Instruction booklet TUMBLE DRYER Contents GB English,1 GB Important Information, 2-3 Installation, 4 Where to put your dryer Ventilation Electrical connection Before you start using your dryer Dryer Description, 5 Open the door The Features Control Panel The Display, 6 Start and Programmes, 7-12 AQUALTIS AQCF 952 B U AQCF 952 B I AQCF 952 B S Choosing a Programme Special Programmes Table of Programmes The Controls Laundry, 13-14 Sorting your laundry Wash care labels Special clothing items Drying ti
Important Information GB For your Condenser 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. Failure to clean the filter after every drying cycle will affect the drying performance of your machine It will take longer to dry and as a result will use more electricity during drying. Water Container You must empty the water container after every drying cycle.
Condenser unit - You must clean the fluff from the condenser every month! GB Step 1 Open the Condenser Cover - hold the handle and pull towards you. Step 2 Remove the condenser by rotating the 3 clips then pulling the condenser towards you. (There may be some water in the tubes this is normal). Step 3 Flush the condenser, from the rear with water, to remove any fluff deposits.
Installation Place your dryer at a distance from gas ranges, stoves, heaters, or cooktops because flames can damage the appliance. If you are going to install the appliance under a work counter, 15 mm 15 mm be sure to leave a 10 mm space between the top and any other objects on or above the machine and a 15 mm space between the sides and lateral furnishings or walls. This is to ensure proper air circulation.
Dryer Description The Features To open door Rating Plate Water container Pull on handle GB Model & Serial Numbers Filter Air Intake Grille Condenser unit (cover open) Condenser cover handle (Pull to open) Control Panel ECO Light On/Off Button & Light Indicator Programme Knob Display Panel Option Buttons and Lights The On/Off button/ light , if the dryer is running and this button is pressed the dryer is turned off. The light signals that your dryer is in use or ready to select a programme.
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 5 sensor drying levels.
Start and Programmes 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.
GB Special Programmes Shirts - High Heat This is a programme for Shirts made from Cotton. It can be used for load sizes up to 3 kg (approximately 10 shirts). This programme will take about 80 minutes, but may take longer depending on the size of the load 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. If this is found try turning the shirts inside out and running the programme again for a short period.
Delicates This is a programme for drying your Delicate Clothes i.e. Acrylics. It can be used for load sizes up to 2.0 kg. This programme will take about 120 minutes, but may take longer depending on the size and density of the load and the spin speed used in your washer. Loads dried using this programme are usually ready to use, but on some garments may be slightly damp. If this is found try removing the load and open them out or turn inside out then run the programme again for a short period.
Programmes Table If the On/Off light is not lit; Press the On/Off Button Programme Easy Iron Refresh Cottons Cotton High Heat Cotton Low Heat What it does and then select programme. How to set it Brief programme (approximately 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 10 minutes) that softens fibres of 2. Select Alarm Option if required. clothing that is ready for ironing. 3. Press the Start Button . . 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on 2. Select Alarm Option if required. . 3.
ProgramWhat it does me Wool Silk Baby Lingerie Delicates (e.g. Acrylics) How to set it Notes / Options available Dries: your Woollen clothes . . 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on ( see next page). 2. Choose Sensor Dry 3. Select any Options if required. . 4. Press the Start Button Dries your silk items on a low heat. . 1. Position the PROGRAMME knob on ( see next page). 2. Choose Sensor Dry 3. Select any Options if required. . 4. Press the Start Button . 1.
The Controls Programme knob Warning, if after pressing the start button the programme knob position is changed, the new position will NOT change the programme selected. To change programme press Start/Pause Button to pause the programme, the light flashes Amber, select new programme and any option, the light will then flash green. Press the Start/Pause Button and the new programme will start. Option Buttons/ Lights These buttons are used to customise the selected programme to your requirements.
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. Look at the labels on your garments, especially when tumble drying for the first time.
Special clothing items GB Blankets and bedspreads: acrylic items (Acilian, Courtelle, Orion, Dralon) must be dried with special care on a low heat setting. Avoid drying for a long period of time. Pleated or creased garments: read manufacturer drying instructions on the garment. Dryness: if you are going to iron some of your clothes, they can be taken out while still a bit damp. Others can be left longer if you need them to be completely dry. Heat setting.
Warnings and Suggestions 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 The final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cooling cycle) to ensure that the laundry is not damaged due to excessive temperatures.
Maintenance and Care Switching off the electricity GB Empty the Water Container after each cycle Unplug the dryer when not using it, when cleaning it, and during maintenance activities. 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. When finished drying, clean the filter by rinsing it under running water or with your vacuum cleaner.
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 wont 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 dryers power cord directly into the socket.
Service GB Before calling the Service Centre: Spare Parts 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. This dryer is a complex machine. Repairing it yourself or having a nonauthorised person try to repair it could cause harm to one or more persons and to the machine, and could invalidate the spare parts warranty.
Guarantee 12 Months Parts and Labour Guarantee Your appliance has the benefit of our manufacturers 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.
195083885.01 03/2010 GB 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 Europe 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.hotpointservice.co.