AEG LAV42560

LAVAMAT42560 UPDATEThe washing machine that is friendly to the environment

User's instructions

2Dear Customer,

Please keep this Users Instructions with your machine. If you sell orgive your machine to someone else, dont forget to include the UsersInstructions.It will inform the new user about how to operate it and about neces-sary precautions.

Safety instructions

1. Step by step description of operations2. ..3. ..

Advice and recommendations

Information about protection of the environment

This manual is printed on paper that protects the environment.It is not enough to think about the environment, action is necessary.

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3CONTENTS

User's instructions .............................................................. 5

Important warnings ........................................................................................... 5

Protection of the environment .......................................................................8

Wasching machine description .......................................................................9Detergent dispenser ............................................................................................. 9Control panel ....................................................................................................... 10

Consumption and programme duration ................................................... 18

Washing guide ................................................................................................. 19

Products .............................................................................................................. 23

International symbols for care of textiles ................................................ 25

How to do your washing................................................................................ 26

Programme tables ........................................................................................... 30

Cleaning and maintenance ............................................................................ 32

Troubleshooting............................................................................................... 34

Installation and connection instructions ..................... 36

Safety instructions for the installation ..................................................... 36

4Contents

Installing your washing machine ................................................................ 37

Position .............................................................................................................. 39

Leveling and moving the washing machine ............................................ 39

Electrical connection ....................................................................................... 40

Water connections ........................................................................................... 41

Technical characteristics ................................................................................ 43

Washing machine dimensions ..................................................................... 43

Guarantee conditions and After Sales service .......................................... 43

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Important warningsThese warnings were written for your own safety and for the safetyof others.

Before using your washing machine for the first timeRespect the Installation and connection instructions given below.

UsageThis washing machine was designed for use by adults. Make sure thatchildren do not touch it or play with it.

Unpack your washing machine immediately when you receive it, orask someone else to unpack it for you. Check its general appearance.If you have any reserves, write them on the delivery form, and keepa copy of it.

Your washing machine is designed for normal domestic use. Do notuse it for commercial or industrial purposes or for anything otherthan the purposes for which it was designed.

Do not modify or attempt to modify the characteristics of thiswashing machine. This would be dangerous for you.

Always pull out the plug and turn off the water supply tap when youhave finished using the washing machine.

Only wash articles that will resist machine washing. Follow theinstructions on the label attached to each article.

Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones,material without hems or torn material.

Remember to take out coins, safety pins, broaches, screws, etc. beforeputting clothes in the washing machine. This type of item can causeserious damage if it is left in the washing.

Do not put articles in the washing machine if you have just cleanedthem using a stain remover containing gasoline, alcohol,trichloroethylene, etc. If you use this type of stain remover, waituntil the product has evaporated before putting your washing inthe drum.

6Put all small items such as socks, belts, etc., together inside a small clothbag or pillow case, so that they cannot get trapped between the drumand the tank.

Leave the cover and the drum open when you are not using yourwashing machine, to air the tank and prevent the formation of mouldand bad smells.

Always unplug the washing machine before cleaning and servicing it.

Use only detergents designed for the washing machine. Follow therecommendations made by the manufacturer of these products.

If the washing machine is installed in a location subject to frost,completely drain the washing machine and unscrew the tap supply pipeand put it down on the floor.

Elements forming part of the packaging (for example plastic films,pieces of polystyrene) can be dangerous for children. Keep thesepackaging elements out of reach of children.

Make sure that pets cannot get into the drum of your washing machine.

Never use the washing machine if the power supply cable, the controlpanel, the working surface or the base are damaged so that the insideof the washing machine is accessible.

Safety devicesCover: your washing machine is equipped with a safety devicepreventing the washing machine cover from closing when the drumdoors are open.It is impossible to start it until the doors are closed. An electromechanicalsafety device prevents you from opening the cover while the washingmachine is operating, and for about 2 minutes after the end of theprogramme.

Washing motor: a temperature safety device protects the motoragainst risks of mechanical overload, or overvoltage or undervoltage.

Heating: heating will not start until the water quantity necessary forwashing has been added into the tank. This safety device is effectivemainly when the water supply is cut off or if you forget to open thewater supply tap.

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The anti-foam system: water consumption is very low, due to theelectronic spin cycle with an intermediate spin after the main wash andthree rinse cycles for white and color programs. The spin cycle remainsunder the control of the foam detection system after the wash cycle hasfinished. If necessary, the spin cycle will stop until all foam is removed.

The unbalanced weight protection system: this safety system keeps thewashing machine stable during intermediate spins or the final spin andtherefore detects any bad distribution of your washing (small load ortangled washing). It can then remedy this situation.

The drum self positionning system: this electronic system ensures thatthe doors are in the upper position when the wash programme finishes.This system allows for easier loading and unloading of the laundry. If anunbalanced weight alters the functionning, turn the drum by hand.

8Protection of the environmentAll materials marked with the symbol can be recycled. Place them in awaste collection bin provided for this purpose (ask your local municipalservices) so that they can be recovered and recycled.Plastics are identified as follows:

>PE< for polyethylene, for example for the surrounding cover andenvelopes containing the documentation;>PS< for expanded polystyrene, for example packing parts practicallyfree of HCFC.Cardboard is made from recycled paper and therefore should be discardedin waste paper collection bins.

