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Electrolux EW 550 F User Manual

Electrolux EW 550 F
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WASHING-MACHINE
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
EW 550 F
EW 650 F
132 991 190
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132991190.qxd 17/09/2003 09:12 Pagina 1 (Nero/Process Black pellicola)
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Electrolux EW 550 F Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandElectrolux
ModelEW 550 F
CategoryWasher
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Safety Warnings

Installation Safety Warnings

Warnings and precautions for installing the washing machine correctly.

Usage Safety Warnings

Guidelines and warnings for safe and proper operation of the appliance.

General Operating Safety

General safety advice for operating and maintaining the appliance.

Child Safety Precautions

Safety measures to protect children from appliance hazards.

Disposal Information

Packaging Material Disposal

Information on recycling packaging materials like polyethylene and polystyrene.

Old Appliance Disposal

Advice on disposing of the old appliance responsibly.

Environmental Protection Tips

Technical Specifications

Appliance Description

Detergent Dispenser Drawer

Location and function of the detergent dispenser.

Programme Guide Reference

Reference to the programme selection guide.

Control Panel Identification

Identification of the main control panel components.

Door Handle Identification

Identification of the door handle.

Drain Pump Location

Location of the drain pump.

Adjustable Feet Identification

Identification of the machine's adjustable feet.

Installation Guide

Appliance Unpacking

Instructions for removing transit bolts and packing materials.

Machine Positioning

Guidance on placing the machine on a suitable surface.

Water Inlet Connection

How to connect the water inlet hose to the tap.

Water Drainage Options

Sink Drainage Method

Method for draining water into a sink.

Sink Drain Pipe Connection

Connecting the drain hose to a sink drain pipe.

Main Drain Pipe Connection

Connecting the drain hose to a main drain pipe.

Electrical Connection

Using the Washing Machine

Control Panel Overview

Detailed explanation of the control panel functions and buttons.

Wash Programme Guide

Overview of available wash programmes and their settings.

Detergent Dispenser Usage

How to use the detergent and additive compartments.

Mains-On Indicator Light

Function of the indicator light for power supply.

On-Off Button Operation

How to start and stop the machine using the power button.

Quick Half Button Function

Using the button to reduce water usage for specific loads.

Rinse Hold Button Function

Function of the Rinse Hold button for preventing creases.

Temperature Selector Dial

How to select the washing temperature.

Programme Selector Dial

How to choose and set a wash programme.

Washing Hints and Tips

Sorting Laundry

Guidance on sorting laundry by colour and fabric type.

Washing Temperatures

Recommended washing temperatures for different fabric types.

Pre-Wash Loading Checks

Preparations before loading clothes into the machine.

Maximum Load Guidelines

Recommended load sizes for different fabric types.

Indicative Laundry Weights

Indicative weights of common laundry items.

Stain Removal Guide

Methods for treating various types of stains before washing.

Detergents and Additives

Detergent Quantity Guidance

Factors influencing detergent quantity and recommendations.

Operating Sequence

Loading the Laundry

Instructions on how to load the laundry correctly.

Measuring Detergent

Guide on adding detergent to the dispenser drawer.

Adding Fabric Softener

Instructions for adding fabric softener or starch.

Selecting Wash Options

How to select additional washing options.

Setting Washing Temperature

How to set the washing temperature.

Starting the Wash Programme

Steps to choose a programme and start the wash cycle.

End of Programme

What happens when the wash cycle is complete.

Washing Programmes for Cotton and Linen

Whites with Prewash Programme

Programme for heavy soiled white cotton items with prewash.

Whites (without Prewash) Programme

Programme for normally soiled white cottons without prewash.

Coloureds Programme

Programme for coloured cotton or linen fabrics.

Quick Cycle Programme

Programme for slightly soiled cotton or linen fabrics.

Rinses Programme

Separate rinse cycle for hand-washed items.

Short Spin Programme

Programme for short spinning of cotton and linen items.

Washing Programmes for Synthetics, Mixed Fabrics, Delicates and Wool

Synthetics with Prewash Programme

Programme for heavy soiled synthetic or mixed fabrics with prewash.

Synthetics (without Prewash) Programme

Programme for slightly soiled synthetic or mixed fabrics.

Delicates Programme

Programme for delicate fabrics like curtains.

Wool Programme

Special programme for wool garments labelled 'machine washable'.

Rinses Programme (Hand Wash)

Programme for rinsing hand-washed garments, with optional softener.

Drain Programme

Programme for emptying the last rinse water.

International Wash Code Symbols

Energetic Wash Symbols

Symbols related to washing at high temperatures.

Delicate Wash Symbols

Symbols for gentle washing processes.

Bleaching Symbols

Symbols indicating bleaching instructions.

Ironing Symbols

Symbols for different ironing temperatures.

Dry Cleaning Symbols

Symbols related to dry cleaning instructions.

Drying Symbols

Symbols for different drying methods and precautions.

Maintenance

Bodywork Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the exterior of the washing machine.

Detergent Drawer Cleaning

How to clean the detergent dispenser drawer and its housing.

Drain Pump Maintenance

Procedure for inspecting and cleaning the drain pump.

Water Inlet Filter Maintenance

Emergency Emptying Procedure

Frost Precautions

Troubleshooting: Common Problems

Machine Fails to Start

Possible causes and solutions when the machine fails to start.

Machine Does Not Fill

Reasons and fixes for the machine not taking in water.

Machine Fills and Empties Immediately

Troubleshooting for immediate filling and emptying cycles.

Machine Does Not Empty or Spin

Solutions for issues with draining or spinning.

Water Leakage

Identifying and fixing causes of water leakage.

Unsatisfactory Washing Results

Reasons for poor washing performance and how to improve it.

Machine Vibrates or is Noisy

Troubleshooting noisy operation and vibrations.

Door Will Not Open

Reasons why the door may not unlock after a cycle.

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