User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EW952S

[. . . ] 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 environmentally friendly paper. 2 Contents Warnings Disposal 4-5 5 International wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing only Drying only Automatic washing and drying Washing programmes Drying programmes 14 15-17 15-16 17 17 18-19 20 Tips for environmental protection 5 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 Maintenance Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain filter Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 21 21 21 21 21 22 22 Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 9 9 Something not working? 23-24 Use Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives Drying hints Load Garments not suitable for drying Drying symbols on garment labels Duration of the drying cycle Fibre residue Additional drying 10 10 10 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 3 ENGLISH Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation · All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. · Any electrical work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified electrician. [. . . ] Run it along the floor; only the part near the drainage point must be raised. - Earth - Neutral - Live N L BROWN BLUE P1041 P1041 CORD CLAMP The wire coloured green and yellow must be connected to the terminal marked with the letter «E» or by the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow. The wire coloured blue must be connected to the terminal «N» or coloured black. P0023 The wire coloured brown must be connected to the terminal marked «L» or coloured red. Upon completion there must be no cut, or stray strands of wire present and the cord clamp must be secure over the outer sheath. WARNING: A cut off plug inserted into a 13 amp socket is a serious safety (shock) hazard. Ensure that the cut off plug is disposed of safely. 8 Description of the appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme chart 3 Control panel 4 Drain filter Cottons Synthetics and special 60°- 95° 60°- 95° 40°- 60° G Synthetics H Quick cycle J Short spin K Drying L Wool M Delicates N Rinses P Drain 30°- 60° 30° - 40° - 40° On-Off Quick Half DRYING TEMPERATURE PROGRAMMES 1 3 EW 970 W 5 Adjustable feet A Whites with prewash B Whites B Coloureds C Rinses D Long spin F Drying 2 4 5 Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener, starch C0063 9 ENGLISH Use Control panel DRYING TEMPERATURE PROGRAMMES EW 970 W Cottons A Whites with prewash B Whites B Coloureds C Rinses D Long spin F Drying 60°- 95° 60°- 95° 40°- 60° Synthetics and special G Synthetics H Quick cycle J Short spin K Drying L Wool M Delicates N Rinses P Drain 30°- 60° 30° - 40° - 40° On-Off Quick Half 1 2 3 45 6 7 8 1 Programme guide 2 Drying time selector dial Graduated up to 120 mins for cottons (blue section) and synthetics (green section), this dial allows you to select the desired drying time according to the type and quantity of laundry and the required degree of dryness. Cooling phase To allow the laundry to cool down, a cooling phase starts automatically 10 minutes before the end of drying and this phase must in no circumstances be reduced or interrupted. 5 On/Off button By depressing this button the machine starts operating. When depressed again, the machine stops. 6 Quick Half button Select this button to reduce water consumption on the rinse cycle when washing a smaller load of cottons and linens (max. load size=2. 5 kg). 7 Temperature selector dial Turn this dial clockwise or anti-clockwise to select the required temperature. Position means that the machine will wash with cold water. 3 Drying indicator light This light illuminates when the machine is drying. 8 Programme selector dial Turn the dial clockwise to select the required wash and drying programme. Before setting the dial to any position the machine must be switched off by depressing the ON/OFF button again. 4 Mains-on light This light illuminates when the machine starts working and goes out when the ON/OFF button is released. 10 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer's washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe napkin quilt cover sheet pillow case tablecloth towelling towel tea cloth night dress ladies' briefs man's work shirt man's shirt man's pyjamas blouse men's underpants 1200 g 100 g 700 g 500 g 200 g 250 g 200 g 100 g 200 g 100 g 600 g 200 g 500 g 100 g 100 g Temperatures 95° 60° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e. g. As you become more familiar with the appliance, you will discover the drying times that best suit your needs according to the various type of fabric. It is a good idea to make a note of these times. Garments not suitable for drying · Particularly delicate items such as synthetic curtains, woollen and silk, garments with metal inserts, nylon stockings, bulky garments such as anoraks, bedcovers, quilts, sleeping bags and duvets must not be machine dried. · Garments padded with foam-rubber or materials similar to foam-rubber must not be machine dried; they represent a fire hazard. · Also, fabrics containing residues of setting lotions or hair sprays, nail solvents or similar solutions must not be machine dried in order to avoid the formation of harmful vapours. Fibre residue After drying fluffy fabrics, such as new towels, it is advisable to perform the rinse programme N to be sure that any residue that may remain in the tub is completely removed and does not stick to garments dried afterwards. After each drying cycle the filter should be checked and cleaned. Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set another short drying cycle. To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fabrics, avoid excessive drying. 13 ENGLISH International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash 95 Max. wash temperature 30°C 60 40 40 30 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 high temperature low temperature Drying Flat On the line On clothes hanger Tumble dry Do not tumble dry 14 Operating sequence Washing only Before washing your first load of laundry, we recommend that you 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. 4. Select the temperature Turn the dial to the required setting. 95 1. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Select the required programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the desired position. B P0004 2. [. . . ] To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive compartments can be removed. P0011 P0132 Pull out the filter. Clean the filter under a running tap, then refit it, screwing it fully in. C0066 C0067 Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. 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. Clean the filter with a stiff brush. P0038 Screw the hose back onto the tap. P1090 21 ENGLISH 5. [. . . ]