Zanussi is one of the world's most famous manufacturers of household appliances. On sale you can find a large number of various models of washing machines of this brand. For installation in small spaces, compact units with vertical loading are usually chosen - for example, models ZWQ 61225, ZWP 582, ZWQ 61216. What are the advantages and disadvantages of such equipment? We will answer this and many other pressing questions in this article.
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Instructions in Russian for using the Zanussi easyiron washing machine
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Pros and cons of Zanussi washing machines
The Zanussi brand is a well-known brand of household appliances. The company was founded in 1916 in Italy as a manufacturer of wood-burning stoves. Since the middle of the 20th century, the company has significantly expanded its product range and put the production of washing machines on the conveyor belt.
During the financial crisis of the 80s, the brand became part of the large Swedish manufacturing concern Electrolux. The merger of capitals strengthened the positions of the two brands.
The production of washing units reached a new level in 1984 - the concern integrated its own development of automatic regulation of water consumption and energy consumption depending on the weight of the laundry.
Zanussi is a transnational corporation with a vast geographical location of equipment production plants. In addition to Italy, the production of washing machines has been established in Russia, Ukraine, Poland and France, Romania, Germany, Great Britain and Turkey
The strengths of Zanussi cars include:
All equipment meets European standards. Regardless of the country of origin, washing machines are reliable and durable.
Rating of units of different brands. The evaluation criterion is the number of calls to service centers during the first three years of operation. Zanussi takes 3rd place, the list of reliable equipment is headed by Bosch washing machines
Washing machines are aimed at a wide range of users, and therefore their price is quite affordable.
The track record of shortcomings is more modest . The list was compiled based on an assessment of technical equipment and consumer reviews. Significant disadvantages:
The operation of washing machines cannot be called silent. The sound pressure level at the peak of spin reaches 72-80 dB. The negative aspects include the persistent smell of rubber - the “aroma” persists for the first 2-3 weeks of use.
Characteristics
| Maximum load | 5.5 kg |
| Max. spin speed | 850 rpm |
| Control type | mechanical/electronic |
| Indication of program steps | Yes |
| Leak protection | add. option |
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Decoding the markings of Zanussi washing machines
The name of the equipment is systematized - the designation contains the main parameters. Understanding the labeling will help you navigate the variety of assortments.
Explanation of the name using the example of a front-facing machine ZWSE7100VS. The alphanumeric series characterizes the basic parameters of the washing machine: loading method, capacity, spin speed, series and appearance
All markings can be divided into three blocks. Let's look at the gradation using the example of ZWSE7100VS .
Block 1. In this case, the letter marking ZWS , which means:
Narrow compact modifications are marked FC - Front Compact, built-in modifications are designated ZWI , where I - Integrated.
Block 2. Displays the functionality of the unit. In our example, it corresponds to the link E710 . Marker decoding:
Block 3. The last signs indicate the design of the washing machine - the color of the body and door.
The main advantages of Zanussi washing machines
Zanussi is an Italian company that was founded more than 100 years ago. Over its century-long history, the company has grown from a small workshop to a world-famous production network. Today Zanussi is a recognized symbol of quality and reliability, the author of landmark technical innovations. The main advantages of washing machines of this brand:
- the widest range of models in various price ranges - from economy class to luxury multifunctional equipment;
- high quality bearings and other components;
- economical consumption of electricity and water;
- the presence of additional functions, the ability to select a model with options for drying, ironing, and special types of washing;
- reliable child protection system;
- simple and intuitive controls.
General tips for working with Zanussi washing machines
Zanussi washing machines are durable and reliable. Their main advantages are the ability to work in accelerated or silent mode, the presence of programs that provide delicate cleaning of children's things, energy saving and disinfection. The company also provided consumers with the ability to quickly determine the cause of problems using codes displayed on the display.
The causes of breakdowns and emergency situations are often non-compliance with the rules and recommendations specified in the instructions, incorrect installation or frequent power failures.
