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  • Page 1 LAVAMAT W 1159 ELECTRONIC Washing Machine User information...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Please read this instruction book carefully before using the appliance. Please ensure you fully understand the safety instructions on the first pages of this instruction book. Retain the instruction book for future reference, and pass it on to any future owners.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Operating Instructions ........Safety ............Disposal .
  • Page 4 Programme Tables ..........23 Washing .
  • Page 5 Electrical Connection ......... . 42 Water connection .

  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Operating Instructions 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.

  • Page 7: Child Safety

    • Repairs to washing machines must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. • Never operate the washing machine if the mains cable is damaged or the control panel, work top or base area are damaged allowing inter- nal components to be accessible.

  • Page 8: Disposal

    Operating Instructions 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: for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in >PE<...

  • Page 9: Description Of The Appliance

    Operating Instructions Description of the Appliance Front view Detergent dispenser Control panel drawer Rating plate (behind door) Main door Flap in front of Screw feet drain pump (height-adjustable) Drawer for Detergent and Conditioners Pre-wash detergent, Main wash detergent In-wash stain treat- (powder) and water ment products or softener if required...

  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Operating Instructions Control Panel Spin speed/RINSE HOLD button Programme selector Programme Progress Display Programme DOOR indicator light option Buttons START/PAUSE button Programme selector The programme selector is used to select the wash cycle (for example, water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) and the water tem- perature according to the type of washing.

  • Page 11: Programme Option Buttons

    Operating Instructions EASY-CARES Main wash cycle for easy-care fabrics (mixed fibres) from 30 °C to 60 °C. DELICATES Main wash cycle for Delicates at 30 °C or 40°C. WOOL/SILK P (Handwash) Main wash cycle (cold or 30 °C) for machine-washable or hand-washa- ble woollen items and silk, carrying the symbol ï...

  • Page 12: Consumption Values And Programme Times

    Operating Instructions STAIN For heavily soiled or stained washing. In-wash stain treatment products are washed in at the optimum time as the programme progresses. Can only be selected with wash temperatures of 40 °C and above, as stain treatment products are only effective at higher temperatures. QUICK Shortened wash programme for lightly soiled washing.

  • Page 13: Before The First Wash

    Operating Instructions Before the First Wash 1. Pull the detergent dispenser drawer out slightly. 2. Pour about 1 litre of water through the detergent dispenser drawer into the washing machine. The next time a programme is started the solution container will be closed and the ECO valve can function correctly.

  • Page 14: Types Of Washing And Care Symbols

    Operating Instructions • Shake out washing before placing into the washing machine. • Do not place folded washing into the drum. • Observe tips such as "wash separately“ and "wash separately several times". 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 their care symbols.

  • Page 15: Detergent And Conditioners

    Operating Instructions Detergent and Conditioners Which detergent and conditioner? Use only detergents and conditioners which are suitable for use in au- tomatic washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instruc- tions. How much detergent and conditioner? The required quantity depends upon: •...

  • Page 16: Running A Washing Cycle

    Operating Instructions Running a washing cycle washing cycle Brief instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 1. Open the door and load the washing. 2. Close the door. 3. Add detergent/conditioner. 4. Set the appropriate washing programme: – Set the programme and temperature using the programme selector –...

  • Page 17: Opening And Closing The Door

    Operating Instructions Opening and closing the door To open: pull the door by the handle. To close: push the door firmly shut. When the machine is switched on, the DOOR light and the START/ PAUSE light indicate whether the door can be opened DOOR indicator START/PAUSE indicator Can the door be opened?

  • Page 18: Adding Detergent/Conditioners

    Operating Instructions Adding detergent/conditioners For instructions concerning detergent and conditioners, see Section "Detergents and conditioners“. 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer: press the flap on the drawer so as to be able to grasp the handle (1), and pull out the drawer (2). 2.

  • Page 19: Setting The Washing Programme

    Operating Instructions Setting the washing programme For the appropriate pro- gramme, temperature and pos- sible programme options suitable for any type of wash- ing, see "Programme Tables". 1. Select the desired wash pro- gramme and temperature with the programme selector. 2.

  • Page 20: Changing The Spin Speed / Selecting The Rinse Hold Function

    Operating Instructions Changing the spin speed / Selecting the rinse hold function If required, change the spin speed for the final spin or select RINSE HOLD: Continue to press the Spin Speed/RINSE HOLD button until the desired spin speed (or RINSE HOLD) indicator is illuminated.

  • Page 21: Starting The Wash Programme

    Operating Instructions Starting the Wash Programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. To start the wash programme, press the START/ PAUSE button. The wash programme starts. If END flashes 4 times and and an acoustic signal is emitted 4 times when the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the door is not closed properly.

  • Page 22: Washing Cycle Complete/Removing The Washing

    Operating Instructions Changing the Spin Speed The Spin Speed can still be changed or RINSE HOLD set, while the pro- gramme is running. 1. Press the START/PAUSE button. 2. Change the spin speed with the Spin Speed/RINSE HOLD button. 3. Press the START/PAUSE button again. The washing programme contin- ues.

