User manual HOOVER HNV 380

[. . . ] Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance. This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Ensure that the instructions for installation and use are fully understood before operating the appliance. Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or use the door to lift or move the machine. [. . . ] The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes: Blue Brown Green and Yellow NEUTRAL LIVE EARTH Do not plug the machine in and switch it on at the mains until the installation is completed. If there is any doubt about installation, call GIAS Service for advice. Once the machine is in place the feet should be adjusted to ensure that the machine is level. Adequate ventilation must be provided in the room where the tumble dryer is located to prevent gases from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires, being drawn into the room during operation of the tumble dryer. Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels. Check regularly that the air flowing through the dryer is not restricted. To ensure adequate ventilation the space between the bottom of the machine and the floor must not be obstructed. There should be a gap of at least 12mm between the machine and any obstructions. Prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer as these may obstruct the air inlet and outlet. It is essential to use a venting hose to carry the hot moist air away from the dryer unless the dryer is situated in a open space with a good air flow around it. re-circulation of the moist air will prevent the efficient operation of the dryer. The hose is assembled to the machine as shown The hose may be fitted through a wall or through an open door or window. The following guidelines should be followed when installing the discharge hose. Do not use two hoses joined together as the drying performance will be reduced. Avoid the hose making U shaped curves as this will restrict the flow of air and increase the chance that water will collect in the hose. Check the hose regularly to remove any build-up of fluff or water that may have collected in it. Before using the tumble dryer for the first time: Please read this instruction book thoroughly. Wipe the inside of the drum and door with a damp cloth to remove any dust which may have settled in transit. Do not overload the drum, large items when wet can exceed the maximum admissible clothes load (for example: sleeping bags, duvets). Make sure that the laundry you are going to dry is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, as shown by the care symbols on each item. [. . . ] the Fast Iron programme provides a conditioning and anticrease function. The dryer will heat the load for 9 minutes followed by a 3 minute cool down period and is especially good for garments which may have been left for some time prior to ironing, in a linen basket for example. Garments may also become stiffened when dried outside on a washing line or inside on radiators. Should there still be a problem with your dryer after completing all the recommended checks, please call GIAS Service for advice. [. . . ]