132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 2 Contents Warnings Operating sequence 12-13 Washing programmes 14-15 Disposal International wash code symbols Tips for environmental protection Maintenance After each wash Technical specifications Maintenance wash Installation Door seal Cabinet Unpacking Detergent dispenser drawer Positioning Drain pump Water inlet Water inlet filter Water drainage...
Dear customer, Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation General safety Child safety...
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 4 • 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.
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 6 The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use. Important! Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time,...
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 7 Your new washing machine This new washing machine meets all modern needs for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. •The programme selector dial combines the function of programme and temperature selection, making it easier to set the programme.
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 8 Control Panel 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 3 “Quick Wash” button This button allows you to select the Quick Wash function, for laundry that is only slightly soiled (not Programme Option buttons for wool, hand wash and economy programme Depending on the programme, different functions 60E).
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 9 6 “Spin reduction” button 8 Programme selector dial By depressing this button you can reduce the max. The selector is divided into 5 sections: spin speed proposed by the machine. The relevant • Cotton light illuminates. •...
Maximum loads Washing hints Sorting the laundry Cotton, linen Synthetics Delicate fabrics and woollens Temperatures 60° Laundry weights Cold) 30°-40° Before loading the laundry Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins, pins). Removing stains Blood Oil based paint...
Rust Mould stains Grass do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Ball point pen and glue Quantity of detergent to be used Lipstick Red wine Tar stains Not enough washing powder causes Do not machine wash garments saturated with petroleum, methylated spirits, trichlorethylene, etc.
132990430.qxd 02/04/2004 16:29 Pagina 12 Operating sequence 4. Select the desired programme Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment Turn the programme selector dial to the desired of the detergent drawer in order to activate the position.
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If you cannot open the door but you need to open it 7. Start the programme you have to switch the machine off by turning the programme selector dial to Off. After about 3 Start/Pause minutes the door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and temperature!).
Washing Programmes Dispenser- Type of laundry Programme/ Possible washing Description and degree of soil temperature options agents PREWASH WHITE COTTONS RINSE HOLD QUICK WASH STAIN COTTON SPIN REDUCTION PREWASH WHITE COTTONS ECONOMY RINSE HOLD STAIN COTTON SPIN REDUCTION PREWASH COTTON COLD RINSE HOLD COLD QUICK WASH...
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 15 Washing Programmes Special programmes Programme selector dial Programme Programme description Additional functions position 3 rinses with liquid additive, For rinsing hand washed RINSE HOLD if required short spin at max. items SPIN REDUCTION Rinses speed For emptying out the water of the last rinse of programmes Water draining...
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...
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 17 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.
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:28 Pagina 18 Drain pump • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. Important! Every time you drain the water through the emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer and then run the drain programme.
132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:29 Pagina 20 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’s operation it is possible that the “End”...
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:29 Pagina 21 Problem Possible cause • The programme is still running, the drum is turning. • The door will not open: • The door lock has not yet released. (DOOR pilot light is on) • The water level is above the bottom edge of the door. •...
8. You may not make a claim under this warranty unless the defect Warranty claimed is due to faulty or defective parts or workmanship. Electrolux is not liable in the following situations (which are not FOR SALES IN USTRALIA AND EALAND exhaustive): APPLIANCE...
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132990430.qxd 01/04/2004 13:29 Pagina 24 The Electrolux Group. The world’s No. 1 Choice The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx.
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