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The rating plate reports:
Dimension | Width/ Height/ Total depth | 59,6 cm /84,7 cm /57,7 cm |
Electrical connection | Voltage | 230-240 V |
Overall power | 2000 W | |
Fuse | 13 A | |
Frequency | 50 Hz | |
Level of protection against ingress of solid particles and moisture ensured by the protective cover, except where the low voltage equipment has no protection against moisture | IPX4 | |
Water supply pressure1) | Minimum | 0.5 bar (0.05 MPa) |
Maximum | 10 bar (1.0 MPa) | |
Water supply 2) | Cold water | |
Maximum Load | Cotton | 7 kg |
Spin Speed | Maximum spin speed | 1351 rpm |
1) The appliance works correctly if the water pressure is not lower than 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar). If you cannot connect the water inlet hose to the cold water tap of the primary hydraulic system, connect it to your domestic cold water storage system. Make sure not to exceed a distance of 5.02 m (16.5 ft) between the appliance inlet hose and the bottom of the water storage tank.
2) Connect the water inlet hose to a water tap with a 3/4'' thread.
Refer to Safety chapters.
Accessories delivered with the appliance may vary depending on the model.
Do not lay washing machine on its front.
It is possible to see water flowing from the drain hose. This is because the washing machine has been tested at the factory.
We recommend that you keep the packaging and the transit bolts for any transport of the appliance.
Adjust the appliance correctly to prevent vibration, noise and movement of the appliance when it operates.
Do not put cardboard, wood or equivalent materials below the appliance feet to adjust the level.
Make sure there is no damage to hoses and there are no leaks from the couplings. Do not use an extension hose if the inlet hose is too short. Contact the service centre for a replacement inlet hose.
The inlet water shall not exceed 25°C.
The drain hose should stay at a height of no less than 60 cm and not more than 100 cm.
You can extend the drain hose to maximum 400 cm. Contact the authorised service centre for the other drain hose and the extension.
It is possible to connect the drain hose in different ways:
Make sure that the plastic guide cannot move when the appliance drains and the drain hose end is not immersed in the water. There may be a return of dirty water into the appliance.
The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated, i.e. the inner diameter of the drain pipe (min. 38 mm - min. 1.5") must be larger than the external diameter of the drain hose.
Make sure that the drain hose makes a loop to prevent particles going into the appliance from the sink.
Connect the drain hose to the spigot and tighten it with a clamp. Make sure that the drain hose makes a loop to prevent particles going into the appliance from the sink.
Suspended wooden floors are particularly susceptible to vibration.
To limit vibration we recommend placing a waterproof wooden panel, at least 15 mm thick, under the appliance. It should be screwed to at least 2 floor beams and should extend beyond the front feet.
If possible, install the appliance where the floor is more stable.
At the end of installation you can connect the mains plug to the mains socket.
The rating plate on the inner edge of the appliance door and the 'Technical Data' chapter indicate the necessary electrical ratings. Make sure that they are compatible with the mains power supply.
Check that your domestic electrical installation can take the maximum load required, also taking into account any other appliances in use.
Connect the appliance to an earthed socket.
The power supply cable must be easily accessible after installing the appliance.
For any electrical work required to install this appliance, contact our Authorised Service Centre.
The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for damage or injury through failure to comply with the above safety precaution.
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Read carefully the instructions supplied with the accessory.
Only appropriate accessories approved by ZANUSSI ensure the safety standards of the appliance. If unapproved parts are used, any claims will be invalidated.
If you install the appliance on a plinth that is not an accessory supplied by ZANUSSI, secure the appliance in the fixing plates.
Read carefully the instructions supplied with the accessory.
The tumble dryer can be stacked on the top of the washing machine only by using the correct stacking kit..
Do not put the tumble dryer under the washing machine. Verify the compatible stacking kit by checking the depth of your appliances.
Your new washing machine meets all modern requirements for an effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption and will care for fabrics.
This appliance is designed with a self cleaning draining system, allowing light fluff fibers that fall off the clothes to be drained out with the water, in such a way that there is no need to access this area for regular maintenance and cleaning. Refer to chapter 'Care and Cleaning' for best maintenance and care of the appliance.
