AEG LAV86744-W, LAV86740-W, LAVEURO1500, LAV86748-W User Manual
ÖKO-LAVAMAT 86740 updatee
The Environmentally-Friendly Washing
Machine
User Information
Dear customer,
Please read this user information carefully.
In particular, pay attention to the section ”Safety” on the first pages.
Keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on
to any subsequent owners of the unit.
Points which are necessary for your safety or which are important for
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the unit's functional capability are highlighted by a warning triangle
and/or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!). Always remember.
0 1. This symbol guides you step by step in operating the unit.
2. ...
After this symbol you will find detailed information on operation and
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practical use of the unit.
The clover leaf indicates tips and information on the economical and
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environmentally-responsible use of the unit.
This user information contains information on remedying any faults
which may occur, see the section ”What to do if ...”.
Printed on recycled paper.
Those who think ecologically act ecologically ...
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Contents
Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Environmental Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Unit Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Front View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Programme knob . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Additional programme buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programmable functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Consumption values and time requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wash Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
What does “UPDATE” mean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Water Protection Aqua Control + Aqua Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Before the first wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Preparing a Wash Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Sorting and preparing a wash load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Types of washing and care symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Washing Detergents and Care Agents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Which washing detergent and care agent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
How much washing detergent and care agent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Water Softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Carrying out a wash cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Brief instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the wash programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting the delay timer/soaking time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Opening and Closing the Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Putting in the washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Add Washing Detergent/Care Agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Starting the wash program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Sequence of the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Wash cycle ended/Remove washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Programme tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Separates Rinsing/Conditioner/Starching/Impregnation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Separates Spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Washing Detergent Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Washing Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Cleaning the drain pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Remedying Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
If the washing result is not satisfactory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Additional rinse cycle (RINCAGE+/ SPÜLEN+, RINCAGE+) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Water cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Additional rinse cycle and water cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Variomatic-loose spinning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Programme security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Child Safety Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Setting up and connection instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Safety Instructions for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Setting Up the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Transporting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Remove the Transport Safeguard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Prepare the Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Setting Up on a Vibrating floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Compensate for Floor Unevenness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
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Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Water Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Permissible Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Water Inflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Water Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Delivery Heads over 1m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Customer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
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Instructions for use
Instructions for use
1 Safety
The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised
technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility
to inform you of the following safety information.
Before Putting into Operation for the First Time
• Refer to the ”Installation and Connection Instructions” later in this
user information.
• When the unit is delivered in winter months with minus temperatures: Store the washing machine for 24 hours at room temperature
before putting it into operation.
Correct Use
• The washing machine is only designed for normal domestic washing.
If the unit is used for purposes other than that for which it is designed, the manufacturer can accept no liability for any resulting
damages.
• For safety reasons, conversions or modifications to the washing machine are not permissible.
• Use only detergents which are suitable for washing machines. Follow
the washing detergent manufacturer's instructions.
• The washing must not contain any flammable solvents. Also remember this when washing pre-cleaned washing.
• Do not use the washing machine for chemical cleaning.
• Dyes/dye removers may only be used in washing machines if the
manufacturer expressly allows these products. We cannot be held liable for any resulting damage.
• Use only water from the water mains. Use rainwater or service water
only if it meets the requirements outlined in DIN1986 and DIN1988.
• Frost damage is not covered by the warranty! If the washing machine
is in a room which is at risk from frost, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a frost risk (see the section
”Carry Out Emergency Emptying”).
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Child Safety
• Packaging components (e.g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to
children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children.
• Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling
electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary supervision during operation and do not allow children to play with the washing machine – there is a risk that children can get trapped inside.
• Ensure that children or small animals cannot climb into the washing
machine's drum.
• When disposing of the washing machine: Pull out the mains plug, destroy the door lock, cut off the electrical supply lead and throw away
the plug and the left-over cable. This means that children at play
cannot shut themselves inside and in so doing be in danger.
General Safety
• Repairs to the washing machine may only be carried out by skilled
persons. Incorrect repairs can cause significant hazards. If repairs are
necessary, consult our Customer Service or your specialist dealer.
• Never put the washing machine into operation if the mains cable is
damaged or if the control panel, work top or base area are damaged
in such a way that the inside of the unit is open and accessible.
• Switch off the washing machine before carrying out cleaning, care
and maintenance work. Also pull the mains plug out of the socket or,
– if it is permanently connected, – switch off the LS switch in the
fuse box or completely unscrew the screw-in fuse.
• Never pull the cable to remove the plug from the socket. Always pull
the plug itself.
• Multiple connectors, couplings and extension cables must not be
used. There is a fire risk with overheating!
• Do not spray down the washing machine with a water jet. Electric
shock risk!
