AEG Lavamat 16820 Instruction Booklet

							Programme chart
Wash programmes
In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on the
energy label refer to the “ECONOMY 60°C” wash programme for cotton.
* The consumption data shown on this chart is to be used as a guide only, as it
may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water tem-
perature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest temperature
for each wash programme.
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Wash 
programme
White
Cottons
Temp.
95°-60°
Fabrics
Cotton and linen,
for example nor-
mally soiled work
garments, sheets,
household linen,
underwear, towels.
Additional
functions
STAIN
PREWASH  
TIME SAVER 
SENSITIVE
EXTRA RINSE 
RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED 
Max.
load
6 kg
ECONOMY60°
Cotton and linen, for
example normally to
lightly soiled sheets
and household linen.STAIN
PREWASH 
SENSITIVE
EXTRA RINSE 
RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED 
6 kg
Coloured
cottons
60°-
40°-30°
40°-60°
MIXColoured cotton or
linen fabric, shirts,
underwear, towels.
STAIN
PREWASH 
TIME SAVER SENSITIVE
EXTRA RINSE 
RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED 6 kg
Easy cares
60°-50°
40°
EASY
IRONSynthetic fabrics,
underwear,
coloured garments,
non-shrink shirts,
blouses.STAIN
PREWASH 
TIME SAVER 
SENSITIVE
EXTRA RINSE 
RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED 
3 kg
Delicates40°-30°
COLDDelicate fabrics, for
example curtains.
STAIN
PREWASH 
TIME SAVER 
EXTRA RINSE 
RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED 
3 kg
Wool/silk40°-30
COLDWool, wool mix-
tures, silk and
handwash.RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED 2 kg
Energy
kWh
0.50
0.35
Water
lt.
57
50
Duration
min.
2.3058143
1.0745127
1.3055122
0.855390
58
57
Consumption*
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ProgrammeDescrip-
tionProgramme phasesAdditional
functionsMax.
load
Rinse
This pro-
gramme can
be used for
rinsing hand
washed gar-
ments.
3 rinses with liquid
additive.
Short spin.
(900 rpm max)
RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED6 kg
Softeners
Hand washed
garments to
be starched
or softened.1 rinse with liquid
additive.
Long spin.RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED6 kg
Drain
For emptying
out the last
rinse water in
programmes
with the Rinse
Hold option
The water is emptied
out./
SpinSeparate spin
for cottons.Long spin.SPIN SPEED6 kg
Delicate
spin
Separate spin
for easy cares
and delicate
fabrics.
Short spin.
(900 rpm max)SPIN SPEED3 kg
Energy
kWh
0.03
/
/
Water
lt.
50
/
/
Duration
min.
23
/2024
2
//13
6
O/OFF
For cancelling the
programme which
is running or to
switch the machine
off.
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Consumption*
Programme chart
Special programmes
* The consumption data shown on this chart is to be used as a guide only, as
it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet
water temperature and on the ambient temperature.
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Degree of dryingType of fabric Max. loadSpin speedDrying time
mins
Cupboard dry (*)
Suitable for items to
put away without
ironing
Iron dry
Suitable for ironing
Cotton and
linen (towels,
T-shirts,
bathrobes)3 kg160075-85
1.5 kg160040-50
Easy cares and
mixed fabrics
(jumpers,
blouses,
underwear,
household
linen)
2 kg90070-80
1 kg90035-45
Cotton and
linen (sheets,
tablecloths,
shirts, etc.)3 kg160055-65
1.5 kg160035-45
Extra dry
Ideal for towelling
materialsCotton and
linen
(bathrobes,
bath towels
etc.)3 kg160085-95
1.5 kg160045-55
Programme chart
Timed Drying
(*) The CUPBOARD DRY drying programme for cotton is the reference pro-
gramme for the Energy Label data, in compliance with standard EEC 92/75.
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							Consumption data for timed drying
The values shown in the chart have been obtained in laboratory tests.
They may vary when the appliance is used at home, but they can be
used as a guide.
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Degree of dryingSpin speedMax 
loadWater
litresEnergy
kWhDuration
minutes
Cotton
Extra dry16003 kg232,4085-95
Cotton
Cupboard dry16003 kg202,1075-85
Easy cares
Cupboard dry9002 kg201,2070-80
Cotton
Iron dry16003 kg161,6055-65
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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.
Maintenance Wash
With the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up
of residues inside the drum. 
We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis.
To run a maintenance wash:
The drum should be empty of laundry.
