AEG LAVAMAT 86740 User Manual

ÖKO-LAVAMAT 86740 update

The Environmentally-Friendly Washing

Machine

User Information

Dear customer,

Please read this user information carefully.

In particular, pay attention to the section ”Safety” on the first pages. Keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on to any subsequent owners of the unit.

1 Points which are necessary for your safety or which are important for the unit's functional capability are highlighted by a warning triangle and/or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!). Always remember.

01. This symbol guides you step by step in operating the unit. 2. ...

3	After this symbol you will find detailed information on operation and
	practical use of the unit.
2	The clover leaf indicates tips and information on the economical and
	environmentally-responsible use of the unit.

This user information contains information on remedying any faults which may occur, see the section ”What to do if ...”.

If these instructions are not sufficient, our After-Sales Service is at your disposal at any time:

ELGROEP & AEG SERVICE

Bergensesteenweg 719 1502 Lembeek

Tel.: [phone]

Here you will receive an answer to any question concerning the features and use of your unit. Of course, we are also pleased to receive any requests, suggestions and criticism. Our aim is to further improve our products and services for the benefit of our customers.

In the event of technical problems, our factory customer service in your area is at your disposal at all times. Also refer to the section ”Service”.

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Those who think ecologically act ecologically ...

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Contents
Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	6
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Environmental Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	8
Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9
Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	9
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
Programme knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	10
Additional programme buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	12
Programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	13
Consumption values and time requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	14
Wash Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
What does “UPDATE” mean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
Water Protection Aqua Control + Aqua Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	15
Before the first wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16
Preparing a Wash Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16
Sorting and preparing a wash load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	16
Types of washing and care symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	17
Washing Detergents and Care Agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
Which washing detergent and care agent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
How much washing detergent and care agent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
Water Softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	18
Carrying out a wash cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	19
Brief instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	19
Setting the wash programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	20
Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	21
Setting the delay timer/soaking time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	22
Opening and Closing the Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Putting in the washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	23
Add Washing Detergent/Care Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	24
Starting the wash program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	25

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Sequence of the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		26
Wash cycle ended/Remove washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		27
Programme tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		29
Wash . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	29
Separate Rinsing/Conditioner/Starching/Impregnation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		31
Separate Spinning	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	31
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		32
Control Panel . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	32
Washing Detergent Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		32
Washing Drum . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	33
Filling Door . . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	33
Cleaning the drain pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		34
What to do if ...	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	35
Remedying Faults .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	35
If the washing result is not satisfactory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		39
Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		40
Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		41
Additional rinse cycle (RINCAGE+) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		42
Water cooling . . . .	. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	43
Additional rinse cycle and water cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		44
Variomatic-loose spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		45
Programme security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		46
Child Safety Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .		47

Setting up and connection instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	48
Safety Instructions for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	48
Setting Up the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	49
Transporting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	49
Remove the Transport Safeguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	49
Prepare the Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	51
Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	51
Setting Up on a Vibrating floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	51
Compensate for Floor Unevenness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	52

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Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	53
Water Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	53
Permissible Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	53
Water Inflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	54
Water Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55
Delivery Heads over 1m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	56
Guarantee conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	57
Customer services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	59
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	62
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	63

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Instructions for use

Instructions for use

1 Safety

The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility to inform you of the following safety information.

Before Putting into Operation for the First Time

•Refer to the ”Installation and Connection Instructions” later in this user information.

•When the unit is delivered in winter months with minus temperatures: Store the washing machine for 24 hours at room temperature before putting it into operation.

Correct Use

•The washing machine is only designed for normal domestic washing. If the unit is used for purposes other than that for which it is designed, the manufacturer can accept no liability for any resulting damages.

•For safety reasons, conversions or modifications to the washing machine are not permissible.

•Use only detergents which are suitable for washing machines. Follow the washing detergent manufacturer's instructions.

•The washing must not contain any flammable solvents. Also remember this when washing pre-cleaned washing.

•Do not use the washing machine for chemical cleaning.

•Dyes/dye removers may only be used in washing machines if the manufacturer expressly allows these products. We cannot be held liable for any resulting damage.

