Hotpoint V3D00 User manual

Instructions

V3D00

Contents

Safety Advice

Electrical Requirements

Features - Get to know the main parts of your Dryer

Where to put and vent your Dryer

How to use your Dryer

Sorting your laundry

Items not suitable for drying

Items requiring special attention

The Controls

Guide to Drying Times

How to remove and clean the Fluff Filter

Caring for your Dryer

If something goes wrong

If it still won’t work

3 - 4

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.

For your safety

NEVER ● Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.

NEVER ● Allow the air inlet at the back of the dryer, the air outlet or vent hose

to be obstructed.

NEVER ● Direct the vent hose outlet towards the air intake at the back of the

machine.

NEVER ● Allow the tumble dryer to recycle exhaust air.

NEVER ● Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.

NEVER ●Tumble dry without the filter in position.

NEVER ● 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.

NEVER ● Allow lint to collect around the dryer.

NEVER ● Add liquid or sheet fabric conditioner to the dryer, use liquid

conditioner in the final rinse of your wash.

NEVER ●Use the dryer for commercial drying, the dryer is only suitable for

domestic use.

NEVER ●Dry Acrylics on the high heat setting.

NEVER ●Tumble dry articles that have NOT been well washed in water and

detergent then well rinsed and spun.

NEVER ●Tumble dry articles that have had chemicals used for cleaning.

NEVER ●Dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances such

as: petrol, oil, paint, hair lacquer, creams, cooking fat or oil.

NEVER ●Tumble dry: rubber, foam rubber, plastic, plastic foam, nappy pants

or liners, polythene or paper.

Large, very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags.

NEVER ●Never 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.

NEVER ●Switch electricity On or Off with wet hands.

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.

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.

IMPORTANT

For your safety

ALWAYS ●When the dryer is not in use, switch off at the wall, remove plug

and close the door.

ALWAYS ●Comply with the specified electrical requirements.

ALWAYS ●Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate

ventilation. (see, "Where to put and vent your dryer.")

ALWAYS ●Use the vent hose for optimum drying performance.

ALWAYS ●Finish every programme with the cool tumble cycle provided on

the control.

ALWAYS ●Clean the filter, it is essential that the filter is kept clear of fluff

after EACH drying cycle.

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 ●Buy genuine accessories and spares.

CAUTION: WHEN THE DRYER IS IN USE AVOID

TOUCHING THE REAR OF THE DRYER AS IT MAY BE

HOT.

Electrical Requirements

Supply

Changing

the fuse

Moulded plug

Changing

the plug

Rewirable plug

Changing the

mains cable

WARNING:This appliance must be earthed!

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.

If it is necessary to fit a replacement fuse, it must be a 13 amp

ASTA approved to BS1362 type.

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.

The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the

following:

GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH

BLUE - NEUTRAL

BROWN - LIVE

If a replacement plug is to be fitted, the appropriate wire must be

connected to the correct terminal,as follows:

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.

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.

WARNING:The plug must not be used without a fuse cover.

NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A

QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.

GREEN &

YELLOW TO

EARTH

13 AMP

FUSE

BROWN

TO LIVE

CORD

CLAMP

BLUE TO

NEUTRAL

Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer

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.

The dryer should be placed where air can freely circulate around

it, preferably near a window that can be opened to reduce the pos-

sibility of condensation occuring while the dryer is in use.

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.

A vent hose is recommended for optimum performance.

DO NOT operate the dryer in an enclosed environment,

ensure the dryer is adequately ventilated.

DO NOT allow clothes, towels etc., to hang down the front of

the dryer into the airstream. This obstructs the airflow and

may damage the dryer.

Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the

air intake grille at the rear of the dryer.

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.

●

Filter Assembly

(on inside of the door)

Mains On/Off

Indicator Light

(if fitted)

Heat Selector Switch

Exhaust Air Grille

Door Release

Timer Knob

Window Vent Kit

Wall Hanging Kit

A venting kit is available as an optional extra, which will take the moist

air directly from the dryer and out through an open window.

The venting kit is fitted to the front of the door.

This allows the dryer to be mounted on a wall of suitable strength to

take the weight. Alternatively it should be used when the dryer is

mounted on top of a work surface to secure the dryer to the wall.

WARNING:

DO NOT DISCHARGE THE EXHAUST AIR INTO A FLUE WHICH

IS USED FOR EXHAUSTING FUMES FROM OTHER

APPLIANCES BURNING GAS OR OTHER FUELS.

How to use your dryer

1. Plug in, switch

on electricity. 2. Sort your laun-

dry (see section

“Sorting Your

Laundry”)

3. Open the door.

Check that the fluff

filter is clean (see

section How to

remove and clean

the fluff filter).

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.

5. Select the

relevant heat setting

(see section “Sorting

your Laundry”).

Push IN for high heat, for cottons, linens and

synthetics.

Low setting - button OUT for acrylics and

acrylic mixtures.

6. Turn the Timer clock-

wise to select the

required drying time.

(See Section “The

Controls”.)

The dryer will start

7. When finished

open the door and

take out the laundry.

Clean and replace

the fluff filter.

WARNING: WHEN

SWITCHING ON

OR OFF, PLEASE

ENSURE THAT

YOUR HANDS

ARE DRY

WARNING: WHEN

SWITCHING ON

OR OFF, PLEASE

ENSURE THAT

YOUR HANDS

ARE DRY

Button IN

HIGH HEAT

Button OUT

LOW HEAT

Never switch the dryer off with a hot load in the drum.

You must terminate every programme with the Cool Tumble Phase.

8. Switch off electricity

and remove plug from

socket.

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.

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 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight of natural fabrics.

if you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the

maximum load should not exceed 2kg (4.4lb) dry weight.

This difference is that man-made fibres require more space to

tumble-dry without creasing.

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.

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.

Maximum

load size

Typical load

WARNING: CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED

DRIPPING WET

WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN

REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE

HAZARD.

Clothes

Blouse Cotton 150g 5oz

Other 100g 31/2oz

Dress Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz

Other 350g 12oz

Jeans 700g 1lb 6oz

10 Nappies 1000g 2lb 3oz

Shirt Cotton 300g 101/2oz

Other 200g 7oz

T-Shirt 125g 41/2oz

Household Items

Duvet cover Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz

(Double) Other 1000g 2lb 3oz

Large Tablecloth 700g 1lb 6oz

Small Tablecloth 250g 9oz

Tea Towel 100g 31/2oz

Bath Towel 700g 1lb 8oz

Hand Towel 350g 12oz

Double Sheet 500g 1lb 2oz

Single Sheet 350g 12oz

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

• 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.

Items not suitable for tumble drying

Items requiring special attention

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.

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 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!

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.

Garments with the ITCL Code may be cleaned using one of the

Home Dry Cleaning Kits available.

The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be

strictly followed.

Blankets and

Bedspreads

Permanently

pleated or creased

garments

Starched articles

Fabric conditioner

Home Dry

Cleaning

WARNING: ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID FABRIC

CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.

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