Safety precautions The appliance corresponds to recognised technology stand ards and the relevant safety regulations. Proper use of the appliance is however essential to avoid damage and acci dents. Please therefore follow the precautions given in these operating instructions. In accordance with the requirements of IEC 60335-1: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, un- less supervised or unless they have been given instruction concerning the use of the...
… Safety precautions Correct use The appliance is for collecting the costs of operating a washing machine or tumble dryer. No liability is assumed for any damage caused by improper or incorrect use. Any repairs, modifications or manipulations to the appliance, especially any electrically live parts, may only be carried out by the manufacturer, its Customer Services or similarly qualified persons.
Your appliance Appliance description The cashier system controls the power supply to the appliance connected based on the amount entered. Measured and charged is the length of time that electricity is used. Enough coins (CHF / EUR) or tokens have to be entered for a complete wash or drying programme.
… Your appliance Display messages On using for the first time, a short system test is carried out automatically. – The current software version, e.g. , is shown in the display. – If the credit is zero, is shown in the display. –...
… Your appliance Emptying the coin box Coins accepted by the coin validator drop into the coin box. It can hold approximate- ly 400 coins. If a coin is not validated, it automatically drops into the return slot. Use the key to remove the coin box cover 1.
… Your appliance Totaliser Total coins entered can be shown in the display. Depress the «–» settings key for about 3 seconds. – The total is shown in the display. Model 245 If the total is greater than , the «+» settings key can be used to show the «100s»...
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Calculation The charges to be defined for the appliance are based on the operating costs of the washing machine or tumble dryer connected. The operating costs comprise the costs of the electricity and water consumed as well as of any service agreement. Example calculation for a washing machine with a 6 kg load capacity The values indicated below are average values.
… Calculation Individual calculation You will need the following details: Electricity consumption* ... kWh From the operating instructions Water consumption* (1m³ = 1000 litres) ....m³ From the operating instructions Programme duration* ..hr ..From the operating instructions Electricity tariff per kWh (incl. peak and low tariffs)CHF ... Ask local electricity supplier CHF ...
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Settings Different settings (parameters) can be set for the appliance. This is described below for both models. Depress the «SET» settings key for about 3 seconds. – appears in the display (model 245). – appears in the displays (model 246). Press the «+»...
… Settings Parameters The settings are set at the factory as follows: Parameter Unit Setting range Factory setting Your setting 0 or 1 hrs:mins 0:01 to 4:00 1:00 0.00 to 99.90 0.90 hrs:mins 0:01 to 4:00 1:00 0.00 to 99.90 0.90 0.10 to 1.00 0.0 to 1.0...
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… Settings Parameter Unit Setting range Factory setting Your setting 0.0 to 1.0 mins:secs 0:00 to 5:00 5:00 0 or 1 0.00 to 99.90 0.10 0.00 to 99.90 0.20 0.00 to 99.90 0.50 0.00 to 99.90 1.00 0.00 to 99.90 2.00 0.00 to 99.90 0.00...
… Settings Key to parameters Model 245 and model 246 (appliance 1) Parameter Function Description For setting the operating mode to Operating mode time-dependent (0) appliance 1 or usage-dependent (1) operation Unit for Defines the length of time (e.g. 1 hour) time-dependent operation during which the tariff in P13 is valid.
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… Settings Model 246 (appliance 2) Parameter Function Description For setting the operating mode to Operating mode time dependent (0) appliance 2 or usage dependent (1) operation Unit for Defines the length of time (e.g. 1 hour) time-dependent operation during which the tariff in P33 is valid. appliance 2 Tariff for Charge for (e.g.
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… Settings General parameters Parameter Function Description For setting CHF / EUR (0) Coin / token operation or tokens (1) Defines the value of 0.10 Value CHF 0.10 CHF 0.10 = 10 rappen Defines the value of 0.20 Value CHF 0.20 CHF 0.20 = 20 rappen Defines the value of 0.50 Value CHF 0.50...
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Technical data Dimensions Model 245 Model 246 Width: 17 cm 17 cm Height: 32 cm 32 cm Depth: 17 cm 17 cm Weight: 4.8 kg 5 kg Electrical connection Model 245 Model 246 Switching capacity: 400 V 3N~ max. 16 A 2 ×...
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Disposal Packaging All packaging materials (cardboard, plastic film (PE) and polystyrene (EPS)) are marked and should, if possible, be collected for recycling and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Disconnection Disconnect the appliance from the mains. With a fixed appliance, this is to be carried out by a qualified electrician! Safety Disable the appliance to prevent accidents caused by improper use, especially...
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Index Accessories Queries........23 Ordering ......23 Quick instructions ....... 24 Appliance construction....7 Appliance description....6 Repair service ......23 Replacement key......19 Calculation....... 11 Safety........20 Deleting credit......9 Safety precautions Dimensions ....... 19 Before using for the first time ..4 Disconnection ......
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– The identification plate is on the underside of the appliance. If the appliance is not working properly, contact your nearest V-ZUG Ltd Service Centre using freephone 0800 850 850 and stand in close proximity to the appliance.
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Quick instructions Please first read the safety precautions in the operating instructions! V ZUG Ltd Industriestrasse 66, 6301 Zug Tel. +41 (0)41 767 67 67, Fax +41 (0)41 767 61 61 vzug@vzug.ch, www.vzug.ch J245.13-2...