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Detergent dispenser drawer

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 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 dispenser drawer and start the
machine.

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Cancelling a programme

To cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selector
dial to the RESET 

O

position.

Warning!

After a programme which ends with water in the drum

(RINSE HOLD

option), turn the selector dial first to

O

and then to

the  DRAIN programme “C”.

Altering a programme which is running

To alter a programme, first set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the
START/PAUSE button.
Any function can be modified before the machine starts it. After select-
ing the new option press the START/PAUSE 

button again to re-

start the selected programme.
To modify the selected programme turn the programme selector dial to

O

and then choose a new programme.

The water is 

not

emptied out and after pressing the START/PAUSE but-

ton again the machine restarts with the newly selected programme.

Opening the door after the programme has started

To open the door set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE
button.
The door can be opened if:

• the machine is not already heating or drying;

• the water level is not above the bottom edge of the door;

• the drum is not turning.

The light 

on the control panel indicates if the door can be

opened:

• green light: the door can be opened;

• unlit light: the door cannot be opened;

• flashing red light: the door is open.

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Description of the appliance

Description of the appliance

Summary of Contents for LAVAMAT 12700

Page 1: ...C The environmentally friendly washer dryer La lavadora secadora ecológica Instruction booklet Instrucciones para el uso AUS ERFAHRUNG GUT 95 60 50 40 30 60 50 40 40 30 40 30 40 E F D C B A 12700 ÖKO_LAVAMAT TURBO 1200 1000 900 700 400 ...

Page 2: ... 3 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 funct...

Page 3: ...ying only 24 How to wash 25 Load the laundry 25 Add detergent and additive 25 Selection of the desired wash programme 26 Selection of the desired options 26 Selection of the SPIN SPEED or RINSE HOLD option 26 Selection of the EXTRA RINSE 27 Selection of the DELAY START option 27 Starting the programme 28 At the end of the programme 28 Automatic washing and drying NON STOP programme 29 Programme ch...

Page 4: ...he water tap after use 7 Safety instructions The safety of AEG appliances complies with the industry standards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances However as man ufacturers we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes General safety Repairs to the machine must be carried out only by qualified person nel Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons could cause se...

Page 5: ...S polystyrene PP polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers Machine Use authorised disposal sites for your old appliance Help to keep your country tidy Tips for environmental protection To save water energy and to help protect the environment we recommend that you follow these tips Normally soiled laundry may be washed with...

Page 6: ...elector dial is divided into 5 sec tions Cottons Synthetics Delicates Woollens hand washing Special programmes A F Reset programme O 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 A C B D F G H E 95 60 50 40 30 60 50 40 40 30 40 30 ...

Page 7: ...in in programmes for Cotton and Synthetics and with emptying of the water without spinning for Delicates Description of the appliance Position at 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 wash START PAUSE button This button has three functions a Start After having selected the required programme press ...

Page 8: ...not be used with SOAK and STAINS For use when washing heavily soiled laundry Important By depressing at the same time buttons and the machine will perform an extra rinse see page 27 SPIN SPEED Press this button to reduce the maximum speed of the final speed proposed by the machine for the selected programme or to select option RINSE HOLD The maximum spin speed for cotton is 1200 rpm for syn thetic...

Page 9: ... water in the drum RINSE HOLD option turn the selector dial first to O and then to the DRAIN programme C Altering a programme which is running To alter a programme first set the machine to PAUSE by pressing the START PAUSE button Any function can be modified before the machine starts it After select ing the new option press the START PAUSE button again to re start the selected programme To modify ...

Page 10: ...om 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 i...

Page 11: ...unt of detergent for lightly soiled garments Judge the amount according to the detergent manufacturer s instructions and size of the load the water hardness the harder the water the more detergent required Instructions according to water hardness are given on the detergent pack Liquid detergent Liquid detergent can be poured directly into the main wash compartment of the dispenser drawer immediate...

Page 12: ...orm the RINSE programme A to be sure that any residue that may remain in the tub is completely removed and does not stick to garments dried afterwards After each drying cycle the filter should be checked and cleaned 23 Preparing the drying cycle As a dryer the machine works on the condensation principle Therefore the water tap must be open and the drain hose must drain water into a sink or into th...

Page 13: ... end of the cycle turn the programme selector dial to O and remove the laundry 24 Preparing the drying cycle How to wash Max load cottons 5 0 kg synthetics and delicates 2 5 kg wool 2 0 kg Load the laundry Open the door Place the laundry in the drum one item at a time Distribute laundry as evenly as possi ble Close the door Add detergent and additive Pull the drawer out till it stops Pour the main...

Page 14: ...nd to the soak time If no delay time is selected the soak pro gramme will last about 30 minutes When the START PAUSE button is pressed the selected delay will appear again on the display and the machine starts its countdown 27 26 How to wash How to wash Selection of the desired wash programme Turn the programme selector dial to the desired position the lights corresponding to the different phases ...

Page 15: ... 700 r p m for synthetics Select the drying time Start the programme by depressing the START PAUSE button At the end of the programme turn the selector dial to O Remove the laundry 29 How to wash Starting the programme 1 Check that the water tap is open 2 Press START PAUSE to start the programme If the Delay Start option has been selected the programme will start at the end of the count down If th...

Page 16: ...icated on the energy label refer to the 60 C wash programme for cotton The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indica tive as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature It refers to the highest tem perature for each wash programme Wash programme White Cottons Temp 95 60 Fabrics Cotton and linen...

Page 17: ... Water litres Energy kWh Duration minutes Cotton Store dry 1200 2 5 kg 24 1 85 75 85 Cotton Iron dry 1200 2 5 kg 18 1 3 55 65 Synthetics Store dry 900 2 kg 25 1 2 85 95 Degree of drying Type of fabric Max load Spin speed Drying time mins Store 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 85 1 5 kg 1200 45...

Page 18: ...leaning and maintenance P0860 P0859 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 Periodical cleaning Exterior Clean the outside of the cabinet with soap and water only Rinse wi...

Page 19: ...6 Cleaning and maintenance 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 ...

Page 20: ...se are clogged E20 the hose The RINSE HOLD option Empty out the water by stop with water in drum pressing the START button has been selected or selecting the DRAIN programme The laundry is not evenly Redistribute the laundry distributed inside the drum manually in the drum There is water on the floor Too much detergent has Measure detergent been used according to the manufacturer s instructions An...

Page 21: ... try using liquid deter gents 41 40 Something not working Something not working Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin The unbalance detection If the laundry is not evenly device that prevents distributed inside the drum excessive vibration during at the beginning of the spinning has cut in spin cycle the machine detects this and tries to redistribute it more evenly by means of a few dr...

Page 22: ...o solve the problem by yourself with the help of the troubleshooting chart see section Something not working when the engineer has to come out several times because he has not been given all the relevant information he needs and so for example has to fetch spare parts Repeated trips can be avoided if you prepare your call to the Service centre as described above 43 Technical data Height x Width x ...

Page 23: ... 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 culate freely between the adjustable feet and the floor The ins...

Page 24: ...ever place cardboard wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor 47 Installation 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...

Page 25: ... cm The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated i e the inside diameter of the drain pipe must be larger than the outside diameter of the drain hose The drain hose must not be kinked Run it along the floor only the part near the drainage point must be raised 48 Installation Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220 230 V single phase 50 Hz supply Check that your do...

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