Electrolux EW6F3944FQ User manual

Electrolux
Brand
Electrolux
Model
EW6F3944FQ
Category
Washing machines
Type
User manual
EW6F3944FQ
EN Washing Machine User Manual
WE’RE THINKING OF YOU
Thank you for purchasing an Electrolux appliance. You’ve
chosen a product that brings with it decades of professional
experience and innovation. Ingenious and stylish, it has been
designed with you in mind. So whenever you use it, you can be
safe in the knowledge that you’ll get great results every time.
Welcome to Electrolux.
Visit our website for:
Get usage advice, brochures, trouble shooter, service information:
www.electrolux.com/webselfservice
Register your product for better service:
www.registerelectrolux.com
Buy Accessories, Consumables and Original spare parts for your appliance:
www.electrolux.com/shop
CUSTOMER CARE AND SERVICE
Always use original spare parts.
When contacting our Authorised Service Centre, ensure that
you have the following data available: Model, PNC, Serial
Number.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
Warning / Caution-Safety information
General information and tips
Environmental information
Subject to change without notice.
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CONTENTS
1. SAFETY INFORMATION.......................................................... 7
1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety.............................7
1.2 General Safety................................................................. 7
2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.........................................................9
2.1 Installation........................................................................ 9
2.2 Electrical connection...................................................... 10
2.3 Water connection........................................................... 10
2.4 Use.................................................................................11
2.5 Service........................................................................... 11
2.6 Disposal......................................................................... 11
3. INSTALLATION.......................................................................13
3.1 Unpacking...................................................................... 13
3.2 Positioning and levelling.................................................15
3.3 The inlet hose ................................................................16
3.4 Water drainage ..............................................................17
4. ACCESSORIES.......................................................................20
4.1 Fixing plate kit (4055171146).........................................20
4.2 Stacking kit.....................................................................20
4.3 Pedestal with the drawer................................................21
4.4 Available in www.electrolux.com/shop or from authorised
dealer................................................................................... 21
5. PRODUCT DESCRIPTION......................................................22
5.1 Appliance overview........................................................ 22
5.2 AutoDose detergent dispenser.......................................22
6. CONTROL PANEL..................................................................24
6.1 Special features............................................................. 24
6.2 Control panel description............................................... 24
6.3 Display........................................................................... 25
6.4 Multilingual badges........................................................ 27
7. THE AUTODOSE TECHNOLOGY (AUTODOSING).............. 28
7.1 Introduction.................................................................... 28
7.2 Basic Setting.................................................................. 28
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8. WI-FI - CONNECTIVITY SETUP......................................... 33
8.1 Installing and configuring "My Electrolux" ..................... 33
8.2 Configuring the washing machine wireless
connection............................................................................33
8.3 Remote Start............................................................... 35
9. DIAL AND BUTTONS............................................................. 37
9.1 Introduction.................................................................... 37
9.2 On/Off
........................................................................ 37
9.3 Temperature ..............................................................37
9.4 Spin
............................................................................ 37
9.5 Prewash .................................................................... 38
9.6 Intensive .....................................................................39
9.7 Permanent Extra Rinse
............................................. 40
9.8 Permanent Soft Plus ................................................ 40
9.9 Easy Iron
.................................................................40
9.10 Delay Start ............................................................... 41
9.11 Time Manager .......................................................... 41
9.12 Start/Pause
..............................................................43
10. PROGRAMMES.................................................................... 44
10.1 Programme Chart.........................................................44
10.2 Woolmark Apparel Care - Blue ................................... 52
11. SETTINGS.............................................................................53
11.1 Acoustic signals........................................................... 53
11.2 Child Lock.................................................................... 53
11.3 Connectivity..................................................................53
12. BEFORE FIRST USE............................................................ 55
13. DAILY USE............................................................................56
13.1 Activating the appliance............................................... 56
13.2 Loading the laundry......................................................56
13.3 Filling the detergent and additives on AutoDose
system..................................................................................57
13.4 Manual filling the detergent and additives....................59
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13.5 AutoDose low level indication...................................... 61
13.6 Setting a programme....................................................62
13.7 Starting a programme.................................................. 62
13.8 Starting a programme with the delay start................... 63
13.9 The SensiCare System load detection ........................64
13.10 Interrupting a programme and changing the
options..................................................................................65
13.11 Cancelling a running programme............................... 65
13.12 Opening the door - Adding garments......................... 66
13.13 End of the programme............................................... 66
13.14 Draining water out after end of cycle..........................67
13.15 Stand-by option.......................................................... 67
14. HINTS AND TIPS.................................................................. 69
14.1 The laundry load.......................................................... 69
14.2 Stubborn stains............................................................ 69
14.3 Detergents and other treatments................................. 70
14.4 Ecological hints............................................................ 70
14.5 Water hardness............................................................71
15. CARE AND CLEANING........................................................ 72
15.1 External cleaning..........................................................72
15.2 Descaling..................................................................... 72
15.3 Maintenance wash....................................................... 72
15.4 Door seal with double lip trap.......................................73
15.5 Cleaning the drum........................................................73
15.6 Cleaning the detergent dispenser and the AutoDose
compartment........................................................................ 74
15.7 Cleaning the drain pump.............................................. 79
15.8 Cleaning the inlet hose and the valve filter ................. 81
15.9 Emergency drain.......................................................... 82
15.10 Frost precautions....................................................... 82
16. TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................... 83
16.1 Introduction.................................................................. 83
16.2 Possible failures........................................................... 84
17. CONSUMPTION VALUES.................................................... 91
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18. TECHNICAL DATA............................................................... 94
