Hotpoint HTDX100EM0WW User manual

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Safety Instructions ........ 2-4
Operating Instructions
Control Panel .................... 5
Control Settings .................. 6
Loading and Using
the Dryer ...................... 8, 9
Reversing the Door .............. 7
Venting the Dryer ................ 9
Troubleshooting Tips ... lO, 11
Consumer Support
Consumer Support .............. 14
Warranty ...................... 13
Write the model and serial
numbers here:
Model #
Serial #
Youcan find them on a label on the
front of the dryer behind the door.
234Dl157PO01 39-90406 05/27/10 GE

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
AWARNING!
Foryour safety, the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk
of fire or explosion, electric shock, or to prevent property damage, personal inJury, or
death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Installation and service must be
performed by a qualified installer,
service agency or the gas supplier.
WHAT TO DO IF YOU SMELL GAS:
[_ Do not try to light a match, or cigarette,
or turn on any gas or electrical
appliance.
[_ Do not touch any electrical switch; do
not use any phone inyour building.
[_ Clear the room, building or area of all
occupants.
[] Immediately call your gas supplier from
a neighbor's phone. Follow the gas
supplier's instructions carefully.
[_ Ifyou cannot reach your gas supplier,
call the fire department.
California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act
Thisact requiresthe governor of Californiato publisha list ofsubstancesknown to the stateto cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm and requiresbusinessesto warn customers of potential exposure
to such substances.
Gasappliances can cause minor exposureto four of these substances,namelg benzene,carbon monoxide,
formaldehgde and soot, caused primarilg bg the incomplete combustion of natural gas or LPfuels.
Properlgadjusted dryers will minimize incomplete combustion. Exposureto these substances can be
minimizedfurther by properly venting the dryer to the outdoors.
%PROPERINSTALLAWON
This dryer must be properly installed and located in accordance with the Installation Instructions
before it is used. If you did not receive an Installation Instructions sheet, you can receive one by
visiting Hotpoint.com, or by calling 800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).
I Properlyground dryer to conform with all
governing codes and ordinances. Followdetails
in Installation Instructions.
I Installor store where it will not be exposed
to temperatures belowfreezing or exposed
to the weather,which could cause permanent
damage and invalidate the warranty.
I Connectto a properly rated, protected and sized
power supply circuit to avoid electrical overload.
I Removeall sharp packing items and dispose of
all shipping materials properly.
Exhaust/Oucting:
r_l Gasdryers MUSTbe exhausted to the outside.
rz] useonly rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside
the dryer cabinet and useonly rigid metal 4"
diameter or ULapproved transition ducting
between the dryer and the home duct. USEOF
PLASTICOROTHERCOMBUSTIBLEDUCTWORK
CAN CAUSEA FIRE.PUNCTUREDDUCTWORK
CAN CAUSEA FIREIFIT COLLAPSESOR
BECOMESOTHERWISERESTRICTEDIN USEOR
DURINGINSTALLATION.
Forcomplete details,follow the Installation
Instructions.
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WARNING!
YOUR LAUNDRY AREA
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B
B
Keepthe area underneath and around your
appliances free of combustible materials (lint,
paper,rags,etc.),gasoline, chemicals and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
Keepthe floor around your appliances clean and
dry to reduce the possibility of slipping.
Closesupervisionisnecessary ifthis appliance is
used by or near children. Do not allow children to
play on,with or insidethis or any other appliance.
I Keepall laundry aids(suchas detergents, bleaches,
etc.)out ofthe reach of children, preferably in a
locked cabinet. Observeall warnings on container
labelsto avoid injury.
I Never climb on or stand on the dryer top.
WHEN USING YOUR DRYER
II Never reach into the dryer while the drum is
moving. Beforeloading, unloading or adding
clothes,wait until the drum has completely
stopped.
II Thelaundry processcan reduce the flame
retardancy of fabrics.Toavoid such a result,
carefully follow the garment manufacturer's
care instructions.
B
B
B
B
Cleanthe lint filter before each load to prevent lint
accumulation insidethe dryer or in the room. DO
NOTOPERATETHEDRYERWITHOUTTHELINT
FILTERIN PLACE.
Do not wash or dry articlesthat have been
cleaned in,washed in,soaked in or spotted
with combustible or explosivesubstances(suchas
wax, oil,paint, gasoline, degreasers,dry-cleaning
solvents,kerosene,etc.).Thesesubstances give
off vapors that may ignite or explode. Donot add
these substancesto the wash water. Donot use
or placethese substances around your washer
or dryer during operation.
