AEG Lavamat 16820 Instruction Booklet

Programme chart
Wash programmes
In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated on the
energy label refer to the “ECONOMY 60°C” wash programme for cotton.
* The consumption data shown on this chart is to be used as a guide only, as it
may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry, on the inlet water tem-
perature and on the ambient temperature. It refers to the highest temperature
for each wash programme.
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Wash 
programme
White
Cottons
Temp.
95°-60°
Fabrics
Cotton and...

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ProgrammeDescrip-
tionProgramme phasesAdditional
functionsMax.
load
Rinse
This pro-
gramme can
be used for
rinsing hand
washed gar-
ments.
3 rinses with liquid
additive.
Short spin.
(900 rpm max)
RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED6 kg
Softeners
Hand washed
garments to
be starched
or softened.1 rinse with liquid
additive.
Long spin.RINSE HOLD 
SPIN SPEED6 kg
Drain
For emptying
out the last
rinse water in
programmes
with the Rinse
Hold option
The water is emptied
out./
SpinSeparate spin
for cottons.Long spin.SPIN...

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Degree of dryingType of fabric Max. loadSpin speedDrying time
mins
Cupboard dry (*)
Suitable for items to
put away without
ironing
Iron dry
Suitable for ironing
Cotton and
linen (towels,
T-shirts,
bathrobes)3 kg160075-85
1.5 kg160040-50
Easy cares and
mixed fabrics
(jumpers,
blouses,
underwear,
household
linen)
2 kg90070-80
1 kg90035-45
Cotton and
linen (sheets,
tablecloths,
shirts, etc.)3 kg160055-65
1.5 kg160035-45
Extra dry
Ideal for towelling
materialsCotton and
linen
(bathrobes,
bath towels...

Consumption data for timed drying
The values shown in the chart have been obtained in laboratory tests.
They may vary when the appliance is used at home, but they can be
used as a guide.
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Degree of dryingSpin speedMax 
loadWater
litresEnergy
kWhDuration
minutes
Cotton
Extra dry16003 kg232,4085-95
Cotton
Cupboard dry16003 kg202,1075-85
Easy cares
Cupboard dry9002 kg201,2070-80
Cotton
Iron dry16003 kg161,6055-65
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Cleaning and maintenance
After each wash
At the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a lit-
tle to let it dry.
Leave the door ajar to allow air to circulate.
If the machine is not used for a prolonged period:
Close the water tap and unplug the appliance.
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...

To facilitate cleaning, the top part of the
additive compartment can be removed.
Detergent can also accumulate inside the
drawer recess: clean it with an old tooth-
brush.
Refit the drawer after cleaning.
Door seal
Regularly check to see, if there are deposits
or foreign objects in the rubber seal behind
the door and remove them.
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...

Remove any
objects from the
pump impeller by
rotating it.
Put the cap back
on the emergency
emptying hose and
place the latter
back in its seat.
Screw the pump fully in.
Close the pump door.
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.
Turn off the water tap.
Unscrew the hose from the tap.
Clean the filter in the hose with a stiff brush.
Screw the hose back onto the tap.
Emergency emptying out
If the water is not...

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Frost precautions
If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop
below 0°C, proceed as follows:
 Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap.
 Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet
hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out.
 Screw the water inlet hose back on and reposition the emergency
emptying hose after having put the cap on again
.
By doing this, any water remaining in the machine is removed, avoiding...

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The main electrical fuse or Replace the fuse.
the fuse in the plug has 
blown.
The door is not properly Close the door; the click
closed (E40). of the lock should be heard.
The plug is not connected. Insert the plug.
The START button has not Press the button.
been pressed.
The DELAYED START Check the selected delay on
option has been selected. the display.Something not working?
Problem
The machine does not
empty and/or does not spin
Possible cause
The drain hose is Check the whole length of
squashed...

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There is water on the floor
Too much detergent has Measure detergent 
been used. according to the
manufacturer’s instructions.
An unsuitable detergent Use a suitable washing
has been used that machine detergent.
creates too much foam.
One of the connectors on Check that the hose is 
the water inlet hose is firmly screwed on at both
leaking. ends.
The drain pump has not Fully screw the pump into
been properly screwed on place.
after cleaning.
The cap on the emergency Replace the cap on the 
emptying...