AEG 72640 - Manuals

7 ● Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, materialwithout hems or torn material. ● Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, cleanand maintenance. ● Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself.Repairs carried out by ...

● 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 The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. Thestain remover is added during the STAIN-Acti...

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 Personalization Acoustic signals The machine is provided of an acoustic device,which sounds in the following cases: ● at the end of the cycle ● in the event of operating problems By pressing the « Prewash » and « Stain » buttons simultaneously for about 6 seconds, the acoustic signal is deact...

12 Use 2. If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment marked (the amount used must not exceed the MAX mark in the drawer). Close the drawer gently. Select the required programme You can choose the right programme for anytype of laundry following the descriptions onthe washing programme ta...

Select the Prewash option Select this option if you wish your laundry tobe prewashed at 30°C before the main wash.The Prewash ends with a short spin inprogrammes for cotton and synthetic fabrics,whereas in the programmes for delicatefabrics the water is only drained. The relevant light will light up...

On the display will be visualized the decreased washing time. The maximum loadis 6 kg for cottons and 2 kg for synthetics and delicates. By pressing this button twice, the relative pilot light remains lit, the washingduration will be reduced to wash lightly soiled laundry or items that have beenused...

Alarm codes In the event of operating problems, somealarm codes can be displayed, for example E20 (see paragraph «Something not working»). End of programme When the programme has finished aflashing zero is displayed, the «Door» pilotlight and the Start/Pause light go out andthe door can be opened. S...

17 Use You must select this option after you have set the programme and before youpress the Start/Pause button. The wash programme can be delayed from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hoursand then by 1 hour up to a maximum of 20 hours by means of this button. If you wish to add laundry in the machine du...

Select an additional rinse T his appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people with a very delicateskin (allergic to detergents) it may benecessary to rinse the laundry using anextra quantity of water (extra rinse). Press simultaneously the Spin Speed and Prewash buttons for some secon...

At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically, the Start/Pause light goes off and a flashing 0 will appear on the display. If the Rinse Hold option have been selected, the «Door» pilot light illuminates, a flashing 0 will appear on the display, the Start/Pause light goes off and the do...

* 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 95°-60° White c...

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 forcotton hand washeditems. Spin speed/Rinse hold Extra Rinse 3 rinse...

22 Refresh This programme can be selected with the followingoptions: Spin Speed Reduction and Delay Start.This programme must be used for slightly soiled cottonitems.Max. load: 2 kgWashing temperature: 30°CProgramme duration: 30 minutesFinal spin speed: 900 r.p.m. ECO This programme can be selected ...

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...

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 load makes the most efficien...

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...

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 balance of nature. The choice of d...

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...

2. Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 3. Clean all parts with water. 4. Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place. 5. Clean all parts of the washing ma-chine, especially the nozzles in the topof the washing-in chamber, with abrush. 6. I...

Drain pump The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if • the machine does not empty and/or spin • the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump. Proceed as follows: 1. Disconnect the appliance. 2. If necessary wait ...

32 Care and cleaning 8. Put the cap back on the emergencyemptying hose and place the latterback in its seat. 9. Screw the pump fully in. 10. Close the pump door. Warning! When the appliance is in use anddepending on the programme selectedthere can be hot water in the pump. Neverremove the pump cover...

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...

37 Something not working Problem Cause possible/Solution If you are unable to identify or solve the problem,contact our service centre. Before telephoning,make a note of the model, serial number andpurchase date of your machine: the Service Centrewill require this information. Mod. .......... Prod. ...

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, carefully laymachine 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 rubber coating. Never try to correct any unevenness in the floor byputting pieces of wood, cardboard or ...

3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut.After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tightenthe ring nut again to prevent leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread.Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. Installation should comply with local water authorityand build...

Important! The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose andjoining piece is available from your local Service Centre. Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply. Check that your domestic electrical install...

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...

46 European Guarantee 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 ap...