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Instruction booklet
GB
English
TCD970
First time you turn on your dryer
you must select your preferred
language see page 6
! 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.
Contents
Installation, 4
The Display, 6-8
Start and programmes, 8-11
Table of programmes
Laundry, 12-13
Disposal
Troubleshooting, 16
Service, 17
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
Instruction booklet English TCD970 First time you turn on your dryer you must select your preferred language see page 6 ! 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. -
Page 2: Water Container
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. STEP 1. Open the door of your dryer. ! 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. - Page 3 Important Information Condenser Unit... ! You MUST clean the fluff from the condenser EVERY month. STEP 1. STEP 2. Open the condenser cover Remove the condenser by - hold the handle and rotating the 3 clips then pull towards you. pulling the condenser towards you.
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Page 4: Installation
Installation Where to put your dryer Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges, stoves, heaters, or cook tops because flames can damage the appliance. If you are going to install Minimum gap 10mm the appliance under a work counter, be sure to leave a 10mm space between the top and any other objects... -
Page 5: The Display
Dryer Description To open the door Press and release the front panel in position shown Condenser Unit (cover open) Control panel The ON/OFF button/light : If the dryer is running and this button is pressed, the dryer is turned off. Press again, the dryer restarts. -
Page 6: The Display
The Display Selecting your language The first time you turn on your dryer you should select your preferred language from the available list. Understanding the display Programme selection and display The selected programme is shown on the first line of the display when you select the corresponding button, this message is shown while the programme is running. -
Page 7: Start And Programmes
The Display Programme progress The second line of the display shows the status of the programme as it progresses: (long messages scroll across the line) (if option Pre Care PRE CARE available and selected). COOL TUMBLE END OF CYCLE, POST CARE PHASE END OF CYCLE, EMPTY THE WATER BOTTLE If the Mixed Dry option is available and selected this line displays when the different dryness levels have been reached:... -
Page 8: Start And Programmes
The Display Warnings The second line of the display also gives warnings and reminders: (reminders occur at the end of the programme) END OF CYCLE, EMPTY THE WATER BOTTLE Reminder that the water container should be emptied every time you use the dryer (see Maintenance). -
Page 9: Special Programmes
Start and Programmes Special Programmes 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. -
Page 10: Start And Programmes
Start and Programmes Programmes Table ! If the Display is not lit; Press the ON/OFF button Programme What it does... Cottons - Dries your Cotton High Heat clothes on High Heat. Dries your Cotton Cottons - Low Heat clothes on Low Heat. Dries your Synthetic Synthetics clothes on High Heat. -
Page 11: Drying Times
Start and Programmes Timed programmes table: First select a programme (see Programmes Table). Always use Timed Drying Timed Drying for loads less than 1kg, or 0:20, 0:40, if you prefer a different 1:00, 1:20, 1:40, dryness result. 2:00 or 2:20 Hours:Minutes The heat setting depends on the programme... -
Page 12: Laundry
Laundry Sorting your laundry Check symbols on clothing labels to make sure that the articles can be tumble dried. Sort laundry by fabric type. Empty pockets and check buttons. Close zippers and hooks and tie loose belts and strings. Wring out each item in order to eliminate as much excess water as possible. -
Page 13: Special Clothing Items
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. -
Page 14: Warnings And Suggestions
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... -
Page 15: Maintenance And Care
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 your vacuum cleaner. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
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 tumble dryer won’t start. Drying cycle will not begin. Its taking a long time to dry. Empty water message is displayed but the dryer has only been running for a short... -
Page 17: Service
Service Before calling the Service Centre: Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting). If not, turn off the dryer and call the Service Centre closest to you. What to tell the Service Centre: name, address and post code. -
Page 20: After Sales Service
UK: 08709 077 077 Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 5pm Saturday, 8.30am to 12noon www.hotpointservice.co.uk Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.hotpoint.co.uk 1 9 5 0 6 7 2 5 9 . 0 0 W 01/2008 - SIMLEX . Four Ashes, Wolverhampton...
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