We recommend that the following instructions should be followed to savewater and energy, and therefore contribute to protecting the environment:

- When possible, use full loads rather than partial loads in your washingmachine (however do not overload the drum).

- Only use programs with prewash for very dirty washing.- Adapt the amount of detergent to the water hardness, to the amount

of your washing, and how dirty it is.

If you scrap your old washing machine, make sure that you put everythingthat could be dangerous out of service; cut the power supply cable flush withthe washing machine, and prevent the door latch from closing.

Automatic adjustment of water consumptionThis automatic adjustment system adapts the water consumption as afunction of the quantity and nature of the washing.

If you have an operating problem, refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section.If you need help after having made all these verifications, you shouldnormally call the After Sales Service of the company which sold you thewashing machine. If this is impossible (if you have moved, or if the shop inwhich you bought your washing machine has closed, etc.), please call theConsumer Advice Service which will then inform you of the address of anAfter Sales Service.

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9Washing machine description

Front view

Detergent dispenser

Control panel

Lever for lifting thewashing machine ontorollers

Adjustable stands

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LidHandle foropening the lid

Filter accessdoor

Powder detergent for programs with pre-wash(compartment 1).

Powder or liquid detergent for the main wash(compartment 2).

Bleach agent (compartment 3).

Liquid additives (softener, crease remover, starch, etc.(compartment 4).

Softener overflow.5

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Control panel

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Programme selectorIt is used to select the most suitable programmeto the type and soiling of your laundry.It can be turned to the right or to the left.

OFF " "This position of the programme selector switchs off the appliance.Moreover, thanks to this option, you can cancel a programme which has alreadybeen selected. Another programme can then be selected.

WHITE / COLOUREDS " "Main wash for coloured or white laundry from 30 C to 95 C.

ECO PROGRAMME "E"By washing normally soiled white clothes at around 67 C, this programmesaves energy. Furthermore, it increases the wash duration and it can not beused on the quick pushbutton " ".

Spin pushbutton/RINSE HOLD

Additional programmepusbuttons Door control lamp

Programmesprocedure

Programmeselector

Display windowDelayed start pushbutton

Start/Pause pushbutton

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SYNTHETICS " "Main wash for lightly soiled fabrics from 40 C to 60 C.

EASY IRONING position " "Wash at 40 C for mixed clothes.Thanks to this programme, clothes have just to be lightly ironing or even donot have to be ironing anymore.

DELICATES " "Main wash for delicates fabrics from 30 C to 40 C.

WOOL " " / HANDWASH " "Main wash (from cold " " to 40 C) for machine washable woollen garmentsand also for all other garments which contain the "hand washable" symbolon the care label.

RINSE DELICATE " "Separate rinse which can, for instance, be used to rinse and spin handwashgarments.The appliance performs 2 rinses cycles and a short spin.

SOFTENER " "The washing machine performs a separate rinse in order to use some starch,softener or waterproofing.You have to put the products in the liquid additives compartment .

DRAIN " "Separate drain for programmes which end with the tub full (rinse hold) so asto drain the water before the final rinse.

SPINNING " "Drain of the water after a rinse hold and spin or separate spin for handwashedcotton garments.

SHORT SPINNING " "Drain of the water after a rinse hold and short spin or short spin forhandwashed delicate garments (synthetic, delicate or woollen fabrics).

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Additional programme pushbuttonsAdditional programme pushbuttons enable to adapt the washingprogramme to the laundry soil level. It is not necessary to usethese options so as to wash normally soiled garments.The use of the different options depends on the chosen pro-gramme.When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding lightsilluminate. When pressed again, the corresponding lightsextinguish.When an additional function is not compatible with the selectedprogramme, the corresponding lights does not illuminate.

PREWASH " "Prewash at 30 C before the main wash which starts automatically. The prewashends by a short spin as far as the white/coloureds, synthetics programmes areconcerned and by a drain of the water for the delicate garments.It is not possible to select the prewash option with the wool and handwashprogrammes and also with the SOAKING " " and STAIN " " pushbuttons. Thisoption is recommended for very soiled clothes.

SOAKING " "The soaking function, which is not compatible with the wool programme and thePREWASH pushbutton " ", enables to realize a cleaning of the laundry beforethe main wash. Its duration can be selected from 1 to 10 hours. After soaking,the washing machine performs automatically the main selected programme.In order to select the soaking time:- choose the desired programme,- press on the SOAKING pushbutton " ",- select the wished soaking duration (it appears in the display window) bypressing the DELAY START pushbutton " " (from 1 to 10 hours).As the selection is finished, the total cycle duration (written in minutes) appearsin the display window.

QUICK " "By pressing this button, the washing time is reduced as follows: 70 minutes forthe White/Coloureds programmes, 24 minutes for the Synthetics programmesand 8 minutes for the Delicates programmes. This function can not be used onthe wool and handwash programmes, STAIN pushbutton " ".

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STAIN " "For the cleaning, with a special detergent, of the very soiled or/and stainedgarment. The main wash is inscreased from 5 to 10 minutes depending on theselected programme. The cleaning detergent has to be put in the compartment.This function is not compatible with the wool and handwash programmes,SOAKING " " and PREWASH " " pushbuttons.

