AEG Lavamat 12843 Vit User Manual

							
LAVAMAT 11842 - 12843 VIT
User ManualWasher-dryer

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Dear Customer
Thank you for choosing one of our high-quality products. 
With this appliance you will experience the perfect combination of funct\
ional
design and cutting edge technology. 
Convince yourself that our appliances are engineered to deliver the best
performance and control - indeed we are setting the highest standards of
excellence. 
In addition to this you find environmental and energy saving aspects as an
integral part of our products. 
To ensure optimal and regular performance of your appliance please read this
instruction manual carefully. It will enable you to navigate all processes perfectly
and most efficiently. To refer to this manual any time you need to, we
recommend you to keep it in a safe place. And please pass it to any futur\
e owner
of the appliance. 
We wish you much joy with your new appliance.
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The following symbols are used in this manual:Important information concerning your personal safety and information on how to
avoid damaging the appliance
General information and tips
Environmental information

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Contents
Instruction booklet 6
Safety information 6
Product Description 9
Detergent dispenser drawer 9
Control panel 10
Display 11
Indicator pilot lights 11
First use 13
Personalization 13
Acoustic signal 13
Child safety lock 13
Daily use - Washing 14
Load the laundry 14
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 14
Select the required programme by turning the programme selector dial 14
Select the SPIN speed or RINSE HOLD option 15
Programme option buttons 15
Select the STAIN option 16
Select the TIME SAVING option 16
Select the EXTRA RINSE 16
Select the START/PAUSE 16
Select the DELAY START 17
Altering an option or a running programme 17
Interrupting a programme 17
Cancelling a programme 18
Opening the door after the programme has started 18
At the end of the programme 18
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Drying only 19
Select the drying programme by turning the programme selector dial 19
Select the drying time 19
At the end of the programme 20
Automatic washing and drying 20
Washing programmes 21
Programme information 23
Drying Time 24
Preparing the wash cycle 25
Sorting the laundry 25
Temperatures 25
Before loading the laundry 25
Maximum loads 25
Laundry weights 26
Removing stains 26
Detergents and additives 27
Quantity of detergent to be used 27
Degrees of water hardness 28
Preparing the drying cycle 28
Laundry not suitable for drying 28
Drying symbols label  29
Drying cycle duration 29
Additional drying  29
Care and cleaning 30
Descaling 30
After each wash 30
Maintenance wash 30
External cleaning 30
Detergent dispenser drawer 30

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Washing drum 31
Door seal 31
Drain pump 31
Water inlet filter 33
Emergency emptying out 33
Frost precautions 34
What to do if... 35
Technical Data 38
Consumption value 39
Installation 40
Unpacking 40
Positioning and levelling 42
Water inlet 42
Water-stop device 43
Water drainage 43
Electrical connection 44
Permanent connection 44
Building-in 45
Preparation and assembly of the door 45
Enviroment concerns 47
Packaging materials 47
Old machine 47
Ecological hints 47
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6Safety information
Instruction bookletSafety information
Prior to using for the first time
• The safety of AEG/ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industrystandards and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However,
as manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.
You  MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
 It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to
another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always
ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new
owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant
warnings.
 You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.
 Before first starting up, check the machine for any damage incurred during transport. Never connect up a damaged machine. If parts are damaged,
contact your supplier.
 If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus temperatures: Store the washer-dryer at room temperature for 24 hours
before using for the first time.
General safety
 It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product inany way.
 During high temperature washing and drying programmes the door glass may get hot. Do not touch it!
 Make sure that small pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please check into the drum before using.
 Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into th\
e
machine.
 Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the manufacturer’s
recommendations of quantities.
 Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tu\
b and
the inner drum.
 Do not use your washer-dryer to wash and dry articles with whalebones,

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material without hems or torn material.
 Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, cle\
an and maintenance.
 Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious
malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine
spare parts.
Installation
 When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt,\
 donot use it and contact the Service Centre.
 All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant
section in the user manual.
 After having installed the appliance, check that it is not pressing or standing on its electrical supply cable, inlet hose and drain hose.
 If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely
 Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections after the installation.
 If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the dangers of freezing chapter.
 Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
 Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
Use
 This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for pur\
posesother than those for which it was designed.
 Only wash and dry fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label.
 Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user manual.
 Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint,
ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine
washed.
 Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be
taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in
the machine.
Safety information

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 As some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed/dried in large commercialmachines because of their bulk, please check with the manufacturer of the
item before washing in a domestic machine.
 The users should always check that they have not  left their gas lighters (disposable or otherwise) in their clothing.
 Never dry items that have had contact with chemicals such as dry cleanin\
g fluid.These are of a volatile nature and could cause an explosion.
Only dry items which have been washed in water or require airing
.
 Plastic detergent dispensers should not remain in the drum during the dryingcycle, as the plastic used is not designed to withstand the heat. If you\
 wish to
wash-through-to-dry you should use the conventional detergent dispenser
drawer.
 Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.
 Never use the washer-dryer if the power supply cable, the control panel, the working surface or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washer-
dryer is accessible.
Child Safety
 This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) withreduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and\
knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concern\
ing
use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. 
 The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.
 Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.
 Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To prevent children
and pets becoming trapped inside the
drum, the machine incorporates a
special feature. 
To activate this device, rotate the button
(without pressing it) inside the door
clockwise until the groove is horizontal.
If necessary use a coin. To disable this
device and restore the possibility of
closing the door, rotate the button anti-
clockwise until the groove is vertical.
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9Product description 
Product description
Your new appliancemeets all modern requirements for effective treatment of
laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption.
The  NEW JET system allows total use of detergent and reduces water
consumption therefore saving energy.
Detergent dispenser drawer
Compartment for prewash phase or stain remover .
The prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The
stain remover is added at the proper time if the STAIN option is selected.
Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for  main wash.
Compartment for  liquid additives(fabric softener, starch).

Rating plate
Drain pump
Adjustable feetDetergent dispenser drawer
Control panel
Door opening handle1
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Control panel
Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as
well as the buttons, pilot lights and the display. These are represented by relevant
numbers on the following pages.
START/PAUSE button
DELAY START button
Indicator pilot lightsProgramme selector dial
SPIN reduction button
STAIN button
TIME SAVING button
EXTRA RINSE button
DRYING TIME button
Display

Control panel 
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5
6
7
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Symbols key: = Cottons, = Prewash, = Synthetics, = Easy
Iron Plus,  = Delicates, = Wool,  = Hand wash , = Cold,  =
Delicate Rinses,  = Drain,  = Spin,  = Synthetics drying,  = Cottons drying,  = Refresh,  ECO= Saving Energy programme,  =
Rinse Hold,  = Stain,  = Time Saving,  = Extra Rinse,  = Drying
Time,  = Start/Pause,  = Door locked light,  = Drying phase, 
= Washing phase,  = Delay Start,  = Remaining Time

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