AEG L60550 User Manual

LAVAMAT L 60550

User manual 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 for the user 6

Safety information 6

Product description 9

Detergent dispenser drawer 9

Control panel 10

Display 11
Indicator pilot lights 11

First use 12

Personalization 12

Acoustic signals 12
Child safety lock 12

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Daily use 13

Load the laundry 13
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 13
Select the required programme by means of programme selector dial 13
Select the spin speed reduction or the RINSE HOLD option 14
Programm option button 14
Select the PREWASH option 15
Select the STAIN option 15
Select the TIME SAVING option 15
Select the START/PAUSE 15
Select an additional rinse 16
Altering an option or a running programme 16
Interrupting a programme 16
Cancelling a programme 16
Opening the door after the programme has started 16
At the end of the programme 17

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Washing programmes 18

Programme information 20

Preparing the wash cycle 21

Sorting out the laundry 21
Temperatures 21
Before loading the laundry 21
Maximum loads 22
Laundry weights 22
Removing stains 23
Detergents and additives 23
Quantity of detergent to be used 24
Degrees of water hardness 24

Care and cleaning 25

Descaling 25
After each wash 25
Maintenance wash 25
External cleaning 25
Detegent dispenser drawer 25
Washing drum 26
Door seal 26
Drain pump 27
Water inlet filter 28
Emergency emptying out 28
Frost precautions 29

What to do if... 30

Techinical Data 33

Consumption value 34

Installation 35

Unpacking 35

Contents

Positioning and levelling 36
Water inlet 37
Water drainage 37
Electrical connection 38
Permanent connection 38

Enviroment concerns 39

Packaging materials 39
Old machine 39
Ecological hints 39

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Safety information

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Instruction for the user

Safety information

Prior to using for the first time

● The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry

standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However,
as manufacturers, we 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

● 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,
ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine
washed.

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● 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.

● Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

● 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 avoid that they
remain closed 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 anti­clockwise 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.

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The
consumption so saving energy.

system allows total use of detergent and reduces water

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Detergent dispenser drawer

2

Control panel

3

Door opening handle

Detergent dispenser drawer

Compartment for detergent used for prewash. The prewash detergent is
added at the beginning of the wash programme.

Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash.
Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).

Compartment for stain remover used for main wash with STAIN-option.

Rating plate

4

Drain pump

5
6

Adjustable feet

Control panel

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Control panel

Henceforth the programme selector dial, the buttons and the display will be
indicated with the numbers given in this table.

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1

Programme selector dial

2

SPIN button

3

PREWASH button

4

STAIN button

5

TIME SAVING button

6

Display

7

START/PAUSE button

8

Indicator pilot lights: 8.1 Washing

8.2 Door

8.3 Extra rinse

Symbols:

= Rinse Hold, = Cold wash, = Hand washing

Display (6)

6.2

6.1

6.1

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.

/Alarm codes

In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for
example

2.05). The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the

E20 (see chapter «What to do if...»).

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/End of programme

When the programme has finished a blinking zero 0 is displayed, the pilot light
(

8.1), pilot light (8.2) and the pilot light of the button 7 go out and the door

can be opened.
Stand by: 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 button
indicate that the appliance has 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.

6.2

Child safety lock (6.2)

7 pilot light is blinking to

Indicator pilot lights (8)

After having pressed the button 7, the WASHING pilot light (8.1) comes on. When
thist light comes on this means that the machine is operating.

The DOOR pilot light (

● light on: the door cannot be opened. The appliance is running.

● light blinking: the door is opening.

● light off: the door can be opened.

8.2) indicates if the door can be opened:

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When the appliance is performing additional rinses the EXTRA RINSE pilot light
(

8.3) comes on. To add an additional rinse, please see chapter «Select an additional

rinse».

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 dispenser drawer and start the
machine.

Personalization

Acoustic signals

The machine is provided of an acoustic device, which sounds in the following
cases:

● at the end of the cycle

● in the event of operating problems

By pressing the
acoustic signal is deactivated (except for the events of operating problems). By
pressing these 2 buttons again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.

