Hoover HDV7 FM User Manual

TUMBLE DRYER
HDV7 FM

Safety reminders 2
Electrical requirements 3
Ventilation requirements 4
Preparing the load 5
Clothes preparation 5
Maximum drying weight 5
Sorting the load 5
Do not tumble dry 5
Energy saving 5
Opening the door 6
Filter 6
Drying guide 7
Controls & indicators 8
Operation 9
Cleaning the dryer 10
Technical specification 10
Trouble shooting 11
Guarantee Back cover

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY

This appliance must be operated in accordance with the instructions
given in this manual. It is for domestic use only in drying household
textiles and garments where a water solution has been used in the
cleaning process. It MUST NOT be used with dry cleaning fluids.
For your safety, this dryer must be correctly installed.
If there is any doubt about installation, call the national Hoover
Service number for advice.

08705 400 600 (Eire 018301 666)

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Safety reminders

WARNING Check that the product has no
visible signs of damage before use. If damaged
do not use and please call our national number:
08705 400 600.

WARNING Do not use the product if the fluff
filter is not in position or is damaged; fluff could
be ignited.

WARNING Foam rubber materials can, under
certain circumstances, when heated become
ignited by spontaneous combustion. Foam
plastic, foam rubber and rubber-like material are
not suitable for tumble drying. Articles made
from these materials MUST NOT be placed in
the dryer.

Always refer to the laundry care labels for
directions on suitability for drying.

WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create
a fire hazard.

WARNING Where the hot surface symbol
is located the temperature rise during operation
of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60
degrees C

User’s manual. This machine should only be
used for its intended purpose as described in this
manual. Ensure that it is fully understood before
operating.

Installation. This machine should not be
installed in a bathroom or shower room.

Never install the dryer against curtains and be
sure to prevent items from falling or collecting
behind the dryer.

Ventilation. Adequate ventilation must be
provided in the room where the tumble dryer is
located to prevent gases from appliances burning
other fuels, including open fires, being drawn
into the room during operation of the tumble
dryer.

Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue
which is used for exhausting fumes from
appliances burning gas or other fuels.

Check regularly that the air flowing through the
dryer is not restricted:

Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if
necessary.

The venting hose or duct should be checked
periodically and any accumulation of fluff
removed.

The inlet and outlets should be kept free from
obstructions.

If the dryer is used frequently the period between
checks should be reduced accordingly.

Dryness. Clothes should be spin dried or
thoroughly wrung before they are put into the
tumble dryer. Clothes that are dripping wet
should NOT be put into the dryer.

Lighters and matches must not be left in
pockets and NEVER use flammable liquids near
the machine.

Glass fibre curtains should never be put in this
machine. Skin irritation may occur if other
garments are contaminated with the glass fibres.

Garments treated or contaminated with
flammable cleaning sprays or liquids such as

petrol, cooking oil or aerosol sprays must not be
put in this machine.

Lint or fluff. must not be allowed to collect on
the floor around the outside of the machine.

Cool down period. The drum inside may be
very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the
cool down period before removing the laundry.

Faults. Do not continue to use this machine if it
appears to be faulty.

After use. Remove the plug from the electricity
supply. Always remove the plug before cleaning
the appliance.

Supply cord. If the supply cord on this
appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord which is only available from GIAS
Service or an authorised Hoover Dealer.

GIAS Service. To ensure the continued safe and
efficient operation of this appliance we
recommend that any servicing or repairs are only
carried out by an authorised Hoover service
engineer.

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Installation

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Before using the tumble dryer for the
first time:

● please read this instruction book

thoroughly.

● remove all items packed inside drum.

● wipe the inside of the drum and door

with a damp cloth to remove any dust
which may have settled in transit.

IMPORTANT: This dryer must only be
used for drying household textiles and
garments where a water solution has
been used for the cleaning process.

DO NOT tumble dry fabrics treated
with dry cleaning fluids.

Electrical requirements

This appliance is fitted with a moulded-on
non-rewireable plug (in the UK fitted with
a 13 Amp fuse).

The plug should be accessible for
disconnection after the appliance has been
installed.

WARNING!

ELECTRICITY CAN BE
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE

EARTHED.

IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains
lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:

Blue - NEUTRAL
Brown - LIVE
Green-and-yellow - EARTH

If the supply cord on this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord which is only available from
Hoover Service or an authorised Hoover
Dealer.

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Installation

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Installation and
Ventilation requirements

IMPORTANT: This dryer must be
installed such that the air inlets and
outlet are not restricted (fig. 1).

There should be a gap of at least 12mm
(0.5 inches) between the sides and rear of
the machine and the surrounding walls and
cabinets.

To ensure adequate ventilation the space
between the bottom of the machine and the
floor must not be obstructed.

NEVER install the dryer up against
curtains.

Prevent items from falling or collecting
behind the dryer as these may obstruct the
air inlet and outlet.

A venting hose is supplied with this
tumble dryer.

Use the venting hose to exhaust hot air to
the external atmosphere. This installation
ensures the maximum drying efficiency and
reduction of steam in the drying room.

If the dryer is installed under a worktop or
built-in, it is essential to use the venting
hose to carry the hot moist air away from
the dryer otherwise re-circulation of the
moist air will prevent the dryer from
working efficiently.

The hose may be fitted through a wall or
through an open door or window (fig.2).
The hose is 95mm (3.75 inches) in
diameter and will extend up to 1.8 metres
(6 feet).

Venting hoses longer than 1.8 metres
(6 feet) are not recommended as the dryer
performance will be reduced.

Ensure that the venting hose is not
kinked as this will prevent the dryer
from working efficiently.

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1

DRYER

WALL

HOT AIR
OUTLET

AIR INLET
VENTS

SUPPLY CORD

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