Zanussi FJ 1200 Instruction Booklet page 3

IMPORTANT INFORMATION
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 appliance, 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 warnings.
These warnings have been provided in the interest
of safety. You MUST read them carefully before
installing or using the appliance.
This appliance is designed to be operated by adults.
Children should not be allowed to tamper with the
controls or play with the product.
It is dangerous to alter the specifications or attempt
to modify this product in any way.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Any plumbing work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified plumber or
competent person.
This product should be serviced by an authorised
Zanussi Service Centre, and only genuine Zanussi
spare parts should be used.
Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance
does not stand on the electrical supply cable.
Always unplug the appliance and turn off the water
after use.
Do not overload the appliance. See relevant section
in instruction book.
Always look through the glass door to check if water
has drained before opening the door. If water is
present do not open door before draining the water.
If in doubt, refer to your instruction book.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
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 instructions.
The glass door becomes very hot during the washing
cycle. Keep children away from the vicinity of the
appliance whilst it is in operation.
Leave the porthole door slightly ajar between
washes to preserve the door seal.
Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine
washed. If in doubt, consult the manufacturer of that
item.
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.
Any objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws,
stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause
extensive damage and must not be placed into the
machine.
Garments which have been in contact with volatile
petroleum preducts 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.
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.
Only use the advised quantities of fabric softener.
Damage to the fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer
to the manufacturer's recommendations of
quantities.
As some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed
in large commercia! machines because of their bulk.
Please check with the manufacturer of the item
before washing in a domestic machine.
The users should always check that they have not
left their gas lighters (disposable or otherwise) in
their clothing.
Pets and children have been known to climb into
washing machines. Please check your drum before
use.
If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor,
please adjust the feet in order to allow air to
circulate freely.
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 Zanussi Service
Centre. Always insist on genuine Zanussi spare
parts.
This machine incorporates new Electronic
Technology and therefore may work differently
from a traditional product which you have
become accustomed to. If you are concerned
about the operation of the machine please study
the instruction book carefully, as it contains
advice about the way in which the new
technology affects the operation during normal
use.