AEG 1261, Instruction Booklet

Page 1: ...TEMPERATURE 30 40 50 60 70 80 95 ON OFF 90 120 0 30 60 90 120 0 DRYING TIME ON DRYING EASY CARES COTTONS 60 30 RINSE WASH COTTONS WHITES RINSES SOFTENERS SPIN DRYING EXTRA PREWASH EASY CARES DRYING SOFTENERS RINSES DELICATES WOOLLENS WOOLLENS RINSES SOFTENERS PUMP OUT SHORT SPIN DELICATES QUICK SUPER WHITES COLOUREDS FAST COLOUREDS NO FAST COLOUR ...

Page 2: ...al 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 Important Your machine is fitted with a balance control device which ensures the ma chine is stable...

Page 3: ...al 12 SPIN SPEED reduction button 12 QUICK WASH button 12 SUPER RINSE button 12 Detergent dispenser drawer 13 Before the first wash 14 Preparing the wash cycle 14 Sorting out and preparing the laundry 14 Weight of laundry 15 Types of fabric and care labels 15 Detergents and additives 17 Which detergent 17 WHITES 17 NON BIOLOGICAL 17 COLOUREDS 17 DELICATE ITEMS 17 LAUNDRY BLEACH 17 And in which for...

Page 4: ...ramme 23 At the end of the programme 23 How to dry 24 Drying only 24 Automatic washing and drying NON STOP programme 24 Programme charts 25 27 Washing 25 26 Drying 27 Cleaning and maintenance 28 After each wash 28 Periodical cleaning 28 Exterior 28 Detergent dispenser drawer 28 Drain filter 29 Water inlet filters 29 Emergency emptying out 30 Frost precautions 30 Something not working 31 Troublesho...

Page 5: ...2 Front view and side view 42 Rear view 42 Installation 43 Unpacking 43 Positioning 44 Levelling 44 Water inlet 44 Water drainage 45 In the interest of the environment 46 Electrical connections 46 Permanent connection 47 5 Contents ...

Page 6: ...p are 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 and during the drying cycle the door glass may get hot Let the water cool down before carrying out emergency emptying or bef...

Page 7: ... 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...

Page 8: ...tect the environment we recommend that 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 The machine works more economically if it is fully loaded for both washing and drying cycles When small loads are washed use only half to two thirds of the rec ommended amount of detergent The machine will c...

Page 9: ... dry and soft laun dry in a short time 3 compartment drawer for detergent and fabric softener Important Your machine is fitted with a balance control device which ensures the machine 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 control device may have operated It will ...

Page 10: ...30 40 50 60 70 80 95 ON OFF 90 120 0 30 60 90 120 0 DRYING TIME ON DRYING EASY CARES COTTONS 60 30 RINSE WASH COTTONS WHITES RINSES SOFTENERS SPIN DRYING EXTRA PREWASH EASY CARES DRYING SOFTENERS RINSES DELICATES WOOLLENS WOOLLENS RINSES SOFTENERS PUMP OUT SHORT SPIN DELICATES QUICK SUPER WHITES COLOUREDS FAST COLOUREDS NO FAST COLOUR ...

Page 11: ...wise COLD the machine performs a cold wash the washing water is not heat ed 1200 600 COLD TEMPERATURE 30 40 50 60 70 80 95 ON OFF 90 120 0 30 60 90 120 0 DRYING TIME ON DRYING EASY CARES COTTONS 60 30 RINSE WASH COTTONS WHITES RINSES SOFTENERS SPIN DRYING EXTRA PREWASH EASY CARES DRYING SOFTENERS RINSES DELICATES WOOLLENS WOOLLENS RINSES SOFTENERS PUMP OUT SHORT SPIN DELICATES QUICK SUPER WHITES C...

Page 12: ...o cool down a cooling phase starts automatical ly 10 minutes before the end of drying and this phase must in no cir cumstances be reduced or interrupted SPIN SPEED reduction button By depressing this button the spin speed is reduced as follows cottons from 1200 to 600 rpm short spin programme for easy cares and delicates from 650 to 450 rpm short spin programme for wool from 1000 to 650 rpm QUICK ...

Page 13: ...ves fabric softener starch It is emptied at 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 compartment of the dis penser drawer and st...

