Hotpoint AQGMD149 Washer/Dryer User Manual
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1. This machine was designed and manufactured in compliance with cuurent international safety standards The following advice is provided for safety reasons and should be read carefully General safety e This appliance was designed for domestic use inside the home and is not intended for commercial or industrial use e The washer dryer must be used by adults only in accordance with the instructions provided in this booklet e Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with wet or damp hands or feet e When unplugging the appliance always pull the plug from the mains socket do not pull on the cable e Do not touch the drained water as it may reach extremely high temperatures e Never force the porthole door doing so may damage the safety lock mechanism designed to prevent the door being opened accidentally e f the appliance breaks down under no circumatances must you attempt to carry out the repairs yourself e Keep children well away from the machine while it is in operation e f the machine must be moved work in a group of two or three people and handle it very carefully Never attempt to move the appliance without the help of another person because it is extremely heavy e Make sure that the drum is empty before loading laundry into the appliance e During the drying phase the door tends to get quite hot e Do not use the appliance to dry clothes that have been washed with flammable solvents e g trichlor2. E Hotpoint Control panel TEMPERATURE WASH button PROGRAMME Sanne START PAUSE knob and MEMO SPIN SPEED A button with indicator buttons button Icons light ON OFF CANCEL button with indicator light INFO button buttons DISPLAY ON OFF CANCEL button with indicator light press the button briefly to switch the machine on or off The green indicator light shows that the machine is switched on To switch the washer dryer off during a wash cycle press and hold the button for approximately 2 seconds pressing the button quickly or accidentally will not switch the machine off If the machine is switched off during a wash cycle the programme will be cancelled PROGRAMME knob this can be rotated in both directions To set a more suitable programme please refer to the 7able of Programmes The knob is locked into position during the wash cycle MEMO buttons press and hold one of the buttons to store a cycle with your own set preferences in the memory of the machine To recall a previously stored cycle press the corresponding button TEMPERATURE button press to decrease the temperature the value will be shown on the display SPIN CYCLE button press to reduce the r p m value or to exclude the spin cycle completely the value will be shown on the display DELAYED START GF button press to set a delayed start time for the selected programme The delay time will be shown on the display
3. OPTION buttons the name of the option will be shown on the display when the corresponding button is pressed When the relevant indicator light illuminates this shows that the option has been selected INFO button press the button to display information relating to the selected wash cycle and options OPTION CHILD LOCK button and indicator light indicator light DOOR LOCK indicator light DELAY TIMER button WASH CYCLE PHASE icons these light up to provide an indication of the progress of the wash cycle Wash Rinse y Spin Drying 2 amp The text END lights up when the cycle has finished START PAUSE button with indicator light when the green indicator light flashes slowly press the button to start the wash cycle When the cycle has started the indicator light is illuminated in a fixed manner To pause the wash cycle press the button again the indicator light will turn orange and begin to flash again If the Door Locked o indicator light is off the porthole door may be opened To restart the wash cycle from the point at which it was interrupted press the button again DOOR LOCKED o indicator light this indicates that the porthole door is locked To open the door pause the wash cycle see following page CHILD LOCK button and indicator light this is used to enable or disable the Child lock function by pressing the button for approximately 2 seconds When the indicato
4. 0 05 MPa 0 5 bar drum capacity 62 litres Spin speed up to 1400 rotations per minute Wash COTTON WHITES programme temperature 60 C Energy rated using a load of 8 kg programmes Drying first drying cycle performed according to with a 2 kg load by selecting the drying regulation level IRON EN 50229 Second drying cycle performed with a 6 kg load selecting the maximum drying level CUPBOARD This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives 89 336 EEC dated 03 05 89 Electromagnetic Compatibility and subsequent modifications 2002 96 EC 2006 95 EC Low Voltage E Hotpoint Description of the machine aa CONTROL DOOR PANEL DOOR HANDLE TOE KICK ADJUSTABLE FEET DOOR DETERGENT DISPENSER XQ This is inside the Always use the handle machine and may be to open the door see accessed by opening the figure 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 compartment immediately before the wash cycle is started amp 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
5. Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast reliable local service UK 08709 066 O66 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Please note Our advisors will require the following information Model number Serial number Parts and Accessories We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life UK 08709 077 077 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership To activate your free 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us UK 0870 6092094 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17 Bi Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise the risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut the mains cable off flush
