AEG L7FE7261BI User Manual

L7FE7261BI

USER MANUAL

EN User Manual

Washing Machine

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CONTENTS

1.	SAFETY INFORMATION.............................................................................................		3
2.	SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.............................................................................................		4
3.	PRODUCT DESCRIPTION...........................................................................................		6
4.	TECHNICAL DATA......................................................................................................		7
5.	INSTALLATION............................................................................................................		7
6.	CONTROL PANEL.....................................................................................................		18
7.	DIAL AND BUTTONS................................................................................................		20
8.	PROGRAMMES..........................................................................................................		23
9.	SETTINGS...................................................................................................................		28
10.		BEFORE FIRST USE.................................................................................................	29
11.		DAILY USE................................................................................................................	29
12.		HINTS AND TIPS.....................................................................................................	33
13.		CARE AND CLEANING..........................................................................................	35
14.		TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................	40
15.		CONSUMPTION VALUES.......................................................................................	44

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CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE

Always use original spare parts.

When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial Number.

The information can be found on the rating plate. Warning / Caution-Safety information

General information and tips Environmental information

Subject to change without notice.

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1. SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.

1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety

•This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

•Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.

•Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised.

•Do not let children play with the appliance.

•Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it appropriately.

•Keep detergents away from children.

•Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the door is open.

•If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be activated.

•Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

1.2 General Safety

•Do not change the specification of this appliance.

•This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as:

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–staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working environments;

–by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential type environments;

–areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes.

•Do not exceed the maximum load of 7 kg (refer to the "Programme chart" chapter).

•The operating water pressure at the water entry point from the outlet connection must be between 0.5 bar (0.05 MPa) and 8 bar (0.8 MPa).

•The ventilation opening in the base must not be covered by a carpet, mat, or any floor covering.

•The appliance must be connected to the water mains using the new supplied hose sets, or other new hose sets supplied by the Authorised Service Centre.

•Old hose sets must not be reused.

•If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or similarly qualified persons to avoid an electrical hazard.

•Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

•Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to clean the appliance.

•Clean the appliance with a moist cloth. Use only neutral detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning pads, solvents or metal objects.

2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

2.1 Installation

The installation must comply with relevant national regulations.

•Remove all the packaging and the transit bolts including rubber bush with plastic spacer.

•Keep the transit bolts in a safe place. If the appliance is to be moved in the future they must be reattached to lock the drum to prevent an internal damage.

•Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.

•Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.

•Do not use the appliance before installing it in the built-in structure due to safety manner.

•Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

•Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature can be less than 0°C or where it is exposed to the weather.

•The floor area on which the appliance is to be installed must be flat, stable, heat resistant and clean.

•Make sure that there is air circulation between the appliance and the floor.

•When the appliance is in its permanent position, check if it is levelled correctly with the aid of a spirit level. If it is not, adjust the feet accordingly.

•Do not install the appliance directly above a floor drain.

•Do not spray water on the appliance and do not expose it to excessive humidity.

•Do not install the appliance where the appliance door cannot be fully opened.

•Do not put a closed container to collect possible water leakage under the appliance. Contact the Authorised Service Centre to ensure which accessories can be used.

2.2 Electrical connection

WARNING!

Risk of fire and electric shock.

•The appliance must be earthed.

•Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.

•Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.

•Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.

•Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug and to the mains cable. Should the mains cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by our Authorised Service Centre.

•Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the installation. Make sure that there is

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access to the mains plug after the installation.

•Do not touch the mains cable or the mains plug with wet hands.

•Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

•This appliance is fitted with a 13 A mains plug. If it is necessary to change the mains plug fuse, use only a 13 A ASTA (BS 1362) fuse (UK and Ireland only).

2.3 Water connection

•Do not cause damage to the water hoses.

•Before connection to new pipes, pipes not used for a long time, where repair work has been carried out or new devices fitted (water meters, etc.), let the water flow until it is clean and clear.

•Ensure that there are no visible water leaks during and after the first use of the appliance.

•Do not use an extension hose if the inlet hose is too short. Contact the Authorised Service Centre for the replacement of the inlet hose.

•When unpacking the appliance, It is possible to see water flowing from the drain hose. This is due to the testing of the appliance with the use of water in the factory.

•You can extend the drain hose to maximum 400 cm. Contact the Authorised Service Centre for the other drain hose and the extension.

•Make sure that there is access to the tap after the installation.

