Hotpoint AQ6F 29 U User Manual

Instructions for installation and use

WASHING MACHINE

Contents

EN

Installation, 2-3

EN			BG		Unpacking and levelling
					Connecting the electricity and water supplies
English,1		Български,13			Technical data
					Description of the machine, 4-5
					Control panel
					Running a wash cycle, 6
					Wash cycles and options, 7
					Table of wash cycles
					Wash options

AQUALTIS

AQ6F 29 U

Detergents and laundry, 8

Detergent

Preparing the laundry Washing recommendations Load balancing system

Precautions and advice, 9

General safety Disposal

Opening the porthole door manually

Care and maintenance, 10

Cutting off the water and electricity supplies Cleaning the machine

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer Caring for your appliance drum

Cleaning the pump

Checking the water inlet hose

Trouble shooting, 11

Assistance, 12

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Installation

This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place EN for future reference. If the washing machine is sold,

given away or moved, please ensure the manual is kept with the machine, so that the new owner may benefit from the advice contained within it.

Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital information relating to the safe installation and operation of the appliance.

Inside the pack containing this manual, you will also find the guarantee and all the details necessary for installation.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Once you have removed all the packaging from the washing machine, make sure it has not been damaged during transportation.

If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process.

2. Remove the 4 protective screws (used during transportation) and the corresponding spacer, located on the rear part of the appliance (see figure).

3.Close off the holes using the plastic plugs supplied in the pack.

4.Keep all the parts in a safe place; they will be needed again if the washing machine is moved to another location, to prevent the inside of the appliance being damaged.

Packaging materials should not be used as toys for children.

Levelling

1. Place the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor, without resting it up against walls or cabinets.

2. If the floor is uneven, the front feet of the machine may be adjusted until it reaches a horizontal position (the angle of inclination must not exceed 2 degrees).

If the appliance is levelled correctly, it will be more stable and much less likely to cause vibrations and noise while it is operating, particularly during the spin cycle.

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 washing machine.

Connecting the electricity and water supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

Before connecting the inlet hose to the water supply, run the water until it is perfectly clear.

1. Connect the inlet hose to the machine by screwing it onto the cold water inlet of the appliance, which is situated on the top righthand side of the rear part of the appliance (see figure).

2. Connect the inlet hose by screwing it to a cold water tab using a 3/4 gas threaded connection (see figure).

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.

The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values indicated in the Technical data table (see next page).

If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a specialised shop or an authorised technician.

Never use second-hand or old inlet hoses; use the products supplied with the machine.

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Connecting the drain hose

65 - 100 cm

Connect the drain hose to drain duct piping or a wall drain located between 65 and 100 cm above the floor, making sure it is not bent at all.

Alternatively, rest the drain hose 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.

Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

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The cable should not be bent or compressed.

The power supply cable and plug must only be replaced by authorised technicians.

Warning! The company shall not be held responsible in the event that these regulations are not respected.

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);

•the socket is compatible with the plug of the appliance. If this is not the case, have the socket or the plug replaced.

The machine 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.

The mains socket must remain within easy reach after the washing machine has been installed.

Technical data

Model	AQ6F 29 U
	width 59.5 cm
Dimensions	height 85 cm
	depth 58 cm
Capacity	from 1 to 6 kg
Electrical	please refer to the technical data
connections	plate fixed to the machine
	maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
Water connections	minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
	drum capacity 52 litres
Spin speed	up to 1200 rotations per minute
Energy rated
programmes	programme			; temperature 60°C;
according to

regulation EN 60456

using a load of 6 kg.

This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives:

- 89/336/EEC dated 03/05/89 (Electromagnetic Compatibility) and subsequent modifications

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage) - 2002/96/EC

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Description of the machine

EN	CONTROL
	PANEL
	PORTHOLE DOOR

PORTHOLE DOOR

HANDLE

KICK STRIP

ADJUSTABLE FEET

PORTHOLE DOOR

Always use the handle to open the porthole door (see figure).

DETERGENT DISPENSER DRAWER

The detergent dispenser

drawer is located inside the machine and can be accessed by opening the door.

For more information on

detergent measures, please

refer to the chapter entitled

“Detergents and laundry”. Note: stick the label showing

the wash cycle descriptions and options on the front of the detergent dispenser drawer. You will find the sticker in the pack containing this manual.

		1. pre-wash compartment:
	3	use powder detergent.
		Before pouring in the
	1	detergent, make sure that
	2	extra compartment 3 has
		been removed.
		2. main wash compartment:
		use powder or liquid
		detergent. If using the latter
		type of detergent, we
		recommend it is poured into
	the drawer immediately before you start the washing

machine.

