Hotpoint TCL770 Clothes Dryer User Manual
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1. Bunooys jqnoIL OdIAIOS Important Information Fluff Filter You MUST clean the fluff filter after EVERY drying cycle STEP 1 Open the door of your dryer STEP 2 Pull out the filter using the two finger grips STEP 3 Clean any fluff deposits from the filter mesh GB For your Condenser dryer to operate efficiently you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below STEP 4 Refit the filter NEVER run the dryer without the filter in position 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 drying cycle You MUST empty the water container after EVERY STEP 1 Pull the water container towards you and remove it fully from the dryer STEP 2 Empty all the water collected in the water container a STEP 3 Refit the water container ensuring that it is pushed fully back into position The Empty Water light stays on To remind you to empty the water container at the start and at the end of each programme Failure to empty the water container will result in The machine will stop heating so the load may still be wet at the end of the drying cycle The Empty Water light will flash to tell you that the water co2. damage the appliance Minimum gap 10mm e If you are going to install the appliance under a work l counter be sure to leave a 10mm space between the top and any other objects on or above the machine and a 15mm space between the sides and lateral furnishings or walls This is to ensure proper air circulation Make sure that the back vents are not obstructed Minimum gaps Ventilation 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 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 If using the dryer in a small or cold room some condensation could be experienced Door Reversal Instructions Hinge Door catch Door latch The door of your dryer is reversible and can easily be changed Exchange diagonally hinge brackets and blanking screws Exchange door latch and catch with their opposite blanking plates see diagram above Water drain If your dryer is installed next to a drain the water can be plumbed into this drain This does away with th
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4. on the water container is not full but not flashing it is just a reminder to empty the container see Start and Programmes The OPTION lights and the e Ifthe Option lights and the START PAUSE light flash together with the START PAUSE light Flash Clean Condenser and Cool Tumble lights Or the START PAUSE light amber flashes together with the Clean Filter Clean Condenser Cool Tumble and END lights on then Turn off and remove the plug Clean the filter and the condenser see Maintenance Then replace the plug turn on and start another programme If the same combination of lights still flash contact the Service Centre see Service e If the Option lights and the START PAUSE light flash with any other combination of lights on Note down the lights that are on and contact the Service Centre see Service Programme finishes and For safety the dryer has a maximum programme time of 3 hours If an clothes are damper than automatic programme has not sensed the required final moisture in this time expected the dryer will complete the programme and stop Check the above points and run the programme again if the results are still damp contact the Service Centre see Service 13 uonejjesul uo ewoyu jueyoduy uondiusseg sowuelbOold pue els Aapune7 suolse66ns pue shulusej a1e9 pue eoueuslUleyy fe c fex O gt fe fe ct 5 amp OIIAIOS Service Before calling the Service
5. Centre e Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve the problem yourself see Troubleshooting e f not turn off the dryer and call the Service Centre closest to you What to tell the Service Centre e name address and post code e telephone number e the type of problem e the date of purchase e the appliance model Mod e the serial number S N This information can be found on the data label inside the door of the machine Spare Parts This dryer is a complex machine Repairing it yourself or having a non authorised person try to repair it could cause harm to one or more persons could damage the machine and could invalidate the spare parts warranty Call an authorised technician if you experience problems while using the machine The spare parts have been designed exclusively for this appliance and not for other uses Comparative Programmes e Programmes recommended for comparative test to EN61121 Programme Programme to select Load size EN61121 Dry Cotton Cottons Cupboard Dry we 7 kg Iron Dry Cotton Timed Dry High Heat 100 Minutes 7 kg Easy care textile Synthetics Cupboard Dry 8 W 3kg Note This is not a full list of programme options see Start and Programmes C This appliance conforms to the following EC Directives 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Equipment 89 336 EEC 92 31 EEC and 93 68 EEC Electromagnetic Compatibility
