User Manual Time Manager 8Kg Sensitive Wash System with Vapour Action 147753400 EWF 12821
Welcome to the world of electrolux Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. You find some examples on the cover in this manual. Please take a few minutes to study this manual so that you can take advantage of the benefits of your new machine.
2 electrolux contents The symbols you will see on some paragraphs of this booklet have the following meaning: The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance. The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance. Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol.
safety information electrolux 3 SAFETY INFORMATION In the interest of your safety and to ensure the correct use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully, including its hints and warnings. To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features.
4 electrolux safety information After having installed the appliance, check that it is not standing on the inlet and drain hose and the worktop is not pressing the electrical supply cable. If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely. Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after the installation. Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber.
product description electrolux 5 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 1 2 3 Front Side View 1 Detergent Dispenser Drawer 2 Worktop 4 3 Control Panel 4 Door Opening Handle 5 Drain Pump 5 6 Front Feet 6 Back Side View 7 7 Water Inlet Hose 11 8 8 Drain Hose Support 9 Mains Cable 10 10 Water Drain Hose 11 Hose Holders 9 12 Back Feet 12
6 electrolux product description / control panel Detergent dispenser drawer The detergent dispenser is divided into three compartments. The table of Washing Program shows which compartment to use. Compartment : this compartment is only used for washing powder when a program has Prewash or Stain. Compartment : this compartment is used for washing powder on all programs. Compartment : this compartment is used for fabric conditioner and starching agent.
use electrolux 7 USE First use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Load the laundry Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Close the door.
8 electrolux use Select the required program Sensitive Plus Turn the program selector dial to the required program. The buzzer sounds. The washing machine will propose a temperature and automatically select the maximum spin value provided for the program you have chosen. You can change these values by operating the corresponding buttons.
use electrolux 9 Select the Temperature option Press this button repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature. if you want your laundry to be washed at a temperature different from the one proposed by the washing machine. Maximum temperature are : 90ºC for Cottons and Cottons Eco programme; 40ºC for Delicates , Woollens , Hand Wash and Bedding ; and Quick .
10 electrolux use To empty out the water: Select the Vapour option turn the program selector dial to “O”. select the programme. (Drain), (Spin) reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the relevant button depress Start/Pause button at the end of programme, on the display is shown the “ 0.00 ” flashing, the door lock icon desappears and the door can be opened. Select this option to add approximately 15-40 minutes of tumbling in vapour during the wash cycle.
use electrolux 11 During a vapour cycle you may notice vapour exiting from the drain hose of the washing machine - this is normal and not cause for alarm. Vapour Vapour By pressing the “Spin”and “Prewash” buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds untill the extra rinse symbol is displayed on the screen. To de-active “Extra Rinse” simply press the “Spin”and “Prewash” buttons simultaneously until the extra rinse symbol “ ” in the screen disappears.
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use electrolux 13 Select the Start/Pause
14 electrolux use Select the Time Manager option Soil Level Icon Type of fabric Intensive For heavy soiled items Normal For normal soiled items Daily For daily soiled items Light For slightly soiled items Quick For very slightly soiled items Super Quick 1) For items used or worn for a short time Refresh 1) For refreshing items only Super Refresh1) For refreshing a very few items only 1) We recommend you to reduce the load sizes (see Washing programmes table).
use electrolux 15 Pay attention to the water level and temperature.
16 electrolux washing hints WASHING HINTS 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. Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes. Remove persistent stains before washing. Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. Treat curtains with special care.
washing hints electrolux 17 Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe napkin quilt cover sheet pillow case tablecloth towels tea cloth night dress ladies’ briefs man’s work shirt man’s shirt man’s pyjamas blouse men’s underpants 1200 g 100 g 700 g 500 g 200 g 250 g 200 g 100 g 200 g 100 g 600 g 200 g 500 g 100 g 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.
18 electrolux washing hints Only low suds Front load washer detergents should be used in this appliance: powder detergents for all types of fabric. powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60 °C max) and woollens, liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash program (60 °C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only. The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash program.
International wash code symbols electrolux 19 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Max.wash temperature 95 °C Max.wash temperature 60 °C Max.wash temperature 40 °C Max.
20 electrolux washing programmes WASHING PROGRAMMES Spin Red. / / / / / Prewash / / / Spin Red. / / / / 4.5 / Prewash / / / Spin Red. / / / / / Prewash / / Spin Red. / / / / Prewash / / Spin Red. / / / Prewash / / / Spin Red. / Spin Red.
washing programmes electrolux 21 Spin Red. / / / / Spin Red. / / / / Spin Red. / / / / Spin Red. / / / Spin Red. / Spin Red. / / / / Prewash / / / VAPOUR option is only available for wash temperatures over 40ºC. To gain the full benefits of vapour feature, it is recommended a half load of each fabrics is used.
22 electrolux care and cleaning CARE AND CLEANING External cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.
care and cleaning electrolux 23 Cleaning the drawer recess Having removed the drawer, use a small brush to clean the recess, ensuring that all washing powder residue is removed from the upper and lower part of the recess. Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme without any clothes in the drum. Cleaning the 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.
24 electrolux care and cleaning Screw the pump cover fully in. The dangers of freezing Close the pump door. If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0°C, certain precautions should be taken. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the inlet hose. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out. Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency emptying hose after having put the cap on again.
Troubleshooting electrolux 25 TROUBLESHOOTING
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technical data electrolux 29 TECHNICAL DATA 8.0 4.5 3.5 2.0 1.
30 electrolux installation INSTALLATION Unpacking 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. 2. Slide out the two plastic pins. 3. Lay the machine on its back ensuring that the hoses are not crushed. Place one of the polystyrene angle packings under the machine. 3.
installation electrolux 31 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 cupboard units. Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out. 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.
60 cm 90 cm 32 electrolux installation For the correct functioning of the machine the drain hose must remain hooked on the proper support piece situated on the top part of back side of the appliance. Electrical Connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-240 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. “An incorrect power supply may void your warranty.” Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2.0 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use.
environment concerns electrolux 33 ENVIRONMENT CONCERNS 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. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
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