Programme Default temperature Temperature range | Reference spin speed Spin speed range | Maximum load | Programme description (Type of load and level of soiling) |
Eco 40-60 40°C 1) | 1400 rpm (1400- 800 rpm) | 7 kg | White cotton and fast-coloured cotton. Normally soiled items. The energy consumption decreases and the time of the washing programme is extended, ensuring good washing results. |
Cottons 40°C 90°C - Cold | 1400 rpm (1400- 800 rpm) | 7 kg | White cotton and coloured cotton. Normally, heavily and lightly soiled items. |
Synthetics 40°C 60°C - Cold | 1200 rpm (1200- 800 rpm) | 3 kg | Synthetic items or mixed fabric items. Normally soiled items. |
Delicates 30°C 40°C - Cold | 1200 rpm (1200- 800 rpm) | 2 kg | Delicate fabrics such as acrylics, viscose and mixed fabrics requiring gentler washing. Normally and lightly soiled items. |
Wool 40°C 40°C - Cold | 1200 rpm (1200- 800 rpm) | 1,5 kg | Machine washable wool, hand washable wool and other fabrics with «hand washing» care symbol2). |
Denim 30°C 40°C - Cold | 800 rpm (1200 - 800 rpm) | 3 kg | Special programme for Denim clothing with delicate washing phase to minimize colour fading and marks. For better care a reduced load size is recommended. |
Sportswear 30°C 40°C - Cold | 1200 rpm (1200- 800 rpm) | 3 kg | Synthetic and delicate items. Lightly soiled items or items to refresh. |
Spin/Drain | 1400 rpm (1400 -800 rpm) | 7 kg | All fabrics, except woollens and delicate fabrics. To spin the laundry and to drain the water in the drum. |
Rinse | 1400 rpm (1400- 800 rpm) | 7 kg | To rinse and spin the laundry. All fabrics, except woollens and very delicate fabrics. Reduce the spin speed accordingly to the type of laundry. |
Dark Colours 40°C 60°C - Cold | 1200 rpm (1200- 800 rpm) | 7 kg | Cotton items or mixed fabric items in dark colours. Normally soiled items. |
CleanBoost 60°C | 1400 rpm (1400- 800 rpm) | 7 kg | White cotton items. This programme removes micro-organisms thanks to a washing phase with the temperature maintained above 60°C for several minutes. This helps remove germs, bacteria, micro-organism and particles. An additional rinsing phase ensures a proper removal of detergent residues and pollens/allergenic items. In this way the wash is more effective. |
14min Refresh 30°C | 800 rpm (800- 800 rpm) | 1,5 kg | Synthetic and mixed fabric items. Very light soiling and items to freshen up. |
30min Rapid 40°C 40°C - 30°C | 1200 rpm (1200- 800 rpm) | 3 kg | Synthetic and mixed fabric items. Lightly soiled items. |
60min EasyWash 30°C 60°C - 30°C | 1400 rpm (1400- 800 rpm) | 5 kg | Cotton and fast-coloured synthetic items. Complete washing programme that, in only 60 minutes, washes the daily soiled laundry intensively and ensures a good washing performance in a short time. |
1) According to UK Ecodesign for Energy-Related Products and Energy Information Regulations, this programme at 40°C is able to clean normally soiled cotton laundry declared to be washable at 40°C or 60°C, together in the same cycle.
For the reached temperature in the laundry, the programme duration and other data, please refer to 'Consumption Values' chapter.
The most efficient programmes in terms of energy consumption are generally those that perform at lower temperatures and longer duration.
2) During this cycle the drum rotates slowly to ensure a gentle wash. It can seem that the drum doesn't rotate or doesn't rotate properly, but this is normal for this programme.
Programme | OPTIONS | Spin | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | ![]() | FlexiTime | Delay Start |
Eco 40-60 | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||
Cottons | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |
Synthetics | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |
Delicates | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||
Wool | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||||
Denim | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||
Sportswear | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||
Spin/Drain | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||||||
Rinse | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||||
Dark Colours | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||
CleanBoost | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ||||
14min Refresh | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||||||
30min Rapid | ■ | ■ | ■ | |||||||
60min EasyWash | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ | ■ |
Programme | Universal powder1) | Liquid Universal | Liquid for coloureds | Delicates woollens | Special | ||||||
Eco 40-60 | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | -- | -- | ||||||
Cottons | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | -- | -- | ||||||
Synthetics | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | -- | -- | ||||||
Delicates | -- | -- | -- | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||
Wool | -- | -- | -- | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||
Denim | -- | -- | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||
Sportswear | -- | ▲ | ▲ | -- | ▲ | ||||||
Dark Colours | -- | -- | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | ||||||
CleanBoost | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | -- | -- | ||||||
14min Refresh | -- | ▲ | ▲ | -- | -- | ||||||
30min Rapid | -- | ▲ | ▲ | -- | -- | ||||||
60min EasyWash | ▲ | ▲ | ▲ | -- | -- |
1) At temperature higher than 60°C the use of powder detergent is recommended.
