AEG L50642VI User Manual

LAVAMAT 50642 VI

Instruction booklet Washing machine

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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

Indicator pilot lights 10

First use 11

Daily use 11

Laod the laundry 11
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 11
Select the required programme 12

Select the SPIN speed or the RINSE HOLD option 12
Programme option button 12
Select the STAIN option 13
Select the SUPER QUICK 13
Select the START/PAUSE 13
Select the DELAY START 13

Select an additional rinse 14
Altering an option or a running programme 14
Interrupting a programme 14
Cancelling a programme 14
Opening the door after the programme has started 14
At the end of the programme 15

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Washing programmes 16

Programme information 18

Contents

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Preparing the wash cycle 19

Sorting out the laundry 19
Temperatures 19
Before loading the laundry 19
Maximum loads 20
Laundry weights 20
Removing stains 21
Detergents and additives 21
Quantity of detergent to be used 22
Degrees of water hardness 22

Care and cleaning 23

Descaling 23
After each wash 23
Maintenance wash 23
External cleaning 23
Detegent dispenser drawer 23
Washing drum 24
Door seal 24
Drain pump 25
Water inlet filter 26
Emergency emptying out 26
Frost precautions 27

What to do if... 28

Techinical Data 31

Consumption value 31

Contents

Installation 32

Unpacking 32
Positioning and levelling 34
Water inlet 34
Water-stop device 35
Water drainage 35
Electrical connection 36
Permanent connection 36
Building-in 37
Preparation and assembly of the door 37

Enviroment concerns 39

Packaging materials 39
Old machine 39
Ecological hints 39

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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.

• 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 washing machine 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 wash 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 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 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

• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes
other than those for which it was designed.

• 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.

Safety information

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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 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,

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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.

• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always
take hold of the plug itself.

• Never use the washing machine if the power supply cable, the control panel,
the working surface or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washing
machine is accessible.

Child Safety

• This appliance is not intended for use by person (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
or pets becoming trapped inside the
drum, the machine incorporates 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 anti-clockwise until the groove is
vertical.

Product description

Product description

Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of
laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption.

The ECO valve system allows total use of detergent and reduces water
consumption so saving energy.

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Detergent dispenser drawer

2

Control panel

3

Door opening handle

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 addi tives (fabric softener, starch).

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Rating plate

5

Drain pump

6

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

Programme selector dial

1
2

Spin reduction button

3

STAIN button

4

SUPER QUICK button

5

START/PAUSE button

Programme symbols: Cotton, Prewash, Synthetics, Easy Iron,

Delicates, Handwash, Wool, Cold, Delicate Rinses, Drain, Spin,

Refresh, Eco: Energy Saving Programme.

Keys symbols: Spin Reduction, Rinse Hold, Stain, Super Quick,

Start/Pause, Extra Rinse, End of Cycle, Functioning, Delay Start.

DELAY START button

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Indicator pilot lights:

7

7.1 WASHING

7.2 END OF CYCLE

7.3 EXTRA RINSE

Indicator pilot lights (7)

After having pressed the button 5, the FUNCTIONING pilot light (7.1) comes on.
When the pilot light
When the programme has finished, the END pilot light (
When the appliance is performing additional rinses the EXTRA RINSE pilot light

(

7.3) comes on. To add an additional rinse, please see «Select an additional rinse».

7.1 comes on this means that the machine is operating.

7.2) comes on.

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 of the detergent drawer
in order to activate the ECO valve. Then 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.

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.

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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 to perform the
stain function, pour the detergent or the
stain remover into the compartment
marked .
programme without prewash must be
selected.

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.

If using liquid detergents, a

Use

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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.

The pilot light of button
The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position O to

Reset programme/ Switching OFF of the machine.

At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position

O, to switch the machine off.

If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine

is working, the yellow pilot light of button
selection. The machine will not perform the new selected programme.

5 starts blinking.

5 will blink 3 times to indicate a wrong

Select the SPIN speed or the RINSE HOLD option (Button 2)

When the required programme has been selected, your appliance automatically
proposes the maximum spin speed provided for that programme.

Press the button
to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine.

The relevant light will light up.
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
pilot light
off and the door is locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out.

To empty the water out please read chapter «At the end of the
programme».

2 repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry

7.2 illuminates, the pilot light of button 5 and the 7.1 pilot light are

Programme option button

Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must
be selected after choosing the desired programme and before pressing the
button 5. 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.