Zanussi program table: description and symbols
On Zanussi washing machines, the designations are practically no different from other models. There are icons around the rotary switch, the descriptions of which can be found in the table below. Basic and additional modes allow you to effectively care for your laundry.
You can select the Zanussi mode for a specific type of fabric or according to the degree of soiling of the items.
| Symbol | Titles | Values | Approximate washing time* |
| Cotton | Suitable for cotton white and colored linen. Long-term washing at a temperature of 60-95 degrees allows you to wash even work and heavily soiled clothes, towels and bedding. | 120-175 minutes | |
| Synthetics | Synthetic items are washed at low temperatures of 30-40 degrees. After the spin is completed, the anti-crease function is added. Suitable for underwear, towels, tablecloths, shirts. | 85-95 minutes | |
| Power Saving Mode | An additional function that connects to the main programs. For example, turning on the function at a temperature of 90° will reduce it to 67°, at 60° it will reduce it to 40°. This approach allows you to save electricity. Cannot be used with Quick Wash. | – | |
| Delicate | With the program you can wash clothes made from thin and lace fabrics, as well as items marked “Hand Wash”. | 65-75 minutes | |
| Jeans | Proper care of denim allows you to avoid shedding and pre-fading. | 130-140 minutes | |
| Wool | Using a special program, woolen items do not shrink or pill. The regime takes place with minimal or no spinning. | 50-60 minutes | |
| Children's 30, 40 | Suitable for caring for baby clothes at water temperatures of 30 and 40 degrees. Washing in a large amount of water ensures complete rinsing of detergents. | 30-40 minutes | |
| Hygienic 90 | Washing at a high temperature of 90 degrees eliminates dust mites and allergens. Three intermediate rinses help remove powder. | about 120 minutes | |
| Blankets 30 and 40 | Suitable for washing items with various fillings, at a temperature of 30-40 degrees. | 65-75 minutes | |
| Shoes 30-40 | Wash your shoes at 40 degrees. The program includes the main mode, three rinse and spin cycles at 1000 rpm. | from 120 minutes | |
| Night wash | The long cycle runs as quietly as possible and uses minimal energy. After the end of the cycle, the program stops with water in the tank. You need to turn on the spin cycle yourself. | about 120 minutes | |
| Prewash | It takes place at a temperature of 30 degrees. Used for heavily soiled laundry to improve the quality of washing. | 40-115 minutes (depending on fabric type) | |
| Stain removal | To use the function, pour stain removing detergent into the special compartment of the dispenser. Water temperature 40 degrees. | – | |
| Extra rinse | You can turn on the mode after the main programs to effectively get rid of powder. | 50-60 minutes | |
| Spin | If the laundry has not been spun enough, re-spin. | 10-20 minutes | |
| Drain | Forced draining is useful in the “Night wash” mode. | 0-10 minutes |
*The table shows approximate time frames. The cycle duration may vary within these limits or go beyond them - it depends on the specific model. Take a look at the instructions for your machine - in most of them, the table of programs also includes time consumption.
How to select and turn on a mode on a Zanussi washing machine
The user must know how to properly configure and install one or another mode. To select, you need to turn the program selector and stop it at the desired mode. Activate additional functions by pressing buttons. The cycle time depends on the installed program.
How to decipher the icons?
Control panels can be designed in different ways. It’s good if the modes are signed, as, for example, in the ZWS 5107 model. But in most machines of this brand, control is carried out using graphic icons. So, the Zanussi Aquacycle 800 modification does not have any inscriptions - just symbols. The meaning of some signs is intuitive, others have to be deciphered. The instructions and our article will help with this. We have given in the table the meanings of the symbols most often used by the manufacturer.
