Instruction booklet TUMBLE DRYER GB English Contents Installation, 2 Laundry, 3 Warnings, 4 Care and Maintenance, 6 Dryer Description, 8 The Display, 9 AQUALTIS AQC9 BF7 Start and Programmes, 10 Troubleshooting, 15 Service, 16 www.hotpoint.eu This symbol reminds you to read this instruction manual. ! Keep this manual at hand for immediate reference whenever necessary.
Installation Where to install the tumble dryer 10 mm If the dryer is installed below a worktop, ensure there are 10 mm between the upper panel of the dryer and any objects above it, and 15 mm between the sides of the machine and the walls or furniture 15 mm 15 mm units adjacent to it. This ensures adequate air circulation. The appliance must be installed with the rear surface placed against a wall.
Laundry Sorting laundry Drying times • Check the symbols on the care labels of the various garments to verify whether the garments can be safely tumble dried. • Sort laundry according to the type of fabric. • Empty all pockets and check for loose buttons. • Close zips and hooks and fasten belts and strings without tightening them. • Wring out garments to remove the maximum amount of water possible.
Warnings GB ! This appliance has been designed and built according to international safety standards. These warnings are given for safety reasons and must be followed carefully. General safety • This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved.
flammable or explosive substances. Highly flammable substances commonly used in domestic environments including cooking oil, acetone, denatured alcohol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes and wax removers. Ensure these items have been washed in hot water with an extra amount of detergent before being dried in the tumble dryer. • Do not tumble dry items containing foam rubber (also known as latex foam), or similarly textured rubber like materials.
Care and maintenance GB Disconnecting the power supply ! Disconnect the dryer when not in use or during cleaning and maintenance operations. Cleaning the filter after each cycle The filter is a fundamental component of the dryer: its function is to collect lint and fluff that form during drying. Clean the filter once drying is completed, by rinsing it under running water or cleaning it with a vacuum cleaner.
Cleaning the tumble dryer • The external metal, plastic and rubber parts can be cleaned with a damp cloth. • Clean the front air intake grille regularly (every 6 months) with a vacuum cleaner to remove any lint, fluff or dust deposits. Furthermore, remove any lint deposits from the front part of the condenser and from the filter area, using a vacuum cleaner every so often. ! Do not use solvents or abrasives.
Dryer Description To open door The Features GB Rating Plate Water container Pull on handle Model & Serial Numbers Filter Air Intake Grille Condenser unit (cover open) Condenser cover handle (Pull to open) Control Panel On/Off Button & Light Option Buttons and Lights Start/Pause Programme ECO Light Button & Light Progress Light Display Panel Programme Knob Sensor Dry Timed Dry The On/Off button/ light , if the dryer is running and this button is pressed and held for more than 3 seconds the dr
The Display The Display has three sections each with its corresponding button. GB Sensor Dry After selecting a programme that has a Sensor Dry Option, press and release the button until the required dryness sensing level is displayed. If the sensing option is not available the display will flash and the buzzer beeps three times. ! Some drying programmes are not compatible with all sensor drying levels.
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 and the water container is empty and in place (see Maintenance). 4. Load the machine and make sure that the 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.
Shirts - Low Heat option • This is a programme for Shirts made from synthetic materials or a mixture of natural and synthetics materials such as Polyester and Cotton. • It can be used for load sizes up to 3 kg (approximately 14 shirts). • The duration of this programme will depend on the size of the load, the dryness setting selected and the spin speed used in your washer. • Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to wear; the edges or seams may be slightly damp.
GB Anti Allergy The programme has the ‘Seal of Approval’ endorsement from ‘Allergy UK’, which reflects the effective reduction and elimination of allergens from the clothes. With this programme, thanks to the achievement of constant temperature for an extended period of time, the effects of the most common allergens (including House Dust Mite) are neutralized. Can be used on wet load to dry and treat or on a dry load just to treat your laundry.Maximum load is 9 kg for a wet load and 4 kg for a dry load.
Programmes Table ! If the On/Off light is not lit; Press the On/Off Button Programme Easy Iron Refresh Standard Cotton** What it does How to set it Brief programme (approximately 10 minutes) that softens fibres of clothing that is ready for ironing. 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2. Select Alarm Option if required. 3. Press the Start Button . . ! This is not a drying programme (see previous page). Options available Sound . 20 min cool programme to air your clothes 1.
GB Programme What it does How to set it Dries your sports clothes. 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2. Select any Options if required. 3. Press the Start Button . Dries your cuddly toy. 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2. Select any Options if required. 3. Press the Start Button . Heats your towel & bathrobe. 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2. Press the Start Button . Activewear Cuddly Toys Notes / Options available . . . Sound or Crease care Sound . Delay Start . Delay Start . .
Troubleshooting One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the following troubleshooting suggestions. Problem: Possible causes / Solutions: The dryer won’t start. • The plug is not plugged into the socket, or not making contact. • There has been a power failure. • The fuse has blown. Try to plug another appliance into the socket. • You are using an extension cord. Try to plug the dryer’s power cord directly into the socket.
Service 01/2017 - Xerox Fabriano GB Before contacting the Technical Assistance Centre: Spare parts • Follow the troubleshooting guide to check whether problems can be solved personally (see Troubleshooting). • If not, switch the dryer off and contact the Technical Assistance Centre closest to you. This dryer is a complex machine.
