User manual Washing machine ZWT 8120 ZWT 9120 - ZWT 10120
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contents Contents Warnings ........................................... 5 Description of the appliance .............. 7 How to run a wash cycle ? ................ 8 Washing guide ................................ 12 Programmes table ........................... 14 Consumption .................................. 15 Care and cleaning ........................... 16 Operating problems ........................ 17 Technical specifications ................... 20 Installation .......................................
warnings 5 Warnings These warnings are for the safety of you and others around you. Please read these points carefully before installing and using your appliance. Thank you for your attention. Keep this user manual with your appliance. If the appliance is sold or given to another person, please make sure this user manual is included. This way, the new user will have the relevant operating instructions and warnings. General safety • Do not modify or attempt to modify this appliance.
warnings Precautions to be taken against frost If your appliance is exposed to temperatures below 0°C, the following precautions must be taken : • Close the tap and disconnect the inlet hose. • Place the end of this hose and the drain hose in a basin on the floor. • Select the Drain programme let it run until the end of the cycle. • Disconnect the appliance from the power supply by turning the program selector to “Stop”. • Unplug the appliance. • Screw the inlet hose back on and replace the drain hose.
Description of the appliance 7 Description of the appliance 1 2 1 The control panel 2 Lid handle 3 Lever for moving the appliance 4 Adjustable levelling feet 3 4 Dispenser box Prewash Wash Softener (do not fill above the MAX symbol M ) The control panel 1 Programme selector 2 Spin speed selector 3 “Temperature” pushbutton 4 “Option” pushbutton 1 5 6 7 8 2 “Extra rinse” pushbutton Lights of cycle progress “Start/Pause” pushbutton “Delay start” pushbutton 3 4 5 6 7 8
How to run a wash cycle How to run a wash cycle? Using for the first time • Ensure the electrical and water connections comply with the installation instructions. • Remove the polystyrene insert and all other items inside the drum. • Run an initial wash cycle at 90°C, without any washing but with detergent to clean the water tank. Daily use Loading washing • Open the lid of the appliance. • Open the drum by depressing the locking button A : The two shutters unlock automatically.
How to run a wash cycle 9 Selecting the temperature Press the “Temp.” pushbutton repeatedly to increase or decrease the temperature if you want your washing to be washed at a different temperature to the one selected by the appliance. The symbol means a cold wash. Selecting the spin speed Turn the spin speed selector on the desired speed. You can also select “No spin”*, “Rinse * hold” or “Night silence plus” *.
How to run a wash cycle programmes, and with an empty cycle for delicates programmes. “Extra rinse” option The washing machine will add one or more rinses during the cycle. This option is recommended for people with sensitive skin and in soft water areas. Temporary : Press the “Extra rinse” pushbutton. The option is only active for the selected programme. Permanent : Hold down the “Temp.” and “Option” pushbuttons for a few seconds.
How to run a wash cycle 11 Modifying the programme in progress Before making any changes to the current programme, you need to pause the washing machine by pressing the “Start/ Pause” pushbutton. If the modification is not possible, the “Start/Pause” pushbutton flashes red for a few seconds. If you still decide to change the programme, you must cancel the current programme (see below). Cancelling the programme If you want to cancel the programme, turn the programme selector to the “Off” position.
washing guide Washing guide Sorting and preparing the washing • Sort washing by type and care label (refer to International symbols section below) : normal wash for tough fabrics which can withstand intense washing and spinning cycles ; delicate wash for delicate fabrics which need to be treated with care. For mixed loads, loads with items of different types of material, choose a programme and a temperature suitable for the most fragile material.
washing guide 13 You can obtain information on the hardness level of water in your area by contacting your water company or other competent source. There are no restrictions on the use of powder detergents. Liquid detergents must not be used when a prewash has been selected. For cycles without prewash, they can be added either via means of a dosing ball, or in the detergent compartment. In either case, the wash cycle must be started immediately.
programmes table / consumption Programmes table Programme / Type of washing Load Possible options Cottons* : White or colour, e.g., normally soiled work clothes, bed linen, table linen, body linen, towels. 5,5 kg Synthetics : Synthetic fabrics, body linen, coloured fabrics, non-iron shirts, blouses. 2,5 kg Prewash Eco** Super quick Extra rinse Rinse hold Night silence plus Delay start Easy iron : Reduces creasing and makes ironing easier.
programmes table / consumption 15 Programme / Type of washing Load Possible options Delicate spin : A delicate spin cycle after a Rinse hold (or Night silence plus). 2,5 kg Delay start * Reference programme for test conforming to CEI 456 standard (60° Cottons programme with Eco option). ** Cannot be used with programmes lower than 40°C. *** Depending on model.
care and cleaning Care and cleaning Object trap Regularly clean out the object trap which is located at the bottom of the drum : Unplug the appliance before cleaning. 1 2 Descaling the appliance To descale the appliance, use an appropriate non-corrosive product designed for washing machines. Read product label for recommended amounts and how often descaling should be carried out. 3 4 5 6 The exterior Use warm soapy water to clean the exterior of the appliance.
operating problems 17 Operating problems Numerous checks were carried out on your appliance before it left the factory. However, should you notice a malfunction, please refer to the sections below before contacting the after-sales service.
operating problems Problems Causes Wash is unsatisfactory : • the detergent is unsuitable for machine washing, • there is too much washing in the drum, • the wash cycle is unsuitable, • there isn’t enough detergent. The appliance vibrates, is noisy : • the appliance hasn’t been untied properly (see untying section), • the appliance isn’t level and is unbalanced, • the appliance is too close to the wall or furniture, • washing is unevenly distributed in the drum, • the load is too small.
operating problems 19 Problems Causes The “Start/Pause” pushbutton** flashes red***: • the drainage filter is obstructed, • the drain hose is blocked or bent, • the drain hose is fixed too high (see “Installation” section). • the drainage pump is blocked, • the standpipe is blocked. The “Start/Pause” pushbutton** flashes red***: • the water inlet tap is closed, • the water supply has been cut off.
technical specifications / installation Technical specifications DIMENSIONS Height Width Depth 850 mm 400 mm 600 mm LINE VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY POWER CONSUMPTION WATER PRESSURE 230 V / 50 Hz 2300 W Minimum Maximum Connection to water supply 0,05 MPa (0,5 bar) 0,8 MPa (8 bar) Type 20x27 This appliance conforms to the CEE 89-336 directive concerning the limiting of radio-electric interference and the CEE 73-23 directive concerning electrical safety.
technical specifications / installation 21 Untying 4 4 3 5 2 1 To install your washing machine at the same level as surrounding furniture, proceed as follows : 5 1 2 Water supply Install the supplied water inlet hose at the rear of your washing machine by proceeding as follows (Do not reuse an old hose) : 1 2 3 4 3 Open the water inlet tap. Check there are no leaks. The water inlet hose can not be extended. If it is too short, please contact the after-sales service.
technical specifications / installation Drainage - The connector at 1 the end of the flexible hose can be attached to all common types of standpipe. Attach the connector to the standpipe with the hose clamp supplied with the appliance*. - Fit the U-piece on 2 the drainage hose. Place everything in a drainage point (or in a sink) at a height of between 70 and 100 cm. Ensure it is positioned securely. Air must be able to enter the end of the hose, to avoid any risk of siphoning.
environment 23 Environment Protecting the environment Disposing of the appliance All materials carrying the symbol are recyclable. Dispose of them at a waste collection site (enquire at your local council) for collection and recycling. When disposing of your appliance, remove all parts which could be dangerous to others: cut off the power supply cable at the base of the appliance. The symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this product may not be treated as household waste.
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