Electrolux Ewf 126410 W User Manual

							water level is too high. In any case, do not
try to force the door!
If you cannot open the door but you need
to open it you have to switch the machine
off by turning the selector dial to O . After a
few minutes the door can be opened (pay
attention to the water level and temper-
ature!) .
After closing the door, it is necessary to se-
lect the programme and options again and
to press button 8 .
At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically. Three
blinking 0.00 appear on the display and the
pilot light of button 8 goes off. Some acous-
tic signals sound.
If a programme or an option that ends with
water left in the tub has been selected, the
door remains locked to indicate that the wa-
ter must be emptied out before opening the
door.Follow the below instructions to empty out
the water:
1. Turn the programme selector dial to O .
2. Select the draining or spinning pro-
gramme.
3. Reduce the spin speed if needed, by
pressing the relevant button.
4. Press button 8 .
At the end of the programme, the door is re-
leased and can be opened. Turn the pro-
gramme selector dial to O to switch the ma-
chine off.
Remove the laundry from the drum and care-
fully check that the drum is empty. If you do
not intend to carry out another wash, close
the water tap. Leave the door open to pre-
vent the formation of mildew and unpleas-
ant smells.
Stand by : once the programme has finish-
ed after a few minutes the energy saving sys-
tem will be enabled. The brightness of thedisplay is reduced. By pressing any button
the appliance will come out of the energy
saving status.
HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS
Sorting out the laundry
Follow the wash code symbols on each gar-
ment label and the manufacturer’s washing
instructions. Sort the laundry as follows:
whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates,
woollens.
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 sep-
arately 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 ad-
visable 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 turpen-
tine, lay the garment on a soft surface and
dab the stain with the fingertips and a cot-
ton 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).
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							Ball point pen and glue: moisten with ace-
tone1), 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 ace-
tic acid; treat any residual marks on white
fabrics with bleach and then rinse thorough-
ly.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, me-
thylated spirits or benzine, then rub with de-
tergent paste.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the
choice of detergent and use of the correct
quantities to avoid waste and protect the en-
vironment.
Although biodegradable, detergents contain
substances which, in large quantities, can
upset 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 de-
tergents 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 tem-
perature wash programmes (60°C max)
for all types of fabric, or special for wool-
lens only.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 recom-
mendations on quantities to use and do
not exceed the «MAX» mark in the de-
tergent dispenser drawer .
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will de-
pend on the type of fabric, load size, de-
gree of soiling and hardness of the water
used.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instruc-
tions 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 wash-
ing.
Degrees of water hardness
Water hardness is classified in so-called “de-
grees” 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 instructions.
When the degree of hardness is soft, read-
just the quantity of the detergent.
1) do not use acetone on artificial silk
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							WASHING PROGRAMMES
Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
 COTTONS
95°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1000/1200/1400 rpm
1)
Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg
For white and coloured cotton (normally soiled
items).
SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE , PRE-
WASH , EXTRA
RINSE , TIME MAN-
AGER 
2)
 3)
 SYNTHETICS
60°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1,5 kg
Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured gar-
ments, non-shrink shirts, blouses.SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE , PRE-
WASH, EXTRA
RINSE , TIME MAN-
AGER 
2)
 3)
 DELICATES
40°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1,5 kg
Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE , PRE-
WASH, EXTRA
RINSE , TIME MAN-
AGER 
2)
 3)
  WOOL/ HANDWASH  40°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900/1000 rpm
1)
Max. load 2 kg
Washing programme for machine washable wool as
well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fab-
rics with «hand washing» care symbol. Note  : A sin-
gle or bulky item may cause imbalance. If the appli-
ance doesn’t perform the final spin phase, add more
items, redistribute the load manually and then select
the spinning programme.
SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE
 SILK
30°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load 1 kg
Delicate washing programme suitable for silk and
mixed synthetic items.RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE
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							Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
 LINGERIE
40°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900/1000 rpm
1)
Max. load 1 kg
This programme is suitable for very delicate items
such a lingerie, bras and underwear.
SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE
 RINSE
Rinse - Long spin
Maximum spin speed 1000/1200/1400 rpm 
1)
Max. load 6 kg
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cot-
ton garments which have been washed by hand. To in-
tensify the rinsing action, select the option EXTRA
RINSE. The appliance will add some additional rinses.
SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE , EX-
TRA RINSE
 DRAIN
Draining of water
Max. load 6 kg
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in pro-
grammes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option
selected.  
 SPIN
Drain and long spin
Maximum spin speed 1000/1200/1400 rpm 
1)
Max. load 6 kg
Separate spin for hand washed garments and after pro-
grammes with the Rinse Hold and Night Cycle option
selected. You can choose the spin speed by pressing
the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.
SPIN REDUCTION 
 +  COTTONS ECONOMY
95° -40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 1000/1200/1400 rpm 
1)
Max. load 6 kg
White and fast coloured cotton
This programme can be selected for slightly or normal-
ly soiled cotton items. The temperature will decrease
and the washing time will be extended. This allows to
obtain a good washing efficiency so saving energy.
SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD, NIGHT
CYCLE , PREWASH,
EXTRA RINSE 3)
 EASY IRON
60°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 1 kg
Selecting this programme the laundry is gently wash-
ed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing
is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform addi-
tional rinses.SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD, PRE-
WASH, EXTRA RINSE 3)
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							Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
 JEANS
60°- Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900/1000/1200 rpm
Max. load 3 kg
With this programme it is possible to wash items like
pants, shirts or jackets in denim and also jersey realiz-
ed with hi-tech materials (the Extra Rinse option will
be activated automatically).SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE, PRE-
WASH 3)
 SPORT INTENSIVE
40°- Cold
Prewash - Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 900 rpm
Max. load 2,5 kg
This programme is suitable for washing heavily soiled
sport items. The machine will add automatically a pre-
wash phase without detergent before the main wash
to eliminate mud stains.SPIN REDUCTION,
RINSE HOLD ,
NIGHT CYCLE , EX-
TRA RINSE
 SPORT LIGHT
30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load 2,5 kg
Short programme for lightly soiled mixed fabric sports
clothes. 
 /OFF
For cancelling the programme which is running or to
switch the machine off .  
1) depending on a model
2) If you select the Quick or Super Quick option by pressing button 10 , we recommend that you reduce the
maximum load as indicated. Full loading is possible however with somewhat reduced cleaning results. If you
select the Refresh or Super Refresh option, we recommend that you reduce the load even more.
3) If using liquid detergents, a programme without PREWASH must be selected.
CARE AND CLEANING
Warning! 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
according to the softening powder manufac-
turers 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 form-
ing 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 in-
side the drum.
We recommend that a maintenance wash
be performed on a regular basis.
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							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 cabinet of the appliance
with soap and water only, and then dry thor-
oughly.
Important! Do not use methylated spirits,
solvents or similar products to clean the
cabinet.
Cleaning the dispenser drawer
The detergent dispenser drawer should be
cleaned regularly.
The washing powder and additive dispens-
er drawer should be cleaned regularly.
Remove the drawer by pressing the catch
downwards and by pulling it out.
Flush it out under a tap, to remove any
traces of accumulated powder.
To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive
compartment should be removed. Clean all
parts with water.
Clean the chamber of dispenser drawer
with a brush.
Washing drum
Rust deposits in the drum may occur due
to rusting foreign bodies in the washing or
tap water containing iron.
Important! 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 wash-
ing to clean off any cleaning agent resi-
dues.
Programme: Short Cotton Programme
at maximum temperature and add ap-
prox. 1/4 measuring cup of detergent.
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							Door seal
Check from time to time the door seal and
eliminate eventual possible objects that
could be trapped in the fold.
Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly
and particularly if:
• the appliance does not empty and/or spin;
• the appliance makes an unusual noise dur-
ing draining due to objects such as safety
pins, coins etc. blocking the pump.
• a problem with water draining is detected
(see chapter “What to do if...” for more de-
tails).
Warning! Before opening the pump
door, switch the appliance off and
remove the mains plug from the socket.
Proceed as follows:
1. Unplug the appliance.
2. If it is 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. Pull out the emergency emptying hose,
place it in the container and remove its
cap.
6. When no more water comes out, un-
screw the pump cover by turning it anti-
clockwise and remove the filter. Use pli-
ers, if necessary. Always keep a rag
nearby to dry up any water spillages
when removing the cover.
Clean the filter under a tap, to remove
any traces of fluff.
7. Remove foreign bodies and fluff from
the filter seat and from the pump impel-
ler.
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							8. Check carefully whether the pump im-
peller rotates (it rotates jerkily). If it
doesn’t rotate, please contact your
Service Centre.
9. Put the cap back on the emergency
emptying hose and place the latter
back in its seat.
10. Replace the filter into the pump by in-
serting it correctly into the special
guides. Screw the pump cover firmly by
turning it clockwise.
11. Close the pump door.
Warning!
When the appliance is in use and depend-
ing 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
refitting the pump cover, ensure it is secure-
ly re-tightened so as to stop leaks and
young children being able to remove it.
Cleaning the water inlet filters
If you notice that the machine is taking lon-
ger to fill, check that the filter in the water in-
let hose is not blocked.
1. Turn off the water tap.
2. Unscrew the water inlet hose.
3. Clean the filter in the hose using a hard
bristle brush.
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							4. Screw the hose back onto the tap.
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.
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 in-
to 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 previous-
ly described;
7. replace the emergency emptying hose
in its seat after having plugged it;
8. screw the pump again and close the
door.
Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place where
the temperature could drop below 0°C, pro-
ceed as follows:
1. close the water tap and unscrew the wa-
ter inlet hose from the tap;
2. place the end of the emergency empty-
ing 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.
By doing this, any water remaining in the ma-
chine 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.
Important! Every time you drain the water
through the emergency emptying hose you
must pour 2 litres of water into the main
wash compartment of the detergent drawer
and then run the drain programme. This will
activate the ECO Valve device avoiding
that part of the detergent remains unused
at next washing.
WHAT TO DO IF...
Certain problems are due to lack of simple
maintenance or oversights, which can be
solved easily without calling out an engi-
neer. Before contacting your local ServiceCentre, please carry out the checks listed
below.
During machine operation it is possible that
the red pilot light of button 8 blinks, one of
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							the following alarm codes appears on the
display and some acoustic signals sound ev-
ery 20 seconds to indicate that the machine
is not working:
•
 : problem with the water supply.
•
 : problem with the water draining.•
 : door open.
Once the problem has been eliminated,
press the button 8 to restart the pro-
gramme. If after all checks, the problem per-
sists, contact your local Service Centre.
ProblemPossible cause/Solution
The washing machine does not start:
The door has not been closed. • Close firmly the door.
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 installa-
tion.
The main fuse has blown.
• Replace the fuse.
The selector dial is not correctly positioned and
the button 8 has not been pressed.
• Please turn the selector dial and press the but-
ton 8 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. • Open the water tap.
The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. 
• 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. 
• Close firmly the door.
The machine fills then empties immediately:The end of the drain hose is too low.
• Refer to relevant paragraph in «Water drain-
age» section.
The machine does not empty and/or does
not spin:
The drain hose is squashed or kinked. • Check the drain hose connection.
The drain filter is clogged. 
• Clean the drain filter.
An option or a programme that ends with the wa-
ter still in the tub or a that eliminates all the spin-
ning phases has been selected.
• Disable the option.
• Select the draining or the spinning programme.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
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