Electrolux EW 1000 I Instruction Manual
Electrolux EW 1000 I Instruction Manual

Electrolux EW 1000 I Instruction Manual

Electrolux instruction manual compact washer ew 1000 i

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  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Electrolux Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine Electrolux spare parts.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents For the User Important Safety Information Your New Washing Machine Description of the Appliance Detergent dispenser drawer The Control Panel Operating sequence Washing 4.5 kg of white cotton at 95°C Load the laundry Measure out the detergent Measure out the fabric softener Select the required option Select the required programme Start the machine...
  • Page 4: Your New Washing Machine

    Your New Washing Machine Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Automatic cooling of the wash water to 60°C before draining, with the 95°C programme. This reduces thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing.
  • Page 5: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 “Mains-on” light 4 ON/OFF button 5 “Option” buttons 6 Programme selector dial 7 Door opening handle 8 Filter 9 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener...
  • Page 6: The Control Panel

    The Control Panel 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Mains-on light This light illuminates when the machine starts working and goes out when the ON/OFF button is released. 3 ON/OFF button By depressing this button the machine starts operating. When depressing it again, the machine stops. The push button is provided with a child-proof safety lock.
  • Page 7: Operating Sequence

    Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine.
  • Page 8: Start The Machine

    6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed. Depress the ON/OFF button: the mains-on light will illuminate and the machine starts operating.
  • Page 9: Washing 2 Kg Of Mixed Fabrics At 50°C

    WASHING 2 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50°C Suppose you have 2 kg of Mixed fabrics to wash. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature. 1. Load the laundry Open the door by pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible.
  • Page 10: At The End Of The Programme

    7. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. If you have depressed the Rinse Hold Button , the machine will stop with the water left in the tub, to prevent the fabric from creasing. To drain the water and gently spin the clothes, release the same button.
  • Page 11: Washing Hints

    Washing Hints Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance. The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide: 1000g = 1 kg Sheet Pillow case Tablecloth Serviette Tea towel Linen hand towel...
  • Page 12: Which Detergent

    * If you use a dosing device in a washer dryer, please ensure the dosing device/ball is removed before carrying out a drying programme.
  • Page 13: Wash Care Symbols

    Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine.
  • Page 14: Programmes For Cotton And Linen

    Washing Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen Degree of soil Wash programme and type of laundry White cotton, for WHITES example heavy soiled WITH work garments, sheets, household linen, PREWASH underwear, towels. White cotton, for WHITES example normally soiled WITHOUT work garments, sheets, PREWASH household linen,...
  • Page 15: Programmes: Synthetics, Mixed Fabrics, Delicates, Wool

    Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics, mixed fabrics, delicates and wool Degree of soil Wash programme and type of laundry Synthetic or mixed fabrics, underwear, coloured garments, SYNTHETICS non-shrink shirts, blouses. Synthetic fabrics, WORN underwear, shirts, ONCE blouses. Separate spin for synthetics, mixed SHORT SPIN fabrics, delicates and...
  • Page 16: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine.
  • Page 17: The Dangers Of Freezing

    Unscrew and remove the filter. Clean carefully under a fast running tap. Warning When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the filter. Never remove the filter during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty.
  • Page 18: Something Not Working

    Something Not Working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. IMPORTANT: if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.
  • Page 19: Service And Spare Parts

    Service & Spare Parts In the event of your appliance requiring service, or if you wish to purchase spare parts, please contact your local Electrolux Service Force Centre by telephoning: 0870 5 929929 Your telephone call will be automatically routed to the Service Force Centre covering your post code area.
  • Page 20: Guarantee Conditions

    Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux, undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of the purchase, this Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option,...
  • Page 21: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
  • Page 22: Unpacking

    Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use in case the machine is to be transported again. Using a spanner unscrew and remove the rear right bolt. Lay the machine gently on its back, making sure that the hoses are not squashed.
  • Page 23: Water Inlet

    Water inlet The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded, blue for cold and red for hot. Connect the hoase to a tap with a 3/4” thread. If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to a cold water outlet by means of a «Y»...
  • Page 24: Levelling

    If you intend the drain hose to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U-Piece” supplied. Important Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.
  • Page 25: Electrical Connection

    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 this safety measure not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance’s rating plate.
  • Page 26: Building-In

    Building-in This appliance has been designed to be built into the kitchen furniture. The recess should have the dimensions shown in picture Preparation and assembly of the door The machine is originally pre-arranged for the assembly of a door opening from right to left. In this case it is sufficient to screw in the hinges (1) and the counter-magnet (6) provided with the appliance, at the right level (Fig.
  • Page 27 Recommendations regarding the construction and fitting of a base when the installation requires an integrated appliance to be raised Where the appliance has been raised by mounting onto a wooden base provided by the installer. The material used to construct the base should have a non slip surface, be water repellent and if possible be one solid piece.

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