User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX LAV W1010-W

[. . . ] LAVAMAT W 1010 Washing machine Operating instructions Dear customer, Please read these operating instructions through carefully. Please make sure you read the safety instructions on the first pages of these operating instructions!Pass them on to any future owners. 1 With the warning triangle and/or by means of key words (Danger!, Caution!, Attention!), information is emphasized which is important for your safety or the correct functioning of the appliance. 0 This symbol guides you step by step when operating the appliance. 3 2 Next to this symbol you receive additional information and practical tips on using the appliance. [. . . ] B Fabrics such as wool, wool mixtures or silk with this care symbol react very sensitively to mechanical stress. Woollens with 9 (wool mark) may only be washed in the washing machine if they bear the addition "does not felt" or "suitable for machine washing". Fabrics with the care symbol 8 (Hand washing) or @ (Do not wash!) may not be washed in the washing machine!Please follow care instructions "wash separately" and "wash separately several times"! 16 Preparing the washing cycle Washing powders and conditioners Which washing powder and conditioner? Only use washing powders and fabric softeners suitable for washing machine use. As a general rule follow the instructions of the producers. How much washing powder and fabric softener? The amount to be used depends on · the load: If the washing powder producer does not make any specifications for small loads, use a third less for half loads, and for very small loads only use half of the amount of washing powder recommended for a full load. · the degree of soiling of the washing: For only slightly soiled washing use less washing powder. · on the degree of hardness of the tap water: The harder the water, the higher the dosage!You will find the quantities to use according to water hardness on the washing powder packaging. Liquid detergent Add liquid detergent using the measuring cup provided by the detergent industry. Please follow the instructions on the package. Using a water softener For a medium to high degree of water hardness (from water hardness area II) water softener should be used. You can find information about the local degree of water hardness from your water utility. Specifications of water hardness Water hardness I ­ soft II ­ medium hard III ­ hard IV ­ very hard Water hardness in °dH (degrees of German hardness) 0-7 7 - 14 14 - 21 above 21 Water hardness in mmol/l (Millimol per litre) up to 1, 3 1, 3 - 2, 5 2, 5 - 3, 8 above 3, 8 17 Run wash cycle Brief instructions 0 0 0 0 A washing cycle proceeds in the following steps: Open the door, put in the washing. You can alter this setting and the temperature during the entire washing cycle. After the washing program has been completed: The door remains locked for safety reasons for 1-2 minutes after the end of program. If the washing cycle ended with Rinse Hold, before opening the door, carry out a PUMP OUT, SPIN or SHORT SPIN. This switches the washing machine off. 0 0 0 3 Loading the washing 0 Sort the washing according to the type. For information on correct preparation of the washing see "Types of washing and care symbols". 0 Load the washing. 3 3 See the "Program tables" for the maximum load. 0 Firmly shut the door. 18 Run wash cycle Add detergent/conditioner 0 Pull out the compartment as far as it will go. 0 Fill in detergent/conditioner. 3 For information about washing powder and fabric softeners see section "Washing powders and conditioners". k Compartment for prewash agent or stain remover. They are added right at the beginning of the washing program for PRE WASH or added during the main wash at the optimal time for STAINS. l Compartment for main washing detergent and if required water softening agent. They are added at the beginning of the main wash cycle. w Liquid conditioners (fabric softener, starch). Important: Do not fill above the MAX mark. When using thick concentrated fabric conditioners and starches we recommend you dilute the concentrate with water to ensure trouble-free dispensing. [. . . ] 0 Place the container under the hose. 0 Undo and remove the emergency drain hose end plug by turning it in an anticlockwise direction. Depending on the amount of water it may be necessary to empty the container several times. When the water is completely drained: 0 Press the end stop firmly back into the emergency drain hose. 0 Push the emergency drain hose back in a little and allow it to snap into the mounting. [. . . ]