HOTPOINT AQC9 4F5 EZ1 (UK) User Manual

Instruction booklet

TUMBLE DRYER

GB

English,1

AQUALTIS

AQCF9 4F5

Contents

Important Information, 2-3

Installation, 4

Where to put your dryer
Ventilation
Electrical connection

Levelling the tumble dryer

Before you start using your dryer

Dryer Description, 5

Open the door
The Features
Control Panel

The Display, 6

Start and Programmes, 7-12

Choosing a Programme
Special Programmes
Table of Programmes
The Controls

Laundry, 13-14

Sorting your laundry
Wash care labels
Special clothing items
Drying times

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! 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 infor-

med about warnings and suggestions on how the dryer works.

! Read these instructions carefully; the following pages contain impor-

tant information on installation and suggestions on how the appliance

works

Warnings and Suggestions, 15

General safety
Disposal
Save energy and respect the
Environment

Maintenance and Care, 16

Switching off the electricity
Clean the filter after each cycle
Check the drum after each cycle
Empty the Water Container after each cycle
Cleaning the Heat Pump Filter
Cleaning the dryer

Troubleshooting, 17

Service, 18

Spare parts

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Important Information

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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.

Step 2
Pull out the filter (using the two
finger grips).

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.

Water Container – You must empty the water
container after every drying cycle.

Step 1

Pull the water container
towards you and remove it fully
from the dryer.

Step 2

Empty the Water from the
Container.

Step 3
Open the filter by releasing the

clip.

Step 4
Clean any fluff deposits from the

inside surface of the filter mesh.

Step 5
Refit the filter – Never run the

dryer without a filter.

Step 3

Refit the Water Container
ensuring that it is pushed fully
back into position.

Failure to empty the Water Container will result in:

- The machine will stop heating (so the load may be

wet at the end of the cycle).

- The ”Empty Water” light will flash to tell you that

the Container is full.

! The water bottle/clean filter

light comes on when you select
a programme to remind you to
make sure that the water bottle
is empty and that the filter is
clean before starting a new
cycle’

Priming the Water Collection System

When your dryer is new, the Water Container will not
collect Water until the system is primed, this will take
1 or 2 drying cycles. Once primed it will collect Water

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during every cycle.

Heat Pump Filter Unit - You must clean the fluff
from the filter every five drying cycles to maintain
the correct functioning of your dryer !
However for optimum performance and to save
energy we recommend that it is cleaned before
each drying cycle.

Step 1
Open the heat pump filter
Cover.

- hold the handle and pull
towards you.

Step 2
Remove the filter unit by
rotating the 4 clips to the
vertical position then pulling
the filter unit towards you.
(There may be some water in
the filter this is normal).

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Step 5
Refit the filter unit - ensure that the unit is pushed in fully, then
turn all 4 clips into the horizontal position to lock the cover.

Failure to clean Heat Pump Filter will reduce the
drying performance and could cause premature
failure of your dryer.
To maintain optimum drying performance we
recommend you clean this filter after every drying
cycle.

! Warning: The front of the heat pump is made from thin
metal plates.

Take care that you do not damage these or cut yourself
when cleaning, removing or replacing the filter unit.

Step 3
If there is any build up of
fluff on the plates Carefully
clean this off with a damp
cloth, sponge or vacuum
cleaner.
Never use your Fingers.

Step 4
Seperate the two parts of
the filter unit, clean any fluff
deposits from the inside
surface of the filter mesh.
Clean the seals.
Assemble the two parts.

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Installation

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Where to put your dryer

• Place your dryer at a distance

from gas ranges, stoves, heaters,
or cooktops because flames can
damage the appliance. If you
are going to install the appliance

10 mm

under a work counter, be sure to
leave a 10 mm space between
the top and any other objects on

15 mm

15 mm

or above the machine and a 15
mm space between the sides and
lateral furnishings or walls. This is
to ensure proper air circulation.

Ventilation

• When the dryer is in use, there has to be adequate ventilation.

Make sure you put your dryer in an environment that is not damp
and has proper air circulation throughout. Airflow around the dryer is
essential to condense the water produced during the washing, the
dryer will not operate efficiently in an enclosed space or cupboard.

