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1.   SAFETY INFORMATION

 Before beginning the installation and use of this

appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions.

The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or

damage that are the result of incorrect installation or

usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and

accessible location for future reference.

1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety

This appliance can be used by children aged from 8

years and above and persons with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience

and knowledge if they have been given supervision or

instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a

safe way and understand the hazards involved.

Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons

with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be

kept away from the appliance unless continuously

supervised.

Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept

away from the appliance unless continuously

supervised.

Children should be supervised to ensure that they do

not play with the appliance.

Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of

it appropriately.

Keep detergents away from children.

Keep children and pets away from the appliance when

the door is open.

If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be

activated.

Children shall not carry out cleaning and user

maintenance of the appliance without supervision.

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Summary of Contents for L6FBK841B

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL EN User Manual Washing Machine L6FBK841B ...

Page 2: ... life simpler features you might not find on ordinary appliances Please spend a few minutes reading to get the very best from it Visit our website to Get usage advice brochures trouble shooter service and repair information www aeg com support Register your product for better service www registeraeg com Buy Accessories Consumables and Original spare parts for your appliance www aeg com shop CUSTOM...

Page 3: ...n concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away from the appliance unless continuously supervised Children should be supervised to ensure t...

Page 4: ...etween 0 5 bar 0 05 MPa and 10 bar 1 0 MPa The ventilation opening in the base must not be covered by a carpet mat or any floor covering The appliance must be connected to the water mains using the new supplied hose sets or other new hose sets supplied by the Authorised Service Centre Old hose sets must not be reused If the mains power supply cable is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacture...

Page 5: ...er the appliance Contact the Authorised Service Centre to ensure which accessories can be used 2 2 Electrical connection WARNING Risk of fire and electric shock WARNING This appliance is designed to be installed connected to a grounding connection in the building Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible with the electrical ...

Page 6: ... be available for 10 years after the model has been discontinued motor and motor brushes transmission between motor and drum pumps shock absorbers and springs washing drum drum spider and related ball bearings heaters and heating elements including heat pumps piping and related equipment including hoses valves filters and aquastops printed circuit boards electronic displays pressure switches therm...

Page 7: ...he minimum possible time Read the paragraph The ProSense System load detection for more details 3 2 Appliance overview 1 1 2 3 9 5 6 7 4 10 8 11 12 1 Worktop 2 Detergent dispenser 3 Control panel 4 Door handle 5 Rating plate 6 Drain pump filter 7 Feet for levelling the appliance 8 Drain hose 9 Inlet hose connection 10 Mains cable 11 Transit bolts 12 Hose support 00000000 00A Mod xxxxxxxxx 000V 00H...

Page 8: ...p of the primary hydraulic system connect it to your do mestic cold water storage system Make sure not to exceed a distance of 5 02 m 16 5 ft between the appliance inlet hose and the bottom of the water storage tank 2 Connect the water inlet hose to a water tap with a 3 4 thread 5 INSTALLATION WARNING Refer to Safety chapters 5 1 Unpacking 1 Open the door and remove the polystyrene piece from the ...

Page 9: ...ke sure that the appliance does not touch the wall or other units and there is air circulation below the appliance 2 Loosen or tighten the feet to adjust the level All feet must rest firmly on the floor WARNING Do not put cardboard wood or equivalent materials below the appliance feet to adjust the level The inlet hose CAUTION Make sure there is no damage to hoses and there are no leaks from the c...

Page 10: ...hose in different ways 1 Make a U shape with the drain hose and put it around the plastic hose guide 2 On the edge of a sink Fasten the guide to the water tap or to the wall Make sure that the plastic guide cannot move when the appliance drains and the drain hose end is not immersed in the water There may be a return of dirty water into the appliance 3 If the end of the drain hose looks like this ...

Page 11: ...nd placing a waterproof wooden panel at least 15 mm thick under the appliance It should be screwed to at least 2 floor beams and should extend beyond the front feet If possible install the appliance where the floor is more stable 5 4 Electrical connection At the end of installation you can connect the mains plug to the mains socket The rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door and the T...

Page 12: ...nstall the appliance on a plinth that is not an accessory supplied by AEG secure the appliance in the fixing plates Read carefully the instructions supplied with the accessory 6 3 Stacking kit The tumble dryer can be stacked on the top of the washing machine only by using the correct stacking kit WARNING Do not put the tumble dryer under the washing machine Verify the compatible stacking kit by ch...

Page 13: ...e g or Cycle end Warning code B Extra rinse indicator It lights on when this option is se lected C The indicator blink during the laundry load detec tions D Child safety lock indicator E Door locked indicator 8 DIAL AND BUTTONS 8 1 Programme dial For selecting the desired washing programme Refer to Programmes chapter for more details The position is a Reset function which stops and resets the runn...

