LAVAMAT 10500 VI

The environmentally friendly washing-machine Instruction booklet

Dear customer,

Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particular attention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We recom- mend that you keep this instruction booklet for future reference and pass it on to any future owners.

The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) empha- size information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance.

This symbol guides you, step by step, in the operation of the appliance.

The information marked with this symbol provides additional instruc- tions and practical tips on the use of the appliance.

Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with the clover symbol.

If you require assistance or advice on your appliance, please contact our customer care department by letter or telephone:

Customer Care Department

AEG Domestic Appliances

55-77 High Street

Slough

Berkshire SL1 1DZ

Tel: 08705 350350*

*calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.

Important

Your machine is fitted with a balance control device, which ensures the ma- chine is stable during the spin.

If the wash load appears not to have been spun sufficiently at the end of the wash cycle, because it is not evenly distributed in the drum, the balance con- trol device may have operated. It will therefore be necessary to redistribute the wash load manually and select a spin programme. For more detailed infor- mation see the section headed "Something Not Working".

Printed on recycled paper.

People who think ecologically, act accordingly....

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Before the first wash. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Preparing the wash cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Sorting out and preparing the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Weight of laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Types of fabric and care labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Detergents and additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21-22

Which detergent? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 And in which form? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Fabric conditioners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

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Contents

How to wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Load the laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Add detergent and additive. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Switching the machine on. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Selection of the desired wash programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Selection of the SPIN SPEED or NO SPIN option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Selection of the STAIN, PREWASH or QUICK WASH option . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Selection of the RINSE HOLD and/or EXTRA RINSE option. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Selection of the DELAY START option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 Starting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 At the end of the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Programme charts: wash and special programmes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27

Cleaning and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 After each wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Maintenance wash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Periodical cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Exterior . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Detergent dispenser drawer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Door seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Drain filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Water inlet filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Emergency emptying out. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Frost precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Something not working? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-34 Unsatisfactory washing results . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Service and Spare Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37-38 Guarantee Conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 European Guarantee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

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Contents

Instructions for installation and electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Safety instructions for the installer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Dimensions of the appliance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Front view and side view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Rear view . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Positioning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Levelling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Water inlet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Water drainage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45-46 Electrical connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Permanent connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Building-in. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49-51 Preparation and assembly of the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49-50 Recommendations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-51

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Safety instructions

Your safety is of paramount importance, please ensure you read this instruction book before installing or using this appliance.

General safety

???Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified person- nel. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.

???Never start the machine if the mains cable is damaged or the control panel is damaged allowing inner components to be accessible.

???Unplug the appliance before carrying out any cleaning or mainte- nance operations.

???Never pull the mains cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.

???During high temperature wash programmes, the door glass may get hot.

???Let the water cool down before carrying out emergency emptying or before opening the door in an emergency.

Installation

???Follow the installation instructions carefully.

???Carry out a first wash without laundry (COTTON 60, with half the amount of detergent) in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the tub and the drum.

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Safety instructions

Child safety

???This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the appliance.

???Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines. Please check the drum before use.

???Keep all packaging well away from children.

???Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children???s reach.

???When disposing of the appliance, cut off the mains cable, and destroy the plug. Disable the door catch to prevent young children being trapped inside.

During use

???Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water tap after use.

???This appliance is designed for domestic use only. If the machine is used for any other purposes or is not used correctly, the manufactur- er accepts no responsibility for any possible damage that might occur.

???For safety reasons, the appliance must not be modified.

???Use only detergents suitable for washing machines and follow the manufacturer???s instructions.

???Garments which have been in contact with flammable solvents should not be machine washed.

???Dyes and bleaching agents may only be used if specifically permitted by the manufacturer of these products. We cannot be held liable for any damage.

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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 900, 700 or 500 rpm.

???RINSE HOLD: the laundry is left immersed in the final rinse water to prevent creasing.

???Delay start: programme start can be delayed by 1 to 24 hours (e.g. to times with a more economical power rate).

???Programme progress display showing the programme steps selected and the programme phase which is running.

???Because of its gentle washing action, the special wool cycle washes your garments with extreme care.

???3-compartment drawer for detergent and fabric softener.

???Unbalance detection device: to prevent vibration during spinning.

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Description of the appliance

Front view

Detergent drawer

Control panel

Adjustable feet

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Description of the appliance

Control panel

Programme selector dial

The programme selector determines the type of washing cycle (e.g. water level, drum movement, number of rinses) and the washing temperature according to the type of laundry.COTTON

The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise.

