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 wash
programme designed for saving energy, water and
time. This programme is suitable with detergents that
becomes effective at low temperature. The detergent
must be used with the supplied or a suitable detergent
dosing cap (use the amount of the detergent recom-
mended by detergents manufacturer). The appliance
automatically runs a short heating phase if the water
temperature is lower than 6° C only.SPIN REDUCTION -
RINSE HOLD, EXTRA
RINSE
ECONOMY
60°-40°
Main wash - Rinses - Long spin
Max. load 8 kg
Maximum spin speed at 1600 rpm
White and fast coloured cotton .
This programme can be selected for slightly or nor-
mally soiled cotton items. The temperature will de-
crease and the washing time will be extended. This
allows to obtain a good washing efficiency so saving
energy.SPIN REDUCTION -
NIGHT CYCLE - RINSE
HOLD - PREWASH -
STAIN - SENSITIVE -
EXTRA RINSE
 / OFF
For cancelling the programme which is running or to
switch the machine off .  
1) If you select the SUPER QUICK option by means of button TIME SAVING, we recommend you, to reduce the
maximum load as indicated. Full loading possible however with somewhat reduced cleaning results.
Helpful hints and tips
Sorting out the laundry
Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing
instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Helpful hints and tips
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							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.
Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable
to treat them prior to washing.
Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a
special detergent then rub in the soap and water.
Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and
dab the stain; treat several times.
Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab
the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth.
Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. Be careful
with rust stains which are not recent since the cellulose structure will already have been
damaged and the fabric tends to hole.
Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast coloureds only).
Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast coloureds only).
Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone
1), lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab
the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains with methylated spirits. Treat
any residual marks with bleach.
Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with acetic or citric acid, then rinse.
Treat any residual marks with bleach.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first with acetone
1), then with acetic
acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with
detergent paste.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quan-
tities to avoid waste and protect the environment.
Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can up-
set the delicate balance of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.),
the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling.
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.
1) do not use acetone on artificial silk
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							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 quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of
soiling and hardness of the water used.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quantities to use.
Use less detergent if:
• you are washing a small load
• the laundry is lightly soiled
• large amounts of foam form during washing.
Degrees of water hardness
Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of hardness. Information on hardness of
the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from
your local authority. If the water hardness degree is medium or high we suggest you to
add a water softener following always the manufacturer’s instructions. When the degree
of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent.
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 ac-
cording 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 mould and stagnant smells forming
inside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the door
seal.
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.Care and cleaning
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							• 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 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 machine,
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 iron.
Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling agents, scouring agents containing chlorine
or iron or steel wool.
1. Remove any rust deposits on the drum with a cleaning agent for stainless steel.
2. Run a washing cycle without any washing to clean off any cleaning agent residues.
Programme: Short Cotton Programme at maximum temperature and add approx. 1/4
measuring cup of detergent.
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							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 close to the pump to collect any spillage.
5. Release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap
cover.
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							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 cycle, always wait until
the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When replacing the cover, ensure it is
securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it.
Cleaning the water inlet filters
If the appliance doesnt fill, takes long to fill water, the starting button blinks yellow or the
display (if available) shows the relevant alarm (see chapter What to do if... for more details),
check if the water inlet filters are blocked .
To clean the water inlet filters:
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							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 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.
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							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 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;
6. clean the pump if necessary as previously described;
7. replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it;
8. screw the pump again and close the door.
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 yellow pilot light of button 7 blinks, one
of the following messages appear on the display and at the same time some acoustic signals
sound every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is not working:
•
Problem with the water supply: «Cannot fill water. Please check that the tap is open
and then press START/PAUSE».
•
Problem with the water draining:  «Cannot drain the water. Please check that the
filter is clean and then press START/PAUSE».
•
Door open:  «Please check that the door is closed properly and then press START/PAUSE».
•
Anti-flooding system has activated: «Anti-flooding system has been activated. Please
check inlet/drain pipe connections».
Once the problem has been eliminated, press the button 7 to restart the programme. If
after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.
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							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 pressed.
• Please turn the selector dial and press the
button 7 again.
The delay start has been selected.
• If the laundry is to be washed immediately,
cancel the delay start.
The Child safety lock has been activated.
• Deactivate this device.
The machine does not fill:
The water tap is closed. «Cannot fill water.
Please check that the tap is open and then
press button START/PAUSE»
• Open the water tap.
The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. «Cannot
fill water. Please check that the tap is open
and then press button START/PAUSE»
• Check the inlet hose connection.
The filter in the inlet hose or the inlet valve filter
are blocked.
• Clean the water inlet filters. (See Cleaning
the water inlet filters for more details)
The door is not properly closed. «Please check
that the door is closed properly and then
press START/PAUSE»
• Close the door firmly.
The machine fills then empties immediately:
The end of the drain hose is too low.
• Refer to relevant paragraph in «Water drain-
age» section.
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							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 phases has been selected.
• Select the draining or the spinning pro-
gramme.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the
drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
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 anoth-
er 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 or the inlet hose is damaged.
• Replace it with a new one.
The cap on the emergency emptying hose has
not been replaced or the filter has not been
properly screwed in after cleaning action.
• Refit the cap on the emergency emptying
hose or screw the filter fully in.
Unsatisfactory washing results:
Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has
been used.
• Increase the detergent quantity or use an-
other one.
Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to
washing.
• Use commercial products to treat the stub-
born stains.
The correct temperature was not selected.
• Check if you have selected the correct tem-
perature.
Excessive laundry load.
• Reduce the laundry load.
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