Hotpoint AQ9D69I Instructions for Installation and Use

Instructions for
installation and use

Contents

Installation, 2-3-4-5

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AQUALTIS

AQ9D 69 I

Unpacking and levelling
Connecting the electricity and water supplies
Technical data

Description of the machine, 6-7

Touch control panel

Running a wash cycle, 8

Wash cycles and options, 9

Table of wash cycles
Wash options

Detergents and laundry, 10

Detergent
Preparing the laundry
Washing recommendations

Precautions and advice, 11

General safety
Load balancing system
Disposal
Opening the porthole door manually

WASHING MACHINE

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Care and maintenance, 12

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, 13

Assistance, 14

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Installation

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 This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place
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).

 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. 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).

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

Connect the drain hose,
without bending it, to a
draining duct or a wall
drain situated between

65 - 100 cm

65 and 100 cm from the
floor;

The drain hose may be
connected to an under­sink trap. Before
connecting the drain
hose from the machine
ensure that any blanks

Where it connects to
the waste water pipe
cut end off spigot or
remove the blanking cap

or removable ends have
been taken off the
spigot.

If it is place over the
edge of a basin or sink
be sure the free end of
the hose should not be
underwater.

 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 150 cm in length.
Ensure that if the drain hose is pushed into a
standpipe, that the end does not go down more than
15cms (6 inches). If the hose is pushed down too far,
this may cause the machine to self -syphon ie.
continuously empty as it is filling.

 the supply voltage is included within the values i
ndicated on the Technical details table (see page 5);

 the socket is compatible with the washing
machine's plug. If this is not the case, replace
the socket or the plug.

Your appliance is now supplied with a 13 amp fused plug
it can be plugged into a 13 amp socket for immediate
use. Before using the appliance please read the
instructions below.

WARNING - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THE FOLLOWING OPERATIONS SHOULD BE
CARRIED OUT BY A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

Replacing the fuse:

When replacing a faulty fuse, a 13 amp ASTA approved
fuse to BS 1362 should always be used, and the fuse
cover re-fitted. If the fuse cover is lost, the plug must not
be used until a replacement is obtained.
Replacement fuse covers:
If a replacement fuse cover is fitted, it must be of the
correct colour as indicated by the coloured marking or
the colour that is embossed in words on the base of the
plug. Replacements can be obtained directly from your
nearest Service Depot.

Removing the plug:

If your appliance has a non-rewireable moulded plug and
you should wish to re-route the mains cable through
partitions, units etc., please ensure that either:
the plug is replaced by a fused 13 ampere re-wearable
plug bearing the BSI mark of approval.
or:
the mains cable is wired directly into a 13 amp cable
outlet, controlled by a switch, (in compliance with BS

5733) which is accessible without moving the appliance.

Disposing of the plug:

Ensure that before disposing of the plug itself, you make
the pins unusable so that it cannot be accidentally
inserted into a socket.

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Electric connection

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 appliance's
maximum power load indicated in the Technical details
table (see page 5);

Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug:
Important: the wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following code:

Green & Yellow Earth
Blue Neutral
Brown Live

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As the colours of the wires in the lead may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifyng the
terminals in your plug, proceed as follows:
Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or
or coloured Green or Green & Yellow.
Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured
Red.
Connect Blue wire to terminal marked N or coloured
Black.
If a 13 amp plug (BS 1363) is used it must be fitted with a
13 amp fuse, either in the plug or adaptor or at the
distribution board.
If you are in any doubt the electrical supply to your
machine, consult a qualified electrician before use.
How to connect an alternative plug:
The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance
with the following code:

BLUE NEUTRAL (N)
BROWN LIVE (L)
GREEN & YELLOW EARTH (E)

Disposing of the appliance:

When disposing of the appliance please remove the plug
by cutting the mains cable as close as possible to the
plug body and dispose of it as described above.

GREEN &
YELLOW

BROWN

BLUE

13 ampere fuse

CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP

 The washing 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 washing machine is installed, the mains
socket must be within easy reach.

 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.

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

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Technical data

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Model

Dimensions

Capacity

Electrical

connections

Water connections

Spin speed

Energy rated
programmes

according to
regulation
EN 60456

AQ9D 69 I

width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 64,5 cm

from 1 to 9 kg

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 62 litres

up to 1600 rotations per minute

programme ; temperature 60°C;
using a load of 9 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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