Zanussi Zkg 2125 User Manual

							Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay
the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several
times.
Dried grease stains: moisten with turpentine, lay the gar-
ment on a soft surface and dab the stain with the fingertips
and a cotton cloth.
Rust: oxalic acid dissolved in hot water or a rust removing
product used cold. Be careful with rust stains which are
not recent since the cellulose structure will already have
been damaged and the fabric tends to hole.
Mould stains: treat with bleach, rinse well (whites and fast
coloureds only).
Grass: soap lightly and treat with bleach (whites and fast
coloureds only).
Ball point pen and glue: moisten with acetone
1), lay the
garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain.
Lipstick: moisten with acetone as above, then treat stains
with methylated spirits. Treat any residual marks with
bleach.
Red wine: soak in water and detergent, rinse and treat with
acetic or citric acid, then rinse. Treat any residual marks
with bleach.
Ink: depending on the type of ink, moisten the fabric first
with acetone
1), then with acetic acid; treat any residual
marks on white fabrics with bleach and then rinse thor-
oughly.
Tar stains: first treat with stain remover, methylated spirits
or benzine, then rub with detergent paste.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the choice of de-
tergent and use of the correct quantities to avoid waste
and protect the environment.
Although biodegradable, detergents contain substances
which, in large quantities, can upset the delicate balance
of nature.
The choice of detergent will depend on the type of fabric
(delicates, woollens, cottons, etc.), the colour, washing
temperature and degree of soiling.
All commonly available washing machine detergents may
be used in this appliance:
• powder detergents for all types of fabric
• powder detergents for delicate fabrics (60°C max) and
woollens
• liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash
programmes (60°C max) for all types of fabric, or spe-
cial for woollens only.
The detergent and any additives must be placed in the
appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before
starting the wash programme.
If using liquid detergents, a programme without prewash
must be selected.
Your appliance incorporates a recirculation system which
allows an optimal use of the concentrated detergent.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on
quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in
the detergent dispenser drawer .
Quantity of detergent to be used
The type and quantity of detergent will depend on the type
of fabric, load size, degree of soiling and hardness of the
water used.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions on quan-
tities to use.
Use less detergent if:
• you are washing a small load
• the laundry is lightly soiled
• large amounts of foam form during washing.
Degrees of water hardness
Water hardness is classified in so-called “degrees” of
hardness. Information on hardness of the water in your
area can be obtained from the relevant water supply com-
pany, or from your local authority. If the water hardness
degree is medium or high we suggest you to add a water
softener following always the manufacturer’s instructions.
When the degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity
of the detergent.
Drying Hints
Preparing the drying cycle
As a dryer, the appliance works on the condensation prin-
ciple.
Therefore, the water tap must be open and the drain hose
must drain water into a sink or into the drain pipe, even
during the drying cycle.
Attention!
1) do not use acetone on artificial silk
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							Before starting the drying programme, reduce the loads
of washed laundry, in order to obtain good performances.
Laundry not suitable for drying
• Particularly delicate items such as synthetic curtains,
woollen and silk, garments with metal inserts, nylon
stockings, bulky garments such as anoraks, bed cov-
ers, quilts, sleeping bags and duvets must not be ma-
chine dried.
• Avoid drying dark clothes with light coloured fluffy
items such as towels as these can attract the fluff.
• Remove the laundry when the appliance has finished
drying.
• To avoid a static charge when drying is completed, use
either a fabric softener when you are washing the laun-
dry or a fabric conditioner specifically for tumble dry-
ers.
• Garments padded with foam-rubber or materials sim-
ilar to foam-rubber must not be machine dried; they
represent a fire hazard.
• Also, fabrics containing residue of setting lotions or
hair sprays, nail solvents or similar solutions must not
be machine dried in order to avoid the formation of
harmful vapours.
The detergent and any additives must be placed in the
appropriate compartments of the dispenser drawer before
starting the wash programme.
If using liquid detergents, a programme without prewash
must be selected.
Your appliance incorporates a re-circulation system
which allows an optimal use of the concentrated deter-
gent.
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on
quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in
the detergent dispenser drawer .
Garment labels
For drying, follow the indications given on the manufac-
turer’s labels:
•
 = May be tumble dried
•
 = Drying at high temperature
•
 = Drying at reduced temperature
•
 = Do not tumble dry.
Drying cycle duration
The drying time may vary depending on:
• speed of the final spin
• dryness degree required (iron dry, store dry)
• type of laundry
• weight of the load size .
