User manual HOOVER VHC180

[. . . ] 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:13 Page 1 Instruction Book Condenser Tumble Dryer ® 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:13 Page 2 Contents Introduction . . 5 5 5 6 6 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Electrical requirements . 19 2 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:13 Page 3 Introduction Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides important guidelines for safe use, installation, maintenance and some useful advice for best results when using your machine. [. . . ] Prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer as these may obstruct the air inlet and outlet. NEVER install the dryer up against curtains. 08705 400 600 (Eire 018301 666) AIR INLET VENTS AIR OUTLETS AIR OUTLETS IN THE BASE 8 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:14 Page 9 Preparing the load Before using the tumble dryer for the first time: Please read this instruction book thoroughly. 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. Check that the filter is clean before every drying cycle. NEVER Exceed the maximum weight, this will waste time and electricity. Put dripping wet items into the tumble dryer, this may damage the appliance. During the last 15 minutes the load is always tumbled in cool air. 10 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:14 Page 11 Controls and indicators DRYING TIME SELECTOR EMPTY WATER INDICATOR FILTER CARE INDICATOR ON/OFF BUTTON ACRYLIC/SYNTHETIC BUTTON Control panel and indicator lights `ON/OFF Button and Indicator ­ press to switch on, the indicator will light. `ACRYLIC/SYNTHETIC' Button ­ press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, press again to select high temperature. HIGH heat setting LOW heat setting `DRYING TIME' Selector ­ selects drying time or the Fast Iron option. `FILTER CARE' Indicator ­ lights when the filter needs cleaning. `EMPTY WATER' Indicator ­ lights when the water container is full. 11 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:15 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/OFF' button. WARNING!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. Filter IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before each drying cycle. Gently remove lint using a soft brush or your fingertips. Snap the filter together and push back into place. Filter Care Indicator Lights when the filter needs cleaning. If the laundry is not drying check that the filter is not clogged. 12 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:15 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. NOTE: Very little water will collect during the first few cycles of a new machine as an internal reservoir is filled first. To remove the container 1. Gently pull the bottom of the kickplate so that it unclips from the dryer. The top section can then be unhinged allowing the kickplate to be completely removed. 2. Pull firmly on the handgrip and slide the water container out of the dryer. Support the container with both hands. When full, the water container will weigh about 4kg. 13 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:15 Page 14 3. 5. Open the lid located on the top of the container and empty the water. [. . . ] Switch off the dryer and contact the GIAS service number 08705 400 600 for advice. 17 The dryer does not operate. . . The dryer is noisy. . . The Filter Care Indicator is on. . . Empty Water Indicator is on. . . 40005100. qxd 17/05/2007 16:15 Page 18 Customer Service Note: If the supply cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is only available from GIAS Service or an authorised Hoover Dealer. Should there still be a problem with your dryer after completing all the recommended checks, please call the national GIAS Service number for advice. They may be able to assist you over the telephone or arrange for a suitable appointment for an engineer to call under the terms of your guarantee. [. . . ]