6. Cotton or Cotton mix and less well on acrylic fibres and on materials such as Tencel Start and Programmes E Hotpoint Programmes If none of the lights are lit Press the ON OFF button and then select programme _ 33 Programme What it does How to set it Note 3 S 0 1 amp Dries your clothes on High Heat 1 Position the PROGRAMMES knob Options available Q gt setting ready for wearing on E Delay Timer Cottons 2 Select any options if required Pre C Extra dr rears y 3 Press the Start Pause button gt Il Post Care S 2 7 Dries your clothes on High Heat 1 Position the PROGRAMMES knob Options available a setting ready for putting away on W Delay Timer i Cottons 2 Select any options if required Pre C Cupboard dry 3 P the Start P butt bees Press the Start Pause button gt Il Post Care 3 J Dries your clothes on Low Heat 1 Position the PROGRAMMES knob Options available 9 setting ready for putting away on W Delay Timer Q Synthetics 2 Select any options if required Pre Care Es Cupboard dry 3 P Press the Start Pause button gt II Post Care 5 4 a Brief programme approximately 1 Position the PROGRAMMES knob I This is not a drying 10 minutes that softens fibres of on 4 programme see previous 3o Easy Iron clothing that is ready for ironing 2 Press the Start Pause button gt II page Q S O Options available D None D 5 Brief program
7. Instruction booklet TUMBLE DRYER GB Contents English Important information 2 3 Installation 4 Where to put your dryer Ventilation Door reversal instructions Water drain Electrical connection Before you start using your dryer Dryer description 5 To open the door The features Control panel Start and programmes 6 8 TCL770 Choosing a programme Laundry 9 10 Sorting your laundry Wash care labels Special clothing items Drying times Warnings and Suggestions 11 General safety Disposal Saving energy and respecting the environment Maintenance and Care 12 Switching off the electricity Cleaning the filter after each cycle Check the drum after each cycle Empty the water container after each cycle Cleaning the condenser unit Cleaning the dryer Troubleshooting 13 Service 14 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 appliance works Read these instructions carefully the following pages contain important information on installation and suggestions on how the appliance works K Hotpoint uonejjesul uo ewoyu jueyoduy uoldiusseqg sowuelbOold pue els Aapune7 suolse66ns pue shulusej 1e9 pue eoueudluleyy
8. Phase e 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 see Installation e Always buy original spare parts and accessories see Service 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 ro 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 Disposing of the packaging material follow local regulations so the 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 Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE requires that old household electrical appliances must not be disposed of in the normal unsorted municipal waste stre
9. When a delayed start and this option have been selected the clothes are tumbled occasionally during the delayed period to help prevent creases developing High Heat Available for Timed Drying Programmes Press this button and a high heat setting is selected and the light next to the button comes on Timed programmes have a default of low heat if the light alongside the button is on then pressing the button selects a low heat setting and the light goes out Post Care When selected the clothes are occasionally tumbled after the end of the drying and cool tumble cycles to help prevent creases developing should you not be available to remove the load immediately the programme is complete The End light is on during this phase Empty Water Light Container If you have plumbed your dryer to a drain this light can be ignored as there is no need to empty the water container When this light 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 water 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 e Door Opening Opening the door or pressing the Start Pause button
10. When the door is opened the START PAUSE light will flash Amber after the door is closed and the START PAUSE button pressed the START PAUSE light will stop flashing and show green When the programme is complete The buzzer will sound Open the door take the laundry out clean the filter and replace it Empty the water container and replace it see Maintenance f the Post Creasecare option has been selected and you do not remove the laundry immediately the dryer will tumble occasionally for 10 hours or until you open the door 10 Unplug the dryer Easy Iron Programme Easy Iron is a short 10 minute programme 8 minutes of heat followed by a 2 minute cool tumble period which fluffs the fibres of clothing that have 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 il Do not load more than the maximum capacity These numbers refer to the dry weight Fabric Maximum load Cotton and Cotton mixtures 2 5kg Synthetics 2kg Denim 2kg Unload the dryer immediately after the end of the programme hang fold or iron the articles and put them away in the closet Should this not be possible repeat the programme The Easy Iron effect varies from one fabric to the next It works well on traditional fabrics like
