AWM 1081 EU - Machine à laver HOTPOINT - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AWM 1081 EU HOTPOINT

Installation, 16-17-18-19

Unpacking and levelling

Connecting the electricity and water supplies

The first wash cycle

Instructions for the fitter

Care and maintenance, 20

Cutting off the water or electricity supply

Cleaning the washing machine

Cleaning the detergent dispenser drawer

Caring for the door and drum of your appliance

Checking the water inlet hose

Precautions and tips, 21

Opening the porthole door manually

Description of the washing machine

and starting a wash cycle, 22-23

Starting a wash cycle

Table of wash cycles

Setting the temperature

Setting the spin speed

Detergents and laundry, 26

Detergent dispenser drawer

Preparing the laundry

Garments requiring special care

Load balancing system

Instructions for use

WASHING MACHINE English

! This instruction manual should be kept in a

safe place for future reference. If the washing

machine is sold, transferred or moved, make

sure that the instruction manual remains with

the machine so that the new owner is able to

familiarise himself/herself with its operation

! Read these instructions carefully: they con-

tain vital information relating to the safe instal-

lation and operation of the appliance.

Unpacking and levelling

1. Remove the washing machine from its

2. Make sure that the washing machine has

not been damaged during the transportation

process. If it has been damaged, contact the

retailer and do not proceed any further with

the installation process.

3. Remove the 4 pro-

tective screws (used

during transportation)

part of the appliance

4. Close off the holes using the plastic plugs

5. Keep all the parts in a safe place: you will

need them again if the washing machine ne-

eds to be moved to another location.

! Packaging materials should not be used as

1. Install the washing machine on a flat sturdy

floor, without resting it up against walls, furni-

ture cabinets or anything else.

2. If the floor is not per-

fectly level, compensa-

te for any unevenness

by tightening or loo-

sening the adjustable

front feet (see figure);

the angle of inclination,

measured in relation to

the worktop, must not

Levelling the machine correctly will provide

it with stability, help to avoid vibrations and

excessive noise and prevent it from shifting

while it is operating. If it is placed on carpet or

a rug, adjust the feet in such a way as to allow

a sufficient ventilation space underneath the

Connecting the electricity and

Connecting the water inlet hose

ply pipe by screwing

it to a cold water tap

using a ¾ gas threa-

Before performing the

connection, allow the

water to run freely un-

til it is perfectly clear.

it onto the correspon-

ding water inlet of the

right-hand side of the

rear part of the ap-

pliance (see figure).

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over

! The water pressure at the tap must fall within

the values indicated in the Technical details

table (see next page).

! If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a

specialised shop or an authorised technician.

! Never use second-hand hoses.

! Use the ones supplied with the machine.

Connecting the drain hose

hose, without bending

it, to a drainage duct

or a wall drain located

alternatively, rest it on

the side of a washba-

sin or bathtub, faste-

plied to the tap (see

! We advise against the use of hose exten-

sions; if it is absolutely necessary, the exten-

sion must have the same diameter as the

original hose and must not exceed 150 cm in

Electrical connections

Before plugging the appliance into the electri-

city socket, make sure that:

• the socket is earthed and complies with all

• the socket is able to withstand the maximum

power load of the appliance as indicated in

the Technical data table (see opposite);

• the power supply voltage falls within the

values indicated in the Technical data table

• the socket is compatible with the plug of

the washing machine. If this is not the case,

replace the socket or the plug.

! The washing machine must not be installed

outdoors, even in covered areas. It is extreme-

ly dangerous to leave the appliance exposed

to rain, storms and other weather conditions.

! When the washing machine has been installed,

the electricity socket must be within easy reach.

! Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

! The cable should not be bent or compressed.

! The power supply cable must only be repla-

ced by authorised technicians.

Warning! The company shall not be held

responsible in the event that these regulations

The first wash cycle

Once the appliance has been installed, and

before you use it for the first time, run a wash

cycle with detergent and no laundry, using the

please refer to the technical

data plate fixed to the ma-

up to 1000 rotations per

Cotton Standard 40°C.

