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ÖKO-LAVAMAT 86740 update e The environmentally friendly washing machine User information...
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Dear Customer, Please read this user information carefully. Pay particular attention to the section "Safety" on the first Info pages. Please keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on to any future owners of the unit. The warning triangle and /or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Impor- tant!) emphasise information which is important for your safety or for the unit's functional reliability.
Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Safety The safety aspects of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, as manufacturers we regard it as our responsibility to inform you about the following safety instructions. Before Using for the First Time •...
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Operating Instructions Safety of Children and Infirm Persons • Packaging materials (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • The appliance is not intendet for use by young children or infirm per- sons without supervision.
Operating Instructions • Allow the washing solution to cool down before performing and emergency emptying of the appliance, before cleaning the solution pump or before an emergency opening of the filling door. • Small animals can chew on power cables and water hoses. This can cause a danger of electric shock and water damage.
Operating Instructions Unit description Front view Drawer for de- tergent and Control panel conditioner Rating plate (behind filling door) Filling door Screw feet (height-adjustable); Flap in front of rear left: Automatic the drain pump adjustment foot Drawer for detergent and care agent Stain removers Pre-wash detergent/ Main wash detergent...
Operating Instructions Control Panel Program progress display Button Spin speed/RINSE HOLD Programme option Programme knob Button DOOR/LIGHT buttons Multi display Button START/ PAUSE Button DELAY TIMER OVERDOSING indicator Programme Selector The programme selector defines the nature of the wash cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) to suit the type of washing, as well as the water tem-...
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Operating Instructions t } (COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES) Wash programme between 20 °C and 95 °C, may be used for all cotton and linen washing (cottons/linen), easy-cares (blended fabrics, e.g., cot- ton/polyester) and synthetics. The wash programme adjusts to suit the various types of fabric and quantities. If there is mostly cotton/linen a suitable cottons/linen programme is carried out;...
Operating Instructions f (FASHION) A particularly gentle special programme at 40 °C for modern fabrics such as viscose, modal, cupro, lyocell, with a gentler wash action than the à (DELICATES) programme, but washing more thoroughly than the hand wash programmes. g (REFRESH) A special programme lasting approx.
Operating Instructions ä (STAIN) For treating heavily soiled or stained washing. (In-wash stain treatment or tablets are washed in from the compartment at the optimal point in the programme cycle.) When s (WOOL)/P (Hand wash) has been set the programme op- tions cannot be selected using the buttons.
Operating Instructions Consumption Values and Wash Times The values given in the following table for selected programmes were calculated under standard conditions. Apart from the settings selected (optional functions), the consumption values also depend on external conditions such as water temperature or the detergent used. They pro- vide a useful guide for operation in the home.
Operating Instructions Wash Time Display The wash times for the wash programmes depend on the usual washing practice and the ambient conditions at the place of in- stallation. The washing type and quantity, the type of washing detergent, the water temperature and the room temperature etc.
Operating Instructions Before the First Wash Run a wash cycle without washing; t } (COTTONS/LINEN, EASY- CARES 95) programme with half the amount of washing detergent. This removes any residues from the drum and solution container which may have been left during manufacturing. Preparing a Wash Load Sorting and preparing a wash load •...
Operating Instructions Washing Types and Care Symbols The care symbols help you choose the correct wash programme. Wash- ing should be sorted according to type and care symbol. The tempera- tures indicated in the care symbols are all maximum temperatures. Cottons ç...
Operating Instructions Detergents and care agents Which detergent and care agent? Use only detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in wash- ing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much detergent and care agent? The required quantity depends upon: •...
Operating Instructions Running a Wash Cycle Brief Instructions A wash cycle consists of the following steps: 1. Set the correct wash programme: – select the programme and temperature using the programme selector – if required, select programme option 2. If required change the spin speed/select o (RINSE HOLD). 3.
Operating Instructions 2. If necessary, press additional programme button(s): The display of the selected additional programme is displayed. – For changing to another selection, press another button. – For resetting, press button again. Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold If necessary, change the spin speed for the final spin/select o (RINSE HOLD): Press the button Spin speed/o (RINSE HOLD)
Operating Instructions Setting the delay timer/soaking time Delay timer The b (DELAY TIMER) button makes it possible to delay the start of a wash programme by 1 to a maximum of 19 hours. 1. Select wash programme. 2. Press b (DELAY TIMER) button. 3.
