Hotpoint V3D00 User manual

Instructions
V3D00

Contents
Safety Advice
Electrical Requirements
Features - Get to know the main parts of your Dryer
Where to put and vent your Dryer
How to use your Dryer
Sorting your laundry
Items not suitable for drying
Items requiring special attention
The Controls
Guide to Drying Times
How to remove and clean the Fluff Filter
Caring for your Dryer
If something goes wrong
If it still won’t work
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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.
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For your safety
NEVER ● Allow children to play with or otherwise interfere with the dryer.
NEVER ● Allow the air inlet at the back of the dryer, the air outlet or vent hose
to be obstructed.
NEVER ● Direct the vent hose outlet towards the air intake at the back of the
machine.
NEVER ● Allow the tumble dryer to recycle exhaust air.
NEVER ● Switch the machine off leaving a hot load in the drum.
NEVER ●Tumble dry without the filter in position.
NEVER ● Exceed the maximum load capacity recommended or place
dripping wet items in the drum.
NEVER ● Use the dryer on a carpeted floor where the pile height would
prevent air from entering the dryer from the base.
NEVER ● Allow lint to collect around the dryer.
NEVER ● Add liquid or sheet 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 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 ●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 ●When the dryer is not in use, switch off at the wall, 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 and vent your dryer.")
ALWAYS ●Use the vent hose for optimum drying performance.
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 ●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
Where to put and vent your dryer
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.
The dryer should be placed where air can freely circulate around
it, preferably near a window that can be opened to reduce the pos-
sibility of condensation occuring while the dryer is in use.
When operating the dryer, there has to be adequate ventilation to
avoid the back flow of gases into the room from appliances
burning other fuels, including open fires.
A vent hose is recommended for optimum performance.
DO NOT operate the dryer in an enclosed environment,
ensure the dryer is adequately ventilated.
DO NOT allow clothes, towels etc., to hang down the front of
the dryer into the airstream. This obstructs the airflow and
may damage the dryer.
Ensure that the end of the hose is not directed towards the
air intake grille at the rear of the dryer.
NOTE:The vent hose should not exceed 2.4 metres in length,
and should be kept free of any possible accumulation of fluff
lint (and water) by frequently shaking it out. Always ensure
that the hose is not squashed.
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Filter Assembly
(on inside of the door)
Mains On/Off
Indicator Light
(if fitted)
Heat Selector Switch
Exhaust Air Grille
Door Release
Timer Knob
Window Vent Kit
Wall Hanging Kit
A venting kit is available as an optional extra, which will take the moist
air directly from the dryer and out through an open window.
The venting kit is fitted to the front of the door.
This allows the dryer to be mounted on a wall of suitable strength to
take the weight. Alternatively it should be used when the dryer is
mounted on top of a work surface to secure the dryer to the wall.
WARNING:
DO NOT DISCHARGE THE EXHAUST AIR INTO A FLUE WHICH
IS USED FOR EXHAUSTING FUMES FROM OTHER
APPLIANCES BURNING GAS OR OTHER FUELS.

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How to use your dryer
1. Plug in, switch
on electricity. 2. Sort your laun- dry (see section
“Sorting Your
Laundry”)
3. Open the door.
Check that the fluff
filter is clean (see
section How to
remove and clean
the fluff filter).
4. 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.
5. Select the
relevant heat setting
(see section “Sorting
your Laundry”).
Push IN for high heat, for cottons, linens and
synthetics.
Low setting - button OUT for acrylics and
acrylic mixtures.
6. Turn the Timer clock-
wise to select the
required drying time.
(See Section “The
Controls”.)
The dryer will start
7. When finished
open the door and
take out the laundry.
Clean and replace
the fluff filter.
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
Button IN
HIGH HEAT
Button OUT
LOW HEAT
Never switch the dryer off with a hot load in the drum.
You must terminate every programme with the Cool Tumble Phase.
8. Switch off electricity
and remove plug from
socket.

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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 3kg (6.6lb) dry weight of natural fabrics.
if you are drying items of man-made fibres (synthetic or acrylics), the
maximum load should not exceed 2kg (4.4lb) 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
everyday 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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Wash Care Labels
Most of today’s fabrics can be tumble dried in your Dryer with no
trouble at all, but there are certain fabric finishes which should be
dried away from direct heat.
The majority of garments now have wash-care labels on them, giving
full washing and drying instructions. These should always be followed
carefully especially when you are drying something for the first time.
Typical symbols are:
May be tumble dried
Do not tumble dry
Or:
Tumble dry at high heat setting
Tumble dry at low heat setting
• Those containing foam rubber or rubber-like materials or plastic
film (e.g. pillows, cushions, PVC rainwear), or any other articles
which are inflammable or contain inflammable substances (e.g.
towels contaminated with hair lacquer
• Fibreglass (e.g. some types of curtains)
• Items which have been dry cleaned
• Woollens. Woollen items need as much care in drying as they do
in washing. The movement of the tumble-drying action causes the
woollen fibre to shrink and distort.
• Garments with the ITCL Code (see ‘Items Requiring Special
Attention’).
Do not tumble dry.
• Large bulky items e.g. continental quilts, sleeping bags, pillows,
cushions, double blankets and large bedspreads. These expand
when drying and would prevent airflow through the Dryer.
WARNING: THE DRYER IS INTENDED FOR USE ONLY
WHERE WATER SOLUTION IS USED FOR THE CLEANING
PROCESS. MISUSE OF A TUMBLE DRYER MAY CREATE A
FIRE HAZARD.
Items not suitable for tumble drying

