FJ 1296 - Washing machine ZANUSSI - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL FJ 1296 ZANUSSI

Important information	Page	3
Installation		Page
Unpacking		Page
Positioning		Page
Water inlet	Page	4
Water drainage	Page	5
Levelling		Page
Electrical connection	Page	6
Getting to know your machine	Page	7
Control panel	Page	7
Washing hints	Page	8
Wash care symbols	Page	9
Programmes for cotton and linen	Page	10
Programmes for synthetics, delicates and wool	Page	11
Use of detergent and additives	Page	12
Using your machine	Page	13
Washing 4.5 kg of white cotton at 95°C	Page	13
Washing 2 kg of synthetic fabrics at 40°C	Page	14
Maintenance and cleaning	Page	15
Descaling, after each wash, external cleaning	Page	15
Cleaning the dispenser drawer, cleaning the drawer recess, the dangers of freezing	Page	15
Cleaning the filter	Page	16
The water inlet filters	Page	16
Servicing	Page	17
Peace of mind for twelve months	Page	18

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

DIMENSIONS	Height	85 cm (33.5")
	Width	60 cm (23.6")
	Depth	57 cm (22.4")
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE		230-240 V/50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED		2550 W (13A)
WATER PRESSURE	Minimum (hot)	5 psi (3.5 N/cm2)
	Minimum (cold)	7 psi (4.8 N/cm2)
	Maximum	110 psi (76 N/cm2)
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD	Cotton, linen	4.5 kg (10 lb)
	Synthetics, delicate fabrics	2 kg (4.5 lb)
	Wool	1 kg (2.2 lb)
SPIN SPEED	Maximum	1200 rpm

This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:

• 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
• 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.

It is most important that this instruction book should be retained with the appliance for future reference. Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another owner, or should you move house and leave the appliance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the appliance in order that the new owner can get to know the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warnings.

These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before installing or using the appliance.

INSTALLATION

■ This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when moving it.
- All packing and transit bolts must be removed before use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section in instructions.
- Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person.
- Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
■ Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
■ If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely.

USE

■ Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water after use.
- Do not overload the appliance. See relevant section in instruction book.
- Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine washed. If in doubt, consult the care label on the clothes.
■ Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT be machine washed.
■ Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause extensive damage and must not be placed into the machine.
- Garments which have been in contact with volatile petroleum products should not be machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment before placing in the machine.
- Wash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible for such items to slip down between the tub and the inner drum.

• Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer to the manufacturer's recommendations of quantities.
• As some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed in large commercial machines because of their bulk, please check with the manufacturer of the item before washing in a domestic machine.
• The users should always check that they have not left their gas lighters (disposable or otherwise) in their clothing.
  ■ Leave the porthole door slightly ajar between washes to preserve the door seal.

SERVICE/REPAIR

■ Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Zanussi Service Centre. Always insist on genuine Zanussi spare parts.

GENERAL SAFETY

■ It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way.
- This appliance is designed to be operated by adults. Children should not be allowed to tamper with the controls or play with the product.
- Pets and children have been known to climb into washing machines. Please check your drum before use.
- The glass door becomes very hot during the washing cycle. Keep children away from the vicinity of the appliance whilst it is in operation.
- When disposing of your old washing machine, the electric cable must be cut off and the door catch must be made unusable.

IMPORTANT

Your machine is fitted with a balance control device, which ensures the machine is stable during the spin. If the wash load appears not to have been spun sufficiently at the end of the wash cycle, because it is not evenly distributed in the drum, the balance control device may have operated. It will therefore be necessary to redistribute the wash load manually and select a spin programme. For more detailed information see the section headed "Servicing".

Unpacking

Before starting the machine up, the packing must be removed as follows.

You are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use in case the machine is to be transported again.

Illustration of a hand using a screwdriver to adjust or install a component inside a box (no text or symbols visible)

Using a spanner unscrew and remove the rear right bolt. Lay the machine gently on its back, making sure that the hoses are not squashed.