19. QUICK GUIDE.......................................................................95
19.1 Daily use...................................................................... 95
19.2 Cleaning the drain pump filter...................................... 96
19.3 Programmes.................................................................96
20. PRODUCT INFORMATION SHEET IN REFERENCE TO E.U.
REGULATION 1369/2017........................................................... 98
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1. SAFETY INFORMATION
Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read
the supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible
for any injuries or damages that are the result of incorrect
installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe
and accessible location for future reference.
1.1 Children and vulnerable people safety
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years
and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning
the use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the
hazards involved.
• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with
very extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away
unless continuously supervised.
• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away
unless continuously supervised.
• Do not let children play with the appliance.
• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it
appropriately.
• Keep detergents away from children.
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the
door is open.
• If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be
activated.
• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance
of the appliance without supervision.
1.2 General Safety
• Do not change the specification of this appliance.
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• This appliance is intended to be used in household and
similar applications such as:
– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working
environments;
– by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other
residential type environments;
– areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in
launderettes.
• Do not exceed the maximum load of kg (refer to the
"Programme chart" chapter).
• The operating water pressure at the water entry point from
the outlet connection must be between 0.5 bar (0.05 MPa)
and 8 bar (0.8 MPa).
• The ventilation opening in the base must not be covered by
a carpet, mat, or any floor covering.
• The appliance must be connected to the water mains using
the new supplied hose sets, or other new hose sets supplied
by the Authorised Service Centre.
• Old hose sets must not be reused.
• If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must be
replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre
or similarly qualified persons to avoid an electrical hazard.
• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance
and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.
• Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to
clean the appliance.
• Clean the appliance with a moist cloth. Use only neutral
detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning
pads, solvents or metal objects.
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2. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Installation
The installation must comply with relevant national regulations.
• Remove all the packaging and the transit bolts including rubber
bush with plastic spacer.
• Keep the transit bolts in a safe place. If the appliance is to be
moved in the future they must be reattached to lock the drum to
prevent an internal damage.
• Always take care when moving the appliance as it is heavy.
Always use safety gloves and enclosed footwear.
• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.
• Follow the installation instructions supplied with the appliance.
• Do not install or use the appliance where the temperature can be
less than 0°C or where it is exposed to the weather.
• The floor area on which the appliance is to be installed must be
flat, stable, heat resistant and clean.
• Make sure that there is air circulation between the appliance and
the floor.
• When the appliance is in its permanent position, check if it is
levelled correctly with the aid of a spirit level. If it is not, adjust the
feet accordingly.
• Do not install the appliance directly above a floor drain.
• Do not spray water on the appliance and do not expose it to
excessive humidity.
• Do not install the appliance where the appliance door cannot be
fully opened.
• Do not put a closed container to collect possible water leakage
under the appliance. Contact the Authorised Service Centre to
ensure which accessories can be used.
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2.2 Electrical connection
WARNING!
Risk of fire and electric shock.
• The appliance must be earthed.
• Always use a correctly installed shockproof socket.
• Make sure that the parameters on the rating plate are compatible
with the electrical ratings of the mains power supply.
• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension cables.
• Make sure not to cause damage to the mains plug and to the
mains cable. Should the mains cable need to be replaced, this
must be carried out by our Authorised Service Centre.
• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket only at the end of the
installation. Make sure that there is access to the mains plug after
the installation.
• Do not touch the mains cable or the mains plug with wet hands.
• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the appliance. Always
pull the mains plug.
• This appliance complies with the E.E.C. Directives.
2.3 Water connection
• Do not cause damage to the water hoses.
• Before connection to new pipes, pipes not used for a long time,
where repair work has been carried out or new devices fitted
(water meters, etc.), let the water flow until it is clean and clear.
• Ensure that there are no visible water leaks during and after the
first use of the appliance.
• Do not use an extension hose if the inlet hose is too short.
Contact the Authorised Service Centre for the replacement of the
inlet hose.
• It is possible to see water flowing from the drain hose. This is due
to the testing of the appliance with the use of water in the factory.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• You can extend the drain hose to maximum 400 cm. Contact the
Authorised Service Centre for the other drain hose and the
extension.
2.4 Use
WARNING!