Select the hottest cotton wash programme.  
Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder (such as Ariel
Futur).
Periodical cleaning
Exterior
Clean the outside of the cabinet with soap and water only. Rinse with
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. 
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							To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the
additive compartment can be removed.
Detergent can also accumulate inside the
drawer recess: clean it with an old tooth-
brush.
Refit the drawer after cleaning.
Door seal
Regularly check to see, if there are deposits
or foreign objects in the rubber seal behind
the door and remove them.
Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if
the machine does not empty and/or spin 
the machine makes an unusual noise during draining due to objects
such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking the pump. 
Proceed as follows:
Disconnect the appliance. 
If necessary wait until the water has cooled down. 
Open the pump door.
Place a contain-
er close to the
pump to collect
any spillage. 
Release the
emergency emp-
tying hose, place
it in the con-
tainer and
remove its cap.
When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump and remove it.
Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing
the pump.
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							Remove any
objects from the
pump impeller by
rotating it.
Put the cap back
on the emergency
emptying hose and
place the latter
back in its seat.
Screw the pump fully in.
Close the pump door.
Water inlet filter
If you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that the
filter in the water inlet hose is not blocked.
Turn off the water tap.
Unscrew the hose from the tap.
Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff brush.
Screw the hose back onto the tap.
Emergency emptying out
If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the
machine:
 pull out the plug from the power socket; 
 close the water tap; 
 if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down;
 open the pump door;
 place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the emergency
emptying hose into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain
by gravity into the bowl. When the bowl is full, put the cap back on
the hose. Empty the bowl. Repeat the procedure until water stops
flowing out;
 clean the pump if necessary as previously described;
 replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plug-
ged it;
 screw the pump again and close the door.
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Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop
below 0°C, proceed as follows:
 Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap.
 Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet
hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out.
 Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency
emptying hose after having put the cap on again
.
By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is removed, avoiding
ice forming and consequently damage to the appliance.
When you use the machine again, make sure that the ambient temper-
ature is above 0°C.
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 can try to solve it yourself following the
instructions below.
If you call out an engineer 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.
During machine operation the following alarm codes may be displayed:
-E10:problem with the water supply
-E20:problem with water draining
-E40:door open
At the same time the END light falshes and an acoustic signal sounds.
Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button
to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, con-
tact your local AEG Service Force Centre.
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The main electrical fuse or Replace the fuse.
the fuse in the plug has 
blown.
The door is not properly Close the door; the click
closed (E40). of the lock should be heard.
The plug is not connected. Insert the plug.
The START button has not Press the button.
been pressed.
The DELAYED START Check the selected delay on
option has been selected. the display.Something not working?
Problem
The machine does not
empty and/or does not spin
Possible cause
The drain hose is Check the whole length of
squashed or kinked (E20). the hose and remove the
kink.
The drain pump or the Clean the pump or check 
drain hose are clogged (E20). the hose.
The RINSE HOLD optionEmpty out the water by
(stop with water in drum) selecting the DRAIN or
has been selected. SPIN programme.
The laundry is not evenly Redistribute the laundry 
distributed inside the drum.manually in the drum.
Solution
The machine does not fill
The water tap is closed(E10). Open the water tap.
The water inlet hose isCheck the whole length of the
squashed or kinked (E10). hose and remove the kink.
The small filter of the waterClean the filter.
inlet hose is clogged (E10).
The door is not properly Close the door.
closed (E40).
The machine fills then
empties immediatelyThe end of the drain hose Place the hose at the right
is too low. height (see Installation
section).
The machine does not work
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There is water on the floor
Too much detergent has Measure detergent 
been used. according to 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 hose is 
the water inlet hose is firmly screwed on at both
leaking. ends.
The drain pump has not Fully screw the pump into
been properly screwed on place.
after cleaning.
The cap on the emergency Replace the cap on the 
emptying hose has not been  emergency emptying hose 
replaced after cleaning the  after cleaning the pump.
pump. Something not working?
Problem
The door will not open
Possible cause
The programme is still Wait until the end of the
running and the drum programme before opening
is turning. the door.
The water level is above theBefore opening the door, 
bottom edge of the door. the water must be emptied
out.
The machine is heating the Wait until the end of the 
water or drying the heating or drying phase.
clothes.
In any case to open the
door the DOOR light must
green.
The display shows the 
alarm code EF
0
The water safety system Switch the machine off,
starts working to prevent  close the inlet pipe, and
any flooding. call the Service Force 
Centre.
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. machine is not affected.
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