126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 30 Thank you for selecting our appliance We wish you lots of enjoyment with your new appliance and we hope that you will consider our brand again when purchasing household appliances. Please read this user manual carefully and keep it throughout the product life cycle as a reference document.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 31 Safety information In the interest of your safety and to ensure Under no circumstances should you attempt ● the correct use, before installing and first to repair the machine yourself. Repairs using the appliance, read this user manual carried out by inexperienced persons may carefully, including its hints and warnings.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 32 Child safety This appliance is designed for domestic This washing machine is not intended for ● ● use. It must not be used for purposes other use by young children or infirm persons than those for which it was designed.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 34 Control panel and functions The programme selector dial allows to select a ● programme and/or to switch the machine on/off. It can Programme selector dial and be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. The light On/Off switch Start/Pause starts to flash.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 35 Programme table Programme Type of laundry Options White or colored For example: workcloths, bedcloths, tablecloths, etc Cotton Rinse Hold Prewash Synthetics or mixed fabrics, underwear, blouses,etc Extra Rinse Synthetic Super Quick (*) Synthetic or mixed fabrics to be gentle washed and spun.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 36 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Maximum loads Follow the wash code symbols on each Recommended loads are indicated in the garment label and the manufacturer’s washing programme charts. instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: General rules:...
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 37 Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, All commonly available washing machine lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the detergents may be used in this appliance: stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 38 Quantity of detergent to be used Degrees of water hardness The type and quantity of detergent will depend Degrees on the type of fabric, load size, degree of Level Characteristic German French soiling and hardness of the water used.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 39 Operating sequence 1. Load the laundry Position «Off» to Reset programme/Switching Open the door by OFF of the machine. carefully pulling the door At the end of the programme the selector handle outwards. Place dial must be turned to position «Off», to the laundry in the drum, switch the machine off.
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 40 Operating sequence 6. Select the Extra Rinse option To empty out the water: 1.turn the programme selector dial to «Off» 2.select the Drain or Spin programme 3.reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the relevant button 4.depress Start/Pause button...
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 41 Operating sequence 8. Select the Delay Start Programme progress display After having depress Start/Pause button, the «Wash» pilot light illuminates and stays on while the machine is working. Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press the Delay Start button repeatedly, to select the desired delay.
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 42 Cancelling a programme At the end of the programme Turn the selector dial to Off to cancel a The machine stops automatically. The programme which is running. Now you can Start/Pause and «wash» lights go off and the select a new programme.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 43 Care and cleaning IMPORTANT! Cleaning the drawer recess You must DISCONNECT the appliance from Having removed the the electricity supply, before you can carry out drawer, use a small any cleaning or maintenance work. brush to clean the...
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 44 Screw the lid of the diaphragm clockwise, be The dangers of freezing ● sure is completely tighten. If the machine is exposed to temperatures Close the drainage area door. ● below 0°C, certain precautions should be taken.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 45 Something not working IMPORTANT! Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 46 Malfunction Possible Cause / Solution The end of the drain hose is too low. The machine fills then empties • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» immediately: section. The drain hose is squashed or kinked.
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 47 Malfunction Possible Cause / Solution The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. The door will not open: • Wait about 2 minute. There is water in the drum.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 48 Technical data Dimensions Width 60 cm Height 85 cm Depth (inclunding the porthole) 63 cm Electrical connection Voltage - Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating Overall power - Fuse plate on the inner edge of the appliance door...
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 50 Installation instruction position fix the feet by pushing the nuts Transit security bars against the base of the case. The feet may be Before starting the machine up, the transport tight to adjust as they incorporate but the security bars must be removed as follows: machine MUST be level and stable.
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 51 1. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” 1. Into a drainage standpipe. thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not...
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126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 52 The appliance is supplied with a 13amp plug fitted. In the event of having to change the fuse in the plug supplied, a 13amp ASTA approved (BS1363/A) fuse must be used. Should the plug need to be replaced for any reason, proceed as described below.
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 53 Environmental concerns Packaging materials Ecological hints The materials marked with the symbol To save water, energy and to help protect the recyclable. environment, we recommend that you follow >PE<=polyethylene these tips: >PS<=polystyrene Normally soiled laundry may be washed ●...
126.2936.32…ZWF684.qxd 3/6/08 10:30 Página 54 Guarantee conditions Standard guarantee conditions European Guarantee We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in months of the date of the purchase this each of the countries listed at the back of this...