Hotpoint Clothes Dryer TFA53 User Manual

USER HANDBOOK  
MODEL  
TFA53  
You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance and  
retain them for future reference.  
 
Contents  
Page  
Introduction  
2
For your safety  
4-5  
Electrical Requirements  
Features - Get to know the main parts of your Dryer  
Where to put and vent your Dryer  
How to use your Dryer  
6
7
8-9  
10  
Sorting your laundry  
11  
Items not suitable for Tumble drying  
Items requiring special attention  
How to remove and clean the Fluff Filter  
The Controls  
12  
13  
14  
15  
Guide to Drying times  
16  
Caring for your Dryer  
17  
18  
If something goes wrong  
If it still won’t work  
19  
Key Contacts  
back page  
Retention of this Instruction Book  
This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details  
on the safe and proper use of the appliance.  
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind,  
make sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the  
appliance and safety warnings.  
If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from  
General Domestic Appliances Ltd., Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.  
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For your safety  
IMPORTANT  
Using your Tumble Dryer is easy.  
Nevertheless, for your own safety and to get the best results it is important to know your Dryer  
by reading right through this handbook before using your dryer for the first time.  
NEVER  
NEVER  
Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.  
Allow the air inlet at the back of the dryer, the air outlet or vent hose  
to be obstructed.  
NEVER  
NEVER  
Direct the vent hose outlet towards the air intake at the back of the  
machine.  
Site the dryer vent hose outlet within 1 metre of a gas appliance flue  
terminal.  
NEVER  
NEVER  
NEVER  
Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.  
Tumble dry without the filter in position.  
Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place  
dripping wet items in the drum.  
NEVER  
Use the dryer on a carpeted floor where the pile height would  
prevent air from entering the dryer from the base.  
Allow lint to collect around the dryer.  
Add liquid or sheet fabric conditioner to the dryer, use liquid  
conditioner in the final rinse of your wash.  
NEVER  
NEVER  
NEVER  
Use the dryer for commercial drying, the dryer is only suitable for  
domestic use.  
NEVER  
NEVER  
Dry Acrylics on the high heat setting.  
Tumble dry articles that have NOT been well washed in water and  
detergent then well rinsed and spun.  
NEVER  
NEVER  
Tumble dry articles that have had chemicals used for cleaning.  
Dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances such  
as: petrol, oil, paint, hair lacquer, creams, cooking fat or oil.  
Tumble dry: rubber, foam rubber, plastic, plastic foam, nappy pants  
or liners, polythene or paper.  
Large, very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags.  
Attempt to stand on top of your dryer, it is not designed for such use  
and you could injure yourself or damage the dryer by such abuse.  
Switch electricity On or Off with wet hands.  
NEVER  
NEVER  
NEVER  
IMPORTANT  
A CHILD COULD CLIMB INTO OR TAMPER WITH AN UNATTENDED  
TUMBLE DRYER.  
WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN USE SWITCH OFF, REMOVE THE PLUG AND CLOSE  
THE DOOR.  
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For your safety  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
When the dryer is not in use, switch off at the wall, remove plug  
and close the door.  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
Comply with the specified electrical requirements.  
Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate  
ventilation. (see, "Where to put and vent your dryer.")  
Use the vent hose and grille provided with your dryer.  
Finish every programme with a minimum of 10 minutes of the  
tumble cool or fresh air cycle provided on the control.  
Clean the filter, it is essential that the filter is kept clear of fluff  
after EACH drying cycle.  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
Observe the rules for drying garments:  
In particular woollen articles should not be dried in a  
tumble dryer unless they are labelled ‘Superwash’,  
‘Machine washable’ or have the ‘May be tumble dried’  
symbol:  
If in any doubt do not dry wool in the machine.  
Unlike other materials, the mechanism of wool  
shrinkage is irreversible, i.e. it will not stretch back to  
the original size and shape.  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
When connecting to a permanent vent kit always use the vent outlet  
grille provided with your dryer.  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
ALWAYS ꢀ  
Buy genuine accessories and spares.  
Check that outdoor conditions favour the use of the fresh air cycle.  
ie: you may not wish to use the fresh air cycle if a garden refuse fire  
is burning nearby.  
