Hotpoint Ariston FTCD 87 User manual

Contents
FTCD 87
First time you turn on your dryer
you must select your preferred
language see page 9
TUMBLE DRYER
Instruction booklet
Installation, 2-3
Where to put your dryer
Ventilation
Water drain
Levelling
Electrical connection
Before you start using your dryer
Warnings, 4-5
General safety
To minimise the risk of fire
Maintenance and Care, 6-7
Switching off the electricity
Cleaning the filter after each cycle
Empty the water container after each cycle
Cleaning the heat pump filter unit
Check the drum after each cycle
Cleaning the dryer
Dryer description, 8
The features
Control panel
The Display, 9-11
Start and programmes, 11-15
Choosing a programme
Programmes Table
The Controls
Laundry, 16
Sorting your laundry
Wash care labels
Drying times
Troubleshooting, 17
Service, 18
Spare Parts
Product data, 19
Recycling and Disposal
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Français, 20
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English, 1
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Português, 39
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to it when necessary. Take it with you when you move,
and should you sell this appliance or pass it on to
another party, make sure that this booklet is supplied
along with the dryer so that the new owner may be
informed about warnings and suggestions on how the
appliance works.
!Read these instructions carefully; the following
pages contain important information on installation
and suggestions on how the appliance works.
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Installation
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!WARNING: Before you use your dryer ensure that
it has been in an upright position for at least 6 hours.
Where to put your dryer
●Place your dryer at a distance from gas
ranges, stoves, heaters, or cook tops
because flames can damage the
appliance.
●The dryer should be installed in an
ambient room temperature of between
20 to 23˚C for optimum performance.
But will function if the room is between
14 and 30˚C.
●If you are going to
install the appliance
under a work counter,
be sure to leave a
10mm space between
the top and any other
objects on or above
the machine and a
15mm space between
the sides and lateral furnishings or walls.
This is to ensure proper air circulation.
The appliance must be installed with the
rear surface placed against a wall.
!Make sure that the back vents are not
obstructed.
Ventilation
When the dryer is in use, there has to be adequate
ventilation. Make sure you put your dryer in an
environment that is not damp and has proper air
circulation throughout. Airflow around the dryer is
essential to condense the water produced during the
washing, the dryer will not operate efficiently in an
enclosed space or cupboard.
!If using the dryer in a small or cold room some
condensation could be experienced.
!We do not recommend that the dryer is
installed in a cupboard but the dryer must
never be installed behind a lockable door,
a sliding door or a door with a hinge on
the opposite side to that of the dryer door.
Levelling your dryer
The dryer must be installed level for correct operation.
When you have installed your
dryer in its final location check
that it is level first side to side,
then front to back.
If the dryer is not level, adjust
the two front legs up or down,
until your dryer is level.
Water drain
If your dryer is installed next to a drain the water can be
plumbed into this drain. This does away with the need to
empty the water container. If the dryer is stacked onto or
installed next to a washing machine it can share the same
drain.
The height of the drain must be less than 3' (1m) from the
bottom of the dryer.
Remove the existing hose from
position shown in picture A.
Then fit a suitable length of hose to
position shown in picture B.
!Make sure that the hose is not squashed or kinked when
the dryer is in its final location.
picture A
picture B
Minimum gap 10mm
Minimum gaps
15mm

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Installation
Electrical connections
Make sure of the following before you
insert the plug into the the electrical socket:
●Make sure your hands are dry.
●The socket must have an earth connection.
●The socket must be able to sustain the
machines maximum power, which is
indicated on the rating label (see Dryer
Description).
●Power voltage must be within the values
indicated on the rating label (see Dryer
Description).
●The socket must be compatible with the
dryers plug. Should this not be the case,
replace the plug or the socket.
!The dryer must not be installed outdoors,
even if the space is sheltered. It can be
very dangerous if it is exposed to rain or
storms.
!Once installed, the dryers electrical wire
and plug must be within easy reach.
!Do not use extension cords.
!The power cord must not be bent or
squashed.
!The power cord should be regularly
checked. If the supply cord is damaged, it
must be replaced by the manufacturer, its
service agent or similarly qualified
persons in order to avoid a hazard. New or
longer power cords are supplied at an extra
charge by authorised dealers.
!The manufacturer denies any responsibility
should any of these rules not be followed.
!If in doubt about any of the above consult a
qualified electrician.
Before you start using your dryer
Once you have installed your dryer and before you
use it, clean the inside of the drum to remove any dust
that could have accumulated during transport.
Maximum load
Natural fibres : 8 kg