11. am 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 pie the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it mm must be separately collected Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance Saving energy and respecting the environment e Wring out 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 11 uonejjesul uo ewoyu jueyoduy uondiusseg sowwelbold pue els n Be 2 os ag fo 55 oia 1e9 pue eoueudlUleyy Bunooysajqnoly OdIAIOS Maintenance and Care Switching off the electricity Unplug your dryer when not using it when cleaning it and during all maintenance operations Clean the filter after each cycle The filter is an important part of your dryer it accumulates lint and fluff that is formed while drying When finished drying clean the filter by rinsing it under running water or with y
12. at setting KA e Tumble dry at low heat setting Z Items not suitable for tumble drying e Articles that containing rubber or rubber like materials or plastic film pillows cushions or PVC rainwear any other flammable articles or objects that contain flammable substances towels soiled with hair spray e Glass fibres certain types of draperies e Items which have been dry cleaned Items with the ITCL Code X see Special clothing items These can be cleaned with special at home dry cleaning products Follow instructions carefully e Large bulky items quilts sleeping bags pillows cushions large bedspreads etc These expand when drying and would prevent airflow through the dryer uonejjesul uo ewoyu jueyoduy uondiusseg a fe S 3 3 o o pue ues suolse66ns pue sHulusejy 1e9 pue eoueudjuleyy Bunooysajqnoly ODIAIOS Laundry Special clothing items Blankets and Bedspreads acrylic items Acilan Courtelle Orion Dralon must be dried with special care on LOW heat setting Avoid drying for a long period of time Pleated or creased garments read the manufacturer s drying instructions on the garment Starched articles do not dry these with non starched items Make sure that as much of the starch solution is removed from the load as possible before placing it in the dryer Do not over dry the starch will become powdery and leave your clothing limp which d
13. by authorised technicians see Service New or longer power cords are supplied at an extra charge by authorised dealers The manufacturer denies any responsibility should any of these rules not be followed If in doubt about any of the above consult a qualified electrician Before you start using your dryer Once you have installed your dryer and before you use it clean the inside of the drum to remove any dust that could have accumulated during transport Dryer Description E Hotpoint To open the door The features Press and release the front panel in position shown Water container Rating plate uo ewoyu jueyoduy Model amp Serial numbers gt 7 5 D Condenser unit Air intake S Cover open Condenser cover grille Condenser cover handle Filter o Pull to open 4 O 3 S Control panel Clean Condenser PROGRAMMES Progress or Delay Light v Knob Lights Clean Filter ge Indicator Light 3 2 1 3m ie 30 55 E 4 50 Gean Fier o 3 4Kg 55 80 2Kg 50 70 ean Condense 5 6 80 120 3 70 90 m 120 160 ii Msa ee Jh D Jol Jol Jol uel 7s S Care Post Care High Heat Delay Timer elms TCL770 a AQUARIUS lt ee ON OFF OPTION START PAUSE aia Water Ng uae Button Buttons amp Lights Button amp Light g n Q 9 The ON OFF button If the dryer is running and The Progress or Delay lights sho
14. e need to empty the water container If the dryer is stacked onto or installed next to a washing machine it can share the same drain The height of the drain must be less than 3 1m from the bottom of the dryer Remove the existing clip and hose from position shown see diagram from here Fit a suitable length of hose to the new location shown see diagram and refit clip Make sure that the hose is not squashed or kinked when the dryer is in its final location N I d fit new hose and refit clip here Electrical connections Make sure of the following before you insert the plug into the the electrical socket e The socket must be grounded e The socket must be able to sustain the machines 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 dryers plug Should this not be the case replace the plug or the socket The dryer must not be installed outdoors even if the space is sheltered It can be very dangerous if it is exposed to rain or storms Once installed the dryers electrical wire and plug must be within easy reach Do not use extension cords The power cord must not be bent or squashed The power cord supplied should be checked periodically and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this dryer and fitted only