Technical illustration of an open electrical connector with internal socket and mounting base (no text or symbols)

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Remove the polystyrene block from the bottom of the machine.

Carefully slide out the right polythene bag (1), removing it toward the centre of the machine.

Repeat the operation for the left polythene bag (2), removing it toward the centre of the machine.

Illustration of a hand using a screwdriver to adjust or install a mechanical component (no text or symbols visible)

Remove the polystyrene base, set the machine upright and unscrew the two remaining rear bolts.

Hand holding a cylindrical object with a left-pointing arrow, next to a pipe fitting (no text or symbols visible)

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Slide out the 3 plastic spacers and plug the 3 holes with the 3 plastic plugs which you can find at the back of the machine.

Positioning

Install the machine on a flat hard floor.

Make sure that air circulation around the machine is not impeded by carpets, rugs etc. Check that the machine does not touch the wall or other kitchen units.

Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor.

Your new washing machine has been designed to be permanently plumbed in to your home's water supply and drainage system. However, if this is not possible, it may be connected to suitable existing taps with the drain hose discharging into a sink.

The appliance has two inlet hoses, hot and cold, with female 3/4" BSP thread connectors. If this connection is not compatible with the plumbing of the existing installation, a variety of connectors are available from good hardware stores and plumbers merchants to suit most domestic plumbing. Any alteration to your existing plumbing must be carried out by a competent person, or qualified plumber.

Installation on a Suspended Floor

Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel, at least 15 mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws. If possible install the appliance in one of the corners of the room, where the floor is more stable.

Water inlet

The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded, blue for cold and red for hot.

Illustration of a hand holding a faucet with a valve and plug, no text or symbols present

Before connecting the hoses be sure to fit the mesh filters supplied as per diagram.

If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to a cold water outlet by means of a «Y» connection piece.

Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations' requirements.

The appliance must be given a separate cold water supply and not be connected to a mixer tap, a single outlet water heater or a booster pump. A minimum water pressure of 7 psi is required for safe operation of the appliance.

If you cannot make the cold water connection direct from the rising mains, you may be able to operate the appliance from your cold water storage system.

There should be a minimum distance of 5.02m (16.5 ft) between the appliance's inlet and the bottom of the tank.

There will be sufficient pressure for the hot water supply from the hot water cylinder if the height between the appliance's inlet and the bottom of the cold water storage cistern (not between the appliance and hot water cylinder) is at least 2.74m (9ft).

Diagram of a pipe connection with a curved arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Set the hoses correctly by loosening the ring nuts. After positioning the inlet hoses, be sure to tighten the ring nuts again to prevent leaks.

Water drainage

If you intend the drain hose from the machine to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and that the plug hole is not blocked.

If the machine is permanently plumbed in, hook the end of the hose into a standpipe installed for the purpose. The standpipe must have an internal diameter of at least 40 mm (1 12 ) in order that there is an air gap between the drain hose and the standpipe. Make sure, that it is designed in such a way, that the end of the drain hose cannot be covered with water.

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Important

Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.

Whether discharging into a sink or a standpipe check that the end of the drain hose is neither too high nor too low. The top of the curve in the hose's end should be no more than 90 cm (35.4"), and no less than 60cm (23.6") above floor level.

Levelling

Illustration of hands performing a mechanical press or lifting operation with arrows indicating rotational motion (no text or symbols)

Level the washing machine by raising or lowering the feet. The feet may be tight to adjust as they incorporate a self locking nut, but the machine MUST be level. Any necessary adjustment can be made with a spanner. Accurate level-

ling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the ma-chine during operation.

Some vibration is inevitable, especially if mounted on a wooden floor.

Sprung wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. For advice, consult a builder. If possible, always place the machine on a solid floor.