• The glass in the filling door becomes hot in the case of washing programs with high temperatures. Do not touch!
• Allow the washing solution to cool down before emergency emptying
of the unit, before cleaning or before emergency opening of the filling door.
• Small animals can chew the power cables and water hoses. Risk of
electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away
from the washing machine.
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Instructions for use
2 Disposal
Dispose the packing material!
Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packaging materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recycled.
• Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations:
>PE< for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material
>PS< for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-free)
>POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g. plastic clips
• Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper and
should be deposited in the waste paper collection for recycling.
Dispose the old appliance!
When you finally put your appliance out of operation,
please bring it to your nearest recycling centre or to your dealer.
2 Environmental Tips
• You do not need to use a pre wash cycle or soak for washing with average soiling. This saves detergent, water and time (and protects the
environment).
• When loaded to the capacities indicated the washing machine is especially efficient.
• For small loads, use only one half to two thirds of the recommended
quantity of detergent.
• By pre-treating stains and marks you will be able to wash at a lower
temperature.
• It is often possible to wash without using softener. Give it a try! If
you use a drier, your washing will be soft and fluffy even without a
softener.
• For medium to high water hardness (from hardness range II, see “Detergents and Conditioners”) you should use water softener. The
detergent can then always be dosed as for hardness range I (= soft).
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Unit Description
Front View
Drawer for
washing
powder and
care agent
Screw feet
(height-adjustable);
rear left:
Automatic
adjustment foot
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Control panel
Rating plate
(behind filling
door)
Filling door
Flap in front of
solution pump
Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent
Main detergent
(powder) and
water-softener
if required
In-wash stain treatment
Pre-wash
detergent/
soaking agent
or water-softener
Liquid care agent
(conditioner,
finisher, starch)
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Control Panel
Button Spin speed/RINSE
HOLD
Additional programme-
Options
Button DOOR/LIGHT
Multi display
ButtonDELAY TIMER
Programme knob
The programme knob determines
the type of the washing cycle
(e. g. water level, drum movement, number of rinse cycles,
spinspeed) depending on the
type of washing to be handled,
as well as the water temperature.
Program
progress-Display
Programme knob
Button
START/
PAUSE
Display OVERDOSING
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OFF (AUS, ARRET)
switches the washing machine
Off; in all other positions the
machine is switched On.
For correcting accidentally selected programme settings, turn the
programme knob to the OFF (AUS, ARRET) position. The washing machine returns to the Off condition again.
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARE (KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
Wash programme from 20 °C to95 °C can be used universally for cotton/linen, easy-care (e.g. cotton/polyester) and synthetics. The washing
programme adapts itself to the various types of types of weaves and
amount of filling. For mostly cotton/linen, the programme for cotton/
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linen will be carriedout; for mostly synthetics, a programme for easycare washing. For purely easy-care loading, the amount of filling should
not exceed 2.5 kg in order to prevent increased creasing build-up.
STARCHING (STÄRKEN, AMIDON.)
Separate rinse, separate Conditioning, separate impregnation of wet
washing (1 rinse cycle, fluid conditioner from the compartment æ is
rinsed in, spin).
Do not pour conditioner into the compartment if a separate spin cycle
is to be carried out.
PUMP OUT (PUMPEN, VIDANGE)
Pumping out the water after a rinse stop (without spinning).
Rinse stop means: the washing remains in the last rinse water, it is not
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spun.
SPIN (SCHLEUDERN, ESSORAGE)
Pumping out the water after a rinse stop and spin, or separate spinning
of hand washed cotton/linen and easy-care washing.
GENTLE SPIN (SCHONSCHLEUDERN, ESSORAGE DELICAT)
Pumping out the water after a rinse stop and gentle spin or separate
gentle spin of delicate textiles (delicate washing, wool) at low speed.
DELICATE WASHING (FEINWÄSCHE, DELICAT)
Wash program for delicate washing at 30 °C or 40 °C.
WOOL (WOLLE, LAINE)/ P (Hand wash program)
Wash programme (cold to 40 °C) for machine machine-washable wool
as well as for handwashable wool textiles with the easy-care symbol
ï (Handwash programme).
SILK (SEIDE, SOIE)/ P (handwash)
Wash programme at 30 °C for hand- and machine-washable silk.
As silk is a very delicate textile, we recommend washing only one article
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of clothing, if possible, and on no account washing it together with
other textiles. For extremely delicate silk textiles, it is possible to obtain
an even more gentle handling by using the ECO TIME (ZEIT SPAREN,
ECO TIME) button.
FASHION (FASHION, LINGE)
Especially gentle programme at 40 °C for modern textilessuch as
Viskose, Modal, Cupro, Lyocell, with more gentle handling than with the
DELICATE (FEINWÄSCHE, DELICAT) programme and moreintensive
cleaning effect than with the hand wash programme.
