AEG LAVAMAT 76730 User Information

AEG LAVAMAT 76730 User Information

The environmentally-friendly washing machine update
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  • Page 1 ÖKO-LAVAMAT 76730 update The Environmentally-Friendly Washing Machine User Information...
  • Page 2 This user information contains information on remedying any faults which may occur, see the section ”What to do if ...”. If these instructions are not sufficient, our After-Sales Service is at your disposal at any time: ELGROEP & AEG SERVICE Bergensesteenweg 719 1502 Lembeek Tel.: 02/3630444 Here you will receive an answer to any question concerning the fea- tures and use of your unit.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Instructions for use Safety ............Disposal .
  • Page 4 Contents Program Tables ..........28 Washing .
  • Page 5 Contents Electrical Connection ......... . 48 Water Connection .
  • Page 6: Instructions For Use

    Instructions for use INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE Safety The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appli- ances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility to inform you of the following safety information.
  • Page 7: Child Safety

    Child Safety • Packaging components (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary supervision dur- ing operation and do not allow children to play with the washing machine –...
  • Page 8: Disposal

    Instructions for use Disposal Dispose the packing material! Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All packaging materials are environmentally compatible and can be disposed of with- out risk or incinerated at a refuse combustion plant. The plastics can also be reused: •...
  • Page 9: Unit Description

    Unit Description Front View Drawer for washing powder and care agent Screw feet (height-adjustable); rear left: Automatic adjustment foot Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent Main detergent (powder) and water-softener if required In-wash stain treatment Instructions for use Control panel Rating plate (behind filling door)
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Instructions for use Control Panel Spin button / RINSE HOLD Additional program buttons Program Selector The program selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) according to the type of gar- ments being washed, and also the washing solution.
  • Page 11 Instructions for use EASY-CARES (KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE) Main washing cycle for easy-care textiles (mixed fabrics) at 40 °C to 60 °C. EASY IRON position (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE): Main washing cycle at 40 °C for easy-care textiles which, with the aid of this program, only have to be either gently ironed or not ironed at all.
  • Page 12: Additional Program Buttons

    Instructions for use Additional Program Buttons The additional program buttons are for adapting the washing program to the dirtiness of the wash- ing. Additional programs are not required for washing which is not excessively dirty. Various functions can be combined with each other, depending on the program.
  • Page 13: Consumption Values And Time Requirements

    Consumption Values and Time Requirements The values for selected programs in the following tables were deter- mined under normal conditions. However, there is a helpful orientation aid for domestic operation. Program Selector/ Temperature COTTONS/LINEN 95 (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS) COTTONS/LINEN 60 (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS) COTTONS/LINEN 40...
  • Page 14: What Does "Update" Mean

    Instructions for use What Does ”Update” Mean? The washing programs of your washing machine are controlled by soft- ware. New types of textiles or new washing powders/liquids could, in the future, require new washing programs. The software can be adapted to these in most cases.
  • Page 15: Before The First Wash

    Before the First Wash Carry out a washing operation without washing (COTTONS/WITTE WAS, BLANC 95 °C, with half the quantity of washing powder/liquid). This removes residues left over from production on the drum and solu- tion container. Prepare the Washing Cycle Sort and Prepare the Washing •...
  • Page 16: Washing Types And Care Codes

    Instructions for use Washing Types and Care Codes The care codes help you choose the correct washing program. The washing should be sorted according to type and care code. The temper- atures stated in the care codes are all maximum values. Cottons ç...
  • Page 17: Washing Detergents And Care Agents

    Washing Detergents and Care Agents Which washing detergent and care agent? Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much washing detergent and care agent? The amount to be used depends on: •...
  • Page 18: Run A Washing Cycle

    Instructions for use Run a Washing Cycle Brief Instructions A washing cycle is run in the following steps: 1. Set the correct washing program: – Set the program and temperature with the program selector – Set any additional program(s) 2. Change the spin speed if necessary / select RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.).
  • Page 19: Set The Washing Program

    Set the Washing Program For a suitable program, the right temperature and possible additional programs for the relevant washing type, refer to the ”Program Tables”. 1. Set the program selector to the required washing program with the required temperature. The probable duration of the set program in minutes is shown in the multi-display.
  • Page 20: Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold

    Instructions for use Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold If necessary, change the spin speed for the final spin / select RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.): Press the button Spin speed/RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.) as often as necessary until the display for the required spin speed (or of RINSE HOLD/GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.) lights up.
  • Page 21 Soaking Duration With the SOAKING (INWEKEN, TREMPAGE) button pressed, you can extend the soaking duration with the button DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJD- KEUZE, DEPART DIFFERE) (maximum 10 hours and approx. 20 min.). Without delay timer, the soaking duration is approx. 30 minutes, plus a pre-wash time of approx.
  • Page 22: Opening And Closing The Filling Door