Spin pushbutton / RINSE HOLD " "When selecting a programme, a maximum speed (correspondingto the type of laundry) is displayed. However, by pressing thespin button, this speed can be reduced or the RINSE HOLD option" " can be selected depending on your drying possibilities.

Spinning speeds depend on the type of laundry. The following speeds can beselected :

White / ColouredsRINSE HOLD " " / 400 / 700 / 900 / 1200 / 1500 rpm Synthetics / Wool / HandwashRINSE HOLD " " / 400 / 700 / 900 rpm DelicatesRINSE HOLD " " / 400 / 700 rpm

The RINSE HOLD option " " can be used with all wash and rinse programmes. Thewater from the final rinse is not drained at the end of the selected programmeto prevent the laundry from creasing if it is not removed immediately from thedrum. You can select this option at any point up to the rinse cycles by selectingthe START/PAUSE button " " beforehand. As the cycle is finished, the START/PAUSE light " " flashes, the END " " and DRUM SELF POSITIONNING " "relevant lights illuminate; the remaining time display window shows 0.

There are three different ways of draining the water:

Select the drain programmeThe appliance drains the water without spinning. Before selecting the DRAINprogramme " ", the programme selector must be in the OFF position " ".

Press the START/PAUSE button " "The appliance drains the water and spins the washing depending on the typeof laundry at maximum speed.

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Select the spin speedSelect the desired spin speed by pressing the spin button and then press theSTART/PAUSE button " ".Warning: if the water is not drained within 19 hours, the appliance performsautomatically the drain.

Delay start pushbutton " "This button is used to delay the start of a programmewithin 19 hours in order to take advantage (for ins-tance) of attractive night rates.

Using delayed start:- Select the programme and the options.- Select the required time for the delayed start (it appears in the display window)by pressing the DELAY START pushbutton " ".- Press the START/PAUSE button " ". The timer is displayed in hours.The programme starts when the time has elapsed.

Modifying the delayed start:- Press the START/PAUSE pushbutton " ".- Press the DELAY START pushbutton " " until the new number of hours at theend of which you want the programme to start appears in the display window;if you want to cancel a delay start, move the programme selector to the OFFposition " ".- Press the START/PAUSE button " " again so as to activate the new delay startselection or to start the programme (if the delayed start has been cancelled).

Be careful: if you use liquid detergent for a washing cycle with a delayed start,use a ball to put directly in the drum and choose a programme without prewash.If you want to realize a prewash with a delay start in the same time, please usepowder detergent.

Display windowThis display window is used to view the following information:programme cancellation - programme duration - delay start - incorrect selection- error codes.

Programme cancellation:If you want to cancel a programme, turn the programme selector dial to the OFFposition " ". A new programme can then be selected after cancelling theprevious one.

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Programme duration:It is calculated as a function of the maximum load specified for each textile type.The readout of the washing time appears in minutes in the display window andreduces minute by minute.The programme duration can vary depending on the temperature and the waterinlet pressure as well as the mains voltage of your appliance or else if foamduring rinses or imbalances during spinning are detected. When the pro-gramme has finished, "0" appears in the display window.

Delay start:You can activate the delay start using the " " button (19 hours maximum). Thenumber of hours at the end of which you want the programme to start decreaseshour by hour.

Incorrect selection:If you select a function which is not compatible with the chosen washprogramme, the remaining time window displays "Err".

Error codes:Any operating faults are shown by an error code on the display. The error codeprovides assistance for users and for the After-Sales Department (see from p. 34to 36).

START/PAUSE pushbutton " "This button has three functions: start - pause - continuation of the cycle afterstopping with the tub full.

Start:After having selected the wash programme, press this button to start theappliance; the corresponding light remains illuminated.If you have selected a delay start, the timer starts.The remaining time window displays the duration of the programme or thedelay start time.

Pause:The programme in progress is interrupted when this button is pressed. Itcontinues when this button is pressed again. During the pause, the light of theSTART/PAUSE button " " flashes.

Drain:By pressing the START/PAUSE button " ":- The water from the SOAKING programme " " is drained.- The water from programmes with rinse hold is drained (" " option selected)and the clothes are spun.

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Opening the lid when the appliance is workingYou can open the lid after having set the washing machine topause by pressing the START/PAUSE pushbutton " ", providedthe following conditions exist:

- the appliance is not in the heating phase,- the level of the water is not so high,- the drum is not turning.

When the appliance is working, the DOOR " " and START/PAUSE " " relevantlights inform you if the lid can be opened:

If:- the START/PAUSE pushbutton " " flashes in red,- and that the E40 error code appears then in the display window,- and that the WASH relevant light " " flashes too,

this means that the washing programme has been launched and that the lid isnot properly closed. In this case, push firmly on the lid and launch again thewashing programme.

Programmes procedureWhen you select a programme, the lights corresponding to the variousphases of the programme illuminate.

When the programme starts, only the DOOR " " and the phase inprogress lights remain illuminated.

RINSE PLUS " "Your washing machine is designed in order to save water consumption. However,allergic people may need to rinse their clothes with more water.

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When the RINSE PLUS function " " is selected, the appliance performs an extrarinse as far as the White/Coloureds, Synthetics and Delicates programmes areconcerned.

When the appliance is delivered, no extra rinse is programmed.

Programme the extra rinse

- Turn the programme selector to one of the White/Coloureds, Synthetics orDelicates position (at any temperature).