•Use only water from the water mains. Use rainwater or service water only if it meets the requirements outlined in DIN1986 and DIN1988.

•Frost damage is not covered by the warranty! If the washing machine is in a room which is at risk from frost, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a frost risk (see the section ”Carry Out Emergency Emptying”).

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Child Safety

•Packaging components (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children.

•Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary supervision during operation and do not allow children to play with the washing machine – there is a risk that children can get trapped inside.

•Ensure that children or small animals cannot climb into the washing machine's drum.

•When disposing of the washing machine: Pull out the mains plug, destroy the door lock, cut off the electrical supply lead and throw away the plug and the left-over cable. This means that children at play cannot shut themselves inside and in so doing be in danger.

General Safety

•Repairs to the washing machine may only be carried out by skilled persons. Incorrect repairs can cause significant hazards. If repairs are necessary, consult our Customer Service or your specialist dealer.

•Never put the washing machine into operation if the mains cable is damaged or if the control panel, work top or base area are damaged in such a way that the inside of the unit is open and accessible.

•Switch off the washing machine before carrying out cleaning, care and maintenance work. Also pull the mains plug out of the socket or,

– if it is permanently connected, – switch off the LS switch in the fuse box or completely unscrew the screw-in fuse.

•If operation is stopped, disconnect the appliance from the mains supply and shut off the tap.

•Never pull the cable to remove the plug from the socket. Always pull the plug itself.

•Multiple connectors, couplings and extension cables must not be used. There is a fire risk with overheating!

•Do not spray down the washing machine with a water jet. Electric shock risk!

•The glass in the filling door becomes hot in the case of washing programs with high temperatures. Do not touch!

•Allow the washing solution to cool down before emergency emptying of the unit, before cleaning or before emergency opening of the filling door.

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•Small animals can chew the power cables and water hoses. Risk of electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away from the washing machine.

2 Disposal

Dispose the packing material!

Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packaging materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recycled.

• Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations:

>PE<	for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material
>PS<	for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-free)
>POM<	for polyoxymethylene, e.g. plastic clips

•Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper and should be deposited in the waste paper collection for recycling.

Dispose the old appliance!

When you finally put your appliance out of operation,

please bring it to your nearest recycling centre or to your dealer.

2Environmental Tips

•You do not need to use a pre wash cycle or soak for washing with average soiling. This saves detergent, water and time (and protects the environment).

•When loaded to the capacities indicated the washing machine is especially efficient.

•For small loads, use only one half to two thirds of the recommended quantity of detergent.

•By pre-treating stains and marks you will be able to wash at a lower temperature.

•It is often possible to wash without using softener. Give it a try! If you use a drier, your washing will be soft and fluffy even without a softener.

•For medium to high water hardness (from hardness range II, see “Detergents and Conditioners”) you should use water softener. The detergent can then always be dosed as for hardness range I (= soft).

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Unit Description

Front View

Drawer for

washing deter-

Control panel

gent and

care agent

Rating plate (behind filling door)

Filling door

Screw feet
(height-adjustable);
rear left:	Flap in front of
Automatic	solution pump
adjustment foot

Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent

	In-wash stain treatment
Main detergent	Pre-wash
	detergent/
(powder) and	soaking agent
water-softener	or water-softener
if required
	Liquid care agent
	(conditioner,
	finisher, starch)

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Control Panel

Button Spin speed/		Program
	RINSE HOLD	progress-Display
Additional programme-			Programme knob
Options	Button DOOR/LIGHT

Multi display				Button
			START/
				PAUSE
Button DELAY TIMER						Display OVERDOSING

Programme knob

The programme knob determines the type of the washing cycle (e. g. water level, drum movement, number of rinse cycles, spinspeed) depending on the type of washing to be handled, as well as the water temperature.

OFF (UIT, ARRET) switches the washing machine Off; in all other positions the

machine is switched On.

For correcting accidentally selected programme settings, turn the programme knob to the OFF position. The washing machine returns to the Off condition again.