Position E corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme at approx. 67??C for normally soiled laundry, extended washing time (cannot be combined with QUICK WASH).

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Description of the appliance

Position 40??C Easy to iron.

In this position the laundry is gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier.

Position COLD = cold wash

ON/OFF button

Press this button to switch the machine on. Press it again to switch the machine off.

Mains-on light

This light comes on when the ON/OFF button is pressed, and goes out when it is pressed again.

START/PAUSE button

This button has three functions:

a) Start

After having selected the required programme, press this button to start the machine. If you have selected the DELAYED START option, the machine starts its hourly countdown.

b) Pause

To interrupt a programme which is running, press the START/PAUSE button: the corresponding pilot light starts to flash.

To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the START/PAUSE button again.

c) Empty out water

At the end of a programme which ends with water in the drum (RINSE HOLD option), or after the ???soak??? programme, press the START/PAUSE button to empty out the water: after the soak programme, the machine will empty only; after RINSE HOLD programmes, the machine will empty and spin.

DELAY START button

The wash programme can be delayed from 1 hour up to a maximum of 24 hours.

The button must be pressed after selecting the programme and before pressing the START/PAUSE button.

The figures indicating the delay appear for about 3 seconds in the dis- play. The duration of the selected wash programme is then displayed. After depressing the START/PAUSE button, the machine starts its hourly countdown.

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Description of the appliance

To alter or cancel the preset delay, press the START/PAUSE button, then press the DELAY START button until the required time is displayed or, if you wish to cancel the delay, until the symbol 0 h is displayed.

Then press the START/PAUSE button again.

When the delay is cancelled, the display shows the duration of the wash programme previously selected.

Programme Option buttons

Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the START/PAUSE button.

When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out.

If an incorrect option is selected, the pilot lights flash for about 2 seconds and the message Err is displayed.

SPIN SPEED

Press this button to reduce the maximum speed of the final speed proposed by the machine for the selected programme.

The maximum spin speed for cotton is 1000 rpm, for easy-cares and woollens 900 rpm and for delicates 700 rpm.

NO SPIN

When selecting this option, all the spinning phases are cancelled. To be used for very delicate items.

This function cannot be used for cottons.

PREWASH

The machine performs a prewash cycle at 30??C max. The prewash cycle ends with a short spin in programmes for Cotton and Easy-cares, and with emptying of the water without spinning for Delicates.

This option is not available with the wool programme and cannot be used with STAIN.

For use when washing heavily soiled laundry.

STAIN

To treat heavily soiled or stained laundry with stain remover (extended main wash with time optimised stain action phase, not selectable for wool or programmes with temperatures lower than 40??C).

This function cannot be used with QUICK WASH and PREWASH.

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Description of the appliance

QUICK WASH

By pressing this button the washing time is reduced. For use when washing lightly soiled laundry.

This option is not available with the wool and economy programme and cannot be used with STAIN.

RINSE HOLD

By selecting this option, the last rinse water is not emptied out, to prevent the fabrics from creasing. When the programme has finished, the corresponding pilot light on the programme progress display illumi- nates to indicate that the water must be emptied out. The light of START/PAUSE button flashes.

To empty out water:

???press the START/PAUSE button: after emptying, the machine performs the spin cycle required for the type of wash selected;

???select the spin speed and press START/PAUSE-button;

???select the DRAIN programme to empty out the water without spin- ning.

Warning! The programme selector dial must be turned first to RESET and then to the DRAIN programme.

If the water is not emptied out, the machine automatically empties itself after 18 hours.

EXTRA RINSE

Can be used with all programmes except the wool programme. The machine performs 4 rinses instead of 3.

This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents and in areas where the water is very soft.

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Description of the appliance

Display

The display shows the following information:

???If the programme selector dial is on the RESET position, three flashing dashes appear immediately after pressing the ON/OFF button to indicate that the machine is ready to be selected for the required wash programme.

???Duration of the selected wash programme, calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fab- ric.

???When the programme has finished, a flashing zero is displayed.

???Delayed start, programmed using the special button.

The selected delay is shown in the display and is updated every hour.

???Incorrect option selection. If an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the message Err is displayed.

???Alarm code indicating a fault in the machine operation (see pages 31...34).

