Zanussi ZWF 1240 W manual

W ASHING MACHINE ZWF 1240 W - ZWF 1440 W ZWF 1640 W - ZWF 1640 S White Cottons Coloured Cottons Synthetics Delicates Handwash Silk Mini 30 E-Synthetics Wool E-Cottons 1 2 0 0 9 0 0 5 0 0 9 0 ° 6 0 ° 5 0 ° 4 0 ° 7 0 0 ZWF 1240 W 40° AA Temp. Spin Prewash Wash Rinse Spin End Rinse Drain Spin Delicate Spin Prewash Extra Quick Super Rinse Easy [...]

2 Installation ● This appliance is heavy . Care should be taken when moving it. ● 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. See relevant section in inst[...]

3 Contents F or the User Important Safety Infor mation 2 Y our New W ashing Machine 4 Description of the Appliance 5 Detergent dispenser drawer 5 Child safety feature 5 The Control Panel 6-9 Operating sequence 10-12 Load the laundry 10 Measure out the detergent 10 Measure out the fabric softener 10 Switch the machine on 10 Select the desired progra[...]

4 Y our New W ashing Machine Y our new washing machine, which is fitted with the New Jet System, meets all modern requir ements for ef fective treatment of laundry with low water , energy and deter gent consumption. Even small loads are washed “economically” because the amount of water used is regulated automatically according to the load and t[...]

5 Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 3 Door opening handle 4 Drain pump 5 Adjustable feet Deter gent dispenser dr a w er Prewash Main wash Fabric softener Child safety f eatur e This machine incorporates a special child safety feature to prevent small children from being trapped inside the machine. T o activat[...]

1 Pr o gr amme selelector dial The selector dial is divided into following sections: • Cotton, linen • Synthetics • Delicates, handwash, wool, silk and mini- programme, rinses, drain, spin and delicate spin The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise. Position E-Cottons corresponds to the ENERGY SA VING programme for cot[...]

7 4 OPTION buttons Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the ST AR T/P AUSE button. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again, the pilot lights go out. If an incorrect option is selec[...]

8 The selected delay (23 hours max) set by means of the relevant button appears on the display for 3 seconds, then the duration of the previously selected programme is displayed. The countdown is updated every hour and when remain the last 2 hours each 30 min. I f an option which is not compatible with the set wash programme is selected, the messag[...]

9 8 Pr ogr amme phase indicator lights By selecting the wash programme, the pilot lights corresponding to the various phases making up the programme come on. After you have started the programme, only the light relevant to the phase that is currently being carried out will remain lit. At the end of the programme the “End” pilot light illuminate[...]

10 10 Operating Sequence Before the first wash we recommend to run a cotton cycle at 60°C, with the machine empty , in order to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour half a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start up the machine. 1. Load the laundr y Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle out[...]

11 11 7. Select the spin speed or the RINSE HOLD option Press the “Spin” button repeatedly , in order to select the desired spin speed or the option. The relevant light will light up. If you select the option, the machine will stop at the end of the programme with the water still in the tub. ZWF 1240 W ZWF 1420 W ZWF 1640 S - ZWF 1640 W 8. Sele[...]

12 12 13. Ho w to cancel a pr ogr amme during its cycle T urn the selector dial to O to cancel a programme which is running. Now you can select a new programme. The water in the drum will be not emptied out. 14. Ho w to open the door during the cycle of a pr ogr amme First set the machine to P AUSE by pressing the ST AR T/P AUSE button. If the door[...]

13 13 W ashing Hints Do NOT overload the machine. W eigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance. The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide: 1000g = 1 kg Sheet 700-1000 g Pillow case 100-200 g T ablecloth 400-500 g Serviette 50-100 g T ea towel 70-120 g Linen hand towel 100-150 g T owelling hand towel 15[...]

14 14 And in which f orm? Not only are there different types of deter gent, but they are also available in different forms. Whether you chose a powder or liquid in traditional or compact form is your own personal choice. TRADITIONAL POWDERS Pour the powder directly into the dispenser drawer . Do not sprinkle powder onto clothes in the machine drum.[...]

15 15 W ash Car e Symbols W ash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine. W ASHING SYMBOL BLEACHING IRONING DR Y CLEANING TUMBLE DR Y[...]

16 16 W ashing pr ogrammes The programme times are intended as a guide only . The actual time will vary depending on incoming water temperature and pressure. * In compliance with EC directive 92/75 the consumption figures indicated on the Energy label refer to this programme E - Cottons at 60°C. ** Fabrics washed with this programme have a washing[...]

17 ZWF 1240W ZWF 1440W 58 ZWF 1640W-S 58 W ashing pr ogrammes Programme for delicates, handwash , wool , silk and Mini 30’. Special pr ogrammes. T ype of laundry Description Programme dial position Delicates Possible options Rinse Handwash Delicate fabrics, for example acrylics, polyester mixtures. Silk fabrics. Delicate fabrics, for example curt[...]

18 18 Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply . Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and according to the softening[...]

19 19 Proceed as follows: • Disconnect the appliance. • If necessary wait until the water has cooled down. • Open the pump door . • Place a container close to the pump to collect any spillage. • Pull out the emergency emptying hose, place it in the container and remove its cap. • When no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover and [...]

20 The dangers of fr eezing If the machine is installed in a place where the temperature could drop below 0°C, proceed as follows: • Remove the plug from the socket. • Close the water tap and unscrew the water inlet hose from the tap. • Place the end of the emergency emptying hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the floor and [...]

21 Something Not W orking Certain problems ar e due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer . Before contacting your local Service For ce Centre, please carry out the checks listed below . IMPOR T ANT : if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below , or to repair a fault caused b[...]

22 Symptom The door will not open Possible causes ● The water level is above the bottom edge of the door . ● The machine is heating the water . ● The drum is turning. Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin ● The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. The laundry[...]

23 23 Guarantee Conditions Standar d guar antee conditions W e, Zanussi Electrolux, undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of the purchase, this ZANUSSI ELECTROLUX appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or materials, we will, at our option repair or replace the same FREE OF ANY CHARGE f[...]

24 Installation Instructions T echnical Specifications It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to modify this product in any way . Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance does not stand on the electrical supply cable. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or co[...]

25 Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. Y ou are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use in case the machine is to be transported again. Using a spanner unscrew and remove the two rear bottom screws. Slide out the two plastic pins. Lay the machine gently on its back, making sure that the hoses are[...]

26 W ater inlet Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance to connect to the water supply . Installation should comply with local water authority and building regulations’ requirements. The appliance must be connected to a cold water supply . A minimum water pressure of 50 kPa (0.5 bar) is requ[...]

27 If your drain hose looks like this (see below) you do not require the “U” piece”. Just push the hose firmly into the standpipe. 2. Onto a sink outlet spigot. If the outlet spigot has not been used before, remove any blanking plug that may be in place. Push the drain hose onto the spigot and secure with a clip if required, ensure a loop is [...]

28 In the inter est of the en vir onment W ashing machines and dishwashers should be connected to the FOUL drainage system, the water will then be taken to a sewage works for treatment before being discharged safely into a river . It is essential that these appliances are not connected to the surface water drainage system as this water is discharge[...]

29 29 P ermanent connection In the case of permanent connection it is necessary that you install a double pole switch between the appliance and the electricity supply (mains), with a minimum gap of 3mm between the switch contacts and of a type suitable for the required load in compliance with the current electrical regulations. The switch must not [...]

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