Page 14: ... 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 colour...

Page 15: ...e 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 60 40 30 40 60 95 15 Preparing the wash cycle Sort of laundry A...

Page 16: ...s 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 Fabrics marked with the symbol wool can be machine washed only if the label indicates does not felt or machine washable If the label has the symbol hand wash or do not wash the garments must not be machine washed 40 30 40 16 Preparing the...

Page 17: ...ON BIOLOGICAL If you prefer to use a non biological detergent which does not contain enzymes we recommend Fairy Fairy provides good cleaning and stain removal a COLOUREDS For coloured items you should use a detergent which is designed to clean while maintaining the original colour Ariel Color does not contain bleach and therefore helps to preserve colours DELICATE ITEMS When washing delicates such...

Page 18: ...aller 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 bef...

Page 19: ...g Particularly delicate items such as synthetic curtains woollen and silk garments with metal inserts nylon stockings bulky garments such as anoraks bedcovers quilts sleeping bags and duvets must not be machine dried Garments padded with foam rubber or materials similar to foam rubber must not be machine dried they represent a fire hazard Also fabrics containing residues of setting lotions or hair...

Page 20: ...y only for cottons cupboard dry or iron dry the type of laundry the size of load The usual drying times are indicated in the programme chart As you become more familiar with the appliance you will discover the drying times that best suit your needs according to the various type of fabric It is a good idea to make a note of these times Fibre residue After drying fluffy fabrics such as new towels it...

Page 21: ...ing Automatic washing and drying NON STOP programme The NON STOP programme can be used with cottons easy cares It cannot be used for delicate fabrics and woollens Warning the maximum load sizes for NON STOP operation washing plus drying are as follows cottons and linen max 2 5 kg easy cares max 1 75 kg The drying time should be selected after choosing the wash programme 21 Preparing the drying cyc...

Page 22: ...ftener into compartment without exceeding the MAX mark Close the drawer pushing it fully in Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the desired position Selection of the temperature Turn the temperature selector dial to the required position 22 COTTONS WHITES RINSES SOFTENERS SPIN DRYING EXTRA PREWASH EASY CARES DRYING SOFTENERS RINSES DELICATES WOOLLE...

Page 23: ...cares delicates or wool lens the water of the last rinse must be emptied out before opening the door The door is controlled by a safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme Switch the machine off by pressing the ON OFF button the mains on light goes out Remove the laundry from the drum Check that the drum is empty so as to avoid a subsequent wash being damaged by any forg...

Page 24: ... goes out Remove the laundry Automatic washing and drying NON STOP programme Warning For NON STOP programmes it is also essential not to exceed the maximum load sizes of 2 5 kg for cottons and 1 75 kg for easy cares Load the laundry Add detergent and additive Select the wash programme and temperature Select eventually the required options by means of the relevant buttons If possible do not reduce ...

Page 25: ...functions Max load 5 kg Whites 60 95 White cotton for exam ple normally soiled work garments sheets house hold linen underwear towels SUPER RINSE QUICK WASH 1200 600 5 kg Fast coloured 40 60 Fast coloured cotton or linen fabrics shirts underwear towels SUPER RINSE QUICK WASH 1200 600 5 kg No fast coloured 30 40 No fast coloured cot ton or linen fabrics shirts blouses under wear SUPER RINSE QUICK W...

Page 26: ...mixed fabrics underwear coloured garments non shrink shirts blouses Additional functions QUICKWASH Max load 2 kg Woollens COLD 40 Specially tested pro gramme for wool gar ments bearing the Pure new wool non shrink machine wash able label 1 kg Delicates COLD 40 Delicate fabrics for example curtains 2 kg Rinses COLD Separate rinse cycle for hand washed gar ments 2 kg Softeners COLD Hand washed items...

Page 27: ... load 2 5 kg Spin speed 1200 Drying time mins 85 1 kg 1200 50 Cupboard dry Suitable for items to put away without ironing Iron dry Suitable for ironing Cotton and linen towels T shirts bathrobes 2 5 kg 1200 75 1 kg 1200 40 Easy cares and mixed fabrics jumpers blouses underwear household linen 1 75 kg 900 90 1 kg 900 55 Cotton and linen sheets tablecloths shirts etc 2 5 kg 1200 55 1 kg 1200 30 Easy...

