Hotpoint AQXXL 109 User Manual

Instruction booklet

WASHING MACHINE

English,1

AQXXL 109

Contents

Installation, 2-3

Unpacking and levelling Connecting the cold water and electricity supplies Technical data

Description of the machine, 4-5

Control panel

Running a wash cycle, 6

Programmes and options, 7

Table of Programmes Wash options

Detergents and laundry, 8

Detergent Preparing the laundry Washing advice Load-balancing system

Precautions and tips, 9

General safety Disposal Opening the door manually

Care and maintenance, 10

Turning off the water and electricity supplies Cleaning the machine Cleaning the detergent dispenser Drum maintenance Cleaning the pump Checking the water inlet hose

Troubleshooting, 11

Assistance, 12

Installation

 Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for

future reference. If the appliance is sold, given away or moved, please ensure the manual remains with the machine so that the new owner may benefit from the advice contained within it.

 Please read this instruction manual carefully it

contains important information regarding the safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.

 You will find the guarantee and other details relating to

the installation process in the bag containing this booklet.

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Once the washing machine has been removed from the packaging, check that 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 transit bolts used during transportation and the corresponding spacers on the back of the machine (see figure).

3. Having removed the 4 bolts use the 4 plastic blanking plates to cover the 4 holes.

4. Keep all the pieces; if the washing machine is transported in future, the transit bolts and spacers will have to be replaced in order to avoid damaging the inside of the machine.

 Packaging materials should not be used as toys by children.

Levelling

1. Position the washing machine on a level and sturdy floor, without resting it against walls or cabinets.

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

 If positioned on a fitted carpet or a rug, adjust the

feet in such a way as to allow room for air to circulate and provide ventilation beneath the washing machine.

Connecting the cold water and electricity supplies

Connecting the water inlet hose

 Before connecting the inlet hose to the cold water supply,

allow the water to flow from the tap until it runs clear.

1. Connect the inlet hose to the machine, by screwing it into the cold water inlet on the upper right hand side of the back of the machine (see figure).

2. Place the seal A (provided in the bag) on the end of the inlet hose and screw it to a cold

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

 The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values

indicated in the Technical data table (see next page).

 If the water inlet hose is not long enough, contact a

specialist store or an authorised technician.

 Always use the new water inlet hoses supplied with

the machine.

water tap with a 3/4 BSP threaded connection (see figure).

 If the appliance is levelled correctly it will be more

stable and much less likely to cause vibrations and noise during the spin cycle.

Drainage Connection

Connect the outlet hose to a draining duct or a stand pipe at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the floor. Do not

65 - 100 cm

bend it under any circumstances.

Alternatively, place the end of the hose over the edge of a washbasin or tub, fastening the hose supplied to the tap (see

figure).

The free end of the hose should not remain immersed in water.

 We advise against the use of hose extensions; if

absolutely necessary, the length of the extension must not exceed 150 cm and its diameter must be the same as the original hose.

Electrical connection

 The cable should be replaced only by authorised

technicians.

Warning! The company shall not be held responsible for any incidents that occur if these regulations are not observed.

Technical data

Before inserting the plug into the electrical socket, make sure that:

 the socket is earthed and complies with current

regulations;

 the socket can withstand the maximum load of the

appliance, which is 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, either the socket or the plug must be 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.

 Once the machine has been installed, the electricity

socket should be easily accessible.

 Do not use extension cables or multiple sockets.  The cable should not be bent or compressed.

Model

Dimensions

Capacity

Electrical

connections

Water connections

Spin speed

Energy rated programmes

according to AS/NZS 2040.2

AQXXL 109

width 59.5 cm height 85 cm depth 64.5 cm

from 1 to 8 kg

voltage 220-240 V 50 Hz maximum absorbed power 2100 W

maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar) minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar) drum capacity 62 litres

up to 1000 rotations per minute

COTTON WHITES program, temperature 60°C, Super Wash; using a load of 8 kg.

This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives:

- 72/23/EEC dated 19/02/73 (Low Voltage) and subsequent modifications

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

Description of the machine

DOOR

DOOR HANDLE

KICK STRIP

CONTROL PANEL

ADJUSTABLE FEET

DETERGENT DISPENSER:

Always use the handle to open the door (see

figure).

compartment immediately before the wash cycle is started.

compartment for additives: for fabric softener or other liquid washing additives. Do not exceed the maximum level indicated by the grille, and dilute concentrated fabric softeners.

This is inside the machine and may be accessed by opening the door.

For information relating to detergents, please refer to the chapter entitled

Detergents and laundry.

1. pre-wash

compartment: use powder detergent.

2. main wash compartment: use powder or liquid detergent. If you intend to use liquid detergent, we recommend that it is poured into the

 Detergents and additives must be specific to front-

loading machines.

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