Hotpoint ARXXL 88 User Manual

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE

GB

English,1

ARXXL 88

GR

ЕЛЛЗНЙКБ,13

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 washing machine
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 spin speed
Functions

Detergents and laundry, 8

Detergent dispenser drawer
Bleach cycle
Preparing the laundry
Garments requiring special care
Load balancing system

Precautions and tips, 9

General safety
Disposal
Opening the porthole door manually

Care and maintenance, 10

Cutting off the water or electricity supply
Cleaning the washing machine
Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer
Caring for the door and drum of your appliance
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose

Troubleshooting, 11

Service, 12

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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, 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 washing machine from its packaging.

2. Make sure that the washing machine 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 3
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 washing machine 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 washing machine.

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 washing machine
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 washing machine 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.

 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;

 Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

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 The cable should not be bent or compressed.

 The power supply cable must only be replaced by

authorised technicians.

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

The first wash cycle

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);

 the socket is compatible with the plug of the

washing machine. If this is not the case, replace
the socket or the plug.

 The washing 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.

 When the washing machine has been installed, the

electricity socket must be within easy reach.

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

Energy rated
programmes

according to
regulation
EN 60456

ARXXL 88

width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 56,5 cm

from 1 to 7 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 52 litres

up to 800 rotations per minute

programme 6; temperature 60°C;
using a load of 7 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

- 2002/96/EC

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Description of the washing machine
and starting a wash cycle

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Control panel

ON/OFF

Detergent dispenser drawer

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: switches the washing machine on
and off.

WASH CYCLE knob: programmes the wash cycles.
During the wash cycle, the knob does not move.

FUNCTION buttons with indicator light: used to
select the available functions. The indicator light
corresponding to the selected function will remain lit.

TEMPERATURE knob: sets the temperature or the
cold wash cycle (see Personalisation).

SPIN SPEED knob: sets the spin speed or exclude
the spin cycle completely (see Personalisation).

button

WASH CYCLE

knob

TEMPERATURE

knob

WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/DELAY TIMER

indicator light
wash cycle.
The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is in
progress.
If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time
remaining until the wash cycle starts will be indicated

(see next page).

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.

WASH CYCLE PROGRESS/
DELAY TIMER

SPIN SPEED

knob

FUNCTION

buttons with
indicator lights

s: used to monitor the progress of the

indicator light is switched off, the

indicator lights

START/PAUSE

button with indicator
light

DOOR
LOCKED

indicator light

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Indicator lights

The indicator lights provide important information.
This is what they can tell you:

Wash cycle phase indicator lights

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.

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Delayed start

If the DELAY TIMER function has been activated (see
Personalisation), after the wash cycle has been

started the indicator light corresponding to the
selected delay period will begin to flash:

As time passes, the remaining delay will be displayed
and the corresponding indicator light will flash:

Once the set delay has elapsed, the flashing indicator
light will switch off and the selected wash cycle will
begin.

Wash

Rinse

Spin

Drain
End of wash cycle

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 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.

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).

Starting a wash cycle

1. Switch the washing machine 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 spin speed (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 washing machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button.

indicator light will switch on. The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will switch

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Wash cycles

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Table of wash cycles

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Description of the wash cycle

Wash cycles

Special cycles

Sanitizing cycle:

6

Sanitizing cycle (1):

6

Goodnigt cycle:

7

Baby cycle:

8

Shirts

9

Silk/Curtains:

10

Wool:

For wool, cashmere, etc.

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1

1
2
3
3

4

5

A
B
C
D
E

Everyday wash cycles (Daily)

Cotton:

Heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.

Cotton (2):

Coloured Cottons (3):

Synthetics resistents:

Synthetics delicates:
Mix 30':

To refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable

for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand).

Mix 15':

To refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable

for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand).

Partial wash cycles

Rinse - 800 - ­Light rinse - 800 - ­Spin - 800 - - - 716
Light spin - 800 - - - 312
Drain non spin - 0 - - - 72

Extremely soiled whites.

Heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.

Lightly soiled delicate colours.

Heavily soiled delicate colours.

For garments in silk and viscose, lingerie.

Heavily soiled whites and delicate colours.

Lightly soiled whites and delicate colours.
Heavily soiled resistant colours.

Lightly soiled resistant colours.

temp.

Max.

speed

(°C)

(rpm )

Bleach Wash

90° 800
60° 800 ­40° 800 ­40° 800 ­40° 600 ­30° 0 ­40° 600 -

60° 800
40° 800
40° 800
60° 800 ­40° 800 -

30° 800 -

30° 800 -

Detergents

Fabric

softener

ll l

ll

ll

ll

ll

ll

ll

ll l

ll l

ll l

ll

ll

ll

ll

l

l

Max.

load

(kg)

Cycle

duration

7165
7175
4290
2 118
270
255

1,5 55

7 130
7 115
785
385
370

330

1,5 15

744
337

The information contained in the table is intended as a guide only.

