User manual ZANUSSI TD250

[. . . ] 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 environmentally friendly paper. 70 132990080. qxd 01/12/2003 15:45 Pagina 71 Contents Warnings Disposal 72-73 73 Maintenance Door seal Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain filter Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out Frost precautions 89 89 89 89 89 90 90 90 Tips for environmental protection 73 Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 74 75 75 75 75 76 76 Something not working? 91-92 Your new washing machine Description of the appliance Door locked pilot light Detergent dispenser drawer 77 77 77 77 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 Washing programmes 78 78 78-81 82 82 82 82 82 82 82 83 84 85-87 88 71 ENGLISH 132990080. qxd 01/12/2003 15:45 Pagina 72 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. Refer to the relevant paragraph in the instruction book. [. . . ] After you have closed the door, press the START/PAUSE button again. 12 Programme phase indicator lights PREWASH WASH RINSES SPIN DRAIN When you select a programme, the lights relevant to the phases that form the programme light up. PREWASH WASH · If the machine is switched off: - depress ON/OFF button to switch it on; - select the type of fabric by means of button FABRIC: - select the special programme as previously described. After you have started the programme, only the light relevant to the phase that is currently being carried out will remain lit. 81 ENGLISH · press the DELAY button until the display shows the desired delay time or 132990080. qxd 01/12/2003 15:45 Pagina 82 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. 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 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. net curtains), mixed laundry including synthetic fibres and woollens. COLD 30°-40° Before loading the laundry Never wash whites and coloureds together. Whites may lose their "whiteness" in the wash. New coloured items may run in the first wash; they should therefore be washed separately the first time. Make sure that no metal objects are left in the laundry (e. g. Button up pillowcases, close zip fasteners, hooks and poppers. Remove persistent stains before washing. Rub particularly soiled areas with a special detergent or detergent paste. 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. The washing machine incorporates a recirculation system which allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent. 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. 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 83 ENGLISH 132990080. qxd 01/12/2003 15:45 Pagina 84 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. [. . . ] Refer to relevant paragraph in "water drainage" section. · The drain hose is squashed or kinked. (E20) · The RINSE HOLD option has been selected. (E20) · Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much foam) has been used. [. . . ]