Electrolux EW 1265 F Instruction Booklet
Electrolux EW 1265 F Instruction Booklet

Electrolux EW 1265 F Instruction Booklet

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Warnings International wash code symbols Operating sequence 15-17 Disposal Programme table Tips for environmental protection Maintenance After each wash Technical specifications Maintenance wash Installation Door seal Cabinet Unpacking Detergent dispenser drawer Positioning Drain filter Water inlet Water inlet filter Water drainage Emergency emptying out Electrical connection...
  • Page 3: Warnings

    Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated below. We recommend that you keep this instruction manual for future reference and pass it on to any future owners. Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
  • Page 4: Disposal

    • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into Disposal the drum. To avoid this the machine incorporates a special feature. To activate this device, rotate the button (without pressing it) inside the door Packaging materials clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If necessary use a coin.
  • Page 5: Installation

    Installation Unpacking 5. Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw. Slide out the relevant pin. 6. Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will All transit bolts and packing must be removed find in the envelope containing the instruction before using the appliance.
  • Page 6: Water Drainage

    The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece have to purchase a new, longer hose specially is available from your local Service Centre.
  • Page 7: Your New Washing Machine

    Your new washing machine This new washing machine, which is fitted with the Direct Spray system, patented Electrolux, meets all modern needs for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Further savings are achieved by washing small loads of laundry, since water and electricity consumption is proportional to the quantity and type of laundry being washed.
  • Page 8: Use

    Control panel Maximum temperatures are 90°C for cotton, 60°C for 1 ON/OFF button synthetic fabrics, 40°C for delicate fabrics, wool and fabrics to be hand-washed (HAND WASH programme). Press this button to switch the washing machine on. The display (8) will show three blinking dashes or a By selecting position the machine will wash with blinking zero.
  • Page 9: Options Button

    • Drain only 8 Display - Press the RESET button once, so as to cause The following pieces of information are shown on the the DRAIN light to light up, then press the display: START/PAUSE button. • Three blinking dashes, when a programme is Important! If you accidentally press the RESET cancelled by means of the RESET button.
  • Page 10: Skip/Reset Button

    Important! 9 START/PAUSE button The first time you use the washing machine, This button has three functions: when you switch it on, it may display a blinking zero and give an audible warning signal. This is due to the fact •...
  • Page 11 Example: 11 DELAY button In this case, only the This button makes it possible to delay the starting of spin (at the speed the programme by up to 24 hours. The delay you provided for the have selected is shown on the display for about 3 selected type of fabric) seconds;...
  • Page 12: Washing Hints

    Maximum loads Washing hints Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts. Sorting the laundry General rules: Follow the wash code symbols on each garment Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Synthetics: drum no more than half full;...
  • Page 13: Detergents And Additives

    Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust The washing machine incorporates a recirculation removing product used cold. Be careful with rust system which allows an optimal use of the stains which are not recent since the cellulose concentrate detergent.
  • Page 14: International Wash Code Symbols

    International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash temperature temperature temperature temperature 95°C 60°C 40°C 30°C Hand wash Do not...
  • Page 15: Operating Sequence

    4. Switch the machine on Operating sequence To switch the machine on, press the ON/OFF button : the mains-on light comes on. Before washing your first load of laundry, we The display will show three blinking dashes or a recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with blinking zero.
  • Page 16: Select The Quick Wash Option

    9. Select the QUICK WASH option 6. Select the temperature Depress this button to select the QUICK WASH Press the TEMPERATURE button if you wish to select a temperature value different from the one option, if your laundry is only slightly soiled. The relevant light illuminates.
  • Page 17: End Of Programme

    12. How to change a programme Should it not be possible to open the door, and should it be absolutely necessary to do so, switch during its cycle the machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button. Before you make any change, you must pause the After approximately 3 minutes, you can open the washing machine by pressing the START/PAUSE door.
  • Page 18: Programme Table

    Programme table Type of laundry and Programme/ Description of Max. Dispenser-washing agents Options symbols on load temperature programme labels 6.5 kg Cottons Main wash at SPIN SPEED 60°-90°C 60°-90°C RINSE HOLD White cotton: 3 rinses PREWASH e.g. sheets, Long spin SUPER RINSE tablecloths, QUICK...
  • Page 19: Maintenance

    Maintenance Detergent dispenser drawer Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave from the electricity supply. deposits in the drawer. Inspect the drawer regularly. To remove the drawer from the machine, press the After each wash button in the rear left-hand corner.
  • Page 20: Drain Filter

    Drain filter Emergency emptying out The drain filter collects threads and small objects If the water is not discharged (outlet pump is inadvertently left in the laundry. Check regularly that blocked, filter or drain hose are clogged), proceed as the filter is clean. follows to empty out the machine: Open the filter door.
  • Page 21: Trouble-Shooting Guide

    Trouble-Shooting Guide Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out a service technician. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. During machine operation it is possible that one of the following alarm codes appears on the display: - E10: problem with the water supply - E20: problem with water draining - E40: door open...
  • Page 22 Problem Possible cause • The programme is still running, the drum is turning. • The door will not open: • The door lock has not yet released. • The water level is above the bottom edge of the door. • The machine is heating the water. The door can only be opened when the relevant light has gone out.
  • Page 23: Electrolux Warranty New Zealand

    ELECTROLUX APPLIANCE WARRANTY – NEW ZEALAND This appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products (NZ) Ltd (“the Company”) from the date of purchase. The following terms and conditions apply: The Company or its Authorised Service Centre will pay the cost of repairing or replacing all parts of the appliance which the Company or its Authorised Service Centre find defective for a period of 24 months following the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”).
  • Page 24: Electrolux Warranty Australia

    ELECTROLUX WARRANTY AUSTRALIA Nothing in this warranty, limits any rights you may have under the Trade Practices Act or any other Commonwealth or State legislation. Such rights cannot be changed by the conditions in this warranty. Subject to the conditions below, this appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products Pty. Ltd. A.B.N. 51 004 762 341, (the “Company”), to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of 24 months following the date of purchase (the “Warranty Period”).

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