Electrolux EW 549 F Instruction Booklet Download Page 18

• The machine does not start up:

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Problem

Possible cause

Something not working?

Problems which you can resolve yourself.

• The door is not firmly closed.
• The machine is not plugged in or there is no power 

at the socket.

• The main fuse has blown.
• The programme selector dial is not positioned

correctly.

• The “Start / Add clothes” button has not been depressed.

• The machine does not fill:

•  The water tap is closed.
•  The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.
•  The filter in the inlet hose is blocked.
•  The door is not properly closed.

• The machine fills then empties 

immediately:

•  The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to relevant

paragraph in “water drainage” section.

•  The drain hose is squashed or kinked.

•  The drain pump is clogged.

• There is water on the floor:                 

•  Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent

(creates too much foam) has been used.

•  Check whether there are any leaks from one of the

inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this as
the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is
damp.

•  The drain hose is damaged.
•  The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not

been replaced after cleaning the filter.

• Unsatisfactory washing results:

•  Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been

used.

•  Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to

washing.

•  The correct temperature was not selected.
•  Excessive laundry load.

• The machine vibrates or is noisy:

•  The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.

•  The support feet have not been adjusted.

•  The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.

•  Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.

• The door will not open:                       

•  The programme is still running.

•  The door lock has not been released.

•  There is water in the drum.

• The machine does not empty

and/or does not spin:

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Summary of Contents for EW 549 F

Page 1: ...EW 549 F EW 551 F EWF 771 147143500 UserManualNukeCover qxd 04 07 2005 13 20 Page 1 ...

Page 2: ... reference and pass it on to any future owners Washing hints 9 Sorting the laundry 9 Temperatures 9 Before loading the laundry 9 Maximum loads 9 Laundry weights 9 Removing stains 9 Detergents and additives 10 Operating sequence 11 12 International wash code symbols 13 Washing programmes 14 15 Maintenance 16 Door seal 16 Bodywork 16 Detergent dispenser drawer 16 Drain pump 16 17 Water inlet filter ...

Page 3: ... tub Warnings Use only the recommended quantities of fabric softener An excessive amount could damage the laundry Leave the porthole door slightly ajar when the appliance is not in use This preserves the door seal and prevents the formation of musty smells Always check that water has emptied out before opening the door If not drain the water following the instructions in the instruction book Alway...

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Page 5: ...an find more detailed instructions regarding the bottom cover assembling in it s relative bag 5 Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw Slide out the relevant pin 6 Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope containing the instruction manual Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not i...

Page 6: ...t of not less than 60 cm and not more than 90 cm The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated i e the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger than the outside diameter of the drain hose The drain hose must not be kinked For a correct functioning of the machine the drain hose must remain hooked on the proper support piece situated on the top part of the back side of the appliance P1...

Page 7: ...fabrics helping to prevent creasing The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care The unbalance control device ensures the machine is stable during the spin The ECO valve allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme chart 3 Control panel 4 Door handle 5 Drain pump 6 Adjust...

Page 8: ...ted wash program As an example if this button is pushed the LED will light up and the program Automatic will be reduced to approx 60 min from 110 min 4 Programme Selector Dial The selector is dived into three sections OFF COLD for EWF 549 and OFF HOT and COLD for EWF 551 and EWF771 This can be rotated in clockwise and anti clockwise direction At the end of the programme the selector dialmust be tu...

Page 9: ...wel 200 g tea cloth 100 g night dress 200 g ladies briefs 100 g man s work shirt 600 g man s shirt 200 g man s pyjamas 500 g blouse 100 g men s underpants 100 g Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be 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 deterg...

Page 10: ... be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents a programme without prewash must be selected The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting t...

Page 11: ...etergent recommended by the manufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into the main wash compartment If you wish to carry out the pre wash pour detergent into the appropriate compartment marked 3 Measure out the additive If required pour fabric softener into the compartment marked without exceeding the MAX mark P0004 4 Select the desired programmes Turn the programme selector dial to the desired...

Page 12: ... opening the door to give the electric locking mechanism time to release it Remove the laundry Turn the drum by hand to make sure it is completely empty so as to avoid any forgotten items being damaged in a subsequent wash e g shrinking or their colour running into a load of whites Turn the water tap off and unplug the machineLeave the door open for the tub to dry UserManualNukeEUFinal OK qxd 04 0...

Page 13: ...ry cleaning in perchlorethylene petrol pure alcohol R 111 R 113 Dry cleaning in petrol pure alcohol and R 113 Do not dry clean Bleach in cold water Delicate wash Hand wash Do not wash at all Max wash temperature 95 C Max wash temperature 60 C Max wash temperature 40 C Max wash temperature 30 C International wash code symbol These symbols appear on fabric labels in order to help you choose the best...

Page 14: ...e silk fabrics Automatic Jeans Towels Easy Iron Delicate Wool and silk Wash 40 3 rinses normal spin Pre Wash 40 Wash 60 5 rinses maximum spin Wash 40 3 rinses gentle spin Wash 30 3 rinses gentle spin Wash 30 3 rinses normal spin Quick Wash Quick Wash Quick Wash Quick Wash Quick Wash F G H I J K Fast coloured cottons like towels Non fast colured clothes like under garments shirts Acrilic viscose po...

Page 15: ... Clothes labelled Pure new wool non shrink machine washble silk fabrics Shirt blouses undergarments mixed fabrics Automatic Daily cotton Delicate colour Easy iron Synthetics Wool and silk Hand Wash Softner Rinse Drain Spin Pre Wash wash 5 rinses normal spin Wash 3 rinses normal spin Wash 3 rinses normal spin Wash 3 rinses normal spin Wash 3 rinses gentle spin Wash 3 rinses normal spin Wash 3 rinse...

Page 16: ... nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump P1115 P1114 P0038 1 Cleaning the Door Seal Check from time to time the door seal and eliminate eventual possible objects that could be trapped in the fold 2 External Cleaning Clean the outside of the machine with warm water znd a detergent used to handwash dishes Rinse with clean water and dry with a soft cloth Important do not use methyla...

Page 17: ...f necessary as previously described replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it screw the pump again and close the door 7 Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0 C proceed as follows Remove the plug from the socket Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap Place the end of the emergency em...

Page 18: ...rgent creates too much foam has been used Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose check to see if it is damp The drain hose is damaged The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not been replaced after cleaning the filter Unsatisfactory washing results Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has be...

Page 19: ... laundry is not spun enough redistribute the load manually and select the spin programme 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 Water is not visible in the machine The machine which is the result of modern technology run...

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