DYC 8813 BX - Seche linge HOOVER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DYC 8813 BX HOOVER

Environmental Issues

Controls and Indicators

Selecting the Programme

Delay Start Function

Cancelling and Resetting the Programme

Cleaning and Routine Maintenance

Technical Specifications

Drain Hose Kit: Fitting Instructions

Please check that the following items are

delivered with the appliance:

● Instruction manual

Remove the machine from

its packaging close to the

final location of the

1- Cut carefully around the

base of the packaging and

2- Remove the polythene

sleeve and lift the dryer off

the polystyrene base.

Please read and follow these instructions carefully and operate the machine accordingly. This

booklet provides important guidelines for safe use, installation, maintenance and some useful

advice for best results when using your machine.

Keep all documentation in a safe place for future reference or for any future owners.

Delivery Information

UNPACKING THE PRODUCT Dispose of the packaging safely. Make

sure it is out of the reach of children,it is a

potential source of danger.

Failure to comply with the above can

compromise the safety of the appliance. You

may be charged for a service call if a problem

with your machine is caused by misuse.

Check that no damage has occurred to the

machine during transit. If it has, call for service

● This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,

sensory or mental capabilities,or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given

supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

● Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

● WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard.

●This machine is solely for domestic use, i.e. to dry household textiles and garments.

●This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Ensure

that the instructions for installation and use are fully understood before operating the appliance.

● Do not touch the appliance when hands or feet are damp or wet.

● Do not lean on the door when loading the machine or use the door to lift or move the machine.

●Do not allow children to play with the machine or its controls.

● WARNING Do not use the product if the fluff filter is not in position or is damaged; fluff could be

● WARNING Where the hot surface symbol is located the temperature rise during operation

of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60 degrees C.

● Remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always remove the plug before cleaning the

● Do not continue to use this machine if it appears to be faulty.

● Lint and fluff must not be allowed to collect on the floor around the outside of the machine.

● The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the cool down period before

removing the laundry.SAFETY REMINDERS EN 4

This appliance is marked according

t o t h e E u r o p e a n d i r e c t i v e

2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and

Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

By ensuring this product is disposed of correctly,

you will help prevent potential negative

consequences for the environment and human

health, which could otherwise be caused by

inappropriate waste handling of this product.

The symbol on the product indicates that this

product may not be treated as household waste.

Instead it shall be handed over to the applicable

collection point for the recycling of electrical and

electronic equipment.

For more detailed information about treatment,

recovery and recycling of this product, please

contact your local city office,your household

waste disposal service or the shop where you

purchased the product. Disposal must be

carried out in accordance with local

environmental regulations for waste disposal.

European Directive 2002/96/EC

● To ensure the continued safe and efficient

operation of this appliance we recommend that

any servicing or repairs are only carried out by

an authorised GIAS service engineer.

If the appliance is not running properly or

breaks down, switch it off and disconnect the

plug from the socket. Consult GIAS Service for

● All packaging materials used are

environmentally-friendly and recyclable.

Please help dispose of the packaging via

environmentally-friendly means. Your local

council will be able to give you details of current

● To ensure safety when disposing of an old

tumble dryer disconnect the mains plug from

the socket, cut the mains power cable and

destroy this together with the plug. To prevent

children shutting themselves in the machine

break the door hinges or the door lock.

Environmental Issues

● Check that the product has no visible signs of

damage before use. If damaged do not use and

please call GIAS Service.

● Do not use adapters, multiple connectors

● Never install the dryer against curtains and be

sure to prevent items from falling or collecting

● The appliance must not be installed behind a

lockable door, a sliding door or a door with a

hinge on the opposite side to that of the tumble

●Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.

● WARNING Do not tumble dry fabrics treated

with dry cleaning fluids.

●WARNING Foam rubber materials can, under

certain circumstances, when heated become

ignited by spontaneous combustion. Items

such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps,

waterproof textiles, rubber backed articles and

clothes or pillows fitted with foam rubber pads

MUST NOT be dried in the tumble dryer.