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Warnings
GB !The appliance has been designed and
built according to international safety
standards.
These warnings are given for safety
reasons and must be followed carefully.
General safety
●This appliance can be used by children
aged from 8 years and above and
persons with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of
knowledge if they are given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the
appliance in a safe way and understand
the hazards involved.
●This tumble dryer has been designed for
home, and not professional use.
●Do not touch the appliance while bare
foot or with wet hands or feet.
●Unplug the machine by pulling on the
plug, not the cord.
●After using the dryer, turn it off and
unplug it. Keep the door closed to make
sure that children do not use it as a toy.
●Children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the dryer.
●Cleaning and user maintenance should
not be made by children without
supervision.
●Children of less than 3 years should be
kept away from the appliance unless
continuously supervised.
●The appliance must be installed correctly
and have proper ventilation. The air
intake at the front of the dryer and rear
vent behind the dryer should never be
obstructed (see Installation).
●Never use the dryer on carpeting where
the pile height would prevent air from
entering the dryer from the base.
●Check to see if the dryer is empty before
loading it.
●The back of the dryer could
become very hot. Never touch it
while in use.
●Do not use the dryer unless the filter,
water container and heat pump filter unit
are securely in place (see Maintenance).
●Do not overload the dryer (see Laundry
for maximum loads).
●Do not load items that are dripping wet.
●Carefully check all instructions on
clothing labels (see Laundry).
●Do not tumble dry large, very bulky
items.
●Do not tumble dry acrylic fibres at high
temperatures.
●Do not turn off the dryer when there are
still warm items inside.
●Clean the filter after each use (see
Maintenance).
●Empty the water container after each
use (see Maintenance).
●Clean the heat pump filter unit at regular
intervals (see Maintenance).
●Do not allow lint to collect around the
dryer.
●Never climb on top of the dryer. It could
result in damage.
●Always follow electrical standards and
requirements (see Installation).
●Always buy original spare parts and
accessories (see Service).

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Warnings
To minimise the risk of fire in your
tumble dryer, the following should be
observed:
●Tumble dry items only if they have been
washed with detergent and water, rinsed
and been through the spin cycle. It is a
fire hazard to dry items that HAVE NOT
been washed with water.
●Do not dry garments that have been
treated with chemical products.
●Do not tumble dry items that 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. The items become
warm, causing an oxidisation reaction with
the oil, Oxidisation creates heat. If the heat
cannot escape, items can become hot
enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking or
storing oil-effected items can prevent heat
from escaping and so create a fire hazard.
If it is unavoidable that fabrics containing
vegetable or cooking oil or those that have
been contaminated with hair care products
be placed in a tumble dryer they should
first be washed with extra detergent - this
will reduce, but not eliminate the hazard.
They should not be removed from the dryer
and piled or stacked while hot.
●Do not tumble dry items that have
previously been cleaned in or washed in,
soaked in or soiled with petrol/gasoline,
dry cleaning solvents or other flammable
or explosive substances. Highly flammable
substances commonly used in domestic
environments including cooking oil,
acetone, denatured alcohol, kerosene,
spot removers, turpentine, waxes and
wax removers. Ensure these items have
been washed in hot water with an extra
amount of detergent before being dried
in the tumble dryer.
●Do not tumble dry items containing foam
rubber (also known as latex foam), or
similarly textured rubber like materials.
Foam rubber materials can, when
heated, produce fire by spontaneous
combustion.
●Fabric softener or similar products
should not be used in a tumble dryer to
eliminate the effects of static electricity
unless the practice is specifically
recommended by the manufacturer of
the fabric softener product.
●Do not tumble dry undergarments that
contain metal reinforcements eg. bras
with metal reinforcing wires. Damage to
the tumble dryer can result if the metal
reinforcements come loose during drying.
●Do not tumble dry rubber, plastic articles
such as shower caps or babies water
proof covers, polythene or paper.
●Do not tumble dry rubber backed
articles, clothes fitted with foam rubber
pads, pillows, galoshes and rubber
coated tennis shoes.
●Remove all objects from pockets, such
as lighters and matches.
!WARNING: Never stop the dryer before the end of the drying cycle unless all items
are quickly removed and spread out so that the heat is dissipated.

