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User Manual

Guide d’utilisation

EWF 14991 W

Washing Machine

Lave-linge

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Page 1: ...User Manual Guide d utilisation EWF 14991 W Washing Machine Lave linge ...

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Page 3: ...uture The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable You find some examples on the cover in this manual Please take a few minutes to study this manual so that you can take advantage of the benefits of your new machine We promise that it will provide a superior User Experience delivering Ease of Mind Good luck GB ...

Page 4: ...on 28 Care and cleaning 29 Something not working 33 Techical data 37 Consumption values 38 Installation 39 Environment concerns 43 Guarantee conditions 44 Customer service centres 45 The following symbols are used in this manual Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to avoid damaging the appliance General information and tips Environmental information ...

Page 5: ...Wash small items such as socks laces washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones material without hems or torn material Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use clean and maintenance Under no circumstances should you att...

Page 6: ...ontact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed If volatile cleaning fluids are used care should be taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in the machine Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket always take hold of the plug itself Never use the washing machine if the power supply cable the control panel the working...

Page 7: ...Spin OK Option Cottons Economy Drain Handwash Spin Rinses Blanket Synthetics Cottons Time Manager Sensitive plus Delicates 1 2 Favourite Silk 14 min Specials 1 2 3 5 6 4 EN001 GB Detergent dispenser drawer Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water energy and detergent consumption The New Jet system allows total use of detergent and reduces w...

Page 8: ...on Options buttons Confirm button Start Pause button Time manger buttons 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 4 5 7 3 6 8 2 Start Pause Time Manager Temp Spin OK Option 8Kg Dynamic System EWN 14991 W 1 2 Cottons Synthetics Favourite Delicates Silk Cottons Economy Drain Time Manager 14 min Specials Wool Handwash Spin Rinses Blanket ...

Page 9: ...single time pressure of the Options buttons the time varies minute by minute With a continue pressure of the same buttons the time varies 10 minutes by 10 minutes Press the Ok button to fix the current time Daily Use Customize your appliance This appliance is provided of a settings menu that allows you to modify the factory settings as you want When you switch on the machine by turning the program...

Page 10: ...on by pressing the Start Pause button at the end of the cycle in the event of operating problems If you want disable the acoustic signals except for the event of operating problems please refer to the previous chapter setting the sound volume Load the laundry Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards Place the laundry in the drum one item at a time shaking them out as much as pos...

Page 11: ... Specials Wool Handwash Silk Spin Drain Rinses 14 min Blanket Cottons Economy Favourite programmes 1 2 The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise Position O to Reset programme Switching OFF of the machine At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position O to switch the machine off Attention If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme ...

Page 12: ... fabric the current phase the duration of the wash programme and the end of cycle When the machine performs the washing phase the display shows also some animated bubbles that simulate the moving of the water 2 00 20 33 Filling Start Pause Temp Spin Option Ok Time manager 1400 60 02 00 20 33 A B Start Pause Temp Spin Option Ok Time manager Delay The selected delay time value up to 20 hours max app...

Page 13: ...ed Finished Temp Spin Option Ok Time manager Start Pause Cannot fill water Please check that the tap is open and then press Temp Spin Option Ok Time manager Start Pause Programme Option buttons Depending on the programme different functions can be combined These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the Start Pause button Select the temperature Press this butt...

Page 14: ...splay the end cycle and the current time appear The buzzer sounds a short jingle the Start Pause light is off and the door is locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out When the programme has finished the display shows the icon of the selected programme below the icon of the selected programme and the message Finished while on the right of the display the end cycle and the current time ...

Page 15: ...machine will perform some additional rinses for cottons and synthetics This function can be used only for cotton and synthetic fabrics If this option is selected for cotton programmes the spin speed automaticaly will reduce to 900 rpm Extra Rinse this option can be selected with all programmes except the wool handwash silk blanket and 14 min programmes The machine performs some additional rinses T...

Page 16: ...ance By pressing Up or Down button you can move through the options menu till you locate End Time Press Ok button to activate this option the visualized time starts to flash By pressing Down button you can decrease the End Time to the current time to cancel completely the previous selected delay Press Ok button to confirm your choice Press Temp or Spin button to return the display to the default s...

Page 17: ... End Time Save Favourite Off On 1 2 Favourite Programme settings that are frequently used can be saved e g cotton 60 C 1200 rpm with Prewash and Extra Rinse There are 2 memory spaces available for this purpose in the last 2 position of the programme selector dial The saved programme can be selected in the same way as any other wash programme by means of the selector dial Saving Favourite programme...

Page 18: ...resentative stains and a Demo Mode ideal for shop floor demonstrations not suitable for the customer Selecting the Wash Guide press the Options buttons to activate the options menu by pressing the Up or Down button you can locate the Wash Guide option press the Ok button to enter into the Wash Guide menu by pressing the Up or Down button you can move through the following list Temperature Guide Sp...

Page 19: ...vailability of these soil level icons change according to the type of fabric as shown in the chart Select the Start Pause To start the selected programme press the Start Pause button the green pilot light stops flashing On the display will appear the icon and alternatively the name and the running phase of the selected programme to indicate that the appliance starts 02 00 20 33 Filling Temp Spin O...

