Aeg-electrolux L 62640 User Manual

LAVAMAT 60640/62640

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 6-8

Product description 9

Detergent dispenser drawer 9

Control panel 10

First use 10

Personalization 11

Acoustic signals 11
Child safety lock 11

Daily use 12

Load the laundry 12
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 12
Select the required programme 13
Select the spin speed or the Rinse Hold option 13
Programm option button 14
Select the Prewash option 14
Select the Stain option 15
Select the Time Saving option 15
Display 15
Select the Start/Pause 16
Programme progress display 17
Select an additional rinse 17
Altering an option or a running programme 17
Interrupting a programme 17
Cancelling a programme 18
Opening the door after the programme has started 18
At the end of the programme 18

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Contents

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Washing programmes 19-20

Programme information 21

Preparing the wash cycle 22

Sorting out the laundry 22
Temperatures 22
Before loading the laundry 22
Maximum loads 23
Laundry weights 23
Removing stains 24
Detergents and additives 25
Quantity of detergent to be used 25
Degrees of water hardness 26

International wash code symbols 27

Care and cleaning 28

Descaling 28
After each wash 28
Maintenance wash 28
External cleaning 28
Detegent dispenser drawer 28
Washing drum 29
Door seal 29
Drain pump 30
Water inlet filter 31
Emergency emptying out 31
Frost precautions 32

Something not working 33-36

Techinical Data 37

Consumption value 38

Contents

Installation 39

Unpacking 39
Positioning and levelling 41
Water inlet 41
Water stop-device 42
Water drainage 42
Electrical connection 43
Permanent connection 43

Enviroment concerns 44

Packaging materials 44
Old machine 44
Ecological hints 44

Guarantee 45

Customer service centres 46

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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.

● You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

● 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.

Safety information

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● 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.

● 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 this 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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Detergent dispenser drawer

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2

Control panel

3

Door opening handle

Detergent dispenser drawer

Compartment for prewash phase used for main wash
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
5

Drain pump

6

Adjustable feet

Control panel

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Control panel

ECO

30

40

1

Programme selector dial

2

Spin reduction button

3

«Prewash» button

4

«Stain» button

5

«Time Saving» button

First Use

95

60

40 - 60 MIX

40

30

60

50

40

30

30

40

40

1000

800

600

400

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

6

Display

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«Start/Pause» button

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Programme progress display

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 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 Prewash and Stain buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds,
the acoustic signal is deactivated (except for the events of operating problems).
By pressing these 2 buttons again, the acoustic signal is reactivated.

Child safety lock

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 Start/Pause: it will

be impossible to start the machine.

● after pressing the Start/Pause it will

be impossible to change any other
programme or option.

To enable (disable) this option press
simoultaneously for about 6 seconds
Stain and Time saving buttons until the
icon appears (disappears) on (from) the
display.

Use

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Use

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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 and, if you wish
to carry out the prewash phase, pour it
into the compartment marked . If you
wish to carry out to perform the stain
function, pour it into the compartment

.

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.

Select the required programme

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
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 Start/Pause light starts to flash and the Display shows the duration of the
selected programme.

The selector dial is divided into following
sections:

● Cottons

● Synthetics

● Delicates

● Wool, Silk and Handwash

● Special programme: Rinses, Drain, Spin

● Refresh

● Economy programme (ECO)

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

At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position
O, to switch the machine off.

Attention!

If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine

is working, the yellow Start/Pause pilot light will flash 3 times and the message
Err is displayed on the display to indicate a wrong selection. The machine will not

perform the new selected programme.

ECO

30

40

30

40

40

Use

95

60

40 - 60 MIX

50

40

30

O to Reset

13

40

30

60

Select the spin speed or the rinse hold option

Press the Spin button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your
laundry to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing
machine.

The relevant light will light up.
Maximum speed are:

Lavamat 60640:

● 1000 rpm for all type of fabrics.

Lavamat 62640:

● 1200 rpm for all type of fabrics.

1000

800

600

400

Use

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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

0 flashing, the pilot lights Door goes on, the Start/Pause light is off

and the door is blocked to indicate that the water must be emptied out.

