Hotpoint AQXL 169 - Manual (Page 4)

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Installation
Keep this instruction manual in a safe place for
future reference. If the appliance is sold, given away
or moved, please ensure the manual remains with the
machine so that the new owner may benefit from the
advice contained within it.
Please read this instruction manual carefully it
contains important information regarding the safe
installation, use and maintenance of the appliance.
You will find the guarantee and other details relating to
the installation process in the bag containing this booklet.
Unpacking and levelling
Unpacking
1. Once the washing machine has been removed
from the packaging, check that it has not been
damaged during transportation.
If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do
not proceed any further with the installation process.
2. Remove the four
protective screws and
the rubber bush with the
respective spacer,
situated on the rear of
the appliance.
NB:The plastic spacers
may fall down inside the
machine once the bolt
has been removed, and
will not interfere with the operation of the machine.
3. Close the holes using the plastic covers provided in
the bag.
4. Keep all the pieces; if the washing machine is
transported in future, the screws and spacers will
have to be replaced in order to avoid damaging the
inside of the machine.
Packaging materials should not be used as toys by
children.
Levelling
1. Position the washing machine on a level and sturdy
floor, without resting it against walls or cabinets.
2. If the floor is uneven,
the feet of the appliance
may be adjusted until it
reaches a perfectly
horizontal position (the
angle of inclination must
not exceed 2 degrees).
If the appliance is levelled correctly it will be more
stable and much less likely to cause vibrations and
noise during the spin cycle.
If positioned on a fitted carpet or a rug, adjust the
feet in such a way as to allow room for air to circulate
and provide ventilation beneath the washing machine.
Connecting the water and electricity
supplies
Connecting the water inlet hose
Before connecting the inlet hose to the water supply, allow
the water to flow from the tap until it runs clear.
1. Connect the inlet hose
to the machine, by
screwing it into the cold
water inlet on the upper
right hand side of the
back of the machine (see
figure).
2. Place the seal A
(provided in the bag) on
the end of the inlet hose
and screw it to a cold
water tap with a 3/4 gas
threaded connection (see
figure).
3. The hose should not be bent or compressed.
The water pressure at the tap must fall within the
values indicated in the Technical data table (see next
page).
If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a
specialist store or an authorised technician.
Always use the new inlet hoses supplied with the
machine.