● Always refer to the laundry care labels for

directions on suitability for drying.

● Clothes should be spin dried or thoroughly

wrung before they are put into the tumble dryer.

Clothes that are dripping wet should not be put

● Lighters and matches must not be left in

pockets and NEVER use flammable liquids

● Glass fibre curtains should NEVER be put in

this machine. Skin irritation may occur if other

garments are contaminated with the glass

● Items that have been soiled with substances

such as cooking oil, acetone, alcohol, petrol,

kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes

and wax removers should be washed in hot

water with an extra amount of detergent before

being dried in the tumble dryer.

● Fabric softeners, or similar products, should

be used as specified by the fabric softener

INSTALLATION Tumble dryers are supplied to operate at a

voltage of 230V, 50 Hz single phase. Check that

the supply circuit is rated to at least 10A Electricity can be extremely dangerous.

This appliance must be earthed.

The socket outlet and the plug on the

appliance must be of the same type.

Do not use multiple adapters and/or

The plug should be accessible for

disconnection after the appliance has been

CE Appliance complies with European Directive

2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC and subsequent

Electrical Requirements

If the mains cord on this appliance is

damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord

which is ONLY obtainable from the spares

service. It must be installed by a competent

You may be charged for a service call if a

problem with your machine is caused by

incorrect installation.

Once the machine is in

place the feet should

be adjusted to ensure

Adequate ventilation must be provided in the

room where the tumble dryer is located to

prevent gases from appliances burning other

fuels, including open fires, being drawn into the

room during operation of the tumble dryer.

● Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue

which is used for exhausting fumes from

appliances burning gas or other fuels.

● Check regularly that the air flowing through

the dryer is not restricted.

● Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if

●The inlet and outlets should be kept free from

obstructions. To ensure adequate ventilation

the space between the bottom of the machine

and the floor must not be obstructed. There

should be a gap of at least 12mm between the

machine and any obstructions.

● Prevent items from falling or collecting behind

the dryer as these may obstruct the air inlet and

● NEVER install the dryer up against curtains.

VENTILATION Do not plug the machine in and switch it

on at the mains until the installation is

completed.For your safety, this dryer must be

correctly installed. If there is any doubt about

installation, call GIAS Service for advice. Air OutletsAir Outlets in the Base Air Inlent Vents Do not install the product in a room where

there is a risk of frost occurring. At temperature

around freezing point the product may not be

able to operate properly: there is a risk of

damage if the water is allowed to freeze in the

hydraulic circuit (valves, hoses, pumps).

For a better product performance the ambient

room temperature must be between +2°C and

DRAIN HOSE : FITTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Switch off and remove the

tumble dryer plug from the electricity supply

before carrying out any work.

Fit the Hose as Follows:

pulling carefully to the

pipe is situated at the

right-hand side of the

picture). A grey hose

connects to the bridge

at the left hand side of

pliers, remove the pipe

retaining clip from the

4. Pull the hose off the

(using the connector

a n d p i p e c l i p s

supplied), to the hose

supplied by the kit to

7. Feed the drain hose

through the hole in the

b o tt o m p r o t ec t o r

8. Carefully slide the

bottom protector panel

ensuring that the hose

9. Once the machine is

in place the feet should

be adjusted to ensure

that the new hose does

not kink when pushing

the tumble dryer into

drain hose to the waste

To avoid emptying the water container after

each drying cycle, the water can be

discharged directly to a waste water drain pipe

(the same drainage system as household

sinks). Water Bye-Laws prohibit connection to

a surface water drain. The waste water drain

pipe should be located adjacent to the tumble

The kit consists of:1 hose and 1 tap.EN 7

PREPARING THE LOAD Before using the tumble dryer for the first time:● Please read this instruction book thoroughly.● Remove all items packed inside drum.● Wipe the inside of the drum and door with a damp cloth to remove any dust which may have settled in transit.Make sure that the laundry you are going to dry is suitable for drying in a tumble dryer, as shown by the care symbols on each item.Check that all fastenings are closed and that pockets are empty. Turn the articles inside out. Place clothes loosely in the drum to make sure that they don't get tangled. Clothes Preparation

● Synthetics Max. 4 kg

Maximum Drying Weight

Do not overload the drum, large items when

wet can exceed the maximum admissible clothes

load (for example: sleeping bags, duvets).