This appliance conforms to

the following EC Directives:

- 2004/108/EC (Electroma-

gnetic Compatibility)

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)

GB Instructions for the fitter

Mounting the wooden panel onto the

door and inserting the machine into

In the case where the machine must be ship-

ped for final installation after the wooden panel

has been mounted, we suggest leaving it in its

original packaging. The packaging was desig-

ned to make it possible to mount the wooden

panel onto the machine without removing it

completely (see figures below).

The wooden panel that covers the face of

the machine must not be less than 18 mm

in thickness and can be hinged on either the

right or left. For the sake of practicality when

using the machine, we recommend that the

panel be hinged on the same side as the door

for the machine itself - the left.

- No. 6 type A self-threading screws, l =13 mm.

- No. 2 type B metric, countersunk screws,

l =25; for fastening the magnet plate to the

- No. 4 type C metric screws, l =15 mm; for

mounting the hinge supports to the cabinet.

- No. 4 type D metric screws, l =7 mm; for

mounting the hinges on the supports.

Mounting the Parts onto the Face of the

- Fit the hinge supports to the appliance front

panel, positioning the hole marked with an ar-

row in fig. 1 so that it is on the inner side of the

front panel. Fit a spacer (fig. 4/B) between the

surfaces using type C screws.

- Fit the magnet plate at the top of the op-

posite side, using type B screws to fix two

spacers (fig. 4/B) between the plate and the

Using the Drilling Template.

- To trace the positions of the holes on the left-

hand side of the panel, align the drilling tem-

plate to the top left side of the panel using the

lines traced on the extremities as a reference.

- To trace the positions of the holes on the

right-hand side of the panel, align the drilling

template to the top right side of the panel.

- Use an appropriately sized router to mill the holes

for the two hinges, the rubber plug and the magnet.

Mounding the Parts onto the Wooden

- Insert the hinges into the holes (the movable part of

the hinge must be positioned facing away from the

panel) and fasten them with the 4 type A screws.

- Insert the magnet into the top hole on the

opposite side of the hinges and fasten it with

the two type B screws.

- Insert the rubber plug into the bottom hole.

The panel is now ready to be mounted onto

Mounting the Panel into the machine.

Insert the nib of the hinge (indicated by the arrow

in fig. 2) into the hole for the hinge and push the

panel towards the front of the machine. Fasten

the two hinges with the type D screws.

Fastening the plinth guide.

If the machine is installed at the end of a set

of modular cabinets, mount either one or both

of the guides for the base molding (as shown

in fig. 8). Adjust them for depth based on the

position of the base molding, and, if necessa-

ry, fasten the base to the guides (fig. 9).

This is how to assemble the plinth guide (fig. 8):

Fasten angle P using screw R, insert plinth

guide Q into the special slot and once it is

in the desired position, lock it in place using

angle P and screw R.

Inserting the machine into the Cabinet.

- Push the machine into the opening, aligning

it with the cabinets (fig. 6).

- Regulate the adjustable feet to raise the ma-

chine to the appropriate height.

- To adjust the position of the wooden panel in

both the vertical and horizontal directions, use

the C and D screws, as shown in fig. 7.

Important: close the lower part of the appliance front

by ensuring that the plinth rests against the floor.

Accessories provided for the height

The following can be found

(fig. 10): 2 crossbars (G),

the following can be found

inside the appliance drum:

4 additional feet (H),

Adjusting the appliance height.

The height of the appliance can be adjusted (from

815 mm to 835 mm), by turning the 4 feet.

Should you require the appliance to be placed

higher than the above height, you need to use the

following accessories to raise it to up to 870 mm:

the two crossbars (G); the 4 feet (H); the 4

screws (I); the 4 nuts (L) then perform the fol-

lowing operations (fig. 11):

remove the 4 original feet, place a crossbar G

at the front of the appliance, fastening it in pla-

ce using screws I (screwing them in where the

original feet were) then insert the new feet H.

Repeat the same operation at the back of the

Now adjust feet H to raise or lower the appliance

from 835 mm to 870 mm.

Once you have reached the desired height, lock

nuts L onto crossbar G.

