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- Page 1 COMPACT TUMBLE DRYERS USER HANDBOOK MODELS TS13 & TS14...
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Page 2: Before You Operate Your New Dryer
CHILDREN HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO CLIMB INTO TUMBLE DRYERS AND INJURE THEMSELVES. MAKE SURE THE EXHAUST AIR GRILLE AND VENT HOSE (OPTIONAL EXTRA MODEL TS13) ARE NOT BLOCKED OR OBSTRUCTED. MAKE SURE THAT THE MACHINE IS INSTALLED CORRECTLY AND HAS ADEQUATE VENTILATION. THE DRYER SHOULD NOT RECYCLE EXHAUST AIR. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Before you operate your new Dryer Electrical Requirements Get to know the main parts of your Dryer Where to put your Dryer What a tumble Dryer does How to use your Dryer Sorting your laundry How to load the Dryer Items not suitable for Tumble drying Items requiring special attention The Controls... -
Page 4: Electrical Requirements
Mains Lead Replacement Should the mains lead need replacing at any time please contact your nearest Hotpoint Service Office (see back page). A charge will be made for the replacement of the mains lead if you have damaged the lead or if you require a longer lead. -
Page 5: Get To Know The Main Parts Of Your Dryer
Bathrooms and Shower Rooms Regulations exist covering the use of electrical appliances in bathrooms and shower rooms. It is important that no socket outlet is provided in those areas and Hotpoint recommends that its appliances are not positioned there. Heat Selector Timer Knob... -
Page 6: What A Tumble Dryer Does
A FIRE HAZARD. Vent Hose Kit for model TS13 (Part No. 9037) This is an optional extra for model TS13 and its use is recommended where condensation is a particular problem. The Kit consists of an adaptor and flexible hose which will take the moist air directly from the machine and out through an open window –... -
Page 7: How To Use Your Dryer
High for cottons, synthetics and linens 2. Sort your laundry (see page 9) 4. Load the Dryer and close the door (see page 10) Model TS14 Push in full heat Button out for low heat Model TS13... - Page 8 7. When finished take out laundry. 8. Clean and replace Fluff Filter (see page 16) 9. Switch off electricity and remove plug from socket WARNING: WHEN SWITCHING ELECTRICITY ON OR OFF PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOUR HANDS ARE DRY.
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Page 9: Sorting Your Laundry
Sorting your laundry NOTE: The dryer is only intended for drying articles which have been well washed in water and detergent and have been well rinsed and spun. 1. It is best to sort everything into fabric groups. It is very important to follow carefully each garment manufacturer’s washing and drying instructions, as given on the Care Label attached to... -
Page 10: How To Load The Dryer
Making up Loads Clothes should be sorted into loads of similar fabrics before drying. Cotton which needs ironing can be dried to a suitable dampness. Towels and other cotton items which do not need ironing can be fully dried and these will be ready to wear or store as soon as they are taken from the dryer. -
Page 11: Items Not Suitable For Tumble Drying
Items not suitable for Tumble Drying Those containing foam rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic film, eg, pillows, cushions, PVC rainwear, or any other articles which are inflammable. Items contaminated with inflammable substances, eg, petrol, oil, paint, cleaning solvents, wax, creams, cooking fat or oil, or eg, towels contaminated with hair lacquer. -
Page 12: Items Requiring Special Attention
Items requiring special attention (cont'd) Blankets and Bedspreads The drying requirements for blankets and bedspreads will, of course, vary tremendously according to size and weight. Your Dryer will do a splendid job, often restoring the soft, fluffy feel they had when new. Some, however are, simply too big. -
Page 13: The Controls
The Controls Timer Control – Model TS13 To operate the dryer, close the door and turn the timer control from the zero position in a clockwise direction slightly past the required drying time, then back to set the exact time. - Page 14 Setting the Timer and starting the Dryer Consult the Drying Guide (on the opposite page) for drying times (times are also shown on the facia panel) and set the Timer by turning it clockwise to the required time. This will start the Dryer provided the door is closed and the Dryer plugged in.
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Page 15: Drying Times
Drying Times The time needed for drying clothes varies according to the following factors: 1. The amount of water which is left in the clothes after washing. 2. The weight of the load. A smaller load requires less time. 3. The type of fabric. More absorbent materials will take longer to dry. -
Page 16: How To Remove And Clean The Fluff Filter
How to remove and clean the Fluff Filter A very important part of your Dryer is the filter located on the inside of the door. It is there to trap the particles of lint and fluff which are normally blown away when clothes are dried on the washing line. -
Page 17: Caring For Your Machine
Hotpoint’s Parts Guarantee. If you do experience a problem with the appliance don’t take risks, call in Hotpoint’s own Service Engineer, see KEY CONTACTS (back cover). Our spare parts are designed exclusively to fit only Hotpoint appliances. Do not use them for any other purpose as you may create a safety hazard. -
Page 18: If Something Goes Wrong
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 Hotpoint Service Office. -
Page 20: Repair Service
Republic of Ireland: (01) 842 6836 08701 506070 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. 0366200001-01 PRINTED BY SIMLEX FOUR ASHES, WOLVERHAMPTON.
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