Zanussi TL762C User manual

WASHING MACHINE
TL 762 C
INSTRUCTION BOOK
129 4298 02

SOMETHING NOT WORKING ?
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If the machine does not start up :
check that the lid is firmly shut;
check that the appliance is plugged in;
check that the mains fuse is intact;
check that the programme selector dial is correctly
positioned.
If the machine does not fill :
is the tap on ?
is water coming out of the tap? Check.
is the inlet hose squashed or bent?
is the filter of the inlet hose clogged?
If the machine empties as it fills:
the end of the drain hose is too low.
If the machine does not drain and/or does not spin:
is the drain hose squashed or bent?
is the drain filter clogged?
If there is water on the floor:
too much detergent or unsuitable detergent? The
formation of foam can cause water leaks.
isoneofthejointsorthetapleaking?Itisnotalways
easy to see as the leak often runs along the hose.
If the machine vibrates or is too noisy:
haveallthetransitboltsandpackingbeenremoved?
is the machine touching something?
areallthefeetrestingfirmly onthe ground?Have the
lock nuts been secured?
If you are unable to identify or solve the problem,
consultourservicingdepartment.Beforetelephoning,
makeanoteof the make, model and date of purchase
of your machine: the Service Department will require
this information.
Youwill findthese infor-
mationsonthedataplate
of the appliance. It is
placed on the back of
the appliance
CONTENTS
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
DIMENSIONS Height 850 mm
Width 400 mm
Depth 600 mm
POWER SUPPLY VOLTAGE / FREQUENCY 230 V / 50 Hz
TOTAL POWER ABSORBED 2300 W (10 A)
HEATER RATING 1950 W
WATER PRESSURE Minimum 5 N/cm²
Maximum 80 N/cm²
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LOAD Cotton, linen 5 kg
Synthetics,delicate fabrics 2,5 kg
Wool 1,0 kg
SPIN SPEED 750 rpm
This appliance complies with the following E.E.C. Directives:
- 73/23 EEC of 19.2.73 (Low Voltage Directive) and subsequent modifications;
- 89/336 EEC of 3.5.89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive) and subsequent modifications.
Technical specifications ....................................................................................................................... Page 1
Warnings ................................................................................................................................................ Page 2
Installation ............................................................................................................................................. Page 3
Unpacking ............................................................................................................................................... Page 3
Water connection .................................................................................................................................... Page 3
Electrical connection ............................................................................................................................... Page 4
Levelling .................................................................................................................................................. Page 4
Use.......................................................................................................................................................... Page 5
Control panel ........................................................................................................................................... Page 5
Washing hints.......................................................................................................................................... Pages 6-7
Wash programmes .................................................................................................................................. Page 8
Wash code symbols ................................................................................................................................ Page 9
Operating instructions ............................................................................................................................. Page 10
Maintenance........................................................................................................................................... Page 11
Cleaning the machine.............................................................................................................................. Page 11
Cleaning the pump filter .......................................................................................................................... Page 11
Cleaning the detergent dispenser............................................................................................................ Page 11
Something not working ? ..................................................................................................................... Page 12

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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the machine :
Leave the lid open for a while after the wash to allow air
to circulate freely inside the machine;
The cabinet should be cleaned only with some soap-
suds and rinsed and dried carefully;
All polished, chromium plated and plastic parts should
only be cleaned with a damps cloth.
Itisadvisable, from timetotime,to carry out acomplete
cycle without a washing load, adding a decalcifying
product.
Tohelp youcleanthem andremoveany powderclots,the
hoppersofthemachinepowderdispensersareremovable.
Cleaning the pump filter
Themachinehas got anothermecanicfilterlocated on the
frontparttocollectlintandsmallobjects(toothpins,coins,
pins, etc.) inadvertently left in the clothes. It is essential
that this filter is cleaned regularly.
Frequency of cleaning depends on the type of articles
washed (cleaning should be more frequent if the articles
have no hem and tend to fray).
To clean the filter proceed as follows :
Open the flapdoor covering the filter by pressing the left
side of the filter door (fig. 1).
Place a container underneath to catch any spillage.
Accordingtothemodels,completethedrainoftheappliance
by taking away the yellow cap and by extracting the little
hose located on the left of the filter (fig. 2).
Turnthefilteranticlockwiseand
clean it thoroughly with running
water (fig. 3).
Refit the filter in the guides and
turn it clockwise.
Refitthelittlehoseandtheyellow
cap, then close the flapdoor.
