AEG 54840 - Manuals

6 Instruction booklet Safety information Prior to using for the first time • The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However,as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.Yo...

7 Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag orpillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub andthe inner drum. Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, materialwithout hems or torn material. Always unplug the appli...

Use This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposesother than those for which it was designed. Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow theinstructions on each garment label. Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user ma...

9 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment oflaundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption.The ECO valve system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy. Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prew...

10 Control panel Control panel First Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installationinstructions. Remove the polystyrene block and any material from the drum. Pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO ...

11 Use Daily Use Load the laundry 1. Open the door by carefully pulling the doorhandle outwards. Place the laundry in thedrum, one item at a time, shaking them out asmuch as possible. 2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a clickduring closing. Attention! Do not embed the laundry between the door ...

12 Use Select the required programme You can choose the right programme for any type of laundry following thedescriptions on the washing programme tables (see Washing Programmes). Turn the programme selector dial to the required programme. The programmeselector determines the type of washing cycle (...

Select the Extra Quick option By pressing «SUPERSNEL RAPIDE» (Extra quick) button, the washing duration willbe reduced by few minutes. The corresponding pilot light illuminate s. This option is suitable for items that have been usedor worn for a short time.With this option selected, the max recommen...

Changing a running programme is possible only by resetting it . Turn the programme selector dial to « O » and then to the new programme position. Start the new programme by pressing the Start/Pause button again. The washing water in the tub will not emptied out. Interrupting a programme Press the St...

** Stain option can be selected only at the temperature of 40°C or higher. 17 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Temperature Type of laundry Options Description of programme Cottons KATOEN BLANCCOULEURS 95° White cotton: e.g. sheets, tablecloths,household linen. Spin reduction/ Rinse H...

18 Washing programmes Washing programmes Programme Type of laundry Options Description of programme Rinses SPOELENRINCAGES Separate rinse cycle forhand washed cottonitems. Spin reduction/ Rinse Hold Extra rinse 3 rinses Long spin (max speed) Drain POMPENVIDANGE For emptying out the lastrinse water i...

19 Programme informations Refresh OPFRISSEN RAFRAICHIR This programme can be selected with the followingoptions: Spin Speed Reduction and Delay Start.This programme must be used for half load of slightly ornormally soiled cotton items.Max. load: 3 kgWashing temperature: 30°CProgramme duration: about...

Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’swashing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics,delicates, woollens. Temperatures Before loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds toge...

21 Preparing the wash cycle Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. Forheavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. Laundry weights The followi...

Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks with bleach. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten th...

23 Preparing the wash cycle Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size,degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use. Use less detergent if: • you are washing...

24 International wash code symbols International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 95°C Max. wash temperature 60°C Max. wash temperature 40°C Max. wash temperatur...

Care and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you cancarry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use awater softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laun...

4. Place a container close to the pump tocollect any spillage. 5. Release the emergency emptying hose,place it in the container and remove itscap. 6. When no more water comes out,unscrew the pump and remove it.Always keep a rag nearby to dry upspillage of water when removing thepump. 7. Remove any o...

28 Care and cleaning Water inlet filter If you notice that the machine is taking longer tofill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose isnot blocked. 1. Turn off the water tap. 2. Unscrew the hose from the tap. 3. Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff brush. 4. Screw the hose back onto th...

Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below0°C, proceed as follows: 1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. 2. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in abowl placed on the floor and le...

30 Something not working Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which canbe solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your localService Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.During machine operation it is possible...

32 Something not working Problem Possible cause/Solution The door will not open: The programme is still running.• Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released.• Wait some minutes. There is water in the drum.• Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water. The machine vi...

34 Technical data Techinical Data Dimensions WidthHeightDepth(door included) 60 cm85 cm63 cm Electrical connection Voltage -Overall power - Fuse Information on the electrical connection is given on the ratingplate on the inner edge of the appliance door Water supply pressure MinimumMaximum 0,05 MPa0...

35 Consumption value The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, asit may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet watertemperature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest temperaturefor each wash programme. (*) Cottons «EC...

Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removedbefore using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so thatthey can be refitted if the machine ever has to betransported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully laymachine on it’s back to remove the...

5. Open the porthole and remove the polystyrene blockfitted on the door seal. 6. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones withthe corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bagcontaining the instruction booklet. Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make ...

Water inlet This appliance must be connected to a cold water supply. 1. TConnect the water inlet hose supplied with themachine to a tap with a 3/4" thread. Always usethe hose supplied with the appliance. 2. The other end of the inlet hose which connects to the machine can be turnedas showed in t...

i.e. the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger than the outside diameterof the drain hose.The drain hose must not be kinked. Important! The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drainhose and joining piece is available from your local Service Centre. Electrica...

Enviroment concerns Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene>PP<=polypropyleneThis means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly inappropriate collection containers. Old machine Use authorised dispos...

41 Guarantee Belgium DECLARATION OF GUARANTEE TERMS Our appliances are produced with the greatest of care. However, a defect maystilloccur. Our consumer services department will repair this upon request, eitherduring or after the guarantee period. The service life of the appliance will not,however, ...

42 9. Defects that result from repairs or measures carried out by people who are not qualified or expert or defects that result from the addition of non-original accessories or spare parts are not covered by the guarantee. 10. Appliances that are easy to transport may be delivered or sent to the con...

43 Guarantee Téléphone 02/363.04.44Téléfax 02/363.04.00 ou 02/363.04.60E-mail: [email protected] Luxembourg Grand-Duché de LuxembourgELECTROLUXHOME PRODUCTS Consumer servicesRue de Bitbourg, 7L-1273 Luxembourg -HammTéléphone 00 352 42 431 -1 Téléfax 00 352 42 431-360E-mail: consumer-se...