HNV 171XSY - Tumble drier HOOVER - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL HNV 171XSY HOOVER

Instruction Book HNV171X Vented Tumble Dryer

Cut carefully around the base of the packaging and up one corner.

Remove the polythene sleeve and lift the dryer off the polystyrene base.

CChheecckk tthhaatt nnoo ddaammaaggee hhaass ooccccuurrrreedd ttoo tthhee mmaacchhiinnee dduurriinngg ttrraannssiitt.. IIff iitt hhaass,, ccaallll ffoorr sseerrvviiccee bbyy GGIIAASS.. FFaaiilluurree ttoo ccoommppllyy wwiitthh tthhee aabboovvee ccaann ccoommpprroommiissee tthhee ssaaffeettyy ooff tthhee aapppplliiaannccee.. YYoouu mmaayy bbee cchhaarrggeedd ffoorr aa sseerrvviiccee ccaallll iiff aa pprroobblleemm wwiitthh yyoouurr mmaacchhiinnee iiss ccaauusseedd bbyy mmiissuussee.. UUnnppaacckkiinngg tthhee pprroodduucctt DDiissppoossee ooff tthhee ppaacckkaaggiinngg ssaaffeellyy.. MMaakkee ssuurree iitt iiss oouutt ooff tthhee rreeaacchh ooff cchhiillddrreenn,, iitt iiss aa ppootteennttiiaall ssoouurrccee ooff ddaannggeerr.. 40001498.qxd 08/11/2004 17:04 Page 3Safety 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.

40001498.qxd 08/12/2005 15:56 Page 4● 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. European directive 2002/96/EC This appliance is marked according to the European directive 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 Disposal must be carried out in accordance with local environmental regulations for waste disposal. 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.

NNEEVVEERR install the dryer up against curtains. If the dryer is installed under a worktop or built- in, it is essential to use the venting hose to carry the hot moist air away from the dryer otherwise re-circulation of the moist air will prevent the dryer from working efficiently. The hose is assembled and fitted to the machine as shown. The hose may be fitted through a wall or through an open door or window (Fig. 1). The hose is 95mm (3.75 inches) in diameter and will extend up to 1.8 metres (6 feet). Venting hoses longer than 1.8 metres (6 feet) are not recommended as the dryer performance will be reduced. EEnnssuurree tthhaatt tthhee vveennttiinngg hhoossee iiss nnoott kkiinnkkeedd aass tthhiiss wwiillll pprreevveenntt tthhee ddrryyeerr ffrroomm wwoorrkkiinngg eeffffiicciieennttllyy..

40001498.qxd 08/11/2004 17:04 Page 7Before 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. CCllootthheess pprreeppaarraattiioonn 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. MMaaxxiimmuumm ddrryyiinngg wweeiigghhtt ● Cottons Max. 7.5 kg ● Synthetics Max. 3.5 kg

BByy ccaarree ssyymmbboollss 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.

BByy aammoouunntt aanndd tthhiicckknneessss Whenever the load is bigger than the dryer capacity, separate clothes according to thickness (e.g. towels from thin underwear).

40001498.qxd 08/11/2004 17:04 Page 9DDoo nnoott ttuummbbllee ddrryy:: 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. EEnneerrggyy ssaavviinngg 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. AALLWWAAYYSS ● Try to dry the maximum weight of laundry, this will save time and electricity. ● Check that the filter is clean before every drying cycle. NNEEVVEERR ● Exceed the maximum weight, this will waste time and electricity. ● Put dripping wet items into the tumble dryer, this may damage the appliance. DDrryyiinngg gguuiiddee The table shows approximate drying times, depending on the type of fabric and dampness of the clothes.

Pull the filter upwards.

Open filter as shown.

Gently remove lint using a soft brush or your fingertips.

DDoooorr aanndd FFiilltteerr WWAARRNNIINNGG!! WWhheenn tthhee ttuummbbllee ddrryyeerr iiss iinn uussee tthhee ddrruumm aanndd ddoooorr mmaayy bbee VVEERRYY HHOOTT 40001498.qxd 08/11/2004 17:04 Page 12Refer to the Drying guide table or the fabric labels to select the most suitable programme. ● Open the door and load the drum with laundry. Ensure that garments do not hinder closure of the door. ● If drying delicate items press the button to reduce the heat level. Press again on completion, to select high temperature. HIGH heat setting LOW heat setting ● Turn the 'DRYING TIME' Selector until the required drying time aligns with the dial. ● The programme provides a conditioning and anti-crease function. The dryer will heat the load for 8 minutes followed by a 2 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 process relaxes the creases in the fabric making ironing quicker and easier. ● Gently close the door pushing it slowly until you hear the door 'click' shut. ● Press the button. The indicator will light and the drying cycle begins. ● The load is dried by tumbling in thermostatically controlled warm air. Cool air is used for the last 15 minutes to reduce creasing and cool the load ready for handling. ● When the program is fully completed the drum will stop rotating and the dial will point to 0. ● Open the door and remove the load. ● Clean the filter after every drying cycle to ensure maximum dryer efficiency.

OOppeerraattiioonn WWAARRNNIINNGG!! TThhee ddrruumm,, ddoooorr aanndd llooaadd mmaayy bbee vveerryy hhoott.. 40001498.qxd 08/11/2004 17:04 Page 13CClleeaanniinngg tthhee ddrryyeerr ● Clean the filter after every drying cycle. ● 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.

TTrroouubblleesshhoooottiinngg 40001498.qxd 08/11/2004 17:04 Page 15Should 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. SSppaarreess AAllwwaayyss uussee ggeennuuiinnee ssppaarreess,, aavvaaiillaabbllee ddiirreecctt ffrroomm GGIIAASS SSeerrvviiccee.. GGIIAASS SSeerrvviiccee FFoorr sseerrvviiccee aanndd rreeppaaiirrss ccaallll yyoouurr llooccaall GGIIAASS SSeerrvviiccee eennggiinneeeerr.. 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.

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