Ariston AW122 User Manual

Care,UseandInstallationBooklet

FRONT-LOADINGWASHER

	Contents
	WarningsandSafetyInstructions,2
	Important Safety Instructions
	WasherDescription,3
	The front, the back
	Control panel
	StartandPrograms,4-6
	Choosing a Program
	Table of control panel lights
	Table of preset wash programs
	Table of washing options
	Dispenser,7
AW122	Automatic dispenser drawer

Dispenser compartments

About using bleach

Table of laundry aids

MaintenanceandCare,8-9

When to switch o electricity and water faucets

After washing is complete

Clean the exterior, interior & dispenser drawer

Clear the coin trap

Check the rubber inlet hoses yearly

Winterization

Troubleshooting,10-11

Spare parts

TechnicalDetails,12

Recessed, closet, alcove installations

InstallationRequirements,13-15

Tools and Parts

Location

Water Inlet Requirements

Drain System Requirements

Electrical Requirements

InstallationInstructions,16-17-18

RemoveTransit Screws/Spacers

Connect the Inlet Hoses

Route and Secure the Drain Hose

Level theWasher

Final Installation Checklist

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WarningsandSafetyInstructions

The machine was designed and built in compliance with the appliance international safety regulations.

The information on this page is provided for your safety and should be read carefully.

WARNING!

Toreducetheriskoffire,electricalshock,orinjurytopersonswhenusingyourappliance, followbasicprecautionsincludingthefollowing:

! WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

Plug washer-dryer into a grounded 3 prong outlet.

Do not remove ground prong. Do not use adapter.

Do not use an extension cord.

Failure to follow these instructions can result in death, fire, or electrical shock.

1.Read all instructions before using the appliance.

2.Do not wash articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, or spotted with gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, other flammable or explosive substances as they emit vapors that could ignite or explode.

3.Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is necessary when the appliance is used near children.

4.Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door.

5.Do not reach into the appliance if the tub or drum is moving.

6.Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.

7.Do not tamper with controls.

8.Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any servicing unless specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published user-repair instructions that you understand or have the skills to carry out.

9.Do not add gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances to the wash water. These substances give o vapors, that could ignite or explode.

! WARNING

ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD Disconnect power before servicing. Replace all panels before operating.

Failure to do so can result in death or electrical shock.

10.Under certain conditions, Hydrogen gas may be produced in a hot water system that has not been used for 2 weeks or more. HYDROGENGASISEXPLOSIVE.

If the hot water system has not been used for such a period, before using a washing machine, turn on all hot water faucets and let the water flow from each for several minutes.This will release any accumulated Hydrogen.

11.Check the CoinTrap every few months to remove coins, buttons or similar size objects.

12.This appliance must be properly grounded (see

GroundingInstructions).

13.Clothes, cleaning rags, mop heads and the like which have traces of any flammable substances, such as veg-

! WARNING

EXCESSIVE WEIGHT HAZARD

Use two or more people to move and install the washer-dryer.

Failure to do so can result in back or other injury

etable oil, petroleum based oils or distillates, etc. must not be placed in the washing machine.These items may contain flammable substances after laundering which may smoke or catch fire by itself.

14.Always be sure to unplug the washing machine from the electrical supply before attempting any service.

15.Do not insert/pull out the mains plug with wet hands.

16.Do not pull out the mains plug by tugging the cable.

17.Do not use an extension cord or an adapter to connect the washing machine to the electrical power supply.

18.Caution when draining hot water.

19.The washing machine must only be used for it’s intended purpose.

20.Make sure drum is empty before loading washer.

21.Make sure that all water connections to the washing machine have shut-o valve(s) and that they are readily accessible. Close the washing machine shut-o valves at the end of each wash day.

22.Check the fill hose connections on a regular basis to assure that they are tight and not leaking.

23.Do not machine wash fiberglass materials. Small particles can stick to fabrics washed in following loads and cause skin irritation.

24.Check the inlet hoses periodically for bulges, kinks, cuts, wear or leaks and replace them every five years.