3. extra compartment: Bleach

The use of extra compartment 3 excludes the prewash function.

washing additives compartment: for fabric softener or liquid additives. We recommend that the maximum level indicated by the grille is not exceeded, and that concentrated fabric softeners are diluted.

Standby mode

This washing machine, in compliance with new energy saving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system which is enabled after a few minutes if no activity is detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and wait for the machine to start up again.

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Control panel

EN

SPIN display

DELAYED START/CYCLE

WASH

CYCLE

DURATION display

TEMPERATURE

PHASE

ECO indicator light

display

icons

WASH CYCLE

OPTION buttons with

OPTION buttons with

START/PAUSE

button with indicator

indicator lights

SELECTOR knob

indicator lights

light

Button with ON/OFF		DELAYED		CONTROL PANEL
	TEMPERATURE button			LOCK button with
indicator light		START
			DOOR LOCKED	indicator light
	SPIN button	button
			indicator light

Button with ON/OFF indicator light: press this briefly to switch the machine on or off. The green indicator light indicates that the machine is switched on. To switch off the washing machine during the wash cycle, press and hold the button for approximately 3 seconds; if the button is pressed briefly or accidentally the machine will not switch off. If the machine is switched off during a wash cycle, this wash cycle will be cancelled.

WASH CYCLE SELECTOR knob: may be turned in either direction. To select the most suitable wash cycle, please refer to the “Table of wash cycles”.

The knob will not move during the wash cycle.

TEMPERATURE button: press to modify or exclude the temperature setting; the value selected will appear on the display above (see “Running a wash cycle”).

SPIN CYCLE button: press to modify or exclude the spin cycle; the value selected will appear on the display above (see “Running a wash cycle”).

DELAYED START button: press to set a delayed start for the selected wash cycle; the set delay time will appear on the display above (see “Running a wash cycle”).

OPTION buttons with indicator lights: press to select the available options. The indicator light corresponding to the selected option will remain lit (see “Running a wash cycle”).

WASH CYCLE PHASE icons: these illuminate to indicate the progress of the wash cycle (Wash – Rinse – Spin – Drain ).

The text lights up when the cycle is complete.

START/PAUSE button with indicator light: when the green indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to start a wash cycle. Once the cycle has begun the indicator light will remain lit in a fixed manner. To pause the wash cycle, press the button again; the indicator light will flash in an orange colour. If the “Door locked” indicator light is switched off, the door may be opened. To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted, press the button again.

DOOR LOCKED indicator light: indicates that the porthole door is locked. To open the door, pause the wash cycle (see “Running a wash cycle”).

CONTROL PANEL LOCK button with indicator light: to activate or deactivate 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.

ECO indicator light: the icon lights up when, after altering the washing parameters, an energy saving of at least 10% is made. Furthermore, before the machine enters “Standby” mode, the icon will light up for a few seconds; when the machine is switched off the estimated energy saving will be around the 80% mark.

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Running a wash cycle

WARNING: before you use the washing machine for EN the first time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry, using the 90° cottons cycle without pre-wash.

1.SWITCH THE MACHINE ON. Press the button. All the indicator lights will illuminate for 1 second; the

indicator light corresponding to the button will then remain lit in a fixed manner and the START/PAUSE indicator light will flash slowly.

2.LOAD THE LAUNDRY. Open the porthole door. Load the laundry, making sure you do not exceed the maximum load value indicated in the table of wash cycles on the following page.

3.MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT. Pull out the detergent dispenser drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant compartments as described in

“Description of the machine”.

4.CLOSE THE PORTHOLE DOOR.

5.SELECT THE PROGRAMME. Turn the WASH CYCLE SELECTOR KNOB right or left, until you have selected the desired wash cycle. A temperature and spin speed is set for each wash cycle; these may be adjusted.

6.CUSTOMISE THE WASH CYCLE. Use the relevant buttons on the control panel:

Modify the temperature and/or spin speed.

The machine automatically displays the maximum temperature and spin speed values set for the selected cycle, or the most recently-used settings if they are compatible with the selected cycle. The temperature can be decreased by pressing the button, until the cold wash () setting is reached. The spin speed may be progressively reduced by pressing the button, until it is completely excluded (). If these buttons are pressed again, the maximum values are restored.

Exception: if the “Cottons” programme is selected, the temperature can be increased up to a value of 90°C.

