W a s h i n g M a c h i n e User Information EWF 1386 822 943 036-01 - 17.01.
Dear customer, Please read this user information carefully. In particular, pay attention to the section ”Safety” on the first pages. Keep this user information in a safe place for later reference. Pass it on to any subsequent owners of the unit. 1 Points which are necessary for your safety or which are important for the unit's functional capability are highlighted by a warning triangle and/or signal words (Warning!, Caution!, Attention!). Always remember. 1.
Contents Instructions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Environment Tips .
Setting up and connection instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Technical Data /Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Safety Instructions for Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Setting Up the Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Instructions for use 1 Safety The safety of ELECTROLUX electrical appliances conforms to the recognised technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility to inform you of the following safety information. Prior to initial start-up • Refer to the ”Installation and Connection Instructions” later in this user information.
2 Disposal Dispose the packing material! Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packaging materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recycled. • Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations: >PE< for polyethylene, e.g. sheet wrapping material >PS< for polystyrene, e.g. padding material (always CFC-free) >POM< for polyoxymethylene, e.g.
Unit Description on Front View Drawer for washing powder and care agent Control panel Rating plate (behind filling door) Filling door Flap in front of drain pump Screw feet (height-adjustable) Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent In-wash stain treatment Main detergent (powder) and watersoftener if required Pre-wash detergent/ soaking agent or water-softener Liquid care agent (conditioner, finisher, starch) 7
Control Panel Spin speed/RINSE HOLD button START/PAUSE button DOOR display Program sequence display OVER DOSING display Multidisplay Additional program buttons DELAY TIMER button Program Selector The program selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses, spin speed) according to the type of garments being washed, and also the washing solution. OFF (Aus, Arrêt) Switches off the washing machine. All other positions are "switched on".
DELICATES (Feinwäsche, Délicat) Main washing cycle for delicates at 30 °C or 40 °C. WOOL (Wolle, Laine)/ P (Handwash) Main washing cycle (cold up to 40 °C) for machinewashable woollens and for hand-washable wool textile and silk with the care symbol ï (handwash). GENTLE RINSE (Feinspülen, Rinçage Délicat) Separate gentle rinse e.g. for rinsing hand-washed textiles (2 rinses, liquid care agent from rinsing compartment æ is added, short spin). STARCHING (Stärken, Amidon.
Additional Program Buttons The additional program buttons are for adapting the washing program to the dirtiness of the washing. Additional programs are not required for washing which is not excessively dirty. Various functions can be combined with each other, depending on the program.
Consumption Data and Wash Times The values for selected programs in the following tables were determined under standard conditions. However, there is a helpful orientation aid for domestic operation. Filling Quantity in kg Water in litres Energy in kWh Time in Minutes COTTONS/LINEN 95 (Koch-/Buntwäsche, Couleurs) 5 45 1.70 141 COTTONS/LINEN 60 1) (Koch-/Buntwäsche, Couleurs) 5 42 0.94 126 COTTONS/LINEN 40 (Koch-/Buntwäsche, Couleurs) 5 49 0.
Prepare the Washing Cycle Sort and Prepare the Washing • Sort the washing according to care codes and type (see ”Washing Types and Care Codes”). • Empty pockets. • Remove metal parts (paper clips, safety pins etc.). • To prevent washing damage and washing snags: Close zip fasteners, button closed bed covers and pillow cases, and tie together ribbons, e.g. on aprons. • Use clothing made of double-layer fabric (sleeping bag, anorak etc.).
Washing Detergents and Care Agents Which washing detergent and care agent? 2 Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions.
Run a Washing Cycle ycle Brief Instructions A washing cycle is run in the following steps: 1. Set the correct washing program: – Set the program and temperature with the program selector – Set any additional program(s) if required 2. Change the spin speed if necessary / select RINSE HOLD (Spülstopp, Arrêt Cuvé Pleine). 3. Set DELAY TIMER (Zeitvorwahl, Départ Différé) if necessary. 4. Open the filling door and fill with washing. 5. Close the filling door. 6. Add washing detergent/care agent. 7.
Set the Washing Program m For a suitable program, the right temperature and possible additional programs for the relevant washing type, refer to the ”Program Tables”. 1. Set the program selector to the required washing program with the required temperature. The probable duration of the set program in minutes is shown in the multi-display. 3 2. Select any additional program(s) if required: The indicator for the selected additional program lights up. – To change the selection, press another button.
