AEG 1046 EL, 1246 EL manual Main features of your washing machine

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Main features of your washing machine

•Programme and temperature setting using the programme selector.

•Stain programme for effectively treating stained washing.

•Energy saving programme for normally soiled cotton items.

•Speed for the final spin can be reduced to 800, 700 or 500 rpm for model 1046 EL, and to 900, 700 or 500 rpm for model 1246 EL.

•RINSE HOLD: the laundry is left immersed in the final rinse water to prevent creasing.

•Delay timer: programme start can be delayed up to 23 hours (e.g. to times with a more economical power rate).

•Programme progress display showing the programme steps selected and the programme phase which is running.

•Because of its gentle washing action, the special wool cycle washes your garments with extreme care.

•3-compartment drawer for detergent and fabric softener.

•Unbalance detection device: to prevent vibration during spinning.

•The ECO valve allows total use of detergent and reduces water con- sumption so saving energy.

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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