The average drying time for a timed drying are indicated
in the «Drying programmes» chapter. The experience will
help you to dry your laundry in a more suitable way, ac-
cording to the different fabrics. Take note of the duration
drying time of the already performed cycles.
Additional drying
If the laundry is still damp at the end of the drying pro-
gramme, select a short drying cycle again.
Warning!  Do not over dry the laundry in order to
avoid creasing of fabrics or garment’s shrinking.
First use
• Ensure that the electrical and water connections
comply with the installation instructions.
• Remove the polystyrene block and any material from
the drum.
• Pour 2 liters of water into the main wash compartment
 of the detergent drawer in order to activate the
ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at the highest tem-
perature 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 and start the machine.
Personalisation
Acoustic signals
The machine is provided with an acoustic device, which
sounds in the following cases:
• at the end of the cycle
• if there is a fault.
By pressing the 3 and 4 buttons simultaneously for about
6 seconds , the acoustic signal is deactivated (except if
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							there is a fault). By pressing these 2 buttons again, the
acoustic signal is reactivated.
Child safety lock
This device permits you to leave the appliance unattended
and not to worry that children might be injured by or cause
damage to the appliance. This function remains enabled
also when the washing machine is not working.
There are two different ways to set this option:
1. Before pressing button 7 : it will be impossible to start
the machine.
2. After pressing button 7 : it will be impossible to
change any other programme or option.
To enable or disable this option press simultaneously for
about 6 seconds buttons 2 and 3 until on the display, the
icon 
 appears or disappears.
Daily Use
Load the laundry
Open the door by carefully
pulling the door handle
outwards. Place the laun-
dry in the drum, one item
at a time, shaking them out
as much as possible.
Close the door.
Measure out the detergent and the fabric softener
Pull out the dispenser drawer until it stops. Measure
out the amount of detergent required, pour it into the
main wash compartment 
 or in the appropriate com-
partment if the selected programme/option it requires
(see more details in Detergent dispenser drawer).
If required, pour fabric softener into the compartment
marked 
 (the amount used must not exceed the
«MAX» mark in the drawer). Close the drawer gently.
Select the required programme by means of the
programme selector dial (1)
Turn the programme selector dial to the required pro-
gramme.
The green pilot light of button 7 starts to flash. The selector
dial can be turned either clockwise or anticlockwise.
Turn the selector dial to position  to reset the pro-
gramme/to switch the machine OFF.
At the end of the programme the selector dial must be
turned to position 
 , to switch the machine off.
Important!  If you turn the programme selector dial to
another programme when the machine is working, the red
pilot light of button 7 will blink 3 times and the message
Err is displayed to indicate a wrong selection. The
machine will not perform the new selected programme.
Select the spin speed by pressing button 2
When selecting a programme, the appliance proposes
automatically the maximum spin speed provided for that
programme. (See Washing programmes for the maxi-
mum allowed spin speed).
Press this button repeatedly to change the spin speed, if
you want your laundry to be spun at a different speed. The
relevant pilot light illuminates.
Select the available options by pressing the buttons
5 and 6
Depending on the programme, different options can be
combined. These must be selected after choosing the de-
sired programme and before starting the programme.
When these buttons are pressed, the corresponding pilot
lights illuminate. When they are pressed again, the pilot
lights go out. If an incorrect option is selected, the inte-
grated red pilot light of the button 7 flashes 3 times and
the message Err is displayed.
For the compatibility among the washing programmes
and the options see chapter «Washing programmes» .
Start the programme by pressing button 7
To start the selected programme, press this button; the
corresponding green pilot light stops blinking.
The pilot light 9 illuminates to indicate that the appliance
starts operating and the door is locked.
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							If you have chosen a delayed start, the machine will begin
the countdown.
Important!  If an incorrect option is selected, the message
Err  is displayed for a few seconds and the red pilot light
of this button blinks 3 times.
Select the Delay Start by pressing button 8
Before you start the programme, if you wish to delay the
start, press this button to select the desired delay.
The selected delay time value will appear on the display
for a few seconds, then the duration of the programme
will appear again.
You must select this option after you have set the pro-
gramme and before you start the programme.
You can cancel or modify the delay time at any moment,
before you press button 7 .
Selecting the delay start :
1. Select the programme and the required options.
2. Select the delay start by pressing button 8 .
3. Press button 7 :
- the machine starts its hourly countdown.