6. is in progress pause the washer dryer by pressing the START PAUSE button then select the desired cycle and press the START PAUSE button again To open the door while a cycle is in progress press the START PAUSE button if the DOOR LOCK o indicator light switches off it is possible to open the door Press the START PAUSE button again to resatrt the programme from the point at which it was interrupted PROGRAMME END The text END lights up to indicate that the programme has ended The porthole door may be opened immediately If the START PAUSE button flashes press the button to end the cycle open the door unload the laundry and switch off the machine l If you wish to cancel a cycle that has already begun press and hold the button The cycle will be stopped and the machine will switch off Programmes and options Table of Programmes E Hotpoint Max Max Detergent Icon Programme description tempera spin Drying Maximum Cycle J speed load kg duration ture C Washing Fabric r p m softener Everyday programmes 60 esi COTTON WHITES Max 90 1400 3 e e 8 esi COTTON WHITES Heavily soiled whites and delicate colours 40 1400 o 3 3 8 COTTON COLOURFAST 40 1400 8 F A SYNTHETICS DELICATE 40 800 e e e 4 g FASTWASH Refreshes lightly soiled garments quickly not D 48 recommended for wool silk or c
7. manufacturer s guarantee which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase This gives you the reassurance that if within that time your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials we will at our discretion either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you This guarantee is subject to the following conditions The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only The appliance has not been altered serviced maintained dismantled or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland The guarantee does not cover Damage resulting from transportation improper use neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation Replacement of any consumable item or accessory These include but are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THIS GUARANTEE W
8. ILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers There will be a charge for our engineer s time To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance simply call our registration line on 0870 6092094 ROI 01 230 0800 Extended Guarantees We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills for the life of your policy To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08709 088 088 ROI 01 230 0233 Free Helpdesk Service We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership Simply call our Hotpoint Service Hotline on 08709 066 066 ROI 0818 313 413 for telephone assistance or where necessary to arrange for an engineer to call If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back 15 195067281 01 01 2008 Xerox Business Services After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us the manufacturer Essential Contact Information
9. Instruction booklet WASHER DRYER Contents ca Installation 2 3 4 5 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the cold water and electricity supplies English 1 Technical data Description of the machine 6 7 Control panel Running a wash cycle 8 Programmes and options 9 10 Table of Programmes Wash options Drying Detergents and laundry 11 Detergent AQ U A LTI S Preparing the laundry Washing advice AQGMD 149 Load balancing system Precautions and tips 12 General safety Disposal Opening the door manually Care and maintenance 13 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 14 Assistance 15 E Hotpoint Installation T 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 T 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 da
10. and bathrobes B Based on time 40 90 180 max 5 kg To remove the drying cycle press the button until the display shows the text OFF If your laundry load to wash and dry is exceptionally in excess of the maximum load foreseen see table of drying times perform the wash cycle and when the programme is complete divide up the garments and put part of them back in the drum Now follow the instructions provided for a Dry only cycle Repeat this proce dure for the remainder of the load N B a cooling down period is always added to the end of each drying cycle Dry only Turn the PROGRAMME knob to one of the drying settings 3 amp depending on the type of fabric then select the desired drying type using the DRYING button 50x 10 Detergents and laundry Detergent The type and quantity of detergent used depends on the type of fabric cotton wool silk its colour the temperature of the wash the level of soiling and the hardness of the water in the area Measuring out the detergent carefully will avoid accidental spills and help to protect the environment although they may be biodegradable detergents contain elements that alter the balance of nature We recommend e the use of powder detergents for white cotton garments and for pre wash phases e the use of liquid detergents for delicate cotton garments and for all programmes which run at a low temperature e the use of liquid deterg
11. chine 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 amp 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 GREEN amp above YELLOW le m BROWN le D 13 ampere fuse x l Lan CROSS BAR CORD GRIP BLUE 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 l Do not use extensions or multiple sockets l The power supply cable must never be bent or dangerously compressed l 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 Technical data Model AQGMD 149 width 59 5 cm Dimensions height 85 cm depth 64 5 cm from 1to 8 kg for wash programme Capacity from 1 to 6 kg for the drying programme Electrical please refer to the technical data plate connections fixed to the machine Water connections maximum pressure 1 MPa 10 bar minimum pressure
