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LAVAMAT 86850

Instruction booklet

Washing machine

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Page 1: ...LAVAMAT 86850 Instruction booklet 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 efficiently To refer to this manual any time you need to we recommend you to keep it in a safe place And please pass it to any future owner of the appliance We wish you much joy with your new applian...

Page 3: ...rast 14 Setting the acoustic signal 14 Return to main menu 15 Daily use 15 Load the laundry 15 Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 15 Select the required programme 16 Select the temperature 16 Select the spin speed RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE option 16 Programme options 17 Select the PREWASH option 17 Select the STAIN option 18 Select the SENSITIVE option 18 Select the EXTRA RINSE opti...

Page 4: ... At the end of the programme 22 Washing programmes 23 Programme information 26 Washing hints 28 Sorting the laundry 28 Temperature 28 Before loading the laundry 28 Maximum loads 29 Laundry weights 29 Removing stains 29 Detergents and additives 30 Quantity of detergent to be used 31 Degrees of water hardness 31 Care and cleaning 32 Descaling 32 After each wash 32 External cleaning 32 Detergent disp...

Page 5: ...41 Installation 42 Unpacking 42 Positioning and levelling 44 Water inlet 44 Water stop device 45 Water drainage 45 In the interest of the environment 47 Electrical connection 48 Permanent connection 48 Enviroment concerns 49 Packaging materials 49 Old machine 49 Ecological hints 49 Guarantee Customer Service 50 5 Contents ...

Page 6: ...during 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 machine at room temperature for 24 hours before using for the first time General safety It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way During high temperature w...

Page 7: ... and transit bolts must be removed before use Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to See relevant section in the user manual After having installed the appliance check that it is not pressing or standing on its electrical supply cable inlet hose and drain hose If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor please adjust the feet in order to allow air to c...

Page 8: ...ntended for use by person including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge unless 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 persons without supervision Young children should be supervised t...

Page 9: ...gent is added at the beginning of the wash programme Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash Compartment for liquid additives fabric softener starch Compartment for stain remover used for main wash with STAIN option Rating plate Drain pump Three adjustable feet The rear foot on the left hand side is automatic Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Drum light Door opening ha...

Page 10: ...the display will be indicated with the numbers given in this table TIME button Display START PAUSE button DELAY START button Programme selector dial TEMP temperature button SPIN reduction button OPTION button OK button 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 9 7 10 Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 ...

Page 11: ...y shows the following information Duration of the selected programme After selecting a programme the duration of the washing programme 7 8 and the extimated end of cycle 7 7 are displayed in hours and minutes for example 2 05 The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric After the programme has started the time remaining is updated ev...

Page 12: ...not compatible with the set washing programme is selected the message Non selectable is displayed for some seconds Alarm codes In the event of operating problems some alarm messages can be displayed for example Cannot fill water Please check that the tap is open and then press START see chapter What to do if End of the programme When the programme has finished the corresponding message appears on ...

Page 13: ...ase if you would change the language setting press at the same time the buttons 2 and 3 for 6 seconds to activate the menu language By pressing the button 4 you can scroll all the available languages Press the button 5 twice to confirm your choice Setting the time After the desired language you must set the time before the first wash Remember to change the setting time in accordance with daylight ...

Page 14: ... different levels from 0 to 9 0 min 9 max Press button 5 to confirm your choice Setting the contrast The CONTRAST setting allows you to modify the optical characteristic of the display By pressing the button 4 you can increase or decrease the contrast You can choose between different levels from 0 to 9 0 min 9 max Press button 5 to confirm your choice Setting the acoustic signal The machine is pro...

Page 15: ...e laundry between the door and the rubber joint Measure out the detergent and the fabric 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 the main wash compartment and if you wish to carry out the prewash phase pour the detergent into the compartment mar...

Page 16: ...me when the machine is working the message Please turn programme selector in the last used position will appear on the display To change a running programme please refer to Altering an option or a running programme Select the temperature button 2 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 propos...

Page 17: ...ed You must select the options after you have selected the programme but before pressing the button 8 Press the button 4 to activate the OPTIONS menu To scroll all the available options depress the button 4 The corresponding programme name appears in the relative rectangle to indicate that this programme cen be selected Press the button 4 to activate and confirm your choice The corresponding symbo...

