Hotpoint TCFG 87C 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 door is not closed securely?

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

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

Drying cycle will not begin.

Its taking a long time to dry.

The ‘water container full’ icon

is flashing and displayed but the dryer has only been running for a short period.

Empty water icon is on and the water container is not full.

Programme finishes and clothes are damper than expected.

The display shows a fault code F followed by one or two numbers

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

The filter has not been cleaned (see Maintenance).

The water container needs emptying... The ‘water container full’ icon

is flashing, the display shows and the ‘empty water’ icon is on (see Maintenance).

The condenser needs cleaning? (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 is obstructed (see Installation, and see Maintenance).

The items were too wet (see Laundry).

The dryer was overloaded (see Laundry).

The water container was probably not emptied at the start of the programme. Do not wait for the empty water signal, always check and empty the container before starting a new drying programme (see Maintenance).

This is normal. If the icon is on it is just a reminder to empty the container (see Start and Programmes).

!For safety the dryer has a maximum programme time of 4 hours. If an automatic programme has not sensed the required final moisture in this time the dryer will complete the programme and stop. Check the above points and run the programme again, if the results are still damp, contact the Service Centre (see Service).

If the display shows a fault:

-Turn off and remove the plug. Clean the filter and the condenser unit (see Maintenance). Then replace the plug, turn on and start another programme. If a fault is then displayed: Note down the code and contact the Service Centre (see Service).

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Contents Instruction booklet Tcfg 87CImportant Information Fluff FilterWater Container Priming the Water Collection SystemYou Must clean the fluff from the condenser Every month Condenser UnitOpen the condenser cover Refit the condenser unitInstallation Dryer Description FeaturesControl panel Delay Timer DisplayDryness Sensing Levels Timed DryStart and Programmes Choosing a programmeProgramme Options available Dryness Levels available CottonsDelay Timer Extra Care Heat Level Timed Dry Sensor Dry Shirts High heat optionMedium heat option Bed & BathJeans Wool ProgrammeSilk DelicatesProgramme Cuddly Toy ProgrammeHeat & Enjoy Easy Iron ProgrammeControls Programmes knob Option buttons / lightsDisplay Empty Water Icon / ContainerLaundry Typical weightsSorting your laundry Special clothing items Drying timesGeneral safety Maintenance and Care Troubleshooting Problem Possible causes / SolutionFollowing troubleshooting suggestions Tumble dryer won’t startService Before calling the Service CentreRecycling and Disposal Information Spare PartsPage Guarantee After Sales Service Extended GuaranteesUK 08448 225 Republic of Ireland 0818 313 Free phone UK 0800 519 Republic of Ireland 1800 844