Do not place items exposed to cooking oilsin your
dryer. Items contaminated with cooking oils may
contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause
a clothes load to catch fire.
Any article on which you have useda cleaning
solvent or that contains flammable materials (such
as cleaning cloths, mops,towels used in beauty
salons,restaurants,or barber shops,etc.)must
not be placed in or near the dryer until solvents or
flammable materials have been removed.There
are many highly flammable items used in homes
such as acetone, denatured alcohol, gasoline,
kerosene,some household cleaners,some spot
removers,turpentines, waxes,wax removers
and products containing petroleum distillates.
II
II
II
II
II
Do not dry articlescontaining rubber,plastic
or similar materials such aspadded bras, tennis
shoes,galoshes,bath mats, rugs, bibs,baby pants,
plastic bags, pillows,etc. that may melt or burn.
Somerubber materials, when heated, can under
certain circumstances produce fire by
spontaneous combustion.
Do not store plastic,paper or clothing that may
burn or melt on top of the dryer during operation.
Garments labeled DryAway from Heat or DoNot
TumbleDry (suchas lifejackets containing Kapok)
must not be put in your dryer.
Do not dry fiberglass articles in your dryer.
Skinirritation could result from the remaining
particles that may be picked up by clothing
during subsequent dryer uses.
To minimize the possibility of electric shock,unplug
this appliance from the power supply or disconnect
the dryer at the householddistribution panel by
removing the fuse or switching off the circuit
breaker before attempting any maintenance or
cleaning (exceptthe removal and cleaning of the
lint filter).NOTE:Turning the CycleSelector knob
to an off position or pressing PAUSEdoesNOT
disconnect the appliance from the power supply.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING.
AWARNING!
WHEN USINGYOURDRYER(cont.)
I Never attempt to operate this appliance if it is I
damaged, malfunctioning,partiallg disassembled,or
has missingor broken parts, includinga damaged
cord or plug.
B
B
Theinterior of the machine and the exhaust duct
connection insidethe dryer should be cleaned at
least once a gear by a qualified technician. See
the Loading and Usingthe Dryersection.
If yours isa gasdryer, it isequipped with an
automatic electric ignition and does not have
a pilot light. DONOTATTEIVIpTTOLIGHTWITHA
MATCH.Burnsmay result from having your hand
in the vicinity of the burner when the automatic
ignition turns on.
Youmay wish to soften your laundered fabrics
or reducethe static electricity in them by using
a dryer-applied fabric softener or an anti-static
conditioner. We recommend you useeither a
fabric softener in the wash cycle, according to the
manufacturer's instructions for those products, or
try a dryer-added product for which the
manufacturer gives written assurance on the
package that their product can be safely used
in your dryer. Serviceor performance problems
caused by useof these products are the
responsibility ofthe manufacturers of those
products and are not covered under the
warranty to this appliance.
WHEN NOT USING YOUR DRYER
BGraspthe plug firmly when disconnecting this
appliance to avoid damage to the cord while
pulling. Placethe cord away from traffic areas
so itwill not be stepped on,tripped over or
subjected to damage.
I Beforediscarding a dryer, or removing it from
service,remove the dryer door to prevent children
from hiding inside.
I Do not tamper with controls.
BDonot attempt to repair or replaceany part
ofthis applianceor attempt any servicingunless
specificallgrecommended inthis Owner's Manual
or in published user-repairinstructionsthat gou
understand and havethe skillsto carrg out.
READAND FOLLOWTHISSAFETYINFORMATIONCAREFULLY.
SAVETHESEINSTRUCTIONS

About the dryer control panel. Hotpoint.com
You can locate your model number on the label on the front of the dryer behind the door. Throughout this manual, features and
appearance may vary from your model.
START
PUSH TO START
TEMPERATURE COTTONS
WRINKLE FR£_ AUTOMATIC
MEO_UM
4o _o TIMED DRY
WRINKLE FREE
AUTOMAnC
bO_F
NOTE: Drying times will vary according to the type of heat used (Electric, Natural or LP gas), size of load,
types of fabrics, wetness of clothes and condition of exhaust ducts.

About the controlsettings.
IMPORTANT: Clean the lint filter each time you use the dryer.
_Fabric Care/Temperature (on some models)
COTTONS For regular to heavg cottons.
