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ÖKO-LAVAMA T 72630 update The envir onmentally friendly washing machine User information[...]
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2 Dear Customer , Please read this instruction book car efully before using the appliance. Please ensure you fully under stand the safety instructions on the fir st pages of this instruction book. Retain the instruction book for futur e refere nce, and pass it on to any future owner s. 1 The warning triangle and / or key words ( Warn in g ! , Cauti[...]
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Contents 3 CONTENTS Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]
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Contents 4 Program tables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 5 Separate conditioning / s tarching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 6 [...]
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Contents 5 Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Water connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Water pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Inle[...]
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Operating Instructions 6 OPER ATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety The safety features of AEG electrical appliances comply with accepted technical standards and the German Appliance Safety Law . However , we also consider it our obligation as a manufacturer to inform you about the following safety information. Prior to initial start-up • Observe the "[...]
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Operating Instructions 7 Child Safety • P ackaging materials (e.g. films, styrofoam) can be danger ous for chil- dren. Ther e is a risk of suffocation! Keep all packaging well away from children. • This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Do not allow children to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance. • P ets and chi[...]
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Operating Instructions 8 2 Disposal Packaging Dispose of the packaging material correctly . All packaging materials used are envir onmentally friendly and can be disposed of without any danger to the environment. • Plastic parts can be recycled and ar e identified as follows: • Cardboar d packaging is manufactured fr om recycled paper and shoul[...]
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Operating Instructions 9 Description of the Appliance Fr ont view Deter gent dispenser drawer Detergent dispenser drawer Main door Screw feet (height-adjustable) Control panel Flap in front of drain pump. Rating plate (behind door) Pre-wash detergent / soaking agent or water softening agent if used. Main wash detergent in powder form and water soft[...]
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Operating Instructions 10 Contr ol panel Pr ogram selector The progr am selector defines the nature of the washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) to suit the type of washing, as well as the washing solution. OFF Switches the washing machine off, the machine is switched on at all other positions. COTT ONS / LIN[...]
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Operating Instructions 11 EASY -CARES Main washing cycle for easy-care textiles (mixed fabrics) at 40 ° C to 60 ° C. EASY IRON position: Main washing cycle at 40 ° C for easy-car e fabrics which, with the aid of this progr am, only requir e a gentle iron, if any ironing at all. DELICATES Main washing cycle for delicates at 30 ° C or 40 ° C. WO[...]
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Operating Instructions 12 Pr ogram option buttons The progr am options buttons are used to adapt the washing progr am to suit the degree of soiling of the washing. Progr am options are not requir ed for normally soiled wa shing. The different functions can be combined together depending on the progr am. PRE WASH Warm pr e wash before the main washi[...]
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Operating Instructions 13 Consumption data and wash times The values given in the following table for selected progr ams wer e calculated under standard conditions. They pr ovide a useful guide for operation in the home. What does UPDA TE mean? The control system of your machine is fully electronic. The softwar e which determines this control syste[...]
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Operating Instructions 14 Befor e the first wash 0 Run a washi ng cycle without w ashing (CO TTONS 95, with half the amount of detergent). This removes any residues fr om the drum which may have been left during manufacturing. Pr eparing a W ash Load Sorting and pr eparing a wash load • Sort washing according to the car e symbol and type (see &qu[...]
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Operating Instructions 15 W ashing Types and Car e Symbols The car e symbols help you chose the correct washing pr ogram. W ashing should be sorted according to type and car e symbol. The te mperatur es indicated in the car e symbols are the maximum temper atures. Cottons ç Fabrics made fr om cotton and linen with this care symbol will with- stand[...]
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Operating Instructions 16 Deter gents a nd Conditioners Which deter gent and conditioner ? Use only deter gents and conditioner s which are su itable for use in automatic washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much deter gent and conditioner ? The requir ed quantity depends upon: • the extent of soiling of the w[...]
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Operating Instructions 17 Running a washing cycle Brief instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 0 1. Set the correct washing pr ogram: – Select the progr am and temperatur e with the program selector . – Select any progr am options if requir ed. 2. If necessary, change the spin speed / select RINSE HOLD. 3. Set the DELA Y [...]
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Operating Instructions 18 Setting the Washing Pr ogr am 3 See "Progr am tables" for a suitable pr ogram, corr ect temperatur e and possible progr am options to suit the type of washing. 0 1. Set the pr ogram selector to the desired washing pr ogram with the desired temper ature. The expected duration of the progr am selected is displayed [...]
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Operating Instructions 19 Setting the delay timer / soaking dur ation Delay timer The DELA Y TIMER button allows the start of a washing progr am to be delayed by 1 hour up to a maximum of 19 hour s. 0 To do this, press the DELA Y TIMER button repeatedly until the desir ed start delay is shown in the multi display , for example 12h for a 12 hour del[...]
