Hotpoint AQLF9F 49 U manual Care and maintenance

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Care and maintenance

Cutting off the water and electricity EN 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.

Unplug the appliance when cleaning it and during all maintenance work.

Cleaning the 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 drawer

To access the pre-chamber:

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2

1.take off the cover panel on the front of the machine by first pressing it in the centre and then pushing downwards on both sides until you can remove it (see figures);

2.position a container so that it will collect the water

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D

which flows out (approximately 1.5 l) (see figure);

3. unscrew the lid by rotating it in an anti- clockwise direction (see figure);

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clean the inside thoroughly;

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screw the lid back on;

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reposition the panel, making sure the hooks are

To pull out the dispenser drawer, open until the first stop point then press lever A to open completely; finally, press one of the levers D and pull the drawer outwards (see picture).

Wash it under running water; this procedure should be effected regularly. Be careful to remove any detergent residues from the dispenser drawer socket on the machine.

Keep the drawer to the left hand side when replacing it to ensure that it centres the guides and to prevent it from jamming.

securely in place before you push it onto the appliance.

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.

Caring for your appliance drum

Always leave the door ajar to prevent unpleasant odours from forming.

Cleaning the pump

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 protective pre-chamber at the base of the pump.

￿Make sure the wash cycle has finished and unplug the appliance.

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Contents Instructions for installation and use Washing MachineUnpacking and levelling InstallationConnecting the electricity and water supplies Following Operations should be Carried OUT by a Qualified ElectricianBlue Neutral N Brown Live L Green & Yellow Earth E Technical data AQLF9F 49 UDescription of the machine Control panel Open up to the second Drawer up to the first stopPoint then press the lever a Stop point, making sure thatDo not pour any fabric softener as the appropriate Signals for successive refillingRelative vertical bars disappear from the display ButtonThey are compatible with the selected cycle. Running a wash cycleClose the Porthole Door PressingWash options Wash cycles and optionsTable of wash cycles Duration of the wash cycles can be checked on the displayPreparing the laundry Detergents and laundryDetergent Washing recommendationsDisposal Precautions and tipsGeneral safety Opening the porthole door manuallyCare and maintenance Possible causes/Solution Trouble shootingProblem Solved easily using the following listPage Troubleshooting Possible causes / SolutionsGuarantee AssistanceAfter Sales Service 195093871.00