Electrolux 12710 VIT, 14710 VIT - Manual

Disposal Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE< =polyethylene >PS< =polystyrene >PP< =polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appro-priate collection containers. Machine Use authorised disposal sites...

Tips for environmental protection To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommendthat you follow these tips: • Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!). • Use the energy saving prog...

Main features of your washer-dryer • Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector. • Stain option for effectively treating stained washing. • Energy saving programme for normally soiled cotton items. • SOAK programme for heavy soiled items. The machine performs a soak at 30°C. By p...

Description of the appliance Front view 11 Detergent drawer Control panel Door Drain filter Adjustable feet DRYING COLD 40 30 60 40 30 60 E 60 40 30 MINIPROGRAMM 50 RINSE HOLD 1200 900700500 START PAUSE DRYING TIME WASH TIME DELAY START STAIN QUICK SPIN SPEED PRE- WASH EASY IRON RINSE CLEAN FILTER P...

12 Control panel A = Mains-on lightB = ON/OFF buttonC = Option buttonsD = Drying time buttonE = Delay start buttonF = DisplayG = START/PAUSE buttonH = Programme progress displayJ = Programme selector dial Programme selector dial The programme selector determines thetype of washing cycle (e.g. water ...

13 Position 60E corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme for nor- mally soiled laundry, extended washing time. The washing temperaturewill decrease (cannot be combined with QUICK). Position DRYING = drying phase; Position COLD = cold wash. ON/OFF button Press this button to switch the machine on. ...

To annul the preset delay, press the START/PAUSE button, then press theDELAY START button until the symbol 0’ is displayed. Then press the START/PAUSE button again to restart the programme. DRYING TIME button If you wish to carry out a timed drying programme push the button until the drying time you...

Display The display shows the following information: • Duration of the selected programme (in hours and minutes) , calcu- lated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load foreach type of fabric. • Selected drying time (max. 130 minutes for cotton and easy cares). After the programme ...

Altering an option/programme which is running To alter an option, first set the machine to PAUSE by pressing theSTART/PAUSE button.Any option can be modified before the machine starts it. After select-ing the new option press the START/PAUSE button again to re-start theselected programme.To modify t...

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 programme.The laundry should be sorted out according to the type of fabric and theinstructions indicated on care labels.Temperatures indicated on labels are always maximum temperatures....

Delicates Microfibres, easy-cares or curtains marked with these symbols require a verygentle treatment.The DELICATES programme is suitable for this type of fabric. Woollens and particularly delicate items Fabrics such as wool, wool mix or silk marked with this symbol are particu-larly sensitive to m...

22 Detergents and additives Which detergent?.... To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is impor-tant to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergentsrecommended for use in automatic machines.To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household te...

And in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available indifferent forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or com-pact form is your own personal choice. TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinkle...

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 drying cycle . Load Warning: Loads of washed laundry exceeding these values must be div...

Drying symbols on garment labels Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be machinedried. 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, set anoth-er short drying cycle. Warning! To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fabrics,avoid excessive drying. 26 Preparing the drying cycle 132984531.qxd 28/11/2005 16.32 Pagina 26

27 How to wash Load the laundry Open the door. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as even-ly as possible. Close the door. Add detergent and additive Pull the drawerout till it stops. Pour the mainwash detergentinto compartment . If you wish to per-form a Prewash,SO...

28 Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial to thedesired position: the lights corresponding tothe different phases making up the selectedprogramme light up. Selection of the spin speed or RINSE HOLD option It is possible to select a lower spin speed by means ofthe re...

Starting the programme 1. Check that the water tap is open. 2. Press START/PAUSE to start the programme.If the Delay Start option has been selected the programme will startat the end of the countdown.At the start of the programme, if the “END” light blinks for few sec-onds and on the display appears...

At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. A blinking zero appears on the display. The END light comes on in the programme progress display, theSTART/PAUSE light is off.Turn the selector dial to RESET . If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected the END and the RINSEHOLD lights rem...

Press the START/PAUSE button to start the programme. At the end of the cycle, turn the programme selector dial to RESET and pressthe ON/OFF button again to switch the appliance off. Remove the laundry. Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme) Warning! For NON-STOP programmes, it is also ess...

