Hotpoint Ariston ARGD 149 Instructions For Use Manual page 22

• Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This
will limit wear on the hydraulic system inside the
washing machine and help to prevent leaks.
• Unplug the washing machine when cleaning it and
during all maintenance work.
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.
• Always leave the porthole door ajar in order to
prevent unpleasant odours from forming.
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Remove the dispenser
1
by raising it and pulling it
out (see figure).
Wash it under running
water; this operation
should be repeated
frequently.
2
The washing machine is fitted with a self-cleaning
pump which does not require any maintenance.
Sometimes, small items (such as coins or buttons)
may fall into the pre-chamber which protects the
pump, situated in its bottom part.

Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug
the appliance.
To access the pre-chamber:
3. clean the inside thoroughly;
4. screw the lid back on;
5. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are
securely in place before you push it onto the
appliance.
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.
1. using a screwdriver,
remove the cover panel
on the lower front part of
the washing machine
(see figure);
2. unscrew the lid by
rotating it anti-clockwise
(see figure): a little water
may trickle out. This is
perfectly normal;