Hotpoint Aquarius TDC30 Instruction Manual

User Handbook
Aquarius Condenser
Tumble Dryer
You must read these instructions prior to using the
appliance and retain them for future reference.

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Safety Advice 3-4
Electrical Requirements 5
Features - get to know the main parts of your Dryer 6
Where to put your Dryer 7
How to use your Dryer 8
The Controls 9
Sorting your laundry 10
Items not suitable for drying 11
Items requiring special attention 12
Emptying the Water Container 13
Guide to Drying Times 14
Caring for your Dryer 15
If something goes wrong 16
If it Still Won’t Work 17
Service Cover Back Cover
Contents
Retention of this Instruction Book
This Instruction Book must be kept handy for reference as it contains important details on
the safe and proper use of the appliance.
If you sell or pass the appliance to someone else, or move house and leave it behind, make
sure this Book is also provided so the new owner can become familiar with the appliance
and safety warnings.
If the Book is lost or damaged a copy may be obtained from:
GDA Ltd., Morley Way, Peterborough, PE2 9JB

For your safety
NEVER ● Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.
NEVER ● Allow the air inlet at the front of the dryer or the air outlet at the back
to be obstructed.
NEVER ● Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.
NEVER ● Tumble dry without the Filter, Water Container or Condenser in
position.
NEVER ● Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place
dripping wet items in the drum.
NEVER ● Allow lint to collect around the dryer.
NEVER ● Add liquid fabric conditioner to the dryer, use liquid conditioner in the
final rinse of your wash.
NEVER ●Use the dryer for commercial drying, the dryer is only suitable for
domestic use.
NEVER ●Dry Acrylics or synthetics on the high heat setting.
NEVER ● Tumble dry articles that have NOT been well washed in water and
detergent then well rinsed and spun.
NEVER ●Tumble dry articles that have had chemicals used for cleaning.
NEVER ●Dry articles that are contaminated with flammable substances such
as: petrol, oil, paint, hair lacquer, creams, cooking fat or oil.
NEVER ●Tumble dry: rubber, foam rubber, plastic, plastic foam, nappy pants
or liners, polythene or paper.
Large, very bulky items including duvets and sleeping bags.
NEVER ●Attempt to stand on top of your dryer, it is not designed for
such use and you could injure yourself or damage the dryer by such
abuse.
NEVER ●Switch electricity On or Off with wet hands.
IMPORTANT
Using your Tumble Dryer is easy.
Nevertheless, for your own safety and to get the best results it is important to know your
Dryer by reading right through this handbook before using your dryer for the first time.
A CHILD COULD CLIMB INTO OR TAMPER WITH AN UNATTENDED
TUMBLE DRYER.
WHEN THE MACHINE IS NOT IN USE SWITCH OFF, REMOVE THE PLUG
AND CLOSE THE DOOR.
IMPORTANT
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For your safety
ALWAYS ●Empty the Water Container after EACH drying cycle.
ALWAYS ●Finish every programme with the cool tumble cycle provided on
the control.
ALWAYS ●Clean the filter, it is essential that the filter is kept clear of fluff
after EACH drying cycle.
ALWAYS ●Ensure Condenser is free of fluff, regular cleaning is recommended.
ALWAYS ●When the dryer is not in use, switch off, remove plug and close the
door.
ALWAYS ●Comply with the specified electrical requirements.
ALWAYS ●Ensure that your dryer is installed correctly and has adequate
ventilation. (see, "Where to put your dryer.")
ALWAYS ●Observe the rules for drying garments:
In particular woollen articles should not be dried in a
tumble dryer unless they are labelled ‘Superwash’,
‘Machine washable’ or have the ‘May be tumble dried’
symbol:
If in any doubt do not dry wool in the machine.
Unlike other materials, the mechanism of wool
shrinkage is irreversible, i.e. it will not stretch back to
the original size and shape.
ALWAYS ●Buy genuine accessories and spares.
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CAUTION:
When the dryer is in use avoid touching the
rear of the dryer as it may be hot!

