AEG 86740 - Manual

Instructions for use 6 Instructions for use 1 Safety The safety of AEG electrical appliances conforms to the recognised technical regulations and the legislation covering the safety of appli-ances. However, as manufacturers, we still regard it as our responsibility to inform you of the following saf...

Instructions for use 7 Child Safety • Packaging components (e. g. films, polystyrene) can be hazardous to children. Risk of suffocation! Keep packaging away from children. • Children often cannot recognise the hazards associated with handling electrical appliances. Therefore, ensure the necessary su...

Instructions for use 8 • Small animals can chew the power cables and water hoses. Risk of electric shock and danger of water damage! Keep small animals away from the washing machine. 2 Disposal Dispose the packing material! Dispose of your washing machine's packaging correctly. All the packag-ing ma...

Instructions for use 9 Unit Description Front View Drawer for Washing Powder and Care Agent Drawer for washing deter-gent and care agent Filling door Screw feet (height-adjustable);rear left: Automatic adjustment foot Control panel Flap in front of solution pump Rating plate(behind filling door) Pre...

Instructions for use 10 Control Panel Programme knob The programme knob determines the type of the washing cycle (e. g. water level, drum move-ment, number of rinse cycles, spinspeed) depending on the type of washing to be handled, as well as the water temperature. OFF (UIT, ARRET) switches the wash...

Instructions for use 12 FASHION Especially gentle programme at 40 °C for modern textilessuch as Viskose, Modal, Cupro, Lyocell, with more gentle handling than with the DELICATE (FIJNE WAS, LINGE DELICAT) programme and more intensive cleaning effect than with the hand wash programme. REFRESH (OPFRISS...

Instructions for use 13 STAINS (VLEKKEN, TACHES) For handling strongly soiled or stained washing. (Stainssalt or tabs are rinsed in a time optimized manner during the programme cycle). 3 When setting WOOL (WOL, LAINE) / P (handwash programme) the ad- ditional programmes cannot be selected with the b...

Instructions for use 14 Consumption values and time requirements The values for selected programmes in the following table were deter-mined under normal conditions. Besides the selected settings (additional functions), the consumption values also depend on other conditions such as water temperature ...

Instructions for use 15 Wash Time Display 3 The wash times for the wash programmes depend on the usual washing practice and the ambient conditions at the place of in-stallation. The washing type and quantity, the type of washing detergent, the water temperature and the room temperature etc. can infl...

Instructions for use 16 Before the first wash 0 Carry out a wash cycle without washing; Programme COTTON/LINEN (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS) 95, with half the washing pow-der/liquidquantity. In this way, manufacturing remains in the drum and water container will be removed. Preparing a Wash Load...

Instructions for use 17 Types of washing and care symbols The care symbols help in the selection of the correct wash programmes. The washing should be sorted according to type and care symbols. The temperature information on the care symbols are always maximum values. Cottons ç Textiles of Cotton an...

Instructions for use 18 Washing Detergents and Care Agents Which washing detergent and care agent ? Use only washing detergents and care agents which are suitable for use in washing machines. Always follow the manufacturer's instructions. How much washing detergent and care agent ? The amount to be ...

Instructions for use 19 Carrying out a wash cycle Brief instructions A wash cycle is carried out in the following steps: 0 1. Setting the correct wash programme: – Set programme and temperature with the programme knob, – If necessary, select additional programme. 2. PossiblyChange spin speed, select...

Instructions for use 20 Setting the wash programme 3 For suitable programme, correct temperature and possible additionalprograms for the respective type of washing, see „Programme tables“. 0 1. With the programme knob, set the desired wash programme and temperature. In the multi-display the probable...

Instructions for use 21 Change Spin Speed / Select Rinse Hold 0 If necessary, change the spin speed for the final spin / select RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.): Press the button Spin speed /RINSE HOLD (GEEN CENTR., SANS ESSOR.) as often as necessary until the display for the required spin spee...

Instructions for use 22 Setting the delay timer/soaking time Delay timer The DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE, DEPART DIFFERE) button makes it possible to delay the start of a wash programme by 1 to a maximum of 19 hours. 0 1. Select wash programme. 2. Press DELAY TIMER (STARTTIJDKEUZE, DEPART DIFFERE) b...

