Zanussi FLS821C, FLS826C, FLS822C User Manual

LAVADORAS

AUTOMATICAS

WASHING

MACHINES

FLS 821 C
FLS 822 C
FLS 826 C
FLS 868 C

INSTRUCCIONES

INSTRUCTIONS

35.292.575 0

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CONTENTS

Warnings 20
Technical specifications 21
Installation 22
Transit security bars 22
Levelling 23
Hydraulic connection 23
Electrical connection 24
Your washing machine 25

Description of the controls 26
Operating sequence 27
Programs 29 and 30
Washing hints 31
Table of symbols 32
Maintenance 33
Servicing 35

About the symbols

The following symbols will guide you in the reading of this
instruction book.

Important information concerning the safety in
the use of your machine

Information for correct use of your machine
and to obtain the best performance

Important information concerning environment
protection

Our contribution to the protection of the
environment:
We use recycled paper.

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THESE WARNINGS ARE PROVIDED IN THE
INTEREST OF SAFETY. YOU MUST READ
THEM CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING OR
USING THE APPLIANCE.

It is most important that this instruction book
should always be at hand for the user for
reference. Should the appliance be sold or
transferred to another owner, or should you move
house and leave the appliance, always ensure
that the book is left with the appliance in order that
the new owner can get to know the functioning of
the appliance and the relevant warnings.

CHECK THE APPLIANCE UPON RECEPTION
AND SHOULD ANY DAMAGE BE OBSERVED
CALL YOUR DISTRIBUTER BEFORE YOU
MAKE IT WORK.

Children must not be allowed to tamper with
the controls or play with the product.

The appliance is heavy. Care should be taken
when moving it. Do NOT hold onto the controls .

All packing and transit bolts must be removed
before use.

Serious damage can occur to the product and
to property if this has not been adhered to. See
relevant section (unpacking) in the instruction
booklet.

The washing machine must be unplugged
when removing the interior transit bolts. Do not
plug in the appliance before finishing the
removal of the transit bolts and the fixing of the
caps in the holes where the security bolts were.

If the appliance is to stand on a carpeted floor
make sure that there is space between the
carpet and the supporting feet of the appliance
for the air to circulate freely around.

Any electrical and/or plumbing work required
to install this appliance should be carried out by
a qualified electrician and/or plumber or
competent person.

It is dangerous to alter the 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.

Only wash fabrics which are designed to be
machine washed. If in doubt, consult the
manufacturer of that item.

Before washing ensure that all pockets are
empty and buttons and zips are fastened.

Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails,
screws, stones or any other hard, sharp
material can cause extensive damage and
must not be placed into the appliance nor left in
the pockets.

Avoid washing frayed or torn articles and treat
stains such as paint, ink, rust, and grease
before washing.

Garments which have been in contact with
volatile petroleum products should not be
machine washed. If volatile cleaning fluids are
used, care should be taken to ensure that the
garment is dry before placing it in the washing
machine.

Wash small items such as socks, laces,
washable belts , etc. in a washing bag or pillow
case as it is possible for such items to slip
down between the tub and the inner drum.

Only wash the advised quantity of delicate
fabrics. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you
over-fill. Refer to the manufacturer’s
recommendations of quantities.

Do not overload the appliance, see the rele v ant
WASHING PROGRAM section .

Pets have been known to climb into washing
machines. Please check your drum before use.

The glass door becomes very hot during the
wash cycle. Keep children away from the
appliance while it is in operation.

Before opening the door look through the
“window” to check if the water has drained.
Should there be water do not open before
draining. If in doubt read section
“INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE”.

Always unplug the appliance and turn off the
water after use.

Leave the porthole slightly ajar between
washes to preserve the door seal.

Unplug the appliance before cleaning.
This product must be serviced by an

authorised Service Centre, and only genuine
spare parts should be used. Do not try to repair
the appliance yourself.

Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons
may cause injury or serious malfunctioning of
the machine. Contact your local Service
Centre. Always insist on genuine spare parts.

