Electrolux EW 1280F manual

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2 Content s Operating sequence 15-17 Washing programmes 18 International wash code symbols 19 Maintenance 20 After each wash 20 Maintenance wash 20 Door seal 20 Cabinet 20 Detergent dispenser drawer 20 Drain pump 21 Water inlet filter 21 Emergency emptying out 21 The dangers of freezing 22 T rouble-Shooting Guide 23-24 Electrolux W arranty New Zeal[...]

3 Inst allation • When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre. • All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely remo[...]

T echnical specifications 4 Disposal T ip s for environment al protection Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE< =polyethylene >PS< =polystyrene >PP< =polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Machine Use authorised [...]

5 Inst allation Unp acking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the two rear bottom screws. Slide out the two plastic pins. Lay the machine on its back,[...]

6 The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use. W ater drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in four ways: Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine . In th[...]

7 Y our new washing machine This new washing machine, which is fitted with the New Jet System, patented Electrolux, meets all modern needs for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. • The possibility of selecting the temperature and all the options offered by this washing machine gives you truly “custom[...]

8 Use 1 24 35 6 7 8 9 1 01 11 2 Prewash Quick Wash Prewash Wash Rinses Spin Drain Cold Night Cycle 1200 900 700 500 Delicates 60 °C 40 °C 95 °C 30 °C Wool On/Off Cottons Synthetics FABRICS TEMPERATURE SPIN SPEED Super Rinse Eco OPTIONS Start/Pause Reset Skip Delay Start Hand wash Soak EW 1280 F Control p anel 1 ON/OFF button Press this button t[...]

9 To complete the cycle, choose one of the following options: • Draining and spin: - Press the START/PAUSE button. The machine will drain the water, then spin the laundry at the maximum speed provided for the selected programme. - Select spin speed by means of button 5, and press the START/PAUSE button. • Drain only - Press the SKIP/RESET butto[...]

• The washing machine has stopped with water in tub , at the end of a programme with NIGHT CYCLE option: this is indicated by a static zero . • The washing machine has completed the programme : this is indicated by a blinking zero . The zero will reappear when you switch the washing machine on, unless the previous programme has been erased by m[...]

11 10 SKIP RESET button This button performs two functions: - Clears the memory - Selects special programmes At the end of every programme the RESET button must be pressed once or repeatedly to clear the programme memory. This will be confirmed by three dashes, flashing in the display. If the previous programme is not cleared, the display will show[...]

12 1 1 DELA Y ST ART button This button makes it possible to delay the starting of the programme by up to 24 hours. The delay you have selected is shown on the display for about 3 seconds; afterwards, the duration of the programme reappears. If the button SOAK has been pressed the selected delay will correspond to the soak time. If no delay time is[...]

13 W ashing hint s 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 90°-95° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...) 60° for norma[...]

14 If a dosage ball/device is supplied with your concentrate detergent, measure the detergent into the device/ball which should then be placed on top of the laundry and at the back of the machine drum. Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. Follow the product manufac[...]

15 Operating sequence Before the first wash we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine. 1. Place the laundry in the drum Open the door. Place the laundry in the [...]

16 6. Select the temperature Press the TEMPERATURE button if you wish to select a temperature value different from the one proposed by the washing machine. The relevant light will light up. 7. Select the SPIN SPEED or the NIGHT CYCLE option Press the SPIN SPEED button repeatedly, in order to select the desired spin speed or the NIGHT CYCLE option. [...]

17 1 1. How to change a programme during it s cycle Before you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button. It is possible to change any phase before the programme carries it out. Changing the type of fabric or temperature is possible, obviously, only during the washing phase. If it is necessary to drain t[...]

18 * Dispenser- washing agents Description Type of laundry and degree of soil Programme/ temperature Possible options Wool Specially tested programme for wool garments bearing the “Pure new wool, non-shrink, machine washable” label. Handwash Special programme for hand washing fabrics COTTONS Whites and coloureds Wash at 40 °- 30 °C or cold 3 [...]

19 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on f abr ic labels, in order to help you choose the best w ay to treat y our laundr y . Energetic wash Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 95°C Max. wash temperature 60°C Max. wash temperature 40°C Max. wash temperature 30°C Hand wash Do not wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do no[...]

20 Maintenance Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. Af ter each wash Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming inside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the door seal. Maintenance W ash[...]

21 Drain 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. • Open the pump door. • Place a[...]

22 The dangers of freezing If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: • Remove the plug from the socket. • Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. • Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and l[...]

23 T rouble-Shooting Guide Problem Possible cause Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out a service technician. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. During machine’s operation it is possible that one of the following alar[...]

24 If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact your nearest service centre. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will require this information. Mod. .......... Prod. No. ........... Ser . No. ......... M o d. ....... ... P rod . No. . ...... .... Se r. N o [...]

25 ELECTROLUX APPLIANCE W ARRANTY – NEW ZEALAND This appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products (NZ) Ltd (“the Company”) from the date of purchase. The following terms and conditions apply: 1 The Company or its Authorised Service Centre will pay the cost of repairing or replacing all parts of the appliance which the Company or its Aut[...]

ELECTROLUX W ARRANTY AUSTRALIA Nothing in this warranty, limits any rights you may have under the Trade Practices Act or any other Commonwealth or State legislation. Such rights cannot be changed by the conditions in this warranty. Subject to the conditions below, this appliance is warranted by Electrolux Home Products Pty. Ltd. A.B.N. 51 004 762 3[...]