User manual ZANUSSI ZK90X

[. . . ] 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. 29 ENGLISH Contents Warnings Disposal Tips for environmental protection Technical specifications Installation Unpacking Positioning Water inlet Water drainage Electrical connection 31 32 32 33 34 34 34 34 35 35 Maintenance Door seal Bodywork Detergent dispenser drawer Drain pump Water inlet filter Emergency emptying out The dangers of freezing 52 52 52 52 52 53 53 53 Something not working? 54-55 Your new washer-dryer Description of the appliance Door locked pilot light Detergent dispenser drawer 36 37 37 37 Use Control panel Controls Washing hints Sorting the laundry Temperatures Before loading the laundry Maximum loads Laundry weights Removing stains Detergents and additives Drying hints International wash code symbols Operating sequence Washing programmes Timed drying 38 38 38-41 42 42 42 42 42 42 42 43 44 45 46-49 50 51 30 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. [. . . ] 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. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net. Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times. Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the garment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips and a cotton cloth. Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing product used cold. 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. Duration of the drying cycle The drying time can vary according to · the final spin speed; · the required degree of drying (extra dry, store dry or iron dry); · the type of laundry; · the size of load. The usual drying times for the timed programmes 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. It is a good idea to make a note of these times. Load Sort of laundry Linen and cottons Synthetics Warning: Loads of washed laundry exceeding these values must be divided before being dried, otherwise poor results will be obtained. load (dry weight) 2. 5 kg 2 kg Fibre residue After drying fluffy fabrics, such as new towels, it is advisable to perform the rinse programme to be sure that any residue that may remain in the tub is completely removed and does not stick to garments dried afterwards. After each drying cycle the filter should be checked and cleaned. Garments not suitable for drying · 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. Additional drying Should the laundry still be too wet at the end of the programme, set another short drying cycle. To prevent the formation of creases or shrinking of fabrics, avoid excessive drying. 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) Do not machine dry 44 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 Max. wash temperature 95°C Delicate wash Max. [. . . ] (E20) · The option AGUA EN LA CUBA has been selected. (E20) · 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. It is not always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is damp. [. . . ]