15. efeats the purpose of starch Drying times The table below presents APPROXIMATE drying times in minutes Weights refer to dry garments Cottons LI High full Heat Drying times 800 1000rpm in washing machine Half Load Full Load 1kg 2kg 3kg 4kg 5kg 6kg 7kg 30 40 40 5555 70 70 80 80 90 95 1201 20 140 Synthetics B Low gentle Heat x Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine Half Load Full Load 1kg 2kg 3kg 40 50 50 70 70 90 Acrylics R Low gentle Heat 3 Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine Half Load Full Load 1kg 2kg 40 60 55 75 10 Times are approximate and can vary depending upon e Amount of water retained in clothes after spin cycle towels and delicates retain a lot of water e Fabrics items that are the same type of fabric but different textures and thicknesses may not have the same drying time e Quantity of laundry single items or small loads may take longer to dry e Dryness If you are going to iron some of your clothes they can be taken out while still a bit damp Others can be left longer if you need them to be completely dry e Heat setting e Room temperature if the room where the dryer is located is cold it will take longer for the dryer to dry your clothes e Bulk some bulky items can be tumble dried with care We suggest that you remove these items several times shake th
16. em out and return them to the dryer until finished Do not over dry your clothes All fabrics contain a little natural moisture which keeps them soft and fluffy Warnings and Suggestions The 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 This tumble dryer is not intended for use by 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 their safety This tumble dryer has been designed for home and not professional use 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 The appliance must be installed correctly and have proper ventilation The air intake at the front of the dryer and rear vent behind the dryer should never be obstructed see Installation Never use the dryer on carpeting where the pile height would prevent air from entering the dryer from the base Check t
17. 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 PROGRAMMES knob has not been set properly see Start and Programmes e The START PAUSE button has not been pressed see Start and Programmes Drying cycle will not begin e You have set a delayed time see Start and Programmes Its taking a long time to dry e The filter has not been cleaned see Maintenance e The water container needs emptying The empty water light is flashing 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 see Laundry e The correct drying time has not been selected for the load see Laundry e The air intake grille or rear vents are obstructed see Installation and see Maintenance e The items were too wet see Laundry e The dryer was overloaded see Laundry Empty water light is flashing e The water container was probably not emptied at the start of the but the dryer has only been programme Do not wait for the empty water signal always check and running for a short period empty the container before starting a new drying programme see Maintenance Empty water light is on and e This is normal the light flashes when the container is full If the light is
18. gt Il 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 Pause button gt II must be pressed to resume the delay programme One of the delay lights will flash to show the current delay setting The Start Pause button gt II 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 During the Post Care phase of a drying programme the programme will finish Pressing the Start Pause button gt Il will re start a new programme at the beginning Changing the programmes knob will select a new programme and the Start Pause light will flash green You can use this to select the Cool Tumble programme to cool the clothes if you find them dry enough Press the Start Pause button gt Il to begin a new programme e Note If you have a power cut switch off the power or remove the plug When power is restored press the Start Pause button gt Il and the programme will resume 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
19. he selected programme to your requirements Not all options are available for all programmes see Start and Programmes lf 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 Progress Drying Cool Tumble End Delay 3hr 6hr 9hr Lights When the light next to the delay button is on these lights flash to indicate the delay time selected During other programmes they indicate the progress of the dryer each one comes on as the corresponding phase starts Delay Timer The start of some programmes see Start and Programmes can be delayed for up to 9 hours in 3hr steps Ensure the water bottle is emptied before setting a delayed start When a delayed start is in progress the light next to the delay button will be on and the selected delay period light will flash after the start button has been pressed To set a delayed start press the Delay Timer button and the light next to the button will come on together with the 3hr delay light Pressing the button again will advance the delay setting to 6hr the 3hr light goes out and the 6hr light is on Each time you press the button the delay setting advances 3 hours as indicated by the corresponding light If the 9hr light is on pressing the button again will cancel the delay Holding in the On Off button will also cancel Pre Care
