AEG Electrolux LAVAMAT L 56840 User Manual

AEG Electrolux LAVAMAT L 56840 User Manual Manual pdf 17 page image

A water softener must be added when water has a medium-high degree of hardness (fromdegree of hardness II). Follow the manufacturer’s instructions. The quantity of detergentcan then always be adjusted to degree of hardness I (= soft).Level Characteristic Degrees of water hardnessGerman °dH French °T.H.1 soft 0-7 0-152 medium 8-14 16-253 hard 15-21 26-374 very hard > 21 > 37Care and cleaningYou must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply, before you can carry outany cleaning or maintenance work.DescalingThe water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a watersoftening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and ac-cording to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent theformation of lime deposits.After each washLeave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forminginside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the doorseal.Maintenance washWith the use of low temperature washes it is possible to get a build up of residues insidethe drum.We recommend that a maintenance wash be performed on a regular basis.To run a maintenance wash:• The drum should be empty of laundry.• Select the hottest cotton wash programme.• Use a normal measure of detergent, must be a powder with biological properties.External cleaningClean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thor-oughly.Do not use methylated spirits, solvents or similar products to clean the cabinet.Detergent dispenser drawerThe detergent dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly.1. Remove the detergent dispenser drawer by pulling it firmly.Care and cleaning 17