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WasherDescription

Dispenser drawer		Control panel		Hot and cold
				water inlet
				Model No.

Power cord				Transit
Serial No.
				bolts
Drain hose

CoinTrap

Programkey

(PullonGreyTab)

Dispenser drawer

Knobs are hidden.To extract them, gently press the middle of each knob.

ExtraRinse

Programsdial

EasyIron

ON-OFF

Soaking PreWash

DO

SpinSpeed			D=DoorLockLight
			O=ON-OFFLight
WashTemperature

Introduction

Congratulations on the purchase of your new Ariston washing machine. It is a highly sophisticated engineered product that will give you many years of satisfaction. Please read this Owners Manual. It will show you ways to best utilize your valuable purchase.

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StartandPrograms

Choosingaprogram

1.Plug the washer into the electrical socket.

2.Sort your laundry according to similar colors, fabrics and degree of soil. For best results,

do not load more than the maximum capacity:

Fabric	MaximumLoad
Cottons	12 lbs.
Synthetics	6 lbs.
Delicate Fabrics	5 lbs.
Wools	3 lbs.
Bathrobes	5 lbs.

3.Open the door. Load the machine and make sure the items are not in the way of the door seal.

4.Close the door.

5.Choose the wash program by checking the Programs table (seePresetWashingPrograms) as well as the fabric care tags found on your clothing.

•Select a washing cycle by rotating the PROGRAMS dial clockwise.

•Set the wash water temperature with the

•TEMPERATURE knob.

•Set the high spin speed with the

SPIN SPEED knob.

•To further customize the program, press one of the four WASH OPTIONS buttons

(seeWashingOptions).

6.Open the dispenser drawer and add laundry aids

(seeDispenserdrawer).

Note:If your previous washing machine was a top-loader, initial loads may require little to no detergent. Old detergent trapped in the clothes will be released during the tumble action.

7.Close the dispenser drawer.

8.Press the ON-OFFbutton (in) to begin. During the washing program, you cannot open the door.

9.Whenthecycleiscomplete,waitforthe DOOR LOCK Lighttoextinguish. Open the door and take your laundry out.

10.Unplug the washer.

Lights

Light	Whatitmeans...			Note
				• The door will stay locked for
		• LightON= Locked		up to 2 minutes after the
DOORLOCK Indicates when the				program is completed
	door is locked	• LightOFF=Unlocked	!	• NEVERattempttoopen the
				doorwhenthe DOOR LOCK
				lightisON
		• SlowFlash=Ready; awaiting		• This washer can perform self-
		instructions		diagnostics in the event of a
	Indicates the status	• SolidLight=Program		problem. If needed, this light
ON-OFF				will indicate a fault code by
		accepted; in operation
	of the washer			displaying a specific series of
		• QuickFlash=Program		blinking lights.
		competed, but door still

locked

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StartandPrograms

Presetwashingprograms

Program

ClothingType

Description

HighSpin

Recommendation

COTTON

•

120 minutes

•

Eliminates harmful

•

Heating element

bacteria and safely deep

cleans stained, cotton

1Sanitary

is used to reach

Colorfast Items

1200rpm

colorfast items

158ºF wash temp.

• The heating element will

•

Bleach option not

take about 10 minutes to

available

reach full heat.

2Heavy

Exceptionally soiled

1200rpm

whites

•

90 minutes

•

Sheets, tablecloths, etc.