Sort the Load as Follows

● By care symbols These can be found on the collar or inside seam: Suitable for tumble drying. Tumble drying at high temperature. Tumble drying at low temperature only. Do not tumble dry.If the item does not have a care label it must be assumed that it is not suitable for tumble drying. ● By amount and thickness

Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer capacity, separate clothes according to thickness (e.g. towels from thin underwear). ● By type of fabric Cottons/linen: Towels, cotton jersey, bed and table linen. Synthetics: Blouses, shirts, overalls, etc. made of polyester or polyamid, as well as for cotton/synthetic mixes. ● By drying level Sort into: iron dry, cupboard dry, etc. For delicate articles press the button to select low drying temperature.Woollens, silk, delicate fabrics, nylon stockings, delicate embroidery, fabrics with metallic decorations, garments with PVC or leather trimmings, training shoes, bulky items such as sleeping bags, etc. Do Not Tumble Dry:

IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which

have been treated with a dry cleaning fluid or

rubber clothes (danger of fire or explosion). Only put into the tumble dryer laundry which has been thoroughly wrung or spin-dried. The drier the laundry the shorter the drying time thus saving electricity.ALWAYS ● Try to dry the maximum weight of laundry, this will save time and electricity.● Check that the filter is clean before every drying cycle.NEVER● Exceed the maximum weight, this will waste time and electricity. ● Put dripping wet items into the tumble dryer, this may damage the appliance. Energy Saving The table shows approximate drying times,depending on the type of fabric and dampness of the clothes.Drying Guide

LOW LOW SYNTHETICS ACRYLIC HEAT SETTING HEAVY LOAD MEDIUM LOAD LIGHT LOAD During the last 15 minutes (roughly) the load is always tumbled in cool airEN 8

Programme Selector – Select the required programme

Time Selection Button – Allows the user to change duration of the programme selected by

Programme Selector. It can be used only with the selection of: Mix&Dry, Shirts and Time

Delay Start Button – Allows the user to delay the start of the drying cycle (see details of

Acrylic and Synthetic Button – When pressed the default indicator will fade and will be

Anti- Crease Button – Allows the user to select a post drying anti-crease cycle.

Start/Pause Button – Press to commence/ to pause the selected drying programme.

Memo Button – Allows user to record the programme by pressing simultaneously the Anti-

Crease and the Acrylic Synthetic buttons for 3 seconds, after 2 minutes duration of the chosen

Filter Care indicator – lights when the filter needs cleaning

Empty Water indicator – lights when the water container is full

Program Display – Related indicator lights when a auto programme has been selected.

- Indicator will come on when the eco programme has been selected.

Refresh – The indicator lights up when the programme starts the cool down stage.

The Hoover Sensor Dry machine gives many options for drying the

laundry to suit all circumstances. The table on the next page lists

the programmes and the function of each programme.

The sensor may not detect a small load of small articles. For small

loads and separate items or pre-dried fabrics with low moisture

content, use the timed programmes.

If the sensor does not detect the item the dryer will only operate for

10 minutes before going into cooldown.

If the load is too large or too wet to tumble dry the dryer will

automatically go into cooldown after approximately 3 hours.

In these cases we advise to use a time cycles between 30 and

75minutes depending on the load size and dryness required, and

select high or low heat depending upon the fabric type.

CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Control Panel and Indicator Lights

DESCRIPTION Select the degree of dryness that you require. This range from

for bath towels and bathrobes, through for items that will be

put away without ironing, to the programme that leaves the laundry

suitable for ironing.

