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Hotpoint V3D01 User Manual

Hotpoint V3D01
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Instructions for Installation and Use
3kg Tumble Dryer
V3D01
To the Installer:
Before installation, fill in the product details on the back cover of this book.
The information can be found on the rating plate.
To the User:
This symbol reminds you to read this booklet.
You must read the instructions prior to installing and using the appliance
and then retain them for future reference.
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Hotpoint V3D01 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHotpoint
ModelV3D01
CategoryDryer
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety First: Important Precautions

Electrical Safety and Connections

Supply

Details voltage and current requirements from the rating plate.

Changing the fuse

Instructions for replacing a blown fuse with a 13 amp ASTA approved fuse.

Moulded plug

Warning about using the plug without a fuse cover and fuse holder replacement.

Changing the plug

Wiring instructions for replacing a plug with correct terminal connections.

Rewirable plug

Details the wiring colours for connecting a rewirable plug.

Changing the mains cable

Advises contacting a service centre for mains cable replacement by a qualified electrician.

Appliance Features and Components

Dryer Placement and Ventilation Guide

Guides on optimal placement and ventilation requirements for the dryer.

Operating Your Tumble Dryer

Laundry Sorting and Load Management

Maximum load size

Explains load capacity for natural and man-made fibres to prevent creasing.

Typical load

Provides charts with approximate weights of common laundry items for load estimation.

Understanding Wash Care Symbols

Items not suitable for tumble drying

Lists materials and items that should not be tumble dried to avoid damage or fire hazards.

Special Garment Care Instructions

Blankets and Bedspreads

Advises on drying large items like blankets, especially acrylic ones, with care on low heat.

Permanently pleated or creased garments

Guides on drying permanently pleated items by following garment manufacturer instructions.

Starched articles

Recommends drying starched items together and removing them when ironing damp.

Fabric conditioner

Recommends liquid fabric conditioner in the final rinse, not in the dryer.

Home Dry Cleaning

Mentions using specific home dry cleaning kits for garments with ITCL codes.

Tumble Dryer Controls Overview

Setting the timer

Explains how to turn the timer clockwise to select the drying time.

Door Release

Describes how to open the door and how the dryer stops/restarts if opened during use.

Heat Selection

Details how to select high or low heat settings using the switch.

Mains Light (if fitted)

Explains that the light indicates power supply to the dryer when plugged in.

Tumble Drying Time Guide

Drying Guide - approximate drying time in minutes

Provides a table with approximate drying times for various fabrics and load sizes.

Be careful not to overdry

Warns against over-drying, which can cause wrinkling and ironing difficulties.

Fluff Filter Maintenance

Troubleshooting Common Dryer Issues

Check these things first

Provides troubleshooting steps for common issues like the dryer not starting or taking too long.

Any other problem

Suggests re-reading the instruction book for any other unresolved issues.

Resolving Persistent Dryer Problems

Contact the Service Office

Instructs users to contact the service office with specific details if problems persist.

Spare parts

Advises against DIY repairs and recommends using authorized spare parts and engineers.

Recycling and Disposal Information

Details guidance on recycling packaging and safe disposal of old appliances.

Manufacturer's Guarantee Information

Non-Domestic Usage Policy

Clarifies that the appliance is for domestic use and defines terms like accidental damage and misuse.

Extended Parts Guarantee Offer

Optional Protection Plans

Customer Support and Helpdesk

After-Sales Care and Support

Key Contact and Service Information

Hotpoint Service

Provides contact details for UK and Republic of Ireland service, requiring model and serial numbers.

Parts and Accessories

Offers information on purchasing genuine replacement parts and accessories.

Appliance Registration

Encourages appliance registration for benefits like the 5-year parts guarantee.

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