For the compatibility among the washing programmes and the options see
chapter «Washing Programmes».

5 blinks 3

Select the STAIN option (Button 3)

To treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended main
wash with time optimised stain action phase).

Attention! If you wish to perform a programme with the stain option, pour
stain remover into compartment .

Select the SUPER QUICK option (Button 4)

By pressing this button, the relative pilot light comes on and the washing
duration will be reduced to wash lightly soiled laundry. This option is suitable for
items that have been used only once or worn for a short time.

Select the START/PAUSE (Button 5)

To start the selected programme, press the button 5 ; the corresponding red pilot
light stops blinking.

The pilot light
door is locked.

To interrupt a programme which is running, press the button
red pilot light starts blinking.

To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the
button

If you have chosen a delayed start, the machine will begin the countdown.

7.1 is on to indicate that the appliance starts operating and the

5 : the corresponding

5 again.

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Select the DELAY START (Button 6)

Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press the
button
This button makes it possible to delay the starting of the washing programme by 3,
6 and 9 hours.
You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you
press the button

You can cancel the delay time at any moment, before you press the button
If the button

Important!

6 repeatedly, to select the desired delay. The relevant light illuminates.

5.

5 has already been pressed:

• set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the button

• press the button

• press the button

• The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing programme
again.

6 once, the light relevant to the selected delay goes off;
5 again to start the programme.

5 ;

5.

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• The door will be locked throughout the delay time. If you need to open the
door, you must first set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the
button
the button

The DELAY START can not be selected with DRAIN programme

5 and then wait some minutes. After you have closed the door, press

5 again.

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Select an additional rinse

This appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people with a very

delicate skin (allergic to detergents) it may be necessary to rinse the laundry
using an extra quantity of water (extra rinse).

Press simultaneously button
This function stays permanently on. To remove it press the same buttons again
until the light

7.3 goes off.

2 and 3 for some seconds: the light 7.3 comes on.

Altering an option or a running programme

It is possible to change some option before the programme carries it out. Before
you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the
button

Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it. Turn the
programme selector dial to O and then to the new programme position. Start
the new programme by pressing the
tub will not emptied out.

5 .

5 button again. The washing water in the

Interrupting a programme

Press the button 5 to interrupt a programme which is running, the
corresponding light starts blinking. Press the button again to restart the
programme.

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 button 5.
After some minutes the door can be opened.
If after some minutes the door remains locked, this means that the machine is

already heating, that the water level is too high. In this case the door can not be
opened.

If you cannot open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the
machine off by turning the selector dial to O. After about some minutes the
door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and temperature!).

After closing the door, it is necessary to select the programme and options again
and to press button

5.

At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically. The pilot light of button 5 and pilot light 7.1
go off. The phase light 7.2 goes on.

If a programme or an option that ends with water still in the tub has been
selected, the relative pilot light remains lit, the phase light 7.2 goes on, the door
remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening
the door.

To empty the water out:

• turn the programme selector dial to

• select the DRAIN or SPIN programme

• reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the relevant button

• press button

• when the programme has finished only the pilot light 7.2 comes on.

Turn the programme selector dial to O to switch the machine off. Remove the
laundry from the drum and carefully check that the drum is empty.

If you do not intend to carry out another wash, close the water tap. Leave the
door open to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant smells.

5

O

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Washing programmes

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Washing programmes

Programme/

Temperature

COTTONS

95°-30°

COTTONS +
PREWASH

95°-40°

SYNTHETICS

60°-30°

EASY IRON

40°

DELICATES

40°-30°

WOOL PLUS
HANDWASH

30°- Cold

Type of laundry Options

White and coloured
cotton

items)

(normally soiled

SPIN, RINSE HOLD,

SUPER QUICK**,

EXTRA RINSE

White and coloured
cotton

items)

Synthetic or mixed
fabrics non-shrink

items

(heavily soiled

SPIN, RINSE HOLD,

EXTRA RINSE,

SUPER QUICK**

SPIN, RINSE HOLD,

SUPER QUICK**,

EXTRA RINSE

Synthetics to be gentle
washed and spun

SPIN, RINSE HOLD,

EXTRA RINSE

SPIN, RINSE HOLD,

Delicate fabrics: for
example curtains

SUPER QUICK**,

EXTRA RINSE

Special programme for
hand washing fabrics
and specially
programme for wool
garments bearing the
«Pure new wool, non­shrink, machine
washable» label

SPIN, RINSE HOLD

STAIN*,

STAIN*,

STAIN*,

Description of

programme

Main wash
Rinses
Long spin
Max. load kg 6

** Red. load kg 3
Prewash
Main wash

Rinses
Long spin

Max. load kg 6
** Red. load kg 3

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 3
** Red. load kg 1,5

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 1

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 3
** Red. load kg 1,5

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 2

* STAIN option can be selected only at the temperature of 40°C or higher.

