergent drawer. 2. Pour approx. 1 litre of water through the detergent drawer into the washing machine. This closes the water container when the next programme is started and the economy valve can function properly. 3.
  • Page 11: Running A Wash Cycle

    Running a wash cycle Opening the door/loading washing 1. Open the door: pull the handle on the door. When the appliance is switched on, the DOOR and START/PAUSE indica- tors show whether the door can be opened: DOOR indicator START/PAUSE indicator Can the door be opened? flashing flashing...
  • Page 12: Switching On The Appliance/Selecting A Programme

    1. Pull out the detergent drawer as far as it will go. 2. Add the detergent/conditioner. 3. Push the detergent drawer in fully. Washing powder/tablets for the main wash cycle Washing powder/tablets Conditioner/ for the pre wash cycle Wash-care products to or in-wash stain treat- preserve the shape of ment...
  • Page 13: Changing The Spin Speed/Selecting Rinse Hold

    Changing the spin speed/selecting rinse hold The washing machine suggests the maximum permitted spin speed suitable for the selected pro- gramme. You can reduce this spin speed: To do this, press the Spin/RINSE HOLD button repeatedly until the required speed is indicated. The spin speed for the final spin can still be changed during the pro- gramme.
  • Page 14: Activating/Deactivating Rinse

    Activating/deactivating RINSE+ If RINSE+ is activated, two additional rinse cycles take place with the programmes COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES/EASY IRON, DELICATES and RINSE. RINSE+ remains permanently saved – even after the appliance has been switched off. Activating RINSE+: 1. Turn the programme selector to COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES/EASY IRON or DELICATES (with the temperature of your choice).
  • Page 15: Starting A Programme

    Starting a programme 1. Check that the tap is turned on. 2. Press the START/PAUSE button. The programme is started or will start after the delay timer has counted down. During the wash programme the current stage of the programme will be shown in the programme progress display.
  • Page 16: Washing Cycle Complete/Removing The Washing

    Washing cycle complete/Removing the washing When the programme has finished, END will illuminate in the programme progress display. As soon as the DOOR indicator goes out and the END indicator illuminates, the door can be opened. 1. Open the door and remove the washing. 2.
  • Page 17: Child Safety Device

    Child safety device If the child safety device has been activated, the door can no longer be shut. Activating the child safety device: Use a coin to turn the knob (on the inside of the door) in a clockwise di- rection as far as it will go.
  • Page 18: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Important: Do not use furniture cleaning products or aggressive clean- ing agents to clean the appliance. Wipe over the control panel and housing with a damp cloth. Detergent drawer The detergent drawer should be cleaned regularly. 1. Remove the detergent drawer by pulling firmly. 2.
  • Page 19: What To Do If

    In the case of other fault messages (one or more flashing indicators on the programme progress display): switch the appliance off and on again. Set the programme again. Press the START/PAUSE button. If the fault appears again, please contact AEG Service Force centre. Problem Possible cause Remedy...
  • Page 20 Problem Possible cause Remedy The transit packaging has Remove the transit packag- not been removed. ing. Adjust the feet as described The washing machine The screw feet have not in the installation and con- vibrates when operating been correctly adjusted. nection instructions.
  • Page 21: If The Wash Result Is Not Satisfactory

    Problem Possible cause Remedy Wait until the DOOR indica- The door is locked. tor goes out and the END in- dicator illuminates. The programme will continue The door cannot be when the power cut has end- opened when the wash- There has been a power cut.
  • Page 22: Carrying Out An Emergency Drain

    Carrying out an emergency drain Warning! Prior to carrying out an emergency drain, switch off the washing machine and remove the power plug from the power point. Warning! The water that comes out of the emergency drain hose may be hot. There is a risk of scalding. Let the water cool before performing an emergency drain! 1.
  • Page 23: Drain Pump

    Drain pump The drain pump is maintenance-free. It is only necessary to open the pump cover if there is a malfunction and water is no longer being pumped out, e.g. if the pump wheel is blocked. Before loading the machine, please always ensure that there are no for- eign bodies present in the pockets or in between the items to be washed.
  • Page 24: Technical Data

    Technical data This appliance conforms with the following EU Directives: – 73/23/EEC dated 19.02.1973 Low Voltage Directive – 89/336/EEC dated 03.05.1989 EMC Directive inclusive of Amending Directive 92/31/EEC – 93/68/EEC dated 22.07.1993 CE Marking Directive Height x width x depth 850 x 598 x 640mm Depth when door is open 1,017 mm...
  • Page 25: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and connection instructions 1 Safety information concerning installation • This washing machine cannot be built-in. • Before using for the first time, check the appliance for damage sus- tained while it was being transported. Do not under any circumstanc- es connect an appliance that is damaged to the mains.
  • Page 26: Installing The Appliance

    Installing the appliance Transporting the appliance Warning: The washing machine is very heavy. There is a risk of injury. Exercise care when lifting the appliance. • Do not lay the washing machine on its front nor on its right side (as seen from the front).
  • Page 27: Where To Install

    Special spanner A and sealing caps B (2 units) and C (1 unit) come with the appliance. 3. Use special spanner A to remove screw D and the compression spring. 4. Use sealing cap C to cap the hole. 5. Use special spanner A to remove the two screws E.
  • Page 28: Making The Appliance Level

    Making the appliance level The four feet of the appliance are pre-adjusted. Large degrees of unevenness can be compensated for by adjusting the four feet of the appliance. Use the special spanner supplied to do this. Important: Do not use pieces of wood, cardboard or such like to level out small degrees of unevenness in the floor.
  • Page 29: Permanent Connection

    • The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal “N“ or coloured black. • The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked “L“ or coloured red. • Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath.
  • Page 30: Connecting The Appliance To The Water Supply

    Connecting the appliance to the water supply Important: • This appliance must not be connected to the hot water supply. • When connecting the appliance, use only new hose kits. • Only connect the appliance to the drinking water supply. Rain water or water for industrial use may only be used if it fulfils the require- ments of DIN1986 and DIN1988.
  • Page 31: Water Drainage

    Important! Do not position the inlet hose vertically downwards. Position it to the right or the left as shown in the illustration. 2. Connect the hose with the straight connector to a water tap with an R ¾ (inch) screw thread. 3.
  • Page 32 The upright standpipe should have a minimum, length of 30 cm (12’’) from the bottom of the el- bow to the top of the pipe (see diagram). Make sure that it is de- signed in such a way that the end of the drain hose cannot be cov- ered with water.
  • Page 33: 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...
  • Page 35: Service And Spare Parts

    AEG appliance, or for further information on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Depart- ment by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.aeg.co.uk. Customer Care Department For Customer Service in the Republic AEG Domestic Appliances...
  • Page 36 USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world. AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 105 176 254-01-160604-01 Subject to change without notice...

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