User manual ZANUSSI W802

[. . . ] WASHER-DRYER LAVANTE-SECHANTE W 802 INSTRUCTION BOOKLET NOTICE D'UTILISATION 132997380 GB F YOUR NEW WASHER-DRYER This new washing machine meets all requirements for a modern washing of laundry with reduced consumption of water, energy and detergent. I I The machine will consume less energy if the laundry is adequately spun before being dried. Use a programme with prewash only for heavy soiled items. Measure out detergent according to the water hardness, degree of soiling and quantity of laundry being washed. I The temperature selector dial allows you to choose personally the suitable washing temperature for your laundry. The automatic cooling of the washing water from 95°C to 60°C before draining will prevent plastic pipes of your drainage system from being deformed. [. . . ] 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. Degrees of water hardness Degrees Level Characteristic German °dH French °T. H. 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. 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. 1 2 3 4 soft medium hard very hard 0-15 0- 7 16-25 8-14 26-37 15-21 more than 21 more than 37 10 Drying hints As a dryer, the machine works on the condensation principle. Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose must drain water into a sink or into the drain pipe, even during the drying cycle. Drying symbols on garment labels Always look at the garment label to check whether garments can be machine dried. The following symbols refer to drying: Machine drying is usually possible Normal drying (normal temperature) Gentle drying (reduced temperature) Load Sort of laundry Linen and cottons Synthetics max. load (dry weight) 2. 75 kg 2 kg Do not machine dry Duration of the drying cycle The drying time can vary according to I I the final spin speed; the required degree of drying (store dry or iron dry); the type of laundry; Warning: Loads of washed laundry exceeding these values must be divided before being dried, otherwise poor results will be obtained. I I Garments not suitable for drying I Particularly delicate items such as synthetic curtains, woollen and silk, garments with metal inserts, nylon stockings, bulky garments such as anoraks, bedcovers, quilts, sleeping bags and duvets must not be machine dried. Garments padded with foam-rubber or materials similar to foam-rubber must not be machine dried; they represent a fire hazard. Also, fabrics containing residues of setting lotions or hair sprays, nail solvents or similar solutions must not be machine dried in order to avoid the formation of harmful vapours. the size of load. The usual drying times are indicated in the programme chart. As you become more familiar with the appliance, you will discover the drying times that best suit your needs according to the various type of fabric. [. . . ] Refer to relevant paragraph in "water drainage" section. Check that the drain hose is not squashed or kinked. Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much foam) has been used. Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings. [. . . ]