WARNINGS

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DIMENSIONS Width 60 cm

Height 85 cm
Depth 55 cm

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION Voltage 220V 50Hz

Max.Power
Absorbed 1.975 W(10A)

WATER PRESSURE Minimum 5N/cm

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Maximum 80N/cm

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MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD Cotton, Linen 4,5 kg

Synthetics delicate fabrics 2 kg
Wool 1 kg

SPIN SPEED

Maximum 800 r.p.m.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

This appliance marked “CE” complies with the directives:

-89/336/CEE on electro magnetic compatibility.

-73/23/CEE on electric material designed to be used with cer tain power limits.

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Transit security bars

Before starting the machine up, the transport

security bars must be removed as follows:

You are advised to keep all the transport security
bars in case the appliance has to be transported
again.

Unscrew and remove the three rear screws by
means of a key.

Lean the appliance back on the rear and fit one
of the polystyrene angles between the appliance
and the floor.

Make sure the hoses are not squashed.

Carefully remove the plastic bags on the right
and the left, pulling them to the centre of the
appliance.

Place the machine in an upright position and
remove the three plastic bolts. (Fig. 4).

Plug the 3 holes with the plastic plugs which you
can find in the envelope containing the
instruction booklet. (Fig. 5).

P0287

P0018

AL009

2

1

P0001

P0002

Fig. 4 Fig. 5

Installation

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Levelling

Level the appliance by loosening or tightening
the feet. Once in the right position fix the feet by
pushing the nuts against the base of the case.
Accurate levelling will prevent vibration, noise
and displacement of the appliance during
operation.
Some vibration is inevitable, especially if placed
on a wooden floor. Wooden floors are
particularly susceptible to vibrations. For advice,
consult a builder. If posible always place the
appliance on a solid floor.

Hydraulic connection

There should be a COLD WATER tap near the
washing machine with a screwing on connection
pipe of 3/4 gas for the water supply, a sink, a
wash basin or a drainage system in the wall.

Previously check if:
— it is not a hot water tap.
— the running water is clean. If not, run off a

reasonable amount of water to flush out any
debris that may have collected in the pipes.

Have the permanent drainage system in the wall
checked by a plumber.

Place the enclosed rubber joint, delivered in a
plastic bag together with the appliance (A), at the
very end of the inlet hose and carefully screw the
pipe to the tap taking care not to damage the
screwdrive and fix the nut well on to the end in
order to avoid leaking.

If necessary turn the hose adequately by
unscrewing the nut at the rear of the appliance.

Now retighten the nut to avoid leaks. (Open the
tap and assure that it does not leak and close it
again.)

Place the discharging hose in a washbasin or
sink with the aid of the bent piece delivered
separately. The bent piece has to be entered into
the tube’s mouth in order to assure the support.
This piece allows the hose to be fixed to the wall
by means of an opening on the upper part and
that way the hose does not move and its falling
is avoided.

P0254

AL013

A

P0021

P0022

P0509

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IMPORTANT: The distance from the floor to the
highest part of the hose should be between 60 to
90 cm. (It is advisable to be between 60 and 70
cm). The hose must not be bent nor twisted to
avoid clogging. Should a extension of the
discharging hose be unavoidab le this must ne v er
surpass 1.5 m and must be of the same diameter
as the original hose.
Make sure the hoses are not too tense.

P0023

1,5 m. Max.

60 cm. Min.

90 cm. Max.

Electrical connections

The applicable rules for electrical
security require an adequate earth­ing. The plug of the appliance is pro­vided with such a device.

Make sure your socket outlet is pr ovided with
an adequate earthing too.

The manufacturer declines any liability in
case of accidents or incidents should these
safety measures not be observed.

Before plugging in the appliance make sure that:
1º the mains of your installation are the same as

on the rating plate of your appliance (the plate is
stuck to the rear of the appliance).

2º The meter, the fuses, the wiring and the
socket outlet can support the max. power
absorbed stated on the rating plate.

3º The socket base and the plug must fit in
adequately without any reducing interposition,
multiple outlets or adapters. If necessary replace
the socket outlet by an adequate one.

