Hoover TVX33 User manual

TVX33 Reverse Action
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Safety reminders
User’s manual. This machine should only
be used for its intended purpose as
described in this manual. Ensure that it is
fully understood before operating.
Installation. Never install the dryer
against curtains and be sure to prevent
items from falling or collecting behind the
dryer.
Ventilation. Check regularly that the air
flowing through the dryer is not restricted:
Check the fluff filter after use, and clean,
if necessary.
The venting hose or duct should be
checked periodically and any
accumulation of fluff removed.
The inlet and outlets should be kept free
from obstructions.
If the dryer is used frequently the period
between checks should be reduced
accordingly.
Dryness. Clothes should be spin dried or
thoroughly wrung before they are put into
the tumble dryer. Clothes that are
dripping wet should NOT be put into the
dryer.
Lighters and matches must not be left in
pockets and NEVER use flammable
liquids near the machine.
Foam plastic, foam rubber and rubber-
like material are not suitable for tumble
drying. Articles made from these
materials MUST NOT be placed in the
dryer.
Glass fibre curtains should never be put
in this machine. Skin irritation may occur
if other garments are contaminated with
the glass fibres.
Garments treated with flammable
cleaning sprays or liquids such as petrol,
must not be put in this machine.
Lint or fluff must not be allowed to
collect on the floor around the outside of
the machine.
Cool down period. The drum inside may
be very hot. Always allow the dryer to
complete the cool down period before
removing the laundry.
Faults. Do not continue to use this
machine if it appears to be faulty.
After use. Remove the plug from the
electricity supply. Always remove the
plug before cleaning the appliance.
Supply cord. If the supply cord on this
appliance is damaged, it must be replaced
by a special cord which is only available
from Hoover Service or an authorised
Hoover Dealer.
Hoover service. To ensure the continued
safe and efficient operation of this
appliance we recommend that any
servicing or repairs are only carried out
by an authorised Hoover service engineer.
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Electrical requirements
This appliance is fitted with a moulded-on
non-rewireable plug.
The plug should be accessible for
disconnection after the appliance has been
installed.
IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains
lead are coloured in accordance with the
following code:
Blue - NEUTRAL
Brown - LIVE
Green-and-yellow - EARTH
If the supply cord on this appliance is
damaged, it must be replaced by a
special cord which is only available from
Hoover Service or an authorised Hoover
Dealer.
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Before using the tumble dryer for the
first time:
●please read this instruction book
thoroughly.
●remove all items packed inside drum.
●wipe the inside of the drum and door
with a damp cloth to remove any dust
which may have settled in transit.
IMPORTANT: This dryer must only be
used for drying household textiles and
garments where a water solution has
been used for the cleaning process.
DO NOT tumble dry fabrics treated
with dry cleaning fluids.
WARNING!
ELECTRICITY CAN BE
EXTREMELY DANGEROUS.
THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE
EARTHED.
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY
This appliance must be operated in accordance with the instructions given in this
manual. It is for domestic use only in drying household textiles and garments where a
water solution has been used in the cleaning process. It MUST NOT be used with dry
cleaning fluids. For your safety, this dryer must be correctly installed.
If there is any doubt about installation, call Hoover Service for advice.
Safety reminders 2
Electrical requirements 3
Ventilation requirements 4
Preparing the load 5
Clothes preparation 5
Maximum drying weight 5
Sorting the load 5
Do not tumble dry 5
Energy saving 5
Opening the door 6
Filter 6
Drying guide 7
Controls & indicators TVX33 8
Operation TVX33 9
Controls & indicators TVE43 10
Operation TVE43 11-12
Cleaning the dryer 12
Technical specification 12
Trouble shooting 13
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Installation and
Ventilation requirements
IMPORTANT: This dryer must be
installed such that the air inlets and
outlets are not restricted (fig. 1).
There should be a gap of at least 12 mm
(0.5 inches) between the sides and rear of
the machine and the surrounding walls and
cabinets.
To ensure adequate ventilation the space
between the bottom of the machine and the
floor must not be obstructed.
NEVER install the dryer up
against curtains.
Prevent items from falling or
collecting between the sides and
rear of the dryer as these may
obstruct the air inlet and outlets.
A venting hose is supplied with
this tumble dryer.
The use of the venting hose to
exhaust hot air to the external
atmosphere is strongly recom-
mended to ensure maximum
drying efficiency. Protect the external outlet
from prevailing winds to ensure back-draughts
do not reduce the drying performance.
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. 2).
The hose is 95 mm (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.
There are three air outlets – one at the rear
and one on each side of the dryer. The
venting hose must only be attached to one
of these outlets. The covers must be fitted
to the two unused outlets to maintain
maximum drying efficiency.
Where it is not practical to fit a venting
hose, condensation can be reduced by
operating the dryer close to an open
window or an extractor fan.
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SUPPLY CORD
AIR INLET
VENTS
HOT AIR
OUTLET
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Preparing the load
Before using the dryer for the first time
wipe the inside of the drum and door with a
damp cloth.
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.
Clothes preparation
Check that all fastenings are closed and that
pockets are empty. Turn the articles inside
out. Place clothes loosely in the drum to
make sure that they don’t get tangled.
Do not overload the drum, particularly when
drying large items, otherwise, the laundry
may stick to the drum and not dry evenly.
Maximum drying weight
●Cottons Max. 6 kg
●Synthetics Max. 3 kg
Sort the load as follows:
A) By care symbols
On the collar or inside seam:
Suitable for tumble drying.
Tumble drying at high temperature.
Tumble drying at low temperature only.
DO NOT tumble dry.
