Electrolux EWG12740W User Manual

User ManualEWG 12740 WWashing Machine132969690_GB.qxd 13/09/2007 11.36 Pagina 1

10 electrolux usedetergent required, pour it into the mainwash compartment and, if you wishto carry out a programme with the«prewash» phase, pour it

use electrolux 11Attention!If you turn the programme selector dialto another programme when themachine is working, the red«Start/Pause» pilot light w

12 electrolux useTo empty out the water:● turn the programme selector dial to«O»● select the Drain or Spinprogramme● reduce the spin speed if needed

use electrolux 13You must select this option after youhave set the programme and beforeyou press the «Start/Pause» button.If you wish to add laundry

14 electrolux useAfter you have pressed the«Start/Pause» button and the machinehas started, the (Door locked) icon islighted-on and only the phase ru

use electrolux 15Select the Start/PauseTo start the selected programme, pressthe «Start/Pause» button; the greenpilot light stops flashing.The «door

16 electrolux useAttention!The «Time Manager» option cannot beselected with the Eco programmes.The availability of these soil level iconschange accord

use electrolux 17Opening the door after theprogramme has startedFirst set the machine to pause bypressing the «Start/Pause» button.If the «Door locke

18 electrolux washing hintsWashing hintsSorting the laundryFollow the wash code symbols on eachgarment label and the manufacturer’swashing instruction

washing hints electrolux 19Removing stainsStubborn stains may not be removedby just water and detergent. It istherefore advisable to treat them prior

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20 electrolux washing hintsThe washing machine incorporates arecirculation system which allows anoptimal use of the concentrateddetergent.Pour liquid

International wash code symbol electrolux 21International wash code symbolsThese symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the bes

22 electrolux washing programmesWashing programmesProgramme/TemperatureType of laundry OptionsDescription ofprogrammeCottonsNormal90 - White and colou

washing programmes electrolux 23RinseSeparate rinse cyclefor cotton handwashed items.Spin Red./NoSpin/Night Cycle/Rinse Hold, EasyIron, Extra Rinse3

Programme informationRinsesWith this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cottongarments which have been washed by hand.The machine performs 3 r

care and cleaning electrolux 25Care and cleaningYou must DISCONNECT the appliancefrom the electricity supply, before youcan carry out any cleaning o

26 electrolux care and cleaningCleaning the water drain filterA clean filter is important for the correctoperating of the machine, and shouldtherefore

Cleaning the water inlet filterIf your water is very hard or containstraces of lime deposit, the water inletfilter may become clogged.It is therefore

28 electrolux Something not workingSomething not workingCertain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which canbe solved easil

Something not working electrolux 29Malfunction Possible causeSolutionThe machine does notempty and/or does not spin:● The drain hose is squashedor ki

electrolux 3Welcome to the world of ElectroluxThank you for choosing a first class product from Electrolux, which hopefully willprovide you with lots

30 electrolux Something not workingThe machine vibrates or isnoisy:● The transit bolts andpacking have not beenremoved.● The support feet have notbeen

columns and margins electrolux 31If you are unable to identify or solve theproblem, contact our service centre.Before telephoning, make a note of the

32 electrolux technical data Technical dataDimensions Width 60 cm82 cm54 cmHeightDepthWater supply pressure Minimum 0,05 MPa0,8 MPaMaximumCottonSynth

consumption values electrolux 33Consumption valuesWaterconsumption (in litres)Programme Energyconsumption (in kWh)Programmeduration (in minutes)Cot

34 electrolux installationInstallationUnpackingAll transit bolts and packing must beremoved before using the appliance.You are advised to keep all tra

installation electrolux 357. Plug the open holes with the plugssupplied with the instruction booklet.PositioningInstall the machine on a flat hard fl

36 electrolux installationIf it is too short and you do not wish tomove the tap, you will have topurchase a new, longer hose speciallydesigned for th

installation electrolux 37Electrical connectionThis machine is designed to operate ona 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hzsupply.Check that your domestic

38 electrolux installationBuilding-inThis appliance has been designed tobe built into the kitchen furniture.The recess should have the dimensionsshow

installation electrolux 39b) HingesTo mount the hinges it is necessary todrill two holes (dia. 35 mm, depth12.5-14 mm depending on the depthof door f

4 contents electroluxContentsSafety information...5Product description ...7Control panel...

40 electrolux building-inWith the appliance installed adjust allfour feet ensuring the machine is stable,and a clearance of approximately 5 mmis left

environment concerns electrolux 41Environment concernsPackaging materialsThe materials marked with the symbolare recyclable.>PE<=polyethylene&g

42 electrolux guarantee/customer service European guaranteeThis appliance is guaranteed byElectrolux, in each of the countries listedin the following

service centres electrolux 43Customer Service CentresShould you need further assistance please contact your local Customer ServiceCentrewww.electrolu

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safety information electrolux 5Safety InformationIn the interest of your safety and toensure the correct use, beforeinstalling and first using theapp

6 safety information electrolux● If the appliance is installed in alocation subject to frost, please readthe “dangers of freezing”chapter.● Any plumbi

electrolux product description 7Product descriptionDetergent dispenser drawerControl panelDoor opening handleDrain filterAdjustable feet54321PrewashW

8 electrolux control panelControl panelProgramme selector dialTemperature buttonSpin reduction buttonEasy Iron buttonExtra Rinse buttonDelay buttonDis

use electrolux 9UseFirst Use● Ensure that the electrical and waterconnections comply with theinstallation instructions.● Remove the polystryrene bloc