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Summary of Contents for F855

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Page 2: ... the Service Centre The symbols you will see on some paragraphs of this booklet have the following meaning The warning triangle and or the key words Warning Caution emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance Tips a...

Page 3: ...tion 7 Unpacking 7 Positioning and levelling 7 Water inlet 7 Water drainage 8 Electrical connection 8 Your new washing machine 9 Description of the appliance 9 Detergent dispenser drawer 9 Use 10 Control panel 10 Controls 10 Washing hints 11 Sorting the laundry 11 Temperatures 11 Before loading the laundry 11 Maximum loads 11 Laundry weights 11 Removing stains 11 Detergents and additives 12 Intern...

Page 4: ...nts saturated with petroleum methylated spirits trichlorethylene etc If such fluids have been used to remove stains prior to washing wait until they have completely evaporated from the fabric before placing garments in the appliance Place small items such as socks belts etc in a cloth bag or pillowcase to prevent them getting trapped between the drum and the tub Use only the recommended quantities...

Page 5: ...tergent water and time the environment is protected too The machine 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 Child safety Children are oft...

Page 6: ...POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE FREQUENCY 220 230 V 50 Hz TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2200 W MINIMUM FUSE PROTECTION 10 A WATER PRESSURE Minimum 0 05 MPa Maximum 0 8 MPa This appliance complies with the following EEC Directives 73 23 EEC of 19 02 73 relating to low voltage 89 336 EEC of 03 05 89 relating to electromagnetic compatibility Technical specifications ...

Page 7: ...wards the left and then upwards P1127 P1126 P1123 2 3 1 P0001 P1129 6 Set the machine upright and remove the remaining rear screw Slide out the relevant pin 7 Plug all the holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope containing the instruction booklet Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by c...

Page 8: ...ated on the top part of the back side of the appliance P1118 P0022 Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220 230 V single phase 50 Hz supply Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required 2 2 kW also taking into account any other appliances in use WARNING THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED The manufacturer declines any liability should this...

Page 9: ...revent old drain pipes from being deformed The unbalance detection 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 Programme chart 3 Control panel 4 Door handle 5 Drain pump 6 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener starch Your new washing machine...

Page 10: ...e will perform the rinses with more water This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents and in areas where the water is very soft 7 TEMPERATURE selector dial Turn this dial to select the washing temperature Position cold wash 8 PROGRAMME selector dial To select the required programme turn this dial clockwise until the programme letter is exactly opposite the pointer Before s...

Page 11: ...s 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 bathrobe 1200 g napkin 100 g quilt cover 700 g sheet 500 g pillow case 200 g tablecloth 250 g towelling towel 200 g tea cloth 100 g night dress 200 g ladies briefs 100 g man s wor...

Page 12: ...s 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 prewash must be selected The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated...

Page 13: ...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 14: ...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 d...

Page 15: ...e opening the door selecting programme R drain only Select programme Q short spin and the machine will drain and spin Wait one or two minutes before opening the door to give the electric locking mechanism time to release it Depress the ON OFF button again to switch the machine off Remove the laundry Turn the drum by hand to make sure it is completely empty so as to avoid any forgotten items being ...

Page 16: ...h Wash at 60 90 C 3 rinses Long spin HALF LOAD SPIN REDUCTION SUPER RINSE HALF LOAD SPIN REDUCTION SUPER RINSE HALF LOAD SPIN REDUCTION SUPER RINSE 5 kg 5 kg 5 kg SOFTENERS Hand washed items to be softened G 1 rinse with fabric softener if required Long spin SPIN REDUCTION 5 kg COLOURED COTTONS Coloured cotton or linen fabrics shirts underwear towels blouses B 30 60 Wash at 30 60 C 3 rinses Long s...

Page 17: ...3 rinses Water left in the tub Prewash Wash at 30 60 C 3 rinses Water left in the tub DRAIN DELICATE RINSE SYNTHETICS without prewash Slightly soiled synthetic or mixed fabrics shirts blouses underwear This programme can be used for rinsing hand washed garments Delicate fabrics for example curtains and silk For emptying out the last rinse water of these programmes R M 30 40 P Wash at 30 40 C 3 rin...

Page 18: ... drawer after cleaning 3 Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if the machine does not empty and or spin the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins coins etc blocking the pump Proceed as follows Disconnect the appliance If necessary wait until the water has cooled down Open the pump door P0038 C0073 C0072 Place a container clo...

Page 19: ...n its seat after having plugged it screw the pump again and close the door P1090 6 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 emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floo...

Page 20: ...rain filter 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 drain pump has not been properly screwed on after cleaning The cap on the eme...

Page 21: ...in a very economical way with low water consumption Performance is nevertheless excellent The machine makes an unusual noise The machine is fitted with a commutator motor which improves machine performance P1034UK Spinning starts late or the laundry is not spun enough The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum The laundry is redis...

Page 22: ...st producer 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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