Hoover OHNV271X User Manual
Instruction Book
OHNV271X
Vented Tumble Dryer
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English . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Español . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Delivery information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Unpacking the Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Safety reminders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
The Laundry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Environmental Issues . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
GIAS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Electrical requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Adjusting the feet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ventilation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Preparing the load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Clothes preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Sorting the load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Drying advice. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Do not tumble dry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Energy saving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Drying guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Controls and indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Door and Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Opening the door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Filter. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Filter care indicator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Selecting the Programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Cancelling and resetting the programme . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cleaning and Routine Maintenance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cleaning the dryer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Customer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Spares. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
GIAS Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
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Introduction
Please read and follow these instructions
carefully and operate the machine accordingly.
This booklet provides important guidelines for
safe use, installation, maintenance and some
useful advice for best results when using your
machine.
Keep all documentation in a safe place for future
reference or for any future owners
Delivery information
Please check that the following items are
delivered with the appliance:
● Instruction manual
● Guarantee card
● Vent kit and instructions
● Energy label
Remove the machine from its packaging close to
the final location of the machine.
1. Cut carefully around the base of the
packaging and up one corner.
2. Remove the polythene sleeve and lift the
dryer off the polystyrene base.
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Check that no
damage has
occurred to the
machine during
transit. If it has,
call for service by
GIAS.
Failure to comply
with the above
can compromise
the safety of the
appliance. You
may be charged
for a service call
if a problem with
your machine is
caused by
misuse.
Unpacking the product
Dispose of the packaging safely. Make
sure it is out of the reach of children,
it is a potential source of danger.
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Safety reminders
Installation
● Check that the product has no visible signs of damage before use. If
damaged do not use and please call GIAS Service.
● Do not use adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions.
● 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.
Use
● WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard.
● This machine is solely for domestic use, i.e. to dry household textiles and
garments.
● This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in
this manual. Ensure that the instructions for installation and use are fully
understood before operating the appliance.
● Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are damp or wet.
● Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or use the door to
lift or move the machine.
● Do not allow children to play with the machine or its controls.
● WARNING Do not use the product if the fluff filter is not in position or is
damaged; fluff could be ignited.
● 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.
● Remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always remove the plug
before cleaning the appliance.
● Do not continue to use this machine if it appears to be faulty.
● Lint and fluff must not be allowed to collect on the floor around the
outside of the machine.
● The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the
cool down period before removing the laundry.
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The Laundry
● WARNING Do not tumble dry fabrics treated with dry cleaning fluids.
● 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.
● 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.
Environmental Issues
● All packaging materials used are environmentally-friendly and recyclable.
Please help dispose of the packaging via environmentally-friendly means.
Your local council will be able to give you details of current means of
disposal.
● To ensure safety when disposing of an old tumble dryer disconnect the
mains plug from the socket, cut the mains power cable and destroy this
together with the plug. To prevent children shutting themselves in the
machine break the door hinges or the door lock.
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 GIAS Service engineer.
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If the appliance is not running properly or breaks down,
switch it off and disconnect the plug from the socket.
Consult GIAS Service for possible repair.
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Electrical requirements
Tumble dryers are supplied to operate at a
voltage of 230V, 50 Hz single phase. Check that
the supply circuit is rated to at least 10A.
Electricity can be extremely dangerous.
This appliance must be earthed.
The socket outlet and the plug on the appliance
must be of the same type.
Do not use multiple adapters and/or extension
leads.
The plug should be accessible for disconnection
after the appliance has been installed.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in
accordance with the following codes:
Blue NEUTRAL
Brown LIVE
Green and Yellow EARTH
CE Appliance complies with European Directive
89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and subsequent
amendments.
Adjusting the feet
Once the machine is in place the feet should be
adjusted to ensure that the machine is level.
Adjust the four feet to ensure the machine is firm
and level.
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Installation
You may be
charged for a
service call if a
problem with
your machine is
caused by
incorrect
installation.
If the mains cord
on this appliance
is damaged, it
must be replaced
by a special cord
which is ONLY
obtainable from
the GIAS spares
service. It must
be installed by a
competent
person.
Do not plug the machine in and switch
it on at the mains until the installation is
completed.
For your safety, this dryer must be
correctly installed.