** If you select the SUPER QUICK option, we recommend you, to reduce the maximum

load as indicated. (Red. load = reduced load). Full loading is possible however with
somewhat reduced cleaning results.

Washing programmes

Washing programmes

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Programme/

Temperature

DELICATE

RINSES

DRAIN

SPIN

REFRESH

30°

ECO

60°

O

Type of laundry Options

Separate rinse cycle for
hand washed items

For emptying out the last
rinse water in
programmes with the
Rinse Hold option

Separate spin for cotton
fabric

Quick wash for cotton
delicate and synthetics
items lightly soiled or
worn once

White and fast
coloured cotton
economy, lightly-heavy

soiled items

For cancelling the pro­gramme which is run­ning or to switch the
machine off

SPIN, RINSE HOLD,

EXTRA RINSE

SPIN, RINSE HOLD,

EXTRA RINSE

SPIN

SPIN

STAIN,

Description of

programme

Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 6

Draining of water
Max. load kg 6

Drain and long spin
Max. load kg 6

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 3

Main wash
Rinses
Long spin

Max. load kg 6

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Programme information

Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed

EASY IRON

WOOL PLUS
HANDWASH

DELICATE RINSES

DRAIN

SPIN

and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is
easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional
rinses.

Washing programme for machine washable wool as
well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics
with the “hand washing” care symbol .

Note: A single or bulky item may cause imbalance. If the
appliance doesn’t perform the final spin phase, add more
items, redistribute the load manually and then select the
spinning programme

With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin
garments which have been washed by hand.
The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final short spin
The spin speed can be reduced by depressing the button 2.

For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes
with the RINSE HOLD option.
Turn first the programme selector dial to O, then select
programme Drain and depress the button 5.

Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after
programmes with Rinse Hold option. Before selecting this
programme the selector dial must be turned to O. You can
choose the speed by means of the relevant button to adapt
it to the fabrics to be spun.

REFRESH

ECO

O

This programme can be selected with the following
options: Spin Speed Reduction and DELAY START.
This programme must be used for slightly soiled cotton,
delicate or synthetic items.

This programme can be selected for slightly or normally
soiled cotton items. The temperature will decrease and the
washing time will be extended. This allows to obtain a good
washing efficiency by saving energy.

To reset a programme and to switch off the machine turn
the selector dial to O. Now can a new programme be
selected.

Preparing the wash cycle

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

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95° or 90°

60°/ 50°

40°-30°- Cold

for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths,
towels, tablecloths, sheets...).

for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night

dresses, pyjamas....) in linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and

for lightly soiled white cotton (e.g. underwear).

for delicate items (e.g. net curtains), mixed laundry including
synthetic fibres and woollens bearing the label «pure new
wool, machine washable, non-shrink».

Before loading the laundry

Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their “whiteness” in
the wash.

New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed
separately the first time.

Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e.g. hair clips,
safety pins, pins).

Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or
long tapes.

Remove persistent stains before washing.
Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net.

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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: drum no more than one third full.
Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy.
For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size.

Laundry weights

The following weights are indicative:

bathrobe

1200 g

100 gnapkin
700 gquilt cover
500 gsheet
200 gpillow case
250 gtablecloth
200 gtowelling towel
100 gtea cloth
200 gnight dress
100 gladies’ briefs
600 gman’s work shirt
200 gman’s shirt
500 gman’s pyjamas
100 gblouse
100 gmen’s underpants

Preparing the wash cycle

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 then rub in the soap and water.

Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft
cloth and dab the stain; treat several times.

Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft
surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth.

Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be
careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will
already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole.

Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only).
Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only).
Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), lay the garment on a soft

cloth and dab the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated

spirits. Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid,

then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then

with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then
rinse thoroughly.

Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub
with detergent paste.

(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.

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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, in large
quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature.

