Summary of Contents for AEG LAVAMAT TRIATHLON 60820
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132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) LAVAMAT L 60820 LAVAMAT TRIATHLON Der umweltschonende Waschvollautomat The environmentally friendly washing machine Benutzerinformation Instruction booklet...
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132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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 recommend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners.
11/07/01 15.30 Safety instructions The safety of AEG appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manu- facturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes. General safety •...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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 700, 600 or 400 rpm. (L 60820) or to 1000, 900, 700 or 400 r.p.m.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Description of the appliance Front view Detergent drawer Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Control panel Adjustable feet Door Drain filter...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Description of the appliance 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Position “Fácil a engomar” 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 FRIO = cold wash START/PAUSE button (ARRANQUE/PAUSA) This button has three functions:...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 By depressing at the same time buttons PRÉ-LAVAGEM and TRATAMEN- TO DAS NÓDOAS the acoustic signal at the end of programme is switched off. 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 STOP-NÃO ESGOTA (RINSE HOLD).
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) Description of the appliance Programme progress display By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights corresponding to the various phases making up the programme come on. After the machine has started, only the run- ning phase pilot light stays on.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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 option), turn the selector dial first to O and then to the DRAIN programme DESCARGA.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.). •...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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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132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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;...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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 additives Pull the drawer out till it stops. Pour the main wash detergent into compartment...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 How to wash Select 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 The display shows the duration of the programme. Select the desired options depending on the degree of soil of the laundry.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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 countdown. If the door light ÓCULO is red and flashing at the start of the pro- gramme it indicates that the door is open.
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132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Pagina (Nero/Process Black pellicola) How to wash If the light SOBREDOSAGEM (OVERDOSAGE) comes on it indicates that too much detergent has been used. At the next wash carefully follow the detergent manufacturer’s instructions. Measure out detergent according to amount, type, degree of soil of fabrics and water hardness.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Programme chart Special programmes Descrip- Programme tion This pro- ENXAGUA- gramme can MENTOS be used for Gentle rinsing hand rinses washed gar- ments. Hand washed AMACIA- garments to be starched Softeners or softened. For emptying out the last rinse water in DESCARGA Drain...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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 LAVAGEM is on) Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. Problem The machine does not work...
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132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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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132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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. •...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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”.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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).
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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. •...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 Installation Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by car- pets, rugs etc. • Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating. •...
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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 can- not come unhooked when the machine is emptying.
132996510.qxd 11/07/01 15.30 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.