To empty the water out:

● turn the programme selector dial to O

● select the Drain or Spin programme

● reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the relevant button

● depress Start/Pause button

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

lights Door goes off and the door can be opened.

Programme option button

Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must
be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the
Start/Pause 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
Start/Pause button flashes for 3 times and the Err message appears on the
display for some seconds.

Important!

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

Select the Prewash option

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

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

This option allows you to modify the washing time,
automatically proposed by the washing machine.
By pressing this button, the relative pilot light comes
on and the washing duration will be reduced to wash
daily soiled laundry.
On the display will be visualized the decreased
washing time. The maximum load is 6 kg for cottons
and 2 kg for synthetics and delicates.
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. The maximum load is 3 kg for cottons and 1,5 kg for synthetics
and delicates.

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Display

The display shows the following information:

Duration of the selected programme

After selecting a programme, the duration
is displayed in hours and minutes (for
example
automatically on the basis of the
maximum recommended load for each
type of fabric.

After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute.

2.05). The duration is calculated

Use

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Incorrect option selection

If an option which is not compatible with
the set wash programme is selected, the
message Err is displayed for about 2
seconds and the yellow Start/Pause light
start flashing.

Alarm codes

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

E20 (see paragraph «Something not

working»).

End of programme

When the programme has finished a
flashing zero is displayed, the pilot
light and the Start/Pause light go out and
the door can be opened.

Select the Start/Pause

To start the selected programme, press the
Start/Pause button; the corresponding red
pilot light stops flashing.

The washing pilot light wash is on to
indicate that the appliance starts operating.

The door pilot light door is on to
indicate the door is locked.

To interrupt a programme which is running, depress the Start/Pause button: the
corresponding red pilot light starts to flash.

To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the
Start/Pause button again.

If an incorrect option is selected, the integrated yellow pilot light of the
Start/Pause button flashes for 3 times the message Err is displayed for about 2
seconds.

Programme progress display

After having pressed the Start/Pause button, the wash pilot lights comes on.
When the pilot light wash comes on

this means that the machine is performing
the washing cycle.

The door pilot light indicates if the
door can be opened:

● light on: the door cannot be opened.

The appliance is running.

● light off: the door can be opened. The washing programme is finished.

When the appliance is performing additional rinses the Extra Rinse pilot
light comes on.

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 Spin Speed and

Prewash buttons for some seconds: the
Extra Rinse pilot light comes on in the

programme progress display. This function stays permanently on. To remove it
press the same buttons again until the Extra Rinse light goes off.

1000

800

600

400

Use

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Altering an option or a running programme

It is possible to change any option before the programme carries it out. Before
you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the
Start/Pause button.

Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it. Turn the
programme selector dial to O and then to the new programme position. The
washing water in the tub will be not emptied out. Start the new programme by
depressing the Start/Pause button again.

Interrupting a programme

Depress the Start/Pause button to interrupt a programme which is running, the
corresponding light starts to flash. Depress the button again to restart the
programme.

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Cancelling a programme

Turn the selector dial to O to 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 Start/Pause button.
The door can be opened.
If the door remains locked, this means that the machine is already heating,

that the water level is above the bottom edge of the door. 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 O. After about some minutes the
door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and temperature!).

At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically, the Start/Pause light goes off and a flashing 0
will appear on the display.

If the Rinse Hold option have been selected, the Door pilot light
illuminates, a flashing
off and the door remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out
before opening the door.

To empty out the water please read the steps on the Rinse Hold option
paragraph.

Turn the programme selector dial to O to switch the machine off.
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.

0 will appear on the display, the Start/Pause light goes

Washing programmes

Washing programmes

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Cottons

95°-60°

Cottons

40°-30°

40-60 MIX

Synthetics

60°-50°-40°-30°

Synthetics
Easy Iron

40°

Delicates

40°-30°

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White cotton:

sheets, tablecloths,
household linen.

Coloured cotton: work
garments, sheets,
household linen,
underwear, towels.

Synthetic or mixed
fabrics: underwear,

e.g.

coloured garments,
non-shrink shirts,
blouses.

Synthetics to be gentle
washed and spun.