20. me approximately 1 Position the PROGRAMMES knob Options available 10 minutes that cools fibres of on None Cool Tumble 2 Press the Start Pause button gt II j clothing 5 c Timed Drying Dries wet clothing that you wish 4 Position the PROGRAMMES knob Options available 3 to dry on Low Heat or small on the desired time 160 140 120 High Heat 160 140 120 loads less than 1kg 100 80 70 60 50 40 30 or 20 Delay Timer 100 80 70 60 2 Select any options if required Pre Care lt a or 20 Can be used with High Heat 3 Press the Start Pause button gt Il Post Care 25 gt option if you prefer to use a Consult suggested drying FEI timed programme times see Laundry o 5 o The last 10 minutes of these Da programmes is the Cool Tumble phase v as 93 oa p m c fex 2 gt o o 2 O p Start and Programmes The Controls PROGRAMMES knob Warning if after pressing the Start Pause button gt II the programmes knob position has changed the new position will NOT change the programme selected To change a selected programme press the Start Pause button gt II the light flashes Amber to indicate the programme is paused Select the new programme and any options required the light will then flash green Press the Start Pause button gt II again and the new programme will start e OPTION buttons lights These buttons are used to customise t
21. not load dripping wet clothes into the dryer Maximum load size Do not load more than maximum capacity These numbers refer to dry weight Natural fibres 7kg max 15lb Synthetic fibres 3kg max 6 6lb DO NOT overload the dryer as this could result in reduced drying performance Typical weights Note 1kg 1000g 1lb 160z Clothes Blouse Cotton 150g 50z Other 100g 302 Dress Cotton 500g 1b 202 Other 350g 120z Jeans 700g 1lb Goz 10 nappies 1000g_ 2lb 30z Shirt Cotton 300g 100z Other 2009 7oz T Shirt 125g 40z Household Items Duvet cover Cotton 15009 3lb 50z Double Other 1000g 2lb 302 Large Tablecloth 7009 1b 60z Small Tablecloth 250g 9oz Tea Towel 100g 302 Bath Towel 700g 1b 6oz Hand Towel 350g 120z Double Sheet 500g 1b 202 Single Sheet 350g 120z 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 e 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 E Hotpoint 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 KA al Do not tumble dry fee Tumble dry at high he
22. ntainer is full 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 drying cycle Important Information Condenser Unit You MUST clean the fluff from the condenser EVERY month STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Open the condenser cover Remove the condenser by Flush the condenser from hold the handle and rotating the 3 clips then the rear with water to pull towards you pulling the condenser remove any fluff deposits towards you There may be some water in the tubes this is normal e Check that The positioning arrows are pointing upwards Failure to clean the condenser could cause premature failure of your dryer E Hotpoin STEP 4 Refit the condenser unit ensure that the unit is pushed in fully all 3 clips are re secured and the positiong arrows on the front of the condenser are pointing upwards The 3 clips are re secured back into their lock position 5 gt 53 S3 3 2S oF uonejlesu uonduos q s wwL Ipold pue ues Aapune7 suoysobins pue sHulusej 1e9 pue eoueudlUle y Bunooysajqnoly OdIAIOS Installation Where to put your dryer e Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges stoves heaters or cook tops because flames can
23. o see if the dryer is empty before loading it The back of the dryer could become very hot Never touch it while in use Do not use the dryer unless the filter water container and condenser are securely in place see Maintenance Do not use liquid fabric softeners in the dryer add it to the final rinse of your wash Do not overload the dryer see Laundry for maximum loads Do not load items that 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 Carefully check all instructions on clothing labels see Laundry Do not dry garments that have been treated with chemical products 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 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 Hotpoin e Do not tumble dry large very bulky items e Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high temperatures e Remove all objects from pockets especially lighters risk of explosion e Complete each programme with its Cool Tumble