Programme progress display

By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights corresponding to the various phases making up the programme come on.

After the machine has started, only the running phase pilot light stays on. When the programme has finished, the END pilot light comes on.

If the CLEAN FILTER light flashes at the end of the pro- gramme this means that the drain filter is clogged.

The END pilot light flashes in the event of operating prob-

lems. At the same time one of the following lights starts to flash: RINSE HOLD = the machine does not fill

To eliminate the problem, see the ???Something not working??? section.

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Description of the appliance

Cancelling/Altering a programme

To cancel or alter a programme which is running, turn the programme selector dial to the RESET position: three flashing dashes will be dis- played, the programme is cancelled. The machine will maintain the water in the tub. To drain water, select DRAIN programme. If you wish to select another programme maintaining the water in the tub, after cancelling the previously selected programme select a new one and then start it by pressing START/PAUSE button.

Opening the door after the programme has started

You can open the door, after having set the machine to PAUSE, provid- ed the following conditions exist:

???the machine is not in the heating phase beyond 40??C;

???the level of the water is not high;

???the drum is not turning.

If these requirements are met, when you pause the machine the door can be opened.

Should it not be possible to open the door, and should it be absolutely necessary to do so, switch the machine off by pressing the ON/OFF but- ton.

After approximately 3 minutes, you can open the door.

Pay attention to the level and temperature of the water in the machine!

When you close the door and press the ON/OFF button again, the machine will resume the programme from the point where it had been interrupted.

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Description of the appliance

Detergent dispenser drawer

Programme chart

Compartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewash or soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash.

Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. It is emptied at the beginning of the wash cycle.

Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).

It is emptied during the last rinse.

The quantity of additives must not exceed the ???MAX??? mark in the drawer.

Before the first wash

Before your first wash, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 60??C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufac- turing residue from the drum and tub.

Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser drawer and start the machine.

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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 bundles, it is advisable to close zips, button up pillowcases and quilt covers and tie up loose straps such as those of aprons.

???Turn double faced items inside out (sleeping bags, anoraks, etc.)

???Turn coloured knitted fabrics, woollens and fabrics with trim inside out.

???Wash small and delicate items (baby socks, tights) inside a laundry net or in a pillow case closed with a zip, or in larger socks.

???Treat curtains with special care. Remove all metal or plastic hooks or put them in a net or a bag. We decline any responsibility in case of damage.

???Whites and coloureds must be washed separately: white items can loose their whiteness.

???New coloured fabrics often have excess dyes; it is advisable to wash them separately for the first time.

???Wash small and large items together; this improves the washing result and the laundry is better distributed during spinning.

???Shake out garments before putting them into the machine.

???Insert each garment separately.

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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 temperatures.

Cotton 95

Linen and cottons marked with this symbol can be washed at high tem- peratures.

Cotton 60

Linen and cottons marked with this symbol are colourfast and can be washed at 60??C.

Cotton

Garments marked with these symbols have delicate colours, therefore the washing temperature must not exceed these values.

Synthetics (Easy-cares)

Mixed and synthetic fabrics marked with these symbols require a gentle wash programme and they must therefore be washed using the specific programme.

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Preparing the wash cycle

Delicates 40 30

Microfibres, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols require a very gentle 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 par- ticularly sensitive to machine washing.

The WOOLLENS programme is suitable for this type of fabric.

If the label has the symbol (do not wash), the garments must not be machine washed!

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Preparing the wash cycle

Detergents and additives

Which detergent?....

To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines.

To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use different types of detergent for different washes, whether for whites, colours or delicates.

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Preparing the wash cycle

And in which form?

Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is your own personal choice.

TRADITIONAL POWDERS

Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum.

TRADITIONAL LIQUIDS

Liquid can be placed in the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer marked with the symbol , start the machine immediately upon placing the detergent in the dispenser drawer.

Alternatively the detergent is measured into the specially designed dosing device* which should be placed on top of the laundry, and at the back of the machine drum.

COMPACT POWDERS AND LIQUIDS

Compact detergents (or concentrates as they are also known) are available in liquid or powder form, and generally require a smaller dosage. Follow the manufacturer???s instructions to ensure the most economical usage. Pour the detergent directly into the dispenser drawer, or alternatively measure the detergent into the specially designed dosing device* which should be placed on top of the laundry, and at the back of the machine drum.

*If you use a dosing device in a washer dryer, please ensure the dosing device/ball is removed before carrying out a drying programme.