| Designations | The name of the program | Descriptions | Time, min |
| cotton flower | Washing cotton products | Turn it on if you need to wash cotton laundry. The process takes place in the temperature range of 60–95 °C. For colored water, the water is warm, but white is not afraid of high temperatures, you can even boil it. Feel free to set the temperature to maximum if you load white sheets, pillowcases, tablecloths, and towels into the tank. Suitable for any dirty clothes - hot water washes the most difficult stains well | 120—175 |
| Sign resembling a flask | For synthetics and combined fabrics | Synthetics do not like heat. The optimal temperature is 30-40 °C. Suitable for any synthetic, as well as lightly soiled combined items: underwear, shirts and blouses that do not require ironing. Apply spin and then anti-crease mode | 85—95 |
| Tree | Eco | This is economy mode. Why is he associated with a tree? By saving resources, we preserve nature. Once you understand this, it is easy to remember the meaning of this symbol. This option is optional. If you add it to a program that washes at 90 °C, then eco will reduce the temperature to 67 °C, if at 60 °C - to 40 °C | Additional option - its time depends on the main program |
| Flower | Delicate wash | Used for the thinnest or most capricious fabrics. Included if you need to wash exquisite linen or lace items | 65—75 |
| Basin with hand dipped in water | Handwash | You can wash everything that the manufacturer recommends hand washing | 50—60 |
| Jeans | For denim clothes | Jeans are practical, but prone to fading. A program has been created for her that prevents shedding and slows down fading. | 10—140 |
| Skein of wool | For woolen items | Lean process. Warm water is used, the speed is set to low. Prevents shrinkage of products and matting of hairs | 50—60 |
| Cross | Disinfection | This is a hygienic process initiated for the sake of disinfection. Dust mites and other allergens die. Used for products that can be processed at 90 °C | 120 |
| bib | Baby clothes | A distinctive feature is the large amount of water in the tank. Children's clothes are washed in warm water (30-40 °C). The mode allows you to rinse the detergent thoroughly | 30—40 |
| Square - stylized blanket | For blankets | Suitable for products with different fillings. water heats up to 30-40 °C | 65—75 |
| Boot | Shoes | Temperature: 40°C. The program consists of the main mode, three rinse and spin cycles (1000 rpm) | 120 |
| Moon with stars | Night process | The peculiarity of this cycle is its duration. It can last for several hours. The device operates almost silently so as not to disturb the sleep of household members. Energy consumption is minimal | 120 and more |
| Upside down. letter P with a vertical line in the middle | preliminary | Machine soaking. To wash especially dirty things easier and better | 40—115 |
| T-shirt with a dirty stain | Removing stains | Additional option. To use the function, stain remover is poured into the appropriate dispenser. Heating temperature - 40 °C | Depending on the stain remover manufacturer's recommendation |
| Basin with water and plus on top | Additional rinse | Included as an addition to the main program. Helps to rinse out washing powder better | 20—30 |
| Spiral | Spin | You can turn it on again if the laundry is not wrung out properly. It is performed either at the speed specified by the program or selected by the user. The number of revolutions in most models can be set independently | 10—20 |
| Pelvis with arrow pointing down | Forced drain mode | This option is especially relevant for night washing. | 0—10 |
Advantages
There is an opinion that front-loading washing machines are more reliable than vertical ones. But this is just a stereotype - the location of the loading hatch in no way affects the quality of washing and the durability of the unit. If you plan to install the machine in a cramped bathroom or small closet, then feel free to choose a top-loading model.
Loading of laundry is carried out through the top hatch
The main advantages of such equipment:
- Small dimensions. The standard width of the unit is 60 cm, depth – 40 cm, height – up to 90 cm.
- Optimal loading volumes. According to this indicator, the units do not differ from their front-loading counterparts.
- Ease of use. Due to the fact that the hatch is located on top, during the washing process you can pause the program and add laundry to the drum.
- Safety for children. The control panel is located on the lid, making it difficult for small children to reach and press buttons. In addition, a small child will not be able to attempt to open the drum hatch.
