AEG L12843VIT, L11842VIT User Manual
LAVAMAT 11842 - 12843 VIT
User Manual Washer-dryer
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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 the best
performance and control - indeed we are setting the highest standards of
excellence.
In addition to this you find environmental and energy saving aspects as an
integral part of our products.
To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this
instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly
and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we
recommend you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any future owner
of the appliance.
We wish you much joy with your new appliance.
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
Contents
Contents
Instruction booklet 6
Safety information 6
Product Description 9
Detergent dispenser drawer 9
Control panel 10
Display 11
Indicator pilot lights 11
First use 13
Personalization 13
Acoustic signal 13
Child safety lock 13
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Daily use - Washing 14
Load the laundry 14
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 14
Select the required programme by turning the programme selector dial 14
Select the SPIN speed or RINSE HOLD option 15
Programme option buttons 15
Select the STAIN option 16
Select the TIME SAVING option 16
Select the EXTRA RINSE 16
Select the START/PAUSE 16
Select the DELAY START 17
Altering an option or a running programme 17
Interrupting a programme 17
Cancelling a programme 18
Opening the door after the programme has started 18
At the end of the programme 18
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Drying only 19
Select the drying programme by turning the programme selector dial 19
Select the drying time 19
At the end of the programme 20
Automatic washing and drying 20
Washing programmes 21
Programme information 23
Drying Time 24
Preparing the wash cycle 25
Sorting the laundry 25
Temperatures 25
Before loading the laundry 25
Maximum loads 25
Laundry weights 26
Removing stains 26
Detergents and additives 27
Quantity of detergent to be used 27
Degrees of water hardness 28
Preparing the drying cycle 28
Laundry not suitable for drying 28
Drying symbols label 29
Drying cycle duration 29
Additional drying 29
Care and cleaning 30
Descaling 30
After each wash 30
Maintenance wash 30
External cleaning 30
Detergent dispenser drawer 30
Contents
Washing drum 31
Door seal 31
Drain pump 31
Water inlet filter 33
Emergency emptying out 33
Frost precautions 34
What to do if... 35
Technical Data 38
Consumption value 39
Installation 40
Unpacking 40
Positioning and levelling 42
Water inlet 42
Water-stop device 43
Water drainage 43
Electrical connection 44
Permanent connection 44
Building-in 45
Preparation and assembly of the door 45
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Enviroment concerns 47
Packaging materials 47
Old machine 47
Ecological hints 47
Safety information
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Instruction booklet
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 feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.
You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
• It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the
appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to
another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always
ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new
owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant
warnings.
• You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
• Before first starting up, check the machine for any damage incurred during
transport. Never connect up a damaged machine. If parts are damaged,
contact your supplier.
• If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus
temperatures: Store the washer-dryer at room temperature for 24 hours
before using for the first time.
General safety
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in
any way.
• During high temperature washing and drying programmes the door glass may
get hot. Do not touch it!
• Make sure that small pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please
check into the drum before using.
• Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard,
sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the
machine.
• Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to
the fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the manufacturer’s
recommendations of quantities.
• 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 washer-dryer to wash and dry 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 attempt to repair the machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious
malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine
spare parts.
Installation
• When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do
not use it and contact the Service Centre.
• All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can
occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant
section in the user manual.
• After having installed the appliance, check that it is not pressing or standing
on its electrical supply cable, inlet hose and drain hose.
• If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order
to allow air to circulate freely
• Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their
connections after the installation.
• If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the
dangers of freezing chapter.
• Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by
a qualified plumber or competent person.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by
a qualified electrician or competent person.
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Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes
other than those for which it was designed.
• Only wash and dry fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow
the instructions on each garment label.
• 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. Underwired bras must NOT be machine
washed.
• Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should
not be machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be
taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in
the machine.
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• As some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed/dried in large commercial
machines because of their bulk, please check with the manufacturer of the
item before washing in a domestic machine.
• The users should always check that they have not left their gas lighters
(disposable or otherwise) in their clothing.
• Never dry items that have had contact with chemicals such as dry cleaning
fluid.These are of a volatile nature and could cause an explosion.
Only dry items which have been washed in water or require airing
• Plastic detergent dispensers should not remain in the drum during the drying
cycle, as the plastic used is not designed to withstand the heat. If you wish to
wash-through-to-dry you should use the conventional detergent dispenser
drawer.
• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always
take hold of the plug itself.
• Never use the washer-dryer if the power supply cable, the control panel, the
working surface or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washerdryer is accessible.
Child Safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to
children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.
• Make sure that children or pets do not
climb into the drum. To prevent children
and pets becoming trapped inside the
drum, the machine incorporates a
special feature.
To activate this device, rotate the button
(without pressing it) inside the door
clockwise until the groove is horizontal.
If necessary use a coin. To disable this
device and restore the possibility of
closing the door, rotate the button anticlockwise until the groove is vertical.
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Product description
Product description
Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of
laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption.
The NEW JET system allows total use of detergent and reduces water
consumption therefore saving energy.
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Detergent dispenser drawer
1
Control panel
2
Door opening handle
3
4
5
6
Detergent dispenser drawer
Compartment for prewash phase or stain remover .
The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The
stain remover is added at the proper time if the STAIN option is selected.
Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash.
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).
