Electrolux EW 1062 W manual Something not WORKING?, Problem Possible cause

SOMETHING NOT WORKING?

Problems which you can resolve yourself

		Problem		Possible cause
■		The machine does not start up:	■	Check that the door is firmly closed.
			■ Check that the machine is plugged in and
				that there is power at the socket.
			■ Check that the main fuse or the fuse in the
				plug has not blown.
			■ Check that the programme selector dial is
				positioned correctly and the ON/OFF button
				depressed.
■		The machine does not fill:	■	Check that the water tap is open.
			■ Check that water is coming out of the tap.
			■ Check that the inlet hose is not squashed or
				kinked.
			■ Check that the filter in the inlet hose is not
				blocked.
			■ Check that the door is closed.
■ The machine fills then empties		■	The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to
		immediately:		relevant paragraph in “water drainage”
				section.
■ The machine does not empty			■	Check that the drain hose is not squashed or
		and/or does not spin:		kinked.	has been
			■	A programme with the option
				selected.
			■ Check that the laundry is evenly distributed in
				the drum.
■		There is water on the floor:	■	Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent
				(creates too much foam) has been used.
			■ Check whether there are any leaks from one
				of the inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy
				to see this as the water runs down the hose;
				check to see if it is damp.
			■ Check that the drain hose is not damaged.
■		The machine vibrates or is noisy:	■	Check that all the transit bolts and packing
				have been removed.
			■ Check that the machine is not resting against
				anything.
			■ Check that the support feet are resting firmly
				on the ground and that the lock nuts are
				securely tightened.
			■ Check that the laundry is evenly distributed in
				the drum.
			■ Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.

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