12. e in progress flash rapidly at the same time as the ON OFF indicator light There is too much foam The washer dryer door remains locked The washer dryer does not dry 14 Possible causes Solutions The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket or it has not been inserted far enough to make contact There is no power in the house The porthole door has not been shut properly The START PAUSE button has not been pressed The water tap has not been turned on The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap The hose is kinked The water tap has not been turned on There is no water in the house The water pressure is insufficient The START PAUSE button has not been pressed The end of the outlet hose has not been fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the floor see Installation The free end of the hose is underwater see nstallation If If the dwelling is on one of the upper floors of a building there may be problems relating to water drainage causing the washer dryer to load and drain water continuously Special anti draining valves are available in shops and help to avoid this inconvenience The water drainage systemis not fitted with a breather pipe The programme does not include a draining phase some programmes require manual draining see Programmes and options The Easy Iron option is enabled to complete the programme press the START PAUSE button s
13. e 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 Electric connection Before plugging the appliance into the mains socket make sure that e the socket is earthed and in compliance with the applicable law e the socket is able to sustain the appliance s maximum power load indicated in the Technical details table on the page 5 E Hotpoint e the supply voltage is included within the values i ndicated on the Technical details table on the page 5 e 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 ost 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 t
14. ee Programmes and options The outlet hose is bent see nstallation The drainage duct is clogged The drum was not unlocked properly when the appliance was installed see Installation The washer dryer is not level see Installation The washer dryer is trapped between cabinets and a wall see Installation The load is not balanced properly see Description of the machine The water inlet hose is not screwed on to the tap correctly see Installation The detergent dispenser drawer is blocked for instructions on how to clean it see Care and maintenance The outlet hose has not been secured properly see nsta lation Switch off the machine and unplug the appliance wait for approximately 1 minute then switch it on again If the problem persists contact Assistance The detergent is not designed for machine washing the packaging should state that the product is for washing by machine for washing by hand or machine or similar Too much detergent was used Follow the manual unlocking procedure see Precautions and tips The appliance is not plugged into the socket or not enough to make contact There has been a power failure The appliance door is not shut properly A delayed start has been set The DRYING cycle is on the OFF setting Assistance E Hotpoint Guarantee eB 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our
15. ents for wool and silk l Do not use detergents when washing garments by hand because they create too much foam The detergent must be measured out into the relevant compartment or into the detergent dosing ball which will be placed directly into the drum of the machine In this case the Cotton cycle with pre wash phase may not be selected Preparing the laundry l Unfold all items of laundry before placing them in the machine e Divide the laundry according to type of material the symbol on the garment label and colour making sure that whites are separated from coloured garments e Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons e Do not exceed the values indicated in the 7ab e of Programmes which refer to the weight of the laundry items when they are dry How much does your laundry weigh 1 sheet 400 500g 1 pillowcase 150 200g 1 tablecloth 400 500g 1 bathrobe 900 1200 g 1 towel 150 250g 1 pair of jeans 400 500g 1 shirt 150 200g Washing advice Shirts use a suitable programme to wash shirts made from different fabrics and in different colours This will guarantee that these garments are looked after properly Silk use the relevant programme designed for all silk garments We recommend the use of a special detergent for delicate garments E Hotpoint Curtains these should be folded and placed inside the bag provided Use the Silk programme eB Wool Hotpoint is the only wash
16. er dryer to have obtained the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care mark of recognition M 0508 from The Woolmark Company which certifies the machine washing of all woollen garments even those whose label states hand wash only H The Wool programme therefore offers you complete peace of mind when washing all woollen garments with great perfor mance guaranteed every time Bathroom laundry and bedlinen this washer dryer can be used to wash any domestic laundry in a single cycle called BED amp BATH that optimises the use of fabric softener while saving both time and electricity We recommend that you use a powder detergent Stubborn stains stubborn stains should be treated with solid soap before the garment is washed use the Cotton programme with pre wash phase 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 faster than the normal washing speed If after several attempts the load is still not evenly distributed the machine spins at a lower speed than the set frequency If the load is excessively unbalanced the washer dryer continues at distribution speed only instead of the full spin speed In order to achieve better load distribution and balance we recommend that large and small garments are mixed when placing the laundry in the machine 11 Precautions and tips