CAUTION: WHEN THE DRYER IS IN USE AVOID TOUCHING  
THE REAR OF THE DRYER AS IT MAY BE HOT.  
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Electrical Requirements  
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed!  
Supply  
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT  
REQUIREMENTS. (see diagram for location.)  
The flexible mains lead is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and with a  
13 amp BS1362 fuse.  
The plug should be connected to the mains supply via a suitable  
switched socket which is accessible after installing your dryer.  
Changing  
the 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.  
Moulded plug  
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 your Spares stockist.  
Changing  
the plug  
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the  
following:  
GREEN/YELLOW  
BLUE  
BROWN  
- EARTH  
- NEUTRAL  
- LIVE  
Rewirable plug  
If a replacement plug is to be fitted, the appropriate wire must be  
connected to the correct terminal,as follows:  
GREEN &  
YELLOW TO  
EARTH  
Connect:  
Green/Yellow to terminal marked Earth or Green or  
Blue to terminal marked Neutral or N or Black  
Brown to terminal marked Live or L or Red.  
If the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type then the cut-off plug  
must be disposed of safely. DO NOT leave where it can be inserted into  
a socket and create a shock hazard.  
13 AMP  
FUSE  
BROWN  
TO LIVE  
BLUE TO  
NEUTRAL  
CORD  
CLAMP  
Changing the  
mains cable  
Should the mains lead ever require replacing at any time please  
contact your nearest Service Centre. A charge will be made for the  
replacement of the mains lead or if you require a longer lead.  
The mains lead must only be replaced by a specially prepared cable  
obtainable from your Spares Stockist and fitted by a qualified  
electrician.  
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A  
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.  
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Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer  
See “The Controls”  
NOTE: if your dryer is new wipe out the  
inside of the drum before you first use it  
to remove any dust which may have  
accumulated during transit.  
Drum  
Model and  
serial numbers  
FLUFF FILTER  
Clean after each  
use  
Rating plate  
Air intake  
grille  
NOTE: When the  
dryer is in use, avoid  
touching the back of  
the machine as it may  
be hot.  
Caution  
Hot  
Vent hose  
fitted here  
Rear venting with hose  
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Where to put and vent your dryer  
Your Tumble Dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob  
cooker, heater, or eye level grill as flames from the burners could cause  
damage to your machine. When the dryer is fitted under a work surface  
allow space for air to enter the rear grille, 10mm above the dryer  
minimum.  
If you are using this Dryer adjacent or stacked on top of a washing  
machine SEPARATE mains plugs and sockets must be used for each  
appliance. DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or extension leads.  
Stack it on your  
Washing Machine  
Both your Tumble Dryer and front loading washing machine are similar  
in design allowing the Tumble Dryer to be permanently stacked on top  
saving you valuable floor space. A special stacking kit complete with  
instructions is available from your retailer or nearest Spares Centre.  
IMPORTANT: Only use genuine stacking kits. When ordering you  
must state the model numbers of both your Washing Machine and  
your Tumble Dryer. Unsuitable kits may result in a potential hazard  
and will invalidate your warranty rights.  
Unless the Dryer, when stacked, is directly in front of a window, we  
strongly recommend the use of a Vent Hose Kit. (If this is not  
supplied it can be obtained from your retailer or Spares Centre).  
Ventilation  
The Dryer dries your washing by drawing in air that is cool, clean and  
relatively dry, heating it and then blowing it through the clothes as they  
are gently tumbled. The moisture laden air is then blown out at the back  
of the dryer through the vent hose which is recommended for optimum  
performance.  
When operating the dryer, there has to be adequate ventilation to avoid  
the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other  
fuels, including open fires.  
Mobile Venting  
A vent hose must always be fitted when the dryer is used in  
conjunction with Mobile Venting.  
The hose must be fitted securely into the back of the dryer (see diagram  
on previous page). If possible, it is always best to connect the hose to a  
permanent outlet close to the dryer (see instructions below).  
Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the air  
intake grille at the rear of the dryer.  
If permanent installation is not possible, the dryer will work just as well  
with the hose passed through a partly-opened window.  
NOTE: The vent hose should not exceed 2.4 metres in length and  
should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff, lint (and  
water) by frequently shaking it out. Always ensure that the hose is  
not squashed.  
