Hotpoint Ariston Aqualtis AQ8D 492 U (EU)-VA - Manual (Page 7)

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Wash options
Steam Hygiene
This option enhances washing performance by generating
steam during the wash cycle that eliminates any bacteria
from fibres while treating them at the same time. Place the
laundry in the drum, choose a compatible programme and
select option “
“.
! The steam generated during washing machine operation
may cause the porthole door to become hazy.
! It cannot be used in conjunction with
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Easy Iron
By selecting this option, the wash and spin cycles will
be modified in order to reduce the formation of creases.
At the end of the cycle the washing machine drum will rotate
slowly; the “Easy Iron” and START/PAUSE indicator lights will
flash. To end the cycle press the START/PAUSE button or the
“Easy Iron” button. For the Silk wash cycle, the machine
will end the cycle while the laundry is soaking and the “Easy
Iron” indicator light will flash. To drain the water so that the
laundry may be removed, press the START/PAUSE button
or the “Easy Iron” button.
! It cannot be used in conjunction with
, , , , , .
Time Saver
If you select this option, the wash cycle duration will be
reduced by 30%-50%, depending on the selected cycle,
thereby guaranteeing simultaneous water and energy saving.
Use this cycle for lightly soiled garments.
! It cannot be used in conjunction with
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Extra rinse
By selecting this option, the efficiency of the rinse is increased
and optimal residual detergent removal is guaranteed. It is
particularly useful for skin which is sensitive to detergents. We
recommend this option is used with a full load of washing, or
when a large amount of detergent is required.
! It cannot be used in conjunction with
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(*) Note: 10 minutes after the START, the machine will recalculate the time remaining until the end of the wash cycle on the basis of the load inside it; this
value will then be shown on the display.
Wash cycles and options
Table of wash cycles
Icon Description of the wash cycle
Max. temp.
(°C)
Max.
speed
(rpm)
Detergent and additives
Max.
load
(kg)
Cycle
duration
Deter-
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prewash
Deter-
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wash
Fabric
softener
Cottons wash cycles
Cottons with pre-wash
(Add detergent to the relevant compartment).
90° 1400    8
Cotton (1-2): heavily soiled whites and resistant colours.
60°
(Max. 90°C)
1400 -   8
Cotton (2): heavily soiled whites and delicate colours. 40° 1400 -   8
Coloured Cotton (3) 40° 1400 -   8
Shirts 40° 600 -   2
Jeans 40° 800 -   4
Special programmes
Baby: heavily soiled delicate colours
40° 800 -   4
Durable Synthetics 60° 800 -   3,5
Durable Synthetics (4) 40° 800 -   3,5
** Steam Refresh (see next page). - - - - - 1,5
"Bed & Bath"" for bedlinen and towels. 60° 1400 -   8
Duvets: for down-stuffed garments. 30° 1200 -   3,5
Silk: for garments in silk and viscose, lingerie. 30° 0 -   2
Wool: for wool, cashmere, etc. 40° 800 -   2
Mix 30': to refresh lightly soiled garments quickly (not suitable
for wool, silk and clothes which require washing by hand)
30° 800 -   3,5
Partials wash cycles
Rinse
- 1400 - -  8
Spin - 1400 - - - 8
Drain - 0 - - - 8
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The length of cycle shown on the display or in this booklet is an estimation only and is calculated assuming standard working conditions. The actual duration can vary according to factors such as
water temperature and pressure, the amount of detergent used, the amount and type of load inserted, load balancing and any wash options selected.
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For all Test Institutes:
1) Test wash cycle in compliance with regulation 2010/1061: set wash cycle with a temperature 60°C and 40°C.
2) Long wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C.
3) Short wash cycle for cottons: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C.
4) Long wash cycle for synthetics: set wash cycle with a temperature of 40°C.