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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 items are not in 
the way of the door seal. Close the door.

5.

If none of the lights are on: Press the ON/OFF 
button      .

6.

Choose a programme by checking the Programmes
Guide (

see Programmes

) as well as the indications

for each type of fabric (

see Laundry

). 

- Select a programme by rotating the 
PROGRAMMES knob.

7.

Set a delay time and other options if necessary.

Shirts

High heat option

This is a programme for shirts made from cotton.

It can be used for load sizes up to 3kg (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.

Low heat option

This is a programme for shirts made from synthetic materials or a mixture of natural and synthetic materials, such 
as polyester and cotton.

It can be used for load sizes up to 3kg (approximately 14 shirts).

This programme will take about 65 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 the
case, try turning the shirts inside out and running the programme again for a short period.

Jeans

This is a programme for jeans made from denim cotton. Before drying your jeans turn the front pockets inside out.

It can be used for load sizes up to 3kg (approximately 4 pairs).

Do not mix dark and light coloured items.

It can also be used on other garments made from the same material, such as jackets.

This programme will take about 85 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 
the case, try turning the jeans inside out and running the programme again for a short period.

!

We do not recommend that you use this programme if your jeans have elastic waist bands, studs or embroidery.

Note:

This tumble dryer, in compliance with new energy saving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby system
which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no activity is detected. Press the ON/OFF button briefly and wait for the
machine to start up again.

Anti Allergy Programme

This programme is a treatment used to minimise or eliminate the House Dust Mite or Pollen in the load. 
In the drying process mites are killed by the high temperature and the low humidity environment. 
Can be used on a wet load to dry and treat, or on a dry load just to treat your laundry.
Maximum load is 8kg for a wet load and 4kg for a dry load.

8.

The START/PAUSE light is flashing green:
- press the START/PAUSE      button to begin. 
The green light stops flashing.
During the drying programme, you can check on 
your laundry and take out items that are dry 
while others continue drying. When you close 
the door again, press the START/PAUSE button in 
order to resume drying.
(

When the door is opened the START/PAUSE light

will flash Amber, after the door is closed and the 
START/PAUSE button pressed, the START/PAUSE
light will stop flashing and show green.

)

Note:

During all of the Heat & Enjoy programme 

and the Post Care phase this light flashes Amber.

9.

When the programme is complete. The buzzer 
will sound. Open the door, take the laundry out, 
clean the filter and replace it. Empty the water 
container and replace it (

see Maintenance

).

If the Crease Care option has been selected and 
you do not remove the laundry immediately, the 
dryer will tumble occasionally for 10 hours or until 
you open the door.

10. Unplug the dryer.

Summary of Contents for TCAL 83

Page 1: ...ainer after each cycle Cleaning the condenser unit Cleaning the dryer Troubleshooting 15 Service 16 Disposal Hotpoint Guarantee 19 Hotpoint After Sales Service 20 GB English TCAL 83 Keep this instruction booklet on hand in order to refer to it when necessary Take it with you when you move and should you sell this appliance or pass it on to another party make sure that this booklet is supplied alon...

Page 2: ... the filter STEP 3 Open the filter and clean any fluff deposits from the filter mesh STEP 4 Refit the filter NEVER run the dryer without the filter in position For your Condenser dryer to operate efficiently you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below STEP 1 Pull the water container towards you and remove it fully from the dryer STEP 2 Remove either the small or large cap and empt...

Page 3: ... pointing upwards The 3 clips are re secured back into their lock position STEP 3 Flush the condenser from the rear with water to remove any fluff deposits STEP 4 Refit the condenser unit ensure that the unit is pushed in fully all 3 clips are re secured and the positiong arrows on the front of the condenser are pointing upwards Rotate 3 clips STEP 1 Open the condenser cover hold the handle and pu...

Page 4: ...using the dryer in a small or cold room some condensation could be experienced We do not recommend that the dryer is installed in a cupboard but the dryer must never be installed behind a lockable door a sliding door or a door with a hinge on the opposite side to that of the dryer door Water drain If your dryer is installed next to a drain the water can be plumbed into this drain This does away wi...

