Electrolux Ewn 14991 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 the appliance is operating, wait, if
necessary, until the water has cooled
down. 
 open the pump door levering on the
groove with a coin or with the
suitable tool, that you can find in the
bag containing the instruction
booklet (or fitted on the...

32electroluxcare and cleaning
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.
 replace the filter into the pump
paying attention to insert it properly.
When done, screw it firmly 
 replace the emergency emptying cap
into the filter cover and fix it firmly 









 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. 
Never...

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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:
 pull out the plug from the power
socket; 
 turn off the water tap.
 unscrew the inlet hose.
 place a bowl with a small edge close
to the pump to collect any spillage
from the...

34electroluxSomething not working
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 red Start/Pause
pilot light flashes, one of the following messages appear on the display and the
buzzer sounds a jingle to indicate that the machine is not working:...

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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  )
●The drain pump is clogged.(Cannot drain the water.
Please check that the filter
is clean and then press
)
●The option 
,or 
has been selected.
●The option  has been
selected.
●The laundry is not evenly
distributed in the drum.
●Check the drain hose
connection.
●Clean the...

36electroluxsomething not working
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.
There is water on the floor:●Too much detergent or
unsuitable...

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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...

38electroluxtechnical data
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
SilkMaximum Load 8  kg
4 kg
4 kg
2 kg
1kg
Maximum Spin Speed 1400 rpm (EWN  14491 W - S)
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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Consumption values
Water
consumption 
(in litres)Programme Energy
consumption 
(in kWh)Programme
duration 
(in minutes)
Cottons 90°2.7 72
Synthetics 60°1.05 58
Delicates 40°0.65 69
Cottons + 60°1.36 64
Synthetics + 60°0.6 54
For the duration of the programmes, please refer to the display on
the control panel.
Handwash 40°0.45 60
Silk 30°
0.45 60
Wool 40°
0.25 46
Shirt 30°
0.25 43
Lingerie 40°
0.4 57 Miniprogramme 30°
-0.3 490.7 79
0.75 82
0.8 68
- -
- -
0.15 53- -Duvet...

40electrolux installation
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, the
draining and the inlet hose from the
hose holders on the rear of the
appliance.
3. With a suitable spanner...