User manual ZANUSSI ZI3243

[. . . ] It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way. 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. Any plumbing work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified plumber or competent person. [. . . ] 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 presoak product or biological detergent. Only wool marked "Pure New Wool - washable, preshrunk" can be washed in the the wool programme; other types of wool should be washed by hands. 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 tap. 12 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. And in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, but they are also available in different forms. Other letters and/or a bar beneath the circle will indicate the required process to the dry cleaner. TUMBLE DRYING with high heat setting with low heat setting May be tumble dried Cotton, Linen, Viscose Polyester mixtures, Wool Acrylic, Nylon, Polyester X A cross through any symbol means «DO NOT» 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. 14 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 Washing programmes Fabrics Programme/ temperature Consumptions* Type of laundry Available options Spin reduction/ Night Cycle Intensive, Prewash, Quick, Extra rinse Spin reduction/ Night Cycle Intensive, Prewash, Extra rinse Spin reduction/ Night Cycle Intensive Prewash, Quick, Extra rinse Load Energy kWh Water litres White cotton 95° Cottons Sheets, household linen, towels, tablecloths 7 Kg 2. 6 68 White cotton or fast colours White and coloured cotton E60° Cottons Sheets, household linen, towels, Economy tablecloths Fast coloured and non-fast items, for example hand towels, sheets, underwear, tablecloths, shirts 7 Kg 1. 19 62 60° - 40°30° Cottons 7 Kg 1. 5 65 Coloured cotton Spin reduction/ E40° Cottons Coloured items, for Night Cycle example underwear, Economy Intensive, Prewash, shirts, blouses Extra rinse 60° - 40°30° Synthetics Easy Iron 30° Synthetics Shirts, blouses, underwear, mixed fabrics Spin reduction/ Night Cycle , Intensive, Prewash, Quick, Extra rinse Spin reduction/ Night Cycle Prewash, Intensive, Quick, Extra rinse Spin reduction/ Night Cycle Prewash, Quick, Extra rinse 7 Kg 1. 3 62 Synthetics 3 Kg 0. 95 55 Synthetics Shirts, blouses, underwear, mixed fabrics 3 Kg 0. 23 59 Delicates 40° - 30° Delicates Acrylic, viscose, polyester items, curtains 3 Kg 0. 55 57 Wool 40° - 30° Wool Garments bearing the Spin reduction/ " Pure new wool, non-shrink, machine Night Cycle washable" or "Hand wash" label 2 kg 0. 35 55 The "E60° Cottons " is the reference programme for the data entered in the energy label, in compliance with EEC 92/75 standards. * This data is given purely as an indication: the consumption values may vary in relation to the quantity and type of laundry, the temperature of the water supply and the ambient temperature. The data refers to the highest temperature provided for each programme. 15 Washing programmes Programme Programme description 3 rinses Long spin at max. speed Consumptions* Available options Load Energy kWh Water litres Rinses Drain For emptying out the last rinse of the programmes with "Rinse hold" / or "Night Cycle" option Spin reduction/ Night Cycle Extra rinse 7 Kg 0. 1 51 Water draining - 7 Kg - - Spin Drain and long spin at max. speed* Spin reduction 7 Kg - - Mini 30° Short cycle for lightly soiled fabrics Wash at 30°C 2 rinses Short spin Spin reduction/ 3 Kg Night Cycle 0. 3 40 "O" Off / Reset For cancelling the programme which is running or to switch the machine off - - - * You can reduce the spin speed by means of the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun. 16 Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive compartment should be removed. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. [. . . ] Some vibration is inevitable, especially if mounted on a wooden floor. Sprung wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. If possible, always place the machine on a solid floor. Special conditions P1197 Push the drain hose onto the spigot and secure with a clip if required, ensure a loop is formed in the drain hose (see diagram) to prevent waste from the sink entering the washing machine. If the floor is carpeted 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. [. . . ]