Special conditions

If the floor is carpeted with a deep-pile carpet or covered with crumbly or soft material, insert a rigid support base under the feet to prevent noise, vibration or displacement. The base should protrude a few centimetres beyond the edges of the machine.

Warning

The machine should NOT be placed on deep pile carpeting.

Note

Please ensure that when the appliance is installed it is easily accessible for the engineer in the event of a breakdown.

All plumbing and electrical work required to install this appliance must be carried out by competent persons or qualified plumbers or electricians.

In the interest of the environment

Washing machines and dishwashers should be connected to the FOUL drainage system, the water will then be taken to a sewage works for treatment before being discharged safely into a river.

It is essential that these appliances are not connected to the surface water drainage system as this water is discharged directly into a river or stream and may cause pollution.

If you require any further advice please contact your local authority drainage department.

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    C --> D["FOUL DRAIN"]
    D --> E["FOUL SEWERS"]
    E --> F["SEWAGE TREATMENT WORKS"]
    F --> G["TREATED DISCHARGE"]
    G --> H["RIVER"]
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    J --> K["UNTREATED DISCHARGE"]
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Electrical connections

WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.

The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed.

If the plug that is fitted to your appliance is not suitable for your socket outlet, it must be cut off and the appropriate plug fitted.

Remove the fuse from the cut off plug.

The cut off plug should then be disposed of to prevent the hazard of shocks in case it should be plugged into a 13 Amp socket in another part of your home.

IMPORTANT

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code:

Green and Yellow - Earth

Blue	-	Neutral
Brown	-	Live

If you fit your own plug, the colours of the wires in the mains lead of your appliance may not correspond with the markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:

GREEN & YELLOW 13 AMP FUSE 13 AMP BROWN BLUE CORD CLAMP PH329

Connect the green and yellow (earth) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «E» or the earth symbol of coloured green and yellow.

Connect the blue (neutral) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «N» or coloured black.

Connect the brown (live) wire to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter «L» or coloured red.

The plug moulded on to the lead incorporates a fuse. For replacement, use a 13 Amp BS1362 fuse. Only ASTA or BSI approved fuses should be used.

The plug must not be used if the fuse cover/carrier is lost. The cover/carrier is indicated by the coloured insert at the base of the plug.

A replacement cover/carrier must be obtained from your local ZANUSSI Service Centre.

Control panel

ZANUSSI JETSYSTEM RMI 1200 VARIABLE SPIN HEAVY SOIL RINSE HOLD QUICK WASH SUPER ECONOMY D I DO ON-OFF 1 2 3 4

1 Detergent dispenser drawer

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Symbols

Prewash

Wash

Fabric softener

2 Spin speed selector dial

Push to release the button.

The spin speed can be varied as follows:

Cotton and linen - 1200 (max) to 650 (min) rpm

Synthetics, delicates and wool - 650 (max) to 450 (min) rpm.

NOTE: The spin speeds marked on the dial refer to spin speeds for cotton and linen programmes. To select 650 rpm spin on synthetic, delicate and wool cycles, the spin speed selector dial should be positioned to the 1200 (max) setting, to select 450 rpm the dial should be positioned to the 650 (min) setting.

3 Heavy soil button

By pressing the heavy soil button, the machine will take in cold water only on programmes with a water temperature of 50^-60^-95^ (programmes A-B-F).

These would normally be hot and cold.

The water is then gradually heated to the required temperature. The effect is to improve the overall wash performance, particularly on biological stains such as egg, blood and grass stains, and heavily soiled fabrics, since the longer «cool-soak» phase as the water heats up provides the right conditions for the powder and the water temperature to interact, and achieve the best possible results.

4 Rinse hold button

Press this button to make the machine stop with water in the drum after the synthetic or delicate wash cycles.

This prevents any creasing which may take place if the clothes are left damp in the drum. When it is convenient for you to empty the machine, simply press this button again so that the machine can proceed to drain and spin, or turn the dial to the drain programme "P".

