Electrolux LAVAMAT 50720 manual

L A V A MA T 5 0 7 2 0 W ashing machine Instruction book[...]

2 Dear Customer , Please read this instruction book thr ough car efully , before using the appliance. Please ensure you fully under stand the safety instructions on the fir st pages of thi s instruction book! R et ai n the instruction book f or fu tu r e refer ence, and pass it on to any future o wners. 1 The warning triangle and/or the key words ([...]

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

Contents 4 Pr ogra m T ables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Washing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Separate Rinsing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [...]

Contents 5 Installation and Connection Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Installation Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Appliance Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Front and Side Views . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .[...]

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  O bserve the " Installation and Conne ction[...]

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[...]

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[...]

Operating Instructions 9 Description of the Appliance Fr ont View Deter gent Dispenser Dr awer Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door with handle Flap in front of drain pump Height adjustable feet Rating plate (behind door) k Pre wash detergent/ soaking agent or stain re mover l M ain wash deter gent in powder form and water softenening agen[...]

Operating Instructions 10 Contr ol panel Pr ogr am Selector Select the type of washing cycle using the progr am selector . Important! Only tur n the progr am selector clockwise! The various positions have the following effect: COTT ONS/LINEN, EASY -CARES (+but ton) Progr am Group For cottons/linen: Set the progr am selector to the desired pr ogramm[...]

Operating Instructions 11 R I N S E Separate rinse, e.g. for rinsing hand washed fabrics (spinning in accor d- ance with the selected washing type or rinse hold). 3 Rinse hold means: the washing is left in the last rinse water , it is not spun.  CONDITIONER Separate conditioning of cotton/linen or easy-car e washing. This set- ting can also b[...]

Operating Instructions 12 PRE WASH/SOAKING P R E W A S H Set the progr am selector to PRE WASH/SOAKING. Pre wash (appr ox. 15 minutes, temperatur e limited to max. 40 °C) prior to the main wash, the main wash follows automatically . 3 PRE W ASH can only be combined with COTT ONS/LINEN or EASY -CARES main wash.  S OAKING Set the progr am sele[...]

Operating Instructions 13 Consumption Data and Time Requir ed The values given in the following table for selected progr ams were calculated under standard conditions. They pr ovide a useful guide for operation in the home. Befor e Using for the First Time 0 1. Pull the detergent dispenser dr awer a short distance out of the control panel. 2. P our[...]

Operating Instructions 14 Pr eparing a W ash Load Sorting and pr eparing a wash load  Sort washing according to care symbol and type (see "W ashing types and care symbols").  Empty all pockets.  Remove metal objects (paper clips, safety p ins etc.).  In order to pr event bunching up of washing and damage to washing, close zipp[...]

Operating Instructions 15 W ashing Types and Car e Symbols Care symbols assist in the selection of the corr ect washing progr am. Washing should be sorted accor ding to type and care symbol. The tem- peratur es indicated in the care symbols ar e maximum temperatures. Cottons ç T extiles made from cotton and linen with this car e symbol will with- [...]

Operating Instructions 16 Deter gents and Conditioners Only use detergents and fabric softener s suitable for automatic washing machines. As a general rule follow the instructions of the detergent manufactur ers. Which Deter gent? T o ensure you obtain the best wash r esults from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your ev[...]

Operating Instructions 17 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[...]

Operating Instructions 18 How much Deter gent and Fabric Softener ? The amount to be used depends on  the load: 3 If the deterg ent manufacturer 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[...]

Operating Instructions 19 P erforming a Washing Cycle Brief Instructions A washing cycle is performed in the following steps: 0 1. Check whether the water tap is opened. 2. Open the door , load the washing. 3. Close the door . 4. Add detergent/conditioner . 5. Set the correct washing pr ogram:  Set the program on the pr ogram selector;  Set t[...]

Operating Instructions 20 Loading the W ashing 3 See "Progr am Tables" for maximum loads. For information about the correct pr eparation of the washing see "Washing T ypes and Care Symbols". 0 1. Sort and prepar e washing according to type. 2. Open the door: pull the handle on the door . 3. Load the washing. Important! Do not tr[...]

Operating Instructions 21 Setting the W ashing Progr am 3 For suitable progr ams and the right temperatur e for the relevant type of washing, see "Progr am Tables". Important! Only turn the program selector clockwise! 0 1. Set the progr am selector to the desired washing pr ogram. 2. Set the temperatur e selector to the desired temper atu[...]

Operating Instructions 22 Starting the W ashing Progr am 0 1. Check whether the water tap is opened. 2. Switch on the washing machine: Press the ON/OFF button. The ON/OFF indicator illuminates, the washing progr am starts. Changing the Spin Speed or Selecting Rinse Hold 0 If desired, r educe the spin speed for the final spin or select rinse hold: ?[...]

