Hotpoint TVM560 Troubleshooting, Problem Possible causes / Solution, Tumble dryer won’t start

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

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

The START button was pressed with the door open. Make sure the door is closed before pressing the START button (see Start and Programmes).

! If the START button is pressed with the door open the dryer will not start. Close the door, wait for a few seconds and then press the START button again (see Start and Programmes).

Drying cycle will not begin.

Its taking a long time to dry.

You have set a delayed time (see Start and Programmes).

The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).

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

Auto Programmes require a HIGH temperature setting (see Start and Programmes).

The correct programme has not been selected for the load (see Start and Programmes).

The flexible vent tube is obstructed (see Installation).

The air intake vent is obstructed (see Installation).

The permanent ventilation flap on the storm cover is obstructed (see Installation).

The items were too wet (see Laundry).

The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).

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Contents Instruction booklet Tumble DryerImportant Information Fluff FilterInstallation Where to put your dryerVentilation Before you start using your dryer Electrical connectionsLevelling your dryer Dryer Description Front BackControl panel Start and Programmes Choosing a programmeModel TVM560 Model TVM562Cool Tumble Phase Programmes Table TVM562 onlyEasy Iron Programme FabricLaundry Sorting your laundryTypical load Special clothing items Drying timesGeneral safety Recycling and disposal informationDisposal of old electrical appliances Saving energy and respecting the environmentMaintenance and Care Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes / SolutionFollowing troubleshooting suggestions Tumble dryer won’t startService Before calling the Service CentreWhat to tell the Service Centre Spare PartsPage Page Key Contacts