AEG Lavamat Ls 72840 User Manual

To empty out the water, please read chapter «At the end of the programme».
Programme option buttons
Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined.
WARNING!
Not all the options are compatible among themselves. The symbols of the incompatible op-
tions disappear.
Anyway, if an option, which is not compatible with the set washing programme or any oth-
er option, is selected, the Err message is displayed for few seconds and the yellow pilot of
button 7 light starts blinking.
You must select...

EXTRA RINSE option (additional rinse)
This appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people with a very delicate skin
(allergic to detergents) it may be necessary to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of
water (extra rinse). The relevant symbol will appear on the display and this option is active
for selected washing programme.
If you wish to activate this option permanently press simultaneously buttons 2 and 3 for
some seconds: the relevant symbol appears on the display. If you wish to...

Selecting the delayed start.
• Select the programme and the required options.
• Select the delay start.
• Press button 7: the appliance starts its hourly countdown. The programme will start after
the selected delay has expired.
Cancelling the delayed start
• Set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the button 7;
• Press button 8until the symbol 
 ’ is displayed;
• Press the button 7 again to start the programme.
The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing programme again.
The...

To empty the water out:
•
turn the programme selector dial to 
• set the DRAINING or SPINNING programme
• if needed, press the relevant button to reduce the spin speed
• press the button 7
• when the programme has finished the display shows a blinking 
 . On the display the
DOOR symbol disappears. The door can be opened.
Turn the programme selector dial to 
 to switch the machine off. Remove the laundry
from the drum and carefully check that the drum is empty.
If you do not intend to carry out another...

Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature -
Cycle Description - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of
LaundryOptionsDetergent
Compartment
JEANS
60° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Long spin
Maximum spin speed
Max. load 3 kg
This program fits for Jeans clothing and dark col-
oured laundry. (The Extra Rinse option will be activa-
ted automatically).SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
NIGHT CYCLE
PREWASH 3)
SYNTHETICS
60°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin
Maximum spin speed
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1,5 kg
Synthetic...

Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature -
Cycle Description - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of
LaundryOptionsDetergent
Compartment
DELICATE RINSES
Rinses - Short spin
Maximum spin speed
Max. load 6 kg
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin
delicate garments which have been washed by hand.
The machine performs some rinses, followed by a fi-
nal spin.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
NIGHT CYCLE
EXTRA RINSE
DRAIN
Draining of water
Max. load 6 kg
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in pro-...

Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature -
Cycle Description - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of
LaundryOptionsDetergent
Compartment
SILK (HANDWASH)
30° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin
Maximum spin speed
Max. load 1 kg
Delicate washing programme suitable for silk and
mixed synthetic items.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
NIGHT CYCLE
OUTDOOR SPORTS
40° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses - Short spin at 800 rpm
Maximum spin speed
Max. load 2,5 kg
Special program for waterproof, sports and outdoor
clothing, even...

Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature -
Cycle Description - Maximum Fabrics Load - Type of
LaundryOptionsDetergent
Compartment
COTTON ECONOMY
60°
Main wash - Rinses - Long spin
Maximum spin speed
Max. load 6 kg
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 al-
lows to obtain a good washing efficiency so saving
energy.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
NIGHT CYCLE...

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...

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...