Electrolux Ewc 1050 User Manual

Follow the product manufacturer’s recom-
mendations on quantities to use and do
not exceed the «MAX» mark in the de-
tergent dispenser drawer.
Degrees of water hardness
Water hardness is classified in so-called
“degrees” of hardness. Information on hard-
ness of the water in your area can be ob-tained from the relevant water supply com-
pany, or from your local authority. If the wa-
ter hardness degree is medium or high we
suggest you to add a water softener follow-
ing always the manufacturer’s...

Programme/ Tem-
peratureType of laundryOptionsDescription of the
programme
HANDWASH 30°
Special programme for
delicate fabrics with
«hand washing» care
symbol.SPIN REDUCTION/NO
SPIN/RINSE HOLD
DELAY STARTMain wash
Rinses
Short spin max. 900
rpm
Max Load 1 kg
WOOL 40°-COLD
Washing programme
for machine washable
wool.SPIN REDUCTION/NO
SPIN/RINSE HOLD
DELAY STARTMain wash
Rinses
Short spin max. 900
rpm
Max Load 1 kg
MINI
30°For lightly soiled laun-
dry or for laundry
which needs freshen-
ing up.SPIN...

facturers instructions. This will help to pre-
vent the formation of lime deposits.
Maintenance Wash
With the use of low temperature washes it
is possible to get a build up of residues in-
side 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 pro-
gramme.
• Use a normal measure of detergent,
must be a powder with biological proper-
ties.
External cleaning
Clean the exterior...

Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the water
inlet hose. Clean the filter using a hard bris-
tle brush. Tighten up the inlet hose.
The dangers of freezing
If the machine is exposed to temperatures
below 0°C, certain precautions should be
taken.• Turn off the water supply.
• Unscrew the inlet hose from the supply
tap.
• Select a wash programme, start the ma-
chine and let the programme run for a
short time.
• Interrupt the programme by turning the
programme selector to 
 position.
• Place the end of inlet...

ProblemPossible cause/Solution
The machine does not fill:
The water tap is closed.
• Open the water tap.
The inlet hose is squashed or kinked.
• Check the inlet hose connection.
The filter in the inlet hose is blocked.
• Clean the water inlet hose filter.
The door is not properly closed.
• Close the door firmly.
The machine fills then emp-
ties immediately:The end of the drain hose is too low.
• Refer to relevant paragraph in «Installation» chapter.
The machine does not
empty and/or does not
spin:
The...

ProblemPossible cause/Solution
Spinning starts late or the
machine does not spin:
The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the
laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. The laundry is redis-
tributed by reverse rotation of the drum. This may happen several
times before the unbalance disappears and normal spinning can
resume. If, after 10 minutes, the laundry is still not evenly distrib-
uted in the drum, the machine will not spin. In this case ,redistrib-
ute the load manually...

ProgrammeEnergy consumption
(KWh)Water consumption
(litres)Programme duration
(Minutes)
Cotton 40° ECO0.3544~ 126
Synthetic 40°0.2642~ 67
Delicate 40°0.3845~ 61
Hand Wash 30°0.2042~ 50
Wool 40°0.3545~ 50
Mini 30°0.1835~ 30
Rinses0.0330~ 27
Drain--~ 1
Spin--~ 5
1) «Cottons Eco» at 60°C with a load of 3 kg is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label, in
compliance with EEC 92/75 standards.
The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purely indicative, as it
may vary...

1. Spread some of the polystyrene pack-
aging materials on the floor behind the
machine and then lay the machine care-
fully rear side down on them. Make sure
that no hoses are crushed in the proc-
ess. Remove the polystyrene base from
the bottom of the appliance.
2. Return machine to its upright position
and remove the power supply cable and
the draining and inlet hose from the
hose holders on the rear of the appli-
ance.
3. With a suitable spanner unscrew and re-
move the three screws and their
spacers...

Caution! Never place cardboard,
wood or similar materials under the
machine to compensate for any
unevenness in the floor.
Water inlet
Warning! This appliance must be
connected to a cold water supply.1. Connect the water inlet hose supplied
with the machine to a tap with a 3/4
thread. Always use the hose supplied
with the appliance.
If necessary, use the suitable or sup-
plied restrictor (1/2”).
Important! Do not use the hose from
your previous machine to connect to
the water supply.
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2. The machine end of the inlet hose can
be turned in any direction. Set the hose
correctly by loosening the ring nut. After
positioning the inlet hose, be sure to
tighten the ring nut again to prevent
leaks.
The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it
is too short and you do not wish to move
the tap, you will have to purchase a new,
longer hose specially designed for this type
of use.
Important! Before connecting up the
machine to new pipework or to pipework
that has not been used for some time, run...