40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:09 Page 3 Introduction Check that no damage has occurred to the machine during transit. Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides If it has, call for service important guidelines for safe use, installation, maintenance by GIAS.
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:21 Page 4 Safety reminders Installation ● 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. ● Do not use adapters, multiple connectors and/or extensions. ●...
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:22 Page 5 ● WARNING Foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances, when heated become ignited by spontaneous combustion. Items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads MUST NOT be dried in the tumble dryer.
Adjust the four feet to ensure the machine is firm and level. If the mains cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is ONLY obtainable from the Hoover spares service. It must be installed by a competent person. Call 01204 556111...
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 7 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. ●...
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40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 8 ● Do not restrict the flow of air through the hose e.g. by kinking it or fitting a smaller diameter connector to mount to a wall opening. ● Avoid the hose making U shaped curves as this will restrict the flow of air and increase the chance that water will collect in the hose.
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 9 Preparing the load 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.
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 10 Drying advice Do not tumble dry: IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which have Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings, delicate been treated with a dry embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, garments with PVC or leather trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as cleaning fluid or rubber sleeping bags, etc.
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 11 Controls and indicators DRYING TIME FILTER CARE ON/OFF ACRYLIC/SYNTHETIC SELECTOR INDICATOR BUTTON BUTTON Control panel and indicator lights ‘ON/OFF’ Button and Indicator – press to switch on, the indicator will light. ‘ACRYLIC/SYNTHETIC’ Button – press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, press again to select high temperature.
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 12 Door and Filter Opening the door Pull on handle to open the door. To restart the dryer, close the door and press the ‘ON/OFF’ button. WARNING! When the tumble dryer is in use the drum and door may be VERY HOT.
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 13 Operation Refer to the Drying guide table or the fabric labels to select the most suitable programme. ● Open the door and load the drum with laundry. Ensure that garments do not hinder closure of the door. ●...
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 14 Cleaning and Routine Maintenance Cleaning the dryer IMPORTANT ● Clean the filter after every drying cycle. Always switch off and remove the plug from ● After each period of use, wipe the inside of the drum and the electricity supply leave the door open for a while to allow circulation of air to dry it.
40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 15 Troubleshooting What might be the cause of... Defects you can remedy yourself Before calling GIAS Service for technical advice please run through the following checklist. A charge will be made if the machine is found to be working or has been installed incorrectly or used incorrectly.
● Has been used incorrectly. GIAS Service - Tel: 08705 400 600 Support Service for Eire - Tel: 018301 666 HOOVER Spares Always use genuine Hoover spares, available direct from GIAS Service. Hoover Spares Service Tel: 01204 556111 GIAS Service For service and repairs call your local engineer on our national number.
(door area). By doing this, your enquiry will be responded to more efficiently. Hoover guarantees all parts of this product for 5 years from the date of purchase. During that time Hoover will replace or repair all defective parts free of charge, except for parts subject to fair wear and tear such as belts.
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40005096.qxd 24/05/2007 12:10 Page 18 The manufacturer declines all responsibility in the event of any printing mistakes in this booklet. The manufacturer also reserves the right to make appropriate modifications to its products without changing the essential characteristics.
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