FABRIC CONDITIONERS

These are ideal for improving ???softness???, and also reduce static cling on easy-cares and make ironing easier. They are available in two types:

???For example Lenor liquid fabric softener, for use in the washing machine/washer dryer. The liquid fabric softener should be poured into the compartment

marked with the symbol . Follow the manufactur- er???s dosage instructions and never exceed the MAX level.

???Bounce conditioning sheets for use in a tumble dry- er. We recommend the conditioning sheets are pinned (using a safety pin) to an article of laundry and placed in the tumble dryer.

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How to wash

Load the laundry

Open the door.

Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry as evenly as possible. Close the door.

Add detergent and additive

Pull the drawer out till it stops.

Pour the main wash detergent

into compart- ment .

If you wish to perform a pre-

wash, a SOAK or a STAIN-Action programme, pour detergent or stain remover into compartment .

Important!

Do not use normal detergent for the STAIN-Action programme, always use a STAIN remover.

Pour the fabric softener into compartment without exceeding the ???MAX??? mark.

Close the drawer gently, pushing it fully in.

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How to wash

Selection of the desired wash programme

Selection of the STAIN, PREWASH or QUICK WASH option,

Selection of the RINSE HOLD and/or EXTRA RINSE option

The corresponding light(s) come(s) on.

RINSE EXTRA

HOLD RINSE

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How to wash

The pilot light corresponding to the wash phase which is running is illuminated.

If the delay start option has been selected, the

machine starts its countdown, in hours, which will appear on the dis- play. During this period it is possible to load other laundry: press the START/ PAUSE button. Open the door. Load the laundry. Close the door and press the START/ PAUSE button again.

At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically and a flashing zero is displayed. The END pilot light stays on.

If the RINSE HOLD option has been selected, the corresponding pilot light on the programme progress display remains lit to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door.

The pilot light of the START button flashes and a zero is displayed.

At the end of the programme (after draining), a flashing zero is dis- played.

Turn the programme selector dial to RESET.

Switch the machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button.

Remove the laundry from the drum.

Check that the drum is empty so as to avoid a subsequent wash being damaged by any forgotten items.

Close the water tap.

Leave the door open to prevent the formation of mildew and unpleas- ant smells.

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In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on the energy label refer to the 60??C 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 laundry, on the inlet water tem- perature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest temperature for each wash programme.

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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 temperature and on the ambient temperature.

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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.

Maintenance Wash

With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues inside the drum.

We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis.

To run a maintenance wash:

The drum should be empty of laundry.

Select the hottest cotton wash programme.

Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder (such as Ariel Futur).

Periodical cleaning

Exterior

Clean the outside of the cabinet with soap and water only. Rinse with clean water and dry.

Important: do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the cabinet.

Detergent dispenser drawer

After a while, detergents and fabric softeners leave deposits in the drawer.

Clean the drawer, from time to time, by rinsing it under a running

tap. To remove the drawer from

the machine, press the button

in the rear left-hand corner.

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Cleaning and maintenance

To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment can be removed.

Detergent can also accumulate inside the drawer recess: clean it with an old tooth- brush.

Refit the drawer after cleaning.

Door seal

Regularly check to see, if there are deposits or foreign objects in the rubber seal behind the door and remove them.

Drain filter

The drain filter collects threads and small objects inadvertently left in the laundry. Check regularly that the filter is clean.

Place a container under the filter and unscrew it; some water will come out of the filter.

Pull out the filter.

Clean the filter under a running

tap, then refit it, screwing it fully in.

Water inlet filter

If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked.

Turn off the water tap.

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Cleaning and maintenance

Unscrew the hose from the tap. To do this you must press the yellow button on the hose first.

Clean the filter with a stiff brush.

Screw the hose back onto the tap.

Emergency emptying out

If the water is not discharged (pump is blocked, filter or drain pipe are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine:

???pull out the plug from the power socket;

???close the water tap;

???if necessary, wait until the water has cooled;

???place a bowl on the floor;

???put the drain hose end into the bowl and let the water out.

Should it not be possible to have access to the drain hose because, for example the appliance is built in the kitchen furniture, slightly loosen the drain filter after placing a bowl on the floor to let the water come out slowly.

At the end screw the filter again.

Frost precautions

If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0??C, proceed as follows:

???Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap.

???Place the end of the drain hose and the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor.