3 and 4 buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the

Child safety lock (6.2)

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 washing machine is not working.
There are two different ways to set this option:

● before pressing the button 7: it will be impossible to start the machine.

● after pressingthe button 7 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 symbol 6.2 appears (disappears) on (from) the display.

4 and

Daily Use

Load the laundry

1. Open the door by carefully pulling the door

handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum,
one item at a time, shaking them out as much
as possible.

2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a click

during closing.
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 . If you wish to
carry out the prewash phase, pour the
detergent into the compartment marked

.

If using liquid detergents, a

programme without prewash must be
selected. If you wish to perform the
stain function, pour the stain remover
into the compartment marked with blue
arrow .

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.

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Select the required programme by turning the programme
selector dial (1)

The machine is now switched on. 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

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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 selected programme.

The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position
Reset programme/Switching OFF the machine.

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

7 starts blinking and the display shows the duration of

O to

O, 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 the button
the message Err is displayed on the display to indicate a wrong selection. The
machine will not perform the new selected programme.

7 will blink 3 times and

consult the

Select the SPIN speed reduction 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 display
shows a blinking
and the door is blocked 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

0, the pilot light 8.2 illuminates, the pilot light of button 7 is off

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

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 integrated yellow pilot light of the button

7 blinks 3 times and the Err message appears on the display for some seconds.

7.

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

Select the PREWASH option (Button 3)

Select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed at 30°C before the
main wash. The Prewash ends with a short spin in programmes for cotton and
synthetic fabrics, whereas in the programmes for delicate fabrics the water is
only drained. The relevant light will light up.

Select the STAIN option (Button 4)

Select this option to treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover
(extended main wash with time optimised stain action phase). The relevant light
will light up. This option is not available with a temperature lower than 40°C .

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

Select the TIME SAVING option (Button 5)

This option allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed by
the washing machine.

DAILY: by pressing this button once, the relative pilot light comes on and the
washing duration will be reduced to wash daily soiled laundry.

SUPER QUICK: by pressing this button twice, the relative pilot light remains lit,
the washing duration will be reduced to wash lightly soiled laundry or items that
have been used or worn for a short time. On the display will be visualized the
decreased washing time.

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Select the START/PAUSE (Button 7)

To start the selected programme, press the button 7, the corresponding red pilot
light stops blinking.

The pilot light
The pilot light
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 an incorrect option is selected, the integrated yellow pilot light of the button

7 blinks 3 times the message Err is displayed for about 2 seconds.

8.1 is on to indicate that the appliance starts operating.

8.2 is on to indicate the door is locked.

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again.

7: the corresponding

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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 the buttons
comes on. This function stays permanently on. To remove it press the same but­tons again until the pilot light

2 and 3 some seconds: the pilot light 8.3

8.3 goes off.

Altering an option or a running programme

It is possible to change some options before the programme carries them 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
the new programme by depressing the button
tub will be not emptied out.

7.

and then to the new programme position. Start

O

7 again. The washing water in the

Interrupting a programme

Press the button 7 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 Oto 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 7.
If the pilot light

opened.
If the DOOR remains locked and the pilot light

the machine is already heating or 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
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

8.2 flashes and after a few minutes goes out, the door can be

8.2 remains on, this means that

. After a few minutes the door can

O

7.

At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically, the pilot light of button 7, pilot lights 8.1 and

8.2 go out and a blinking 0 will appear on the display.

If a programme or an option that ends with water still in the tub has been
selected, the pilot light
the pilot light of button
the water must be emptied out before opening the door.

Follow the below instructions to empty out the water:

● turn the programme selector dial to

● select the DRAINING or SPINNING programme

● reduce the spin speed if needed, by pressing the relevant button

● press button 7

● when the programme has finished the display shows a blinking 0. The pilot

lights

8.2 goes off and the door can be opened.

Turn the programme selector dial to
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.

8.2 illuminates, a blinking 0 will appear on the display,
7 goes off but the door remains locked to indicate that

O

to switch the machine off.