Electrical Requirements
Supply
Changing
the fuse
Moulded plug
Changing
the plug
Rewirable plug
Changing the
mains cable
WARNING: This appliance must be earthed!
REFER TO THE RATING PLATE FOR VOLTAGE AND CURRENT
REQUIREMENTS. (see diagram for location.)
The flexible mains lead is supplied fitted with a BS1363 plug and
with a 13 amp BS1362 fuse.
The plug should be connected to the mains supply via a suitable
switched socket which is accessible after installing your dryer.
If it is necessary to fit a replacement fuse, it must be a 13 amp
ASTA approved to BS1362 type.
If a replacement fuse holder/cover is required, it must be of the
same colour coding or wording as shown on the base of the plug.
Replacements are available from your Spares stockist.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the
following:
GREEN/YELLOW - EARTH
BLUE - NEUTRAL
BROWN - LIVE
If a replacement plug is to be fitted, the appropriate wire must be
connected to the correct terminal,as follows:
Connect:
Green/Yellow to terminal marked Earth or Green or
Blue to terminal marked Neutral or N or Black
Brown to terminal marked Live or L or Red.
If the plug being replaced is a non-rewirable type then the cut-off
plug must be disposed of safely. DO NOT leave where it can be
inserted into a socket and create a shock hazard.
Should the mains lead ever require replacing at any time please
contact your nearest Service Centre. A charge will be made for the
replacement of the mains lead or if you require a longer lead.
The mains lead must only be replaced by a specially prepared
cable obtainable from your Spares Stockist and fitted by a
qualified electrician.
WARNING: The plug must not be used without a fuse cover.
NOTE: IF IN DOUBT ABOUT ANY OF THE ABOVE CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
GREEN &
YELLOW TO
EARTH
13 AMP
FUSE
BROWN
TO LIVE
CORD
CLAMP
BLUE TO
NEUTRAL
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Features - Get to know the main parts of your dryer
Push here to
open door
NOTE: If your
dryer is new wipe
out the inside of
the drum before
you first use it
to remove any
dust which may
have accumulated
during transit.
Air intake
grille
Plinth Moulding
(Not fitted to all models)
Serial & Model
numbers
Fluff filter
CLEAN AFTER
EACH LOAD
Door
catch
Rating Plate
Condenser
(Keep clear of fluff)
Clean periodically
Door latch Water Container
(Empty after Each Load)
see "The Controls"
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Your Tumble Dryer should NOT be located adjacent to a gas hob,
cooker, heater or eye level grill as flames from the burners could
cause damage to your machine.. When the dryer is fitted under a
work surface, allow space for air to exit the rear grille, a 15mm gap
each side of the dryer is recommended. This airflow is essential to
condense the water produced drying the washing, the dryer will not
operate efficiently in an enclosed space or cupboard.
If using your dryer in a small or cold room some condensation could
be experienced.
If you are using this dryer adjacent or stacked on top of a washing
machine SEPARATE mains plugs and sockets must be used for each
appliance. DO NOT use 2-way adaptors or extension leads.
Both your tumble dryer and front loading washing machine are simi-
lar in design allowing the tumble dryer to be permanently stacked on
top saving you valuable floor space. A special stacking kit complete
with instructions is available from your retailer or nearest Spares
Centre.
IMPORTANT
Only use genuine stacking kits. When ordering you must state
the model numbers of both your Washing Machine and your
Tumble Dryer. Unsuitable kits may result in a potential hazard
and will invalidate your warranty rights.
The door of your Dryer is reversible and can easily be changed .
Exchange diagonally hinge brackets and blanking plugs. Exchange
door latch and catch with their opposite blanking plates. See diagram
above.
HINGE
HINGE
DOOR
LATCH
DOOR
CATCH
Stack it on your
Washing Machine
Door Reversal
Instructions
Where to put your dryer