Zanussi top loading washing machine drum
Flaws
Any appliance has its pros and cons, and the Zanussi top-loading washing machine is no exception. The choice of models is not as wide as compared to front-facing analogues. This is explained simply: cars with the usual round hatches located on the front wall are more popular. Consequently, manufacturers are investing more time and money in expanding the model range of just such equipment.
From a purely practical point of view, such washing machines also have a disadvantage - you cannot place household items, laundry baskets or detergents on the top cover. Due to the upper location of the loading hatch, such a unit is difficult to integrate into a built-in kitchen set.
Repair cost
The final cost of repair depends on the type of problem with your washer. It is determined by the technician during diagnostics. But now you can get acquainted with the approximate cost of repair work. For convenience, the information is divided into 2 blocks - by the name of the work and depending on the symptoms of the breakdown.
| Symptoms of a problem | Repair time | Price ** |
| Expert visit and diagnostics* | 5-10 minutes | 0 rub.* |
| No drain | from 20 minutes | from 1000 rub. |
| No water heating | 30-60 minutes | from 1800 rub. |
| Lights are flashing | from 20 minutes | from 1300 rub. |
| Doesn't start, power light is off | from 20 minutes | from 1400 rub |
| Doesn't spin the drum | from 40 minutes | from 1100 rub. |
| Water does not fill | from 30 minutes | from 1200 rub |
| It makes noise and creaks | from 40 minutes | from 1500 rub. |
| Vibrates strongly | from 40 minutes | from 1600 rub. |
| Kicks out traffic jams | 30-60 minutes | from 1800 rub. |
| Water is leaking from under the machine | from 30 minutes | from 1200 rub. |
| No spin | from 40 minutes | from 1100 rub. |
| The hatch of the car does not open | from 30 minutes | from 1700 rub. |
| The hatch of the car does not close | from 30 minutes | from 1700 rub. |
| Rinse mode does not start | from 30 minutes | from 1900 rub. |
* If you refuse repairs, you must pay 400 rubles. for calling the master
** The cost of repairs is indicated FOR WORK ONLY, the price of spare parts is not included in the prices
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The other end of the water supply hose connected to the machine can be turned in any direction. To do this, just loosen the nut, unroll the hose and tighten the nut again, making sure there is no water leakage.
The inlet hose cannot be extended. If it is too short and you do not want to move the faucet, you will have to buy a new, longer hose specifically designed for this purpose.
Connection to sewerage
The end of the drain hose can be installed in three ways:
Hang over the edge of the sink using
plastic guide included in
machine delivery kit. In this case
make sure the hose does not come off during
draining water.
To ensure this, the hose can be tied to the tap with a piece of twine or attached to the wall.
Connect to drain pipe branch
shells. This branch should be located above the sink siphon so that the bend of the hose is at least 60 cm above the floor.
Connect directly to the drain pipe
at a height of no less than 60 cm and no more than 90 cm.
The end of the drain hose must always be ventilated, i.e. The inner diameter of the drain pipe must be wider than the outer diameter of the drain hose.
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The drain hose must not be kinked.
To ensure proper operation of the machine, the drain hose must always be suspended from the appropriate bracket located on the top of the rear panel of the machine.
Electrical connection
The machine is designed to be powered from a single-phase alternating current network with a voltage of 220-230 V and a frequency of 50 Hz. Make sure that the electrical network in your home is able to withstand the maximum power consumed by the machine (2.2 kW); At the same time, you should take into account other electrical appliances you use.
Plug the machine into a grounded outlet.
The manufacturer declines all liability for damage that may result from failure to comply with the specified safety instructions.
If it is necessary to replace the power cord, it must be performed by an authorized service center.
It is important that the power cord is easily accessible once the machine is installed.
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How to choose a washing machine?
When choosing a machine, analyze the following parameters:
- maximum load;
- number of programs;
- energy consumption class;
- maximum speed in spin mode;
- control – mechanical, digital or combined;
- protection system;
- availability of additional options.
