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Excessive foam

Excessive foam formed in the detergent drawer

Zanussi · ZFV Series Washing Machines

What does Excessive foam mean?

Too much foam is produced during the wash cycle, often spilling from the detergent drawer. This indicates an issue with the amount or type of detergent used.

Common Causes

  • Excessive amount of detergent used.
  • Wrong type of detergent used (e.g., detergent not produced for automatic Washing Machines).

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Press the Start/Pause button to temporarily stop the cycle.

  2. 2

    Mix one spoon of fabric softener with half a litre of water, then pour the mixture into the detergent drawer.

  3. 3

    After 5-10 minutes, press Start/Pause again to resume the cycle.

  4. 4

    In your next wash, adjust the detergent dose according to the manufacturer's instructions and load size.

  5. 5

    Ensure you are using only detergents specifically designed for automatic Washing Machines.

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Source: Zanussi ZFV Series Washing Machines
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