AEG L12820- 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 1000, 900, 700 or 400 rpm. • RINSE...

Description of the appliance Front view 10 FRIO 12820 UPDATE 6 kg Drain pump Door Control panel Detergent drawer Adjustable feet 132993360 gb.qxd 10/25/02 9:26 AM Pagina 10 (Nero/Process Black pellicola)

12 Description of the appliance Position “ E ” corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme at approx. 67°C for normally soiled laundry, extended washing time (cannot becombined with (QUICK). Position at 40°C = Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid anycreasing. ...

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 programme and (PRE- WASH) or (STAIN) options. The soak p...

Warning! The programme selector dial must be turned first to RESET “ O” and then to the DRAIN programme. If the water is not emptied out, the machine automatically emptiesitself after 18 hours. The RINSE HOLD option cannot be selected for the automatic WASHING & DRYING programme. Display The dis...

Cancelling a programme To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selectordial to the RESET O position. Warning! After a programme which ends with water in the drum (RINSE HOLD option ), turn the selector dial first to O and then to the DRAIN programme “C”. Altering a programme which...

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 Max. load - cottons 3 kg - synthetics 2 kg During the drying programm...

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, a S...

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...

If the delay start option has been selected , the machine starts its countdown, in hours, which will appear on the display. During thisperiod it is possible to load other laundry, to modify or cancel thedelay time. • Load other laundry: press the START/PAUSE button. Open the door. Load the laundry. ...

Turn the selector dial to O . Remove the laundry from the drum.Check that the drum is empty so as to avoid any forgotten itemsbeing damaged in a subsequent wash (e.g. shrinking) or their colourrunning into a load of whites.Close the water tap.Leave the door open to prevent the formation of mildew an...

30 Programme chart Wash programmes ( ● ) In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on the energy label refer to the 60°C wash programme for cotton. * The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indica- tive, as it may vary depending on the quant...

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 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 Max. load Spin speed Drying time mins Store dry (*)Suitable for items toput away withoutironing Iron dry...

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 Spin speed Max load Water litres Energy kWh Duration minutes CottonStore dry 1200 3 kg 22 2...

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 85x60x60 cm Depth with door opened 101,5 cm Height adjustment ± 13 mm approx. Load (depending on programme) 6 kg Use domesticDrum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1200/1000/900/700/400 rpm Water pressure 50-800 kPa This appliance compl...

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-bleshooting:...

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 7 12820 UPDATE 6 kg 566 600 1015 25 Cold water 340 170 50 40 45 85 Power cable Drain 132993360 gb.qxd 10/25/02 9:27 AM Pagina 45 (Nero/Process Black pellicola)

46 Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli-ance. Using a spanner,unscrew andremove the 2 rearbottom screws.Slide out the 2plastic pins. Laythe machine onits back, takingcare not to squashthe hoses. This can be avoided by placingone of the corner pa...

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 or similar mate...

The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do notwish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose spe-cially designed for this type of use. Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positioned in three ways: Hooked over the edge of a sink using the plas...

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...