Washing System; Definition Of The Washing Cycle - Electrolux Diva Service Manual

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WASHING SYSTEM

The washing system is of the traditional type in which the
mechanical washing action is provided by the rotation of the
washing pump. The pump ducts the water into the hydraulic
circuit, thus actioning both spray arms simultaneously.
In order to obtain the washing result, the system also requires
features such as heating of the water, change of the water,
introduction of detergent and rinse-aid etc.. All these functions
are included in the washing cycle.

5.1 DEFINITION OF THE WASHING CYCLE

The various washing cycles are known by commercial descriptions such as:- Vigorous, Normal, Short,
etc.
At design level, the cycles are based on a series of "washing phases" comprising Pre-wash, Wash,
Rinses and Drying.
Each of these phases includes a number of "phase cycles" which determine the execution of the
washing cycle in a logical sequence.
Each phase in the operation of the appliance has a pre-determined duration and temperature, though
these can be modified using the supplementary keys to create different cycles.
In other words, the functions performed during the washing cycle are variable according to the cycles
defined.
For further details regarding the definition of the washing cycles, refer to the specific Service Notes for
each model.
Basic progressive composition of the phases of the washing cycle
WASHING
PHASES
PRE-WASH
WASH
1st RINSE
2nd RINSE
3rd RINSE
DRYING
STOP
(*) The variable functions are optional, and are controlled by supplementary keys or by direct wiring
connections according to the requirements of the specific market.
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Phase cycles Phase functions
Fill/Drain
Fill Wait for pressure switch
Washing
Heating Wait for temperature
Drain
Fill Wait for pressure switch
Washing
Heating Wait for temperature
Drain
Fill Wait for pressure switch
Washing
Drain
Fill Wait for pressure switch
Wash
Drain
Fill Wait for pressure switch
Wash
Heating Wait for temperature
Drain
Pause
Fan
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Complementary (*) Variable
functions functions
Resin washing
(0º
Detergent
(50º
(skip phase)
Rinse-aid (50º
Regeneration
(if featured)
> 50ºC)
> 65ºC)
> 65ºC)
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