Instruction booklet TUMBLE DRYER Contents Installation, 2 GB English Warnings, 3 Care and Maintenance, 5 Control panel, 7 Start and Programmes, 8 Laundry, 10 Troubleshooting, 11 TCHL 83 Service, 12 TCHL 780 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 15 mm 15 mm and the walls or furniture units adjacent to it. This ensures adequate air circulation. The appliance must be installed with the rear surface placed against a wall.
Warnings ! 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.
GB 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 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.
GB le making sure that the catches are securely fixed. 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.
Control panel PROGRAMME Knob Clean Filter Light Empty Water Light GB Indicator Clean Condenser Light ON/OFF Button Progress or Delay Lights START/PAUSE Button & Light OPTION Buttons & Lights 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.
Start and Programmes GB The Controls • PROGRAMMES knob , the ! Warning, if after pressing the Start/Pause button programmes knob position has changed, the new position will NOT change the programme selected. To change a , the selected programme, press the Start/Pause button 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.
Programmes ! If none of the lights are lit; Press the ON/OFF button GB and then select programme. Programme What it does... How to set it... Note: 1 Dries your clothes on High Heat setting, ready for wearing. 1. Position the PROGRAMMES knob on 2. Select any options if required. 3. Press the Start/Pause button Options available: Delay Timer Pre Care Post Care Dries your clothes on High Heat setting, ready for putting away. 1. Position the PROGRAMMES knob on 2. Select any options if required. 3.
Laundry GB 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.
Troubleshooting One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the following troubleshooting suggestions: GB Problem: Possible causes / Solution: The tumble 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 11/2016 - 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.
