How to use a Hotpoint-Ariston washing machine?

First wash in a washing machine without laundry: step-by-step instructions

So, the preparation for the operation of the new equipment has been completed and now you can safely proceed to its launch. To the question: is it possible to turn on the washing machine without laundry, we will answer: it’s not just possible, but even necessary.

Experts strongly recommend running the first wash program “idle”. Why? Before the equipment goes on sale, it is tested at the factory and stains from technical oils and dirt may remain in the drum. Therefore, if you do not want things to get even more dirty, the drum should be empty when first starting. Idle washing will clean the internal parts of the washing machine from dirt and foreign odors.

Let's move on to step-by-step instructions for starting the first wash cycle.

• Step 1: Close the loading hatch door. Remember, we don’t load laundry!
• Step 2. Pour detergent into the powder receptacle. For the first start, you can take any powder intended for use in an automatic machine, as well as one special for removing machine oil and industrial stains. (We will tell you in detail about special products in the section below.) Please note that the amount of powder should be half as much as in a regular wash with a loaded drum.

Do not use powder intended for hand washing. Its use may result in excessive foaming.

• Step 3. Connect the equipment to a 220 V power supply. Do not use adapters. Connect the equipment to the outlet directly. This applies to all household devices.
• Step 4. On the control panel, select a long program and press the “Start” button.

This completes your participation in the procedure. But now the moment comes when you need to be as careful as possible and you shouldn’t run far from the machine. To find out whether everything is done correctly and the SMA is working properly, you need to observe the operation of the device. Pay attention to the following points:

• the drum rotates according to the cycle (slows down when washing, speeds up when spinning);
• the water in the drum heated up 5–7 minutes after injection (if the water heating mode is selected);
• no water leaks;
• there are no extraneous sounds in the operation of the device;
• Water spinning and draining work properly.

If you notice any malfunctions, stop the program, unplug the device and manually drain the water through the drain valve. Contact the technical support center. A specialist will come to you who, according to the warranty card, must repair the car absolutely free of charge (this will be done subject to correct installation: some service centers refuse free service if the installation was carried out incorrectly or without the participation of a specialist).

Do not take any measures to resolve the problem yourself to avoid making the situation worse.

You cannot use the washing machine until the problem has been repaired.

If all the mechanisms are working properly, you can proceed to the stage of washing the laundry; there should be no unpleasant moments.

Instructions for Hotpoint-Ariston washing machines

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Well, you have finally become the proud owner of an Ariston washing machine. After properly installing the Ariston washing machine, you have successfully launched the standard modes of washing things, you may think that the operating instructions are not really needed and throw them away somewhere else. In fact, there may be many reasons to use the Hotpoint-Ariston washing machine manual, from the need to run a special wash for delicate or children's items to viewing error codes. For such cases, we have published instructions for Hotpoint-Ariston washing machines (Ariston); on our website you can read or download instructions for use specifically for the model of your washing machine.