User manual ZANUSSI ZWG-3105

[. . . ] Tips and information about economical and ecological use of the machine are marked with this symbol. Our contribution to the protection of the environment: we use recycled paper. 25 ENGLISH Contents Warnings Disposal Tips for environmental protection Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Hidraulic conection Levelling Electrical connection 27-28 28 28 29 30-31 30 30 31 31 Maintenance Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Cleaning of the drainage area Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 44 44 44 44 45 45 45 Something not working? 46-47 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 32 32 32 Use Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives International wash code symbols Operating sequence Programme tables 33-35 33 33-35 36 36 36 36 36 36 36-37 37 38 39-41 42-43 26 Warnings The following warnings are provided in the interests of overall safety. You must read them carefully before installing or using the appliance. Installation · All internal packing must be removed before using the appliance. Serious damage may be caused to the machine or adjacent furniture if the protective transit devices are not removed or are not completely removed. · Any electrical work required to install this appliance must be carried out by a qualified electrician. [. . . ] If you have already pressed the START/PAUSE button, and you wish to cancel the delay time, proceed as follows: · set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing the START/PAUSE button; · press the DELAY button once, the light relevant to the selected delay goes off; · press the START/PAUSE button again to start the programme. 4 LAVADO RAPIDO button (QUICK) This button allows you to select the QUICK WASH function, for laundry that is only slightly soiled (not for wool, hand wash and economy programme 60E). The washing time will be reduced according to the type of fabric and the selected temperature. load for cotton 3 kg. 33 ENGLISH 5 SUPER ACLARADO button Can be used with all programmes, except wool. At the end of the programme the light FIN (end) illuminates again. The selector is divided into 5 sections: · Cotton · Synthetic · Hand wash / Delicate · Wool · Special programmes O Reset programme/OFF The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position 60E corresponds to the ENERGY SAVING programme and position to "cold wash". At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position "O" to switch the machine off. If during a washing programme the selector dial is turned to another programme, the pilot lights of the programme progress display start to flash. The machine will not perform the new selected programme. 35 ENGLISH 9 Programme selector dial Washing hints Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer's washing instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites, coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woollens. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. Laundry weights The following weights are indicative: bathrobe napkin quilt cover sheet pillow case tablecloth towelling towel tea cloth night dress ladies' briefs man's work shirt man's shirt man's pyjamas blouse men's underpants 1200 g 100 g 700 g 500 g 200 g 250 g 200 g 100 g 200 g 100 g 600 g 200 g 500 g 100 g 100 g Temperatures 90° 60° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e. g. Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance of nature. The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc. ), the colour, washing temperature and degree of soiling. All commonly available washing machine detergents may be used in this appliance: ­ powder detergents for all types of fabric, ­ powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and woollens, ­ liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or special for woollens only. The detergent and any additives must be placed in the appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before starting the wash programme. If using concentrated powder or liquid detergents, a programme without prewash must be selected. Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme. Any fabric softener must be poured into the compartment marked before starting the wash programme. Follow the product manufacturer's recommendations on quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the detergent dispenser drawer. Degrees of water hardness Degrees Level Characteristic German °dH French °T. H. 1 2 3 4 soft medium hard very hard 0- 7 8-14 15-21 0-15 16-25 26-37 more than more than 21 37 37 ENGLISH Water hardness is classified in so-called "degrees" of hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your area can be obtained from the relevant water supply company, or from your local authority. International wash code symbols These symbols appear on fabric labels, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry. Energetic wash 95 Max. wash temperature 30°C 60 40 40 30 Hand wash Do not wash at all Bleaching Bleach in cold water Do not bleach Ironing Hot iron max 200°C Warm iron max 150°C Lukewarm iron max 110°C Do not iron Dry cleaning Dry cleaning in all solvents Dry cleaning in perchlorethylene, petrol, pure alcohol, R 111 & R 113 Dry cleaning in petrol, pure alcohol and R 113 Do not dry clean high temperature low temperature Drying Flat On the line On clothes hanger Tumble dry Do not tumble dry 38 Operating sequence Before the first wash we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run the cotton cycle 90°C, with the machine empty, in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. [. . . ] When you use the machine again, make sure that the ambient temperature is above 0°C. 5. Emergency emptying out If the water is not discharged (outlet pump is blocked, filter or drain hose are clogged), proceed as follows to empty out the machine: · pull out the plug from the power socket; · close the water tap; · if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down; · open the drainage area door; · place a bowl to collect the water; · release the emergency emptying hose, place it in the bowl and remove its cap, when the bowl is full put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose; · empty the bowl, repeat the procedure until you have completely emptied the washing machine; · replace the emergency emptying hose in its initial position and close the drainage area door. 45 ENGLISH · disconnect the appliance; Something not working? Problems which you can resolve yourself, before calling the After Sales Service. During machine operation it is possible that the END (FIN) light starts to flash: 4 flashes= the door has not been closed 2 flashes= the machine does not empty 1 flash= the machine does not fill. Once the problem has been eliminated, press the START/PAUSE button to restart the programme. [. . . ]