AEG Lavamat 86950 A User Manual

Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
QUICK INTENSIVE
60° - 40°
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin
Max. load 5 kg
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Quick washing programme, to be used for lightly
soiled white/fast coloured cottons and mixed fabrics.SPIN REDUCTION /
RINSE HOLD - EXTRA
RINSE
SUPER ECO
Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin
Max. load 3 kg
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Mixed fabrics (cotton and synthetic).  Cold...

Before loading the laundry
Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their «whiteness» in the wash.
New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately
the first time.
Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts or long tapes.
Remove persistent stains before washing.
Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net....

The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the
dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme.
If using liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected.
Your appliance incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the
concentrated detergent.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on quantities to use and do not
exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer .
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and...

• Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder with biological properties.
External cleaning
Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thor-
oughly.
Do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the cabinet.
Detergent dispenser drawer
The detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly.
1. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling it firmly.
2. Remove the conditioner insert from the
middle compartment.
3. Clean all parts...

Door seal
Check from time to time the door seal and elimi-
nate eventual possible objects that could be trap-
ped in the fold.
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:
1. Disconnect the appliance.
2. If necessary wait until the water has cooled down.
3. Open the pump door.
4. Place a container...

6. When no more water comes out, un-
screw 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 emp-
tying 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...

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. Make
sure the connection is tight.
5. Unscrew the hose from the machine. Keep
a rug nearby because some water may
flow.
6. Clean the filter in the valve with a stiff
brush or with the piece of cloth.
7. Screw the hose back to the machine and
make sure the connection is tight.
8. Turn on the water tap.
Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place...

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 temperature is above 0°C.
Emergency emptying out
If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty out the machine:
1. pull out the plug from the power socket;
2. close the water tap;
3. if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down;
4. open the pump door;
5. place a bowl on the floor and place the end of the...

ProblemPossible cause/Solution
The washing machine does not start:
The door has not been closed. «Please check
that the door is closed properly and then
press START/PAUSE»
• Close the door firmly.
The plug is not properly inserted in the power
socket.
• Insert the plug into the power socket.
There is no power at the socket.
• Please check your domestic electrical instal-
lation.
The main fuse has blown.
•Replace the fuse.
The selector dial is not correctly positioned and
the button 7 has not been...

ProblemPossible cause/Solution
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/
PAUSE»
• Check the drain hose connection.
The drain filter is clogged. «Cannot drain the
water. Please check that the filter is clean
and then press button START/PAUSE»
• Clean the drain filter.
An option or a programme that ends with the
water still in the tub or a that eliminates all the
spinning...