40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:58 Page 3 Introduction Please read and follow these instructions carefully and Check that no damage operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides important guidelines for safe use, installation, maintenance has occurred to the and some useful advice for best results when using your machine during transit.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:59 Page 4 Unpacking the product Cut carefully around the base of the packaging and up one corner. Remove the polythene sleeve and lift the dryer off the polystyrene base. Dispose of the packaging safely. Make sure it is out of the reach of children, it is a potential source of danger.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:59 Page 5 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.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:59 Page 6 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.
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...
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:59 Page 8 Ventilation Adequate ventilation must be provided in the room where the tumble dryer is located to prevent gases from appliances For your safety, this burning other fuels, including open fires, being drawn into the dryer must be correctly room during operation of the tumble dryer.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:59 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.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:59 Page 10 Drying advice Do not tumble dry: IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which have Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, garments with been treated with a dry PVC or leather trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as cleaning fluid or rubber sleeping bags, etc.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 16:59 Page 11 Controls and indicators EMPTY WATER FILTER CARE ACRYLICS/SYNTHETICS DRYING TIME INDICATOR INDICATOR BUTTON BUTTON SELECTOR Control panel and indicator lights ‘ON’ Button and Indicator – press to switch on, the indicator will light. ‘ACRYLICS/SYNTHETICS’ Button – press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, press again to select high temperature.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 17:00 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’ button. WARNING! When the tumble dryer is in use the drum and door may be VERY HOT.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 17:00 Page 13 Water Container The water removed from the laundry during the drying cycle is collected in a container at the bottom of the dryer. When the container is full the ‘EMPTY WATER’ indicator on the control panel will light, and the container MUST be emptied. However, we recommend that the container is emptied after each drying cycle.
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 17:01 Page 14 Open the lid located on the top of the container and empty the water. Refit the lid and slide the water container back into position. PUSH FIRMLY INTO PLACE. Refit the kickplate by engaging the hinges at the top and ‘snapping’...
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 17:01 Page 15 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. ●...
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 17:01 Page 16 Cleaning and Routine Maintenance Cleaning the dryer IMPORTANT ● Clean the filter and empty the water container after every Always switch off and drying cycle. remove the plug from the electricity supply ● Regularly clean the condenser. before cleaning this ●...
40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 17:01 Page 17 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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40003460.qxd 29/06/2005 17:01 Page 20 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. 40003460...