Electrolux Ews 12610 W User Manual

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Use
First Use
●Ensure that the electrical and water
connections comply with the
installation instructions.
●Remove the polystryrene block and
any material from the drum.
●Pour 2 litres of water into the main
wash compartment  of the
detergent drawer in order to activate
the ECO valve. Then run a cotton
cycle at 90°C or 95°C , without any
laundry in the machine, to remove
any manufacturing residue from the
drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of
detergent into the dispenser drawer
and start the machine.
Acoustic signals
The machine is provided of an acoustic
device, which sounds in the following
cases:
●at the end of the cycle
●in the event of operating problems
By pressing buttons 
4and5
simultaneously for about 6 seconds,
the acoustic signal is deactivated
(except for the events of operating
problems).
By pressing these 2 buttons again, the
the acoustic signal is reactivated.
Child safety lock 
This device permits you to leave the
appliance not supervised without
having the worry that children might be
injured by or cause damage to the
appliance.
This function remains able also when
the washing machine is not working.
There are two different ways to set this
option:
before pressing button 
8: it will be
impossible to start the machine.
after pressing button 
8: it will be
impossible to change any other
programme or option.
To enable or disable this option press
simultaneously for about 6 seconds
buttons 5and 6until, on the display,
the icon  appears or disappears.
Daily Use
Load the laundry
Open the door by carefully pulling the
door handle outwards. Place the
laundry in the drum, one item at a time,
shaking them out as much as possible.
Close the door.

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Measure out the detergent and the
fabric softener
Pull out the dispenser drawer until it
stops. Measure out the amount of
detergent required, pour it into the main
wash compartment  and, if you wish
to carry out a programme with the
prewashor soakphase, pour it into
the compartment marked  .
If required, pour fabric softener into the
compartment marked  (the amount
used must not exceed the “MAX” mark
in the drawer). Close the drawer gently.
Select the required programme
Turn the programme selector dial to
the required programme. The washing
machine will propose a temperature
and automatically select the maximum
spin value provided for the programme
you have chosen. You can change
these values by operating the
corresponding buttons. 
	

	