Rating plate
Drain pump
Adjustable feet
Control panel
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Control panel
Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as
well as the buttons, pilot lights and the display. These are represented by relevant
numbers on the following pages.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10
1
Programme selector dial
2
SPIN reduction button
3
STAIN button
4
TIME SAVING button
5
EXTRA RINSE button
6
DRYING TIME button
7
Display
8
START/PAUSE button
9
DELAY START button
10
Indicator pilot lights
Symbols key: = Cottons, = Prewash, = Synthetics, = Easy
Iron Plus, = Delicates, = Wool, = Hand wash , = Cold, =
Delicate Rinses, = Drain, = Spin, = Synthetics drying,
= Cottons drying, = Refresh, ECO = Saving Energy programme, =
Rinse Hold, = Stain, = Time Saving, = Extra Rinse, = Drying
Time, = Start/Pause, = Door locked light, = Drying phase,
= Washing phase, = Delay Start, = Remaining Time
Display (7)
7.2
7.3
7.1
7.1
Duration of selected programme:
After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed in hours and minutes (for
example
maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has
started, the time remaining is updated every minute.
Selected drying time
After selecting a drying programme, the drying time is displayed in minutes
and/or hours (see paragraph «Drying only»).
After the programme has started the time remaining is updated every minute.
2.05). The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the
Display
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Alarm codes
In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for
example
E20 (see chapter «What to do if...»).
End of programme
When the programme has finished a blinking zero 0 is displayed, the
FUNCTIONING pilot light (
door can be opened.
10.1) and the pilot light of button 8 go out and the
Incorrect option selection
If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected,
the message Err is displayed for a few seconds and the yellow pilot light of
button 8 light starts blinking.
Display
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Delay Start (7.2)
7.2
The selected delay (20 hours max) set by means of the relevant button appears
on the display for about 3 seconds, then the duration of the previously selected
programme is displayed.
The symbol
unit every hour. When only 1 hour remains, the time decreases every minute.
7.3
Child safety lock (7.3)
If your laundry is not removed during 10 minutes after the programme is
finished, the backlight of the display switches off and the energy saving system
will be enabled.
Only the pilot light of the button
to be switched off.
By pressing any buttons the appliance will come out from the energy saving
status and you could set another washing programme or swich off the appliance.
7.2 will appear on the display. The delay time value decreases by one
8 is blinking to indicate that the appliance has
Indicator pilot lights (10)
When selecting a washing programme, the FUNCTIONING pilot
10.1) illuminates.
light (
When selecting a drying programme the DRY pilot light (
illuminates and stays on during the drying phase.
The DOOR pilot light (
10.3) indicates if the door can be opened:
10.2)
10.1
10.2
10.3
● light on: the door cannot be opened.
● light off: the door can be opened.
First Use
Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation
instructions.
Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum.
Run a cotton cycle at 90° or 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to
remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure
of detergent into the main wash compartment and start the machine.
Personalization
Acoustic signals
The machine is provided with the acoustic device, which sounds in the following
cases:
● at the end of the cycle
● in the event of operating problems
By pressing the
acoustic signal is deactivated (except for the events of operating problems).
By pressing the same buttons again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.
3 and 4 buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the
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Child safety lock
This device permits you to leave the appliance unsupervised without having the
worry that children might be injured by or cause damage to the appliance.
This function remains able also when the washer-dryer is not working.
There are two different ways to set this option:
● before pressing button 8: it will be impossible to start the machine.
● after pressing button 8 it will be impossible to change any other programme
or option.
To enable (disable) this option press simoultaneously for about 6 seconds
5 buttons until the 7.3 symbol appears (disappears) on (from) the display.
4 and
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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.
Attention! Do not embed the laundry
between the door and the rubber joint.
Measure out the detergent and the
fabric softener
Your new appliance was designed to reduce
water, energy and detergent consumption.
1. Pull out the dispenser drawer until it
stops. Measure out the amount of
detergent required, pour it into the main
wash compartment and, if you wish
to carry out the prewash phase or
STAIN action, pour the detergent or the
stain remover into the compartment
marked .
2. If required, pour fabric softener into the
compartment marked (the amount
used must not exceed the MAX mark in
the drawer). Close the drawer gently.
WASHING
Select the required programme by turning the programme
selector dial (1)
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.
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The pilot light of button 8 starts blinking and the display shows the duration of
the selected programme.
The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position
O/OFF corresponds to Reset programme/Switching OFF the machine.
At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to
position O/OFF, to switch the machine off.
For the description of each washing programmes of the selector dial,
chapter «Washing programmes».
Attention!
If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the
machine is working, the yellow pilot light of button
message Err is displayed on the display to indicate a wrong selection. The
machine will not perform the new selected programme.
8 will blink 3 times and the
consult the
Select the SPIN speed or RINSE HOLD option by pressing button 2
When the required programme has been selected, your appliance automatically
proposes the maximum spin speed provided for that programme.
Press this button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry
to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washer-dryer.
RINSE HOLD: by selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied
out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. At the end of the programme, a blinking
0» is displayed, the pilot light 10.3 and the light of the Rinse Hold option
«
remain lit, the pilot lights
door is locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out.
RINSE HOLD is not selectable with a NON -STOP programme (see Drying section).
To empty out the water, please read chapter «At the end of the
programme».
10.1 and the pilot light of button 8 go off and the
Programme option buttons
Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must
be selected after choosing the desired programme and before pressing 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 yellow pilot light of the button
times and the Err message appears on the display for some seconds.
For the compatibility between this option and washing programmes consult the
chapter
«Washing programmes».
8.
8 flashes for 3
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