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Cleaning the detergent dispenser
The detergent dispenser is very easy to remove. Just
turn the two screws 1/4 of a turn and slide the box
towards the top
Clean the detergent dispenser under running water with
a brush or a piece of rag.
Reposition the detergent dispenser into the lid and refix
the two screws
fig. 3
WARNINGS
Use only the recommended quantities of fabric
conditioner.
Petsandsmallchildrenmayclimbintowashingmachi-
nes. Check your appliance each time before use.
Youshouldnot attempttorepairthe machine yourself.
Repairs carried out by inexperienced or unqualified
personsmaycauseinjuryand/ormoreseriousfaultsto
the machine.
This product should be serviced by an authorized
Service Centre only, and only genuine spare parts
should be used.
You must read the whole of this instruction book
before you use the appliance. Follow the advice
carefully.
Keep the book for future reference. If you sell or give
awaytheappliance,makesurethatthebookispassed
to the new owner.
Thefollowing warnings areprovidedin the interestof
overallsafety.Youmustreadthembeforetheappliance
is installed or used.
This appliance is designed to be used by adults.
Childrenshouldnot beallowedtotouch thecontrolsor
play with the product.
It is dangerous to modify the specifications of this
appliance in any way.
This appliance is heavy. Care should be taken when
moving it.
Allpackagingandtransitboltsmustberemovedbefore
the appliance is used. Serious damage may occur if
this is not done.
Any plumbing work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified plumber or
competent person.
Any electrical work required to install this appliance
should be carried out by a qualified electrician or
competent person.
Make sure that the appliance does not stand on its
electrical supply cable.
If the machine is situated on a carpeted floor, please
adjust the feet to ensure that air can circulate freely.
Alwaysunplugtheapplianceandturnoffthewaterafter
use.
Do not overload the appliance.
Only wash fabrics which are designed to be machine
washed. If in doubt, follow the instructions you find on
the label of the item itself.
Make sure that all pockets are empty. Hard, sharp
objects such as coins, safety pins, nails, screws or
stones can cause extensive damage.
Donotmachinewashfabricswhich are saturated with
petroleum products. If volatile cleaning fluids have
beenused,makesurethattheyarethoroughlyremoved
fromthefabricsbeforetheyareplacedintheappliance.
fig. 1
fig. 2

6. Select the temperature
Choosethetemperaturewhichcorrespondstothechosen
programme, with the help or the indications of the pro-
gramme table, according to the fibers and the fastness of
the colours.
7. Select the programme
Choose the programme according to the nature and the
degree of soil of the laundry.
Turn the programme selector clockwise to select the
chosen programme.
Neverturn the timerknobwhen the washingmachine
is working.
8. Starting of programme
The ON/OFF pushbutton " " enables to switch on your
machine. The control lamp lights on and the programme
begins.
9. At the end of the programme.
Whentheselectedprogrammeisover,themachinestops
automatically. The timer knob stops on the position "I" for
the cotton programmes. The synthetic programmes end
by a rinse hold. You can finish these programmes by a
spinning(prog. 6)ora drain(prog.14). Depresstheon/off
pushbutton " " before doing your choice.
Becareful: asafetydeviceenablestoopenthelidofyour
waschine machine only about 90 seconds after the ma-
chine has stopped.
After each wash:
depressthe on/off pushbutton ; the control lamp lights
off.
press out the pushbutton if necessary
unplug the machine from the wall socket
turn off the water tap.
Operating instructions
1. Place the laundry in the drum
lift up the lid of the machine
open the drum with yourtwo
hands by pressing the button
Aand the two flapdoors till
they disengage
introduce the laundry into
thedrum;closethedrumand
the lid of the machine
Be careful : before closing the lid of your machine, make
sure that the drum flapdoors are correctly closed :
- the two flapdoors fastened
- the button Apressed out.
2. Measure out the detergent
Measure out the amount of
detergentrecommendedbythe
manufacturer in the main wash
compartment ( ).
If you wish to carry out a
prewash, pour the amount
required into the prewash
compartment ( ).
Do not exceed the MAX level.
If you wish to use liquid detergent :
choose a programme without prewash
put the measuring ball directly into the drum.
3. Add the bleach agent
You may use a bleach agent in all the washing program-
mes. However, make sure that the fabric withstands the
treatment. Bleach is automatically washed down into the
drum.Pour1/4to1glassof12°chlbleachintocompartment
marked before switching the machine on.