3Regular

Heavily soiled

•

Jeans, towels, etc.

whites and colorfast

•

50 minutes

1200rpm

• Fasten all hooks, zippers

colors

and buttons

4Light

Slightly soiled

•

40 minutes

1200rpm

•

Shirts, sweatshirts, etc.

whites and delicate

• Turn printed shirts inside

colors

out before washing

• Tie all strings before

loading

PERMANENT PRESS

5Heavy

Heavily soiled

•

80 minutes

800rpm

•

Baby linen, etc.

colorfast synthetics

6Regular

Delicate color

•

65 minutes

800rpm

• All types of slightly soiled

synthetics

synthetics

7Light

Delicate color

•

40 minutes

800rpm

• All types of slightly soiled

synthetics

synthetics

HANDWASHABLES

• All types of delicate items

8Light

Delicate items

•

64 minutes

600rpm

•

Place underwear, tights

stockings and other

delicates in a linen bag

9Silk

Particularly delicate

•

60 minutes

NoSpin

•

Curtains, silk, viscose

items

10Wool

Wool

•

65 minutes

600rpm

• Wool scarf, sweater, etc.

hand washables

• Turn knit items inside out

• Use very little detergent

• 3 lb. max load

PleaseNote:cycletimeswillvaryaccordingtosizeandfabrictypeofload,watersystemtemperatureandroomtemperature

• DONOTwashtorn,frayedornon-hemmeditems

•

Emptyallpocketsbeforeloadingthelaundry

SymbolsKey

Stop/Reset

SpinCycles

EasyIron

DrainOnly

Fabric Softener

RinseCycles

(10-13min.)

(AnticreaseStop)

(NoSpin)

OnlyCycle

(25min.)

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StartandPrograms

WashingOptions

	Option	Whatitdoes...		Howtosetit...			Note
	KNOBS	Changes the preset wash water	Rotate TEMPERATURE		• Rinse water is always
		temperature of the selected	knob to the desired wash
	TEMPERATURE					COLD
		program	temperature
					•	Select	for No Spin
	SPINSPEED	Changes/excludes the preset	Rotate SPIN SPEED knob		•	Faster spinning will
		spin cycle of the selected				extract more water
			to the desired speed
		program				from highly absorbent
						fabrics
	BUTTONS	Adds a one hour soak to the	Press		•	During soaking, laun-
	Soaking
		selected washing program	SOAKING button (in)			dry is gently tumbled
					•	Recommended for
	ExtraRinse	Adds one extra rinse to the	Press			very large loads, when
		selected Cotton Heavy Duty or				too much detergent is
			EXTRA RINSE button (in)
		Permanent Press program				used or for detergent
						contact allergies.
			Press		•	Prevents wrinkles
		Automatically stops the selected	EASY IRON button (in)			caused when laundry is
			Program will stop when it			not removed promptly
		Permanent Press or Hand	reaches the symbol on			from the drum.
	EasyIron	Washables program before
			the Programs dial.		•	Use this option when
		the spin cycle begins. Laundry				you know you won’t
		soaks in water until the Easy	Toresumetheprogram,
						be able to remove the
		Iron button is pressed again.
			Press EASY IRON button			laundry until long after
			again (out)			the cycle is finished.
		Adds an extra wash to the			•	Recommended for
	Pre-Wash		Press			heavily soiled loads
		selected program
			PRE-WASH button (in)			like work clothes or
		(Not available in“Wool”cycle)
						children’s clothes.
	OnPROGRAMSDial		1.	Rotate PROGRAMS dial
				clockwise and select 1h,	•	The On-O lamp will
				3h,9h, or12h.		flash(1secondon,4
	DELAYTIMER	Delay’s the start of the	2. PressON-OFFbutton(in).			secondso ) to indicate
			3. Wait 5 seconds for the			a DelayStart has been
		washing program by 1, 3, 9 or 12
		hours so laundry is ready when		ON-OFF light to stop		set.The door can be
				flashing.		opened or closed at
		you are.
			4.	Rotate the PROGRAMS		any time before the
				dial clockwise and select		cycle begins.
				a washing program.

Stop/Reset Cancels/Interrupts the

selected program

1.Rotate the PROGRAMS dial clockwise to a

Stop/Resetposition.

2.Wait 5 seconds.

3.Rotate the PROGRAMS knob to the desired washing program or Drain (see right).

•Tocancelaprogram

completely, select (Drain). After the washer drains, wait for the DOOR LOCK light to extinguish before attempting to open the door.

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