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Operating Instructions 20 Opening and closing the door 0 Open: Pull the handle on the door . 0 Close: Press the door firmly closed. The displays DOOR and START/P AUSE show when the appliance is switched on whether the door can be opened: 3 If – the display DOOR flashes red, – then the error code E4 0 flashes in the multi display , – and the M[...]
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Operating Instructions 21 Add deter gent / conditioner 3 For instructions concerning deter gent and conditioner s, see "Detergents and conditioners". 0 1. Open the detergent dispenser dr awer . press in the flap on the drawer so as to be able to grasp the handle(1), and pull out the dr awer (2). 2. Adding detergent / conditioner 3. Push t[...]
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Operating Instructions 22 Starting the washing pr ogram 0 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Start the washing progr am: Press the ST ART / PAUSE button The washing progr am is started or starts at the end of the time delay set. 3 If the DOOR display flashes red when the START / PAUSE button is pressed, the door is not pr operly closed. – Th[...]
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Operating Instructions 23 3 The counting down of the r emaining time may be stopped or corrected by the washing machine controller as a r esult of automatic adjustments to the progr am (amount of washing, washing type, imbalance detec- tion, special rinse cycle, etc.). Change the washing pr ogram Changing or stopping the wash progra m 0 1. Pr ess t[...]
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Operating Instructions 24 W ashing cycle is complete/Removing the washing. Once the washing program has come to an end, END illuminates on the progr am progr ess display . If RINSE HOLD was selected, the display beside the START/ PAUSE button flashes. 0 1. After a rinse hold, the water must fir st be pumped out: – Either press the START / PAUSE b[...]
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Operating Instructions 25 Pr ogram tables Wa sh i n g Not all possible settings ar e listed below , only those which are useful and meaningful in everyday use. Typ e o f wa shi ng ; care symbol Max. load (dry weight) 1) 1) A 10 litre bucket holds a pproximately 2. 5 kg of dr y washing (c otton). Progr am selector; temperatur e P ossible program opt[...]
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Operating Instructions 26 Separ ate conditioning / starching Separate rinse Separate spin Typ e o f wa sh in g Max. Load (dry weight) Progr am selector Cottons / linen 5k g STARCHING Typ e o f wa sh in g Max. Load (dry weight) Progr am selector Cottons / linen 5k g GENTLE RINSE Easy-car es 2.5 kg Delicates 2.5 kg Woollens/Hand Wash 2k g Typ e o f w[...]
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Operating Instructions 27 Maintenance and Cleaning Contr ol panel Important! Do not use househol d furniture polish or abrasive cleaner s to clean panel and operating parts. 0 Wipe over the operating panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water . Deter gent Dispenser Drawer The detergent dispenser dr awer should be cleaned from time to time. 0 1. Pull [...]
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Operating Instructions 28 7. Use a brush to clean the entire compartment area of the washing machine, particularly also the nozzles on the top side of the compartment. 8. Set the deter gent dispensing drawer into the guide tr acks and push it in. Wa sh i n g Ma c h i n e D ru m The washing machine dru m is made from rust-fr ee stainless steel. Any [...]
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Operating Instructions 29 What to do if... T rouble Shooting If the appliance is not working correctly , please carry out the following checks before contacting your local AEG Service Force Centr e. Important: If you call out an engineer to a fault listed below , or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made ev[...]
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Operating Instructions 30 The washing machine vibrates durin g opera- tion or is un stable. The machine is not level. Adjust the feet accor ding to the installation and connec- tion instructions. There is very l ittle washing in the drum (e.g. only one dressing gown). This does not impair the function. The water could no t be com- pletely pumped ou[...]
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Operating Instructions 31 Washing heavily creased Proba bly too much washing put in the drum. P ay attention to the maxi- mum load quantity (see Pr o- gram ta bles). In the case of easy-car e fabrics, select the EASY IRON pr ogram. The washing is not suf- ficiently spun. Water is left in the drum. The fault code E20 appear s . The RINSE display fla[...]
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Operating Instructions 32 If the washing r esults are not satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits are pr esent in the drum • Insufficient detergent has been added. • Incorrect deter gent was used. • Stains were not pre-tr eated. • Progr am or temperatur e was not set correctly . • If using modular detergents, the [...]
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Operating Instructions 33 Carrying out an emer gency emptying • If the washing machine no longer pumps out the water , emergency emptying must be carried out. • If the washing machine is located in a room in which below fr eezing temperatur es might occur , emergency emptying must be carried o ut. Furthermore: unscr ew the inlet hose from the w[...]
