Hotpoint TS14, TS13 manual If something goes wrong, If it still wont work

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If something goes wrong...

First, don’t panic!

There may be nothing wrong at all.

Look for your problem below, then check the things we suggest. More often than not, this will give you the answer to your problem, and you’ll be able to carry on without having to telephone your Hotpoint Service Office.

If after this you still cannot get your machine to work, follow the advice given below.

Problem

Check these things first

 

 

 

'It won't start'

1.

Is the machine plugged in and switched on at the socket?

 

2.

Is the Timer Control set to the required time? (See page 13)

 

3.

Is the door securely closed?

 

4.

Has the fuse blown, either in the plug or in the main fuse box?

 

 

(Try plugging in another appliance to check.)

 

 

If the fuse has blown refer to the Electrical Requirements section page 4.

 

 

Are the connections in the plug properly secured?

 

 

 

'It is taking a long time to dry'

1.Have you forgotten to clean the filter? Check it. (See page 16.)

2.Is the vent hose blocked? (See page 6.)

3.Were the clothes ‘dripping wet’ when they were put in? (See pages 9 and 15)

4.Have you overloaded the machine? (See page 9.)

5.Has the correct heat setting been selected? (See page 13).

Any other problem

Have you re-read the instruction book?

 

 

If it still won't work...

Contact the Service Office

The model number of your machine (TS13 or TS14 for this machine), the serial number (found on front panel behind door).

DISPOSAL OF YOUR PRODUCT

To minimise the risk of injury to children please dispose of your product carefully and safely.

Remove all doors and lids (where fitted). Remove the mains cable (where fitted) by cutting off flush with the appliance and always ensure that no plug is left in a condition where it could be connected to the electricity supply. To help the environment, Local Authority instructions should be followed for the disposal of your product.

This appliance conforms to the following EEC Directives:

Low Voltage Equipment 73/23/EEC 93/68/EEC

Electromagnetic Compatibility 89/336/EEC

92/31/EEC

93/68/EEC

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Contents Compact Tumble Dryers User Handbook Models TS13 & TS14 Before you operate your Dryer 15-16Contents Retention of this Instruction BookImportant Fitting a Different Plug Mains Lead ReplacementElectrical Requirements Green-and-yellow Earth BlueWhere to put your Dryer Get to know the main parts of your DryerTumble dryer gently tumbles the wet What a Tumble Dryer DoesKits, is always fitted But a good tumble dryer can do much more than thisSee Clean Replace Fluff Filter Select Time required How to use your DryerPlug in, switch on electricity OutwardsOFF Sorting your laundry It is best to sort everything into fabric groupsMaximum Load Size Making up Loads How to load DryerWash Care labels Open the loading door by pulling the door handle forwardsItems not suitable for Tumble Drying Items requiring special attentionWool Permanently pleated or creased garments Items requiring special attention contdBlankets and Bedspreads Starched articlesControls Setting the Timer and starting the Dryer ‘Cool Tumble’ phaseAs an approximate guide, the following table may assist you Drying TimesBe careful not to overdry After TumblingTo remove the Filter Part of the wearing, washing and drying processCaring for your machine Spare PartsIf something goes wrong If it still wont workPage Key Contacts For further product information 08701
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