Electrolux Ews 106410 W User Manual
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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 released and can be opened. Turn the pro- gramme selector dial to O to switch the machine off.Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully 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 prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant smells. Stand by : once the programme has finish- ed after a few minutes the energy saving system will be enabled. The brightness ofthe display is reduced. By pressing any but- ton the appliance will come out of the ener- gy saving status. HELPFUL HINTS AND TIPS Sorting out the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer’s washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, deli- cates, 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 separately 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 anddab 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). Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone 1), 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 acetic acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thoroughly. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent 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 environment. 1) do not use acetone on artificial silk electrolux 11
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 detergents 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 donot 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 “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 instructions. When the degree of hardness is soft, read- just the quantity of the detergent. WASHING PROGRAMMES Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry OptionsDetergent Compartment COTTONS and LINENS 90° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg 1) White and coloured cotton (normally soiled items). SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH 2) EXTRA RINSE TIME MANAGER SYNTHETICS 60° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 900 rpm Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1,5 kg 1) Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses. SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH 2) EXTRA RINSE TIME MANAGER 12 electrolux
Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry OptionsDetergent Compartment DELICATES 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 700 rpm Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1,5 kg 1) Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester. SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH 2) EXTRA RINSE TIME MANAGER WOOL/HANDWASH 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm Max. load 1 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 single or bulky item may cause imbalance. If the appliance doesn’t perform the final spin phase, add more items, redistribute the load manually and then select the spinning programme. SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD 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.SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD LINGERIE 40° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm Max. load 2 kg This programme is suitable for very delicate items such a lingerie, bras and underwear. The maximum spin speed is automatically reduced.SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD electrolux 13
Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry OptionsDetergent Compartment SOAK 30° Prewash - Soak for about 40 minutes - Stop with wa- ter in the tub Max. load 6 kg Special programme for heavily soiled laundry. The ma- chine performs a soak at 30°C. At the end of this time the machine will stop automatically with water left in the tub. Before starting a new washing phase, it is necessary to empty out the water by: •Draining only: turn the programme selector dial to Drain programme. (Press the button 8). •Draining and spinning: turn the programme se- lector dial to programme Spin, reduce the spin speed by means of button 3, and then press button 8. Important! This programme cannot be used for very delicate fabrics as silk or wool. Pour the detergent for the soak programme into the compartment marked . At the end of the soak (after having emptied out the water) you can select the washing programme. (First turn the programme selector dial to , then to the programme and press the button 8). RINSE Rinse - Long spin Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm Max. load 6 kg With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. To intensify the rinsing action, select the option EX- TRA RINSE. The appliance will add some additional rinses.SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD EXTRA RINSE DRAIN Draining of water Max. load 6 kg For emptying out the water of the last rinse in pro- grammes with the option selected, which ends with water left in the tub. SPIN Drain and long spin Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm Max. load 6 kg Separate spin for hand washed garments and after programmes with the Rinse Hold and No Spin option selected. You can choose the spin speed by pressing the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.SPIN REDUCTION 14 electrolux
Programme Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description Maximum Spin Speed Maximum Fabrics Load Type of Laundry OptionsDetergent Compartment COTTONS ECONOMY 90° - 40° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm Max. load 6 kg White and fast coloured cotton This programme can be selected for slightly or nor- mally soiled cotton items. The temperature will de- crease and the washing time will be extended. This al- lows to obtain a good washing efficiency so saving energy.SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH 2) EXTRA RINSE EASY IRON 60° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 900 rpm Max. load 1 kg This programme can be selected for synthetic items and mixed fabrics to be ironed. The laundry can be gently washed and spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the machine will perform additional rinses.SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH 2) EXTRA RINSE JEANS 60° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm Max. load 3 kg With this programme it is possible to wash items like pants, shirts or jackets in Jeans and also jersey realiz- ed with hi-tech materials. (The EXTRA RINSE option will be activated automatically).SPIN REDUCTION RINSE HOLD PREWASH 2) BLANKET 40° -30° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed: 700 rpm Max. load 2 kg Special programme for a single washable synthetic blanket or duvet.SPIN REDUCTION / OFF For cancelling the programme which is running or to switch the machine off . 1) 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. 2) 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. electrolux 15
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 manu- facturers instructions. This will help to pre- vent 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. 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 thoroughly. 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. 16 electrolux
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. 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 during 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 details). 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 necessary wait until the water has cooled down. 3. Open the pump door levering on the groove with a coin (or with the suitable tool, that you can find in the bag con- taining the instruction booklet, depend- ing on the model). 1 2 electrolux 17
4. Place a bowl with a small edge close to the pump to collect any spillage. 5. Pull out the emergency emptying cap from the filter cover, using pliers. 6. When no more water comes out, un- screw the pump cover by turning it an- ti-clockwise, using pliers, and remove the filter. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up any water spillages when re- moving the cover. Clean the filter under a tap, to remove any traces of fluff. 12 7. Remove foreign bodies and fluff from the pump seat and from the pump im- peller. 8. Check carefully whether the pump im- peller rotates (it rotates jerkily). If it doesn’t rotate, please contact your Service Centre. 18 electrolux
9. Replace the filter into the pump by in- serting it correctly into the special guides. Screw the pump cover firmly by turning it clockwise. 10. Replace the emergency emptying cap into the filter cover and fix it firmly. 11. 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 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 securely 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 inlet 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. 4. Screw the hose back onto the tap. electrolux 19
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. Remove the emergency emptying cap from the filter. The water should drain by gravity into the bowl. When the bowl is full, refit the cap into the filter. Empty the bowl. Re- peat the procedure until water stops flowing out;6. clean the pump if necessary as previ- ously described; 7. 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, proceed as follows: 1. Pull out the plug from the power socket. 2. Turn off the water tap. 3. Unscrew the inlet hose. 4. Place the end of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor, open the emergen- cy emptying cup of the filter and let wa- ter drain out. 5. Refit the emergency emptying cap into the filter and screw the water inlet hose back. 6. When you intend to start the machine up again, make sure that the room tem- perature is above 0°C. Important! Every time you drain the water for emergency 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 Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. During machine operation it is possible that the red pilot light of button 8 blinks, one of the following alarm codes appears on the display and some acoustic signals soundevery 20 seconds to indicate that the ma- chine 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 persists, contact your local Service Centre. 20 electrolux