To adjust the appliance to a height between 870

mm and 900 mm, you need to mount strip M,

adjusting feet H to the required height.

Insert the strip as follows:

loosen the three screws N situated at the front

of the Top cover of the appliance, insert strip M

as shown in fig. 12, then fasten screws N.

GB Care and maintenance

Cutting off the water and electri-

• Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle.

This will limit wear on the hydraulic system

inside the washing machine and help to pre-

• Unplug the washing machine when cleaning

it and during all maintenance work.

Cleaning the washing machine

The outer parts and rubber components of the

appliance can be cleaned using a soft cloth

soaked in lukewarm soapy water. Do not use

solvents or abrasives.

Cleaning the detergent dispenser

Remove the dispenser

by raising it and pul-

ling it out (see figure).

Wash it under running

water; this operation

Caring for the door and drum of

• Always leave the porthole door ajar in order

to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

The washing machine is fitted with a self-cle-

aning pump which does not require any main-

tenance. Sometimes, small items (such as

coins or buttons) may fall into the pre-chamber

which protects the pump, situated in its bot-

! Make sure the wash cycle has finished and

unplug the appliance.

by rotating it anti-

clockwise (see figu-

re): a little water may

trickle out. This is

2. clean the inside thoroughly;

3. screw the lid back on.

Checking the water inlet hose

Check the inlet hose at least once a year. If

there are any cracks, it should be replaced

immediately: during the wash cycles, water

pressure is very strong and a cracked hose

could easily split open.

! Never use second-hand hoses.GB

Precautions and tips

! This washing machine was designed and constructed in

accordance with international safety regulations. The fol-

lowing information is provided for safety reasons and must

therefore be read carefully.

• This appliance was designed for domestic use only.

• This appliance can be used by children aged

from 8 years and above and persons with re-

duced physical, sensory or mental capabilities

or lack of experience and knowledge if they

have been given supervision or instruction

concerning use of the appliance in a safe way

and understand the hazards involved. Chil-

dren shall not play with the appliance. Clea-

ning and user maintenance shall not be made

by children without supervision.

• Do not touch the machine when barefoot or with wet or

• Do not pull on the power supply cable when unplugging

the appliance from the electricity socket. Hold the plug

• Do not open the detergent dispenser drawer while the

machine is in operation.

• Do not touch the drained water as it may reach extreme-

ly high temperatures.

• Never force the porthole door. This could damage the

safety lock mechanism designed to prevent accidental

• If the appliance breaks down, do not under any circum-

stances access the internal mechanisms in an attempt

to repair it yourself.

• Always keep children well away from the appliance while

• The door can become quite hot during the wash cycle.

• If the appliance has to be moved, work in a group of two

or three people and handle it with the utmost care. Never

try to do this alone, because the appliance is very heavy.

• Before loading laundry into the washing machine, make

sure the drum is empty.

• Disposing of the packaging materials: observe local regu-

lations so that the packaging may be re-used.

• The European Directive 2012/19/EU on Waste Electrical

and Electronic Equipment, requires that old household

electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal

unsorted municipal waste stream. Old appliances must

be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery

and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the

impact on human health and the environment. The crossed

out “wheeled bin” symbol on the product reminds you of

your obligation, that when you dispose of the appliance it

must be separately collected.

Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer

for information concerning the correct disposal of their old

Opening the porthole door manually

In the event that it is not possible to open the porthole

door due to a powercut, and if you wish to remove the

laundry, proceed as follows:

1. remove the plug from the electrical socket.

2. make sure the water level inside the machine is lower

than the door opening; if it is not, remove excess water

using the drain hose, collecting it in a bucket.

3. pull outwards using the tab as indicated in the figure,

until the plastic tie-rod is freed from its stop position; pull

downwards and open the door at the same time.22

GB Detergent dispenser drawer: used to dispense

detergents and washing additives (see “Detergents and

ON/OFF button: switches the washing machine on and

WASH CYCLE knob: programmes the wash cycles. Du-

ring the wash cycle, the knob does not move.

