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1. Damage resulting from transportation improper use neglect or interference or as a result of improper installation Replacement of any consumable item or accessory These include but are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THIS GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also offers you a free 5 year parts guarantee This additional guarantee is conditional on you registering your appliance with us and the parts being fitted by one of our authorised engineers There will be a charge for our engineer s time To activate the extra parts warranty on your appliance simply call our registration line on 0870 6092094 ROI 01 230 0800 Extended Guarantees We offer a selection of repair protection plans that enable you to fully cover yourself against the expense of repair bills for the life of your policy To find the ideal plan for you please call our advice line on 08448 226 226 ROI 01 230 0233 Free Helpdesk Service We have a dedicated team who can provide free advice and assistance with your appliance if you experience any technical difficulties within the first 90 days of ownership Simply call our Hotpoint Service Hotline on 08448 224 224 ROI 0818 313 413 for telephone assistance or where necessary to arrange2. Lp D Recycling amp Disposal Information As part of Hotpoint s continued commitment to helping the environment Hotpoint reserves the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage Please dispose of packaging and old appliances carefully To minimise the risk of injury to children remove the door plug and cut the mains cable off flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts Separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket and the door cannot be locked shut 20
3. Synthetics 4 Press the Start Button gt Il Damp dry amp Iron ryt Hanger dry 6 Cupboard dry amp S Alarm Delay Start ge 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on DE pee ra POC Dries your Towels and bedding 2 Choose Sensor Dry see next page S ensor ory pone automatic drying Bed amp Bath High heat 3 Select any Options if required Damp dry XX Iron dry Hanger dry Ser ee Ma BUN oM pil Cupboard diy 3 We suggest to use only Cupboard dry Alarm Delay Start 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on amp pice se eee 2 Choose Sensor Dry see next page Duvet 3 Select any Options if required Damp dry lt 3 Iron dy Hanger dry X Cotton 4 Press the Start Button gt Il Cupboard dry 28 We suggest to use only Cupboard dry Alarm Q Delay Start Dries your Duvet on a Low heat Sensor Dry option automatic drying A 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on By Pre care as Post care is Dries you Duvet bedding on Low 2 Choose Sensor Dry amp see next ae Duvet Heat 3 Select any Options if required aie ra eee a4 Synthetic 4 Press the Start Button Dll p ary y g y Cupboard dry 36 e We suggest to use only Cupboard dry 10 Program me What it does How to set it Notes Options available Wool Dries your Woollen clothes Choose Sensor Dry see next page select any Options if required Press the Start But
4. accordance with the following Green and Yellow Earth wire to terminal marked E symbol x or coloured GREEN amp green and yellow YELLOW 13A ASTA approved fuse to BS 1362 13 ampere fuse Brown live wire to teminal CROSS BAR marked L or coloured Blue Neutral wire to BLUE CORD GRIP red terminal marked N or coloured black l If the plug being replaced is a non rewirable type then the cut off plug must be disposed of safely DO NOT leave it where it can be inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard l The power cord should be checked periodically and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this dryer and fitted only by authorized technicians see Service New or longer power cords are supplied at an extra charge by authorized dealers l The manufacturer denies any responsibility should any of these rules not be followed Before you start using your dryer Once you ve installed your dryer and before you use it clean the inside of the drum to remove any dust that could have accumulated during transportation Dryer Description E Hotpoint The Features On Off Button amp Light To open door Pull on handle Plate Water D ia container Model amp Serial Filter Numbers Condenser unit Air ee cover open Condenser Control Panel Indicator Programme Knob The On Off button light if the dryer is r
5. are not compatible with all 5 sensor drying levels Dryness levels available We sas Damp Retains maximum moisture in the garments which is ideal for difficult to iron fabrics such as linen xy Iron Retains moisture in your clothes to help make ironing easier xy Hanger Dries you clothes ready to be hanged for final drying Use for items that can simply be hung up to finish drying S Cupboard Dries your items to put away S Ready to wear Dries clothes so that they are immediately ready to wear Timed Dry D A After selecting a Programme that has a Timed Dry Option press the Timed Button to insert a drying time The display will reduce the selected time each time you press and release this button see Start and Programmes Each press decreases the set time 180 160 120 90 60 30 20 and then repeats If the Timed Dry option is not available the display will flash and the buzzer beeps three times The selected time remains displayed after the programme starts and cannot be changed after the Start Pause Button gt is pressed You can either choose a sensor dry level or a drying time Delay Start After selecting a Programme that has a Delay Start Option a delay start time can be selected Each press of the Delay start button C advances the delay setting in 1 hour increments from 1h to 24h then OFF and then after five seconds cancels the delay For delays of 10 hours or more the display co
6. parts Important Information For your Condenser dryer to operate efficiently you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below Fluff Filter You MUST Clean the fluff filter after every drying cycle ne a a TTN Step 1 Open the door of your dryer Step 2 Pull out the filter using the two finger grips Step 3 Open the filter by releasing the Clip Step 4 Clean any fluff deposits from the inside surface of the filter mesh Step 5 Refit the filter Never run the dryer without a filter Failure to clean the filter after every drying cycle will affect the drying performance of your machine It will take longer to dry and as a result will use more electricity during drying Water Container You must empty the water container after every drying cycle Step 1 Pull the water container towards you and remove it fully from the dryer Step 2 Empty the Water from the Container Step 3 Refit the Water Container ensuring that it is pushed fully back into position Failure to empty the Water Container will result in The machine will stop heating so the load may be wet at the end of the cycle The Empty Water light will flash to tell you that the Container is full The water bottle clean filter light comes on when you select a programme to remind you to make sure that the water bottle i