- the programme will start after the selected delay has
expired.
Cancelling the Delay Start after having started the pro-
gramme:
1. Set the washing machine to PAUSE by pressing but-
ton 7 .
2.
Press button 8 once. On the display will appear 
  .
3. Press button 7 again to start the programme.
Important! 
• The selected delay can be changed only after selecting
the washing programme again.
• The door will be locked throughout the delay time. If
you need to open the door, you must first set the wash-
ing machine to PAUSE by pressing button 7 and wait
a few minutes before opening the door. After you have
closed the door, press the same button again.
Important!  The Delay Start cannot be selected with the
draining programme.
Altering an option or a running programme
It is possible to change some options before the pro-
gramme carries them out.
Before you make any change, you must pause the washing
machine by pressing button 7 .
Changing a running programme is possible only by re-
setting it. Turn the programme selector dial to 
 and
then to the new programme position. Start the new pro-
gramme by pressing button 7 again.
The washing water in the tub will be not emptied out.
Interrupting a programme
Press the button 7 to interrupt a programme which is
running, the corresponding pilot light starts blinking.
Press the button again to restart the programme.
Cancelling a programme
Turn the selector dial to  to cancel a programme which
is running. Now you can select a new programme.
Opening the door after the programme has started
First set the machine to pause by pressing the button 7 .
If the pilot light 9 goes off, the door can be opened.
If the pilot light 9 remains lit, this means that the machine
is already heating or that the water level is too high. In
any case, do not force the door!
If you cannot open the door but you need to open it, switch
the machine off by turning the selector dial to 
 . After
a few minutes the door can be opened.
(Pay attention to the water level and temperature!).
After closing the door, it is necessary to select the pro-
gramme and options again and to press button 7 .
At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically. The blinking  appears
on the display, the pilot light of button 7 and the pilot light
9 go off.
If a programme or an option that ends with water left in
the tub has been selected, the pilot light 9 remains on and
the door is locked to indicate that the water must be emp-
tied out before opening the door.
Follow the below instructions to empty out the water:
1.
Turn the programme selector dial to 
 .
2. Select the draining or spinning programme.
3. Reduce the spin speed if needed, by pressing the
relevant button.
4. Press button 7 .
At the end of the programme, the door is released and can
be opened. Turn the programme selector dial to 
 to
switch the machine off.
Remove the laundry from the drum and carefully check
that the drum is empty. If you do not intend to carry out
another wash, close the water tap. Leave the door open to
prevent the formation of mildew and unpleasant smells.
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							Stand By : If your laundry is not removed within 10 mi-
nutes after the programme is finished, the back light of
the display switches off and the energy saving system will
be enabled. Only the pilot light of the button 7 is blinkingto indicate that the appliance has to be switched off. By
pressing any button the appliance will come out from the
energy saving status and you can set another programme
or switch the appliance off.
Use - Drying
Drying only
The recommended load size is 3 kg for cottons and linen,
and 2 kg for synthetic items.
Note! By pressing Drying Time button it is also possible
to dry up to 4 kg of cotton items (see the «Drying Pro-
gramme» table).
The water tap must be open and the drain hose must be
positioned in the sink or connected to the drain pipe.
1. Load the laundry.
2. Select a spin cycle at the maximum spin speed al-
lowed for the type of laundry in order to obtain the
best drying performances.
3. Select the drying programme for Cottons or Synthetic
in the Drying sector of the programme selector dial.
4. If you wish to select an electronic drying, press the
button 3 until the pilot light corresponding to the re-
quired dryness degree illuminates.
5. If you wish to select a timed drying, press button 4
until the time you want appears on the display (see
the «Drying Programmes» table). Every time you
press this button the drying time increases by 5 mi-
nutes.
Note!
The programme time will automatically increase by a
few minutes.
6. Press button 7 to start the programme.
After the programme has started, the time remaining
is updated every minute.
Note!
The different type of cottons (towelling, sheets, shirts,
and so on) or any laundry items rolling up during the
spinning phase may result in partial dryness. In the
exceptional case that at the end of the cycle the laun-
dry remains slightly wet, we suggest that you unfold
the rolled up items, redistribute them evenly in the
drum and select an additional drying cycle of 20-30
minutes.
7. At the end of the programme, the buzzer sounds and
a blinking « 
 » appear on the display.
The last 10 minutes of the drying cycle correspond
to an anti-crease phase. During this time the door is
locked and the display keeps showing the flashing
zero « 
 ».
