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User Manual Washing Machine EWN 14991 W - EWN 14991 S...
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electrolux 3 Welcome to the world of Electrolux Thank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully will provide you with lots of pleasure in the future. The Electrolux ambition is to offer a wide variety of quality products that make your life more comfortable. You find some examples on the cover in this manual.
safety information electrolux 5 Safety Information washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum. ● Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with whalebones, In the interest of your safety and to material without hems or torn ensure the correct use, before...
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6 safety information electrolux in order to allow air to circulate freely always take hold of the plug itself. ● ● Always be sure, that there is no Never use the washing machine if water leakage from hoses and their the power supply cable, the control connections after the installation.
electrolux product description 7 Product description Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. The New Jet system allows total use of detergent and reduces water consumption so saving energy. Detergent dispenser drawer Control panel Door opening handle...
use electrolux 9 With a short/single time pressure of the Option buttons, the time varies First Use minute by minute. With a continue pressure of the same buttons, the time varies 10 minutes by 10 minutes. Press the Ok button to fix the current time. Ensure that the electrical and water ●...
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10 electrolux use You can choose between different levels Child lock: your appliance is from min. - max.). provided of CHILD SAFETY LOCK, Press Ok button to confirm your choice. which permits you to leave the appliance not supervised with the door Setting the contrast closed without having the worry that The Contrast setting allows you to...
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use electrolux 11 If you press any key after the programme has started with «child lock» enabled, the display shows the message «Machine is locked, use key combination to unlock it.». At the end of the programme it is necessary to press simoultaneously buttons for 5 seconds until the display will show the message «Machine unlocked»...
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12 electrolux use At the end of the programme the (*) Only with Cottons , Synthetics selector dial must be turned to and Delicates programmes. position O, to switch the machine off. Attention! If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is working, on the display will The Start/Pause button light will start...
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use electrolux 13 The duration is calculated automatically on the basis of the maximum recommended load for each type of fabric. After the programme has started, the time remaining is updated every minute. Programme progress display After you have pressed the Start/Pause button, the display of the the machine shows which phase of the programme wash is performing.
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14 electrolux use Select the temperature End of programme Press this button repeatedly to increase or When the programme has finished the decrease the temperature, if you want messages «Door Unlocked» and your laundry to be washed at a «Finished» appear alternatively. temperature different from the one The door icon remains lighted-on to...
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use electrolux 15 When the programme has finished the No spin option eliminates all the display shows the icon of the selected spin phases and increases the number programme, below the icon of the of rinses for cottons, synthetics, deli- selected programme and the message cates and silk.
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16 electrolux use Easy iron: selecting this option 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 cottons and synthetics. This function can be used only for cotton and synthetic fabrics.
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use electrolux 17 button you can move through the Cancelling the delayed start options menu till you locate «End • Depress Start/Pausa button to Time». pause the appliance. • Press Ok button to activate this • By pressing Up or Down option (the visualized time starts to button you can move through the flash).
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18 electrolux use • by pressing select the Wash Guide: this appliance is number of Favourite (1-2) in which provided of a wash guide menu that you wish memorize your customized you allow to select the most suitable programme. temperature, spin speed and options to wash your laundry.
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use electrolux 19 This function allows you to modify the washing time, automatically proposed by the washing machine. By pressing the «Time manager buttons « » repeatedly, the duration of the washing cycle can be increased or decreased. The Time manager option cannot be selected with Economy programme.
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20 electrolux use To interrupt a programme which is Fabric Soil Level running, depress the Start/Pause Cottons button: the green pilot light starts to flash and the icon and the current 95°C phase of the selected programme 60/50°C appears on the display to indicate that 40°C the appliance is paused.
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use electrolux 21 Cancelling a programme At the end of the programme Turn the selector dial to “O” and then The machine stops automatically. in the new selected programme. If the Rinse Hold or Night Cycle Press the Ok button to cancel the options have been selected, the programme which is running.
22 electrolux washing hints Washing hints 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. Sorting the laundry Maximum loads Follow the wash code symbols on each Recommended loads are indicated in garment label and the manufacturer’s the programme charts.
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washing hints electrolux 23 Oil based paint: moisten with benzine Detergents and additives stain remover, lay the garment on a soft Good washing results also depend on cloth and dab the stain; treat several the choice of detergent and use of the times.
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24 electrolux washing hints 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.
International wash code symbol electrolux 25 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 Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash Max. wash temperature temperature temperature temperature...
26 electrolux washing programmes Washing programmes Programme/ Description of Type of laundry Options Temperature programme White and coloured Spin Reduction Main wash from 90°C Time manager cotton: e.g. sheets, (cold) Cottons tablecloths, household 3 rinses linen, shirts, blouses, Long spin underwear.