- Push the PREWASH " " and QUICK " " pushbuttons for at least 10 seconds.

The RINSE PLUS relevant light " " illuminates. The extra rinse step is thenactivated. It remains activated until its cancellation.

Cancel the extra rinse

- Turn again the programme selector to one of the White/Coloureds, Syntheticsor Delicates position.

- Push the PREWASH " " and QUICK " " pushbuttons for at least 10 seconds.

The RINSE PLUS relevant light " " extinguishes.The extra rinse step is now desactivated.

DRUM SELF POSITIONNING " "This light illuminates at the end of the washing cycle when the drum is properlypositionned. The END relevant light " " illuminates. The door security isdesacticated.

END " "This relevant light informs you of the washing cycle end. The laundry can thenbe unloaded except if the RINSE HOLD function " " has been selected. In thiscase, run a drain or a spin beforehand.

OVERDOSE " "The light illuminates if you have used so much detergent during the washingprogramme.At the time of the next washing, please respect the amount of detergent anddo not exceed the maximum level.

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Consumption and programme duration

The pre-wash time for a cotton programme is about 25 minutes and for about20 minutes for synthetics programmes.

Values given in the above table are provided as a guide and may varydepending on the water supply temperature and pressure, and yourelectricity power supply mains voltage.

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Washing guideSorting washing by category

We recommend that you sort your washing by category, to get the bestwashing results:

firstly, robust washing that will resist vigorous washing and spinning; secondly, delicate washing that should be treated with care.

Choose a program suitable for the most delicate fiber if you want to washa mix of different clothes, loads composed of articles made of differentnatures of fibers.

Temperatures and symbolsMaintenance labels will guide you in choosing an appropriate wash-ing program. It is recommended that you read the maintenance labelswhile sorting the washing.Temperature information specified on maintenance labels give maxi-mum values.

Washing that can be boiledCotton and linen textiles marked with this maintenance symbol are notdelicate. They will resist high temperatures and mechanical forces. TheWHITE program is appropriated for this washing type.

Coloured washingCotton and linen textiles marked with this maintenance symbol are notdelicate. They will resist high mechanical forces. The COLOUREDS programis appropriated for this type of washing.

Easy to maintain washingTextiles such as finished cotton, blended cotton based materials andsynthetic materials marked with this symbol require more gentle mechanicaltreatment. The TEXTILE BLENDS program is appropriated for this type ofwashing.

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Delicate washingTextiles such as layered, micro-fiber, synthetic textiles and net curtainsmarked with this maintenance symbol require particularly gentletreatment. The DELICATE program is appropriated for this type ofwashing.

Wool and particularly delicate washingTextiles such as woolens, wool blends or silk marked with this label areparticularly sensitive to mechanical forces. The WOOLENS program isappropriated for this type of textile.Woolen clothes marked with the (wool) label are only machinewashable if the comment non-fluffing or fluff resistant, andmachine washable is added.

Textiles marked with the (hand washable) label or (do notwash) label cannot be washed in the washing machine!

Follow the wash separately or wash separately several timesmaintenance instructions.

Washing coloredsWhen washed for the first time, coloreds can lose their color and stainother items of your washing.We recommend that you carry out the following simple test to makesure that coloreds will not lose their color:

Treatment of stainsStains that might not wash clean (particularly if they are old) shouldbe treated working inwards from the outside of the stain in order toavoid forming halos.

Grass. Rub carefully with soap and apply dilute Javel water. Alcoholat 90C can give good results for wool.

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Choose a part of the washingthat will not be seen

Dampen it usingwarm water

If the washingloses its color,

wash it by hand

Then place it on apiece of white

material If the washing doesnot lose its color, youcan wash it in the

machine.

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Ball point pen - felt pen. Dab with a clean cloth soaked in alcohol at 90.Take care not to spread the stain.

Rust. Use an anti-rust product, following the manufacturers instructionscarefully.

Scorch marks. If the material is only slightly scorched and if the colors canresist the treatment, allow to soak in water to which a little Javel water hasbeen added. Otherwise soak the fabric in hydrogen peroxide (concentra-tion 10%) and allow to stand for 10 to 15 minutes.

Chewing gum. Dilute the chewing gum using a nail varnish remover andthen remove it using a clean cloth. Make sure that the nature of the textilewill resist the nail varnish remover.

Tar-bitumen. Spray a little fresh butter on the stain, allow to stand andthen dab it using turpentine.

Lipstick. Put the stained surface of the fabric on absorbent paper, and thendampen the back of the material with nail varnish remover, taking care tochange the paper under the stain frequently. Make sure that the removerwill not damage the fabric.

Paint. Do not allow paint to dry. Treat it immediately with the solventmentioned on the paint can (water, turpentine, white spirit). Apply soap,and then rinse.

Candle wax. Scratch the wax off with a non-cutting blade in order toremove as much wax as possible, and then iron the material using a sheetof tissue paper between the hot iron and the stained fabric.

Checking the washingEmpty the pockets.Close zip fasteners and press studs.Remove hooks from net curtains, or put the net curtains in a cover.Remove buttons that are not firmly sewn on, and pins and staples.Put net curtains in a bag, for example pillow case, to protect them.Sew on or remove all buttons that are only held on by a single thread.