If this button is not activated, the washing programmes will end with a short spin.

Do not press this button for woollens: wool items should be gently spun.

5 Quick wash button

By depressing this button on programmes A, B, C and F the wash time will be reduced by approx. 20 mins.

This is suitable only for garments which are lightly soiled.

6 Super Economy button ✗E

By depressing this button prior to selecting wash programme A you will obtain a reduction of the wash temperature from 95°C to 60°C.

The duration of the programme will not alter. This will ensure a substantial saving in electricity consumption.

It is advisable to use Super Economy when washing normally soiled fabrics.

7 On/Off button D I DO

By depressing this button the machine starts operating.

When depressing it again, the machine stops. The push button is provided with a child-proof safety lock. Move the small slider placed in the middle of the button downwards to lock the button in the «off» position.

8 Mains-on light

This light illuminates when the machine starts working and goes out when the ON/OFF button is released.

9 Programme selector dial

With the programme selector dial you choose the desired washing programme. Press this dial to pop it out and then turn it clockwise.

Before setting the dial to any position the machine must be switched off by depressing the ON/OFF button.

Washing hints

Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance.

The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide:

1000g = 1 kg

Sheet	700-1000
Pillow case 100-200 g
Tablecloth	400-500
Serviette	50-100
Tea towel 70-120 g
Linen hand towel 100-150 g
Towelling hand towel 150-250 g
Towelling bath towel 700-1000 g
Bath robe 1000-1500 g
Man's shirt 200-300 g
Apron	150-200

• Load the laundry loosely alternating large items with small ones.
• Sort the laundry according to the type of fabric, colour-fastness and how dirty it is.
• Avoid washing unhemmed or torn items as they may unravel.
  ■ Before washing, empty all pockets of small objects which may have been left inside (coins, keys, screws etc). as these could damage the drain pump.
  ■ When washing curtains, remove the hooks.
  ■ Close poppers and zips and fasten loose buttons.
• It is essential to wash new coloured items separately when washing for the first time.
• When washing fabrics requiring different wash temperatures together, always select the lowest temperature.
  ■ White items should not be washed with coloured items.
  ■ Very small items (handkerchiefs, ribbons, socks etc) should be washed in a washing bag or a pillow case.
  ■ Use a good quality detergent suitable for automatic washing machines.
  ■ Use the correct quantities of detergent.
  ■ For wool, use gentle detergent only in small quantities.
  ■ Bleach is very corrosive; it should be used with care and kept out of reach of children.

■ Some stains such as fruit, wine, grass, rust etc. are difficult to remove and should be treated before washing with specific products, which can be found in most household shops. In some cases it may help to soak the stain before washing with a special pre-soak product or biological detergent.
- Only wool marked «Pure New Wool - washable, pre-shrunk» can be washed in the machine using the wool programme; other types of wool should be washed by hand or dry cleaned.
If you have used the machine to wash, rinse or spin only non-colour fast garments, there may be dye left in the sump. To ensure any subsequent wash is not contaminated with the dye, select and carry out a rinse and spin programme, without any garments, to ensure that any dye is removed from the sump.
■ Once you have finished using the machine, you are advised to unplug it and turn off the water taps.

«JETSYSTEM» wash

This appliance is equipped with a wash system called «JETSYSTEM».

The laundry is always kept damp with water and detergent, using a very efficient pump. In this way water consumption is greatly reduced.

Further savings can be made by washing small loads of laundry, since the water and electricity consumption is proportional to the quantity of laundry being washed.

As the Jetsystem is flexible and adjusts water intake according to wash load size it is not possible to give you exact recommendations as to the amount of detergent that should be used for any one wash.

Therefore we recommend that you use approximately 1/3 less than the detergent manufacturer recommends on the packet or bottle, making the appropriate allowances for soft or hard water, and light or heavy soilage of clothes. If you have judged the amount correctly you should expect to see a soft sudsy liquid during the wash. It is not necessary to have a head of lather on the water.