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Items requiring special attention
The drying requirements of blankets and bedspreads will, of course,
vary tremendously according to size and weight. Some, however are
simply too big. if you have difficulty getting them into the Dryer, the
machine will have difficulty drying them properly. Blankets (and
Garments) made from Acrylic fibres (e.g. Acilan, Courtelle, Orion and
Dralon) must be dried with special care on Low heat setting.
Overdrying should be avoided to ensure heat creasing does not
occur.
Your dryer will cope with such clothes very well, but you should
always read the manufacturer’s drying instructions attached to the
garment before you begin.
Starched articles should be dried together in the same load to avoid
the distribution of starch to non-starched items. You should use a
slightly heavier starch solution than you would when drying the items
on the washing line. Make sure that as much of the solution is
removed from the load as possible before placing it in the Dryer.
Remove the items from the dryer as soon as they reach ironing
dampness. If they are overdried the starch will powder, leaving the
fabric limp - which rather defeats the purpose of the exercise!
To make sure all your tumble dried clothes come out really fresh and
soft we recommend you use a liquid fabric conditioner in the final
rinse of your wash. A liquid fabric conditioner restores bounce and
softness and helps eliminate static cling.
Garments with the ITCL Code may be cleaned using one of the
Home Dry Cleaning Kits available.
The instructions supplied with the Home Dry Cleaning Kit must be
strictly followed.
Blankets and
Bedspreads
Permanently
pleated or creased
garments
Starched articles
Fabric conditioner
Home Dry
Cleaning
WARNING: ON NO ACCOUNT SHOULD LIQUID FABRIC
CONDITIONER BE ADDED TO THE DRYER ITSELF.

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The Controls
Turn the Timer clockwise to select the required drying time.
The timer controls the drying time for both heat settings. All you have
to do is turn the Timer knob clockwise until it lines up with the required
time.
Never wind the Timer Control anti-clockwise.
This operation also starts the dryer, provided the door is closed and
the machine is plugged in.The “Guide to Drying Times” section will
tell you how much time you’ll need for various loads.
Setting the timer
Door Release
Heat Selection
Mains Light
(if fitted)
To open door, grip the handle and pull towards you.
If the door is opened while the Dryer is in use, the drying programme
cuts out automatically and the machine stops. When the door is
closed the Dryer will restart but you will not need to reset the Timer
Control.
You can however reset the Timer Control at any stage, should you
wish.
Select the appropriate button for low heat or for high heat.
With the switch IN High Heat is selected
With the switch OUT Low Heat is selected
The choice of HIGH HEAT or LOW HEAT depends upon the fabric you
wish to dry (see section “Sorting your Laundry”)
This light indicates that there is power being supplied to the dryer
when plugged into a suitable socket.
WARNING: CHILDREN HAVE BEEN KNOWN TO CLIMB INTO
TUMBLE DRYERS AND INJURE THEMSELVES. ALWAYS
ENSURE THAT THE MACHINE IS SWITCHED OFF AT THE
MAINS WHEN THE DRYER IS NOT BEING USED.

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Please note that the Drying Times stated below and on appliance
control panel are a GUIDE only and drying times are affected by:
Items such as towelling retain a lot of water after spinning, also the
suggested wash programme for small items such as T-Shirts may
sometimes incorporate a low spin speed which has the same effect.
Your drying load may contain the same type of fabric but of different
thicknesses. Thinner items will take less time to dry. Some fabrics,
such as those used for jeans are of closer texture than others and
although light when dry will be heavy after washing and spinning.
Single items of clothes or small loads may take disproportionally
longer to dry. It is more energy efficient to dry larger loads.
As it takes longer to fully dry clothes than to have them ready for
ironing, you may wish to remove some clothes when they are slightly
damp, ready for ironing and then continue to dry the remainder until
they are fully dry.
The label on the garment should tell you the correct heat setting to
select. See ‘Wash Care Labels’.
If the room in which the dryer is situated is cold, your clothes will take
longer to dry than if the room is warm.
Some bulky items such as padded jackets can be dried, with care,
and we do advise that you remove these items several times, shake
them and return them to the dryer.
THERE ARE HOWEVER SOME ITEMS THAT WE DO NOT ADVISE
YOU TO DRY. SEE ‘ITEMS NOT SUITABLE FOR TUMBLE DRYING’
All fabrics contain a little natural moisture even when ‘dry’ and this
natural moisture should not be lost if the clothes are to remain soft
and fluffy. Clothes that are dried for too long tend to wrinkle and will
need more ironing than usual giving you extra work that the dryer
was designed to remove.
The amount of
water remaining in
the clothes after
spinning
The type of fabric
The quantity of
clothes to be dried
How dry you want
the clothes
The heat setting
you have selected
The temperature
of the room
Bulky items
Be careful not to
overdry
Guide to Drying Times
Drying Guide -approximate drying time in minutes (weights specified are when dry)
COTTONS SYNTHETICS ACRYLICS
High Heat High Heat Low Heat
Drying times 800 - 1000rpm
in washing machine Drying times on reduced spin in washing machine
Drying times on
reduced spin in
washing machine
1 kg
30 - 45
Half
load
2 kg
45 - 55
Full
load
3 kg
60 - 70
Half
load
1 kg
25 - 45
Full
load
2 kg
45 - 60
Half
load
1 kg
30 - 55
Full
load
2 kg
55 - 75

