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Instructions for use

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What to do if ...

Remedying Faults

In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of 
the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal 
with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the 
customer service technician's visit will not be free of charge, even dur-
ing the warranty period.

If the fault code 

E10,

 

E20

 or 

E40

 is shown in 

the multidisplay, you may be able to remedy 
the fault yourself (see Faults Table below). Af-
ter remedying the fault, press the button START/PAUSE (START/
PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE). If the fault code is shown again, inform 
Customer Service.

In the case of all other displayed faults (

E

 and number or letter), 

please inform the Customer Service and state the fault code.

Fault

Possible Cause

Remedy

The machine does not 
work.

The plug is not in the socket. Insert the plug.

The fuse or protection device 
has tripped.

Replace/reset the fuse.

The machine door was not 
closed properly.

Close the door. You should 
hear the door engage.

The START/PAUSE (START/
PAUZE, MARCHE/PAUSE) 
button was not pressed long 
enough.

Press the START/PAUSE 
(START/PAUZE, MARCHE/
PAUSE) until the Programme 
begins.

The door will not close.

The child safety device has 
been set.

Release the child safety de-
vice (see “Childsafety de-
vice”).

Error code 

E40 

ap-

pears. The MAIN WASH 
(HOOFDWAS, LAVAGE) 
indicator flashes.

The door is not closed 
properly. 

Close the door properly.
Start the programme again. 

Summary of Contents for LAVAMAT SOUPLESSE 14

Page 1: ...LAVAMAT SOUPLESSE 14 Washing Machine User Information ...

Page 2: ...s and information on the economical and environmentally responsible use of the unit This user information contains information on remedying any faults which may occur see the section What to do if If these instructions are not sufficient our After Sales Service is at your disposal at any time ELGROEP AEG SERVICE Bergensesteenweg 719 1502 Lembeek Tel 02 3630444 Here you will receive an answer to an...

Page 3: ...e 16 Sort and Prepare the Washing 16 Washing Types and Care Codes 17 Washing Detergents and Care Agents 18 Which washing detergent and care agent 18 How much washing detergent and care agent 18 Water Softener 18 Performing a wash cycle 19 Quick Start Guide 19 Add the Washing 19 Pouring in the conditioner detergent 20 Set the Washing Program 21 Change Spin Speed Select Rinse Hold 22 Starting the pr...

Page 4: ...g Faults 32 If the washing result is not satisfactory 36 Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation 37 Child Safety Feature 38 Setting up and connection instructions 39 Technical Data 39 Dimensions 39 Tips on safety when installing 40 Setting up the appliance 41 Transporting the Unit 41 Remove the Transport Safeguard 41 Prepare the Installation Location 43 Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal 43 Setti...

Page 5: ...le Water Pressure 45 Water Inflow 46 Water Drainage 47 Delivery Heads over 1m 48 Fitting under kitchen worktops 49 Kitchen with worktops 85 cm high 49 Kitchens with worktops 90 cm or higher 50 Guarantee conditions 51 Customer services 53 Index 54 Service 55 ...

Page 6: ...d the manufacturer can accept no liability for any resulting damages For safety reasons conversions or modifications to the washing ma chine are not permissible Use only detergents which are suitable for washing machines Follow the washing detergent manufacturer s instructions The washing must not contain any flammable solvents Also remem ber this when washing pre cleaned washing Do not use the wa...

Page 7: ...ncorrect repairs may result in significant risk to the user If repairs are necessary consult our customer service or your special ist dealer Never use the washing machine if the mains cable is damaged or the conrol panel work surface or base panel area are so badly damaged that the interior of the unit is openly accessible Switch off the washing machine before carrying out cleaning care and mainte...

Page 8: ...orrectly All the packag ing materials used are harmless to the environment and can be recy cled Plastic parts are marked with standard international abbreviations Cardboard packaging is manufactured from recycled paper and should be deposited in the waste paper collection for recycling Dispose the old appliance When you finally put your appliance out of operation please bring it to your nearest re...

Page 9: ...ashing powder liquid Suitable pretreatment enables stains and small amounts of dirt to be removed You can then wash at a lower temperature Use the energy saving program to wash garments which are lightly to moderately dirty There is often no need for conditioner Try it once If you use a dryer your washing will become soft and velvety even without conditioner In the case of medium to high water har...

