Brand: ZANUSSI
Category: Washing Machine
Document Type: Manual
Language: EN
Manual for ZWF 1023
Uploaded: Nov. 21, 2025, 6:43 p.m.
Washing Machine Operation Summary
Loading Laundry:
Open the door by pulling the handle outwards. Load laundry item by item loosely into the drum. Close the door, ensuring no items are caught between the door seal and the door.
Detergent and Additives:
Pull out the detergent drawer. Add detergent to the main wash compartment (II). For pre-wash or soaking, use compartment (I). Add fabric softener to compartment (with MAX mark). Do not overfill. Close the drawer.
Selecting a Programme:
Turn the programme selector dial (1) to the desired programme. The machine automatically sets the maximum spin speed. You can change this using button (2). Turn dial to 'O' to cancel or switch off.
Selecting Options:
Use buttons (3) and (4) to select additional options like Spin Reduction, Rinse Hold, Prewash, Extra Quick, or Extra Rinse. Indicator lights will show selected options.
Starting the Programme:
Press the Start/Pause button (5). The programme will begin, and the door will lock. Indicator lights show the current phase.
Pausing or Cancelling:
Press button (5) to pause. Press again to resume. Turn the programme selector dial to 'O' to cancel.
End of Programme:
The machine switches off automatically. Indicator lights go out, and indicator light (7.3) illuminates. The door unlocks after a few minutes.
Troubleshooting and error codes
| Problem | Possible cause/Solution |
|---|---|
| The washing machine does not start: | The door has not been closed (button 5 red light blinks). Close the door firmly. The plug is not properly inserted. Insert firmly. No power at the socket. Check electrical installation. Main fuse has blown. Replace fuse. Programme selector dial not correctly positioned or button 5 not pressed. Turn dial and/or press button 5 again. Delay start selected. Cancel delay start if immediate wash is needed. |
| The machine does not fill: | Water tap is closed (button 5 red light blinks). Open tap. Inlet hose is squashed or kinked (button 5 red light blinks). Check connection. Filter in inlet hose or inlet valve blocked (button 5 red light blinks). Clean water inlet filters. |
| The machine does not empty and/or does not spin: | Door not properly closed (button 5 red light blinks). Close firmly. Drain hose squashed or kinked. Check connection. Drain filter clogged (button 5 red light blinks). Clean drain filter. Option/programme selected ends with water in tub or eliminates spinning. Select drain or spin programme. Laundry not evenly distributed. Redistribute laundry. |
| There is water on the floor: | Too much/unsuitable detergent (too much foam). Reduce quantity/use different detergent. Leaks from inlet hose fittings. Check connection; check for damp. Drain or inlet hose damaged. Replace with new. Filter not properly screwed in after cleaning. Screw in fully. |
| Unsatisfactory washing results: | Too little/unsuitable detergent used. Increase quantity/use different detergent. Stubborn stains not pre-treated. Use commercial products. Incorrect temperature selected. Check temperature. Excessive laundry load. Reduce load. |
| The door will not open: | Programme still running. Wait for cycle end. Door lock not released. Wait a few minutes. Water in the drum. Select drain or spin programme. |
| The machine vibrates is noisy: | Transit bolts and packing not removed. Check installation. Support feet not adjusted. Check levelling. Laundry not evenly distributed. Redistribute. Very little laundry. Load more. |
| Spinning starts late or does not spin: | Electronic unbalance detection activated. Laundry redistributed by reverse rotation. May repeat. If unbalanced after 10 mins, machine won't spin. Redistribute manually and select spin. Redistribute laundry. Load too small. Add more items, redistribute, select spin. |
| The machine makes an unusual noise: | Fitted with a new motor type that makes unusual noise compared to traditional motors. Ensures softer start, even distribution, and increased stability. |
| No water is visible in the drum: | Modern machines are economical and use little water without affecting performance. |