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How to remove and clean the fluff filter
Caring for your Dryer
To remove the filter A very important part of your dryer is the fluff filter at
the front edge of the drum. It’s there to trap the parti-
cles of lint and fluff which are normally blown away
when clothes are dried on the washing-line.
if the filter is allowed to become blocked, the passage
of warm air through the drum will be severely restrict-
ed. This means your clothes will take much longer than
normal to dry and the cost of drying them will be
increased. it may also damage your dryer.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER
WITHOUT CLEANING THE FILTER AFTER
EACH DRYING CYCLE. FAILURE TO CLEAN
THE FILTER MAY RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD.
WARNING: DO NOT OPERATE THE DRYER WITHOUT THE FILTER IN POSITION.
Wash or vacuum clean the filter occasionally.
Don’t be alarmed by the amount of fluff you may find on the filter. It’s part of the wearing, washing and
drying process.
When finished
After each load
As necessary
Lubrication
Your tumble dryer needs very little attention. The following simple
steps will keep it performing well.
Switch off electricity and remove plug.
Always clean the filter and turn the drum by hand to check that small
items like handkerchiefs do not get missed.
Clean exterior metal and plastic surfaces with a damp cloth or silicon
polish only. Regularly check and clean if necessary, the vent hose and
any permanent venting fixture to ensure that there has been no accu-
mulation of fluff or lint during the drying process. Clean fluff from the
area below the fluff filter and the rear vent tube.
Do not use abrasive cleaners, scouring agents, acids, chlorine
bleach or metal polish to clean any part of the machine. These could
damage the machine.
Your tumble dryer uses special bearing components. Lubrication by
the user is not necessary and must not be attempted.
We strongly recommend that all appliances are regularly checked for
electrical and mechanical safety.

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If something goes wrong
First, don’t panic! There may be nothing wrong at all. Look for your
problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than
not, this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able
to carry on without having to telephone your Service Office.
If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the
advice given on the next page.
Check these things first
1. Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?
2. Is the Timer Control set to required time?
3. Is the door securely closed?
4. Has the fuse blown? (Try plugging in another appliance to check)
5. Have you used an extension lead? Many are not suitable. Try
plugging the dryer directly into a socket to check.
1. Have you forgotten to clean the filter? It should be cleaned after
each load.
2. Have you selected the correct Heat setting for the type of fabric
you are drying?
3. Is the flexible Vent Hose blocked or kinked? Check it for foreign
objects or condensate (water).
4. Is the air inlet obstructed in any way?
5. Permanent venting - is flap on the storm cover obstructed?
6. Were the clothes ‘excessively wet’ when they were put in?
7. Was the correct time selected?
8. Have you overloaded the dryer?
Have you re-read this instruction book?
Problem
‘It won’t start’
‘It is taking a long
time to dry’
Any other
problem

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If it still won’t work...
Spare parts
Disposal of your product
if something is still wrong with your machine after you’ve been
through the check-list on the previous page:
1. Switch off and unplug your machine from the mains.
2. Call your nearest Service Office or local importer.
When you contact us we will want to know the following:
1. Your name, address and postcode.
2. Your telephone number.
3. Clear and concise details of the fault.
4. The model number and the serial number of your dryer.
5. The date of purchase enter the date here.
Please make sure you have all these details ready when you call.
Please remember your new appliance is a complex piece of
equipment.
‘DIY” repairs or unqualified and untrained service people may put you
in danger, could damage the appliance, and might mean you lose
cover under the Parts Guarantee.
If you do experience a problem with the appliance don’t take risks,
call in our Service Engineer. Our Spare Parts are designed
exclusively to fit your appliance. Do not use them for any other
purpose as you may create a safety hazard.
To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your
product safely. The door and lid should be removed and mains cable
cut off flush with the appliance ensuring that the mains plug can no
longer be plugged into a mains socket. The items must then be
disposed of safely.
This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives.
Low Voltage Equipment
72/23/EEC
93/68/EEC
Electromagnetic Compatibility
89/336/EEC
92/31/EEC
93/68/EEC
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