! If using the dryer in a small or cold room some

condensation will be experienced.

! We do not recommend that the dryer is installed in a

cupboard but the dryer must never be installed behind a
lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the
opposite side to that of the dryer door.

Water Drain

If the machine is positioned close to a drain it is possible to drain
the condensed water directly without using the waterbottle. In
which case it is no longer necessary to empty the water bottle at
the end of each cycle. If the Dryer is positioned above or close to
a Washing Machine the same drainage can be used. Just unlink
the tube indicated in figure A and connect it to the drainage.
If the drainage is further away than the length of the tube it is
possible to buy and connect a tube of the same diameter and
the necessary length in order to reach the drainage. To install the
new tube just substitute the existing one as indicated in figure B
inserting it in the same place.

! The drain tube has to be below 1 m from the bottom of the Dryer.
! Once the Dryer has been installed please assure that the drain

tube is not bent or contorted.

! The power cord must not be bent or squashed.
! The power cord is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and with

a 13 amp BS1362 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.
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 authorised dealers.

Moulded plug

Changing the plug

The wires in the power cord are coloured in accordance with
the following.

Green and Yellow (Earth)
wire to terminal marked “E”,
symbol x, or coloured green
and yellow.

Blue (Neutral) wire to
terminal marked ”N” or
coloured black.

GREEN &
YELLOW

BROWN

BLUE

13 ampere fuse

CROSS-BAR
CORD GRIP

13A ASTA approved fuse to
BS 1362.

Brown (live) wire to teminal
marked “L” or coloured red.

! If the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type, then the

cut-off plug must be disposed of safely. DO NOT leave it where
it can be inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard.

! The power cord should be checked periodically and replaced

by a cord specially prepared for this dryer and fitted only by
authorized technicians (see Service). New or longer power
cords are supplied at an extra charge by authorized dealers.

! The manufacturer denies any responsibility should any of these

rules not be followed.

! If in doubt about any of the above consult a qualified

electrician.

Levelling the tumble dryer

The dryer must be installed level for correct operation.

Fig. A Fig. B

Electrical connection

Make sure of the following before you insert the plug into the
electrical socket:

• Ensure your Hands are dry.

• The socket must be grounded.

• The socket must be able to sustain the machine’s maximum power,

which is indicated on the rating label (see Dryer Description).

• Power voltage must be within the values indicated on the

rating label (see Dryer Description).

• The socket must be compatible with the dryer’s plug.

Should this not be the case, replace the plug or the socket.

! Do not use extension cords.
! The dryer must not be installed outdoors, even if the space is

sheltered. It can be very dangerous if exposed to rain or storms.

! Once installed, the dryer’s electrical wire and plug must be within reach.

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When you have installed your dryer in its final location check
that it is level first side-to-side, then front to back. If the dryer is
not level, adjust the two legs up or down until your dryer is level.

Before you start using your dryer

Once you’ve installed your dryer and before you use it, clean
the inside of the drum to remove any dust that could have
accumulated during transportation.

Warning ! Before you use your dryer ensure that its has
been in a upright position for at least 6 hours.

Dryer Description

To open door

Pull on handle

Heat Pump Filter

Unit

(cover open)

Control Panel

On/Off Button & Light

The Features

Rating

Plate

Water

container

Filter

Option Buttons and Lights

Ajustable feet

(to level dryer)

ECO

Light

Start/Pause

Button & Light

Model

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& Serial
Numbers

Air Intake
Grille

Heat Pump Filter Unit cover

handle

(Pull here to open)

Programme
Progress Light

Display Panel

Sensor Dry

Programme Knob

Timed Dry

The On/Off button/ light , if the dryer is running and this
button is pressed the dryer is turned off. The light signals that
your dryer is in use or ready to select a programme.

The Programmes knob sets the programme: rotate until the
indicator is pointing to the programme you want to select (see

Start and Programmes).

The Option buttons/ lights select available options for your
selected programme. The lights indicate that the option has

been selected (see Start and Programmes).

The Display Panel has three sections: Sensor Dry = Drying
level, Timed dry = Drying time and Time to End / Delay start
each with a corresponding selection button (see The Display).

