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5. Select the required options

The light corresponding to the depressed button
illuminates.

6. Select the spin speed or option 

Depress the “

Speed 1200

” button to choose the

required speed or option 

: the corresponding

light comes on.

7. Select the DELAY START (4 H-8 H)

Before you start the programme

, if you wish the

starting to be delayed, press the

OPTIONS

button

repeatedly, to select the desired delay. The relevant
light illuminates.

OPTIONS

4

 H

8

 H

End

900

700

Speed

1200

500

Prewash

Extra

Operating sequence

Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2
litres of water into the main wash compartment 
of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO
valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the
machine empty, in order to remove any
manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash
compartment and start up the machine.

1. Place the laundry in the drum

Open the door.

Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time,
shaking them out as much as possible.

Close the door.

2. Measure out the detergent

Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure
out the amount of detergent recommended by the
manufacturer in a graduated cup and pour it into the
main wash compartment 

.

If you have selected the prewash, 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.

4. Select the desired programme

Turn the programme selector dial to the desired
position.

The light of the “

Start Pause

” button starts to flash.

30

O

95

60E

60

40

60

40

30

40

40

PROGRAMS

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Summary of Contents for EWF 1215

Page 1: ...WASAUTOMAAT LAVE LINGE WASCHAUTOMAT WASHING MACHINE GEBRUIKSAANWIJZING NOTICE D UTILISATION GEBRAUCHSANWEISUNG INSTRUCTION BOOK EWF 1215 132 987 420 F D GB NL ...

Page 2: ... use of the appliance Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol Our contribution to the protection of the environment we use recycled paper Contents Warnings 62 Disposal 63 Tips for environmental protection 63 Technical specifications 63 Installation 64 Unpacking 64 Positioning and levelling 64 Water inlet 64 65 Water drainage 65 Electrical...

Page 3: ...between the drum and the tub Use only the recommended quantities of fabric softener An excessive amount could damage the laundry Warnings 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 th...

Page 4: ...hine works more economically if it is fully loaded Do not overload With adequate pre treatment stains and limited soiling can be removed the laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature Measure out detergent according to the water hardness the degree of soiling and the quantity of laundry being washed DIMENSIONS Height 85 cm Width 60 cm Depth 57 cm MAXIMUM LOAD Cotton 5 kg Synthetics 2 5 kg D...

Page 5: ... downwards 5 Very carefully slide out the right polythene bag removing it towards the left and then upwards 6 Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw Slide out the relevant pin P1127 P1126 P1124 2 3 1 P0001 P1129 7 Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope containing the instruction booklet Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor Make su...

Page 6: ...nch This branch must be above the trap so that the bend is at least 60 cm above the ground P0022 P0021 Directly into a drain pipe at a height 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 functionin...

Page 7: ...h extreme care The automatic cooling of the washing water from 95 to 60 C before draining will prevent old drain pipes from being deformed and will reduce thermal shock to fabrics helping to prevent creasing The balance control device prevents vibration during spinning The ECO valve allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control ...

Page 8: ...ected programme by turning the programme selector dial to O Select again the desired programme and set the new DELAY START The door will be locked throughout the delay time If you need to open the door you must first set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the Start Pause button After you have closed the door press the Start Pause button again The delay start cannot be selected with programme...

Page 9: ... programme the light corresponding to the max speed of the selected programme lights up Spin speed lights are on during the washing programme and remain alight at the end of the cycle By selecting Rinse Hold option the water at the last rinse is not emptied out to prevent the fabrics from creasing If you have selected this function the Rinse Hold pilot light lights up End 900 700 Speed 1200 500 En...

Page 10: ...ergent or detergent paste Treat curtains with special care Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts General rules Cotton linen drum full but not too tightly packed Synthetics drum no more than half full Delicate fabrics and woollens drum no more than one third full Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water ...

Page 11: ... powder detergents for delicate fabrics 60 C max and woollens liquid detergents preferably for low temperature wash programmes 60 C max for all types of fabric or special for woollens only The detergent and any additives must 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 pre...

Page 12: ...rature 30 C Hand wash Do not wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach Ironing Hot iron max 200 C Warm iron max 150 C Lukewarm iron max 110 C Do not iron Dry cleaning Dry cleaning in all solvents Dry cleaning in perchlorethylene petrol pure alcohol R 111 R 113 Dry cleaning in petrol pure alcohol and R 113 Do not dry clean Drying Flat On the line On clothes hanger Tumble dry high tem...

Page 13: ...y in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine 1 Place the laundry in the drum Open the door Place the laundry in the drum one item at a time shaking them out as much as possible Close the door 2 Measure out the detergent Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops Measure out the amount...

Page 14: ...Pause If you cannot open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the machine off by turning the programme selector dial to O After about 3 minutes the door can be opened pay attention to the water level and temperature Select the programme again and depress Start Pause to restart it 13 At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically The Start Pause pilot goes out and the En...

Page 15: ...fast coloured items for example underwear shirts blouses White or Coloured cotton 60 White or Fast coloured items for example hand towels sheets underwear tablecloths shirts blouses Synthetics 40 40 COLD Shirts blouses underwear mixed fabrics Acrylic viscose polyester items curtains Special programme for garments bearing the Pure new wool non shrink machine washable label Delicates Wool White cott...

Page 16: ...d handwash items Programme selector dial position Rinses Programme Programme description Additional functions Wash load max Energy kWh Water lt Duration min Consumptions For rinsing hand washed items 3 rinses with liquid additive if required Short spin at max speed 5 kg 0 05 52 30 2 5 kg 10 Drain For emptying out the water of the last rinse of programmes with option Separate spin for cotton synthe...

Page 17: ...e top part of the additive compartments can be removed C0067 C0066 P1050 Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess clean it with an old toothbrush Refit the drawer after cleaning 4 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 Turn off the water tap Unscrew the hose from the tap Clean the filter ...

Page 18: ... previously described replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it screw the pump cover again and close the door P1117 P1115 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 emergenc...

Page 19: ...mediately The end of the drain hose is too low Refer to relevant paragraph in water drainage section The machine does not empty and or does not spin The drain hose is squashed or kinked A programme which ends with water in tub option has been selected 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 t...

Page 20: ...es the laundry is still not evenly distributed in the drum the machine will not spin In this case redistribute the load manually and select the spin programme The machine makes an unusual noise The machine is fitted with a type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other traditional motors This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the drum whe...

Page 21: ...ucer of powered appliances for kitchen cleaning and outdoor use More than 55 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 ...

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