FUNCTION buttons with indicator light: used to select the

available functions. The indicator light corresponding to the

selected function will remain lit.

TEMPERATURE knob: sets the temperature or the cold

wash cycle (see “Personalisation”).

SPIN SPEED knob: sets the spin speed or exclude the

spin cycle completely (see “Personalisation”).

s: used to monitor the progress of the wash cycle.

The illuminated indicator light shows which phase is in

If the Delay Timer function has been set, the time remai-

ning until the wash cycle starts will be indicated (see next

DOOR LOCKED indicator light: indicates whether the

door may be opened or not (see next page).

START/PAUSE button with indicator light: starts or tem-

porarily interrupts the wash cycles.

N.B. To pause the wash cycle in progress, press this

button; the corresponding indicator light will flash orange,

while the indicator light for the current wash cycle phase

will remain lit in a fixed manner. If the DOOR LOCKED

indicator light is switched off, the door may be opened.

To start the wash cycle from the point at which it was inter-

rupted, press this button again.

This washing machine, in compliance with new energy sa-

ving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system

which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is

detected. Press the ON-OFF button briefly and wait for the

machine to start up again.

Consumption in off-mode: 0,5 W Consumption in Left-on: 8 W Description of the washing

machine and starting a wash cycle

button with indicator light Control panel

The indicator lights provide important information.

This is what they can tell you:

If the DELAY TIMER function has been activated (see “Per-

sonalisation”), after the wash cycle has been started the

indicator light corresponding to the selected delay period

will begin to flash:

As time passes, the remaining delay will be displayed and

the corresponding indicator light will flash:

Once the set delay has elapsed, the flashing indicator light

will switch off and the selected wash cycle will begin.

Wash cycle phase indicator lights

Once the desired wash cycle has been selected and has be-

gun, the indicator lights switch on one by one to indicate which

phase of the cycle is currently in progress.

Function buttons and corresponding indicator

When a function is selected, the corresponding indicator

light will illuminate.

If the selected function is not compatible with the program-

med wash cycle, the corresponding indicator light will flash

and the function will not be activated.

If a function which is incompatible with another function

selected previously, only the most recent selection will

Door locked indicator light

If this indicator light is on, the appliance door is locked to

prevent it from being opened accidentally; to avoid any

damage, wait for the indicator light to switch off before you

open the appliance door.

N.B. If the DELAY TIMER function is activated, the door

cannot be opened; pause the machine by pressing the

START/PAUSE button if you wish to open it.

! If the START/PAUSE indicator light (orange) flashes

rapidly at the same time as the function indicator light, this

indicates a problem has occurred (see “Troubleshooting”).

Starting a wash cycle

1. Turn the washing machine on by pressing the ON/OFF button. All the indicator lights will turn on for a few seconds, then

only the indicator lights relative to the selected programme settings will remain lit and the START/PAUSE indicator light will

2. Load the laundry and close the door.

3. Set the WASH CYCLE knob to the desired programme.

4. Set the washing temperature (see “Personalisation”).

5. Set the spin speed (see “Personalisation”).

6. Measure out the detergent and washing additives (see “Detergents and laundry”).

7. Select the desired functions.

8. Start the wash cycle by pressing the START/PAUSE button and the corresponding indicator light will remain lit in a fixed

manner, in green. To cancel the set wash cycle, pause the machine by pressing the START/PAUSE button and select a new

9. At the end of the wash cycle the indicator light will switch on. The DOOR LOCKED indicator light will switch off, indi-

cating that the door may be opened. Take out your laundry and leave the appliance door ajar to make sure the drum dries

completely. Switch the washing machine off by pressing the ON/OFF button.

GB Cotton Standard 20° (wash cycle 4). Ideal for lightly soiled cotton loads. The effective performance levels achieved at cold

temperatures, which are comparable to washing at 40°, are guaranteed by a mechanical action which operates at varying

speed, with repeated and frequent peaks.

Mix 30’ (wash cycle 6) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 30 minutes and the-

refore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (6 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together

(except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 3 kg.

