Instructions for installation and use WASHER DRYER This symbol reminds you to read this instruction manual. Contents English,1 Installation, 2-3-4-5 Unpacking and levelling Connecting the electricity and water supplies Technical data Description of the machine, 6-7 Control panel How to run a wash cycle or a drying cycle, 8-9 Wash cycles and options, 10 Table of wash cycles Wash options...
Installation ! This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place for ! If the appliance is levelled correctly, it will be more stable future reference. If the washer dryer is sold, given away or and much less likely to cause vibrations and noise while it moved, please ensure the manual is kept with the machine, is operating, particularly during the spin cycle.
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Connecting the drain hose • the supply voltage is included within the values indica- ted on the Technical Data Plate fixed on the machine; Connect the drain hose, without bending it, to a • the socket is compatible with the washing machine’s plug. draining duct or a wall If this is not the case, replace the socket or the plug.
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As the colours of the wires in the lead may not correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows: Connect Green & Yellow wire to terminal marked E or coloured Green or Green & Yellow. Connect Brown wire to terminal marked L or coloured Red.
Technical data Model AQM8F 49 I width 59.5 cm Dimensions height 85 cm depth 64.5 cm from 1 to 8 kg for the wash programme Capacity from 1 to 6 kg for the drying programme Electrical please refer to the technical data plate fixed to the machine connections maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)
Description of the machine CONTROL PANEL PORTHOLE DOOR PORTHOLE DOOR HANDLE KICK STRIP ADJUSTABLE FEET PORTHOLE DOOR 1. pre-wash compartment: use powder detergent. Always use the handle to 2. main wash compartment: open the porthole door (see use powder or liquid figure).
Running a wash cycle WARNING: before you use the washer dryer for the first “L3” Cupboard dry : suitable for laundry which can be put time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry, using back in a cupboard without being ironed. the 90°...
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7. START THE PROGRAMME. Press the START/PAUSE button. The corresponding indicator light remains lit in a fixed manner and the porthole door locks (the DOOR LOCKED indicator light illuminates). The icons corresponding to the wash cycle phases will light up during the cycle to indicate which phase is currently in progress.
• use gentle liquid detergents for wool and silk garments. Wool: Hotpoint is the only washer dryer brand to have The detergent should be poured into the relevant compartment been awarded the prestigious Woolmark Platinum Care - or the dispenser placed directly inside the drum - before the endorsement (M.0508) by the Woolmark Company, which...
Precautions and tips • Do not use the appliance to dry foam rubber or ! The machine was designed and constructed in similar elastomers. accordance with international safety regulations. The • Make sure that the water tap is turned on during following information is provided for safety reasons and the drying cycles.
Care and maintenance Cutting off the water and electricity To access the pre-chamber: supplies • Turn off the water tap after every wash cycle. This will limit wear on the hydraulic system in the machine and help to prevent leaks. •...
Trouble shooting Your washer dryer could occasionally 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. Problem: Possible causes / Solutions: The machine does not switch on. •...
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The machine wont spin properly. • Out of Balance detected when attempting to go into a spin cycle - If this happens the machine will continue to try to repeat the distribution of the load required before the machine will go into higher spin speeds - This will increase the programme time accordingly.
DOMESTIC PREMISES. 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee. This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers. There will be a charge for our engineer’s time.
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 1000 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service.
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