User manual HOTPOINT-ARISTON AQXXL 109

[. . . ] Instruction booklet WASHING MACHINE Contents EN English, 1 EN Installation, 2-3 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the cold water and electricity supplies Technical data Description of the machine, 4-5 Control panel Running a wash cycle, 6 Programmes and options, 7 Table of Programmes Wash options Detergents and laundry, 8 AQXXL 109 Detergent Preparing the laundry Washing advice Load-balancing system Precautions and tips, 9 General safety Disposal Opening the door manually Care and maintenance, 10 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, 11 Assistance, 12 1 Installation GB 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. contains important information regarding the safe installation, use and maintenance of the appliance. the installation process in the bag containing this booklet. 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. Please read this instruction manual carefully it Connecting the cold water and electricity supplies Connecting the water inlet hose You will find the guarantee and other details relating to Unpacking and levelling Unpacking Before connecting the inlet hose to the cold water supply, allow the water to flow from the tap until it runs clear. 1. [. . . ] To end the cycle, press the START/PAUSE button or the Reduced creases button. When using the Silk programme, the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking and the Reduced creases indicator light will flash. To drain the water so that the laundry can be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the Reduced creases button. 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 washing machine is full or when a large amount of detergent has been used. This option is not compatible with the Fast Wash, Durable Spin, Delicate Spin and Draining programmes. Mini load This function should be used when the amount of laundry is half, or less than half, of the maximum recommended load (see Table of Programmes). This option is not compatible with the Durable Spin, Delicate Spin and Draining programmes. This option is not compatible with the Wool, Durable Spin, Delicate Spin and Draining programmes. 7 Detergents and laundry EN 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: the use of powder detergents for white cotton garments and for pre-wash phases; Use only detergents designed for Front Load washing machines, otherwise too much foam may be produced resulting in poor wash performance and possible damage to the internal components of your machine. Liquid detergents must clearly state Low Suds and be suitable for Front Load Washers. Dosage: Due to their lower water consumption, front loaders do not require as much detergent as top loaders. 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. Wool: Ariston is the only washing machine to have obtained the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care mark of recognition (M. 0508) from The Woolmark Company, which certifies the machine washing of woollen garments, where the label states "hand wash (max. The wool programme offers you only" peace of mind when washing woollen garments with optimal performance. Wool detergents not specifically stating use with front loading machines should be used only in very small quantities (less than stated) as they can cause too much foaming which will reduce washing performance. Duvets: to wash double or single duvets (the weight of which should not exceed 3 kg), cushions or clothes padded with goose down such as puffa jackets, use the special "Duvets" programme. We recommend that duvets are placed in the drum with their edges folded inwards (see figure) and that no more than ¾ of the total volume of the drum is used. To achieve the best results, we recommend that a liquid detergent is used in conjunction with the detergent dispenser drawer. Preparing the laundry Unfold all items of laundry before placing them in the machine. 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. Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons. Do not exceed the values indicated in the Table of Programmes, which refer to the weight of the laundry items when they are dry. 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 sheet pillowcase tablecloth bathrobe towel pair of jeans shirt 400 150 400 900 150 400 150 500 g 200 g 500 g 1200 g 250 g 500 g 200 g How much does your laundry weigh? Quilts: to wash quilts with a synthetic outer layer, use the bag provided and set the programme to "Duvets". Bathroom laundry and bedlinen: this washing machine can be used to wash any domestic laundry in a single cycle called BED&BATH that optimises the use of fabric softener while saving both time and electricity. [. . . ] Special anti-draining valves are available in shops and help to avoid this inconvenience. The water drainage system is not fitted with a breather pipe. The programme does not include a draining phase: some programmes require manual draining (see Programmes and options). The Reduced creases option is enabled: to complete the programme, press the START/PAUSE button (see Programmes and options). [. . . ]