Mix 15’(wash cycle 7) this wash cycle was designed to wash lightly soiled garments quickly: it lasts just 15 minutes and the-

refore saves both energy and time. By selecting this wash cycle (7 at 30°C), it is possible to wash different fabrics together

(except for wool and silk items), with a maximum load of 1.5 kg.

Sanitizing cycle (wash cycle 8). A high-temperature hygienic wash cycle (over 60°C) which requires the use of bleach. Pour

the bleach, the detergent and the additives into the relevant compartments (see paragraph entitled “Detergent dispenser

Goodnigt cycle (wash cycle 9). This is a silent cycle which can be run at night, when the electricity prices are lower. The

wash cycle is designed for cottons and synthetics. At the end of the cycle the machine stops while there is still water in the

drum; to spin and drain the laundry press the START/PAUSE button; alternatively the machine will perform the spin cycle and

drain the water automatically after 8 hours.

Baby cycle (wash cycle 10). This wash cycle can be used to remove the soiling typically caused by babies, while ensuring

that all detergent is removed from nappies in order to prevent the delicate skin of babies from suffering allergies. The cycle

has been designed to reduce the amount of bacteria by using a greater quantity of water and optimising the effect of special

disinfecting additives added to the detergent.

At the end of the wash cycle, the machine will slowly rotate the drum to prevent the formation of creases; to end the cycle

press the START/PAUSE button.

Table of wash cycles

The length of cycle shown on the display or in this booklet is an estimation only and is calculated assuming standard working conditions. The actual duration can vary accor-

ding to factors such as water temperature and pressure, the amount of detergent used, the amount and type of load inserted, load balancing and any wash options selected. 1) Test wash cycle in compliance with directive 1061/2010: set wash cycle 2 with a temperature of 60°C. This cycle is designed for cotton loads with a normal soil level and is the most efficient in terms of both electricity and water consumption; it should be used for garments which can be washed at 60°C . The actual washing temperature may differ from the indicated value. 2) Test wash cycle in compliance with directive 1061/2010: set wash cycle 3 with a temperature of 40°C. This cycle is designed for cotton loads with a normal soil level and is the most efficient in terms of both electricity and water consumption; it should be used for garments which can be washed at 40°C . The actual washing temperature may differ from the indicated value. For all Test Institutes:2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle 3 with a temperature of 40°C. 3) Long wash cycle for synthetics: set wash cycle 5 with a temperature of 40°C.Wash cyclesDescription of the wash cycleMax. temp. (°C)Max. speed (rpm)DetergentsMax. load (kg) Residual dampness%Energy con-sumptionkWh Total water lt Cycle dura- tion PrewashBleach Wash Fabric softener 1 Cotton + Prewash: extremely soiled whites.90° 1000 

  7 62 2,21 78 170’ 2 Cotton Standard 60° (1): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours. 60° (Max.90°)1000 - -   7 62 1,13 52,5 180’ 3 Cotton Standard 40° (2): lightly soiled resistant and delicate colours.40° 1000 - -   7 62 1,00 75 170’ 4 Cotton Standard 20°: lightly soiled resistant and delicate colours.20° 1000 - -   7 - - - 170’ 5 Synthetics: heavily soiled resistant colours.60° 800 - -   3,5 44 0,93 47 115’ 5 Synthetics (3): lightly soiled resistant colours.40° 800 - -   3,5 44 0,57 46 100’ 6

Mix 30': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand).30° 800 - -   3 71 0,15 35 30’ 7 Mix 15': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand).30° 800 - -   1,5 71 0,19 31 15’ 8 Sanitizing cycle: extremely soiled whites.90° 1000 -  7 - - - 190’ 9 Goodnigt cycle: lightly soiled delicate colours.40° 800 - -   4 - - - 290’ 10 Baby cycle: heavily soiled delicate colours.40° 800 - -   2 - - - 120’ 11 Shirts 40° 600 - -   2 - - - 80’ 12 Silk/Curtains: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie.30° 0 - -   1 - - - 55’ 13 Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc.40° 800 - -   1,5 - - - 70’ A Rinse- 1000 - - -  7 - - - 36’

B Spin - 1000 - - - - 7 - - - 16’ C Drain - 0 - - - - 7 - - - 2’GB

Setting the temperature

Turn the TEMPERATURE knob to set the wash temperature (see Table of wash cycles).