Page 14: ...peatedly this button to Decrease the spin speed Activate the Rinse hold option Set this option to prevent the laundry creases The related indicator comes on There is a water in the drum when the programme is completed The door stays locked and the drum turns regularly to reduce creasing You must drain the water to unlock the door If you touch the Start Pause button the appliance performs the spinn...

Page 15: ...ick programme The indicator of the option and the indicator of the set value are on 8 9 Start Pause Touch the Start Pause button to start pause the appliance or interrupt a running programme 9 PROGRAMMES 9 1 Programme Chart Washing programmes Programme Programme description Washing programmes Eco 40 60 White cotton and fast coloured cotton Normally soiled items The energy consumption decreases and...

Page 16: ...rforms a gentle rinsing phase designed for denim that reduces fading and does not cause washing powder resi dues on the fibres Sport Mixed fabric sportswear like polyester polyester elastane blends polyamide A cycle for outdoor sport clothes normal soiled Cotton 20 Mixed fabric cotton and synthetic items 4 20min 3kg Cotton and synthetic items lightly soiled or once worn 1 To reduce creasing this c...

Page 17: ...ld 800 rpm 800 rpm 800 rpm 2 kg Delicates 30 C 40 C Cold 1200 rpm 1200 rpm 800 rpm 2 kg Wool Silk 40 C 40 C Cold 1200 rpm 1200 rpm 800 rpm 1 5 kg Duvet 40 C 60 C Cold 800 rpm 800 800 rpm 3 kg Spin Drain 2 1400 rpm 1400 rpm 800 rpm 8 kg Rinse 1400 rpm 1400 rpm 800 rpm 8 kg Anti Allergy 60 C 1400 rpm 1400 rpm 800 rpm 8 kg Jeans 40 C 60 C Cold 1200 rpm 1200 rpm 800 rpm 8 kg Sport 30 C 40 C Cold 1200 ...

Page 18: ...the laundry the programme duration and other data please refer to Consumption Values chapter The most efficient programmes in terms of energy consumption are generally those that perform at lower temperatures and longer duration 2 Set the spin speed Make sure it is suitable for the type of fabric being washed If you set the No Spin option then only the drain phase is available Programme options co...

Page 19: ... to fully load the appliance however the washing results can be less satisfactory Suitable detergents for washing programmes Programme Universal powder1 Liquid Uni versal Liquid for coloureds Delicates woollens Special Eco 40 60 Cottons Synthetics Easy Iron Delicates Wool Silk Duvet Anti Allergy Jeans Sport Cotton 20 20min 3kg 1 At temperature higher than 60 C the use of powder detergent is recomm...

Page 20: ...he selection of this option after you switch it off 10 2 Acoustic signals The acoustic signals operate when the programme is completed sequence of sounds for about 2 minutes To deactivate activate the acoustic signals touch the Delay Start and the Time Save buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds If you deactivate the acoustic signals they continue operate when the appliance has a malfunction 1...

Page 21: ... risk of water leakage or damage to the laundry CAUTION Washing heavily oiled greasy stains could cause damage rubber parts of the washing machine 12 3 Filling the detergent and additives Compartment for prewash phase soak programme or stain remover Compartment for washing phase Compartment for liquid additives fabric conditioner starch Maximum level for quantity of liquid additives Flap for powde...

Page 22: ...t function 5 Measure out the detergent and the fabric conditioner 6 Carefully close the detergent dispenser Make sure that the flap does not cause a blockage when you close the drawer 12 5 Setting a programme 1 Turn the programme knob to set the washing programme The indicator of the Start Pause button flashes The display shows an indicative programme duration 2 If necessary change the temperature...

Page 23: ... to start the new countdown 12 8 The ProSense load detection The programme duration in the display is referred to a medium high load 1 The appliance detects the load in the first 30 seconds the indicator and the time dots flash the drum rotates shortly 2 At the end of the load detection the indicator goes off and the time dots stop flashing The programme duration will be adjusted accordingly and c...

Page 24: ...ait for 1 second The display shows Now you can set a new washing programme 12 11 Opening the door Adding garments While a programme or the delay start operates the appliance door is locked If the temperature and level of the water in the drum are too high and or the drum still rotates you cannot open the door 1 Touch the Start Pause button In the display the related door lock indicator goes off 2 ...

Page 25: ...urs 12 14 Stand by option The Stand by function automatically deactivates the appliance to decrease the energy consumption when You do not use the appliance for 5 minutes before you touch the Start Pause button Press the On Off button to activate the appliance again After 5 minutes from the end of the washing programme Press the On Off button to activate the appliance again The display shows the e...

