Russell Hobbs RH8CTD600 Instruction manual

8kg Condenser Tumble Dryer

Instruction manual

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Model number:

RH8CTD600(B)(R)

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Contents

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Safety information

………………………………… 3 - 6

Before using your appliance

………………………………… 7

Control

panel ………………………………… 8 - 9

Installation

………………………………… 10 - 11

Operating

instructions ………………………………… 12 - 16

Programme table

………………………………… 17

Care and maintenance

………………………………… 18 - 19

Trouble shooting

………………………………… 20 - 21

Technical specification

………………………………… 22

Product fiche

………………………………… 22

Connection

to mains supply ………………………………… 23

Guarantee

………………………………… 24

Notes

………………………………… 25 - 27

• This tumble dryer is intended for NORMAL DOMESTIC USE ONLY.

• Adequate ventilation must be provided around the tumble dryer.

• Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting other

fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuel.

• Please note it is not recommended that the dryer is placed directly next to ovens,
cookers, or other heat sources as the performance of the dryer may be affected.

• A carpet must not obstruct the ventilation openings in the base of the dryer.

• Do not stack the tumble dryer on top of other appliances .

• Any electrical work required to install the appliance should be carried out by a

qualified person.

• It is important to clean the lint filter after each drying cycle or the restrictions to
airflow will extend drying times and could cause the safety cut-out to trip.

• Under no circumstances should anything other than the recommended articles be
placed in the tumble dryer.

• The tumble dryer should be serviced by an appointed service team with genuine
parts. Please contact the service team below for assistance with any repairs.

• It is dangerous to alter or modify the product in any way other than fitting

authorized accessories.

• We recommend that the appliance is unplugged each time after use. It should
always be disconnected from the electricity supply when not in use for long
periods of time.

• The rear of the dryer gets quite hot during use. Position the dryer so that the back
is not accessible while in operation, but ensure that the sides have a space
available to allow airflow. Use the hose to assist with the ventilation.

Important information

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• The special mains cable and plug assembly must only be replaced with a genuine
part from the manufacturer, please contact the customer support team below .

• It is important to clean fluff from the window of the dryer and around the door
seal after each drying cycle.

• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons
with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not
play with the appliance.

• Children should be supervised to ensure they do not play with the appliance.

• The plug of the appliance must be connected to a three-core socket with an earth

wire grounded properly.

• If the supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, please
contact the customer support team listed below.

• Do not disconnect the plug from the socket by pulling the power supply cord.
Always hold the plug when disconnecting.

• Do not attempt to disconnect the plug from the socket with wet hands.

• Do not over bend the power cord.

• Do not put too much stress or heavy weights on the power cord.

• Do not use the appliance if the power cord, socket, or plug are damaged.

• Do not install the appliance close to a fire or heat source.

• Do not rest anything burning, such as a candle, on the appliance.

• Do not install the appliance in a damp environment, the dampness may cause

damage to the tumble dryer.

• Do not install the tumble dryer in direct sunlight, or in a hot environment.

• Do not use excessive, or high pressure water when cleaning the tumble dryer.

• Do not use the appliance to dry cushions, quilts, duvets, or similar items.

• Do not place items that have any type of oil soaked in to the fabric, in the tumble

dryer. There is a potential the oil could catch on fire.

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Important information

• Make sure clothing is fully rinsed of detergent and stain remover, before placing in
the tumble dryer.

• Do not put combustible liquid or solids, such as oil, gasoline, petrol and alcohol into
the appliance or nearby.

• Remove all objects from pockets before use, especially potentially flammable items
such as lighters and matches.

• If leakage of a combustible liquid occurs near the appliance, do not connect or
disconnect the mains plug.

• This appliance is designed for domestic use only. It should not be used for purposes
other than those for which it was designed.

• Only dry fabrics that are designed to be machine dried. Follow the instructions on
each garment label.