Delicate fabrics: for
example curtains

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Main wash from 95°C
to 60°C
3 rinses
Long spin

Main wash from 40°C to

*

30°C

**

3 rinses
Long spin

Main wash from 60°C to

*

30°C
3 rinses
Short spin

Main wash at 40°C
4 rinses
Short spin

Main wash from 40°C to

*

30°C
3 rinses
Short spin

Special programme for
hand washing fabrics

Handwash
Wool

40°-30°-

and specially tested
programme for wool
garments bearing the
«Pure new wool, non­shrink, machine
washable» label.

Main wash from 40°C to

(Cold)
3 rinses
Short spin

* Stain option can be selected only at the temperature of 40°C or higher.
** Time Saving option cannot be selected with 40-60 MIX programme.

Washing programmes

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Washing programmes

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Delicate

rinses

Drain

Spin

Refresh

ECO

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Separate rinse cycle for
hand washed items.

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

Separate spin for all type
of fabric.

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

White and coloured
cotton economy,

lightly-heavy soiled
items, shirts, underwear.

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3 rinses
Long spin

Draining of water

Drain and long spin

Main wash at 30°C
2 rinses
Short spin

Main wash at 60°C
2 rinses
Long spin

For cancelling the pro-

Off/O

Cottons 6 kg

Synthethics and Delicates 3 kg

40° Easy Iron 1,5 kg

Wool and Handwash 2 kg

Refresh 2 kg

gramme which is run­ning or to switch the
machine off.

Type of fabric Max. Load

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.

Programme information

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Wool
Handwash

Delicate rinses

Drain

Spin

Refresh

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
garments which have been washed by hand.
The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final spin at
maximum speed.
The spin speed can be reduced by depressing the Spin Speed
Reduction button.

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 Start/Pause button.

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 means of the relevant button to adapt
it to the fabrics to be spun.

This programme can be selected with the following
options: Spin Speed Reduction.
This programme must be used for slightly soiled cotton
items.
Max. load: 2 kg
Washing temperature: 30°C
Programme duration: 30 minutes

ECO

OFF/O

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.

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

Preparing the wash cycle

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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

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

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

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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

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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.

Preparing the wash cycle

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,

● 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.

If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a programme without

prewash must be selected.
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.

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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.

Preparing the wash cycle

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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).

DDeeggrreeeess ooff wwaatteerr hhaarrddnneessss

LLeevveell

1
2 medium
3 hard
4 very hard > 21 > 37

Characteristic

soft

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0-7 0-15

8-14 16-25

15-21 26-37

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International wash code symbols

95

60

60

40

40

40

30

30

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International wash code symbols

These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry.

Energetic wash

Max. wash

temperature

95°C

Delicate wash

Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach

Ironing Hot iron

max 200°C

Max. wash

temperature

60°C

Max. wash

temperature

40°C

Warm iron

max 150°C

Max. wash

temperature

30°C

Lukewarm iron

max 110°C

Hand wash Do not

wash
at all

Do not iron

Dry cleaning Dry cleaning

Drying Flat On the line On clothes

in all solvents

Dry cleaning in

perchlorethylene,

petrol, pure alcohol,

R 111 & R 113

hanger

Dry cleaning

in petrol,

pure alcohol

and R 113

Tumble dry

high
temperature

low
temperature

Do not

dry clean

Do not

tumble dry

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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

.

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 95, press the TIME SAVING button, add
approx. 1/4 measuring cup of detergent.

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Door seal

Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate
eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the
fold.

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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.

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.

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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;

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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.

.

Something not working

Something not working

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
of 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
programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.

Problem Possible cause/Solution

The door has not been closed. E40

• Close firmly the door.
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

Start/Pause button has not been depressed.

• Please turn the selector dial and press the

Start/Pause button again.

The delay start has been selected.

• If the laundry are to be washed immediately, cancel

the delay start.

yyeellllooww

Start/Pause pilot light flashes, one

SSttaarrtt//PPaauussee

button to restart the

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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 firmly the door.

E40

E10

E10

Something not working

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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:

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 pump is clogged.

• Clean the drain pump.

The option has been selected.

• Disable the option .

• Select the option or .

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 hose is damaged.

• Change it with a new one.

The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not
been replaced after cleaning the pump.

• Put the cap back on the emergency emptying and

place the latter back in its seat.