Page 18: ... for people with a very delicate skin allergic to detergents it may be necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water EXTRA RINSE The relevant symbol will appear on the display Select the SAVE MEMORY option Programme settings that are frequently used can be saved e g cotton 60 C 1000 rpm with PREWASH and EXTRA RINSE There are 2 memory spaces available for this purpose in the last ...

Page 19: ...t this option before pressing the button 8 and after having selected the required programme wash This function remains able also when the washing machine is not working Setting Child lock option press the button 4 to activate the options menu press the button 4 to locate the Child Lock option press the button 5 to enable this option The corrisponding symbol and the message Press OPTION and OK toge...

Page 20: ...esponding red pilot light stops blinking On the display will appear the name and the running phase of the selected programme to indicate that the appliance starts operating and the door is locked To interrupt a programme which is running depress the button 8 the corresponding red pilot light starts to flash while the message PAUSED appears on the display to indicate that the machine is in pause To...

Page 21: ...machine by pressing the button 8 Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it Turn the programme selector dial to O and then to the new programme position Press the button 5 to cancel the previous washing programme Start the new programme by depressing the button 8 again The washing water in the tub will be not emptied out Interrupting a programme Press the button 8 to interrupt a...

Page 22: ...ogramme The machine stops automatically The pilot light of the button 8 goes off a static 0 00 appears on the display and the acoustic signal sounds for some minutes If the RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE option has been selected the pilot light of the button 8 goes off the messages Door locked and Rinse hold appear on the display the door is blocked to indicate that the water must be emptied out Please...

Page 23: ...maximum speed Max Load Kg 7 HYGIENE 60 Special programme for white cottons SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH STAIN Main wash Rinses Long spin at maximum speed Max Load Kg 7 SYNTHETICS 60 COLD Synthetic and mixed fabbrics SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD NIGHT CYCLE PREWASH STAIN SENSITIVE EXTRA RINSE TIME SAVING Main wash Rinses Short spin Max Load Kg 3 5 Reduced Load Kg 2 EASY IRON PLUS 60 COLD Syntheti...

Page 24: ...mmes with the RINSE HOLD and NIGHT CYCLE option Drain Max Load Kg 7 WOOL PLUS 40 COLD Garments bearing the Pure new wool non shrink machine washable or Handwash label SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD NIGHT CYCLE Main wash Rinses Short spin Max Load Kg 2 LINGERIE 40 COLD Special programme for extremly delicate handwashed garments SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD NIGHT CYCLE Main wash Rinses Short spin Max Load K...

Page 25: ...SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD EXTRA RINSE Main wash Rinses Short spin Max Load Kg 5 ECONOMY 60 40 White and coloured cotton economy lightly normally soiled items shirts underwear SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD NIGHT CYCLE PREWASH STAIN SENSITIVE EXTRA RINSE Main wash Rinses Long spin Max Load Kg 7 O OFF For cancelling the pro gramme which is run ning or to switch the machine off STAIN option can be selecte...

Page 26: ...You will obtain the same good washing result as a normal programme at 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 EASY IRON PLUS Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing In this way ironing is easier...

Page 27: ...r new garments QUICK INTENSIVE Quick washing programme to be used for lightly soiled white fast coloured cottons and mixed fabrics SPIN Separate spin for hand washed cotton items and after programmes with the RINSE HOLD and NIGHT CYCLE option Before selecting this programme the selector dial must be turned to O You can choose the speed by means of the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to ...

Page 28: ... e g hair clips safety pins pins 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 Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net 95 or 90 for normally soiled white cottons and linen e g tea cloths towels tablecloths s...

Page 29: ...ent 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 then rub in the soap and water 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 an...

Page 30: ...ar stains first treat with stain remover methylated spirits or benzine then rub with detergent 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 the environment Although biodegradable detergents contain substances which in large quantities can upset the delica...

Page 31: ... you are washing a small load the laundry is lightly soiled large amounts of foam form during washing Pour le traitement des taches avant le cycle de lavage conformez vous aux doses et aux instructions préconisées par le fabricant du produit Si vous utilisez du produit de lavage pour traiter les taches vous devez démarrer immédiatement le cycle de lavage Degrees of water hardness Water hardness is...

Page 32: ...ng the door open after 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 wash be performed on a regular basis To run a maintenance wash The drum should be empty of laundry Select the hottest cotton wash programme Use a normal measure of detergent must b...