Instructions for use 23 Opening and Closing the Filling Door 0 Open: Press the button DOOR /LIGHT (DEUR /LICHT, PORTE /ECLAIR.). The filling door springs open. 0 Close: Press the filling door firmly closed. When the unit is switched on, the display DOOR /LIGHT (DEUR /LICHT, PORTE /ECLAIR.) shows whe...

Instructions for use 24 Add Washing Detergent / Care Agent 3 For information on wash and care agent, see chapter „Washing powder and care agent“. 0 1. Open the washing detergent drawer: Reach into the flap at the bottom of the drawer (1), pull drawer out up to the stop (2). 2. Fill with washing dete...

Instructions for use 25 Starting the wash program 0 1. Checking whether the water tap is open. 2. Starting the wash programme: Press the START / PAUSE (START/PAUZE, MARCHE /PAUSE) button.The wash programme is started or starts after end of the set delay time. 3 If the DOOR/LIGHT (DEUR/LICHT, PORTE/E...

Instructions for use 26 Sequence of the programme Programme sequence - display Before the start, the programme steps to be carried out will be displayed by the Programme sequence display. During the washing cycle, the current programme step is displayed. Multi display The expected The remaining wash...

Instructions for use 27 Wash cycle ended / Remove washing After the wash programme has been ended, END (EINDE, FIN) is dis-played on the Programme cycle display. • If programme EASY IRON (STRIJKVRIJ, SANS REPASSAGE) has been selected, then a crease guard programme of ca. 30 minutes is carried out af...

Instructions for use 29 Programme tables Wash In the following, there are shown, not all the possible, but only the commonly used and best settings. Type of washing, Cleaning symbol max. Filling quantity 1) (dryweight) 2) Programme knob temperature [in °C] possible Additional programmes Cotton/linen...

Instructions for use 31 Separate Rinsing/Conditioner / Starching / Impregnation Separate Spinning Type of washing Max. Filling quantity (dry weight) Programme knob Cotton- / Linen 5 kg RINSING (SPOELEN, RINCAGE) Wool/Hand wash programme 2kg RINSE (SPOELEN, RINCAGE) + button TIME SAVE Type of washing...

Instructions for use 32 Cleaning and Care Control Panel Attention! For cleaning panels and control parts, do not use furniture polish or any aggressive cleaning agents. 0 Wipe off control panels with a damp cloth. Use warm water to do this. Washing Detergent Drawer The washing detergent drawer shoul...

Instructions for use 33 7. Use a brush to clean the entire rinsing-in part of the washing ma-chine, especially the nozzles on the top side of the rinsing-in chamber. 8. Insert the washing detergent drawer into the guide rails and push it in. Washing Drum The washing drum is made of high-quality stai...

Instructions for use 34 Cleaning the drain pump Paper clips, nails and so on can sometimes get into the washing ma-chine with the washing and remain in the drain pump casing. Fluff and strands of fabric can gather on these items and block the drain pump.Therefore the drain pump should be cleaned at ...

Instructions for use 35 What to do if ... Remedying Faults In the event of a fault, try to solve the problem yourself with the aid of the information provided here. If you call Customer Service to deal with one of the faults listed here or to remedy an operating fault, the customer service technicia...

Instructions for use 39 If the washing result is not satisfactory If the washing is grey and limescale forms in the drum • Not enough washing detergent added. • The right washing detergent was not used. • Special types of stain were not pretreated. • Program or temperature incorrectly set. • If bina...

Instructions for use 40 Carry Out an Emergency Emptying Operation • When the washing machine no longer pumps off the washing solu-tion, an emergency emptying operation must be carried out. • When the washing machine is in a room where there is a frost risk, an emergency emptying operation must be ca...

Instructions for use 41 When all the washing solution has drained off: 6. Firmly push the plug into the emergency emptying hose and turn it tight clockwise. 7. Put the emergency emptying hose back into the holder. 8. Insert the flap into the base panel and close. Emergency Unlocking of the Filling D...

Instructions for use 42 Additional rinse cycle (RINCAGE+) The washing machine is set to very economical water consumption. However for people who suffer from an allergy, it can be helpfulto rinse with more water. 3 When this function is set, an additional rinse takes place for the pro-grammes COTTON...

