Zanussi ZWF 81440W User Manual

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ZWF 81440W

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Washing Machine

SAFETY INFORMATION

Before the installation and use of the appliance, carefully read the
supplied instructions. The manufacturer is not responsible for any
injuries or damages that are the result of incorrect installation or
usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible
location for future reference.

CHILDREN AND VULNERABLE PEOPLE SAFETY

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and

above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have
been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.

• Children between 3 and 8 years of age and persons with very

extensive and complex disabilities shall be kept away unless
continuously supervised.

• Children of less than 3 years of age should be kept away

unless continuously supervised.

• Do not let children play with the appliance.

• Keep all packaging away from children and dispose of it

appropriately.

• Keep detergents away from children.

• Keep children and pets away from the appliance when the door

is open.

• If the appliance has a child safety device, it should be activated.

• Children shall not carry out cleaning and user maintenance of

the appliance without supervision.

GENERAL SAFETY

• Do not change the specification of this appliance.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar

applications such as:

– staff kitchen areas in shops, offices and other working

environments;

– by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other

residential type environments;

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– areas for communal use in blocks of flats or in launderettes.

• Do not exceed the maximum load of 8 kg (refer to the

"Programme chart" chapter).

• The operating water pressure at the water entry point from the

outlet connection must be between 0.5 bar (0.05 MPa) and 8
bar (0.8 MPa).

• The ventilation opening in the base must not be covered by a

carpet, mat, or any floor covering.

• The appliance must be connected to the water mains using the

new supplied hose sets, or other new hose sets supplied by
the Authorised Service Centre.

• Old hose sets must not be reused.

• If the mains power supply cable is damaged, it must be

replaced by the manufacturer, its Authorised Service Centre or
similarly qualified persons to avoid an electrical hazard.

• Before any maintenance operation, deactivate the appliance

and disconnect the mains plug from the socket.

• Do not use high pressure water sprays and/or steam to clean

the appliance.

• Clean the appliance with a moist cloth. Use only neutral

detergents. Do not use abrasive products, abrasive cleaning
pads, solvents or metal objects.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

INSTALLATION

The installation must comply with
relevant national regulations.

• Remove all the packaging and the transit bolts
including rubber bush with plastic spacer.

• Keep the transit bolts in a safe place. If the
appliance is to be moved in the future they must
be reattached to lock the drum to prevent an
internal damage.

• Always take care when moving the appliance as
it is heavy. Always use safety gloves and
enclosed footwear.

• Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

• Follow the installation instructions supplied with
the appliance.

• Do not install or use the appliance where the
temperature can be less than 0°C or where it is
exposed to the weather.

• The floor area on which the appliance is to be
installed must be flat, stable, heat resistant and
clean.

• Make sure that there is air circulation between
the appliance and the floor.

• When the appliance is in its permanent position,
check if it is levelled correctly with the aid of a
spirit level. If it is not, adjust the feet accordingly.

• Do not install the appliance directly above a
floor drain.

• Do not spray water on the appliance and do not
expose it to excessive humidity.

• Do not install the appliance where the appliance
door cannot be fully opened.

• Do not put a closed container to collect
possible water leakage under the appliance.
Contact the Authorised Service Centre to
ensure which accessories can be used.

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ELECTRICAL CONNECTION

WARNING! Risk of fire and electric

shock.

• The appliance must be earthed.

• Always use a correctly installed shockproof
socket.

• Make sure that the parameters on the rating
plate are compatible with the electrical ratings
of the mains power supply.

• Do not use multi-plug adapters and extension
cables.

• Make sure not to cause damage to the mains
plug and to the mains cable. Should the mains
cable need to be replaced, this must be carried
out by our Authorised Service Centre.

• Connect the mains plug to the mains socket
only at the end of the installation. Make sure that
there is access to the mains plug after the
installation.

• Do not touch the mains cable or the mains plug
with wet hands.

• Do not pull the mains cable to disconnect the
appliance. Always pull the mains plug.