B) By amount and thickness
Whenever the load is bigger than the
dryer capacity, separate clothes
according to thickness (e.g. towels from
thin underwear).
C) By type of fabric
Cottons/linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed
and table linen.
Synthetics: Blouses, shirts, overalls, etc.
made of polyester or polyamid, as well
as for cotton/synthetic mixes.
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D) By drying level
●Sort into: Iron dry, cupboard dry, etc.
●For delicate articles press the ‘HEAT
SETTING’ button to select low drying
temperature.
Do not tumble dry:
Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon
stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics
with metallic decorations, garments
with PVC or leather trimmings,
training shoes, bulky items such as
sleeping bags, etc.
IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles
which have been treated with a dry
cleaning fluid or rubber clothes
(danger of fire or explosion).
Energy saving
Only put into the tumble dryer laundry
which has been thoroughly wrung or
spin-dried. The drier the laundry the
shorter the drying time thus saving
electricity.
ALWAYS try to dry the maximum
weight of laundry, this will save time
and electricity.
NEVER exceed the maximum weight,
this will waste time and electricity.
ALWAYS check that the filter is clean
before every drying cycle.
NEVER put dripping wet items into
the tumble dryer, this may damage the
appliance.
ALWAYS ensure that the covers are
fitted to the two unused vent outlets,
this will maintain maximum drying
performance.
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Press button to open door (fig. 3).
The door may also be opened by pushing
on it (fig. 4). This is a safety feature to
prevent the entrapment of minors in the
drum.
To restart the dryer, close the door and
press the ‘ON’ button (Model TVX33) or
‘START’ button (Model TVE43).
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Opening the door
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.
1. Pull the filter upwards (fig. 5).
2. Open filter as shown (fig. 6).
3. Gently remove lint using a soft brush or
your fingertips.
4. 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. The indicator will also
light when the venting hose is blocked or
kinked.
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4
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Drying guide for model TVX33
The table shows approximate drying times, depending on the type of fabric and dampness
of the clothes.
REMEMBER: During the last 10 minutes the load is always tumbled in cool air.
Drying guide for model TVE43
HEAT SETTING HEAVY LOAD MEDIUM LOAD LIGHT LOAD
COTTON HIGH 120-135 Min 70-80 Min 50-65 Min
SYNTHETICS LOW 70-85 Min 50-65 Min 40-55 Min
ACRYLICS LOW 50-65 Min 40-50 Min 30-40 Min
PRE-IRON PROGRAM: RELAXES CREASES – EASIER TO IRON
Programme Drying Guide
1 Bone Dry
2 Extra Dry
3 Cupboard Dry
4 Iron Dry
5 Medium Dry
6 Damp Dry
For delicate fabrics select the ‘LOW HEAT SETTING’ button for all Drying Programmes. This reduces
the drying temperature to protect your garments.
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1. ‘DOOR OPEN’ button – press to open the door. (See ‘Opening the door’ section.)
2. ‘ON’ button and indicator – press to switch on, the indicator will light.
3. ‘HEAT SETTING’ button – press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, press
again to select high temperature.
4. ‘DRYING TIME’ dial – selects drying time or pre-ironing option (a).
5. ‘FILTER CARE’ indicator lights when filter needs cleaning.
Control panel and indicator lights TVX33
HIGH Heat setting
LOW Heat setting
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6. The load is dried by tumbling in
thermostatically controlled warm air.
Cool air is used for the last 10 minutes
to reduce creasing and cool the load
ready for handling.
7. When the program is fully completed
the drum will stop rotating and the dial
will point to the symbol ●.
Open the door and remove the load.
8. Clean the filter after every drying cycle
to ensure maximum dryer efficiency.
(See ‘Filter’ section.)
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WARNING!
THE DRUM, DOOR AND LOAD
MAY BE VERY HOT.
Operation TVX33
1. Open the door and load the drum with
laundry. Ensure that garments do not
hinder closure of the door.
2. If drying delicate items press the
‘HEAT SETTING’ button to reduce the
heat level. Press again on completion, to
select high temperature.
3. Turn ‘DRYING TIME’ dial until the
required drying time aligns with the
symbol ●.
The PRE-IRONING setting shown by
the symbol on the ‘DRYING
TIME’ dial 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.
Garments may also become stiffened
when dried outside on a washing line or
inside on radiators. The PRE-IRONING
process relaxes the creases in the fabric
making ironing quicker and easier.
4. Gently close the door pushing it slowly
until you hear the door ‘click’ shut.
5. Press the ‘ON’ button. The indicator
will light and the drying cycle begins.
HIGH Heat setting
LOW Heat setting
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1. ‘DOOR OPEN’ button – press to open the door. (See ‘Opening the door’ section.)
2. ‘ON/OFF’ button and indicator – press to switch on, the indicator will light. Press
again to switch off, the indicator will go out.
3. ‘HEAT SETTING’ button – press to reduce the heat level for delicate items, press
again to select high temperature. This function is available on all programmes.
4. ‘ALARM OFF’ button – press to stop the buzzer.
5. ‘DIGITAL DISPLAY’ shows the number of hours delay remaining when ‘START
DELAY’ is selected.
6. ‘PROGRAM’ dial – selects drying program.
7. ‘FILTER CARE’ indicator – lights when filter needs cleaning.
8. ‘COOLING’ indicator – lights when the drying cycle is in the cooldown period.
9. ‘HEATING’ indicator – lights when the drying cycle is in the heating period.
10. ‘START’ button – press to start the drying cycle.
11. ‘START DELAY’ button – press to delay the start of the drying cycle by up to 9 hours.
Control panel and indicator lights TVE43
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HIGH Heat setting
LOW Heat setting
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