Fitting the Vent  
Hose Kit  
See diagram on previous page.  
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Where to put and vent your dryer  
Wall/Window  
Venting  
In conjunction with the vent hose we recommend the use of a  
Wall/Window Vent Kit, part number 1740853. These are available from  
your retailer or nearest Spares Centre.  
Fitting instructions are supplied with the kits, which can be mounted  
through a wall or window. Details of positioning are as follows:  
For wall mounting break a hole through the wall to the left of the  
proposed position for the dryer, as viewed from the front. Keep the hose  
as short and straight as possible to prevent condensed moisture  
running back into the dryer. Similarly the duct inserted into the wall  
should slope downwards to the outside. The storm flap supplied with  
the vent kit should be discarded. Remove the grille (see Quick Guide)  
from the end of the vent hose supplied with your Tumble Dryer, this  
grille should be fitted to the outside of the wall vent in place of the  
storm flap.  
B
A
Storm cover  
If utilising an existing vent kit it is important that any storm flap fitted is  
discarded. Remove the grille (see Quick Guide) from the end of the vent  
hose supplied with your Tumble Dryer, this grille should be fitted to the  
outside of the wall vent in place of the storm flap. Depending on the  
frequency of use, it is essential that the areas A and B in the illustrations  
are checked periodically and any fluff or debris removed. It is  
particularly important that the vent hose adaptor is fitted securely thus  
preventing any moisture laden air from being emitted back into the  
room.  
B
For window venting with stacked dryer, the hole in the window should  
ideally be made below the outlet and the hose should be kept as short  
as possible. Remove the grille (see Quick Guide) from the end of the  
vent hose supplied with your Tumble Dryer, this grille should be fitted  
to the outside of the window vent in place of the storm flap.  
Open Window  
For open window venting it must be possible for the end of the hose to  
be directed downwards to prevent warm, moist air condensing in the  
room or in the dryer. The end of the vent hose B must be at least  
500mm from the ground. The vent hose supplied with your dryer has a  
grille fastened to the end using PVC and plastic studs, this grille must  
always be used when venting through an open window.  
B
Min.  
500mm  
WARNING:  
1. IN ALL VENTING OPTIONS, THE VENT HOSE OR VENT KIT OUTLET SHOULD BE SO POSITIONED  
THAT ITS OUTLET IS NOT WITHIN ONE METRE OF ANY TYPE OF FLUE TERMINAL EG.CENTRAL  
HEATING BOILER. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN POISONOUS FLUE GASES BEING DRAWN  
INTO THE ROOM WHEN FRESH AIR DRYING IS SELECTED.  
2. ENSURE THAT THE DRYER IS ADEQUATELY VENTILATED AND THAT THE END OF THE VENT  
HOSE IS NOT DIRECTED TOWARDS THE AIR INTAKE DUCT.  
3. THE DRYER SHOULD NOT BE PUSHED SO FAR BACK THAT THE HOSE ADAPTOR IS PULLED OUT  
OF POSITION OR THE HOSE IS SQUASHED.  
4. THE HOSE SHOULD BE KEPT CLEAR OF THE AIR INTAKE GRILLE AND KINKS OR ‘U’ BENDS  
AVOIDED, AS THESE WILL OBSTRUCT THE HOSE OR TRAP CONDENSATION.  
5. THE VENT HOSE MUST ALWAYS BE FITTED FOR OPTIMUM PERFORMANCE.  
6. MAKE SURE THAT THE VENT HOSE AND AIR INTAKE GRILLES ARE NOT OBSTRUCTED OR  
BLOCKED.  
7. MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD.  
8. DO NOT DISCHARGE THE EXHAUST AIR INTO A FLUE WHICH IS USED FOR EXHAUSTING FUMES  
FROM OTHER APPLIANCES BURNING GAS OR OTHER FUELS.  
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How to use your dryer  
1. Plug in, switch on  
electricity.  
2. Sort your laundry  
(see section “Sorting  
Your Laundry”)  
WARNING: WHEN  
SWITCHING  
ELECTRICITY ON OR  
OFF, PLEASE  
ENSURE THAT YOUR  
HANDS ARE DRY.  
