AEG LAVR2650 User Manual
LAVAMAT REGINA 2850 update
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 Selector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Programme Option Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Programmable Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Consumption Values and Wash Times . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Wash Time Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
What does “UPDATE” mean? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Water Protection Aqua Control + Aqua Alarm . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Before the First Wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Preparing a Wash Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Sorting and preparing a wash load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Washing Types and Care Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Detergent and Conditioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Which detergent and conditioner? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
How much detergent and conditioner? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Water Softener . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Running a Wash Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Brief Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Setting the Wash Programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Changing spin speed/Selecting rinse hold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Setting the Delay Timer/Soaking Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Opening and closing the filling door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Loading the Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Add detergent/conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Starting the Wash Programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
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Wash Programme Progress . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Wash Cycle Complete/Removing Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Programme Tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Separate Rinsing/Conditioning/Starching/Soaking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Separate Spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Washing Detergent Drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Washing Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Cleaning the drain pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
What to do if ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Remedying Faults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
If the washing result is not satisfactory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
Emergency Unlocking of the Filling Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Additional Rinse RINSE+ (SPÜLEN+) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Water Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Additional Rinse and Water Cooling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Variomatic Loose Spin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Programme Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
Child Safety Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
Setting up and connection instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Safety Instructions for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Setting Up the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Transporting the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Remove transport packaging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Prepare the Installation Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Setting Up on a Vibrating floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Compensate for Floor Unevenness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Water Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Permissible Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
Water Inflow . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Water Drainage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Delivery Heads over 1m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Technical Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Customer Services . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
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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Instructions for use
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.
• If the appliance will be out of operation for an extended period of
time, unplug it from the mains.
• 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
Instructions for use
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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Instructions for use
Control Panel
SPIN SPEED button
with display
Programme
progress display
Programme option buttons
DOOR/LIGHT button
DELAY TIMER button
Multi-display
MOISTURE/LOADING display
button
START/PAUSE
Programme Selector
The programme selector defines the
nature of the wash cycle (e.g. water
level, drum movement, number of
rinses, spin speed) to suit the type of
washing, as well as the water temperature.
Programme selector
OVER DOSING indicator
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OFF (AUS)
Switches the washing machine off;
the machine is switched on at all
other positions.
To correct programme settings that have been selected accidentally
turn the programme selector to the OFF (AUS) position. The initial position is reinstated.
Instructions for use
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
Wash programme between 20 °C and 95 °C, may be used for all cotton
and linen washing (cottons/linen), easy-cares (blended fabrics, e.g., cotton/polyester) and synthetics. The wash programme adjusts to suit the
various types of fabric and quantities. If there is mostly cotton/linen a
suitable cottons/linen programme is carried out; if there is more synthetic material a programme for easy-cares is selected. If the machine
is loaded exclusively with easy-cares the quantity should not exceed
2.5 kg in order to avoid creasing.
STARCHING (STÄRKEN)
Separate starching, separate conditioning and separate proofing of
damp washing (1 rinse, wash in liquid treatment agent from conditioner chamber æ, spin cycle).
If required, a separate rinsing cycle can be carried out – just leave the
conditioner chamber empty.
PUMP OUT (PUMPEN)
The water is pumped away after a rinse hold (without spin).
Rinse hold means: the washing remains in the last rinsing water and is
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not spun.
SPIN (SCHLEUDERN)
The water is pumped out at the end of a rinse hold and spin, or hand
washed cottons/linen and easy cares are spun separately.
SHORT SPIN (SCHONSCHLEUDERN)
The water is pumped out at the end of a rinse hold and short spin, or
delicate fabrics (delicates, woollens) are given a separate short spin at
low revs.
DELICATES (FEINWÄSCHE)
Wash programme for delicates at 30 °C or 40 °C.
WOOL (WOLLE)/ P Hand wash
Wash programme (cold to 40 °C) for machine-washable woollens and
for hand-washable woollen fabrics bearing the ï care symbol (hand
wash).
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Instructions for use
SILK (SEIDE)/ P Hand wash
Wash programme at 30 °C for hand and machine-washable silk.
As silk is a very sensitive fabric, we recommend that you only wash one
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item of clothing at a time, and that such items never be washed with
other rough fabrics. A still more gentle wash is possible for extremely
sensitive silk fabrics using the TIME SAVER (ZEIT SPAREN) button.
FASHION
A particularly gentle special programme at 40 °C for modern fabrics
such as viscose, modal, cupro, lyocell, with a gentler wash action than
the DELICATES (FEINWÄSCHE) programme, but washing more thoroughly than the hand wash programmes.
REFRESH (AUFFRISCHEN)
A special programme lasting approx. 20 minutes at 30 °C to give fabrics
a quick wash, such as, for example, very slightly soiled sports clothes
that have been worn only once.
EASY IRON (LEICHTBÜGELN)
Wash programme at 40 °C for easy-care fabrics that will only need to
be ironed lightly, if at all, at the conclusion of the programme.
ENERGY SAVING (ENERGIE SPAREN)
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A wash programme at approx. 60 °C that is particularly economical on
electricity and water for slightly to normally soiled cotton and linen
washing (cottons/linen) with an extended washing time.
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Programme Option Buttons
The programme option buttons are used to adapt
the wash programme to suit the degree of soiling of
the washing. For washing with a normal degree of
soiling such programme options as PRE WASH
(VORWÄSCHE) and STAIN (FLECKEN) are not necessary.