(Never touch the washing machine or any
electric appliance while standing on a wet floor
or being barefoot.)

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1 Detergent dispenser drawer
2 On/off lamp
3 Option buttons
4 Temperature selector
5 Program selector
6 The door
7 Filter
8 Adjustable feet

Detergent dispenser drawer

Symbols

Prewash
Wash
Fabric softener
Bleach

YOUR WASHING MACHINE

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AL020

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DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTROLS

Control panel

1. Detergent dispenser drawer

The dispenser is provided with 4 compartments
marked with the following symbols:

Prewash: symbol shows the compartment for

the prewash detergent.

Wash: symbol shows the compartment for

the washing detergent.

Fabric softener: symbol shows the

compartment for the softening agents.

Bleach: symbol shows the compartment for

the bleaching agents.

2. On/off lamp

It lights up when the appliance is operating.

3. Rinse hold button

(only for programmes 7 to 12)
Pressing this button together with the programs

for delicate fabrics, the water will remain in the
wash tub at the end of the cycle. Press again to
drain the water and take out the clothes.

4. 1/2 load button

(only for programmes 1 to 4)
Pressing this button before starting the intense

program there will be one rinse less which leads
to energy and water saving.

5. button

If your washing machine is provided with this
push button, press it to reduce the spinning
speed from 800 to 550 r.p.m.

6. Temperature selector

This control allows you to select the temperature
of the washing cycle in accordance with the kind
of clothes to be washed.
Turn the control until the required temperature
coincides with the marker.
On the program table you will find the most
appropriate temperature for each kind of
washing. Selecting this for any program
will be run with cold water. This will ensure
savings in electricity consumption.

7. Program selector

To select the required program turn the control
clockwise until the marker on the top coincides
with the number of the required program
(reference mark on the control panel). If at any
chance you pass by the required number

NEVER TURN THE CONTROL
COUNTERCLOCKWISE just continue clockwise

until the required number is reached again.

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OPERATING SEQUENCE

1. Loading the washing machine

Load the laundry loosely, alternating large items
with small ones.
Do not overload the washing machine, but
always try to use its fullest capacity in
accordance with the type of fabric. Reduce the
quantity when washing very dirty or fluffy
laundry.
Once the machine is working and you wish to
add any item you must stop the program.

2. Detergent dosage

Pull the handle to open the dispenser. Pour the
recommended quantity of detergent into
compartment.

For prewash use compartment .

3. Agents dosage

If you wish to use agents pour the fabric softener
into the compartment with the symbol and
the bleach into the compartment with the
symbol Never exceed the MAX level.

4. Select the temperature

Turn the dial clockwise to the desired
temperature.

5. Select the program

Tur n the dial clockwise until the marker reaches
the desired program.

Before executing the first wash with clothes we recommend to carry out the cleaning of
the drum and the barrel by a special wash, without clothes.

1. Pour a dose of detergent in the tray compartment corresponding to “Wash”.

2. Choose a program of 40° (Cotton, delicate colours).

3. Pull out the program selector. The on/off lamp will go on and the wash will begin.

4. After the wash is finished the light will go off. Wait, at least, three minutes, after the light goes
off, before opening the door of the washing machine.

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P0004

AL024
AL022

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6. Start

Before pulling the program selector check if:

■ The door is properly closed.

■ The appliance is plugged in.

■ The water supply tap is turned on.

■ The drain filter is tight.

■ The drain hose is adequately positioned.

Pull the program selector towards y ou till it clicks .
The on/off lamp comes on and the program will
begin.

7. Stop

The washing machine stops automatically once
the cycle is finished, the on/off lamp goes off.

Open the door 3 minutes after the end of the
program to give the safety device time to
unlock.

Push the program selector in, close the tap, and
unplug the appliance. Leave the door ajar for a
few minutes for the steam to get out.

IMPORTANT REMARK: This appliance is
provided with a security device to avoid
opening during the cycles. Open it only
when absolutely necessary and wait 3
minutes after you have stopped the
machine to give the safety device time to
unlock.

2

P0215

2

ALO26

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Recommended load: max. 4,5 kg.