REGULAR
WRINKLEFREE Forsgnthetics, blends,delicates and items labeled permanent press.
MEDIUM
KNITS/DELICATESOn some models. Fordelicates,sgnthetics and items labeled tumble dry low.
LOW
FLUFF For fluffing items without heat. Use the TIMED DRY cgcle.
NO HEAT
Automatic cgclesautomaticallg determine fabric drgness.SelectLESSDRY if gou want gour clothesslightlg
damp at the end of the drging cgcle.SelectMOREDRYif gou want them to feel drier.Timedcgcles runfor a
selectedtime.
_Drying Cycles
COTTONS
WRINKLE FREE
TIMED DRY
DAMP DRY
DEWRINKLE
FLUFF or
QUICK FLUFF
Forcottons and most linens.Formost loadsselect OPTIMUMDRY(onsome models)or
selectthe PreferredRegularSetting marked with an *.
Forwrinkle-free, permanent press and delicate items, and knits.
Setthe CgcleSelector at the desireddrging time.
Forleaving items partiullg damp.
Forremoving wrinkles from itemsthat are clean and drg or that are verg lightlg damp.
Forfreshening or fluffing up alreadg drg clothing, fabrics, linensand pillows. Usewith
FLUFFNO HEAT.Provides!0 minutes of no heat tumbling.
Start- Closethe drger door.SelectSTART.Openingthe door during operation will stop the drger.
Torestart the drger,close the door and selectSTARTto complete the cgcle.

About reversing the door. ,ot oint.com
Reversing the Door
Toolsneeded.
I Standard#2 [] Tape-tipped
Phillipsscrewdriver putty knife
r_ open the doorand remove the filler plugs opposite the hinges.With the door completelg
open,remove the bottom screwfrom each hingeon the drger face. Insertthese screws
about halfwag into the TOPholes,for each hinge,on the opposite side(wheregou
removed the filler plugs).Applg firm pressureto get the screw started in new holes.
r-2-jLoosentop screw from each hinge on the drger face half wag. With one hand holding the
top of the door and the other hand holding the bottom, remove the door from the drger
bg lifting it UPand OUT.
r_-i Rotatethe door 180°. Insert iton the opposite sideof the opening bg moving the door
IN and DOWN until the top hinge and the bottom hinge are resting on the top screws
inserted in step 1.
r_ Removethe remaining screwsfrom the sideof the opening from which the door
was removed.With these screws,secure each hinge at the bottom. Tighten the
2 top screws of each hinge.Reinsertthe plastic plugson the sidefrom which the
door was removed.
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Loading and using the dryer.
Always follow the fabric manufacturer's care label when laundering.
Sorting and Loading Hints
Asa general rule,if clothesare sorted properly for the Do not overload.Thiswastes energyand causes
washer,they are sorted properly for the dryer, wrinkling.
Do not add fabric softener sheetsoncethe load has
become warm. Theymay causefabric softenerstains.
Bounce®FabricConditionerDryer Sheetshave been
approved for usein all GEDryerswhen usedin
accordancewith themanufacturer's instructions.
Do not dry the following items: fiberglassitems,
woolens,rubber-coated items,plastics,items with
plastic trim and foam-filled items.
Careand Cleaningof the Dryer
TheExterior: Wipe or dust any spillsor washing
compounds with a damp cloth. Dryer control panel
and finishes may be damaged by some laundry
pretreatment soiland stain remover products. Apply
these products away from the dryer. Thefabric may
then be washed and dried normally. Damage to your
dryer caused by these products isnot covered by
your warranty.
TheExhaust Duct: Inspectand clean the exhaust
ducting at leastonce a year to prevent clogging.
A partially clogged exhaust can lengthen the
drying time.
Follow these steps:
rl] Turn off electrical supply by disconnecting
the plug from the wall socket.
The Lint Filter: Cleanthe lint filter before each use.
Moistenyour fingers and reach into the filter opening.
Runyour fingers acrossthefilter. Havea qualified
technician vacuum the lint from the dryer once
a year.
-2-]Disconnectthe duct from the dryer.
r_] vacuum the duct with the hoseattachment
and reconnect the duct.
TheExhaust Hood: Checkfrom the outside that the
flaps ofthe hood move freely when operating. Make
surethat there isno wildlife (birds,insects,etc.)nesting
insidethe duct or hood.
