Ariston Aqualtis AQ8F 29 U H: Installation

Installation

 This instruction manual should be kept in a safe place

Levelling

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for future reference. If the washing machine is sold,

1. Place the washing machine on a flat sturdy floor,

given away or moved, please ensure the manual is kept

without resting it up against walls or cabinets.

with the machine, so that the new owner may benefit

from the advice contained within it.

2. If the floor is uneven,

 Read these instructions carefully: they contain vital

the front feet of the

information relating to the safe installation and operation

machine may be adjusted

of the appliance.

until it reaches a horizontal

 Inside the pack containing this manual, you will also

position (the angle of

find the guarantee and all the details necessary for

inclination must not

installation.

exceed 2 degrees).

Unpacking and levelling

Unpacking

1. Once you have removed all the packaging from the

 If the appliance is levelled correctly, it will be more

washing machine, make sure it has not been damaged

stable and much less likely to cause vibrations and noise

during transportation.

while it is operating, particularly during the spin cycle.

If it has been damaged, contact the retailer and do not

 If it is placed on carpet or a rug, adjust the feet in such

proceed any further with the installation process.

a way as to allow a sufficient ventilation space

underneath the washing machine.

2. Remove the 4

protective screws (used

Connecting the electricity and water

during transportation) and

supplies

the corresponding spacer,

located on the rear part of

Connecting the water inlet hose

the appliance (see figure).

 Before connecting the inlet hose to the water supply,

run the water until it is perfectly clear.

1. Connect the inlet hose

to the machine by

Unlocking the chest

screwing it onto the cold

water inlet of the

To remove the bracket that locks the chest in place and

appliance, which is

supports the tub during transportation, remove the

situated on the top right-

"central" screws, then hold it firmly as you push it

hand side of the rear part

backwards and take it out; loosen the 4 "side" screws

of the appliance (see

and remove the metal strip.

figure).

After you have completed this process fit the plastic toe-

kick supplied (in the "chest"), making sure that the

hooks have been positioned in the holes provided before

2. Connect the inlet hose

pushing it towards the machine.

by screwing it to a cold

water tab using a 3/4 gas

 For more detailed information please refer to the

threaded connection (see

guidelines provided inside the "chest".

figure).

 Packaging materials should not be used as toys by

children.

3. Make sure that the hose is not folded over or bent.

 The water pressure at the tap must fall within the values

indicated in the Technical data table (see next page).

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 If the inlet hose is not long enough, contact a

 The machine must not be installed outdoors, even in

covered areas. It is extremely dangerous to leave the

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specialised shop or an authorised technician.

appliance exposed to rain, storms and other weather

 Never use second-hand or old inlet hoses; use the

conditions.

products supplied with the machine.

 The mains socket must remain within easy reach after

the washing machine has been installed.

Connecting the drain hose

 Do not use extension cords or multiple sockets.

Connect the drain hose to

drain duct piping or a wall

 The cable should not be bent or compressed.

drain located between 65

and 100 cm above the

 The power supply cable and plug must only be

floor, making sure it is not

replaced by authorised technicians.

65 - 100 cm

bent at all.

Warning! The company shall not be held responsible in

the event that these regulations are not respected.

Alternatively, rest the drain

hose on the side of a

washbasin or bathtub,

Technical data

fastening the duct

supplied to the tap (see

figure).

Model

AQ8F 29 U H

The free end of the hose

width 59.5 cm

should not be underwater.

Dimensions

height 105 cm

depth 64,5 cm

Capacity

from 1 to 8 kg

 We advise against the use of hose extensions; if it is

absolutely necessary, the extension must have the same

Electrical

please refer to the technical data

diameter as the original hose and must not exceed 150

connections

plate fixed to the machine

cm in length.

maximum pressure 1 MPa (10 bar)

Water connections

minimum pressure 0.05 MPa (0.5 bar)

Electrical connections

drum capacity 62 litres

Before plugging the appliance into the electricity socket,

Spin speed

up to 1200 rotations per minute

make sure that:

Energy rated

 the socket is earthed and complies with all applicable

programmes

programme ;

laws;

according to

temperature 60°C and 40°C;

regulation

 the socket is able to withstand the maximum power

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load of the appliance as indicated in the Technical

Energy rated

data table (see opposite);

programmes

according to

programme ; temperature 60°C;

 the power supply voltage falls within the values

regulation

using a load of 8 kg.

indicated in the Technical data table (see opposite);

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 the socket is compatible with the plug of the

This appliance conforms to the

appliance. If this is not the case, have the socket or

following EC Directives:

the plug replaced.

- 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic

Compatibility)

- 2006/95/EC (Low Voltage)

- 2002/96/EC

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