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USER MANUAL HNC 260SY HOOVER
Unpacking the Product 3
Safety reminders 4
Installation 4
Use 4
The Laundry 5
Environmental Issues 5
GIAS Service 5
Installation 6
Electrical requirements 6
Adjusting the feet 6
Ventilation 7
Preparing the load 8
Clothes preparation 8
Sorting the load. 9
Drying advice. 10
Do not tumble dry 10
Energy saving. 10
Drying guide 10
Controls and indicators 11
Door and Filter 12
Opening the door 12
Filter. 12
Filter care indicator 12
Water container 13
To remove the container 13
Condenser 14
To remove the condenser 14
Selecting the Programme 15
Operation 16
Cancelling and resetting the programme 17
Cleaning and Routine Maintenance. 17
Cleaning the dryer 17
Technical specifications 17
Troubleshooting 18
Customer Service 19
Spares. 19
GIAS Service 19
Introduction
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
Please check that the following items are delivered with the appliance:
Instruction manual
Guarantee card
Energy label
Check that no damage has occurred to the machine during transit. If it has, call for service by GIAS.
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.
Unpacking the product
Remove the machine from its packaging close to the final location of the machine.
- Cut carefully around the base of the packaging and up one corner.
- Remove the polythene sleeve and lift the dryer off the polystyrene base.
Dispose of the packaging safely. Make sure it is out of the reach of children, it is a potential source of danger.
Safety reminders
Installation
- 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 and/or extensions.
This machine should not be installed in a bathroom or shower room. - Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer.
Use
-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 ignited.
-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 appliance.
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.
The Laundry
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. Foam plastic, foam rubber and rubber-like material are not suitable for tumble drying. Articles made from these materials MUST NOT be placed in the 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 into the dryer.
Lighters and matches must not be left in pockets and NEVER use flammable liquids near the machine.
Glass fibre curtains should NEVER be put in this machine. Skin irritation may occur if other garments are contaminated with the glass fibres.
Garments treated or contaminated with flammable cleaning sprays or liquids such as petrol, cooking oil or aerosol sprays MUST NOT be put in this machine.
Environmental Issues
- 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 means of disposal.
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.
GIAS Service
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 possible repair.
Installation
You may be charged for a service call if a problem with your machine is caused by incorrect installation.
If the mains cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is ONLY obtainable from the GIAS spares service. It must be installed by a competent person.
Electrical requirements
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 16A.
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 extension leads.
The plug should be accessible for disconnection after the appliance has been installed.
The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following codes:
Blue NEUTRAL
Brown LIVE
Green and Yellow EARTH
CE Appliance complies with European Directive 89/336/EEC, 73/23/EEC and subsequent amendments.
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.
Adjusting the feet
Once the machine is in place the feet should be adjusted to ensure that the machine is level.
Adjust the four feet to ensure the machine is firm and level.
Ventilation
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 necessary.
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 outlet.
NEVER install the dryer up against curtains.
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.
Clothes preparation
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.
Maximum drying weight
Cottons Max. 6 kg
Synthetics Max. 3 kg
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.
Drying advice
IMPORTANT: Do not dry articles which have been treated with a dry cleaning fluid or rubber clothes (danger of fire or explosion).
During the last 15 minutes the load is always tumbled in cool air.
Do not tumble dry:
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.
Energy saving
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.
Drying guide
The table shows approximate drying times, depending on the type of fabric and dampness of the clothes.
| Fabric | HEAT SETTING | INDICATOR LIGHT | HEAVY LOAD | MEDIUM LOAD | LIGHT LOAD |
| COTTON | HIGH | OFF | 120-140 min | 100-120 min | 30-50 min |
| SYNTHETICS | LOW | ON | - | 50-70 min | 30-40 min |
| ACRYLIC | LOW | ON | - | 40-50 min | 20-30 min |
Controls and indicators
Control panel and indicator lights
Programme Selector - Select the required programme
On/Off button and indicator 1 - Press to switch on, the indicator will light
START▶ Press START▶ to commence the selected drying programme. Press for 5 seconds to cancel-reset the programme
Acrylics/Synthetics button Press to reduce the heat level for delicate
items, the indicator above the button will light up. To change the heat setting the programme must be reset
Low Heat - Indicator light ON
High Heat - Indicator light OFF
Empty Water indicator lights when the water container is full
Filter Care indicator rights when the filter needs cleaning
COUNTDOWN display
START - When the dryer is switched On the START indicator will flash, when the programme starts the START indicator will light up
60' - Indicator lights when there is less than 60 minutes left until completion of the programme
15' - Indicator lights when there is less than 15 minutes left until completion of the programme. At this stage of the drying cycle the machine enters the Cool Down phase
STOP - Indicator lights when the programme is finished.
Door and Filter
Opening the door
Pull on handle to open the door.
To restart the dryer, close the door and press START
WARNING!
When the tumble dryer is in use the drum and door may be VERY HOT.
Filter
IMPORTANT: To maintain the efficiency of the dryer check that the fluff filter is clean before each drying cycle.
- Pull the filter upwards.
- Open filter as shown.
