AEG Lavamat 86850 Instruction Booklet

31Preparing the wash cycle
The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an
optimal use of the concentrated detergent.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just
beforestarting the programme.
Any fabric softener or starching additives must be poured into the compartment
marked  before starting the wash programme.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do
not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer....

32Care and 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....

33Care and cleaning
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.
Washing drum
Rust deposits in the drum may occur due to rusting foreign bodies in the
washing or tap water containing...

34Care and cleaning
3.Open the pump door.
4.Place a container close to the pump to
collect any spillage.
5.Release the emergency emptying hose,
place it in the container and remove its
cap.
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....

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.
1.Turn off the water tap.
2.Unscrew the hose from the tap.
3.Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff
brush.
4.Screw the hose back onto the tap.
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...

36What to do if...
What to do if...
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 ot the button
8.blinks, one of the following alarm codes appears on the display and at the
same some acoustic signals sound to indicate that the machine is not working:
●Problem with the...

37What to do if...
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.«Cannot drain
the water. Please check that the filter is clean and
then press button START»
●Check the drain hose connection.
The drain filter is clogged.«Cannot drain the water.
Please check that the filter is clean and then press...

38What to do if...
There is water on the floor:
Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates
too much foam) has been used.
●Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one.
Check whether there are any leaks from one of the
inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this as
the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is
damp.
●Check the water inlet hose connection.
The drain hose is damaged.
●Change it with a new one.
The cap on the filter has not been replaced or the
filter has not...

39What to do if...
No water is visible in the drum:
Machines based on modern technology operate very
economically using very little water without affecting
performance.
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 correct levelling of the appliance.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
●Redistribute the laundry.
Maybe there is very little laundry in...

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Technical Data
Dimensions
Width
Height
Depth
(door included)60 cm
85 cm
63 cm
230-240 V/50 Hz2050 W10 AElectrical connection Voltage -
Overall power - FusePower supply voltage/frequency
Total power absorbed
Minimum fuse protection
Water supply pressureMinimum
Maximum0,05 MPa
0,80MPa
Maximum LoadCottons7 kg
Spin SpeedMaximum1600 rpm
Technical data
If you are unable to identify or solve the problem,
contact our service centre. Before telephoning,
make a note of the model, serial number and
purchase...