Zanussi ZWF844B4PW User Manual - Page 22

- liquid detergents, preferably for low temperature wash programmes (60 °C max) for all types of fabric, or special ones for woollens only. • The choice and quantity of detergent will depend on: type of fabric (delicates, woollens, cottons, etc), the colour of clothes, size of the load, degree of soiling, wash temperature and hardness of the water used. • Follow the instructions that you find on packaging of the detergents or other treatments without exceeding the indicated maximum level ( ). • Do not mix different types of detergents. • Use less detergent if: - you are washing a small load, - the laundry is lightly soiled, - there is large amounts of foam during washing. • When using detergent tabs or pods, always put them inside the drum, not in the detergent dispenser. Insufficient detergent may cause: • unsatisfactory washing results, • the wash load to turn grey, • greasy clothes, • mould in the appliance. Excessive detergent may cause: • sudsing, • reduced washing effect, • inadequate rinsing, • a greater impact for the environment. ECOLOGICAL HINTS To save water, energy and to help protect the environment, we recommend that you follow these tips: CARE AND CLEANING • Normally soiled laundry may be washed without prewash in order to save detergent, water and time (the environment is protected too!). • Loading the appliance to the maximum capacity indicated for each programmes helps to reduce energy and water consumption. • With adequate pre-treatment, stains and limited soiling can be removed; the laundry can then be washed at a lower temperature. • To use the correct quantity of detergent, refer to the quantity suggested by the detergent producer and check the water hardness of you domestic system. Refer to 'Water hardness'. • Set the maximum possible spin speed for the selected washing programme before drying your laundry in a tumble dryer. This will save energy during drying! WATER HARDNESS 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. WARNING! Refer to Safety chapters. The appliance is intended for normal household use only. Read the chapter carefully for best maintenance and care. PERIODIC CLEANING SCHEDULE 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 22