- Gently remove lint using a soft brush or your fingertips.
- Snap the filter together and push back into place.
Filter Care Indicator
lights when the filter needs cleaning.
If the laundry is not drying check that the filter is not clogged.
Water Container
The water removed from the laundry during the drying cycle is collected in a container at the bottom 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 each drying cycle.
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
- Gently pull the bottom of the kickplate so that it unclips from the dryer. The top section can then be unhinged allowing the kickplate to be completely removed.
- Pull firmly on the handgrip and slide the water container out of the dryer.
Support the container with both hands. When full, the water container will weigh about 4kg - Open the lid located on the top of the container and empty the water.
- Refit the lid and slide the water container back into position. PUSH FIRMLY INTO PLACE.
- Refit the kickplate by engaging the hinges at the top and 'snapping' the lower clips into place.
Condenser
Important: Always switch off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before cleaning the condenser.
To maintain the efficiency of the dryer regularly check that the condenser is clean.
To remove the condenser
- Remove the kickplate (see page 13).
- Turn the two locking levers anti-clockwise and pull out the condenser.
- Pull out the condenser unit.
- Gently remove any dust or fluff with a cloth, then wash the unit by holding it under a running tap turning it so that water flows between the plates, to remove any dust or fluff.
- Refit the condenser ensuring it is in the correct way (as indicated by the arrow) and pushed firmly into place. Lock the two levers by turning them clockwise.
- Refit the kickplate.
Selecting the Programme
The Sensor Dry machine gives many options for drying the laundry to suit all circumstances.
The table below lists the programmes and the function of each programme.
| Programme | Description |
| Bone Dry | Select the degree of dryness that you require. This ranges from Bone Dry for bath towels and bathrobes, through Cupboard Dry for items that will be put away without ironing, to the programmes that leave the laundry suitable for ironing. |
| Extra Dry | |
| Cupboard Dry | |
| Iron Dry | |
| Medium Dry | |
| Damp Dry | |
| Fast Iron | The Fast Iron 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. The Fast Iron process relaxes the creases in the fabric making ironing quicker and easier. |
| 75' | 75 minutes of drying |
| 60' | 60 minutes of drying |
| 45' | 45 minutes of drying |
| 30' | 30 minutes of drying |
| Refresh | Tumbling of laundry in cool air |
Note: 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. Set the programme between 30 and 75 minutes depending on the load size and dryness required, and select high or low heat depending upon the fabric type.
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 180 minutes.
Operation
- Open the door and load the drum with laundry. Ensure that garments do not hinder closure of the door.
- Gently close the door pushing it slowly until you hear the door 'click' shut.
- Press the button to switch on the dryer. The indicator will light up and the START indicator will flash.
- Turn the Programme Selector dial to select the required drying program (see Programme Guide).
- If drying synthetics, acrylics or delicate items, press the button to reduce the heat level. The light above the push button will light up when the machine is in low heat setting. To deselect this status the machine must be reset.
- Press the START button. The dryer will start automatically and the START indicator will be continuously lit.
- The COUNTDOWN display will show the drying progress in terms of time remaining.
- If the door is opened during the programme to check the laundry, it is necessary to press START to recommence drying after the door has been closed.
- When the 15^ indicator is lit the machine will enter the cool down phase, the clothes will be tumbled in cool air allowing the load to cool down.
- When the programme is complete the STOP indicator will light.
Cancelling and resetting the programme
To cancel a programme press the START button for 5 seconds. The machine will indicate that it has been reset by the START indicator flashing. It is possible to change the programme within the first 10 minutes without using the cancel and reset function.
Cleaning and Routine Maintenance
Cleaning the dryer
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 agents.
To prevent the door sticking or the build up of fluff periodically clean the inner door and gasket with a damp cloth.
IMPORTANT
Always switch off and remove the plug from the electricity supply before cleaning this appliance.
Technical specifications
Drum capacity 115 litres
Maximum load 6 kg
Height 85cm
Width 60cm
Depth 60cm
Energy Label Band C
For electrical data refer to the rating label on the front of the dryer cabinet (with the door open).
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 telephone.
Drying time is too long/clothes are not dry enough...
Have you selected the correct drying time/programme?
Were the clothes too wet? Were the clothes thoroughly wrung or spin-dried?
- Does the filter need cleaning?
- Does the condenser need cleaning?
Is the dryer overloaded?
- Are the inlets, outlets and base of the dryer free from obstructions?
Has the tion been selected from a previous cycle?
The dryer does not operate...
Is there a working electricity supply to the dryer? Check using another appliance such as a table lamp.
Is the plug properly connected to the mains supply?
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 selected?
Has the machine been switched on again after opening the door?
Has the dryer stopped operating because the water tray is full and needs emptying?
The dryer is noisy...
- Switch off the dryer and contact GIAS Service for advice.
The Filter Care Indicator is on...
- Does the filter need cleaning?
- Does the condenser need cleaning?
Empty Water Indicator is on...
- Does the water container need emptying?
Customer Service
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.
Spares
Always use genuine spares, available direct from GIAS Service.
GIAS Service
For service and repairs call your local GIAS Service engineer.
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.
