Russell Hobbs RHVTD300 User manual

Model number:
RHVTD300 & RHVTD300B
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RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
6kg Vented Tumble Dryer
Instruction Manual

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Contents
Safety Information
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3 - 6
Before using your appliance
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7
Control
Panel ………………………………
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8
Installation
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9
Operating
Instructions ………………………………
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10 -
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Technical Specification
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15
Connection to mains supply
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16
Warranty
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17
Notes
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Safety instructions
Important note:
Please read this booklet before installing and switching on this appliance. The
manufacturer assumes no responsibility for incorrect installation and usage as
described in this booklet.
•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 experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe way and
understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play with the
appliance.
•Do not use an extension lead for this appliance. Only plug directly into a wall
socket.
•Do not plug in damaged plug sockets.
•In case the power cable becomes damaged, contact 0345 208 8750 for advice.
•Never pull the cable when unplugging –always grip the plug itself.
•Do not plug-in or pull-out the plug from the receptacle with wet hands
to prevent electric shock.
•Never touch the machine with wet hands or feet.
•Never force the door to open when the appliance is running.
•In case of any breakdown, unplug the appliance first and then turn the tap
off. Do not attempt to repair by yourself, always contact 0345 208 8750 for
advice.
•Remember that packaging materials of your machine may be dangerous for
children.
•Keep the packaging materials in a place where children cannot reach or dispose
of them appropriately.
•Do not allow your children to play with the washing machine as it is an
electrically driven appliance.
•Keep your pets away from your machine.
•Your machine should only be used by adults in line with the information
provided in this user’s manual.
•Your machine is designed to be used domestically. Commercial use will cause
your warranty to be cancelled.

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Safety instructions
•Any tampering with the machine, except by a qualified engineer, in
any way, will cause your warranty to be invalid.
•Ideal operating temperature of your machine is 15-25˚C.
•Do not place your machine on carpet as this will block ventilation of the
base.
•Do not keep inflammable liquids near your machine.
•Your machine is not covered under warranty for faults caused by any kind
of external factors (pesticides, fire, etc.).
To avoid fire, electrical shock and other accidents, please remember
the following:
To ensure your safety, an earthed power supply should be used.
•Only the voltage indicated in power label can be used. If you are not
clear of the voltage at home, please contact your electricity supplier.
•Adequate ventilation must be provided around the tumble dryer.
•Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for
exhausting other fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuel.
•Please note it is not recommended that the dryer is placed directly next
to ovens, cookers, or other heat sources as the performance of the dryer
may be affected.
•A carpet must not obstruct the ventilation openings in the base of the
dryer.
•Do not stack the tumble dryer on top of other appliances .
•Any electrical work required to install the appliance should be carried out
by a qualified person.
•It is important to clean the lint filter after each drying cycle or the
restrictions to airflow will extend drying times and could cause the safety
cut-out to trip.

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Safety instructions
•Under no circumstances should anything other than the recommended
articles be placed in the tumble dryer.
•The tumble dryer should be serviced by an appointed service team with
genuine parts. Please contact the service team below for assistance with
any repairs.
•It is dangerous to alter or modify the product in any way other than
fitting authorized accessories.
•We recommend that the appliance is unplugged each time after use. It
should always be disconnected from the electricity supply when not in
use for long periods of time.
•The rear of the dryer gets quite hot during use. Position the dryer so that
the back is not accessible while in operation, but ensure that the sides
have a space available to allow airflow. Use the hose to assist with the
ventilation.
•The special mains cable and plug assembly must only be replaced with a
genuine part from the manufacturer, please contact the customer
support team below.
•It is important to clean fluff from the window of the dryer and around
the door seal after each drying cycle.
•Do not install the appliance close to a fire or heat source.
•Do not rest anything burning, such as a candle, on the appliance.
•Do not install the appliance in a damp environment, the dampness may
cause damage to the tumble dryer.
•Do not install the tumble dryer in direct sunlight, or in a hot
environment.
•Do not use the appliance to dry cushions, quilts, duvets, or similar items.
•Do not place items that have any type of oil soaked in to the fabric, in the
tumble dryer. There is a potential the oil could catch on fire.