START/PAUSE button with indicator light : when the
green indicator light flashes slowly, press the button to
start the programme. When the cycle has started, the
indicator light is illuminated in a fixed manner. To pause
the programme, press the button again; the indicator light
will turn orange and begin to flash again. To restart the
programme from the point at which it was interrupted, press
the button again (see Start and Programmes).
The Programme Progress Lights indicate each state of the
programme by turning on as appropriate.(see Start and

Programmes).

Delay
Timer

Clean Heat

Pump

Filter

Empty
Water /
Clean Filter

Button & Light

Light

The Empty Water indicator “H2O” signals that the water
container should be emptied. The light will take a few seconds
to go out after replacing the empty water container; the dryer
must be running for this to happen (see The Controls).
Note: if the water bottle is full the display shows “H2O” and
the indicator flashes, the heat is turned off and your clothes
will not dry.

The Empty Water Clean Filter Light gives a reminder
before every programme, that its essential to clean the filter and
empty the water container every time the dryer is used (see

Maintenance and Care).

The Clean Heat Pump Filter Light gives a reminder, that its
essential to clean this filter at regular intervals (see Maintenance

and Care).

The Child Lock button/light Press and hold this button after
selecting your programme and any options. This prevents the
programme settings from being changed.
When the light is lit the other buttons and programme knob are
disabled. Hold the button to cancel and the light will go out.

ECO Light - this light is illuminated as you select options that
use less energy (see the controls).

Child Lock

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The Display

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The Display has three sections each with its corresponding button.

Sensor Dry

After selecting a programme that has a Sensor Dry Option, press and release the button until the required dryness
sensing level is displayed. If the sensing option is not available the display will flash and the buzzer beeps three
times.

! Some drying programmes are not compatible with all 5 sensor drying levels.

Dryness levels available

Damp: the most delicate level which makes sure that your clothes are not dripping wet. After a

hand-wash the perfect level to then hang your clothes if you do not want to tumble dry them all the way to
the end.

Iron Dry: a very delicate drying, with the highest residual humidity. It is useful for garments you would like to

iron afterwards.

Hanger Dry: just the perfect drying level to hang the garments up.
Cupboard Dry: the garments are completely dry and are ready to be folded and placed in the cupboard.
Ready to Wear: the strongest level, used for clothes to be worn straight away once the cycle is completed.

Timed Dry

Delay Start

After selecting a Programme that has a Timed Dry Option, press the Timed Button to insert a drying time. The
display will reduce the selected time each time you press and release this button (see Start and Programmes).
Each press decreases the set time 220, 180, 150, 120, 90, 60, 40 and then repeats. If the Timed Dry option is
not available the display will flash and the buzzer beeps three times.The selected time remains displayed after the
programme starts and cannot be changed after the Start/Pause Button , is pressed.

! You can either choose a sensor dry level or a drying time.

After selecting a Programme that has a Delay Start Option a delay start time can be selected.
Each press of the Delay start button advances the delay setting in 1 hour increments from “1h” to “24h” then
“OFF” and then after five seconds cancels the delay.
For delays of 10 hours or more the display counts down the time in hours until 10 hours, then the display shows
“9:59” and then counts down in minutes. For delays of 9 hours or less the display shows hours and minutes and
then counts down in minutes for all of the delay.
After the Start/Pause Button is pressed the time cannot be changed.

When the delay period finished the symbol is off and the Time to End is displayed.
If you have chosen a timed drying the display during programming will show the drying time only in the timed
drying display in the middle. After having pressed start the machine will turn the time display on and visualize
the countdown of the programme time.

Time to End

If the delay icon is off the time displayed is the Time to End of the programme running.
When timed programmes are selected the time displayed throughout the cycle is the actual time remaining.
When an Automatic programme is selected the time displayed is an estimate of the time remaining.
When the programme is selected the display shows the time required to dry a full load, after around 10 minutes
the controller calculates a better estimate of the cycle time.
The time to end is displayed in hours and minutes and counts down each minute.
The colon between the hours and minutes display flashes to show that the time is counting down.
The Display also shows if there is a problem with your dryer, if this occurs the display will show F followed by a
fault code number, the four option lights and the pause light will also flash Orange

(see Troubleshooting).

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