AEG L72786VT- Manuals

Main features of your washing machine • 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 1,200, 900, 700 or 400 rpm. • R...

Description of the appliance Front view 9 L 72786 VT LAVAMAT 12001000 900700 400 PRELAVADO LAVADO ACLARADOS ACLARADO ADICIONAL CENTRIFUGADO FIN AGUA EN LA CUBA LAVADO RAPIDO MANCHAS REMOJO ARRANQUE RETARDADO MARCHA/PAUSA PRE- LAVADO PUERTA SOBRE- DOSIFICACION TIEMPO RESTANTE 95 40 40 40 40 40 50 30 ...

10 Control panel A = Option buttonsB = Spin speed buttonC = DisplayD = Delay start buttonE = START/PAUSE buttonF = Programme progress displayG = Programme selector dial Programme selector dial The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. waterlevel, drum movement, number of rins...

11 Description of the appliance Position FACIL DE PLANCHAR at 40°C = Easy to iron. In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid anycreasing. In this way ironing is easier. Position FRIO = cold wash START/PAUSE button (MARCHA/PAUSA) This button has three functions: a) Start After h...

12 Programme Option buttons Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined.These must be selected after choosing the desired programme andbefore depressing the START/PAUSE button.When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on.When they are pressed again, the ...

SPIN SPEED Press this button to reduce the maximum speed of the finalspeed proposed by the machine for the selected programmeor to select option AGUA EN LA CUBA (RINSE HOLD).The maximum spin speed for cotton is 1200 rpm, forsynthetics and wool 900 rpm and for delicates 700 rpm. RINSE HOLD (AGUA EN L...

Programme progress display By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights corre-sponding to the various phases making up the pro-gramme come on.After the machine has started, only the runningphase pilot light stays on. When the programme hasfinished, the END pilot light FIN comes on. When the pro...

Cancelling a programme To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selectordial to the RESET position ANULACION. Warning! After a programme which ends with water in the drum (RINSE HOLD-AGUA EN LA CUBA option), turn the selector dial first toANULACION and then to the DRAIN programme “...

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...

20 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...

21 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 additives Pull the drawerout till it stops. Pour the mainwash detergentinto compart-ment . If you wish toperform a pre-wash, a ...

22 How to wash Select the desired options depending on the degree of soil of the laundry. The corre-sponding light comes on. Select the spin speed or RINSE HOLD option (AUGUA EN LA CUBA) It is possible to select a lower spin speed by means ofthe relevant button; the light corresponding to theselecte...

Selection of the EXTRA RINSE option Press simultaneously the buttons PRELAVADO and LAVADO RAPIDOfor about 2 seconds: the light ACLARADO ADICIONAL comes on in theprogramme progress display. This function stays permanently on. To remove it press the same but-tons again until the light ACLARADO ADICION...

24 Programme progress display By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights corre-sponding to the various phases making up the programmecome on. After the machine has started, only the runningphase pilot light stays on. Display The time to the end of the programme decreases minute by minute anda...

25 Programme chart Wash programmes In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on theenergy label refer to the 60°C wash programme for cotton with a load of 5 kg. * The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indica- tive, as it may vary depending...

26 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. It refersto a load of 5 kg for cotton items. Programme D...

27 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...

28 Cleaning and maintenance Door seal Check from time to time the door seal andeliminate eventual possible objects that couldbe trapped in the fold. Drain filter The drain filter collects threads and small objects inadvertently left inthe laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean. Open the d...

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 dueto the modern technology of new washingmachines that use les...

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 83.5x59.5x57 cm Depth with door opened 114.5 cm Height adjustment ± 13 mm approx. Net weight 79.5 kg approx. Load (depending on programme) 6 kg max. Use domesticDrum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1200/1000/900/700/400 rpm Water pres...

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.(Addresses and telephone numbers are given on the enclosed leaflet).In all cases, expl...

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 37 595 835 10 85 L 72786 VT LAVAMAT 12001000 900700 400 PRELAVADO LAVADO ACLARADOS ACLARADO ADICIONAL CENTRIFUGADO FIN AGUA EN LA CUBA LAVADO RAPIDO MANCHAS REMOJO ARRANQUE RETARDADO MARCHA/PAUSA PRE- LAVADO PUERTA SOBRE- DOSIFICACION TI...

Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli-ance. Using a spanner, unscrew and remove therear right-hand bolt and lay the machine onits back, taking care not to squash the hoses.This can be avoided by placing one of thecorner packing pieces between the...

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...

Water drainage The end of the drain hose can be positionedin three ways: Hooked over the edge of a sink using theplastic hose guide supplied with themachine. In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machineis emptying.This could be done by tying it to the tapwith a piece of stri...

Permanent connection In the case of a permanent connection it is necessary that you install adouble pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply(mains), with a minimum gap of 3 mm between the switch contacts andof a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the currentel...

42 Door reversal The opening direction of the outer door on this machine can be rever-sed. To carry out this operation, proceed as follows: Disengage the end of thecatch (1) from the doorand turn it 90° toremove it from its seat(Fig. A).Using a screwdriver, turnplastic plug (2) 90° toremove it from ...

Check that the door is aligned with the appliance. To do this, loosenscrew (9 - Fig. B) by a couple of turns and re-tighten when alignmentis correct.Fit the flexible end of the door catch (1 - Fig. B) into the locationprovided in the door. Fitting a door panel The door of this machine has mouldings ...