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Maximum washing loads depending on the nature of the fibers

The quantity of washing added into the drum must not exceed themaximum capacity of the machine. This capacity varies depending onthe nature of the textiles.Wash smaller amounts if your washing is very dirty, and for absorbentfabrics.

Maximum loadNot all textiles have the same volume and the same water retentioncapacity.This is why the drum may usually be filled:

- completely but without excessive pressure for cotton, linen, blendwashing,- half full for treated cotton and synthetic fibers,- about one third full for delicate articles such as net curtains andwoolens.

For blends, fill the drum as you would for the most delicate fibers.The following is a guide of the average weights of frequently washeditems.

Bath towel ............................................................................................. 1200 gHand towel .............................................................................................. 180 gLarge sheet ............................................................................................ 1300 gSingle sheet .............................................................................................. 800 gPillowcase ................................................................................................. 200 gNight dress ................................................................................................ 180 gMans pyjama ........................................................................................... 500 gChilds pyjama ......................................................................................... 200 gMans shirt ................................................................................................ 250 gBlouse ......................................................................................................... 150 gDishcloth ................................................................................................... 100 gWorking jacket ........................................................................... 300 600 g

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Products

Choice of detergentManufacturers always mark maximum detergent quantities to be used ontheir detergent packages, depending on the amount of washing.Comply with doses and instructions specified on packages.The Direct Spray washing process reduces consumption of water anddetergents, consequently you should only use two thirds of the dosesrecommended on packages by detergent manufacturers.

ProportioningThe quantity of detergent to beused depends on the amount ofwashing to be washed, the hard-ness of the water and how dirtyyour washing is.Reduce doses slightly if the wa-ter is soft. Increase doses slightlyif the water is hard, or if thewashing is very dirty or stained.You can determine the degreeof hardness of your water byasking the water distributionutility in your region or any other competent authority.

Note: Only use low foam detergents sold in the shops specially for use inwashing machines. Use neutral products for washing woolens.

If you use liquid detergents, put the proportioning ball directly in the drumand choose a program without pre-wash. If you dry your washing in a drier,do not forget to take out the proportioning ball. You can also add liquiddetergent for your washing into the drum directly, provided that you do notdo a pre-wash and you start your washing machine immediately.

Liquid detergents are suitable for low temperatures (namely 30C and 40C).It is recommended that a powder detergent should be used for highertemperatures from 60C to 90C.

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Hardness range

I - soft

II - medium

III - hard

IV- very hard

Water hardness in mmol/l(millimoles per liter)

up to 1,3

1,3-2,5

2,5-3,8

more than 3,8

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SoftenerWith this distributor, you can automatically add a liquid softener to your lastrinse water. Respect the proportions shown on the flask, depending on thenature of the softener used (normal or concentrated).Do not exceed the maximum softener quantity (80 ml) specified for theproduct box. An overflow orifice under the softener display window willinform you if you add too much.It is recommended that you should add a softener product while washing tofacilitate drying and make your washing softer. It can also help to eliminatestatic electricity.

BleachYou may use a bleach agent on cotton programmes. However, make sure thatthe fabric withstands the treatment. Bleach is automatically washed downinto the drum. Pour 1/4 to 1 glass of 12 chl bleach into compartment " "before switching the machine on.Make sure that the level of the liquid never exceeds the grid.

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International symbols for care of textiles

Hand wash Do not washat all

Max. washtemperature 95C

Max. washtemperature 60C

Max. washTemperature 40C

Max. washTemperature 30C

Bleach in cold waterBLEACHING Do not bleach

IRONING Hot iron max. 200C Warm iron max. 150C Lukewarm iron max. 110C Do not iron

DRY CLEANINGDry cleaning

in all solvents Do not dry clean

DRYING Flat On the line

High temperature.Low temperatrue

Dry cleaning inperchlorethylene petrol,

pure alcohol, R111 & R113Dry cleaning in petrol,

pure alcohol, and R 113.

Do not tumbledry

Tumble dryOn clothes hanger

Strong wash

Delicate wash

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How to do your washing

Before using your washing machine for the first time, we recommend you todo a preliminary wash with the machine empty, as a precaution to clean thedrum, tank and the product box.

1. Pour a dose of detergent in the washing distributor.2. Select the WHITE / COLOUREDS 95C program.3. Press the START/PAUSE button " ".

1. Loading the washing Lift the machine lid. Open the drum by pressing the release button

(A). The two flaps will open automatically. Shake the laundry out loosely and place into the

drum. Close the drum and shut the lid.Warning: before closing the lid of your appliance,ensure that the drum is properly closed:

The two flaps are fastened. Button A is released (in the raised position).

Maximum load of dry washingMedium dirty white / Coloured washing ..... 5,0 kgSynthetics .................................................................. 2,5 kgDelicate ...................................................................... 2,5 kgNet curtains ............................................................ 2,5 kgWool ............................................................................ 1,0 kg

2. Detergent proportionsPour the dose of powder detergent into the ( ) distributor and into the ( )distributor if you chose a programme with pre-wash: also add a watersoftener if you wish.If you are using a liquid detergent, refer to the Choice of detergent sectionin the washing guide.

