Electrolux WA L2 E100 User manual

User manual

WA L2 E100

WA L4 E100

WA L6 E100

Wasching machine

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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. Please take a few minutes to study

this manual so that you can take advantage of the benefits of your new

machine. We promise that it will provide a superior User Experience delivering

Ease-of-Mind. Good luck!

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Contents

Instruction for the user 7

Safety information 7-9

Product description 10

Detergent dispenser drawer 10

Control panel 11

First use 11

Personalization 12

Acoustic signals 12

Child safety lock 12

Daily use 12

Load the laundry 12

Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 13

Select the required programme 13

Select the spin speed or the Rinse Hold option 14

Programm option button 14

Select the Prewash option 15

Select the Stain option 15

Select the Time Saving option 15

Display 15

Select the Start/Pause 15

Duration of the selected programme 15

Incorrect option selection 15

Alarm codes 16

End of programme 16

Select the Start/Pause 16

Programme progress display 16

Select an additional rinse 17

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Contents

Altering an option or a running programme 17

Interrupting a programme 17

Cancelling a programme 17

Opening the door after the programme has started 17

At the end of the programme 18

Washing programmes 19-20

Programme information 21

Preparing the wash cycle 22

Sorting out the laundry 22

Temperatures 22

Before loading the laundry 22

Maximum loads 23

Laundry weights 23

Removing stains 24

Detergents and additives 25

Quantity of detergent to be used 25

Degrees of water hardness 25

International wash code symbols 26

Care and cleaning 27

Descaling 27

After each wash 27

Maintenance wash 27

External cleaning 27

Detegent dispenser drawer 27

Washing drum 28

Door seal 28

Drain pump 28

Water inlet filter 30

Emergency emptying out 30

Frost precautions 31

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Something not working 32-34

Techinical Data 35

Consumption value 36

Installation 37

Unpacking 37

Positioning and levelling 39

Water inlet 39

Water stop-device 40

Water drainage 40

Electrical connection 41

Permanent connection 41

Enviroment concerns 42

Packaging materials 42

Old machine 42

Ecological hints 42

Guarantee 43-45

Customer service centres 46

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Safety information

Instruction for the user

Safety information

Prior to using for the first time

●The safety of ELECTROLUX appliances complies with the industry standards

and with legal requirements on the safety of appliances. However, as

manufacturers, we feel it is our duty to provide the following safety notes.

You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

●It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the

appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to

another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always

ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new

owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant

warnings.

●You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

●Before first starting up, check the machine for any damage incurred during

transport. Never connect up a damaged machine. If parts are damaged,

contact your supplier.

●If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when there are minus

temperatures: Store the washing machine at room temperature for 24 hours

before using for the first time.

General safety

●It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in

any way.

●During high temperature wash programmes the door glass may get hot. Do

not touch it!

●Make sure that small pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this, please

check into the drum before using.

●Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard,

sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the

machine.

●Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and detergent. Damage to

the fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the manufacturer’s

recommendations of quantities.

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●Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a 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, material

without hems or torn material.

●Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean

and maintenance.

●Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself.

Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious

malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always insist on genuine

spare parts.

Installation

●When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not damaged. If in doubt, do

not use it and contact the Service Centre.

●All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can

occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant

section in the user manual.

●After having installed the appliance, check that it is not pressing or standing on

its electrical supply cable, inlet hose and drain hose.

●If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to

allow air to circulate freely

●Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from hoses and their connections

after the installation.

●If the appliance is installed in a location subject to frost, please read the

«dangers of freezing» chapter.

●Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a

qualified plumber or competent person.

●Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a

qualified electrician or competent person.

Use

●This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must not be used for purposes

other than those for which it was designed.

●Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. Follow the

instructions on each garment label.

●Do not overload the appliance. See the relevant section in the user manual.

Safety information

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Safety information

●Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are

fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint,

ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine

washed.

●Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should

not be machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be

taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in

the machine.

●Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug from the socket; always

take hold of the plug itself.

●Never use the washing machine if the power supply cable, the control panel,

the working surface or the base are damaged so that the inside of the washing

machine is accessible.

Child Safety

●This appliance is not intended for use by person (including children) with

reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and

knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning

use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

●Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the

appliance.

●The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyrene) can be dangerous to

children - danger of suffocation! Keep them out of children’s reach.

●Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s reach.

●Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the drum. To avoid this the

machine incorporates special feature. To activate this device, rotate the button

(without pressing it) inside the door clockwise until the groove is horizontal. If

necessary use a coin. To disable this device and restore the possibility of closing

the door, rotate the button anti-clockwise until the groove is vertical.

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Product description

Your new appliance meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of

laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption.

The ECO valve system allows total use of detergent and reduces water

consumption so saving energy.

Detergent dispenser drawer

Compartment for prewash phase or stain remover used for prewash. The

prewash detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The

stain remover is added during the STAIN-Action phase in the main wash.

Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash.

Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).

Rating plate

Drain pump

Adjustable feet

Detergent dispenser drawer

Control panel

Door opening handle

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