Hotpoint AQUALTIS AQGMD 129 User manual

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WASHER-DRYER
English,1
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AQUALTIS
AQGMD 129
Instru tion booklet
Contents
Installation, 2-3-4-5
Unpacking and levelling
Connecting the cold water and electricity supplies
Technical data
Des ription of the ma hine, 6-7
Control panel
Running a wash y le,8
Programmes and options, 9-10
Table of Programmes
Wash options
Drying
Detergents and laundry, 11
Detergent
Preparing the laundry
Washing advice
Load-balancing system
Pre autions and tips, 12
eneral safety
Disposal
Opening the door manually
Care and maintenan e, 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
Assistan e, 15

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Installation
A
 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.
Unpa king and levelling
Unpa king
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 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).
 If the appliance is levelled correctly it will be more
stable and much less likely to cause vibrations and
noise during the spin cycle.
 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.
Conne ting the old water and
ele tri ity supplies
Conne ting 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
water tap with a 3/4 BSP
threaded connection
(see figure).
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.

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Drainage Conne tion
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 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.
Ele tri onne tion
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 (on the page 5);
the supply voltage is included within the values i
ndicated on the Technical details table
(on the 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.
WARNIN - THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.
THE FOLLOWIN 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.
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 reen & Yellow wire to terminal marked E
or or coloured reen or reen & 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.
 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.
GREEN &
YELLOW
BROWN
BLUE
13 ampere fuse
CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP

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Te hni al data
Model AQ MD 129
Dimensions
width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 64.5 cm
Capa ity from 1to 8 kg for wash programme
from 1 to 6 kg for the drying programme
Ele tri al
onne tions
please refer to the technical data plate
fixed to the machine
Water
onne tions
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 62 litres
Spin speed up to 1200 rotations per minute
Energy rated
programmes
aording to
regulation
EN 50229
Wash: COTTON WHITES programme;
temperature 60°C;
using a load of 8 kg.
Drying: first drying cycle performed
with a 2 kg load, by selecting the drying
level "IRON";
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)

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Des ription of the ma hine
DOOR
Always use the handle
to open the door (see
figure).
CONTROL
PANEL
DOOR
DOOR
HANDLE
ADJUSTABLE FEET
20
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2
DETERGENT DISPENSER
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
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.
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Control panel
DELAY TIMER
button
DISPLAY
TEMPERATURE
button
START/PAUSE
button with indicator
light
WASH
CYCLE
PHASE
icons
SPIN SPEED
button
DOOR
LOCK
indicator light
CHILD LOCK
button and indicator
light
ECO
indicator
light
OPTION
buttons
ON-OFF/CANCEL
button with indicator light
PROGRAMME
knob and MEMO
buttons
INFO
button
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 Table 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 button: press to set a
delayed start time for the selected programme.
The delay time will be shown on the display.
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.
WASH CYCLE PHASE icons: these light up to
provide an indication of the progress of the wash
cycle (Wash - Rinse - Spin - Drying ).
The text 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 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 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 indicator 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 icon lights up when the
electricity saving reaches at least 10% (this can be
achieved by adjusting the wash cycle settings).
 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.

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Running a wash y le
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
detergent 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.
. SELECT THE PROGRAMME. Turn the
PRO RAMME 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 or 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.
 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
activated, 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.
Modifying the y le settings.
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.
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.
 If the selected option is not compatible with the
set programme, the indicator light will flash and
the option will not be activated.
 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.
7. 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 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 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.
8. 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.
 If you wish to cancel a cycle that has already
begun, press and hold the button. The cycle will
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I on Programme des ription
Max.
tempera-
ture (°C)
Max.
spin
speed
(r.p.m.)
Drying
Detergent Maximum
load (kg)
Cy le
duration
Washing Fabri
softener
Everyday programmes
COTTON WHITES 60°
(Max 90°) 1200 ll l 8
COTTON WHITES: Heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 1200 ll l 8
COTTON COLOUR AST 40° 1200 ll l 8
SYN T HE T ICS D E LICAT E 40° 800 ll l 4
ASTWASH: Refreshes lightly soiled garments quickly (not
recommended for wool, silk or clothes that should be
washed by hand).
30° 800 ll l 3.5
Vigorous programmes
COTTON PREWASH: Removes stubborn stains.
(Add detergent to the relevant compartment). 90° 1200 ll l 8
SYNTHETICS NON-DELICATES 60° 800 ll l 4
Spe ial programmes
SHIRTS 40° 600 ll l 2
SILK: Washes silk and garments and lingerie. 30° 0 -ll 2
WOOL: Washes wool, cashmere, etc. 40° 800 ll l 2
BED&BATH: Washes bathroom laundry and bedlinen. 60° 1200 ll l 8
Drying programmes
Drying cycle for cottons - - l- - 6
Drying cycle for synthetics - - l- - 4
Drying cycle for wool - - l- - 1,5
Partial programmes
Rinse cottons -1200 l-l8
Fast Spin cottons -1200 l--8
Pump out -0- - - 8
Programmes and options
Table of Programmes
Wash options
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.
 It is not compatible with the Fastwash, Silk, Wool,
Partial programmes and Drying programmes.
Redu e reases
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 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.
 This option is not compatible with the Fastwash,
Wool, Fast Spin cottons, Pump out and Drying
programmes.
Extra Rinse
This programme increases the efficiency of the
rinse phase and ensures that a greater amount of
detergent is removed. It is particularly
recommended for 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, Pump out and Drying
programmes.
The information contained in the table is purely indicative.
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Table of drying times (guideline values)
Drying
Fabri type Load type Max. load (kg) Cupbprad Hanger Iron
Cotton Clothing of different sizes, Terry towels 6180170160
Synthetics Sheets, Shirts, Pyjamas, socks, etc. 4180170160
Wool Knitwear, Pullovers, etc. 1,5 165 155 145
Set the drying y le
Press the 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 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 O .
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 PRO RAMME knob to one of the drying settings ( - - ) depending on the type of fabric, then
select the desired drying type using the DRYIN button .