A gentle programme specially created to get woollens softer after

air-drying.This delicate warm air cycle, lasting 12 minutes, can

also be used to get woollens 'refreshed' after being stored in the

This is a special timed program for a maximum load of 4kg (117

min). The default duration is 99 minutes and allows to dry up to 3kg.

With this program you can dry together cotton and synthetic

This is a special timed program for shirts of max load of 3kg (78

minutes). For synthetic shirts you have to press the Acrylic

Synthetic button. The default duration is 60 minutes and allows to

Time selection includes all the manual time programs: from 30

minutes to 180 minutes. The 20 minutes selection time in only cool

air ventilation (Refresh)

Memo Program allows to re-perform a program that the user has

saved before, without selecting the correct sequence of program

selector positions and option buttons for that particular program.

The programme provides a conditioning and anticrease function.

The dryer will heat the load for 9 minutes followed by a 3 minute cool

down period and is especially good for garments which may have

been left for some time prior to ironing, in a linen basket for

example. Garments may also become stiffened when dried outside

on a washing line or inside on radiators.

This programme relaxes the creases in the fabric making ironing

The Rapid 40' programme allows a drying cycle to be completed

quickly. This is an ideal programme for having dry, refreshed and

ready-to-wear clothes in less than 40'. This special programme

constantly monitors the temperature in the drum. The maximum load

is 2 kg and the programme is suitable for all types of fabrics where

tumble drying is appropriate.DOOR and FILTER EN 10

1. Gently pull out the

w a t e r c o n t a i n e r

water container will

container to empty the

water out through the

back as shown; first

insert the base of the

container into position

as shown then gentle

NOTE: If you have the

option of drainage near

to the dryer you can

use the discharge kit to

drainage for the water

c o l l e c t e d i n t h e

container of the dryer.

don't have to empty the

Pull on handle to open

WARNING! When the tumble dryer is in

use the drum and door may be VERY HOT.

Never stop a tumble dryer before the end of the

drying cycle unless all items are quickly

removed and spread out so that the heat is

Filter Care Indicator

filter needs cleaning.

If the laundry is not

drying check that the

filter is not clogged. DO NOT USE WATER TO CLEAN THE FILTER. Filter

IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the

dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before

1 . P u l l t h e f i l t e r

2. Open filter as shown.

3. Gently remove lint

using a soft brush or

WATER CONTAINER The water removed from the laundry during the

drying cycle is collected in a container inside the

door of the dryer. When the container is full the

indicator on the control panel will light, and

the container MUST be emptied. However, we

recommend that the container is emptied after

NOTE: Very little water will collect during the

first few cycles of a new machine as an internal

reservoir is filled first.

To Remove the Container

WARNING! If you open the door mid cycle,

before the cool-down cycle has completed,the

handle may be hot. Please use extreme caution

when attempting to empty the water reservoir

during the cycle.To Remove the Condenser

Important: Always switch off and remove the

plug from the electricity supply before cleaning

To maintain the efficiency of the dryer regularly

check that the condenser is clean.

1 . R e m o v e t h e

2. Turn the two locking

4. Gently remove any

dust or fluff with a cloth,

then wash the unit by

running tap turning it

between the plates, to

5. Refit the condenser

ensuring it is in the

c o r r e c t w a y ( a s

indicated by the arrow)

and pushed firmly into

levers by turning them

6. Refit the kickplate.

1. Open the door and load the drum with

laundry. Ensure that garments do not hinder

closure of the door.

2. Gently close the door pushing it slowly until

you hear the door 'click' shut.

3. Turn the Programme Selector dial to select

the required drying programme (see

4. If drying synthetics, acrylics or delicate items,

press the button to reduce the heat level.

The indicator will light up when the machine is in

low heat setting. To deselect in the first few

minutes of the programme, press the button

, after this time reset the machine to change the

5. Press the button. The dryer will start

automatically and the indicator above the

button will be continuously lit.

