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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:55 am Page 1
Installation and User Instructions
for the Aquarius Range
For everyone you’ll ever be
WMA33
WMA32
WMA31
WMA30
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:55 am Page 2 Congratulations on choosing Aquarius!! Model WMA 33 Model WMA 31 Model WMA 30 Model WMA 32 Model WMA33 Model WMA33 shows the maximum features available on an Aquarius washing machine. Please record the Model number and the Serial number Control Dispenser drawer of your machine on the Back Cover of the book for future panel reference. The Model number can be found on the control panel. The Serial number can be found on the inner door trim
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SAFETY INSTALLING A T YPIC AL W ASH THE PROGRAMMES CLEANING & TROUBLE SERVICE & YOUR MACHINE PROGR AMME DISPENSER MAINTENANCE SHOOTING GUARANTEE AND OPTIONS Page 4 Pages 5-10 Pages 11-12 Pages 13-14 Pages 15-18 Page 19 Pages 20-21 Pages 22-23 *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:55 am Page 3 The following instructions and information will help you to get the most out of your new machine... Safety first! This instruction manual contains important details on using your machine safely. I
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:55 am Page 4 Safety first This instruction manual contains important details on using your machine safely. Please keep it safe for your future reference. If you pass the machine onto someone else, please make sure that you give them this manual so that the new owner can read these safety warnings. ✔ ✘ Dispose of packaging Do not plug your materials carefully and machine into a socket keep them well away when your hands are from children. wet
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INSTALLING YOUR MACHINE *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:56 am Page 5 Remove the polystyrene block... After removing the packaging from the machine, make sure that the polystyrene block (figure 1) has come away from the underside of the machine, with the polystyrene base. figure 1 If it has not come away, carefully lower the machine on its side onto the polystyrene top cap and then remove the polystyrene block (see figure 2). You may need a second person to help you lower and raise
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:56 am Page 6 2. Remove the transit fixings... There are two transit bolts fitted under plastic covers, one at either side of the rear of your machine. These bolts prevent damage to the machine while it is being transported. Remove both transit bolts complete with spacers, by following the instructions below. Location of transit bolts. Use a screwdriver to release the covers and a standard 13mm spanner to remove both bolts.. Firstly, unhook the grey
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INSTALLING YOUR MACHINE *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:56 am Page 7 3. Connect your machine to the electricity supply Make sure that the electrical socket is accessible. Take the mains lead from the back of the machine and plug it into the WARNINGS: socket. We do not recommend wiring your machine directly into the mains supply. This machine Changing the mains lead must be If you have damaged the existing lead and need a new one, earthed. contact Hotpoint Service UK on 08709 06
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:56 am Page 8 4. Connect your machine to the water supply... Your hot and cold water pressure should be between 3 and 150 psi (21 - 1034 kPa). WARNINGS: The water supply taps should be accessible when the machine is installed. The Before connecting the fill hoses, check that water is temperature running from the water supply taps you will use for your of your hot machine. water supply Connect the washing machine to the water supply
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INSTALLING YOUR MACHINE *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:57 am Page 9 5.Connect the machine to a drainage system... Do not remove the hooked end support from the GREY drainage hose when using any of the drainage methods detailed below. You may need to reposition it as required along the drainage hose. For drainage into a standard work top sink, ensure the outlet pipe has a minimum diameter of 32mm. If your sink is inset, WARNINGS: the front edge of the basin must be less than
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:57 am Page 10 6. Move the machine into position... Your machine is heavy so care must be taken when moving it. To help you we have fitted wheels to the bottom rear of WARNING: the machine. Do not drag Please take care not to damage any floor coverings or lift the when moving the machine. machine by it’s door. When moving the machine, take care not to kink or damage the hoses at the back of machine. 7.Adjust the feet... Once the machine is
