User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EWF10831

[. . . ] 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 . . . . . . . . . . 67 147753470 EWF10831, EWF10831G contents electrolux 3 The symbols you will see on some paragraphs of this booklet have the following meaning: The warning triangle and/or the key words (Warning!, Caution!) emphasize information that is particularly important for your safety or correct functioning of the appliance. The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance. Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol. EN Our contribution to the protection of the environment: we use environmentally friendly paper. CONTENTS Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 6 7 8 17 20 21 23 26 30 31 34 4 electrolux safety information SAFETY INFORMATION This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. [. . . ] Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. EN Temperatures 90°C for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e. g. teacloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets. . . ). Maximum loads Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: Synthetics: Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum full but not too tightly packed; drum no more than half full; drum no more than one third full. for normally soiled, colourfast garments (e. g. shirts, night 50°C dresses, pyjamas. . . . ) in linen, 60°C cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e. g. underwear). net curtains), mixed laundry (room including synthetic fibres and temp. ) woollens bearing the label 30°C pure new wool, machine 40°C washable, non-shrink. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. Before loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds together. New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately the first time. hair clips, safety pins, pins). 18 electrolux washing hints Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe napkin quilt cover sheet pillow case tablecloth towels tea cloth night dress ladies' briefs man's work shirt man's shirt man's pyjamas blouse men's underpants 1200 g 100 g 700 g 500 g 200 g 250 g 200 g 100 g 200 g 100 g 600 g 200 g 500 g 100 g 100 g Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only). Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only). Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone (*), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain. Lipstick: moisten with acetone (*) as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone (*), then with acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste. (*) do not use acetone on artificial silk. Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be careful with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been damaged and the fabric tends to hole. Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc. ), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling. washing hints electrolux 19 Only low suds Front load washer detergents should be used in this appliance: powder detergents for all types of fabric. powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60 °C max) and woollens, liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash program (60 °C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only. [. . . ] Slide out the relevant pin. EN 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. Cover all the open holes with the plugs which you can find in the bag containing the instruction booklet. 32 electrolux installation Positioning Install the machine on a flat hard floor. Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. [. . . ]