AEG OKO-LAVAMAT 88730 User Information

AEG OKO-LAVAMAT 88730 User Information

Update the environmentally friendly washing machine
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  • Page 1 ÖKO-LAVAMAT 88730 update The environmentally friendly 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 ..........26 Washing .
  • Page 5 Electrical Connection ......... . 46 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 the washing machine 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

    Description of the Appliance Front view Detergent dispenser drawer Screw feet (height-adjustable); rear left: Automatic adjustment foot. Detergent dispenser drawer Main wash detergent in powder form and water softening agent if required. Stain removers Operating Instructions Control panel Rating plate (behind door) Main door Flap in front of...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Operating Instructions Control panel Spin speed / RINSE HOLD Programme option buttons Multi-display Programme selector The programme selector defines the nature of the washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum move- ment, number of rinses, spin speed) to suit the type of wash- ing, as well as the wash tempera- ture.
  • Page 11 EASY IRON position: Main washing cycle at 40 °C for easy-care fabrics which, with the aid of this programme, only require a gentle iron, if any ironing at all. DELICATES Main washing cycle for delicates at 30 °C or 40 °C. WOOLLENS / P (hand wash) Washing cycle (cold up to 40 °C) for machine-washable woollens and for hand-washable woollen fabrics with the care symbol ï...
  • Page 12: Programme Option Buttons

    Operating Instructions Programme option buttons The programme option buttons are used to adapt the washing programme to suit the degree of soiling of the washing. Programme options are not required for normally soiled washing. The different functions can be combined together depending on the programme.
  • Page 13: Consumption Data And Wash Times

    Consumption data and wash times The values given in the following table for selected programmes were calculated under standard conditions. They provide a useful guide for operation in the home. Programme selector/ temperature COTTONS/LINEN 95 COTTONS-/LINEN 60 COTTONS-/LINEN 40 EASY-CARES 40 DELICATES 30 WOOLLENS/ P (hand wash) 30 1) Note: The selected programme is tested in accordance with EN 60 456.
  • Page 14: What Does Update Mean

    The control system of your machine is fully electronic. The software which determines this control system can be reprogrammed. If a fur- ther improvement to washing technology is introduced by AEG then your machine can be updated. The cost of the update will be advised at the time of the request. For further information regarding this please contact the AEG Customer Care Department.
  • Page 15: Before The First Wash

    Before the first wash Run a washing cycle without washing (COTTONS 95, with half the amount of detergent). This removes any residues from the drum which may have been left during manufacturing. Preparing a Wash Load Sorting and preparing a wash load •...
  • Page 16: Washing Types And Care Symbols

    Operating Instructions Washing Types and Care Symbols The care symbols help you choose the correct washing programme. Washing should be sorted according to type and care symbol. The tem- peratures indicated in the care symbols are maximum values. Cottons ç Fabrics made from cotton and linen with this care symbol will with- stand maximum wash actions and high temperatures.
  • Page 17: Detergents And Conditioners

    Detergents 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: • the extent of soiling of the washing •...
  • Page 18: Running A Washing Cycle

    Operating Instructions Running a washing cycle Brief instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 1. Set the correct washing programme: – Select the programme and temperature with the programme selector. – Select any programme options if required. 2. If necessary, change the spin speed/select RINSE HOLD. 3.
  • Page 19: Setting The Washing Programme

    Setting the Washing Programme See "Programme tables" for a suitable programme, correct temperature and possible programme options to suit the type of washing. 1. Set the programme selector to the desired washing programme with the desired temperature. The expected duration of the programme selected is displayed in the multi display in minutes.
  • Page 20: Changing The Spin Speed/Selecting Rinse Hold

    Operating Instructions Changing the spin speed/Selecting Rinse Hold If necessary, change the spin speed for the final spin/select RINSE HOLD: Press the Spin speed/RINSE HOLD button repeatedly until the indicator of the required spin speed or of RINSE HOLD illuminates. If RINSE HOLD is selected, the washing remains in the final rinse water.
  • Page 21: Opening And Closing The Door

    Opening and closing the door Open: Press the DOOR/LIGHT button. The door springs open. Close: Press the door firmly closed. When the unit is switched on, the DOOR/LIGHT display shows whether the door can be opened: – green: The door can be opened (not when programming is acti- vated, see the section "Program –...
  • Page 22: Add Detergent / Conditioner

    Operating Instructions Add detergent / conditioner For instructions concerning detergent and conditioners, see "Detergents and conditioners". 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer. press in the flap on the drawer so as to be able to grasp the handle(1), and pull out the drawer (2).
  • Page 23: Start The Washing Programme

    Start the washing programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Start the washing programme: Press the START/PAUSE button. The washing programme is started, or starts at the end of the time delay set. If the display DOOR/LIGHT flashes red when the START/PAUSE button is pressed, the door is not closed correctly.
  • Page 24: Washing Programme Progress