The green light of the button 8 starts
to flash.
The selector dial can be turned either
clockwise or anticlockwise. Position O
to Reset programme/ Switching OFF of
the machine.
At the end of the programme the
selector dial must be turned to
position O, to switch the machine
off.
Attention!
If you turn the programme selector dial
to another programme when the
machine is working, the redpilot light
of the button 
8 will flash 3 times and
the message Errwill appear on the
display to indicate a wrong selection.
The machine will not perform the new
selected programme.
Programme Option buttons
Depending on the programme, different
functions can be combined. These
must be selected after choosing the
desired programme and before
pressing the button
8.
For the compatibility among the
washing programmes and the
options see chapter «Washing
Programmes».
Select the temperature by pressing
the button 
2
Press this button repeatedly to
increase or decrease the temperature,
if you want your laundry to be washed
at a temperature different from the one
proposed by the washing machine.
While selecting the programme, the
appliance proposes automatically the
maximum temperature provided for
that programme.
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Select the spin speed, No spin,
Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option
by pressing the button 
3
Press this button repeatedly to change
the spin speed, if you want your laundry
to be spun at a speed different from
the one proposed by the washing
machine. 
Maximum speed for cottons
programmes is: 1200 rpm;
Select the Easy Iron option by
pressing the button 4
Selecting this button the laundry is
gently washed and spun to avoid any
creasing. In this way ironing is easier.
Furthermore the machine will perform
some additional rinses for some
programmes. 
This function can be used for cotton and
synthetic fabrics. On cotton programmes
the maximum spin speed is reduced.
Select the Extra Rinse option by
pressing the button 5
This button can be selected with all
programmes except some programmes.
The machine performs some additional
rinses. 
This option is recommended for people
who are allergic to detergents, and in
areas where the water is very soft.
Select the Delay start by pressing
the button 6
Before you start the programme, if
you wish to delay the start, press the
button 
6repeatedly, to select the
desired delay. The corresponding icon
will appear on the display in the
upper part of the display.
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The selected delay time value (up to 20
hours) will appear on the display for
about 3 seconds, then the duration of
the programme will appear again.
You must select this option after you
have set the programme and before you
press the button 
8.
During the delay time the door is
locked. If you wish to add laundry in the
machine during the delay time press the
button 
8to put the machine in pause.
Add the laundry, close the door and
press button 
8again.
You can cancel the delay time at any
moment, before you press button 
8.
The wash programme can be delayed
from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours
and then by 1 hour up to a maximum of
20 hours by means of this button.
S
ELECTING THE DELAYED START:
 Select the programme and the
required options.
 Select the delay start.
 Press button 
8: the machine starts its
hourly countdown.
The programme will start after the
selected delay has expired.
C
ANCELLING THE DELAYED START AFTER
HAVING PRESSEDBUTTON
8
 Press button 8.
 Press the button 
6 until the symbol 0’
is displayed.
 Press button 
8again.
The Delay Start cannot be selected
with Drainprogramme.
Select the Start/Pause by pressing
the button 8
To start the selected programme, press
the button
8; the green pilot light stops
flashing.
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The icon  appears on the display
to indicate that the appliance starts
operating and the door is locked.
To interrupt a programme which is
running, press the button
8: the green
pilot light starts to flash.
To restart the programme from the
point at which it was interrupted,
pressthe button
8again.
If you have chosen a delayed start, the
machine will begin the countdown.
If an incorrect option is selected, an
integrated redpilot light of the button
8 flashes 3 times the message Erris
displayed for a few seconds. 
Select the Time Manager option  by
pressing buttons 9
This function allows you to modify the
washing time, automatically proposed
by the washing machine.
By pressing this buttons repeatedly, the
duration of the washing cycle can be
increased or decreased.
The icon  will appear on the
display to indicate the choosen degree
of soil. This option is available only with
Cotton, Syntheticand Delicate
programmes.
(*) We recommend you to reduce the load
sizes (see Washing programmes table)
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7.10Attention!
The Time Manager option cannot be
selected with the Economy
programmes.
The availability of these soil level icons
change according to the type of fabric
as shown in the following chart:
Altering an option or a running
programme
It is possible to change some option
before the programme carries it out.
Before you make any change, you
must pause the washing machine by
pressing the button 
8.
(Only the Time Manager option cannot
be modified after the programme has
started. If you wish to change it, you
must cancel the running programme
and make your selection again)
Soil
LevelIconType of fabric
IntensiveFor heavy soiled items
NormalFor normal soiled items
DailyFor daily soiled items
LightFor slightly soiled items
QuickFor very slightly soiled items
Super
Quick (*)For items used or worn for a
short time
FabricSoil Level
Cottons
95°-90°CXXXXXX
60°CXXXXXX
40°CXXXXXX
50°CXXXXXX
30°CXXXXXX
(cold)XXXXXX
Synthetics
Delicates
60°CXXXX
50°CXXXX
40°CXXXX
40°CXXXX
30°CXXXX
30°CXXXX
(cold)XXXX
(cold)XXXX
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Changing a running programme is
possible only by resetting it. Turn the
programme selector dial to Oand then
to the new programme position. The
washing water in the tub will not
emptied out. Start the new programme
by pressing button 
8again.
Interrupting a programme
Press the button 
8 to interrupt a
programme which is running, the
corresponding light starts to flash. Press
this button again to restart the
programme.
Cancelling a programme
Turn the selector dial to Oto cancel a
programme which is running. Now you
can select a new programme.
Opening the door after the
programme has started
First set the machine to pause by pressing
the button 
8.
If the icon  desappears on the
display, the door can be opened.
If the icon  does not goes off, this
means that the machine is already
heating, that the water level is above the
bottom edge of the door or that the drum
is turning.
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
about a few minutes the door can be
opened (pay attention to the water
level and temperature!).
After closing the door, it is necessary to
select the programme and options
again and press button 
8.
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At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically. Some
acoustic signals sound for a few
minutes.
If a programme with option that ends
with water still in the tub has been
selected,the light of button 
8goes off,
three blinking «
0.00» will appear on the
display.
The icon  is still visualized and the
door remains locked to indicate that the
water must be emptied out before
opening the door.
To empty out the water:
●turn the programme selector dial to O
●select the Drain, Spin [and/orDelicate
Spin, when available] programme
●reduce the spin speed if needed, by
means of the relevant button
●press button 8
●at the end of the programme, the
display shows three 
0.00flashing. The
icon  desappears and the door
can be opened. 
At the end of the cycle, turn the
programme selector dial to Oto 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.
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							16electrolux washing hints
Washing hints
Sorting 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, delicates,
woollens.
Temperatures
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.
Make sure that no metal objects
are left in the laundry (e.g. hair
clips, safety pins, pins).
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.
Maximum loads
Recommended loads are indicated in
the programme charts.
General rules:
Cotton, linen:drum full but not too
tightly packed;
Synthetics:drum no more than half
full;
Delicate fabrics and woollens:drum
no more than one third full.
Washing a maximum load makes the
most efficient use of water and energy.
For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the
load size.
Laundry weights
The following weights are indicative:
95° or
90° 
for normally soiled white
cottons and linen (e.g. tea
cloths, towels, tablecloths,
sheets...)
50°/60°
for normally soiled, colour
fast garments (e.g. shirts,
night dresses, pyjamas....) in
linen, cotton or synthetic
fibres and for lightly soiled
white cotton (e.g.
underwear).
30°-40°
(cold)
for delicate items (e.g. net
curtains), mixed laundry
including synthetic fibres and
woollens bearing the label
«pure new wool, machine
washable, non-shrink».
1200 gbathrobe 
100 gnapkin
700 gquilt cover
500 gsheet
200 gpillow case
250 gtablecloth
200 gtowelling towel
100 gtea cloth
200 gnight dress
100 gladies’ briefs
600 gman’s work shirt
200 gman’s shirt
500 gman’s pyjamas
100 gblouse
100 gmen’s underpants
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							Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed
by just water and detergent. It is
therefore advisable 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
turpentine, lay the garment on a soft
surface and dab the stain with the
fingertips and a cotton 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 (*), lay the garment on a soft
cloth and dab the stain.
Lipstick:moisten with acetone as
above, then treat stains with
methylated spirits. Remove any
residual marks from white fabrics 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 (*),
then with acetic acid; treat any residual
marks on white fabrics with bleach andthen rinse thoroughly.
Tar stains:first treat with stain
remover, methylated spirits or benzine,
then rub with detergent paste.
(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.
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. 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
temperature wash programmes
(60°C max) for all types of fabric, or
special for woollens only.
The detergent and any additives must
be placed in the appropriate
compartments of the dispenser drawer
before starting the wash programme.
If using concentrated powder or liquid
detergents, a programme without
prewash must be selected.
The washing machine incorporates a
recirculation system which allows an
optimal use of the concentrated
detergent.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser
drawer compartment marked just
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beforestarting the programme.
Any fabric softener or starching
additives must be poured into the
compartment marked  before
starting the wash programme.
Follow the product manufacturer’s
recommendations on quantities to use
and do not exceed the «MAX» mark
in the detergent dispenser drawer.
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will
depend on the type of fabric, load size,
degree of soiling and hardness of the
water used.
Water hardness is classified in so-
called “degrees” of hardness.
Information on hardness of the water in
your area can be obtained from the
relevant water supply company, or from
your local authority.
Follow the product manufacturers’
instructions 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
washing.
Degrees of water hardness
Level
Degrees
German
°dHFrench
°T.H.Characteristic
10-70-15soft
28-1416-25medium
315-2126-37hard
4> 21 > 37very hard
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							International wash code symbols
These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry.
Energetic wash
Delicate washMax. wash
temperature
95°CMax. wash
temperature
60°CMax. wash
temperature
40°CMax. wash
temperature
30°C
Hand wash Do not
wash
at all
BleachingBleach in cold water Do not bleach
IroningHot iron
max 200°CWarm iron
max 150°CLukewarm iron
max 110°CDo not iron
Dry cleaningDry cleaning
in all solventsDry cleaning in
perchlorethylene,
petrol, pure alcohol,
R 111 & R 113Dry cleaning
in petrol,
pure alcohol
and R 113Do not
dry clean
DryingFlat On the line On clothes
hangerTumble dry
high
temperature
low
temperature
Do not
tumble dry