    Instructions for use Opening and Closing the Filling Door Open: Pull on the handle of the filling door. Close: Press the filling door firmly closed. The displays DOOR (DEUR/PORTE) and START/ PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE) show whether the door can be opened while the appliance is switched on: Display DOOR (DEUR, PORTE)
  • Page 23: Add Washing Detergent/Care Agent

    Add Washing Detergent/Care Agent Refer to the information on washing detergents and care agents, see section ”Washing Detergents and Care Agents”. 1. Open the washing detergent drawer: grip inside the flap on the drawer at the bottom (1) and pull out the drawer as far as it will go (2).
  • Page 24: Start The Washing Program

    Instructions for use Start the Washing Program 1. Check that the water valve is open. 2. Start the washing program: Press the button START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE). The washing program is started or it starts after the set time expires. The filling door is not correctly closed if, when the button START/PAUSE (START/PAUSE, MARCHE/PAUSE) is pressed, –...
  • Page 25: Completion Of The Washing Program

    Completion of the Washing Program Program Sequence Display Before the start, the program steps to be carried out are displayed by the program sequence display. Ther current program step is displayed during the washing program. Multi-Display The expected remaining time (in minutes) is shown up to the program end in the multi-dis- play.
  • Page 26: Changing A Washing Program

    Instructions for use Changing a Washing Program Changing or aborting a program 1. Press button START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE). 2. Turn programme knob to OFF (UIT, ARRET). The washing program is aborted. 3. If required, set a new washing program. Otherwise turn the programme knob to PUMP OUT (POMPEN, VIDANGE) and then press the button START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE).
  • Page 27: Washing Cycle Ended/Remove Washing

    Washing Cycle Ended/Remove Washing After a washing program has ended, END (EINDE, FIN) lights up on the program sequence display. If you selected RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.), the indicator next to the button START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE) flashes. 1. After a rinse hold, it is first necessary to pump off the water: –...
  • Page 28: Program Tables

    Instructions for use Program Tables Washing Not all possible settings are listed below - only the ones most com- monly used in everyday operation and the most appropriate ones. Type of Washing, Care Codes Cottons ç Energy-Saving Program: Cottons ç Linen è...
  • Page 29 Max. Type of Washing, Filling Quantity Care Codes (dry weight) 2.5kg Easy-Cares ê í 2.5kg Delicates (or 15-20m ì curtains) Woollens/ Handwash 9 ì ï 1) A 10-litre bucket holds approx. 2.5kg of dry washing (cottons). 2) Only if a filling quantity of 1kg is observed are creases in the washing largely avoided.
  • Page 30: Separate Conditioning/Starching/Impregnating

    Instructions for use Separate Conditioning/Starching/Impregnating Type of Washing Cottons/Linen Separate Rinse Type of Washing Cottons/Linen Easy-Cares Delicates Woollens/Handwash Separate Spin Type of Washing Cottons/Linen Easy-Cares Delicates Woollens/Handwash Max. Filling Quantity (dry weight) Max. Filling Quantity (dry weight) 2.5kg 2.5kg Max. Filling Quantity (dry weight) 2.5kg 2.5kg...
  • Page 31: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and Care Control Panel Attention! For cleaning panels and control parts, do not use furniture polish or any aggressive cleaning agents. Wipe off control panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water to do this. Washing Detergent Drawer The washing detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 1.
  • Page 32: Washing Drum

    Instructions for use 7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in part of the washing machine, especially the nozzles on the top side of the rinsing-in chamber. 8. Insert the washing detergent drawer into the guide rails and push it in. Washing Drum The washing drum is made of high-quality stainless steel.
  • Page 33: What To Do If

    What to do if ... Remedying Faults In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even dur- ing the warranty period.
  • Page 34 Instructions for use Problem No water runs in. Fault code appears. The indicator RINSE+ (SPOELEN+, RINCAGE+) flashes. The washing machine vibrates during opera- tion or it is on an une- ven surface. The washing solution of the main wash froths up a lot. Water runs out under the washing machine.
  • Page 35 Problem The anti-flood system Aqua Fault code Control has responded. appears. Conditioner not added, Softener insert in the com- compartment w for partment for care agent not care agent full of correctly attached or is water. blocked. Washing heavily Too mush washing probably creased.
  • Page 36 Instructions for use Problem Washing detergent residues form in the washing detergent drawer. The rinsing water is murky. The corresponding dis- play does not light up when one of the addi- tional program but- tons is pressed. Possible Cause Water valve not fully opened. Open the water valve fully. Filter in the screw connec- tion of the intake hose on the water valve or on the...
  • Page 37: If The Washing Result Is Not Satisfactory

