AEG 1046 EL, 1246 EL manual Problem, Possible cause Solution

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Something not working?

Problem

The machine does not fill

The machine fills then empties immediately

The machine does not empty and/or does not spin

There is water on the floor

Possible cause	Solution

The water tap is closed (E10).	Open the water tap.
The water inlet hose is	Check the whole length of the
squashed or kinked (E10).	hose and remove the kink.
The small filter of the water	Clean the filter.
inlet hose is clogged (E10).
The door is not properly	Close the door.
closed (E40).
The end of the drain hose	Place the hose at the right
is too low.	height (see Installation
	section).

The drain hose is	Check the whole length of
squashed or kinked (E20).	the hose and remove the
	kink.
The drain filter or the	Clean the filter or check
drain hose are clogged (E20). the hose.
The RINSE HOLD option	Empty out the water by
(stop with water in drum)	pressing the START button
has been selected.	or selecting the DRAIN
	programme.
The laundry is not evenly	Redistribute the laundry
distributed inside the drum.	manually in the drum.

Too much detergent has	Measure detergent
been used.	according to the
	manufacturer’s instructions.
An unsuitable detergent	Use a suitable washing
has been used that	machine detergent.
creates too much foam.
One of the connectors on	Check that the hose is
the water inlet hose is	firmly screwed on at both
leaking.	ends.
The drain filter has not	Fully screw the filter into
been properly screwed on	place.
after cleaning.

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Contents Washing Machine Instruction Booklet Dear customer Contents Programme charts wash and special programmes Safety instructions General safetyPositioning, connection, starting up Follow the instructions for positioning and connectionChild safety Proper useDisposal Tips for environmental protectionPackaging materials MachineMain features of your washing machine Description of the appliance Front viewControl panel Programme selector dialDelay Start button START/PAUSE buttonProgramme Option buttons PrewashDisplay 1046EL 1246ELProgramme progress display Opening the door after the programme has started Cancelling a programmeAltering a programme which is running Detergent dispenser drawer Before the first washPreparing the wash cycle Sorting out and preparing the laundryWeight of laundry Sort of laundry Approximate Dry weightsTypes of fabric and care labels CottonDelicates Detergents and additives Add detergent and additive How to washLoad the laundry 1046 EL 1246 EL Selection of the desired optionsSelection of the spin speed or Rinse Hold option Before starting Selection of the Delay Start optionSelection of the Extra Rinse option Starting the programme At the end of the programme Programme chart Wash programmesMax Consumption Tion Special programmesDescrip Cleaning and maintenance Periodical cleaning ExteriorAfter each wash Detergent dispenser drawerWater inlet filter Door sealDrain pump Frost precautions Emergency emptying outSomething not working? TroubleshootingProblem Possible cause Solution Problem Possible cause SolutionProblem Possible cause DistributedUnsatisfactory washing results If grey stains remain on the laundryFoam is still visible even after the last rinse White residue is left on the laundryTechnical data This appliance complies with the following EC directivesService Instructions for installation and electrical connection Safety instructions for the installerRear view Dimensions of the applianceFront view and side view Installation UnpackingWater inlet PositioningLevelling Water drainage Electrical connectionPermanent connection Connect the machine to an earthed socketQxd 16/02/2005 1156 Pagina From the Electrolux Group. The world’s No choice