User manual ZANUSSI ZW6640I

[. . . ] The information marked with this symbol provides additional instructions and practical tips on the use of the appliance. 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. Contents Warnings Disposal Tips for environmental protection Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning and levelling Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 61 62 62 62 63 63 63 63 64 64 Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives International wash code symbols Operating sequence Programme tables 68 68 68 68 68-69 69 70 71-72 73-74 Maintenance Bodywork Door seal Detergent dispenser drawer Water inlet filter Drain pump Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 75 75 75 75 75 75 76 76 Your new washing machine 65 65 Detergent dispenser drawer Use Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry 66 66 66-68 68 68 60 Something not working? 77-78 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. [. . . ] Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net. The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. At the end of the programme the selector dial must be turned to position O. 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. Maximum loads ENGLISH Recommended loads are indicated in the programme charts. General rules: Cotton, linen: drum full but not too tightly packed; Synthetics: drum no more than half full; Delicate fabrics and woollens: drum no more than one third full. Washing a maximum load makes the most efficient use of water and energy. For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load size. 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. Temperatures 95° 60° for normally soiled white cottons and linen (e. g. tea cloths, towels, tablecloths, sheets. . . ) for normally soiled, colour fast garments (e. g. shirts, night dresses, pyjamas. . . . ) in linen, cotton or synthetic fibres and for lightly soiled white cotton (e. g. underwear). 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 (cold) for delicate items (e. g. Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer compartment marked just before starting the programme. Any fabric softener or starching additives 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. 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. Degrees of water hardness 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: 69 Degrees Level Characteristic German °dH French °T. H. 1 2 3 4 soft medium hard very hard 0- 7 8-14 15-21 more than 21 0-15 16-25 26-37 more than 37 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. [. . . ] · Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is damp. · The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not been replaced after cleaning the pump. · Unsatisfactory washing results: · Too little or too much detergent has been used. · An unsuitable detergent has been used. [. . . ]