Zanussi Zwf 385 User Manual

							Washing hints
Sorting the laundry
Follow the wash code symbols on each
garment label and the manufacturer’s washing
instructions. Sort the laundry as follows: whites,
coloureds, synthetics, delicates, woolen.
Temperatures
Before loading the laundry
Never wash whites and coloureds together.
Whites may lose their «whiteness» in the
wash.
New coloured items may run in the first wash;
they should therefore be washed separately
the first time.
Make sure that no metal objects are left in
the laundry (e.g. hair clips, safety pins,
pins). Button up pillowcases, close zip
fasteners, hooks and poppers. Tie any belts
or long tapes.
Remove persistent stains before washing. 
Rub particularly soiled areas with a special
detergent or detergent paste.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks
or tie them up in a bag or net.
Maximum loads
Recommended loads are indicated in the
programme charts.
General rules:
Cotton, linen:drum full but not too tightly
packed;
Synthetics:drum no more than half full;
Delicate fabrics and woolen:drum no more
than one third full.
Washing a maximum load makes the most
efficient use of water and energy.
For heavily soiled laundry, reduce the load
size.
Laundry weights
The following weights are indicative:
Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed by just
water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to
treat them prior to washing.
Blood:treat fresh stains with cold water. For
dried stains, soak overnight in water with a
special detergent then rub in the soap and
water.
90° or 95°for normally soiled white cottons
and linen (e.g. tea cloths, towels,
tablecloths, sheets...)
50°/60°
for normally soiled, colour fast
garments (e.g. shirts, night
dresses, pyjamas....) in linen,
cotton or synthetic fibres and for
lightly soiled white cotton (e.g.
underwear).
30°-40°
for delicate items (e.g. net
curtains), mixed laundry including
synthetic fibres and woolen
bearing the label «pure new wool,
machine washable, non-shrink».1200 gbathrobe 
100 gnapkin
700 gquilt cover
500 gsheet
200 gpillow case
250 gtablecloth
200 gtowelling towel
100 gtea cloth
200 gnight dress
100 gladies’ briefs
600 gman’s work shirt
200 gman’s shirt
500 gman’s pyjamas
100 gblouse
100 gmen’s underpants
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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 garment 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 (*), lay the garment on a soft cloth and
dab the stain.
Lipstick:moisten with acetone as above, then
treat stains with methylated spirits. Remove
any residual marks from white fabrics 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 (*), then with acetic
acid; treat any residual marks on white fabrics
with bleach and then rinse thoroughly.
Tar stains:first treat with stain remover,
methylated spirits or benzine, then rub with
detergent paste.
(*) do not use acetone on artificial silk.
Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the
choice of detergent 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, woolen, 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 woolen,
●liquid detergents, preferably for low
temperature wash programmes (60°C max)
for all types of fabric, or special for woolen
only.
The detergent and any additives must be
placed in the appropriate compartments of the
dispenser drawer before starting the wash
programme.
If using concentrated powder or liquid
detergents, a programme withoutprewash
must be selected.
The washing machine incorporates a
recirculation system which allows an optimal
use of the concentrated detergent.
Pour liquid detergent into the dispenser drawer
compartment marked just beforestarting
the programme.
Any fabric softener or starching additives must
be poured into the compartment marked 
before starting the wash programme.
Follow the product manufacturer’s
recommendations on quantities to use and do
not exceed the «MAX» mark in the
detergent dispenser drawer.
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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.
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
company, or from your local authority.
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions
on quantities to use.
Degrees of water hardness
Follow the product manufacturers’ instructions
on quantities to use.
Level
Degrees
German
°dHFrench
°T.H.Characteristic
10-70-15soft
28-1416-25medium
315-2126-37hard
4> 21 > 37very hard
Before the first use
WARNING!
Ensure that the electrical and water
connections comply with the installation
instructions.
IMPORTANT!
Remove the polystyrene block and any
material from the drum.