PROGRAM

DEGREE

OF SOIL

COMPARTMENTS

TO USE

MAXIMUM

WATER

TEMP.

PROGRAM

POSITION

DESCRIPTION

Programs for cotton and linen

PROGRAMS

FAST

COLOURS

60

2

(•)

Wash at 60°C
4 rinses
Spin

NON-FAST
COLOURS

40 3

Wash at 40°C
4 rinses
Spin

RINSES

4

4 rinses
Spin

AGENTS

SOFTENER

5

Load agent
1 rinse
Spin

SPIN

6

Drain water
Spin 7 min.

WHITES

with prewash

90 1

Prewash
Wash at 90°C
4 rinses
Spin

heavy

soil

normal

soil

WHITES

without

prewash

90

2

Wash at 90°C
4 rinses
Spin

normal

soil

normal

soil

(•) This 60° programme is the reference programme for the Energy label according to the article 2,
paragraph 1 of the EEC. Directive 92/75.

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Programs for synthetics, mixed and wool

Recommended load: max. 2 kg (wool max. 1 kg.)

SYNTHETICS

DELICATES

40 9

Wash at 40°C
3 rinses
Short spin

WOOL

SILK

40 10

Wash at 40°C
3 rinses
Short spin

RINSES

DELICATES

11

3 rinses
Short spin

DRAIN

13

Drain water
drum stands
still

MIXED

FABRICS

60

7

Prewash at 30°C
Wash at 60°C
3 rinses
Short spin

heavy

soil

normal

soil

normal

soil

NON-FAST

COLOURS

60

8

Wash at 60°C
3 rinses
Short spin

normal

soil

AGENTS

SOFTENER

12

Load agent
1 rinse
Short spin

PROGRAM

DEGREE

OF SOIL

COMPARTMENTS

TO USE

MAXIMUM

WATER

TEMP.

PROGRAM

POSITION

DESCRIPTION

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Sort the laundr y according to the type of fabric,
colour fastness and how dirty it is.

When washing curtains remove the hooks.
It is essential to wash new coloured items

separately when washing them for the first time.
When washing fabrics requiring different wash

temperatures together , always select the lowest
one.

White items should NOT be washed with
coloured ones.

For wool use gentle detergents only in small
quantities. Only wool marked ‘PURE NEW
WOOL WASHABLE PRESHRUNK’ can be
washed in the machine using the wool program;
other types of wool should be washed by hand or
dry cleaned.

Some stains such as fruit, wine, grass, rust,
blood, etc. are difficult to remove and should be
treated before washing with specific products
which can be found in most household shops. In
any case they should be treated immediately ,
later on they are difficult to remove.

Damp laundry should be hung out to dry as soon
as possible after finishing the wash.

Knitwear and woollens should be dried flat, awa y
from direct sunlight.

On the care labels in most clothes wash code
symbols can be found which help you to select
the adequate wash program. You are
recommended to observe and follow these
instructions.

On the following table you will find the meaning
of the symbols.

Load the washing machine

Check the quantity you are going to wash for
each cycle.

It is rather difficult to weigh all the pieces to be
washed. We therefore advise you:

Cotton and linen: fill the dr um without force.
Synthetic: fill two thirds of the drum.
Delicates and wool: fill half the drum.

Temperatures

You are advised to wash whites at a temperature
of 60°C. If the laundry is not very soiled this will
be enough and it is energy saving. If you want to
wash whites in cold water, you must choose the
program 2 and turn the temperature selector to
the position.

Coloured fabrics are recommended to be
washed at 40°C although they would stand 60°C .

When washing together dark and light colours
the temperature should not exceed 40°C.
Synthetic white and light coloured fabrics can be
washed at 60°C, but here also 40° will do if they
are not very soiled.

Dark synthetics, delicate fabrics and wool must
be washed at a temperature lower than 40°C. If
one of the labels is marked 30°C, select 30°C f or
the whole cycle.

WASHING HINTS

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TABLE OF SYMBOLS

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The symbols on the labels are of great help for the wash, care and treatment.