The different functions can be combined with one
another depending on the programme.
PRE WASH (VORWÄSCHE)
(Pre wash/Soaking)
Cold pre wash prior to the main wash cycle that follows automatically. Using the DELAY TIMER (ZEITVORWAHL) button
pre wash can be changed to warm soaking.
Instructions for use
SENSITIVE (SENSITIV)
Special programme option with significantly increased rinse action
(additional rinse cycle) and at the same time increased gentleness to
fabrics (reduced drum movement). Ideal if items have to be washed
frequently such as when the wearer has sensitive skin. RINSE+
(SPÜLEN+) may be selected in addition.
STAIN (FLECKEN)
For treating heavily soiled or stained washing. (In-wash stain treatment
or tablets are washed in from the compartment at the optimal point in
the programme cycle.)
When WOOL (WOLLE)/P Hand wash has been set the programme op-
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tions cannot be selected using the buttons.
TIME SAVER (ZEIT SPAREN)
Shortened wash programme for less soiled washing; may be selected in
three stages for the COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES (KOCH/BUNT,
PFLEGELEICHT) programme and in two stages for other programmes.
Programme duration
Programme
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
at 60 °C
Other programmes,
E.g., DELICATES (FEINWÄSCHE)
at 30 °C
Without
TIME SAVER
(ZEIT SPAREN)
Press button x1 Press button x2
119 mi n . 91 min. 63 min.
68 min. 52 min. -
With
TIME SAVER
(ZEIT SPAREN)
Programmable Functions
The programmable functions additional rinse RINSE+ (SPÜLEN+), water
cooling and Variomatic loose spin are described in the section “What to
do, if …”.
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Instructions for use
Consumption Values and Wash Times
The values given in the following table for selected programmes were
calculated under standard conditions. Apart from the settings selected
(optional functions), the consumption values also depend on external
conditions such as water temperature or the detergent used. They provide a useful guide for operation in the home.
Programme selector
(Temperature)
ENERGY SAVING 1)
(ENERGIE SPAREN)
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES 95
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES 60
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES 40
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES 60
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
TIME SAVER (ZEIT SPAREN)
Press x1
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES 40
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
TIME SAVER (ZEIT SPAREN)
Press x1
COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES 40
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT)
TIME SAVER (ZEIT SPAREN)
Press x2
1)
1)
Type of
fabric
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
Synthetics 2.5 42 0.50 59
Load
in kg
Water
in litres
Energy
in kWh
Time in
minutes
DELICATES (FEINWÄSCHE) 30 Synthetics 2.5 54 0.35 68
WOOL (WOLLE)/ P (Hand wash) 30 2 42 0.16 35
1) Information: Programme setting for testing in accordance with or following EN 60 456
and IEC 60 456.
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Instructions for use
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.
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Instructions for use
Before the First WashFirst Wash
0 Run a wash cycle without washing; COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT) 95 programme with half the amount of
washing detergent. This removes any residues from the drum and
solution container which may have been left during manufacturing.
Preparing a Wash Load
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
Washing Types and Care Symbols
The care symbols help you choose the correct wash programme. Washing should be sorted according to type and care symbol. The temperatures indicated in the care symbols are all maximum temperatures.
Cottons ç
Fabrics made from cotton and linen with this care symbol will withstand maximum wash actions and high temperatures. The COTTONS/
LINEN, EASY-CARES (KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT) programme is suitable
for this type of washing.
Linen èë
Fabrics made from cotton and linen which carry this care symbol will
withstand maximum wash actions. The COTTONS/LINEN, EASY-CARES
(KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT) programme is suitable for this type of
washing.
Easy-care washing êí
Fabrics such as treated cotton, cotton mixed fabrics and synthetics
which carry this care symbol need a gentler wash action. The COTTONS/
LINEN, EASY-CARES (KOCH/BUNT, PFLEGELEICHT) and EASY IRON
(LEICHTBÜGELN) programmes are available for this type of washing.
Delicates ì
Fabrics such as those with layered fibres, microfibres, synthetics and curtains with this care symbol require particularly careful handling. The
DELICATES (FEINWÄSCHE) programme is appropriate for these types of
washing.
Viscose íì
Modern fabrics such as viscose, cupro, lyocell, modal and others require
particularly careful handling. The FASHION programme is appropriate
for these types of washing.
Woollens, silk and particularly delicate wash items 9ìï
Fabrics such as wool, wool mixtures and silk which carry these care
symbols require a very gentle wash cycle. The WOOL (WOLLE)/P Hand
wash and SILK (SEIDE)/P Hand wash programmes are suitable for this
type of fabric.
Important! Fabrics which bear the care symbol ñ (Do not wash!)
may not be machine washed!
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Instructions for use
Detergent and Conditioners
Which detergent and conditioner?
Use only detergents and conditioners which are suitable for use in automatic washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
How much detergent and conditioner?
The quantity required depends upon:
• the extent to which the washing is soiled
• the degree of hardness of the mains water
• the amount of washing
Should the detergent manufacturer not specify the dosage quantity
2
for less than full loads, reduce the detergent accordingly: for a half
load reduce the quantity by one third; for a small load or EASY IRON
(LEICHTBÜGELN) reduce the quantity by one half of the quantity recommended for a full load. Observe the instructions for use and dosing
provided by the detergent and conditioner manufacturer.
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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