7. persons including children with reduced physical sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and Knowledge unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for there safety This tumble dryer has been designed for home and not orofessional use e Do not touch the appliance while barefoot or with wet hands or feet Unplug the machine by pulling on the plug not the cord Children must not be in proximity of the dryer when in use After using the dryer turn it off and unplug it Keep the door closed to make sure that children do not use it as a toy Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the dryer e The appliance must be installed correctly and have oroper ventilation The air intake at the front of the dryer and rear vents behind the machine should never be obstructed see nstallation e Never use the dryer on carpeting where the pile height would prevent air from entering the dryer from the base Check to see if the dryer is empty before loading it A The back of the dryer could become very hot Never touch it while in use e Do not use the dryer unless the filter Water Container and Condenser are securely in place see Maintenance e Do not use liquid fabric softeners in the dryer add it to the final rinse of your wash e Do not overload the dryer see Laundry for maximum loads e Do not load items that
8. the correct disposal of their old appliance Save energy and respect the environment e Wring out all items to eliminate excess water before tumble drying if you use a washing machine first select a high spin cycle Doing this will save time and energy during drying e Always dry full loads you save energy single items or small loads take longer to dry e Clean the filter after each use to contain energy consumption costs see Maintenance 15 Maintenance and Care E Hotpoint ae Switching off the electricity Empty the Water Container after each cycle Pull the container out of the dryer and empty it into a sink T Unplug the dryer when not using it when cleaning it and or other suitable drain Replace container securely during maintenance activities Always check and empty the container before you start a new drying programme Clean the filter after each cycle The filter is an important part of your dryer it accumulates Cleaning the Condenser Unit lint and fluff that is formed while drying e Periodically every month remove Condenser unit and When finished drying clean the filter by rinsing it under clean any build up of fluff from between the plates by running water or with your vacuum cleaner Should the filter rinsing it under the tap with cold water This should be become clogged up the airflow inside the dryer will be done with cold water from the rear of the condenser seriously compromised drying t
9. 0 30 20 and then repeats Consult suggested drying times minutes The heat setting depends on e Delicates have a maximum time of 120 see Laundry the Programme material option selected 2 Select any Options if required 3 Press the Start Button gt y The last 10 minutes of these programmes is the cool tumble phase For the best performance do not open the door before the cycle has finished 11 E Hotpoint The Controls e Programme knob t Warning if after pressing the start button the programme knob position is changed the new position will NOT change the programme selected To change programme press Start Pause Button gt to pause the programme the light flashes Amber select new programme and any option the light will then flash green Press the Start Pause Button gt Il and the new programme will start e Option Buttons Lights These buttons are used to customise the selected programme to your requirements Not all options are available for all programmes see Start and Programmes If an option is not available and you press the button the buzzer will beep three times If the option is available there will be one beep and the option light next to the button lights to confirm the selection e ECO Light This light is illuminated when you select programme options that will use less energy than the default setting Examples are if you choose an Automatic or sensing programme or use
10. Instruction booklet TUMBLE DRYER English 1 AQUALTIS AQCF 852 BI AQCF 852 BU T This symbol reminds you to read this instruction manual T Keep this instruction booklet on hand in order to refer to it when necessary Take it with you when you move and should you sell this appliance or pass it on to another party make sure that this booklet is supplied along with the dryer so that the new owner may be informed about warnings and suggestions on how the dryer works l Read these instructions carefully the following pages contain important information on installation and suggestions on how the appliance works K Hotpoint Contents Important Information 2 3 Installation 4 Where to put your dryer Ventilation Electrical connection Before you start using your dryer Dryer Description 5 Open the door The Features Control Panel The Display 6 Start and Programmes 7 12 Choosing a Programme Special Programmes Table of Programmes The Controls Laundry 13 14 Sorting your laundry Wash care labels Special clothing items Drying times Warnings and Suggestions 15 General safety Disposal Save energy and respect the Environment Maintenance and Care 16 Switching off the electricity Clean the filter after each cycle Check the drum after each cycle Empty the Water Container after each cycle Cleaning the Condenser Cleaning the dryer Troubleshooting 17 Service 18 Spare
11. a bit damp Others can Blankets and bedspreads acrylic items Acilian Courtelle be left longer if you need them to be completely dry Orion Dralon must be dried with special care on a low heat setting Avoid drying for a long period of time e Heat setting Pleated or creased garments read manufacturer drying e Room temperature if the room where the dryer is instructions on the garment located is cold it will take longer for the dryer to dry your clothes Starched articles do not dry these items with nonstarched items Make sure that as much of the starch e Bulk some bulky items can be tumble dried with care solution is removed from the load as possible before We suggest that you remove these items several times placing it in the dryer Do not over dry the starch will shake them out and return them to the dryer until become powdery and leave your clothing limp which finished defeats the purpose of starch l Do not over dry your clothes All fabrics contain a little natural moisture which keeps Drying times them soft and fluffy Times are approximate and can vary depending upon The table below presents APPROXIMATE drying times in Hours Minutes as you see them on the display the times e Amount of water retained in clothes after spin cycle are also shown in Minutes only for reference towels and delicates retain a lot of water The times given are for Cupboard Dry Automatic programmes e Fabrics items that have the same type of f
