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Instruction booklet

TUMBLE DRYER

Contents

GB 

English

TVAL 73

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dryer so that the new owner may be informed about warnings and suggestions on how the appliance works.

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Installation

Description

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Maintenance

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Important information, 2

Installation, 3-4

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

Start and programmes, 6-10

Choosing a programme
Special programmes
Table of programmes
The controls

Laundry, 11-12

Sorting your laundry
Wash care labels
Special clothing items
Drying times

Warnings and Suggestions, 13

General safety
Saving energy and respecting the environment

Maintenance and Care, 14

Switching off the electricity
Cleaning the filter after each cycle
Check the drum after each cycle
Cleaning the dryer

Troubleshooting, 15

Service, 16

Disposal
Comparative Programmes

Hotpoint Guarantee, 19

Hotpoint After Sales Service, 20

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Summary of Contents for TVAL 73

Page 1: ...and Programmes Laundry Warnings and Suggestions Maintenance and Care Service Troubleshooting GB Important information 2 Installation 3 4 Where to put your dryer Ventilation Electrical connection Level...

Page 2: ...luff deposits from the filter mesh For your Venting dryer to operate efficiently you must follow the regular maintenance schedule shown below STEP 4 Refit the filter with the curved side towards you S...

Page 3: ...e machine and a 15mm space between the sides and lateral furnishings or walls This is to ensure proper air circulation Make sure that the back vents are not obstructed Make sure you put your dryer in...

Page 4: ...63 plug and a 13 amp BS1362 fuse If you need to replace the fuse use only those rated at 13 amp 13A and ASTA approved to BS1362 Moulded plug The plug must not be used without the fuse cover in place I...

Page 5: ...ryer is used see Maintenance and 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...

Page 6: ...minutes if no activity is detected Press the ON OFF button briefly and wait for the machine to start up again Quick Dry This programme is for small loads maximum 1kg Your drying time is very much red...

Page 7: ...ing items inside out and running the programme again for a short period Heat Enjoy This programme helps to heat towels bathrobes for a warm sensation after a bath or shower It is also useful for warmi...

Page 8: ...n 6 2 Select any Options if required 3 Press the Start Pause button Dries up to 1kg of your clothes on high heat ready for putting away 1 Position the PROGRAMME knob on 4 2 Select any Options if requi...

Page 9: ...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 P...

Page 10: ...ff button will also cancel Pre Care The pre care option is only available if a delayed start has been selected It tumbles the clothes occasionally during the delayed period to help prevent creases dev...

Page 11: ...z 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 s...

Page 12: ...tle natural moisture which keeps them soft and fluffy Special clothing items Blankets and Bedspreads acrylic items Acilan Courtelle Orion Dralon must be dried with special care on LOW heat setting Avo...

Page 13: ...s that have 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 spo...

Page 14: ...hich do not need lubrication Have your dryer checked regularly by authorised technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety see Service Switching off the electricity Unplug your dryer when not...

Page 15: ...nd Programmes You have set a delayed time see Start and Programmes The filter has not been cleaned see Maintenance The correct programme has not been selected for the load see Start and Programmes The...

Page 16: ...he 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 Co...

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Page 19: ...s 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 fi...

Page 20: ...ll 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 ww...

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