Electrolux EWF 12260 W manual

Manual de uso User manual EWF 10260 W / EWF 12260 W Lavadora W ashing machine 35.293.042…EWF10260-EWF12260.qxd 14/9/06 13:20 Página 1[...]

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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 electrolux 39 Contents Safety information ............................40 Product description .........................42 Control [...]

40 electrolux safety information Safety Information In the interest of your safety and to ensure the corr ect use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully , including its hints and warnings. T o avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thor o[...]

safety information electrolux 41 G If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please r ead the “ dangers of freezing ”chapter . G Any plumbing work requir ed to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person. G Any electrical work requir ed to install this appliance should be carried o[...]

42 electrolux pr oduct description Pr oduct description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door opening handle Drain pump Adjustable feet 5 4 3 2 1 Prewash W ash Fabric Softener Deter gent dispenser drawer Y our new appliance meets all modern requirements for ef fective treatment of laundry with low water , energy and detergent consumption. T[...]

control panel electr olux 43 Contr ol panel Programme selector dial Spin reduction button Time Expert button AquaCare button Display Start/Pause button Programme pr ogress display Delay Start button 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 35.293.042…EWF10260-EWF12260.qxd 14/9/06 13:20 Página 43[...]

44 electrolux use Use First Use G Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. G Remove the polystryrene block and any material from the drum. G 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 90°C, without an[...]

use electrolux 45 Select the requir ed programme T ur n the pr ogramme selector dial to the requir ed programme. 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 Special programmes: Rinses, Drain, Spin. The selector [...]

46 electrolux use No Spin : by selecting this option, the machine will suppress all spinning phases. On cotton and synthetic programmes the rinses will be performed with more water . Rinse Hold : by selecting this option the water of the last rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics fr om creasing. When the programme has finished the pilot l[...]

use electrolux 47 The washing time will be reduced according to the type of fabric and the selected temperature as shown in the chart. Select the AquaCare option This button can be selected with all programmes except the wool and hand wash programmes. The machine performs some additional rinses. This option is recommended for people who are allergi[...]

48 electrolux use 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. Heating phase During the washing cycle the display shows a temperature icon to indicate that the appliance ha[...]

use electrolux 49 The wash programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button. Selecting the delayed start. • Select the programme and the requir ed options. • Select the delay start. • Depress “Start/Pause” button: the machine starts its hourly countdown.[...]

50 electrolux use Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the “Start/Pause” button. If the “door” light flashes and after 2 minutes goes off, the door can be opened. If the “door” light does not switch off, this means that the machine is already heating, that the water level is above t[...]

washing hints electrolux 51 W ashing hints Sorting 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. T emperatures Before loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds together . Whites may lose their ?[...]

52 electrolux washing hints 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 removin[...]

washing hints electrolux 53 Follow the product manufactur er’ s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the deter gent dispenser drawer . Quantity of deter gent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and har dness of the water used. W ater ha[...]

54 electrolux International wash code symbol 35.293.042…EWF10260-EWF12260.qxd 14/9/06 13:20 Página 54[...]

washing programmes electrolux 55 W ashing programmes Programme/ T emperature T ype of laundry Options Description of programme Cottons 60º-90º White and coloureds cotton: e.g. sheets, tablecloths, household linen. Spin red. , Daily , Quick, Super Main wash from 60º to 90ºC 3 rinses Long spin Cottons Eco 40°-60° White and coloured cotton econo[...]

56 electrolux washing programmes Rinse Separate rinse cycle for hand washed items of all fabric. Spin red. , 3 rinses Short spin Drain For emptying out the last rinse water in programmes with the Rinse Hold option. Draining of water Spin Separate spin for all fabric Spin red. Drain and long spin O For cancelling the wash programme which is running [...]

Pr ogramme information Rinses With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton 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 depr essing button . Drain For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the Rinse Hold option[...]

58 electrolux care and cleaning Car e and cleaning Y ou 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, [...]

care and cleaning electrolux 59 Cleaning the pump The pump should be inspected 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: • Disconnect the appliance. • If necessary wait until the water has cooled down.[...]

60 electrolux care and cleaning 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 r etightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it. Cleaning the water inlet filter If your water is very hard or contains t[...]

something not working electrolux 61 Something not working Certain problems ar e 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 red Start/Pause pilot l[...]

62 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause Solution The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: G The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20 G The drain pump is clogged. E20 G The the option or has been selected. G The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. G Check the drain hose connection. G Clean the drain pump. G[...]

something not working electrolux 63 Malfunction Possible cause Solution The machine vibrates or is noisy: G The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. G The support feet have not been adjusted. G The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. G Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum. G Check the correct installation of the app[...]

Malfunction Possible cause Solution 64 electrolux something not working If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centr e. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will requir e this information. The machine makes an unusual noise G The machine is[...]

technical data electrolux 65 T echnical data Dimensions Width 60 cm 85 cm 62,5 cm Height Depth W ater supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa 0,8 MPa Maximum Cotton Synthetics Delicates Woollens and handwash Maximum Load 6 kg 2,5 kg 2,5 kg 2 kg Maximum Spin Speed Mod. EWF12260 1200 rpm Mod. EWF10260 1000 rpm Electrical connection V oltage - Overall power [...]

66 electrolux Consumption values (*) The “ Cottons 60° and option Eco selected” i s the refer ence programme for the data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards. The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered pur ely indicative, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry , on the inl[...]

installation electrolux 67 Installation T ransit security bars Before starting the machine up, the transport security bars must be removed as follows: Y ou are advised to keep all the transport security bars. In case the appliance has to be transported again. 1. Unscrew and r emove the three r ear screws by means of a key . 2. Lean the appliance ba[...]

68 electrolux installation Hydraulic connection There should be a COLD W A TER tap near the washing machine with a screwing on connection pipe of 3/4 gas for the water supply , a sink, a wash basin or a drainage system in the wall. Previously check if: - it is not a hot water tap. - the running water is clean. If not, run off a r easonable amount o[...]

installation electrolux 69 IMPORT ANT : The distance from the floor to the highest part of the hose should be between 60 to 90 cm. (It is advised to be between 60 and 70 cm). The hose must not be bent nor twisted to avoid clogging. Should a prolongation of the discharging hose be unavoidable this must never surpass 1.5 m and must be of the same dia[...]

70 electrolux installation Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 230 V , single-phase, 50 Hz supply . Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load requir ed (2.1 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use. The applicable rules for electrical security requir e an adequate earthing[...]

en vironment concerns electrolux 71 Envir onment concer ns Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are r ecyclable. >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 site[...]

72 electrolux guarantee conditions Eur opean guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux, in each of the countries listed in the following page, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law . If you move from one of these countries to another of these countries the appliance guarantee will move with you subject t[...]

customer service centres electrolux 73 Customer Service Centr es Should you need further assintance please contact your local Customer Service Centre 35.293.042…EWF10260-EWF12260.qxd 14/9/06 13:20 Página 73[...]

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