12. a timed dry setting less than the default time This light does not indicate that the optimum setting for energy use has been selected it only shows you that your selected options will use less energy e Progress 20 lt Drying 4 Cool tumble END Lights The Progress lights show you the status of the programme At each stage of the programme the corresponding light turns on e Delay Start C The start of some programmes see Start and Programmes can be delayed for up to 24 hours see The Display Ensure the water bottle is emptied and the filter is cleaned before setting a delayed start Pre Care Z When a delayed start and this option have been selected the clothes are tumbled occasionally during the delayed period to help prevent creases developing e Post Care amp When selected the clothes are occasionally tumbled after end of the drying and cool tumble cycles to help prevent creases developing should you not be available to remove the load immediately after the programme is complete The END light is on during this phase Mini Load J Available with Cotton High Heat Cotton Low Heat Shirts High Heat Shirts Low Heat and Synthetic Programmes Used for loads between 1 and 2 kg This programme optimises Sensor Dry automatic programmes for smaller loads and improves the time to end estimation e Empty Water Clean Filter Light H20 If you have plumbed your dryer to a drain the light can be ignored for th
13. abric but Timed dry settings are also shown to help choosing a different textures and thicknesses may not have the suitable time option same drying times Weights refer to dry garments Quantity of laundry single items or small loads may take longer to dry Drying times Half Load Full Load Cotton 1 kg 2 kg 3 kg 4 kg 5 kg 6 kg 7 kg 7 5 kg 8 kg IT p 30 50 50 70 70 80 80 100 100 120 120 140 140 150 130 170 140 180 High Heat Timed 30o0r60 600r90 60o0r90 90 or 120 90 or 120 120 or 160 120 or 160 160 160 or 180 Drying times 800 1000 rom in washing machine i Half Load Full Load my ntnotice 1 kg 2 kg 3 kg A Automatic minutes 30 40 40 50 50 70 High Heat lacs Dry setting or 60 30 or 60 60 or 90 Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine Half Load Full Load Delicates Ik Dk Acrylics g g d Automatic minutes 40 80 80 140 Timed Dry setting 30 or 60 or 90 60 or 90 or 120 or 160 Low Heat Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine 14 Warnings and Suggestions T This appliance has been designed and built according to international safety standards These warnings are given for safety reasons and must be followed carefully General safety e The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat cooling cycle to ensure that the laundry is not damaged due to excessive temperatures This tumble dryer is not intended for use by
14. andby mode to save power This occurs if you have left the dryer on or have had a power cut It occurs after 30 minutes if you leave the dryer without starting a programme after your drying programme has finished Press the On Off button and the lights will come on again 17 Service E Hotpoint as Before calling the Service Centre Spare Parts e Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve This dryer is a complex machine Repairing it yourself or the problem yourself see Troubleshooting having a nonauthorised person try to repair it could cause e f not turn off the dryer and call the Service Centre harm to one or more persons and to the machine and closest to you could invalidate the spare parts warranty Call an authorised technician if you experience problems What to tell the Service Centre while using the machine The spare parts have been designed exclusively for this appliance and not for other e Name address and post code uses e telephone number e the type of problem e the date of purchase e the appliance model Mod e the dryer serial number S N This information can be found on the data label inside the door of the machine Comparative Programmes e Programmes recommended for comparative test to EN61121 Programme EN61121 Programme to select Load size Sensor Dry Option Dry cotton Cottons High Heat ei 8 kg S Cupboard Iron dry cotton Cottons High Heat p 8kg cas lron Easy care textile Synth
15. are dripping wet Tumble dry items only if they have been washed with detergent and water rinsed and been through the spin cycle It is a fire hazard to dry items that HAVE NOT been washed with water e Carefully check all instructions on clothing labels see Laundry e Do not dry garments that have been treated with chemical products e Never dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances Cooking oil acetone alcohol petrol kerosene spot removers turpentine waxes wax removers and hair sprays unless washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent e Do not tumble dry rubber rubber backed articles and clothes pillows fitted with foam rubber pads foam latex foam rubber plastic shower caps waterproof textiles nappy pants or liners polythene or paper e Remove all objects from pockets especially lighters risk of explosion Do not tumble dry large very bulky items Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high temperatures Complete each programme with its cool tumble phase Do not turn off the dryer when there are still warm items inside e Clean the filter after each use see Maintenance e Empty the Water Container after each use see Maintenance e Clean the Condenser unit at regular intervals see Maintenance e Do not allow lint to collect around the dryer e Never climb on top of the dryer It could result in damage e Always follow electrical standards and requirements s
16. drying programme see Maintenance e This is normal the empty water flashes when the container is full If the light is on but not flashing its just a reminder to empty the container see Start and Programmes l For safety the dryer has a maximum programme time of 4 hours If an automatic programme has not sensed the required final moisture in this time the dryer will complete the programme and stop Check the above points and run the programme again if the results are still to damp contact the service centre see Service e f the display shows F10 or F15 Turn off and remove plug Clean the Filter and Condenser see Maintenance Then replace plug turn on and start another program If the F10 or F15 is then displayed contact the service centre see Service If any other number is shown Note down the number and contact the service centre see Service e The dryer is in Demo mode Press and hold both the On Off and Start Pause buttons for 3 seconds The display will show dOn for 3 seconds and then the dryer will resume normal operation e The time to end is continuously monitored throughout the drying cycle and the time is adjusted to give the best estimated time The displayed time may increase during the cycle and this is normal e This is normal particularly if the dryer has not been used for a while If the noise persists throughout the whole drying cycle then contact the service centre e The dryer has gone into st