Programme chart Wash programmes In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on theenergy label refer to the “ 60E ” wash programme for cotton. * The consumption data shown on this chart is to be used as a guide only, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of l...

Programme chart Special programmes * The consumption data shown on this chart is to be used as a guide only, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water tem-perature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest temperaturefor each wash programme. 33 P...

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. 34 Degree of drying Extra dryIdeal for towellingmaterials Type of fabric Cotton andlinen(bathrobes,bath towels,etc.) Max. load 2.5 kg Spin ...

35 Cleaning and maintenance After each wash At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a little tolet 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 Maint...

To remove the drawer from the machine, press the button in the rear left-hand corner. To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment can beremoved. Detergent can also accumulate inside the draw-er recess: clean it with an old toothbrush. Refit the drawer after cleaning. Door seal R...

Something not working? If, during the spin cycle, the machine makes an unusualwhistling noise, different from the noise made by traditionalwashing machines, this is due to a new type of motor. If water is not visible in the drum, this is due to themodern technology of new washing machines thatuse le...

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 82x60x54.5 cm Depth with door opened 95 cm Height adjustment ± 13 mm approx. Load (depending on programme) 5 kg max. Use domesticDrum speed during washing max. 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1200/900/700/500 rpm (L12710VIT)1400/900/700/500 rpm (L14710VIT) Wat...

Service & Spare Parts If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with your applianceplease contact your local AEG/ELECTROLUX Service Force Centre. In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks in the“Troubleshooting” section have been made as the engineer ...

45 Service & Spare Parts Customer care For general enquiries regarding your AEG/ELECTROLUX appliance, or furtherinformation on AEG/ELECTROLUX products please contact our Customer CareDepartment at the address below or visit our website at www.aeg-electrolux.co.uk Customer Care DepartmentAEG/ELEC...

Guarantee Conditions AEG/ELECTROLUX offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of thisappliance. 1. The guarantee is valid for 12 months commencing when the appliance is handed over to the first retail purchaser, which must be verified by pur-chase invoice or similar documentation. The gua...

European Guarantee If you should move to another country within Europe then your guaranteemoves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:- The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product. - The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for l...

Instructions for installation and electrical con-nection 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 mus...

Dimensions of the appliance Front view and side view Rear view 49 600 820 10 160 DRYING COLD 40 30 60 40 30 60 E 60 4030 MINIPROGRAMM 50 RINSE HOLD 1200 900700500 START PAUSE DRYING TIME WASH TIME DELAY START STAIN QUICK SPIN SPEED PRE- WASH EASY IRON RINSE CLEAN FILTER PREWASHWASH DRY END DRAINSPIN...

Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Using the supplied spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and laythe machine on its back, taking care not tosquash the hoses. This can be avoided by plac-ing one of the corner packing piece...

51 Set the machineupright and removethe two remainingbolts from the back.Pull out the threeplastic spacers fromthe holes into whichthe bolts were fit-ted.Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find in the plastic bagcontaining the instruction booklet. You are advised to keep all transit d...

Water inlet (cold water connection only) Connect the hose to atap with a 3/4” thread.Installation shouldcomply with localwater authority andbuilding regulations’requirements.Set the hose correctlyby loosening the ringnut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again toprev...

In the interest of the environment Washing machines and dish-washers should be connectedto the FOUL drainage system,the water will then be takento a sewage works for treat-ment before being dischargedsafely into a river.It is essential that these appli-ances are not connected to thesurface water dra...

55 If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of yourappliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals inyour plug, proceed as follows:Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug whichis marked with the letter «E» or the eart...

Building-in This appliance has been designed tobe built into the kitchen furniture.The recess should have the dimen-sions shown in picture A. When installing the appli-ance into the kitchen furni-ture ensure, if possible, thehoses are placed in either ofthe two recesses on the backof the appliance. ...

b) Hinges To mount the hinges it is necessary todrill two holes (dia. 35 mm, depth12.5-14 mm) on the inner side of thedoor. The distance between the holeshobs fixing centres must be 416 mm.The distance (B) from upper edge ofthe door to the centre of the holedepends on the adjacent furniture'sdimensi...

Recommendations regarding the construction and fitting ofa base when the installation requires an integrated applianceto be raised Where the appliance has been raised by mounting onto a wooden base pro-vided by the installer. The material used to construct the base should have anon slip surface, be ...

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