Hotpoint D93WB Condenser Tumble Dryer Instruction Manual

Hotpoint D93WB Condenser Tumble Dryer

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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• 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 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 ammability.
• 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 separate remote controlled system.

• This appliance is intended to be used in household and similar applications such as: staff kitchen areas in shops, offi ces and other working environments; farm houses; by clients in hotels, motels, bed & breakfast and other residential environments.
• This appliance is not for professional use. Do not use the appliance outdoors.
• Do not store explosive or fl ammable substances (e.g. gasoline or aerosol cans) inside or near the appliance – risk of fi re.
• Do not load the machine above the maximum capacity (kg of dry cloth) indicated in the programme table.
• Do not dry unwashed items in the tumble dryer.
• Take care that no lint or dust has accumulated around the dryer.
• Fabric softeners, or similar products, should be used as specifi ed by the fabric softener instructions.
• Do not overdry the laundry.

INSTALLATION

• The appliance must be handled and installed by two or more persons – risk of injury. Use protective gloves to unpack and install – risk of cuts.
• Installation, including water supply (if any), electrical connections and repairs must be carried out by a qualifi ed technician. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance unless specifi cally 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  – risk of suff ocation. The appliance must be disconnected from the power supply before any installation operation  – risk of electric shock.
• During installation, make sure the appliance does not damage the power cable – risk of fi re 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  cm2) in order to avoid the backfl ow of gases into the room from appliances burning other fuels, including open fi res. 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 aluminium foil.
• Exhaust air must not be discharged into a 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, fi rst 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 After-Sales 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 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 qualifi ed persons in order to avoid a hazard – 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 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 from non-professional 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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