AEG 1271VITE- User Manual

Main features of your washer-dryer • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 900, 700 or 500 rpm. • RINSE HOLD ...

Description of the appliance Front view 10 Detergent drawer Control panel Door Drain filter Adjustable feet 1200 900 700 500 95 E 60 50 40 30 60 50 40 30 40 30 40 30 OG F DCBA + 124972910•LAVAMAT1271Tvi 29-09-1999 10:07 Pagina 10

12 Description of the appliance The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position E corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme at approx. 67°C for normally soiled laundry, extended washing time (cannot becombined with STAIN and QUICK ). ON/OFF button Press this button to sw...

13 During the last hour, the remaining time is displayed every 5 minutes.The delayed start function cannot be used with the SPIN F - G or PUMP OUT D programmes. To alter or cancel the preset delay, press the START/PAUSE button, thenpress the DELAY START button until the required time is displayed or...

PREWASH The machine performs a prewash cycle at 40°C max. The prewash cycleends with a short spin in programmes for Cotton and Synthetics, andwith emptying of the water only for Delicates.This option is not available with the wool programme. For use when washing heavily soiled laundry. Important : t...

Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash detergent and stain remover. The prewashdetergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme, the stainremover during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash at the optimaltime. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash.It i...

Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundry • Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see “Types of fabric and care labels”). • Empty pockets. • Remove any metal parts (safety pins, clips, etc.). • To prevent the laundry from getting damaged and forming ...

Weight of laundry Types of fabric and care labels The labels on garments help you to select the most suitable wash pro-gramme. The laundry should be sorted out according to the type of fab-ric and the instructions indicated on care labels.Temperatures indicated on labels are always maximum temperatu...

21 Detergents and additives Which detergent and additive? Use only detergents and additives for washing machines. Follow themanufacturer’s instructions. How much detergent? The quantity depends on: • the load: if the manufacturer does not provide any indications on the amount ofdetergent for small l...

Preparing the drying cycle As a dryer, the machine works on the condensation principle.Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose must drain water into a sink or into the drain pipe, even during the dry-ing cycle . Load Warning: Loads of washed laundry exceeding these values must be di...

Drying symbols on garment labels Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can bemachine dried. The following symbols refer to drying: Machine drying is usually possible Normal drying (normal temperature) Gentle drying (reduced temperature) Do not machine dryGarments marked with the...

Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, setanother short drying cycle. Warning! To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fab-rics, avoid excessive drying. Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme) The NON-STOP programme can be used with •...

25 How to wash Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry asevenly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additive Pull the drawerout till it stops. Pour the mainwash detergentinto compart-ment . If you wish toperform a pre-wash, or ...

26 How to wash Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dialto the desired position: the lightscorresponding to the differentphases making up the selectedprogramme light on. Selection of the spin speed To select the desired spin speed, pressthe SPIN SPEED button: the corre...

Selection of the DELAY START option To delay starting of a programme, press theDELAY START button before starting the machine . The figures corresponding to the selected delay will be displayed for about 2seconds, after which the duration of theselected programme will appear on the display.When the ...

At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically and three flashing zeros are displayed.The END and spin speed pilot lights, as well as the pilot light(s) cor- responding to the selected option(s), stay on.If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the corresponding pilot light on the pr...

How to dry Drying only Warning! Do not exceed the maximum laundry loads: - 2.25 kg for linen and cottons - 1.5 0 kg for synthetics. The water tap must be open and the drain hose must be positioned inthe sink or connected to the drain pipe. Depress the ON/OFF button to switch the machine on. Select t...

30 Programme chart Wash programmes ECONOMY Select the economy programme “E” instead of the 95°C programme when wash-ing normally soiled whites; the wash is carried out at about 67°C, with conse-quent energy saving. The washing phase will be slightly longer.In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the ...

31 Programme chart Special programmes * The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry,on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature. Programme Soak A Type of laundry Heavily soiledfabrics,e...

Programme chart Drying (*) The STORE DRY drying programme for cotton is the reference programmefor the Energy Label data, in compliance with standard EEC 92/75. 32 Degree of drying Extra dryIdeal for towellingmaterials Type of fabric Cotton andlinen(bathrobes,bath towels,etc.) Max. load 2.25 kg Spin...

Consumption data for drying The values shown in the chart have been obtained in laboratory tests.They may vary when the appliance is used at home, but they can beused as indicative values. 33 Degree of drying CottonExtra dry Spin speed 1200 Max load 2.25 kg Water litres 29 Energy kWh 1.9 Duration mi...

34 Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a lit-tle to let it dry. Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate. If the machine is not used for a prolonged period: Close the water tap and unplug the appliance. Periodical cleaning Ext...

37 Something not working? If during the spin cycle the machine makes an unusualwhistling noise, different from the noise made by tradi-tional washing machines, this is due to a new type ofmotor. If water is not visible in the drum, this is due tothe modern technology of new washingmachines that use ...

Unsatisfactory washing results If the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used. • An unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • The programme/temperature has not been correctly selected. If grey s...

Technical data Height x Width x Depth 82x60x54.5 cm Depth with door opened 91 cm Height adjustment ± 13 mm approx. Net weight 76 kg approx. Load (depending on programme) 4.5 kg max. Use domesticDrum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1200/900/700/500 rpm Water pressure 1 - 1...

Service In the section “Something not working?” some problems that can besolved by yourself are listed. Read this section in the event of problems.If you are not able to find a solution, contact the Service centre.(Addresses and telephone numbers are given on the enclosed leaflet).In all cases, expl...

Instructions for installation and electrical connection Safety instructions for the installer • This appliance is heavy, care should be taken when moving it. • When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the retailer. • All internal packing must...

Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view Rear view 45 1200 900 700 500 95 E 60 50 40 30 60 50 40 30 40 30 40 30 OG FDCBA + 810 160 10 600 540 90 525 910 Cold water 340 170 25 15 45 85 Power cable Drain 124972910•LAVAMAT1271Tvi 29-09-1999 10:08 Pagina 45

Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli-ance. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove therear right-hand bolt and lay the machine onits back, taking care not to squash the hoses.This can be avoided by placing one of thecorner packing pieces between the...

Set the machineupright andremove the tworemaining boltsfrom the back.Pull out the threeplastic spacersfrom the holesinto which the bolts were fitted.Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find on the back of theappliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be ref...

Water inlet Connect thewater inlet hoseto a separate tapwith a 3/4"thread after hav-ing inserted thesmall filter “A”supplied with themachine.The other end ofthe inlet hose which connects to the machine can be turned in anydirection. Simply loosen the fitting, rotate the hose and retighten thefit...

49 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 maximumload required (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances inuse. Connect the machine to an earthed socket. The manu...

Building-in This appliance has been designed tobe built into the kitchen furniture.The recess should have the dimen-sions shown in picture A. Preparation and assembly of the door The machine is originally pre-arranged for the assembly of adoor opening from right to left.In this case it is sufficient...

c) Mounting the door Fix the hinges (1) to the machine by means of the M5x8 screws (3-Fig. B).The hinges can be adjusted to compensate for possible uneven thick-ness of the door.To align the door perfectly it is necessary to loosen the screw (3-Fig. B),adjust the door and tighten the screw again. d)...