???Select the ???DRAIN??? programme and run it until the machine stops.

???Turn the programme selector dial to RESET.

???Remove the plug from the power socket.

???Screw the water inlet hose back on and put the drain hose back in its place.

By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is removed, avoiding ice forming and consequently damage to the appliance.

When you use the machine again, make sure that the ambient temper- ature is above 0??C.

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Something not working?

If during the spin cycle the machine makes an unusual whistling noise, different from the noise made by tradi- tional washing machines, this is due to a new type of motor.

If water is not visible in the drum, this is due to the modern technology of new washing machines that use less water than traditional machines.

Troubleshooting

If a problem arises, you can try to solve it yourself following the instructions below.

If you call out an engineer when one of the following problems arises, or to repair a fault due to incorrect use, the call-out will be charged even if requested within the guarantee period.

During machine operation the following alarm codes may be displayed:

-E10: problem with the water supply (phase light RINSE HOLD is on)

-E20: problem with water draining (phase light RINSES is on)

-E40: door open (phase light WASH is on)

Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, con- tact your local AEG Service Force Centre.

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Something not working?

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Something not working?

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Something not working?

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 stains remain on the laundry

???Laundry stained with ointments, grease or oil has been washed with an insufficient amount of detergent.

???The temperature selected for the wash programme was too low.

???Fabric softener - especially the concentrated type - has come into direct contact with the laundry. Wash these stains immediately and pour fabric softener carefully.

Foam is still visible even after the last rinse

???Modern detergents often produce foam, even in the last rinse. How- ever the laundry has been completely rinsed.

White residue is left on the laundry

???This is due to insoluble components in modern detergents and is therefore not the result of insufficient rinsing. Shake or brush the laundry. In future, it may be better to turn garments inside out before washing them. Check the choice of detergent; try using liquid deter- gents.

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Technical data

This appliance complies with the following EC directives:

-73/23/EEC of 19.2.1973 ???Low voltage directive???, including directive 93 / 68 / EEC

-89/336/EEC of 3.5.1989 ???Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive???.

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Service & Spare Parts

If after carrying out the necessary checks there is still a fault with your appliance please contact your local AEG Service Force Centre.

In guarantee customers should ensure that the suggested checks in the ???Troubleshooting??? section have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical break- down.

Please note that proof of purchase is required for in-guarantee service calls.

Service & Spare Parts

If you require a service engineer or wish to purchase spare parts, con- tact your local AEG Service Force Centre, by telephoning:

08705 929 929

Help us to help you

Please determine your type of enquiry before telephoning. When you contact us we need to know:

1.Your name, address and post code. 2.Your telephone number.

3.Clear and concise details of the fault.

-What is the fault?

-When does the fault occur?

-Does the multi-display issue an error-message (E and a number)? 4.The model, production number and production identification number. 5.Date of purchase.

This information can be found on the rating plate, so you have these numbers to hand we recommed you write them below.

Prod. No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Ser.-No. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Customer care

For general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance, or further infor- mation on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Depart- ment at the address below or visit our website at www.aeghome.co.uk

Customer Care Department

AEG Domestic Appliances 55-77 High Street Slough

Berkshire SL1 1DZ Tel: 08705 350350*

* Calls to this number may be recorded for training purposes.

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Guarantee Conditions

AEG offer the following guarantee to the first purchaser of this appli- ance.

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 purchase invoice or similar documentation.

The guarantee does not cover commercial use.

2.The guarantee covers all parts or components which fail due to faulty workmanship or faulty materials. The guarantee does not cover appli- ances where defects or poor performance are due to misuse, accidental damage, neglect, faulty installation, unauthorised modification or attempted repair, commercial use or failure to observe requirements and recommendations set out in the instruction book.

This guarantee does not cover such parts as light bulbs, removable glassware, dust bags or filters.

3.Should guarantee repairs be necessary the purchaser must inform the nearest customer service office (AEG???s service or authorised agent). AEG reserves the right to stipulate the place of the repair (i. e. the customer???s home, place of installation or AEG workshop).

4.The guarantee or free replacement includes both labour and materials.

5.Repairs carried out under guarantee do not extend the guarantee period for the appliance. Parts removed during guarantee repairs become the property of AEG.

6.The purchaser???s statutory rights are not affected by this guarantee.

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European Guarantee

If you should move to another country within Europe then your guar- antee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qual- ifications:

-The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.

