Instruction booklet TUMBLE DRYER Contents English Important information, 2 GB Important Information GB Installation, 3-4 Installation Where to put your dryer Ventilation Electrical connection Levelling your dryer Before you start using your dryer Dryer description, 5 The front The back Control panel Description Start and programmes, 6-8 TVF760 Choosing a programme Table of programmes Laundry, 9-10 Start and Programmes Sorting your laundry Wash care labels Special clothing items Drying times
Important Information GB For your Venting dryer to operate efficiently, you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below: Fluff Filter... ! You MUST clean the fluff filter after EVERY drying cycle. STEP 1. Open the door of your dryer. STEP 2. Pull out the filter (using the two finger grips). STEP 4. Refit the filter. - Make sure the arrows are facing you. STEP 5. Make sure the filter is pushed fully home. - NEVER run the dryer without the filter in position. STEP 3.
Installation Where to put your dryer Permanent venting Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges, stoves, heaters, or cook tops because flames can damage the appliance. ● If you are going to install the Minimum gap 10mm appliance under a work counter, be sure to leave a 10mm space between the top and any other objects on or above the machine and a 15mm space between the Minimum gaps 15mm sides and lateral furnishings or walls. This is to ensure proper air circulation.
Installation GB Open window venting ! Do not use extension cords. The end of the tube should be directed downwards, to prevent warm moist air from condensing in the room or in the dryer. ! The power cord must not be bent or squashed. ! The power supply cord should be checked periodically and replaced by a cord specially prepared for this dryer and fitted only by authorised technicians (see Service). New or longer power cords are supplied at an extra charge by authorised dealers..
Dryer Description The front The back Control Panel GB Rating plate Drum Air Intake Vent Important Information Installation Vent Tube fitted here Description Model & Serial numbers Caution: Hot! Filter Control panel PROGRAMMES Knob The OPTION buttons/lights select available options for your selected programme. The lights indicate that the option has been selected. If an option is not available the buzzer will beep three times (see Start and Programmes).
Start and Programmes GB Choosing a programme 1. Plug the dryer into the electrical socket. 2. Sort your laundry according to fabric type (see Laundry). 3. Open the door and make sure the filter is clean and in place (see Maintenance). 4. Load the machine and make sure items are not in the way of the door seal. Close the door. 5. If the On/Off light is not lit: Press the ON/OFF button . 6.
Start and Programmes Programmes is not lit; Press the ON/OFF button and then select programme. How to set it... Note: 1 Cottons Dries your clothes on High heat setting, ready for wearing. 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 1. 2. Select any Options, if required. 3. Press the START/PAUSE button . Options available: Delay Start Pre Care Post Care Dries your clothes on High heat setting, ready for putting away. 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2. 2. Select any Options, if required. 3.
Start and Programmes GB The Controls PROGRAMMES knob DISPLAY ● ● ! Warning, if after pressing the Start/Pause button the programme knob position has changed, the new position will NOT change the programme selected. To change a selected programme, press the Start/Pause button , the light flashes Amber to indicate the programme is paused. Select the new programme and any options required, the light will then flash green. Press the Start/Pause button again and the new programme will start.
Laundry Sorting your laundry Wash Care Labels Check symbols on clothing labels to make sure that the articles can be tumble dried. ● Sort laundry by fabric type. ● Empty pockets and check buttons. ● Close zippers and hooks and tie loose belts and strings. ● Wring out each item in order to eliminate as much excess water as possible. ! Do not load dripping wet clothes into the dryer. Look at the labels on your garments, especially when tumble drying for the first time.
Laundry GB Special clothing items Times are approximate and can vary depending upon: Blankets and Bedspreads: acrylic items (Acilan, Courtelle, Orion, Dralon) must be dried with special care on LOW heat setting. Avoid drying for a long period of time. ● ● Pleated or creased garments: read the manufacturer’s drying instructions on the garment. Starched articles: do not dry these with non-starched items.
Warnings and Suggestions General safety ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Wring out items to eliminate excess water before tumble drying (if you use a washing machine first, select a high spin cycle). Doing this will save time and energy during drying. Always dry full loads - you save energy: single items or small loads take longer to dry. Clean the filter after each use to contain energy consumption costs (see Maintenance).
Maintenance and Care GB Switching off the electricity Check the drum after each cycle Unplug your dryer when not using it, when cleaning it and during all maintenance operations. Turn the drum manually in order to remove small items (handkerchiefs) that could have been left behind. Cleaning the drum Clean the filter after each cycle The filter is an important part of your dryer: it accumulates lint and fluff that is formed while drying. Small items could also become trapped in the filter.
Troubleshooting One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the following troubleshooting suggestions: Possible causes / Solution: The tumble dryer won’t start. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Its taking a long time to dry. ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Troubleshooting The display briefly shows every 6 seconds. If the display shows F10 or F15: - Turn off and remove the plug. Clean the filter (see Maintenance).
Service GB Before calling the Service Centre: Use the troubleshooting guide to see if you can solve the problem yourself (see Troubleshooting). If not, turn off the dryer and call the Service Centre closest to you. ● ● What to tell the Service Centre: name, address and post code. ● telephone number. ● the type of problem. ● the date of purchase. ● the appliance model (Mod.). ● the serial number (S/N). This information can be found on the data label inside the door of the machine.
Guarantee 12 months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturer’s guarantee, which covers the cost of breakdown repairs for twelve months from the date of purchase. This gives you the reassurance that if, within that time, your appliance is proven to be defective because of either workmanship or materials, we will, at our discretion, either repair or replace the appliance at no cost to you.
195067271.02 W 11/2009 - SIMLEX . Four Ashes, Wolverhampton After Sales Service No one is better placed to care for your Hotpoint appliance during the course of its working life than us - the manufacturer. Essential Contact Information Hotpoint Service We are the largest service team in the country offering you access to 400 skilled telephone advisors and 1100 fully qualified engineers on call to ensure you receive fast, reliable, local service. UK: 08448 224 224 Republic of Ireland: 0818 313 413 www.