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8

Loading and using the dryer. A/woys_o//o_therobricmonuroctu,en_o_elobe/_he,_/ounde_ing
Venting the Dryer
Forthe best drging performance, the drger needs to be properlg vented. The dryer will use more
energy and run longer if it is not vented to the below specificutions. Curefully follow the detoils
on Exhousting in the Instollotion Instructions.
I Use onlg rigid metal 4" diameter ductwork inside the drger cabinet. Use onlg rigid metal or ULlisted
flexible metal 4" diameter ductwork for exhausting to the outside.
I Do not use plastic or other combustible ductwork.
I Use the shortest length possible.
I Do not crush or collapse.
it Avoid resting the duct on sharp objects.
IVenting must conform to Iocol building codes.
Correct
Venting !C
Incorrect
Venting
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Beforeyou call for service...
RTroubleshooting Tips
Save time and money! Review the charts on the following
pages, or visit Hotpoint.com. You may not need to call for
service.
Problem Possible Causes What To Do
Dryer doesnt start Dryer is unplugged , Hake sure the dryer plug ispushed completely into
the outlet.
Fuse is blown/circuit breaker , Checkthe housefuse/circuit breaker box and replace
is tripped fuse or reset breaker. NOTE:Electricdryers usetwo fuses
or breakers.
Dryer doesn't heat Fuse is blown/circuit breaker , Checkthe housefuse/circuit breaker box and replace
is tripped, the dryer may both fusesor reset both breakers.Yourdryer may tumble
tumble but not heat ifonly one fuse is blown or one breaker tripped.
Gasservice is off ,Makesure gas shutoff at dryer and main shutoff are
fully open.
LPgas supply tank isempty , Refillor replace tank. Dryer should heat when
or there has been a utility utility serviceisrestored.
interruption of natural gas
(gas models)
Dryer shakes or Someshaking/noise is normal. , Movedryer to an evenfloor space,or adjust leveling legs
makes noise Dryer may be sitting unevenly as necessary until even.
Greasy spats an clothes Improper use of fabric softener • Followdirections on fabric softener package.
Drying dirty items with , Useyour dryer to dry only clean items. Dirty items can
clean ones stain clean items and the dryer.
Clothes were not , Sometimes stains which cannot be seenwhen the
completely clean clothes are wet appear after drying. Use proper
washing procedures before drying.
Lint an clothes Lint filter is full , Cleanlint screen before each load.
Improper sorting , Sort lint producers (likechenille)from lint collectors
(likecorduroy).
Static electricity can attract lint • Seesuggestions in this section under STATIC.
Overloading • Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Paper,tissue, etc. left in pockets , Empty all pockets before laundering clothes.
Static occurs No fabric softener was used , Try a fabric softener.
eBounce®FabricConditioner Dryer Sheetshave been
approved for use in all GEDryerswhen usedin
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Overdrying , Try a fabric softener.
, Adjust setting to LESSDRYor DANPDRY.
Synthetics, permanent press , Try a fabric softener.
and blends can cause static
Inconsistent drying times Type of heat , Automatic drying times willvary according to the type
of heat used(electric,natural or LPgas),sizeof load,
types of fabrics,wetness of clothes and condition of
exhaust ducts.
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Beforeyou call for service... ,ot ointcom
Troubleshooting Tips
Problem Possible Causes
Clothes take too long Improper sorting
to dry
Large loads ofheaw fabrics
(like beach towels}
Controls improperly set
Lint filter is full
Improper or obstructedducting
What To Do
, Separate heavy items from lightweight items (generally,
a well-sorted washer load isa well-sorted dryer load).
. Large,heavy fabrics contain more moisture and take
longer to dry. Separate large,heavy fabrics into smaller
loadsto speed drying time.
•Hatch control settings to the load you are drying.
. Cleanlint filter before every load.
Checkinstallation instructions for proper
ducting/venting.
Hake sure ducting isclean, free of kinksand
unobstructed.
Checkto see ifoutside wall damper operates easily.
Checkthe Installation Instructions to make surethe
dryer venting iscorrect.
Blown fuses or tripped , Replacefusesor reset circuit breakers.Sincemost dryers
circuit breaker usetwo fuses/breakers,make sure both are operating.
Overloading/combining loads , Donot put more than one washer load in the dryer
at a time.
Underloading , If you are drying only one or two items,add a few items
to ensure proper tumbling.
Clothes are wrinkled Overdrying , Selecta shorter drying time.