▲ = Recommended
-- = Not recommended
Set this option to change the default temperature.
Indicator = cold water.
The indicator of the set temperature comes on.
With this option you can change the default spin speed.
The indicator of the set speed comes on.
Additional spin options:
No Spin
Rinse Hold
To drain the water refer to 'At the end of the programme'.
With this option you can add a prewash phase to a washing programme.
The relevant indicator illuminates.
This option can increase the programme duration.
The appliance carefully washes and spins the laundry to prevent the creases.
The appliance decreases the spin speed, uses more water and adapts the programme duration to the type of laundry.
The related indicator comes on.
With this option you can add a few rinses according to the selected washing programme.
Use this option for people with allergies to detergent residues and with sensitive skin.
This option increases the programme duration.
The corresponding indicator illuminates.
The intermediate and the final spinning phases are suppressed and the programme ends with water in the drum. This helps to reduce creasing. As the programme is very quiet, it is suitable for use at night time when cheaper electricity tariffs are available. In some programmes the rinses are performed with more water. The door stays locked. The drum turns regularly to reduce creasing. You must drain the water to unlock the door. If you touch the Start/Pause button, the appliance performs the only draining phase.
The appliance empties the water out automatically after 18 hours approximately.
With this option you can delay the start of a programme to a more convenient time.
Touch the button repeatedly to set the required delay. The time increases from 30 minutes to 20 hours.
The display shows the indicator and the selected delay time. After touching the Start/Pause
button, the appliance begins the countdown and the door is locked.
When you set a washing programme, the display shows the default duration and dashes.
Touch FlexiTime button to reduce the programme duration according to your needs. The display shows the new programme duration and a number of dashes will decrease accordingly:
![]() | suitable for a full load of normally soiled garments. |
![]() | to wash items with daily soil (max. half load recommended). |
![]() | to wash quickly items with almost no soil. |
The FlexiTime is available only with the programmes in the table.
indicator | Eco 40-60 | Cottons | Synthetics | Delicates | Dark Colours |
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1) Defaullt duration for all programmes.
With this option you can prevent that the children play with the control panel.
You can activate this option:
With this option you can permanently have an extra rinse when you set a new programme.
The acoustic signals operate when:
To deactivate/activate the acoustic signals, press and
at the same time for 3 seconds.
If you deactivate the acoustic signals, they continue operate when the appliance has a malfunction.
During installation or before first use you may observe some water in the appliance. This is residual water left in the appliance after a full functional test in the factory to ensure the appliance is delivered to customers in perfect working order and is no cause for concern.
This removes all possible dirt from the drum and the tub.
Refer to Safety chapters.
Make sure that no laundry gets caught between the seal and the door to avoid risk of water leakage and damage to the laundry.
Washing heavily oiled, greasy stains could cause damage rubber parts of the washing machine.
![]() | Compartment for washing phase. If you use liquid detergent, put it immediately before you start the programme. |
![]() | Compartment for liquid additives (fabric conditioner, starch). |
MAX | Maximum level for quantity of liquid additives. |
![]() | Flap for powder or liquid detergent. |
When you set a prewash programme (or option), put the detergent for prewash phase directly into the drum.
Always follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the detergent products, but we recommend that you do not exceed the maximum indicated level (MAX). This quantity will however guarantee the best washing results.
After a washing cycle, if necessary, remove any detergent residue from the detergent dispenser.
The default position of the flap is A (powder detergent).
To use liquid detergent:
When you use the liquid detergent:
When the flap is in position B and you want to use powder detergent:
If you set something incorrect, the display shows the message
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Press .
After approximately 15 minutes from the start of the programme:
You can cancel or change the set of the delay start before you press the
. To cancel the delay start:
After touching the Start/Pause button:
The AutoSense System is not available with all programmes such as: Wool, Spin/Drain, Rinse, 14min Refresh, 30min Rapid and programmes with short cycles.