-The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exist in the new country of use for this brand or range of products.

-This guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.

-Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.

-The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal household.

-The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliance.

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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 be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not completely removed. Refer to the relevant paragraph.

???Any electrical work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.

???Any plumbing work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.

???After having installed the machine, check that it is not standing on its electrical supply cable.

???If the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor, ensure that air can cir- culate freely between the adjustable feet and the floor.

???The installation should comply with local water authority and build- ing regulations requirements.

???Should the appliance power supply cable need to be replaced, this should be carried out by our Service Force Centre.

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Installation

Unpacking

All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli- ance.

Using a spanner, unscrew and remove the rear right-hand bolt and lay the machine on its back, taking care not to squash the hoses. This can be avoided by placing one of the corner packing pieces between the machine and the floor.

P025

Remove the poly- styrene base and take off the bot- tom panel by unscrewing the central screw.

Carefully slide out the right poly- thene bag.

Repeat the opera- tion for the left and central poly- thene bags.

Re-fit the bottom panel using the 4

screws supplied with the door hinges (in the plas- tic bag) and the

previously removed screw.

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Installation

Set the machine

upright and remove

the two remaining bolts from the back.

Pull out the three

plastic spacers from

the holes into which the bolts were fit- ted.

Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find in the envelope con- taining the instruction booklet.

You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again.

Positioning

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 by putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.

???If it is impossible to avoid positioning the machine next to a gas cooker or coal-burning stove, an insulating panel (85x57 cm) covered with aluminium foil on the side facing the cooker or stove, must be inserted between the two appliances;

???The machine must not be installed in rooms where the temperature can drop below 0??C.

???The water inlet hose and the drain hose must not be kinked.

???Please ensure that when the appliance is installed, it is easily accessi- ble for the engineer in the event of a breakdown.

Levelling

Carefully level by screwing the adjustable feet in or out. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor.

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Installation

Water inlet (cold water connection only)

Connect the hose

to a tap with a 3/4??? thread.

Installation

should comply with local water authority and

building regula- tions??? require- ments.

Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks.

Do not connect to a hot water supply.

The inlet hose is provided with a water stop device, which protects against damage caused by water leaks in the hose which could develop due to natural ageing of the hose. This fault is shown by a red sector in

the window ???A???. Should this occur, turn the A water tap off and refer to your Service Force

Centre to replace the hose.

Water drainage

The appliance drain hose should hook into a standpipe, the hook in the drain hose is formed using the plastic ???U-Piece??? supplied. The standpipe should have an internal diameter of approximately 38 mm (see dia- gram) thus ensuring there is an air break between the drain hose and standpipe.

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Installation

Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.

In the interest of the environment

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Installation

Electrical connections

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.

If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted.

Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.

The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home.

Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter ??E?? or the earth symbol or coloured green and yellow.

Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter ??N?? or coloured black.

Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter ??L?? or coloured red.

The plug moulded on to the lead incorporates a fuse. For replacement, use a 13 Amp BS1363/A fuse. Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.

The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug.

A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local AEG Service Centre.

The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the machine.

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Installation

Permanent connection

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

The switch must not break the yellow and green earth cable at any point.

This operation should only be performed by a qualified electrician.

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Building-in

Preparation and assembly of the door

The required dimensions are given in the picture C.

The hinges will be fixed to the door by means of screws for wood (2-Fig. B) supplied with the appliance.

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Building-in

c) Mounting the door

Fix the hinges (1) to the machine by means of the M5x8 screws (3-Fig. B). The hinges can be adjusted to compensate for possible uneven thick- ness of the door.

To align the door perfectly it is necessary to loosen the screw (3-Fig. B), adjust the door and tighten the screw again.

Recommendations regarding the construction and fitting of a base when the installation requires an integrated appliance to 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 a non slip surface, be water repellent and if possible be one solid piece.

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Building-in

Fix the base firmly to the floor using four appropriate countersunk screws

(see Fig. H).

left between the top of the machine and the underside of the work- top.

A final check for stability should be carried out with the machine on spin with a load, this will identify the need for any further fine adjust- ment to the feet.

A strip of beading approximately 605 mm W, x 5 mm H, x 25 mm D must be screwed down into the base directly in front of the machine???s feet, this will provide additional security.

If required an additional door magnet, part number 1242394-00/3 and disc, part number 1242393-00/5 are available from spare parts.

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