AEG OKO-LAVAMAT 76669 update User Information

AEG OKO-LAVAMAT 76669 update User Information

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  • Page 1 ÖKO-LAVAMAT 76669 update The environmentally friendly washing machine User information...
  • Page 2 Dear Customer, Please read this instruction book carefully before using the appliance. Please ensure you fully understand the safety instructions on the first pages of this instruction book. Retain the instruction book for future reference, and pass it on to any future owners.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Operating Instructions Safety ............Disposal .
  • Page 4 Programme tables ..........27 Washing .
  • Page 5 Electrical Connection ......... . 46 Water connection .
  • Page 6: Operating Instructions

    Operating Instructions Operating Instructions Safety The safety features of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law. However, we also consider it our obligation as a manufacturer to inform you about the following safety information. Prior to initial start-up •...
  • Page 7: Child Safety

    Child Safety • Packaging materials (e.g. films, styrofoam) can be dangerous for chil- dren. There is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging well away from children. • This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance.
  • Page 8: Disposal

    Operating Instructions Disposal Packaging Dispose of the packaging material correctly. All packaging materials used are environmentally friendly and can be disposed of without any danger to the environment. • Plastic parts can be recycled and are identified as follows: for polyethylene, e.g. the outer covering and the bags in >PE<...
  • Page 9: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance Front view Detergent dispenser drawer Screw feet (height-adjustable) Detergent dispenser drawer Main wash detergent in powder form and water softening agent if required Stain removers Operating Instructions Control panel Rating plate (behind door) Main door Flap in front of drain pump Pre-wash detergent/ soaking agent or...
  • Page 10: Control Panel

    Operating Instructions Control panel Spin speed / RINSE HOLD button Programme op- tion buttons Multi-display Programme selector The programme selector is used to select the type of wash cycle (e.g. level of water, drum move- ment, number of rinse cycles, spin speed) according to the type of washing.
  • Page 11 COTTONS/LINEN Main cycle for whites/coloureds (cotton/linen) at 30 °C to 95 °C. ENERGY SAVING position: Energy saving programme at approx. 67 °C for lightly to normally soiled cottons, increased wash period (not able to be used together with TIME SAVING or STAIN). 40 - 60 MIX position: Programme for cottons/linen, which is indi- cated for various wash temperatures.
  • Page 12: Additional Programme Buttons

    Operating Instructions SHORT SPIN Draining the water following a rinse hold and gentle spinning or sepa- rate spinning of delicate textiles (easy-care washing, delicates, wool). Additional programme buttons The additional programme buttons are used to ad- just the wash programme to the degree of soiling of the washing.
  • Page 13: Consumption Data

    Consumption data The values given in the following table for selected programmes were calculated under standard conditions. They provide a useful guide for operation in the home. Programme selector/ temperature COTTONS/LINEN 95 COTTONS/LINEN 60 COTTONS/LINEN 40 EASY-CARES 40 DELICATES 30 WOOL/SILK/P (hand wash) 30 1) Note: The selected programme is tested in accordance with EN 60 456.
  • Page 14: What Does Update Mean

    Operating Instructions What does UPDATE mean? The control system of your machine is fully electronic. The software which determines this control system can be reprogrammed. If a fur- ther improvement to washing technology is introduced by AEG then your machine can be updated. The cost of the update will be advised at the time of the request.
  • Page 15: Preparing A Wash Load

    Preparing a Wash Load Sorting and preparing a wash load • Sort washing according to the care symbol and type (see "Washing types and care symbols"). • Empty all pockets. • Remove metal objects (paper clips, safety pins etc.). • In order to prevent bunching up of washing and damage to washing, close zippers, button up duvet covers and pillow cases, and tie up loose straps such as from aprons.
  • Page 16: Types Of Washing And Care Symbols

    Operating Instructions Types of Washing and Care Symbols Care symbols help you to choose the correct wash programme. Washing should be sorted by type, and according to their care symbols. The temperature indicated on the care symbol is the maximum wash temperature.
  • Page 17: Detergent And Conditioners

    Detergent and Conditioners Which detergent and conditioners? Only use detergents and conditioners that are suitable for use in wash- ing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. Quantities of detergent and conditioners? The quantity to be used will depend on: • degree of soiling of the washing •...
  • Page 18: Running A Washing Cycle

    Operating Instructions Running a washing cycle Brief instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 1. Set the correct washing programme: – Select the programme and temperature with the programme selector. – Select any programme options if required. 2. If necessary, change the spin speed/select RINSE HOLD. 3.
  • Page 19: Setting The Washing Programme