2.4 Use

WARNING!

Risk of injury, electric shock, fire, burns or damage to the appliance.

•Follow the safety instructions on the detergent packaging.

•Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.

•Do not wash fabrics which are heavily soiled with oil, grease or other greasy substances. It can damage rubber

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parts of the washing machine. Prewash such fabrics by hand before loading them into the washing machine.

•Do not touch the glass door while a programme operates. The glass can get hot.

•Make sure that all metal objects are removed from the laundry.

2.5 Service

•To repair the appliance contact the Authorised Service Centre. Use original spare parts only.

•Please note that self-repair or nonprofessional repair can have safety consequences and might void the guarantee.

•The following spare parts will be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued: motor and motor brushes, transmission between motor and drum, pumps, shock absorbers and springs, washing drum, drum spider and related ball bearings, heaters and heating elements, including heat pumps, piping and related equipment including hoses, valves, filters and

aquastops, printed circuit boards, electronic displays, pressure switches, thermostats and sensors, software and firmware including reset software, door, door hinge and seals, other seals, door locking assembly, plastic peripherals such as detergent dispensers. Please note that some of these spare parts are only available to professional repairers, and that not all spare parts are relevant for all models.

2.6 Disposal

WARNING!

Risk of injury or suffocation.

•Disconnect the appliance from the mains electrical and water supplies.

•Cut off the mains electrical cable close to the appliance and dispose of it.

•Remove the door catch to prevent children or pets from becoming trapped in the drum.

•Dispose of the appliance in accordance with local requirements for the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

3. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

3.1 Appliance overview

1		2		3		10		11		12

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5

6

7

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Hinge supports

Detergent dispenser

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	Control panel		Front feet for levelling the appliance
	Magnetic plate		Drain hose
	Door handle		Mains cable
	Rating plate		Inlet hose connection
	Plate with rubber beater		Back feet for levelling the appliance
	Drain pump filter

A B

C D

MOD. XXXXXXXXX

PROD.NO. 910000000 00

000V ~ 00HZ 0000 W

00A

00000000

The rating plate reports the model name (A), product number (B), electrical ratings (C) and serial number (D).

4. TECHNICAL DATA

Dimension	Width/ Height/ Total depth	59.6 cm /81.9 cm /55.3 cm
Electrical connection	Voltage	230-240 V
	Overall power	2200 W
	Fuse	13 A
	Frequency	50 Hz
Level of protection against ingress of solid particles and		IPX4
moisture ensured by the protective cover, except where
the low voltage equipment has no protection against
moisture
Water supply pressure	Minimum	0.5 bar (0.05 MPa)
1)	Maximum	8 bar (0.8 MPa)
Water supply 2)		Cold water
Maximum Load	Cotton	7 kg
Spin Speed	Maximum spin speed	1151 rpm

1)The appliance works correctly if the water pressure is not lower than 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar). If you cannot connect the water inlet hose to the cold water tap of the primary hydraulic system, connect it to your domestic cold water storage system. Make sure not to exceed a distance of 5.02 m (16.5 ft) between the appliance inlet hose and the bottom of the water storage tank.

2)Connect the water inlet hose to a water tap with a 3/4'' thread.

5.INSTALLATION

WARNING!

Refer to Safety chapters.

5.1 Be prepared for installation

It is recommended that installation is carried out by two persons.

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5.3 Unpacking

5.2 The appliance is equipped

with ...

A	B	C	D	E
X4	X2	X1	X1	X1
F	G		H	L
X1	X2		X1	X1
	X1	X2

WARNING!

Use the gloves.

WARNING!

Remove all the packaging and the transit bolts before installing the appliance.

1. Put two polystyrene packaging elements on the floor under the appliance.

WARNING!

It is strongly recommended that this action is carries out by two persons.

2. Carefully put the appliance down on its rear side.

Make sure not to damage the hoses.

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3. Remove the polystyrene protection from the bottom.

4. Return the appliance in vertical position and remove the socket polystyrene protection.

5. Remove the power supply cable and the drain hose from the hose holders.

It is possible to see water flowing from the drain hose. This is due to the testing with water of the appliance in factory.

6. Remove the three bolts, the hose holders and plastic spacers by using the spanner supplied with the appliance.

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F

G

7. Close the holes with the plastic caps you find in the user manual bag. Put the smallest cap F in upper hole and the two bigger caps G in lower holes.