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Operating Instructions 34 When the water is completely drained: 6. Push the plug secur ely into the emergency emptying hose and turn it clockwise to secure it. 7. Replace the emergency emptying hose in its holder . 8. Put on the flap and close. Cleaning the dr ain pump 1 Warning! Switch off the washing machine and pull out the mains plug before cle[...]
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Operating Instructions 35 Unlocking of the door in an emer gency . If the door cannot be opened, it can be opened using the emergency unlock feature. 0 1. If water can be seen in the door window , first carry out emer gency emptying (see the section "Carrying out emergency emptying"). 2. Pull down the flap on the right hand side of the ba[...]
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Operating Instructions 36 Child Safety Featur e If the child safety featur e is set, the door cannot be closed and no washing progr am can be started. Setting the child safety feature 0 Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the door clock- wise as far as it will go. 1 Warning! The rotary knob must not be in a vertical position after a[...]
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Installation and connec tion instructions 37 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Safety Pr ecautions • When moving do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right hand side (viewed fr om the front). This is to pr event the pos- sibility of the electronic components becoming wet. • Before installation inspect t[...]
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Installation and connection instructions 38 Installation of the appliance T ransporting the appliance • Do not place the washing machine on its front or on its right hand side (viewed from the fr ont). This is to prevent the possibility of the electronic components becoming wet. • Never transport the unit without the transport packaging and bol[...]
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Installation and connec tion instructions 39 3 The special spanner (E) and the caps (D) (2 each) and (G) (1 each) are supplied with it. 3. Remove the two screws (A) with the special spanner . 4. Remove the 4 screws (B). 5. Remove the transit bar (C). 6. Screw the 4 screws (B) back in for safe keeping. 7. Close the 2 large holes with the caps (D). I[...]
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Installation and connection instructions 40 Installation-Site pr eparation • The installation surface must be clean, dry and level. Do not install on a deep pile carpet. • Minor unevenness of the floor surface should never be levelled out by laying pieces of wood, card or similar materials, but should always be compensated for by adjusting the [...]
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Installation and connec tion instructions 41 Levelling the Appliance Floor unevenness can be compensated for and the height can be cor- re cted with the four adjustable screw feet. The height can be adjusted in a ra nge of +10 ... -5 mm. To adjust the feet use the special spanner supplied. 0 1. Slide the special key firmly onto the hexagon head of [...]
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Installation and connection instructions 42 Electrical Connection Any electrical work requir ed to install this appliance should be car ried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. 1 WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should these safety measures not be observed. Before switching on, make s[...]
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Installation and connec tion instructions 43 1 WARNING! A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed of safely. P erm anent Connection In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supp[...]
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Installation and connection instructions 44 W ater connection 3 The washing machine is provided with safety devices pr eventing back- contamination of the water supply and complies with local water authority requir ements. This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home ’ s water supply . Before connecting up the machine to ne[...]
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Installation and connec tion instructions 45 Inlet Hose Connection A pressur e hose of 1.35m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is requir ed, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose scr ew connections is pe rmissible, available from AEG Service For ce Centres. – Hose sets in lengths of 2. 2 m, 3.5 m, and 5 m are av[...]
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Installation and connection instructions 46 Wa te r D ra i na g e The appliance drain hose should hook into a standpipe, the hook in the drain hose is formed usin g the plastic “ U-Piece “ supplied. The standpipe should have an internal diameter of approximately 38 mm (see dia- gram) thus ensuring ther e is an air break between the dr ain hose [...]
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Installation and connec tion instructions 47 If you intend the dr ain hose from the washing machine to empty into a sink, make sure tha t the sink is empty and the plug hose is not blocked. Use the plastic “ U-Piece “ supplied. Important! The end o f the drainage hose must not be submerged in the pumped-out water . Otherwise, the water could be[...]
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Installation and connection instructions 48 T echnical data Dimensions (dimensions in mm) Height Adjustment approx. +1 0 / -5 mm Load (depending on the progr am) max. 5 kg Area of use Domestic Drum speed, spinning see rating plate Water pr essure 1-1 0 bar (=1 0-1 00 N /cm 2 = 0.1-1.0 Mpa)[...]
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Warranty conditions 49 W ARRANTY CONDITIONS Gr eat Britain Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guar antee to the firs t purchaser of this appliance. 1. The guar antee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appl iance is handed over to the first r etail purchaser , which must be verified by purchase invoice or simila r docu- mentation. [...]
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Index 50 INDEX C Changing t he program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Child Safety Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 , 36 Circulation Pump . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 , 34 Clothes sensitive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 , 15 Conditioner . . . . . . . . . 9 , 11 , 16 , 17 , 21 , 26 Cottons . . . . . . . . . . [...]
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Service & Spare Parts 51 SERVICE & SPAR E P ARTS If after carrying out the nece ssary checks there is still a fault with your appliance please contact your local AEG Service Force Centr e. In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or elec[...]
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