24. our vacuum cleaner Should the filter become clogged up the airflow inside the dryer will be seriously compromised drying times lengthen and you will consume more energy It may also damage your dryer The filter is found in front of the dryer trim see diagram Removing the filter 1 Pull the plastic grip of the filter upwards see diagram 2 Clean the filter and replace it correctly Ensure the filter is fully located flush into the tumble dryer trim Do not use the dryer without replacing the filter Empty the water container after each cycle Pull the container out of the dryer and empty it into a sink or other suitable drain Replace the water container securely Always check and empty the container before you start a new drying programme Check the drum after each cycle Turn the drum manually in order to remove small items handkerchiefs that could have been left behind Water container Filter Condenser unit Condenser cover Catches Handle 12 Cleaning the drum Do not use abrasives steel wool or stainless steel cleaning agents to clean the drum 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 Cleaning the condenser unit Periodically every month remove the condenser unit and clean any build u
25. p of fluff from between the plates by rinsing it under the tap with cold water This should be done with cold water from the rear of the condenser Removing the condenser 1 Unplug the dryer and open the door 2 Pull open the condenser cover see diagram Release the three catches by turning 90 counter clockwise then pull on the grip and remove from the dryer 3 Clean the surface of the seals and replace making sure that the catches have been secured Cleaning the dryer e External parts in metal or plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth 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 the condenser and filter areas clean occasionally with a vacuum cleaner Do not use solvents or abrasives Your dryer uses special bearing components which do not need lubrication Have your dryer checked regularly by authorised technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety see Service Condenser unit Troubleshooting E Hotpoint One day your dryer seems not to be working Before you call your Service Centre see Service go through the following troubleshooting suggestions Problem Possible causes Solution The tumble dryer won t start e The plug is not plugged into the socket or not making contact e There has been a power
26. the programme and stops the dryer y yer is used see Maintenance and Care o The light is green when programme is running flashing 2 amber if the programme has been paused or flashing The Clean Condenser light gives you a reminder that green if on standby waiting to start a programme see it is essential to clean the condenser at regular intervals o Start and Programmes see Maintenance and Care Start and Programmes Choosing a programme ils 2 Plug the dryer into the electrical socket Sort your laundry according to fabric type see Laundry Open the door and make sure the filter is clean and in place and the water container is empty and in place see Maintenance Load the machine and make sure items are not in the way of the door seal Close the door If none of the lights are on Press the ON OFF button 4 Choose a programme by checking the Programmes Guide see Programmes as well as the indications for each type of fabric see Laundry Select a programme by rotating the PROGRAMMES knob Set a delay time and other options if necessary The START PAUSE light is flashing green press the START PAUSE gt Il button to begin The green light stops flashing During the drying programme you can check on your laundry and take out items that are dry while others continue drying When you close the door again press the START PAUSE button in order to resume drying
27. w you the status of o this button is pressed the dryer stops Press again the programme or the delay time when they flash 29 the dryer restarts During a delayed start the lights flash to show the S 9 delay selected When not flashing they show each z li a Guide suai ae consult a user friendly stage of the programme by the corresponding light table of fabric types and load capacities turning on see Start and Programmes 9 The PROGRAMMES knob sets the programme rotate ee oF it until the indicator is pointing to the programme you want The Empty Water indicator light signals that the water a a to select see Start and Programmes container should be emptied The light will take a few 5 seconds to go out after replacing the empty water The OPTION buttons lights select available options for container the dryer must be running for this to happen q your selected programme The lights indicate that the see The Controls e option has been selected see Start and Programmes Note If the water bottle fills the indicator light flashes the z heat is turned off and your clothes will not dry 5 The START PAUSE button light gt Il starts a selected 8 scl eel i dae ae ered ae ui The Clean Filter light gives you a reminder before 2 ONE DEEPAN the progress 1g tS WI ee 10 con rm every programme that it is essential to clean the filter the action When a programme is running holding this svervtimethe dryer d see Maintenan dC button in pauses
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