AEG LAVAMAT 60640 User Manual

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LAVAMAT 60640/62640 User manual Washing machine 192998381 gb.qxd 9/8/2008 10:11 AM Page 1 ...

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Dear Customer Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. With this appliance you will experience the perfect combination of functional design and cutting edge technology. Convince yourself that our appliances are engineered to deliver...

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Contents Instruction for the user 6 Safety information 6-8 Product description 9 Detergent dispenser drawer 9 Control panel 10 First use 10 Personalization 11 Acoustic signals 11 Child safety lock 11 Daily use 12 Load the laundry 12 Measure out the d...

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Washing programmes 19-20 Programme information 21 Preparing the wash cycle 22 Sorting out the laundry 22 Temperatures 22 Before loading the laundry 22 Maximum loads 23 Laundry weights 23 Removing stains 24 Detergents and additives 25 Quantity of det...

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Installation 39 Unpacking 39 Positioning and levelling 41 Water inlet 41 Water stop-device 42 Water drainage 42 Electrical connection 43 Permanent connection 43 Enviroment concerns 44 Packaging materials 44 Old machine 44 Ecological hints 44 Guarante...

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6 Instruction for the user Safety information Prior to using for the first time ● The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we fe...

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7 ● Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material without hems or torn material. ● Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance. ● Under no circumstances should you atte...

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● 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. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed. ● Garmen...

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9 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash phase used for main wash Compartment for po...

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10 Control panel Control panel First Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum. Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment ...

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11 Use 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 fo...

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12 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 firmly the door. You must hear a click during closing....

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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 se...

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Rinse Hold: by selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. When the programme has finished the display shows a 0 flashing, the pilot lights Door goes on, the Start/Pause light is off and...

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Select the Stain option Select this option to treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended main wash with time optimised stain action phase). The relevant light will light up. This option is not available with a temperature l...

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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,...

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17 Use Programme progress display After having pressed the Start/Pause button, the wash pilot lights comes on. When the pilot light wash comes on this means that the machine is performing the washing cycle. The door pilot light indicates if the do...

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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. The doo...

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* Stain option can be selected only at the temperature of 40°C or higher. ** Time Saving option cannot be selected with 40-60 MIX programme. 19 Washing programmes Washing programmes PPrrooggrraammmmee// TTeemmppeerraattuurree TTyyppee ooff llaauun...

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20 Washing programmes Washing programmes PPrrooggrraammmmee// TTeemmppeerraattuurree TTyyppee ooff llaauunnddrryy OOppttiioonnss DDeessccrriippttiioonn ooff pprrooggrraammmmee Delicate rinses Separate rinse cycle for hand washed items. 3 rinses L...

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21 Programme information Refresh This programme can be selected with the following options: Spin Speed Reduction. This programme must be used for slightly soiled cotton items. Max. load: 2 kg Washing temperature: 30°C Programme duration: 30 minutes...

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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 Before lo...

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23 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: dr...

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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 th...

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25 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...

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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 softe...

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27 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 Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 95°C Max. wash temperature ...

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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 pow...

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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...

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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 foll...

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31 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 c...

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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. Close...

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33 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 ...

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34 Something not working Problem Possible cause/Solution The machine fills then empties immediately: The end of the drain hose is too low. • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» section. The machine does not empty and/or does not spi...

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35 Something not working No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance. Problem Cause possible/Solution The door will not open: The programme is s...

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36 Something not working If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centre. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will require this information. ...

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37 Technical data Techinical Data Dimensions Width Height Depth (door included) 60 cm 85 cm 63 cm Electrical connection Voltage - Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appl...

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38 Consumption value 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. It refers to the highest...

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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 packa...

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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 rem...

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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 i...

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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. Install...

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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...

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Enviroment 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 co...

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European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee orotherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another ...

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46 Customer service centres www.electrolux.com à   Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr. Pjeter Bogdani Nr. 7 Tirane Belgique/België/Belgien +32 2 363 04 44 Bergensesteenweg 719, 1502 Lembeek Česká republika +420 2 61 12 61 12 Budějovická 3, Praha ...

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