Zanussi Zwi 1125 User Manual

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Washing Machine
ZWI 1125
 
						

							Contents
Safety information _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  2
Product description _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  4
Control panel _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  4
Washing Programmes _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  6
Helpful hints and tips _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  8
First use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  10
Daily use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  10Care and cleaning _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  12
What to do if… _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  14
Technical data _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  17
Consumption values _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  18
Installation _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _   18
Building in _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _   21
Environmental concerns _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _  24
Subject to change without notice.
 Safety information
Important! Read carefully & keep for future reference.
• The safety of Your appliance complies with the industry
standards and with legal requirements on the safety of
appliances. However, as manufacturers, we feel it is
our duty to provide the following safety notes.
• It is most important that this instruction book should
be retained with the appliance for future reference.
Should the appliance be sold or transferred to another
owner, or should you move house and leave the appli-
ance, always ensure that the book is supplied with the
appliance in order that the new owner can get to know
the functioning of the appliance and the relevant warn-
ings.
• You MUST read them carefully before installing or us-
ing the appliance.
• Before first starting up, check the appliance for any
damage incurred during transport. Never connect up a
damaged appliance . If parts are damaged, contact your
supplier.
• If the appliance is delivered in the winter months when
there are minus temperatures. Store it at room temper-
ature for 24 hours before using for the first time.
General safety
• It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt to
modify this product in any way.
• During high temperature wash programmes the door
glass may get hot. Do not touch it!
• Make sure that small pets and children do not climb
into the drum. To avoid this, please check into the
drum before using.
• Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws,
stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause ex-
tensive damage and must not be placed into the ma-
chine.
• Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener and
detergent. Damage to the fabric can ensue if you over-
fill. Refer to the manufacturer’s recommendations of
quantities.
• 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.
• Do not use your washing machine to wash articles with
whalebones, material without hems or torn material.
• Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water
supply after use, cleaning and maintenance.
• Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair
the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexper-
ienced people may cause injury or serious malfunc-
tioning. Contact your local Service Centre. Always in-
sist on genuine spare parts.
Installation
• This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
• When unpacking the appliance, check that it is not
damaged. If in doubt, do not use it and contact the
Service Centre.
• All packing and transit bolts must be removed before
use. Serious damage can occur to the product and to
property if this is not adhered to. See relevant section
in the user manual.
• After having installed the appliance, check that it is not
standing on the inlet and drain hose and the worktop is
not pressing the electrical supply cable against the
wall.
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							• If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please
adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely
under the appliance.
• Always be sure, that there is no water leakage from ho-
ses and their connections after the installation.
• If the appliance is installed in a location subject to
frost, please read the “dangers of freezing” chapter.
• Any plumbing work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified plumber or compe-
tent person.
• Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or com-
petent person.
Use
• This appliance is designed for domestic use. It must
not be used for purposes other than those for which it
was designed.
• Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine
washed. Follow the instructions on each garment label.
• Do not overload the appliance. See the Washing Pro-
gramme Table.
• Before washing, ensure that all pockets are empty and
buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing frayed or
torn articles and treat stains such as paint, ink, rust,
and grass before washing. Underwired bras must NOT
be machine washed.
• Garments which have been in contact with volatile pe-
troleum products should not be machine washed. If
volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken
to ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment
before placing in the machine.
• Never pull the power supply cable to remove the plug
from the socket; always take hold of the plug itself.
• Never use the appliance if the power supply cable, the
control panel, the working surface or the base are dam-
aged so that the inside of the washing machine is ac-
cessible.
Child safety
• This appliance is not intended for use by person (in-
cluding children) with reduced physical sensory or
mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowl-
edge unless they have been given supervision or in-
struction concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
• The packaging components (e.g. plastic film, polystyr-
ene) can be dangerous to children - danger of suffoca-
tion! Keep them out of children’s reach
• Keep all detergents in a safe place out of children’s
reach.
• Make sure that children or pets do not climb into the
drum. To prevent children and pets becoming trapped
inside the drum this machine incorporates a special
feature.
To activate this device, ro-
tate the button (without
pressing it) inside the
door clockwise until the
groove is horizontal. If
necessary use a coin.To disable this device and
restore the possibility of
closing the door, rotate the
button anti-clockwise until
the groove is vertical.
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							Product description
1Detergent dispenser drawer
2Control panel
3Door opening handle
4Rating plate
5Drain pump
6Adjustable feet
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3
4
5
6
Detergent dispenser drawer
 Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak
phase or for stain remover used during the stain action
phase (if available). The prewash and soak detergent is
added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain
remover is added during the stain action phase.
 Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for
main wash. If using liquid detergent pour it just before
starting the programme.
 Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener,
starch).
Follow the product manufacturer’s recommendations on
quantities to use and do not exceed the «MAX» mark in the
detergent dispenser drawer. Any fabric softener or starch-
ing additives must be poured into the compartment before
starting the wash programme.
Control panel
Below is a picture of the control panel. It shows the programme selector dial as well as the buttons and pilot lights.
These are presented by relevant numbers on the following pages.
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1Programme selector dial
2SPIN reduction button
3OPTIONS button
4EXTRA RINSE button
5START/PAUSE button
6DELAY START button
7Indicator pilot lights
Table of symbols
Push buttonsPilot lights
Rinse Hold / Prewashing or washing
Prewash / Rinsing or spinning
Super QuickEnd
Programme selector dial, spin speed button and available options
Programme Selector Dial
It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/or to se-
lect a programme.
Available options:
Spin
By pressing this button you can change the spin speed of
the selected programme or to select Rinse Hold option.
Rinse hold 
By selecting this function the water of the last rinse is not
emptied out to prevent the fabrics from creasing. Before
opening the door it will be necessary to empty out the wa-
ter. To empty out the water, please read the paragraph «At
the end of the programme».
Prewash
By selecting this option the machine performs a prewash
cycle before the main wash phase. The washing time will
be prolonged. This option is recommended for heavily
soiled laundry.
Super Quick
Short cycle for lightly soiled items or for laundry which
needs only freshening up. We recommend you to reduce
the fabrics loading.
Extra Rinse
This appliance is designed to save energy. If it necessary
to rinse the laundry using an extra quantity of water (extra
rinse), select this option. Some additional rinses will be
performed. This option is recommended for people who
are allergic to detergents, and in areas where the water is
very soft.
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							Start Pause
This button allows you to start or to interrupt the selected
programme.
Delay Start
The start of the programme can be delayed by 3, 6 or 9
hours by means of this button.
Indicator pilot light (7)
B
C A
 
