Hotpoint-Ariston AQ113D 697: Care and maintenance

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Care and maintenance

Cutting off the water and 

electricity 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 remove the drawer, 

press lever (1) and pull 

the drawer outwards (2) 

(see figure).

Wash it under running 

water; this procedure 

should be repeated 

frequently.

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.

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 Make sure the wash cycle has finished and 

unplug the appliance.

To access the pre-chamber:

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 which flows out 

(approximately 1.5 l) 

(

see

figure

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;

3. unscrew the lid by 

rotating it in an anti-

clockwise direction (

see

figure

)

;

4. clean the inside thoroughly;

5. screw the lid back on;

6. reposition the panel, making sure the hooks 

are 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.

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