Electrolux Ewf 16981 W User Manual

							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
remove its cap.
 When no more water comes out,
unscrew the pump cover and remove
it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up
spillage of water when removing the
cover.


 Remove any objects from the pump
impeller by rotating it.
 Put the cap back on the emergency
emptying hose and place the latter
back in its seat.
 Screw the pump cover fully in.
 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. 


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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
water inlet hose. Clean the filter using a
hard bristle 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 tap.
 Unscrew the inlet hose.
 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.
 Screw the water inlet hose back on
and reposition the emergency
emptying hose after having put the
cap on again.

 When you intend to start the machine
up again, make sure that the room
temperature is above 0°C.
Emergency emptying out
If the water is not discharged, proceed
as follows to empty out the machine:
 pull out the plug from the power
socket; 
 close the water tap; 
 if necessary, wait until the water has
cooled down;
 open the pump door;
 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;
 clean the pump if necessary as
previously described;
 replace the emergency emptying hose
in its seat after having plugged it;
 screw the pump cover again and
close the door.
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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 it is possible that the redStart/Pause
pilot light flashes, one of the following messagesappear on the display and the
buzzer sounds a jingle to indicate that the machine is not working:
●problem with the water supply:
«Cannot fill water. Please that the tap is open and then press START»
●problem with water draining:
«Cannot drain the water. Please check that the filter is clean and then press START»
●door open:
«Please check that the door is closed properly and then press START».
Once the problem has been eliminated, press the Start/Pausebutton to restart the
programme. If after all checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.
MalfunctionPossible causeSolution
The washing machine does
not start:●The door has not been
closed. (Please check that
the door is closed properly
and then press START)
.
●The plug is not properly
inserted in the power
socket.
●There is no power at the
socket.
●The main fuse has blown.
●The selector dial is not
correctly positioned and the
Start/Pause button has not
been depressed.
●The delay start has been
selected. 
●Close firmly the door.
●Insert the plug into the
power socket.
●Please check your domestic
electrical installation.
●Replace the fuse.
●Please turn the selector dial
and press the Start/Pause
button again.
●If the laundry are to be
washed immediately, cancel
the delay start. 
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The machine fills then
empties immediately:●The end of the drain hose is
too low. ●Refer to relevant paragraph
in “water drainage” section.
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MalfunctionPossible causeSolution
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
START)
●The drain pump is clogged.(Cannot drain the water.
Please check that the filter is
clean and then press START)
●The the option  or 
has been selected.
●The laundry is not evenly
distributed in the drum.
●Check the drain hose
connection.
●Clean the drain pump.
●Disable the option  or 
●Redistribute the laundry.
There is water on the floor:●Too much detergent or
unsuitable detergent
(creates too much foam)
has been used.
●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.
●The drain hose is damaged.
●The cap on the emergency
emptying hose has not
been replaced after
cleaning the pump.
●Reduce the detergent
quantity or use another one.
●Check the water inlet hose
connection.
●Change it with a new one.
●Put the cap back on the
emergency emptying and
place the latter back in its
seat.
The machine does not fill:●The water tap is closed.(Cannot fill water. Please that
the tap is open and then press
START)
●The inlet hose is squashed
or kinked.(Cannot fill water.
Please that the tap is open
and then press START)
●The filter in the inlet hose is
blocked. (Cannot fill water.
Please that the tap is open
and then press START)
●The door is not properly
closed. (Please check that
the door is closed properly
and then press START)
●Open the water tap.
●Check the inlet hose
connection.
●Clean the water inlet hose
filter.
●Close firmly the door.
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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.
The door will not open:●The programme is still
running.
●The door lock has not been
released.
●There is water in the drum.
●Wait the end of washing
cycle.
●Wait for the Door icon 
and the corresponding
message appearing.
●Select drain or spin
programme to empty out
the water.
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Unsatisfactory washing
results:●Too little detergent or
unsuitable detergent has
been used.
●Stubborn stains have not
been treated prior to
washing.
●The correct temperature
was not selected.
●Excessive laundry load.
●Increase the detergent
quantity or use another one.
●Use commercial products to
treat the stubborn stains.
●Check if you have selected
the correct temperature.
●Introduce into the drum less
laundry.
The machine makes an
unusual noise●The machine is fitted with a
type of motor which makes
an unusual noise compared
with other traditional
motors. This new motor
ensures a softer start and
more even distribution of
the laundry in the drum
when spinning, as well as
increased stability of the
machine.
No water is visible in the
drum●Machines based on modern
technology operate very
economically using very little
water  without affecting
performance.
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MalfunctionPossible causeSolution
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.

