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ÖKO-LAVAMAT LAVALOGIC 1600 update The environmentally friendly washing machine User information ...

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2 Dear Customer, Please read this instruction book carefully. Above all, please observe the “safety” section on the first few pages. Please retain this instruction book for later reference. Pass them on to any subsequent owners of the appliance...

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3 Contents Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . ...

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4 Performing a wash cycle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Opening and closing the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Loading the washing . . . . . . . ...

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5 Installation and connection instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Installation Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Installation of the appliance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

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6 Operating Instructions 1 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 ...

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7 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 child...

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8 2 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 foll...

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9 Switching on the appliance for the first time – setting the language When switching on the appliance for the first time you must set the language in which you want the indicators in the display to appear. 1. Turn the appliance on by pressing...

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10 Description of appliance Front view Drawer for detergent and conditioner Drawer for detergent and conditioner Door Screw feet (height adjustable); rear left: automatic adjustment foot Control panel with display Drain pump cover Rating pl...

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11 Control panel with display Indicators in the display Information panel LINEN/EASY-C. 60°C 1600 RPM 10:17-12:16 F î START LINEN/EASY-C.) 60° ENERGY SAVING COTTONS 1600 DELICATES OPTIONS WOOLLENS H Buttons Control knobDisplay LINEN/EASY...

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12 Main control features This chapter describes how to set a large number of functions and com- bine them with each other using only a few control elements (1 control knob and 4 buttons). This simple control method is made easy thanks to the intera...

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13 Navigation display The functions are detailed over levels and pages within the washing machine dis- play. One level can include a number of pages. You can see from the navi- gation display which level and page you are currently on (here: l...

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14 Buttons and levels Using the buttons you can: – select the option that is next to the button on the right, e.g. START; – change settings, e.g. tem- perature; – change to another display level, e.g. using the OP- TIONS button. 1. Level: ...

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15 3. Level: EXTRAS ì (3rd level, page 1 of 2) On this level you can set var- ious basic settings. These ba- sic settings will not be cancelled when you switch off the washing machine. These basic settings will re- main active until they are c...

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16 5. Press the OPTIONS button. 6. Use the control knob to highlight the STAIN option. 7. Press the SELECT button. A tick will appear on the right next to STAIN. The op- tion has been activated. F will appear in the symbol row. 3 Please ref...

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17 Overview of functions Programmes (Level 1) Wash programmes LINEN/EASY-CARE Wash programme (20 °C to 60 °C) for cottons/ coloureds (cotton/linen), easy-care (mixed fab- rics, e.g. cotton/polyester) and synthetics. The ap- pliance adjusts the pr...

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18 LINGERIE Gentle wash programme which washes at 40 °C for fine and delicate fabrics. Important: Place padded lingerie in a washing net or bag. 40°-60° MIX Programme for coloureds when various wash temperatures are indicat- ed for the items to b...

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19 DRAIN Draining of water following a rinse hold (without spinning). 3 Rinse hold means: The washing is left to soak in the final rinse water; it is not spun. Options (level 2) Use the OPTIONS button to switch to the second level. Here you can ...

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20 SENSITIVE S A special additional function with considerably more effective rinse function (additional rinse cycle) an improved fabric care at the same time (reduced drum movement). This is ideal when frequent washes are necessary, for example i...

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21 RINSE+ P The washing machine is set such that its water con- sumption is extremely eco- nomical. For people with allergies and in areas where the water is very soft, it can however be helpful to use more water when rinsing. When you select...

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22 Preparing for a wash cycle Sorting and preparing the washing • Sort the washing according to care symbols (see Section "Types of washing and care symbols"). • Empty out the pockets. • Remove metal objects (such as paper clips, saf...

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23 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 care symbols. The tempera- tures indicated on the care symbols are the maximum wash tempera- tures. Co...

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24 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 qu...

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25 Before the first wash Setting the time You should set the time prior to the first wash and when changing to and from daylight savings time. 1. Press the control knob. The appliance is switched on. 2. Press the OPTIONS button. 3. Press the...

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26 Carrying out a wash programme prior to first use Prior to washing your first load, carry out a wash cycle without wash- ing (LINEN/EASY-C. 60°, with half the amount of detergent). This will remove residues remaining as a result of the production ...

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27 Performing a wash cycle Opening and closing the door • To open: pull the handle on the door. • To close: firmly push the door shut 3 If the O symbol is showing in the display, the door can be opened. If the N symbol is showing in the display,...

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28 Adding detergents/conditioners 3 For instructions on the use of detergents and conditioners, please see the section “Detergents and conditioners”. 1. Open the detergent drawer: close your fingers around the flap at the bottom of the drawer ...

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29 3 If using liquid detergents/tablets: Add the liquid detergent or tablets using the measuring container pro- vided by the detergent manufacturer. Follow the instructions on the detergent packaging. Setting a wash programme 1. Press the control ...

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30 Set the options, e.g. DELAY START This option allows the start time for a wash programme to be delayed from 30 minutes to a maximum of 23.5 hours. 1. Press the OPTIONS button. 2. Use the control knob to highlight the DELAY START option. 3....

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31 Starting a wash programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. After you have set the wash programme and any options, press the START button. The wash programme will start. 3 Approx. 30 seconds after the washing machine is switched on or...

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32 Wash programme progress Each current stage of the programme is shown in the display during the wash pro- gramme, e.g. main wash, and a bar showing the pro- gramme progress. The N symbol is displayed as the programme progresses: the loadi...