For all Test Institutes:

1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation EN 60456: set wash cycle 6 with a temperature of 60°C.

2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 1 with a temperature of 40°C.

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

Specials wash cycles

Sanitizing cycle (wash cycle 6). A high-temperature hygienic wash cycle (over 60°C) which requires the use of bleach.
Pour the bleach, the detergent and the additives into the relevant compartments (see paragraph entitled
Detergent dispenser drawer).
Goodnigt cycle (wash cycle 7). This is a silent cycle which can be run at night, when the electricity prices are lower. The
wash cycle is designed for cottons and synthetics. At the end of the cycle the machine stops while there is still water in
the drum; to spin and drain the laundry press the START/PAUSE button; alternatively the machine will perform the spin
cycle and drain the water automatically after 8 hours.
Baby cycle (wash cycle 8). This wash cycle can be used to remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while ensuring
that all detergent is removed from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergies. 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 prevent the formation of creases; to end the cycle
press the START/PAUSE button.
Mix 30 (wash cycle 4) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 30 minutes and
therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (4 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics
together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 3 kg.
Mix 15(wash cycle 5) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and
therefore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (5 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics
together (except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1.5 kg.

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Personalisation

Setting the temperature

Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles).
The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash (
The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a temperature which is higher than the
maximum value set for each wash cycle.

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Setting the spin speed

Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle.
The maximum spin speeds available for each wash cycle are as follows:

Wash cycles Maximum spin speed

Cottons 800 rpm
Synthetics 800 rpm
Wool 600 rpm
Silk drain only

The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol
The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed which is higher than the
maximum speed set for each wash cycle.

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Functions

The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help to achieve the desired results, every time.
To activate the functions:

1. Press the button corresponding to the desired function;

2. the function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated.
Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in

conjunction with the selected wash cycle.

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Delay timer

This timer delays the start time of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.
Press the button repeatedly until the indicator light corresponding to the desired delay time switches on. The fifth time
the button is pressed, the function will be disabled.
N.B. Once you have pressed the START/PAUSE button, the delay time may only be decreased if you wish to modify it.

 This option is enabled with all programmes.

Easy iron

By selecting this function, 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 will perform slow rotations of the drum; the EASY IRON and START/
PAUSE indicator lights will flash (orange) and the RINSE phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. To end the cycle,
press the START/PAUSE button or the EASY IRON button.
For the Silk (10) 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.

 This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 11, C, D, E.

Extra rinse

By selecting this function, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is
particularly useful for sensitive skin.

 This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 4, 5, C, D, E.

Super Wash

Because a greater quantity of water is used in the initial phase of the cycle, and because of the increased cycle
duration, this function offers a high-performance wash.

 This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, A, B, C, D, E.

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Detergents and laundry

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Detergent dispenser drawer

Good washing results also depend on the correct
dose of detergent: adding too much detergent will not
necessarily result in a more efficient wash, and may in
fact cause build up on the inside of your appliance
and contribute to environmental pollution.

 Do not use hand washing detergents because these

create too much foam.

Open the detergent

4

MAX

1

3

compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder)

Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that extra
compartment 4 has been removed.

compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle
(powder or liquid)

Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately
prior to the start of the wash cycle.

compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)

The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.

extra compartment 4: Bleach

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dispenser drawer and
pour in the detergent or
washing additive, as
follows.

Bleach cycle

Bleaching may only be performed in conjunction with
wash cycles 1, 2, 6.
Pour the bleach into extra compartment 4; pour the
detergent and softener into the corresponding
compartments, then select one of the
abovementioned wash cycles.
This option is recommended only for very soiled
cotton garments.

Preparing the laundry

How much does your laundry weigh?

1 sheet 400-500 g
1 pillow case 150-200 g
1 tablecloth 400-500 g
1 bathrobe 900-1200 g
1 towel 150-250 g

Garments requiring special care

Shirts: use special wash cycle 9 to wash shirts in

various fabrics and colours.
It guarantees maximum care is taken of the garments
and minimises the formation of creases.
Silk: use special wash cycle 10 to wash all silk
garments. We recommend the use of special
detergent which has been designed to wash delicate
clothes.
Curtains: these should be folded and placed inside
the bag provided. Use wash cycle 10.
Wool: Hotpoint/Ariston is the only washing machine
manufacturer 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. Wash cycle 11 therefore offers
complete peace of mind when washing woollen
garments in the washing machine (max. load 1.5 kg)
and guarantees optimal performance.

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations
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.

 Divide the laundry according to:

- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label

- the colours: separate coloured garments from

whites.
 Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.
 Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the

weight of the laundry when dry:

Durable fabrics: max. 7 kg

Synthetic fabrics: max. 3 kg

Delicate fabrics: max. 2 kg

Wool: max. 1.5 kg

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