Electrolux EWT 12420 W User Manual

Electrolux EWT 12420 W User Manual

Electrolux washing machine user manual
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  • Page 1 User manual Washing machine EWT 12420 W...
  • Page 2 We were thinking of you when we made this product...
  • Page 3 Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    4 contents Contents Warnings ... 5 Description of the appliance ... 7 Personalisation ... 8 How to run a wash cycle ? ... 9 Washing guide ... 14 Programmes table ... 16 Consumption ... 17 Care and cleaning ... 18 Operating problems ...
  • Page 5: Warnings

    Warnings These warnings are for the safety of you and others around you. Please read these points carefully before installing and using your ap- pliance. Thank you for your atten- tion. Keep this user manual with your ap- pliance. If the appliance is sold or gi- ven to another person, please make sure this user manual is included.
  • Page 6 6 warnings Precautions to be taken against frost If your appliance is exposed to tempera- tures below 0°C, the following precau- tions must be taken : • Close the tap and disconnect the inlet hose. • Place the end of this hose and the drain hose in a basin on the floor.
  • Page 7: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the appliance The control panel Lid handle Filter access cover Lever for moving the appliance Adjustable levelling feet Dispenser box Prewash Wash Softener (do not fill above the MAX symbol The control panel Programme selector Function pushbuttons Display description of the appliance / personalisation 7 “Start/Pause”...
  • Page 8: Personalisation

    8 description of the appliance / personalisation The symbols Time manager Temperature Child safety 8.88 Personalisation Child safety This option provides two types of locking : - if the option is activated after the cycle has started, no changes to the options or programme is possible.
  • Page 9: How To Run A Wash Cycle

    How to run a wash cycle? Using for the first time • Ensure the electrical and water con- nections comply with the installation instructions. • Remove the polystyrene insert and all other items inside the drum. • Run an initial wash cycle at 90°C, without any washing but with deter- gent to clean the water tank.
  • Page 10 10 how to run a wash cycle progress, the appliance will ignore the new selected programme. “Err” flashes “Start/Pause” pushbutton flashes red for a few seconds then the current cycle display reappears. Selecting the temperature Press the “Temperature” pushbutton repeatedly to in- crease or decrease the tem- perature if you want your washing to be washed at a...
  • Page 11 • Temporary : Press the “Rinse plus” pushbutton The option is only active for the selected programme. • Permanent : Hold down the “Spin” and “Rinse plus” pushbuttons for a few se- conds. The option is permanently acti- vated, even if the appliance is switched off.
  • Page 12 12 how to run a wash cycle Lightly soiled laundry Very lightly soiled laundry or half load The availability of these different levels varies depending on the selected pro- gramme type. Start of the programme Press the “Start/Pause” pushbutton to start the cycle ;...
  • Page 13 how to run a wash cycle 13 Turn the programme selector to the “Stop” position Remove washing Unplug and close water inlet tap. We recommend leaving the lid and drum open after use to ventilate the drum and prevent the formation of unpleasant smells.
  • Page 14: Washing Guide

    14 washing guide Washing guide Sorting and preparing the washing • Sort washing by type and care label (refer to International symbols section below) : normal wash for tough fabrics which can withstand intense washing and spinning cycles ; deli- cate wash for delicate fabrics which need to be treated with care.
  • Page 15 You can obtain information on the hard- ness level of water in your area by con- tacting your water company or other competent source. There are no restrictions on the use of powder detergents. Liquid detergents must not be used when a prewash has been selected.
  • Page 16: Programmes Table

    16 programmes table / consumption Programmes table Programme / Type of washing Cottons : White or colour, e.g., normally soiled work clothes, bed linen, table linen, body linen, towels. Synthetics : Synthetic fabrics, body linen, coloured fabrics, non-iron shirts, blouses. Delicates : For all delicate materials, for example, curtains.
  • Page 17: Consumption

    Consumption Programme Washing type Cottons Synthetics Delicates Easy iron Jeans Spin Drain Rinses Lingerie Silk Handwash Wool Sport Eco* * Reference programme for test conforming to CEI 456 standard ( Eco 60° programme) : 46 L / 0,93 kWh / 140 min ** Average figures which can vary depending on conditions of use.
  • Page 18: Care And Cleaning

    18 care and cleaning Care and cleaning Unplug the appliance before cleaning. Descaling the appliance To descale the appliance, use an appro- priate non-corrosive product designed for washing machines. Read product la- bel for recommended amounts and how often descaling should be carried out. The exterior Use warm soapy water to clean the ex- terior of the appliance.
  • Page 19: Operating Problems

    Operating problems Numerous checks were carried out on your appliance before it left the factory. However, should you notice a malfunction, please refer to the sections below before contacting the after-sales service. Problems washing machine doesn’t start or doesn’t fill : appliance fills empties straight away :...
  • Page 20 20 operating problems Problems The appliance vibrates, is noisy : the wash cycle is much too long : washing machine stops during a wash cycle : The lid doesn’t open at the end of the cycle : The E40 error code ap- pears in the display the Start/Pause pushbut- ton flashes red...
  • Page 21 Problems The E10 error code ap- pears in the display** and the Start/Pause pushbut- ton flashes red*** : The EF0 error code ap- pears in the display** and the Start/Pause pushbut- ton flashes red*** : The drainage pump runs constantly, even when the appliance is inactive : Softener runs directly into the drum when filling the...
  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    22 technical specifications / installation Technical specifications DIMENSIONS LINE VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY POWER CONSUMPTION WATER PRESSURE Connection to water supply This appliance conforms to the CEE 89-336 directive concerning the limi- ting of radio-electric interference and the 2006/95/CE directive concer- ning electrical safety.
  • Page 23 Untying technical specifications / installation 23 To install your washing machine at the same level as surrounding furniture, pro- ceed as follows : Water supply Install the supplied water inlet hose at the rear of your washing machine by proceeding as follows (Do not reuse an old hose) : Open the water inlet tap.
  • Page 24 24 technical specifications / installation Drainage - The connector at the end of the flexi- ble hose can be at- tached common types of standpipe. Attach the connec- tor to the standpipe with the hose clamp supplied with the appliance - Fit the U-piece on the drainage hose.
  • Page 25: Environment

    Environment Disposing of the appliance All materials carrying the symbol are recyclable. Dispose of them at a waste collection site (enquire at your local council) for collection and recycling. When disposing of your appliance, re- move all parts which could be dange- rous to others: cut off the power supply cable at the base of the appliance.
  • Page 26: Guarantee

    Standard guarantee conditions We, Electrolux, undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the purchase this Electrolux appliance or any part the- reof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace...
  • Page 27 • The appliance is installed and used in accordance with instructions issued by Electrolux and is only used within the home, i.e. is not used for com- mercial purposes. • The appliance is installed in accor-...
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