Page 33: ...nts scouring agents 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 residues Programme COTTONS LINEN 90 or 95 C press the button 6 add approx 1 4 measuring cup of detergent Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possibl...

Page 34: ...any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it 8 Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and 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 Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle always wait until the appliance has finished the cycl...

Page 35: ...n By doing this any water remaining in the machine is removed avoiding ice forming and consequently damage to the appliance When you use the machine again make sure that the ambient temperature is above 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 w...

Page 36: ... flooding system has activated Anti flooding system has been activated Please check inlet drain pipe connections Once the problem has been eliminated press the button 8 to restart the programme If after all checks the problem persists contact your local Service Centre Problem Possible cause Solution The washing machine does not start The door has not been closed Please check that the door is close...

Page 37: ...ter still in tub or a that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected Select a draining or spinning programme The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum Redistribute the laundry The machine does not fill The water tap is closed Cannot fill water Please check that the tap is open and then press button START Open the water tap The inlet hose is squashed or kinked Cannot fill water P...

Page 38: ...actions Put the cap back on the emergency emptying and place the latter back in its seat Problem Possible cause Solution The door will not open The programme is still running Wait the end of washing cycle There is water in the drum Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water For opening the door refer to display messages Unsatisfactory washing results Too little detergent or unsuitable d...

Page 39: ...late or the machine does not spin The electronic unbalance detection device 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 and normal spinning can resume If after some minutes the laundry is still not evenly distributed in the drum the machine will not sp...

Page 40: ...imum fuse protection Water supply pressure Minimum Maximum 0 05 MPa 0 80 MPa Maximum Load Cottons 7 kg Spin Speed Maximum 1600 rpm Technical data If you are unable to identify or solve the problem contact our service centre Before telephoning make a note of the model serial number and purchase date of your machine the Service Centre will require this information Mod Prod No Ser No M od Pr od No Se...

Page 41: ...f 7 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label in compliance with EEC 92 75 standards Consumption value Programme Water consumption lltres Energy consumption KWh Programme duration Minutes White Cottons 95 62 2 1 For the duration of the programmes please refer to the display on the control panel Cottons 60 58 1 35 Cotton ECO 60 45 1 19 Cottons 40 58 0 75 Synthetics 60 5...

Page 42: ...e 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 2 Remove the power supply cable and the draining hose from the hose holders on the rear of the appliance 3 With a suitable spanner unscrew and remove the central rear bolt A HEC0008 A HEC00022 HEC0001 ...

Page 43: ...drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal 7 Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet 8 Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph Water inlet All the different plug caps are supplied with the appliance in the plastic bag containing the instruction booklet...

Page 44: ...ppliance is installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out Never place cardboard wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor Automatic foot The rear foot on the left hand side of your washing machine is built as a shock absorbing foot which is why the appliance gi...

Page 45: ...be a minimum distance of between the appli ance s inlet and the bottom of the water storage tank 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 Water stop device The inlet hose is provided with a water stop device which protects against damage caused by water leaks in t...

Page 46: ...our drain hose looks like this see the relevant pcture you do not require the U piece Just push the hose firmly into the standpipe 2 Onto a sink outlet spigot If the outlet spigot has not been used before remove any blanking plug that may be in place Push the drain hose onto the spigot and secure with a clip if required ensure a loop is formed in the drain hose see diagram to prevent waste from th...

Page 47: ...t your local water authority Electrical connection WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted Remove the fuse from the cut off plug The c...

Page 48: ...Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used The plug must not be used if the fuse cover carrier is lost The cover carrier is indi cated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug A replacement cover carrier must be obtained from your local AEG ELECTROLUX Service Centre The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the machine Should the appliance power supply cable need ...

Page 49: ...otential negative consequences 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 your local city office your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product Ecological hints To save water energy and to help protect the environm...

Page 50: ... under this guarantee Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company s property This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights Exclusions Damage or calls resulting from transportation improper use or neglect the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly inst...

Page 51: ...id purchase receipt or guarantee documentation is required for in guarantee service calls Customer Care For general enquiries concerning your Electrolux appliance or for further informa tion on Electrolux products please contact our Customer Care Department by let ter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www electrolux co uk Customer Care Department Electrolux Major Appliances...

Page 52: ...www electrolux com www aeg electrolux uk 132 966 571 00 052008 Subject to change without notice ...

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