    Operating Instructions Washing Programme Progress Programme progress display Prior to the start, the programme steps chosen are displayed by the programme progress display. During the washing programme the current programme step is displayed. Multi-display The expected time remaining (in minutes) to the end of the programme is shown in the multi-display.
  • Page 25: Washing Cycle Complete/Removing The Washing

    Washing cycle complete/Removing the washing Once the washing programme has come to an end, END illuminates on the programme progress display. • If the EASY IRON programme was selected, an anti-creasing phase of approximately 30 minutes follows the programme end. Here, the multi-display still shows a remaining time and the END indicator lights up.
  • Page 26: Programme Tables

    Operating Instructions Programme tables Washing Not all possible settings are listed below, only those which are useful and meaningful in everyday use. Washing type, care symbol Cottons ç Energy-saving programme: Cottons ç Cottons è ë Easy cares ê í Delicates ì...
  • Page 27: Separate Rinse/Conditioning/Starching

    Separate rinse/conditioning/starching Type of washing Cottons/Linen Separate spin Type of washing Cottons/Linen Easy-cares Delicates Woollens/hand wash Silk/handwash Operating Instructions Max. Load Programme selector (dry weight) Max. Load Programme selector (dry weight) 2.5kg 2.5kg 1 kg STARCHING SPIN SHORT SPIN...
  • Page 28: 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 29: 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 30: 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 31: What To Do If

    After clearing the fault, press the START/PAUSE button. If the fault code is shown again, contact your local Service Force Centre. • For all other faults displayed in the multi-display, please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre, stating the fault code. Problem The washing machine does not work.
  • Page 32 Operating Instructions Problem The washing machine vibrates during opera- tion or is unstable. Excessive foaming dur- ing the main wash. Water runs out from under the washing ma- chine. Possible Cause The transport packaging has not been removed. The machine is not level. There is very little washing in the drum (e.g.
  • Page 33 Problem The drain pump for the washing machine runs The Aqua Control anti-flood constantly - even when system has been activated. the appliance is switched off. Fabric softener was not The conditioner insert in the rinsed in, compart- compartment for the condi- ment æ...
  • Page 34: If The Washing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    Operating Instructions Problem When pressing a pro- gramme option button the corresponding dis- play does not light up. The programme progress indicator flashes constantly. If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits are present in the drum •...
  • Page 35: Carrying Out An Emergency Emptying

    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 36: Emergency Unlocking Of The Door

    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. Emergency unlocking of the door If the door cannot be opened, it can be opened using the emergency unlock feature.
  • Page 37: Additional Rinse (Rinse+)

    Additional Rinse (RINSE+) The washing machine is set for very economical water consumption. However, for persons who suffer from allergies to detergents, it can be helpful to rinse with extra water. If RINSE + is set, an additional rinse cycle is carried out with the COT- TONS/LINEN, EASY CARES/EASY IRON and DELICATES programmes.
  • Page 38: Water Cooling

    Operating Instructions Water Cooling It may be necessary to cool down the water before pumping it out in order to prevent thermal damage to the plastic drainage pipes. The water is cooled down before pumping out at the end of the main washing cycle (by adding cold water).
  • Page 39: Programme Protection

    Programme protection To safeguard a programme setting against unwanted changes (e.g. pro- gramme selector turned, option buttons pressed etc., you can set the Programme protection. This prevents your washing being damaged. The programme protection can be set and cancelled at any time during a programme.
  • Page 40: 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 41: 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 42: 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 43 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 44: 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 45: Levelling The Appliance

    Levelling the appliance Self adjusting foot: The rear foot of your washing machine is designed like a spring leg. This makes the machine very stable even at high spin speeds. If the washing machine is still not stable during spinning, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 46: 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 47: Permanent Connection

    WARNING! A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed of safely. 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...
  • Page 48: 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 49: Inlet Hose Connection

    Inlet Hose Connection A pressure hose 1.5m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by your local Serv- ice Force Centre is permissible. –...
  • Page 50: 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 51: 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 52: Technical Data

    Installation and connection instructions Technical data Height Adjustment Load (depending on the programme) Area of use Drum speed, spinning Water pressure Dimensions (dimensions in mm) approx. +10 / -5mm max. 5kg Domestic see rating plate 1-10bar (=10-100 N/cm = 0.1-1.0 Mpa)
  • Page 53: 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 54: Index

    Index Index Aqua Control ....14 Automatic adjustment foot ..9 Child safety feature ....31 Circulation pump .
  • Page 55: 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...
  • Page 56 AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D-90327 Nürnberg http://www.aeg.hausgeraete.de © Copyright by AEG 822 942 345-01-300402-12 Subject to change without notice...

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