You can change only some options before they operate.
Before starting the new programme the appliance could drain the water. In this case, make sure that the detergent is still in the detergent compartment, if not fill the detergent again.
While a delay start operates, the appliance door is locked and the indicator is on.
While a programme operates, the appliance door is locked and the indicator is on.
If the temperature and level of the water in the drum are too high, you cannot open the door.
The washing programme is completed, but there is water in the drum:
To drain the water:
The appliance drains and spins automatically after approximately 18 hours (except for Wool programme).
Some minutes after the end of the washing programme, if you do not deactivate the appliance, the energy saving status activates.
The energy saving status decreases the energy consumption when the appliance is on the stand by.
If you set a programme or an option that ends with water in the drum, the energy saving status function doesn't activate to remind you to drain the water.
Refer to Safety chapters.
For some stains, water and detergent is not sufficient.
We recommend that you pre-treat these stains before you put the items in the appliance.
Special stain removers are available. Use the special stain remover that is applicable to the type of stain and fabric.
The choice of detergent and use of correct quantities not only affects your wash performance, but also helps to avoid waste and protect the environment:
Insufficient detergent may cause:
Excessive detergent may cause:
To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips:
If the water hardness in your area is high or moderate, we recommend that you use a water softener for washing machines. In areas where the water hardness is soft it is not necessary to use a water softener.
To find out the water hardness in your area, contact your local water authority.
Use the correct quantity of water softener. Follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.
Refer to Safety chapters.
The appliance is intended for normal household use only.
Read the chapter carefully for best maintenance and care.
Periodic cleaning helps to extend the life of your appliance.
After each cycle, keep the door and the detergent dispenser slightly ajar to get air circulation and dry the humidity inside the appliance: this will prevent mildew and odours.
If the appliance is not used for a long time: close the water tap and unplug the appliance.
Indicative periodic cleaning schedule | |
Descaling | Twice a year |
Maintenance wash | Once a month |
Clean door seal | Every two months |
Clean drum | Every two months |
Clean detergent dispenser | Every two months |
Clean the inlet hose and the valve filter | Twice a year |
The following paragraphs explain how you should clean each part.
Make sure that pockets are empty and all loose elements are tied up before running your cycle. Refer to "The laundry load" in "Hints and tips".
Remove any foreign objects (such as metal clip, buttons, coins, etc) that you may find in the door seal, the inlet hose filter and the drum. Refer to "Door seal with double lip trap", "Cleaning the drum" and "Cleaning the inlet hose and the valve filter" paragraphs. If necessary, please contact the Authorised Service Centre.
Clean the appliance with mild soap and warm water only. Fully dry all the surfaces. Do not use a scouring pads or any scratching material.
Do not use alcohol, solvents or chemical products.
Do not clean the metal surfaces with chlorine-based detergent.
If the water hardness in your area is high or moderate, we recommend that you use a water descaling product for washing machines.
Regularly examine the drum to check for limescale. Regular detergents already contain water softening agents, but we recommend to run a cycle with an empty drum and a descaling product occasionally.
Always follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.
The repeated and prolonged use of low temperature programmes can cause detergent deposits, fluff residues, bacterial growth inside the drum and the tub. This could generate bad odours and mildew. To eliminate these deposits and clean the inner part of the appliance, run a maintenance wash regularly (at least once a month).
Refer to Cleaning the drum chapter.
Regularly examine the drum to prevent unwanted deposits.
Rust deposits in the drum may occur due to rusting foreign body in the washing or tap water containing iron
Clean the drum with special products for stainless steel.
Always follow the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product. Do not clean the drum with acidic descaling products, scouring products containing chlorine or iron or steel wool.
For a thorough clean:
This appliance is designed with a self cleaning draining system, allowing light fluff fibers that fall off the clothes to be drained out with the water. Regularly examine the seal. Coins, buttons, other small items can be recovered at the end of the cycle.
Clean it when needed, using ammonia cream cleanser agent without scratching the seal surface.
Always obey the instructions that you find on the packaging of the product.
If the appliance is installed in an area where the temperature can be less than 0°C, remove the remaining water from the inlet hose and the drain pump.
Make sure that the temperature is higher than 0°C before you use the appliance again.
The manufacturer is not responsible for damages caused by low temperatures.