4. Load the dryer,  
placing the clothes  
carefully in the drum  
pushing them well  
towards the back and  
away from the door  
seal. Close the door.  
3. Open the door.  
Check that the fluff  
filter is clean (see  
section “How to  
remove and clean the  
fluff filter”).  
5. Select the  
6. Select Fresh Air  
option, if required (see  
section “The  
Button OUT  
LOW HEAT  
Button OUT  
FRESH AIR OFF  
relevant heat setting  
(see section “The  
Controls”).  
Controls”).  
Button IN  
HIGH HEAT  
Button IN  
FRESH AIR ON  
7. Select the required  
programme/drying  
time (See section “The  
Controls”).  
8. When finished  
open the door and  
take out the laundry.  
Clean and replace the  
fluff filter.  
The dryer will start.  
9. Switch off  
electricity and  
remove plug from  
socket.  
Door Release  
WARNING: WHEN  
SWITCHING  
ELECTRICITY ON OR  
OFF, PLEASE  
ENSURE THAT YOUR  
HANDS ARE DRY.  
To open the door, grip the handle and pull  
towards you. If the door is opened while the  
Dryer is in use, the drying programme cuts out  
automatically and the machine stops. When the  
door is closed the Dryer will restart but you will  
not need to reset the Timer Control. You can  
however reset the Timer Control at any stage,  
should you wish.  
WARNING: CHILDREN HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO CLIMB INTO TUMBLE DRYERS AND INJURE  
THEMSELVES. ALWAYS ENSURE THAT THE MACHINE IS SWITCHED OFF AT THE MAINS WHEN  
THE DRYER IS NOT BEING USED.  
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Sorting your laundry  
1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before  
washing and drying.  
2. See that all zips are closed, hooks and eyes are fastened and belt,  
strings etc. are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have done this  
for each item before the washing stage.  
3. It is important to extract as much water as possible from each item  
before drying. This saves you time and money.  
WARNING: CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED DRIPPING  
WET  
4. Make sure that the items to be dried are suitable for tumble drying, or  
are not of a type requiring ‘special attention’ (see“Wash Care Labels”  
section).  
Your dryer will hold a load of 5kg (11lb) dry weight of natural fabrics. if  
you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the  
maximum load should not exceed 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight.  
This difference is that man-made fibres require more space to tumble-dry  
without creasing.  
Maximum  
load size  
WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN  
REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE  
HAZARD.  
To help you estimate how many items it takes to make up a drying load,  
the charts below show the approximate weights of some everyday  
washing items.  
Typical load  
Clothes  
Household Items  
Blouse  
Cotton 150g 5oz  
Duvet cover  
(Double)  
Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz  
1
2
Other  
100g 3 / oz  
Other  
1000g 2lb 3oz  
700g 1lb 6oz  
Large Tablecloth  
Small Tablecloth  
Tea Towel  
Dress  
Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz  
250g 9oz  
Other  
350g 12oz  
1
Jeans  
700g 1lb 6oz  
1000g 2lb 3oz  
2
100g 3 / oz  
10 Nappies  
Shirt  
Bath Towel  
Hand Towel  
Double Sheet  
Single Sheet  
700g 1lb 8oz  
350g 12oz  
500g 1lb 2oz  
350g 12oz  
1
2
Cotton 300g 10 / oz  
Other  
200g 7oz  
1
2
T-Shirt  
125g 4 / oz  
If you group small cotton or terry-towelling items with a synthetic  
fabric load they could be damp at the end of the drying cycle. If this  
happens simply give them an additional short period of drying to finish  
them off.  
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Wash Care Labels  
Most of today’s fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no  
trouble at all, but there are certain fabric finishes which should be dried  
away from direct heat.  
The majority of garments now have wash-care labels on them, giving full  
washing and drying instructions. These should always be followed  
carefully especially when you are drying something for the first time.  
Typical symbols are:  
May be tumble dried  
Do not tumble dry  
Or:  
Tumble dry at high heat setting  
Tumble dry at low heat setting  
Items not suitable for tumble drying  
Those containing foam rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic  
film (e.g. pillows, cushions, PVC rainwear), or any other articles which  
are inflammable or contain inflammable substances (e.g. towels  
contaminated with hair lacquer  
Fibreglass (e.g. some types of curtains)  
Items which have been dry cleaned  
Woollens. Woollen items need as much care in drying as they do in  
washing. The movement of the tumble-drying action causes the  
woollen fibre to shrink and distort.  
