AEG 16810- 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 1200, 900, 700 or 400 rpm. • RINSE...

Description of the appliance Front view 10 Detergent drawer Control panel Door Drain filter Adjustable feet 132994940.qxd 9/11/02 3:27 PM Pagina 10 (Nero/Process Black pellicola)

12 Description of the appliance Position corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme at approx. 67°C for normally soiled laundry, extended washing time (can-not be combined with QUICK ). Position at 40°C = Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid anycreasing. In t...

13 Description of the appliance When the delay is cancelled, the display shows the duration of the washprogramme previously selected. ELECTRONIC DRYING button By means of this button you can choose the required degree of dryingfor cottons and synthetics:- Store dry - Iron dry (not for synthetics) Th...

SOAK The machine performs a soak of about 30 minutes at 30°C. By pressingthe DELAY START button the soak time can be prolonged up to 10 hours max. After this time the wash cycle will automatically start.This function cannot be used with WOOL , PREWASH or STAIN programme.The soak programme ends with ...

To empty out water: • press the START/PAUSE button: after emptying, the machine performs the spin cycle required for the type of wash selected; • select the spin speed and then press START/PAUSE; • select the DRAIN programme to empty out the water without spinning. Warning! The programme selector di...

When the programme has finished, if the OVERDOSAGE light comes on, it indicates that too much detergent has been used orthat the drain filter is blocked. Cancelling a programme To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selectordial to the OFF position. Warning! After a programme whi...

Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewashor soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. Thestain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main was...

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 dry Duration of the drying ...

Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, setanother short drying time. Warning! To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fab-rics, avoid excessive drying. How to dry Drying only Rated load - cottons 3 kg - synthetics 2 kg During the drying program...

25 How to wash Rated load - cottons 6 kg - synthetics and delicates 3 kg - wool 2 kg 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 mainw...

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.The display shows the duration ofthe programme. Selection of the desired options depending on the de...

EXTRA RINSE This appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people witha very delicate skin (allergic to detergents) it may be necessary torinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water (extra rinse). The extra rinse is available only with the cotton, synthetics or delicateprogramme. S...

Starting the programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Press START/PAUSE to start the programme.If the Delay Start option has been selected theprogramme will start at the end of the count-down.If the door light is red and flashing at the start of the pro- gramme it indicates that the door is...

ing to amount, type, degree of soil of fabrics and water hardness. This light could come on also when the drain filter is blocked. If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the water must be emptied out before opening the door either- by pressing the START/PAUSE button (the laundry will be spun at...

30 Programme chart Wash programmes * The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indica- tive, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inletwater temperature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest tem-perature for each wash progr...

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. 31 Programme Descrip- tion Programme phases Additional func...

Programme chart Timed 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 Type of fabric Rated load Spin speed Drying time mins Store dry (*)Suitable for items toput away withoutironing I...

Consumption data for timed 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 Spin speed Rated load Water litres Energy kWh Duration minutes CottonStore dry 1600 3...

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 ...

41 Something not working? 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 cor...

42 Technical data Height x Width x Depth 84x60x60 cm Depth with door opened 101.5 cm Height adjustment ± 13 mm approx. Net weight 84.5 kg approx. Rated load (depending on programme) 6 kg Use domesticDrum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1600/1200/900/700/400 rpm Water pres...

43 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.In all cases, explain your problem carefully, in order to facilitate trou-bleshooti...

44 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 m...

45 Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view Rear view 10 00 595 835 10 Cold water 335 165 50 40 45 85 Power cable Drain 566 600 1015 25 132994940.qxd 9/11/02 3:28 PM Pagina 45 (Nero/Process Black pellicola)

46 Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removedbefore using the appliance. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the rearright-hand bolt and lay the machine on itsback, taking care not to squash the hoses. Thiscan be avoided by placing one of the cornerpacking pieces between th...

47 Installation Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor.Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded bycarpets, rugs etc.• Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubber coating.• Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor by putting pieces of wood, cardboard...

48 Installation The inlet hose is provided with a water stop device , which protects against damage caused by water leaks in the hose which could developdue to natural ageing of the hose. This fault is shown by a red sector inthe window “A”. Should this occur, turn the water tap off and refer toyour...

49 Permanent connection In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install adouble pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply(mains), with a minimum gap of 3 mm between the switch contacts andof a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the curren...