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Maintenance and Care
Cleaning the heat pump filter unit
Periodically (every 5 drying cycles) remove
the heat pump filter unit and clean any
build up of fluff from the surface of the filter.
However, we recommend that you clean
this filter after EVERY drying cycle to
optimise the dryers performance.
To removing the heat pump filter unit:
1. Unplug the dryer and open the door.
2. Pull open the heat pump filter unit cover
(see diagram on next page).
Release the 4 clips to the vertical position
then pull the filter unit towards you.
3. Separate the two parts
of the filter and clean
the surface of the filter.
!The front of the heat pump is made
from thin metal plates. Take care that you
do not damage these or cut yourself when
cleaning, removing or replacing the heat
pump filter unit.
Whenever you clean the heat pump filter
unit always clean any build up of fluff from
the surface of the metal plates.
4. Carefully clean this fluff
off with a damp cloth,
sponge or a vacuum
cleaner.
Never use your fingers.
5.Reassemble the two parts of the filter,
clean the seals and replace with the 4
clips in the horizontal position, make
sure that the catches are secure.
Switching off the electricity
!Unplug your dryer when not using it,
when cleaning it and during all
maintenance operations.
Clean the filter after each cycle
The filter is an important part of your dryer:
it accumulates lint and fluff that is formed
while drying.
When finished drying, clean the filter by
rinsing it under running water or with your
vacuum cleaner.
Should the filter become clogged up, the
airflow inside the dryer will be seriously
compromised: drying times lengthen and
you will consume more energy. It may also
damage your dryer.
The filter is found in front of the dryer trim
(see diagram on next page).
Removing the filter:
1. Pull the plastic grip of the filter upwards.
2. Open the filter and
clean the lint from the
inside.
3. Replace it correctly.
Ensure the filter is fully
located flush into the
tumble dryer trim.
4. Remove any lint that has built up on the
inside of the door and around the door
seal.
!Do not use the dryer without replacing
the filter.

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Water container
Heat pump
filter unit cover
Clips
Filter
Heat pump
filter unit
Maintenance and Care
Cleaning the dryer
●External parts in metal or plastic and rubber parts
can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
●Periodically (every 6 months) vacuum the front air
intake grille and vents at the rear of the dryer, to
remove any build up of fluff, lint or dust. Also to
remove accumulation of fluff from the front of the
heat pump and filter areas, clean occasionally with
a vacuum cleaner.
!Do not use solvents or abrasives.
!Have your dryer checked regularly by authorised
technicians to ensure electrical and mechanical safety
(see Service).
Quick Tips
●Remember to clean the door filter and
heat pump filter after each load.
●Remember to empty the water container
after each load.
!Doing BOTH the above will keep your
appliance working at its BEST.
FRESH ESSENCE
SCENTED CAPSULES FOR DRYERS
This model includes a perfume dispenser with 3
different fragrances in capsules that give a particular
fragrance during the drying cycle.
●Only use genuine Hotpoint Ariston dispensers and
fragrance capsules.
●Remove the dispenser before carrying out any
maintenance on the dryer.
●To reorder your favourite fragrance capsules see
the telephone number in the Fresh Essence box.
●Carefully follow the instructions enclosed in the
Fresh Essence box.
!Failure to follow the instructions provided could
cause a fire hazard or damage the dryer.
Empty the water container after each
cycle
Pull the container out of the dryer
and remove either the small or
large cap and empty it into a
sink or other suitable drain.
Refit the cap and replace the
container securely.
!Always check and empty the container before you
start a new drying programme.
!Failure to empty the water container may cause
the following:
- The dryer will stop heating (so the load may still
be damp at the end of the drying cycle).
●Priming the water collection system
When your dryer is new, the water container will not
collect water until the system is primed.
This will take 1 or 2 drying cycles. Once primed it will
collect water during every drying cycle.
Check the drum after each cycle
Turn the drum manually in order to remove small items
(handkerchiefs) that could have been left behind.
Cleaning the drum
!Do not use abrasives, steel wool or stainless steel
cleaning agents to clean the drum.
A coloured film may start to appear on the stainless
steel drum, this may be caused by a combination of
water and, or cleaning agents such as fabric conditioner
from the wash. This coloured film will not affect the
dryer performance.

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Dryer Description
The features Water container
Filter
Heat pump
filter unit cover
Rating plate Model & Serial numbers
Heat pump filter unit cover handle
(Pull to open)
Air intake grille
Adjustable feet
Control panel
PROGRAMME
Selection Buttons Display Unit
START/PAUSE
Button & Light
ON/OFF
Button
CHILD LOCK &
OPTIONS
Buttons & Lights
The ON/OFF button - if pressed when the dryer is
running: If the display shows TURNING OFF the
dryer stops. If the display shows PRESS AND HOLD
hold the botton and the display counts down 3, 2, 1
and then stops.
Press and hold again for more than 3 seconds, the
display briefly shows POWER ON .
The PROGRAMME selection buttons set the programme:
press the button corresponding to the programme you
want to select (see Start and Programmes).
The OPTION buttons/indicators: these buttons select
available options for your selected programme (see
The Controls). The indicators on the display unit next
to the bottom buttons light to show that the option has
been selected.
The START/PAUSE button/light starts a selected
programme. When a programme is running, pressing
this button in pauses the programme, there will be one
beep, the display will show PAUSE and the dryer
stops.
The light is green when the programme is running,
flashing amber if the programme has been paused or
flashing green if on standby waiting to start a programme
(see Start and Programmes).
Note: This light also flashes amber during the Post
Care phase of a programme.
The Display Unit gives warnings and information
about the programme selected and its progress (see
next page).
The CHILD LOCK button/icon : Press and hold this
button after selecting your programme and any options,
this prevents the programme settings from being
changed, the display will briefly show LOCKED .
When the icon is lit, the other buttons are disabled.
Hold the button to cancel and the icon will go out, the
display will briefly show UNLOCKED .
Note: This tumble dryer, in compliance with new energy
saving regulations, is fitted with an automatic standby
system which is enabled after about 30 minutes if no
activity is detected. Press and hold the ON-OFF
button until the display briefly shows POWER ON
and the dryer then reactivates.