  • Page 23: Programme Tables

    Operating Instructions Programme Tables Washing The tables do not show all the possible settings, only those most likely to be selected for everyday purposes. Possible Max. Load Type of washing, Programme selector programme Care symbol Temperature [in °C] (Dry weight) options PRE-WASH or Cottons...

  • Page 24: Separate Rinsing

    Operating Instructions Separate Rinsing Max. load Type of washing Programme selector (dry weight) Cottons/Coloureds GENTLE RINSE 2.5kg Easy-Cares/Delicates 1) Reduced spin speed. Separate Spinning Max. load Type of washing Programme selector (dry weight) Cottons/Coloureds 2.5kg Easy-Cares SPIN 2.5kg Delicates Wool/Silk (Handwash) 1) Reduced spin speed.

  • Page 25: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Operating Instructions 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 26: Washing Machine Drum

    Important! Do not clean the stainless steel drum with descaling agents containing acids, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron, or steel wool. Your local AEG Service Force Centre has suitable agents available. Remove any rust stains on the drum using a stainless steel cleaning agent.

  • Page 27: Cleaning The Drain Pump

    Operating Instructions Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing ma- chine with the washing and remain in the drain pump casing. Fluff and strands of fabric can gather on these items and block the drain pump. Therefore the drain pump should be cleaned at least once a year.
  • Page 28 Operating Instructions 6. Replace the cover. Insert the webs on the cover laterally into the guide slots and screw on the cover securely clock- wise. 7. Close the emergency emptying hose and place it in the holder. 8. Close the flap.

  • Page 29: What To Do If

    Operating Instructions What to do if ... Trouble Shooting Try to rectify minor faults on the washing machine with the aid of the instructions given here. If you call out an engineer to resolve a fault listed here, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.
  • Page 30 Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause Remedy Remove the transit packaging Transit packaging was not re- as described in the Installation moved. and Connection instructions. Adjust the feet according to The machine is not level. the Installation and Connec- tion instructions. The washing ma- There is very little washing in chine vibrates when...
  • Page 31 Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause Remedy Pay attention to the maximum Washing is heavily Probably too much washing load quantity (see Programme creased. has been put in the drum. Tables). The drain hose is kinked. Remove the kink. Contact your local Service The maximum pump height Washing is not Force Centre.
  • Page 32 Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause Remedy The water tap is not fully Open the water tap fully. opened. Remnants of deter- gent are building Close the water tap. Unscrew The inlet hose filter in the in up in the detergent the inlet hose from the water coupling of the inlet hose at drawer.

  • Page 33: If The Washing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    Operating Instructions 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 34: Carrying Out An Emergency Emptying

    Operating Instructions 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 35: Additional Rinse Cycles (Rinse+)

    Operating Instructions 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. Additional rinse cycles (RINSE+) The washing machine is set for very economical water consumption.

  • Page 36: Child Safety Feature

    Operating Instructions Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the door cannot be closed and no washing programme can be started. 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 37: Installation And Connection Instructions

    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 38: Installation Of The Appliance

    Installation and connection instructions 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. •...
  • Page 39 Installation and connection instructions 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. 4. Cover the hole with the cap C. Important! When fitting the plastic caps, press until they snap into the rear panel securely.

  • Page 40: Installation-Site Preparation

    Installation and connection instructions 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 41: Levelling The Appliance

    Installation and connection instructions Levelling the Appliance Floor unevenness can be compensated for and the height can be cor- rected with the four adjustable screw feet. The height can be adjusted in a range of +10 ... -5 mm. To adjust the feet use the special spanner supplied. 1.

  • Page 42: Electrical Connection

    Installation and connection instructions 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.

  • Page 43: Permanent Connection

    Installation and connection instructions 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 44: Water Connection

    Installation and connection instructions Water connection The washing machine is provided with safety devices preventing back- contamination of the water supply and complies with local water au- thority requirements. This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home’s water supply.

  • Page 45: Inlet Hose Connection

    If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections is permissible, available from AEG Service Force Centres. – Hose sets in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m, and 5m are available for washing machines without Aqua-Control.

  • Page 46: Water Drainage

    (see diagram). Make sure that it is designed in such a way that the end of the drain hose cannot be covered with water. Longer drain hoses are available in lengths of 2.7 and 4 metres from your AEG Service Force Centre.

  • Page 47: Pump Head Of Greater Than 1M

    1m, measured from the surface on which the machine stands. For pump heads of greater than 1m please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.

  • Page 48: Technical Data

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

  • Page 49: Warranty Conditions

    3. Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service office (manufacturer´s service or authorised agent). AEG reserves the right to stipulate the place of the repair (i. e. the customer´s home, place of installation or AEG workshop).

  • Page 50: Index

    Index Index Cancelling the programme ... . 21 Rating plate ....9 Care agent ......15 Rinse hold .

  • Page 51: Service & Spare Parts

    ............. S-No............Customer Care For general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance, or further infor- mation on AEG products please contact our customer care department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.aeg.co.uk...
  • Page 52 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 822 943 281-01-030602-01 Subject to change without notice...

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