Hotpoint Ariston ARMXXL125EU Operating and installation instructions

Indesit Company UK Ltd
© 2007 Reg. Office: Peterborough PE2 9JB Registered in London: 106725
Service
Information
WASHER
DRYER
Model Comm.
Covered Code
ARMXXL125EU 47554
5407384 Issue 1 Oct. 2007

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SAFETY NOTES & GENERAL SERVICING ADVICE
1. This manual is NOT intended as a comprehensive repair/maintenance guide to the appliance.
2. It should ONLY be used by suitably qualified persons having technical competence applicable
product knowledge and suitable tools and test equipment.
3. Servicing of electrical appliances must be undertaken with the appliance disconnected (unplugged)
from the electrical supply.
4. Servicing must be preceded by Earth Continuity and Insulation Resistance checks.
5. Personal safety precautions must be taken to protect against accidents caused by sharp edges on
metal and plastic parts.
6. After servicing the appliance must be rechecked for Electrical Safety. In the case of appliances
which are connected to a water supply (i.e.: Washing Machines, Dishwashers & Food Centres etc.)
checks must be made for leaks from seals gaskets and pipe work and rectification carried out where
necessary.
7. It can be dangerous to attempt 'DIY' repairs / maintenance on complex equipment and the Company
recommends that any problem with the appliance is referred to its own Service Organisation.
8. Whilst the Company has endeavoured to ensure the accuracy of the data within this publication they
cannot hold themselves responsible for any inconvenience or loss occasioned by any error within.
SERIAL NUMBER / INDUSTRIAL CODE EXPLANATION
Serial Number Example
3 10 02 0895
Four remaining digits = Build number that day 895th built
Third two digits = Day of manufacture 2nd of month
Second two digits = Month of manufacture October
First digit = Year of manufacture 2003
Industrial Code Example
37 24455 0010
Last four digits = 0000 original production.
Second five digits = COMMERCIAL CODE*
First two digits = Factory of origin
* Vital for correct model information and system identification
Other numbers denote major production changes

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INDEX
Safety & Servicing Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Manufacturing Serial Number Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Controls, Options, Drying & Drying process, Valve operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 12
Wiring Connections and Wiring Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 - 14
Wiring Diagram Legend . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Error Codes & Possible Causes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Dismantling Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 - 24

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SPECIFICATIONS
Model Covered ARMXXL125EU
Commercial Code: 47554
Colour White
Country of Origin Great Britain
Electrical Supply 220 - 240 Volt AC @ 50 Hz
Energy Energy Class: B
Washing Performance Class: A
Energy Consumption 1.33 kWh / Cycle @ 60°C Cotton
Water Consumption Washing Only = 62 Litres @ 60°C Cotton
Wash Load 7 kg Cottons
Washing & Drying Load 5.0 kg + 5.0 kg Cottons
Spin Speed 1200 rpm maximum
Wash Heater 1800 Watts @ 230 volts Resistance 30 Ω approx.
Dryer Heater 1200 Watts @ 230 volts Resistance 43 Ω approx.
Thermistor NTC - Wash Resistance: 20 KΩ@ 20°C
Thermistor NTC - Dryer Resistance: 26 KΩ@ 20°C
Water Supply Cold Valve - Coil Resistance 3.8 KΩ
Max Pressure = 1 Mpa (10bar)
Minimum Pressure = 0.05 Mpa (0.5bar)
Motor - Wash Single phase (52 mm stator)
Motor - Dryer Fan 230 Volt 50 Hz Resistance approx. 45 Ω
Pump 2 Pole Synchronous
220 / 240 Volt 25 Watt, Resistance = 165 Ω
Maximum Head 1.4 metres
Flow rate @ 0.9 metres / 30 Litres per minute
Door Lock P.T.C. Solenoid (Emergency door release cord if power lost)
Torque Settings Outer Drum = 8Nm
Upper Balance Weight = 24 - 26 Nm
Lower Balance Weight = 24 - 26 Nm
Heater Box to Drum = 12Nm
Heater Box Top to Bottom = 8Nm
Dimensions Height 850 mm Width 595 mm
Depth 580 mm Weight 75.5 kg