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Safety instructions
•Make sure items that may cause damage do not get in to the dryer, such
as coins, safety pins, nails, screws, stones . Check the pockets on all the
items of clothing.
•Check the appliance is not standing or pressing on the power cable.
•Foam rubber, latex, shower caps, waterproof textiles, rubber backed
articles and any other items with foam rubber pads should not be dried in
the tumble dryer.
•Always unplug the appliance after use, clean and maintain.
•Do not overload the appliance.
•Do not place clothes that are dripping wet in the tumble dryer..
•Clothes that have been in contact with volatile liquids should not be
machine dried. Any fluid should be fully removed from the item before it
can be dried.
•Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
•The final part of a tumble drying cycle occurs without heat (cool down
cycle) to ensure the items are not damaged. Do not stop the dryer before
it has fully finished the drying cycle.
•Do not use excessive, or high pressure water when cleaning the tumble
dryer.
•Do not use the appliance to dry cushions, quilts, duvets, or similar items.
•Do not place items that have any type of oil soaked in to the fabric, in the
tumble dryer. There is a potential the oil could catch on fire.

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•Before installation, check that all parts are present. If any parts
are missing, please contact the product care service team on
0345 208 8750.
Before using your appliance
Note: The drawings in the book may vary from your washer model. They are
designed to show the different features of all models covered by this
book. Your model may not include all features.
1. Control Panel
2. Filter
3. Adjustable Feet
4. Rear Vent outlet
Feature Diagram
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1
2
3

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Control Panel
1. Program Selector Dial
2. Sequence indicator lights
Drying
Cooling
End
Filter
3. Delay button and lights
4. Buzzer
5. Quick
6. Delicate
7. Start/Pause
123456
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90’
60’
30’

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Installation
For convenience, dryers are often positioned close to the washing machine,
so the laundry can be easily transferred. The tumble dryer will expel moist
air, and it’s recommended this is directed outside to avoid condensation
accumulating inside a room. Position the vent hose supplied, through a
window or similar.
Install the dryer in a clean environment, and make sure there are no
obstructions around any vents. It should be placed on a firm level surface,
this helps keep noise and vibration to a minimum.
There should be no movement from the dryer. Adjust the feet underneath
the dryer to make sure it is completely stable. Do not remove the feet from
the dryer.
The hot air emitted from the tumble dryer can reach temperatures of 60c,
therefore, make sure the floor can handle these temperatures. The tumble
dryer works best in a room between 5c and 35c.
Position the other end of the vent hose outside so the moisture can escape.
Contact a qualified tradesman to fit the vent hose so it exits through a wall
or door.
Fitting the vent hose
Use the rear vent.
Align the arrows on the hose and on the ring
nut. Push in and rotate to secure the hose
(A).
Moisture may accumulate in the hose, it may
be useful to drill a small hole at a low point
to allow the moisture to escape (B). Do not
allow more than two bends in the hose.

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Operating Instructions
Remove all the packaging material, including any material inside the drum.
Before using the appliance for the first time, it is advised to place two damp
clothing articles inside the drum and dry them for 30 minutes. There may be
some dust in the drum of the tumble dryer, and this will help remove the
dust.
Open the door, place the laundry in the drum, one item at a time, lightly
shake and loosen the clothing to prevent it getting tangled.
Close the door, ensuring no items are trapped in the door.
Turn the program selector dial to the required programme. The selected
programme light will flash. The program will be switched off if you have not
pressed the start/pause button within 10 minutes. Press the Start/Pause
button to start the drying cycle.
The selector dial is divided into the following sections;
•Cottons
•Synthetics
•Time
•Special
IMPORTANT NOTE - If you are drying laundry that weighs less than 1.5
kg’s, select one of the timed (30’, 60’ or 90’) drying programs.
30’
60’
90’

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Sensor controlled drying (Cottons, Synthetics and Special)
The appliance detects the moisture in the load automatically, adjusting
the drying time for optimal performance. Select the program according
to the fabric. This drying system is suitable for all cotton programs,
synthetic programs and the special settings for anti bacterial and silk.
Time controlled drying (Time)
Instead of the dryer automatically sensing the drying time.
The drying time can be selected at 30, 60 or 90 minutes for cottons.
Synthetics are better at 30 minutes. If you are drying laundry that
weighs less than 1.5 kg select one of the timed (30’, 60’ or 90’) drying
programs.
Combinations
Different functions can be combined. These must be selected after
choosing the desired program and before pressing the start/pause
button. When these buttons are pressed the corresponding lights
illuminate, if it is pressed again the light will go out.
Some combinations cannot be selected.
Delayed start
The drying cycle can be delayed by up to 12 hours. This option must be
selected after selecting the required program and before pressing the
start/pause button. It is also possible to use the delay with other
combinations (Buzzer, quick or delicate). Press the button repeatedly to
select 3, 6 or 12 hours, the relevant indicator light will illuminate on the
display.
The delayed start cannot be selected combined with the special
program.
The dryer will start counting down to the start time after the
start/pause button has been pressed.