E20

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.

Problem Cause possible/Solution

The door will not open:

The machine vibrates or is noisy:

Spinning starts late or the machine
does not spin:

Something not working

The programme is still running.

• Wait the end of washing cycle.

The door lock has not been released.

• Wait some minutes.

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.

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The machine makes an unusual
noise:

No water is visible in the drum:

The machine is fitted with a type of motor which
makes an unusual noise compared with other
traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer
start and more even distribution of the laundry in the
drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of
the machine.

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

Something not working

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If you are unable to identify or solve the problem,
contact our service centre. Before telephoning,
make a note of the model, serial number and
purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre
will require this information.

Techinical Data

Technical data

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Dimensions

Electrical connection Voltage ­Overall power - Fuse

Water supply pressure

Maximum Load

Spin Speed

Width
Height
Depth
(door included)

Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating
plate on the inner edge of the appliance door

Minimum
Maximum

Cotton 6 kg

Maximum

1000 rpm (Lavamat 60640)

1200 rpm (Lavamat 62640)

60 cm
85 cm
63 cm

0,05 MPa
0,80 MPa

Consumption value

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Consumption value

Programme

White Cottons 95°
Cottons 60°
40-60 MIX 40°
Cottons 40°
Synthetics 60°
Easy Iron 40°
Delicates 40°
Wool/Handwash/Silk 40°

Delicate Rinses 50 0.05

Drain - -

Spin - ­Refresh 30°
Eco 60°(*)

Water consumption

(in litres)

61 2.0

58 1.3

46 1.14

58 0.7

54 1.0

60 0.35

60 0.55

53 0.4

55 0.28

46 1.02

Energy consumption

(in kWh)

Programme duration

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. It refers to the highest temperature
for each wash programme.

(in minutes)

to the display on the control panel.

For the duration of the programmes, please refer

(*) «Cottons Eco» at 60°C with a load of 6 kg is the reference programme for the
data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.

Installation

HEC0008

A

HEC00022

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

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3. With the provided spanner unscrew and
remove the central rear bolt A.

Installation

C

C

B

D

HEC0003

B

C

C

HEC0023

E

HEC0010

HEC0005

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4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B
and the six smaller bolts C.

5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six
smaller bolts C. Slide out the relevant plastic
spacer E.

6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the
drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the
door seal.

7. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with
the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag
containing the instruction booklet.

8. Connect the water inlet hose as described under the
paragraph «Water inlet».

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

Installation

HEC007S

HEC0006

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.

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.

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Water inlet

An inlet hose is supplied and can be found inside the machine drum.

Do not use the already employed hoses to connect to the water supply.
This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply.

1. Open the porthole and extract the inlet hose.

2. Connect the hose with the angled connection to

the machine.

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

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3. 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.

4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread.
Always use the hose supplied with the appliance.

Installation should comply with local water authority
and building regulations requirements. A minimum
water pressure of 0.05 MPa is required for safe
operation of the appliance.

If you cannot make the cold water connection direct from the rising mains, you
may be able to operate the appliance from your cold water storage system. There
should be a minimum distance of between the appliance’s inlet and the bottom of
the water storage tank.

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.

The drain hose must not be kinked.

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P1118

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

This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase,
50 Hz supply.

Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load
required (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use.

Connect the machine to an earthed socket.

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The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for damage or
injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution.

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.

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.

Environment concerns

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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.

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.

European Guarantee

European Guarantee

This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the
back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee
orotherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another of the
countries listed, the appliance guarantee will move with you subject to the
following qualifications:

• The appliance guarantee starts from the date you first purchased the appliance

which will be evidenced by production of a valid purchase document issued by
the seller of the appliance.

• The appliance guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for

labour and parts as exists in your new country of residence for this particular
model or range of appliances.

• The appliance guarantee is personal to the original purchaser of the appliance

and cannot be transferred to another user.

• The appliance is installed and used in accordance with instructions issued by

Electrolux and is only used within the home, i.e. is not used for commercial
purposes.

• The appliance is installed in accordance with all relevant regulations in force

within your new country of residence.
The provisions of this European Guarantee do not affect any of the rights

granted to you by law.

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