Risk of injury, electric shock, fire, burns or damage to the
appliance.
• Follow the safety instructions on the detergent packaging.
• Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with
flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
• Make sure that all metal objects are removed from the laundry.
• Do not wash fabrics which are heavily soiled with oil, grease or
other greasy substances. It can damage rubber parts of the
washing machine. Prewash such fabrics by hand before loading
them into the washing machine.
• Do not touch the glass door while a programme is in operation.
The glass can get hot.
2.5 Service
• To repair the appliance contact an Authorised Service Centre.
• Use original spare parts only.
2.6 Disposal
WARNING!
Risk of injury or suffocation.
• Disconnect the appliance from the mains electrical and water
supplies.
• Cut off the mains electrical cable close to the appliance and
dispose of it.
• Remove the door catch to prevent children or pets from
becoming trapped in the drum.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Dispose of the appliance in accordance with local requirements
for the disposal of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment
(WEEE).
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
3. INSTALLATION
WARNING!
Refer to Safety chapters.
3.1 Unpacking
1. Remove the external film. If necessary, use a cutter.
2. Remove the cardboard top and the polystyrene packaging
materials.
3. Open the door. Remove all the items from the drum.
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4. Put the front polystyrene packaging element on the floor under
the appliance. Carefully put down the appliance onto its rear
side.
5. Remove the polystyrene protection from the bottom. Put the
appliance back into an upright position.
1
2
6. Remove the power supply cable and the drain hose from the
hose holders.
WARNING!
It is possible to see water flowing from the drain hose. This is
because the washing machine has been tested at the factory.
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INSTALLATION
7. Remove the three transit bolts and pull out the plastic spacers.
8. Put the plastic caps, that you find in the user manual bag, in the
holes.
We recommend that you keep the packaging and the transit
bolts for any transport of the appliance.
3.2 Positioning and levelling
Adjust the appliance correctly to prevent vibration, noise and
movement of the appliance when it operates.
x4
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INSTALLATION
1. Install the appliance on a flat hard floor. The appliance must be
levelled and stable. Make sure that the appliance does not touch
the wall or other units and there is air circulation below the
appliance.
2. Loosen or tighten the feet to adjust the level. All feet must rest
firmly on the floor.
WARNING!
Do not put cardboard, wood or equivalent materials below the
appliance feet to adjust the level.
3.3 The inlet hose
WARNING!
Make sure there is no damage to hoses and there are no leaks
from the couplings. Do not use an extension hose if the inlet
hose is too short. Contact the service centre for a replacement
inlet hose.
1. Connect the water inlet hose to the back of the appliance.
20º20º
45º45º
2. Position it toward left or right depending on the position of the
water tap. Make sure that the inlet hose is not in vertical position.
3. If necessary, loosen the ring nut to set it in the correct position.
4. Connect the water inlet hose to the cold water tap with 3/4''
thread.
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3.4 Water drainage
The drain hose should stay at a height of no less than 600 mm and
not more than 1000 mm.
You can extend the drain hose to maximum 4000 mm. Contact
the authorised service centre for the other drain hose and the
extension.
It is possible to connect the drain hose in different ways:
1. Make a U shape with the drain hose and put it around the plastic
hose guide.
2. On the edge of a sink - Fasten the guide to the water tap or to
the wall.
Make sure that the plastic guide cannot move when the
appliance drains and the drain hose end is not immersed in
the water. There may be a return of dirty water into the
appliance.
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3. If the end of the drain hose looks like this (see the picture), you
can push it directly into the stand pipe.
4. To a stand pipe with vent-hole - Insert the drain hose directly into
a drain pipe. Refer to the illustration.
The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated , i.e. the
inner diameter of the drain pipe (min. 38 mm - min. 1.5") must
be larger than the external diameter of the drain hose.
5. Without the plastic hose guide, to a sink spigot- Put the drain
hose in the spigot and tighten it with a clamp. Refer to the
illustration. Make sure that the drain
hose makes a loop to prevent particles going into the appliance
from the sink.
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INSTALLATION
6. Position the hose directly to a built-in drain pipe in the room wall
and tighten it with a clamp.
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INSTALLATION
4. ACCESSORIES
4.1 Fixing plate kit (4055171146)
Available from your authorised dealer.
If you install the appliance on a plinth, secure the appliance in the
fixing plates.
Read carefully the instructions supplied with the accessory.
4.2 Stacking kit
The tumble dryer can be stacked on the top of the washing
machine only by using the correct stacking kit manufactured
and approved by ELECTROLUX.
Verify the compatible stacking kit by checking the depth of your
appliances.
The stacking kit can be used only with the appliances specified in
the leaflet provided with the accessory.
Read carefully the instructions supplied with the appliance and with
the accessory.
WARNING!
Do not put the tumble dryer under the washing machine.
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Electrolux EW6F3944FQ User manual

Electrolux
Brand
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Model
EW6F3944FQ
Category
Washing machines
Type
User manual
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