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LAVAMAT L 16850

User Manual

Washer-dryer

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Page 1: ...LAVAMAT L 16850 User Manual Washer dryer ...

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: ...he detergent and the fabric softener 14 Select the required programme by turning the programme selector dial 15 Select the Spin speed RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE option 15 Selected the desired option 16 PREWASH option 16 STAIN option 17 SENSITIVE option 17 DAILY option 17 SUPER QUICK option 17 Select an additional rinse 17 Select the START PAUSE 18 Select the DELAY START 18 Altering an option or a r...

Page 4: ... and drying 22 Washing programmes 23 Programme information 25 Automatic drying programmes 27 Drying time 27 Preparing the wash cycle 28 Sorting the laundry 28 Temperatures 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 Preparing the drying cycle 32 Laundry not suita...

Page 5: ...ost precautions 38 Emergency emptying out 38 What to do if 39 Technical Data 42 Consumption value 43 Installation 44 Unpacking 44 Positioning and levelling 46 Water inlet 46 Water stop device 47 Water drainage 47 In the interest of the environnement 49 Electrical connection 49 Permanent connection 50 Enviroment concerns 51 Packaging materials 51 Old machine 51 Ecological hints 51 5 Contents ...

Page 6: ...damaged contact your supplier If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus temperatures Store the washer dryer 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 washing and drying programmes programmes the door glass may get hot D...

Page 7: ...o 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 It must not be used for purposes other than those for whic...

Page 8: ...nce is not intended 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 washer dryer is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision Young children should be sup...

Page 9: ...ergent used for prewash or stain remover The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme The stain remover is added during the main wash in programmes with STAIN option Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash Compartment for liquid additives fabric softener starch Rating plate Drain pump Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door openi...

Page 10: ...ghts and the display These are represented by relevant numbers which are explained in the table below OK button START PAUSE button DELAY START button Display Programme selector dial SPIN button AUTODRY button DRYING TIME button OPTION button 1 2 3 4 5 6 9 7 8 10 Control panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Symbols on the Control Panel Cold handwash ...

Page 11: ...g a cycle a black dash blinks under the phase symbol of the running programme At the end of each washing phase the black dash under the corresponding symbol becomes fixed If the OVERDOSAGE symbol lights up at the end of the programme it indicates that too much detergent has been used DOOR symbol Door locked This symbol indicates if the door can be opened the symbol is on the door cannot be opened ...

Page 12: ... and or hours After the programme has started the time remaining is updated every minute Incorrect option selection If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected the message Err is displayed for a few seconds and the yellow light of button 7 starts blinking Alarm codes In the event of operating problems some alarm codes can be displayed for example E20 see chapter Wh...

Page 13: ...ltaneously for about 6 seconds the acoustic signal is deactivated except for the events of operating problems By pressing the same buttons again the acoustic signal is reactivated Child safety lock This device permits you to leave the appliance unsupervised without having the worry that children might be injured by or cause damage to the appliance This function remains able also when the washer dr...

Page 14: ...t 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 or STAIN action pour the detergent or the stain remover into the compartment marked 2 If required pou...

Page 15: ...position O to switch the machine off For the description of each washing programmes of the selector dial consult the chapter Washing programmes Attention If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is working the yellow pilot light of button 7 will blink 3 times and the message Err is displayed on the display to indicate a wrong selection The machine will not perf...

Page 16: ...patible among themselves The symbols of the incompatible options disappear Anyway if an option which is not compatible with the set washing programme or any other option is selected the Err message is displayed for few seconds and the yellow pilot of button 7 light starts blinking You must select the options after you have selected the programme but before pressing the button 7 Press button 5 all ...

Page 17: ...st coloureds items and for frequently washed items DAILY option By selecting this option you will be able to short the washing duration for daily soiled laundry The display will show the shorted washing time To be used for daily soiled laundry We recommend you to reduce the laundry load SUPER QUICK option By selecting this option it will be possible to short the washing duration for lightly soiled...

Page 18: ...8 repeatedly to select the desired delay The corresponding symbol will appear on the display The selected delay time value up to 20 hours will appear on the display for about 3 seconds then the duration of the programme will appear again You must select this option after you have set the programme and before you press the button 7 You can modify or cancel the delay time at any moment before you pr...

Page 19: ...ess the button 7 to interrupt a programme which is running the corresponding light starts blinking Press the button again to restart the programme Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to O to cancel a programme which is running Now you can select a new programme Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the button 7 if the DOOR symbol disa...

Page 20: ...lector dial to O select the DRAINING or SPINNING programme reduce the spin speed if needed by pressing the relevant button press the button 7 when the programme has finished the display shows a blinking 0 On the display the DOOR symbol disappears and the door can be opened Turn the programme selector dial to O to switch the machine off Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully check that the ...

Page 21: ... cycle to the selected degree of dryness If you press button 3 a black dash appears under the selected symbol to indicate that a degree has been set AUTO desappears The display shows the duration of the drying cycle The pilot light of button 7 starts blinking Depress then button 7 to start the programme A black dash flashes under the DRYING symbol Select the timed drying by pressing the button 4 W...

Page 22: ...ff Remove the laundry Automatic washing and drying NON STOP programme For NON STOP programmes the recommended load size is 3 5 kg for cotton and 2 kg for synthetics Note Only with the timed drying it is possible also to dry up to 5 kg of cotton itens see the drying time table Do not use a dosing device ball when carrying out a washing drying programme Select the washing and the drying programme by...

