How to run a wash cycle or a drying cycle, 8-9 Wash cycles and options, 10 Table of wash cycles Wash options AQUALTIS Detergents and laundry, 11 Detergent AQM8L 29 I Preparing the laundry Washing recommendations Load balancing system Precautions and tips, 12 General safety Disposal...
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 AQM8L 29 I width 59.5 cm height 85 cm Dimensions 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...
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 Iron dry: slightly damp clothes, easy to iron. time, run a wash cycle with detergent and no laundry, using Cupboard dry: suitable for laundry which can be put the 90°...
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! If the selected option is not compatible with another option that has been selected previously, the indicator light corresponding to the first option selected will flash and only the second option will be activated; the indicator light corresponding to the button will remain lit in a constant manner.
• 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. •...
The machine leaks from the • The dispenser drawer is blocked with detergent and requires cleaning. dispenser. • The water pressure is too high and requires turning down - turn down the tap on the water supply pipe slightly and try again. •...
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.
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