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3. Adding detergentsIf necessary, pour the softener into the softener distributor ( ) and the Javelwater into the bleach compartment ( ).Your washing machine was designed to reduce consumption of water anddetergents. Therefore make sure that the levels in the product box (detergent,softener or bleach agent) are below the MAX marks at the side of your productbox display port.

4. Selecting the desired programmeTurn the programme selector to the chosen programme. The lights correspondingto the phases included in the programme illuminate. The remaining windowdisplays the chosen programme duration in minutes.The OFF position " " of the programme selector switches off the appliance. Thisfunction enables also to cancel a programme and to restart the washingmachine in case of error. If the programme selector is turned when the applianceis performing a wash cycle, the "Err" code appears in the display window. Theprogramme will be carried out and will ignore the new position of the selector.In order to solve this problem, re-position the programme selector on itsoriginal position. The timer for the current cycle reappears in the displaywindow.

5. Selecting the spin speedWhen selecting the programme or in pause mode, the light corresponding tothe maximum spin speed illuminates. You can adjust the spin speed whichcorresponds to the type of laundry and the degree of dampness required at theend of the wash depending on your drying possibilities. You can also choosethe RINSE HOLD option " ".If you do not modify the spin speed, the final spin is automatically adapted tothe chosen programme:- WHITE / COLOUREDS 1500 rpm- SYNTHETICS 900 rpm- DELICATES 700 rpm- WOOL / handwash 900 rpmThe middle spin speed depends on the chosen programme and can not bemodified.

6. Selecting, if necessary, one of several additional programmepushbuttons- To change the selection, press an other button.- To cancel a wrong selection, press again the same button.

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7. Selecting, if necessary, a delay startBefore starting the programme, if you want to delay it, press the DELAY STARTpushbutton " " until the desired delay start is displayed; it appears in thedisplay window.If "19" is displayed and that you press again the DELAY START pushbutton " ",the selected programme duration appears (written without "h") and cancel thenthe delay start.

8. Starting the programme1. Open water inlet tap.

2. Start the washing programme : press the START/PAUSE button " ".The programme starts if a delay start has not been selecting. The water comes intothe drum from 15 to 20 seconds after pressing the START/PAUSE button " ".

If a delay start has been selected, the appliance starts the timer (displays in hours)but you can still load some laundry, modify the delay start or cancel it.- To load some laundry: press the START/PAUSE button " ", the DOOR relevant

light " " illuminates, you can then open the lid. Close the lid and press againthe START/PAUSE button " ".

- To modify or to cancel the delay start: press the DELAY START button " " untilthe desired delay start is displayed. If the remaining time displays a wash cycleduration (for instance "110"), the washing programme starts without beingdelayed.

9. Programme progressBefore pressing the START/PAUSE button " ", the programme progress displaysthe different steps of the chosen programme. During the wash programme, thelight corresponding to the phase in progress illuminates.

Display windowIt strikes the chosen programme duration.

Modifying of the spin speed (after a pause)During the wash cycle (before starting the "spin" step), you can still modify thespin speed. You can also select a rinse hold until the end of the "rinsings" step.The other selections can not be modified.Interrupting a programme in progressThe wash programme starts again when it had been interrupted. A modificationof the programme is not possible even during the pause.

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10. End of programmeThe appliance is equipped with a security which prevents the lid from openingduring the cycle. When the drum is in the high position, the " " light

illuminates. Then, the END light " " illuminates and the START/PAUSE " "relevant light extinguishes : the lid can be opened.

Programmes end by:

a spin (for all the wash programmes) if the RINSE HOLD option " " hasnot been selected,

a rinse hold (for all the wash programmes) if the RINSE HOLD option " "has been selected. The START/PAUSE button " " flashes, the " " and

" " lights illuminate. The START/PAUSE " " relevant light stops flashing.You can then end these programmes by a spin by pressing the START/PAUSE button " " or by a drain by positionning the programme selectoron the DRAIN position " " (before placing the programme selector onthe OFF position " "). Then, press the START/PAUSE button " ".At the end of these steps, the END light " " illuminates.

At the end of the cycle, place the programme selector on the OFF position " "in order to switch off the appliance.

Remove the laundry. Unplug the appliance and switch off the water inlet tap.

Check that the drum is empty: any garments left in the appliance may bedamaged during the next wash (shrinkage) or their colour may run onto othergarments.

Note:Leave the lid open in order to air the washing machine.

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Washing type,care label

Washing to beboiled

Coloureds 1)

Easy care washing

Delicate washing

Wool / Handwash

Programme tablesWashingThis table does not include all possibilities, simply the best and mostusual adjustments in practice.

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Max. washingquantity

(dry weight)

5,0 kg

5,0 kg

2,5 kg

1,0 kg

2,5 kg (or 15-20 m of netcurtains)

1,0 kg

Otherpossiblebuttons

Timer /Temperature

WHITECOLOUREDS95 C

ECONOMIC PROGRAMME:WHITE / COLOUREDSECO PROGRAMME

WHITECOLOUREDSfrom 30 C to 60 C

SYNTHETICSfrom 40 C to 60 C

EASY IRONING40 C

DELICATESfrom 30 C to 40 C

WOOL / HANDWASHfrom cold " " to 40 C

1) Programme at 60 C setting for testing in accordance with standard EN 60 456.

2) Short programme does not available on 50 cotton programme.