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REFRESH (AUFFRISCHEN, RAFRAICHIR)
Ca. 20-minute special programme at 30 °C for short wash cycle washing of textiles, such as sports clothing that has only been worn once
and is only lightly soiled.
EASY IRON (LEICHTBÜGELN, FACILE A REPASSER)
Wash programme at 40 °C for easy-care textiles that will only need to
be lightly ironed or not at all after this programme.
ENERGY SAVING (ENERGIESPAREN, ECONOMIQUE)
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Special energy and water saving programme at ca. 60 °C for lightly or
normally soiled cotton/linenwith increased washing time.
Additional programme buttons
The purpose of the additional programme buttons is
to adapt the washing programme to the degree of
soiling of the washing. For normally soiled
washing, additional programs such as PREWASH
(VORWÄSCHE, PRELAV.) and STAINS (FLECKEN,
TACHES) are not necessary.
Depending on the programme, various functions
can be combined.
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PRE WASH (VORWÄSCHE, PRELAV.)
(Pre wash/Soaking)
Cold pre wash before the subsequent automatic main wash cycle.
With button DELAY TIMER will soak the pre wash for heating.
DELICATE (FEINWÄSCHE, DELICAT)
Special additional programme with significantly higher rinse effect
(special spin cycle) with simultaneously improved weave care (reduced
drum movement). Ideal, if washing is to be carried out often, e.g. for
over-sensitive skin. RINSE+ (SPÜLEN+, RINCAGE+) can additionally be
selected.
STAINS (FLECKEN, TACHES)
For handling strongly soiled or stained washing. (Stainssalt or tabs are
rinsed in a time optimized manner during the programme cycle).
When setting WOOL (WOLLE, LAINE) /P (handwash programme) the
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additional programmes cannot be selected with the buttons.
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ECO TIME (ZEIT SPAREN, ECO TIME)
Shortened washing programme for less soiled washing can be selected
in three levels for the programme COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE (KOCH/
BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT, BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES) and in
two levels for other programmes.
Programme duration
Programme
COTTON/LINEN,EASYCARE
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
at 60 °C
Other programmes,
e.g. DELICATE WASH
(FEINWÄSCHE, DELICAT)
at 30 °C
Without
ECO TIME
(ZEIT SPAREN,
ECO TIME)
Press but-
119 Mi n 91 Min 63 Min
68 Min 52 Min -
With
ECO TIME
(ZEIT SPAREN,
ECO TIME)
ton 1x
Press but-
ton 2x
Programmable functions
The programmable functions of additional rinsing (RINSE+/SPÜLEN+,
RINCAGE+), water cooling and Variomatic-lightspinning are described
in the chapter „What to do if...“.
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Consumption values and time requirements
The values for selected programmes in the following table were determined under normal conditions. Besides the selected settings
(additional functions), the consumption values also depend on other
conditions such as water temperature or the washing powder/liquid
used. However, they provide a helpful guide for operation in the
household
Programme knob
(Temperature)
ENERGY SAVING
(ENERGIESPAREN, ECONOMIQUE)
COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 95
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 60
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 40
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 60
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
ECO TIME press 1x
COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 40
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
ECO TIME press 1x
1)
1)
1)
Type
of textile
Cotton 5 39 0.89 120
Cotton 5 42 1.80 148
Cotton 5 42 0.95 11 9
Cotton 5 49 0.55 11 6
Synthetics 2,5 48 0.70 91
Synthetics 2,5 48 0.50 88
Filling
quantity
in kg
Water
in
Litres
Energy
in
kWh
Time in
minutes
COTTON/LINEN, EASY CARE 40
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES)
ECO TIME press 2x
DELICATES 30 (FEINWÄSCHE, DELICAT) Synthetics 2.5 54 0.35 68
WOOL (WOLLE, LAINE) P (Handwash) 30 2 42 0.16 35
1) Remarks: Programme setting for testing in accordance with or in similarity to
EN 60 456 and IEC 60 456.
Synthetics 2.5 42 0.50 59
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Wash Time Display
The wash times for the wash programmes
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depend on the usual washing practice and
the ambient conditions at the place of installation. The washing type and quantity,
the type of washing detergent, the water temperature and the room
temperature etc. can influence the duration of the wash programme.
What does “UPDATE” mean?
The wash programmes in your washing machine are controlled by software.
New types of fabric or new detergents may require new wash programmes in the future. In most cases, the software can be adapted to
this.
For further information on a possible “update” please contact customer
service.
Water Protection Aqua Control +
Aqua Alarm
In the event of damage to the supply hose, the system blocks the further supply of water to the unit directly st the water tap.