17. e water bottle as there is no need to empty the water container When is on not flashing it reminds you to empty the water container If the water container fills during a programme the heater turns off and the dryer does a period of Cool Tumble then the light flashes and the buzzer sounds You must empty the container and restart the dryer or the clothes will not dry After re starting the dryer the light will take a few seconds to go out To avoid this always empty the water container each time you use the dryer see Maintenance l Please note that you ALWAYS have to clean the filter even if you have plumbed your dryer to a drain e Door Opening Opening the door or pressing the Start Pause Button during a programme will stop the dryer and have the following effects e The Start Pause Light flashes Amber e During a delay phase the delay will continue to count down The start button must be pressed to resume the delay programme One of the delay lights will flash to show the current delay setting e The start button must be pressed to resume the programme The progress lights will change to show the current status and the Start Pause light will stop flashing and turn green e During the post creasecare phase of a drying program the Programme will finish Pressing the Start Pause button will restart a new program at the beginning e Changing the Programmes knob will select a new programme and the Start Pause Light will fla
18. ee Installation e Always buy original soare parts and accessories see Service T WARNING Never stop the dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated Recycling and Disposal information Bi As part of our continued commitment to helping the environment we reserve the right to use quality recycled components to keep down customer costs and minimise material wastage e Disposal of packaging materials follow local regulations so that packaging can be recycled e To minimise risk of injury to children remove the door and plug then cut off mains cable flush with the appliance Dispose of these parts separately to ensure that the appliance can no longer be plugged into a mains socket Disposal of old electrical appliances The European Directive 2002 96 EC on Waste ps Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stream Old appliances must be collected separately in order to optimise the recovery and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce the impact on human health and the environment The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning
19. er depending on the size of the load and the spin speed used in your washer e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to wear the edges or seams may be slightly damp If this is found try turning the jeans inside out and running the programme again for a short period e Use this cycle only for a 100 cotton load do not mix dark and light coloured items Do not use this cycle for garments with embroidery and accessories pins turn the pockets insideout T We do not recommend that you use this programme if your jeans have elastic waste bands or embroidery Special Programmes Shirts High Heat 4N e This is a programme for Shirts made from Cotton e t can be used for load sizes up to 3 kg approximately 10 shirts e This programme will take about 80 minutes but may take longer depending on the size of the load and the spin speed used in your washer e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to wear the edges or seams may be slightly damp If this is found try turning the shirts inside out and running the programme again for a short period Shirts Low Heat ATN e This is a programme for Shirts made from synthetic materials or a mixture of natural and synthetics materials such as Polyester and Cotton e t can be used for load sizes up to 3 kg approximately 14 shirts e This programme will take about 65 minutes but may take longer depending on the size of the load and the spin speed used in yo
20. et At the end of a drying cycle cottons could still be damp if you grouped cottons and synthetics together If this happens simply give them an additional short period of drying Note The last 10 minutes of any time set is the Cool Tumble so allow for this when setting the time as this period will not dry your laundry Wash care labels Look at the labels on your garments especially when tumble drying for the first time The following symbols are the most common May be tumble dried KJ Do not tumble dry Tumble dry at high heat setting K Tumble dry at low heat setting What not to tumble dry in your dryer e Articles that contain rubber or rubber like materials or plastic film pillows cushions or PVC rainwear any other flammable objects or objects that contain flammable substances towels soiled with hairspray e Glass fibres certain tyoes of draperies e Items that have been Dry Cleaned e Items with the ITLC code Special clothing items K These can be cleaned with special at home dry cleaning products Follow instructions carefully e Large bulky items pillows cushions and large bedspreads Sleeping bags and duvets can be dried using the Duvet programmes as described on page 8 These expand when drying and would prevent airflow through the dryer 13 amp Hotpoint Special clothing items e Dryness if you are going to iron some of your clothes they can be taken out while still
21. etics A 3 kg Cupboard Note This in not a full list of programme options see Start and Programmes This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Equipment 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility 18 Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer s guarantee which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase This gives you the reassurance that if within that time your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials we will at our discretion either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you This guarantee is subject to the following conditions The appliance has been installed and operated correctly and in accordance with our operating and maintenance instructions The appliance is used only on the electricity or gas supply printed on the rating plate The appliance has been used for normal domestic purposes only The appliance has not been altered serviced maintained dismantled or otherwise interfered with by any person not authorised by us Any repair work must be undertaken by us or our appointed agent Any parts removed during repair work or any appliance that is replaced become our property The appliance is used in the United Kingdom or Republic of Ireland The guarantee does not cover
22. for an engineer to call If we cannot resolve the technical problem we will replace your machine or if you prefer give you your money back 19 SLU 195072444 07 09 2009 Xerox Fabriano SS After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us the manufacturer Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in Europe offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast reliable local service UK 08448 224 224 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Please note Our advisors will require the following information Model number Serial number Parts and Accessories We supply a full range of genuine replacement parts as well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life UK 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership To activate your free 5 year parts Quarantee you must register your appliance with us UK 0870 6092094 Republic of Ireland 01 230 0800 www hotpointservice co uk Indesit Company UK Ltd Morley Way Peterborough PE2 9JB Indesit Company Unit 49 Airways Industrial Estate Dublin 17
