AEG LAV40800, LAV4650 User Manual

ÖKO_LAVAMAT 4650
sensortronic

La lavanbiancheria che rispetta l'ambiente

The automatic washing machine which
takes care of the environment

Istruzioni per l'uso

Instructions for use

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Printed on biodegradable paper

He who believes in ecology, acts accordingly

Contents

Safety instructions

Before using your machine for the first time 36
Safety Instructions for the user 36/37

The ÖKO-system

The packing 38

For the sake of the environment ...

ÖKO-Tips for economical washing 39

Description of the machine

Equipment 40/41
The compartment for detergent and additives 42

Summary of instructions for use 43

Before the wash

Sorting the wash 44
Pre-wash treatment 45
Particular care for certain fabrics 45
Machine loads 45
Opening the automatic washing machine 46
Loading the machine 46

Detergent

Choosing a detergent 47
Quantity of detergent 48
Water pre-softening 49
Adding the detergent 50

Programme selection

Programme selector/Temperature selector 51
Programme indicator 52
Push buttons 52/53

On completion of wash 54
Special rinsing 55
List of programmes 56/57
Consumption and times 58
Maintenance and care of the machine 59/60
What to do if ... 61/62
Customer Service 63
Technical data 64

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Safety instructions

Before using
your machine for
the first time

Safety instruc­tions for the user

- Follow the installation and connection instructions

- Do not connect a damaged machine (e.g. damaged
during transport)

- Small quantities of water in the detergent/additive
compartment are due to factory tests

- To remove residue from manufacturing in the wash drum
and dispenser compartment, a wash programme without
clothes should be carried out - e.g. colour wash 60°C with
a 1/2 measuring beaker of detergent.

The safety of AEG electrical appliances is in conformity with
recognized technical standards and current legislation.
Nevertheless, we feel obliged to point out to you and other
possible users the following :

- Ensure before switching on the machine that the nominal

voltage and current type indicated on the manufacturer’s
plate correspond with the voltage and current type where
the machine is to be used. The necessary fuse protection
should also be read off the rating plate.

- If your ÖKO-LAVAMAT is in a room subject to temperatures

below freezing, the water must be removed from the
machine should the danger of freezing be expected.

- Before cleaning, care and maintenance, ensure that the

machine is switched off. You are completely safe if you
remove the plug from the power-point, or, in the case of

a fixed installation, when the circuit breaker is open or the

cartridge-fuse is completely removed (see installation

and connection instructions).

- Never spray the machine with a jet of water.

- Never pull the plug out by pulling on the cord, but rather

on the plug itself.

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- Do not switch the machine on if
the electrical cord is damaged, or
if the machine shows signs of damage to the
control panel, the work surface or the base

- Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried

out by qualified personnel. Incorrect repairs can result
in considerable danger for the user. Please only
contact our factory customer service or a repair
workshop approved by us. Only original AEG spare
parts fulfil all requirements.

- Do not allow children to play with the machine, and

keep domestic animals away from it.

- When disposing of the machine in a proper manner,

destroy the door locks and cut off the power supply
cord.

- If the machine is improperly used or incorrectly operated,

no responsibility can be accepted for possible damage.

- Securely attach the discharge hose to avoid the risk of

scalding and overflow.

- In case of breakdown, close the water tap and

disconnect the machine from the power supply. The
machine is disconnected when the plug is removed or
the circuit-breaker(s) is (are) opened.

- Keep packing parts away from small children. The

plastic sheeting is particularly dangerous.

- If you are washing pre-cleaned garments, flammable

cleaning spirits must be completely evaporated.

- Do not use the machine for dry cleaning.

- If the machine is not connected to the potable water

supply, but to a rainwater or similar supply, please
observe the corresponding instructions.

- CE This appliance complies with the following EC

Directives :

- 72/23/EEC of 19.02.1973 - Low-Voltage Directive

- 89/336/EEC of 03.05.1989 (including Amentment
Directive 92/31/EEG) - EMC-richtlijn.

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The ÖKO-system

Your new ÖKO LAVAMAT from the AEG ÖKO System
fulfils all current and future requirements of modern wash
care and enables an individual and multiple choice of
programmes.
The most economical use of water, power and detergent
contributes to environmental relief and ensures the best
economy.

The special
spin-dry
system

Ribs

Water pre­softening

Automatic
water level
control

Packing

The electronically controlled high speed spin dry cycle
with intermediate spins after the main wash and the 3
rinse cycles for high temperature and colour wash
programmes ensures very low water consumption.
After the wash cycle, the spin cycle is controlled by the
suds recognition system. If necessary, the spin cycle is
stopped until the suds have been pumped away.
A special rinse cycle can be added.

The ribs in the wash drum continuously carry the water to
the top. This ensures an intense and balanced soaking of
the wash.

Water pre-softening through a two-stage addition of special
softener and detergent enables ecological washing in
hard water areas.

The automatic water level control matches water
consumption to the quantity of the wash and type of fabric.

All materials used are biodegradable. They can be
disposed of without danger or burnt in rubbish
incinerators.
Note on the materials : the plastics can be used again

and are marked as follows: >PE< for polyethylene, e.g.
the outer covering and the bags on the inside. >PS< for
polystyrol foam, e.g. the padding, totally free from FCKW.
The carton is made from used paper and should be
deposited in the used paper collection.

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For the sake of the environment ...

These instructions will help you to act in an environmentally
conscious manner :

For normally soiled washes, programmes without pre­wash are provided. Compared to a programme with
pre-wash, you save on water and detergent.
Only use detergent with bleach additive if the wash is
soiled with spots which can be bleached. Bleaches are
particularly effective at high temperatures.
Consumption of the machine is most favourable when
it is full.
For light to normally soiled washes, the saving
programme is often sufficient; it uses lower
temperatures which are maintained for longer periods.
Spots and stains can be removed by appropriate pre­treatment. This saves a programme for heavily soiled
clothes.
Use the detergent exactly as advised by the manufac­turer. Too much "wates" your money and is bad for
the environment. Follow the instructions for lightly
soiled garments.
Savings on detergent and for the environment may also
be achieved if with medium to hard water you add
sufficient detergent for soft water and then add
separately a softener. This relieves our waters of a
certain amount of chemicals.
Use fabric softener only when necessary, e.g. with
synthetic mixed fabrics, to avoid static charging. If you
use a dryer, your wash will be soft and fluffy even
without fabric softener.

ÖKO tips for
economic
washing

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Machine description

Equipment

A

E

F

G

D

J

H

I

B

C

A Control Panel
B Programme selector with programme indicator
C Temperature selector
D SOAKING button
E SHORT CYCLE button
F Spin speed reduction button 900/700 r.p.m.
G Pilot light
H SYNTHETICS wash button
I INTENSIVE button
J On/off button

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C

B

A

Equipment

D

A Control Panel

B Lid

C Handle for opening lid

D Trap door for lint filter

E Lever for castors

E

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The
compartment for
detergent and
additives

I
H

G

F

F Compartment for Softener or pre-wash detergent

G Detergent compartment for main wash

H Bleach compartment

I Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener,

fabric conditioner, starch)

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