Set a delayed start.

Press the button until you have reached the desired delay time. During the setting process, the delay time is shown on the display and the symbol flashes. After selecting a delayed start time, the fixed symbol and the cycle duration will appear on the display. Press the button once to display the selected delay time.

To remove the delayed start option, press the button until the display shows the text OFF; the symbol will disappear.

Once the START/PAUSE button has been pressed, the time delay may only be decreased.

Modify the cycle settings.

Press the OPTION buttons to customise the wash cycle in accordance with your own requirements.

•Press the button to activate the option; the corresponding indicator light will switch on.

•Press the button again to disable the option; the indicator light will switch off.

If the selected option is not compatible with the selected wash cycle, this incompatibility will be signalled by the flashing of the indicator light and a sound alert (3 beeps); the option will not be activated.If the selected option is not compatible with another option that has been selected previously, the indicator light corresponding to the first option selected will flash and only the second option will be activated; the indicator light corresponding to the button will remain lit in a constant manner.

7.START THE PROGRAMME. Press the START/ PAUSE button. The corresponding indicator light remains lit in a fixed manner and the porthole door

locks (the DOOR LOCKED indicator light illuminates). The icons corresponding to the wash cycle phases will light up during the cycle to indicate which phase is currently in progress.

To change a wash cycle once it has already started, pause the washing machine by pressing the START/ PAUSE button; then select the desired cycle and press the START/PAUSE button again.

To open the door during a wash cycle, press the

START/PAUSE button; if the DOOR LOCKED indicator light is switched off you may open the door. Press the START/PAUSE button again to restart the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted.

8.THE END OF THE WASH CYCLE. This is indicated by the illuminated text END. The porthole door may be opened immediately. If the START/PAUSE indicator light is flashing, press the button to end the cycle. Open the door, unload the laundry and switch off the machine.

If you wish to cancel a cycle which has already begun, press and hold the button until the cycle stops and the machine switches off.

Bag for quilts, curtains and delicate garments

The Aqualtis washing machine makes it easier for you to wash even the most valuable and delicate garments in complete confidence thanks to the special bag which protects the laundry (this is supplied with the machine). We recommend that the bag is used every time you wash quilts and padded items with an outer layer made using synthetic material.

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Wash cycles and options

Table of wash cycles

				Max.	Max.	Detergent and additives			Max.
Icon			Description of the wash cycle	temp.	speed				load
						Detergent	Fabric
				(°C)	(rpm)			Bleach	(kg)
						for wash	softener
			Cottons wash cycles
			Cottons with pre-wash	90°	1200	l	l	-	6
			(Add detergent to the relevant compartment).
			Cottons (1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.	60°	1200	l	l	l	6
				(Max. 90°)
			Cottons (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours.	40°	1200	l	l	l	6
			Coloured Cottons (3)	40°	1200	l	l	l	6
			Shirts	40°	600	l	l	l	2
			Jeans	40°	800	l	l	-	3
			Special programmes
			Baby: heavily soiled delicate colours	40°	800	l	l	l	2
			Durable Synthetics	60°	800	l	l	l	2,5
			Delicate Synthetics	40°	800	l	l	l	2,5
			"Bed & Bath" for bedlinen and towels.	60°	1200	l	l	l	6
			Duvets: for down-stuffed garments.	30°	1000	l	l	-	2
			Silk: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie.	30°	0	l	l	-	1
			Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc.	40°	600	l	l	-	1,5
			Mix 30': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for	30°	800	l	l	-	3
			wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand)
			Partials wash cycles
			Rinse	-	1200	-	l	l	6
			Spin	-	1200	-	-	-	6
			Drain	-	0	-	-	-	6

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Cycle duration

checked be can cycles wash the of duration The (*) .display the on

(*) Note: 10 minutes after the START, the machine will recalculate the time remaining until the end of the wash cycle on the basis of the load inside it; this value will then be shown on the display.

For all Test Institutes:

1)Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle with a temperature of 60°C.

2)Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C.

3)Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cyclewith a temperature of 40°C.

Wash options

Super Wash

This option offers a high-performance wash due to the greater quantity of water used in the initial phase of the cycle, and due to the increased wash cycle duration, is

		particularly useful for the
	3	removal of stubborn stains.
		It can be used with or
	1	without bleach. If you desire
		bleaching, insert the extra
2
		tray compartment (3) into
		compartment 1. When
		pouring in the bleach, be
		careful not to exceed the
		“max” level marked on the
		central pivot (see figure).
		To bleach laundry without

carrying out a full wash cycle, pour the bleach into the

extra compartment 3, select the "Rinse" cycle	and
activate the "Super Wash" option .
It cannot be used in conjunction with , ,	, , ,
, , .