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COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)

Wash programme from 20 °C to95 °C can be used universally for cotton/linen, easy-care (e.g. cotton/polyester) and synthetics. The washing programme adapts itself to the various types of types of weaves and amount of filling. For mostly cotton/linen, the programme for cotton/ linen will be carriedout; for mostly synthetics, a programme for easycare washing. For purely easy-care loading, the amount of filling should not exceed 2.5 kg in order to prevent increased creasing build-up.

RINSING (SPOELEN, RINCAGE)

Separate rinse, separate Conditioning, separate impregnation of wet washing (1 rinse cycle, fluid conditioner from the compartment æis rinsed in, spin).

Do not pour conditioner into the compartment if a separate spin cycle is to be carried out.

	PUMP OUT (POMPEN, VIDANGE)
	Pumping out the water after a rinse stop (without spinning).
3	Rinse stop means: the washing remains in the last rinse water, it is not
	spun.

SPIN (CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE)

Pumping out the water after a rinse stop and spin, or separate spinning of hand washed cotton/linen and easy-care washing.

GENTLE SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE DELICAT)

Pumping out the water after a rinse stop and gentle spin or separate gentle spin of delicate textiles (delicate washing, wool) at low speed.

DELICATE WASHING (FIJNE WAS, LINGE DELICAT)

Wash program for delicate washing at 30 °C or 40 °C.

WOOL (WOL, LAINE)/ P(Hand wash program)

Wash programme (cold to 40 °C) for machine machine-washable wool as well as for handwashable wool textiles with the easy-care symbol ï(Handwash programme).

SILK (ZIJDE, SOIE)/ P(handwash)

Wash programme at 30 °C for handand machine-washable silk.

3 As silk is a very delicate textile, we recommend washing only one article of clothing, if possible, and on no account washing it together with other textiles. For extremely delicate silk textiles, it is possible to obtain an even more gentle handling by using the TIME SAVE button.

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FASHION

Especially gentle programme at 40 °C for modern textilessuch as Viskose, Modal, Cupro, Lyocell, with more gentle handling than with the DELICATE (FIJNE WAS, LINGE DELICAT) programme and more intensive cleaning effect than with the hand wash programme.

REFRESH (OPFRISSEN, RAFRAICHIR)

Ca. 20-minute special programme at 30 °C for short wash cycle washing of textiles, such as sports clothing that has only been worn once and is only lightly soiled.

EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE)

Wash programme at 40 °C for easy-care textiles that will only need to be lightly ironed or not at all after this programme.

2 ENERGY SAVING (ENERGIEBESPAREN, ECONOMIQUE)

Special energy and water saving programme at ca. 60 °C for lightly or normally soiled cotton/linen with increased washing time.

Additional programme buttons

The purpose of the additional programme buttons is to adapt the washing programme to the degree of soiling of the washing. For normally soiled washing, additional programs such as PREWASH (VOORWAS, PRELAV.) and STAINS (VLEKKEN, TACHES) are not necessary.

Depending on the programme, various functions can be combined.

PRE WASH (VOORWAS, PRELAV.) (Pre wash/Soaking)

Cold pre wash before the subsequent automatic main wash cycle. With button DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE, DEPART DIFFERE) will soak the pre wash for heating.

DELICATE (BEHOEDZAAM, SENSITIVE)

Special additional programme with significantly higher rinse effect (special spin cycle) with simultaneously improved weave care (reduced drum movement). Ideal, if washing is to be carried out often, e.g. for over-sensitive skin. RINSE+ (SPOELEN+, RINCAGE+) can additionally be selected.

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STAINS (VLEKKEN, TACHES)

For handling strongly soiled or stained washing. (Stainssalt or tabs are rinsed in a time optimized manner during the programme cycle).