• UK and Ireland only. This appliance is fitted with
a 13 A mains plug. If it is necessary to change
the mains plug fuse, use only a 13 A ASTA (BS

1362) fuse.

• This appliance complies with the E.E.C.
Directives.

WATER CONNECTION

• Do not cause damage to the water hoses.

• Before connection to new pipes, pipes not used
for a long time, where repair work has been
carried out or new devices fitted (water meters,
etc.), let the water flow until it is clean and clear.

• Ensure that there are no visible water leaks
during and after the first use of the appliance.

• Do not use an extension hose if the inlet hose is
too short. Contact the Authorised Service
Centre for the replacement of the inlet hose.

• It is possible to see water flowing from the drain
hose. This is due to the testing of the appliance
with the use of water in the factory.

• You can extend the drain hose to maximum 400
cm. Contact the Authorised Service Centre for
the other drain hose and the extension.

USE

WARNING! Risk of injury, electric

shock, fire, burns or damage to the
appliance.

• Follow the safety instructions on the detergent
packaging.

• Do not put flammable products or items that are
wet with flammable products in, near or on the
appliance.

• Make sure that all metal objects are removed
from the laundry.

• Do not wash fabrics which are heavily soiled
with oil, grease or other greasy substances. It
can damage rubber parts of the washing
machine. Prewash such fabrics by hand before
loading them into the washing machine.

• Do not touch the glass door while a programme
is in operation. The glass can get hot.

SERVICE

• To repair the appliance contact an Authorised
Service Centre.

• Use original spare parts only.

DISPOSAL

WARNING! Risk of injury or

suffocation.

• Disconnect the appliance from the mains
electrical and water supplies.

• Cut off the mains electrical cable close to the
appliance and dispose of it.

• Remove the door catch to prevent children or
pets from becoming trapped in the drum.

• Dispose of the appliance in accordance with
local requirements for the disposal of Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

APPLIANCE OVERVIEW

1 2 3

5

6

4

1

Worktop

2

Detergent dispenser

3

Control panel

4

Door handle

5

Rating plate

6

Feet for levelling the appliance

INSTALLATION ON SUSPENDED FLOORING

Suspended wooden floors are particularly
susceptible to vibration.

To limit vibration we recommend placing a
waterproof wooden panel, at least 15 mm thick,
under the appliance. It should be screwed to at
least 2 floor beams and should extend beyond the
front feet.

If possible, install the appliance where the floor is
more stable.

CHILD SAFETY

This device prevents children or pets to be closed
in the drum.

• Turn the device clock­wise, until the groove
is horizontal.
You cannot close the
door.

• To close the door,
turn the device anti­clockwise until the
groove is vertical.

FIXING PLATE KIT (4055171146)

Available from your authorised dealer.
If you install the appliance on a plinth, secure the

appliance in the fixing plates.
Read carefully the instructions supplied with the

accessory.

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SPECIAL FEATURES

Your new washing machine meets all modern
requirements for an effective treatment of laundry
with low water, energy and detergent consumption
and will care for fabrics.

This appliance is designed with a self cleaning
draining system, allowing light fluff fibers that fall

off the clothes to be drained out with the water, in
such a way that there is no need to access this
area for regular maintenance and cleaning.

CONTROL PANEL DESCRIPTION

90°

60°

40°

30°

Start/Pause

3h

6h

9h

Delay Start

Temp

Spin

Quick

Cotton

Cotton ECO

Synthetics

Delicates

Wool/
Handwash

Jeans

Rinse

Spin

Refresh

20min

Duvets

Drain

Easy Iron

Mix 20°

2 3

5 467

1

1

Programme knob

2

Delay Start button (Delay Start)

3

Indicators

4

Start/Pause button (Start/Pause)

5

Super Quick button (Quick)

6

Automatic spin reduction and Rinse Hold

7

Temperature button (Temp)

INDICATORS

- Washing phase
The indicator comes on after pressing the Start
button. This means the appliance is operating.

- Extra rinse
The indicator comes on when the appliance
performs the extra rinse phase.

- End of cycle
The indicator comes on when the programme
is completed.

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