AEG Electrolux LAVAMAT 5.0 User Manual Download Page 4

Cancelling a programme

18

Opening the door after the programme has started

18

At the end of the programme

19

Washing programmes

20

Programme information

23

Preparing the wash cycle

25

Sorting the laundry

25

Temperatures

25

Before loading the laundry

25

Maximum loads

26

Laundry weights

26

Removing stains

26

Detergents and additives

27

Quantity of detergent to be used

28

Degrees of water hardness

28

Care and cleaning

29

Descaling

29

After each wash

29

External cleaning

29

Detergent dispenser drawer

29

Washing drum

30

Door seal

30

Drain pump

30

Water inlet filter

31

Frost precautions

32

Emergency emptying out

32

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Contents

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Summary of Contents for LAVAMAT 5.0

Page 1: ...LAVAMAT 5 0 User Manual Washing Machine...

Page 2: ...integral part of our products To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this instruction manual carefully It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly and most...

Page 3: ...y 14 Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 14 Select the required programme by turning the programme selector dial 15 Select the temperature 15 Select the Spin speed RINSE HOLD option 15 S...

Page 4: ...tures 25 Before loading the laundry 25 Maximum loads 26 Laundry weights 26 Removing stains 26 Detergents and additives 27 Quantity of detergent to be used 28 Degrees of water hardness 28 Care and clea...

Page 5: ...7 Installation 38 Unpacking 38 Positioning and levelling 39 Water inlet 40 Water stop device 41 Water drainage 41 Electrical connection 42 Permanent connection 42 Enviroment concerns 43 Packaging mate...

Page 6: ...uring transport Never connect up a damaged machine If parts are damaged contact your supplier If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus temperatures Store the washing mac...

Page 7: ...ose and drain hose 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 co...

Page 8: ...ess they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety This washing machine is not intended for use by young children or infirm pe...

Page 9: ...dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent used for prewash The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash Compartm...

Page 10: ...IN REDUCTION button TPM ESSORAGE PRE WASH button VOORWAS PRELAVAGE STAIN button VLEKKEN TACHES TIME SAVING button TIJD TEMPS DISPLAY LOOPTIJD TEMPS RESTANT START PAUSE button START PAUZE DEPART PAUSE...

Page 11: ...ously selected programme is displayed The symbol 7 3 will appear on the display The delay time value decreases by one unit every hour and then when remains 1 hour the time decreases every minute Incor...

Page 12: ...programme starts operating the display shows the relevant symbol of the washing phase which is running WASHING RINSING SPINNING DRAININIG DOOR locked symbol This symbol indicates if the door can be op...

Page 13: ...t of operating problems By pressing the 3 and 4 buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds the acoustic signal is deactivated except for the events of operating problems By pressing these 2 buttons ag...

Page 14: ...bric softener Your new appliance was designed to reduce water energy and detergent consumption 1 Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops Measure out the amount of detergent required pour it into...

Page 15: ...al to another programme when the machine is working the yellow pilot light of button 8 will blink 3 times and the message Err is displayed on the display to indicate a wrong selection The machine will...

Page 16: ...programmes PREWASH option button 4 Select this option if you wish your laundry to be prewashed at 30 C before the main wash The Prewash ends with a short spin in programmes for cotton and synthetic f...

Page 17: ...ols 7 4 and 7 5 appear on the display to indicate that the appliance has started operating and the door is locked If you have chosen a delayed start the machine will begin the countdown To interrupt a...

Page 18: ...selected with DRAIN programme Altering an option or a running programme It is possible to change any option before the programme carries it out Before you make any change you must pause the washing m...

Page 19: ...or some minutes The symbol 7 5 disappears from the display If you have choosen a programme or an option that ends with water in the tub the symbol 7 5 is still visible on the display and the door rema...

Page 20: ...RA RINSE TIME SAVING Main wash Rinses Short spin at 1200 rpm Max Load Kg 3 5 Reduced load Kg 1 5 EASY IRON STRIJKVRIJ PLUS REPASSAGE FACILE PLUS 60 COLD Synthetic or mixed fabrics underwear coloured g...

Page 21: ...at 800 rpm Max Load Kg 2 VISCOSE 40 COLD Viscose items SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH STAIN EXTRA RINSE Main wash Rinses Short spin at 1200 rpm Max Load Kg 3 5 DRAIN POMPEN VIDANGE For emptying ou...

Page 22: ...ON Main wash Rinses Short spin at 1200 rpm Max Load Kg 3 QUICK INTENSIVE KORT INTENSIEF INTENSIF 60 40 To use for cotton or mixed fabrics slightly soiled or worn only once SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD EX...

Page 23: ...60 C JEANS With this programme it is possible to wash items like pants shirts or jackets in jeans and also jersey realized with hi tech materials The EXTRA RINSE option will be activated automatically...

Page 24: ...prox 20 minutes ideal for laundry to be refreshed e g a sport jacket worn only once or slightly soiled or new garments QUICK INTENSIVE Quick washing programme to be used for lightly soiled white fast...

Page 25: ...ins 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...

Page 26: ...emoved 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 t...

Page 27: ...etergent paste do not use acetone on artificial silk Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect t...

Page 28: ...ain treatment before the washing cycl follow the product manufacturers instructions on detergent quantities If you use any specific product to remove the stains you must start the cycle of washing imm...

Page 29: ...a wash will also help to preserve the door seal Maintenance wash With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues inside the drum We recommend that a maintenance wa...

Page 30: ...s containing chlorine or iron or steel wool 1 Remove any rust deposits on the drum with a cleaning agent for stainless steel 2 Run a washing cycle without any washing to clean off any cleaning agent r...

Page 31: ...nd place the latter back in its seat 9 Screw the pump fully in 10 Close the pump door Warning When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump Ne...

Page 32: ...bove 0 C 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 if necessary wait until the...

Page 33: ...local Service Centre Problem Possible cause Solution The washing machine does not start The door has not been closed E40 Close firmly the door The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket In...

Page 34: ...ilter is clogged E20 Clean the drain filter An option or a programme that ends with the water still in the tub or a that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected Select the draining or the...

Page 35: ...evice has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum The laundry is redistributed by reverse rotation of the drum This may happen several times before the unbalance disappears an...

Page 36: ...mum 1400 rpm Power supply voltage frequency Total power absorbed Minimum fuse protection 220 230 V 50 Hz 2200 W 10 A What to do if If you are unable to identify or solve the problem contact our servic...

Page 37: ...0 C with a load of 7 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label in compliance with EEC 92 75 standards Programme Water consumption lltres Energy consumption KWh Programme d...

Page 38: ...d 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 2 Remove the power supply cable a...

Page 39: ...ioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets rugs etc Before placing it on small tiles apply a rubber coati...

Page 40: ...the automatic foot does not need to be set Water inlet An inlet hose is supplied and can be found inside the machine drum Do not use the hose from your previous machine to connect to the water supply...

Page 41: ...he 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 ab...

Page 42: ...ety precaution The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the machine Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced this must be carried out by a Service Centre Pe...

Page 43: ...ences for the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product For more detailed information about recycling of this product please contact...

Page 44: ...www electrolux com www aeg electrolux be 132 960 250 00 392008 Subject to change without notice...

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