3	When setting WOOL (WOL, LAINE) /P(handwash programme) the ad-
	ditional programmes cannot be selected with the buttons.
	TIME SAVE
	Shortened washing programme for less soiled washing can be selected
	in three levels for the programme COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE (WITTE/
	BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	and in two levels for other programmes.
		Programme duration
	Programme	Without	With
		TIME SAVE	TIME SAVE
			Press button	Press button
			1x	2x
	COTTON/LINEN,EASYCARE
	(WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS,	119 Min	91 Min	63 Min
	KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	at 60 °C
	Other programmes,
	e.g. DELICATE WASH	68 Min	52 Min	-
	(FIJNE WAS, LINGE DELICAT)
	at 30 °C

Programmable functions

The programmable functions of additional rinsing (RINSE+/SPOELEN+, RINCAGE+), water cooling and Variomatic-lightspinning are described in the chapter „What to do if...“.

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Consumption values and time requirements

The values for selected programmes in the following table were determined under normal conditions. Besides the selected settings (additional functions), the consumption values also depend on other conditions such as water temperature or the washing powder/liquid used. However, they provide a helpful guide for operation in the household

	Programme knob	Type	Filling	Water	Energy	Time in
	(Temperature)	of textile	quantity	in	in	minutes
			in kg	Litres	kWh
	ENERGY SAVING1)	Cotton	5	39	0.85	120
	(ENERGIEBESPAREN, ECONOMIQUE)
	COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 95
	(WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS,	Cotton	5	42	1.80	148
	KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 60
	(WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS,	Cotton	5	42	0.95	119
	KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 40
	(WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS,	Cotton	5	49	0.55	116
	KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 60
	(WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS,	Synthetics	2,5	48	0.70	91
	KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	ECO TIME press 1x 1)
	COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 40
	(WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS,	Synthetics	2,5	48	0.50	88
	KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	ECO TIME press 1x 1)
	COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 40
	(WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS,	Synthetics	2.5	42	0.50	59
	KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE)
	ECO TIME press 2x
	DELICATES (FIJNE WAS, LINGE DELICAT) 30	Synthetics	2.5	54	0.35	68
	WOOL (WOL, LAINE) P(Handwash) 30		2	42	0.16	35

1)Remarks: Programme setting for testing in accordance with or in similarity to EN 60 456 and IEC 60 456.

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Wash Time Display

3 The wash times for the wash programmes

depend on the usual washing practice and the ambient conditions at the place of in-

stallation. The washing type and quantity,

the type of washing detergent, the water temperature and the room temperature etc. can influence the duration of the wash programme.

What does “UPDATE” mean?

The wash programmes in your washing machine are controlled by software.

New types of fabric or new detergents may require new wash programmes in the future. In most cases, the software can be adapted to this.

For further information on a possible “update” please contact customer service.

Water Protection Aqua Control +

Aqua Alarm

In the event of damage to the supply hose, the system blocks the further supply of water to the unit directly st the water tap.

If water escapes elsewhere, the drainage pump automatically pumps off – even if the unit is switched off. The washing machine merely has to be connected to the electricity mains. When the water protection system responds, a warning signal sounds at the same time.

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Instructions for use

Before the first wash

0Carry out a wash cycle without washing; Programme COTTON/LINEN (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS) 95, with half the washing powder/liquidquantity. In this way, manufacturing remains in the drum and water container will be removed.

Preparing a Wash Load

Sorting and preparing a wash load

•Sort the washing according to care symbol (see “Washing Types and Care Symbols”).

•Empty all pockets.

•Remove metal objects (paper clips, safety pins etc.).

•In order to prevent the washing tangling and being damaged: close zippers, button up duvet covers and pillow cases, and tie up loose straps such as from aprons.

•Turn articles with double layered fabric inside out (sleeping bags, anoraks etc.).

•In the case of knitted coloured fabrics and also wool and fabrics with jewellery attached: turn inside out.

•Place small and delicate articles (baby booties, stockings, bras etc.) into a washing net, a pillow case with zipper, or in large socks before washing.

•Handle curtains with particular care. Metal fittings or burred, plastic fittings must be removed or tied into a net or bag. We cannot accept liability for damage.

•Do not wash coloured and white washing together. This could transfer colour to white washing or turn it grey.

•New coloured items often have an excess of colour. It is better to wash such items separately the first time.

•Mix small and large items of washing. This improves the wash efficiency and the washing is more evenly distributed during the spin cycle.

•Shake out washing before placing into the washing machine.

•Do not place folded washing into the drum.