Page 28: ...ith 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 To facilitate cleaning the top ...

Page 29: ...f the filter Pull out the filter Clean the filter under a running tap then refit it screwing it fully in Water inlet filters If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill check that the filters in the water inlet hoses are not blocked Turn off the water taps Unscrew the hoses from the taps and re move the filters Clean them with a stiff brush Refit the filters and screw the hoses back on...

Page 30: ...e 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 taps and unscrew the water inlet hoses from the taps Place the end of the drain hose and the inlet hoses in a bowl placed on the floor Select the PUMP OUT programme and run it until the machine stops Press the ON OFF button to switch th...

Page 31: ...neer 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 If after all checks the problem persists contact your local AEG Service Force Centre Problem The machine does not work Possible cause The ON OFF button Depress the button has not been depressed The main electrical fuse or Replace the fu...

Page 32: ... the manufacturer s instructions An unsuitable detergent Use a suitable washing has been used that machine detergent creates too much foam One of the connectors on Check that the hoses are the water inlet hoses is firmly screwed on at both leaking ends The drain filter has not Fully screw the filter into been properly screwed on place after cleaning Solution The machine does not fill The water tap...

Page 33: ...ased the door lock to release There is water in the drum Before opening the door the water must be emptied out Solution The machine vibrates or is noisy The transit bolts have Check that the machine not been removed has been unpacked as described in the Installation section The feet have not been Carefully level the machine adjusted There is little laundry in Correct operation of the the drum mach...

Page 34: ...till tangled the machine will not spin Therefore if the laundry is still wet at the end of the cycle it is advisable to redistribute it manually inside the drum and to select the spin programme again Problem Possible cause Solution The machine will not dry or the laundry is not dry enough The water taps are closed Open the water taps The drain filter is clogged Clean the filter The drying time has...

Page 35: ...e 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 componen...

Page 36: ...ramme 5 kg max Use domestic Drum speed during washing max 55 rpm Drum speed during spinning 1200 1000 650 rpm max Water pressure 1 10 bar 10 100N cm2 0 1 1 0Mpa 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 36 ...

Page 37: ...ce engineer or wish to purchase spare parts con tact your local AEG Service Force Centre by telephoning 0990 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 4 The model production numb...

Page 38: ... general enquiries regarding your AEG appliance or further infor mation on AEG products please contact our Customer Care Depart ment Customer Care Department AEG Domestic Appliances 55 77 High Street Slough Berkshire SL1 1DZ Tel 08705 350350 ...

Page 39: ...ication 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 t...

Page 40: ...in 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 ...

Page 41: ...ved Refer to the relevant paragraph Any electrical work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified electrician Any plumbing work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified plumber 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...

Page 42: ...ON DRYING EASY CARES COTTONS 60 30 RINSE WASH COTTONS WHITES RINSES SOFTENERS SPIN DRYING EXTRA PREWASH EASY CARES DRYING SOFTENERS RINSES DELICATES WOOLLENS WOOLLENS RINSES SOFTENERS PUMP OUT SHORT SPIN DELICATES QUICK SUPER WHITES COLOUREDS FAST COLOUREDS NO FAST COLOUR 1200 600 570 40 600 940 30 Cold water 340 170 50 40 45 85 Power cable Drain 210 Hot water ...

Page 43: ...machine and release the two plastic bags by removing the adhesive strip Carefully remove the right hand bag 1 then the left hand bag 2 by pulling them towards the centre of the machine 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 fitted Plug the open holes with the plugs which you will find in t...

Page 44: ... installed it is easily accessi ble for the engineer in the event of a breakdown Installation on a Suspended Floor Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel at least 15 mm thick under the appliance secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws If possible install the appliance in one of the corners of ...

Page 45: ...es correctly by loosening the ring nuts After positioning the inlet hoses be sure to tighten the ring nuts again to prevent leaks 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 th...

Page 46: ...his water is discharged directly into a river or stream and may cause pollution If you require any further advice please contact your local authority drainage department 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 i...

Page 47: ...he plug moulded on to the lead incorporates a fuse For replacement use a 13 Amp BS1363A 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 Permanent connection In the case of a perm...

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