Makesurethattheleveloftheliquidneverexceedsthe
MAX level.
4. Add the fabric softener
Pourthesoftener,ifrequired,intothecompartmentmarked
. Do not exceed the MAX level.
5.Pressthehalfloadpushbutton" " ifrequired.
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Fig 6
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INSTALLATION
A
If you want to keep the
alignment of your appliance
withtheadjacentcupboards,
youhavethepossibilitytocut
the crossbar holding the
hoses located at the back of
yourwashingmachine(fig.6).
Water connection
Water inlet hose :
Connect the water inlet hose
to a cold water tap with a 3/4"
gas threaded orifice, after
having inserted the rugger
sealing washer with
incorporated filter (supplied
with the machine) into the
hose collar. If the water
connection is made onto new
pipesorontopipeswhichhave
not been used for a long time, it is advisable to run off a
certain amount of water before connecting the machine.
This will avoid foreign matter blocking the filter placed at
the end of the water inlet hose.
Water outlet hose :
Place the curved end of the outlet hose into a drain pipe
havinga heightbetween70 and100cm fromfloorlevelor
secure it to a sink or bath tub. Make sure that the drain
hoseis firmlysecuredso thatitwillnotslipoutor falldown
from its position.
Thewatershoulddrainfreelyand,consequently,thedrain
hose should not be choked or placed in such a way as to
obstruct the normal water flow. If an extension hose is
required, remember that it might cause a malfunction in
the drain pump, particularly if the extension has a length
in excess of 1 meter or if the diameter of the extension is
smaller than the diameter of the original drain hose.
Fig 1 Fig 2
Fig 5
D
Fig 6
AB
C
Fig 4
Fig 3
Unpacking
The parts protecting the inner components of the
machine during transit are red. They must all be
removed before using your machine for the first time.
These parts and their securing means should be kept
in case the machine has to be transported again.
1.Unpacktheappliance. Openthelidoftheapplianceand
remove the polystyrene wedge which blocks the drum.
Close the lid (fig.1).
2. Tip the appliance backwards (fig.2).
3.Remove the 2 screws (A) with red washers on the base
of the washing machine with a spanner then take out the
part (B) situated inside the appliance (fig.3).
4.Stand theapplianceupright again.Onthebackpart and
with the spanner, remove the two red loosened spacers
(C) (fig.4).
5.The holeswhicharenow visiblemustbe closedwiththe
plugs (D) provided with the appliance (fig. 5).
6.Pleaseensurethatthesepartshavebeenremovedfrom
the machine and keep them in case of next transport
(fig.6).
Be careful : when the machine is installed on carpeted
floor, ensure that the carpet do not obstruct the openings,
locatedatthebaseofthemachine,whichareprovidedfor
ventilation.

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Wash code symbols
These symbols appear on fabric label, in order to help you choose the best way to treat your laundry.
Electrical connection
Before you fit the plug into the wall socket, check the
following points :
1) That the supply voltage of the domestic wiring system
does not fluctuate by more that 10%, plus or minus, from
230 V.
2) That the meter, the fuses, the supply line and the wall
socketaresuitableto carry the maximum loadrequiredby
the machine (2,3 kW).
This appliance complies with the E.E.C. directive
No.87/308 of 2/6/87 relative to radio interference
suppression.
Very important :
The washing machine is provided with a feeding wire
with earth connection: it must be connected to a tap
like tat is provided with a good earth connection.
The manufacturer declines any responsibility where
the previous recommendations are not followed.
Note:the ratingplateisfixed on thebackof the appliance.
Levelling
Carefully level the machine
adjusting the levelling feet
locatedat thefront ofthebase
and then tighten the lock nuts
at the top of the feet.
Strongwash
WASH
Delicatewash
Max.wash
temperature95°C Max.wash temperature60°C Max.wash temperature40°C Max.wash
temperature30°C Hand
wash Do not
wash
at all
BLEACHING Bleach in cold water Do not bleach
IRONING Hot iron max. 200°C Warmiron max. 150°C Lukewarmironmax. 110°C Do not iron
DRY CLEANING Drycleaning in
perchlorethylenepetrol,pure
alcohol, R 111 & R 113
Drycleaning
inall solvents Dry cleaning in petrol, pure alcohol, and R 113 Do not dry clean
DRYING On the lineFlat On clothes hanger Tumbledry
high
temperature
low
temperature
Do not tumble dry

White and coloureds +
White
White
Short programme
Rinsings
Spinning
Synthetics +
Synthetics
Short programme
Delicate
Wool
Rinsings
Rinsing
Drain
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
Wash programmes
5 kg
2,5 kg
1,0 kg
2,5 kg
5 kg
Never turn the programme selector when the appliance is working.