    Setting the Washing Programme See "Programme tables" for a suitable programme, correct temperature and possible programme options to suit the type of washing. 1. Set the programme selector to the desired washing programme with the desired temperature. The expected duration of the programme selected is displayed in the multi display in minutes.
  • Page 20: Changing The Spin Speed/Selecting The Rinse Hold Function

    Operating Instructions Changing the spin speed/Selecting the rinse hold function If required, change the spin speed for the final spin/select rinse hold: Changing the spin speed Continue pressing the spin speed/RINSE HOLD but- ton until the indicator for the desired spin speed is illuminated.
  • Page 21: Opening And Closing The Door

    Soak time If the SOAKING button is pressed you can use the DELAY TIMER button to increase the soak time by 1 to a maximum of 19 hours. Without the delay timer, the soak time is approx. 1 hour. Opening and closing the door Open: Pull the handle on the door.
  • Page 22: Add Detergent / Conditioner

    Operating Instructions Add detergent / conditioner For instructions concerning detergent and conditioners, see "Detergents and conditioners". 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer. press in the flap on the drawer so as to be able to grasp the handle(1), and pull out the drawer (2).
  • Page 23: Starting A Wash Programme

    Starting a wash programme 1. Ensure that the tap has been turned on. 2. Starting a wash programme: Press the START/PAUSE button The wash programme will start, or starts after the countdown of the time delay set. The door has not been shut properly if, when the START/PAUSE button is pressed, –...
  • Page 24: Washing Programme Progress

    Operating Instructions Washing Programme Progress Programme progress display Prior to the start, the programme steps chosen are displayed by the programme progress display. During the washing programme the current programme step is displayed. Multi-display The expected time remaining (in minutes) to the end of the programme is shown in the multi-display.
  • Page 25: End Of The Wash Cycle/Removing The Washing

    End of the wash cycle/removing the washing After the programme has ended: When a wash programme has ended, END will illuminate in the programme progress display. 3. Open the door. As soon as the DOOR indicator shows green, the door can be opened. 4.
  • Page 26 Operating Instructions If the EASY IRON programme has been selected: For EASY IRON, following the end of the programme an anti-crease phase of approx. 30 minutes is performed. During this time the multi- display shows the time remaining (e.g. 1 minute) and the END display will illuminate.
  • Page 27: Programme Tables

    Programme tables Washing The following list does not describe all the possible settings, only those normally used in everyday use. Type of washing, care symbol Cottons ç Energy saving programme: Cottons ç Linen è ë Easy-cares ê í Delicates ì Wool/silk/hand-wash 9 ì...
  • Page 28: Separate Conditioning/Starching

    Operating Instructions Separate conditioning/starching Type of washing Cottons/linen Separate rinsing Type of washing Cottons/linen Easy-cares Delicates Wool/silk/hand-wash Separate spin Type of washing Cottons/linen Easy-cares Delicates Wool/silk/hand-wash Max. load size Programme selector (dry weight) Max. load size Programme selector (dry weight) Max.
  • Page 29: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning Control panel Important! Do not use household furniture polish or abrasive cleaners to clean panel and operating parts. Wipe over the operating panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water. Detergent Dispenser Drawer The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 1.
  • Page 30: Washing Machine Drum

    Operating Instructions 7. Use a brush to clean the entire compartment area of the washing machine, particularly also the nozzles on the top side of the compartment. 8. Set the detergent dispensing drawer into the guide tracks and push it in. Washing Machine Drum The washing machine drum is made from rust-free stainless steel.
  • Page 31: What To Do If

    What to do if... Trouble Shooting If the appliance is not working correctly, please carry out the following checks before contacting your local AEG Service Force Centre. Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to re- pair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is in guarantee.
  • Page 32 Operating Instructions Problem No water flows. Fault code appears. The washing machine vibrates during opera- tion or is unstable. Excessive foaming dur- ing the main wash. Possible Cause Water tap is closed. Filter in screw connection of the inlet hose is blocked. Water tap is blocked with limescale or is faulty.
  • Page 33 Problem The screw connection on the inlet hose is leaking. The drainage hose is leaking. The washing drain pump cover is not correctly closed. Water runs out from Washing is caught in the under the washing ma- door. chine. The emergency emptying hose is not correctly closed or is leaking.
  • Page 34 Operating Instructions Problem The door cannot be opened when the ap- pliance is switched on. Remnants of detergent are building up in the detergent dispenser drawer. The rinsing water is cloudy. When pressing a pro- gramme option button the corresponding dis- play does not light up.
  • Page 35: If The Washing Results Are Not Satisfactory