STRONG WASH

DELICATE WASH

BLEACHING

IRONING

DRY

CLEANING

DRYING Flat On the line On clothes

hanger

High
temperature

Low
temperature

Tumble dry

Do not

tumble dry

Dry cleaning

in all solvents

Dry cleaning in

perchlorethylene,

petrol, pure alcohol,

R 111 y R 113

Dry cleaning in

petrol, pure alcohol,

R 111 y R 113

Do not

dry clean

Hot iron max. 200°C Hot iron max. 150°C Hot iron max. 100°C

Do not iron

Bleach in cold water Do not bleach

Max. wash

temp. 95°C

Max. wash

temp. 60°C

Max. wash

temp. 40°C

Max. wash

temp. 30°C

Hand wash

Do not

wash

at all

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MAINTENANCE

External cleaning

Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with
neutral soap and water only, and then dry
thoroughly.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser
drawer and the recess

Pull the drawer to remove (slightly at first till the
stop, then pull hard).
Flush well under a fast running tab.
Clean the recess with a small brush.
Replace the drawer.

Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must

DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply.

AL020

P0185

The dangers of freezing

If the machine is exposed to temperatures below
0°C, certain precautions should be taken.

Tur n off the water tap and unscrew the inlet
hose.

Select a wash program and run for a few
seconds.

Position the end of the drain hose in a bowl
on the floor.

Run the draining program for a few seconds.
This way you make sure no water at all remains
in the appliance which could freeze and thus
damage it and its surroundings.
When you need to start the machine up again,
make sure that the room temperature is above
0°C.

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Cleaning the filters

The drain filter

A clean filter is important for correct functioning
of the washing machine, and it should therefore
be cleaned regularly. Small objects left in the
pockets and yarn is retained here.

Unscrew the filter completely turning it
counterclockwise.

Remove the filter and clean it under a fast
running tap.

Replace the filter turning now clockwise and
tighten it.

Attention

Never remove the unloading filter while the
washing machine is operating. Wait, always, till
the washing program is over and there is NO
WATER IN THE BARREL.

When you replace the unloading filter in its
place, make sure that it is correctly positioned
and tight, in order to avoid water leakage or
removal by children.

The water inlet hose filter

If it takes longer to fill up the washing machine it
is time to check the water inlet hose filter which
may be clogged. Turn off the water tap. Unscrew
the fixing nut of the inlet hose. Remove the filter
from the electrovalve and clean it with a hard
bristle brush and replace it. Screw on the nut
tightly.

AL010

AL011

AL012

P0040

P0090

P0021

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SERVICING

The appliance does not start up

The machine does not fill

The machine empties as it fills

The machine does not drain or spin

The machine leaks or overflows

The machine vibrates or is noisy

Check if the door is closed properly.
Check if the appliance is plugged in.
Check the fuse.
Check if the program dial is in the correct
position.

Check if the water tap is on.
Check if the tap is clogged.
Check if the inlet hose is bent.
Check if the water inlet filter is clogged.

The end of the drain hose is too low (see
page. 24)

Check if the drain hose is bent or squashed.
Check if the drain filter is clogged.
Check if the selected program includes
spinning.
Check if the ‘Rinse Hold’ button is pressed.
Re-load the laundry loosely

Too much detergent.
Unsuitable detergent.
Check the joints for leaks . It is rather difficult
to see the water running through a hose.

Check if all transport devices have been
removed.
Check if the appliance touches the walls or
furniture.
Check if the feet are adequately levelled
and the nuts tight.

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Problem Possible solution

RATING PLATE

If, after above checks, there is still a fault, call
your Local Service Centre.
Please, make sure you give the purchasing date
and the Model, Product number (Prod.No…) and
Serial number (Ser. No…) of the appliance.

(These data will be found in the adhesive card
behind the door above the gasket).

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Before contacting your local Service Force Centre, check your machine against the simple
maintenance guidelines given below.

Rating plate

Mod. ..........

Prod. No. ...........

Ser. No. .........

Mod. ..........

Prod. No. ...........

P0042

Ser. No. .........

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