DYC 78132NBXS - Washing machine HOOVER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL DYC 78132NBXS HOOVER

Introduction Delivery Information Safety Reminders Use Installation The Laundry Ventilation Environmental Issues Gias Service Installation Electrical Requirements Adjusting the Feet Preparing the Load Clothes Preparation Do Not Tumble Dry Energy Saving Sorting the Load Drying Guide Controls and Indicators Selecting the Programme Door and Filter Opening the Door Filter Filter Care Indicator Water Container To Remove the Container Condenser To Remove the Condenser Operation Delay Start Function Cancelling and Resetting the Programme Cleaning and Routine Maintenance Cleaning the Dryer Technical Specifications Troubleshooting Customer Service Spares Gias Service Drain Hose Kit: Fitting InstructionsINTRODUCTION If the appliance is used in a manner inconsistent with this it may reduce the life of the appliance and may void the manufacturer’s warranty. Any damage to the appliance or other damage or loss arising through use that is not consistent with domestic or household use ( even if located in a domestic or household environment) shall not be accepted by the manufacturer to the fullest extent permitted by law.'' 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 final part of a tumble dryer cycle occurs without heat (cool down cycle) to ensure that the items are left at a temperature that ensures that the items will not be damaged. Maximum load drying weight : 8kg The tumble dryer is not to be used if industrial chemicals have been used for cleaning.

WARNING: 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 dissipated.

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 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. 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 instructions. The Laundry

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. Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer. 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 dryer. Installation INTRODUCTION SAFETY REMINDERSThe instructions for installation and any fixing attachments, are provided with the staking kit. Ventilation Do not install the product in a low temperature room or 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 +35°C. Please note that operating in cold condition (between +2 and +15°C) might simply some water condensation and water drops on floor. INTRODUCTION SAFETY REMINDERS

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. Installing the rear of the appliance close to a wall or vertical surface. There should be a gap of at least 12 mm between the machine and any obstrubtions.The inlet and outlet s h o u l d b e k e p t c l e a r o f obstruction.To ensure adequate ventilation the space between the bottom of the machine and the floor must not be obstructed. Check regularly that the air flowing through the dryer is not restricted. Check frequently the fluff filter after use, and clean, if necessary. 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. In cases where the dryer is installed on top of a washing machine, a suitable stacking kit must be used according to the follow configuration. -Stacking kit Mod 35100019: for minimum washing machine depth 49 cm -Stacking kit Mod 35900120: for minimum washing machine depth 51 cm

6This 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. GIAS Service

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. Environmental Issues INSTALLATION Tumble dryers are supplied to operate at a voltage of 220-240V, 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 extension leads. The plug should be accessible for disconnection after the appliance has been installed. CE Appliance complies with European Directive 2004/108/EC, 2006/95/EC and subsequent amendments. Electrical Requirements 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. 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 spares service. It must be installed by a competent person. Once the machine is in place the feet should be adjusted to ensure that the machine is level. Adjusting the Feet 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.

WARNING! Switch off and remove the tumble dryer plug from the electricity supply before carrying out any work. Fit the Hose as Follows: 1.Tilt the machine backwards.

pipe is situated at the left -hand side of the machine (see the picture). A grey hose connects to the bridge at the left hand side of the machine. Using pliers, remove the pipe retaining clip from the bridge.

3. Pull the hose off the

hose from the kit, (using the connector a n d p i p e c l i p s supplied), to the hose removed from the bridge connection.

supplied by the kit to close the remaing hose.

6. 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 position.

drain hose to the waste Water pipe.

m a in s e l e c t r i c it y supply. 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 dryer. The kit consists of:1 hose and 1 tap.

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

Cottons Max. 8 kg 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).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). During the last 15 minutes the load is always tumbled in cool air.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.ALWAYSTry 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 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 levelSort into: iron dry, cupboard dry, etc. For delicate articles press the Delicates button to select low drying temperature.Drying GuidePower consumption of "left on-mode"Power consumption of "off-mode" 0,20 W 0,80 W CYCLE LOAD ENERGY TIME (kWh) (Min) FULL FULL FULL FULL 5,64

HALF The standard cycle HANG DRY ( ) is the most energy efficient and best suited for drying normal wet cotton laundry. The table below shows the approximate time and energy consumption of the main drying programmes.

1. Gently pull out the

w a t e r c o n t a i n e r holding the handle. When it is full the water container will weigh about 6 kg.

container to empty the water out through the spout. When empty, replace the water container back as shown; first insert the base of the container into position as shown then gentle push the top into position.

restart the cycle. NOTE: If you have the option of drainage near to the dryer you can use the discharge kit to provide a permanent drainage for the water c o l l e c t e d i n t h e container of the dryer. This means that you don't have to empty the water container. Opening the Door Pull on handle to open the door. To restart the dryer, close the door and press . 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 dissipated. Filter Care Indicator Lights when the 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 each drying cycle. 1 . P u l l t h e f i l t e r upwards.

2. Open filter as shown.

3. Gently remove lint

using a soft brush or your fingertips. 4 . S n a p t h e f i l t e r together and push back into place. 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 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

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.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. CONDENSER EN 13 OPERATION

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 Programme Guide).

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 setting.

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 closed.

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 load to cool down.

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. To Remove the Condenser 1.Remove the kickplate.

2. Turn the two locking levers

anti-clockwise and pull out the condenser. 3.Pull out the condenser unit.

4. 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. 5.Check the gasket position after cleaning.Fit the gasket in to the groove if it is misaligned. 6.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 c lo c k w i s e. B e s u re t h a t condenser unit fixed to the basement tightly.

7. Refit the kickplate.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 open). Technical Specifications Cleaning the Dryer Drum capacity 115 litres Maximum load 8 kg Height 85 cm Width 60 cm Depth 60 cm 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 agents. ● 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 be very hot.

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. EN 14 Information for Test Laboratory EN 61121 Programme Programme To Use -DRY COTTON -HANG DRY -IRON DRY

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