User manual HOTPOINT AQXD 169

[. . . ] Instructions for Installation and Use Washing machine Model AQXD 169 Instruction booklet WASHING MACHINE Contents GB English, 1 GB Installation, 2-3-4-5 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the water and electricity supplies Technical data Description of the machine, 6-7 Control panel Running a wash cycle, 8 Programmes and options, 9 Table of Programmes Wash options Detergents and laundry, 10 AQXD 169 Detergent Preparing the laundry Washing advice Load-balancing system Precautions and tips, 11 General safety Disposal Opening the door manually Care 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 Troubleshooting, 13 Assistance, 14 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 the appliance is levelled correctly it will be more  Please read this instruction manual carefully it stable and much less likely to cause vibrations and noise during the spin cycle. [. . . ] SYNTHETICS Special programmes SHIRTS SILK: Washes silk and garments and lingerie. DUVETS: Washes garments filled with goose down. BED & BATH: Washes bathroom laundry and bedlinen. Partial programmes Durable rinse Delicate rinse Durable spin Delicate spin Drain 60° (Max 90°) 40° 40° 30° 7. 5 7. 5 3. 5 3. 5 2h 10' 1h 35' 1h 10' 30' 90° 50° 40° 30° 40° 30° 60° 1600 800 600 0 600 1200 1600 1600 800 1600 800 0 l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l 7. 5 3. 5 2 2 2 3 7. 5 7. 5 3. 5 3. 5 3. 5 1. 5 2h 55' 1h 25' 1h 15' 55' 55' 1h 15' 1h 55' 45' 40' 20' 14' 3' 2h 25' 1h 10' 1h 10' 50' 55' 1h 15' 1h 45' 40' 35' The information contained in the table is purely indicative. 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.  This option is not compatible with the “Wool”, “Durable Spin”, “Delicate Spin” and “Draining” 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 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.  It is not compatible with the “Fast Wash”, “Silk”, “Wool”, “Duvets” and Partial programmes. Easy Iron 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 washing machine will spin slowly; the “Easy Iron” and START/PAUSE indicator lights will flash. To end the cycle, press the START/RESET button or the “Easy Iron” button. When using the “Silk” programme, the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking and the “Easy Iron” indicator light will flash. To drain the water so that the laundry can be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the “Easy Iron” button. 9 Detergents and laundry GB 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; • the use of liquid detergents for delicate cotton garments and for all programmes which run at a low temperature; • the use of liquid detergents for wool and silk. Washing advice Shirts: use a suitable programme to wash shirts made from different fabrics and in different colours. This will guarantee that these garments are looked after properly. Silk: use the relevant programme designed for all silk garments. We recommend the use of a special detergent for delicate garments. Curtains: we recommend these are folded and placed inside a pillowcase or a mesh laundry bag. Wash them separately, making sure the half load weight is not exceeded, and use the “Silk” programme as this automatically excludes the spin phase. [. . . ] The appliance has not been altered, serviced, maintained, dismantled, or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us. Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent. Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property. The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland. The guarantee does not cover: Damage resulting from transportation, improper use, neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation. [. . . ]