23. ger depending on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used In your washer e Only for garments labelled suitable for tumble drying Duvet Synthetic oe e This is a programme for drying your Synthetic Duvets with synthetic filling e This programme will take about 115 minutes but may take longer depending on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used In your washer e Only for garments labelled suitable for tumble drying Baby E e This is a programme for drying your baby s small delicate items of clothing and bedding e Use it for items made from Cotton and Chenille do not dry items such as bibs and nappy pants with plastic coverings e t can be used for load sizes up to 2 kg e This programme will take about 120 minutes but may take longer depending on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used in your washer e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to use but on some heavier garments the edges may be slightly damp If this is found try turning them inside out and running the programme again for a short period Lingerie e This is a programme for drying your very delicate lingerie including silk e t can be used for load sizes Max 1 kg close bras hooks buttons or zip before drying e This programme will take about 90 minutes but may take longer depending on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used In your washer e Loads dried using this progra
24. he dryer immediately after the end of the drying cycle hang fold or iron the articles and put them away in the closet Should this not be possible repeat the cycle The Easy Iron effect varies from one fabric to the next It works very well on traditional fabrics like Cotton or Cotton mix and less well on acrylic fibres and on materials such as Tencel Wool Programme spin speed used in your washer This is a programme for tumble dryer safe garments marked with the symbol J It can be used for load sizes up to 1 kg approximately 3 sweaters We recommend that garments are turned inside out before drying This programme will take about 60 minutes but may take longer depending on the size and density of the load and the e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to wear but on some heavier garments the edges may be slightly damp Allow these to dry naturally as over drying could damage garments t Unlike other materials the mechanism of wool shrinkage is irreversible i e it will not stretch back to original size and shape This program is not suitable for Acrylic garments Jeans e This is a programme for Jeans made from Denim Cotton Before drying your Jeans turn the front pockets inside out e t can be used for load sizes up to 3 kg approximately 4 pairs e t can also be used on other garments made from same material such as jackets e This programme will take about 85 minutes but may take long
25. imes lengthen and you will To remove condenser consume more energy It may also damage your dryer 1 Unplug the dryer and open the door The filter is found in front of the dryer trim see diagram 2 Pull open the condenser cover see diagram release Removing the filter the three catches by turning 90 counter clockwise 1 Pull the plastic grip of the then pull on the grip and remove from dryer filter uowards see diagram 3 Clean the surface of the seals and replace with the 2 Open the filter by arrows pointing upwards making sure that the catches depressing the clip have been secured 3 Clean the lint from the inside of the filter and Cleaning the dryer replace it correctly Ensure e External parts in metal or plastic and rubber parts can the filter is fully located flush be cleaned with a damp cloth into the tumble dryer trim e Periodically every 6 months vacuum the front Air intake grille and Vents at the rear of the dryer to remove any build up of fluff lint or dust Also to remove accumulation of fluff from the front of Do not use dryer without replacing the filter condenser and filter areas clean occasionally with a vacuum cleaner Check the drum after each cycle Do not use solvents or abrasives Turn the drum manually in order to remove small EMS Your dryer uses special bearing components which do handkerchiefs that could have been left behind Fer Oca DCA Cn Cleaning the drum Have your dryer checked reg
26. is not plugged into the socket or not making contact e There has been a power failure e The fuse has blown Try to plug another appliance into the socket e You are using an extension cord Try to plug the dryer s power cord directly into the socket e The door is not closed securely e The programme has not been set properly see Start and Programmes e The START button has not been pressed see Start and Programmes e You have set a delay time see Start and Programmes e You have pressed the start button there will be a short delay before the dryer starts Wait for drying to begin do not press the start button again or the dryer will pause and not begin drying e The filter has not been cleaned see Maintenance e The water container needs emptying The empty water light is flashing and H20 message is displayed see Maintenance e The condenser needs cleaning see Maintenance e The temperature setting is not ideal for the type of fabric you are drying see Start and Programmes and Laundry e The correct drying time has not been selected for this load see Laundry e The air intake grille or rear vents are obstructed see Installation and see Maintenance e The items are too wet see Laundry e The dryer is overloaded see Laundry e The water container was probably not emptied at the start of the programme Do not wait for the empty water signal always check and empty the container before starting a new
27. leted the final COOL TUMBLE phase ie is entered fabrics are cooled this ohase should always be allowed to complete 12 The buzzer if option selected will warn you when the programme is complete and the display shows END Open the door take your laundry out clean the filter and replace it Empty the water container and replace it see Maintenance If the Post care AX option has been selected and you do not take the clothes out immediately the clothes will tumble occasionally for 10 hours or until you open the door 13 Switch dryer off using the On Off button Standby mode This tumble dryer in compliance with new energy saving regulations is fitted with an automatic standby system which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is detected Press the On Off button briefly and wait for the machine to start up again Special Programmes Easy Iron Programme amp s Easy Iron is a short 10 minute programme 8 minutes of heat followed by a 2 minutes cool tumble period which fluffs the fibres of clothing that has been left in the same position location for an extended period of time The cycle relaxes the fibres and makes them easier to iron and fold Easy Iron is not a drying programme and should not be used for wet articles of clothing For best results 1 Do not load more than maximum capacity These numbers refer to dry weight Fabric Max Cotton and Cotton mix 2 0 kg Synthetics 2 Denim 2 2 Unload t