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Separate softener / Starch

TimerWashing type

Washing to be boiledColoureds

Easy care washing

Delicate washingWool

Max. washing quantity(dry weight)

5,0 kg

2,5 kg

2,5 kg1,0 kg

Separate rinse

TimerWashing type


Easy care washing

Delicate washingWool


5,0 kg

2,5 kg

2,5 kg1,0 kg

Separate spin

TimerWashing type


Easy care washing

Delicate washing

Wool


5,0 kg

2,5 kg

2,5 kg

1,0 kg

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Cleaning and maintenanceAlways unplug your washing machine before cleaning.

Removing scale from your washing machineIt is usually not necessary to remove scale from the washing machine if thecorrect amounts of detergent were added.If you need to remove scale, use a special non-corrosive product speciallydesigned for washing machines, that you can buy in the shop.Respect the dose and frequency of scale removal shown on the packaging.

After each washing cycleWe recommend that you leave the cover and drum open after each wash,to air the tank and prevent the formation of mould and bad smells.Clean inside the cover and around the tank inlet using a sponge soakedin water (do not use a scouring pad).

The claddingClean the washing machine cladding using lukewarm water and a milddetergent. Rinse and dry carefully.Warning: never use alcohol, solvents or similar products, abrasives or asponge with a scouring pad.

The control panelClean the control panel with lukewarm water and a moist sponge.

The detergent dispensers

Removing the detergent dispenserPress on the clips on each side of the product box and pull it upwards (fig. 1 andfig. 2).You can thus clean it with running water using a brush or a twisted cloth (fig. 3).Check that the siphons at the back of the product box are not blocked (fig. 4).

Replacing the boxPut the product box back into position in the slots until it clicks into position(fig. 5).

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The drain filterClean the filter at the bottom of the washing machineregularly. If your washing fluffs a lot, clean the filterafter every wash. Lower the drain pipe into a largereceptacle placed on the floor to drain any waterremaining in your washing machine and then:

to drain all remaining water:a. Open the chute (fig. 1)b. Place a shallow receptacle with a straight edge underthe chute. To finish draining, turn the drain filter pluguntil it is vertical to allow all remaining water to run out(fig. 2).

to clean the filter:a. Turn the filter in the anti-clockwise direction andtake it out (fig. 3).b. Clean it carefully with running water.c. Put the filter back in position and screw it in theclockwise direction.d. Close the chute again.

Precautions against frostIf your appliance is exposed at a temperature lower than 0 C, take thefollowing precautions:- Switch off the water inlet tap and the water inlet pipe.- Place the end of this pipe and this one of the drain pipe in a basin on theground.- Select the drain programme " ".- Switch off the appliance by placing the selector programme on the OFFposition " ".- Unplug the appliance.- Rescrew the water inlet pipe and replace the drain pipe.In this way, the water remained in the pipes is drained. So frost can notdamage your appliance.For the future uses of your appliance, make sure that the temperature of theroom where is located the machine is upper than 0 C.

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TroubleshootingThe manufacturing process of your appliance has been subject to manychecks. However, if you notice an operating fault, refer to the table belowbefore calling the after-sales service. Whilst the appliance is operating, thefollowing error codes may appear in the display window:E10: filling problem.E20: draining problem. E40: lid open.After having removed the possible causes of the fault, press the START/PAUSE button " " to restart the interrupted cycle. If the error codereappears or if the fault has not disappeared, contact the after-sales serviceof your retail outlet.

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INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONSSafety instructions for the installation

If the electrical installation in your house needs to be modified so thatyou can plug your washing machine in, have the work done by a qualifiedelectrician.

Please read the instructions in the Electrical connection chaptercarefully before plugging in your washing machine.

Ask a qualified plumber to make the water connections for yourwashing machine.

After you have put your washing machine into place, make sure that thepower supply cable is not trapped under it.

This washing machine is heavy. Take care when you move it.

All packing devices must be removed from the washing machine beforeyou use it. Severe damage may occur to the washing machine or adjacentfurniture if you forget to remove any of the transport protectionpacking. Always unplug the washing machine before removing packing.

All repairs to the washing machine must be made by qualified personnel.

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Installing your washing machineRemoving transport packing

Warning!All parts used to protect internal components of the washing machine duringtransport must be removed before you use the washing machine for the firsttime. Keep these parts and their attachments in case you need to transport itagain.

1. Remove the outer packaging from the washing ma-chine. Tilt it backwards, rotate it by a quarter of a turn onone of its back corners to take it off the transport base. Itwill naturally be separated from the washing machine.

2. Open your washing machine cover and take out thepacking that holds the drum in place and the red plasticwedge. Close the cover again.

3. Use a spanner to unscrew and remove the two spacers (A)at the back of the washing machine.

4. Now put the closers (B) provided in the pack attached tothe washing machine into position to close the openingsthat became visible, and do not forget to fold back the pluginto the middle.

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5. Make sure that you have removed all these packingparts from the washing machine, and keep them in a safeplace in case you need them for transport again (forexample if you move).

In case of re-packing, use all the packing parts.

As far as the screwing of the spacers is concerned, thespring must be compressed to a lenght of around 20 mm.

6. If you want to keep your washing machine in line withadjacent furniture, you can cut the pipe support strip atthe back of your washing machine. This will save about2 to 3 cm in depth.Put the two side closers into position.