Garments with the ITCL Code (see ‘Items Requiring Special  
Attention’).  
Do not tumble dry.  
Large bulky items e.g. continental quilts, sleeping bags, pillows,  
cushions, double blankets and large bedspreads. These expand  
when drying and would prevent airflow through the Dryer.  
WARNING: THE DRYER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY WHERE  
WATER SOLUTION IS USED FOR THE CLEANING PROCESS.  
MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A FIRE HAZARD.  
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Items requiring special attention  
Blankets and  
Bedspreads  
The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course, vary  
tremendously according to size and weight. Some, however are simply  
too big. if you have difficulty getting them into the Dryer, the machine  
will have difficulty drying them properly. Blankets (and Garments) made  
from Acrylic fibres (e.g. Acilan, Courtelle, Orion and Dralon) must be  
dried with special care on Low heat setting. Overdrying should be  
avoided to ensure heat creasing does not occur.  
Permanently  
pleated or creased  
garments  
Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well, but you should always  
read the manufacturer’s drying instructions attached to the garment  
before you begin.  
Starched articles  
Starched articles should be dried together in the same load to avoid the  
distribution of starch to non-starched items. You should use a slightly  
heavier starch solution than you would when drying the items on the  
washing line. Make sure that as much of the solution is removed from the  
load as possible before placing it in the Dryer.  
Remove the items from the dryer as soon as they reach ironing  
dampness. If they are overdried the starch will powder, leaving the fabric  
limp - which rather defeats the purpose of the exercise!  
Fabric conditioner  
Home dry cleaning  
To make sure all your tumble dried clothes come out really fresh and soft  
we recommend you use a liquid fabric conditioner in the final rinse of  
your wash. A liquid fabric conditioner restores bounce and softness and  
helps eliminate static cling.  
WARNING: ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID OR SHEET FABRIC  
CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.  
Garments with the ITCL code  
Dry Cleaning Kits available.  
may be cleaned using one of the Home  
The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be strictly  
followed.  
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How to remove and clean the fluff filter  
A very important part of your dryer is the fluff filter at the  
front edge of the drum. It’s there to trap the particles of  
Position of filter  
lint and fluff which are normally blown away when  
clothes are dried on the washing-line.  
if the filter is allowed to become blocked, the passage of  
warm air through the drum will be severely restricted.  
This means your clothes will take much longer than  
normal to dry and the cost of drying them will be  
increased. it may also damage your dryer.  
Small items, e.g. babies socks, may fall onto the filter.  
These should be removed so that the filter is not  
restricted.  
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER  
WITHOUT CLEANING THE FILTER AFTER EACH  
DRYING CYCLE. FAILURE TO CLEAN THE FILTER  
MAY RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD.  
WARNING: NEVER USE SHEET FABRIC  
CONDITIONER. IT MAY FALL INTO THE  
FILTER AND RESTRICT THE AIRFLOW  
THROUGH THE DRYER  
Grip the centre rib and pull the filter upwards and  
forwards through the door seal (see diagram).  
Open the filter, and remove the fluff that has collected on  
the inside.  
To remove the filter  
Wash or vacuum clean the filter occasionally.  
Don’t be alarmed by the amount of fluff you may find on  
the filter. It’s part of the wearing, washing and drying  
process.  
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER  
WITHOUT THE FILTER IN POSITION.  
It is essential that the filter is replaced correctly. It must be  
fitted so that the symbols, shown on the filter above, face  
towards the front of the dryer. Ensure the filter is fully  
located into the tumble dryer duct.  
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The Controls  
Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Fresh Air Switch (OUT normal IN Fresh Air)  
Drying Light  
Fresh Air  
Light  
Drying Guide  
Timer  
Timer control  
Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time.  
The timer controls the drying time for both heat settings. All you have to  
do is turn the Timer control clockwise, until the required time appears in  
line with the indicator.  
Never wind the timer control anti-clockwise.  
