EN User manual Washing Machine ZWS 688
Contents Safety information _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Safety instructions _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Product description _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Control panel _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ First use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Daily use _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Helpful hints and tips _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 Programmes _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Consumption values _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ What to do if… _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ Technical
• Obey the maximum load volume of 6 kg (refer to the “Programme chart” chapter). • If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard. • The operating water pressure (minimum and maximum) must be between 0,5 bar (0,05 MPa) and 8 bar (0,8 MPa) • The ventilation openings in the base (if applicable) must not be obstructed by a carpet.
• Before you connect the appliance to new pipes or pipes not used for a long time, let the water flow until it is clean. • The first time you use the appliance, make sure that there is no leakage. Use Warning! Risk of injury, electrical shock, fire, burns or damage to the appliance. • Use this appliance in a household environment. • Obey the safety instructions on the detergent packaging. • Do not put flammable products or items that are wet with flammable products in, near or on the appliance.
Product description 1 Detergent dispenser drawer 2 Control panel 1 2 3 Door opening handle 4 Rating plate 5 Drain pump 6 Adjustable feet 3 4 5 6 Rubber feet kit (4055126249) Available from your authorized dealer. The rubber feet are particularly recommended on floating, slippery and wooden floors. Mount the rubber feet to prevent vibration, noises and displacement of the appliance during operation. Read carefully the instructions supplied with the kit.
Detergent dispenser drawer Compartment for detergent used for prewash and soak phase or for stain remover used during the stain action phase (if available). The prewash and soak detergent is added at the beginning of the wash programme. The stain remover is added during the stain action phase. Compartment for powder or liquid detergent used for main wash. If using liquid detergent pour it just before starting the programme. Compartment for liquid additives (fabric softener, starch).
Programme selector dial, spin speed button and available options Programme Selector Dial It allows you to switch the appliance on/off and/ or to select a programme. Available options: Spin Reduction By pressing this button you can change the spin speed of the selected programme or to select Rinse Hold or No Spin option. No spin By selecting this option, all spinning phases are suppressed and replaced by a drain, so as not to wrinkle the laundry. Recommended for extremely delicate fabrics.
measure of detergent into the main wash compartment and start the machine. Daily use Load the laundry Open the door by carefully pulling the door handle outwards. Place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, shaking them out as much as possible. Close the door. Make sure that no laundry stays between the seal and the door. There is a risk of water leakage or damage to the laundry.
Start the programme by pressing button 5 To start the selected programme, press the button 5, the corresponding green pilot light stops blinking. The pilot light corresponding to the running phase illuminates. The appliance starts operating and the door is locked. To interrupt a programme which is running, press the button 5: the corresponding green pilot light starts blinking. To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button 5 again.
Treat curtains with special care. Remove hooks or tie them up in a bag or net. Removing stains Stubborn stains may not be removed by just water and detergent. It is therefore advisable to treat them prior to washing. Blood: treat fresh stains with cold water. For dried stains, soak overnight in water with a special detergent then rub in the soap and water. Oil based paint: moisten with benzine stain remover, lay the garment on a soft cloth and dab the stain; treat several times.
structions. When the degree of hardness is soft, readjust the quantity of the detergent. Programmes Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed - Maximum Fabrics Type of Laundry - Load Options COTTONS 90° - 60° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 800 rpm Max. load 6 kg - Reduced load 3 kg 1) White cotton (heavily or normally soiled items).
Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed - Maximum Fabrics Type of Laundry - Load Options DELICATES 40° - 30° - Cold Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 600 rpm Max. load kg 3 - Reduced load kg 1.5 1) Delicate fabrics: acrylics, viscose, polyester. SPIN REDUCTION NO SPIN RINSE HOLD PREWASH 2) SUPER QUICK EXTRA RINSE HANDWASH 40° - 30° Main wash - Rinses Maximum spin speed at 800 rpm Max.
Programme - Maximum and Minimum Temperature Cycle Description - Maximum Spin Speed - Maximum Fabrics Type of Laundry - Load SPIN Drain and long spin Maximum spin speed at 800 rpm Max. load 6 kg Separate spin for hand washed cotton garments and after programmes with the Rinse Hold option selected. If necessary, reduce the spin speed to adapt it to the fabrics to be spun. Detergent Compartment Options SPIN REDUCTION O = OFF For cancelling the programme which is running or to switch the machine off .
ber of flashes is different from the ones indicated below, this is related to a fault that you can not solve. In this case, contact your local Service Centre. Press simultaneously the buttons 4 and 5 for a few seconds. The red button 5 light will flash for a short time as described (the green flash is not to be considered) : • 4 flashes = «The washing machine does not start», follow the corresponding suggestions in «Possible cause/Solutions» box and restart the programme.
Problem Possible cause/Solution The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: The drain hose is squashed or kinked (the button 5 red light blinks). • Check the drain hose connection. The drain filter is clogged (the button 5 red light blinks). • Clean the drain filter. An option or a programme that ends with the water still in the tub or a that eliminates all the spinning phases has been selected. • Select the draining or spinning programme. The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum.
Problem Possible cause/Solution Spinning starts late or the machine does not spin: The electronic unbalance detection device has cut in because the laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. The laundry is redistributed by reverse rotation of the drum. This may happen several times before the unbalance disappears and normal spinning can resume. If, after 10 minutes, the laundry is still not evenly distributed in the drum, the machine will not spin.
any laundry washing, and according to the softening powder manufacturer's instructions. This will help to prevent the formation of lime deposits. External cleaning Clean the exterior cabinet of the appliance with soap and water only, and then dry thoroughly. Cleaning the dispenser drawer The washing powder and additive dispenser drawer should be cleaned regularly. • a problem with water draining is detected (see chapter “What to do if...” for more details). 1. 2.
When the container is full of water, put the drainage duct back again and empty the container. Do steps 3 and 4 again and again until no more water flows out from the drain pump. 1 Clean the filter under the water tap and put it back in the pump into the special guides. Make sure that you tighten correctly the filter to prevent leakages. 2 Pull back the drainage duct. Unscrew the filter and remove it. Close the pump door.
5. 6. empty the drain pump as described in the ‘Emergency emptying out’ section. when the drain pump is empty, install the water inlet hose again. Warning! • Unscrew the hose from the machine. Keep a rag nearby because some water may flow. • Clean the filter in the valve with a stiff brush or with the piece of cloth. 35° 45° • Screw the hose back to the machine and make sure the connection is tight. • Turn on the water tap.
Any necessary adjustment can be made with a spanner. Accurate levelling prevents vibration, noise and displacement of the machine during operation. Never place cardboard, wood or similar materials under the machine to compensate for any unevenness in the floor. After removing all the packaging, carefully lay machine on it's back to remove the polystyrene base from the bottom. If necessary, check the setting with a spirit level.
Open the porthole and extract the inlet hose. Connect the appropriate end of the hose to the appliance with the angled connection as showed in the picture. Do not place the inlet hose downwards. Angle the hose to the left or right depending on the position of your water tap. After positioning the inlet hose, be sure to tighten the ring nut again to prevent leaks . Connect the other end of the inlet hose to a tap with a 3/4” thread. Always use the hose supplied with the appliance.
Packaging materials The materials marked with the symbol are recyclable. >PE<=polyethylene >PS<=polystyrene >PP<=polypropylene This means that they can be recycled by disposing of them properly in appropriate collection containers. Ecological hints To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips: 22 • Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewashing in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!).
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