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PositionIn order to install your washing machine, you will need:

An electricity power supply (see electrical connection). A water inlet with a 20 x 27 mm connection. A water drain with a minimum height of 70 cm. A ventilated room.

Put your washing machine on a hard and flat floor.Make sure that your washing machine does not touch the wall or any otherelements in the kitchen.Warning: when your machine is installed on a floor with a carpet, make surethat the carpet does not block any of the openings near the bottom of themachine, since they are necessary for ventilation.The tap, drainage installation and the power outlet must be close to themachine pipes and the power supply cable.Do not install the washing machine in a room subject to frost.

Leveling and moving the washing machine

Level the washing machine by screwing the leveling screws in or out.Precise leveling will prevent vibrations, noise and movements of the machineduring operation.

After leveling, fix the leveling screws in position by tightening the ringsmanually or using a screwdriver.

When you want to move your washing machine, lift it on its rollers by pullingthe lever at the bottom of the washing machine from the right towards the left.Put the lever back into its initial position once you have put the machine whereyou want it.


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Electrical connectionInformation about the mains power supply, thenature of the power and the fuses to be used aregiven on the washing machine name plate at theback of the washing machine.

If the washing machine is directly connected to the electrical installation (fixedconnection), insert a two-pole switch with a contact opening distance of not lessthan 3 mm.

This washing machine can only be connected to 220-230 V single phase powersupply.

Check that the subscribers meter and fuses are capable of carrying the currentrequired by the washing machine, allowing for other electrical equipmentconnected at the same time.

Rating of line fuses (one for each phase):10 A in 220-230 V single phase.

ImportantThe installation shall comply with with the rules in force.

Use a power outlet with an earthing pin, which shall be connected according tothe rules in force.

If the mains power supply cable has to be replaced, have the work done by theAfter Sales Service to make sure that it is done safely.

Make sure that the earthing connector is conform with the rules in force.

We cannot be held responsible if accidents or incidents are caused by a non-existent or defective earth.


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Water connectionsThe washing machine is provided with safety equipment that preventsdirty water from flowing backwards into the drinking water supply pipes,in accordance with national water company specifications. Thereforethere is no need to use any other additional protection in the installation.

Warning! Washing machines designed to be connected to a cold waterpipe must not be supplied with hot water!

Allowable water pressure

The water pressure shall be not less than 0,5 bar (= 0,05 MPa) and not more than8 bar ( = 0,8 MPa).

Install a pressure reducer if the pressure exceeds 8bar.

If the pressure is below 0,5 bar, unscrew the supplypipe on the magnetic inlet valve on the washingmachine, and remove the flow regulator (to do this,you will need to remove the filter using pliers, andthen rubber washer under it). Then put the filterback into position. This work can only be done by a qualified installer.

Water supply

A 1.5 m long supply pipe is provided with the washing machine.

If you need to use a longer supply pipe, only use a complete set of pipesfitted with installed screw-on end pieces, supplied by our After SalesService.

Warning! Never use odd pieces of pipe as extensions!

Sealing rings are supplied either inside the plastic nuts, or with theaccessories supplied with the washing machine. Do not use other sealingrings!


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Aqua-stop pipeThis is a measure of protection against the damagescaused by the water. Indeed, the water inlet wornsaway by time and it can so deteriorate. In this case,the "aqua-stop" prevents the water from going intothe appliance.The problem is indicated by the appearance of a redmark in the window "A". Close the water inlet tapand call the After-Sales Service.Installation:1. Screw the supply hose connector onto the threaded end of the waterinlet tap (20 x 27 mm).2. The other end of the water inlet hose, located on the side of theappliance, can be orientated in any direction. Undo the tightening ringslightly, rotate the end of the pipe and then do up the ring securely.

Water drainageIt is preferable to connect the drain pipe to a siphon. However, you canput it directly in a sink or a basin, or even into a bath.Only use original pipes as extensions (placed on the floor over a lengthof not more than 3 m and at a height of not more than 1 m).

Water drained into a siphonThe end piece fitted on the end of the pipe may beconnected to any type of standard siphon.Use a clamping collar to keep the end piece inposition on the siphon.

Water drained into a sinkWhen the drain pipe is placed in a sink or a washbasin, use the elbow supplied with the washingmachine to prevent it from slipping.This pipe could be forced out of the sink under thepressure of the water being drained.Small sinks should be avoided !You can avoid this problem by fixing the elbow tothe water tap or to the wall using the orifice pro-vided.

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Technical characteristicsDimensions height with panel 895 mm

height without panel 850 mmwidth 397 mmdepth 600 mm

Voltage / frequency 220-230 V / 50 HzTotal power 2300 WHeating power 1950 WFuse rating 10 A

Water pressure minimum 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar)maximum 0,8 MPa (8 bar)

Max spin speed cotton from rinse hold to 1500 rpmsynth./wool from rinse hold to 900 rpmdelicates from rinse hold to 700 rpm

This washing machine complies with directive CEE 89-336 concerningthe limitation of radioelectric disturbances and directive CEE 73-23dealing with electrical safety.

Washing machine dimensions

Guarantee conditions and After Sales servicePlease contact our AEG agents' of the country directly.

AEG Hausgerte GmbHPostfach 1036D-90327 Nrnberg

http: //www.aeg.hausgeraete.de

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