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Instruction booklet

TUMBLE DRYER

GB 

English

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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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Contents

TVFG 85C Futura

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

The Display, 6

Start and programmes, 7-11

Choosing a programme
Programmes and Tables
The controls

Laundry, 12-13

Sorting your laundry
Wash care labels
Special clothing items
Drying times

Warnings and Suggestions, 14

General safety
Saving energy and respecting the environment

Maintenance and Care, 15

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

Troubleshooting, 16

Service, 17

Disposal

Hotpoint Guarantee, 19

Hotpoint After Sales Service, 20

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Summary of Contents for TVFG 85C Futura

Page 1: ...here 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 The Display 6 Start and programmes...

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: ...tween 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 an environment that is not da...

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: ...one beep and the progress lights will flash to confirm the action When a programme is running holding this button in pauses the programme and stops the dryer The light is green when programme is runni...

Page 6: ...shes the delay icon is off and the Time to End is displayed 0 30 9 30 Time to End If the delay icon is off the time displayed is the Time to End for the programme running When timed programmes are sel...

Page 7: ...abric type see Laundry 3 Open the door and make sure the filter is clean 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 non...

Page 8: ...re of natural and sythetic materials such as polyester and cotton It can be used for load sizes up to 3kg approximately 14 shirts The duration of this programme will depend on the size of the load the...

Page 9: ...ghtly damp If this is the case try opening them out or turn items inside out and running the programme again for a short period Lingerie This is a programme for drying your very delicate lingerie incl...

Page 10: ...the fur Note For allergy protection just freeze cuddly toys for 24 hours then wash and dry them Repeat every 6 weeks Before drying remove accessories such as clothes collars or sound boxes and protect...

Page 11: ...phase Selecting this option enables both the pre and post care functions if appropriate and when selected the light in the button is lit Heat Level buttons and lights Not all programmes allow you to...

Page 12: ...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 p...

Page 13: ...ankets and Bedspreads acrylic items Acilan Courtelle Orion Dralon must be dried with special care on LOW heat setting Avoid drying for a long period of time Pleated or creased garments read the manufa...

Page 14: ...hat 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...

Page 15: ...er uses special bearing components which do not need lubrication Have your dryer checked regularly by authorised technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety see Service Switching off the el...

Page 16: ...mes The filter has not been cleaned see Maintenance The correct programme has not been selected for the type of fabric your are drying see Start and Programmes The flexible vent tube is obstructed see...

Page 17: ...and recycling of the materials they contain and reduce 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 di...

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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: ...c 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...

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