Hotpoint TDL13 User Handbook Manual
Hotpoint TDL13 User Handbook Manual

Hotpoint TDL13 User Handbook Manual

Hotpoint dryer user handbook

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USER HANDBOOK
MODELS
TDL12
TDL13
TDL32
TDL34
TVM35
You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance and
retain them for future reference.

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  • Page 1 USER HANDBOOK MODELS TDL12 TDL13 TDL32 TDL34 TVM35 You must read these instructions prior to using the appliance and retain them for future reference.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance and safety warnings. If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from Hotpoint Ltd., Celta Road, Peterborough, PE2 9JB. Page 14-17...
  • Page 3: For Your Safety

    For your safety IMPORTANT Using your Tumble Dryer is easy. Nevertheless, for your own safety and to get the best results it is important to know your Dryer by reading right through this handbook before using your dryer for the first time. NEVER Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.
  • Page 4: For Your Safety

    For your safety ALWAYS When the dryer is not in use, switch off at the wall, remove plug and close the door. ALWAYS Comply with the specified electrical requirements. ALWAYS Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate ventilation.
  • Page 5: Electrical Requirements

    Electrical Requirements Supply REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT REQUIREMENTS. (see diagram for location.) The flexible mains lead is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse. The plug should be connected to the mains supply via a suitable switched socket which is accessible after installing your dryer.
  • Page 6: Features - Get To Know The Main Parts Of Your Dryer

    Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer See “The Controls” Model and serial numbers Rating plate Caution Rear venting with hose NOTE: if your dryer is new wipe out the inside of the drum before you first use it to remove any dust which may have accumulated during transit.
  • Page 7: Where To Put And Vent Your Dryer

    Where to put and vent your dryer Your Tumble Dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob cooker, heater, or eye level grill as flames from the burners could cause damage to your machine. When the dryer is fitted under a work surface allow space for air to enter the rear grille, 10mm above the dryer minimum.
  • Page 8 Where to put and vent your dryer Permanent In conjunction with the vent hose we recommend the use of a Venting Wall/Window Vent Kit. These are available from your retailer or nearest Spares Centre. Wall/Window Fitting instructions are supplied with the kits, which can be mounted Venting through a wall or window.
  • Page 9: How To Use Your Dryer

    How to use your dryer 1. Plug in, switch on electricity. 3. Open the door. Check that the fluff filter is clean (see section “How to remove and clean the fluff filter”). 5. Select the relevant heat setting (see section “The Controls”).
  • Page 10: Sorting Your Laundry

    Sorting your laundry 1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before washing and drying. 2. See that all zips are closed, hooks and eyes are fastened and belt, strings etc. are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have done this for each item before the washing stage.
  • Page 11: Items Not Suitable For Tumble Drying

    Wash Care Labels Most of today’s fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no trouble at all, but there are certain fabric finishes which should be dried away from direct heat. The majority of garments now have wash-care labels on them, giving full washing and drying instructions.
  • Page 12: Items Requiring Special Attention

    Items requiring special attention Blankets and The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course, Bedspreads vary tremendously according to size and weight. Some, however are simply too big. if you have difficulty getting them into the Dryer, the machine will have difficulty drying them properly.
  • Page 13: How To Remove And Clean The Fluff Filter

    How to remove and clean the fluff filter Position of filter WARNING: NEVER USE SHEET FABRIC CONDITIONER. IT MAY FALL INTO THE FILTER AND RESTRICT THE AIRFLOW THROUGH THE DRYER To remove the filter A very important part of your dryer is the fluff filter at the front edge of the drum.
  • Page 14: The Controls

    Heat Selection The button is ‘OUT’ for HIGH heat and ‘IN’ for HIGH heat. TDL12 and TDL13 The choice of HIGH HEAT or LOW HEAT depends upon the fabric you wish to dry (see section, ‘Sorting your Laundry’) The ‘Cool...
  • Page 15 The Controls - Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Timer control Turn the timer clockwise to select the required drying time. The timer controls the drying time for both heat settings. All you have to do is turn the Timer Control clockwise until the required time appears in line with the indicator.
  • Page 16 The Controls - Heat Switch (OUT low heat, IN high heat) Setting Delayed When using the Time Delay, select the number of delay hours you require Start before selecting the drying time. Select the delay period by rotating the timer knob in a clockwise direction, to the number of hours delay you require.
  • Page 17: The Controls

    The Controls - (ii) Easy Iron This is a short programme of approximately 10 minutes to condition previously Cycle dried clothes. See section ‘Easy Iron Programme’. It consists of a period of heating followed by a short cool tumble period (as detailed below).
  • Page 18: Guide To Drying Times

    Guide to Drying Times Please note that the Drying Times stated below and on appliance control panel are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by: The amount of Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning, also the water remaining in suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may the clothes after...
  • Page 19: 'Easy Iron' Programme

    Easy Iron Programme - Selected Models ‘Easy Iron’ provides a short programme consisting of approximately 7.5 minutes of heat with an approximately 2.5 minutes cool tumble period. It is a short conditioning programme that softens the fibres allowing them to relax making handling and ironing easier and less time consuming.
  • Page 20: Caring For Your Dryer

    Caring for your Dryer Your tumble dryer needs very little attention. The following simple steps will keep it performing well. When finished Switch off electricity and remove plug. After each load Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small items like handkerchiefs do not get missed.
  • Page 21: If Something Goes Wrong

    If something goes wrong First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than not, this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to carry on without having to telephone your Service Office.
  • Page 22: If It Still Won't Work

    If it still won’t work... Contact the Service Office if something is still wrong with your machine after you’ve been through the check-list on the previous page: 1. Switch off and unplug your machine from the mains. 2. Call your nearest Service Office or local importer (outside the UK).
  • Page 24: Key Contacts

    Genuine Parts & Accessories Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836 For further product information All Hotpoint Services are offered as an extra benefit and do not affect your statutory rights. General Domestic Appliances Ltd, Peterborough, PE2 9JB. PRINTED BY SIMLEX FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON.

This manual is also suitable for:

Tdl12Tdl34Tdl32Tvm35

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