[. . . ] user manual Washing Machine EWF 12270W 2 electrolux Electrolux. Thinking of you. Share more of our thinking at www. electrolux. com Contents Safety information Product description Control panel First use Daily use Helpful hints and tips Washing programmes 2 4 5 7 7 10 12 Care and cleaning What to do if. . . Technical data Consumption values Installation Electrical connection Environment concerns 14 17 19 20 20 23 24 Subject to change without notice Safety information Important!· The safety of Your appliance complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. [. . . ] Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone1), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste. 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 choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc. ), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling. All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance: · powder detergents for all types of fabric · 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 liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. Your appliance incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer . Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. 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 hardness Water 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. If the water hardness degree is medium or high we suggest you to add a water softener following always the manufacturer's instructions. When the degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent. 1) do not use acetone on artificial silk 12 electrolux Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry COTTON 95°-30° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. COTTON ECONOMY 60° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton items. COTTON ECONOMY 40° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. COTTON WITH PREWASH + 95° Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm Max. [. . . ] If it is too short and you do not wish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose specially designed for this type of use. Connect the water inlet hose supplied with the machine to a tap with a 3/4" thread. Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes. Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways. Important! [. . . ]