60-90
60-90
40-60
30-40
40-60
40-60
30-60
-40
30-40
Prog. Temp.
°C
Products Max.
load End of prog.
85
( )
( )
( )
Programmes
RESISTANT LAUNDRY
cotton -linen
Rinse hold Spinning
DELICATE LAUNDRY
synthetics - wool
Never turn the programm selector when the appliance is working.
The detergent dispenser
1prewash compartment
( )
2mainwashcompartment
( )
3Bleachcompartment( )
4softener compartment
( )
Pourthenecessaryquantitiesofproductsintheappropriate
compartments.
Anti-unbalance :
This safety device keeps the appliance stable during the
final spin dry sequence. If the load of linen is badly
distributed (low load or knotted linen), the final spin dry
cycle will not take place. The linen will simply be allowed
to drip dry.
Control panel
1. ON/OFF pushbutton " "
Press the ON/OFF pushbutton, the programm starts. The
control lamp lights on.
2. Half load pushbutton " "
If pressed in at the beginning of a wash programme, it
allowstowasheconomicallysmallquantitiesoflaundry,up
to2,5kgofresistantlaundry(cotton-linen).Thispushbutton
is without effect on the synthetic and wool programmes.
3. Control lamp
The control lamp lights on when the appliance is working
(ON/OFFknob" "pressed).ItlightsoffwhentheON/OFF
pushbutton ( ) is pressed out.
4. Programme selector
It enables to select the most adapted programme to the
nature and degrees of soil of your laundry.
Turn the programme selector clockwise to select the
chosen programme.
Theprogrammeselectorindicateseachprogrammephase
as it takes place.
At the end of the programme, the appliance stops
automatically on a position off "I" or on the position rinse
hold.
Never turn the programme selector
anticlockwise.
5. Temperature knob
It enables to choose the most adapted temperature
between cold ( ) and 90°C. Choose the temperature
which corresponds to the chosen programme, with the
help of the indications of the programme table, according
to the fibers and the fastness of the colours.
USE
Drain
() : means that bleaching is possible, if the fibers can withstand the treatment.
When the selected programme is over, the washing machine stops automatically. The timer knob stops on the position "I"
by a spinning phase (for the cotton and linen programmes) or by a rinse hold (for the synthetics and wool programmes).
You can end these programmes with a spinning (by setting the timer on programme 6) or with a draining (by setting the
timer on programme 14). Please depress the ON/OFF pushbutton before doing your choice.
If your linen is not spin dried at the end of the cycle, check the linen load is correctly spread out through the drum
before restarting a spin dry cycle (see paragraph page 5).
Be carreful : the lid can only be opened 90 seconds after the machine has stopped.
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Detergents and additives
Good washing results also depend on the choice of
detergentand use of the correct quantities to avoidwaste
and protect the environment. Although biodegradable,
detergents contain substances which in large quantities
can damage the delicate ecological balance of nature.
Always use good quality detergents suitable for use
in washing machines.
Follow the indications given by the detergent manufactu-
rer according to the weight of laundry, the degree of soil
and the hardness of the water in your area; if you do not
know how hard it is, ask your local Water Authority.
Powder detergents.
The washing powder should be placed in the appropriate
compartmentsofthedispenserdrawerbeforestartingthe
programme.Specialdetergentsareavailaibleforcoloured
and delicate fabrics and for wool.
<<Concentrated>> powder detergents
Pour the concentrated powder detergent into the main
wash ( ) compartment.
Avoidselectingprogrammesincludingprewashwhen
concentrated detergents are used.
LIquid detergents
Using the new automatic dispenser for liquid detergents,
it is possible to use a liquid detergent for main wash
phases.
Liquid detergents can be used instead of powder
detergents particularly for lightly soiled laundry and for
medium or low temperature washing programmes, while
itis bettertouse apowderdetergent forhightemperature
washing
programmes.
Liquid additives
Any liquid additives for softening the laundry must be
pouredintothecompartment ofthedetergentdispen-
ser drawer before starting the programme.
Theadditionofwatersoftenerisparticularlyusefulwhen
drying the clothes in a tumble dryer after washing to
avoid a static charge.