If there is any doubt about installation,
call GIAS Service for advice.
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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 inlet and outlets should be kept free
from obstructions. To ensure adequate
ventilation the space between the bottom
of the machine and the floor must not be
obstructed. There should be a gap of at
least 12mm between the machine and any
obstructions.
● Prevent items from falling or collecting
behind the dryer as these may obstruct the
air inlet and outlet.
● NEVER install the dryer up against curtains.
If the dryer is installed under a worktop or builtin, 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 is assembled and fitted to the machine
as shown.
The hose may be fitted through a wall or through
an open door or window (Fig. 1). 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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Ventilation
WALL
DRYER
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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.
Clothes preparation
Make sure that the laundry you are going to dry
is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, as shown
by the care symbols on each item.
Check that all fastenings are closed and that
pockets are empty. Turn the articles inside out.
Place clothes loosely in the drum to make sure
that they don't get tangled.
Maximum drying weight
● Cottons Max. 7.5 kg
● Synthetics Max. 3 kg
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Preparing the load
Do not overload
the drum, large
items when wet
can exceed the
maximum
admissible
clothes load
(for example:
sleeping bags,
duvets).
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Sort the load as follows:
● By care symbols
These can be found on the collar or inside
seam:
Suitable for tumble drying.
Tumble drying at high temperature.
Tumble drying at low temperature only.
Do not tumble dry.
If the item does not have a care label it
must be assumed that it is not suitable
for tumble drying.
● By amount and thickness
Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer
capacity, separate clothes according to
thickness (e.g. towels from thin underwear).
● By type of fabric
Cottons/linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed and
table linen.
Synthetics: Blouses, shirts, overalls, etc.
made of polyester or polyamid, as well as
for cotton/synthetic mixes.
● By drying level
Sort into: iron dry, cupboard dry, etc. For
delicate articles press the Delicados
Sintéticos button to select low drying
temperature.
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Do not tumble dry:
Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings,
delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic
decorations, garments with PVC or leather
trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as
sleeping bags, etc.
Energy saving
Only put into the tumble dryer laundry which has
been thoroughly wrung or spin-dried. The drier
the laundry the shorter the drying time thus
saving electricity.
ALWAYS
● Try to dry the maximum weight of laundry,
this will save time and electricity.
● Check that the filter is clean before every
drying cycle.
NEVER
● Exceed the maximum weight, this will waste
time and electricity.
● Put dripping wet items into the tumble
dryer, this may damage the appliance.
Drying guide
The table shows approximate drying times,
depending on the type of fabric and dampness of
the clothes.
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Drying advice
Fabric
COTTON
SYNTHETICS
ACRYLIC
HEAT
SETTING
HIGH
LOW
LOW
INDICATOR
LIGHT
OFF
ON
ON
HEAVY
LOAD
145-165 min
–
–
MEDIUM
LOAD
70-80 min
70-80 min
50-65 min
LIGHT
LOAD
50-65 min
40-55 min
30-40 min
IMPORTANT: Do
not dry articles
which have been
treated with a
dry cleaning fluid
or rubber clothes
(danger of fire or
explosion).
During the last
15 minutes the
load is always
tumbled in
cool air.
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Control panel and indicator lights
Programme Selector – select the required programme
On Off button and indicator – press to switch on, the indicator will light
Start button – Press to commence the selected drying programme. Press for 5
seconds to cancell/reset the programme
Acrylics/Synthetics button (Delicados Sintéticos) – press to reduce the heat
level for delicate items, the indicator above the button will light up. To change
the heat setting the programme must be reset.
Low Heat – Indicator light ON
High Heat – Indicator light OFF
FILTER CARE Indicator (Filtro) – lights when the filter needs cleaning
COUNTDOWN display
START – When the dryer is switched On the START indicator will flash, when
the programme starts the START indicator will light up
60' – Indicator lights when there is less than 60 minutes left until completion
of the programme
15' – Indicator lights when there is less than 15 minutes left until completion
of the programme. At this stage of the drying cycle the machine enters the
Cool down phase
STOP – Indicator lights when the programme is finished.
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Controls and indicators
FILTER CARE
INDICATOR
START
BUTTON
ON OFF
BUTTON
ACRYLICS/SYNTHETICS
BUTTON
PROGRAMME
SELECTOR
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