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Zanussi ZWF 1218 W Instruction Booklet

Manual is about: ZANUSSI OWNERS MANUAL Front-Load Washer ZWF 1218 W

Summary of ZWF 1218 W

  • Page 1

    Washing machine zwf 1218 w 1200 900 700 500 delicates 60°c 50°c 95°c 40°c extra quick prewash prewash wash rinses spin drain 30°c wool on/off cottons synthetics outdoor sports super rinse delay 40° aa skip handwash start/ pause rinse hold reset temp. Spin zwf 1218 w hydrosystem 6 kg progress 1200 in...

  • Page 2: Installation

    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 no...

  • Page 3: Contents

    3 contents for the user important safety information 2 your new washing machine 4 description of the appliance 5 detergent dispenser drawer 5 child safety feature 5 the control panel 6-10 turning the acoustic signal off 6 operating sequence 11-13 load the laundry 11 measure out the detergent 11 meas...

  • Page 4: Your New Washing Machine

    4 your new washing machine your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Even small loads are washed “economically” because the amount of water used is regulated automatically according to the load and type...

  • Page 5: Description of The Appliance

    5 description of the appliance 1 detergent dispenser drawer 2 control panel 3 door opening handle 4 drain pump 5 adjustable feet detergent dispenser drawer prewash main wash fabric softener child safety feature this machine incorporates a special child safety feature to prevent small children from b...

  • Page 6: 1 “On/off” Button

    1 “on/off” button press this button to switch the washing machine on. The display (8) will show three flashing dashes or a flashing zero. You will find more detailed explanations on pages 7-8 (see “display”). Press the on/off button again to switch the machine off. 2 mains-on light this light is con...

  • Page 7: 6 Wash Choice Button

    7 • “rinse hold” position: when you choose this option, the machine will not drain the water of the last rinse, so as not to crease the laundry. At the end of the cycle, the door is locked, the light of the “start/pause” button goes out, the pilot light of “rinse hold” position remains lit, to indic...

  • Page 8

    • delay start, a time value indicated in hours and selected by means of the relevant button (max 23 hours). The delay time is displayed for 3 seconds, then the duration of the selected programme reappears. After you have pressed the “start/pause” button, the countdown begins, and the delay time valu...

  • Page 9: 9 “Start/pause” Button

    9 9 “start/pause” button this button has two functions: • start: after you have selected the desired programme and options, press this button to start the washing machine. The light above the button will stop flashing and remain lit. If you have selected a delay time by means of the “delay” button, ...

  • Page 10: 11 “Delay” Button

    10 to select drain only, press the “skip” button three times, the wash - rinses - spin led,s go out. The drain led only remains alight. 11 “delay” button this button makes it possible to delay the starting of the programme selected from 30 min - 60 min - 90 min, 2 hours and then by 1 hour up to a ma...

  • Page 11: Operating Sequence

    11 operating sequence before the first wash, we recommend that you 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 main wash compartment of the dispenser drawer and start the machine. ...

  • Page 12: Rinse Hold Option

    12 the relevant light will light up. 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 rinse hold option. The relevant light will light up. If you select the rinse hold option, the machine will stop at the end of th...

  • Page 13: A Programme During Its Cycle

    13 12. How to change an option or a programme during its cycle before you make any change, you must pause the machine by pressing the “start/pause” button. It is possible to change the temperature or any option before the programme carries it out. Changing a running programme is possible only by can...

  • Page 14: Washing Hints

    14 washing hints do not overload the machine. Weigh 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 tablecloth 400-500 g serviette 50-100 g tea towel 70-120 g linen ha...

  • Page 15: And In Which Form?

    15 and in which form? Not only are there different types of detergent, 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 sprin...

  • Page 16: Wash Care Symbols

    16 wash care symbols wash 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. Washing symbol ...

  • Page 17: Washing Programmes

    17 washing programmes * 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. ** only at the...

  • Page 18: Maintenance and Cleaning

    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 an...

  • Page 19: The Dangers of Freezing

    19 • when no more water comes out, unscrew the pump cover and remove it. Always keep a rag nearby to dry 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. ...

  • Page 20: Something Not Working

    20 the door will not open ● the water level is above the bottom edge of the door. ● the machine is heating the water. ● the drum is turning. Something not working certain problems are due to lack of simple maintenance or oversights, which can be solved easily without calling out an engineer. Before ...

  • Page 21: Service & Spare Parts

    Symptom possible causes 21 21 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 is redistributed by reverse rotation of the drum. This may happen several times before the unb...

  • Page 22: Guarantee Conditions

    22 22 guarantee conditions standard guarantee conditions we, 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 ...

  • Page 23: Installation Instructions

    23 installation instructions technical 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...

  • Page 24: Unpacking

    24 24 unpacking all transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You 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 machin...

  • Page 25: Water Inlet

    25 installation on a suspended floor suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration. To help prevent vibration we recommend you place a waterproof wood panel, at least 15 mm thick under the appliance, secured to at least 2 floor beams with screws. If possible install the appliance...

  • Page 26: Levelling

    26 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 secur...

  • Page 27: Electrical Connection

    27 27 if you require any further advice please contact your local water authority. Electrical connection any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. Warning: this appliance must be earthed. The manufacturer declines any...

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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 clean...