If water escapes elsewhere, the drainage pump automatically pumps
off – even if the unit is switched off. The washing machine merely has
to be connected to the electricity mains. When the water protection
system responds, a warning signal sounds at the same time.
Before the first wash
0 Carry out a wash cycle without washing;
Programme COTTON/LINEN (KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT, BLANC/
COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES) 95, with half the washing powder/liquidquantity. In this way, manufacturing remains in the drum and water
container will be removed.
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Instructions for use
Preparing a Wash LoadLoad
Sorting and preparing a wash load
• Sort the washing according to care symbol (see “Washing Types and
Care Symbols”).
• Empty all pockets.
• Remove metal objects (paper clips, safety pins etc.).
• In order to prevent the washing tangling and being damaged: close
zippers, button up duvet covers and pillow cases, and tie up loose
straps such as from aprons.
• Turn articles with double layered fabric inside out (sleeping bags,
anoraks etc.).
• In the case of knitted coloured fabrics and also wool and fabrics with
jewellery attached: turn inside out.
• Place small and delicate articles (baby booties, stockings, bras etc.)
into a washing net, a pillow case with zipper, or in large socks before
washing.
• Handle curtains with particular care. Metal fittings or burred, plastic
fittings must be removed or tied into a net or bag. We cannot accept
liability for damage.
• Do not wash coloured and white washing together. This could transfer colour to white washing or turn it grey.
• New coloured items often have an excess of colour. It is better to
wash such items separately the first time.
• Mix small and large items of washing. This improves the wash efficiency and the washing is more evenly distributed during the spin cycle.
• Shake out washing before placing into the washing machine.
• Do not place folded washing into the drum.
• Observe such washing instructions as “wash separately” and “wash
separately several times”!
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Instructions for use
Types of washing and care symbols
The care symbols help in the selection of the correct wash programmes.
The washing should be sorted according to type and care symbols. The
temperature information on the care symbols are always maximum
values.
Cottons ç
Textiles of Cotton and Linens with this care symbol are resistant to mechanical loading and high temperatures. For this type of washing the
programme COTTON/LINEN EASY-CARE (KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES) is suitable.
Linenèë
Textiles of cotton and linen with this care symbol are resistant to mechanical loading. For this type of washing the programme
COTTON/LINEN EASY-CARE (KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES) is suitable.
Easy-care washing êí
Textiles such as reinforced cotton, cotton-wool mixtures and synthetics
with this care symbol demand a mechanically milder handling. For
these type of washing the programmes CONNTON/LINEN, EASY CARE
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT,
BLANC/COULEURS, TEXTILES MELANGES) and EASY IRON
(LEICHTBÜGELN, FACILE A REPASSER) are avaIlable.
Delicatesì
Textiles such as layered fibres, micro-fibres, synthetics and Curtains with
this care symbol need a caring handling. For these types of washing the
programme DELICATE (FEINWÄSCHE, DELICAT) is suitable.
Viskose íì
Modern textiles such as viskose, cupro, lyocell, modal, among others require a particularly caring handling. For these types of washing the
programme FASHION (FASHION, LINGE) is suitable.
Wool, Silk and specially delicate wash 9ìï
Textiles such as wool, wool mixtures and silk with this care symbolare
particularly sensitive to mechanical loading. For textiles of this sort the
programme WOOL (WOLLE, LAINE)/P (handwash) and SILK (SEIDE,
SOIE)/P (handwash) are
suitable.
Caution! Textiles with care symbols ñ (Do not wash!) must not be
washed in the washing machine!
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Instructions for use
Washing Detergents and Care Agents
Which washing detergent and care agent?
Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use
in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
How much washing detergent and care agent?
The amount to be used depends on:
• the dirtiness of the washing
• the hardness category of the mains water supply
• the filling quantity
If the detergent manufacturer gives no details of the dosing quantities
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for minimum loads, add one third less for half loads and, in the case of
very small loads and for EASY IRON (LEICHTBÜGELN, FACILE A
REPASSER), only half the amount of detergent recommended for a full
load.
Refer to the detergent/care agent manufacturer's instructions on use
and dosage.
Water Softener
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For medium to high water hardness (hardness category II or higher) you
should use water softener. Pay attention to the manufacturer's instructions. Always then meter detergent for hardness category I (= soft). The
responsible water works can provide information on the local water
hardness.
Since the water softener is added before the main washing detergent,
2
(water pre-softening), eighty percent of the softener quantity stated on
the package is sufficient.
Water Hardness Details
Water Hardness °dH
Hardness Category
I – soft 0 - 7 up to 1.3
II – medium hard 7 - 14 1.3 - 2.5
III – hard 14 - 21 2.5 - 3.8
IV – very hard over 21 over 3.8
(degrees German
hardness)
Water Hardness in mmol/l
(millimol per litre)
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