Instructions for use 43 Cancel additional rinse cycle 0 1. Turn programme knob to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE DELICAT). 2. Keep button DELICATES (BEHOEDZAAM, SENSITIVE) depressed for at least 5 seconds.Immediately on pressing the button, RINSE+ (SPOELEN+, RINCAGE+) blinks on the programme ...

Instructions for use 44 4. if you want to check whether the water cooling is set: – Turn the programme knob to SHORT SPIN (KORT CENTRIFUG., ESSORAGE DELICAT). – Press the PRE WASH (VOORWAS, PRELAV.) button briefly. If the MAIN WASH (HOOFDWAS, LAVAGE) blinks on the programme cy-cle display, then the ...

Instructions for use 45 Variomatic-loose spinning Adjustable spin integrated into the end spin. The washing adheres less to the drum wall and can be removed easier. Can be selected to COTTON/LINEN, EASY-CARE (WITTE/BONTE WAS, BLANC/COULEURS, KREUKHERSTELLEND, DEFROISSABLE). Set loose spin: 0 1. Turn...

Instructions for use 46 Programme security In order to secure a programme from undesirable changes (e. g. Over-rotating programme knob, additional pressing of buttons, etc.), it is possible to set the programme security. This will prevent damage to your washing. 3 Setting and releasing the Programme...

Instructions for use 47 Child Safety Feature When the child safety feature is used, the filling door can no longer be closed and no more washing programs can be started. Setting the Child Safety Feature: 0 Use a coin to turn the rotary knob (on the inside of the filling door) clockwise as far as it ...

Setting up and connection instructions 49 Setting Up the Unit 3 Washing machines with curved panels are not suitable for substruc- tures . Transporting the Unit • Do not place the washing machine on its front side or on its right side (looking from the front). Otherwise the electrical components can...

Setting up and connection instructions 51 Prepare the Installation Location • The installation surface must be clean, dry and free of floor wax resi-due and other lubricating coatings so that the unit does not slide away. Do not use any lubricants as sliding aids. • It is not recommended to set up t...

Setting up and connection instructions 52 Compensate for Floor Unevenness 3 Automatic Adjustment Foot: Your washing machine's rear left foot is of a spring leg design. This guarantees good stability of the unit, even at high spinning speeds. If the washing machine still does not stand firmly enough ...

Setting up and connection instructions 53 Electrical Connection Refer to the rating plate for details of the mains voltage, current type and the necessary fuses. The rating plate is located at the top behind the filling door. ; This unit conforms to the following EU directives: – the ”Low Voltage Di...

Setting up and connection instructions 54 Water Inflow A pressure hose 1.5 m in length is supplied.If a longer inflow hose is required, only a VDE-approved, complete set of hoses with fitted hose screw connections offered by our Customer Service is permissible. – Sets of hoses in lengths of 2.2 m, 3...

Setting up and connection instructions 55 Water Drainage The drainage hose can either be connected to a siphon or hung in a wash basin or bath tub. Only original hoses may be used for extension purposes (max. 3m on the floor and then up to 80 cm high). The Customer Service stocks hoses in lengths of...

Setting up and connection instructions 56 Delivery Heads over 1 m To pump off the washing / rinsing agent, every washing machine has a pump which transports liquids via the drainage hose up to a height of 1 m, calculated from the machine's floor. For delivery heads over 1 m, consult the Customer Ser...

Guarantee conditions 57 Guarantee conditions Belgium DECLARATION OF GUARANTEE TERMS. Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect may still oc-cur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, either during or after the guarantee period. The service lif...

Customer services 59 Customer services Belgium Tel.: Fax.: Electrolux Home Products Belgium ELECTROLUX SERVICEBergensesteenweg 7191502 Lembeek Consumer services 02/363.04.44 02/363.04.00 02/363.04.60 Province de Liège:S.D.E.Rue Gaucet 264020 Liege 04/343.11.60 04/343.47.68

Index 62 Index A Aborting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Additional programme - buttons . . . . 12 , 29 Aqua Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 , 28 , 36 Automatic adjustment foot . . . . . . . . . . 9 , 52 C Care agent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 , 18 , 24 Chil...

Service 63 Service In the section ”What to do if ...” there is a list of some faults which you can remedy yourself. Look there first if a fault occurs. If you find no in-formation there, please consult your Customer Service Centre. Always prepare in advance for the discussion. By doing so you will s...