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    Ö K O -L A V A M A T 72620 update The envir onmentally friendly washing machine Instruction book[...]

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    2 Dear Customer , Please read this instruction book thr ough carefully , befor e using the appliance. Please ensure you fully under stand the safety instructions on the first pages of thi s instruction book! Reta in t he instruction book for fut ur e refer ence, and pass it on to any futur e owners. 1 The warning triangle and/or the key words ( War[...]

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    Contents 3 CONTENTS Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Safety Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Envi[...]

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    Contents 4 Pr ogram T ables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Separate Fabric Softening / Starching . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Sep[...]

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    Contents 5 Installation and Connection Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Installation Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Appliance Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 1 Front and Side Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

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    6 OPER ATING INSTRUCTIONS 1 Safety Instructions Y our safety is of paramount importance, please ensur e you read these warnings before installing or using the appliance. If you ar e unsure about any of the meanings of these warnings, contact the Customer Care Department. Prior to Initial Start-up  This appliance must be connected to the cold wat[...]

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    Operating Instructions 7 Child Safety  This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance.  Pets and childr en have been known to climb into washing machines. Please check the drum before use.  Keep all packaging well away from childr en.  Keep all d[...]

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    Operating Instructions 8 2 Disposal Packagi ng  Dispose of the packaging material correctly . All packaging materials are envir onmentally friendly and can be disposed of without any danger to the environment.  The external plastic covering and bags inside are made of polyethyl- ene (marking >PE<).  The padding is made of CFC free ex[...]

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    Operating Instructions 9 Description of the Appliance Fr ont View Deter gent Dispenser Drawer Detergent dispenser dr awer Control pane l Door with handle Flap in front of drain pum p Height adjustable feet Rating plate (behind door) k Pre wash detergent / soaking agent or water softening agent if used. l Main wash deter gent in powder form and wate[...]

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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 wash temperatur e. OFF Switches the washing machine off, the machine is switched on at all other positions. COTT ONS / LI[...]

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    Operating Instructions 11 DELICATES Main washing cycle for delicates at 30° C or 40° C. WOOLLENS / P (Hand W ashing) Main washing cycle (cold to 40° C) for machine washable woollens as well as for hand washable woollen fabrics and silk with the ï (hand washing) care symbol. GENTLE RINSE Separate gentle rinse, e.g. for rinsing hand washed fabric[...]

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    Operating Instructions 12 QUICK WASH Shortened main washing cycle for lightly soiled washing. STAIN For treating heavily soiled or stained washing. (In-wash stain tr eatment is washed in from the m compartment at the optimal point in the progr am cycle.) 3 When the WOOLLENS/ P (hand washing) setting is chosen, the pr o- gram options cannot be selec[...]

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    Operating Instructions 13 Befor e Using for the First Time 0 1. Pull the detergent dispenser dr awer out a short distance. 2. P our about 1 litre of water thr ough the detergent dispenser drawer into the washing machine. When this has been done, the ÖKO lock can function correctly . 3. Run a washing cycle without washing (CO TTONS 95, with half th[...]

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    Operating Instructions 14  Shake out washing before placing into the washing machine.  Do not place folded washing into the drum.  Obser ve tips such as "wash separ ately" and "wash separately sever al times"! W ashing Types and Car e Symbols Care symbols assist in the selection of the corr ect washing progr a m. Washin[...]

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    Operating Instructions 15 Which Deter gent? T o ensure you obtain the best wash results fr om your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents r ecommended for use in automatic machines. T o maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use[...]

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    Operating Instructions 16 And in which form? Not only are ther e different types of deter gent, but they are also avail- able in different forms. Whether you choose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form, is down to per sonal choice. Tr aditional Powders P our the powder directly into the dispenser drawer . Do not sprinkle powder onto cl[...]

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    Operating Instructions 17 How much Deter gent and Fabric Softener ? The amount to be used depends on  the load: 3 If the detergent manufactur er does not make any specifications for small loads, use a third less for half loads, and for very small loads only use half of the amount of washing powder recommended for a full load.  the soiling: Fo[...]

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    Operating Instructions 18 Running a W ash Cycle Brief Instructions A washing cycle consists of the following steps: 0 1. Set the correct washing progr am:  select the program and the temper ature with the pr ogram selector  select any program options if r equired 2. If necessary change the spin speed /select RINSE HOLD). 3. Set time delay if [...]

