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Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. You find some examples on the cover in this manual.
Contents Contents Instruction for the user Safety information Product description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel First use Personalization Acoustic signals Child safety lock Daily use Load the laundry Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener Select the required programme Select the spin speed or the Rinse Hold option Programm option button Select the Prewash option...
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Contents Select an additional rinse Altering an option or a running programme Interrupting a programme Cancelling a programme Opening the door after the programme has started At the end of the programme Washing programmes 20-21 Programme information 22-23 Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry...
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Contents Frost precautions Something not working 34-36 Techinical Data Consumption value Installation Unpacking Positioning and levelling Water inlet Water stop-device Water drainage Electrical connection Permanent connection Enviroment concerns Packaging materials Old machine Ecological hints Guarantee 45-47 Customer service centres...
Instruction for the user Safety information Prior to using for the first time The safety of ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards ● and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.
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Safety information Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or ● pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum. Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, material ●...
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Safety information Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are ● fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.
Safety information Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The ECO valve system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy. Rating plate Detergent dispenser drawer Drain pump Control panel...
First Use Ensure that the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. 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 cycle at 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
Daily Use Load the laundry 1. Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. 2. Close firmly the door. You must hear a click during closing.
The light of button starts to flash and the display shows the duration of the selected programme. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position « » (Aus Arrêt) to Reset programme/ Switching OFF of the machine. At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position «...
Programme option button Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing 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 integrated yellow pilot light of button flashes for 3 times and the Err message appears on the display for some seconds.
By pressing this button twice, the relative pilot light remains lit, the washing duration will be reduced to wash lightly soiled laundry or items that have been used or worn for a short time. On the display will be visualized the decreased washing time.
Select the START/PAUSE To start the selected programme, press the button; the corresponding red pilot light stops flashing. The DOOR icon on the display indicates if the door can be opened: icon on: the door cannot be opened. The appliance is running or there is ●...
Important! The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing programme ● again. The DELAY START can not be selected with DRAIN programme ● Programme progress display The display shows the different washing programme phases. By pressing the START/PAUSE button the display will show the relevant icon of the washing phase which is running: Washing Rinses...
Interrupting a programme Depress the button to interrupt a programme which is running, the corresponding light starts to flash. Depress the button again to restart the programme. Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to to cancel a programme which is running. UIT/ARRET Now you can select a new programme.
Washing programmes Washing programmes P P r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e / / D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n o o f f T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y O O p p t t i i o o n n s s T T e e m m p p e e r r a a t t u u r r e e...
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Washing programmes Washing programmes P P r r o o g g r r a a m m m m e e / / D D e e s s c c r r i i p p t t i i o o n n o o f f T T y y p p e e o o f f l l a a u u n n d d r r y y O O p p t t i i o o n n s s T T e e m m p p e e r r a a t t u u r r e e...
Washing programmes Programme information Special programme for white and coloured cotton suitable for different washing temperatures. This programme can be used for laundry, which should be washed at 40°C or 60°C 40-60 MIX separately. So, you can put into the drum the maximum load capacity in order to save energy and water.
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Programme information Programme information This programme can be selected with the following options: Spin Speed Reduction and Delay Start. This programme must be used for slightly soiled cotton items. 20 MIN. - 3 KG Max. load: 3 kg Washing temperature: 30°C Programme duration: 20 minutes Final spin speed: 1200 r.p.m.
Preparing the wash cycle Preparing the wash cycle Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Temperatures for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths, 95°...
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 load makes the most efficient use of water and energy.
Preparing the wash cycle Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable 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.
Preparing the wash cycle powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens, ● liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C ● max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only. The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme.
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 Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash temperature temperature temperature temperature 95°C 60°C...
Care and cleaning Care and cleaning You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry out any cleaning or maintenance work. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine.
Care and cleaning 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 top of the washing-in chamber, with a brush.
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Care and cleaning 4. Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. 5. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap. 6. When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the pump.
Care and cleaning Warning! When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When replacing the cover, ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it.
Care and cleaning Frost precautions If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: 1. Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. 2. Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out.
Something not working Something not working Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. During machine operation it is possible that the y y e e l l l l o o w w pilot light of button 8 flashes, one of the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the same some acoustic signals sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is not working:...
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Something not working Problem Possible cause/Solution The end of the drain hose is too low. The machine fills then empties • Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage» immediately: section. The drain hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the drain hose connection. The drain pump is clogged.
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Something not working Problem Cause possible/Solution The programme is still running. • Wait the end of washing cycle. The door lock has not been released. The door will not open: • Wait until the Door light has gone off. There is water in the drum. •...
Consumption value Consumption value Water consumption Energy consumption Programme duration Programme (in litres) (in kWh) (in minutes) 95° White Cottons 2.15 60° Cottons 40-60 Mix 1.35 40° Cottons 0.75 60° Synthetics 40° 0.45 Easy Iron 40° Delicates 30° Wool/Handwash/Silk 0.25 Rinses 0.05 Drain...
Installation 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 the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’s back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom.
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Installation 4. Unscrew and remove the two large rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts C. HEC0003 5. Remove the bracket D and tighten up the six smaller bolts C. Slide out the relevant plastic spacer E. HEC0023 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted on the door seal.
Installation 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 by putting pieces of wood, cardboard or similar materials under the machine.
Installation 3. 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. 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 authority and building regulations requirements.
Installation P1118 Important! The drain hose may be extended to a maximum of 4 metres. An additional drain hose and joining 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.
Environment concerns Enviroment concerns 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 appropriate collection containers. Old machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance. Help to keep your country tidy! The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
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Guarantee Garantie/Kundendienst, Garantie/service-clientèle, Garanzia/Servizio clienti, Guarantee/Customer Service Centres Servicestellen Points de Service Servizio dopo Point of Service vendita 5506 Mägenwil/Zürich 3018 Bern 1028 Préverenges Le 6916 Grancia Zona Industriestrasse 10 Morgenstrasse 131 Trési 6 Industriale E 9000 St. GallenZürcherstrasse 204 e 4127 Birsfelden Hauptstrasse 52 6020 Emmenbrücke...
Guarantee d’un bon de garantie ou d’un justificatif d’achat). Notre garantie couvre les frais de mains d’œuvres et de déplacement, ainsi que les pièces de rechange. Les conditions de garantie ne sont pas valables en cas d’intervention d’un tiers non autorisé, de l’emploi de pièces de rechange non originales, d’erreurs de maniement ou d’installation dues à...
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European Guarantee European Guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux in each of the countries listed at the back of this user manual, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee orotherwise by law. If you move from one of these countries to another of the...