User manual HOOVER PERFORMA FAMILY

[. . . ] If damaged do not use and please call our national number: 08705 400 600. Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer. Use WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard. This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this manual. [. . . ] 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. NEVER install the dryer up against curtains. 08705 400 600 (Eire 018301 666) If the dryer is installed under a worktop or built-in, it is essential to use the venting hose to carry the hot moist air away from the dryer otherwise re-circulation of the moist air will prevent the dryer from working efficiently. The hose may be fitted through a wall or through an open door or window (Fig. The hose is 95mm (3. 75 inches) in diameter and will extend up to 1. 8 metres (6 feet). Venting hoses longer than 1. 8 metres (6 feet) are not recommended as the dryer performance will be reduced. Ensure that the venting hose is not kinked as this will prevent the dryer from working efficiently. 1 WALL DRYER 8 Preparing the load 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. Clothes preparation 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. Place clothes loosely in the drum to make sure that they don't get tangled. Maximum drying weight Cottons Max. 3. 5 kg Do not overload the drum, large items when wet can exceed the maximum admissible clothes load (for example: sleeping bags, duvets). Sort the load as follows: By care symbols These can be found on the collar or inside seam: Suitable for tumble drying. If the item does not have a care label it must be assumed that it is not suitable for tumble drying. By amount and thickness Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer capacity, separate clothes according to thickness (e. g. By type of fabric Cottons/linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed and table linen. For delicate articles press the `ACRYLICS/SYNTHETICS' button to select low drying temperature. Snap the filter together and push back into place. Filter Care Indicator Lights when the filter needs cleaning. The indicator will also light when the venting hose is blocked or kinked. 12 Operation Refer to the Drying guide table or the fabric labels to select the most suitable programme. If drying delicate items press the `ACRYLICS/SYNTHETICS' button to reduce the heat level. HIGH heat setting LOW heat setting Turn the `DRYING TIME' Selector until the required drying time aligns with the dial. The Fast Iron programme provides a conditioning and anti-crease function. The dryer will heat the load for 8 minutes followed by a 2 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. [. . . ] Hoover guarantees all parts of this product for 5 years from the date of purchase. During that time Hoover will replace or repair all defective parts free of charge, except for parts subject to fair wear and tear such as belts. The call out fee and labour costs are chargeable after the first 12 months. To qualify for benefits under the guarantee, you must be able to provide proof of date of purchase and the appliance must have been installed and used in accordance with the instructions described in this manual. [. . . ]