17. ethylene e Do not use the appliance to dry foam rubber or similar elastomers e Make sure that the water tap is turned on during the drying cycles Disposal e When disposing of the packaging material observe local legislation so that the packaging may be reused e The European Directive 2002 96 EC relating to Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment states that household appliances should not be disposed of using the normal solid urban waste cycle Exhausted appliances should be collected separately in order to optimise the cost of re using and recycling the materials inside the machine while preventing potential damage to the atmosphere and to public health The crossed out dustbin is marked on all products to 12 remind the owner of their obligations regarding separated waste collection For more information relating to the correct disposal of household appliances owners should contact their local authorities or appliance dealer Opening the door manually If it is not possible to open the porthole door due to a powercut and you wish to hang out the laundry proceed as follows 1 Remove the plug from the electricity socket 2 Make sure that the water level inside the machine is lower than the door opening if this is not the case remove excess water using the water outlet hose collecting it in a bucket as shown in the figure 3 Remove the covering panel on the front of the washer dryer using a
18. he 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 Instructions for connecting cable to an alternative plug Important the wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code Green amp Yellow Earth Blue Neutral Brown Live 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 amp Yellow wire to terminal marked E or or coloured Green or Green amp 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 ma
19. lothes that should be 30 800 e e e 35 a washed by hand 5 Vigorous programmes o COTTON PREWASH Removes stubborn stains 2 w Add detergent to the relevant compartment oe 100 o a SYNTHETICS NON DELICATES 60 800 e e e 4 a Special programmes o io SHIRTS 40 600 e e e 2 3 amp ISILK Washes silk and garments and lingerie 30 0 3 3 2 D lt WOOL Washes wool cashmere etc 40 800 e e e 2 g P BEDSBATH Washes bathroom laundry and bedlinen 60 1400 o e e 8 v Drying programmes lt 8 Drying cycle for cottons e 6 an D Ly Drying cycle for synthetics e 4 2 Gy Drying cycle for wool e 15 5 z D Partial programmes lt y Rinse cottons 1400 e E e Fast Spin cottons 1400 ktg Pump out 0 The information contained in the table is purely indicative Wash options jii Super Wash This option guarantees a high performance wash thanks to the use of a greater quantity of water during the initial phase of the cycle and a longer overall duration of the programme l It is not compatible with the Fastwash Silk Wool Partial programmes and Drying programmes Reduce creases If this option is selected the wash and spin phases will be adjusted accordingly so that fabric creasing is reduced At the end of the cycle the drum of the washer dryer will spin slowly the Reduce creases and START PAUSE indicator lights
20. maged during transportation If it has been damaged contact the retailer and do not proceed any further with the installation process 2 Remove the four transit bolts and the rubber bush with the respective spacer situated on the rear of the appliance NB The plastic spacers may fall down inside the machine once the bolt has been removed and will not interfere with the operation of the machine 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 l If the appliance is levelled correctly it will be more stable and much less likely to cause vibrations and noise during the spin cycle l 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 l Before c
21. onnecting 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 water tap with a 3 4 BSP threaded connection see figure 3 Make sure there are no kinks or bends in the inlet hose l The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values indicated in the Technical data table see next page l If the water inlet hose is not long enough contact a specialist store or an authorised technician l Always use the new water inlet hoses supplied with the machine Drainage Connection 65 100 cm Connect the drain hose without kinking it to a draining duct or a stand pipe situated between 65 and 100 cm from the floor The drain hose may be connected to an under sink trap Before connecting the drain hose from the machine ensure that any blanks or removable ends have been taken off the spigot If it is placed 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 hos
22. p is located in the lower part of this pre chamber T Make sure that the wash cycle has finished and remove the plug from the socket E Hotpoint To access the pre chamber eB 1 Remove the kick strip on the front of the machine using a screwdriver see figure 2 Position a container collecting the drained water approximately 1 5 correctly see figure 3 Unscrew the cover turning it in an anticlockwise direction see figure 4 Clean the inside thoroughly 5 Screw the cover back on 6 Replace the kick strip making sure that the hooks are positioned in the right slots before pushing the panel towards the machine Checking the water inlet hose Check the water inlet hose at least once a year If there are any cracks replace it immediately the high water pressure used by the wash cycles could cause a cracked hose to split open 13 Troubleshooting From time to time your machine may not operate as it should Before calling for Assistance see Assistance make sure that the problem cannot be resolved easily using the following list Malfunction The washer dryer will not switch on The wash cycle does not begin The washer dryer fails to fill with water The machine continuously fills and drains water The washer dryer does not drain or spin The washer dryer vibrates too much during the spin cycle The washer dryer leaks The icons corresponding to the Phas