Removeitemswhile they still hold a slight amount of
moisture.Select a LESSDRYor DAMPDRYsetting.
Letting items sitin dryer after , Removeitemswhen cycle ends and fold or hang
cycle ends immediately.
Overloading , Separate large loads into smaller ones.
Clothes shrink Somefabrics will naturally shrink , Toavoid shrinkage,follow garment care labelsexactly.
when washed. Others can be Some items may be pressed back into shape after drying.
safely washed, but will shrink
in the dryer , If you are concerned about shrinkage in a particular
item,do not machine wash or tumble dry it.
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Notes:
12

Hotpoint Dryer Warranty.
Allwarranty serviceprovided by our FactoryServiceCenters,
or anauthorized [e-mail]
service,on-line 24 hoursa day, visitusat Hotpoint.com,or call
800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737).Pleasehaveserial numberand
model number availablewhen calling for service.
Stapleyour receipt here.
Proof of the original purchase
date is needed to obtain service
under the warranty.
For The Period Of: We Will Replace:
OneYear
Fromthe date of the
originalpurchase
Any part of the dryer which fails due to a defect in materials or workmanship. Duringthis
limited one-year warranty, we will also provide, free of charge, all labor and related servicecosts
to replacethe defective part.
What Is Not Covered:
i Servicetrips to your home to teach you how to use
the product.
I Improper installation (including improper venting},
delivery or maintenance.
I Failure of the product if it isabused, misused, or usedfor
other than the intended purpose or used commercially.
I Replacement of the light bulb.
I Products which are not defective or broken, or which are
working as described in the OwneCsManual.
[] Replacement of house fuses or resetting of circuit
breakers.
[] Damage to the product caused by accident, fire, floods
or acts of God.
[] Incidental or consequential damage caused by possible
defects with this appliance.
[] Defects or damage due to operation in freezing
temperatures.
[] Damage causedafter delivery.
[] Product not accessible to provide required service.
EXCLUSIONOFIMPLIED WARRANTIES--Yoursole and exclusive remedy isproduct repair as provided in this
Limited Warranty. Any implied warranties, including the implied warranties of merchantaBility or fitness for
a particular purpose, are limited to one year or the shortest period allowed 8y law.
This warranty is extended to the original purchaser and any succeeding owner for products purchased for
home use within the USA. If the product is located in an area where service by a GEAuthorized Servicer is not
available, you may be responsible for a trip charge or you may be required to bring the product to an Authorized
GEService location. In Alaska, the warranty excludes the cost of shipping or service calls to your home.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. This warranty
gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. To know
what your legal rights are, consult your local or state consumer affairs office or your state's Attorney General.
Warrantor: General Electric Company. Louisville, KY 40225
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Consumer Support.
HotpointWebsite Hotpoint.com
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all of our on-line support servicesdesignedfor gout convenience.
ScheduleService Hotpoint.com
ExpertHotpoint repair serviceisonlg one step awag from gour door.Geton-line and schedule gour service
at gour convenience 24 hoursang dog of the gear!Or call800.GE.CARES(800.432.2737)during normal business
hours.
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people of all ages,sizesand capabilities.We recognize the need to designfor a wide range of phgsical and
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800.TDD.GEAC(800.833.4322).
ExtendedWarranties GEAppliances.com
Purchasea Hotpoint extended warrantg and learn about special discounts that are availablewhile gour
warrantg isstill ineffect. Youcan purchase it on-line angtime, or call 800.626.2224during normal business
hours. Hotpoint Consumer Home Serviceswill still be there after gout warrantg expires.
PartsandAccessories Hotpoint.com
Individualsqualified to servicetheir own appliances can haveparts or accessoriessent directlg to their homes
(VISA,klasterCard and Discovercards are accepted). Orderon-line todag, 24 hours everg dag or bg phone at
800.626.2002during normal businesshours.
Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user. Other servicing
generally should be referred to qualified service personnel. Caution must be exercised,since improper
servicing may cause unsafe operation.
Contact Us Hotpoint.com
Ifgou are not satisfied with the servicegou receivefrom Hotpoint, contact uson our Website with all the details
including gour phone number, or write to: General Manager,Customer Relations
Hotpoint, Appliance Park
Louisville,KY40225
Register YourAppliance Hotpoint.com
Register your new appliance on-line--at your convenience! Timelg product registration willallow for enhanced
communication and prompt service under the terms of gour warrantg, should the need arise.
You mag also mail in the pre-printed registration card included in the packing material.

