Something Not Working - Electrolux EW 858 F Instruction Booklet

Problems which you can resolve yourself
Problem
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The machine does not start up:
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The machine does not fill:
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The machine fills then empties
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immediately:
The machine does not empty
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and/or does not spin:
There is water on the floor:
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Unsatisfactory washing results:
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SOMETHING NOT WORKING

Possible cause
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Check that the door is firmly closed.
n Check that the machine is plugged in and
that there is power at the socket.
n Check that the main fuse has not blown.
n Check that the programme selector dial is
positioned correctly and the ON/OFF button
depressed.
n Check that the water tap is open.
n Check that water is coming out of the tap.
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Check that the inlet hose is not squashed or
kinked.
n Check that the filter in the inlet hose is not
blocked.
n Check that the door is closed.
n The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to
relevant paragraph in "water drainage"
section.
n Check that the drain hose is not squashed or
kinked.
The ANTI-CREASE
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selected.
n The drain filter is clogged. Clean it.
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Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent
(creates too much foam) has been used.
n Check whether there are any leaks from one
of the inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy
to see this as the water runs down the hose;
check to see if it is damp.
n Check that the drain hose is not damaged.
n Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent
has been used.
n Stubborn stains have not been treated prior
to washing.
n The correct temperature or programme was
not selected.
option has been
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