The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens,
cottons, etc.), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling.

All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this
appliance:

• powder detergents for all types of fabric,

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• powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens,

• liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C
max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only.

The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate
compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme.

The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an
optimal use of the concentrated detergent.

Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just
before starting the programme.

Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment
marked before starting the wash programme.

Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do

not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer.

Quantity of detergent to be used

The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size,
degree of soiling and hardness of the water used.

Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:

• you are washing a small load,

• the laundry is lightly soiled,

• large amounts of foam form during washing.

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 softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree
of hardness (from degree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
The quantity of detergent can then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (=
soft).

Degrees of water hardness

Level

1
2 medium
3 hard 15-21 26-37
4 very hard > 21 > 37

Characteristic

soft

German

°dH

0-7 0-15

8-14 16-25

French

°T.H.

Care and cleaning

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 powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry
washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions.

This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.

After each wash

Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells
forming inside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help
to preserve the door seal.

Maintenance wash

With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of
residues inside the drum.

We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis.
To run a maintenance wash:

• The drum should be empty of laundry.

• Select the hottest cotton wash programme.

• Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder with biological
properties

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External cleaning

Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then
dry thoroughly. Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar
products to clean the cabinet.

Detergent dispenser drawer

The detergent dispenser drawer should be
cleaned regularly.

1. To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive
compartment should be removed. Remove
the detergent dispenser drawer by pressing
the catch downwards and by pulling it out.

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2. Flush it out under a tap, to remove any traces
of accumulated powder.

3. Having removed the drawer, use a small
brush to clean the recess, ensuring that
all washing powder residue is removed
from the upper and lower part of the
recess.

4. Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme without any clothes in the
drum.

Washing drum

Rust deposits in the drum may occur due to rusting foreign bodies in the
washing or tap water containing iron.

Important! Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling agents, scouring agents
containing chlorine or iron or steel wool.

1. Remove any rust deposits on the drum with a cleaning agent for stainless
steel.

2. Run a washing cycle without any washing to clean off any cleaning agent

residues. Programme: COTTONS 95° or 90°C, press the button
1/2 measuring cup of detergent.

4, add approx.

Door seal

Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate
eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the
fold.

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 follows:

1. Disconnect the appliance.

2. If necessary wait until the water has

cooled down.

3. Place a container close to the pump (A)
to collect any spillage.

4. Release the emergency emptying hose
(B), place it in the container and
remove its cap.

5. When no more water comes out,
unscrew the pump cover and remove it.
Always keep a rag nearby to dry up
spillage of water when removing the
pump.

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B

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6. Remove any objects from the pump
impeller by rotating it.

7. Refit the cap on the emergency
emptying hose and place the latter
back in its seat.

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8. Screw the pump cover fully in.

Warning!

When the appliance is in use and
depending on the programme selected
there can be hot water in the pump. Never
remove the pump cover during a wash
cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When
replacing the cover, ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and
young children being able to remove it.

Water inlet filter

If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the
water inlet hose is not blocked.

1. Turn off the water tap.

2. Unscrew the hose from the tap.

3. Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff

brush.

4. Screw the hose back onto the tap.

Emergency emptying out

If the water is not discharged, proceed as
follows to empty out the machine:

1. pull out the plug from the power socket;

2. close the water tap;

3. if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down;

4. place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose

into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the
bowl. Whem the bowl is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty the bowl.
Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out;

5. clean the pump if necessary as previously described;

6. replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it;

7. screw the pump cover again.

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Frost precautions

If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below
0°C, proceed as follows:

1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap.

2. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a

bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out.

3. Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency emptying
hose after having put the cap on again

By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is removed, avoiding ice
forming and consequently damage to the appliance.

When you use the machine again, make sure that the ambient temperature is
above 0°C.

Important!

Every time you drain the water through the emergency emptying hose you must
pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer
and then run the drain programme. This will activate the ECO VALVE device
avoiding that part of the detergent remains unused at next washing.

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What to do if...

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What to do if...

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 listed below.

During machine operation it is possible that the yellow pilot light of button 5 blinks to
indicate that the machine is not working.

Once the problem has been eliminated, press the button 5 to restart the programme. If
after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.

Problem Possible cause/Solution

The door has not been closed. (Yellow pilot light

Button 5 blinks)

• Close the door firmly.
The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket.

• Insert the plug into the power socket.
There is no power at the socket.