Note!
If you wish to open the door before or during the anti-
crease phase or to interrupt it, press any button or
turn the programme selector dial to any programme
position (except  
  ), the door can be opened after
a few minutes.
8.
Turn the selector dial to the  
  position to switch
the machine off.
9. Remove the laundry.
Automatic washing and drying (NON-STOP programme)
For NON-STOP programmes, the recommended load size
is 3 kg for cotton and 2 kg for synthetic.
Note! It is possible to dry up to 4 kg of cotton items by
pressing Drying Time button only (see the «Drying Pro-
gramme» table).
Do not use a dosing device/ball when carrying out a
washing and drying programme.
1. Load the laundry.
2. Add detergent and fabric softener.
3. Switch the machine on by turning the selector dial to
the selected washing programme/fabric.
4. Select the required options by pressing the relevant
buttons.
Note!
If possible, do not select a spin speed lower than that
proposed by the appliance to avoid too long a drying
time therefore saving energy.
In any case the reduction of the spin speed is only
possible after selecting drying.
5. Select the drying time by pressing the button 4 or
dryness degree by pressing the button 3 . The display
shows the entire duration of the washing and the se-
lected drying cycle.
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							6. Start the programme by pressing button 7 . After the
programme has started, the time remaining is upda-
ted every minute.
7. At the end of the programme the buzzer sounds. A
flashing zero « 
 » appear on the display. At this
point of the programme, starts an anti-crease phase
which lasts about 10 minutes. During this time the
door is locked and the display keeps showing the
flashing zero «  ». (If you wish to open the door
before or during the anti-crease phase, please follow
the instructions given in the previous chapter).
8.
Turn the selector dial to the  
  position to switch
the machine off.
9. Remove the laundry.
Care and cleaning
Warning!  You must DISCONNECT the appliance
from the electricity supply, before you can carry out
any cleaning or maintenance work.
Descaling
The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea
to periodically use a water softening powder in the ma-
chine. Do this separately from any laundry washing, and
according to the softening powder manufacturers in-
structions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime
deposits.
External cleaning
Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and
water only, and then dry thoroughly.
Cleaning the dispenser drawer
The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer
should be cleaned regularly.
Remove the drawer by
pressing the catch down-
wards and by pulling it
out. Flush it out under a
tap, to remove any traces
of accumulated powder.To aid cleaning, the top
part of the additive com-
partment should be re-
moved.
Cleaning the drawer recess
Having removed the draw-
er, use a small brush to
clean the recess, ensuring
that all washing powder
residue is removed from
the upper and lower part of
the recess.
Replace the drawer and run the rinse programme with-
out any clothes in the drum.
Drain pump
The pump should be inspected regularly and particularly
if:
• the machine does not empty and/or spin
• the machine makes an unusual noise during draining
due to objects such as safety pins, coins etc. blocking
the pump.
Proceed as follows:
• disconnect the appliance.
• if necessary wait until the water has cooled down.
1
2
Open the pump door lev-
ering on the groove with a
coin (or with the suitable
tool, that you can find in
the bag containing the in-
struction booklet, de-
pending on the model).
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							Place a bowl with a small
edge close to the pump to
collect any spillage.
Pull out the emergency
emptying cap from the fil-
ter cover, using a pliers.
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When no more water
comes out, unscrew the
pump cover, using a pli-
ers, and remove the filter.
Always keep a rag nearby
to dry up spillage of water
when removing the cover.
Remove any objects from
the pump impeller by ro-
tating it.
Replace the filter into the pump paying attention to in-
sert it properly. When done, screw it firmly.
Replace the emergency
emptying cap into the filter
cover and fix it firmly.
Close the pump door.
Warning!  When the appliance is in use and
depending on the programme selected there can be
hot water in the pump. Never remove the pump cover
during a wash cycle, always wait until the appliance has
finished the cycle, and is empty. When replacing the
cover, ensure it is securely re-tightened so as to stop leaks
and young children being able to remove it.
Cleaning the water inlet filters
Important!  If the appliance doesnt fill, takes long to fill
water, the starting button blinks yellow or the display (if
available) shows the relevant alarm (see chapter What to
do if... for more details), check if the water inlet filters are
blocked .
To clean the water inlet filters:
• Turn off the water tap.
• Unscrew the hose from
the tap.
• Clean the filter in the
hose with a stiff brush.