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Instrucciones de seguridud ........ 2-4
Instrucciones de operuci6n
Ajustes de control ....................... 6
C6mo cambiar la puerta .................. 7
C6mo cargar eusar la secadora ......... 8, 9
Tablero de control
de la secadora ........................... 5
Ventilaci6n de la secadora ................ 9
Soluci6n u problemus
comunes ......................... to, tt
Soporte al consumidor
Garantia ............................... 15
Soporte al consumidor ................... 14
Escriba los n(lmeros de!
modelo y de serie aqui:
No. de modelo
No. de serie
Estos nOmeros se encuentran
en una etiqueta en la parte
frontal de la secadora, detrds
de la puerta. 234DII57PO01 39-90406 o5/27/1oGE

INFORMACION IMPORTANTESDESEGURIDAD.
LEA TODASLAS INSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
AiADVERTENCIA!
Por su seguridad, debe seguir las indicaciones de este manual para minimizar
el riesgo de incendio oexplosi6n, descarga el_ctrica, opara evitar dafios a la
propiedad, lesiones personales, omuerte.
[] No almacene ni use gasolina u otros [] La instalaci6n y el servicio Io deben
vapores inflamables y fiquidos en las Ilevar a cabo un instalador calificado,
proximidades de este ocualquier otro la agencia de servicio oel proveedor
electrodom_stico, de gas.
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oun cigarrillo, o encender cualquier
electrodom_stico el_ctrico ode gas.
No toque ning_n interruptor
el_ctrico; no use ning_n tel_fono en
el edificio.
[] Desocupe el habitaci6n, edificio o
area afectada.
[-_ Llame inmediatamente a su
proveedor de gas usando el
tel_fono de alg_n vecino. Siga las
instrucciones del proveedor de gas
cuidadosamente.
[-_ Si usted no puede ponerse en
contacto con su proveedor de
gas, flame al departamento de
bomberos.
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Io combusti6n incompleto del gas natural o de combustibles LP.
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hocio el exterior.
INSTALACION APROPIADA
Antes de usarse, la secadora se debe instalar apropiadamente de acuerdo con las Instrucciones de
instalaci6n. Si no ha recibido una hoja de Instrucciones de instalaci6n, puede obtener una copia
visitando Hotpoint.com o Ilamando a1800.GE.CARES (800.452.2757).
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su AREADE SECADO
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Mantenga el @ea debajo g alrededor de
sus electrodom_sticos libre de materiales
combustibles (pelusas,papel,trapos, etc.),
gasolina, productos qu[micos g otros I[quidos
g vapores inflamables.
Mantenga el pisoalrededor de sus
electrodom_sticos limpios g secospara reducir
la posibilidadde un accidente.
Supervisea losnihosen caso de que ellosusen
la secadora ojueguen cerca de ella durante su
operaci6n. Nopermita que losnihosjueguen con
la secadora, en su interior,sobreella o ningOn
otro electrodom6stico.
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iVlantengatodos los art[culos de limpieza
(talescomo detergentes g blanqueadores)fuera
del alcance de losni_os, preferiblemente
encerrados en un gabinete. Pongaatenci6n a las
advertencias en lasetiquetas de losenvasespara
evitar accidentes.
Nunca trepe ni se ponga de pie sobre la parte
superior de la secadora.
CUANDO USE SU SECADORA
I Nunca introduzca sus manos en el interior de I
la secadora mientras el tambor giratorio est6
movi_ndose.Antes de agregar g sacar ropa, espere
hasta que el tambor giratorio sehaga detenido.
Elproceso de lavado puede reducir la habilidad
de retardar la flamabilidad de algunas telas.
Para evitar tal resultado,siga lasinstrucciones
del fabricante de lastelas con mucho cuidado.
I Limpieel filtro de pelusas antes de cada carga I
para evitar la acumulaci6n de pelusasen el interior
de la secadora o en la habitaci6n. NO OPERELA
SECADORASINELFILTRODEPELUSASENSU
LUGAR.
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Nolaveo sequeart[culos que sehagan limpiado,
lavado, remojado o salpicado con sustancias
combustibles o explosivas (talescomo cera, aceite,
pintura, gasolina, desengrasadores, solventesde
tintorer[a, kerosene).Estassustancias producen
vapores que podr[an incendiarse o explotar. No
agregue estassustancias al agua de lavado. No
use ni coloque estassustancias alrededor de la
lavadora o secadora durante su uso.