6. If the door is opened during the programme to

check the laundry, it is necessary to press to

recommence drying after the door has been

7. When the cycle is nearing completion the

machine will enter the cool down phase, the

clothes will be tumbled in cool air allowing the

8. Following the completion of the cycle the

drum will rotate intermittently to minimize

creasing. This will continue until the machine is

switched OFF or the door is opened.

Do not open the door during the automatic

programs in order to obtain a proper drying.IMPORTANT Always switch off and

remove the plug from the electricity supply

before cleaning this appliance.

For electrical data refer to the rating label

on the front of the dryer cabinet (with the door

Technical Specifications

Energy Label Band B OPERATION

● Clean the filter and empty the water

container after every drying cycle.

● Regularly clean the condenser.

● After each period of use, wipe the inside of

the drum and leave the door open for a while to

allow circulation of air to dry it.

● Wipe the outside of the machine and the

door with a soft cloth.

● DO NOT use abrasive pads or cleaning

● To prevent the door sticking or the build up

of fluff clean the inner door and gasket with a

damp cloth after every drying cycle.

WARNING! The Drum, door and load may

CLEANING AND ROUTINE MAINTENANCE Delay Start Function

The Delay Start Function allows the user to delay the start of the drying cycle by 1 to 24 hours.

When the function is first selected the display will show a delay of 1 hour, subsequent presses of

the button will increase the delay with 1 hour steps.

To commence the programme press and the appliance will complete the drying cycle at the

end of this time. The indicator light will flash to indicate that the start delay is in progress.

Cancelling and Resetting the Programme

To cancel a programme press the button for 3 seconds. In the TIME CONTROL display 0:00

Light will flash to indicate that it has been reset.

TROUBLESHOOTING What Might be the Cause of...

Defects you can remedy yourself

Before calling GIAS Service for technical

advice please run through the following

checklist. A charge will be made if the machine

is found to be working or has been installed

incorrectly or used incorrectly.

If the problem persists after completing the

recommended checks, please call GIAS Service, they may be able to assist you over the

Time display to end could change during

drying cycle. The time to end is

continuously checked during the drying

cycle and the time is adjusted to give the

best estimation time. The displayed time

may increase or decrease during the cycle

Drying time is too long/clothes are not dry

● Have you selected the correct drying

● Were the clothes too wet? Were the clothes

thoroughly wrung or spindried?

● Does the filter need cleaning?

● Is the dryer overloaded?

● Has the option been selected from a

The dryer does not operate…

● Is there a working electricity supply to the

dryer? Check using another appliance such as

● Is the plug properly connected to the mains

● Is there a power failure?

● Has the fuse blown?

● Is the door fully closed?

● Is the dryer switched on, both at the mains

supply and at the machine?

● Has the drying time or the programme been

● Has the machine been switched on again after

CUSTOMER SERVICE Spares

Should there still be a problem with your dryer

after completing all the recommended checks,

please call GIAS Service for advice.

They may be able to assist you over the

telephone or arrange for a suitable appointment

for an engineer to call under the terms of your

guarantee. However, a charge may be made if

any of the following applies to your machine:

● Is found to be in working order.

● Has not been installed in accordance with the

installation instructions.

● Has been used incorrectly.

Always use genuine spares, available direct

For service and repairs call your local GIAS Service engineer.

● Switch off the dryer and contact GIAS Service

The Indicator is on…

● Does the filter need cleaning?

The Indicator is on…

● Does the water container need emptying?

The manufacturer declines all responsibility

in the event of any printing mistakes in this

booklet. The manufacturer also reserves the

right to make appropriate modifications to

its products without changing the essential

characteristics.Introduzione

Kon d e ns was s e r ge -

Mix&Dry, Shirts e Time.

9. Zodra de machine is

be used only with the selection of: Mix&Dry, Shirts and Time Programs

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