AEG 16820 - Manual

Disposal Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE< =polyethylene >PS< =polystyrene >PP< =polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly inappropriate collection containers. Machine Use authorised disposal sites f...

Main features of your washer-dryer • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme (Economy) for normally soiled cotton items. • Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 1200, 900 or 700 rpm. • ...

Description of the appliance Front view 10 Detergent drawer Control panel Door Drain pump Adjustable feet 16001200 900700 RINSE EXTRA RINSE SPIN DRYING END DOOR PREWASH WASH OVERDOSE ECONOMY 60 40 - 60 MIX 4030 DRYING 95 COTTONS LINENS 60 50 40 40 EASY CARES EASY IRON DRYING DELICATES 40 30 COLD 40 ...

11 Control panel A = Option buttonsB = START/PAUSE buttonC = Spin speed buttonD = Electronic drying buttonE = Drying time buttonF = Delay start buttonG = DisplayH = Programme progress displayJ = Programme selector dial Programme selector dial The programme selector determines the type of washing cyc...

12 Description of the appliance Position 40°C Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid anycreasing. In this way ironing is easier. Position COLD = cold wash Programme Option buttons Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined.These must be sel...

13 This option is not available with 40-60 MIX, wool and economy pro- gramme and cannot be used with STAIN. START/PAUSE button This button has two functions: a) Start After having selected the required programme, press this button to startthe machine. If you have selected the DELAYED START option, t...

ELECTRONIC DRYING button This button enables you to choose the required degreeof drying for cottons and synthetics: Extra dry (not for easy cares) - Cupboard dry - Iron dry (not for easy cares) The drying time is automatically adjusted by themachine: the laundry will be dried to the selected degree ...

• When the programme has finished, a steadily lit zero is displayed. • Delayed start, (23 hours max.) programmed using the special button. The countdown is updated every hour. • Alarm code indicating a fault in the machine operation (see page 37). Programme progress display By selecting the wash pro...

Opening the door after the programme has started To open the door set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSEbutton. The DOOR light on the control panel beside the START/PAUSE buttonindicates if the door can be opened: • green light: the door can be opened; • red light: the door cannot be o...

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...

Delicates Microfibres, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols require avery gentle treatment.The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are par-ticularly sensitive to m...

21 Detergents and additives Which detergent?.... To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it isimportant to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and onlydetergents recommended for use in automatic machines.To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household text...

And in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also availablein different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional orcompact form is your own personal choice. TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinklepo...

23 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...

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 ...

25 How to wash Max. load - cottons 6 kg - easy cares 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 mainwa...

27 How to wash 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, easy cares, delicat...

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 the programme will startat the end of the countdown.If the DOOR light beside the START/PAUSE button is red and flashing atthe start of the programme it ...

At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. A zero appears on the display. An acoustic signal is clearly audible. The END light comes on in the pro-gramme progress display. If the OVERDOSAGE light comes on it indicates that too much deter-gent has been used. At the next wash careful...

Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme) Warning! For NON-STOP programmes, it is also essential not to exceed the maximum load sizes of 3 kg for cotton and 2 kg for easy cares. Load the laundry.Add detergent and additive. Do not use a dosing device when carrying out automatic washing anddry...

Programme chart Wash programmes In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on theenergy label refer to the “ECONOMY 60°C” wash programme for cotton. * The consumption data shown on this chart is to be used as a guide only, as it may vary depending on the quantity and ty...

32 Programme Descrip- tion Programme phases Additional functions Max. load Rinses This pro-gramme canbe used forrinsing handwashed gar-ments. 3 rinses with liquidadditive.Short spin.(900 rpm max) RINSE HOLD SPIN SPEED 6 kg Softeners Hand washedgarments tobe starchedor softened. 1 rinse with liquidad...

33 Degree of drying Type of fabric Max. load Spin speed Drying time mins Cupboard dry (*)Suitable for items toput away withoutironing Iron drySuitable for ironing Cotton andlinen (towels,T-shirts,bathrobes) 3 kg 1600 75-85 1.5 kg 1600 40-50 Easy cares andmixed fabrics(jumpers,blouses,underwear,house...

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 a guide. 34 Degree of drying Spin speed Max load Water litres Energy kWh Duration minutes CottonExtra dry 1600 3 kg 23 2,40 ...

35 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. Maintenance Wash With t...

To facilitate cleaning, the top part of theadditive compartment can be removed. Detergent can also accumulate inside thedrawer recess: clean it with an old tooth-brush. Refit the drawer after cleaning. Door seal Regularly check to see, if there are depositsor foreign objects in the rubber seal behin...

38 Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could dropbelow 0°C, proceed as follows: • Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. • Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and ...

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 84x60x60 cm Depth with door opened 100.5 cm Height adjustment ± 10 mm approx. Net weight 86 kg approx. Load (depending on programme) 6 kg Use domesticDrum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1600/1200/900/700 rpm Water pressure 50-800 kPa...

Service & Spare Parts If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with yourappliance please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre. In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks inthe “Troubleshooting” section have been made as the engineer willmake a ...

This information can be found on the rating plate, so you have thesenumbers to hand we recommed you write them below. Prod. No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ser.-No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Customer care For general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance, or furt...

47 European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guar-antee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qual-ifications: • The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product. • The guarantee is for the same period and to the same exten...

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 49 90 16001200 900700 RINSE EXTRA RINSE SPIN DRYING END DOOR PREWASH WASH OVERDOSE ECONOMY 60 40 - 60 MIX 4030 DRYING 95 COTTONS LINENS 60 50 40 40 EASY CARES EASY IRON DRYING DELICATES 40 30 COLD 40 30 COLD WOOL SILK OFF DEL. RINSE SOFT...

50 Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Using a spanner,unscrew andremove the 2 rearbottom screws.Slide out the 2plastic pins. Laythe machine onits back, takingcare not tosquash the hoses.This can be avoided by placing one of thecorner pack...

51 Set the machineupright andremove theremaining rearscrew. Slide outthe relevant pin.Plug the openholes with theplugs which you will find in the plastic bag containing the instructionbooklet. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if themachine ever has to be trans...

Water inlet (cold water connection only) Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread.Installation should comply with local water authority and buildingregulations’ requirements.The inlet hose is provided with a waterstop device, which protects against dam-age caused by water leaks in the hosewhich ...

The upright standpipe should have a mini-mum length of 30 cm (12”) from the bottomof the elbow to the top of the pipe (see dia-gram). Make sure that it is designed in such away that the end of the drain hose cannot becovered with water. If you intend the drain hose from the machineto empty into a si...

54 Electrical connections WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measurenot be observed. If the plug that is fitted to your appliance isnot suitable for your socket outlet, it must becut off and the appropriate plug fitted.Remove the fuse ...

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 currentel...