The temperature may be lowered, or even set to a cold wash ( ). The washing machine will automatically prevent you from

selecting a temperature which is higher than the maximum value set for each wash cycle.

! Exception: if the 2 programme is selected, the temperature can be increased up to a value of 90°C.

Setting the spin speed

Turn the SPIN SPEED knob to set the spin speed for the selected wash cycle.

The maximum spin speeds available for each wash cycle are as follows:

Wash cycles Maximum spin speed

The spin speed may be lowered, or the spin cycle can be excluded altogether by selecting the symbol .

The washing machine will automatically prevent you from selecting a spin speed which is higher than the maximum speed

set for each wash cycle.

The various wash functions available with this washing machine will help to achieve the desired results, every time.

To activate the functions:

1. Press the button corresponding to the desired function;

2. the function is enabled when the corresponding indicator light is illuminated.

Note: If the indicator light flashes rapidly, this signals that this particular function may not be selected in conjunction with the

selected wash cycle.

Because a greater quantity of water is used in the initial phase of the cycle, and because of the increased cycle duration, this

function offers a high-performance wash.

! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 1, 6, 7, 8, 12, 13, B, C.

By selecting this function, the efficiency of the rinse is increased and optimal detergent removal is guaranteed. It is particularly

useful for sensitive skin.

! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 6, 7, B, C.

By selecting this function, the wash and spin cycles will be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases.

At the end of the cycle the washing machine will perform slow rotations of the drum; the EASY IRON and START/PAUSE

indicator lights will flash (orange) and the phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. To end the cycle, press the START/PAU-

SE button or the EASY IRON button.

For the Silk wash cycle, the machine will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking, the EASY IRON and START/PAUSE

indicator lights will flash (orange) and the RINSE phase will remain lit in a fixed manner. To drain the water so that the laundry

may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button or the EASY IRON button.

! This function may not be used in conjunction with wash cycles 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 13, A, B, C.

This timer delays the start time of the wash cycle by up to 12 hours.

Press the button repeatedly until the indicator light corresponding to the desired delay time switches on. The fifth time the button

is pressed, the function will be disabled.

N.B. Once you have pressed the START/PAUSE button, the delay time may only be decreased if you wish to modify it.

! This option is enabled with all programmes.

GB Detergents and laundry

Detergent dispenser drawer

Good washing results also depend on the correct dose of

detergent: adding too much detergent will not necessa-

rily result in a more efficient wash, and may in fact cause

build up on the inside of your appliance and contribute to

environmental pollution.

! Use powder detergent for white cotton garments, for

pre-washing, and for washing at temperatures over 60°C.

! Follow the instructions given on the detergent packaging.

! Do not use hand washing detergents because these

create too much foam.

Open the detergent di-

spenser drawer and pour

in the detergent or washing

additive, as follows.

compartment 1: Pre-wash detergent (powder)

Before pouring in the detergent, make sure that extra com-

partment 4 has been removed.

compartment 2: Detergent for the wash cycle

Liquid detergent should only be poured in immediately

prior to the start of the wash cycle.

compartment 3: Additives (fabric softeners, etc.)

The fabric softener should not overflow the grid.

extra compartment 4: Bleach

Bleaching may only be performed in conjunction with wash

Pour the bleach into extra compartment 4; pour the deter-

gent and softener into the corresponding compartments,

then select one of the abovementioned wash cycles.

This option is recommended only for very soiled cotton

Preparing the laundry

• Divide the laundry according to:

- the type of fabric/the symbol on the label

- the colours: separate coloured garments from whites.

• Empty all garment pockets and check the buttons.

• Do not exceed the listed values, which refer to the

weight of the laundry when dry: see “Table of wash

How much does your laundry weigh? 1 sheet 400-500 g

Garments requiring special care

Shirts: use special wash cycle 11 to wash shirts in various

fabrics and colours.

It guarantees maximum care is taken of the garments and

minimises the formation of creases.