WASH CARE SYMBOLS

Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine.

WASHING SYMBOL
WASH ACTION FABRIC

	Normal (Maximum)	White Cotton or Linen without Special Finishes
	Normal (Maximum)	Cotton, Linen or Viscose without Special Finishes Colourfast at 60°C.
	Reduced (Medium)	Nylon, Polyester/Cotton, Viscose with Special Finishes, Cotton/Acrylic Mix.
	Normal (Maximum)	Cotton, Linen or Viscose Colourfast at 40°C but not 60°C.
	Reduced (Medium)	Acrylics, Acetate, Triacetate, Wool mixes, Polyester/wool blends.
	Much Reduced (Minimum)	Wool, wool mixtures, Silks
	Hand wash only	Do not machine wash
BLEACHING
	Chlorine bleach may be used
IRONING
	Hot iron	Cotten, Linen, Viscose
	Warm iron	Polyester mixtures, Wool
	Cool iron	Acrylic, Nylon, Polyester
DRY CLEANING
	May be dry cleaned. Other letters and/or a bar beneath the circle will indicate the required process to the dry cleaner.
TUMBLE DRYING
	May be tumble dried
	with high heat setting
	with low heat setting
[RC36]	A cross through any symbol means «DO NOT»

IMPORTANT NOTES

For best results, always use the dispenser drawer for dispensing detergents and liquid additives.

Once the dispenser has been filled, close it by pushing it in gently. This is particularly important if you are using fabric conditioner to avoid the conditioner entering the machine prematurely.

When using liquid detergent and a prewash programme, place the detergent into the correct compartment in the dispenser drawer, after the prewash has finished.

Programmes for cotton and linen
Recommended load: max. 4.5 kg (10 lb)

	Programmes	Degree of soil	Compartments to use (if required)	Programme dial position	Description
	PREWASH ONLY	Heavy		Q	Extra prewash at 40 °C Short spin
95	BOILWASH Normal			A	Wash at 95 °C 4 rinses Spin
9560	BOILWASH ECONOMY	Normal			Wash at 60 °C 4 rinses Spin
60	FAST COLOUREDS	Normal		B (*)	Wash at 60 °C 4 rinses Spin
40	NON-FAST COLOUREDS	Normal		(DCKR)	Wash at 40 °C 4 rinses Spin
	SPIN 1200			[7751]	Spin at 1200 rpm

(*) This 60°C programme is the reference programme for the Energy label according to EEC Directive 92/75.
Water filling: 30°-40° programmes: cold water filling
50°-60°-95° programmes: hot and cold filling

Programmes for synthetics, delicates and wool
Recommended load: max. 2 kg (4.5 lb); wool max. 1 kg (2.2 lb)

	Programmes	Degree of soil	Compartmentsto use (if required)	Programmedial position	Description
	MIXED FABRICS	Normal		F	Wash at 50 °C3 rinsesShort spin (*)
	MIXED FABRICS	Normal		G	Wash at 40 °C3 rinsesShort spin (*)
	DELICATES/SYNTHETICS	Normal		H	Wash at 40 °C3 rinsesShort spin (*)
	WOOL	Normal		J	Wash at 40 °C3 rinsesShort spin (*)
30	WORN ONCE	Light		K	Wash at 30 °C3 rinsesShort spin (*)
	[FW6G6]:S			L	3 rinses, with fabric softener, if requiredShort spin (*)
	FRESHEN UP			M	1 rinse, with fabric softener, if requiredShort spin (*)
	SPIN 650			N	Draining of water and spin at 650 rpm
	DRAIN			P	Draining of water

(*) If the rinse hold button has not been depressed.

USE OF DETERGENT AND ADDITIVES

Which detergent?

To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines.

To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use different types of detergent for different washes, whether for whites, colours or delicates.

