132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) LAVAMAT L 1045 E The environmentally friendly washing machine Instruction booklet...
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132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recom- mend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners.
26/09/01 14.30 Safety instructions The safety of AEG appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as man- ufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes. General safety •...
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132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Safety instructions Child safety • Children are often not aware of how dangerous electrical appliances can be. When the machine is working, children should be carefully supervised and not be allowed to play with the appliance - there is a risk that they could become trapped inside.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Disposal Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! Tips for environmental protection To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Main features of your washing machine • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 900, 700 or 400 rpm. •...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Control panel A = Option buttons B = Spin speed button C = Display D = Delay start button E = START/PAUSE button F = Programme progress display G = Programme selector dial Programme selector dial The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Position at 40°C = Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Position = cold wash Position = reset programme/switching off START/PAUSE button This button has three functions: a) Start After having selected the required programme, press this button to start...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Programme Option buttons Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the START/PAUSE button. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 SPIN SPEED Press this button to reduce the maximum speed of the final speed proposed by the machine for the selected programme or to select option The maximum spin speed for cotton is 1000 rpm, for syn- thetics and wool 900 rpm and for delicates 700 rpm.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Programme progress display By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights corre- sponding to the various phases making up the pro- gramme come on. After the machine has started, only the running phase pilot light stays on.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Cancelling a programme To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selector dial to the RESET O position. Warning! After a programme which ends with water in the drum (RINSE HOLD the DRAIN programme “C”. Altering a programme which is running To alter a programme, first set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewash or soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and care labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). •...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Preparing the wash cycle Weight of laundry Bathrobes Work shirts Quilt covers Sheets Blouses Hand towels Tea towels Shirts Pillowcases Night-gowns/Pyjamas Tablecloths Underwear Types of fabric and care labels The labels on garments help you to select the most suitable wash pro- gramme.
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132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Preparing the wash cycle Delicates Microfibres, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols require a very gentle treatment. The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are par- ticularly sensitive to machine washing.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives Which detergent and additive? Use only detergents and additives for washing machines. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. How much detergent? The quantity depends on: • the load: if the manufacturer does not provide any indications on the amount of detergent for small loads, use about one third less than the suggested amount for half loads and half the amount for very small loads;...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 How to wash Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as evenly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additive Pull the drawer out till it stops. Pour the main wash detergent into compart-...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 How to wash Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial to the desired position: the lights corresponding to the different phases making up the selected programme light on. The display shows the duration of the programme.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 EXTRA RINSE This appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people with a very delicate skin (allergic to detergents) it may be necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water (extra rinse). The extra rinse is available only with the cotton, synthetics or delicate programme.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 How to wash Starting the programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Press START/PAUSE to start the programme. If the Delay Start option has been selected the programme will start at the end of the count- down.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. A zero appears on the display. An acoustic signal is clearly audible. The END light comes on in the pro- gramme progress display.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Programme chart Wash programmes Wash Temp. programme White Cottons 95°-60° Whites 60° ECONOMY 60°-50° Coloured 40°-30° cottons COLD 60°-50° Synthetics 40° COLD 40°-30° Delicates COLD 40°-30 Wool COLD In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicat- ed on the energy label refer to the 60°C wash programme for cotton with a load of 4 kg.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Programme chart Special programmes Descrip- Programme tion This pro- gramme can be used for Gentle rinsing hand rinses washed gar- ments. Hand washed garments to Softeners be starched or softened. For emptying out the last rinse water in Drain programmes with the Rinse...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a lit- tle to let it dry. Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate. If the machine is not used for a prolonged period: Close the water tap and unplug the appliance.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Cleaning and maintenance Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold. Drain filter The drain filter collects threads and small objects inadvertently left in the laundry.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Cleaning and maintenance Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged (pump is blocked, filter or drain pipe are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine: • pull out the plug from the power socket; •...
E40: door open (phase light Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, con- tact your local AEG Service Force Centre. Problem The machine does not work...
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132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Something not working? Problem The machine does not fill The machine fills then empties immediately The machine does not empty and/or does not spin There is water on the floor Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Possible cause The water tap is closed (E10). Open the water tap. The water inlet hose is Check the whole length of the squashed or kinked (E10).
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132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Problem The machine vibrates or is noisy The door will not open Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Possible cause The transit bolts have Check that the machine not been removed. has been unpacked as described in the Installation section.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Something not working? Unsatisfactory washing results If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. •...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Technical data Height x Width x Depth Depth with door opened Height adjustment Load (depending on programme) Drum speed during washing Drum speed during spinning Water pressure This appliance complies with the following EC directives: 73/23/EEC of 19.2.1973 “Low voltage directive”, including directive 93 / 68 / EEC 89/336/EEC of 3.5.1989 “Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive”.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Service In the section “Something not working?” some problems that can be solved by yourself are listed. Read this section in the event of problems. If you are not able to find a solution, contact the Service centre. (Addresses and telephone numbers are given on the enclosed leaflet).
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Instructions for installation and electrical connection Safety instructions for the installer • This appliance is heavy, care should be taken when moving it. • When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the retailer. •...
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli- ance. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Installation Positioning 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 putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways: Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine. In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying.
132996650.qxd 26/09/01 14.30 Installation 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 current electrical regulations.
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