Turning the timer also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and the  
machine is plugged in. The “Guide To Drying Times” section will tell you  
how much time you’ll need for various loads.  
Heat Selection  
The button is ‘OUT’ for LOW heat and ‘IN’ for HIGH heat.  
The choice of HIGH HEAT or LOW HEAT depends upon the fabric you wish  
to dry (see section, ‘Sorting your Laundry’)  
Fresh Air Selection  
The button is ‘OUT’ for normal drying and ‘IN’ for ‘Fresh Air’ drying.  
If selected, outside air will be drawn into the machine and gently blown  
through the drying load.  
Drying Light  
This light glows during any drying programme and goes out at the start of  
the ‘Cool Tumble/Fresh Air’ phase.  
Fresh Air Light  
This light glows during any drying programme when the Fresh Air option  
is selected.  
The ‘Cool Tumble’/  
‘Fresh Air’ phase  
/
About 20 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating  
elements will be switched off, and the programme enters either the final  
‘Cool Tumble’ or ‘Fresh Air’ phase. During this phase, the fabric is cooled.  
You should always allow the dryer to complete this phase.  
By opening the door, the dryer will stop and you can check the dryness of  
the load as often as you wish and if you want to remove (or add) some  
items before they are fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load  
where you want to iron some items, but other to be fully dried).  
We recommend that the clothes are removed immediately after the  
programme has finished to minimise creasing.  
NEVER SWITCH THE DRYER ‘OFF’ WITH A HOT LOAD IN THE DRUM.  
YOU MUST TERMINATE EVERY PROGRAMME WITH THE COOL TUMBLE  
OR FRESH AIR PHASE.  
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Guide to Drying Times  
Please note that the Drying Times stated below and on the appliance  
control panel are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by:  
Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning. The suggested  
wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may sometimes  
incorporate a low spin speed which has the same effect.  
Moisture content  
The type of fabric  
Your drying load may contain the same type of fabric but of different  
thicknesses. Thinner items will take less time to dry. Some fabrics, such as  
those used for jeans are of closer texture than others and although light  
when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning.  
Single items of clothes or small loads may take disproportionally longer  
to dry. It is more energy efficient to dry larger loads.  
The quantity of  
clothes to be dried  
As it takes longer to fully dry clothes than to have them ready for  
ironing, you may wish to remove some clothes when they are slightly  
damp, ready for ironing and then continue to dry the remainder until  
they are fully dry.  
How dry you want  
the clothes  
The label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to  
select. See ‘Wash Care Labels’.  
The heat setting you  
have selected  
If the room in which the dryer is situated is cold, your clothes will take  
longer to dry than if the room is warm.  
The temperature  
of the room  
Some bulky items such as padded jackets can be dried, with care, and we  
do advise that you remove these items several times, shake them and  
return them to the dryer.  
Bulky items  
THERE ARE HOWEVER SOME ITEMS THAT WE DO NOT ADVISE YOU  
TO DRY. SEE ‘ITEMS NOT SUITABLE FOR TUMBLE DRYING’  
Drying Guide - approximate drying time in minutes (weights specified are when dry)  
COTTONS  
SYNTHETICS  
ACRYLICS  
High Heat  
High Heat  
Gentle Heat  
Drying times 800 - 1000rpm in washing  
machine  
Drying times on reduced spin  
in washing machine  
Drying times on  
reduced spin in  
washing machine  
Half  
load  
Full  
load  
Half  
load  
Full  
load  
Half  
load  
Full  
load  
1 kg  
2 kg  
3 kg  
4 kg  
5 kg  
1 kg  
2 kg  
3 kg  
1 kg  
2 kg  
30 - 40 45 - 55 55 - 70 70 - 80 80 - 90 30 - 40 45 - 55 55 - 70 35 - 50 50 - 70  
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’ and this  
natural moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft and  
fluffy. Clothes that are dried for too long tend to wrinkle and will need  
more ironing than usual giving you extra work that the dryer  
was designed to remove.  
Be careful not to  
overdry  
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Caring for your Dryer  
Your tumble dryer needs very little attention. The following simple steps  
will keep it performing well.  
Switch off electricity and remove plug.  
