AEG L12820 User Manual

LAVAMAT 12820 TURBO ELECTRONICThe environmentally friendly washer-dryerLa lavadora-secadora ecológicaInstruction bookletInstrucciones para el usoAUS E

Description of the applianceFront view10FRIO12820UPDATE6 kgDrain pumpDoorControl panelDetergent drawerAdjustable feet132993360 gb.qxd 10/25/02 9:26

11Control panelA = Option buttonsB = Spin speed button C = Electronic drying buttonD = DisplayE = START/PAUSE buttonF = Delay start buttonG = Drying t

12Description of the appliancePosition “E” corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme at approx.67°C for normally soiled laundry, extended washing tim

13ELECTRONIC DRYING button By means of this button you can choose the required degree of dryingfor cottons and synthetics:- Store dry - Iron dry (not

SOAK The machine performs a soak of about 30 minutes at 30°C. By pressingthe (DELAY START) button the soak time can be prolonged up to 10hours max. Af

Warning! The programme selector dial must be turned first to RESET“O” and then to the DRAIN programme.If the water is not emptied out, the machine aut

Cancelling a programmeTo cancel a programme which is running, turn the programme selectordial to the RESET O position.Warning! After a programme which

Detergent dispenser drawerCompartment for prewash or soak detergent and stain remover. The prewashor soak detergent is added at the beginning of the w

Preparing the wash cycleSorting out and preparing the laundry• Sort out the laundry according to type of fabrics and care labels (see“Types of fabric

Weight of laundryTypes of fabric and care labelsThe labels on garments help you to select the most suitable wash pro-gramme. The laundry should be sor

Dear customer,Please read these operating instructions carefully and pay particularattention to the safety notes indicated in the first pages. We reco

Delicates Microfibres, synthetics or curtains marked with these symbols require avery gentle treatment.The DELICATES programme is suitable for this ty

21Detergents and additives Which detergent and additive?Use only detergents and additives for washing machines. Follow themanufacturer’s instructions.

Preparing the drying cycleAs a dryer, the machine works on the condensation principle.Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose mustdra

Drying symbols on garment labelsAlways look at the garment label to check whether garments can bemachine dried. The following symbols refer to drying:

Additional dryingShould the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, setanother short drying time.Warning! To prevent the formation of cr

25How to washLoad the laundryOpen the door.Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time. Distribute laundry asevenly as possible. Close the door.

26How to washSelection of the desired wash programmeTurn the programme selector dialto the desired position: the lightscorresponding to the differentp

EXTRA RINSEThis appliance is designed for saving water. However, for people witha very delicate skin (allergic to detergents) it may be necessary tori

If the delay start option has been selected, the machine starts itscountdown, in hours, which will appear on the display. During thisperiod it is poss

Turn the selector dial to O.Remove the laundry from the drum.Check that the drum is empty so as to avoid any forgotten itemsbeing damaged in a subsequ

ContentsSafety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . .

30Programme chartWash programmes(● ) In compliance with EC directive 92/75, the consumption figures indicated onthe energy label refer to the 60°C was

Programme chartSpecial programmes* The consumption data shown on this chart is to be considered purelyindicative, as it may vary depending on the qua

Programme chartDrying(*) The STORE DRY drying programme for cotton is the reference programmefor the Energy Label data, in compliance with standard EE

Consumption data for dryingThe values shown in the chart have been obtained in laboratory tests.They may vary when the appliance is used at home, but

34Cleaning and maintenanceAfter each washAt the end of the wash programme, pull the dispenser drawer out a lit-tle to let it dry.Leave the door ajar t

Door sealCheck from time to time the door seal andeliminate eventual possible objects that couldbe trapped in the fold.Drain pumpThe pump should be in

Water inlet filterIf you notice that the machine is taking longer to fill, check that thefilter in the water inlet hose is not blocked.Turn off the wa

37Something not working?If during the spin cycle the machine makes an unusualwhistling noise, different from the noise made by tradi-tional washing ma

38Something not working?ProblemThe machine does notempty and/or does not spinPossible causeThe drain hose is Check the whole length ofsquashed or kink

39Something not working?ProblemThe door will not openPossible causeThe programme is still Wait until the end of therunning and the drum programme befo

Preparing the drying cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22Load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40Something not working?Spinning starts late or themachine does not spinThe unbalance detection If the laundry is not evenlydevice that prevents distr

Unsatisfactory washing resultsIf the laundry looks grey and lime scale is found in the drum • Too little detergent has been used.• An unsuitable deter

Technical dataHeight x Width x Depth 85x60x60 cmDepth with door opened 101,5 cmHeight adjustment ± 13 mm approx.Load (depending on programme) 6 kgU

ServiceIn the section “Something not working?” some problems that can besolved by yourself are listed. Read this section in the event of problems.If y

Instructions for installation and electrical connectionSafety instructions for the installer• This appliance is heavy, care should be taken when movin

Dimensions of the applianceFront view and side viewRear view45712820UPDATE6 kg566600101525Cold water34017050404585Power cableDrain132993360 gb.qxd 10

46InstallationUnpackingAll transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appli-ance.Using a spanner,unscrew andremove the 2 rearbottom sc

PositioningInstall the machine on a flat hard floor.Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded bycarpets, rugs etc.• Before plac

The inlet hose must not be lengthened. If it is too short and you do notwish to move the tap, you will have to purchase a new, longer hose spe-cially

49Electrical connectionThis machine is designed to operate on a 220-230 V, single-phase, 50 Hz supply.Check that your domestic electrical installation

Technical data. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Safety instructionsThe safety of AEG appliances complies with the industry standards andwith legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However,

Child safety• Children are often not aware of how dangerous electrical appliancescan be. When the machine is working, children should be carefullysupe

DisposalPackaging materialsThe materials marked with the symbol are recyclable.>PE<=polyethylene>PS<=polystyrene>PP<=polypropyleneT

Main features of your washer-dryer• Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector.• Stain programme for effectively treating stained