    If the washing results are not satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits are present in the drum • Insufficient detergent has been added. • Incorrect detergent was used. • Stains were not pre-treated. • Programme or temperature was not set correctly. •...
  • Page 36: Carrying Out An Emergency Emptying

    Operating Instructions Carrying out an emergency emptying • If the washing machine no longer pumps out the water, emergency emptying must be carried out. • If the washing machine is located in a room in which below freezing temperatures might occur, emergency emptying must be carried out. Furthermore: unscrew the inlet hose from the water tap and drain off the water.
  • Page 37: Drain Pump

    When the water is completely drained: 6. Push the plug securely into the emergency emptying hose and turn it clockwise to secure it. 7. Replace the emergency emptying hose in its holder. 8. Put on the flap and close. Drain pump The drain pump is maintenance free.
  • Page 38 Operating Instructions 5. Replace the pump cover. Laterally insert the webs on the cover into the guide slots and screw on the cover in a clock- wise direction. 6. Close the emergency emptying hose and place it in the holder. 7.
  • Page 39: Additional Rinse (Rinse+)

    Additional Rinse (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 RINSE + is set, an additional rinse cycle is carried out with the COT- TONS/LINEN, EASY CARES/EASY IRON and DELICATES programmes.
  • Page 40: Water Cooling

    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 washing cycle (by adding cold water).
  • Page 41: Child Safety Feature

    Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the door cannot be closed and no washing programme can be started. Setting the child safety feature Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the door clock- wise as far as it will go.
  • Page 42: Installation And Connection Instructions

    Installation and connection instructions Installation and connection instructions Installation Safety Precautions • When moving do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the pos- sibility of the electronic components becoming wet. •...
  • Page 43: Installation Of The Appliance

    Installation of the appliance Transporting the appliance • Do not place the washing machine on its front or on its right hand side (viewed from the front). This is to prevent the possibility of the electronic components becoming wet. • Never transport the unit without the transport packaging and bolts/ bars.
  • Page 44: Installation-Site Preparation

    Installation and connection instructions 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. 4. Cover the hole with the cap C. Important! When fitting the plastic caps, press until they snap into the rear panel securely.
  • Page 45: Installation On A Suspended Floor

    Installation on a Suspended Floor Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel, at least 15 mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws. If possible install the appliance in one of the corners of the room, where the floor is more stable.
  • Page 46: Electrical Connection

    Installation and connection instructions Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed.
  • Page 47: Water Connection

    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.
  • Page 48: Water Pressure

    • If less than 1 bar: Unscrew the inlet hose from the appliance at the inlet solenoid valve and remove the flow regulator (to do this, remove the filter with needle nose pliers and remove the rubber washer be- hind the filter). Replace the filter.
  • Page 49: Inlet Hose Connection

    Inlet Hose Connection A pressure hose of 1.35m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections is permissible, available from AEG Service Force Centres. – Hose sets in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m, and 5m are available for washing machines without Aqua-Control.
  • Page 50: Water Drainage

    Installation and connection instructions Water Drainage The appliance drain hose should hook into a standpipe, the hook in the drain hose is formed using the plastic “U-Piece“ supplied. The standpipe should have an internal diameter of approximately 38 mm (see dia- gram) thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe.
  • Page 51: Pump Head Of Greater Than 1M

    Installation and connection instructions If you intend the drain hose from the washing machine to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hose is not blocked. Use the plastic “U-Piece“ supplied. Important! The end of the drainage hose must not be submerged in the pumped-out water.
  • Page 52: Technical Data

    Installation and connection instructions Technical Data Height adjustment Load (depending on programme) Area of use Drum spin speed Water pressure Dimensions (dimensions in mm) of about +10/-5mm up to 6kg Domestic see Rating Plate 1-10bar (=10–100N/cm = 0.1–1.0MPa)
  • Page 53: Warranty Conditions

    Warranty conditions Great Britain Standard guarantee conditions We, AEG, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this AEG appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion repair or replace the same FREE OF CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that: •...
  • Page 54: Index

    Index Index Adjusting a programme ....10 Child safety feature ....31 Conditioner ....9 Conditioning .
  • Page 55: Service & Spare Parts

    Service & Spare Parts If the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to pur- chase spare parts, please contact Service Force by telephoning: Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area. For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further informa- tion about Service Force, please visit the website at www.serviceforce.co.uk...
  • Page 56 From the Electrolux Group. The world´s No.1 choice. The Electrolux Group is the world´s largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx. USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world.

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