Zanussi ZWF 1621S manual

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    INSTRUCTION BOOKLET W ASHING MACHINE ZWF 1421S ZWF 1521W ZWF 1621S ZWF 1621W Whites Economy Whites Coloured Economy Colour care Synthetics Synthetics Synthetics Delicates Quick 95° 60° 40° 30° 60° 40° 30° 40° Handwash Wool Wool Cold Miniprogram Rinses Drain Spin Off Daily 30° 40° 30° / 30 O AQUACYCLE 6 kg ESSENTIAL 1600 ESSENTIAL ZWF [...]

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    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[...]

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    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 6-7 Programme information 8 Operating Sequence 9-12 W ashing 5 kg of white cotton at 95°C 9 Load the laundry 9 Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener 9[...]

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    4 Y our New W ashing Machine Y our new washing machine meets all modern requirements for ef fective tr eatment of laundry with low water , energy and detergent consumption. ● The programme selector dial combines the function of programme and temperature selection, making it easier to set the programme. ● The programme pr ogr ess display shows t[...]

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    5 Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 Control panel 4 Door opening handle 5 Drain pump 6 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 ma[...]

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    6 1 Deter gent dispenser dr a w er Pr o gr amme Option buttons Depending on the programme, different functions can be combined. These must be selected after choosing the desired programme and before depressing the S tart/Pause button. When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot lights come on. When they are pressed again, the pilot ligh[...]

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    7 • set the washing machine to P AUSE by pressing the S tart/Pause button; • press the Delay S tart button once, the light relevant to the selected delay goes off . • press the S tart/Pause button again to start the programme. Important! ● The selected delay can be changed only after selecting the washing programme again. ● The door will [...]

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    For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the RINSE HOLD option. T urn first the programme selector dial to O , then select Drain programme and depress the S tart/Pause button. Separate spin for hand washed garments and after programmes with RINSE HOLD option. Before selecting this programme the selector dial must be turned to[...]

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    9 Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the [...]

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    10 6. Select the Dela y Star t Before you start the pr ogramme , if you wish to delay the start, press the Delay S tart button repeatedly , to select the desired delay . The relevant light illuminates. 7. Start the pr ogr amme Before starting up the machine check that: ● the appliance is plugged in ● the water supply tap is turned on ● the dr[...]

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    11 W ASHING 2.5 KG OF MIXED F ABRICS A T 40°C Suppose you have 2.5 kg of lightly soiled mixed fabrics to wash. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature. 1. Load the laundr y Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much[...]

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    12 7 . Star t the machine Before starting up the machine check that: ● the appliance is plugged in ● the water supply tap is turned on ● the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned ● the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed. T o start the selected programme, press the S tart/Pause button; the corresponding light stops [...]

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    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 150-2[...]

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    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. TR[...]

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    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 YING[...]

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    16 W ash at 60°- 40° - 30 °C 3 rinses Short spin O Synthetics Synthetic or mixed fabrics, underwear , coloured garments, non-shrink shirts, blouses. For cancelling the wash programme which is running and for switching the machine off 2.5 kg / Prewash Half Load Spin / Rinse Hold/ No Spin 90 W ashing Pr ogrammes Degree of soil and type of laundry [...]

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    17 W ashing Pr ogrammes Degree of soil and type of laundry Description W ash programme/ W ashing symbol Programme dial position Delicates Possible options Handwash Delicate fabrics, for example curtains Specially tested programme for wool garments bearing the “Pure new wool, non- shrink, machine washable” label. Special programme for hand washi[...]

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    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 po[...]

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    19 up spillage of water when removing the cover . • Remove any objects from the pump impeller by rotating it. • Put the cap back on the emergency emptying hose and place the latter back in its seat. • Screw the pump cover fully in. • Close the pump door . Wa r n i n g When the appliance is in use and depending on the programme selected ther[...]

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    20 Something Not W orking Certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer . Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, please carry out the checks listed below . During machine operation it is possible that the “ End ” light flashes and an acoustic signal c[...]

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    21 Symptom The door will not open Possible causes ● The programme is still running. ● The door lock has not yet released. ● W ater in the tub: the door cannot be opened if water is present in the tub. Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin ● The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly di[...]

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    22 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 for [...]

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    23 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[...]

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    24 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[...]

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    25 W ater inlet Connect the hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Do not use previously used hoses for water connection. 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 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) is required for safe operation [...]

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    26 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 formed in the drain hose (see diagram) to prevent waste from the sink entering the washing machine. Important ● Before connecting th[...]

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    27 Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. W ARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EAR THED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same[...]

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    © Electrolux plc 2005 From the Electrolux Group. The world’s No. 1 choice . The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold [...]