Brand: ZANUSSI
Category: Washing Machine
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for Aquacycle 500-600 FA 522 - FA 622
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:55 p.m.
Warranty Information
No warranty information explicitly stated in the provided pages.
Control Panel: Familiarize yourself with the program chart, rinse hold button, 1/2 button, on/off lamp, temperature selector, and program selector.
Washing Hints: Sort laundry by color and fabric type. Select appropriate temperatures (90°, 60°, 30°-40°, cold) based on soiling and fabric. Never mix whites and colors. Ensure pockets are empty and fastenings are secured. Treat stains before washing.
Loading Laundry: Do not overload the machine. Follow general rules for cotton, synthetics, and delicates/woollens. Washing a full load is more economical.
Detergents and Additives: Use the correct type and amount of detergent. Additives like fabric softener go in the designated compartment. Follow manufacturer's instructions.
Operating Sequence: Place laundry, add detergent/additives, select temperature, select program, and start the machine. Wait before opening the door after the cycle ends.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible cause |
|---|---|
| The machine does not start up: | • The door is not firmly closed. • The machine is not plugged in or there is no power at the socket. • The main fuse has blown. • The programme selector is not positioned correctly or the programme selector knob has not been pulled out. |
| The machine does not fill: | • The water tap is closed. • The inlet hose is squashed or kinked. • The filter in the inlet hose is blocked. • The door is not properly closed. |
| The machine fills then empties immediately: | • The end of the drain hose is too low. Refer to relevant paragraph in “water drainage” section. • The drain hose is squashed or kinked. • The option ☐ has been selected. • The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. • The drainage area is blocked. Clean it. |
| The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: | • Too much detergent or unsuitable detergent (creates too much foam) has been used. • 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. • The drain hose is damaged. • Check that the diaphragm lid is correctly screwed into place. |
| There is water on the floor: | • Too little detergent or unsuitable detergent has been used. • Stubborn stains have not been treated prior to washing. • The correct temperature was not selected. • Excessive laundry load. |
| Unsatisfactory washing results: | • The transit bolts and packing have not been removed. • The support feet have not been adjusted. • The laundry is not evenly distributed in the drum. • Maybe there is very little laundry in the drum. |
| The machine vibrates or is noisy: | • The programme is still running. • The door lock has not been released. • There is water in the drum. |
| The door will not open: | • The door is not firmly closed. • The machine is not plugged in or there is no power at the socket. • The main fuse has blown. • The programme selector is not positioned correctly or the programme selector knob has not been pulled out. |