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Selecting your language
The Display
The second line of the display shows the dryness level you require, for each
press of the Dryness Level button the next option from the list below is
selected and displayed. The display also shows 1 to 7 bars depending on
your selection and these are displayed during the programmes progress.
STANDARD COTTON
BED & BATH
SYNTHETICS
JEANS
WOOL
DELICATES
CUDDLY TOYS
EASY IRON
The first time you turn on your dryer you should select your preferred language from the available list.
DAMP Dries your items ready to be ironed using a machine or rotary ironer.
IRON DRY Dries your items ready to be ironed with a hand iron.
HANGER PLUS Dries your delicate items ready to be hanged for final drying.
HANGER DRY Dries your items ready to be hanged for final drying.
LIGHT DRY Dries your delicate items ready to be put away.
CUPBOARD DRY Dries your items ready to be put away.
EXTRA DRY Dries your clothes ready to be worn.
!Some automatic programmes do not allow the dryness level to be changed
or do not have all the dryness level options.
Dryness levels
During programme selection for an automatic programme that has different dryness levels available (see Programmes
Tabl e).
To change: the language current selection must flash, on
the first line of the display.
- Press the On/Off button to turn off the display then press
and hold all 3 buttons: Heat Level, Timed Dry
and Dryness Level for 5 seconds.
- Press the Heat Level or the Timed Dry button to
scroll up or down through the list.
- When your required language is flashing on the top line
of the display, pressing the Dryness Level button will
select your choice.
SHIRTS COTTONS
ANTI ALLERGY
SHIRTS SYNTHETICS
DUVET
SILK
BABY
HEAT & ENJOY
REFRESH
Understanding the display
Programme selection and display
The selected programme is shown on the first line of the display,
this message is shown while the programme is running.
Eight of the buttons have two selections, press the button once for the
first choice and press again for the second choice, your selected
programme is displayed. The final button selects My Cycle.
First Press Second Press
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9 MY CYCLE (see below)
My Cycle When you select the My Cycle button the Display will show your selected programme with ‘M’ before its
name. ie. M STANDARD COTTON (see Start and Programmes).

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The Display
Programme progress
Delay and Time to End
Some programmes can have a delayed start (see Start and Programmes). Press the Delay button and the icon flashes.
The second line of the display shows the status of the programme as it progresses:
(long messages scroll across the line)
DRY
COOL TUMBLE
HEATING
READY
END OF CYCLE, CREASE CARE
END OF CYCLE, CLEAN FILTER AND EMPTY WATER BOTTLE
Each press reduces the time duration and number of available time options depending on the programme/material
selected.
The Timed Dry icon is displayed next to the time.
The selected time remains displayed after the programme starts, but can be changed anytime you wish.
OFF
Each press of the Delay button advances the delay setting
in 1 hour increments, from: to , then and
then after a couple of seconds cancels the delay.
The delay time is shown on the display next to the Delay button.
The display counts down the minutes of the delay period after
the Start/Pause button is pressed.
The second line of the display shows STARTS IN
You can change or cancel the delay time selected anytime if
you wish.
1h 24h
After the Start/Pause button is pressed the Delay or Time to End is displayed in hours and minutes and counts down each
minute.
Heat & Enjoy programme
(if option Post Care selected).
Time to End
After the delay period finishes, or for all the programme if delay not selected, this part of the display will show:
- the estimated time to the end of the programme, for automatic programmes
- the actual time remaining during a timed programme
When timed programmes are selected the time displayed throughout the cycle is the actual time remaining.
When Automatic programmes are selected the time displayed is an estimate of the time remaining. When the
programme is selected the display shows the time required to dry a full load. The time remaining is constantly
monitored during the drying cycle and is updated to show the best forecast.
The colons between the hours and minutes in the display flash to show the time is counting down.
After selecting a programme that has a Timed Dry option,
press the Timed button and the display will increment the
selected time, each time you press and release the button
(see Start and Programmes).
Timed drying