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132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.56 Pagina 3 3 electrolux 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.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.56 Pagina 4 4 contents electrolux Contents Safety information..............................5 Product description ...........................7 Control panel .....................................8 Use....................................................9 Washing hints ..................................16 International wash code symbol ......19 Washing programme ..................20-21 Programme information ...................22 Care and cleaning ...........................
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.56 Pagina 5 safety information electrolux 5 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.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.56 Pagina 6 6 safety information electrolux ● ● ● If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the “dangers of freezing”chapter. Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Use This appliance is designed for domestic use.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.56 Pagina 7 electrolux product description 7 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The ECO valve system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 8 8 electrolux control panel Control panel Time Manager Cottons Spin Normal 95º Eco Drain Rinse Synthetics Soak Delicates 1400 60º 900 40º 700 30º Easy Iron Jeans Spin Prewash Extra rinse Start/Pause Delay Wool Silk Special Temp.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 9 use electrolux 9 Use First Use ● ● ● Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. Remove the polystryrene block and any material from the drum. Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 10 10 electrolux use Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The Start/Pause light starts to flash and the Display shows the duration of the selected programme. Cottons Spin Normal Eco Drain Synthetics Rinse Soak Delicates Select the temperature Easy Iron Jeans 95º 60º Wool Silk Special Programme Option buttons Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 11 use electrolux 11 Press the Spin button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a speed different from the one proposed by the washing machine. The relevant light will light up. Maximum speeds are: EWF 14450/EWF 14460; ● ● ● for cotton: 1400 rpm; for synthetics, wool, handwash, jeans and lingerie: 900 rpm; for delicate fabrics and silk: 700 rpm.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 12 12 electrolux use This button can be selected with all programmes except the wool and hand wash programmes. The machine performs some additional rinses. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is very soft. Select the Delay start 90 Delay Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the start, press the Delay Start button repeatedly, to select the desired delay.
2979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 13 use electrolux 13 After the machine has started, only the running icon stays on. When the programme has finished, a flashing zero (0.00) is displayed. Delayed start The selected delay (20 hours max) set by means of the relevant button appears on the display for about 3 seconds, then the duration of the previously selected programme is displayed. The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour and then, when 1 hours remain, the time decreases every minute.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 14 14 electrolux use To start the selected programme, press the “Start/Pause” button; the green pilot light stops flashing. The “door” pilot light illuminates to indicate that the appliance starts operating and the door is locked. The “door” pilot light indicates if the door can be opened: • light on: the door cannot be opened. The appliance is running. • light off: the door can be opened. The washing programme is finished.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 15 15 electrolux columns and margins Before you make any change, you must pause the washing machine by pressing the “Start/Pause” button. Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it. Turn the programme selector dial to “O” and then to the new programme position. The washing water in the tub will not emptied out. Start the new programme by depressing the “Start/Pause” button again.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 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. Temperatures for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea 95° cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets...) for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e.g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas....
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 17 washing hints electrolux 17 Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 18 electrolux washing hints Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness.
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132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 20 20 electrolux washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature Type of laundry Options Description of programme Cottons Normal 95°- White and coloured cotton: e.g. sheets, tablecloths, household linen, shirts, blouses, underwear. Spin Red. Main wash from 95°C to (cold) 3 rinses Long spin Cottons Eco 95°-40° White and coloured cotton economy, lightlynormally soiled items, shirts, blouses, underwear. Spin Red.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.57 Pagina 21 washing programmes electrolux 21 Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature Type of laundry Options Description of programme Silk Silk items to be gentle washed and 30°Max. load 1 kg spun. Main wash at 30°C 3 rinses Short spin Special programme Jeans for Jeans items, 60°-40°-30°pants, shirts, jackets Max. load 3 kg Main wash from 60°C to (cold) 5 rinses Long spin Spin red.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 22 22 electrolux programme information Programme information Wool and Handwash Easy Iron Jeans Soak Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the “hand washing” care symbol .
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 23 electrolux columns and margins 23 columns and margins electrolux 23 Programme information Rinses With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final spin at maximum speed. The spin speed can be reduced by depressing button . Drain For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 24 24 electrolux care and cleaning Care and 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.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 25 care and cleaning electrolux 25 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. Proceed as follows: • Disconnect the appliance. • If necessary wait until the water has cooled down. • Open the pump door. • Place a containfer close to the pump to collect any spillage.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 26 26 electrolux care and cleaning Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When replacing the cover, ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it. Cleaning the water inlet filter If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become clogged.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 27 something not working electrolux 27 Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 28 28 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause Solution The machine fills then empties immediately: ● The end of the drain hose is too low. ● Refer to relevant paragraph in “water drainage” section. The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: ● The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20 ● Check the drain hose connection. ● The drain pump is clogged. E20 ● Clean the drain pump. The the option or has been selected.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 29 something not working electrolux 29 Malfunction The door will not open: The machine vibrates or is noisy: Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin: Possible cause Solution Wait the end of washing cycle. ● Wait about 2 minute. The programme is still running. ● The door lock has not been released. ● There is water in the drum. ● ● Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water. The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 30 30 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause 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.
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132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 32 32 electrolux consumption value Consumption values Water consumption (in litres) Energy consumption (in kWh) Cottons Normal 95° 61 2.0 Cottons 49 1.02 Synthetics 60° 51 0.9 Delicates 40° 57 0.5 60 0.35 Wool 40° 53 0.4 Handwash 40° 53 0.4 Lingerie 40° 50 0.35 Silk 30° 47 0.2 Jeans 60° 55 0.95 Soak 19 0.4 Rinses 42 0.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 33 installation electrolux 33 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. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom. 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C. 5.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 34 34 electrolux installation 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted with the adhesive tape on the door seal. Accurate levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation.Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. HEC0010 7.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 35 installation electrolux 35 After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. For model EWF 14450 For models EWF 14460 - EWF 16460 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.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 36 36 electrolux installation P1118 The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 37 environment concerns electrolux 37 Environment concerns Ecological hints 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.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 38 38 electrolux guarantee conditions Guarantee conditions Belgium DECLARATION OF GUARANTEE TERMS. Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may still occur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either during or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not, however, be reduced as a result.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 39 guarantee conditions electrolux 39 Connected damage caused by these removal and replacement operations will be the responsibility of the user. 12.If, during the guarantee period, repairing the same defect repeatedly is not conclusive, or if the repair costs are considered disproportionate, in agreement with the consumer, the defective appliance may be replaced with another appliance of the same value.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 40 40 electrolux guarantee conditions European guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux, in each of the countries listed in the following page, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law.
132979050.qxd 26/07/2006 11.58 Pagina 41 customer service centres electrolux 41 Customer Service Centres Should you need further assistance please contact your local Customer Service Centre www.electrolux.
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