• Please check your domestic electrical installation.

The washing machine does not
start:

The machine does not fill:

The machine fills then empties
immediately:

The main fuse has blown.

• Replace the fuse.
The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the

button 5 has not been depressed.

• Please turn the selector dial and press the button 5

again.

The delay start has been selected.

• If the laundry are to be washed immediately, cancel

the delay start.

The water tap is closed. (Yellow pilot light Button

5 blinks)

• Open the water tap.

The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. (Yellow pilot

light Button 5 blinks)

• Check the inlet hose connection.

The filter in the inlet hose is blocked. (Yellow pilot

light Button 5 blinks)

• Clean the water inlet hose filter.

The door is not properly closed. (Yellow pilot light

Button 5 blinks)

• Close the door firmly.

The end of the drain hose is too low.

• Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage»

section.

Problem Possible cause/Solution

The machine does not empty
and/or does not spin:

There is water on the floor:

Unsatisfactory washing results:

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The drain hose is squashed or kinked. (Yellow pilot
light Button 5 blinks)

• Check the drain hose connection.

The drain filter is clogged. (Yellow pilot light

Button 5 blinks)

• Clean the drain filter.

An option or a programme that ends with the water
still in the tub or a that eliminates all the spinning
phases has been selected.

• Select the draining or spinning programme.

The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.

• Redistribute the laundry.

The load is too small.

• Add more items, redistribute the load manually and

then select the spinning programme.

Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates
too much foam) has been used.

• Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one

Check whether there are any leaks from one of the
inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this as
the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is
damp.

• Check the water inlet hose connection.

The drain or the inlet hose is damaged.

• Replace with a new one.

The cap of the emergency emptying hose has not
been replaced or the filter has not been properly
screwed in after cleaning action.

• Refit the cap on th emergency emptying hose or

screw the filter fully in.

Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been
used.

• Increase the detergent quantity or use another one.

Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to
washing.

• Use commercial products to treat the stubborn

stains

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The correct temperature was not selected.

• Check if you have selected the correct temperature.

Excessive laundry load.

• Reduce the laundry load.

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Problem Possible cause/Solution

The door will not open:

The machine vibrates is noisy:

The machine makes an unusual
noise:

The programme is still running.

• Wait the end of washing cycle.
The door lock has not been released.

• Wait a few minutes.
There is water in the drum.

• Select drain or spin programme to empty out the
water.

The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.

• Check the correct installation of the appliance.

The support feet have not been adjusted

• Check the correct levelling of the appliance.

The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.

• Redistribute the laundry.

Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.

• Load more laundry.

The machine is fitted with a type of motor which
makes an unusual noise compared with other
traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer
start and more even distribution of the laundry in the
drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of
the machine.

No water is visible in the drum:

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.

Machines based on modern technology operate very
economically using very little water without affecting
performance.

Techinical Data

Technical data

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Width

Dimensions

Electrical connection Voltage ­Overall power - Fuse

Water supply pressure

Maximum Load Cotton 6 kg

Spin Speed

Height
Depth
(door included)

Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating
plate on the inner edge of the appliance door

Minimum
Maximum

Maximum

60 cm
82 cm
54 cm

0,05 MPa
0,80 MPa

1000 rpm

Consumption value

Programme

White Cottons 95° 61 2.0

Cottons 60° 58 1.3

Water consumption

(lltres)

Energy consumption

(KWh)

Programme duration

(Minutes)

135

125

(*)Cotton ECO 60° 46 1.2

Cottons 40° 58 0.7

Synthetics 60° 51 0.55

Delicates 40° 60 0.55

Wool/ Handwash 40° 53 0.4

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.

(*) «Cottons Eco» at 60°C with a load of 6 kg is the reference programme for the
data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.

130

120

85

65

60

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A

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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 packaging, carefully lay
machine on it’s back to remove the
polystyrene base from the bottom.

2. Remove the power supply cable and the draining hose
from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance.

3. With the supplied spanner unscrew and remove the
central rear bolt

A.

4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B

C

C

B

D

B

C

C

E

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.

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7. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones
with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in
the bag containing the instruction booklet.

8. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the
paragraph «Water inlet».

All the different plug caps are supplied with the
appliance in the plastic bag containing the instruction
booklet.

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HEC0006

Installation

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 in the floor by

putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar
materials under the machine.