IMPORTANT!
We recommend you to pour 2 litres of water into
the main wash compartment 
,of the
detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO
valve. Than 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
dispenser drawer and start the machine.
Use less detergent if:
●you are washing a small load,
●the laundry is lightly soiled,
●large amounts of foam form during washing.
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Operating sequence
Load the laundry
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 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 
and, if you wish to carry out a programme with
the prewash, pour it into the compartment
marked .
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 programme. 
The green light of button
6starts to flash.
It can be turned either clockwise or
anticlockwise. 
On position «O»the programme is reset and
the machine is switched OFF.
At the end of the programme the selector
dial must be turned to position «O», to
switch the machine off.
ATTENTION!
If you turn the programme selector dial to
another programme when the machine is
working, the redpilot light of button will flash 3
times to indicate a wrong selection. The
machine will not perform the new selected
programme.
Select the required temperature by means
of the temperature selector dial 
(2)
Turn the programme selector dial to the
required temperature. It is possible to select a
temperature from 95°C to Cold.
For the maximum temperature allowedby
each programme, refer to the section
«Programmes table». 
Select the spin speed or Rinse Hold option
by pressing button 
3
The relevant light will light up.
When selecting a programme, the light
corresponding to the maximum speed allowed
for that programme will illuminate (refer to the
section «Programme table»for the maximum
allowed spin speed).
Select the desired option by means of
buttons 
4and 5
Depending on the programme, different
functions can be combined. These must be
selected after choosing the desired programme
and before pressing the button 
6.
For the compatibility of the options with the
washing programmes, refer to the section
«Programme table».
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Start the programme by pressing button6
To start the selected programme, press this
button; the corresponding green pilot light
stops flashing.
On programme progress display the pilot light
Ailluminates to indicate that the appliance
starts operating and the door is locked.
IMPORTANT!
If an option which is not compatible with the set
wash programme is selected, the redlight of
this button flashes for 3 times.
Altering an option or a running programme
It is possible to change any option before the
programme carries it out. 
Before you make any change, you must pause
the washing machine by pressing the button 
6.
Changing a running programme is possible
only by resetting it. Turn the programme
selector dial to «O» and then to the new
programme position. Start the new programme
by depressing the button 
6again.
The washing water in the tub will not empty
out. 
Interrupting a programme
Press the button 
6to interrupt a programme
which is running, the corresponding light starts
to flash. Press the button again to restart the
programme.
Cancelling a programme
Turn the selector dial to «O» 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 
6.
After some minutes, the door can be opened.
If the machine is already heating, that the
water level is above the bottom edge of the
door, the door cannot be opened.
If you cannot open the door but you need to
open it you have to switch the machine off by
turning the selector dial to «O». After few
minutes the door can be opened 
(Pay attention to the water level and
temperature!).
After this procedure, it will be necessary to set
the programme and the options again and then
press the button 
6.
At the end of the programme
The machine stops automatically. 
The pilot light of button 
6 goes off while the
phase light 
Cilluminates. The door can be
opened.
If at the end of a programme there is water in
the tub, to empty out the water follow the
following instructions:
●turn the programme selector dial to «O»
●select the «Drain» or «Spin» programme
●reduce the spin speed if needed, by means
of the relevant button
●press button 6
At the end of the cycle, turn the programme
selector dial to «O» 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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							IMPORTANT!
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 machine. Do this
separately from any laundry washing, and
according to the softening powder
manufacturers instructions. This will help to
prevent the formation of lime deposits.
Maintenance Wash
With the use of low temperature washes it is
possible to get a build up of residues inside the
drum. 
We recommend that a maintenance wash be
performed on a regular basis.
To run a maintenance wash:
●The drum should be empty of laundry.
●Select the hottest cotton wash programme.
●Use a normal measure of detergent, must be
a powder with biological properties.
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.
To aid cleaning, the top part of the additive
compartment should be removed.
