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LAVAMAT 72850
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Washing Machine

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  • Page 1 LAVAMAT 72850 User Manual Washing Machine...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. With this appliance you will experience the perfect combination of functional design and cutting edge technology. Convince yourself that our appliances are engineered to deliver the best performance and control - indeed we are setting the highest standards of excellence.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Safety information Product Description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Display First use Personalization Acoustic signal Child safety lock Daily use Load the laundry Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener Select the required programme by means of programme selector dial Select the temperature Select the Spin speed, Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option Selected the desired option...
  • Page 4 Contents Opening the door after the programme has started At the end of the programme Washing programmes 22-25 Programme information 26-27 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives Quantity of detergent to be used Degrees of water hardness International wash code symbols...
  • Page 5 Contents Installation Unpacking Positioning and levelling Water inlet Water-stop device Water drainage Electrical connection Enviroment concerns Packaging materials Old machine Ecological hints Guarantee Customer service centres...
  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Safety information Prior to using for the first time • 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 following safety notes.
  • Page 7 Safety information • Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material. • Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance. • This appliance is provided with a white drum light. It is class 1, in accordance with IEC 60825-1:1993 + A1:1997 + A2:2001 standard.
  • Page 8: Child Safety

    Safety information • This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes other than those for which it was designed. • Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label. •...
  • Page 9 Safety information • Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this the machine incorporates special feature. To activate this device, rotate the button (without pressing it) inside the door clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If necessary use a coin.
  • Page 10: Product Description

    Product description Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Detergent dispenser drawer Rating plate Control panel Drain pump Drum light Three adjustable feet; The rear foot on the left-hand side is Door opening handle automatic Detergent dispenser drawer...
  • Page 11: Control Panel

    Control panel Control panel Henceforth the programme selector dial, the buttons and the display will be indicated with the numbers given in this table. ALGODÓN ECO ALGODÓN EXPRESS INTENSIVO ANTIBACTERIAS 20 MIN - 3KG 40-60 MIX SPORT TEJIDOS GRUESOS INTENSIVO OUTDOOR SINTÉTICOS PLANCHA...
  • Page 12: Display

    Display Display (9) Temperature - symbol Spin Speed, Rinse Hold , Night Cycle - symbols Programme progress display: PREWASH , MAIN WASH , RINSE , SPIN DRAIN , OVERDOSAGE The programme progress display shows the washing phases of the selected programme.
  • Page 13 Display The display shows the following information: Duration of the selected programme After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed in hours and minutes (for example 2.05 ). The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute.
  • Page 14: First Use

    First use First Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum. Run a cotton cycle at 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
  • Page 15: Daily Use

    Daily use Daily Use Load the laundry 1. Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. 2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a click during closing.
  • Page 16: Select The Required Programme By Means Of Programme Selector Dial

    Select the required programme by means of programme selector dial (1) You can choose the right programme for any type of laundry following the descriptions on the washing programme tables (see «Washing Programmes»). Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g.
  • Page 17: Selected The Desired Option

    must be emptied out. Night cycle: by selecting this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. As all spinning phases are suppressed, this washing cycle is very noiseless and it can be selected at night or in times with a more economical power rate In some programmes the rinses will be performed with more water.
  • Page 18: Stain Option

    STAIN option Select this option to treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended main wash with time optimised stain action phase). This option is not available with a temperature lower than 40°C. Attention! If you wish to perform a programme with the stain option, pour stain remover into compartment SENSITIVE option By selecting this button the washing intensity will be reduced.
  • Page 19: Select The Start/Pause

    Press the START/PAUSE (button 7) To start the selected programme, press the button ; the corresponding red pilot light stops flashing. The DOOR symbol appears on the display to indicate that the appliance has started operating and the door is locked. To interrupt a programme which is running, depress the button corresponding red pilot light starts to flash.
  • Page 20: Altering An Option Or A Running Programme

    Cancelling the delayed start: set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the button ● press the button until the symbol 0’ is displayed; ● press the button again to start the programme. ● The DELAY START option can not be selected with DRAIN programme Altering an option or a running programme It is possible to change any option before the programme carries it out.
  • Page 21: At The End Of The Programme

    At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically, the pilot light of button pilot light goes off, a flashing appears on the display and the acoustic signal sounds for some minutes. If you have choosen a programme with Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option selected, follow the below instruction to empty the water out: turn the programme selector dial to O/OFF ●...
  • Page 22: Washing Programmes

    Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Description of the Type of laundry Options Temperature programme Spin reduction/Rinse Main wash hold/Night cycle WHITE COTTONS Rinses White cotton (heavily Prewash - Stain - soiled items) 95°-60° Long spin at maximum Sensitive - Extra rinse speed Time saving Spin reduction/Rinse...
  • Page 23 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Description of the Type of laundry Options Temperature programme Spin reduction/Rinse Main wash VISCOSE hold/Night cycle Rinses Viscose items 40°-30°-COLD Prewash - Stain (*) - Extra Short spin at maximum rinse speed Spin reduction/Rinse Rinses Separate rinse cycle for RINSES hand washed cotton...
  • Page 24 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Description of the Type of laundry Options programme Temperature Main wash Spin reduction/Rinse SPORT JACKETS Special programme for hold Rinses 40°-30°-COLD sport clothes Extra rinse Short spin at 800 rpm Prewash at 30° Main wash SPORT Special programme for Spin reduction/Rinse...
  • Page 25: Washing Programmes

