User manual HOOVER HDV7 FM

[. . . ] Always refer to the laundry care labels for directions on suitability for drying. WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard. WARNING Where the hot surface symbol is located the temperature rise during operation of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60 degrees C User's manual. This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this manual. [. . . ] The hose may be fitted through a wall or through an open door or window (fig. 2). The hose is 95mm (3. 75 inches) in diameter and will extend up to 1. 8 metres (6 feet). Venting hoses longer than 1. 8 metres (6 feet) are not recommended as the dryer performance will be reduced. Ensure that the venting hose is not kinked as this will prevent the dryer from working efficiently. 4 40000119. qxd 11-06-03 16:58 Page 5 Preparing the load Preparing the load Before using the dryer for the first time wipe the inside of the drum and door with a damp cloth. Make sure that the laundry you are going to dry is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, as shown by the care symbols on each item. Synthetics: Blouses, shirts, overalls, etc. made of polyester or polyamid, as well as for cotton/synthetic mixes. D) By drying level Sort into: Iron dry, cupboard dry, etc. For delicate articles press the `HEAT SETTING' button to select low drying temperature. Clothes preparation Check that all fastenings are closed and that pockets are empty. Place clothes loosely in the drum to make sure that they don't get tangled. Warning: Do not overload the drum, large items when wet can exceed the maximum admissible clothes load (for example: sleeping bags, duvets). Do not tumble dry: Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, garments with PVC or leather trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as sleeping bags, etc. IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which have been treated with a dry cleaning fluid or rubber clothes (danger of fire or explosion). Maximum drying weight Cottons Max. 3 kg Energy saving Only put into the tumble dryer laundry which has been thoroughly wrung or spin-dried. The drier the laundry the shorter the drying time thus saving electricity. ALWAYS try to dry the maximum weight of laundry, this will save time and electricity. NEVER exceed the maximum weight, this will waste time and electricity. ALWAYS check that the filter is clean before every drying cycle. NEVER put dripping wet items into the tumble dryer, this may damage the appliance. Sort the load as follows: A) By care symbols On the collar or inside seam: Suitable for tumble drying. B) By amount and thickness Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer capacity, separate clothes according to thickness (e. g. C) By type of fabric Cottons/linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed and table linen. 5 40000119. qxd 11-06-03 16:58 Page 6 Door Filter Opening the door Pull on handle to open the door. (fig 3). Filter IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before each drying cycle. 3 5 4 1. 5) 5 To restart the dryer, close the door and press the `ON' button. WHEN THE TUMBLE DRYER IS IN USE THE DRUM AND DOOR MAY BE VERY HOT. 3. [. . . ] Has been used incorrectly. 11 40000119. qxd 11-06-03 16:58 Page 12 Guarantee HOOVER Spares Always use genuine Hoover spares, available direct from Gias Service on 01204 556111. Hoovercare To maintain your HOOVER product in peak condition you may also wish to take out a Hoovercare policy, which for an annual payment provides a comprehensive maintenance and repair scheme. Not available in Eire. HOOVER Service For service and repairs call your local engineer on our national number 08705 400 600 (Eire-018301 666). Hoover Spares Hoover Service Repairs and General Enquiries 01204 556111 ­ 08705 400 600 ­ (Eire 018301 666) YOUR GUARANTEE Hoover guarantees all parts of this product for 5 years from the date of purchase. During that time HOOVER engineers will replace or repair all defective parts free of charge, except for parts subject to fair wear and tear such as belts. The engineers call out fee and labour costs are chargeable after the first 12 months. [. . . ]