Ariston A1437, A1637, A1237 User Manual

Instruction booklet

			WASHING MACHINE
			Contents
	GB			GB
			Installation, 2-3
	English
			Unpacking
			Remove the transit fixings
			Levelling
			Water connections
			Drainage and electrical connections
			Technical details
			Washing machine description, 4-5
			Control panel
			LEDs
			Starting and programmes, 6
			Briefly: how to start a programme
			Programmes table
	A1637		Personalisation, 7
	A1437		Setting the temperature
	A1237		Setting the spin speeds
			Functions

Detergents and laundry, 8

Detergent dispenser

Preparing your laundry

Special items

Precautions and Advice, 9

General safety

Disposal

Saving energy and respecting the environment

Care and Maintenance, 10

Switching off the water or electricity supply

Cleaning your appliance

Cleaning the pump

Caring for your appliance door and drum

Checking the water inlet hose

Fuses

Changing the plug

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

Before calling for assistance

Spare parts

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Installation

GB

! Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for future reference. Should the appliance be sold, transferred or moved, make sure the instruction manual accompanies the washing machine to inform the new owner as to its operation and features.

! Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information on installation, use and safety.

Unpacking

1.Unpack the machine.

2.Check whether the washing machine has been damaged during transport. If this is the case, do not install it and contact your retailer.

Remove the transit fixings

IMPORTANT: Follow these instructions to remove the TWO transit fixings.

Situated one either side of the rear panel, BOTH transit bolts

MUST be removed before use.

! Failure to do so may cause damage to your machine.

It is important the transit bolt and spacer (see pic) come out intact.

1. Unscrew the bolt using a 13mm spanner.

2. STOP when 3 threads can be seen.

3. Hold, slide sideways and pull to remove.

4. For safety, insert one of the plastic covers (supplied with your machine) over the hole.

! Repeat steps 1 to 4 to remove the second transit bolt.

! Packaging materials are not childrens toys.

Levelling

1.Install the machine on a flat sturdy floor, without resting it up against walls, cabinets etc.

2.Compensate for any unevenness by tightening or loosening the adjustable front feet. When adjusting the feet, use a spirit level to check the machine

stands level, from side to side and from front to back.

Levelling your appliance correctly will provide it with stability and avoid any vibrations, noise and shifting during operation. If it is placed on a fitted or loose carpet, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow enough room for ventilation beneath the washing machine.

Water connection

Connecting the water inlet hose.

Remember that this is a cold-fill machine and the fill hose fitted to the rear of the machine must be connected to the cold water supply.

Before making the connections to the water outlet, allow the water to run freely from the cold water supply tap until it is perfectly clear.

Screw the cold water fill hose onto the cold water supply tap until tight.

Turn the tap on and check for leaks: tighten if necessary.

!Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the hose.

!The water pressure at the tap must be within the values indicated in the Technical details table (next page).

!If the water inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialist store or an authorised serviceman.

!Always use new hoses.

!Check the water hose at least once a year, replace any that are cracked as worn hoses could split under water pressure.

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Installation

Drainage connections

					A. Connect the drain hose,
			B		without kinking it, to a
					draining duct or a wall
	A
					drain fixed at a height
					between 65 and 100cm
					from the floor.
					B. Alternatively, place it
					over the edge of a basin,
					sink or tub, fastening the
					hose supplied to the tap.
					The free end of the hose
					should not be under
					water.

! We advise against the use of hose extensions. In case of absolute need, the extension must have the same diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150cm in length.

Electrical connections

Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket, make sure that:

●The socket is earthed and in compliance with the applicable law.

●The socket is able to sustain the appliances maximum power load indicated in the Technical Details table (on the right).

●The supply voltage is included within the values indicated in the Technical Details table (on the right).

●The socket is compatible with the machines plug. If this is not the case, replace the socket or the plug.

!The machine should not be installed in an outdoor environment, not even when the area is sheltered, because it may be very dangerous to leave it exposed to rain and thunderstorms.

!When the machine is installed, the mains socket must be within easy reach and should be connected to a suitable electrical supply.

!Do not use extensions or multiple sockets.

!The power supply cable must never be bent or dangerously compressed.

!The power supply cable must only be replaced by an authorised serviceman.

!The company denies all liability if and when these norms are not respected.

The first wash cycle

GB

Once the appliance has been installed and before you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle without detergent and no laundry, setting the 90˚C programme without a pre-wash cycle.

Technical Details

Models	A1637
	A1437
	A1237
	59.5cm wide
Dimensions	85cm high
	60cm deep
Capacity	from 1 to 7kg Wash
Electric	voltage 220/240 Volts 50Hz
connections	maximum absorbed power:
	1700W-2100W
Water	maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
connections	minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
	drum capacity 54 litres
Spin Speed	up to 1600 rpm -	A1637
	up to 1400 rpm -	A1437
	up to 1200 rpm -	A1237
Control	programme 3
programmes	temperature 60˚C
according to	- run with a 7kg load
IEC456
directive

This appliance is compliant with the following European Community Directives:

- 73/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC

(Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments. - 89/336/EEC,92/31/EEC & 93/68/EEC

(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent amendments.

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Washing Machine Description

Control panel

GB

	FUNCTION	START/STOP
	Buttons
		Button
	LEDs
		ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK
Programme key
		LED

Detergent dispenser					PROGRAMME
					Knob
				START/RESET
				Button
	SPIN SPEED		TEMPERATURE
	Knob		Knob

Detergent dispenser:

To add detergent and fabric softener (see Detergents and Laundry).

Programme key:

To consult a straightforward chart of the different programmes available. Pull the grey tab outwards to open it.

LEDs:

To find out which wash cycle phase is under way.

If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time left until the programme starts will be indicated (see next page).

SPIN SPEED knob:

To set the spin speed or exclude the spin cycle completely (see Personalisation).

FUNCTION buttons:

To select the functions available.

The button corresponding to the function selected will remain on.

TEMPERATURE knob:

To set the temperature or the cold wash cycle (see Personalisation).

START/STOP button:

To turn the washing machine on and off.

START/RESET button:

To start the programme or cancel any incorrect settings.

ON-OFF/DOOR LOCK LED:

To find out whether the washing machine is on and if the appliance door can be opened (see next page).

PROGRAMME knob:

To select the wash programmes.

The retractable control knob: press the centre of the knob for it to pop out.

The knob stays still during the cycle.

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