Nocoloque art[culos expuestos a aceite
de cocinar en la secadora.Losart[culos
contaminados con aceites de cocinar podr[an
contribuir a formar una reacci6n qdmica que
podr[a causar que una carga de ropas seincendie.
Cualquierart[culo sobre el cual usted us6
un solventede limpieza o que contenga materiales
inflamables (talescomo pa_osde limpieza,
trapeadores,toallas usadas en salonesde belleza,
restaurantes o barber[as)no sedeben colocar en el
interior o en las proximidades de la secadora hasta
que lossolventeso I[quidosinflamables sehagan
removido. Existenmuchos art[culos inflamables
en el hogar tales como la acetona, el alcohol, la
gasolina, el kerosene,algunos limpiadores,algunos
quitamanchas, aguarrc_s,trementina, ceras,
removedores de cera g productos que contengan
derivados del petr61eo.
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No sequeart[culos que contengan goma, pl6stico,
espuma o materiales similarestales como sostenes
(brasieres)con relleno,ganchos de goma,
alfombras de baho, baberos de niBo,pantalones de
niho,bolsas pl6sticas g almohadas que se puedan
derretir o quemar. AIgunos materiales gomosos,
cuando se calientan, bajo ciertas circunstancias
podr[an incendiarse por combusti6n espont6nea.
Durante suoperaci6n, no almacene encima de la
secadora pl6sticos,papel o ropa que se puedan
quemar o derretir.
Lasprendas de vestir etiquetadas 'Or)/away
from heat" (Secaralejadasdel calor)o "Donot
tumble dry" (Nosecar pot giro)--tales como
chaquetas salvavidas que contienen capoc-
no se deben colocar en su secadora.
No sequeart[culos de fibra de vidrio en su
secadora. Estopodr[aocasionar irritaci6n en la piel
debido a laspart[culas restantes que sepodr[an
adherir a la ropa durante usossubsecuentes
de la secadora.
Para minimizar la posibilidadde una descarga
el6ctrica, desconecte 6ste electrodom_stico de su
tomacorriente o desconecte la secadora del panel
de distribuci6n el6ctrica del edificio removiendo el
fusible o desconectando el circuito antes de dar
cualquier tipo de mantenimiento o limpieza (conla
excepci6n de remover g limpiar elfiltro de la
pelusa).NOTA:accionar la perilla Selectorade ciclo
a una posici6n de apagado (Off)o apretar PAUSE
(PAUSA),NO desconecta el electrodom6stico de la
fuente de alimentaci6n el6ctrica.

INFORMACi6N IMPORTANTESDESEGURIDAD.
LEA TODASLAS INSTRUCCIONESANTES DE USAR.
AiADVERTENCIA!
CUANDO USESU SECADORA(cont.)
it Nunca intente operar 6ste electrodom6stico it
siestc_da_ado, si no funciona bien,siestc_
parcialmente desarmado, o si lefaltan partes o
6stasestc_nrotas,inclugendo dahos al cable
el6ctrico.
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Elinterior de la mc_quinag la conexi6n
del tuba de escape en el interior de la secadora
sedeben limpiar par Iomenos una vez al aho par
parte de un t_cnico calificado. Ver la secci6n
Cdmo usarla secadom.
Sisusecadora esde gas, 6sta estc_equipada con
un encendido el6ctrico autom@ico y no necesita
una luzpiloto. NOINTENTEENCENDERLACONUN
FOSFORO.Podr[anresultar quemaduras por tener
su mano en lascercan[as del quemador cuando el
encendido el6ctrico automdtico comience.
Esposibleque usted deseesuavizar su ropa
o reducir la electricidad est@icaen ella usando
una toalla suavizante para secadora o un
acondicionador [e-mail]
que usted useun suavizante de telas en el ciclo
de lavado, de acuerdo con lasinstrucciones del
fabricante para estosproductos, o trate un
producto en el que el fabricante le proporcione
una garant[a escritaen el paquete especificando
que esseguro para usaren lassecadoras. Los
problemas de servicioo de rendimiento causados
por estos productos son responsabilidad de los
fabricantes de estos productos g no est6n
cubiertos par la garant[a de 6ste electrodom6stico.