28. mme are usually ready to wear but on some heavier garments the edges may be slightly damp If this is found try turning them inside out and running the programme again for a short period Delicates e This is a programme for drying your Delicate Clothes i e Acrylics e t can be used for load sizes up to 2 0 kg e This programme will take about 120 minutes but may take longer depending on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used in your washer e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to use but on some garments may be slightly damp If this is found try removing the load and open them out or turn inside out then run the programme again for a short period Bed amp Bath DE e This is a programme for Cotton Towels and sheets e t can be used for load sizes up to 8 kg e This programme will take about 150 minutes but may take longer depending on the size of the load and the spin speed used in your washer e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to use the edges or seams may be slightly damp especially on large items If this is found try opening them out and running the programme again for a short period Refresh L Airing is not a drying programme and should not be used for wet articles of clothing e f can be used on any load size up to 8 kg but is more effective on smaller loads 20 minute programme that airs your clothes with cool air Use also to cool warm clothes E Hotp
29. o ensure proper air circulation Ventilation e When the dryer is in use there has to be adequate ventilation Make sure you put your dryer in an environment that is not damp and has proper air circulation throughout Airflow around the dryer is essential to condense the water produced during the washing the dryer will not operate efficiently in an enclosed space or cupboard l if using the dryer in a small or cold room some condensation will be experienced T We do not recommend that the dryer is installed in a cupboard but the dryer must never be installed behind a lockable door a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the dryer door Water Drain If the machine is positioned close to a drain it is possible to drain the condensed water directly without using the waterbottle In which case it is no longer necessary to empty the water bottle at the end of each cycle lf the Dryer is positioned above or close to a Washing Machine the same drainage can be used Just unlink the tube indicated in figure A and connect it to the drainage If the drainage is further away than the length of the tube it is possible to buy and connect a tube of the same diameter and the necessary length in order to reach the drainage To install the new tube just substitute the existing one as indicated in figure B inserting it in the same place l The drain tube has to be below 1 m from
30. oint Programmes Table F If the On Off light is not lit Press the On Off Button and then select programme Program me What it does How to set it Notes Options available This is not a drying programme see previous page Options available HEN Brief programme approximately 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 10 minutes that softens fibres of 2 Select Alarm Option if required Easy Iron clothing that is ready for ironing 3 Press the Start Button Dil Alarm Q 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2 12 20 oe eae Progra anne Ar 2 Select Alarm Option if required B Alarm Refresh CUES 3 Press the Start Button ll Cottons Alarm Delay Start 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on E Pre care Post care aw EP Dries your Cotton clothes on a Sensor Dry or Timed Dry gt a see Mini Load gg Cotton agi ngal 3 Select any Options if required Sensor Diy Spon automatic drying High Heat 4 Press the Start Button gt Damp dry X Iron dry Hanger dy Cupboard P 38 Ready to Wear 3 amp Alarm Delay Start Fi Dries your Cotton clothes on 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on fal Pre care Post care amp amp 2 Choose Sensor Dry or Timed Dry gt amp see Mini Load ee Low heat next page 1A 3 Select any Options if required Sensor Dry option automatic drying Low Heat N B Max load 6 kg 4 Press the Start Button gt Damp Ed Iron dry sae Hange
31. pause light will also flash Orange see Troubleshooting Start and Programmes Choosing a Programme 1 Plug the dryer into the electrical socket 2 Sort your laundry according to fabric type see Laundry 3 Open the door and make sure the filter is clean and in place and the water container is empty and in place see Maintenance 4 Load the machine and make sure that the items are not in the way of the door seal Close the door 5 If the ON Off light is not lit press the On Off Button 6 Select the Programmes selection that corresponds with fabric being dried by checking the Programmes table see Programmes as well as the indications for each type of fabric see Laundry l 7 7 Where available choose Sensor Dry amp or Timed Dry lt option pressing and releasing the corresponding button until the desired level or time is read T See programmes table for more details 8 Set a delay time and other options as necessary see The Display 9 If you wish the buzzer to sound at the end of the programme press the ALARM button 7 10 Press the START button gt to begin The display will show the estimated time to end E Hotpoint During the drying programme you can check on your laundry and take out the items that are dry while the others continue drying When you close the door again press START in order to resume drying 11 During the last few minutes of Drying Programmes before the programme is comp
32. r dry Cupboard dry Shirts Alarm Delay Stat 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 4 Pre care Post care amp ASN 2 Choose Sensor Dry or Timed Dry se see Mini Load Dries your shirts on a high heat next page Shirts 3 Select any Options if required Sensor nry option automatic drying High Heat 4 Press the Start Button jl Damp dry 2 ron dry ag Hanger dry 6 Cupboard dry 3 Alarm Delay Start oe AEN 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 4 Pre care lt Post care 4 amp 2 Choose Sensor Dry or Timed Dry gt 0 lt see Mini Load Shirts Dries your shirt on low heat next page oe 3 Select any Options if required Sensor ony option automatic drying 4 Press the Start Button pq Damp dry X an dry f Hanger dry 6 Cupboard dry 2 Alarm Delay Start E 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on amp pie Celera e Ooh Care Dries denim clothes on a high 2 Choose Sensor Dry see next page Sencar Dry option automatic drying Jeane heat 3 Select any Options if required Damp dry 3 Iron dry X bad Hanger dry 3 wh 4 Press the Start Button gt Il Cupboard dry 38 Ready to Wear 3 S We suggest to use only Ready to Wear Alarm Delay Start 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on A Pre care s Post care am A Dries your synthetics clothes on Bee Sensor Dry or Timed Dry Boke see Mini Load Gal 3 Select any Options if required Sensor Dry option automatic drying
