Ariston ARMF 125 User Manual
Instructions for use
WASHER-DRYER
GB
English,1
ARMF 125
Contents
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Installation, 2-3
Unpacking and levelling
Connecting the electricity and water supplies
The first wash cycle
Technical data
Description of the washer-dryer and
starting a wash cycle, 4-5
Control panel
Indicator lights
Starting a wash cycle
Wash cycles, 6
Table of wash cycles
Personalisation, 7
Setting the temperature
Setting the drying cycle
Functions
Detergents and laundry, 8
Detergent dispenser drawer
Bleach cycle
Preparing the laundry
Garments requiring special care
Load balancing system
Precautions and tips, 9-10
General safety
Disposal
Opening the porthole door manually
Care and maintenance, 11
Cutting off the water or electricity supply
Cleaning the washer-dryer
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Caring for the door and drum of your appliance
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose
Troubleshooting, 12
Service, 13
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Installation
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This instruction manual should be kept in a safe
place for future reference. If the washer-dryer is sold,
transferred or moved, make sure that the instruction
manual remains with the machine so that the new
owner is able to familiarise himself/herself with its
operation and features.
Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital
information relating to the safe installation and
operation of the appliance.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Remove the washer-dryer from its packaging.
2. Make sure that the washer-dryer has not been
damaged during the transportation process. If it has
been damaged, contact the retailer and do not
proceed any further with the installation process.
3. Remove the 4
protective screws (used
during transportation) and
the rubber washer with
the corresponding
spacer, located on the
rear part of the appliance
(see figure).
4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs provided.
5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will need
them again if the washer-dryer needs to be moved to
another location.
Levelling the machine correctly will provide it with
stability, help to avoid vibrations and excessive noise
and prevent it from shifting while it is operating. If it is
placed on carpet or a rug, adjust the feet in such a
way as to allow a sufficient ventilation space
underneath the washer-dryer.
Connecting the electricity and water
supplies
Connecting the water inlet hose
1. Insert seal A into the
end of the inlet hose and
screw the latter onto a
cold water tap with a 3/4
A
3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.
gas threaded opening
(see figure).
Before performing the
connection, allow the
water to run freely until it
is perfectly clear.
2. Connect the inlet hose
to the washer-dryer by
screwing it onto the
corresponding water inlet
of the appliance, which is
situated on the top righthand side of the rear part
of the appliance (see
figure).
Packaging materials should not be used as toys for
children.
Levelling
1. Install the washer-dryer on a flat sturdy floor,
without resting it up against walls, furniture cabinets
or anything else.
2. If the floor is not
perfectly level, compensate for any unevenness
by tightening or loosening
the adjustable front feet
(see figure); the angle of
inclination, measured in
relation to the worktop,
must not exceed 2°.
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The water pressure at the tap must fall within the
values indicated in the Technical details table (see
next page).
If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a
specialised shop or an authorised technician.
Never use second hand hoses sets. Do not reuse
hose sets from any previously installed washing
machine.
Use the ones supplied with the machine.
Connecting the drain hose
65 - 100 cm
Connect the drain hose,
without bending it, to a
drainage duct or a wall
drain located at a height
between 65 and 100 cm
from the floor;
Avoid using any extension cord or multiple socket
outlet.
The cable should not be bent or compressed.
CAUTION: If this appliance is supplied from an
extension cord or portable electrical outlet device, the
extension cord set or electrical portable outlet device
must be positioned so that it is not subject to
splashing or contact with moisture.
The power supply cable must only be replaced by
authorised technicians.
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alternatively, rest it on
the side of a washbasin
or bathtub, fastening the
duct supplied to the tap
(see figure). The free end
of the hose should not
be underwater.
We advise against the use of hose extensions; if it is
absolutely necessary, the extension must have the
same diameter as the original hose and must not
exceed 150 cm in length.
Electrical connections
Before plugging the appliance into the electricity
socket, make sure that:
the socket is earthed and complies with all
applicable laws;
the socket is able to withstand the maximum power
load of the appliance as indicated in the Technical
data table (see opposite);
the power supply voltage falls within the values
indicated in the Technical data table (see opposite);
If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced
by the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
Warning! The company shall not be held responsible
in the event that these regulations are not respected.
The first wash cycle
Once the appliance has been installed, and before
you use it for the first time, run a wash cycle with
detergent and no laundry, using the wash cycle 1.
Technical data
Model
Dimensions
Capacity
Electrical
connections
Water
connections
Spin speed
ARMF 125
width 59,5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 53,5 cm
from 1 to 7,5 kg for the wash
programme;
from 1 to 4,5 kg for the drying
programme
please refer to the technical data plate
fixed to the machine
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 52 litres
up to 1200 rotations per minute
the socket is compatible with the plug of the
washer-dryer. If this is not the case, replace the
socket or the plug.
The washer-dryer must not be installed outdoors,
even in covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to
leave the appliance exposed to rain, storms and other
weather conditions.
When the washer-dryer has been installed, the
electricity socket must be within easy reach.