O

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Washing programmes

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Washing programmes

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COTTONS
(ALGODÓN)

95°-60°

COTTONS
(ALGODÓN)

60° - 40° ­30°- COLD

SYNTHETICS
(SINTÉTICOS)

60° - 40° ­30°- COLD

EASY IRON
(PLANCHA FÁCIL
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40°

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SPIN REDUCTION,

White cotton

soiled items)

(normally

RINSE HOLD,

PREWASH, STAIN, TIME

SAVING**, EXTRA

SPIN REDUCTION,

White and Coloured
cotton

RINSE HOLD,

PREWASH, STAIN*,

TIME SAVING**, EXTRA

SPIN REDUCTION,

Synthetic or mixed
fabrics

RINSE HOLD,

PREWASH, STAIN*,

TIME SAVING**, EXTRA

SPIN REDUCTION,

Synthetics to be gentle
washed and spun

RINSE HOLD,

PREWASH, EXTRA

RINSE

RINSE

RINSE

RINSE

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Main wash
Rinses
Long spin
Max. load kg 7

** Red. load kg 3.5

Main wash
Rinses
Long spin
Max. load kg 7

** Red. load kg 3.5

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 3.5
** Red. load kg 2

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 1

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 3.5
** Red. load kg 2

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 2

DELICATES
(DELICADOS)

40° - 30°- COLD

WOOL PLUS
HANDWASH
(LANA PLUS)

30° - COLD

Delicate fabrics: for
example curtains

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

SPIN REDUCTION,

RINSE HOLD,

PREWASH, STAIN*,

TIME SAVING**, EXTRA

RINSE

SPIN REDUCTION,

RINSE HOLD

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

** If you select the SUPER QUICK option by pressing the TIME SAVING button, we rec-

commend you, to reduce the maximum load as indicated. Full loading is possible
however with somewhat reduced cleaning results.

Washing programmes

Washing programmes

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RINSES
(ACLARADO)

DRAIN
(DESCARGA)

SPIN
(CENTRIFUGAR)

REFRESH
(SIEMPRE

FRESCO)

30°

COTTON ECO
(ALGODÓN ECO)

60°

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Separate rinse cycle for
cotton hand washed
items

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

Separate spin for cotton
items

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

White and fast
coloured cotton
economy, lightly-heavy

soiled items

SPIN REDUCTION,

RINSE HOLD, EXTRA

SPIN REDUCTION

SPIN REDUCTION

SPIN REDUCTION,

RINSE HOLD,

PREWASH, STAIN,

EXTRA RINSE

RINSE

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Rinses
Long spin

Max. load kg 7

Draining of water
Max. load kg 7

Drain and long spin
Max. load kg 7

Main wash
Rinses
Short spin

Max. load kg 3

Main wash
Rinses
Long spin

Max. load kg 7

O/OFF

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

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Programme information

Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and

EASY IRON

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

WOOL PLUS
HANDWASH

RINSES

DRAIN

SPIN

REFRESH

ECO

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

With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton
garments which have been washed by hand.
The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final long spin
The spin speed can be reduced by pressing 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 7.

Separate spin for hand washed 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 pressing the relevant button to adapt it
to the fabrics to be spun.

This programme must be used for freshen up slightly soiled
cotton items or worn once. Programme duration: about 30
minutes. Washing temperature: 30°C.

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.

O/OFF

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

Preparing the wash cycle

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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.

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).

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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. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer

by pulling it firmly.

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2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment.

3. Clean all parts with water.

4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place.

5. Clean all parts of the washing ma-

chine, especially the nozzles in the top
of the washing-in chamber, with a
brush.

6. Insert the detergent dispenser drawer

in the guide rails and push it in.

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/LINEN 90
approx. 1/4 measuring cup of detergent.

°C or 95°C, press the button

5, add

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. Open the pump door.

4. Place a container close to the pump to

collect any spillage.

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5. Release the emergency emptying hose,

place it in the container and remove its
cap.

6. When no more water comes out,

unscrew the pump and remove it.
Always keep a rag nearby to dry up
spillage of water when removing the
pump.

7. Remove any objects from the pump

impeller by rotating it.

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8. Put the cap back on the emergency

emptying hose and place the latter
back in its seat.