• Adjust the feet so that adequate air can circulate freely under the appliance,
especially if the appliance is placed on a carpeted floor.

• Do not climb on to the dryer or rest heavy objects, heating devices, or items
containing water or liquid on to the dryer. They may all cause damage.

• Repairs must only be carried out by a qualified professional, if there is a problem,
please contact the customer service company listed below.

• Make sure items that may cause damage do not get in to the dryer, items such as
coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones. Check the pockets on all the items of
clothing.

• Check the appliance is not standing or pressing on the power cable.

• Foam rubber, latex, shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and any

other items with foam rubber pads should not be dried in the tumble dryer.

• Always unplug the appliance after use, clean and maintain.

• Do not overload the appliance.

• Do not place clothes that are dripping wet in the tumble dryer.

• Clothes that have been in contact with volatile liquids should not be machine dried.

Any fluid should be fully removed from the item before it can be dried.

• Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.

• The final part of a tumble drying cycle occurs without heat (cool down cycle) to

ensure the items are not damaged. Do not stop the dryer before it has fully finished
the drying cycle.

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Important information

WARNING: Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of a drying cycle, unless the

items are removed very quickly

• Do not use a two-way adaptor, or extension lead. The dryer must be connected

to its own socket.

• Do not block the air inlets at the front, base, rear and side of your dryer.

• Do not allow fluff to accumulate around the tumble dryer. There is a risk the

fluff may cause a fire.

• Do not exceed the recommended maximum load.

• Do not place articles in the dryer if anything other than a water solution has

been used in the cleaning process.

• Do not attempt to dry dripping wet articles.

• Do not use the tumble dryer if you suspect that it is damaged in any way. Under

no circumstances should you attempt to repair the appliance yourself. Repairs
carried out by inexperienced persons may cause serious injury. Contact the
helpline on the telephone number listed below.

• Do not let children play with the packaging supplied with this appliance.

• Do not handle laundry in the dryer, until it has stopped completely.

• Check the dryer contains only laundry before closing the door to start it

working.

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Warnings

Before using your appliance

Before installation, check that all parts are present. If any parts are missing,
please contact the product care service team on: 0345 208 8750.

Feature Diagram

Note: The drawings in the book may vary from your dryer. They are designed to show
the different features of all models covered by this
book. Your model may not include all features.

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1. Water tank & cover

2. Condenser unit

3. Condenser cover

4. Control panel

5. Door

6. Fluff filter

7. Adjustable feet

8. Hose holder

9. Drain hose

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Control panel

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1. On/Off (see page 13)

Press the button to turn the dryer on and off

2. Programme dial (see page 14 & 17)

Choose the correct programme for the load by selecting one of the 12 programmes.

3. Gentle button & indicator (see page 13)

To reduce the temperature your laundry is dried at. When the indicator is lit constantly it
indicates that the gentle function has been activated.

4. Anti-crease button & indicator (see page 14)

To reduce creasing of clothes. When the indicator is lit constantly it indicates that the anti-

crease function has been activated.

5. Start/pause button (see page 14)

Press to start or pause the drying cycle.

6. Time button (see page 14)

Press to choose the amount of time you want the time programme to last (20 – 60 mins).
The time should be selected prior to pressing the start button.

7. Delay button (see page 14)

Press to choose the amount of time you want the selected programme to be delayed by (1
– 24 hours). The delay time should be selected prior to pressing the start button.

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8. LED display (see page 15)

The displays will show the below information:

• Approximate time duration of a programme when selected

• Counts down the time of a programme after it has been started

• How long a programme has been delayed by (if selected).

• Error codes, warning symbols and if the child lock has been activated

9. Drying status indicators (see page 15)

Indicates which part of the drying process the selected programme is at.

10. Water tank & cover (see page 19)

The water extraction from the wet laundry that has been dried deposits in a water tank at
the top left corner under the water tank cover. For the dryer to operate at optimum
efficiency the water tank should be emptied after every drying cycle.