User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX LAV40800

[. . . ] - Never pull the plug out by pulling on the cord, but rather on the plug itself. 36 - Do not switch the machine on if the electrical cord is damaged, or if the machine shows signs of damage to the control panel, the work surface or the base - Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Please only contact our factory customer service or a repair workshop approved by us. - Do not allow children to play with the machine, and keep domestic animals away from it. - When disposing of the machine in a proper manner, destroy the door locks and cut off the power supply cord. [. . . ] Opening the washing machine To open the drum, press the button on the drum lid, press the drum lid down and open slowly. Caution: before closing the appliance lid check that the drum lid is properly closed. This improves washing efficiency and makes for more efficient distribution of the wash during spin drying. Do not load folded washing. Loading 46 Detergent You may use all modern detergents suited to domestic washing machines. The use of the detergent depends on the type of wash and the degree of soiling. The different types of washing products are : Washing powders containing bleach Liquid detergents, not containing bleach Colour and delicate detergents, not containing bleach, often also not containing optical brighteners, gentle on fabrics Wool detergents, free of bleach and enzymes, particularly gentle on wool fibres Curtain detergents with light proof optical brighteners to avoid yellowing through the effect of sun light. "Kit" detergents These allow separate dosing of basic detergent, water softener and bleach and stain removers. Water softeners for softening of the mains water Bleach or stain removers, for localised use on stained articles or as an additive when using bleachfree detergents. = washing powder for the main wash ; for programmes with pre-wash, also the softener. = Bleach = Liquid additives (fabric softener and conditioner, starch) Compartment 2 Compartment 3 Compartment 4 Adding powders Adding liquid detergent Adding liquid additives 50 Please note the following : For programmes with pre-wash and addition of detergent and softener in the same compartment, first add the detergent, then the softener. If you prefer liquid detergent, please use the measuring beakers supplied by detergent manufacturers. Add the detergent in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. When using liquid softener, follow the manufacturer's instructions. Fill the additive compartment only up to the "MAXI" level, otherwise the additive will spill over prematurely and without any effect into the machine. When using thick softener concentrate and starch, it is recommended to top up the compartment to the "MAXI" level with water. If you wish to use starch in powder form, dissolve it according to the maker's recommendations and pour the solution into the compartment. Choose the "fabric softener" programme. Choosing the wash programme The wash programme is chosen with the programme selector, the temperature adjustment knob and the buttons. For dirty articles choose a programme with pre-wash or use the "intensive" button (refer to the button description). For protein based stains (blood, cocoa), we recommend a programme with pre-wash. For heavily stained articles (fruit, vegetables, tea) press the INTENSIVE button. The programme selector contains settings for main and additional programmes (refer to the list of programmes). Programme selector To switch on: press the ON/OFF button To switch off: press the ON/OFF button again Switching on and off The temperatureselector can be infinitely varied to all necessary temperatures. Temperature selector 51 The programme indicator During the programme, the dial of the programme selector rotates in steps and indicates which part of the programme is running. Push Buttons By combining main and additional programmes with the buttons, a programme for all needs can be obtained. 52 This feature provides a quick wash cycle for lightly soiled articles. SHORT PROGRAMME You may reduce spin dry speed with this button. [. . . ] Has the maximum height of the discharge hose of 1m been exceeded? 62 Customer Service Should you find no solution to a problem in the instructions for use, contact the customer service. Should you contact the customer service for one of the detailed solutions or as a result of incorrect operation, the visit of the customer service cannot be made free of charge, even during the guarantee period. No. ) which you will find on the plate on the inside of the lint filter trap door. Mentioning these numbers enables the customer service to select a choice of spare parts so that the machine may be repaired on the first visit of the technician, which will avoid you having to pay for a number of trips for the technician. [. . . ]