•Observe such washing instructions as “wash separately” and “wash separately several times”!

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Instructions for use

Types of washing and care symbols

The care symbols help in the selection of the correct wash programmes. The washing should be sorted according to type and care symbols. The temperature information on the care symbols are always maximum values.

Cottons ç

Textiles of Cotton and Linens with this care symbol are resistant to mechanical loading and high temperatures. For this type of washing the programme COTTON/LINEN EASY-CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/ COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE) is suitable.

Linenèë

Textiles of cotton and linen with this care symbol are resistant to mechanical loading. For this type of washing the programme COTTON/LINEN EASY-CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE) is suitable.

Easy-care washing êí

Textiles such as reinforced cotton, cotton-wool mixtures and synthetics with this care symbol demand a mechanically milder handling. For these type of washing the programmes COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE) and LIGHT IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE) are avaIlable.

Delicatesì

Textiles such as layered fibres, micro-fibres, synthetics and Curtains with this care symbol need a caring handling. For these types of washing the programme DELICATE (FIJNE WAS, LINGE DELICAT) is suitable.

Viskose íì

Modern textiles such as viskose, cupro, lyocell, modal, among others require a particularly caring handling. For these types of washing the programme FASHION is suitable.

Wool, Silk and specially delicate wash 9ìï

Textiles such as wool, wool mixtures and silk with this care symbolare particularly sensitive to mechanical loading. For textiles of this sort the programme WOOL (WOL, LAINE)/P(handwash) and SILK (ZIJDE, SOIE)/ P(handwash) are

suitable.

Caution! Textiles with care symbols ñ(Do not wash!) must not be washed in the washing machine!

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Instructions for use

Washing Detergents and Care Agents

Which washing detergent and care agent?

Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.

How much washing detergent and care agent?

The amount to be used depends on:

•the dirtiness of the washing

•the hardness category of the mains water supply

•the filling quantity

2 If the detergent manufacturer gives no details of the dosing quantities for minimum loads, add one third less for half loads and, in the case of very small loads and for EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE), only half the amount of detergent recommended for a full load.

Refer to the detergent/care agent manufacturer's instructions on use and dosage.

Water Softener

For medium to high water hardness (hardness category II or higher) you should use water softener. Pay attention to the manufacturer's instructions. Always then meter detergent for hardness category I (= soft). The responsible water works can provide information on the local water hardness.

2	Since the water softener is added before the main washing detergent,
	(water pre-softening), eighty percent of the softener quantity stated on
	the package is sufficient.
	Water Hardness Details
		Water Hardness °dH		Water Hardness in mmol/l
	Hardness Category		(degrees German
				(millimol per litre)
			hardness)
	I – soft		0 - 7	up to 1.3
	II – medium hard		7 - 14	1.3 - 2.5
	III – hard		14 - 21	2.5 - 3.8
	IV – very hard		over 21	over 3.8

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Instructions for use

Carrying out a wash cycle

Brief instructions

A wash cycle is carried out in the following steps:

01. Setting the correct wash programme:

–Set programme and temperature with the programme knob,

–If necessary, select additional programme.

2.PossiblyChange spin speed, select /RINSE STOP (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.).

3.Possibly set DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE, DEPART DIFFERE).

4.Open door, put in washing,

5.Close door.

6.Washing-/Add conditioner.

7.Start the wash programme with the START/PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE) button.

After completion of the wash programme:

Caution! if the wash cycle ends with Rinse Stop, carry out PUMP OUT (POMPEN, VIDANGE), SPIN (CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE) or SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE DELICAT) before opening the door.

8.Open door, remove washing.

9.Switch washing machine Off: Set programme knob to OFF (UIT, ARRET).

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Setting the wash programme

3	For suitable programme, correct temperature and possible additional
	programs for the respective type of washing, see „Programme tables“.

0 1. With the programme knob, set the desired wash programme and temperature.

In the multi-display the probable duration of the set programmes will be shown in minutes.

2. Possible Press additional programme button(s): The display of the selected additional programme is displayed.

– For changing to another selection, press another button.

– For resetting, press button again.

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