Electrolux Ews 106540 W User Manual

If a programme or an option that ends with
water left in the tub has been selected, the
icon 2.8 remains displayed to indicate that
the water must be emptied out before open-
ing the door.
Follow the below instructions to empty out
the water:
1.
Turn the programme selector dial to 
 .
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 icon 2.8
disappears and the door can be opened.
Turn...

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...

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
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
NIGHT CYCLE
PREWASH
2)
EXTRA RINSE
TIME MANAGER
WOOL - HANDWASH 40° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed: 1000 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Washing programme for machine...

Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
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 (EWS 106540 W)
Maximum spin speed: 1200 rpm (EWS 126540 W)
Max. load 6 kg
Separate spin for hand washed garments and after pro-
grammes with...

Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
14 MINUTES
30°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed: 700 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Short washing cycle ideal for laundry which only needs
freshening up.SPIN REDUCTION
NO SPIN
RINSE HOLD
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.NO SPIN
 / OFF
For cancelling the...

Cleaning the dispenser drawer
The detergent dispenser drawer should be
cleaned regularly.
The washing powder and additive dispenser
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...

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 necessary wait...

7. Remove foreign bodies and fluff from the
pump seat and from the pump impeller.
8. Check carefully whether the pump im-
peller rotates (it rotates jerkily). If it
doesn’t rotate, please contact your
Service Centre.
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.
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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 longer
to fill, check that the filter in the water inlet
hose is not...

6. When you intend to start the machine up
again, make sure that the room temper-
ature is above 0°C.
What to do if…
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 red pilot light of button 8 blinks, one of
the following alarm codes appears on the
display and some acoustic signals sound...