Manuale d’uso / di manutenzione del prodotto EWF 12981 W del fabbricante Electrolux
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User Manual EWF 12981 W EWF 14981 W - EWF 16981 W W ashing Machine 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:05 Pagina 1.
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electrolux 3 W elcome to the world of Electrolux Thank you for choosing a first class product fr om Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasur e in the future. The Electr olux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life mor e comfortable.
4 contents electrolux Contents Safety information ..............................5 Product description ...........................7 Control panel .....................................8 Use ....................................................9 W ashing hints .
safety information electrolux 5 Safety Information In the interest of your safety and to ensure the corr ect use, before installing and first using the appliance, read this user manual carefully , including its hints and warnings.
6 safety information electrolux ● If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please r ead the “ dangers of freezing ”chapter . ● Any plumbing work requir ed to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
electrolux pr oduct description 7 Product description Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door opening handle Drain pump Adjustable feet 5 4 3 2 1 Prewash W ash Fabric Softener V arious pr ogramme charts in different languages are supplied with the appliance.
8 electrolux contr ol panel Control panel Programme selector dial Display T emperature button Spin reduction button Options buttons Confirm button Start/Pause button Time manger buttons 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 3 4 5 8 7 2 6 T emp Spin Ok Options Start/Pause Time 1 2 3 132978151 EN.
use electrolux 9 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.
10 electrolux use By pressing the «Options» buttons, you can increase or decr ease the contrast. Y ou can choose between different levels from 0 to 9 ( 0 = min. - 9 = max.). Press Ok button to confirm your choice. Reset settings The Reset setting function allows you to re-apply the factory settings.
use electrolux 11 Select the requir ed programme T ur n the programme selector dial to the requir ed programme. When the appliance is switched on, a frielndly jingle can be heard, at the same time the Electrolux logo appears on the display and, for few seconds, a short description of the selected programme is shown in last 2 rows of the display .
12 electrolux use Display Note! The DISPLA Y is used for setting a large number of functions and combine them with each other using only a few control elements (1 programme selector dial and 8 buttons). This simple control method is made easy thanks to the interactive display .
use electrolux 13 Delay The selected delay time value (up to 20 hours max.) appears on the right side of the display close to the relevant icon that it is lighted-on. The delay time value decreases every minute. Alarm codes In the event of operating problems, some alarm codes can be displayed, for example «Cannot fill water .
14 electrolux use Select the spin speed or No spin or Night Cycle or Rinse Hold option Press the Spin button r epeatedly to change the spin speed, if you want your laundry to be spun at a speed differ ent from the one pr oposed by the washing machine.
use electrolux 15 Select the options Depending on the selected programme only certain options are available and shown during the selection phase. Note: Not all the options are compatible between themselves. The uncompatible option icons will disappear .
16 electrolux use Extra Rinse: this option can be selected with all programmes except the Wool, Handwash, Silk pr ogrammes and Miniprogramme. The machine performs some additional rinses. This option is recommended for people who are allergic to detergents, and in areas wher e the water is very soft.
use electrolux 17 Cancelling the delayed start • Depress “Start/Pause” button to pause the appliance. • By pressing Up or Down button you can move through the options menu till you locate «End Time». • Press Ok button to activate this option (the visualized time starts to flash).
18 electrolux use Favorite: Pr ogramme settings that are fr equently used can be saved (e.g. cotton, 60°C, 1200 rpm, with Prewash and Extra Rinse). There ar e 3 memory spaces available for this purpose in the last 3 position of the programme selector dial.
use electrolux 19 • by pressing the Up or Down button you can move through the following list: T emperature Guide, Spin Speed Guide, Option Guide, Stain Guide and Demo Mode • press the Ok button to enter into the selected help Guide and by pressing the Up or Down you can read all the explanations of the selected one.
20 electrolux use The availability of these soil level icons change according to the type of fabric as shown in the chart. Select the Start/Pause T o start the selected programme, pr ess the “Start/Pause” button; the gr een pilot light stops flashing.
use electrolux 21 Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the “Start/Pause” button. The corresponding message will appear on the display . If the “door” icon and the message «Door unlocked» will appear on the display , the door can be opened.
columns and margins electrolux 22 22 electrolux washing hints W ashing 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.
washing hints electrolux 23 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.
24 electrolux washing hints Follow the product manufactur er’ 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 har dness of the water used.
International wash code symbol electrolux 25 International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help y ou choose the best wa y to treat your laundry . Energetic wash Delicate wash Max. wash temperature 95°C Max. wash temperature 60°C Max.
26 electrolux washing pr ogrammes W ashing pr ogrammes Programme/ T emperature T ype of laundry Options Description of programme Cottons Normal 95°- White and coloured cotton : e.
washing programmes electr olux 27 Rinse Separate rinse cycle for cotton hand washed items. Spin Reduction // / 3 rinses Long spin Drain For emptying out the last rinse water in programmes with the Rinse Hold or Night Cycle option. Draining of water Spin Separate spin for cottons.
Programme information 28 electrolux pr ogramme information Miniprogramme This is a complete programme that can be combined with the following options: spin speed reduction, no spin, rinse hold or night cycle, delayed start. T o be used for laundry which is lightly soiled or which needs freshening up.
programme information electr olux 29 Programme information Rinses With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments which have been washed by hand. The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final spin at maximum speed. The spin speed can be reduced by depr essing the corresponding button.
30 electrolux car e and cleaning Care and cleaning Y ou 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.
Cleaning the pump The pump should be inspected 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: • Disconnect the appliance.
32 electrolux car e and cleaning 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 r etightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it.
Something not working Certain problems ar e due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer .
34 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause Solution The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: ● The drain hose is squashed or kinked. (Cannot drain the water . Please check that the filter is clean and then press ST ART) ● The drain pump is clogged.
Malfunction Possible cause Solution The machine vibrates or is noisy: ● The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. ● The support feet have not been adjusted. ● The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. ● Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.
36 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause Solution If you are unable to identify or solve the problem, contact our service centr e. Before telephoning, make a note of the model, serial number and purchase date of your machine: the Service Centre will requir e this information.
T echnical data Dimensions Width 60 cm 85 cm 63 cm Height Depth W ater supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa 0,8 MPa Maximum Cotton Synthetics Delicates Handwash Silk Miniprogramme Maximum Load 7 kg 3 kg 3.
38 electrolux consumption value The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered pur ely indicative, as it may vary depending on the quantity and type of laundry , on the inlet water temperature and on the ambient temperature. It r efers to the highest temperature for each wash programme.
Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed befor e using the appliance. Y ou are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the machine ever has to be transported again. 1. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it’ s back to remove the polystyr ene base from the bottom.
40 electrolux installation 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and r emove the polystyrene block fitted with the adhesive tape on the door seal. 7. Fill the smaller upper hole and the two large ones with the corresponding plastic plug caps supplied in the bag containing the instruction booklet.
3. Set the hose correctly by loosening the ring nut. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks. 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance. The inlet hose must not be lengthened.
42 electrolux installation Electrical connection This machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V , single-phase, 50 Hz supply . Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load requir ed (2.2 kW), also taking into account any other appliances in use.
Environment concerns Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are r ecyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers.
European guarantee This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux, in each of the countries listed in the following page, for the period specified in the appliance guarantee or otherwise by law .
Customer Service Centres Should you need further assistance please contact your local Customer Service Centre www .electrolux.com à Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr .
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ANC number: 132 978 151-01-492006 132978151 EN.qxd 04/12/2006 16:06 Pagina 48.
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