Page 26: ...nd protect the environment Use only detergents and other treatments specially made for washing machines First follow these generic rules powder detergents for all types of fabric excluding delicate Prefer powder detergents containing bleach for whites and laundry sanitization liquid detergents preferably for low temperature wash programmes 60 C max for all types of fabric or special ones for wooll...

Page 27: ... softening Follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product 14 CARE AND CLEANING WARNING Refer to Safety chapters 14 1 Periodic cleaning schedule Periodic cleaning helps to extend the life of your appliance After each cycle keep the door and the detergent dispenser slightly ajar to get air circulation and dry the humidity inside the appliance this will prevent mildew and odour...

Page 28: ...mpty drum in order to rinse out any left residues 14 6 Door seal This appliance is designed with a self cleaning draining system allowing light fluff fibers that fall off the clothes to be drained out with the water Regularly examine the seal Coins buttons other small items can be recovered at the end of the cycle Clean it when needed using ammonia cream cleanser agent without scratching the seal ...

Page 29: ...he rinsing programme without any clothes in the drum 14 9 Cleaning the drain pump WARNING Disconnect the mains plug from the mains socket Regularly check the drain pump filter and make sure that it is clean Clean the drain pump if The appliance does not drain the water The drum does not turn The appliance makes an unusual noise because of the blockage of the drain pump The display shows the alarm ...

Page 30: ...f water turn the filter back and empty the container 6 Repeat the steps 4 and 5 until the water stops to flow out 7 Turn the filter anti clockwise to remove it 2 1 8 If it is necessary remove fluff and objects from the filter recess 9 Make sure that the impeller of the pump can rotate If it does not rotate contact the Authorised Service Centre 10 Clean the filter under the water tap 11 Put the fil...

Page 31: ...loosening the ring nut 3 Clean the valve filter on the back of the appliance with a toothbrush 4 When you reconnect the hose to the back of the appliance turn it left or right not in vertical position depending on the position of your water tap 45 20 14 11 Emergency drain If the appliance cannot drain the water carry out the same procedure described in Cleaning the drain pump paragraph If necessar...

Page 32: ...isplay shows an alarm code and the Start Pause button may flash continuously Problem Possible solution The appliance does not fill with water prop erly Make sure that the water tap is open Make sure that the pressure of the water supply is not too low For this information contact your local water authority Make sure that the water tap is not clogged Make sure that the inlet hose has no kinks damag...

Page 33: ...re is no damaged fuse in the fuse box Make sure that the Start Pause has been touched If the delay start is set cancel the setting or wait for the end of countdown Deactivate the Child Lock function if it is on Check the position of the knob on the selected programme The appliance fills with water and drains im mediately Make sure that the drain hose is in the correct position The hose may be posi...

Page 34: ... laundry load size Refer to The ProSense System load detection in Daily Use chapter The washing results are not satisfactory Increase the detergent quantity or use a different detergent Use special products to remove the stubborn stains before you wash the laundry Make sure that you set the correct temperature Decrease the laundry load Too much foam in the drum during the wash ing cycle Reduce the...

Page 35: ...is the remaining moisture Values and programme duration may differ depending on different conditions e g room temperature water temperature and pressure load size and type of laundry supply voltage and also if you change the default setting of a programme 16 3 According to UK Ecodesign for Energy Related Products and Energy Information Regulations Eco 40 60 pro gramme kg kWh Litres hh mm C rpm1 Fu...

Page 36: ...5 30 00 30 0 1200 1 Reference indicator of the spin speed 2 Suitable for washing heavily soiled textiles 3 Suitable for washing lightly soiled cottons synthetic and mixed fabrics 4 It also performs as quick washing cycle for lightly soiled laundry 17 QUICK GUIDE 17 1 Daily use 1 2 1 2 3 Connect the mains plug to the mains socket Open the water tap Load the laundry Pour the detergent and other trea...

Page 37: ...lly heavily and lightly soiled items Cottons 8 kg White cotton and coloured cotton Synthetics 3 kg Synthetic items or mixed fabric items Easy Iron 2 kg Synthetic items requiring a gentle wash Nor mally and lightly soiled items 1 Delicates 2 kg Delicate fabrics such as acrylics viscose poly ester items Wool Silk 1 5 kg Machine washable wool hand washable wool and delicates Duvet 3 kg Synthetic or f...

Page 38: ...ash and spin phase The appliance adds some rinses 2 Tested for Staphylococcus aureus Enterococcus faecium Candida albicans Pseudomonas aerugino sa and MS2 Bacteriophage in external test performed by Swissatest Testmaterialien AG in 2021 Test Report No 202120117 18 ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS Recycle materials with the symbol Put the packaging in relevant containers to recycle it Help protect the enviro...

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