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CONTROLS
ON-OFF / SELECTING A PROGRAMME
The machine is switched on by pressing the ON-OFF button.
All the indicator lights will light up for a few seconds.
Turn the programme selector dial to the to the desired programme.
Load the laundry and detergent.
Select the Option you require, a time will be indicated in the display window.
Press the Start / Cancel button.
A beep will be heard followed by a CLUNK from the door lock Solenoid as it locks the door, at this
stage the door locked indicator symbol will light.
TO STOP OR CHANGE A PROGRAMME
Press the ON-OFF button for approximately 3 seconds
Select PUMP OUT on the programme dial.
Switch on and re-start
When the machine has finished emptying.
Press the ON-OFF button
Select a new programme and re-start
NOTE: If you cancel a HOT wash or Dry programme, take care when removing the laundry, it may still
be VERY HOT.
PROGRESS INDICATOR LIGHTS
These lights will light up when you choose a programme, to indicate the progress of the selected
programme.
When started, the first light in the cycle will stay lit and as the programme progresses, successive lights
will come on until the programme finishes.
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Programme Selector Dial
Variable Controls
Progress Indicator Lights
Door
Locked
Symbol
On-Off Option Buttons Start/Pause

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DOOR LOCKED INDICATOR LIGHT
The 'Door Locked' indicator light will come on when you press the START / PAUSE button and will stay
lit throughout the programme. When the programme has finished the indicator light will go out and you
can then open the door, a double CLUNK noise will be heard from the door lock Solenoid at this point.
If the door is not closed properly prior to starting a programme the door lock solenoid will 'CLUNK'
approximately 5 times followed by a flashing DOOR indication in the display window, every 5 seconds
from then onwards there will be an audible beep.
Push the door closed and press START / PAUSE button to commence the cycle.

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OPTIONS
Options are selected by pressing the button and confirmed by illumination an orange LED sited in the
button.
If an option is not available with a programme, the LED will flash and a bleeping noise will be heard
when pressing the button.
MINI LOAD
For washing a smaller load.
In addition to reducing actual washing time, this option will reduce water and energy consumption by
up to 50%.
NOTE: - You can reduce the amount of detergent you use with this programme.
EXTRA RINSE
For large wash loads and items for young children or people with sensitive skin.
This option adds a rinse.
EASY IRON
To reduce creasing to a minimum and save you ironing time.
TIME DELAY
With this option you can delay the start time of the programme between 1 and 24 hours.
Programme Selector Dial
Variable Controls
Progress Indicator Lights
Door
Locked
Symbol
On-Off Mini Start/Pause
Extra Easy Time
Load Rinse Iron Delay

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OPTION AVAILABILITY
SPECIAL PROGRAMME DESCRIPTIONS
FRESH UP (15 MIN)
Load: 1.5 kg
Cycle duration: 15 minutes
Extra fast wash programme with the same performance of a 30º wash
SANITARY
Load: 6.5 kg
Cycle duration: 3.5 Hours
90º programme that can use bleach together with the perfect rinse to remove Bacteria
NIGHT CYCLE - Temperature 40°C - Spin 800 rpm
Load: 4.0 kg
Cycle duration: 4.0 Hours
This cycle is very silent and ideal to use at night due to the minimum use of the drain pump
and reduced drum action with the added advantage of lower energy consumption. At the end of
the cycle the washing will be suspended in water avoiding the main noise created during the
final phase.
BABY - Temperature 40°C - Spin 800 rpm
Load: 2.0 kg
Cycle duration: 1 Hour 50 minutes
This cycle will remove all residue of detergent from the clothes to cut down the risk of allergic
reactions on delicate skin. It is also designed to reduce bacteria by using more water.
PROGRAMME
NUMBER
PROGRAMME
DESCRIPTION
HALF
LOAD
EXTRA
RINSE
EASY
IRON
TIME
DELAY
1 COTTON 60º YES YES YES YES
2COTTON COLOURFAST 40º YES YES YES YES
3ACRYLICS 60º YES YES YES YES
4DELICATE 40º YES YES YES YES
5FRESHUP * * *YES
6SANITARY 90º YES YES * YES
7 NIGHT CYCLE 40º YES YES * YES
8 BABY CYCLE 40º YES YES * YES
9SILKS 30º YES YES YES YES
10 WOOL 40º YES YES * YES
11 DRY- COTTON * * * YES
12 DRY- SYTHETICS * * * YES
13 DRY- WOOL * * * YES
A HIGH RINSE YES YES YES YES
B HIGH SPIN * * * YES
C DRAIN * * * YES

