User manual HOOVER VHC 680 F

[. . . ] Remove the machine from its packaging close to the final location of the machine. Cut carefully around the base of the packaging and up one corner. Make sure it is out of the reach of children, it is a potential source of danger. If damaged do not use and please call GIAS Service. [. . . ] You may be charged for a service call if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect installation. The plug should be accessible for disconnection after the appliance has been installed. The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes: Blue Brown Green and Yellow NEUTRAL LIVE EARTH 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. Do not plug the machine in and switch it on at the mains until the installation is completed. For your safety, this dryer must be correctly installed. If there is any doubt about installation, call GIAS Service for advice. Once the machine is in place the feet should be adjusted to ensure that the machine is level. 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. Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels. Check regularly that the air flowing through the dryer is not restricted. Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if necessary. The table shows approximate drying times, depending on the type of fabric and dampness of the clothes. The display will show the selected programme (see Programme Guide ) Acrylics/Synthetics button (Choix Textile) ­ Press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, the indicator above the button will light up. To change the heat setting the programme must be reset Low Heat - Indicator light ON High Heat - Indicator light OFF Start button (Départ) ­ Press Start to commence the selected drying programme. press for 5 seconds to cancel/reset the programme Delay Start button (Départ Différé) ­ Allows the user to delay the start of the drying cycle (see details of Operation on page 16) Buzzer button (Arrêt Sonnerie) ­ The buzzer is active in normal operation. To cancel the buzzer press the button and the indicator will light up Empty Water indicator (Réservoir Plein) ­ Lights when the water container tray is full Filter Care indicator (Entretien Filtre) ­ Lights when the filter needs cleaning Time to End indicator (Temps Restant) ­ Lights when the program starts Start Delay indicator (Départ Différé) ­ Light flashes when the program starts. When the tumble dryer is in use the drum and door may be VERY HOT. Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated. Gently remove lint using a soft brush or your fingertips. Snap the filter together and push back into place. Entretien Filtre lights when the filter needs cleaning. If the laundry is not drying check that the filter is not clogged. [. . . ] This delicate warm air cycle, lasting 12 minutes, can also be used to get woollens 'refreshed' after being stored in the wardrobe. the Fast Iron programme provides a conditioning and anticrease function. The dryer will heat the load for 9 minutes followed by a 3 minute cool down period and is especially good for garments which may have been left for some time prior to ironing, in a linen basket for example. Garments may also become stiffened when dried outside on a washing line or inside on radiators. [. . . ]