Remove the drawer by pressing the catch
downwards and by pulling it out. Flush it out
under a tap, to remove any traces of
accumulated powder.
Cleaning the drawer recess
Having removed the
drawer, 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 without any clothes in the drum.
Cleaning the pump
The pump should be inspected 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. 
●Open the pump
door.
●Place a container
close to the pump to
collect any spillage.
●Pull out the
emergency emptying
hose, place it in the
container and remove its cap.
●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.
Care and cleaning
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●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.
IMPORTANT!
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
retightened so as to stop leaks and young
children being able to remove it.
Cleaning the water inlet filter
If your water is very hard or contains traces of
lime deposit, the water inlet filter may become
clogged. It is therefore a good idea to clean it
from time to time.
Turn off the water tap.
Unscrew the water
inlet hose. Clean the
filter using a hard
bristle brush. 
Tighten up the inlet
hose. 
The dangers of freezing
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 emergency emptying
hose and that of the inlet hose in a bowl
placed on the floor and let water drain out.
●Screw the water inlet hose back on and
reposition the emergency emptying hose
after having put the cap on again.
●When you intend to start the machine up
again, make sure that the room temperature
is above 0°C.
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.
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 and place the end
of the emergency emptying hose into the
bowl. Remove its cap. The water should
drain by gravity into the bowl. When the bowl
is full, put the cap back on the hose. Empty
the bowl. Repeat the procedure until water
stops flowing out;
●clean the pump if necessary as previously
described;
●replace the emergency emptying hose in its
seat after having plugged it;
●screw the pump cover again and close the
door.
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							MalfunctionPossible Cause / Solution
The washing machine does not start:
The door has not been closed. (Red pilot light
flashes)
●Close firmly the door.
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 
6 has not been pressed.
●Please turn the selector dial and press the button 6
again.
The machine does not fill:
The water tap is closed. (Red pilot light flashes)
●Open the water tap.
The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. (Red pilot light
flashes)
●Check the inlet hose connection.
The filter in the inlet hose is blocked. (Red pilot light
flashes)
●Clean the water inlet hose filter.
The door is not properly closed. (Red pilot light
flashes)
●Close firmly the door.
Something not working
IMPORTANT!
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 redpilot light of button 
6 flashes to indicate that
the machine is not working.
Once the problem has been eliminated, press the button 
6to restart the programme. If after all
checks, the problem persists, contact your local Service Centre.
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The machine fills then empties
immediately:The end of the drain hose is too low. 
●Refer to relevant paragraph in «water drainage»
section.
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The machine does not empty and/or
does not spin:
The drain hose is squashed or kinked. (Red pilot
light flashes)
●Check the drain hose connection.
The drain pump is clogged. (Red pilot light flashes)
●Clean the drain pump.
The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
●Redistribute the laundry.
The «Rinse Hold» option has been selected.
●Disable the option.
●Select the «Drain» or «Spin» programme.
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 inlet hose is damaged.
●Change it with a new one.
The cap on the emergency emptying hose has not
been replaced after cleaning the pump.
●Put the cap back on the emergency emptying and
place the latter back in its seat.
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.
●Introduce into the drum less laundry.
MalfunctionPossible Cause / Solution
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							The machine vibrates or 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.
MalfunctionPossible Cause / Solution
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 door is released.
There is water in the drum.
●Select drain or spin programme to empty out the
water.
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 unbalance disappears and normal spinning can
resume. If, after 10 minutes, the laundry is still not
evenly distributed in the drum, the machine will not
spin. In this case, redistribute the load manually and
select the spin programme.
●Redistribute the laundry.
The machine makes an unusual noise
The machine is fitted with a type of motor which
makes an unusual noise compared with other
traditional motors. This new motor ensures a softer
start and more even distribution of the laundry in the
drum when spinning, as well as increased stability of
the machine.
No water is visible in the drum
Machines based on modern technology operate very
economically using very little water  without affecting
performance.
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