Zanussi FJS 972 CV, Instruction Booklet

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SOMETHING NOT WORKING

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Problem

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Possible cause

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The machine does not start up:

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Check that the door is firmly closed.

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Check that the machine is plugged in and
that there is power at the socket.

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Check that the main fuse has not blown.

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Check that the programme selector dial is
positioned correctly and the ON/OFF button
depressed.

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The machine does not fill:

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Check that the water tap is open.

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Check that water is coming out of the tap.

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Check that the inlet hose is not squashed or
kinked.

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Check that the filter in the inlet hose is not
blocked.

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Check that the door is closed.

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The machine does not empty
and/or does not spin:

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Check that the drain hose is not squashed or
kinked.

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The drain filter is blocked. Clean it.

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You have selected a programme which ends
with water in tub.

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The laundry is not evenly distributed in the
drum.

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There is water on the floor:

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Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent
(creates too much foam) has been used.

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Check whether there are any leaks from one
of the inlet hose fittings. It is not always easy
to see this as the water runs down the hose;
check to see if it is damp.

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Check that the drain hose is not damaged.

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Check that the drain filter has been refitted
correctly after cleaning.

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Unsatisfactory washing results:

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Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent
has been used.

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Stubborn stains have not been treated prior
to washing.

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The correct temperature or programme was
not selected.

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The machine fills then empties
immediately:

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The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to
relevant paragraph in Òwater drainageÓ
section.

Problems which you can resolve yourself