Set the Delay Timer/Soaking Duration Delay Timer The button DELAY TIMER allows the start of a washing program to be advanced by 1 to a maximum of 19 hours. To do this, press the button DELAY TIMER (Zeitvorwahl, Départ Différé) as often as necessary until the required start delay is shown in the multidisplay, e.g.12h in the form for a program start delay of 12 hours. If19h is shown and you press again, 0h and afterwards the run time of the set washing program appears (display in minutes, e.g.126).
Opening and Closing the Filling Door • Open: Pull on the handle of the filling door. • Close: Press the filling door firmly closed.
Add Washing Detergent/Care Agent 3 Refer to the information on washing detergents and care agents, see section ”Washing Detergents and Care Agents”. 1. Open the washing detergent drawer: grip inside the flap on the drawer at the bottom (1) and pull out the drawer as far as it will go (2). 2. Fill with washing detergent/care agent.
Start the Washing Program 1. Check that the water valve is open. 2. Start the washing program: Press the button START/PAUSE. The washing program is started or it starts after the set time expires. 3 The filling door is not correctly closed if, when the button START/PAUSE is pressed, – the indicator DOOR (Tür, Porte) flashes red – the fault code E40 in the multidisplay flashes – and the indicator MAIN WASH (Hauptwäsche, Lavage) flashes.
Changing a Washing Program Changing or aborting a program 1. Press button START/PAUSE (Marche/Pause). 2. Turn programme knob to OFF (Aus, Arrêt). The washing program is aborted. 3. If required, set a new washing program. Otherwise turn the programme knob to PUMP OUT (Pumpen, Vidange) and then press the button START/PAUSE (Marche/Pause). 3 The washing program can be interrupted at any time with the button START/PAUSE (Marche/Pause) and continued by pressing the button again.
Washing Cycle Ended/Remove Remove Washing After a washing program has ended, END (Ende, Fin) lights up on the program sequence display. If you selected RINSE HOLD (Spülstopp, Arrêt cuve pleine), the indicator next to the button START/ PAUSE (Marche/Pause) flashes. 1.
Program m Tables Washing Not all possible settings are listed below - only the ones most commonly used in everyday operation and the most appropriate ones. Type of Washing, Care Codes Cottons ç Energy-Saving Program: Cottons ç Linen èë Max.
Separate Conditioning/Starching/Impregnating Type of Washing Cottons/Linen Max. Filling Quantity (dry weight) Program Selector 5kg STARCHING (Stärken, Amidon.) Max. Filling Quantity (dry weight) Program Selector Separate Rinse Type of Washing Cottons/Linen 5kg Easy-Cares 2.5kg Delicates 2.5kg Woollens/Handwash GENTLE RINSE (Feinspülen, Rinçage Délicat) 2kg Separate Spin Type of Washing Cottons/Linen Max.
Cleaning ing and Care Control Panel Attention! For cleaning panels and control parts, do not use furniture polish or any aggressive cleaning agents. Wipe off control panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water to do this. Washing Detergent Drawer The washing detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time. 1. Pull out the washing detergent drawer as far as it will go. 2. Remove the washing detergent drawer with a firm pull. 3. Remove the softener insert from the middle compartment. 4.
Washing Drum The washing drum is made of high-quality stainless steel. Rust deposits on the drum can occur due to foreign bodies in the washing which can cause rust. Attention! Do not clean the stainless steel drum with acidic antiliming agents, scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool. Our Customer Service Department has suitable agents available. Remove any rust deposits on the drum using a stainless steel cleaning agent.
5. Replace the cover. Insert the webs on the cover laterally into the guide slots and screw the cover firmly into place clockwise. 6. Close the emergency emptying hose and place it in the holder. 7. Close the flap.
What to do if ... Remedying Faults In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even during the warranty period. • If the fault code E10, E20 or E40 is shown in the multidisplay, you may be able to remedy the fault yourself (see Faults Table below).
Problem Possible Cause Remedy Remove transport safeguard as indiThe transport safeguard has not been cated in the instructions for installaremoved. tion and connection. The height-adjustable screw feet are not correctly set. The washing machine vibrates during operation or it is on an There is not much washing in the drum (e.g. only one dressing gown). uneven surface. The washing solution of the main wash froths up a lot. Water runs out under the washing machine.
Problem Washing not well spun. Residual water still visible in the drum. Fault code E20 appears. The indicator RINSE (Spülen, Rinçage) flashes. Possible Cause Remedy Drainage hose bent. Remove the bend. Maximum pump head (outlet head 1m from unit's floor surface) exceeded. Consult Customer Service. They can supply a retrofit kit as a special accessory for delivery heads of more than 1m. Solution pump blocked. Switch off the unit and pull out the mains plug. Clean the solution pump.
