Hotpoint tvfg 65c User Manual

Instruction booklet

TUMBLE DRYER

English

! 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.

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Contents

TVFG 65C Futura

Important information, 2

Installation, 3-4

Where to put your dryer Ventilation Electrical connection Levelling your dryer Before you start using your dryer

Dryer description, 5

The front The back Control panel

The Display, 6

Start and programmes, 7-11

Choosing a programme Programmes and Tables The controls

Laundry, 12-13

Sorting your laundry Wash care labels Special clothing items Drying times

Warnings and Suggestions, 14

General safety Saving energy and respecting the environment

Maintenance and Care, 15

Switching off the electricity Cleaning the filter after each cycle Check the drum after each cycle Cleaning the dryer

Troubleshooting, 16

Service, 17

Disposal

Hotpoint Guarantee, 19

Hotpoint After Sales Service, 20

Important

Information Installation Description The Display

Start and

Programmes Laundry

Warnings and

Suggestions Troubleshooting Service

Maintenance

and Care

Important Information

! You MUST clean the fluff filter after EVERY drying cycle.

Fluff Filter...

! 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.

STEP 1.

Open the door of your dryer.

STEP 2.

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

STEP 3.

Open the filter and clean any fluff deposits from the filter mesh.

For your Venting dryer to operate efficiently, you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below:

STEP 4.

Refit the filter, with the curved side towards you.

STEP 5.

Make sure the filter is pushed fully home.

- NEVER run the dryer without the filter in position.

! You MUST clean fluff build up around the filter housing and the vent tube periodically, EVERY two or three months:

- Check the vent tube and any permanent venting fixture to make sure that there has been no accumulation of fluff or lint, and remove it.

- Remove lint that collects around the filter and the outlet vents.

Description The Display

Start and

Programmes Laundry

Warnings and

Suggestions Troubleshooting Service

Maintenance

and Care

Installation

Permanent venting

In conjunction with the vent tube we recommend using a Wall/Window Vent Kit, available at a retail location or the nearest Spare Parts Dealer.

Wall mounting

1. Leave an opening in the wall to the left of the dryers proposed position.

2. Keep the tube as short and straight as possible to prevent condensed moisture from backing up into the dryer.

3. Similarly, the duct in the wall should slope downwards towards the outside.

Window mounting

1. With a stacked dryer the hole in the window should ideally be made below the vent.

2. The tube should be kept as short as possible.

Depending on how often you use your dryer, it is essential that areas A and B are checked periodically to remove lint or debris. The vent tube adaptor must be fitted securely thus preventing any humid air from being emitted back into the room. ! The Dryer should not be pushed so far back that the tube adaptor is pulled out of position or the tube is squashed or bent. ! The tube should be kept clear of the air intake vent and kinks or ‘U’ bends must be avoided as these will obstruct the tube or trap condensation.

Where to put your dryer

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Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges, stoves, heaters, or cook tops because flames can damage the appliance.

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If you are going to install the appliance under a work counter, be sure to leave a 10mm space between the top and any other objects on or above the machine and a 15mm space between the sides and lateral furnishings

or walls. This is to ensure proper air circulation. Make sure that the back vents are not obstructed.

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Make sure you put your dryer in an environment that is not damp and has proper air circulation throughout, the dryer will not operate efficiently in an enclosed space or cupboard.

! 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.

Ventilation

The Dryer dries your laundry by drawing in cool, clean and relatively dry air, heating it, and then distributing it through the clothes as they are gently tumbled. For optimum performance, the moist air is then blown out through a vent tube at the back of the dryer. When the dryer is in use, there has to be adequate ventilation to avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires.

Mobile venting

A vent tube must always be fitted when the dryer is used in conjunction with Mobile Venting. The tube must be fitted securely into the back of the dryer (see Dryer Description). If possible, it is always best to connect the tube to a permanent outlet close to the dryer. If permanent installation is not possible, the dryer will work just as well with the tube passing through a partly-opened window.

! Ensure that the end of the tube is not directed toward the air intake vent at the rear of the dryer.

! The vent tube should not exceed 2.4 metres in length and should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff, lint and water by shaking it out frequently. Always ensure that the tube is not squashed.

Minimum gap 10mm

Minimum gaps

15mm

Important

Information Installation

Installation

Open window venting

The end of the tube should be directed downwards, to prevent warm moist air from condensing in the room or in the dryer.

! Ensure that the dryer is adequately ventilated and that the end of the vent tube is not directed towards the air intake duct. ! The vent tube must always be fitted for optimum performance. ! Make sure that the vent tube and air intake vents are not obstructed or blocked.

! The dryer must not recycle exhaust air. ! Misusing a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard. ! Do not discharge exhaust air into a flue which is

used for exhaust fumes from other appliances that burn gas or other fuels. ! Do not discharge exhaust air into an extraction system or any duct with an extractor fan. This will affect the way the thermal controls operate and can result in a fire hazard.

Electrical connections

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

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The socket must be grounded.

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The socket must be able to sustain the machines maximum power, which is indicated on the rating label (see Dryer Description).

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Power voltage must be within the values indicated on the rating label (see Dryer Description).