Operating Instructions Opening and closing the filling door Open: Press the button K/W (DOOR/LIGHT). The filling door springs open. Close: Press the filling door firmly closed. The display K /W (DOOR/LIGHT) indicates when the unit is switched on whether the filling door can be opened: –...
Operating Instructions Add detergent/conditioner For information concerning detergent and conditioners see the section “Detergent and Conditioners”. 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer: grasp the drawer at the flap at the bot- tom (1), and pull out the drawer to its full extent (2).
Operating Instructions Starting the wash program 1. Checking whether the water tap is open. 2. Starting the wash programme: Press the O/s (START/PAUSE) button. The wash programme is started or starts after end of the set delay time. If the K /W (DOOR/LIGHT) display lights up red when pressing the O/s (START/PAUSE) button, then the door is not properly closed.
Operating Instructions Sequence of the programme Programme progress display Before the start, the programme steps to be carried out will be displayed by the Programme sequence display. During the washing cycle, the current programme step is displayed. Multi display The expected remaining wash time (in min- utes) up to the programme end is displayed in the Multi display.
Operating Instructions Wash cycle ended/Remove washing After the wash programme has been ended, L (END) is displayed on the programme cycle display. • If programme < (EASY IRON) has been selected, then a crease guard programme of ca. 30 minutes is carried out after the pro- gramme end.
Operating Instructions Programme Tables Washing Not all the possible settings are listed below - only those which are use- ful and meaningful in everyday use. Type of washing, Max. load Programme selector Possible Care symbols Temperature [in °C] programme options (dry weight) k (PRE WASH) e (SENSITIVE)
Operating Instructions Separate Rinsing/Conditioning/Starching/Soaking Max. load quantity Type of washing Programme selector (dry weight) À (STARCHING) Cottons/Linen À (STARCHING) Wool/ Hand wash + ] (TIME SAVER) button Separate Spin Max. load quantity Type of washing Programme selector (dry weight) Cottons/Linen K (SPIN) Easy-cares 2.5kg...
Operating Instructions Cleaning and Care Control panel Important! Do not use any furniture cleaning agents or aggressive cleaning agents in order to clean panel and control parts. Wipe control panels with a damp cloth. When doing so, use warm wa- ter.
Operating Instructions 7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in section of the washing machine, particularly also the noz- zles on the top side of the rinsing- in chamber. 8. Set the detergent drawer into the guide tracks and push in. Washing Drum The washing drum is made of stainless steel.
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.
Operating Instructions 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 use the Customer Service for one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating error, the Customer Service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even during the warranty period.
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Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause Remedy Remove transport safeguard Transport safeguard has not according to setting up and been removed. connection instructions. The height adjustable Align feet according to threaded feet are not setting up and connection correctly adjusted. instructions. Washing machine vi- There is very little washing in Function is not affected by...
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Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause Remedy Conditioner has not Conditioner insert in the rinsed, compartment compartment for care agent Clean detergent drawer, seat æ for care agent is is not properly placed on or conditioner insert properly. filled with water. is blocked.
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Operating Instructions Problem Possible cause Remedy The reason is probably a de- No negative effect on the Rinse water is cloudy. tergent with a high silicate rinse results; possibly use a content. liquid detergent. When pressing an addi- tional programme but- The selected additional pro- ton, the corresponding gramme cannot be combined...
Operating Instructions If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing has turned grey and if limescale is deposited in the drum, then • Too little detergent was used. • The wrong detergent was used. • Special soiling was not pre-treated. •...
Operating Instructions Carrying out emergency drainage • If the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solution, emergency drainage must be performed. • If the washing machine is in a room where there is a risk of frost, emergency drainage must be performed if there is a possibility of frost.
Operating Instructions When the water is completely drained: 6. Push the plug securely into the emergency drainage hose and turn it clockwise to secure it. 7. Replace the emergency drainage hose in its holder. 8. Put on the flap and close. Emergency unlocking of the door If the filling door can no longer be opened, it can be opened with the aid of the emergency unlocking facility.