Page 10: ...rawer for Detergent and Conditioner Door Adjustable feet to adjust height Control panel Flap in front of Drain pump Rating plate behind door Pre wash detergent or water softener Main wash detergent powder and water softener if required Stain remover Liquid conditioner Fabric softener dressing agent starch ...

Page 11: ... positions the machine remains on Clears programme settings selected by mistake The original settings are restored COTTONS LINEN WITTE BONTE WAS BLANC COULEURS Main wash for cottons linen at 30 C to 95 C 2 Position ENERGY SAVING ENERGIEBESP ECONOMIQUE Energy sav ing programme at around 67 C for slightly or normally soiled cottons extended wash time cannot be combined with the SHORT KORT COURT sett...

Page 12: ...nse for example for handwash textiles 2 rinses liquid conditioner washed in æ from the drawer gentle spin STARCHING STIJVEN AMIDON Separate starch separate gentle rinse separate conditioning for wet clothes 1 rinse liquid conditioner washed in from æ drawer spin PUMP OUT POMPEN VIDANGE Empties the water after a rinse hold no spin 3 RINSE HOLD GEEN CENTR SANS ESSOR means The washing is left to soak...

Page 13: ...OTTONS LINEN WITTE BONTE WAS BLANC COULEURS and EASY CARES KREUKHERSTELLEND DEFROISSABLE without spin cycle for DELICATES FIJNE WAS LINGE DELICAT SHORT KORT COURT Shortened main wash cycle for washing that is lightly soiled STAIN VLEKKEN TACHES For treating washing that is heavily soiled or stained Stain removal agent is rinsed in at an optimal point in the cycle This cycle can only be set for a w...

Page 14: ...TTE BONTE WAS BLANC COULEURS 1 Note Program setting for a test in accordance with EN 60 456 The consumption values can deviate from the stated values depending on the water pressure hardness inlet temperature room temperature type and quantity of washing the washing powder liquid used fluctuations in the mains voltage and selected additional functions 5 45 0 94 COTTONS LINEN 40 WITTE BONTE WAS BLA...

Page 15: ...g powder drawer into the washing machine With the next program start this will close the solution container and the eco sluice can function correctly 3 Run the washing cycle without washing COTTONS WITTE WAS BLANC 95 C with half the amount of washing detergent This removes resi dues left over from production on the drum and solution container ...

Page 16: ...tights bras etc in a washing net a cushion with a zip fastener or in larger socks Treat curtains with particular care Remove small metal rollers or small burred rollers or tie them in a net or in a bag We cannot ac cept any liability for damage Do not wash coloureds and whites together in one washing cycle Otherwise whites will discolour or turn grey New coloureds often contain surplus dye It is b...

Page 17: ... of washing Easy Care Garments ê í Textiles such as finished cottons cotton mixtures viscose and synthet ics with this care code require mechanically more mild treatment The program EASY CARES EASY IRON KREUKHERSTELLEND DEFROISSA BLE STRIJKVRIJ SANS REPASSAGE is suitable for this type of washing Delicates ì Textiles such as layered fibres microfibres viscose synthetics and cur tains with this care...

Page 18: ... the amount of detergent recommended for a full load Refer to the detergent care agent manufacturer s instructions on use and dosage Water Softener For medium to high water hardness hardness category II or higher you should use water softener Pay attention to the manufacturer s instruc tions Always then meter detergent for hardness category I soft The responsible water works can provide informatio...

Page 19: ...s at Rinse Hold select PUMP OUT POMPEN VIDANGE SPIN CENTRIFUG ESSORAGE or GENTLE SPIN KORT CENTRIFUG ESSOR DELICAT before opening the door 7 Open the door and take out the washing The door can be opened after the END EINDE FIN indicator is lit 8 Switch off the machine Set the programme selector to OFF UIT ARRET Add the Washing 3 For the maximum filling quantities refer to the Program Tables For in...

Page 20: ...ment for main powder detergent If you are using a water softener and you need the right hand compartment for the pre wash agent then add the softener after the main detergent in the left compartment Compartment for conditioner Fabric softener dressing agent starch Important Do not fill past the MAX level mark If necessary dilute concentrated liquid softeners or starches up to the MAX level mark Di...

Page 21: ...the Program Tables 0 1 Set the program selector to the required washing program with the required temperature The probable duration of the set program in minutes is shown in the multi display 2 Select any additional programs The indicator for the selected additional program lights up Press another button to make different selection Press the button again to deselect ...

