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  • Page 2: Wash Labels Explained

    Wash Labels Explained The number inside the wash tub shows the maximum water temperature, in ˚C. If there are no bars, the garment can be spun and rinsed as normal. One bar indicates a reduced spin speed programme should be used. Two bars mean the clothes need a mild wash action, but can be spun and rinsed normally.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents WASHING MACHINE Wash Labels Explained, 2 Washing Machine Description, 4-5 Aquarius Aquarius + Programmes and Option Modifiers, 6-11 Special features Option modifiers Programme table Starting a wash programme A typical wash load Automatic features Troubleshooting, 12-13 Problems and solutions...
  • Page 4: Washing Machine Description

    Programme listing Detergent dispenser drawer Aquarius control panel features Programme listing: To consult a straight forward chart of the different programmes available. Option buttons: To select the options available (see Programme Table and Option Modifiers). Variable Temperature dial: To reduce the selected programmes wash temperature*.
  • Page 5 Detergent dispenser drawer Aquarius + control panel features Programme listing: To consult a straight forward chart of the different programmes available. Option buttons: To select the options available (see Programme Table and Option Modifiers). Variable Temperature button: To reduce the selected programmes wash temperature.
  • Page 6: Programmes And Option Modifiers

    Not for Wool or Silk garments (use the special programmes for those materials). Handwash Wool Approved: The wool wash cycle on Hotpoint machines has been tested and approved by the Woolmark company for washing garments labelled as ‘hand wash’, provided that the ‘garments’ are washed in accordance to the instructions issued by the manufacturer of this machine.
  • Page 7 - Aquarius + only, each press of the button will reduce the spin speed. The new spin speed will be shown in the display. If you press again after ‘OFF’ has been displayed, the machine will revert to the...
  • Page 8: Programme Table

    Programmes and Option Modifiers Programme Table *Programme setting for test in accordance with IEC 60456 and EN 60456 Label Programme Type / Fabric Prewash Mixed Hygienic White Cotton Superwash Colourfast Cotton Everyday Colourfast Cotton Standard Colourfast Cotton (IEC 60456*) maximum load capacity. Fast Wash Colourfast Cotton Everyday...
  • Page 9 Enhance Normal Normal to Max Heavy Normal Wash Normal Enhance Normal Light Normal Aquarius + Spin Aquarius Speed Available Options Available Options Time Delay Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Rinse Hold, Mini Load, Extra Rinse Time Delay Reduce Creases, Rinse Hold...
  • Page 10: Starting A Wash Programme

    Two examples of maximum wash loads for different types of fabric: Did you know that with Hotpoint and Ariel you’ll get the best washing results? Certain laundry products work better in some machines than others. At Hotpoint we know this is true because we’ve done the research to prove it.
  • Page 11: Automatic Features

    Programmes and Option Modifiers Automatic features Unbalanced load detection The machine has an inbuilt feature to prevent it from spinning too fast with an unbalanced load. When an unbalanced load is detected, the machine will attempt to redistribute the load in order to balance it evenly to achieve full spin speed.
  • Page 12: Troubleshooting

    The ON/OFF button has not been pressed. The Start/Cancel button has not been pressed for at least 3 seconds. The cold water supply tap is not turned on - H20 is displayed (Aquarius + only). Aquarius + only: Have you selected Time Delay (see Programmes and Option Modifiers).
  • Page 13: Troubleshooting

    Possible causes / Solution: The door is not fully closed, please close fully to start cycle. Where 000 is the number (please contact Hotpoint Service and quote the number). Check for low water pressure. Programme times listed in the Programme Table are approximate.
  • Page 14: Safety Advice

    Safety Advice This machine is designed for domestic use only. Before using your machine make sure that the two transit bolts and spacers have been removed (see Installation Guide). Any electrical work necessary to install this machine should be carried out by a qualified electrician. Do not plug your machine into a socket when your hands are wet.
  • Page 15: Technical Details

    Technical Details Technical details chart Model numbers Dimensions Capacity Electric Connections Spin Speed Control programme according to IEC60456 with Wash Enhance This appliance is compliant with the following European Community Directives: - 72/23/EEC & 93/68/EEC (Low Voltage) and subsequent amendments. - 89/336/EEC,92/31/EEC &...
  • Page 16: Service

    Service Before calling the Service Centre: Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting). If not, turn off the machine and call the Service Centre closest to you. You will be charged for a service engineers visit if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect installation or misuse.

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