User manual ZANUSSI ZWG6145

[. . . ] 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. 2 Contents Warnings Disposal 4-5 5 Maintenance Door seal Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain pump Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 21 21 21 21 21-22 22 22 22 Tips for environmental protection 5 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 6 7 7 7 7 8 8 Something not working? 23-24 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Detergent dispenser drawer 9 9 9 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 table 10 10 10-12 13 13 13 13 13 13 13 14 15 16-17 18-20 3 ENGLISH 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. [. . . ] Position O corresponds to Reset programme/Switching OFF of the machine. At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position O, to switch the machine off. If you turn the programme selector dial to another programme when the machine is working, the lights of the programme progress display start to flash for 2 seconds. 11 ENGLISH Programme information Wool The wool wash cycle of this machine has been approved by Woolmark for the washing of machine washable Woolmark products provided that the garments are washed according to the instructions on the garment label and those issued by the manufacturer of this washing machine. M9604. Short Cycle This is a complete programme to be used for lightly soiled laundry or for laundry which needs freshening up. Short spin at 700 r. p. m max. Handwash Rinses With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin garments which have been washed by hand. The machine performs 3 rinses, followed by a final short spin at the speed selected by means of the relevant dial. Particularly delicate washing suitable for articles of clothing whose label indicates that they must be hand-washed . Easy Iron With this programme the laundry is gently washed to prevent any creasing, so making ironing easier. Drain For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes ending with water in drum. Turn first the programme selector dial to O, then select drain programme and depress the START PAUSE button. Spin Separate short spin for hand washed garments and after programmes ending with water in drum. Before selecting this programme the selector dial must be turned to "O". You can choose the speed by means of the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun. 12 Washing hints Sorting the laundry Follow the wash code symbols on each garment label and the manufacturer's washing instructions. Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with detergent paste. (*) do not use acetone on artificial silk. Quantity of detergent to be used The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the water used. 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. Follow the product manufacturers' instructions on quantities to use. Use less detergent if: ­ you are washing a small load, ­ the laundry is lightly soiled, ­ large amounts of foam form during washing. Detergents and additives Good washing results also depend on the choice of detergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste and protect the environment. 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. [. . . ] Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out; · clean the pump if necessary as previously described; · replace the emergency emptying hose in its seat after having plugged it; · screw the pump cover again and close the door. · Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. P1117 7. If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: · Remove the plug from the socket. · Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. · Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and let water drain out. [. . . ]