Page 5: ...Care The ON OFF button If the dryer is running and this button is pressed the dryer stops Press again the dryer restarts The PROGRAMMES knob sets the programme rotate it until the indicator is pointing to the programme you want to select see Start and Programmes The OPTION buttons lights select available options for your selected programme The lights indicate that the option has been selected see ...

Page 6: ...ll take about 85 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 the case try turning the jeans inside out and running the programme again for a short period We do not recommend that you use this programme if your jeans have elastic wais...

Page 7: ...s such as bibs and nappy pants with plastic coverings It can be used for load sizes up to 2kg 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 wear but on some heavier garments the edges may be slightly damp If this is the case try turning items i...

Page 8: ...earing 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 4 2 Select any Options if required 3 Press the Start Pause button Anti Allergy treatment for your clothes 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 5 2 Select any Options if required 3 Press the Start Pause button If none of the lights are lit Press the ON OFF button and then select programme 1 Cottons Ready to Wear 2 Cottons Cupboard Dry 3 Cottons Iron Dry 6 Synthet...

Page 9: ...Press the ON OFF button and then select programme None Timed Drying Dries wet clothes that you wish to dry on Low Heat or small loads less than 1kg The last 10 minutes of these programmes is the cool tumble phase 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on either 11 for 30 minute programme or 12 for 60 minute programme 2 Select any Options if required 3 Press the Start Pause button None None Delay Timer Crea...

Page 10: ... you not be available to remove the load immediately the programme is complete The End light is on during this phase Note The Start Pause light flashes Amber during this phase Selecting this option enables both the pre and post care functions if appropriate The Controls High Heat Press this button and a high heat setting is selected and the light next to the button comes on If the light alongside ...

Page 11: ...oz Tea Towel 100g 3oz Bath Towel 700g 1lb 6oz Hand Towel 350g 12oz Double Sheet 500g 1lb 2oz Single Sheet 350g 12oz At the end of a drying cycle cottons could still be damp if you grouped cottons and synthetics together If this happens simply give them an additional short period of drying Note The last 10 minutes of any time set is the Cool Tumble so allow for this when setting the time as this pe...

Page 12: ...ut different textures and thicknesses may not have the same drying time Quantity of laundry single items or small loads may take longer to dry 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 Room temperature if the room where the dryer is located is cold it will take long...

Page 13: ...ve been treated with chemical products Do not tumble dry items that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable or cooking oils this constitutes a fire hazard Oil affected items can ignite spontaneously especially when exposed to heat sources such as a tumble dryer The items become warm causing an oxidisation reaction with the oil Oxidisation creates heat If the heat cannot escape items can become ...

Page 14: ...regularly by authorised technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety see Service Switching off the electricity Unplug your dryer when not using it when cleaning it and during all maintenance operations 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 i...

Page 15: ...The air intake grille is obstructed see Installation and see Maintenance The items were too wet see Laundry The dryer was overloaded see Laundry The water container was probably not emptied at the start of the programme Do not wait for the empty water signal always check and empty the container before starting a new drying programme see Maintenance This is normal the light flashes when the contain...

Page 16: ... the impact on human health and the environment The crossed out wheeled bin symbol on the product reminds you of your obligation that when you dispose of the appliance it must be separately collected Consumers should contact their local authority or retailer for information concerning the correct disposal of their old appliance As part of our continued commitment to helping the environment we rese...

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Page 19: ...a result of improper installation Replacement of any consumable item or accessory These include but are not limited to plugs cables batteries light bulbs fluorescent tubes and starters covers and filters Replacement of any removable parts made of glass or plastic THE GUARANTEE WILL NOT APPLY IF THE APPLIANCE HAS BEEN USED IN COMMERCIAL OR NON DOMESTIC PREMISES 5 Year Parts Guarantee Hotpoint also ...

Page 20: ...well as accessory products that protect and hygienically clean your appliance to keep it looking good and functioning efficiently throughout its life UK 08448 225 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 413 www hotpointservice co uk Appliance Registration We want to give you additional benefits of Hotpoint ownership To activate your FREE 5 year parts guarantee you must register your appliance with us UK ...

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