33. ryer must be running for this to happen see The Controls Note if the water bottle is full the display shows H20 and the indicator flashes the heat is turned off and your clothes will not dry The Empty Water Clean Filter Light GX gives a reminder before every programme that its essential to clean the filter and empty the water container every time the dryer is used see Maintenance and Care The Clean Condenser Light 0 gives a reminder that its essential to clean the condenser at regular intervals see Maintenance and Care The Child Lock button light Press and hold this button after selecting your programme and any options This prevents the programme settings from being changed When the light is lit the other buttons and programme knob are disabled Hold the button to cancel and the light will go out ECO Light this light is illuminated as you select options that use less energy see the controls Child Lock Light Button amp Light AQNALTIS i i Clean Empty Water Programme SPUS AU ONS ANA S Condenser Clean Filter Progress Light Light Light The Display es The Display has three sections each with its corresponding button Sensor Dry After selecting a programme that has a Sensor Dry Option press and release the button until the required dryness sensing level is displayed If the sensing option is not available the display will flash and the buzzer beeps three times Some drying programmes
34. s omy and that the filter is 9 clean before starting a new cycle Priming the Water Collection System When your dryer is new the Water Container will not collect Water until the system is primed this will take 1 or 2 drying cycles Once primed it will collect Water during every cycle Condenser unit You must clean the fluff from the condenser every month O Step 1 Open the Condenser Cover hold the handle and pull towards you Step 2 Remove the condenser by rotating the 3 clips then pulling the condenser towards you There may be some water in the tubes this is normal Step 3 Flush the condenser from the rear with water to remove any fluff deposits Step 4 Refit the condenser unit ensure that the unit is pushed in fully all 3 clips are resecured and the positioning arrows on the front of the condenser are pointing upwards Failure to clean the condenser could cause premature failure of your dryer E Hotpoint Installation Where to put your dryer e Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges stoves heaters or cooktops because flames can damage the appliance If you are going to install the appliance under a work counter be sure to leave a 10 mm space between the top and any other objects on or above the machine anda 15mm space between the sides and lateral furnishings or walls This is t
35. sh green You can use this to select the Cool Tumble programme amp to cool the clothes if you find them dry enough Pressing the start pause button to begin new Programme e Note If you have a power cut switch off the power or remove the plug press the start button and the programme will resume 12 Laundry Sorting your laundry e Check symbols on clothing labels to make sure that the articles can be tumble dried e Sort laundry by fabric type e Empty pockets and check buttons e Close zippers and hooks and tie loose belts and strings e Wring out each item in order to eliminate as much excess water as possible Do not load dripping wet clothes into the dryer Maximum load Do not load more than maximum capacity These numbers refer to dry weight Natural fibres 8 kg max 18 Ib synthetic fibres 3 kg max 6 6 Ib T Do not overload the dryer as this could result in reduced drying performance Typical weights Note 1kg 1000g 1 Ib 16 oz Clothes Cotton 15099 02 Blouse Other 100g 3 02 D Cotton 500g 1lb 2 oz i Other 350g 12 oz Shirt Cotton 300g 10 oz Other 200g 7 oz T Shirt 125 g 4 oz Household items Duvet cover Cotton 150009 10 5 02 Double Other 1000g 2 Ib 3 oz 700 g 1 Ib 6 oz Large Tablecloth Small Tablecloth Tea Towel 350 g 12 oz 500 g 1 Ib 2 02 350 g 12 oz Hand Towel Double Sheet Bath Towel To 700 g 1 Ib 6 oz Single She
36. the bottom of the Dryer l Once the Dryer has been installed please assure that the drain tube is not bent or contorted Fig A Fig B Electrical connection Make sure of the following before you insert the plug into the electrical socket e Ensure your Hands are dry e The socket must be grounded e The socket must be able to sustain the machine s maximum power which is indicated on the rating label see Dryer Description e Power voltage must be within the values indicated on the rating label see Dryer Description e The socket must be compatible with the dryer s plug Should this not be the case replace the plug or the socket l Do not use extension cords l The dryer must not be installed outdoors even if the space is sheltered It can be very dangerous if exposed to rain or storms l Once installed the dryer s electrical wire and plug must be within reach l The power cord must not be bent or squashed l The power cord is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse If it is necessary to fit a replacement fuse it must be a 13 Amp ASTA approved to BS1362 type WARNING The plug must not be used without a fuse cover If a replacement fuse holder cover is required it must be of the same colour coding or wording as shown on the base of the plug Replacements are available from authorised dealers Moulded plug Changing the plug The wires in the power cord are coloured in
37. ton gt Il RONM Position the PROGRAMME knob on Alarm an Sensor Dry Dption automatic drying Damp dry cf Iron dry 6 Hanger dry 66 Cupboard dry We suggest to use only Cupboard dry gt Silk Dries your silk items on a low heat Choose Sensor Dry see next page Select any Options if required Press the Start Button gt I RON Position the PROGRAMME knob on lt gt Alarm 7A Sensor Dry option automatic drying Damp dry lt lt Iron dry a Hanger dry et Cupboard dry 38 We suggest to use only Cupboard dry k Dries your baby clothes on a low heat Choose Sensor Dry see next page Select any Options if required RON Position the PROGRAMME knob on f Alarm Delay Start Pre care Post care a amp Sensor Dry option automatic drying Press the Start Button gt Il Baby Damp dry X Iron dry 65 Hanger dry eA r Press S AAT PUNONI Cupboard a We Suggest to use only Cupboard dry Alarm Delay Start e 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on nC cae te Dries your lingerie on a low heat A a e O a i Cxi page Sensor Dry option automatic drying Lingerie 4 ee q Damp dry lt Iron dry Hanger dry 7 Cupboard dry 38 We suggest to use only Cupboard dry Delicates eg Acrylics Dries your delicate items on a low heat 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2 2 Choose Sensor Dr
