*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
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:55 am Page 2 Congratulations on choosing Aquarius!! Model WMA 33 Model WMA 32 Model WMA 30 Model WMA 31 Model WMA33 Model WMA33 shows the maximum features available on an Aquarius washing machine. Dispenser drawer Please record the Model number and the Serial number of your machine on the Back Cover of the book for future reference. Control panel The Model number can be found on the control panel. The Serial number can be found on the inner door trim.
*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... Washcare tips and a simple step by step guide to using your machine. Guidance on getting the most out of your wash using powders, liquids, tablets and fabric conditioners. Select a programme for any wash including automatic functions, pre-washes, economy loads, variable temperature and spin speeds.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:55 am Page 4 Safety first SAFETY 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 materials carefully and keep them well away from children. ● Do not plug your machine into a socket when your hands are wet.
*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 INSTALLING YOUR MACHINE 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).
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:56 am Page 6 2. Remove the transit fixings... INSTALLING YOUR MACHINE Location of transit bolts. 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. Use a screwdriver to release the covers and a standard 13mm spanner to remove both bolts..
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:56 am Page 7 3. Connect your machine to the electricity supply Changing the plug If you need to change your plug if it does not fit your socket; isolate the machine from the mains supply. Cut off the supplied plug and safely dispose of the discarded plug. Note: If you change the plug, the colour of wires in the mains lead may not match the colour of the markings which show the different terminals in the plug. You must wire it as shown below.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:56 am Page 8 4. Connect your machine to the water supply... INSTALLING YOUR MACHINE WARNINGS: ● The temperature of your hot water supply should ideally be 60°C and no higher than 70°C as this could cause damage to your laundry and the machine. ● Do not connect the machine to a single outlet instantaneous water heater. cold water supply figure 3 8 ● Your hot and cold water pressure should be between 3 and 150 psi (21 - 1034 kPa).
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:57 am Page 9 5.Connect the machine to a drainage system... figure 2 Cut off end figure 3 Under sink waste system 1 Cut out the membrane, bung or blanking plug (see figure 2). 2 Unclip the drainage hose from the back of the machine. 3 Move the hooked end support along the drainage hose as required. 4 Attach the drainage hose securely to the under sink drainage unit, using a hose clip (see figure 3).
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:57 am Page 10 6. Move the machine into position... INSTALLING YOUR MACHINE WARNING: ● Do not drag or lift the machine by it’s door. Your machine is heavy so care must be taken when moving it. To help you we have fitted wheels to the bottom rear of the machine. ● Please take care not to damage any floor coverings when moving the machine. ● When moving the machine, take care not to kink or damage the hoses at the back of machine. 7.Adjust the feet...
*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).
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:57 am Page 12 A typical wash programme 1 ATYPICALWASH PROGRAMME WARNINGS: ● Do not allow children to play with the machine or tamper with the controls. ● Do not overload the machine! It may damage laundry and reduce the quality of the wash. ● Do not try to open the door when the door indicator light is on. ● Do not open the dispenser drawer during any programme. 12 2 Sort your laundry into groups by washcare labels.
*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. Prewash detergent compartment. Maximum 200ml powder or 100ml liquid. Fabric conditioner compartment. 120ml maximum Main detergent compartment. Maximum 400ml powder or 200ml liquid.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 WARNING: ● Do not put any item(s) into the drawer other than detergents that are designed to be released from the drawer as they may cause damage or blockage. 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 14 Dispensing powder detergent To achieve the best wash results the manufacturer’s recommended amount of detergent should be measured and added to the dispenser drawer (max. 400ml). Dispensing liquid detergent The liquid retaining flap is preset for adding powder detergent.
*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 WARNINGS: ● Do not try to open the door while the ‘Door Locked’ indicator light is on. ● Do not allow children to play with the machine or tamper with the controls. ● If you cancel a programme part way through a wash or there is a power cut, take care when opening the door. The machine may contain hot water.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:58 am Page 16 Wash programme dial Turn from ‘OFF’ to the programme you need. Wash Fabric Programme label Automatic Pre-wash and Wash Programmes White cotton A Heavy soil Cotton B heavy soil Maximum Wash temp. dry weight *Approx. ˚C programme time load Spin speed 95 5.5kg 2 hours 30minutes 2 hours 40minutes Fast 40 5.5kg 1 hour 40minutes 1 hour 50minutes Fast 95 5.5kg 2 hours 20minutes 2 hours 30minutes Fast 60 5.
*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.
*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.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:59 am Page 19 Cleaning and maintenance WARNINGS: ● Do not clean any part of your machine with abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine based bleach or metal polish as they may cause damage. ● Do not try to clean any part of the dispenser drawer while the machine is working. Removing and cleaning the dispenser drawer and compartments Note: You should clean the dispenser drawer regularly. 1 2 Pull the dispenser drawer out until it reaches its stop.
*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... ● Close the door. Check that the machine has power. Choose a programme and press the ‘START/Hold To Reset’ button. If after two seconds the ‘Door Locked’ indicator light is not lit, check to see: i) If the machine is plugged in and switched ‘ON’.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:59 am Page 21 Troubleshooting... The programme takes a long time... ● Some programmes do take a long time. Things which can lengthen the programme time include low temperature and low pressure of the incoming hot water supply, or low cold water pressure. The machine makes a noise or vibrates during a spin programme... If the noise is very loud you should check whether: i) You have removed the transit bolts. ii) You have removed the polystyrene block.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:59 am Page 22 Hotpoint guarantee “Satisfaction guaranteed or your money back” We give you a unique ‘satisfaction guaranteed’ promise - valid for 90 days - after you have purchased your Hotpoint product. If there is a technical problem with your Hotpoint appliance simply call Hotpoint Repair service or go to our web-site at www.theservicecentre.co.uk, and where necessary, we will arrange for an engineer to call.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:59 am Page 23 After sales service “No company is better positioned to offer an after sales service on a Hotpoint appliance than us - the manufacturer” As part of our commitment to you, all Hotpoint appliances have the added benefit of a fully inclusive parts and labour guarantee for the first 12 months. In addition to this you also have the advantage of free replacement parts for the first 5 years when fitted by a Hotpoint engineer.
*Vogue aquarius 1666200001-09 04/04/2002 8:59 am Page 24 Key contacts After Sales Service Over 1100 trained specialists, directly employed by us, ensure that you can have complete confidence in both the appliances and services we offer. Repair Service and Information Help Desk UK: 08709 066066 (Open 8 to 8 Mon - Fri, 8 to 6 Sat & 10 to 4 Sun) www.theservicecentre.co.