Page 22: ...R is selected the washing re mains in the last rinsing water and is not spun 3 If you do not change the spin speed the final spin is automatically adapted depending on the washing program The speed of the intermediate spin depends on the selected program and cannot be changed COTTONS LINEN WITTE BONTE WAS BLANC COULEURS 1400 revolutions per minute EASY CARES EASY IRON KREUKHERSTELLEND STRIJKVRIJ D...

Page 23: ... begins the steps to be com pleted are shown on the Progress indicator The stage of the programme currently running is indicated Multidisplay The estimated time remaining in minutes is shown on the Multidisplay until the programme is completed 3 The remaining time may lengthen or shorten as the programme adjusts to varying conditions in the wash for example type and quantity of clothes imbalance d...

Page 24: ...time A programme can only be changed after turning the programme selector to OFF UIT ARRET Selecting additional programme functions Additional programme functions SHORT KORT COURT or STAIN VLEKKEN TACHES can be selected after the programme has started 0 1 Press the START PAUSE START PAUZE MARCHE PAUSE button 2 Press the SHORT KORT COURT button or the STAIN VLEKKEN TACHES button 3 Press the START P...

Page 25: ...nd press the START PAUSE START PAUZE MARCHE PAUSE button the water is pumped out without spin ning or turn the programme selector to OFF UIT ARRET then to SPIN CEN TRIFUG ESSORAGE or GENTLE SPIN KORT CENTRIFUG ESSOR DELI CAT then press the START PAUSE START PAUZE MARCHE PAUSE button the water is pumped out and the Spin or Gentle Spin cycle starts When this programme stage is ended the END EINDE FI...

Page 26: ...OULEURS 95 PRE WASH VOORWAS PRELAV SHORT KORT COURT STAIN VLEKKEN TACHES Energy Saving programme Cottons ç 5kg COTTONS LINEN WITTE BONTE WAS BLANC COULEURS ENERGY SAVING ENERGIEBESP ECONOMIQUE PRE WASH VOORWAS PRELAV STAIN VLEKKEN TACHES Linen è ë 5kg COTTONS LINEN WITTE BONTE WAS BLANC COULEURS 30 to 60 PRE WASH VOORWAS PRELAV SHORT KORT COURT STAIN VLEKKEN TACHES 2 Easy Cares ê í 2 5kg EASY CARE...

Page 27: ...ontains around 2 5 kg of dry washing cotton 2 If STAIN represent a temperature of at least 40 C is required to enable the stain remover agent to work efficiently 3 Creases in the washing can be avoided to a large extent only if the load size is kept under 1 kg 5 to 7 easy care men s shirts are equal to around 1 kg of dry washing Type of items to be washed Care label Max load size dry weight 1 Prog...

Page 28: ...JVEN AMIDON Type of items to be washed Max load size dry weight Programme selector Cottons Linen 5kg GENTLE RINSE FIJN SPOELEN RINC DELICAT Easy Cares 2 5kg Delicates 2 5kg Woollens Handwash 2kg Type of items to be washed Max load size dry weight Programme selector Cottons Linen 5kg SPIN CENTRIFUG ESSORAGE Easy Cares 2 5kg SHORT SPIN KORT CENTRIFUG ESSOR DELICAT Delicates 2 5kg Woollens Handwash 2...

Page 29: ... Drawer The washing detergent drawer should be cleaned from time to time 0 1 Pull out the washing detergent drawer as far as it will go 2 Remove the washing detergent drawer with a firm pull 3 Remove the softener insert from the middle compartment 4 Clean the softener insert under running water 5 Clean the compartments from the rear with warm water It is best to use a bottle brush 6 Push on the so...

Page 30: ...cidic antiliming agents scouring agents containing chlorine or iron or steel wool Our Customer Service Department has suitable agents available 0 Remove any rust deposits on the drum using a stainless steel cleaning agent Filling Door 0 Check regularly whether there are deposits or foreign bodies in the rubber sleeve behind the filling door and if so remove them Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips...

Page 31: ...n pump cover anti clockwise and pull it out 4 Remove any foreign objects fluff and strands of fabric from the drain pump 5 Check that you are able to turn the pump wheel at the very rear of the pump housing If the wheel rotates with a jerky motion this is normal If you cannot turn the pump wheel con tact customer service 6 Replace the cover Insert the webs on the cover laterally into the guide slo...