38. ularly by authorized Do not use abrasives steel wool or stainless steel technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety cleaning agents to clean the drum see Service A coloured film may start to appear on the stainless steel drum this may be caused by a combination of water and or cleaning agents such as fabric conditioner from the wash This coloured film will not affect the dryer performance Filter Water Contaniner Condenser Unit Front Catches Condenser Cover Handle 16 Troubleshooting One day your dryer seems not to be working Before you call your Service Centre see Service go through the following troubleshooting suggestions Problem The dryer won t start Drying cycle will not begin It is taking a long time to dry The Empty water light is flashing but the dryer has only been running for a short period Empty water light is on and the water container is not full Programme finishes and clothes damper than expected The Display shows a fault code F followed by one or two numbers the option lights and pause light are flashing The display briefly shows dOn every 6 seconds Time to End display changes during drying The dryer makes a thumping noise during the first few minutes of operation The lights on the dryer control panel are off although the dryer is switched on Possible causes Solutions e The plug
39. unning and this button is pressed the dryer is turned off The light signals that your dryer is in use or ready to select a programme The Programmes knob sets the programme rotate until the indicator is pointing to the programme you want to select see Start and Programmes The Option buttons lights select available options for your selected programme The lights indicate that the option has been selected see Start and Programmes The Display Panel has three sections Sensor Dry Drying level Timed dry Drying time and Time to End Delay start each with a corresponding selection button see The Display START PAUSE button with indicator light Dll when the green indicator light flashes slowly press the button to start the programme When the cycle has started the indicator light is illuminated in a fixed manner To pause the programme press the button again the indicator light will turn orange and begin to flash again To restart the programme from the point at which it was interrupted press the button again see Start and Programmes The Programme Progress Lights indicate each state of the programme by turning on as appropriate see Start and Programmes ECO Light Start Pause Button amp Display Panel cover handle Pull to open The Empty Water indicator H20 signals that the water container should be emptied The light will take a few seconds to go out after replacing the empty water container the d
40. unts down the time in hours until 10 hours then the display shows 9 59 and then counts down in minutes For delays of 9 hours or less the display shows hours and minutes and then counts down in minutes for all of the delay After the Start Pause Button is pressed the time cannot be changed When the delay period finished the symbol is off and the Time to End is displayed If you have chosen a timed drying the display during programming will show the drying time only in the timed drying display in the middle After having pressed start the machine will turn the time display on and visualize the countdown of the programme time Time to End If the delay icon is off the time displayed is the Time to End of the programme running When timed programmes are selected the time displayed throughout the cycle is the actual time remaining When an Automatic programme is selected the time displayed is an estimate of the time remaining When the programme is selected the display shows the time required to dry a full load after around 10 minutes the controller calculates a better estimate of the cycle time The time to end is displayed in hours and minutes and counts down each minute The colon between the hours and minutes display flashes to show that the time is counting down The Display also shows if there is a problem with your dryer if this occurs the display will show F followed by a fault code number the four option lights and the
41. ur washer e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to wear the edges or seams may be slightly damp If this is found try turning the shirts inside out and running the programme again for a short period Silk gt e This is a programme for drying your Delicate Silk e t can be used for load sizes up to 0 5 kg e This programme will take about 110 minutes but may take longer depending on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used in your washer e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to use but on some heavier garments the edges may be slightly damp If this is found try removing the load and open them out then run the programme again for a short period e Only for garments labelled suitable for tumble drying Duvet programmes Take care with these programme do not dry any items that are damaged which could result in the filling blocking the filter and air path resulting in a fire hazard e Must only be used on Single size duvets not suitable for double or king size items e Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to use but may be slightly damp in places If this is found try removing the load and open them out and shake then run the programme again for a short period e Also suitable for down filled jackets Duvet Cotton e This is a programme for drying your Cotton Duvets With Cotton outer cover and down filling e This programme will take about 120 minutes but may take lon
42. y or Timed Dry gt amp see next page 3 Select any Options if required 4 Press the Start Button il Alarm Delay Stat Pre care Post care amp amp Sensor Dry option automatic drying Damp dry Iron dy Hanger dry Ss Cupboard dry We suggest to use only Cupboard dry Sensor Drying and Timed Drying 20 First select a programme see programmes table ee Shan What it does How to set it Notes Options available Options available Sensor Always use Sensor Dry if 1 Press and release the sensor Dry button until the Alarm Delay Start Drying possible for drying your clothes display shows the desired Selection Each press Pre care lt Post care It will guarantee you best drying advances 3 26 6 6 X and then repeats Mini Load results Some sensing programmes do Tot have all five Consult suggested drying times The heat setting depends on dryness level options see Laundry the programme material option 2 Select any Options if required The last 10 minutes of these selected 3 Press the Start Button py programmes is the cool tumble phase Timed Drying Options available 180 160 Always use timed drying option 1 Press and release the Timed Button until the Alarm Delay Stat 120 90 60 if you want to decide the drying display shows the required selection Each decreases Pre care lt amp Post care A 30 or 20 time time 180 160 120 90 6
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