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ÖKO_LAVAMAT 2550
The automatic washing machine which
takes care of the environment
Instructions for use
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Printed on biodegradable paper 2 He who believes in ecology, acts accordingly
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Contents Safety instructions Before using your machine for the first time 4 Safety Instructions for the user 4/5 The ÖKO-system 6 The packing 6 For the sake of the environment ... Öko-Tips for economical washing 7 Description of the machine Equipment 8/9 The compartment for detergent and additives 10 Summary of instructions for use 11 Before the wash Sorting the wash 12 Pre-wash treatment 13 Particular care for certain fabrics 13 Machine loads 13 Opening the automatic washing machine 14 Loading
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Safety instructions - Follow the installation and connection instructions Before using - Do not connect a damaged machine (e.g. damaged your machine for during transport) the first time - Small quantities of water in the detergent/additive compartment are due to factory tests - To remove residue from manufacturing in the wash drum and dispenser compartment, a wash programme without clothes should be carried out - e.g. colour wash 60°C with a 1/2 measuring beaker of detergent. The safety of AEG e
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- Do not switch the machine on if the electrical cord is damaged, or if the machine shows signs of damage to the control panel, the work surface or the base - Repairs to electrical appliances may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Incorrect repairs can result in considerable danger for the user. Please only contact our factory customer service or a repair workshop approved by us. Only original AEG spare parts fulfil all requirements. - Do not allow children to play with the machine,
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The ÖKO-system Your new ÖKO LAVAMAT from the AEG ÖKO System fulfils all current and future requirements of modern wash care and enables an individual and multiple choice of programmes. The most economical use of water, power and detergent contributes to environmental relief and ensures the best economy. The uniflow system Through the uniflow system, the detergent is continuously circulated. The system enables a 100% use of the detergent with every programme and all wash temperatures. This incr
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For the sake of the environment ... ÖKO tips for These instructions will help you to act in an environmentally economic conscious manner : washing For normally soiled washes, programmes without pre- wash are provided. Compared to a programme with pre-wash, you save on water and detergent. Only use detergent with bleach additive if the wash is soiled with spots which can be bleached. Bleaches are particularly effective at high temperatures. Consumption of the machine is most favourable when it
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Machine description AB C E F D Equipment A Control Panel B Programme selector with programme indicator C Temperature selector D Pilot light E INTENSIVE button F Spin speed reduction button 850/700 rpm. 8
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Equipment A B C D E A Control Panel B Lid C Handle for opening lid D Trap door for lint filter E Lever for castors 9
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The compartment for detergent and additives F H G F Compartment for Softener or pre-wash detergent G Detergent compartment for main wash H Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, fabric conditioner, starch) 10
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Summary of instructions for use Prepare the wash Sort, pre-wash treatment Choose the programme Set the programme selector to the required programme. If required, press additional buttons Open the lid Place the laundry in the drum Add detergent Close the lid Turn the temperature selector Choose and select the temperature and the cycle starts. At the end of the programme After 2 minutes of waiting time, open the lid. Remove the washing 11
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Before the wash Check that the fabrics are machine washable. This Sort the washing information is provided by the usual international washing symbols : High temperature wash Coloured wash Synthetics Delicate fabrics Wool Sort the wash according to type, degree of soiling and temperature. Woollen items with only the Wool symbol are not suitable for machine washing. To wash woollen items, the additional note “does not mat” or “machine washable” is necessary. The items with the following symbol
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New, dark coloured items often have an excess of dye. During the wash, this can be transferred to lighter coloured fabrics. It is better to wash such items separately the first time. Pre-wash Treat stains as soon as possible, while they are still treatment fresh, with water, soap or appropriate pre-wash treatment (stain spray, pre-wash paste etc) Care with Empty Pockets certain fabrics In particular, remove metallic objects (paper clips, safety pins etc.) Button pillow slips. Close zip fastene
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Notice for Test Institutes : For tests similar to IEC 456 (new) with standard load A the maximum load is 4,05 kg. Whenever possible, wash with a full load as this ensures maximum efficiency. Do not overfill. This has a negative result on the washing results. With synthetics articles particularly prone to creasing, you should reduce the load. To open the drum, press the button on the drum lid, press Opening the drum lid down and open slowly. Load the washing and the washing then close the drum
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Detergent Choice of You may use all modern detergents suited to domestic detergent washing machines. The use of the detergent depends on the type of wash and the degree of soiling. Soiling is differentiated according to : Dirt, e.g. dust, soot, sweat, grease etc. Bleachable stains, e.g. red wine, fruit, vegetables etc. Protein stains, e.g. blood, milk etc. The different types of washing products are : Washing powders containing bleach Liquid detergents, not containing bleach Colour and delicate
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Detergent The quantity of detergent used depends on the size of the Quantities wash, the hardness of the water and the degree of soiling. Follow the instructions on the detergent packet. Your local water supply company can supply information concerning the hardness of the water. Water hardness Degree dH mmol/L I - soft below 8 below 1,4 II - medium hard 8 - 14 1,4 - 2,5 III - hard 15 - 21 2,6 - 3,7 IV - very hard over 21 over 3,7 If the detergent manufacturer gives no quantity indications
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1 3 2 There are three compartments in the detergent and Adding Detergent additive dispenser. Compartment 1 = softener for programmes without pre-wash ; washing powder and powder softener for programmes with pre-wash or soak. Compartment 2 = washing powder for the main wash ; for programmes with pre-wash, also the softener. Compartment 3 = Liquid additives (fabric softener and conditioner, starch) Please note the following : For programmes with pre-wash and addition of Adding powders detergent a
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Choosing the wash programme The wash programme is chosen with the programme selector, the temperature adjustment knob and the buttons. For normally soiled articles, choose a programme without pre-wash. For dirty articles choose a programme with pre- wash or use the “intensive” button (refer to the button description). For protein based stains (blood, cocoa), we recommend a programme with pre-wash. For heavily stained articles (fruit, vegetables, tea) press the INTENSIVE button. Programme The
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During the programme, the dial of the programme selector The programme rotates in steps and indicates which part of the programme indicator is running. Push Buttons By combining main and additional programmes with the buttons, a programme for all needs can be obtained. 19
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INTENSIVE This feature increases the wash “efficiency” by lengthening the wash time after the heating phase. You may reduce spin speed with this button for all Spin speed programmes. If you do not press this button, spinning 850/700 push takes place at maximum speed. button 20