CUANDO NO SE ENCUENTRE USANDO SU SECADORA
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Cuandodesconecte 6ste electrodom_stico, agarre
el enchufe firmemente para evitar daBosal cable
el@ctricomientras Io hale.Coloqueel cable
el6ctrico en un lugar alejado de las @easde trc_fico
para que nadie Iopise,tropiece o Iopueda dahar.
No intente hacer reparaciones o reemplazar
ninguna parte de 6ste electrodom6stico ni intente
Ilevara cabo ningQntipo de servicioa no serque
Iorecomiende el Manual del propietario o
instrucciones publicadas que usted entienda
g tenga la habilidad de Ilevara cabo.
it Antes de desechar esta secadora o de removerla
para darle servicio,remueva la puerta de la
secadora para evitar que algOn nino
seesconda en suinterior.
it No intente alterar loscontroles.
LEAYSIGAESTAINFORMACIONDESEGURIDADCONMUCHOCUIDADO.
GUARDE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
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Informaci6n sobre el tablero de control de la secadora. Hotpoint.com
Puedeubicarsu nOmerodemoddo enla etiqueta dela porte frontal dela secadora,detrds de la puerto.A Iolargodeestemanual,
los funcionesy la aparienciapodrfan setdiferentesa sumoddo.
START
PUSH TO START
TEMPERATURE
WRINKLE FREE
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COTTONS
AUTOCrATiC
OFF(
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WRINKLE FREE
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NOTA: los tiempos de secado variardn de acuerdo al tipo de calor utilizado (el6ctrico, natural ogas LP),
volumen de carga, tipo de telas, nivel de humedad de la ropa y estado de los conductos de escape.

Informaci6n sobre los ajustes de control.
IMPORTANTE:limpie el filtro de pelusa cada vez que utilice la secadora.
BCuidado de las telas/Temperatura (en algunos modelos)
COTTONSREGULARParatelas de algod6n de normales a pesadas.
(ALGODONESREGULAR}
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WRINKLEFREEMEDIUM, Para telas sint6ticas,tejidos de mezcla g articulos etiquetados como de
(ART/CULOSSIN permanent press(planchadopermanente).
LASARRUGASMEDIO)
KNITS/DELICATES LOW En algunos modelos. Para articulos delicados, de tela sint6tica g
{ARTICULOS TEJIDOS/ etiquetados como tumble dry low (centrifugado de secado lento).
PRENDAS DELICADAS BAJO)
FLUFF NO HEAT Para esponjar articulos sin utilizar calor. Use el ciclo de TIMED DRY
(ESPONJADO SIN CALOR) (SECADO CRONOHETRADO),
Losciclosautom@icos detectan autom@icamente el nivelde sequedad de lastelas.Seleccione
LESSDRY(MENOSSECO/sideseaque susoprendaspermanezcan levemente hOmedasal final del
ciclo de secado.SeleccioneMOREDRY(MASSECO/sideseaque tengan un tacto m6s seco.Losciclos
cronometrados seejecutan durante un per[ododeterminado de tiempo.
Ciclos de secado
COTTONS Paratelas de algod6n g la magor[a de lastelas de hilo.Parala magoria
(ALGODONES}de las cargas,seleccioneOPTIMUMDRV(SECADOOPTIPIO)(enalgunos
modelos)o seleccioneel PreferredRegularSetting(Ajusteregular de
preferencia)con un *.
WRINKLEFREE Para articulos que no searrugan, planchado permanente g delicados,
(ARTICULOSSIN as[como art[culostejidos.
LASARRUGAS)
TIMED DRY Programe el CgcleSelector(Selectorde ciclo)al tiempo de secado
(SECADOCRONOMETRADO)deseado.
DAMPDRY Para dejar los art[culos parcialmente h0medos.
(SECADOHUMEDO)
DEWRINKLE Para eliminar las arrugas de losart[culos que estan limpios g secoso
(ELIMINACI6NDEARRUGAS)que estc_nlevemente h0medos.
FLUFFor QUICKFLUFF Para esponjar o refrescar prendas,telas,telas de hilo g almohadas que
(ESPONJADOo ga seencuentran secas.Use la opci6n de FLUFFNO HEAT(ESPONJADO
ESPONJADORAPIDO).SINCALOR).Proporciona !0 minutos de centrifugado sincalor.
Inicio-Cierre la puerta de la secadora.SeleccioneSTART#NICIAR).Abrir la puerta durante la operaci6n
detendrc_la secadora. Parareiniciar la secadora,cierre la puerta g seleccioneSTART(INICIAR)
para completar el ciclo.
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