AEG L 64840 User Manual

							21Washing programmes
Washing programmes
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DELICATE
RINSES
Separate rinse cycle for
hand washed itemsSPIN, RINSE HOLD,
EXTRA RINSERinses 
Short spin 
Max. load kg 6
DRAIN
For emptying out the last
rinse water in
programmes with the
Rinse Hold optionDraining of water
Max. load kg 6
SPINSeparate spin for cotton
fabricSPINDrain and long spin
Max. load kg 6
REFRESH
30°
Quick wash for sport
items, or cotton and
synthetics items lightly
soiled or worn once
SPIN
Main wash
Rinses 
Short spin
Max. load kg 2,5
ECONOMY
60°
White and fast
coloured cotton
economy, lightly and
normally soiled items,
shirts, underwearSPIN, RINSE HOLD,
PREWASH, STAIN,
SENSITIVE, EXTRA
RINSEMain wash
Rinses 
Long spin
Max. load kg 6
O/OFF
For cancelling the pro-
gramme which is run-
ning or to switch the
machine off
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							22Programme information
REFRESH
This programme can be selected with the following
options: Spin Speed Reduction and DELAY START.
This programme must be used for slightly soiled cotton
and synthetic items.
ECO
This programme can be selected for slightly or normally
soiled cotton items. The temperature will decrease and the
washing time will be extended. This allows to obtain a good
washing efficiency by saving energy.
O/OFF
To reset a programme and to switch off the machine turn
the selector dial to O. Now can a new programme be
selected.
Programme information
EASY IRON PLUS
Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and
spun to avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier.
Furthermore the machine will perform additional rinses.
WOOL PLUS
HANDWASHWashing programme for machine washable wool  as
well as for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with
the “hand washing” care symbol  .
DELICATE RINSES
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin
garments which have been washed by hand.
The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final short
spin. 
The spin speed can be reduced by depressing the button 
2. 
DRAIN 
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes
with the RINSE HOLD option. 
Turn first the programme selector dial to O, then select
programme Drain and depress the button 
8.
SPIN
Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after
programmes with RINSE HOLD option. Before selecting this
programme the selector dial must be turned to O. You can
choose the speed by means of the relevant button to adapt
it to the fabrics to be spun.
MIX 40-60
Special programme for white and coloured cotton suitable
for different washing temperatures. This programme can
be used for laundry, which should be washed at 40°C or
60°C separately. So, you can put into the drum the 
maximum load capacity in order to save energy and water.
You will obtain the same good washing result as a normal
programme at 60°C.
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							23Preparing the wash cycle
Preparing the wash cycle
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,
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.
95° or 90°for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e.g. tea cloths,
towels, tablecloths, sheets...).
60°/50°
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).
40°-30°- 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».
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							24Preparing the wash cycle
Maximum loads
Recommended loads are indicated in the washing programme charts.
General rules:
Cotton, linen:drum full but not too tightly packed;
Synthetics:drum no more than half full
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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:
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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							25Preparing the wash cycle
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. 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 (*), 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.
(*) 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,
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							26Preparing the wash cycle
●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.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just
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.
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
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.
Note:A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree
of hardness (from degree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
The quantity of detergent can then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (=
soft).
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							Care and cleaning
You must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can
carry out any cleaning or maintenance work.
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 manufacturers instructions.
This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.
After each wash
Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells
forming 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 inside 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 programme.
 Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder with biological
properties
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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.
Detergent dispenser drawer
The detergent dispenser drawer should be
cleaned regularly.
1.Remove the detergent dispenser drawer
by pulling it firmly.
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							2.Remove the conditioner insert from the middle compartment. 
3.Clean all parts with water.
4.Put the conditioner insert in as far as it will go, so that it is firmly in place.
5.Clean all parts of the washing ma-
chine, especially the nozzles in the top
of the washing-in chamber, with a
brush.
6.Insert the detergent dispenser drawer
in the guide rails and push it in.
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 washing to clean off any cleaning agent
residues. Programme: COTTONS/LINEN 90° or 95°C, press the button 
6, add
approx. 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.
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							Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly 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:
1.Disconnect the appliance.
2.If necessary wait until the water has
cooled down. 
3.Open the pump door.
4.Place a container close to the pump to
collect any spillage.
5.Release the emergency emptying hose,
place it in the container and remove its
cap.
6.When no more water comes out,
unscrew the pump and remove it.
Always keep a rag nearby to dry up
spillage of water when removing the
pump.
7.Remove any objects from the pump
impeller by rotating it.
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							30Care and cleaning
8.Put the cap back on the emergency
emptying hose and place the latter
back in its seat.
9.Screw the pump fully in.
10. 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
replacing the cover, ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and
young children being able to remove it. 
Water inlet filter
If you notice that the machine is taking
longer to fill, check that the filter in the
water inlet hose is not blocked.
1.Turn off the water tap.
2.Unscrew the hose from the tap.
3.Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff
brush.
4.Screw the hose back onto the 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 and place the end of the emergency emptying hose
into the bowl. Remove its cap. The water should drain by gravity into the
bowl. When the bowl is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty the bowl.
Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out;
6.clean the pump if necessary as previously described;
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