Operating Instructions Additional Rinse +Á (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 this function is set, an additional rinse cycle is carried out for the t } (COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES), <(EASY IRON) and Ã...
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 wash cycle (by adding cold water).
Operating Instructions Variomatic Loose Spin A spin function that can be set as an integrated part of the final spin. The washing clings less to the drum wall and can be removed more eas- ily. May be selected with t } (COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARE). Setting loose spin: 1.
Operating Instructions Programme Protection To safeguard a programme setting against unwanted changes (e. g. programme selector turned, option buttons pressed etc.), you can set the programme protection. This prevents your washing being damaged. It is possible to set or cancel the programme protection at any time during a programme.
Operating Instructions Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the filling door can no longer be closed and no washing program 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.
Installation and connection instructions Installation and connection instructions Installation Safety Precautions • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (viewed from the front). Electronic components can get wet. • Check the washing machine for transport damages. A damaged unit must never be put into operation under any circumstances.
Installation and connection instructions Installation of the appliance Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for installing under units. Transporting the appliance • Do not place the washing machine on its front or on its right side (viewed from the front). Otherwise, electrical components can get wet.
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Installation and connection instructions 2. Pull both hose holders off the ap- pliance with a strong pull. 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.
Installation and connection instructions Prepare the installation place • The installation surface must be clean and dry, free of floor polish residues and other greasy coatings so that the unit does not slip away. Do not use lubricants as a sliding aid. •...
Installation and connection instructions Compensate for floor unevenness Automatic adjustment foot: The rear left foot of your washing ma- chine is designed as a spring leg. This means that it guarantees that your unit will stand securely even at high spin speeds. If, nevertheless, the washing machine is unstable during spinning, please proceed as follows: 1.
Installation and connection instructions Electrical connection Details of the mains voltage, current type and required fuses can be found on the rating plate. The ra- ting plate is located at the top above the filling door. For permanent electrical connection within the electrical circuit, provi- sions must be made which allow for electrical disconnection of the ap- pliance from the mains with a contact opening of at least 3 mm at all...
Installation and connection instructions 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. –...
Installation and connection instructions Water drain The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or discharge basin or a bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extensions (max. 3m laid on the floor and then up to 80cm high).
Installation and connection instructions Technical data Adjustment possibility Approx. +10 / -5mm Filling quantity (program-dependent) max. 5kg Area of use Domestic Drum speed, spinning See rating plate Water pressure 1-10 bar (= 10 - 100 N/cm = 0.1 - 1.0 Mpa) Dimensions (dimensions in mm)
Warranty conditions / Customer service centres Warranty conditions / / Customer service centres Weitere Kundendienststellen im Ausland In diesen Ländern gelten die Garantiebedingungen der örtlichen Partner. Diese können dort eingesehen werden. Further after-sales service agencies overseas In these countries our AEG agents’ own guarantee conditions are applicable. Please ob- tain further details direct.
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Warranty conditions / Customer service centres Bahrain/Arabian Gulf Croatia New Zealand A.A. Zayani & Sons Electrolux D.O.O. Euro-Life New Zealand Ltd. P.O. Box 9 32 Suplova 7 Privat Bag Bahrain 10000 Zagreb 58 Symonds Street Tel.: 261060 Tel.: 1 61 19512 Auckland Fax: 1 61 19513 Tel.: (09) 525 2222...
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Warranty conditions / Customer service centres Israel Malaysia Saudi Arabia Electricity & Electronic Arzbergh Engineering Alia Trading Corporation Services-Evis LTD. No. 49A/B, Jalan Petaling P.O. Box 4101 19 Hataasia st. Utama 7 King Abdul Aziz Street Raanana, 4600 Petaling Jaya Riyadh Industrial area 43654 Tel.: 3 795 1084...
Service Service In the chapter "What to do if...“ , some faults are listed which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you do not find any information there, please consult your Customer Service. (You can find the addresses and telephone numbers in the section "Customer Service Centres“.) Always prepare in advance for the discussion.
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