Zanussi washing machine control panel
Basic washing steps
Before starting the washing machine, it is necessary to check the condition of the tap providing water supply. Then connect to the power supply and place the necessary items into the drum.
The next step will be to determine the required mode. As mentioned earlier, for this you need to take into account the nature of the material from which the thing is made. At the initial stages of working with the device, it is recommended to have instructions with all the prescribed characteristics of Zanussi programs. Over time, the choice of modes will occur almost intuitively. After that, pour powder, conditioner and stain remover into the detergent container.
The last step will be to select a mode or set all the main indicators manually using the rotary selector. If necessary, you should select additional options. After that, press the “start” button as indicated in the instructions.
Washing modes and additional functions
In addition to the standard modes, the units of the brand in question have programs for special types of washing: quick, delicate, for wool, for outerwear. The manufacturer made sure that items made from any fabric can be washed and not worry about their safety. Many Zanussi washing machines are equipped with very convenient and useful auxiliary functionality:
- Delayed start. Using this option, you can load laundry into the machine and set the exact start time for washing.
- Easy ironing. When this function is turned on, the washed clothes will not be too wrinkled. It will not be possible to completely avoid the appearance of wrinkles, but it will take much less effort and time to smooth out.
- Powerful rinse. This option is useful when washing items for allergy sufferers or small children, for whom the presence of even a minimal amount of powder in the fiber structure is unacceptable. Rinsing with plenty of water helps prevent stains from forming on your outerwear during washing.
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Date: March 28, 2022 Washing machines are mechanical units designed for washing various fabric products. One example is Zanussi washing machines, which are divided into activator and drum based on the types of working bodies. The first version of washing machines is more complex and cumbersome, but Zanussi machines with drums treat things more carefully during operation, and use water and washing powder more economically. According to automation, Zanussi washing machines are automatic and semi-automatic. Zanussi SMAs are distinguished by a wide range of software, capable of assessing water quality, temperature, speed mode and spin time. Semi-automatic models are equipped with only a temporary timer. To facilitate control, the manufacturer has provided icons on the Zanussi washing machine to help set the necessary operating operations.
Innovative solutions
Manufacturers do not stop there and constantly introduce technical innovations. Many new models are equipped with an improved inverter motor, which reduces noise characteristics and reduces vibration during operation of the unit, thereby extending the life of the machine.
Another innovation is Airflow technology, which allows you not to worry about the formation of unpleasant odors. To keep the inside of your car clean and fresh, don't leave the door ajar. Thanks to the unique ventilation system, the drum self-cleanses every time after the end of the wash cycle, which also reduces the intensity of plaque formation.
Zanussi vertical washing machine: consumer reviews
After analyzing many reviews, we came to the conclusion that the functional and operational characteristics of Zanussi vertical units meet the expectations of the most demanding housewives. Reviews about the Zanussi top-loading washing machine are usually always positive. Units of this type are in demand and popular, although they are not without certain disadvantages.
Some people find the car's design overly simple and minimalistic. All models are made in white without any unique decorative elements. But practice shows that attention is not paid to this factor very often, since a washing machine is, first of all, a household appliance, and only then an element of the interior.
Zanussi washing machines are convenient and reliable, which is why they are very popular
If you choose the right Zanussi washing machine, then there will be no problems with its operation. Therefore, before purchasing, we recommend that you carefully read the technical characteristics of the unit, study its functionality, and only then make the final choice.
What modes are there in Zanussi?
The control panel of any machine contains either symbols or program names in a language understandable to the user. If a brand produces a product for a Russian consumer, then the inscriptions are made in Russian.
Users are often too lazy to understand the “hieroglyphs” and nuances of the modes offered by the manufacturer. Having memorized the sequence of pressing the buttons, they select one or two versions of the wash over and over again. But why then spend money on expensive and “smart” equipment if you do not take advantage of all the advantages of its design?