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33 When the wash programme is complete When a wash programme is complete, PLEASE TAKE OUT THE CLOTHES will appear in the display. 3 If you do not press any buttons or press the control knob within three minutes of the programme finishing, the wash...

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34 3. Press the START button. – If short spin is selected the water will be drained and the washing gently spun. – If drain is selected the water will be drained (without being spun). Unloading the washing If the O§symbol is shown in the d...

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35 MEMORY Saving a programme setting The MEMORY basic setting can be used to save frequently-used pro- gramme combinations (wash programme, temperature, spin speed and option/s). There are four memory cells available for this purpose. The saved pr...

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36 If MEMORY is highlighted: 8. Press the SELECT button. If MEMORY 1 is highlighted: 9. Press the SAVE button. The programme setting has now been saved. 10. Press the BACK button three times. You are now on the first level again. 3 The s...

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37 Cancelling a saved programme setting 1. Press the OPTIONS button. 2. Press the EXTRAS button. If MEMORY is highlighted: 3. Press the SELECT button. 4. Use the control knob to highlight MEMORY 1. 5. Press the CLEAR button. The saved progra...

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38 Changing the language You can change the language setting if you would like the indicators in the display to appear in a different language. 1. Press the control knob. The appliance is switched on. 2. Press the OPTIONS button. 3. Press the...

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39 6. Use the control knob to highlight the desired lan- guage, e.g. English. As soon as the language is highlighted, the indicators in the display will change to this language. 7. Use the SELECT button to save the selected language. All in...

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40 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 dete...

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41 7. Use a brush to clean the entire compartment area of the washing machine, particularly also the noz- zles on the top side of the com- partment. 8. Set the detergent dispensing draw- er into the guide tracks and push it in. Washing Machine Dr...

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42 What to do if... Remedying a malfunction In the event of a malfunction, try to rectify the problem yourself with the aid of the instructions provided here. If you request a visit from customer service to remedy one of the malfunctions listed her...

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43 The wash programme will not begin after the START button was pressed. ATTENTION / PLEASE CLOSE THE DOOR is showing in the display. The door is not closed prop- erly. Close the door - there should be an audible click. Press the START button...

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44 Water is running out from under the wash- ing machine. The threaded inlet hose fit- ting is leaking. Screw the inlet hose in firmly. The outlet hose is leaking. Check the outlet hose and replace if necessary. The drain pump cover is not closed...

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45 The display goes out while a wash pro- gramme is running. A power failure has occurred. For reasons related to safety, the filling door will remain locked for approx. 4 minutes. As soon as the power failure is over the wash programme will con...

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46 The washing has not been spun thoroughly and water remains visi- ble in the drum. ATTENTION CD 2 / PLEASE CHECK THE WATER DRAINAGE is showing in the display. The outlet hose is kinked. Straighten the hose. The maximum pump height (outlet hei...

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47 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...

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48 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 empt...

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49 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 ...

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50 5. Replace the pump cover. Laterally insert the webs on the cover into the guide slots and screw on the cover in a clockwise direction. 6. Close the emergency emptying hose and place it in the holder. 7. Close the flap. Anti-flood Aqua Con- ...

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51 Child Safety Feature If the child safety feature is set, the door cannot be closed and no washing programme can be start- ed. Setting the child safety feature Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the door clock- wise as far as ...

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52 Consumption values and load sizes Consumption values The values for selected programmes provided in the following table were determined under normal conditions. As well as being dependent on the settings selected (additional functions), the cons...

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53 Load sizes Wash programme Type of fabric Load size in kg 1) 1) The load size is determined in accordance with EN 60 456 standard load. LINEN/EASY-C. Cotton 6 LINEN/EASY-C. Synthetics 3 ENERGY SAVING Cotton 6 COTTONS Cotton 6 DELICATES Synthetics 3...

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54 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 co...

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55 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...

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56 2. Pull both hose holders off the ap- pliance with a strong pull. 3 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. Cov...

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57 Installation-Site preparation • The installation surface must be clean, dry and level. Do not install on a deep pile carpet. • Minor unevenness of the floor surface should never be levelled out by laying pieces of wood, card or similar mater...

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58 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 15mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor ...

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59 Electrical Connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. 1 WARNING – THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should these ...

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60 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 3mm between the switch contacts and of a type suita...

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61 Water connection 3 The washing machine is provided with safety devices preventing back- contamination of the water supply and complies with local water au- thority requirements. This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home�...

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62 Inlet Hose Connection A pressure hose 1.5m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by your local Serv- ice Force Centre is permissible. – ...

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63 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 ensur...

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64 Pump head of greater than 1m Every washing machine includes a wash water pump for the removal of wash and rinse water, which can pump fluids through the outlet hose up to a height of 1m, measured from the surface on which the machine stands. Fo...

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65 Technical data Dimensions (dimensions in mm) Height Adjustment approx. +10 / -5mm Load (depending on the programme) max. 6kg Area of use Domestic Drum speed, spinning see rating plate Water pressure 1-10bar (=10-100 N/cm 2 = 0.1-1.0 Mpa) ...

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66 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 mater...

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70 Index A Aqua Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 50 Automatic adjustment foot. . . . . . . . . . 10 , 58 C Child safety feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43, 51 Coloureds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17 ...

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71 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 coveri...

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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, wa...