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Buzzer function
If you select the buzzer, the corresponding indicator light will illuminate.
The machine will buzz whenever a button is pressed, and at the end of a
cycle. To de-activate the buzzer, press the button so that the indicator light
turns off.
Quick function
The quick function will reduce the drying time by 3-5 minutes. When
selected the corresponding light will illuminate. This option cannot be
selected with the delicate function.
Delicate function
The delicate function can be selected when cottons, or synthetics are
selected. Pressing this button lowers the temperature for delicate items,
the corresponding light will illuminate when the button is pressed.
Start/Pause
This button must be pressed to start the dryer after selecting the desired
programme. If the door of the dryer is opened during a cycle, the
start/pause button must be pressed again to continue the cycle. At this
point the light flashes to remind you that the start button needs to be
pressed again.
LEDs/illumination
There are lights next to the various stages in the drying cycle. The drying
light illuminates during the drying phase, the cooling light illuminates as
the appliance cools down. The end light illuminates at the end of the
cooling phase, this is an anti creasing phase. The filter light illuminates at
the end to remind the user the filter needs cleaning.

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All drying programs end with a 5 or 10 minute cooling phase. Following
this, if the laundry is not removed then at the end of the cycle the dryer will
perform an anti creasing phase. The duration of this phase is approximately
10 minutes. If you do not remove the laundry , the dryer will stop
automatically at the end of this phase. The ‘End’ light will illuminate and
the buzzer will sound for 15 seconds (if it has been selected), at the end of
the phase. Turn the programme selector dial to ‘0’ and all lights will go out.
If the drying program is stopped before the end of the program, it’s
suggested the dial is turned to ‘warm to wear’ then wait until the machine
has completed the cooling phase before removing the laundry. This avoids
a build up of heat inside the appliance. To do this, first turn the dial to ‘0’
and then rotate the dial to ‘warm to wear’ and press the start button.
To change a program that has already started, firstly cancel it by rotating
the dial to ‘0’. Then select the desired programme and press the start
button.
The following table lists some common items and their approximate weight,
consider this when loading the dryer. Do not overload.
If you are drying laundry that weighs less than 1.5 kg select one of the
timed (30’, 60’ or 90’) drying programs.
Important , after each use make sure the filter is cleaned.

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•Never tumble dry the following; Delicate items such as net curtains,
woollen items, silk items, items with metal trims, nylon tights, bulky
items such as blankets, or sleeping bags, feather quilts and items
containing or including rubber foam.
•Follow the instructions on the garment label;
•To prevent some items getting tangled, make sure zips, press studs,
and hooks are closed, to try and prevent any tangling with other
items.
•Do not over dry laundry, by not over drying it avoids creasing and
saves energy.
•Avoid drying dark clothes with light coloured fluffy items, the fluff will
be noticeable on the dark clothing.
•Make sure the laundry is thoroughly spun before tumble drying.
Tumble dry
Normal dry
Delicate drying
Do
Not tumble dry
Operating Instructions

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Technical Specification

Connection to the mains supply
For UK use only –Plug fitting details (where applicable):
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this appliance may not
correspond with the coloured markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceedas follows:
The GREEN/YELLOW wire is the EARTH and must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter E or by the earth symbol or coloured
GREEN or
GREEN/YELLOW.
TheBLUE wire is the NEUTRAL and must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter N or coloured BLACK. The
BROWN wire is the LIVE wire and must be connected to the
terminal marked with the letter L or coloured RED.
Always ensure that the plug cord gripis fastened correctly.
If a13A (BS1363) fused plug is used it must be fitted with a
13amp fuse conforming to BS1362 and be BSI or ASTA approved.
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Warranty
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of the original
purchase. If any defect arises due to faulty materials or workmanship the
faulty product must be returned to the place of purchase.
Refund or replacement is at the discretion of the retailer.
The following conditions apply:
•The product must be returned to the retailer with the original proof of
purchase.
•The product must be installed and used in accordance with the
instructions contained in this instruction guide and any other
instructions for use which are supplied.
•It must be used for domestic purposes only and for its intended use.
•This warranty does not cover wear and tear, damage, misuse or
consumable parts.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
Produced for:
G2S Limited
Wigan
WN2 4EZ
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Notes:

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