User manual AEG-ELECTROLUX EWF14780W

[. . . ] user manual Washing Machine EWF 12780 W EWF 14780 W 2 electrolux Electrolux. Thinking of you. Share more of our thinking at www. electrolux. com Contents Safety information Product description Control panel First use Personalisation Daily use Helpful hints and tips Washing programmes 2 4 5 7 8 8 11 13 Care and cleaning What to do if. . . Technical data Consumption values Installation Electrical connection Environment concerns 17 21 23 23 24 27 27 Subject to change without notice Safety information Important!· The safety of Your appliance complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. [. . . ] Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone1), 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. 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. All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance: · powder detergents for all types of fabric Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. 1) do not use acetone on artificial silk electrolux 13 · 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. If using liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. Your appliance incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer . Degrees of water hardness Water hardness is classified in so-called "degrees" of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of hardness (from degree of hardness II). The quantity of detergent can then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (= soft). Characteristic soft medium hard very hard Degrees of water hardness German °dH 0-7 8-14 15-21 > 21 French °T. H. 0-15 16-25 26-37 > 37 Level 1 2 3 4 Washing programmes Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry COTTON 90°-Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm for model EWF 12780 W (1400 rpm for model EWF 14780 W) Max. COTTON ECONOMY 90°-40° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm for model EWF 12780 W (1400 rpm for model EWF 14780 W) Max. This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton items. Options Detergent Compartment SPIN, NO SPIN, RINSE HOLD, NIGHT CYCLE, EASY IRON, EXTRA RINSE, TIME MANAGER 1) SPIN, NO SPIN, RINSE HOLD, NIGHT CYCLE, EASY IRON, EXTRA RINSE 14 electrolux Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry COTTON WITH PREWASH + 90°-Cold Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm for model EWF 12780 W (1400 rpm for model EWF 14780 W) Max. load 3, 5 kg For white or coloured cottons with prewash phase (heavily soiled items). COTTON ECONOMY WITH PREWASH + Options Detergent Compartment SPIN, NO SPIN, RINSE HOLD, NIGHT CYCLE, EASY IRON, EXTRA RINSE, TIME MANAGER 1) 2) 90°-40° Prewash - Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed 1200 rpm for model EWF 12780 W (1400 rpm for model EWF 14780 W) Max. This programme can be selected for normally soiled cotton items with stains. [. . . ] Angle the hose to the left or right depending on the position of your water tap. machine. In this case, make sure the end cannot come unhooked when the machine is emptying. This could be done by tying it to the tap with a piece of string or attaching it to the wall. 3. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. [. . . ]