9. Screw the pump fully in.

10. Close the pump door.
Warning!

When the appliance is in use and
depending on the programme selected
there 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. open the the pump door;

5. 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. When the bowl is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty the bowl.
Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out;

6. clean the pump if necessary as previously described;

Care and cleaning

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

8. screw the pump again and close the door.

Frost precautions

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

1. Close 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
the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the same some acoustic signals
sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is not working:

• E10 : problem with the water supply

• E20 : problem with the water draining

• E40 : door open.

Once the problem has been eliminated, press the button
after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.

Problem Possible cause/Solution

The door has not been closed. E40

• 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 main fuse has blown.

• Replace the fuse.

The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the
button

• Please turn the selector dial and press the button 7

again.

The Child Safety Lock has been activated.

• Deactivated this device.

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pilot light of button

7 to restart the programme. If

7 has not been depressed.

7 blinks, one of

The machine does not fill:

The water tap is closed. E10

• Open the water tap.

The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.

• Check the inlet hose connection.

The filter in the inlet hose is blocked.

• Clean the water inlet hose filter.

The door is not properly closed.

• Close the door firmly.

E40

E10

E10

Problem Possible cause/Solution

The machine fills then empties
immediately:

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

There is water on the floor:

What to do if...

The end of the drain hose is too low.

• Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage»
section.

The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20

• Check the drain hose connection.

The drain filter is clogged.

• 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.

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 inlet hose is damaged.

• Change it with a new one.

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

• Refit the cap on the emergency emptying hose or
screw the filter fully in.

E20

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Unsatisfactory washing results:

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

.

The correct temperature was not selected.

• Check if you have selected the correct temperature.

Excessive laundry load.

• Introduce into the drum less laundry.

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Problem Cause possible/Solution

The door will not open:

The machine vibrates or is noisy:

Spinning starts late or the machine
does not spin:

The programme is still running.

• Wait the end of washing cycle.

The door lock has not been released.

• Wait until the pilot light 8.2 has gone off.

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 electronic unbalance detection device has cut in
because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the
drum. The laundry is redistributed by reverse rotation
of the drum. This may happen several times before
the unbalance disappears and normal spinning can
resume. If, after some minutes, the laundry is still not
evenly distributed in the drum, the machine will not
spin.

• Redistribute the laundry.

No water is visible in the drum:

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

If you are unable to identify or solve the problem,

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make a note of the model, serial number and
purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre
will require this information.

Technical Data

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Dimensions

Electrical connection

Water supply pressure

Maximum Load

Spin Speed

Width
Height
Depth

60 cm
85 cm
63 cm

(door included)

Power supply
Voltage/frequency
Total power absorbed
Minimum fuse protection

Minimum
Maximum

220-230 V/50 Hz

2200 W

10 A

0,05 MPa
0,80 MPa

Cotton 7 kg

Maximum 1000 rpm

Consumption value

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Consumption value

Programme

White Cottons 95° 65 2.1
Cottons 60° 60 1.4
(*)Cotton ECO 60° 49 1.19
Cottons 40° 60 0.77
Synthetics 60° 57 1.05
Delicates 40° 63 0.6
Wool/ Handwash 40° 55 0.4

Water consumption

(litres)

Energy consumption

(KWh)

Programme duration

(in hours and minutes)

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 7 kg is the reference programme for the
data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.

control panel.

to the display on the

For the duration of the

programmes, please refer

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HEC0008

HEC0001

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, the inlet and the

draining hoses from the hose holders on the rear of the
appliance.

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3. Unscrew the three bolts.

Installation

HEC0010

HEC0005

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4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers.

5. Open the porthole and remove the polystyrene block fitted

on the door seal.

6. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with

the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag
containing the instruction booklet.

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

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.

HEC007S

Installation

HEC0025

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.

Water inlet

The inlet hose is already screwed on the back of the appliance.

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

1. 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.

2. This appliance must be connected to a cold water

supply. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4”
thread. 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.

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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.

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P1118

The drain hose must not be kinked.

Important!

The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain
hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre.

Electrical connection

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.

Installation

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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