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    Operating Instructions 19 Setting the W ashing Progr am 3 See "Progr am Tables" for a suitable pr ogram, corr ect temperatur e and possible additional progr ams to suit the type of washing. 0 Set the progr am selector to the desired pr ogram and the desir ed temperatur e. The expected duration of the pr o- gram selected is displayed on th[...]

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    Operating Instructions 20 Setting the Delay Timer 0 If necessary set the delay timer: press the DELA Y TIMER button repeatedly until the desired time delay is displayed in the multi-display , for example 12h for a 12 hour delay start of the progr am. 3 If 19h is displayed and you press the button again, the dur ation of the washing progr am set app[...]

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    Operating Instructions 21 Adding Detergent / Conditioner 3 For instructions concerning detergents and conditioner s see "Detergents and Conditioner s". 0 1. Open the detergent dispenser drawer: press in the flap on the dr awer so as to be able to grasp the handle (1), pull out the drawer (2). 2. Add detergent/conditioner . k Pre-wash dete[...]

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    Operating Instructions 22 Starting the W ashing Progr am 0 1. Check whether 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 indicator flashes red when the ST ART/PAUSE button is pressed, the door is not pr operly closed.[...]

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    Operating Instructions 23 W ashing Pr ogram Sequence Progr am Progr ess Display Prior to the start, the progr am steps chosen are displayed on the pr ogram progr ess display . During the washing progr am, the current pr o- gram step is displayed. Multi-Display The expected time remaining (in minutes) to the end of the progr am is displayed on the m[...]

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    Operating Instructions 24 W ashing Cycle Complete / Removing the W ashing Once the washing progr am has come to an end, END illuminates on the progr am progress display . If RINSE HOLD was selected, the indicator beside the ST ART / PAUSE button flashes. 0 1. After a RINSE HOLD, the water must first be pumped out:  Press either the ST ART / PAUS[...]

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    Operating Instructions 25 Pr ogram T ables Wa s hi n g Not all possible settings are given in the following, but only those that are useful and meaningful in everyday use. Type of Wa shin g, Car e Symbol Max. Load (Weight Dry) 1) 1) A 10-litr e bucket contains about 2.5 kg of dry washing (cotton). Program Selector Temperatur e Po ss ib l e Option B[...]

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    Operating Instructions 26 Separ ate Fabric Softening / Starching Separ ate Rinsing Separ ate Spinning Type of Wa shin g Max. Load (Weight Dry) Pr ogram Selector Cottons / Linen 5k g STARCHING Easy-Cares 2.5 kg Delic ates 2.5 kg Type of Wa shin g Max. Load (Weight Dry) Pr ogram Selector Cottons / Linen 5k g GENTLE RINSE Easy-Cares 2.5 kg Delic ates [...]

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    Operating Instructions 27 Maintenance and Cleaning Contr ol Panel Important! Do not use household furniture polish or abrasive cleaner s to clean the panel and operating parts. 0 Wipe over the operating panel 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. Pul[...]

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    Operating Instructions 28 What to do when  3 The whistling noise when spinning may be different to your prevous washing machine which is due to the modern drive system. T rouble Shooti ng If you call out an engineer and the fault is listed here, a char ge is levied even if the appliance is in guarantee.  If the error code (1 or (2 is displaye[...]

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    Operating Instructions 29 Washing machine vibrates during op era- tion or is unstable. The machine is not level. Adjust the feet accor ding to the installation and connec- tion instruction. There is only very little wash- ing in the machine (e .g. only a bath robe). Does not impair function. Water could no t be com- pletely pumped out prior to spin[...]

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    Operating Instructions 30 Washing has not been spun sufficiently , there is water left in the drum. Erro r code (2 appear s. Drain hose is kinked. Remove kink. Drain hose to high. Check installation instructions. Drain p ump is blocked. Switch off the machine and pull the plug out of the socket. Carry out emer gency empty- ing (see Carrying out [...]

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    Operating Instructions 31 If the W ashing Results are not Satisfactory If the washing turns greyish and limescale deposits ar e present in the drum  Insufficient washing powder has been added.  Incorrect washing powder was used.  Stains were not pretr eated.  Program or temper ature was not set correctly .  When using modular washing[...]

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    Operating Instructions 32 Carrying out an Emer gency Emptying  If the washing machine no longer pumps out the water an emergency emptying must be carried out.  If the washing machine is located in a room in which below freezing temperatur es might occur , emergency emptying must be carried out if danger of freezing occur s. Furthermore, the i[...]