See the web link www.theenergylabel.eu for detailed information about Energy Label.
The QR code on the energy label supplied with the appliance provides a web link to the product information sheet. Keep the energy label for reference together with the user manual and all other documents provided with this appliance.
kg | Laundry load. | hh: mm | Programme duration. |
kWh | Energy consumption. | °C | Temperature in the laundry. |
Litres | Water consumption. | rpm | Spin speed. |
% | Remaining moisture at the end of spinning phase. The higher is the spin speed, the higher is the noise and the lower is the remaining moisture. |
Values and programme duration may differ depending on different conditions (e.g. room temperature, water temperature and pressure, load size and type of laundry, supply voltage) and also if you change the default setting of a programme.
ACCORDING TO UK ECODESIGN FOR ENERGY-RELATED PRODUCTS AND ENERGY INFORMATION REGULATIONS
Eco 40-60 programme | kg | kWh | Litres | hh: mm | % | °C | rpm1) |
Full load | 7 | 0.890 | 47.0 | 3:20 | 53.00 | 40 | 1351 |
Half load | 3,5 | 0.530 | 38.0 | 2:40 | 53.00 | 32 | 1351 |
Quarter load | 2 | 0.240 | 33.0 | 2:40 | 54.00 | 22 | 1351 |
1) Maximum spin speed.
Power consumption in different modes | ||
Off (W) | Stand-by (W) | Delay start (W) |
0.50 | 0.50 | 4.00 |
Time to Off/Standby mode is 15 minutes maximum.
These values are indicative only.
Programme | kg | kWh | Litres | hh: mm | % | °C | rpm1) | ||||||||
Cottons 2) 90°C | 7 | 2.35 | 90.0 | 3:10 | 52.00 | 85 | 1400 | ||||||||
Cottons 60°C | 7 | 1.60 | 85.0 | 3:00 | 52.00 | 55 | 1400 | ||||||||
Cottons 3) 20°C | 7 | 0.40 | 85.0 | 2:45 | 52.00 | 20 | 1400 | ||||||||
Synthetics 40°C | 3 | 0.65 | 55.0 | 2:00 | 35.00 | 40 | 1200 | ||||||||
Delicates 4) 30°C | 2 | 0.30 | 45.0 | 1:20 | 35.00 | 30 | 1200 | ||||||||
Wool 30°C | 1,5 | 0.30 | 65.0 | 1:05 | 30.00 | 30 | 1200 |
1) Reference indicator of the spin speed.
2) Suitable for washing heavily soiled textiles.
3) Suitable for washing lightly soiled cottons, synthetic and mixed fabrics.
4) It also performs as quick washing cycle for lightly soiled laundry.
Refer to Safety chapters.
ALARM CODES AND POSSIBLE FAILURES
The appliance does not start or it stops during operation. First try to find a solution to the problem (refer to the tables).
Deactivate the appliance before carrying out any check.
With some problems, the display shows an alarm code and the Start/ Pause button may flash continuously:
Problem | Possible solution |
![]() The appliance does not fill with water properly. |
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![]() The appliance does not drain the water. |
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![]() The appliance door is open or not closed correctly. |
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![]() Internal fail. No communication between electronic elements of the appliance. |
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![]() The mains supply is unstable. |
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If the display shows other alarm codes, deactivate and activate the appliance. If the problem continues, contact the Authorised Service Centre.
In case of different problem with the washing machine check the table below for possible solutions.
Problem | Possible solution |
The programme does not start. |
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The appliance fills with water and drains immediately. |
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The spin phase does not operate or the washing cycle lasts longer than usual. |
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There is water on the floor. |
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You cannot open the appliance door. |
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The appliance makes an unusual noise and vibrates. |
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The programme duration increases or decreases during programme execution. |
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The washing results are not satisfactory. |
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Too much foam in the drum during the washing cycle. |
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After the check, activate the appliance. The programme continues from the point of interruption.
If the problem occurs again, contact the Authorised Service Centre.
The necessary data for the service centre are on the rating plate.
Before beginning the installation and use of this appliance, carefully read the supplied instructions.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any injuries or damage that are the result of incorrect installation or usage. Always keep the instructions in a safe and accessible location for future reference.
The installation must comply with relevant national regulations.
Risk of fire and electric shock.
Risk of injury, electric shock, fire, burns or damage to the appliance.
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