Bleach
Youmay use ableachagent inallthe washingprogram-
mes.However,makesurethatthe fabric withstands the
treatment.Bleachisautomaticallywasheddownintothe
drum. Pour 1/4 to 1 glass of 12°chl bleach into
compartment " " before switching the machine on.
Make sure that the level of the liquid never exceeds the
grid.
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Washing hints
Youareadvisednottoleaveyourlaundrytoolong,especially
whendamp. Damp laundryproducesmoult andunpleasant
smells.
Moult stains cannot be removed.
Sort your laundry.
Study carefully the chart in this booklet explaining the
symbols used on clothes labels (see page 9).
The following points are particularly important :
a line under the bowl means that the garment cannot be
washed using programmes for resistant fabrics such as
cotton and linen;
do not mix coloured garments with whites;
anticreasematerialslike polyester/cottonshouldbe treated
as synthetics;
non-resistant fabrics like acrylic and most curtain materials
should be treated as delicate fabrics;
the wool programme is designed specifically for pure new
wool. Other types of wool and wool mixtures may shrink or
felt if machine-washed.
Woollen garments should be spun briefly immediately after
washing.
Pre-wash
Pre-wash is not normally necessary. Your new washing
machinecombinedwithmoderndetergentswillgiveperfect
washing results without pre-wash, thus saving energy,
time, water and detergent.
However,whenthelaundryisparticularlydirty(forexample
ifyouhavetowashmechanics'overallsorbutchers'aprons),
youareadvisedtousepre-washwithabiologicaldetergent.
Temperatures
Wesuggestthatwhitecottonandlinen,ifitisnotexcessively
soiled,can bewashed at60°insteadof90°C.There should
benoreduction in performance, buttherewillbe an energy
saving of approximately 30%.
The same applies to a lesser extent to fast coloured
garments.
They usually require a temperature of 60°C but if they are
not excessively dirty, you will have satisfactory results at
40°C.
Garments with non-fast colours should not be washed at
temperatures above 40°C. If fast and non-fast colours are
washedtogether,theyshouldbetreatedasnon-fastcolours
and therefore the temperature should not exceed 40°C.
Resistant white and coloured synthetics can normally be
washedat60°C but alsointhiscase 40°C is sufficientifthe
laundry is not excessively dirty.
Delicate synthetics, synthetics with non-fast colours and
woollen garments must never be washed above 40°C.
Asyoualreadyknow,yourwashingmachinecanalsowash
with cold water. However, it must be remembered that the
detergentscurrentlyonthemarkethavenotbeendesigned
for cold washes and that in winter, when the water is very
cold, they may not dissolve adequately.
We suggest the use of liquid detergents.
How much laundry can be washed in one load?
Strictlyspeakingyoushouldalwaysweighyour laundry.
The drum will take a maximum of 5 kg of cotton and
linen. For synthetics and delicate fabrics, the maximum
load is 2,5 kg and for wool, 1 kg.
As weighing can be complicated, we suggest you
estimate the weight according to how full the drum is:
cotton and linen : drum full not too tighty packed
resistant synthetics : no more than 2/3 of the drum
delicate fabrics and wool : no more than 1/2 of the
drum.
Before placing the laundry in the machine:
mend all tears, holes and ladders;
secure loose buttons and close poppers and zips;
do not wash frayed garments - mend hems before
washing;
remove all small objects from pockets. Nails, pins, clips
and similar objects can seriously damage your washing
machine and laundry;
remove curtain hooks;
wash coloured garments and in particular those with
non-fast colours separately when washing for the first
time. They are likely to lose colour the first time they are
washed.
treat obstinate stains such as grass, rust, tar, paint, ink
etc. with a stain remover before washing.
To remove paint stains, for example, use a volatile
substance such as turpentine: in this case, you should
wait for it to dry completely before washing.
The manufacturer of your washing machine is not
responsible for any damage deriving from the use of
volatile, inflammable or toxic substances.
At the end of the washing
Damp laundry should be dried as soon as possible after
finishing the wash.
Knitwear and woollens should be dried flat away from
direct sunlight.
Level Characteristic French degrees
°dH m mol °T.H.
1 Soft 0 - 7 0 - 1,3 0 - 15
2 medium 8 - 14 1,4 - 2,5 16 - 25
3 hard 15 - 21 2,6 - 3,8 26 - 37
4 very hard > 21 > 3,8 > 37
Degrees of water hardness
German degreesGerman degrees
German degreesGerman degrees
German degrees