Page 3 - WASHING MACHINE; Instruction booklet; C o n t e n t s
G B 1 WASHING MACHINE E n g l i s h , 1 G B AQXXF 149 PI Instruction booklet C o n t e n t s I n s t a l l a t i o n , 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the cold water and electricity supplies Technical data D e s c r i p t i o n o f t h e m a c h i n e , 6 - 7 Control panel R u n n i...
Page 4 - Installation
G B 2 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 carefull...
Page 8 - Description of the machine
G B 6 Description of the machine D O O R Always use the handle to open the door (see figure). C O N T R O L P A N E L D O O R D O O R H A N D L E K I C K S T R I P ADJUSTA B L E F E E T 20 1 2 D E T E R G E N T D I S P E N S E R : This is inside the machine and may be accessed by opening the door.Fo...
Page 10 - Running a wash cycle
G B 8 Running a wash cycle Note: the first time you use the washing machine, add detergent and run an empty 90°C cotton wash cycle without the pre-wash phase. 1. S W I T C H O N T H E M A C H I N E . P r e s s t h e button. All the indicator lights will illuminate for 1 second, after which the light...
Page 11 - Programmes and options
G B 9 Programmes and options Icon Programme description Max. tempera- ture (°C) Max. spin speed (r.p.m.) Detergent Maximum load (kg)) Cycle duration Washing Fabric softener Normal Using Mini Load Normal Using Mini Load Everyday programmes WHITES 60° (Max 90°) 1400 l l 7.5 3. 5 COLOUREDS 40° 1400 l l...
Page 12 - Detergents and laundry
G B 1 0 Detergents and laundry D e t e r g e n t 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 acc...
Page 13 - Precautions and tips
G B 1 1 Precautions and tips 20 This machine was designed and manufactured in compliance with cuurent international safety standards. The following advice is provided for safety reasons and should be read carefully. G e n e r a l s a fe ty This appliance was designed for domestic use inside the ho...
Page 14 - Care and maintenance
G B 1 2 Care and maintenance 1 2 Tu r n i n g o f f t h e w a t e r a n d e l e c t r i c i ty s u p p l i e s Turn off the water tap after every wash. This limits wear and tear on the machines water supply and prevents leaks. Disconnect the appliance from the electricity supply before cleaning...
Page 15 - Troubleshooting
G B 1 3 Troubleshooting P o s s i b l e c a u s e s / S o l u t i o n s : The plug has not been inserted into the electrical socket, or it has not been inserted far enough to make contact. There is no power in the house. The porthole door has not been shut properly. The START/PAUSE button ha...
Page 16 - Guarantee; Assistance
G B 1 4 Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturers guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defe...
Page 17 - After Sales Service; Essential Contact Information; Recycling & Disposal Information
G B 1 5 After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and...