Summary of the content on the page No. 1
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:32 PM Pagina 1 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola)
Summary of the content on the page No. 2
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:32 PM Pagina 2 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Important Safety Information It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the rel
Summary of the content on the page No. 3
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:32 PM Pagina 3 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Contents For the User For the Installer Important Safety Information 2 Installation Instructions 23 Your New Washing Machine 4 Technical Specifications 23 Description of the Appliance 5 Unpacking 24 Detergent dispenser drawer 5 Positioning 24 Water inlet 24 The Control Panel 6 Water drainage 25 Operating sequence 7-10 Levelling 26 Washing 4.5 kg of white cotton at 95°C 7 Special conditions 26
Summary of the content on the page No. 4
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:32 PM Pagina 4 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Your New Washing Machine Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Automatic cooling of the wash water to 60°C In the interest before draining, with the 95°C programme. This of the environment reduces thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing. Materials marked with the symbol are
Summary of the content on the page No. 5
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:32 PM Pagina 5 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 “Mains-on” light
!" #
$ %
'+ +-*&
&
&
'
4 ON/OFF button
!()' &)'+ ,( * ,* *(
Summary of the content on the page No. 6
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:32 PM Pagina 6 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) The Control Panel
!" #
$ %
'+ +-*&
&
&
'
!()' &)'+ ,(
* ,* *(
)!*&-(-. +('+&+( -,+)'-&/-)*0**10+*&+
Summary of the content on the page No. 7
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:32 PM Pagina 7 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you run a 3. Measure out the fabric cotton cycle at 60°C, without any laundry in the softener machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment drum and tub. marked (the amount used must not exceed the Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the dispenser “MAX” mark in the dra
Summary of the content on the page No. 8
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 8 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed. Depress the ON/OFF button: the mains-on light will illuminate and the machine starts operating.
7. At the end of the programme The mac
Summary of the content on the page No. 9
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 9 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) WASHING 2.5 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50°C 4. Select the required option Suppose you have 2.5 kg of Mixed fabrics to wash. Depress the RINSE HOLD button if required. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature. &)'+ ,( ,* *( 1. Load the laundry Open the door by pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking
Summary of the content on the page No. 10
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 10 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) 7. At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. If you have depressed the RINSE HOLD button, the machine will stop with the water left in the tub, to prevent the fabric from creasing. To drain the water and spin, release the same button. To drain only, select programme “13”. The door is controlled by a safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme. S
Summary of the content on the page No. 11
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 11 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Washing Hints Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the For wool, use gentle detergent only in small first few times you use the appliance. quantities. Bleach is very corrosive; it should be used with care The average weights of the most common items are and kept out of reach of children. listed below as a guide: Some stains such as fruit, wine, grass, rust etc. are 1000g = 1 k
Summary of the content on the page No. 12
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 12 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) And in which form? Which detergent?.... Not only are there different types of detergent, but they To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your are also available in different forms. Whether you chose appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended your own personal choice.
Summary of the content on the page No. 13
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 13 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine. WASHING SYMBOL WASH ACTION FABRIC White Cotton or Linen Normal (Maximum) without Special Finishes Cotton, Line
Summary of the content on the page No. 14
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 14 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Washing Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen Progr. Wash programme/ Degree of soil Programme Possible Max. time Description Washing symbol and type of laundry dial position options load mins. Prewash at 40 °C RINSE PREWASH For heavy soiled cotton Wash at 95°C HOLD 4.5 kg 155 & 1 items. 3 rinses HALF WHITES Long spin LOAD White cotton, for RINSE example normally soiled Wash at 95 °C HOL
Summary of the content on the page No. 15
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 15 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics, mixed fabrics, delicates and wool Progr. Wash programme/ Degree of soil Programme Possible Max. Description time Washing symbol and type of laundry dial position options load mins. Synthetic or mixed Wash at 50 °C fabrics, underwear, RINSE MIXED 2.5 kg 60 6 3 rinses coloured garments, HOLD FABRICS Short spin non-shrink shirts, blouses. QUICK Wash
Summary of the content on the page No. 16
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 16 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you Cleaning the drawer recess must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity Having removed the drawer, use a small brush to clean supply. the recess, ensuring that all washing powder residue is removed from the upper and lower part of the recess. Descaling Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme without an
Summary of the content on the page No. 17
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 17 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Unscrew and remove the filter. The dangers of freezing Clean carefully under a fast running tap. If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0°C, certain precautions should be taken. Turn off the water taps. Unscrew the inlet hoses. Unhook the drain hose from the rear support and position the end of this hose and that of the inlet hoses in a bowl. Run the draining programme. Disco
Summary of the content on the page No. 18
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 18 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) 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 Electrolux Service Force Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. IMPORTANT: if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will
Summary of the content on the page No. 19
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 19 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Symptom Possible causes The programme is still running. The door will not open The door lock has not yet released. Water in the tub: the door cannot be opened if water is present in the tub. The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the Spinning starts late or the machine laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. The laundry is does not spin redistributed by
Summary of the content on the page No. 20
124971941BIW1000_1200W.qxd 11/20/00 2:33 PM Pagina 20 (Nero quadricromia/Process Black pellicola) Guarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditions Exclusions We, Electrolux undertake that if, within 12 months of This guarantee does not cover: the date of the purchase, this Electrolux appliance or any Damage or calls resulting from transportation, part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light faulty workmanship or materia