Silk: use special wash cycle 12 to wash all silk garments.

We recommend the use of special detergent which has

been designed to wash delicate clothes.

Curtains: fold curtains and place them in a pillow case or

mesh bag. Use wash cycle 12.

Wool: the wool wash cycle on this Hotpoint-Ariston

machine has been tested and approved by The Woolmark

Company for washing wool garments labelled as hand wa-

shable provided that the garments are washed according

to the instructions on the garment label and those issued

by the manufacturer of this washing machine. Hotpoint-

Ariston is the first washing machine brand to be approved

by The Woolmark Company for Apparel Care- Platinum for

its washing performance and consumption of energy and

Load balancing system

Before every spin cycle, to avoid excessive vibrations and

to distribute the load in a uniform manner, the drum rotates

continuously at a speed which is slightly greater than the

washing rotation speed. If, after several attempts, the load

is not balanced correctly, the machine spins at a reduced

spin speed. If the load is excessively unbalanced, the

washing machine performs the distribution process instead

of spinning. To encourage improved load distribution and

balance, we recommend small and large garments are

mixed in the load.GB

Your washing machine could fail to work. Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre (see “Assistance”), make sure

that the problem cannot be not solved easily using the following list.

The washing machine does not

The wash cycle does not start.

The washing machine does not

take in water (the indicator light for

the first wash cycle stage flashes

The washing machine continuously

takes in and drains water.

The washing machine does not

The washing machine vibrates a lot

during the spin cycle.

The washing machine leaks.

The START/PAUSE indicator light

(orange) and the function indicator

lights flash rapidly.

There is too much foam.

Possible causes / Solutions:

• The appliance is not plugged into the socket fully, or is not making contact.

• There is no power in the house.

• The washing machine door is not closed properly.

• The ON/OFF button has not been pressed.

• The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.

• The water tap has not been opened.

• A delayed start has been set (see “Personalisation”).

• The water inlet hose is not connected to the tap.

• The water tap has not been opened.

• There is no water supply in the house.

• The pressure is too low.

• The START/PAUSE button has not been pressed.

• The drain hose is not fitted at a height between 65 and 100 cm from the floor

(see “Installation”).

• The free end of the hose is under water (see “Installation”).

• The wall drainage system is not fitted with a breather pipe.

If the problem persists even after these checks, turn off the water tap, switch

the appliance off and contact the Assistance Service. If the dwelling is on one of

the upper floors of a building, there may be problems relating to water drainage,

causing the washing machine to fill with water and drain continuously. Special

anti-draining valves are available in shops and help to avoid this inconvenience.

• The wash cycle does not include draining: some wash cycles require the drain

phase to be started manually.

• The EASY IRON function has been activated: To complete the wash cycle,

press the START/PAUSE button (“Personalisation”).

• The drain hose is bent (see “Installation”).

• The drainage duct is clogged.

• The drum was not unlocked correctly during installation (see “Installation”).

• The washing machine is not level (see “Installation”).

• The washing machine is trapped between cabinets and walls (see “Installation”).

• The water inlet hose is not screwed on properly (see “Installation”).

• The detergent dispenser drawer is blocked (for cleaning instructions, see

“Care and maintenance”).

• The drain hose is not fixed properly (see “Installation”).

• Switch off the machine and unplug it, wait for approximately 1 minute and

then switch it back on again.

If the problem persists, contact the Technical Assistance Service.

• The detergent is not suitable for machine washing (it should display the text

“for washing machines” or “hand and machine wash”, or the like).

• Too much detergent was used.28

Before calling for Assistance:

• Check whether you can solve the problem alone (see “Troubleshooting”);

• Restart the programme to check whether the problem has been solved;

• If this is not the case, contact an authorised Technical Assistance Centre using the telephone number provided on the

guarantee certificate.

! Always request the assistance of authorised technicians.

Have the following information to hand:

• the type of problem;

• the appliance model (Mod.);

• the serial number (S/N).

This information can be found on the data plate applied to the rear of the washing machine, and can also be found on the

front of the appliance by opening the door.FR

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