We recommend that you keep the packaging and the transit bolts for any movement of the appliance.

5.4 Installation on suspended flooring

Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration.

To limit vibration we recommend placing a waterproof wooden panel, at least 15

mm thick, under the appliance. It should be screwed to at least 2 floor beams and should extend beyond the front feet.

If possible, install the appliance where the floor is more stable.

5.5 Positioning and levelling
	1. Install the appliance on a flat hard floor.
	WARNING!
	Make sure that carpets do not
	stop the air circulation below
	the appliance.
	Bring the appliance near the
	furniture recess before
	levelling it. For more details,
	refer to paragraph "Building
	in".
	2. Loosen or tighten the feet to adjust the
X4	level.
	A correct adjustment of the
	appliance level prevents the
	vibration, noise and the
	movement of the appliance
	when in operation.

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The appliance must be level and stable.

CAUTION!

Do not put cardboard, wood or equivalent materials below the appliance feet to adjust the level.

5.6 Hose and cable connection

1100 MM	1450 MM
1230 MM	960 MM

1000 MM	600 MM
MAX	MIN.

900 MM

1360 MM

600 MM	1000 MM
MIN.	MAX

The inlet hose

1. Remove the inlet hose from inside the drum.

2. To connect the water inlet hose towards the proper direction and with the proper inclination, check the position of the water tap before connecting it to the back of the appliance.

Make sure the hose is nor kinked, squashed but neither tensed.

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3.Connect the hose to the back of the appliance. Do not turn the inlet hose downwards, but turn it left or right depending on the position of your water tap.

4.Loosen the ring nut to fix it in the correct position.

5. Connect the water inlet hose to the cold water tap with 3/4 thread.

WARNING!

Make sure that there are no leaks from the couplings.

Use the hose supplied with appliance.

Do not use an extension hose if the inlet hose is too short. Contact the Authorised Service Centre for an inlet hose replacement.

Water drainage

The drain hose can be connected:

Ø 40 MM

To a stand pipe with vent-hole

Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less than 60 cm (23.6”) and not more than 100 cm (39.3”).

The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated , i.e. the inner diameter of the drain pipe (min. 40 mm - min. 1.6”) must be larger than the external diameter of the drain hose.

MAX.600 MM

L

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To a sink spigot

Put the drain hose in the spigot and tighten it with the supplied cable tie L.

Make sure that the drain hose makes a loop to prevent particles going into the appliance from the sink.

To a wall-pipe

Directly to a built-in drain pipe in the room wall and tighten it with the supplied cable tie

L.

You can extend the drain hose to maximum 400 cm. Contact the service centre for the other drain hose and the extension.

5.7 Building in

MIN.600 MM
MIN.
560 MM
MIN.
820 MM	16-22 MM

This appliance has been designed to be built into the kitchen furniture. See the minimum recess dimensions in the drawings.

596 MM	553 MM

50 MM	819 MM

50 MM

140 MM 76 MM

If hoses run behind the appliance, make sure that nothing closes the small recess indicated with the measures 50 x 50 mm.

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The appliance is also equipped with an adhesive sponge pad H that you can find inside the drum.

Attach it on the top of the appliance where indicated in the drawing.

When levelling the appliance under the furniture, DO NOT squeeze the sponge pad.

Before proceeding with appliance building in, bring it near the recess and preposition the inlet hose, the drain hose and the mains cable.

WARNING!

Make sure they are not kinked or squashed.

5.8 Installing anti-tilting device (Accessory)

Install this accessory in case of risk of appliance tilting only.

If the height of the counter is 820 mm or lower, you cannot install the antitilting device.

1. Remove the screws of the top cover on the rear of the appliance and install the antitilting device as shown in the drawing.

~10MM

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2. Adjust the anti-tilting device so that the distance from the counter is 10mm. Loosen the nut counterclockwise with a 3mm wrench. Adjust the height and turn the nut clockwise to fix it.

5.9 Preparation and assembly of the cupboard door

The dimensions of the cupboard door should be:

•width min. 595 - max. 598 mm;

•thickness 16-22 mm.

Factory pre setting

The appliance is originally pre set for the assembly of a cupboard door opening from right to left.

The best solution would be to screw the upper hinge to the upper hole of the top plate and the lower hinge to the lower hole of the bottom plate.

Reversibility of the cupboard door

Carry out the cupboard door reversibility before the appliance is built in completely.