AEG 62840 - Manuals

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...

● Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips arefastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint,ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machinewashed. ● Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum pro...

9 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment oflaundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for prewash phase used for prewash . Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash . Compa...

10 Control panel Control panel Henceforth the programme selector dial, the buttons and the display will beindicated with the numbers given in this table. Programme selector dial SPIN buttonPREWASH buttonSTAIN buttonSENSITIVE buttonTIME buttonDisplaySTART/PAUSE buttonDELAY START buttonProgramme progr...

11 Use 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 valve. Then run a cotton...

12 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 ...

● reduce the spin speed if needed, by means of the relevant button ● depress button 8 ● when the programme has finished the display shows a 0 flashing. The pilot lights DOOR goes off and the door can be opened. Programme option button Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. ...

Select the TIME option (Button 6) This option allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed bythe washing machine.By pressing this button, the relative pilot light comes on and the washingduration will be reduced to wash daily soiled laundry.On the display will be visualized the decr...

displayed for about 2 seconds and the yellowpilot light of button 8 light starts blinking. Alarm codes In the event of operating problems, some alarmcodes can be displayed, for example E20 (see paragraph «Something not working»). End of programme When the programme has finished a blinkingzero is dis...

Press simultaneously the buttons 2 and 3 for some seconds: the EXTRA RINSE pilot light comes on in the programme progress display. This function stays per-manently on. To remove it press the same buttons again until the EXTRA RINSElight goes off. Altering an option or a running programme It is possi...

At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically, the pilot light of button 8 goes off, the DOOR and WASHING lights go off and a flashing 0 will appear on the display. If the RINSE HOLD option have been selected, the DOOR pilot light illuminates, aflashing 0 will appear on the display, th...

* STAIN option can be selected only at the temperature of 40°C or higher. 20 Washing programmes Washing programmes P Prro og grraam mm mee// TTeem mp peerraattu urree TTyyp pee o off llaau un nd drryy O Op pttiio on nss D Deessccrriip pttiio on n o off p prro og grraam mm mee COTTONS/LINENS 95° - 60...

21 Washing programmes Washing programmes P Prro og grraam mm mee// TTeem mp peerraattu urree TTyyp pee o off llaau un nd drryy O Op pttiio on nss D Deessccrriip pttiio on n o off p prro og grraam mm mee RINSES Separate rinse cycle forhand washed items. SPIN, RINSE HOLD, EXTRA RINSE Rinses Long spin ...

22 Programme information REFRESH This programme can be selected with the followingoptions: Spin Speed Reduction and DELAY START.This programme must be used for slightly soiled cottonitems.Programme duration: 30 minutes ECONOMY This programme can be selected for slightly or normallysoiled cotton item...

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...

24 Preparing the wash cycle Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full ; Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum ...

Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is thereforeadvisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint :: mo...

26 Preparing the wash cycle Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of thecorrect quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in largequantities, can upset the delicate balanc...

Degrees of water hardness Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness. Information onhardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant watersupply company, or from your local authority. Note: A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of...

28 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...

32 Care and cleaning Warning! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected therecan be hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover during a washcycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. Whenreplacing the cover, ensure it is securely r...

7. replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; 8. screw the pump again and close the door. 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...

34 Something not working Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can besolved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre,please carry out the checks listed below. During machine operation it is possibl...

36 Something not working No water is visible in the drum: Machines based on modern technology operate veryeconomically using very little water without affectingperformance. Problem Cause possible/Solution The door will not open: The programme is still running.• Wait the end of washing cycle. The doo...

38 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...

39 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 removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if themachine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefullylay machine on it’s back to remove t...

Positioning and levelling Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets,rugs etc. Before placing it on small tiles, apply a rubbercoating. Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor byputting pieces of wood, cardboard or s...

3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlethose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose suppliedwith the appliance. Installation should comply with local water authority and bui...

In the interest of the environment Washing machines and dishwashersshould be connected to the FOULdrainage system, the water will thenbe taken to a sewage works fortreatment before being dischargedsafely into a river.It is essential that these appliancesare not connected to the surfacewater drainage...

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...

Standard guarantee conditions We, AEG-Electrolux , undertake that if within 12 months of the date of the pur-chase this AEG-Electrolux appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defectiveby reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair orreplace the same FREE OF CH...

For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information aboutService Force, please visit the website at: www.serviceforce.co.uk Before calling out an engineer, please ensure you have read the details under theheading "Something not working" When you contact the Service For...

European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at theback of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guaranteeorotherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another of thecountries listed, the appliance guarantee will...

51 Customer service centres www.electrolux.com à Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr. Pjeter Bogdani Nr. 7 Tirane Belgique/België/Belgien +32 2 363 04 44 Bergensesteenweg 719, 1502 Lembeek Č eská republika +420 2 61 12 61 12 Bud ě jovická 3, Praha 4, 140 21 Danmark +45 70 11 74 00 Sjællandsgade 2, 7000 Frede...