If the washing result is not satisfactory If the washing is grey and limescale forms in the drum • • • • • Not enough washing detergent added. The right washing detergent was not used. Special types of stain were not pretreated. Program or temperature incorrectly set. If binary wahing detergents were used, the individual components were not added in the correct ratio. If there are still grey stains on the washing • Washing contaminated with creams, grease or oils was washing with too little detergent.
Carry Out Emergency Emptying • When the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solution, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out. • When the washing machine is in a room where there is a frost risk, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out when there is a frost risk. Also: Unscrew the intake hose from the water tap and lay it on the floor. Empty the drainage hose.
Additional Rinse, RINSE+ (Spülen+/Rinçage+) The washing machine is set for extremely economical water consumption. However, for persons who suffer from allergies, it can be helpful to rinse with more water. 3 If RINSE+ (Spülen+/Rinçage+) is set, an additional rinse is performed in the case of the programs COTTONS/LINEN (Koch-/ Buntwäsche, Couleurs), EASY-CARES (Pflegeleicht, Textiles Melanges)/EASY IRON (Leichtbügeln, Fâcile à Repasser) and DELICATES (Feinwäsche, Délicat).
Child Safety y Feature When the child safety feature is used, the filling door can no longer be closed and no more washing programs can be started. Setting the Child Safety Feature: Use a coin to turn the rotary knob (on the inside of the filling door) clockwise as far as it will go. 1 Warning! The rotary knob must not be pressed in following adjustment, otherwise the child safety feature is not active. The rotary knob must project as shown in the diagram.
Setting g up and connection tion instructions Technical al Data /Dimensions ons Height adjustment Approx. +10/-5mm Filling quantity max. 5kg (program-dependent) Use Domestic Drum speed, spin see rating plate Water pressure 1-10bar (=10–100N/cm2 = 0.1–1.0MPa) Safety Instructions ructions for Installation • Do not tilt the washing machine onto its front or onto its right side (looking from the front). Electrical components could get wet! • Check the washing machine for transport damage.
Setting Up the Unit 3 Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for substructures. Transporting the Unit • Do not place the washing machine on its front side or on its right side (looking from the front). Otherwise the electrical components can get wet. • Never transport the unit without using the transport safeguard. Do not remove the transport safeguard until you reach the installation site. Transporting the unit without the transport safeguard can result in damage to the unit.
The special spanner (E) and the plug caps (D) (2 ea.) and G (1 ea.) are supplied with the unit. Unscrew the two screws (A) using the special spanner (E). Unscrew the four screws (B) using the special spanner (E) Remove the transport rail (C). Screw the four screws (B) back in. Close off the two large holes with the plug caps (D). Attention! Push in the plug caps so firmly that they engage in the rear panel (this protects the inside of the unit against splash water). 3 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8.
Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal When setting up the washing machine on a concrete pedestal, it is essential for safety reasons to fit stand plates in which the washing machine is then adjusted. The stand plates are available from the Customer Service Centre. Setting Up on a Vibrating floor In the case of vibrating floors, especially wooden beam floors with flexible boards, securely screw a water-resistant wooden panel at least 15mm thick onto at least 2 of the floor beams.
Electrical Connection Refer to the rating plate for details of the mains voltage, current type and the necessary fuses. The rating plate is located at the top behind the filling door.
Water Inflow A pressure hose 1.5m in length is supplied. If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDEapproved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by our Customer Service is permissible. – Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.2m, 3.5m and 5m are available for washing machines without AquaControl. – Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.0m, 2.9m and 3.9m are available for washing machines with AquaControl.
Water Drainage The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extension purposes (max. 3m on the floor and then up to 80cm high). The Customer Service stocks hoses in lengths of 2.7 and 4m. Attention! It is absolutely essential to install the drainage hose free of pinches. Water Drainage into a Siphon The grommet on the end of the hose fits all commonly used siphon types.
Index A Aqua Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11, 21, 28 C Care agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 13, 14, 18 Child safety feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27, 33 Conditioner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6, 7, 9, 18, 23 Cottons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8, 12, 22, 23 Curtains . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12, 22 Customer service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25, 27, 42 D Delay timer . . .
Service vice In the section ”What to do if ...” there is a list of some faults which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you find no information there, please consult your Customer Service Centre. Always prepare in advance for the discussion. By doing so you will simplify the diagnosis and the decision on whether customer service is necessary. Note the PNC-number and the S-number. Both can be found on the rating plate on the inside of the door on your washing machine PNC: .......
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