Page 23: ... HOLD NIGHT CYCLE PREWASH STAIN SENSITIVE EXTRA RINSE DAILY SUPER QUICK Main wash Rinses Short spin Max Load 3 5 Kg Reduced Load Kg 2 EASY IRON PLUS 40 Synthetic or mixed fabrics SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH EXTRA RINSE Main wash Rinses Short spin Max Load Kg 1 40 60 MIX 40 White and coloured cotton nornally soiled SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD NIGHT CYCLE PREWASH STAIN SENSITIVE EXTRA RINSE Main...

Page 24: ...er Drain Max Load Kg 7 WOOL PLUS 30 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 SILK 30 Silk items to be gentle washed and spun SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD NIGHT CYCLE Main wash Rinses Short spin Max Load Kg 1 20 MIN 3 KG 30 For slightly soiled fabrics except wool SPIN REDUCTION ...

Page 25: ...g the pro gramme which is run ning or to switch the machine off Programme information MIX 40 60 Special programme for white and coloured cotton suitable for different washing temperatures This programme can be used for laundry which should be washed at 40 C or 60 C separately So you can put into the drum the maximum load capacity in order to save energy and water You will obtain the same good wash...

Page 26: ...ashing 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 pressing the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun DELICATE RINSES With this prog...

Page 27: ...en bathrobes bath towels etc 3 5 kg 1600 85 95 1 5 kg 1600 35 45 Synthetics and mixed fabrics 2 kg 1200 65 75 1 kg 1200 30 40 Cotton and linen sheets tablecloths shirts etc Extra dry Ideal for towelling materials Cotton and linen bathrobes bath towels etc 3 5 kg Cotton and linen bathrobes bath towels etc 3 5 kg Synthetics and mixed fabrics jumpers blouses underwear household linen 2 kg Degree of d...

Page 28: ...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 28 Preparing the wash cycle 95 or 90 for normally soiled white cottons and linen e g tea cloths towels tablecloths s...

Page 29: ...removed 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 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 ...

Page 30: ...th 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 delicate balance of nature The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric del...

Page 31: ...rm during washing For the stain 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 immediately Degrees of water hardness Water hardness is classified in so called degrees of hardness Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the ...

Page 32: ...overs quilts sleeping bags and duvets must not be machine dried Avoid drying dark clothes with light coloured fluffy items such as towels as these can attract the fluff Remove the laundry when the appliance has finished drying To avoid a static charge when drying is completed use either a fabric softener when you are washing the laundry or a fabric conditioner specifically for tum ble dryers Garme...

Page 33: ...ndry wheight of the load size The average drying time for a timed drying are indicated in the Drying program mes chapter The experience will help you to dry your laundry in a more suitable way according to the different fabrics Take note of the duration drying time of the already performed cycles Additional drying If the laundry is till dump at the end of the drying programme select again a short ...

Page 34: ...r 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 be a powder with biolo...

Page 35: ...g 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 7 add approx 1 4 measuring cup of detergent Door seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects t...

Page 36: ...y spillage 5 Release the emergency emptying hose place it in the container and remove its cap 6 When no more water comes out unscrew the pump and remove it Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump 36 Care and cleaning ...

Page 37: ...he pump 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 Water inlet filter If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked 1 Turn off the wat...

Page 38: ...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 water has cooled down 4 open the pump door 5 place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency emptying hose into the bowl Remo...

Page 39: ...our local Service Centre Problem Possible cause Solution The washer dryer does not start The door has not been closed E40 Close firmly the door The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket Insert the plug into the power socket There is no power at the socket Please check your domestic electrical installation The main fuse has blown Replace the fuse The selector dial is not correctly posit...

Page 40: ...The drain filter is clogged E20 Clean the drain filter An option programme that ends with the water still in the tub or eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected Disable the option Select the draining or the spinning programme The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum Redistribute the laundry There is water on the floor Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent creates too much...

Page 41: ...appears There is water in the drum Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water The machine vibrates or is noisy The transit bolts and packing have not been removed Check the correct installation of the appliance The support feet have not been adjusted Check the correct levelling of the appliance The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum Redistribute the laundry Maybe there is ver...

Page 42: ... 2050 W 10 A Problem Cause possible Solution 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 r No P0042 BD No water is visible in the drum Machines based on modern technology operate very econo...

Page 43: ... 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 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 ECOMONY 60 52 1 19 Cottons 40 58 0 75 Synthetics 60...

Page 44: ...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 45: ...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 45 Installation...

Page 46: ...ewing the adjustable feet in or out Never place cardboard wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor 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 This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply 1 Open the porthole and extract the inl...

Page 47: ...ich could develop due to natural ageing of the hose This fault is shown by a red sector in the window A A Should this occur turn the water tap off and refer to your Service Centre to replace the hose Water drainage This appliance is designed to be permanently plumbed into your home s drainage system using one of the following methods 1 Into a drainage standpipe Firstly form a hook in the end of th...

Page 48: ...igot 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 the sink entering the washing machine The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres An additional drain hose and joining piece is available from y...

Page 49: ...ry 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 cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home Important ...

Page 50: ... 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 to be replaced this MUST ...

Page 51: ...uences 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 environment we recommend that yo...

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