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WA GLE S7000

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  • Page 1 User manual Wasching machine WA GLE S7000...
  • 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. You find some examples on the cover in this manual.
  • Page 4 The following symbols are used in this manual: Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to avoid damaging the appliance General information and tips Environmental information...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Contents Instruction for the user Safety information 8-10 Product description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel First use Personalization Acoustic signals Child safety lock Daily use Load the laundry Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener Select the required programme Select the spin speed or the Rinse Hold option Programm option button Select the Prewash option...
  • Page 6 Contents Opening the door after the programme has started At the end of the programme Washing programmes 22-23 Programme informations Preparing the wash cycle 25-29 Sorting out the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives Quantity of detergent to be used Degrees of water hardness...
  • Page 7 Contents Consumption value Installation 42-46 Unpacking Positioning and levelling Water inlet 43-44 Water-stop device Water drainage 44-45 Electrical connection Permanent connection Environment concerns Packaging materials Old machine Ecological hints...
  • Page 8: Instruction For The User

    Instruction for the user Safety information Prior to using for the first time The safety of ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards ● and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.
  • Page 9 Safety information Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or ● pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum. Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material ●...
  • Page 10: Safety Information

    Safety information Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user manual. ● Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are ● fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass before washing.
  • Page 11: Product Description

    Product description Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The E E C C O O v v a a l l v v e e system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption therefore saving energy.
  • Page 12: Control Panel

    Control panel Control panel Programme selector dial «Time saving» button (Zeitsparen - Temps) Spin reduction button (U/MIN. - Essorage) Display (Laufzeit - Temps restant) «Prewash» button (Vorwäsche - «Start/Pause» button (Start/Pause - Prélavage) Départ/Pause) «Stain» button (Flecken - Taches) «Delay Start» button (Zeitvorwahl - Départ différé) «Sensitive»...
  • Page 13: Personalization

    Personalization Acoustic signals The machine is provided of an acoustic device, which sounds in the following cases: at the end of the cycle ● in the event of operating problems ● By pressing the «Prewash» and «Stain» buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is deactivated (except for the events of operating problems).
  • Page 14: Daily Use

    Daily Use Load the laundry 1. Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. 2. Close the door firmly. You must hear a click during closing.
  • Page 15: Select The Required Programme

    Select the required programme You can choose the right programme for any type of laundry following the descriptions on the washing programme tables (see Washing Programmes). Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses) and the washing temperature according to the type of laundry.
  • Page 16: Programm Option Button

    Programme option button Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the Start/Pause button. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out. If an incorrect option is selected, the integrated yellow pilot light of the Start/Pause button flashes for 3 times and the Err message appears on the display for some seconds.
  • Page 17: Select The Time Saving Option

    Select the Time Saving option This option allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed by the washing machine. Daily: by pressing this button once, the relative pilot light comes on and the washing duration will be reduced to wash daily soiled laundry. On the display will be visualized the decreased washing time.
  • Page 18: Display

    Incorrect option selection If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message Err is displayed for about 2 seconds and the yellow Start/Pause light start flashing. Alarm codes In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example (see paragraph «Something not working»).
  • Page 19: Select The Delay Start

    Select the Delay Start Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press the Delay Start button repeatedly, to select the desired delay. The selected delay time value (up to 20 hours) will appear on the display for about 3 seconds, then the duration of the programme will appear again.
  • Page 20: Programme Progress Display

    Programme progress display After having pressed the Start/Pause button, the «washing» (Waschen/Lavage) pilot lights comes on. When the pilot light «washing» comes on this means that the machine is performing the washing cycle. The «Door» (Tür/Porte) pilot light indicates if the door can be opened: light on: the door cannot be opened.
  • Page 21: Cancelling A Programme

    Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to O to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select a new programme. Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the Start/Pause button. If the «Door» light goes off, the door can be opened.
  • Page 22: Washing Programmes

    Washing programmes Washing programmes P P r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e / / D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n o o f f T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y O O p p t t i i o o n n s s T T e e m m p p e e r r a a t t u u r r e e...
  • Page 23: Washing Programmes

    Washing programmes Washing programmes P P r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e / / D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n o o f f T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y O O p p t t i i o o n n s s T T e e m m p p e e r r a a t t u u r r e e...
  • Page 24: Programme Informations

    Programme informations Programme informations Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is Easy Iron easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional rinses. Washing programme for machine washable wool Wool well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics (Handwash) with the “hand washing”...
  • Page 25: Preparing The Wash Cycle

    Preparing the wash cycle Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Temperatures for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, 95°...
  • Page 26: Maximum Loads

    Preparing the wash cycle Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy.
  • Page 27: Removing Stains

    Preparing the wash cycle Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water.
  • Page 28: Detergents And Additives

    Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling.
  • Page 29: Degrees Of Water Hardness

    Preparing the wash cycle Degrees of water hardness Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. Note: A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of hardness (from degree of hardness II).
  • Page 30: International Wash Code Symbols

    International wash code symbols International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash temperature temperature temperature temperature 95°C 60°C...
  • Page 31: Care And Cleaning

    Care and cleaning Care and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine.
  • Page 32: Washing Drum

    Care and cleaning 2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 3. Clean all parts with water. 4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. 5. Clean all parts of the washing ma- chine, especially the nozzles in the top of the washing-in chamber, with a brush.
  • Page 33: Drain Pump

    Care and cleaning Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if • the machine does not empty and/or spin • the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump. Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 34: Water Inlet Filter

    Care and cleaning 8. Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. 9. Screw the pump fully in. 10. Close the pump door. Warning! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump.
  • Page 35: Frost Precautions

    Care and cleaning 6. clean the pump if necessary as previously described; 7. replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; 8. screw the pump again and close the door. Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 36: Something Not Working

    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 Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. During machine operation it is possible that the yellow Start/Pause pilot light flashes, one of the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the same some acoustic signals sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is not working:...
  • Page 37 Something not working Problem Possible cause/Solution The end of the drain hose is too low. The machine fills then empties • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» immediately: section. The drain hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the drain hose connection. The drain pump is clogged.
  • Page 38 Something not working Problem Cause possible/Solution The programme is still running. • Wait the end of the washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. The door will not open: • Wait until the «Door» light goes off. There is water in the drum. •...
  • Page 39: Techinical Data

    Technical data Techinical Data Width 60 cm Height 85 cm Dimensions Depth 63 cm (door included) Electrical connection Voltage - Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating Overall power - Fuse plate on the inner edge of the appliance door Minimum 0,05 MPa Water supply pressure...
  • Page 40: Consumption Value

    Consumption value Consumption value Water consumption Energy consumption Programme duration Programme (in litres) (in kWh) (in minutes) 95° White Cottons 60° Cottons 60° 1.19 Eco (*) 40° 0.77 Cottons 60° 1.05 Synthetics 40° Delicates 40° Wool (Handwash) The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature.
  • Page 41: Installation Unpacking

    Installation Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom.
  • Page 42 Installation 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C. 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C. Slide out the relevant plastic spacer E. 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted with the adhesive tape on the door seal.
  • Page 43: Positioning And Levelling

    Installation Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating. Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.
  • Page 44: Water-Stop Device

    Installation 3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. The inlet hose must not be lengthened.
  • Page 45: Electrical Connection

    Installation Important! The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply.
  • Page 46: Environment Concerns

    Environment concerns Environment concerns Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
  • Page 48 ANC number: 132 962 330-00-252008...

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