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A T YPIC AL W ASH PROGR AMME *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:57 am Page 11 Using your machine The rest of this instruction book will help you to make the most of your new washing machine. We have created the machine for the way you live, by listening to people just like you who use our products. You will find that your new machine has many useful features and is easy to use. Washcare tips... Your machine can wash a maximum load of 5.5kg (cotton). Weight of Wash Load Do not over
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:57 am Page 12 A typical wash programme Sort your laundry into groups by washcare labels. 1 Load the machine, making sure that clothes are not trapped WARNINGS: in the door. Close the washing machine door by pushing it until it clicks. Do not allow Add detergent and fabric children to 2 conditioner, if required, to the play with the dispenser drawer. machine or Refer to the detergent manufacturer’s dosage tamper with instructions. the controls. Do
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THE DISPENSER *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 13 The dispenser IMPORTANT INFORMATION. We have set the detergent retaining flap, in the main detergent compartment to dispense powder detergent only. If you want to dispense liquid detergent put the retaining flap in its ‘down’ position. Detergent retaining Drawer release latch flap in its ‘up’ position for dispensing powder. Prewash detergent Note: compartment. To position flap for Maximum 200ml dispensing liquid: Pull po
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 14 Dispensing powder detergent To achieve the best wash results the WARNING: manufacturer’s recommended amount Do not put any of detergent should be measured and item(s) into added to the dispenser drawer (max. 400ml). the drawer other than detergents Dispensing that are liquid detergent designed to be The liquid released from retaining flap is the drawer as preset for adding they may cause powder detergent. To add liquid damage or deter
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PROGRAMMES AND OPTIONS *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 15 Wash programmes Door Lock Indicator Light OFF position Progress indicators Programme selector dial ‘START/Hold To Reset’ button On-Off / Selecting a programme The machine is switched on, by turning the programme WARNINGS: selector dial away from the ‘OFF’ position, to your selected Do not try to programme. To start the programme press and release the open the ‘START/Hold To Reset’ button. door while When th
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 16 Wash programme dial Turn from ‘OFF’ to the programme you need. Maximum Wash temp. dry weight *Approx. Spin Wash Fabric ˚C programme time speed Programme label load Automatic Pre-wash and Wash Programmes White cotton 2 hours 30minutes - 95 A 5.5kg Fast 2 hours 40minutes Heavy soil Cotton 1 hour 40minutes - B Fast 40 5.5kg 1 hour 50minutes heavy soil Wash Programmes White cotton and linen 2 hours 20minutes - C 95 5.5kg F
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PROGRAMMES AND OPTIONS *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 17 Options Option Buttons Variable spin speed dial Variable temperature dial Choosing an option button To choose an option, press the button and you will see a light come on above the button. Press again to cancel, and the light will go out. You cannot alter the options once the machine is running. Time saver... use this option for... Saving up to a third on the programme time. This is not available with the Quick
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 18 Options Variable spin speed This is only available on Models WMA32 and WMA33 Use this control to reduce the programme spin speed only. If you leave this in the maximum position (1300), the spin will be the maximum which is appropriate for whatever wash programme you have chosen. When the wash has finished return the dial to the original setting i.e 1300. Note: You cannot alter the spin speed while the machine is spinning. Variable temp
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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE *Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:59 am Page 19 Cleaning and maintenance Removing and cleaning the Cleaning the dispenser drawer and outside WARNINGS: compartments Use a damp cloth Do not clean to clean the outside surfaces any part of Note: You should clean the dispenser of the machine. your machine drawer regularly. Cleaning the with abrasive door bowl Pull the dispenser drawer out until it cleaners, 1 Clean the inside reaches it
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*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:59 am Page 20 Troubleshooting... In the unlikely event that you have problems with your machine, the following guide may help you to get your machine working correctly straight away. .. The machine will not start... The door will not open... Close the door. Check that the machine Has the programme finished? Is the ‘End’ has power. Choose a programme and progress light lit? The door will not open press the ‘START/Hold To Reset’ button. until the
