Zanussi F 1203 W Instruction Booklet

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WASHING MACHINE

F 1203 W
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
GB
132991210

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  • Page 1: Washing Machine

    WASHING MACHINE F 1203 W INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 132991210...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Under no circumstances should you attempt to repair the machine yourself. Repairs carried out by inexperienced persons may cause injury or serious malfunctioning. Contact your local Service Force Centre. Always insist on genuine Zanussi spare parts.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents For the User Important Safety Information Your New Washing Machine Description of the Appliance Detergent dispenser drawer Child safety feature The Control Panel Operating sequence Washing 4.5 kg of white cotton at 95°C Load the laundry Measure out the detergent Measure out the fabric softener Select the required option Select the required programme...
  • Page 4: Your New Washing Machine

    Your New Washing Machine Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. Automatic cooling of the wash water to 60°C before draining, with the 95°C programme. This reduces thermal shock to fabrics, helping to prevent creasing.
  • Page 5: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 Control panel 4 Door opening handle 5 Drain pump 6 Adjustable feet Detergent dispenser drawer Prewash Main wash Fabric softener Child safety feature This machine incorporates a special child safety feature to prevent small children from being trapped inside the machine.
  • Page 6: The Control Panel

    The Control Panel CY LE 1 Detergent dispenser drawer and Programme guide 2 On/Off button By depressing this button the machine starts operating. When depressed again, the machine stops. 3 Mains-on light This light illuminates when the machine starts working and goes out when the ON/OFF button is released.
  • Page 7: Operating Sequence

    Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you pour 2 litres of water into the main wash compartment the detergent drawer in order to activate the ECO valve. Then run a cotton cycle at 60°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub.
  • Page 8: Start The Machine

    6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on the drain hose is correctly and securely positioned the door and the detergent dispenser drawer are closed. Depress the ON/OFF button: the mains-on light will illuminate and the machine starts operating.
  • Page 9: Washing 2 Kg Of Mixed Fabrics At 50°C

    WASHING 2 KG OF MIXED FABRICS AT 50°C Suppose you have 2 kg of mixed fabrics to wash. They are rather delicate fabrics and should not be washed at a high temperature. 1. Load the laundry Open the door by pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible.
  • Page 10: At The End Of The Programme

    7. At the end of the programme After the last rinse, the machine stops with the water left in the wash tub, to prevent the fabric from creasing. To drain the water, select programme “K” (short spin) or “P” (drain). The door is controlled by a safety device which releases 2 minutes after the end of the programme.
  • Page 11: Washing Hints

    Washing Hints Do NOT overload the machine. Weigh the laundry the first few times you use the appliance. The average weights of the most common items are listed below as a guide: 1000g = 1 kg Sheet Pillow case Tablecloth Serviette Tea towel Linen hand towel...
  • Page 12: Which Detergent

    Which detergent?... To ensure you obtain the best wash results from your appliance, it is important to use the right detergent in your everyday wash, and only detergents recommended for use in automatic machines. To maintain the appearance of your clothes and household textiles and to make them last longer you should use different types of detergent for different washes, whether for whites, colours or delicates.
  • Page 13: Wash Care Symbols

    Wash Care Symbols Wash care labels inside garments recommend how to launder your clothes with the best results. The care labelling code is in line with care labelling used in the rest of Europe. The symbols used make it easy to select the correct programme on your washing machine.
  • Page 14: Washing Programmes

    Washing Programmes Programmes for cotton and linen Wash programme/ Degree of soil Washing symbol and type of laundry WHITES For heavy soiled cotton items. PREWASH White cotton, for example normally soiled WHITES work garments, sheets, household linen, underwear, towels. Fast coloured cotton or FAST linen fabrics, shirts, COLOUREDS...
  • Page 15: Washing Programmes

    Washing Programmes Programmes for synthetics, mixed fabrics, delicates and wool Wash programme/ Degree of soil Washing symbol and type of laundry Synthetic or mixed fabrics, underwear, MIXED coloured garments, FABRICS non-shrink shirts, blouses. WORN Lightly soiled synthetic ONCE or mixed fabrics Separate spin for hand SHORT washed delicate items...
  • Page 16: Maintenance And Cleaning

    Maintenance and Cleaning Before any maintenance or cleaning is carried out you must DISCONNECT the appliance from the electricity supply. Descaling The water we use normally contains lime. It is a good idea to periodically use a water softening powder in the machine.
  • Page 17: The Dangers Of Freezing

    • 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. Remove any objects from the pump impeller by • rotating it. •...
  • Page 18: Something Not Working

    Something Not Working 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 Force Centre, please carry out the checks listed below. IMPORTANT: if you call out an engineer to a fault listed below, or to repair a fault caused by incorrect use or installation, a charge will be made even if the appliance is under guarantee.
  • Page 19: Service And Spare Parts

    For the address of your local Service Force Centre and further information about Service Force, please visit the website at www.serviceforce.co.uk. For Customer Service in Ireland please contact us at the address below: Zanussi Electrolux Electrolux Group (Irl) Ltd Long Mile Road Dublin 12 Republic of Ireland Tel: +353 (0)1 4090751 Email: service.eid@electrolux.ie...
  • Page 20: Guarantee Conditions

    Guarantee Conditions Standard guarantee conditions We, Zanussi Electrolux, undertake that if, within 12 months of the date of the purchase, this ZANUSSI ELECTROLUX appliance or any part thereof is proved to be defective by reason only of faulty workmanship or...
  • Page 21: Installation Instructions

    Installation Instructions It is dangerous to alter 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. Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person.
  • Page 22: Unpacking

    Unpacking All transit bolts and packing must be removed before using the appliance. You are advised to keep all the packaging for re-use in case the machine is to be transported again. Using a spanner unscrew and remove the two rear bottom screws.
  • Page 23: Water Inlet

    Water inlet The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded, blue for cold and red for hot. Connect the hoses to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Do not use already employed inlet hoses. If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to a cold water outlet by means of a «Y»...
  • Page 24: Levelling

    If you intend the drain hose to empty into a sink, make sure that the sink is empty and the plug hole is not blocked. Use the plastic “U-Piece” supplied. The drain hose must not be kinked. Important Before connecting up the machine to new pipework or to pipework that has not been used for some time, run off a reasonable amount of water to flush out any debris that may have collected in the pipes.
  • Page 25: Electrical Connection

    Electrical connection Any electrical work required to install this appliance should be carried out by a qualified electrician or competent person. WARNING: THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED. The manufacturer declines any liability should this safety measure not be observed. Before switching on, make sure the electricity supply voltage is the same as that indicated on the appliance’s rating plate.
  • Page 26 From the Electrolux Group. The world’s No. 1 choice The Electrolux Group is the world's largest producer of powered appliances for kitchen, cleaning and outdoor use. More than 55 million Electrolux Group products (such as refrigerators, cookers, washing machines, vacuum cleaners, chain saws and lawn mowers) are sold each year to a value of approx.

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