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electrolux Electrolux. Thinking of you. Share more of our thinking at www.electrolux.com Contents Safety information Product description Control panel First use Daily use Helpful hints and tips Washing programmes 2 4 5 7 8 11 13 Care and cleaning What to do if… Technical data Consumption values Installation Electrical connection Environment concerns 17 20 23 23 24 27 28 Subject to change without notice Safety information Important! Read carefully & keep for future reference.
electrolux 3 Installation • This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it. • When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the Service Centre. • All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section in the user manual.
electrolux Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Its new washing system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.
electrolux 5 Programme Chart Various programme charts in different languages are supplied with the appliance. One is on the front side of the detergent dispenser drawer and the others are attached into the user manual assy. The chart in the drawer can be replaced easily: remove the chart from the drawer by pulling it towards the right and insert the chart with the language required. Control panel Below is a picture of the control panel.
electrolux Extra Rinse Door locked Delay Start Time Manager Programme Selector Dial It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/or to select a programme. Temperature This button allows you to increase or decrease the washing temperature. At the position , the machine will perform a washing cycle with cold water. Spin Reduction By pressing this button you can change the spin speed of the selected programme or to select Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option.
electrolux 7 Display 7.4 7.3 The display shows the following information: 7.1: • Duration of the selected programme After selecting a programme, the duration is displayed in hours and minutes (for example ). The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute.
electrolux • Pour 2 liters of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at the highest temperature without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start the machine. Daily use Load the laundry Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards.
electrolux 9 The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or counterclockwise. Turn to position to reset programme/Switching the machine off. At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position , to switch the machine off. Caution! If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is working, the red pilot light of button 8 will blink 3 times and the message Err is displayed to indicate a wrong selection.
electrolux of the button 8 blinks for 3 times the message Err is displayed for a few seconds. Select the Time Manager option by pressing buttons 10 By pressing these buttons repeatedly, the duration of the washing cycle can be increased or decreased. The soil level icon will appear on the display to indicate the chosen degree of soil. This option is available only with Cotton , Synthetic and Delicate programmes.
electrolux 11 At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. Three blinking zeros ( ) appear on the display and the pilot light of button 8 goes off. If a programme or an option that ends with water left in the tub has been selected, the door remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door. Follow the below instructions to empty out the water: 1. Turn the programme selector dial to . 2. Select the draining or spinning programme.
electrolux The following weights are indicative: pillow case, towelling towel, night dress, man’s shirt 200 g tea cloth, ladies’ briefs, napkin, blouse, men’s underpants 100 g Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water.
electrolux 13 Level Characteristic 4 very hard Degrees of water hardness German °dH French °T.H. > 21 > 37 Washing programmes Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Options Detergent Compartment COTTON 95°- Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1000 rpm for model EWF 10470W (1200 rpm for model EWF 12470W; 1400 rpm for model EWF 14470W) Max. load 6 kg - Red.
electrolux Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Options Detergent Compartment SYNTHETIC 60°-Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 900 rpm Max. load 3 kg - Red. load 1,5 kg Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.
electrolux 15 Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Options WOOL 40°-Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1000 rpm for model EWF 10470W (900 rpm for model EWF 12470W and for model EWF 14470W) Max. load 2 kg Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics. Note : A single or bulky item may cause imbalance.
electrolux Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Options 2) SOAK 30° Prewash - Soak for about 40 minutes - Stop with water in the tub Max. load 6 kg Special programme for heavily soiled laundry. The machine performs a soak at 30°C. At the end of this time the machine will stop automatically with water left in the tub.
electrolux 17 Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature - Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of Laundry Options Detergent Compartment DELICATE SPIN Drain and short spin Maximum spin speed 700 rpm Max. load 3 kg Separate short spin for delicate, synthetic, wool, silk and hand washed garments. /OFF For cancelling the programme which is running or to switch the machine off .
electrolux 2. Remove the conditioner insert from the appropriate compartment. 2. Run a washing cycle without any washing to clean off any cleaning agent residues. Programme: Short Cotton Programme at maximum temperature and add approx. 1/4 measuring cup of detergent. Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold. 3. Clean all parts with water. 4.
electrolux 19 4. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. 5. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap cover. Warning! 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump. 7. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump.
electrolux 4. Screw the hose back onto the tap. 5. Unscrew the hose from the machine. Keep a rug nearby because some water may flow. 6. Clean the filter in the valve with a stiff brush or with the piece of cloth. 7. Screw the hose back to the machine and make sure the connection is tight. 8. Turn on the water tap. Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine: 1. pull out the plug from the power socket; 2. close the water tap; 3.
electrolux 21 Problem Possible cause/Solution The washing machine does not start: The door has not been closed. • Close firmly the door. The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket. • Insert the plug into the power socket. There is no power at the socket. • Please check your domestic electrical installation. The main fuse has blown. • Replace the fuse. The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the button 8 has not been pressed.
electrolux Problem Possible cause/Solution There is water on the floor: Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much foam) has been used. • Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one. Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is damp. • Check the water inlet hose connection. The drain hose is damaged. • Change it with a new one.
electrolux 23 Problem Possible cause/Solution The machine makes an unusual noise: The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of the machine. No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate very economically using very little water without affecting performance.
electrolux Programme Energy consumption (KWh) Water consumption (litres) Cottons 40° 0.7 58 Synthetics 40° 0.5 50 Delicates 40° 0.55 60 Wool/ Handwash 30° 0.25 53 Programme duration (Minutes) 1) «Cotton Eco» at 60°C with a load of 6 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.
electrolux 25 4. Slide out the relevant plastic spacers. 6. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet. 5. Open the porthole and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal. Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the machine does not touch the wall or other kitchen units.
electrolux levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation. Angle the hose to the left or right depending on the position of your water tap. Caution! Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. 3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. The inlet hose must not be lengthened.
electrolux 27 • Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine. In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying. This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall. • In a sink drain pipe branch. This branch must be above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm above the ground. • Directly into a drain pipe at a height of not less than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm.
electrolux Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this must be carried out by a Service Centre. Environment concerns The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it should be taken to the appropriate collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment.
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