	

	








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
redistributed 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
distributed in the drum, the
machine will not spin. In this
case, redistribute the load
manually and select the
spin programme.●Redistribute the laundry.
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							Technical data
Dimensions Width 60 cm
85 cm
63 cm Height
Depth
Water supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa
0,8 MPa Maximum
Cotton
Synthetics
Delicates
Handwash
Silk
MiniprogrammeMaximum Load 7  kg
3 kg
3 kg
2 kg
1kg
3kg
Maximum Spin Speed 1200 rpm (EWF 12981 W)
1400 rpm (EWF 14981 W)
1600 rpm (EWF 16981 W)
Electrical connection Voltage
- Overall power - FuseInformation on the electrical connection is given on
the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance
door
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							38electrolux consumption value
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.(*) The programme “Cottons Eco  ” at
60°C is the reference programme for
the data entered in the energy label,
in compliance with EEC 92/75
standards.
Consumption values
Water
consumption 
(in litres)Programme Energy
consumption 
(in kWh)Programme
duration 
(in minutes)
Cottons Normal 95° 2.360
Cottons  Eco 60° (*)1.19 45
Synthetics 60°0.9 45
Delicates 40°0.5 56
Wool 40°0.35 52
For the duration of the programmes,
please refer to the display on the
control panel.
Silk 30° 0.2550
Miniprogramme 30° 0.2550
Rinses 0.140
Drain --
Spin -- Handwash 40° 0.3552
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							Installation
Unpacking
All transit bolts and packing must be
removed before using the appliance.
You are advised to keep all transit
devices so that they can be refitted if the
machine ever has to be transported
again.
1. After removing all the packaging,
carefully lay machine on it’s back to
remove the polystyrene base from the
bottom.
2. Remove the power supply cable and
the draining hose from the hose
holders on the rear of the appliance.
3. With a suitable spanner unscrew and
remove the central rear bolt A. Slide
out the relevant plastic spacer.
	
	
4. Unscrew and remove the two large
rear bolts Band the six smaller bolts
C.
5. Remove the bracket Dand tighten up
the six smaller bolts C.


	
	

	



	

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6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet
hose from the drum and remove the
polystyrene block fitted with the
adhesive tape on the door seal.
7. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two
large ones with the corresponding
plastic plug caps supplied in the bag
containing the instruction booklet.
Positioning
Install the machine on a flat hard floor.
Make sure that air circulation around the
machine is not impeded by carpets,
rugs etc. Check that the machine does
not touch the wall or other kitchen units.
Level the washing machine by raising or
lowering the feet. The feet may be tight
to adjust as they incorporate a self
locking nut, but the machine MUST be
level and stable.
If necessary, check the setting with a
spirit level.
Any necessary adjustment can be made
with a spanner. 
	
	
Accurate levelling prevents vibration,
noise and displacement of the machine
during operation.Never place cardboard,
wood or similar materials under the
machine to compensate for any
unevenness in the floor.
Water inlet
An inlet hose is supplied and can been
found inside the machine drum. Do not
use the hose from your previous
machine to connect to the water supply.
1. Open the porthole and extract the
inlet hose.
2. Connect the hose with the angled
connection to the machine.
Do not place the inlet hose
downwards. Angle the hose to the
left or right depending on the
position of your water tap.
	
	
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