If it is impossible to avoid positioning the machine
next to a gas cooker or coal-burning stove, an
insulating panel covered with aluminium foil on the
side facing the cooker or stove, must be inserted
between the two appliances.

The machine must not be installed in rooms where
the temperature can drop below 0.

The water inlet hose and the drain hose must not be
kinked.

Please ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessible for the
engineer in the event of a breakdown.

Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out. Never place cardboard,
wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness
in the floor. After having levelled the machine, tighen the lock nuts.

Water inlet

An inlet hose is supplied and can be found inside the machine drum.

Do not use the hose from your previous machine to connect to the
water supply.

This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply.

1. Open the porthole and extract the inlet hose.

2. Connect the hose with the angled connection to

the machine.

Do not place the inlet hose downwards. Angle
the hose to the left or right depending on the
position of your water tap.

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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.

The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too
short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will
have to purchase a new, longer hose specially
designed for this type of use.

Water-stop device

The inlet hose is provided with a water stop device, which protects against
damage caused by water leaks in the hose which
could develop due to natural ageing of the hose.
This fault is shown by a red sector in the window
“A”. Should this occur, turn the water tap off and
refer to your Service Centre to replace the hose.

Water drainage

The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three
ways:

Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied
with the machine.

In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is
emptying.

This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to
the wall.

In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must be
above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm above
the ground.

Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less
than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm.

The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated,
i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larg­er than the outside diameter of the drain hose.

The drain hose must not be kinked.

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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.

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Electrical connection

Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner
edge of the appliance door and in the chapter «Technical Data».

Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load
required, also taking into account any other appliances in use.

Connect the machine to an earthed socket.

The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for damage or
injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution.

The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the
machine.

Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this must
be carried out by a Service Centre.

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 3 mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required
load in compliance with the current electrical regulations.
The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point.
This operation must be performed by a qualified electrician.

The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the
machine.

Installation

820 min

600

min.

600

596

416

176

,

5

818

541

195

490

160

120

90

8

515

165

A

600

4

1

2

3

6

1

2

3

5

7

8

B

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16-22

B

C

22+1,5

595-598

416

C

Building-in

This appliance has been designed to be built into
the kitchen furniture.
The recess should have the dimensions shown in
picture

A.

Preparation and assembly of the door

The machine is originally pre-arranged for the assembly of a door opening from
right to left.
In this case it is sufficient to screw in the hinges
(1) and the counter-magnet (6) provided with the
appliance, at the right level (Fig. B).

a) Door

The dimensions of the door should be:

- width 595-598 mm

- thickness 16-22 mm

The height (C-Fig. C) depends on the height of
the adjacent furniture's base.

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b) Hinges

To mount the hinges it is necessary to drill two
holes (dia. 35 mm, depth 12.5-14 mm depending
on the depth of door furniture) on the inner side
of the door. The distance between the holes hobs
fixing centres must be 416 mm.
The distance (B) from upper edge of the door to
the centre of the hole depends on the adjacent
furniture's dimensions.
The required dimensions are given in the picture
C.
The hinges will be fixed to the door by means of screws for wood (2-Fig. B) sup­plied with the appliance.

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4

8

D

4

6

5

1

2

3

7

8

E

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c) Mounting the door

Fix the hinges (1) to the machine by means of the
M5x15 screws (3-Fig. B). The hinges can be
adjusted to compensate for possible uneven
thickness of the door.
To align the door perfectly it is necessary to
loosen the screw (3-Fig. B), adjust the door and
tighten the screw again.

d) Counter-magnet (6)

The appliance is pre-arranged for a magnetic clo­sure of the door. To enable a correct operation of
this device, it is necessary to screw the counter­magnet (6) (steel disk + rubber ring) into the
inner side of the door.
Its position must correspond to the magnet (4) on
the appliance (see picture D).

If the door has to be opened from left to right, invert the position of the plates
(7), the magnet (4) and the plate (5) (Fig. B and E). Mount the countermagnet (6)
and the hinges (1) as previously described.

Environment concerns

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 collection containers.

Old machine

Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country
tidy!

The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product
may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the
applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help
prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health,
which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please
contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

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Ecological hints

To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that
you follow these tips:

• Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save

detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!).

• The machine works more economically if it is fully loaded.

• With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limited soiling can be removed; the

laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature.

• Measure out detergent according to the water hardness, the degree of soiling

and the quantity of laundry being washed.

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