Energy rated
programmes
according to
AS/NZS
2040.2
Wash: programme 1; temperature 60°C;
using a load of
Drying: cotton cycle performed with a
4,5 kg load, by selecting the
dryness level.
This appliance conforms to the
following EC Directives:
- 89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89
(Electromagnetic Compatibility) and
subsequent modifications
- 2002/96/EC
- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)
7,5
kg.
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Description of the washer-dryer and
starting a wash cycle
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Control panel
button with indicator
ON/OFF
light
Detergent dispenser drawer
WASH CYCLE
TEMPERATURE
DRYING
button
knob
CHILD LOCK
button with indicator light
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS
indicator lights
DISPLAY
button
FUNCTION
buttons with
indicator lights
DOOR
LOCKED
indicator light
START/PAUSE
button with indicator
light
Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense
detergents and washing additives (see Detergents
and laundry).
There is a key which provides a summary of the
available wash cycles inside the detergent dispenser
drawer; this may be consulted at any time.
ON/OFF button with indicator light: switches the
machine on and off.
If the indicator light is illuminated, this indicates that
the machine is switched on.
WASH CYCLE knob: programmes the wash cycles.
During the wash cycle, the knob does not move.
DRYING button: used to set the desired drying
programme (see Personalisation).
TEMPERATURE button: sets the temperature or the
cold wash cycle (see Personalisation).
DISPLAY: indicates the time remaining for the
selected wash cycle and, if a delayed start has been
programmed, the time remaining until the start of the
wash cycle.
CHILD LOCK button with indicator light: activates or
deactivates the control panel lock.
FUNCTION buttons with indicator light: used to
select the available functions. The indicator light
corresponding to the selected function will remain lit.
WASH CYCLE PROGRESS
monitor the progress of the wash cycle.
The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is in
progress.
DOOR LOCKED indicator light: indicates whether
the door may be opened or not (see next page).
START/PAUSE button with indicator light: starts or
temporarily interrupts the wash cycles.
N.B. To pause the wash cycle in progress, press this
button; the corresponding indicator light will flash
orange, while the indicator light for the current wash
cycle phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. If the
DOOR LOCKED
door may be opened.
To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was
interrupted, press this button again.
indicator light is switched off, the
indicator light
s: used to
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Indicator lights
The indicator lights provide important information.
This is what they can tell you:
Wash cycle phase indicator lights
As the WASH CYCLE knob is rotated, the indicator
lights illuminate, indicating the stages which will be
performed by the machine in accordance with the
selected wash cycle.
Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and
has begun, the indicator lights switch on one by one
to indicate which phase of the cycle is currently in
progress.
Wash
Rinse
Spin
Dry
End of wash cycle
Note:
during the "Pump out" phase, the indicator light
corresponding to the "Spin" cycle phase will illuminate.
Function buttons and corresponding indicator lights
When a function is selected, the corresponding
indicator light will illuminate.
If the selected function is not compatible with the
programmed wash cycle, the corresponding indicator
light will flash, a sound signal will be emitted and the
function will not be activated.
If a function which is incompatible with another
function selected previously, only the most recent
selection will remain active.
Note: As soon as a drying
level or time period has
been set, this indicator light
illuminates to indicate that
the selected wash cycle
will be followed by a drying
phase.
Temperature indicator light
When a temperature value is selected, the
corresponding indicator light will illuminate.
Drying indicator light
When a drying value is selected, the corresponding
indicator light will illuminate.
Child lock indicator light
To activate the control panel lock, press and hold the
button for approximately 2 seconds. When the
indicator light is illuminated, the control panel is
locked. This means it is possible to prevent wash
cycles from being modified accidentally, especially
where there are children in the home.
To deactivate the control panel lock, press and hold
the button for approximately 2 seconds.
Door locked indicator light
If this indicator light is on, the appliance door is locked
to prevent it from being opened accidentally; to avoid
any damage, wait for the indicator light to switch off
before you open the appliance door.
N.B. If the DELAY TIMER function is activated, the door
cannot be opened; pause the machine by pressing the
START/PAUSE button if you wish to open it.
If the START/PAUSE indicator light (orange) flashes
rapidly at the same time as the function indicator
light, this indicates a problem has occurred (see
Troubleshooting).
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Starting a wash cycle
1. Switch the washer-dryer on by pressing the ON/OFF button. All indicator lights will switch on for a few
seconds, then they will switch off and the START/PAUSE indicator light will pulse.
2. Load the laundry and close the door.
3. Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme.
4. Set the washing temperature (see Personalisation).
5. Set the drying cycle if necessary (see Personalisation).
6. Measure out the detergent and washing additives (see Detergents and laundry).
7. Select the desired functions.
8. Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit
in a fixed manner, in green.
To cancel the set wash cycle, pause the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button and select a new cycle.
9. At the end of the wash cycle the
off, indicating that the door may be opened. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make
sure the drum dries completely. Switch the washer-dryer off by pressing the ON/OFF button.
indicator light will switch on. The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will switch
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