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							20electrolux  washing programmes
Washing programmes
Programme/
TemperatureType of laundryOptionsDescription of
programme
Cottons
90° - White and coloured
cotton
Spin Reduction /Main wash, Rinses 
Long spin at
maximum speed.
Max. load kg 4.5
** Red. load kg 2
Cottons
Economy
90° - 60° - 
50° - 40°
White and
coloured cotton
economy, lightly-
normally soiledSpin Reduction /Main wash, Rinses 
Long spin at
maximum speed.
Max. load kg 4.5
+ 
Cottons
Economy +
Prewash
90° - 60° -
50° - 40°
White and
coloured cotton
economy, lightly-
heavy soiled itemsSpin Reduction /Prewash, Main wash,
3 rinses 
Long spin at
maximum speed.
Max. load kg 4.5
Synthetics 
60° - Synthetic or mixed
fabrics
Spin Reduction /Main wash, 3 rinses 
Short spin
Max. load kg 1.5
** Red. load kg 1
Synthetics 
Economy
40°Synthetic lightly
soiled items
Spin Reduction /Main wash, 2 rinses 
Short spin
Max. load kg 1.5
+ 
Synthetics +
Prewash
60° - 
Synthetic, heavy
soiled items
Spin Reduction /Prewash, Main
wash, 3 rinses,
Short spin
Max. load kg 1.5
** Red. load kg 1
+ 
Cottons +
Prewash
90° - 
Heavy soiled cotton
items
Spin Reduction /Prewash, Main wash,
Rinses, Long spin at
maximum speed
Max. load kg 4.5
** Red. load kg 2
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