Hotpoint Aqualtis AQXXL 149 PI User manual

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WASHING MACHINE
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AQUALTIS
AQXXL 149 PI
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
Table of Programmes
Wash options
Detergents and laundry, 10
Detergent
Preparing the laundry
Washing advice
Load-balancing system
Pre autions and tips, 11
eneral safety
Disposal
Opening the door manually
Care and maintenan e, 12
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, 13
Assistan e, 14

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Installation
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 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.
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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Conne ting the drain hose
Connect the drain hose,
without bending it, to a
draining duct or a wall
drain 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 place 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 (see page 5);
 the supply voltage is included within the values i
ndicated on the Technical details table
(see 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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GREEN &
YELLOW
BROWN
BLUE
13 ampere fuse
CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP
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.

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Te hni al data
Model AQXXL 149 PI
Dimensions
width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 58 cm
Capa ity from 1 to 7 kg
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 52 litres
Spin speed up to 1400 rotations per minute
Energy rated
programmes
a ording to
regulation EN 60456
WHITE COTTON programme;
temperature 60°C;
using a load of 7 kg.
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)