AEG Lavamat 72850 User Manual

All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this
appliance:
 powder detergents for all types of fabric,
 powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens,
 liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C
max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only.
The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate
compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme.
If using concentrated powder or liquid...

Note:A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree
of hardness (from degree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
The quantity of detergent can then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (=
soft).
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33International wash code symbols
International wash code symbols
These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry.
Energetic wash
Delicate washMax. wash
temperature
95°CMax. wash
temperature
60°CMax. wash
temperature
40°CMax. wash
temperature
30°C
Hand wash Do not
wash
at all
BleachingBleach in cold water Do not bleach
IroningHot iron
max 200°CWarm iron
max 150°CLukewarm iron
max 110°CDo not iron
Dry cleaningDry cleaning
in all solventsDry cleaning...

Care and cleaning
You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can
carry out any cleaning or maintenance work.
Descaling
The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a
water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry
washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturers instructions.
This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.
After each wash
Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent...

2.Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 
3.Clean all parts with water.
4.Put the conditioner insert in as far as it
will go, so that it is firmly in place.
5.Clean all parts of the washing ma-
chine, especially the nozzles in the top
of the washing-in chamber, with a
brush.
6.Insert the detergent dispenser drawer in the guide rails and push it in.
Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly if
 the machine does not empty and/or spin 
 the machine makes an...

6.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.
7.Remove any objects from the pump
impeller by rotating it.
8.Put the cap back on the emergency
emptying hose and place the latter
back in its seat.
9.Screw the pump fully in.
10. Close the pump door.
Warning!
When the appliance is in use and
depending on the programme selected
there can be hot water in the pump. Never
remove the pump cover during a wash
cycle,...

37Care and cleaning 
Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below
0°C, proceed as follows:
1.Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap.
2.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.
3.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...

38Something not working
Something not working
Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be
solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before contacting your local Service Centre,
please carry out the checks listed below.
During machine operation it is possible that the yellowpilot light of button 
7flashes, one
of the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the same some acoustic signals
sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is not...

39Something not working
Problem Possible cause/Solution
The machine fills then empties
immediately:The end of the drain hose is too low. 
 Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage»
section.
The machine does not empty
and/or does not spin:
The drain hose is squashed or kinked. E20
 Check the drain hose connection.
The drain pump is clogged.
E20
 Clean the drain pump.
The option RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE has been
selected.
 Disable the RINSE HOLD or NIGHT CYCLE option.
 Select DRAIN or SPIN...

40Something not working 
Problem Cause possible/Solution
The door will not open:
The programme is still running.
 Wait the end of washing cycle.
The door lock has not been released.
 Check if the DOOR symbol appears on the display.
There is water in the drum.
 Select drain or spin programme to empty out the
water.
The machine vibrates or is noisy:
The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.
 Check the correct installation of the appliance.
The support feet have not been adjusted
 Check the...