    Washing programmes Washing programmes Type of fabric Max. Load 7 kg COTTONS 3,5 kg SYNTHETICS DELICATES AND VISCOSE 3,5 kg JEANS 1,5 kg EASY IRON 2 kg WOOL HANDWASH 1 kg LINGERIE SILK 3 kg SPORT JACKETS . - 3 3 kg 3 kg SPORT INTENSIVE...
  • Page 26: Programme Information

    Programme information Programme information The washing programme for white cottons. This program eliminates the micro-organisms thanks to the washing by HYGIENE 60°C and an additional rinse. In this way the action is more effective. Put into the compartment STAIN a special additive for hygiene and select the option STAIN.
  • Page 27: Programme Information

    Programme information Programme information Special program for sport clothes. By selecting this program, SPORT JACKETS do not add any additives. This programme is suitable for washing heavily soiled sport items. The machine will add automatically a prewash phase SPORT INTENSIVE before the main wash to eliminate mud stains.
  • Page 28: Washing Hints

    Preparing the wash cycle Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Temperatures for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, 95°...
  • Page 29: Maximum Loads

    Preparing the wash cycle Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy.
  • Page 30: Removing Stains

    Preparing the wash cycle Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water.
  • Page 31: Quantity Of Detergent To Be Used

    Preparing the wash cycle All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance: • powder detergents for all types of fabric, • powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens, • liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only.
  • Page 32 Preparing the wash cycle Note: A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of hardness (from degree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. The quantity of detergent can then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (= soft).
  • Page 33: International Wash Code Symbols

    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...
  • Page 34: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning Care and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine.
  • Page 35: Drain Pump

    Care and cleaning 2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 3. Clean all parts with water. 4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. 5. Clean all parts of the washing ma- chine, especially the nozzles in the top of the washing-in chamber, with a brush.
  • Page 36: Water Inlet Filter

    Care and cleaning 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump. 7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. 8.
  • Page 37: Frost Precautions

    Care and cleaning Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. 2. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out.
  • Page 38: Something Not Working

    Something not working Something not working 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. During machine operation it is possible that the yellow pilot light of button flashes, one of the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the same some acoustic signals...
  • Page 39 Something not working Problem Possible cause/Solution The water tap is closed. • Open the water tap. The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the inlet hose connection. The machine does not fill: The filter in the inlet hose is blocked. •...
  • Page 40 Something not working Problem Cause possible/Solution Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used. • Increase the detergent quantity or use another one. Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • Use commercial products to treat the stubborn Unsatisfactory washing results: stains The correct temperature was not selected.
  • Page 41 Something not working Problem Cause possible/Solution The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other The machine makes an unusual traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the noise drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of the machine.
  • Page 42: Technical Data

    Technical data Technical Data Width 60 cm Height 85 cm Dimensions Depth 63 cm (door included) Power supply voltage/frequency 230 V/50 Hz Electrical connection Total power absorbed 2200 W Minimum fuse protection 10 A Minimum 0,05 MPa Water supply pressure Maximum 0,80 Cottons...
  • Page 43: Consumption Value

    Consumption value Consumption value Water consumption Energy consumption Programme duration Programme (in litres) (in kWh) (in minutes) Cottons 95° Hygiene 60° MIX 40° Jeans 60° Synthetics 40° 0,55 Easy iron 60° 0,45 Delicates 40° 0,55 Viscose 40° 0,55 Rinses Drain Spin Delicate Spin Wool 40°...
  • Page 44: Installation

    Installation Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom.
  • Page 45 Installation 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C. HEC0003 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C. Slide out the relevant plastic spacer E. HEC0023 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal.
  • Page 46: Positioning And Levelling

    Installation Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating. Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by HEC007S putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.
  • Page 47: Water-Stop Device

    Installation Do not place the inlet hose downwards. Angle the hose to the left or right depending on the position of your water tap. 3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks.
  • Page 48: Electrical Connection

    Installation P1118 Important! The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. Electrical connection Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door and in the chapter «Technical Data».
  • Page 49: Enviroment Concerns

    Environment concerns Enviroment concerns 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. Old 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 product may not be treated as household waste.
  • Page 50: European Guarantee

    European guarantee European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee orotherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another of the countries listed, the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the following qualifications: The appliance guarantee starts from the date you first purchased the appliance...
  • Page 51: Customer Service Centres

    Customer service centres www.electrolux.com Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr. Pjeter Bogdani Nr. 7 Tirane Belgique/België/Belgien +32 2 363 04 44 Bergensesteenweg 719, 1502 Lembeek Česká republika +420 2 61 12 61 12 Budějovická 3, Praha 4, 140 21 Danmark +45 70 11 74 00 Sjællandsgade 2, 7000 Fredericia...
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