Whites

We recommend the Ariel product range which is biological and designed to provide excellent cleaning and stain removal even at low temperatures.

Non Biological

If you prefer to use a non biological detergent, which does not contain enzymes we recommend Fairy. Fairy provides good cleaning and stain removal.

Coloureds

For coloured items you should use a detergent which is designed to clean while maintaining the original colour. Ariel Color does not contain bleach and therefore helps to preserve colours.

Delicate Items

When washing delicates such as woollens, you should use a product which is specially designed to care for fine fabrics.

Dreft Automatic is suitable for woollens and other delicates.

Laundry Bleach

For additional stain removal you may wish to use a product such as Ace Gentle Bleach which is used in addition to your chosen detergent. Ace is suitable for all washable fabrics including silks, woollens and coloureds.

And in which form?

Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is to own personal choice.

Traditional Powders

Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer. Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum.

Traditional Liquids

Liquid can be placed in the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer marked with the symbol Lstart the machine immediately upon placing the detergent in the dispenser drawer.

Alternatively the detergent is measured into the specially designed dosing device* which should be placed on top of the laundry, and at the back of the machine drum.

Compact Powders and Liquids

Compact detergents (or concentrates as they are also known) are available in liquid or powder form, and generally require a smaller dosage. Follow the manufacturer's instructions to ensure the most economical usage. Pour the detergent directly into the dispenser drawer, or alternatively measure the detergent into the specially designed dosing device* which should be placed on top of the laundry, and at the back of the machine drum.

* If you use a dosing device in a washer dryer, please ensure the dosing device/ball is removed before carrying out a drying programme.

Fabric Conditioners

These are ideal for improving "softness", and also reduce static cling on synthetics and make ironing easier. They are available in two types:

For example Lenor liquid fabric softener, for use in the washing machine/washer dryer. The liquid fabric softener should be poured into the compartment marked with the symbol 🌿

Follow the manufacturer's dosage instructions and never exceed the MAX level.

Bounce conditioning sheets for use in a tumble dryer. We recommend the conditioning sheets are pinned (using a safety pin) to an article of laundry and placed in the tumble dryer.

WASHING 4.5 KG OF WHITE COTTON AT 95°C

Suppose you have 4.5 kg of normally dirty laundry to wash. It is white cotton and is suitable for high temperature washing.

1 Load the laundry

Illustration of hands cleaning a circular object with cloth (no text or symbols)

Open the door by pulling the catch outward. Load the items one at a time and close the door.

2 Measure out the detergent

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Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer from the control panel. Measure out the amount of detergent required and pour into the main wash compartment.

If you wish to carry out the extra prewash, pour the amount of detergent required into the «prewash» compartment.

3 Add the fabric softener if required

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Pour the fabric softener, if required, into the compartment marked ✿.

Do not exceed the MAX level and then close the drawer gently.

4 Select the required options

Depress HEAVY SOIL, QUICK WASH or SUPER ECONOMY depending on the selected programme.

5 Select the required spin speed

6 Select the required wash programme

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Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the required programme.

7 Start the machine

Before starting up the machine check that:

■ the appliance is plugged in
■ the water supply taps are turned on
■ the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned
■ the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed.

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Depress the ON/OFF button: the mains-on light and door locked light will illuminate and the machine starts operating.

7 At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically.

If you have depressed the rinse hold button, the machine will stop with the water left in the tub, to prevent the fabric from creasing. To drain the water release the same button (the clothes will be gently spun) or select programme P.

The door is controlled by a safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme. The door locked light will go out.

Switch the machine off by depressing the ON/OFF button again. The mains-on light will go out.

When the programme has finished you are advised to unplug the appliance and turn off the water taps.

WASHING 2 KG OF SYNTHETIC FABRICS AT 40°C

Suppose you have 2 kg of synthetic fabric laundry to wash. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature.

1 Load the laundry

Illustration of hands washing clothes from a circular object (no text or symbols)

Open the door by pulling the catch outward.

