AEG Lavamat 1620 Information Manual

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If the wash result is not satisfactory
The washing is grey and there are limescale deposits in the drum
Too little detergent was used.
An incorrect detergent was used.
Individual stains were not pre-treated.
The programme or temperature was not set properly.
There are grey stains on the washing 
Items that were soiled with ointments, fats or oils were washed using 
too little detergent.
The wash temperature used was too low.
A common cause is that conditioner – in particular the type in con-
centrated...

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Carrying out an emergency drain
1Warning! Prior to carrying out an emergency drain, switch off the 
washing machine and remove the power plug from the power point.
Warning! The water that comes out of the emergency drain hose may 
be hot. There is a risk of scalding. Let the water cool before performing 
an emergency drain!
1.Open the plinth flap and remove it.
2.Remove the emergency drain hose.
3.Place a shallow container under-
neath it. Then loosen the drain plug 
by turning it in an anti-clockwise...

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Drain pump
The drain pump is maintenance-free. It is only necessary to open the 
pump cover if there is a malfunction and water is no longer being 
pumped out, e.g. if the pump wheel is blocked. 
Before loading the machine, please always ensure that there are no for-
eign bodies present in the pockets or in between the items to be 
washed. Paper clips, nails, etc. which may find their way into the wash-
ing machine along with the washing will remain in the drain pump 
housing (foreign body trap that...

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Disposal
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Packaging material
The packaging materials are environmentally friendly and can be recy-
cled. The plastic components are identified by markings, e.g. >PEPS

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Technical data
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This appliance conforms with the following EU Directives:
–73/23/EEC dated 19.02.1973 Low Voltage Directive
–89/336/EEC dated 03.05.1989 EMC Directive inclusive of Amending 
Directive 92/31/EEC
–93/68/EEC dated 22.07.1993 CE Marking Directive
Consumption values
The consumption values for selected programmes provided in the fol-
lowing table were determined under standard conditions. They may 
vary when operating in domestic conditions. 
Height x Width x Depth850 x 598 x 640 mm
Depth...

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Installation and connection instructions
1Safety information concerning 
installation
This washing machine cannot be built-in.
Before using for the first time, check the appliance for damage sus-
tained while it was being transported. Do not under any circumstanc-
es connect an appliance that is damaged to the mains. In the event of 
damage to the appliance contact your supplier.
Be sure to remove all the components of the transport lock before us-
ing the appliance for the first time. Otherwise when...

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Installing the appliance
Transporting the appliance
1Warning: The washing machine is very heavy. There is a risk of injury. 
Exercise care when lifting the appliance.
Do not lay the washing machine on its front nor on its right side 
(as seen from the front). Electrical components may get wet.
Never transport the appliance without using the transport lock. Only 
remove the transport lock when the appliance is in its place of instal-
lation. Transporting the appliance without the use of the transport...

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2.Remove the power supply cable and 
the draining hose from the hose 
holders on the rear of the appliance.
3.With a suitable spanner unscrew and 
remove the central rear bolt A. Slide 
out the relevant plastic spacer.
4.Unscrew and remove the two large 
rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts 
C.
 

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5.Remove the bracket D.
6.Refit the six smaller bolts C.
7.Open the porthole and remove the 
polystyrene block fitted with the ad-
hesive tape on the door seal.
8.Fill the smaller upper hole and the 
two large ones with the correspond-
ing plastic plug caps supplied in the 
bag containing the instruction 
booklet.
Important!
All the different plug caps are sup-
plied with the appliance in the plas-
tic bag containing the instruction 
booklet.
 

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Connect the water inlet hose as described under the paragraph “Water 
inlet”.
Where to install
Important! The washing machine must not be operated in a room 
where there is a danger of frost. There is a risk of frost damage or ad-
verse effect on the perfomance of the machine. Frost damage is not 
covered under the warranty.
The surface on which the appliance is to be installed must be firm 
and level. Do not install the appliance on carpeted floors or soft floor 
coverings.
The surface on which the...