User manual ZANUSSI ZF18/8K

[. . . ] To avoid unnecessary mistakes and accidents, it is important to ensure that all people using the appliance are thoroughly familiar with its operation and safety features. Save these instructions and make sure that they remain with the appliance if it is moved or sold, so that everyone using it through its life will be properly informed on appliance use and safety. Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water supply after use, clean and maintenance. Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. [. . . ] Depress the button again to restart the programme. Cancelling a programme Turn the selector dial to Off to cancel a programme which is running. Opening the door after the programme has started First set the machine to pause by pressing the Start/Pause button. If the «Door» light flashes and after 2 minutes goes off, the door can be opened. If the «Door» light does not flash, this means that the machine is already heating, that the water level is above the bottom edge of the door or that the drum is turning. In this case the door can not be opened. If you cannot open the door but you need to open it you have to switch the machine off by turning the selector dial to «Off». After about 2 minutes the door can be opened (pay attention to the water level and temperature!). At the end of the programme The machine stops automatically. The Start/Pause and «wash» lights go off and the «end» phase light illuminates. The door can be opened (the Door light is off). If the «Rinse Hold» or «Night Cycle» option has been selected, the «end» and «door» lights illuminates but the door remains locked to indicate that the water must be emptied out before opening the door. Turn slowly the lid of the diaphragm towards left side and allow that the water of the washing machine goes flowing slowly to the bowl. When the bowl is full, turn and close the lid of the diaphragm. Repeat the procedure until you have completely emptied the washing machine. To continue, unscrew the lid of the diaphragm by turning it counter clockwise and pull it out. Always keep a rag nearby to dry up spillage of water when removing the cover. Remove the objects such as buttons, coins and the lint that has been accumulated in the area of the pump impeller by rotating it. 17 To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment should be removed. 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. Screw the lid of the diaphragm clockwise, be sure is completely tighten. Close the drainage area door. The dangers of freezing If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0°C, certain precautions should be taken. 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. [. . . ] The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste. Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment. By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly, you will help prevent potential negative consequences for the environment and human health, which could otherwise be caused by inappropriate waste handling of this product. For more detailed information about recycling of this product, please contact your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product. [. . . ]