• Screw the hose back onto the tap. Make sure the
connection is tight.
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							• Unscrew the hose from the machine. Keep a rug
nearby because some water may flow.
• Clean the filter in the valve with a stiff brush or with
the piece of cloth.
35°
45°
• Screw the hose back to the machine and make sure
the connection is tight.
• Turn on the water tap.
Frost precaution
If the machine is exposed to temperatures below 0°C,
certain precautions should be taken.
• Turn off the water tap.
• Unscrew the inlet hose.
• Place the end of the inlet hose in a bowl placed on the
floor, open the emergency emptying cap of the filter
and let water drain out.
• Refit the emergency emptying cap into the filter and
screw the water inlet hose back.
• When you intend to start the machine up again, make
sure that the room temperature is above 0°C.
Emergency emptying out
If the water is not discharged, proceed as follows to empty
out the machine:
• pull out the plug from the power socket;
• close the water tap;
• if necessary, wait until the water has cooled down;
• open the pump door;
• place a bowl on the floor. Remove the emergency emp-
tying cap from the filter. The water should drain by
gravity into the bowl. When the bowl is full, refit the
emergency emptying cap into the filter. Empty the bowl.
Repeat the procedure until water stops flowing out;
• clean the pump if necessary as previously described;
• screw the pump cover again and close the door.
Important!  Every time you drain the water through the
emergency emptying hose you must pour 2 litres of water
into the main wash compartment of the detergent drawer
and then run the drain programme. This will activate the
ECO Valve device avoiding that part of the detergent
remains unused at next washing.
What to do if…
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
Centre, please carry out the checks listed below.
During machine operation it is possible that the red pilot
light of button 7 blinks, one of the following alarm codes
appears on the display and some acoustic signals sound
every 20 seconds to indicate that the machine is not
working:• : problem with the water supply.
•
 : problem with the water draining.
•
 : door open.
Once the problem has been eliminated, press the button
7 to restart the programme. If after all checks, the problem
persists, contact your local Service Centre.
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							ProblemPossible cause/Solution
The machine does not start:
The door has not been closed. 
• Close the door firmly.
The plug is not properly inserted in the power socket.
• Insert the plug into the power socket.
There is no power at the socket.
• Please check your domestic electrical installation.
The main fuse has blown.
• Replace the fuse.
The selector dial is not correctly positioned and the button 7 has not been
pressed.
• Please turn the selector dial and press the button 7 again.
The delay start has been selected.
• If the laundry are to be washed immediately, cancel the delay start.
The Child Safety Lock has been activated.
• Deactivate the Child Safety Lock.
The machine does not fill:
The water tap is closed. 
• Open the water tap.
The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. 
• Check the inlet hose connection.
The filter in the inlet hose or the inlet valve filter are blocked. 
• Clean the water inlet filters. (See Cleaning the water inlet filters for more
details).
The door is not properly closed. 
• Close the door firmly.
The machine does not empty and/or
does not spin:
The drain hose is squashed or kinked. 
• Check the drain hose connection.
The drain filter is clogged. 
• Clean the drain filter.
An option or a programme that ends with the water still in the tub or a that
eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected.
• Select the draining or spinning programme.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
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							ProblemPossible cause/Solution
There is water on the floor:
Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much foam) has been
used.
• Reduce the detergent quantity or use another one.
Check whether there are any leaks from one of the inlet hose fittings. It is not
always easy to see this as the water runs down the hose; check to see if it is
damp.
• Check the water inlet hose connection.
The drain or inlet hose is damaged.
• Replace it with a new one.
The emergency emptying cap has not been replaced into the filter or the filter
has not been properly screwed in after cleaning action.
• Refit the emergency emptying cap into the filter or screw the filter fully in.
Unsatisfactory washing results:
Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used.
• Increase the detergent quantity or use another one.
Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing.
• Use commercial products to treat the stubborn stains.
The correct temperature was not selected.
• Check if you have selected the correct temperature.
Excessive laundry load.
• Reduce the laundry load.
The door will not open:
The programme is still running.
• Wait the end of washing cycle.
The door lock has not been released.
• Wait until the pilot light 9  goes off.
There is water in the drum.
• Select drain or spin programme to empty out the water.
The machine vibrates is noisy:
The transit bolts and packing have not been removed.
• Check the correct installation of the appliance.
The support feet have not been adjusted
• Check the correct levelling of the appliance.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
• Redistribute the laundry.
Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum.
• Load more laundry.
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