Load the items one at a time and close the door.

2 Measure out the detergent

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Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer from the control panel. Measure out the amount of detergent required and pour into the main wash compartment.

3 Add the fabric softener if required

Illustration of a hand inserting a component into a device (no text or symbols visible)

Pour the fabric softener, if required, into the compartment marked ✿.

Do not exceed the MAX level and then close the drawer gently.

4 Depress the RINSE HOLD button if required.

5 Select the required spin speed

6 Select the required wash programme

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Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the required programme.

7 Start the machine

Before starting up the machine check that:

■ the appliance is plugged in
■ the water supply taps are turned on
■ the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned
■ the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed.

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Depress the ON/OFF button: the mains-on light and door locked light will illuminate and the machine starts operating.

8 At the end of the programme

The machine stops automatically.

If you have depressed the rinse hold button, the machine will stop with the water left in the tub, to prevent the fabric from creasing. To drain the water release the same button (the clothes will be gently spun) or select programme P.

The door is controlled by a safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme. The door locked light will go out.

Switch the machine off by depressing the ON/OFF button again. The mains-on light will go out.

When the programme has finished you are advised to unplug the appliance and turn off the water taps.

Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply.

Descaling

The water we normally use contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits.

After each wash

Leave the door open for a while. This helps to prevent mould and stagnant smells forming inside the appliance. Keeping the door open after a wash will also help to preserve the door seal.

External cleaning

Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly.

Cleaning the dispenser drawer

From time to time the washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned.

Remove the drawer by pressing the catch downwards and by pulling it out. Flush it out under a tap, to remove any traces of accumulated powder.

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Cleaning the drawer recess

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Having removed the drawer, use a small brush to clean the recess, ensuring that all washing powder residue is removed from the upper and lower part of the recess.

Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme for a few minutes without any clothes in the drum.

The dangers of freezing

If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0^ C, certain precautions should be taken.

■ Turn off the water taps.
■ Select a wash programme and run for a few seconds.
■ Unscrew the inlet hoses.
■ Unhook the drain hose from the rear support and position the end in a bowl. Run the draining programme for a few seconds.
■ When you intend to start the machine up again, make sure that the room temperature is above 0^ C.

Cleaning the filter

The water drain filter

A clean filter is important for the correct functioning of the machine, and should therefore be cleaned after every wash.

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Open the filter door and place a container underneath to catch any spillage. If the filter is blocked and the machine is unable to drain you will need to drain the water manually from the machine at this stage. To do this, unhook the drain hose from the

standpipe or sink and hold the end of the hose over a bowl on the floor. The water should drain by gravity into the bowl. When the bowl is full, hook the hose back up and empty the bowl. Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out.

Unscrew and remove the filter.

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Clean carefully under a fast running tap.

Warning

When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected there can be hot water in the filter. Never remove the filter during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has finished the cycle, and is empty. When replacing the filter, ensure it is securely retightened so as to stop leaks and young children being able to remove it.

The water inlet filters

If your water is very hard or contains traces of lime deposit, the water inlet filters may become clogged.

It is therefore a good idea to clean them from time to time.

Turn off the water taps. Unscrew the water inlet hoses.

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Remove and clean the filters using a hard bristle brush. Replace the filters and tighten up the inlet hoses.

