Hotpoint CTD00 manual Troubleshooting, Tumble dryer won’t start, Its taking a long time to dry

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Troubleshooting

One day your dryer seems not to be working. Before you call your Service Centre (see Service), go through the

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following troubleshooting suggestions:

 

 

Problem:

Possible causes / Solution:

The tumble dryer won’t start.

The plug is not plugged into the socket, or not making contact.

There has been a power failure.

The fuse has blown. Try to plug another appliance into the socket.

You are using an extension cord? Try to plug the dryer’s power cord directly into the socket.

The door is not closed securely?

The TIMER knob has not been set properly (see Start and Programmes).

The START button has not been pressed (see Start and Programmes).

Its taking a long time to dry.

The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).

The condenser needs cleaning? (see Maintenance).

The water container needs emptying? The empty water light is on? (see Maintenance).

The temperature setting is not ideal for the type of fabric you are drying (see Start and Programmes, and see Laundry).

The correct drying time has not been selected for the load (see Laundry).

The air intake grille or rear vents are obstructed (see Installation, and see Maintenance).

The items were too wet (see Laundry).

The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).

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Contents Instructions for Installation and Use Important Information Priming the Water Collection SystemCondenser Unit Instruction booklet Tumble DryerInstallation Where to put your dryerVentilation Door Reversal InstructionsFeatures Dryer DescriptionTo open the door Control panelStart and Programmes Choosing a programmeTypical weights LaundrySorting your laundry Special clothing items Drying timesGeneral safety Recycling and disposal informationDisposal of old electrical appliances Saving energy and respecting the environmentMaintenance and Care Troubleshooting Tumble dryer won’t startIts taking a long time to dry Service Before calling the Service CentreWhat to tell the Service Centre Spare PartsPage Page Key Contacts