Hotpoint F163138 NT M11 9X3E UK Condenser Tumble Dryer Instructions
- June 4, 2024
- Hotpoint
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F163138 NT M11 9X3E
UK Condenser Tumble Dryer
Instructions
F163138 NT M11 9X3E UK Condenser Tumble Dryer
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This symbol reminds you to read this instruction manual.
Before using the appliance, read these safety instructions. Keep them nearby
for future reference.
These instructions and the appliance itself provide important safety warnings,
to be observed at all times. The manufacturer declines any liability for
failure to observe these safety instructions, for inappropriate use of the
appliance, or for the incorrect setting of controls.
Very young children (0-3 years) should be kept away from the appliance.
Young children (3-8 years) should be kept away from the appliance unless
continuously supervised. Children from 8 years old and above and persons with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and
knowledge can use this appliance only if they
are supervised or have been given instructions on safe use and understand the
hazards involved.
Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must
not be carried out by children without supervision.
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.
Items that have been soiled with substances such as cooking oil,
acetone, alcohol, petrol, kerosene, spot removers, turpentine, waxes, and wax
removers, and items such as foam rubber (latex foam), shower caps, waterproof
textiles, rubber-backed articles, and clothes or pillows fi tted with foam
rubber pads should not be dried in the tumble dryer. Remove all objects from
pockets, such as lighters and matches. Do not use the tumble dryer if
industrial chemicals have been used to clean it.
Oil-soaked items should not be dried in the tumble dryer due to their
high fl amiability.
** Never open the door forcibly or use it as a step.
PERMITTED USE
CAUTION: The appliance is not intended to be operated by means of an
external switching device, such as a timer, or a separate remote-controlled
system.
** This appliance is intended to be used in households and similar
applications such as staff kitchen areas in shops, offi ces, and other working
environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfasts, and
other residential environments.
This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use the appliance
outdoors.
Do not store explosive or flammable substances (e.g. gasoline or aerosol
cans) inside or near the appliance – the risk of fire.
Do not load the machine above the maximum capacity (kg of dry cloth)
indicated in the program table.
Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
****Take care that no lint or dust has accumulated around the dryer.
PORTANT TO BE READ AND OBSERVED
Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specified by
the fabric softener instructions.
Do not overdry the laundry.
INSTALLATION
The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons – the
risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install – the risk of
cuts.
Installation, including water supply (if any), electrical connections,
and repairs must be carried out by a qualified technician. Do not repair or
replace any part of the appliance unless specifically stated in the user
manual. Keep children away from the installation site. After unpacking the
appliance, make sure that it has not been damaged during transport.
In the event of problems, contact the dealer or your nearest After-sales
Service. Once installed, packaging waste (plastic, styrofoam parts, etc.) must
be stored out of reach of children – the risk of suff location. The appliance
must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation
– the risk of electric shock. During installation, make sure the appliance
does not damage the power cable – the risk of fire or electric shock. Only
activate the appliance when the installation has been completed.
Install the dryer in rooms with adequate ventilation (open door,
ventilation grid, or slot larger than 500 cm 2 ) in order to avoid the
backflow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels,
including open fires. If the dryer is installed under a worktop, provide a
distance of 10 mm between the upper panel of the dryer and any objects above
it, and 15 mm between the sides of the appliance and the walls or furniture
units adjacent to it.
If the dryer is installed near to a gas or coal stove, provide a heat
insulating plate (85 cm x 57 cm) in between, as the side facing the stove
is covered with aluminum foil.
Exhaust air must not be discharged into an fl ue which is used for
discharging fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
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,
in such a way that a full opening of the tumble dryer door is restricted.
The appliance shall be placed against the wall to limit access to its
rear side.
Take care not to use a carpet which obstructs ventilation openings in
the base of the dryer.
**** If you want to stack the dryer on a washing machine, first contact our
After-Sales Service or your specialist dealer to verify the complete list of
suitable models. The stacking is only possible if the dryer is attached to the
washing machine by means of the appropriate stacking kit available through our
AfterSales Service or your specialist dealer.
Instructions for the correct assembly are supplied with the stacking kit.
ELECTRICAL WARNINGS
It must be possible to disconnect the appliance from the power supply by
unplugging it if the plug is accessible, or by a multi-pole switch installed
upstream of the socket in accordance with the wiring rules and the appliance
must be earthed in conformity with national electrical safety standards. Do
not use extension leads, multiple sockets, or adapters. The electrical
components must not be accessible to the user after installation.
Do not use the appliance when you are wet or barefoot. Do not operate
this appliance if it has a damaged power cable or plug, if it is not working
properly, or if it has been damaged or dropped.
****If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced with an identical one
by the manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified persons in
order to avoid a hazard – the risk of electric shock.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Ensure that the appliance is switched off and disconnected from
the power supply before performing any maintenance operation. To avoid the
risk of personal injury use protective gloves (risk of laceration) and safety
shoes (risk of contusion); be sure to handle by two persons (reduce load);
Never use steam cleaning equipment (risk of electric shock).
Non-professional repairs not authorized by the manufacturer could result in a
risk to health and safety, for which the manufacturer cannot be held liable.
Any defect or damage caused by nonprofessional repairs or maintenance will not
be covered by the guarantee, the terms of which are outlined in the document
delivered with the unit.
** Make sure that all lint traps are cleaned before starting any drying
cycle.
DISPOSAL OF PACKAGING MATERIALS The packaging material is 100% recyclable
and is marked with the recycle symbol .
The various parts of the packaging must therefore be disposed of responsibly
and in full compliance with local authority regulations governing waste
disposal. |
DISPOSAL OF HOUSEHOLD APPLIANCES
This appliance is manufactured with recyclable or reusable materials.
Dispose of it in accordance with local waste disposal regulations. For further
information on the treatment, recovery, and recycling of household electrical
appliances, contact your local authority, the collection service for household
waste, or the store where you purchased the appliance. This appliance is
marked in compliance with European Directive 2012/19/EU, Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and with the Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment regulations 2013 (as amended). By ensuring this product is disposed
of correctly, you will help prevent negative consequences for the environment
and human health.
** The symbol on the product or on the accompanying documentation indicates
that it should not be treated as domestic waste but must be taken to an
appropriate collection center for the recycling of electrical and electronic
equipment.
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