Page 20: ...amme The washing water in the tub will not emptied out Start the new programme by depressing the Start Pause button again Interrupting a programme Depress the Start Pause button to interrupt a programme which is running the corresponding light starts to flash Depress the button again to restart the programme Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to O and then in the new selected programme ...

Page 21: ... door remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door To empty out the water please read the steps on the Night Cycle option paragraph Turn the programme selector dial to O to switch the machine off Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully check that the drum is empty If you do not intend to carry out another wash close the water tap Leave the door open ...

Page 22: ...o 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 and energy For heavily soiled laundry reduce the load size Laundry weights The following weights are indicative Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing Blood ...

Page 23: ...ain 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 delicate balance of nature The choi...

Page 24: ...r hardness is classified in so called degrees of hardness Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company or from your local authority Follow the product manufacturers instructions on quantities to use Use less detergent if you are washing a small load the laundry is lightly soiled large amounts of foam form during washing Degrees of water h...

Page 25: ...40 C Max wash temperature 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 ...

Page 26: ...ics underwear coloured garments non shrink shirts blouses Spin Reduction Time manager Main wash from 60 C to cold 3 rinses Short spin Delicates 40 Delicate fabrics for example curtains Spin Reduction Time manager Main wash from 40 to cold 3 rinses Short spin Cottons Economy 90 40 White and coloured cotton economy lightly normally soiled items shirts blouses underwear Spin Reduction Main wash from ...

Page 27: ...n Drain and long spin Programme Temperature Type of laundry Options Description of programme O For cancelling the wash programme which is running and for switching the machine off Silk 30 Silk items to be gentle washed and spun Spin Reduction Main wash from 30 to cold 2 rinses Short spin 14 min 30 To be used for laundry which is lightly soiled or which needs freshening up Spin Reduction Main wash ...

Page 28: ...he spin speed can be reduced by depressing the corresponding button Drain For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option Turn first the programme selector dial to O then select programme Drain and depress the Start Pause button Spin Separate spin for hand washed garments and after programmes with Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option Before select...

Page 29: ...side 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 biological properties External cleaning Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only and then dry thoroughly Cleaning the dispenser dr...

Page 30: ...ater has cooled down open the pump door levering on the groove with a coin or with the suitable tool that you can find in the bag containing the instruction booklet or fitted on the appropriate recess behind the detergent dispenser drawer depending on the model place a bowl with a small edge close to the pump to collect any spillage 1 2 P1222 P0038 pull out the emergency emptying cap from the filt...

Page 31: ...p 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 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 Cleaning the water inlet filter If your wat...

Page 32: ...again into the filter cover when you intend to start the machine up again make sure that the room temperature is above 0 C P1090 Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged proceed as follows to empty out the machine pull out the plug from the power socket close the water tap if necessary wait until the water has cooled down open the pump door using a screwdriver place a bowl with a smal...

Page 33: ...n eliminated press the Start Pause button to restart the programme If after all checks the problem persists contact your local Service Centre Malfunction Possible cause Solution The washing machine does not start The door has not been closed Please check that the door is closed properly and then press The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket There is no power at the socket The main fu...

Page 34: ...ys 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 pump Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one Check the water inlet hose connection Change it with a new one Put the cap back on the emergency emptying and place the latter back in its seat The machine does ...

Page 35: ...not working electrolux 35 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 Increase the detergent quantity or use another one Use commercial products to treat the stubborn stains Check if you have selected the correct temperature Introduce ...

Page 36: ...ormal spinning can resume If after 10 minutes 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 Redistribute the laundry 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...

Page 37: ...Pa Maximum Cotton Synthetics Delicates Wool Handwash Silk Maximum Load 8 kg 4 kg 4 kg 2 kg 1 kv Maximum Spin Speed 1400 rpm Electrical connection Voltage Overall power Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door technical data electrolux 37 ...

Page 38: ...60 C with a load of 8 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label in compliance with EEC 92 75 standards Consumption values Water consumption in litres Programme Energy consumption in kWh Programme duration in minutes Cottons 90 2 7 72 Synthetics 60 1 05 58 Delicates 40 0 65 69 Wool 40 0 45 60 Handwash 40 0 45 60 For the duration of the programmes please refer to the dis...

Page 39: ... 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 Slide out the relevant plastic spacer HEC0001 HEC0008 4 Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C 5 Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six sm...

Page 40: ...just as they incorporate a self locking nut but the machine MUST be level and stable If necessary check the setting with a spirit level Any necessary adjustment can be made with a spanner HEC0005 HEC0010 Accurate levelling prevents vibration noise and displacement of the machine during operation Never place cardboard wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in t...

Page 41: ...e hose A P0352 P0351 Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plastic hose guide supplied with the machine In this case make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall In a sink drain pipe branch This branch must b...

Page 42: ...other appliances in use Connect the machine to an earthed socket The manufacturer declines any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced this should be carried out by our Service Centre Please ensure that when the appliance is installed the power supply cable is easily accessible 42 ele...

Page 43: ...ent potential 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 env...

Page 44: ...ocument issued by seller of the appliance The appliance guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in your country of residence for this particular model or range of appliances The appliance guarantee is personal to the original purchaser of the appliance and cannot be transferred to another user The appliance is installed and used in accordance with ins...

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