When selecting a washing programme both lights A and
B illuminate.
After having pressed the button 5 the only light corre-
sponding to the running phase stays on. The machine
starts working and the door is locked.
The light C illuminates at the end of the washing cycle.
After a few minutes the door can be opened.
If the draining programme is selected any light
will illuminate.
Washing Programmes
Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
COTTONS
90° - 60°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg 
1)
White cotton (heavily or normally soiled items).
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH 
2)
SUPER QUICK
EXTRA RINSE
COTTON + ECO
60°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
STANDARD PROGRAMME for the Energy Label consumption values.
White or fast colour cotton (normally or slightly soiled items). 
This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton
items. The temperature will decrease and the washing time will be ex-
tended. This allows to obtain a good washing efficiency by saving en-
ergy.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH 
2)
EXTRA RINSE
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							Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
COTTONS
60° - 40° - 30° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg
1)
White and coloured cotton (normally soiled items).
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH 
2)
SUPER QUICK
EXTRA RINSE
COTTON + ECO
40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
STANDARD PROGRAMME for the Energy Label consumption values.
White or non fast colour cotton (normally or slightly soiled items). 
This programme can be selected for slightly or normally soiled cotton
items. The temperature will decrease and the washing time will be ex-
tended. This allows to obtain a good washing efficiency by saving en-
ergy.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH 
2)
EXTRA RINSE
SYNTHETICS
60° - 40° - 30° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed at 900 rpm
Max. load 3 kg - Reduced load 1.5 kg 
1)
Synthetic or mixed fabrics: underwear, coloured garments, non-shrink
shirts, blouses.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH 
2)
SUPER QUICK
EXTRA RINSE
EASY IRON
40°
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed at 900 rpm
Max. load 1 kg
Synthetic or mixed fabrics
Selecting this programme the laundry is gently washed and spun to
avoid any creasing. In this way ironing is easier. Furthermore the ma-
chine will perform additional rinses.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH 
2)
EXTRA RINSE
DELICATES
40° - 30° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed 700 rpm
Max. load kg 3 - Reduced load kg 1.5 
1)
Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester.
SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
PREWASH 
2)
SUPER QUICK
EXTRA RINSE
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							Programme
Maximum and Minimum Temperature
Cycle Description
Maximum Spin Speed
Maximum Fabrics Load
Type of Laundry
OptionsDetergent
Compartment
WOOL/HANDWASH
30° - Cold
Main wash - Rinses
Maximum spin speed at 900 rpm
Max. load 2 kg
Washing programme for machine washable wool as well as for hand
washable woollens and delicate fabrics. Note: A single or bulky item
may cause imbalance. If the appliance doesn’t perform the final spin
phase, add more items, redistribute the load manually and then select
the spinning programme.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
RINSE
Rinse
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
With this programme it is possible to rinse and spin cotton garments
which have been washed by hand. The spin speed can be reduced.SPIN REDUCTION
RINSE HOLD
EXTRA RINSE
DRAIN
Draining of water
Max. load 6 kg
For emptying out the water of the last rinse in programmes with the
Rinse Hold option set.  
SPIN
Drain and long spin
Maximum spin speed at 1200 rpm
Max. load 6 kg
Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes
with the Rinse Hold option selected. You can choose the spin speed
by pressing the relevant button to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun.SPIN REDUCTION 
O = OFF
For cancelling the programme which is running or to switch the machine off .
1) If you select the Super Quick option by pressing button 3, we recommend that you reduce the maximum load as indicated. Full
loading is possible however with somewhat reduced cleaning results.
2) If using liquid detergents, a programme without PREWASH must be selected.
Helpful hints and tips
Sorting out 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, wool-
lens.
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							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.
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.
Removing stains
Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and de-
tergent. 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.
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 deter-
gent 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 ap-
propriate 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 quanti-
ties 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.
1) do not use acetone on artificial silk
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							When the degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity
of the detergent.
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 litres of water into the main wash com-
partment 
 of the detergent drawer in order to
activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at
the highest temperature without any laundry in
the machine, to remove any manufacturing resi-
due from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure
of detergent into the main wash compartment and
start the machine.
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.
Make sure that no laundry
stays between the seal and
the door. There is a risk of
water leakage or damage
to the laundry. 
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 turning the
programme selector dial (1)
Turn the programme selector dial to the required pro-
gramme. The washing machine will automatically select
the maximum spin value provided for the programme you
have chosen. You can change this value by pressing the
corresponding button. The green pilot light of the button 5
starts to flash.
The selector dial can be turned either clockwise or coun-
terclockwise. Turn to position 
 to reset programme/
Switching the machine off.
At the end of the programme the selector dial must be
turned to position 
 , to switch the machine off.
Caution! If you turn the programme selector dial to
another programme when the machine is working,
the red pilot light of button 5 will blink 3 times to indicate
a wrong selection. The machine will not perform the new
selected programme.
Select the spin speed or Rinse Hold option by
pressing button 2
The relevant light will light up.
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