Hotpoint AQXL 169 User manual

Instructions for Installation and Use
Washing machine
Model AQXL 169

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WASHING MACHINE
English, 1
Contents
Installation, 2-3-4-5
Unpacking and levelling
Connecting the water and electricity supplies
Technical data
Desc iption of the machine, 6-7
Control panel
Running a wash cycle, 8
P og ammes and options, 9
Table of Programmes
Wash options
Dete gents and laund y, 10
Detergent
Preparing the laundry
Washing advice
Load-balancing system
P ecautions and tips, 11
eneral safety
Disposal
Opening the door manually
Ca e and maintenance, 12
Shutting off the water and electricity supplies
Cleaning the machine
Cleaning the detergent dispenser
Drum maintenance
Cleaning the pump
Checking the water inlet hose
T oubleshooting, 13
Assistance, 14
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AQXL 169
Inst uction booklet

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Installation
 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.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
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
protective screws 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. Close the holes using the plastic covers provided in
the bag.
4. Keep all the pieces; if the washing machine is
transported in future, the screws 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.
Connecting the wate and elect icity
supplies
Connecting the wate inlet hose
Before connecting the inlet hose to the 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 gas
threaded connection (see
figure).
3. The hose should not be bent or compressed.
 The water pressure at the tap must fall within the
values indicated in the Technical data table (see next
page).
 If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a
specialist store or an authorised technician.
 Always use the new inlet hoses supplied with the
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Connecting the d ain 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.
Elect ic connection
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 next page);
 the supply voltage is included within the values i
ndicated on the Technical details table
(on the next page);
 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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Technical data
Model AQXL 169
Dimensions
width 59.5 cm
height 85 cm
depth 64.5 cm
Capacity from 1 to 7.5 kg
Elect ical
connections
voltage 220-240 V 50 Hz
maximum absorbed power 2100 W
Wate connections
maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)
drum capacity 62 litres
Spin speed up to 1600 rotations per minute
Te s t p o g a m m e s
acco ding to
egulation IEC456
Whites programme;
temperature 60°C;
Maximum wash intensity
using a load of 7.5 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
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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.
DOOR
Always use the handle to
open the door (see
diagram).
CONTROL
PANEL
DOOR
DOOR
HANDLE
TOE-KICK
ADJUSTABLE FEET
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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 washing machine 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.
TEMPERATURE button: press this button to adjust
the temperature; the value will be indicated by the indicator
lights above it (see Start-up and personalisation).
SPIN SPEED button: press this button to adjust
the spin value or to exclude this part of the
programme; the value will be indicated by the indicator
lights above it (see Start-up and personalisation).
INTENSITY button: press this button to adjust the
wash intensity; the value will be indicated by the indicator
lights above it (see Start-up and personalisation).
OPTION buttons and indicator lights: may be used to
select any of the available options. The indicator light
corresponding to the selected option will remain lit
(see Start-up and personalisation).
WASH CYCLE PHASE icons: these light up to
provide an indication of the progress of the wash
cycle (Wash - Rinse - Spin - Final draining
phase ).
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).
TEMPERATURE
button
PROGRAMME
knob
OPTION
buttons and
indicator lights
DOOR
LOCK
indicator light
START/PAUSE
button with indicator light
WASH
CYCLE
PHASE
icons
SPIN SPEED
button
INTENSITY
button
CHILD LOCK
button and indicator
light
ON-OFF/CANCEL
button with indicator light
ECO
indicator
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NOTE: the first time you use the washing machine,
add etergent and run an empty 90°C cotton wash
cycle without the pre-wash phase.
1. SWITCH ON THE MACHINE. Press the button.
All the indicator lights will illuminate for 1 second, after
which the light corresponding to the button will
remain lit constantly, while the START/PAUSE
indicator light will flash slowly.
2. LOAD THE LAUNDRY. Open the porthole door.
Load the laundry, making sure that the maximum
load quantity indicated in the table of programmes
(below) is not exceeded.
3. MEASURE OUT THE DETERGENT. Pull out the
drawer and pour the detergent into the relevant
compartments as described in Description of the
machine.
4. CLOSE THE PORTHOLE DOOR.
5. CHOOSE THE PROGRAMME. Turn the
PRO RAMME KNOB left or right to select the
required programme, to which a set temperature,
spin speed and wash intensity are linked (these
values may all be modified).
6. PERSONALISE THE WASH CYCLE. Use the
relevant buttons on the control panel:
Modify the tempe atu e and/o 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 . By pressing the button, the spin
speed can be progressively reduced or even
eliminated altogether . If the buttons are pressed
again the maximum values are restored.
 Exception: if the Whites programme is selected,
the temperature can be increased up to a value of
90°C.
Adjust the intensity of the wash.
The machine automatically selects the medium
(MED) or minimum (MIN) level available for the set
programme. By pressing the button, the user can
increase or decrease the intensity of the wash; this
adjustment may prolong or shorten the cycle
duration.
 Exception: it is not possible to increase the wash
intensity for the Fast Wash, Silk and Wool
programmes.
Modify the cycle ca acte istics.
Press the OPTION buttons to personalise the wash
cycle according to your own requirements.
 Press the button to activate the option; the
corresponding indicator light will illuminate.
 Press the button again to deactivate the option;
the 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 previously selected option, the indicator
light corresponding to the first option will flash and
only the second option will be activated (the
corresponding indicator light will remain lit in a fixed
manner).
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 LOCK indicator light illuminates).
The icons corresponding to the different wash
phases will light up during the cycle, indicating the
phase in progress. To change a programme while a
cycle is in progress, pause the washing machine
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.
Running a wash cycle