Page 32: ...Customer Service In the case of all other displayed faults E and number or letter please inform the Customer Service and state the fault code Fault Possible Cause Remedy The machine does not work The plug is not in the socket Insert the plug The fuse or protection device has tripped Replace reset the fuse The machine door was not closed properly Close the door You should hear the door engage The S...

Page 33: ...in the Installation and Connection instructions The adjustable feet are not set to the correct height Set the feet as described in the Installation and Connection instructions There are very few items of washing for example one dressing gown in the drum Operation is not affected The water could not be pumped out completely be fore spinning as there is a kink in the outlet hose or detergent solutio...

Page 34: ...rt ment is not correctly posi tioned or is clogged Clean the detergent dis penser drawer set the fabric softener tray firmly in posi tion Clothes are severely crumpled Too much washing has probably been loaded Note the maximum wash load see Programme tables For easy care textiles select the EASY IRON STRIJKVRIJ SANS REPASSAGE pro gramme Washing is not spun sufficiently excess wa ter is still visib...

Page 35: ...es for safety reasons The programme will con tinue when power is re stored If the washing has to be taken out during the power failure Turn the programme selec tor to OFF UIT ARRET Carry out an emergency drain operation see Carry ing out an emergency drain operation After about 2 minutes the door can be opened by pull ing the handle Leftover detergent builds up in the deter gent dispenser drawer T...

Page 36: ...ng Wash out such stains as quickly as possible and carefully use the right conditioner If foam is still visible after the final rinse Modern washing detergents can still produce foam even in the final rinse The washing is still sufficiently rinsed If there are white residues on the washing These are the insoluble components of modern detergents They are not the result of an insufficient rinsing ef...

Page 37: ... plug Caution The washing solution running out of the emergency emptying hose can be hot Risk of scalding Allow the washing solution to cool down before carrying out emergency emptying 0 1 Provide a flat collecting vessel to catch the washing solution as it runs out 2 Open the flap downwards in the right part of the base panel and pull it off 3 Remove the emergency emptying hose from the holder 4 ...

Page 38: ...feature is used the filling door can no longer be closed and no more washing programs can be started Setting the Child Safety Feature 0 Use a coin to turn the rotary knob on the inside of the filling door clockwise as far as it will go 1 Warning The rotary knob must not be pressed in following adjust ment otherwise the child safety feature is not active The rotary knob must project as shown in the...

Page 39: ... connection instructions Technical Data Dimensions Measurements in mm Height adjustment Approx 10 6mm Filling quantity program dependent max 5kg Use Domestic Drum speed spin see rating plate Water pressure 1 10bar 10 100N cm2 0 1 1 0MPa 1018 598 850 10 6 598 ...

Page 40: ...opriately earthed socket Permanent connections Permanent connections should only be car ried out by an authorised technician Before putting into operation make sure that the nominal voltage and type of current indicated on the specifications label match those of the local mains supply The correct electrical protection can also be decided according to the specifications label Should work be carried...

Page 41: ... unit without the transport safeguard can result in damage to the unit Never lift the unit by the open filling door or by its base When transporting the unit with a sack trolley Attach the sack trol ley only at the side Remove the Transport Safeguard Attention It is essential to re move the transport safeguard be fore putting the unit into operation Keep all parts of the transport safeguard in a s...

Page 42: ... plug cap so firmly that it engages in the rear panel this protects the inside of the unit against splash water 5 Unscrew the two screws E using the special button A 6 Unscrew the four screws F using the special button A 7 Remove the transport rail G 8 Screw the four screws F back in 9 Close off the two large holes with the plug caps B Attention Push in the plug caps so firmly that they engage in ...

Page 43: ...nsert a thermally insulating panel between the washing machine and the cooker 85 x 57cm This panel must have an aluminium foil on the side against the cooker The washing machine must not be set up in a room where there is a danger of frost Frost damage The intake and drainage hoses must not be bent or pinched Setting Up on a Concrete Pedestal When setting up the washing machine on a concrete pedes...

Page 44: ... use the special spanner supplied for removing the transport braces 0 1 Slide the special key firmly onto the hexagon head of the threaded foot as far as it will go 2 Adjust the screw feet so that the unit is horizontal and stable The unit must not wobble over when loaded 3 If necessary check the setting with a spirit level Attention Never compensate for minor floor unevenness with un derlays made...

