Electrolux Ewf 10020 W User Manual

care and cleaning  electrolux  55
Cleaning the pump
The pump should be inspected 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:
• Disconnect the appliance. 
• If necessary wait until the water has
cooled down. 
• Open the pump door.
• Place a containfer close to the pump
to collect any spillage. 
• Pull out the emergency emptying
hose, place it in the container and...

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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 filter
If your water is very hard or contains
traces of lime deposit, the water inlet
filter may become clogged.
It is therefore a good idea to clean it
from time to time.
Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the...

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Something not working
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 redStart/Pause pilot light flashes to
indicate that the machine is not working.
Once the problem has been eliminated, press the Start/Pausebutton to restart the
programme. If after all...

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MalfunctionPossible causeSolution
The machine does not
empty and/or does not spin:
IThe drain hose is squashed
or kinked. (Red Start/
Pause pilot light flashes)

IThe drain pump is clogged.
(Red Start/Pause pilot
light flashes)

IThe the option has been
selected.

IThe laundry is not evenly
distributed in the drum.

Check the drain hose
connection.

Clean the drain pump.

Not select the option.

Redistribute the laundry.
There is water on the floor:
Too much detergent...

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MalfunctionPossible causeSolution
The machine vibrates or is
noisy:
The transit bolts and
packing have not been
removed.

The support feet have not
been adjusted.

The laundry is not evenly
distributed in the drum.

Maybe there is very little
laundry in the drum.

Check the correct
installation of the appliance.

Check the correct levelling
of the appliance.

Redistribute the laundry.

Load more laundry.
Spinning starts late or the
machine does not spin:
The electronic...

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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 date
of your machine: the Service Centre will
require this information.
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technical data electrolux  61
Technical data
Dimensions Width 60 cm
85 cm
62,5 cm Height
Depth
Water supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa
0,8 MPa Maximum
Cotton
Synthetics
Delicates
Woollens and handwashMaximum Load 5 kg
2 kg
2 kg
1 kg
Electrical connection Voltage
- Overall power - FuseInformation on the electrical connection is given on
the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance
door
MaximumMod. EWF 8020 800 rpm
Mod. EWF 10020 1000 rpmSpin Speed
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62electroluxConsumption values
The consumption data shown on this
chart is to be considered purely
indicative, as it may vary depending on
the quantity and type of laundry, on the
inlet water temperature and on the
ambient temperature. It refers to the
highest temperature for each wash
programme.(*) “Cottons 60° Eco ” is the reference
programme for the data entered in the
energy label, in compliance with EEC
92/75 standards.
Consumption values
Programme
duration 
(in minutes)Programme Energy
consumption...

installationelectrolux  63
Installation
Transit security bars
Before starting the machine up, the
transport security  bars must be
removedas follows:
You are advised to keep all the transport
security bars. In case the appliance has
to be transported again.
1. Unscrew and remove the three rear
screws by means of a key.
2. Lean the appliance back on the rear
and fit one of the polystyrene angles
between the appliance and the floor.
Make sure the hoses are not
squashed.
P0018
P0287
3. Carefully remove the...

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Hydraulic connection
There should be a COLD WATER tap
near the washing machine with a
screwing on connection pipe of 3/4 gas
for the water supply, a sink, a wash
basin or a drainage system in the wall.
Previously check if:
- it is not a hot water tap.
- the running water is clean. If not, run
off a reasonable amount of water to
flush out any debris that may have
collected in the pipes.
Have the permanent drainage system in
the wall checked by a plumber.
1. Carefully screw the...