    If the washing result is not satisfactory If the washing is grey and limescale forms in the drum • Not enough washing detergent added. • The right washing detergent was not used. • Special types of stain were not pretreated. •...
  • Page 38: Carry Out An Emergency Emptying Operation

    Instructions for use Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation • When the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solu- tion, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out. • When the washing machine is in a room where there is a frost risk, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a frost risk.
  • Page 39: Clean The Solution Pump

    When all the washing solution has drained off: 6. Firmly push the plug into the emergency emptying hose and turn it tight clockwise. 7. Put the emergency emptying hose back into the holder. 8. Insert the flap into the base panel and close. Clean the Solution Pump Warning! Before cleaning the solution pump, switch off the washing machine and pull out the mains plug!
  • Page 40: Emergency Unlocking Of The Filling Door

    Instructions for use Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door When the filling door can no longer be opened, it can be opened with the aid of the emergency unlocking facility. 1. If you can see water in the viewing window of the filling door, first carry out an emergency eptying operation (see section ”Emergency Emptying”).
  • Page 41: Additional Rinse (Rinse+/Spoelen+/Rincage+)

    Additional Rinse (RINSE+/SPOELEN+/RINCAGE+) The washing machine is set for extremely economical water consump- tion. However, for persons who suffer from allergies, it can be helpful to rinse with more water. If RINSE+ (SPOELEN+, RINCAGE+) is set, an additional rinse is per- formed in the case of the programs COTTONS/LINEN (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS), EASY-CARES (KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)/EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE) and...
  • Page 42: Child Safety Feature

    Instructions for use Child Safety Feature When the child safety feature is used, the filling door can no longer be closed and no more washing programs can be started. Setting the Child Safety Feature: Use a coin to turn the rotary knob (on the inside of the filling door) clockwise as far as it will go.
  • Page 43: Setting Up And Connection Instructions

    SETTING UP AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Safety Instructions for Installation • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (looking from the front). Electrical components could get wet! • Check the washing machine for transport damage. Never connect a damaged unit.
  • Page 44: Setting Up The Unit

    Setting up and connection instructions Setting Up the Unit Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for substruc- tures. Transporting the Unit • Do not place the washing machine on its front side or on its right side (looking from the front). Otherwise the electrical components can get wet.
  • Page 45 2. Firmly pull both hose holders off the unit. The special button E and the plug caps D (2 ea.) and G (1 ea.) are supplied with the unit. 3. Unscrew the two screws A using the special button E. 4.
  • Page 46: Prepare The Installation Location

    Setting up and connection instructions Prepare the Installation Location • The installation surface must be clean, dry and free of floor wax resi- due and other lubricating coatings so that the unit does not slide away. Do not use any lubricants as sliding aids. •...
  • Page 47: Compensate For Floor Unevenness

    Compensate for Floor Unevenness Automatic Adjustment Foot: Your washing machine's rear left foot is of a spring leg design. This guarantees good stability of the unit, even at high spinning speeds. If the washing machine still does not stand firmly enough during spin- ning, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 48: Electrical Connection

    Setting up and connection instructions Electrical Connection Refer to the rating plate for details of the mains voltage, current type and the necessary fuses. The rating plate is located at the top behind the filling door. This unit conforms to the following EU directives: –...
  • Page 49: Water Inflow

    Water Inflow 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 our Customer Service is permissible. – Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m and 5m are available for washing machines without Aqua-Control.
  • Page 50: Water Drainage

    Setting up and connection instructions Water Drainage The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extension purposes (max. 3m on the floor and then up to 80cm high). The Customer Service stocks hoses in lengths of 2.7 and 4m.
  • Page 51: Delivery Heads Over 1M

    Delivery Heads over 1m To pump off the washing / rinsing agent, every washing machine has a pump which transports liquids via the drainage hose up to a height of 1m, calculated from the machine's floor. For delivery heads over 1m, consult the Customer Service. Technical Data Height adjustment Filling quantity...
  • Page 54: Index

    Index INDEX Aqua Control .....14 Automatic adjustment foot ..9 Care agent ....9 Child safety feature .
  • Page 55: Service

    SERVICE In the section ”What to do if ...” there is a list of some faults which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you find no information there, please consult your Customer Service Centre. Always prepare in advance for the discussion.
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