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washing programmes electrolux 27 Washing programmes Programme/ Description of Type of laundry Options Temperature programme Spin Reduction Separate rinse cycle 3 rinses Rinse for cotton hand Long spin washed items. For emptying out the last rinse water in programmes with the Draining of water Drain Rinse Hold or Night...
28 electrolux programme information Washing programmes Programme/ Description of Type of laundry Options Temperature programme Main wash at 30°C Washing cycle for Shirts 2 rinses Spin Reduction/ lightly soiled shirts Short spin at 900 rpm Main wash at 40°C Extremely delicate Spin Reduction Lingerie 3 rinses...
programme information electrolux 29 Programme information This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton and synthetic items. The temperature will Eco’s decrease and the washing time will be extended. This allows programmes to obtain a good washing efficiency by saving energy. Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as Wool and for hand washable woollens and delicate fabrics with the...
30 electrolux care and cleaning Care and cleaning Cleaning the dispenser drawer The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. Remove the drawer by pressing the You must DISCONNECT the appliance catch downwards and by pulling it out. from the electricity supply, before you Flush it out under a tap, to remove any can carry out any cleaning or...
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care and cleaning electrolux 31 • pull out the emergency emptying cap Cleaning the pump from the filter cover, using a pliers. 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.
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32 electrolux care and cleaning Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. • replace the filter into the pump paying attention to insert it properly. When done, screw it firmly •...
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care and cleaning electrolux 33 It is therefore a good idea to clean it Emergency emptying out from time to time. If the water is not discharged, proceed Turn off the water tap. Unscrew the as follows to empty out the machine: water inlet hose.
Something not working 34 electrolux 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 Service Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. During machine operation it is possible that it is possible that red Start/Pause pilot light flashes, one of the following messages appear on the display and the buzzer sounds a jingle to indicate that the machine is not working:...
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columns and margins electrolux 35 Malfunction Possible cause Solution The machine does not fill: The water tap is closed. Open the water tap. ● ● (Cannot fill water. Please that the tap is open and then press The inlet hose is squashed or Check the inlet hose ●...
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36 electrolux something not working Malfunction Possible cause Solution There is water on the floor: Too much detergent or Reduce the detergent ● ● unsuitable detergent quantity or use another one. (creates too much foam) has been used. Check whether there are Check the water inlet hose ●...
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something not working electrolux 37 Malfunction Possible cause Solution The machine makes an The machine is fitted with a ● unusual noise type of motor which makes an unusual noise compared with other traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer start and more even distribution of the laundry in the drum when spinning, as well as...
38 electrolux technical data Technical data Dimensions Width 60 cm Height 85 cm Depth 63 cm Electrical connection Voltage Information on the electrical connection is given on - Overall power - Fuse the rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door Water supply pressure Minimum...
40 electrolux installation Installation Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all transit devices so that they can be refitted if the 4. Unscrew and remove the two large machine ever has to be transported rear bolts B and the six smaller bolts again.
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installation electrolux 41 6. Open the porthole, take out the inlet hose from the drum and remove the polystyrene block fitted with the adhesive tape on the door seal. Accurate levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials 7.
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42 electrolux 4. Connect the hose to a tap with a There should be a minimum distance 3/4” thread. Always use the hose of 5.02m (16.5 ft) between the supplied with the appliance. The appliance’s inlet and the bottom of the inlet hose must not be lengthened.
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installation electrolux 43 The drain hose may be extended to a Push the drain hose onto the spigot maximum of 4 metres. and secure with a clip if required, ensure a loop is formed in the drain hose (see diagram) to prevent waste from the sink entering the washing machine.
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44 electrolux installation Note Electrical connection Please ensure that when the appliance Any electrical work required to install is installed it is easily accessible for the this appliance should be carried out by engineer in the event of a breakdown. a qualified electrician or competent person.
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installation electrolux 45 Permanent connection In the case of permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations.
46 electrolux environment concerns Environment concerns Ecological hints To save water, energy and to help Packaging materials protect the environment, we The materials marked with the symbol recommend that you follow these tips: are recyclable. • Normally soiled laundry may be >PE<=polyethylene washed without prewashing in order >PS<=polystyrene...
guarantee/customer service electrolux 47 Standard guarantee conditions • Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus tho- We, Electrolux, undertake that if within se which are subject to rental agree- 12 months of the date of the purchase ments.
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48 electrolux guarantee/customer service Customer Care European Guarantee For general enquiries concerning your This appliance is guaranteed by Electrolux appliance, or for further infor- Electrolux in each of the countries mation on Electrolux products please listed at the back of this user manual, contact our Customer Care for the period specified in the appliance Department by letter or telephone at...
electrolux 49 Customer Service Centres Should you need further assistance please contact your local Customer Service Centre www.electrolux.com Albania +35 5 4 261 450 Rr. Pjeter Bogdani Nr. 7 Tirane Belgique/België/Belgien +32 2 363 04 44 Bergensesteenweg 719, 1502 Lembeek Česká...