Operating Instructions 23 W ash Complete / Removing the W ashing The washing progr am normally ends with the final spin. After Soaking: 0 Release the SOAKING button (the COTT ONS/LINEN or EASY -CARES main wash starts). After a Rinse Hold: After a rinse hold the water must be pumped out, or the washing spun: 0 1. Release the RINSE H OLD button. 2. E[...]

Operating Instructions 24 Pr ogram T ables Wa s h i n g The following tables list the most commonly used and most useful progr ams. Was hing Type, Car e Symbol Max. Load (dry weight) 1 ) 1) A 10 litr e bucket contains about 2.5 kg of dry washing (cotton). Progr am Selector Tem pe - rat u re Selector Additional Button Cottons ç 5k g STAIN 7 0 to 95[...]

Operating Instructions 25 Separ ate Rinsing Separ ate Gentle Rinsing / Starching / Conditioning Separ ate Spinning Type of Wash in g Max. Load (dry weight) Progr am Selector Additional Button Cottons/Linen 5k g RINSE Easy-Car es 2.5 kg EASY-CARES Delicates 2.5 kg GENTLE RINSE Woollens 1k g Type of Wash in g Max. Load (dry weight) Progr am Selector [...]

Operating Instructions 26 W ashing with Pre W ash W ashing with Soaking Typ e o f Wash i ng Max. Load (dry weight) Program Selector Temper ature Selector Additional Button Cottons/Linen 5k g PRE WASH/ SOAKING 30 to 95 Easy-Car es 2.5 kg 30 to 60 EASY-CARES Type of Wash in g Max. Load (dry weight) Progr am Selector Temperatur e Selector Additional B[...]

Operating Instructions 27 Maintenance and Cleaning Contr ol P anel Important! Do not use household furniture polish or abrasive cleaner s to clean the panel and oper ating 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. P[...]

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 Shooting If you call out an engineer and the fault is listed here, a char ge is levied even if the appliance is in guarantee. Malfunction Po s s ib l e C a u s e Remedy [...]

Operating Instructions 29 Water runs out fr om under the washing machine. Threaded fitting o n the water inlet hose is leaking . Tighten the inlet hose con- nections. The inlet hose has a leak. Check the inle t hose and if necessary replace it . The drain pump cover is not tight. Tighten cover by turning clockwise. Washing is caug ht in the door . [...]

Operating Instructions 30 If the W ashing Results ar e 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 .  W hen using modular washi[...]

Operating Instructions 31 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[...]

Operating Instructions 32 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[...]

Service & Spare P arts 33 SERVICE & SPAR E PA RTS 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 elec[...]

Guarantee Conditions 34 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 invoice or simila r docu- mentation. The guar antee[...]

Guarantee Conditions 35 Euro pean Guar antee 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 you fir st purchased your product.  The guar antee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and par[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 36 INSTALLATION AND CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Installation Safety Pr ecautions  This appliance is heavy , care should be taken when moving it.  When moving, do not tip the washing machine onto its front or left hand side (viewed from the fr ont). This is to prevent the possibility of electrical compon[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 37 Appliance Dimensions Fr ont and Side Views Rear View Hot Water inlet Cold Water inlet[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 38 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[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 39 Removing Tr ansit Packaging Important! Ensure all transit packaging is r emoved prior to installation. Retain tra nsit packaging for futur e 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 th[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 40 Installation-Site Pr epar ation  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 s[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 41 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[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 42 P e rmanent 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 re quired load in compliance with the cur- rent[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 43 W ater Pressur e The appliance is designed to operate within the following water pressur e limits:  minimum 1 bar (14.5 p. s. i.)  maximum 10 bar (145 p. s. i.) IMPORTANT!  At more than 1 0 bar (145 p. s. i.): Install pressure-r educing valve.  At less than 1 bar (1 4.5 p. s. i.): Unscrew the [...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 44 Hot and Cold W ater Connection Washing machines with hot and cold fill should be connected as shown below . Important! The incoming hot water temperatur e must not exceed 7 0 °C. If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to the cold water outlet by means of a Y connection piec[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 45 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[...]

Installation and Connection Instructions 46 T echnical Data Height x Width x Depth 85 x 60 x 60 cm Depth with open door 95 cm Height adjustment appr ox. +10/-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 Wat[...]

Index 47 INDEX C Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . 11 , 16 , 17 , 20 , 25 liquid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 , 20 Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 , 15 , 24 , 25 , 26 Customer care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 D Danger of freezing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 , 31 Delicates . . . . . . . [...]

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