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Safety reminders
WARNING Check that the product has no visible signs of damage before use. If damaged do not use and please call our national number: 08705 400 600.
WARNING Do not use the product if the fluff filter is not in position or is damaged; fluff could be ignited.
WARNING Foam rubber materials can, under certain circumstances, when heated become ignited by spontaneous combustion. Foam plastic, foam rubber and
Always refer to the laundry care labels for directions on suitability for drying.
WARNING Misuse of a tumble dryer may create a fire hazard.
WARNING Where the hot surface symbol 
is located the temperature rise during operation of the tumble dryer may be in excess of 60 degrees C
User’s manual. This machine should only be used for its intended purpose as described in this manual. Ensure that it is fully understood before operating.
Installation. This machine should not be installed in a bathroom or shower room.
Never install the dryer against curtains and be sure to prevent items from falling or collecting behind the dryer.
Ventilation. Adequate ventilation must be provided in the room where the tumble dryer is located to prevent gases from appliances burning other fuels, including open fires, being drawn into the room during operation of the tumble dryer.
Exhaust air must not be discharged into a flue which is used for exhausting fumes from appliances burning gas or other fuels.
Check regularly that the air flowing through the dryer is not restricted:
Check the fluff filter after use, and clean, if necessary.
The venting hose or duct should be checked periodically and any accumulation of fluff removed.
The inlet and outlets should be kept free from obstructions.
If the dryer is used frequently the period between checks should be reduced accordingly.
Dryness. Clothes should be spin dried or thoroughly wrung before they are put into the tumble dryer. Clothes that are dripping wet should NOT be put into the dryer.
Lighters and matches must not be left in pockets and NEVER use flammable liquids near the machine.
Glass fibre curtains should never be put in this machine. Skin irritation may occur if other garments are contaminated with the glass fibres.
Garments treated or contaminated with flammable cleaning sprays or liquids such as petrol, cooking oil or aerosol sprays must not be put in this machine.
Lint or fluff. must not be allowed to collect on the floor around the outside of the machine.
Cool down period. The drum inside may be very hot. Always allow the dryer to complete the cool down period before removing the laundry.
Faults. Do not continue to use this machine if it appears to be faulty.
After use. Remove the plug from the electricity supply. Always remove the plug before cleaning the appliance.
Supply cord. If the supply cord on this appliance is damaged, it must be replaced by a special cord which is only available from GIAS Service or an authorised Hoover Dealer.
GIAS Service. To ensure the continued safe and efficient operation of this appliance we recommend that any servicing or repairs are only carried out by an authorised Hoover service engineer.
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