User manual HOOVER VHC381

[. . . ] 40005501. qxd 12/03/2008 11:06 Page 1 Instruction Book Condenser Tumble Dryer English ® 40005501. qxd 12/03/2008 11:06 Page 2 Contents Introduction . . 5 5 5 6 6 Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Electrical requirements . 20 2 40005501. qxd 13/03/2008 12:21 Page 3 Introduction Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This booklet provides important guidelines for safe use, installation, maintenance and some useful advice for best results when using your machine. [. . . ] To change the heat setting the programme must be reset Low Heat ­ Indicator light ON High Heat ­ Indicator light OFF Empty Water indicator ­ lights when the water container is full Filter Care indicator ­ lights when the filter needs cleaning Progress display START ­ When the dryer is switched On the START indicator will flash, when the programme starts the START indicator will light up 60' ­ Indicator lights when there is less than 60 minutes left until completion of the programme 15' - Indicator lights when there is less than 15 minutes left until completion of the programme. At this stage of the drying cycle the machine enters the Cool Down phase STOP - Indicator lights when the programme is finished. 11 40005501. qxd 12/03/2008 11:08 Page 12 Door and Filter Opening the door Pull on handle to open the door. To restart the dryer, close the door and press the Start/Pause button. WARNING!When the tumble dryer is in use the drum and door may be VERY HOT. Filter IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before each drying cycle. Snap the filter together and push back into place. Filter Care Indicator Lights when the filter needs cleaning. If the laundry is not drying check that the filter is not clogged. 12 40005501. qxd 12/03/2008 11:08 Page 13 Water Container The water removed from the laundry during the drying cycle is collected in a container at the bottom of the dryer. When the container is full the `EMPTY WATER' indicator on the control panel will light, and the container MUST be emptied. However, we recommend that the container is emptied after each drying cycle. NOTE: Very little water will collect during the first few cycles of a new machine as an internal reservoir is filled first. To remove the container 1. Gently pull the bottom of the kickplate so that it unclips from the dryer. The top section can then be unhinged allowing the kickplate to be completely removed. 2. Pull firmly on the handgrip and slide the water container out of the dryer. Support the container with both hands. When full, the water container will weigh about 4kg. 13 40005501. qxd 12/03/2008 11:08 Page 14 3. 5. Open the lid located on the top of the container and empty the water. Refit the kickplate by engaging the hinges at the top and `snapping' the lower clips into place. Condenser Important: Always switch off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before cleaning the condenser. To maintain the efficiency of the dryer regularly check that the condenser is clean. To remove the condenser 1. Turn the two locking levers anti-clockwise and pull out the condenser. Pull out the condenser unit. 4. Gently remove any dust or fluff with a cloth, then wash the unit by holding it under a running tap turning it so that water flows between the plates, to remove any dust or fluff. Refit the condenser ensuring it is in the correct way (as indicated by the arrow) and pushed firmly into place. Refit the kickplate. 5. 6. 14 40005501. qxd 12/03/2008 11:08 Page 15 Selecting the Programme The Hoover Sensor Dry machine gives many options for drying the laundry to suit all circumstances. The table below lists the programmes and the function of each programme. For small loads and separate items or pre-dried fabrics with low moisture content, use the timed programmes. [. . . ] Has the `Acrylic/Synthetic' option been selected from a previous cycle?Is the dryer switched on, both at the mains supply and at the machine?Has the dryer stopped operating because the water tray is full and needs emptying?Switch off the dryer and contact the GIAS service number 08705 400 600 for advice. [. . . ]