How to use your dryer
1. Plug in, switch
on electricity. 2. Sort your laundry (see section “Sorting
Your Laundry”)
3. Open the door
by pressing and
releasing the front
panel in the position
shown.
4. Always check
the following:
5. Load the dryer
placing the
clothes carefully in
the drum pushing
them well towards
the back and
away from the
door seal. Close
the door.
6. Select the rele-
vant heat setting
(see section “The
Controls”)
7. Select the
required programme
or drying time. (see
section “The
Controls”)
8. Press the
START switch to
commence the dry-
ing programme.
9. When finished
open the door and
take out the laun-
dry. Clean and
replace the fluff fil-
ter, and empty the
water container.
10.Switch off elec-
tricity and remove
plug from socket.
WARNING: WHEN
SWITCHING ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS
ARE DRY
WARNING: WHEN
SWITCHING ON
OR OFF, PLEASE
ENSURE THAT
YOUR HANDS
ARE DRY
FLUFF FILTER
is clean and in place
WATER CONTAINER
is empty and in place
CONDENSER
is clean and in place
The ‘Cool Tumble’
phase
About 10 minutes before the programme is completed, the heating
elements will be switched off and the programme enters the final
‘Cool Tumble’ phase. During this phase the fabric is cooled. You
should always allow the dryer to complete this phase.
By opening the door you can check the dryness of the load as often
as you wish and if you want to remove some items before they are
fully dry. (This is particularly useful for a mixed load where you want
to iron some items, but others are to be fully dried.) You will need
to press the start button after closing the door to re-start the
programme. See section ‘The Controls’.
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The Controls
Heat Selection
Switch Start
switch
Empty water
light
Clean Filter
light
Drying
light
Timer
Control
The drying time for both heat settings is controlled by the timer. All you
have to do is turn the Timer Control clockwise until the required time
appears in line with the indicator.
NEVER WIND THE TIMER CONTROL ANTI-CLOCKWISE.
The “Guide to Drying Times” section will tell you how much time you’ll
need for various loads.
To select high heat (Cottons), the Heat Selection switch must be IN.
To select Low heat (Acrylics and Synthetics) the Heat Selection switch
must be OUT.
See section “Guide to Drying Times”.
Press and release the START button to commence a drying program
(The drying time must have been selected first).
This light glows during the drying part of the programme except for the
short periods during the drum reverse action.
When the door is opened this light will glow to remind you to clean the
filter.
This light will glow when the water container is full.
You should not wait for this light to glow before emptying the water
container, but empty it after each load (see section “Emptying the
Water Container”).
NOTE: When the light glows you must stop the dryer and empty the
water container.
If the water light glows during a drying cycle the timer will advance to
the Cool Tumble Phase without drying the load.
The light will take approximately 10 seconds to go out after replacing
the empty container.
Setting the timer
Selecting the
required Heat
Setting
Starting the Dryer
Drying light
Clean Filter light
Empty Water
Light
NOTE: If the door is opened during a programme the
Dryer will automatically stop.
To continue the programme after closing the door, the
START button must be pressed.
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Sorting your laundry
1. Always separate laundry into the correct fabric groups before
washing and drying.
2. See that all zips are closed, hooks and eyes are fastened and
belt, strings etc. are tied loosely in bows, you will normally have
done this for each item before the washing stage.
3. It is important to extract as much water as possible from each
item before drying. This saves you time and money.
4. Make sure that the items to be dried are suitable for tumble
drying, or are not of a type requiring ‘special attention’ (see“Wash
Care Labels” section).
Your dryer will hold a load of 6kg (13lb) dry weight of natural fabrics.
if you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the
maximum load should not exceed 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight.
This difference is that man-made fibres require more space to tumble-
dry without creasing.
To help you estimate how many items it takes to make up a drying
load, the charts below show the approximate weights of some every-
day washing items.
If you group small cotton or terry-towelling items with a synthetic
fabric load they could be damp at the end of the drying cycle. If this
happens simply give them an additional short period of drying to
finish them off.
Maximum
load size
Typical load
WARNING: CLOTHES SHOULD NEVER BE LOADED
DRIPPING WET
WARNING: DO NOT OVERLOAD AS THIS COULD RESULT IN
REDUCED DRYING PERFORMANCE AND A POSSIBLE FIRE
HAZARD.
Clothes
Blouse Cotton 150g 5oz
Other 100g 31/2oz
Dress Cotton 500g 1lb 2oz
Other 350g 12oz
Jeans 700g 1lb 6oz
10 Nappies 1000g 2lb 3oz
Shirt Cotton 300g 101/2oz
Other 200g 7oz
T-Shirt 125g 41/2oz
Household Items
Duvet cover Cotton 1500g 3lb 5oz
(Double) Other 1000g 2lb 3oz
Large Tablecloth 700g 1lb 6oz
Small Tablecloth 250g 9oz
Tea Towel 100g 31/2oz
Bath Towel 700g 1lb 8oz
Hand Towel 350g 12oz
Double Sheet 500g 1lb 2oz
Single Sheet 350g 12oz
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