When finished  
After each load  
Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small  
items like handkerchiefs do not get missed.  
Clean exterior metal and plastic surfaces with a damp cloth or silicon  
polish only. Regularly check and clean if necessary, the vent hose and any  
permanent venting fixture to ensure that there has been no  
accumulation of fluff or lint during the drying process.  
As necessary  
Clean fluff from the area below the fluff filter and the rear vent tube.  
Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine bleach or  
metal polish to clean any part of the machine. These could damage the  
machine.  
Your tumble dryer uses special bearing components. Lubrication by the  
user is not necessary and must not be attempted.  
Lubrication  
We strongly recommend that all appliances are regularly checked for  
electrical and mechanical safety.  
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If something goes wrong  
First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your  
problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than not,  
this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to carry  
on without having to telephone your Service Office.  
If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice  
given on the next page.  
Check these things first  
Problem  
1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?  
2. Is the timer control set to required time?  
‘It won’t start’  
3. Is the door securely closed?  
4. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check)  
5. Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable. Try  
plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.  
1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? Check it.  
2. Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric you  
are drying?  
‘It is taking a long  
time to dry’  
3. Is the flexible Vent Hose blocked or kinked? Check it for foreign  
objects or condensate (water).  
4. Is the air inlet obstructed in any way?  
5. Permanent venting - is the vent outlet obstructed?  
6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?  
7. Was the correct time selected?  
8. Have you overloaded the dryer?  
1. Have you selected the correct heat setting?  
2. Was the correct time selected?  
‘Load feels damp’  
‘Load feels cool’  
1. Did you select Fresh Air? If it is cool outside you may expect the  
clothes to feel cooler.  
1. Vent hose or inlet may be blocked. Check it.  
2. Have you changed your washing product?  
3. Did you use the Fresh Air function? Outdoor conditions may not  
have been suitable.  
‘Load has an  
unusual odour’  
Have you re-read this instruction book?  
Any other problem  
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If it still won’t work...  
Contact the Service Office  
If something is still wrong with your machine after you’ve been through  
the check-list on the previous page:  
1. Switch off and unplug your machine from the mains.  
2. Call your nearest Service Office or local importer (outside the UK).  
When you contact us we will want to know the following:  
1. Your name, address and postcode.  
2. Your telephone number.  
3. Clear and concise details of the fault.  
4. The model number and the serial number of your dryer.  
5. The date of purchase enter the date here.  
Please make sure you have all these details ready when you call.  
Spare parts  
Please remember your new appliance is a complex piece of  
equipment.  
‘DIY” repairs or unqualified and untrained service people may put you in  
danger, could damage the appliance, and might mean you lose cover  
under the Parts Guarantee.  
If you do experience a problem with the appliance don’t take risks, call in  
our Service Engineer. Our Spare Parts are designed exclusively to fit your  
appliance. Do not use them for any other purpose as you may create a  
safety hazard.  
Disposal of your product  
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product  
safely. The door and lid should be removed and mains cable cut off flush  
with the appliance ensuring that the mains plug can no longer be  
plugged into a mains socket. The items must then be disposed of safely.  
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives.  
Low Voltage Equipment  
72/23/EEC  
93/68/EEC  
Electromagnetic Compatibility  
89/336/EEC  
92/31/EEC  
93/68/EEC  
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Key Contacts  
Service  
Hotpoint has the largest appliance manufacturer’s service team in Europe,  
trained specialists directly employed by us to ensure your complete  
confidence.  
Repair Service  
UK: 08709 066 066  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 302 200  
You will be asked for the following information:-  
Name, address and postcode.  
Telephone number  
Model / Serial number of the appliance  
Clear and concise details of the query or fault  
Place and Date of purchase  
(Please keep the receipt as evidence will be required when the engineer calls).  
Extended Warranty  
To join: UK 08709 088 088  
Republic of Ireland: 1850 502 200  
Genuine Parts & Accessories  
Mail Order Hotline  
UK: 08709 077 077  
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836  
For further product information 08701 506070  
All Hotpoint Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights.  
General Domestic Appliances Ltd, Peterborough, PE2 9JB.  
PRINTED BY SIMLEX FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON.  
May 2003 Part No. 0766200140-01  
 

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