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    Operating Instructions 33 When the W ater is Completely Drained: 7. Push and twist the plug firmly back into the emergency emptying hose. 8. Push the emergency emptying hose back in a little and let it catch on to the holder . 9. Put on the flap and close. 3 The ÖKO lock does not function when the machine has been fully emp- tied. Therefor e add a[...]

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    Operating Instructions 34 Unlocking the Door in an Emer gency If the door cannot be opened (e.g. due to a faulty door lock or due to a power cut during the washing progr am), it can be opened using the emergency unlock featur e. 0 1. If water can be seen in the window of the door first carry out an emer- gency emptying (see section "Carrying o[...]

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    Operating Instructions 35 When the additional rinse function is selected, the RINSE + indicator on the progr am progr ess display illuminates prior to progr am start and during the additional rinse. 4. If you wish to check whether the additional rinse function is selected:  Turn the progr am selector to SHORT SPIN.  Press the SOAKING button b[...]

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    Operating Instructions 36 Switching off Wash-W ater Cooling: 0 1. Turn the pr ogram selector to SHORT SPIN. 2. Press the PRE W A SH button for at least 5 seconds. As soon as the button is pressed MAINW A SH flashes on the pr ogram progr ess display . After 5 seconds MAINWASH ceases to flash and illumi- nates continuously for 5 seconds. 3. Whilst MA[...]

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    Service & Spare P arts 37 SERVICE & SPAR E P ARTS If after carrying out the necessary 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 ele[...]

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    Guarantee Conditions 38 GUAR ANTEE CONDITIONS Guarantee Conditions AEG offer the following guar antee to the first pur chaser of this appliance. 1. The guar antee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first r etail purchaser , which must be verified by purchase inv oice or similar docu- mentation. The guar antee[...]

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    Guarantee Conditions 39 Euro pean Guarantee If you should move to another co untry within Europe then your guar antee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:  The guar antee starts from the date y ou first purchased your product.  The guar antee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and part[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 40 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Safety Pr ecautions  This appliance is heavy , care should be taken when moving it.  W hen moving, do not tip the washing machine onto its fr ont or left hand side (viewed from the fr ont). This is to prevent the possibility of electrical comp[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 41 Appliance Dimensions Fr ont and Side Views Rear View Important! This appliance must be connected to the cold water supply only .[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 42 Appliance Installation 3 The appliance worktop must not be re moved to gain a height reduction when installing under a kitchen worktop. Appliance T ransit  To prevent electrical components becoming wet when moving the appliance, do not tip the washing machine onto its front or the left hand side (vi[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 43 Removing Tr ansit Packaging Important! Ensure all transit packaging is r emoved prior to installation. Retain tra nsit packaging for future use. 3 The appliance is supplied with a spanner (H) and plastic caps (E) (2 pcs.) and (G) (1 pc). 0 1. Remove the hose holder (A). 2. Remove the 2 screws (B) with the[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 44 Installation-Site Pr eparation  The installation surface must be clean, dry and level.  Do not install on deep pile carpet.  If the appliance is installed next to heat source (e. g. cooking appli- ance), a heat insulating pad (85 x 57 cm) must be placed between the washing machine and the heat so[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 45 Electrical Connection Any electrical work requir ed to install this appliance should be carried 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 su[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 46 P ermanent 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 requir ed load in compliance with the cur- rent [...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 47 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 new [...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 48 Inlet Hose Connection Important! This appliance must be connected to the cold water supply only . The inlet hose provided is 1.2 or 1.3 metr es depending on the model. If a longer inlet hose is requir ed contact your AEG Service Force Centr e. Under no circumstances should hoses be connected together to p[...]

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    Installation and Connection Instructions 49 W ater Drainage The appliance drain hose should hook into a standpipe, the hook in the drain hose is formed using 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 and stand[...]

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    50 T echnical Data Height x Width x Depth 85 x 60 x 60 cm Depth with open door 95 cm Height adjustment appr ox. +1 0/-5 mm Weight when empty approx. 85 kg Load (depending on the progr am) max. 5 kg Area of use Household Wash cycle drum speed max. 53 min -1 r .p.m. Spin cycle drum speed see rating plate Water pr essure 1-1 0 bar (=1 01 00 N/cm 2 [...]

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    Index 51 INDEX A Additional rinse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 C Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 , 16 , 21 liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 , 21 Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 , 14 , 25 , 26 Customer care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 D Danger of fre[...]

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