Page 45: ...he legal regulations of the water authorities e g for Germany DVGW regulations Other pro tection measures in the installation are therefore not necessary Attention Units for connection to cold water must not be connected to hot wa ter Use only new sets of hoses for connection Permissible Water Pressure The water pressure must be at least 1bar 10N cm2 0 1MPa maxi mum 10bar 100N cm2 1MPa In the case...

Page 46: ... into pieces in order to extend the hoses 3 Sealing rings are supplied either in the plastic nuts of the hose screw connection or in the en closed pack Do not use other seals 0 1 Connect the hose with the angled connection to the machine Attention Do not lay the supply hose vertically downwards Rather turn it to the right or left as shown in the diagram Only tighten the screw connection manually 2...

Page 47: ...the hose fits all commonly used siphon types 0 Secure the grommet siphon connecting point with a hose clamp Draining the water into a basin Attention Small basins are not suitable for draining the water into them Water could overflow It is not permitted to submerge the end of the drainage hose into the pumped off water Water could be sucked up into the hose When hooked into a wash basin or a bath ...

Page 48: ...ery Heads over 1m To pump off the washing rinsing agent every washing machine has a pump which transports liquids via the drainage hose up to a height of 1m calculated from the machine s floor For delivery heads over 1m consult the Customer Service ...

Page 49: ...rktops 85 cm high The washing machine can be installed in fully fitted kitchens with continous worktops 85 cm high after removing the machine s top cover This will reduce the height of the appliance to about 82cm To fit the washing machine an adapter kit is required These can be ob tained from Customer Service 1 Warning If removing the top cover to fit the machine another protective cover must be ...

Page 50: ...ning If fitting under a worktop of 90 cm or higher the top cover must be left on the appliance to protect it from splashes Otherwise adequate protection cannot be guaranteed In fitted kitchens with worktops 90 cm or higher insert the appliance in its niche leaving the top cover in place ...

Page 51: ...sumer providing proof of purchase show ing the purchase and or delivery date 5 The guarantee will not apply if damage caused to delicate parts such as glass vitreous ceramic synthetic materials and rubber is the result of inappropriate use 6 The guarantee cannot be called on for minor faults that do not affect the value or the overall reliability of the appliance 7 The statutory warranty does not ...

Page 52: ...nce for which the con sumer wishes to assert his rights In the event of legally admitted liability compensa tion will not exceed the purchase price paid for the appliance These guarantee terms are only valid for appliances purchased and used in Belgium For exported appliances the user must first make sure that they satisfy the technical con ditions e g voltage frequency installation instructions t...

Page 53: ...ces Belgium Tel Fax Electrolux Home Products Belgium ELECTROLUX SERVICE Bergensesteenweg 719 1502 Lembeek Consumer services 02 363 04 44 02 363 04 00 02 363 04 60 Province de Liège S D E Rue Gaucet 26 4020 Liege 04 343 11 60 04 343 47 68 ...

Page 54: ...hazard 6 37 G Gentle rinse 12 28 H Handwash 12 27 28 L Linen 11 17 26 28 M Multidisplay 11 23 32 55 O Opening the door 35 P Pre wash 10 13 20 21 26 Pre wash detergent 20 Programme progress indicator 23 Pump out 12 24 25 R Rating plate 10 45 55 Rinse hold 12 22 25 Running time 23 S Short 13 21 24 26 Silk 12 17 Spin 12 19 22 24 Stain 9 10 13 20 21 24 26 36 Starching 12 28 W Warranty 6 32 51 Washing ...

Page 55: ...te on the inside of the door on your washing machine Answer as precisely as possible What form does the fault take Under what circumstances does the fault occur Does the multi display show an error message When do you incur costs even during the warranty period if you could have dealt with the fault yourself with the aid of the Faults Table see the section What to do if if several trips by the cus...

Page 56: ...million Electrolux Group products such as refrigerators cookers washing machines vacuum cleaners chain saws and lawn mowers are sold each year to a value of approx USD 14 billion in more than 150 countries around the world AEG Hausgeräte GmbH Postfach 1036 D 90327 Nürnberg http www aeg hausgeraete de Copyright by AEG 822 942 933 01 201102 03 Subject to change without notice ...

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