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The socket must be compatible with the dryers plug. Should this not be the case, replace the plug or the socket.

! The dryer must not be installed outdoors, even if the space is sheltered. It can be very dangerous if it is exposed to rain or storms. ! Once installed, the dryers electrical wire and plug must be within easy reach.

! Do not use extension cords. ! The power cord must not be bent or squashed. ! The power cord supplied is fitted with a BS1363 plug

and a 13 amp BS1362 fuse. If you need to replace the fuse, use only those rated at 13 amp (13A) and ASTA approved to BS1362.

Moulded plug

! The plug must not be used without the fuse cover in place. 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.

Green and Yellow (Earth) wire to terminal marked ‘E’, symbol , or coloured green and yellow.

13A ASTA approved fuse to BS1362.

Brown (Live) wire to terminal marked ‘L’ or coloured red.

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

Cord clamp

Changing the plug

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

! 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 supply cord should be checked periodically and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this dryer and fitted only by authorised technicians (see Service). New or longer power cords are supplied at an extra charge by authorised 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 your dryer

The dryer must be installed level for correct operation.

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, use a wooden block to support it while adjusting the two front legs up or down, until your dryer is level.

Before you start using your dryer

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

Dryer Description

Important

Information Installation Description The Display

Start and

Programmes Laundry

Warnings and

Suggestions Troubleshooting Service

Maintenance

and Care

Control panel

PROGRAMME

knob

Display Unit &

Selection Buttons

START/PAUSE

Button & Light

CHILD LOCK

Button & Light

HEAT LEVEL

Button & Lights

ON/OFF

Button

CLEAN FILTER

Icon

Indicator

OPTION

Buttons & Lights

The ON/OFF button : If the dryer is running and this button is pressed and held for more that 3 seconds the dryer is turned off, it counts down 3, 2, 1, Off and the programme is then cancelled. Press and hold for more than 3 seconds and the dryer reactivates.

The PROGRAMMES knob sets the programme: rotate it 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. If an option is not available the buzzer will beep three times (see Start and Programmes).

The START/PAUSE button/light starts a selected programme. When you press this button there will be one beep and the progress lights will flash to confirm the action. When a programme is running, holding this button in pauses the programme and stops the dryer. The light is green when programme is running, flashing amber if the programme has been paused or flashing green if on standby waiting to start a programme (see Start and Programmes).

Note: This light also flashes amber during the Post Care phase of a programme.

The Display Unit gives an indication of the drying or delay time together with icons that light to give warning information and show the status of your programmes progress. The three buttons below the display select ‘Automatic’ or ‘Timed Dry’ and if required a delayed start (see Start and Programmes or The Display).

The CLEAN FILTER icon : gives a reminder before every programme, that it is essential to clean the filter every time the dryer is used (see Maintenance and Care).

The CHILD LOCK button/light : Press and hold this button after selecting your programme and any options, the light turns on. This prevents the programme settings from being changed. When the light is lit, the other buttons are disabled. Hold the button to cancel and the light will go out.

Control Panel

Drum

Model & Serial numbers

Filter

The front The back

Air Intake Vent

Vent Tube fitted here

Caution: Hot!

Rating plate

The Display

The Display has three main functions, each with its corresponding button.

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 with your selected programme, the display will flash and the buzzer will beep three times. ! Some sensing programmes do not have all five dryness level options available.

Dryness levels:

Damp Dry: Dries your items ready to be ironed using a machine or rotary ironer.

Iron Dry: Dries your items ready to be ironed with a hand iron.

Hanger Dry: Dries your clothes ready to be hanged for final drying.

Use this programme if you do not need the items to be fully dry as it uses less energy.

Cupboard Dry: Dries your items ready to be put away.

Extra Dry: Dries your clothes ready to be worn.

Timed Dry

Dryness Sensing Levels

Delay Timer

24h

OFF

9.59

After selecting a programme that has a Delay Timer option, a delay start time can be selected. Each press of the Delay Timer button advances the delay setting in 30 minutes increments from to and then increments from to then 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 and then continues to count down in minutes. For delays 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 delay time can be changed or cancelled. When the delay period finishes the delay icon is off and the Time to End is displayed.

0:30

9:30

Time to End

If the delay icon is off the time displayed is the Time to End for the programme running. When timed programmes are selected the time displayed throughout the cycle is the actual time remaining. When Automatic programmes are 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 and this is updated during the programme. The Time to End is displayed in hours and minutes and counts down each minute. The colons between the hours and minutes in the display flash to show 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 three option lights and the START/PAUSE light will also flash amber (see Troubleshooting).

After selecting a programme that has a Timed Dry option, press the button and the Timed Dry icon will light, the display will reduce the selected time each time you press and release this button (see Start and Programmes). Each programme that has a timed option has different times available and the selection of up to 11 drying times will also depend on the heat setting that your have selected.

Each press of the button decreases the drying time. If you change your mind, press the Sensor Dry button and the sensing level options are available.

If the Timed Dry option is not available the Timed Dry icon will flash and the buzzer will beep three times. The selected time remains displayed after the programme starts and can be changed during the programme if you wish.

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