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.
These warnings have been provided in the interest of safety. You MUST read them carefully before installing or
using the appliance.
CHECK THE APPLIANCE UPON RECEPTION AND SHOULD ANY DAMAGE BE OBSERVED CALL YOUR
RETAILER BEFORE YOU MAKE IT WORK.
InstallationUse
nThis appliance is heavy. Care should be taken whennAlways unplug the appliance and turn off the water
moving it.after use.
nIt is dangerous to alter the specifications or attemptnDo not overload the appliance. See relevant section in
to modify this product in any way.instruction book.
nAll packing and transit bolts must be removed beforenAlways look through the glass door to check if water
use. Serious damage can occur to the product and tohas drained before opening the door before draining
property if this is not adhered to. See relevant sectionthe water. If in doubt, refer to your instruction book
in instructions.nThe user should always check that they have not left
nAny plumbing work required to install this appliancetheir gas lighter (disposable or otherwise) in their
should be carried out by a qualified plumber orclothing
competent person.nOnly wash fabrics which are designed to be machine
nAny electrical work required to install this appliancewashed. If in doubt, consult the care label on the
should be carried out by a qualified electrician orclothes.
competent person.nBefore washing, ensure that all pockets are empty
nCare must be taken to ensure that the appliance doesand buttons and zips are fastened. Avoid washing
not stand on the electrical supply cable.frayed or torn articles and treat stains such as paint,
ink, rust, and grass before washing. Underwired bras
nIf the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please
must NOT be machine washed.
adjust the feet in order to allow air to circulate freely.
nAny objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws,
nThe washing machine must be unplugged when
stones or any other hard, sharp material can cause
removing the interior transits bolts. Do not plug the
extensive damage and must not be placed into the
appliance before finishing the removal of the transit
machine.
bolts and the fixing of the caps in the holes where
n
the security bolts wereGarments which have been in contact with volatile
petroleum products should not be machine washed. If
volatile cleaning fluids are used, care should be taken
Child Safetyto ensure that the fluid is removed from the garment
nThis appliance is designed to be operated by adults.before placing in the machine.
Children should not be allowed to tamper with thenWash small items such as socks, laces, washable belts
controls or play with the product.etc in a washing bag or pillow case as it is possible
nPets and children have been known to climb intofor such items to slip down between the tub and the
washing machines. Please check your drum beforeinner drum.
use.nOnly use the advised quantities of fabric softener.
nThe glass door becomes very hot during the washingDamage to the fabric can ensue if you over-fill. Refer
cycle. Keep children away from the vicinity of theto the manufacturerOs recommendations of quantities.
appliance whilst it is in operation.nAs some duvets and eiderdowns should be washed in
nKeep all packaging well away for children.large commercial machines because of their bulk,
please check with the manufacturer of the item before
nKeep all detergents in a safe place out of childrenOs
washing in a domestic machine.
reach.
nLeave the porthole door slightly ajar between washes
to preserve the door seal.
nUnder 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.
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