23. r light is illuminated the control panel is locked This avoids accidental changes being made to the wash cycles especially where children are at home ECO indicator light the ECO icon lights up when the electricity saving reaches at least 10 this can be achieved by adjusting the wash cycle settings T When the machine is first switched on you will be asked to choose a language Select Language appears on the display press the INFO button repeatedly until the required language appears on the display After 5 seconds the language selection will be stored in the memory of the machine If the wrong language is selected by mistake press and hold the INFO and DELAYED START buttons simultaneously this will return the language selection menu to the display Running a wash cycle NOTE the first time you use the washer dryer add detergent and run an empty 90 C cotton wash cycle without the pre wash phase 1 SWITCH THE MACHINE ON Press the button All the indicator lights will illuminate for 1 second and the text OK will appear on the display the indicator light corresponding to the button will then remain lit in a constant manner and the START PAUSE indicator light will flash 2 LOAD THE LAUNDRY Open the porthole door Load the laundry making sure you do not exceed the maximum load value indicated by the display and in the programme table on the following page 3 MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT Pull out the de
24. screwdriver see figure 4 Using the tab shown in the figure pull outwards until the plastic brace comes away pull it downwards until you hear a click which indicates that the door is unlocked 5 Open the door if this is still not possible repeat the process 6 Replace the kick strip making sure that the hooks are positioned in the right slots before pushing the panel towards the machine Care and maintenance Turning off the water and electricity supplies e Turn off the water tap after every wash This limits wear and tear on the machine s water supply and prevents leaks e Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before cleaning it and before performing any maintenance work on it Cleaning the machine The exterior of the appliance and all rubber parts may be cleaned using a cloth soaked in warm soapy water Do not use solvents or abrasive products Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer To remove the drawer press the lever 1 and pull it outwards 2 see figure Wash the drawer under running water this should be done regularly Drum maintenance e Always leave the porthole door ajar to prevent unpleasant odours from forming Cleaning the pump The washer dryer is fitted with a self cleaning pump which does not require regular maintenance However it may be that small objects coins buttons etc fall into the pre chamber that protects the pump the pum
25. tergent dispenser drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant compartments as described in Description of the machine For advice as to the type of detergent to use for each cycle press the button 4 CLOSE THE PORTHOLE DOOR 5 SELECT THE PROGRAMME Turn the PROGRAMME KNOB left or right until the required programme has been selected the name of the programme will appear on the display A temperature and spin speed is set for each programme these may be adjusted The recommended drum load level and the cycle duration will also appear on the display 6 PERSONALISE THE WASH CYCLE Use the relevant buttons on the control panel Modify the temperature and or the spin speed The machine automatically selects the temperature and the maximum spin speed for the programme set and these values may not be increased By pressing the button the tempe rature can be progressively reduced gr even set to cold wash OFF By pressing the button the spin speed can be progressively reduced or even eliminated altogether OFF If the buttons are pressed again the maximum values are restored l Exception if the COTTON WHITES programme is selected the temperature can be increased up to a value of 90 C Setting a delayed start To set a delayed start for the selected programme press the corresponding button repeatedly until the required delay period has been reached When this option has been acti
26. vated the symbol appears on the display To remove the delayed start option press the button until the display shows the text OFF the symbol will disappear A g Modifying the cycle settings e Press the button to activate the option the name of the option will then appear on the display and the corresponding indicator light will illuminate e Press the button again to deactivate the option the name of the option will then appear on the display followed by the text OFF and the corresponding indicator light will switch off l if the selected option is not compatible with the set programme the indicator light will flash and the option will not be activated T 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 active option will remain lit in a constant manner The options may affect the recommended load value and or the duration of the cycle 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 During the wash cycle the display will show which stage is currently in progress and the icon corresponding to each stage will illumi nate To change a programme while a cycle
27. will flash To end the cycle press the START PAUSE button or the Reduce creases button When using the Silk programme the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking and the Reduce creases and START PAUSE indicator lights will flash To drain the water so that the laundry can be removed press the START PAUSE button or the Reduce creases button l This option is not compatible with the Fastwash Wool Fast Spin cottons Pump out and Drying programmes m Gy Extra Rinse This programme increases the efficiency of the rinse phase and ensures that a greater amount of detergent is remo recommended for ved It is particularly skin types that are sensitive to detergents We recommend this programme is used when the washer dryer is full or when a large amount of detergent has been used This option is not compatible with the Fastwash Fast Spin cottons programmes Pump out and Drying Drying Table of drying times guideline values Clothing of different sizes Terry towels ee 180 170 160 Synthetics Sheets Shirts Pyjamas socks etc 180 170 160 Knitwear Pullovers etc 15 165 155 145 Set the drying cycle Press the 20 button to set the desired drying type Two options are available A Based on the damp level of the dry clothes Iron slightly damp clothes easy to iron Hanger ry clothes to put away Cupboard very dry clothes recommended for towelling
28. with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut 16
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