Easy Iron

By selecting this option, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases.

At the end of the cycle the washing machine drum will rotate slowly; the “Easy Iron” and START/

PAUSE indicator lights will flash. To end the cycle press the START/PAUSE button or the “Easy Iron” button. For the Silk wash cycle, the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking and the “Easy Iron” indicator light will flash. To drain the water so that the laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the “Easy Iron” button.

It cannot be used in conjunction with .

Time Saver

If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be reduced by 30%-50%, depending on the selected cycle,

thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy
saving. Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments.
It cannot be used in conjunction with	, , ,	,
, , , , .

Extra rinse

By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal residual detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly useful for skin which is sensitive to detergents. We recommend this option is used with a full load of washing, or when a large amount of detergent is required.

It cannot be used in conjunction with , , .

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Detergents and laundry

Detergent

EN	The type and quantity of detergent required depend on
	the type of fabric you are washing (cotton, wool, silk,
	etc.), as well as its colour, the washing temperature, the
	level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area.
	Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid wastage
	and help to protect the environment: although they are
	biodegradable, detergents still contain ingredients which
	alter the balance of nature.
	We recommend the following:
	•	use powder detergents for white cotton garments and
		pre-washing.
	•	use liquid detergents for delicate cotton garments and
		for all low-temperature wash cycles.
	•	use gentle liquid detergents for wool and silk
		garments.

The detergent should be poured into the relevant compartment - or the dispenser placed directly inside the drum - before the wash cycle begins. In the latter case, it will not be possible to select the Cottons with pre-wash cycle.

Do not use hand washing detergents because these create too much foam.

Silk: use the special “Silk” wash cycle to wash all silk garments. We recommend the use of special detergent which has been designed to wash delicate clothes. Curtains: use the “Silk” wash cycle. These should be folded and placed inside the bag provided.

Wool: Hotpoint/Ariston is the only washing machine brand to have been awarded the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care endorsement (M.0508) by the Woolmark Company, which means that all woollen garments may be washed in the washing machine, even those which state “hand wash only” on the label. The “Wool” wash cycle can be used to wash all woollen garments in the washing machine while guaranteeing optimum performance.

Duvets: to wash single duvets (the weight of which should not exceed 2 kg), cushions or clothes padded with goose down such as puffa jackets, use the special “Duvets” wash cycle. We recommend that duvets are placed in the drum with their edges folded inwards (see figure) and that no more than ¾ of the total volume of the drum is used. To achieve the best results, we recommend that a liquid detergent is used and placed inside the detergent dispenser drawer.

Preparing the laundry

•Shake out the garments before loading them into the machine.

•Divide the laundry according fabric type (symbol on the washing instruction label) and colour, making sure you separate the coloured garments from the white ones;

•Empty all pockets and check the buttons;

•Do not exceed the values listed in the “Table of wash cycles”, which refer to the weight of the laundry when dry.

How much does your laundry weigh?

1 sheet		400-500 g
1 pillowcase		150-200 g
1	tablecloth	400-500 g
1	bathrobe	900-1200 g
1 towel		150-250 g
1 pair of jeans		400-500 g
1 shirt		150-200 g

Washing recommendations

Shirts: use the special “Shirts” wash cycle to wash shirts in different fabrics and colours to guarantee they receive the best possible care.

Jeans: use the special “Jeans” wash cycle for all denim garments; turn inside out before washing and use a liquid detergent.

Baby: use the special “Baby” wash cycle to remove the remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while removing all traces of detergent from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergic reactions. The cycle has been designed to reduce the amount of bacteria by using a greater quantity of water and optimising the effect of special disinfecting additives added to the detergent. At the end of the wash cycle, the machine will slowly rotate the drum; to end the cycle press the START/PAUSE button.

Quilts: to wash quilts with a synthetic outer layer, use the bag provided and set the wash cycle to “Duvets” . Bedlinen and towels: use the “Bed & Bath” cycle to wash laundry from all over the house; this optimises fabric softener performance and helps you save time and energy. We recommend the use of powder detergent. Stubborn stains: it is wise to treat stubborn stains with solid soap before washing, and to use the Cottons with pre-wash cycle.

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations before every spin and to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the washing machine performs the distribution process instead of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and balance, we recommend small and large garments are mixed in the load.

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