Running a washing cycle, Opening the door/loading the washing, Adding detergent/additives – AEG LAVAMAT 50212 User Manual
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Running a washing cycle
Opening the door/Loading the washing
1. To open the door: pull the door’s handle.
When the appliance is switched on, the K (DOOR) and
(START/
PAUSE) indicators show whether the door can be opened:
2. Separate individual items and load
washing loosely into the machine. 
Mix large and small items.
Important: Do not allow items of 
clothing to get caught between the 
door and the rubber seal. 
3. Press the door firmly shut. The catch
must audibly latch.
Adding detergent/additives
Warning! Use only detergents and additives that are suitable for use in 
domestic washing machines.
1
For USA and Canada only! 
Important! Only LOW-SUDSING detergent suitable for a front-loading 
washing machine can be used in this machine. This machine can heat 
the water up to 95 degrees celsius, or 200 degrees fahrenheit, and care 
should be taken to ensure that the correct washing powder is used. If 
you have any doubt, check with your dealer or the distributor.
WARRANTY AND CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARE VOIDED IF A LOW 
SUDSING DETERGENT IS NOT USED.
Dose detergent and additives according to the instructions of the de-
tergent and additive manufacturers. Follow the advice on the packag-
ing.
K
(DOOR) indicator
(START/PAUSE)
indicator
Can the door be opened?
flashing
flashing
yes, after approx.
2 minutes
illuminated
illuminated
no, water level and/or
temperature too high
off
flashing
yes