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DRYING
SETTING THE DRYING PROGRAMME
Independent Drying only Programme:
1. Remove the wet laundry and in the drum the dosing ball (if used) until the correct drying weight
load is left in the drum.
2. Close the door until it clicks shut.
3. Turn the programme selector dial to Drying Programmes 11, 12 or 13.
4. Select Auto or time dry as required, by pressing the button advancing through the settings
available.
5. When all selections have been made press the Start/Cancel button. A bleep will be heard followed
by a 'CLUNK' from the door lock solenoid and the door will lock.
6. When the programme has finished the DOOR LOCKED indicator light will go out and a CLUNK will
be heard as the door lock solenoid disengages. The door can now be opened.
Drying Options
You can select the length of drying time suitable for the load.
NOTE: - The machine display shows hours, the selector knob indicates in minutes.
Fabric
Type
Selected
Programme
Drying Programme
Type Time Displayed
Cotton 11 Cupboard 3.00 Hours
Cotton 11 Iron 2.40 Hours & Minutes
Cotton 11 Times Dry 180 Minutes
Cotton 11 Timed Dry 60 Minutes
Cotton 11 Timed Dry 40 Minutes
Synthetic 12 Cupboard 3.00 Hours
Synthetic 12 Iron 2.40 Hours & Minutes
Synthetic 12 Timed Dry 180 Minutes
Synthetic 12 Timed Dry 60 Minutes
Synthetic 12 Timed Dry 40 Minutes
Wool 13 Cupboard 1.41 Hours & Minutes
Wool 13 Iron 1.21 Hours & Minutes

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CONTROLS INFORMATION
A single control board located at the back of the machine contains all the circuitry to control the
machine and interfaces with the programme selector, option buttons and LEDs located on the console
panel. The control board has an access port to the rear of the machine.
Programmes are selected by turning the rotary switch to one of the 16 positions. Special options can
be selected by pressing the appropriate buttons and the programme process followed by LEDs.
The machine is switched on using the On/Off button and selected programmes started by pressing the
Start/Cancel button.
Automatic Features
Auto Half Load
Auto half load adjusts the amount of water in the wash load depending on the absorbency of garments
in the wash load.
Fabric Conditioner Dispensing
Dispensing of fabric conditioner is achieved by energising both the Pre-Wash and Main Wash cold
valves.
Out of Balance Protection
The machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent spinning with an unbalanced load. A calculation via the
motor tacho and control board detects the current drawn by the motor during distribution.
Before each spin, the controls senses the load within the drum and if the load is calculated to be out of
balance the machine will not automatically spin to the full speed.
There are two levels of out of balance, level 1 @ 480 grammes and level 2 @ 1030 grammes.
If the out of balance is below level 1 the machine will spin at full speed, if between level 1 and level 2
the machine will spin at the reduced speed of 600 rpm and above level 2 spin at reduced speed of 400
rpm. There are 15 attempts at level 1 with 57 attempts in total, this being the same for both cotton and
synthetic spins.
The wool spin has one level of out of balance @ 1.8 kg. The controls will make three attempts to
achieve a balance, if after three attempts a balance is not achieved; the spin is reduced to a speed of
90 rpm.