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Unsatisfactory washing

Unsatisfactory washing result

Zanussi · ZFV Series Washing Machines

What does Unsatisfactory washing mean?

Laundry is not coming out clean, or has residues and spots after washing. This indicates issues with detergent use, load, water quality, or programme selection.

Common Causes

  • Water being hard (contaminated, lime water, etc.).
  • Amount of detergent used is insufficient.
  • Contamination degree of laundries does not match the chosen programme.
  • Laundries loaded in excess of maximum capacity.
  • Non-dissolving particles of some detergents stick to laundries as white spots.
  • Grey spots appear on laundries due to oil, cream, or ointment.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Adjust the amount of detergent based on the manufacturer's instructions, water hardness, and load size.

  2. 2

    Select the appropriate wash programme for the specific contamination degree of your laundries.

  3. 3

    Do not overload the machine; load an amount of laundry that does not exceed its maximum capacity.

  4. 4

    For white spots, perform an extra rinse cycle or clean spots with a brush after laundries dry.

  5. 5

    For grey spots, apply the maximum amount of detergent instructed by the manufacturer in the next washing operation.

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Source: Zanussi ZFV Series Washing Machines
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