Before contacting your local ZANUSSI Service Centre, please make the following checks:

The machine does not start up

■ The ON/OFF button has not been depressed
■ The door is not closed properly
■ No water is entering the machine (see: the machine does not fill)
■ The selector dial is not correctly positioned

The machine does not fill

■ The water taps are not turned on
■ The water supply has been disconnected
■ The inlet hoses are kinked
■ The water pressure is too low
■ The water inlet filters are clogged
■ The door is not closed properly

The machine empties as it fills

■ The end of the drain hose is too low
■ The end of the drain hose is submerged in water
■ Drain pipe has no vent-hole

The machine does not drain or spin

■ You have selected a gentle programme with the rinse hold option
■ The drain filter is clogged
■ The drain hose is kinked
■ The drainage system pipes are blocked
■ The drain hose extension is incorrect
■ The wash load is unbalanced: redistribute the clothes inside the drum to allow the machine to spin

The machine leaks or overflows

■ Too much detergent
■ Unsuitable detergent
■ The inlet hose(s) is (are) loose
■ The detergent dispenser drawer or recess is clogged
■ The end of the drain hose is not securely positioned
■ The drainage system pipes are blocked

The machine vibrates or is noisy

■ The internal packing has not been removed
■ The machine is not level
■ The machine is in contact with the wall or furniture
■ The washing load is badly distributed
■ The machine is overloaded

The door does not open

■ The safety device has locked it
■ Water in the tub: the door cannot be opened if water is present in the tub

If after the above checks, there is still a fault, call your local Zanussi Service Force Centre. In-guarantee customers should ensure that the above checks have been made as the engineer will make a charge if the fault is not a mechanical or electrical breakdown. Please note that proof of purchase is required for any in-guarantee service calls.

Service & Spare Parts

If you require an engineer or wish to purchase spare parts contact your local Zanussi Service Force Centre by telephoning:

0870 5 929929

Your telephone call will be routed to the Service Centre covering your post code area.

Further information can be found in the accompanying customer care booklet and also in your telephone directory under "Z".

When you call the Service Force Centre please make sure you give the model and serial number of the appliance.

Mod. ...... Prod. No. ...... Ser. No. ...... P0042

This information can be found on the rating plate (see picture) or on the guarantee card.

Customer Care

For general enquiries concerning your Zanussi appliance or for further information on Zanussi products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone as follows:

Customer Care Department

Zanussi

Zanussi House

Hambridge Road - Newbury - Berkshire - RG14 5EP

Tel [phone]

Standard guarantee conditions

We, Zanussi Limited undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of the purchase, this Zanussi appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option, repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE for labour, materials or carriage on condition that:

■ The appliance has been correctly installed and used only on the electricity supply stated on the rating plate.
■ The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only, and in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
■ The appliance has not been serviced, maintained, repaired, taken apart or tampered with, by any person not authorised by us.

All service work under this guarantee must be undertaken by a Zanussi Service Force Centre.

Any appliance or defective part replaced shall become the Company's property.

This guarantee is in addition to your statutory and other legal rights.

Home visits are made between 8.30am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday. Visits may be available outside these hours in which case a premium will be charged.

Exclusions

This guarantee does not cover:

■ Damage or calls resulting from transportation, improper use or neglect, the replacement of any light bulbs or removable parts of glass or plastic.
■ Costs incurred for calls to put right an appliance which is improperly installed or calls to appliances outside the United Kingdom.
■ Appliances found to be in use within a commercial environment, plus those which are subject to rental agreements.
■ Products of Zanussi manufacture which are NOT marketed by Zanussi Ltd.

European guarantee

If you should move to another country within Europe then your guarantee moves with you to your new home subject to the following qualifications:

■ The guarantee starts from the date you first purchased your product.
■ The guarantee is for the same period and to the same extent for labour and parts as exists in the new country of use for this brand or range of products.
■ The guarantee relates to you and cannot be transferred to another user.
■ Your new home is within the European Community (EC) or European Free Trade Area.
■ The product is installed and used in accordance with our instructions and is only used domestically, i.e. a normal household.
■ The product is installed taking into account regulations in your new country.

Before you move please contact your nearest Customer Care Centre, listed below, to give them details of your new home. They will then ensure that the local Service Organisation is aware of your move and able to look after you and your appliances.

France Senlis [phone]

Germany Nurnberg [phone]

Italy Pordenone [phone]

Sweden Stockholm [phone]

UK Newbury [phone]

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