Zanussi ZWD 1261 W Instruction Booklet
Zanussi ZWD 1261 W Instruction Booklet

Zanussi ZWD 1261 W Instruction Booklet

Zanussi instruction booklet washer-dryer zwd 1261 w
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WASHER-DRYER
ZWD 1261 W
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
GB
132986760

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  • Page 1 WASHER-DRYER ZWD 1261 W INSTRUCTION BOOKLET 132986760...
  • Page 2: Important Safety Information

    Important Safety 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.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents For the User Your New Washer-Dryer Important Safety Information Description of the Appliance Detergent dispenser drawer The Control Panel Operating Sequence Washing 5 kg of white cotton at 95°C Load the laundry Measure out the detergent Measure out the fabric softener Select the spin speed or option “R ”or “N...
  • Page 4: Your New Washer-Dryer

    Your New Washer-Dryer Your new washer-dryer meets all modern requirements for effective treatment of laundry with low water, energy and detergent consumption. It is gentle with your laundry, simple to use and easy to care for. The special wool programme with its new delicate wash system treats your woollens with extreme care.
  • Page 5: Description Of The Appliance

    Description of the Appliance 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Programme guide 3 Drying time selector dial 4 Drying indicator light 5 “Mains-on” light 6 “On-Off” button 7 “Half Load” button 8 Spin Speed selector dial 9 Programme selector dial 10 Door opening handle 11 Filter 12 Adjustable feet Deterg ent dispenser drawer...
  • Page 6: The Control Panel

    The Control Panel 1 Programme guide 2 Drying time selector dial Graduated up to 120 mins for cottons (blue section) and synthetics (green section), this dial allows you to select the desired drying time according to the type and quantity of laundry and the required degree of dryness. Turn the dial clockwise only.
  • Page 7: Operating Sequence

    Operating Sequence Before the first wash, we recommend that you run a cotton cycle at 95°C, without any laundry in the machine, to remove any manufacturing residue from the drum and tub. Pour 1/2 a measure of detergent into the main wash compartment of the dispenser drawer and start the machine.
  • Page 8: Start The Machine

    6. Start the machine Before starting 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: Spin

    Close the drawer gently. 4. Select the spin speed or option or R NO SPIN INSE Turn the dial to the required position. 5. Select the programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to the programme K. 6. Start the machine Before starting up the machine check that: the appliance is plugged in the water supply taps are turned on...
  • Page 10: Drying 2.5 Kg Of Cotton

    DRYING 2.5 KG OF COTTON You have for example just machine-washed and spun at 1200 rpm 5 kg of laundry. They are cotton fabrics of medium weight which you want to iron as soon as they are dry. Switch off the machine. Then remove the laundry from the appliance and divide the items to obtain two loads of approx.
  • Page 11: Autodrying 1 Kg Of Mixed Fabrics

    AUTODRYING 1 KG OF MIXED FABRICS You intend to wash and dry automatically 1 kg of mixed fabrics which do not need ironing. Proceed as follows: 1. Load the laundry. 2. Add the washing powder and fabric softener. 3. Select the programme Turn the programme selector dial clockwise to programme K.
  • Page 12: Washing And Drying Hints

    Washing and Drying 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...
  • Page 13: Which Detergent To Use

    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 14: 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 15: 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 16 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 30° or mixed fabrics Separate spin for Short Spin delicate items...
  • Page 17: Drying Programmes

    Drying Programmes Degree of drying Type of fabric Cotton and linen (towels, T-shirts, bathrobes) Store dry (*) Programme J Suitable for items to put away Synthetic and mixed without ironing fabrics (jumpers, blouses, underwear, household linen) Programme N Cotton and linen Iron dry (sheets, tablecloths, Suitable for...
  • Page 18: 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 19: The Dangers Of Freezing

    If the filter is blocked and the machine is unable to drain you will need to drain the water manually from the machine at this stage. To do this, unhook the drain hose from the standpipe or sink and hold the end of the hose over a bowl on the floor.
  • Page 20: 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 21: Service And Spare Parts

    Electrolux appliance or for further information on Zanussi Electrolux products, please contact our Customer Care Department by letter or telephone at the address below or visit our website at www.zanussi.co.uk Customer Care Department - Zanussi Electrolux 55-77 High Street - Slough...
  • Page 22: 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 23: 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 24: 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 25: Water Inlet

    Water inlet The inlets on the back of the appliance are colour coded, blue for cold and red for hot. Connect the hose supplied with the machine to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Do not use previously used hoses. If only a cold water supply is available, connect the two hoses to a cold water outlet by means of a «Y»...
  • Page 26: Water Drainage

    If your drain hose looks like this (see below) you do not require the “U” piece”. Just push the hose firmly into the standpipe. 2. Onto a sink outlet spigot. If the outlet spigot has not been used before, remove any blanking plug that may be in place.
  • Page 27: 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 28 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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